News in Brief - Library and Heritage Events in September

Australian Reading Hour - Pyjama Storytime with Hamish, Hector and Morag! Thursday 19 September, 6.30 - 7.30pm Armadale Library

Hector, the highland cow, has moved from Scotland to Australia and is missing his two best friends. He loves to remember their great adventures until one day something perfect happens.

This is a beautiful story of friendship, kindness and helping others. Join Hector, Hamish and Morag as they remember old adventures and move on to new pastures.

This is the first book written by Scottish – Australian author Christine Gillougley. The story of Hector, Hamish and Morag was inspired by her moving to Perth and the memories of her life at home in Scotland.

At this special storytime presented by Christine, you will sing songs, listen to a story, read books and do a craft activity.

Come to this session wearing your pyjamas!

Refreshments of Milo will be available after this session. Hector, Hamish and Morag - A Highland Cow Adventure will be available to purchase for $14.99. Cash and credit card accepted. Parents or carers must stay with their child at this session.

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Call 9394 5125 or visit library.armadale.wa.gov.au to book your place.

Australian Reading Hour encourages everyone to pick up a book and escape in its pages for an hour.

The Power of Wholefoods Friday 20 September, 10.30 - 11.30am Armadale Library

Jude Blereau is a natural foods chef, author, food coach, cooking teacher, and real food activist who has been involved with the organic and wholefoods industry for more than 25 years.

Jude has a deep interest in effecting change in how we as a society grow, produce, relate to and eat food. She is a passionate advocate for sustainable and ethical farming practices, artisanal skills and knowledge.

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Call 9394 5125 or visit library.armadale.wa.gov.au to book your place.

The Power of Flowers with Faye Arcaro Wednesday 25 September, 2 - 3pm Armadale Library

From celebration to comfort, ceremony to treasured memories, flowers play a powerful symbolic role in our daily lives.

Come on a journey of discovery that reveals the benefits flowers have on our environment, health and wellbeing.

Faye Arcaro is a Western Australian based horticulturist who co-hosts the weekly Let's Talk Gardening program on Curtin 100.1FM radio.

In 2007, Faye’s wonderful Perth garden won her the title of ABC Gardener of the Year.

Refreshments will be available.

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Call 9394 5125 or visit library.armadale.wa.gov.au to book your place.

The Curiosity Hour: A Dementia Friendly Event presents - Playing with Pictures Friday 27 September, 10.30 - 11.30am History House Museum

Playing with Pictures is a dementia friendly event, which encourages the exploration of historical photographs and cameras through hands-on interaction and other fun activities.

Please join us for some fun, a cuppa, and a chance to explore and examine the City of Armadale's heritage collection.

History House Museum is wheelchair accessible.

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Call 9394 5670 or visit library.armadale.wa.gov.au to book your place.

This event is part of a series of sessions for people living with dementia to be held at History House Museum.

Look out for future dementia friendly sessions which will include Teachers and Toys and Home for Christmas.