Rugby League history in Spotlight

Discover more about the history of Rugby League in Orange dating back to 1912. Learn  about Hawks, CYMS, Our Boys, Waratahs, Pirates, Spring Hill and which teams defected from Rugby Union. Also well known players who have received national recognition including Darren Britt, Allan Rigby and James Maloney. Local author Sharon Cross has compiled a History of Rugby League in Orange and will share some of the interesting stories she has uncovered at Orange City Library on Thursday 1st November at 5.30pm. Please book your place online through eventbrite or call the Library on 6393 8132.

Medieval Talks at Cowra and Forbes

Dr Carmel Bendon is a writer, academic and presenter on all things medieval. She has a PhD in Medieval Literature and a 1st Class honours in Early English, both from Macquarie University where she was a lecturer in English Literature.

She will use her medieval expertise to talk about King Arthur at Cowra Library on Tuesday 30 October at 2pm. Was there once really a King Arthur? A Guinevere? A Camelot? A round table? Let’s untangle the knots of legend and historical fact, and enjoy stories of knights, chivalry and great feats in the process. Please book your place online through eventbrite or call the Library on 6340 2180.

Then Dr Bendon will be at Forbes Library on Wednesday 31st October at 2pm to discuss  Aches, Pains and Leeches: Medieval Medicine.  Ointments made of bear fat, and poultices of moss? Medicines made of herbs and precious stones and crystals? Surgery without anaesthetic? They’re all part of the weird and wonderful approach to sickness and healing in medieval times. Please book your place online through eventbrite or call the Library on 6852 1463.

Dr Bendon is also concentrating on writing fiction. Grasping at Water is her first novel and she will also talk about this book and its marvellous mix of mystery, history and discovery that will prompt you to wonder about the way you see life.

 

Holly Throsby Author Visit

From the author of the bestselling novel, Goodwood, comes a compelling mystery set deep within the hearts of Cedar Valley and its inhabitants. On the first day of summer in 1993, two strangers arrive in the town of Cedar Valley.

One is a calm looking man in a brown suit. He makes his way down the main street and walks directly to Cedar Valley Curios & Old Wares, sitting down on the footpath, where he leans silently against the big glass window for hours.

The other is 21-year-old Benny Miller. Fresh out of university, Benny has come to Cedar Valley in search of information about her mother, Vivian, who has recently died. Vivian’s mysterious old friend, Odette Fisher, has offered Benny her modest pale green cottage for as long as she wants it.

Is there any connection between the man on the pavement and Benny’s quest to learn more about her mother? Holly Throsby is the perfect guide as Cedar Valley and its inhabitants slowly reveal their secrets.

We are delighted to host author Holly Throsby at Orange City Library on Wednesday 24th October at 5.30pm to launch Cedar Valley. Please book your place online through eventbrite or call the Library on 6393 8132. The event is supported by Collins Booksellers.

  

Blayney Library Book Sale

We’re clearing the decks at Blayney Library, 48 Adelaide Street, on Saturday 20th October as we get ready to undertake a refurbishment. Books, books and more books plus magazines and office bits and pieces on sale. Something for all age groups from 9am – 1pm. It’s part of the Garage Sale Trail. See you there!

Get Online Week 15 - 21 October

Join in workshops and demonstrations for seniors about using tablets, laptops or mobile phones at your local library. Try one thing – send an email, use Skype or register to watch Kanopy films. Connect to our free Wifi, bring your own device or try one of ours.

Cowra Library: Monday 15th October 10am – 12 noon Ph: 6340 2180

Blayney Library: Monday 15 October 2pm – 4pm

Canowindra Library: Tuesday 16 October 2pm – 4pm

Manildra Library: Wednesday 17 October 10am – 12 noon

Molong Library: Wednesday 17 October 2pm – 4pm

Forbes Library: Thursday 18 October 10am – 12 noon

Orange City Library:  Friday 19 October 10am – 12 noon

Book your place online through eventbrite or phone your local library.