Glenorchy Library

10/09/2026

A huge thank you to Karen Brooks for joining us at Glenorchy Library yesterday for a truly captivating author talk.

Karen's warmth, knowledge and storytelling had the audience engaged from beginning to end, with everyone hanging on her every word. It was a wonderful opportunity to hear about her writing journey, creative process and the stories behind her books.

Thank you also to everyone who attended and helped make the event such a success. We love bringing authors and readers together and are grateful to our community for supporting these special events.

We look forward to welcoming Karen back again in the future!

07/09/2026

Got something to say? Step up to the mic and share it through poetry!

Australian Poetry Slam gives Tasmanian poets, performers or storytellers the chance to express themselves through spoken word performance.

From the 8–17 September, free workshops and slam heats will be held at Libraries in Burnie, Rosny, Launceston and Kingston, led by poets and artists Dylan, Tasha and Ava.

The Tasmania State final will be held at Glenorchy Library on Saturday 19 September, hosted by Miles Merrill, founder of Word Travels.

Register to attend on Eventbrite, and don't forget to invite your friends, family and supporters to cheer you on!

https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/australian-poetry-slam-2026-4862463?msockid=35aa08cf7d696299286f1d897c83635

Discover the power of spoken word through Australian Poetry Slam workshops and heats across Tasmania. Learn, perform, connect and take your shot at the national stage!

07/09/2026

We have a few last minute spots available in The Matter of Facts program this afternoon. Based on the very popular ABC Program with Hamish McDonald, this two hour session will work through how to spot misinformation and disinformation and why it is important. A great introduction to media literacy.

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Glenorchy Library.

Link below to enrol.

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

Reading, dancing and plenty of imagination made for a magical Storytime session at Glenorchy Library yesterday! Led by Lila, a qualified Early Childhood Educator and teacher from Prima Ballet Academy, children enjoyed a fun-filled interactive program that inspired creativity, active play and a love of stories. 📚✨🩰

31/08/2026

Simple back-and-forth conversations help build language and understanding.

This Tasmanian family is putting talking and pointing into action.

For more ideas and resources to support your family, visit: greatstart.tas.gov.au

For help with your own reading and writing visit readingwritinghotline.edu.au or call 1300 6 555 06

31/08/2026

✏️✒️Come along to this informal, fun writing session, featuring the Australian Writers’ Centre monthly challenge. Find out the prompts, brainstorm ideas and start your 500 word or less short story project. All levels are welcome.

• We will learn together the new Australian Writers' Centre monthly challenge and quickly overview the terms and conditions
• Brainstorm ideas for those would like to share
• 45 minutes of writing time
• Share or continue your writing.

📍 Glenorchy Library
📅 Friday 4 September
🕒 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/furious-fiction-writing-group-at-glenorchy-library-tickets-1996427288763?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

A fun, social writing session featuring creative brainstorming and a challenging short story project.

30/08/2026

Need a hand with the 2026 Census?

If you're still having trouble completing your Census, come along to the Glenorchy Library where Census staff will be available to assist with questions, help you complete your form, or provide a paper Census form if needed.

📍 Glenorchy Library
📅 Friday 4 September
🕒 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Everyone is welcome. No appointment required.

For additional Census support locations across Australia, visit: [Insert Link]

28/08/2026

Adult Learners' Week is coming up 1 - 8 September and we still have some spots on some fantastic programs for you here at Glenorchy Library.

• Join us for a fun informal writing challenge with Furious Fiction
• Get outdoors for our first ever walking book chat at the Royal Botanical Gardens
• Meet the team from ReThink Waste and find out about re-useable fashion
• Come along to the author talk with Karen Brooks
• Attend the The Matter of Facts - Media Literacy program

Visit our website to enrol: https://libraries.tas.gov.au/news/adult-learners-week-2026
You can also contact us by email [email protected] or phone 6165 5493.

Start your learning journey with Libraries Tasmania in Adult Learners Week.

28/08/2026

It's Wear it Purple Day! 💜

This day aims to foster safer, more inclusive environments where young people can be proud of who they are and hopeful about their future.

The theme this year is Colours of Courage, which celebrates the many different forms of courage shown by LGBTIQA+ young people and their communities.

To celebrate, borrow an LGBTIQA+ story from BorrowBox – it's free with your library membership: https://bit.ly/4gorNI0