The library is all set to become spooky fun central this September school holidays with free activity sessions coming up to keep restless children amused.
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There is sure to be plenty of giggling and squealing during these freaky activities, which focus more on fun than horror.
You can book as many children as you like into one or both of the sessions, which include storytelling, creativity and games.
Fiendish Fun is the first and will run on Wednesday September 24 from 2 to 3.30pm with scary tales, paper pumpkin head making, skeleton art and brain throwing.
Monsterish Mummies follows on Wednesday October 1 with more chilling stories, modern mummification and other batty crafts and games.
These sessions are for children between the ages of five to 12 and are free, but bookings are essential so call today on 6845 2156.
Book Art is back!
For those who enjoyed the book repurposing workshop held in August or would like to try these exciting techniques for the first time, Book Art is coming again to Wellington Library.
Join like-minded craft enthusiasts and have fun at this relaxed social event, where you will learn about how to turn old books into works of art or pretty decorations for the home.
A few key skills, some guidance and the materials provided are all you need to achieve fantastic results.
With Christmas on the way, Book Art can help you create gifts with a personal touch or add to the atmosphere of your home.
The simplicity and effectiveness of folding and rearranging books past their prime gives them a new lease of life.
This free adult craft workshop will run from 10am to 1pm on Friday October 10.
Book in quickly to ensure you don't miss out by calling the library on 6845 2156.
The Tying of Threads by Joy Dettman - new to the library. Joy Dettman brings her Woody Creek saga to an end in this emotional new novel, which is the final instalment of six.
Georgie, Cara and Jenny are interlinked characters whose struggles overlap with songs and poetry.
These stories surround a small timber town and close knit community, delving into the lives of many different people, their families and relationships.
Reviews for the Woody Creek series include a love and admiration for Joy Dettman's writing style, with many readers experiencing grief at the end of such a good set of books.
If you are looking for a new saga to delve into, new characters to become attached to and writing which reflects a first-hand understanding of community life in small Australian country towns, consider borrowing this series, available through Macquarie Regional Library.
Macquarie Regional Library, Wellington Branch, is located on the corner of Maughan and Percy Streets, Wellington.
Phone: 6845 2156.
Website: www.mrl.nsw.gov.au
Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 9.30am to 12pm, Sunday closed.
