Author Talk – Tania Blanchard

Bathurst Library 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst

Join author Tania Blanchard for a discussion on her new historical fiction A Woman of Courage, a story of the fight for women’s suffrage in England. Bookings Essential: 6333 6281 Copies of the book will be available for signing on the night. About the book1890, Northern England. Hannah Todd dreams of a future where women […]

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Human Library

Bathurst Library 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst

A Human Library is a library where real people are ‘on loan’ in a safe, conversational space where topics are discussed openly between a 'human book' and a reader (community member). Each human book has a distinctive story that details their lived experience of belonging, diversity and inclusion. Come find out first-hand some of the […]

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Meet Jelena Dokic

Bathurst Library 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst

Friday, 03 May 2024 | 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Jelena Dokic shocked the world when her first book, Unbreakable, was released. Her story of survival made headlines worldwide. Fearless, her second book, talks about the power of sharing our stories, discovering your voice, finding meaning and purpose, and the importance of kindness. Meet Jelena […]

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History Talk: The Bathurst Sportsground

Bathurst Library 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst

Join Mark Windsor for a presentation on the development of this historic landmark and how its sporting events provide an insight into the character and spirit of Bathurst. Celebrate 100 years of the old Grandstand in the lead up to the NSW Heritage Festival. To book, call Bathurst Library on 6333 6281. Mark is Chair […]

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Impermanent Flora with fiona Howle

Bathurst Library 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst

Tutor: Fiona Howle Explore the impermanent flora design concept of leaving only footprints, taking only photos. Adults 18yrs+ are invited to join Fiona in this detailed flora art class where you will arrange flowers, leaves and other nature to create a design. Take photos of your flora arrangements and print your favourite to take home […]

$12.00

Exhibition: Movie Musical Memorabilia 1920s-1970s

Bathurst Library 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst

Take a step back in time and view an exhibition of souvenir movie programs from the Golden Years of Hollywood to the disco era. These were on sale at theatres in Sydney and Melbourne, such as The State, The St James, The Mayfair, The Plaza, The Regent and The Prince Edward. Members of the public […]

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Movie Matinee: The Bookshop

Bathurst Library 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst

Celebrate NSW Seniors Festival 2024 with two special film screenings of 'The Bookshop'. To book, call Bathurst Library on 6333 6281. Tuesday’s session features an introduction by Noel Cowan of the Movie Musical Memorabilia exhibition. England, 1959. Florence Green, a free-spirited widow, puts grief behind her and risks everything to open up a bookshop - […]

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Movie Matinee: The Bookshop

Bathurst Library 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst

Celebrate NSW Seniors Festival 2024 with two special film screenings of 'The Bookshop'. To book, call Bathurst Library on 6333 6281. Tuesday’s session features an introduction by Noel Cowan of the Movie Musical Memorabilia exhibition. England, 1959. Florence Green, a free-spirited widow, puts grief behind her and risks everything to open up a bookshop - […]

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Rose Ellis In Conversation

Bathurst Library 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst

Join us for this special 'in conversation' event with writer, editor and researcher Rose Ellis to discuss her biography detailing the life of the colourful character, Bee Miles. Friday 15 March, 6pmBookings Essential: 6333 6281. Copies of the book will be available for purchase on the night. This is a special event in celebration of […]

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International Women’s Day – All About Women Live Stream

Bathurst Library 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst

Sit back in the Library and enjoy live streaming from the All About Women festival, live from the Sydney Opera House in celebration of International Women's Day 2024. Sunday 10 March @ Bathurst Library Bookings Essential - 6333 6281 Bluetooth Headphones will be in use. Streaming program Mary Beard with Bri Lee - 10.30 to […]

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Gyan Yankovich – In Conversation

Bathurst Library 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst

Former Bathurst girl, Gyan Yankovich will be in conversation to discuss her debut book Just Friends. The book explores modern friendship – what it means to be, to make and, sometimes, to lose a friend. It is a celebration of friendships, shining a light on the many different forms they can take and the comfort […]

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Author Talk – Craig Semple

Bathurst Library 70 -78 Keppel Street, Bathurst

Join ex NSW Police Officer Craig Semple for an honest and insightful discussion on his book 'The Cop Who Fell To Earth' Thursday 29 February, 6pm Bookings Essential: 6333 6281. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing on the night. About the book When a young 18 year old Craig Semple […]

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