Advice from Briohny Doyle
Melbourne writer and performer Briohny Doyle will look at which magazines to send your work to and who to approach for support and advice.
When: Saturday, 21 November, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Where: Frankston Library
Cost: Nothing
harps
16 November, 2009
Frankston Blog update
I think the fun is just about to begin
Most of the Frankston bloggers have introduced themselves and are starting to interact, welcomed and guided by social media artist and project creator, Alex Gibson. Things have been a little Radio National, but as the bloggers find their feet some very personal stuff more suited to Kyle and Jackie O has started to creep in.
Don't forget that comments from all are welcome.
harps
Most of the Frankston bloggers have introduced themselves and are starting to interact, welcomed and guided by social media artist and project creator, Alex Gibson. Things have been a little Radio National, but as the bloggers find their feet some very personal stuff more suited to Kyle and Jackie O has started to creep in.
Don't forget that comments from all are welcome.
harps
Labels:
Frankston Blogs
11 November, 2009
Sit. Stay. Read.
Dogs help L-plate readers
You may have heard about Dewey the library cat, but how about a library having a therapy dog?
A recent news story that caught my eye has it that dogs can help people learn to read. Dogs, you see, are patient, non-judgemental and don't know more than the novice reader. Reading to a dog boosts confidence and reduces stress and some libraries in America have visiting therapy dogs to help with their reading programs.
I wonder if it would work with cats? Or teddy bears?
harps
You may have heard about Dewey the library cat, but how about a library having a therapy dog?
A recent news story that caught my eye has it that dogs can help people learn to read. Dogs, you see, are patient, non-judgemental and don't know more than the novice reader. Reading to a dog boosts confidence and reduces stress and some libraries in America have visiting therapy dogs to help with their reading programs.
I wonder if it would work with cats? Or teddy bears?
harps
Labels:
Reader development,
Reading
10 November, 2009
Frankston Blogs
7 locals blog off
Frankston Blogs, an experiment in community blogging, has started.
Here's who blogging:
All are invited to leave comments on the public musings of these colourful local identities.
harps
Frankston Blogs, an experiment in community blogging, has started.
Here's who blogging:
- Alex (librarianship student, you might have seen her around the Library)
- Bronwyn (art historian)
- Bruce (Hon, MP, Liberal member for Dunkley, you may have voted for him)
- comrade harps (dodgy haiku blogger)
- Simon (urban design consultant)
- Stephanie (nursing student) and
- Yvette (foreshore dog walker)
All are invited to leave comments on the public musings of these colourful local identities.
harps
Labels:
Frankston Blogs
09 November, 2009
Free Internet at Mahogany
Get web in Frankston NorthThe Mahogany Neighbourhood Centre now has free public broadband web access available.
There are 3 computers available Monday to Friday, from 9:00am to 4.30pm and they can be booked in 30 or 60 minute blocks. Bookings can be made by calling into the centre at 26 Mahogany Avenue or phoning 9786 1445.
harps
Labels:
Mahogany Neighbourhood Centre,
Public PCs
07 November, 2009
Victoria's literary history on display
The Independent Type:Books and Writing in Victoria
The exhibition
This free travelling exhibition celebrates Victoria's rich and diverse written culture, highlighting the stories, the voices and the spirit of independence that have made our literature unique.
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When: Saturday, 14 November - Sunday, 13 December
(not open Monday, 30 November thru Wednesday, 2 December)
Where: Frankston Library
The talk
The Curator's Talk is an engaging introduction to the exhibition, presented by Steve Grimwade.
When: Tuesday, 17 November, 7:00 - 8:00pm
Where: Frankston Library
Bookings: 9784 1020
harps
Labels:
Independent Type,
Travelling Treasures,
What's on
04 November, 2009
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie - it's voting time!
The Australian Book Review magazine is running a vote on the favourite Australian novel and there's a lot of books up as prizes. First prize is the complete, 99 book Popular Penguins series - now that's a temptation! Voting closes 1 Feb 2010..
Kim
Kim
Labels:
Australian,
Fans,
voting
03 November, 2009
Libraries closed for upgrade
Libraries closed 30 Nov to 2 Dec
To enable the installation of RFID equipment, we need to take some time out to let the techs have their way with our desks and computers. To this end, the libraries will be closed on the following days:

To enable the installation of RFID equipment, we need to take some time out to let the techs have their way with our desks and computers. To this end, the libraries will be closed on the following days:
- Frankston Library and Carrum Downs will be closed Monday, 30 November and Tuesday and Wednesday, 1 and 2 December.
Although the returns chutes will be closed from 4:00 pm Sunday, 29 November, you can still return your loans to the Langwarrin and Seaford Council Shops, where you can also access public computer, printing and photocopying services.
RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) will allow members to issue their own loans, regardless of format, so you'll be able to borrow CDs and DVDs through the new self checkout units as well as books and magazines.
harps
Labels:
Libraries closed,
RFID
02 November, 2009
Alternative arrangements for Frankston returns
Return to the desk at Frankston
17-18 November
While work is done in the returns room at Frankston Library, the returns chutes will be closed on Tuesday, 17 November and Wednesday, 18 November.
During library hours, you'll be able to return items to the Issues Desk. After hours returns can be made at the Carrum Downs Library, where the chutes are adjacent to the car park.
The work is associated with the change over to an RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) based circulation system, which will enable you to borrow all formats through self serve checkouts.
harps
17-18 November
While work is done in the returns room at Frankston Library, the returns chutes will be closed on Tuesday, 17 November and Wednesday, 18 November.
During library hours, you'll be able to return items to the Issues Desk. After hours returns can be made at the Carrum Downs Library, where the chutes are adjacent to the car park.
The work is associated with the change over to an RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) based circulation system, which will enable you to borrow all formats through self serve checkouts.
harps
Labels:
Frankston Library Playne Street,
RFID
01 November, 2009
Shame makes the world go around
Roo Boy's bookOne of the best to play the game.
A match winner.
A bad boy too.
Place your reserve now.
For more new biographies, take a look at the what's new page.
harps
Labels:
Books,
Wayne Carey
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