It is National Volunteer Week which gives us the ideal opportunity to say thank you to our wonderful library volunteers. 😍
There is a team of more than 30 dedicated volunteers who support Bayside Libraries’ Home Library. 📚
Home Library provides free deliveries of library materials to Bayside residents. 🏠
This personalised service offers individual items to suit reading, listening and viewing interests to those that are unable to visit our libraries. Home Library Service volunteers deliver the items to you each month. 🤩
We thank our volunteers for their commitment, care and time. 💕
#baysidelibraries #nationalvolunteerweek #thankyou #homelibrary
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The winner of the 2026 Stella Prize is Lee Lai for 'Cannon'. 🏆
The first graphic novel to have been awarded the Stella, 'Cannon' explores the intimacy of queer friendship, the weight of family responsibility, and what we owe both to each other and to ourselves.❣️
Visit the link in our bio to reserve your copy today. ⭐
#baysidelibraries #stellaprize #cannon
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NEW: Bayside Libraries historical postcard series ✉️
A beautiful set of local history postcards featuring local historic land subdivision maps from the early 1900s are now available to purchase.
The postcard set can be purchased from any library branch for $10.
Library Resource and Program Coordinator Trevor said that the postcards are a great way to showcase and share our local history.
"They are also appealing to customers interested in genealogy, place-based history, or looking for a unique local gift."
#baysidelibraries #historicalpostcards
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National Simultaneous Storytime 🦘
Join us for an extra special Storytime on Wednesday 27 May at 12pm. 🦘
Millions of children, parents, teachers, and library lovers across Australia and beyond will come together to read Luna Roo at the same time — celebrating the joy of reading, storytelling and connection.🦘
Published by Little Book Press the story follows the spirited kangaroo Luna and her friends as they chase their football dreams across the outback, blending action, teamwork and fun to inspire young readers. 🦘
When: Wednesday 27 May, 12pm
Where: Beaumaris, Brighton and Sandringham
Who: All
Cost: Free
For details, visit the link in our bio. ⭐
#baysidelibraries #nationalsimultaneousstorytime
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We are delighted with the growing number of members joining the Book Chats at each library branch. 😍
The conversations are informal, welcoming and eclectic. 😃
The Hampton group has now grown to 12 friendly readers who enjoy meeting each month.❣️
Visit the link in our bio to explore what they have been discussing this month.⭐
The next Book Chat at Hampton will be on 2 June at 10.30am. 🔖
If you want to join the conversation earlier, Sandringham will hold its Book Chat today at 2.30pm. Why not join us? 🥰
#baysidelibraries #hamptonlibrary #bookchat
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Proud team moment 😍
Librarians Louise and Maddie are currently in Sydney and have just presented at the National ALIA Conference. 🎤
Is this a big deal, you ask? ❓
Yes it is! 🤩
The ALIA Conference is a high profile event, bringing together library industry professionals from across Australia. 🌏
Maddie and Louise were invited to discuss their wonderful work, launching Citizen Science at Beaumaris Library. 🔬
They have worked tirelessly to bring the initiative to life, developing a program of resources, kits, events and guest speakers to inspire wonder, curiosity and participation in science. ❣️
Congratulations Maddie and Louise.🥇
Take a look at what Citizen Science is all about via the link in our bio. ⭐
#baysidelibraries #beaumarislibrary #citizenscience
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What’s on today? 🤩
It is a jam packed schedule at our libraries, starting from 10.30am right through to 4pm. ⏲️
🧸10.30am Storytimes at Beaumaris, Brighton and Sandringham
🌳10.30am Bayside Genealogy Library Group at Brighton
🍵11.30am Chatty Café at Sandringham
📀12pm and 4pm DIY Digital Conversation at Sandringham
📀2pm DIY Digital Conversation a Beaumaris
📱2.30pm and 3pm One-on-one device advice at Sandringham
🌃2.30pm Hampton Library Out of Hours Induction
🖍️4pm Art and Craft BLAST at Beaumaris
Jump online for further details and to book your spot.
#baysidelibraries #whatson
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Our wonderful Spanish language collection continues to grow in size and popularity.
More than 20 new titles have just been added to the collection so if you are interested, there has never been a better time to explore.
Visit the link in our bio for details.⭐
#baysidelibraries #new #spanishcollection
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Extending warm wishes to our Bayside mums, grandmothers and carers this Mother’s Day. 💕
We love seeing you in our library branches, each and every day, sharing special moments with your loved ones.💕
May your coffee be hot and cuddles extra snuggly today. 💕
Happy Mother’s Day!💕
#baysidelibraries #mothersday
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Top 20 for April 🥇
Keen to know what your fellow members enjoyed borrowing last month?
Here is the top 20 for April.
Jane Harper's 'Last One Out' is a firm favourite, appearing twice in the list — as a 'Hot Read' most borrowed, as well as a the most borrowed overall.
#baysidelibraries #top20 #april
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Happy birthday Sir David Attenborough! 🎂
The legendary broadcaster and conservationist turns 100 today.
To celebrate this special milestone, why not explore our David Attenborough reading list via the link in our bio.⭐
#baysidelibraries #davidattenborough
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Due to storm damage at Hampton Library, Branch Out is unavailable tonight.
We are working as quickly as possible to rectify the situation.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
#baysidelibraries #branchout
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