Survey guides Campaspe Libraries

Published on 28 April 2021

Campaspe Shire Libraries have a busy schedule of events and programs planned in response to a survey asking for community input.

General Manager Development, Paul McKenzie, said the survey was completed by library members earlier in the year, offering feedback about the programs currently on offer along with suggestions for new ones.

“The common areas of interest have been very useful in assisting us to tailor library offerings that best suit the community’s needs,” Mr McKenzie said.

“Tech assistance was on the top of the list, with specific mentions for assistance with mobile devices, application support, email and how to utilise online library resources.”

“Presentations from authors was another popular response, along with book clubs, knitting and crochet, cards and other games, family history and gardening.”

“Very importantly, people indicated that they looked forward to connecting with others in a supported environment, even if it’s just for a cup of tea and a chat.”

Some special upcoming events include:

Event	Details	Location	Date and time
Author talk	Meet Sofie Laguna. Booking essential	Rochester Library	Tue, 11 May – 2.15pm
Author talk	Meet Kathy Mexted. Booking essential	Kyabram Library	Wed, 19 May – 2.15pm
Traditional book binding exhibition	Come and meet Chi Chi from Traditional Book Binding and Professional Book Restoration	Echuca Library	Friday 21 May – 10am – 2pm
Local author showcase	Campaspe’s first local author’s event, featuring locals who have published a book in the past four years	Echuca Library	Sat, 22 May – 10am – 1pm. Sun, 23 May – 2pm – 4pm

 

Additionally, Campaspe libraries will host the most frequently requested programs from the survey in their ‘Just ask @ your library’ program:

Event	Details	Location	Date and time
Tech help	Help with tech questions, smart phones, internet and online library resources	Echuca, Rochester, Rushworth, Tongala, Kyabram	Check online, phone or ask in person
Family history	Start or continue your family tree research	Echuca, Rochester, Rushworth, Tongala, Kyabram	Check online, phone or ask in person
Crafternoon	BYO craft or perhaps play cards and games	Echuca, Rochester, Rushworth, Tongala, Kyabram	Check online, phone or ask in person
Reading @ your library	New books, reader recommendations, eBooks and eAudio resources	Echuca, Rochester, Rushworth, Tongala, Kyabram	Check online, phone or ask in person

For a full outline on what’s happening at all Campaspe library services along with how you can get involved, head to www.campaspe.vic.gov.au/library, call 5481 2400 or speak with a library staff member in person.