The Barossa Council Public Library

13/08/2026

Don't miss 'Woven Together' our Community Exhibition for SALA 2026.

Local makers have spent the past few months learning and creating with local textiles artists - now it’s time to for everyone to view their incredible work.

On display at Nuriootpa Library until Monday 31 August. 'Woven Together' includes works from local artists Beth Wiley, Michelle Jahn and Lillefield Gallery who have helped us create this collection of community creativity.

Before you leave - make sure you to add a little bit of your own creativity to our community weaving project.

12/08/2026

You do not want to miss this one!

Join us as we welcome Michael Robotham to the Barossa and celebrate the release of his 20th novel and his first set in Australia.

'Tell Me Something True' is a rich and heartbreaking novel and reminds us once again that Michael is a master storyteller.

Arlo Hackett doesn’t expect mercy when he emerges from a twelve-year prison sentence and makes his way back to his small hometown, Yulara. His return to the goldrush town is like cracking open a time capsule full of hatred and violence, along with memories of the people he loved – the ones he couldn’t save. The truth will shock you, surprise you and break your heart.

You know you want to find out all the inside information directly from this world class author.

📅 Monday 26 October
⏰6.00pm to 7.30pm
📍Lambert Estate Wines
🎟 $15pp includes light supper and drink on arrival

For more information and bookings visit https://www.barossa.sa.gov.au/events.

10/08/2026

New Wonderbooks have arrived at Barossa Libraries! Discover stories that come to life with a built-in audiobook, making reading fun, interactive, and perfect for growing readers. Borrow one today and enjoy a read-along adventure that's ready to play at the press of a button.

10/08/2026

Entries for our inaugural Barossa Council Library Writing Competition are due this Saturday!

Our judges are ready... 👀

So, make those final edits, share your entry with someone you trust for one last review and then hit SUBMIT!

📖Theme: The Library - your story must feature the library or refer to a library/librarian in some capacity
📅Entries DUE: Saturday 15 August
👉All ages are welcome - Kids, Youth and Adult categories
🏆Great prizes up for grabs.

We cannot wait to get reading.

You will find all 'the rules' on our registration page at barossa.sa.gov.au/events
or call us on 8563 8440.

08/08/2026

Join The Barossa Council Public Library as we celebrate the launch of our new Heritage Resource – Barossa Cemeteries.

This free online tool features entries on more than 70 cemeteries and hundreds of pioneer settlers dating from the 1840s onwards.

Meet the library team and dedicated volunteers who have spent the past three years researching, photographing and discovering the people and stories that helped shape the Barossa.

Learn how to access and use the Resource for your own local history and family research.

📅Thursday, 27 August
⏰10am to 11.30am
📍Nuriootpa Library
🎟 Free. Bookings essential.

Call the library on 8563 8440 to reserve your spot or book online 👉 https://bit.ly/4x7ZgM2

07/08/2026

The entries are beginning to arrive and we cannot wait to settle on the couch with a coffee to read them all.

Make sure your stories are submitted by Saturday 15 August!

Ever dreamed of writing a thriller? Maybe a mystery, romance or a sci-fi saga where your imagination can run wild? 📝

The Barossa Council Public Library is making that dream a reality with the introduction of its inaugural Writing Competition.

Ready to put your imagination to the test? Find out more and submit your story! 👉https://ow.ly/3my450ZwPz2

07/08/2026

Rosina Hage was a local dressmaker who make bridal gowns in the 1960's and 1970's, and on October 16th the Local History Team are hosting an afternoon tea for members of the community to visit and connect to the history. It will be a fabulous event full of skill and local industry, and we would love to display some of Rosina's gowns, but we need mannequins. Do you have one you are happy to loan?
Details regarding the event will be released shortly, but if you would like to contact us please email [email protected], or pop into the Nuriootpa library to chat.

06/08/2026

Escape the ‘Winter Chills’ and join us for a relaxed afternoon tea with our award-winning special guest and reigning South Australian Country Women’s Association Royal Adelaide Show Scone grand champion, Tracy Page.

📅Wednesday 12 August
⏰2.00pm to 3.30pm
📍Nuriootpa Library
🎟 FREE - Bookings essential

Tracy will share her baking story, shaped by a mum who would admit she was “not so flash” in the kitchen. Thankfully, a circle of talented aunties stepped in, their legendary baking leaving a lasting impression and inspiring what would become a lifelong passion.

Bring along a copy of your favourite afternoon tea recipe and a sample to share if you can - handwritten, tried and tested or passed down through generations we cannot wait to enjoy a cuppa with you.

For more information and bookings, visit https://www.barossa.sa.gov.au/events.

05/08/2026

Jessalyn’s face says it all whenever a delivery of brand-new picture books arrives! We can't wait to see which little readers she'll delight with Goose on the Loose at her next children's event. We have a feeling it's going to be a favourite!