News in Brief – Library events throughout February

Harry Potter Book Night

Friday 3 February, 6.30 - 7.30pm
Armadale Library

Calling all Muggles, Wizards and Witches! We join worldwide wizard fans in celebrating all things Harry Potter.

This year's theme is The Professors of Hogwarts, so prepare to attend classes and have fun with readings, quizzes and house competitions.

Dress up as your favourite Harry Potter character, leave your broomstick at the door and keep your wands at the ready…

This session is suitable for children six to 16 years. Places are limited and bookings are essential. To book, visit library.armadale.wa.gov.au or call 9394 5125.

Parents or carers must stay in the library during this session. If you are unable to attend after booking, please notify the library.

Tea with Tess Woods

Thursday 9 February, 6 - 7pm
Armadale Library

Tess Woods is an author and physiotherapist who lives in Perth, with her husband, two children, one dog and a cat who rules over all of them.

Her first novel, Love at First Flight, received worldwide critical acclaim and hit the best seller charts in Australia. It is a story about a relationship under threat when sparks fly between two strangers on an interstate flight.

Tess enjoys reading as well as knitting, baking, drinking tea, watching Downton Abbey and tending to the veggie patch.

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Visit library.armadale.wa.gov.au or call 9394 5125.

Calligraphy by Judith Ann

Friday 17 February, 10 - 11am
Armadale Library

Come and experience the world of calligraphy with Judith Ann from Beautiful Writing. Judith Ann is a designer of letters with the written word. She conducts workshops and also creates memorable gifts with her calligraphy.

Judith Ann will discuss the history of calligraphy, and give an inspiring demonstration.

Places are limited and bookings essential. Visit library.armadale.wa.gov.au or call 9394 5125 to book a place.

FOCUS: Photography Workshop

Saturday 25 February, 1 - 3pm
Armadale Library

During this workshop, photographer Adele Miles will discuss photo composition basics. Adele will show you how to take more professional looking photos, and capture tomorrow's history today.

You will also hear about our amateur FOCUS photographic competition which is running during March 2017.

Feel free to bring along your camera for some practical exercises. All types of cameras are welcome.

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Visit library.armadale.wa.gov.au or call 9394 5125.

Candice Fox Crime Writer

Monday 27 February, 1.30 - 2.30pm
Kelmscott Library

Recently identified by the Australian Financial Review as one of Australia's top female crime authors, Candice Fox's suspense thrillers have propelled her into international acclaim.

Crimson Lake is inspired by the concept of guilt by public opinion, and Candice's time spent living in Queensland. The novel explores how even if found innocent by the court, certain accusations can stick for a long time after, and a person can be forever tarnished.

Candice's life is the stuff of fiction: raised by a parole officer and an enthusiastic foster-carer mother, her childhood was full of dark tales overheard while eavesdropping around doorways.

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Visit library.armadale.wa.gov.au or call 9394 5810 to book a place.

Note: Groups must phone for bookings. If you are unable to attend after booking, please notify the library.