Summer was a blast and we’re excited to dive back into our regular storytimes, fun events and programs, for children and their families. Also, a big welcome back to our Manager of Children’s Services, Emma! 

The BIG Summer Read
This year’s BIG Summer Read was one of our most exciting and biggest yet. We received over 400 completed entries; that's 4000 books read over summer! Stay tuned on 12 February, to find out if you are one of our lucky winners! 

1000 Books Before School
We are so keen to share our revamped 1000 Books Before School program with even more incentives and encouraging milestones to reach. Visit our website for more information or to register. 

Autumn School Holiday Program
Mark your calendars! This year's Autumn School Holiday Program will run from Mon 7 April to Thu 17 April. Bookings for the program will open Sat 29 March at 12 midday. It is sure to be a fun egg-stravaganza!  

Wishing you all a fabulous start to this year’s reading journey!

Melissa Bilston

Acting Manager of Children's Services

We'd also like to give a big shoutout to our many sponsors and supporters who very generously donated prizes and vouchers for our branch competitions.

A massive thank you to Yarra Centre, Maroondah Leisure, Monbulk Aquatic Centre, Knox Leisureworks, Reptile Encounters, Chesterfield Farm, Rush HQ, Inflatable World, Boronia Hotel, Coles, Big W, Ash Barty Foundation, and Freemantle Press. 

Keep an eye on our social media as we announce the lucky winners!

Please note:

Children aged 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult for all activities.

We'll provide essential writing snacks as well! Please bring your notebook, laptop, tablet or phone... or whatever you like to write on! (Ages 12-15*) FREE - BOOK NOW

*If you are in Year 7 but not yet 12 years old, please call 9800 6497 to book a place.

Home education events 
Ferntree Gully Library
Fri 14 March, 12pm-1pm: Smart Trains (Coding/STEM)
Fri 11 April, 12pm-1pm: Egg drop (Design challenge)
Fri 23 May, 12pm-1pm: VinciBots (Technology/Coding/STEM)

(All ages) FREE - BOOK NOW

StoryBox Hub offers something for every child, no matter their reading stage. There are three versions available:

Original version
Captions on: Helps kids connect spoken words with the text on the screen.

Captions off: Text-free videos that allow kids to fully immerse themselves in the adventure and to spark their imaginations.

NEW - Read-along versions: Captions to support reading fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Kids can now read-along to Daddy's Embarrassing Exploding Farty Shorts, by comedian Ed Kavalee and In the Rockpool  by Andrea Rowe. These interactive stories allow kids to follow along with both their eyes and ears, making reading fun and engaging. 

You can find out more about the power of read-alongs and captions at StoryBox Hub.

Don't blow your top!

Written by Ame Dyckman; illustrated by Abhi Alwar. 
It's a beautiful, peaceful day until a bird unexpectedly drops a coconut on Little Volcano's crater. Will Little Volcano blow their top? A fun and relatable story that explores the importance of managing our emotions and learning to handle anger in a healthy way. Perfect for ages 4-8 years.
- Michelle, Children's Services Librarian (Rowville Library)   RESERVE A COPY

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