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Rosny Library Rock andRhyme in the garden. Photo: A. Holmes
Rosny What's On
March 2022
Digital learning @ Rosny
Digital Q&A
Monday 7 MarMonday 21 MarMonday 28 Mar
2:00pm - 3:00pm2:00pm - 3:00pm2:00pm - 3:00pm
We are here on Monday afternoons readyto help you with all things digital. Bring yourdevice and any questions you have. Pleasebook on Eventbrite. Please note: Prioritywill be given to those who have booked forthis session.
Staying Safe on FacebookBeConnected Webinar
Tuesday 1 March10:00am - 11:00am
We will link up with BeConnected for thisone hour webinar. We will explore howwhen used with proper care, Facebook canbe an enjoyable source of entertainmentand a great way to connect with others.
A Library In Your Pocket
Wednesday 23 March10:30am - 11:30am
Let's explore the Libraries Tasmaniawebsite, eLibrary, Libraries Tasmania appand your membership. Learn about all theFREE resources you can access online,anytime.
Social @ Rosny
Walk, Reboot and Socialise
Wednesday 16 MarchJoin us 11:15am -12:00pm(Meet at the front of the Library)
Make our monthly walk an activity that youand your family can benefit from; we'll getsome gentle exercise and meet otherpeople. Along the route, we will visit a rangeof local parks and places that couldpotentially provide support in maintainingmental wellness.
Book Chatters
Tuesday 8 March10:30am - 12:00pm
Book Chatters is Rosny Library's monthlybook group. Each month has a differenttheme. There is no set book to read. Thismonth’s theme is International Women'sDay. We will explore a range of books byand about inspiring women. Discuss yourfavourites with the group. Library staff willstart the conversation and choose a selectionof books for you to borrow. Enjoy morning tea provided by the library.
Film Club @ Rosny
Based on the incredible true story of Joseph Ferdinand Cheval,comes the remarkable tale of a simple postman who spent 33years crafting the magnificent “Ideal Palace”. Everyday Chevaltravels along the river Drôme from village to village, quiet andalone he enjoys the solitude of his rounds, daydreaming about aworld full of wonder he can only imagine through postcards.After his wife, Philomena gives birth to their daughter Alice, Chevaldecides to build Alice a palace fit for a princess. With only his barehands, his love for his daughter and the dedication of his wife, hestarts carefully collecting stones and begins building the historicallyclassified monument, The Ideal Palace.
The Ideal Palace(Facteur cheval)
Thursday 10 March10:30 am
Duration: 1h45mRating: PGCountry: France
Celebrating @ RosnyBilingual Storytime & Craft
Tuesday 22 March11:00am - 12:00pm
Come and join us for a special HarmonyDay Storytime and Craft. Storytime will startat the usual time of 11am and will featurebilingual picture books from our collection.It will be followed by a fun craft sessionmaking Australian animals.
Special March Collections on Libby
Libby is helping us celebrate HarmonyWeek and International Women's Daythroughout the month of March. AccessLibby using your Libraries Tasmaniamembership to view our special collectionsof books put together by Overdrive. Wehave two different collections displayed,Harmony Week - Books to remind us thateveryone belongs and CelebratingInternational Women's Day with stories byand about inspiring women.
Although these books are always availablevia Libby they will only be displayed inthese easy to access displays during March.
Children's programs @ Rosny
Rock & Rhyme
Every Wednesday and Thursday 10:30am - 11:00am
Enjoy songs, action rhymes and shortstories. Meet other parents and have fun!Suitable for babies and toddlers from birthto 2 years.
Bookings through Eventbrite.
Storytime
Every Tuesday11:00am - 11:30am
Join us for 30 minutes of stories, rhymes andlots of fun! Suitable for children aged 2 - 5years and their parents and carers.
Bookings through Eventbrite.
Niche Academy is an exciting way to improve yourcomputing skills at home. With easy to follow videos and tutorials, you can learn more about social media, our eLibrary resources and more. Visit my.nicheacademy.com/librariestasmania to get started.
Learn from home
Family History @ Rosny
25 March - Records in Australia and New Zealand27 May - Using Newspapers24 June - Writing Family Stories26 August - Starting your Family History Journey28 October - Convict Records25 November - Military Records
Rosny Library is very pleased to welcome our Family History volunteer,Sue, most Fridays throughout the year.
Sue is a family history blogger and expert who can help get you startedon your research, or help you will all aspects of genealogy, bothAustralian based or overseas.
Bookings with Sue are through Eventbrite for individual appointments,and she also runs a series of 1.5 hour group sessions throughout theyear. This year's selections are:
More information about times and content are available on Eventbriteor talk to a library staff member who will be very happy to help.
