Dorrigo Library

24/08/2026

✨ It's the most wonderful time of the year - Children's Book Week! ✨

Bellingen Shire Libraries are joining in the celebrations with Storytime sessions open to all and visits from our local schools and preschools. 🥳

Head down to your local library for one of our Storytime sessions and enjoy reading some of the wonderful picture books nominated for the 2026 Book of the Year Awards! 📖

⬇️ Children's Book Week Storytime Sessions ⬇️

Bellingen Library
🔹 Tuesday 25 August, 10am-11am
🔹 Friday 28 August, 10am-11am

Dorrigo Library
🔹 Wednesday 26 August, 10:30am-11am

Urunga Library
🔹 Tuesday 25 August, 10:30am-11am

➡️ Check out the shortlisted 2026 Book of the Year titles here: https://cbca.org.au/2026-shortlist/

The 2026 Children’s Book Week theme ‘Symphony of Stories’ is illustrated by the talented Briony Stewart, an award-winning author-illustrator of ‘Gymnastica Fantastica’ and other children’s books. 💚 💙 🩵

21/08/2026

Has the release of 'The Odyssey' sparked your interest in all things Greek mythology, legend and monsters? 🐉 🌀🧜‍♂️

We have so many fantastic books available that explore this rich and fascinating subject. Grab a new read today and go on a journey to the ancient world! ⚡ 🌍

19/08/2026

📣 Changes to JP services at Dorrigo Library 📣

Over the next two months, our weekly JP service at Dorrigo Library will be reduced due to volunteer availability.

🔸 Available: Friday 11 September and 25 September, 10-11:30am
🔹 Unavailable: Friday 21 and 28 August; Friday 4 and 18 September; Friday 2 October

The regular weekly JP service will resume on Friday 9 October.

Alternatively, you can find a JP online using the NSW JP Public Register: https://dcj.nsw.gov.au/legal-and-justice/legal-assistance-and-representation/justice-of-the-peace/finding-a-jp/jp-public-register.html

19/08/2026

🥳 Join us at Dorrigo Library next week for a very special Storytime session to celebrate Children's Book Week! 🥳

We'll be reading some of the fantastic picture books shortlisted for the 2026 Book of the Year and singing rhymes and songs! 🪇

Why not dress up as your favourite book character and join in the fun! 🐻 🐛

🔹 Wednesday 26 August, 10:30am-11am

14/08/2026

🔭 Calling all science enthusiasts! It's National Science Week 2026, Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology! 🔬

Pop down to your local library and browse our fantastic collection of science books for all ages! 📖

Whether you're a budding biologist 🌿 or a passionate paleontologist 🦕 an aspiring astronaut 🚀 or a creative chemistry sort 🧑‍🔬 we have something to spark your interest! ⚡

➡️ For more science info, check out: https://www.scienceweek.net.au/

13/08/2026

⚖️ Are you looking for a Justice of the Peace (JP) to witness a statutory declaration, affidavit, or certify a copy of an original document?

📅 A Justice of the Peace is available at Dorrigo Library on Fridays from 10-11:30am.

ℹ️ For more information, call the library on 6657 2234.

06/08/2026

🎬 It's time for Friday Film Club! 📽️

Head down to Dorrigo Library this afternoon, Friday 7 August, for a free screening of a fabulous film! Enjoy a relaxing start to the weekend with a refreshing cuppa and biscuit and chat with fellow film enthusiasts.

🔹 Dorrigo Library l Friday 7 August, 2pm l 6657 2234

05/08/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Omar Musa, winner of the 2026 Miles Franklin Literary Award for his novel, Fierceland! 🎊

➡️ Reserve a copy today: https://clarence.spydus.com/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/WRKENQ?SETLVL=&IRN=15479163

04/08/2026

📋 Provide your feedback on Council's services, facilities and priorities through the 2026 Community Pulse Scorecard.

📆 Feedback closes on Friday 28 August.

🖊️ You can pick up a hardcopy from the library, or complete the scorecard online here: https://www.bellingen.nsw.gov.au/Have-Your-Say/Community-Pulse-Scorecard-2026

📣 How are we tracking?

Two years ago, our community helped shape Our Plan for the Future. Now it's time for a check-in.
The 2026 Community Pulse Scorecard is now open, giving everyone the opportunity to tell us what's working well and where you'd like to see improvements.
Whether you've lived here for decades, have recently moved here or are a regular visitor, your feedback will help inform service planning, resource allocation and future decision-making.
✔️ Complete the survey online or pick up a hard copy from Council's facilities.

Take the survey today: https://www.bellingen.nsw.gov.au/Have-Your-Say/Community-Pulse-Scorecard-2026
🗓️ The survey closes Friday 28 August.

04/08/2026

✨ You can't talk about Fight Club, but you CAN talk about Friday Film Club! ✨

Did you know that Bellingen Shire Libraries host a free monthly film screening at each of our branches? 🎬

🔹 Dorrigo Library - first Friday of the month @ 2pm
🔹 Bellingen Library - second Friday of the month @ 2pm
🔹 Urunga Library - third Friday of the month @ 2pm

We screen our films using Beamafilm, an online streaming platform that features hundreds of free award-winning documentaries, independent feature films and festival favourites with great Australian content. The best news? It's free to access for library members and there is no limit on the number of films you can view! 🎥

➡️ To start using Beamafilm, head to our website: https://www.crl.nsw.gov.au/Services/eLibrary/eFilms-and-eMovies