Alice Springs Public Library

Library News

Heritage Week Book Launch

Rosemary Kennedy gives a fascinating public talk to launch her book, Mabel Taylor's Diary and Letters from Alice Springs 1905-1907.

Friday Footy in the Library

Players from the NT Thunder visit the Library!

Soul Food meets Harmony Day: a great success!

An evening of inspirational readings, live music and prayer for Harmony Day.

Prime Minister's Literary Award Winner for 2011 at the Library

Award-winning local author Rod Moss gives a public talk and reading from his forthcoming publication.

Pets on Parade

Booka the Library Dog leads the way for Pets on Parade!

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Library Calendar

01-03-2012: The National Year of Reading Creative Reading Prize for Teens

Do you want to pitch a book to a friend to encourage them to read it? Simply submit a creative idea in ANY FORMAT YOU CHOOSE, and submit it at http://readthis2012.com/ You could share in over $40,000 worth of prizes including Kobo e-readers, Manga graphic novels and DC Marvel posters!

19-05-2012: Short List Book Talk with NT Children's Book Council Judge Wendy Kleeman

Wendy Kleeman, NT judge of the CBCA Children’s Book of the Year Awards will discuss the notables and the shortlist, as well as those books which didn't make the list.

22-05-2012: African Drumming Workshop with King Marong

Children and youth will experience a whole new world of music and culture in this interactive workshop with master percussionist King Marong, cultural ambassador from The Gambia West Africa. For Children and youth aged 8 & over. Bookings required. Cost: $5.00

23-05-2012: National Simultaneous Storytme

The Very Cranky Bear by Nick Bland will be read at 10:30am, followed by more children's books, badge-making, songs, crafts, and a visit by Booka the Library dog! For ages 3-6. Bookings required.

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