Learning support @ RosnyReading, Writing and Maths
Do you need help with reading, writing ormaths? Do you know someone who does? We provide free, confidential, one to onehelp for adults.
Contact Alex for a friendly chat on 6165 6444.
Learner Licence Help
Having trouble getting your car, motorcycleor heavy vehicle Learner Licence? We can offer help.
Ask us for more information or 6165 6448or [email protected]
English Conversation Group
Every Tuesday10:00am - 11:00am(School terms only)
Come along and practice your English skillswith this friendly group.
No Bookings required.
Free computer accessInternet and email No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS)applications Scanning documents Tax returns Get your learner’s licence at RokebyNeighbourhood CentreMobile phone help
There are a range of FREE services and helpavailable at both Neighbourhood Centres.
For more information, including how tobook, contact each Neighbourhood Centre.
Community connections
Clarence Plains Child and FamilyLearning Centre25 Mockridge Road,Clarendon Vale Phone: 03 6246 6444
Clarendon Vale NeighbourhoodCentre 65 Mockridge Road,Clarendon Vale Phone: 03 6247 1411
Rokeby Neighbourhood Centre 85 Tollard Drive, Rokeby Phone: 03 6247 6778
Rock & Rhyme Every Monday at 9:30am(School terms only)
We also have a FREE Computing Basicscourse running over the next few months.
For more information, including how tobook, contact the Child and Family Centre.
Get in touch
9:30am - 6:00pm9:30am - 6:00pm9:30am - 6:00pm9:30am - 6:00pm9:30am - 7:00pm9:30am - 12:30pm
Opening hours
MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
Address
46 Bligh StreetRosny TAS 7018Phone: 6165 6448
Address
25 Cole StreetSorell TAS 7172Phone: 6165 6452
10:00am - 5:00pm10:00am - 5:00pm10:00am - 5:00pm10:00am - 5:00pm10:00am - 5:00pm10:00am - 12:00pm
Opening hours
MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
Rosny [email protected]
Sorell [email protected]
Children's programs @ Sorell
Rock & Rhyme
Every Wednesday 11:00am - 11:30am (School terms only)
Enjoy songs, action rhymes and shortstories. Meet other parents and havefun! Suitable for babies and toddlersfrom birth to 2 years.
Storytime
Every Friday 10:30am - 11:00am(school terms only)
Join us for 30 minutes of stories,rhymes and lots of fun!
Suitable for children aged 2 - 5 yearsand their parents and carers.
Niche Academy is an exciting way to improve yourcomputing skills at home. With easy to follow videos and tutorials, you can learn more about social media, our eLibrary resources and more. Visit my.nicheacademy.com/librariestasmania to get started.
Learn from home
Digital learning @ SorellA Library In Your Pocket
Tuesday 22 March10:30am - 11:30am
Let's explore the Libraries Tasmaniawebsite, eLibrary and your membership.Learn about all the FREE resources younever knew existed.
Special March Collections on Libby
Libby is helping us celebrate HarmonyWeek and International Women's Daythroughout the month of March. AccessLibby using your Libraries Tasmaniamembership to view our special collectionsof books put together by Overdrive. Wehave two different collections displayed,Harmony Week - Books to remind us thateveryone belongs and CelebratingInternational Women's Day with stories byand about inspiring women.
Although these books are always availablevia Libby they will only be displayed inthese easy to access displays during March.
Reading, Writing and Maths
Do you need help with reading, writing ormaths? Do you know someone who does?
We provide free, confidential, one to onehelp for adults.
Contact Fiona for a friendly chat on 0448 443 686.
Learning support @ SorellLearner Licence Help
Having trouble getting your car, motorcycleor heavy vehicle Learner’s Licence? We canoffer support and help.
Ask us for more information.
Ask a Volunteer
There are volunteers at Sorell Library mostdays. They are ready to help you withcomputer tasks, email, printing, scanning,photocopying and so much more.
No need to book, just come in and chat to avolunteer today!
Get in touch
9:30am - 6:00pm9:30am - 6:00pm9:30am - 6:00pm9:30am - 6:00pm9:30am - 7:00pm9:30am - 12:30pm
Opening hours
MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
Address
46 Bligh StreetRosny TAS 7018Phone: 6165 6448
Address
25 Cole StreetSorell TAS 7172Phone: 6165 6452
10:00am - 5:00pm10:00am - 5:00pm10:00am - 5:00pm10:00am - 5:00pm10:00am - 5:00pm10:00am - 12:00pm
Opening hours
MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
Rosny [email protected]
Sorell [email protected]