What’s on at the Library
COVID-19 – Public Library Services
Tenterfield Shire Council is continuing to review health advice regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and has put in place changes to meet guidelines for public safety. These guidelines have been implemented to ensure Council staff are available to meet the needs of the community throughout the crisis, with community and employee safety front of mind.
From Monday, 14 December 2020, Opening Times will be 10.00 am to 5:00 pm – Monday to Friday. It is essential that you contact Library staff on 6736 6060 or email library@tenterfield.nsw.gov.au to book computer time. High risk residents wishing to use the Library can do so between 9.00 am – 10.00 am, Monday to Friday by appointment only.
Special Events at the Tenterfield Public Library
Small community groups are encouraged to enquire about what the Library can offer them in the way of resources and informal meeting spaces.
Children’s Storytime – Beginning Thursday, February 10th 2022 at 10.30 am
- Storytime for ages 0-5 years
- Stories, rhymes and craft
Sessions are held every Thursday at 10.30 am (during school term)
Free, Fun Digital Skills Session for Seniors
Join one of our friendly training sessions supported by local library staff where you can learn how to get online and then build your digital skills. The training is designed to make it easy for you to safely and confidently get connected and learn at your own pace. Find out how to access all the important information you need and things that you are interested in. Learn skills in Email, Social Media, Smart Phones and Tablets, Creating and Sharing Smart Device Photos and Videos, Cybersafety, Online Shopping and Banking and Video Calling.
Tenterfield Shire Council secured funding from the State Library of NSW in partnership with Telstra to offer these fun sessions to our community free. The program aims to inspire as many people as possible to get online so everyone can enjoy the benefits of the digital world.
These fortnightly sessions will commence in November 2022 and run through to May 2023.
Spaces are limited and bookings essential to confirm your place.
Upcoming Workshop Sessions – 2022
- Introduction to smartphones – S1 – IOS – Beginner Level
Wednesday 2 November 2022 :: 10:00 am – 12:15 pm - Introduction to smartphones – S2 – Android – Beginner Level
Thursday 3 November 2022 :: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm - Introduction to email – Beginner Level
Wednesday 16 November 2022 :: 10:00 am – 12:15 pm - Introduction to cyber safety: how to stay safe online – S1 – Beginner Level
Thursday 17 November 2022 :: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm - Intro to Online Shopping and Banking – S1 – Beginner Level
Wednesday 30 November-2022 :: 10:00 am – 12:15 pm - Intro to Social Media – Pt 1 – S1 – Beginner Level
Thursday 1 December 2022 :: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm - Intro to Smart Device Photos – Pt 1 (Taking photos) – S1 – Beginner Level
Wednesday 14 December 2022 :: 10:00 am – 12:15 pm - Intro to Video Calling – S1 – Beginner Level
Thursday 15 December 2022 :: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Check back here later in 2022 for additional sessions planned for 2023.
For further information or to book you place contact Tenterfield Public Library by phone on 02 6736 6060 or email library@tenterfield.nsw.gov.au
This program is supported by funding from the NSW State Government, NSW State Library in partnership with Telstra.
