Libraries Winter 2025 events and programs

Events and programs Winter 2025 June | July | August

Duncraig | Joondalup | Whitford | Woodvale

Welcome to the winter edition of our Events and Programs Guide.

It might be cold and wet outside, but there’s still lots to do at Joondalup Libraries this winter.

We are pleased to introduce two new groups from July, with the embroidery group at Woodvale Library and the mindful mending club at Duncraig Library.

Stay warm and dry!

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Duncraig – 9400 4790 Cnr Warwick Rd and Marmion Ave

Library opening times Joondalup 9400 4707

Duncraig 9400 4790

Whitford 9400 4870

Woodvale 9400 4180

Local History 9400 4746

Mon 9am–7pm

9.30am–7pm 9.30am–7pm 9.30am–6pm 9am–5pm

Tue 9am–7pm

9.30am–7pm 9.30am–6pm 9.30am–7pm 9am–5pm

Wed 9am–6pm

9.30am–6pm 9.30am–6pm 9.30am–6pm 9am–5pm

Thu 9am–7pm

9.30am–6pm 9.30am–7pm 9.30am–7pm 9am–5pm

Fri

9.30am–6pm 9.30am–6pm 9.30am–6pm 9am–5pm

9am–6pm

Sat 9.30am–4pm 9.30am–1pm 9.30am–1pm 9.30am–1pm 9.30am–12.30pm Sun 1–5pm

Closed

Closed

Closed

Closed

Public holidays and observances (all libraries) WA Day

Closed Monday 2 June

World Environment Day

Thursday 5 June

School Holidays

Monday 7 July-Monday 21 July

NAIDOC Week

Sunday 6-13 July

Library and Information Week

Monday 28 July-Sunday 3 August

Children’s Book Week

Saturday 9–Friday 22 August — Book an Adventure

Information in this guide was correct at the time of publication, however library hours, services and events may be changed in response to emergency situations.

Always refer to the City’s website at joondalup.wa.gov.au for updates, subscribe to the Libraries’ eNewsletter or call 9400 4751.

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What’s on around the City this winter NAIDOC celebrations Throughout July — Various locations

Sunday Serenades — The John Farnham Songbook 20 July — Redmond Theatre, Prendiville College, Ocean Reef

Community Art Exhibition 15-28 June — Lakeside Joondalup Shopping Centre

Sunday Serenades — August concert 17 August — Redmond Theatre, Prendiville College, Ocean Reef

Book events online Visit joondalup.wa.gov.au/events to view our events calendar or book and pay for events. Some of our events incur a small fee, and some are free.

Scan the QR code to view our upcoming events on the City’s website 3

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Seniors Lifestyle Expo Tuesday 10 June, 10am, Westfield Whitford Shopping Centre (near Coles) Come along to this free event for information about local programs, activities, and support services for older adults. Engage with City of Joondalup staff and a range of service providers to help maintain a healthy, active and social lifestyle.

No cost. No bookings required.

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New Library app Stay connected with our new library app!

Joondalup Libraries now has a new app called Spydus Library, where you can manage your membership in one place.

With the Spydus Library app, you and your family can stay connected to our libraries without the hassle of logging in every time.

Ready to dive in?

Download the app now from your device’s app store. Just search for “Spydus Library” and you’re all set!

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Plastic free July Plastic free July is a movement that has inspired 100+ million participants.

By making small changes we can collectively make a huge difference to our community. Start by joining one of these interactive and engaging workshops.

Discovery session — DIY deodorant Tuesday 1 July, 6-7.30pm — Joondalup Library Participants will learn how to make their own sustainable, plastic-free deodorant. Perfect for your own use or as a gift.

Making your own deodorant not only saves money but also promotes better health and reduces packaging waste. The best part is that it actually works!

This 1.5-hour hands-on workshop introduces the concept of homemade skincare products as a natural, environmentally friendly and cost-effective alternative to purchasing pre-packaged products.

Participants take home their own deodorant.

Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased online.

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Discovery session — DIY eco cleaner Wednesday 9 July, 6-7.30pm — Whitford Library Participants will learn to create a simple, effective multi-purpose cleaner or home spray while exploring what truly works against common viruses and bacteria. We will also discuss how toxic chemicals impact health and ways to improve home life through better air quality and thermal insulation. By adopting eco-friendly practices, participants can reduce their carbon footprint, lower utility bills, and create healthier, more comfortable living spaces.

Each participant will take home a 500ml bottle of their DIY cleaner or spray.

Nude your food — School holiday activity Friday 11 July, 10-11am — Joondalup Library Suitable for children aged 8-12 years Bookings open on 23 June at 9.30am.

Discuss school lunch boxes and what a nude-nopackaging box would look like. Children will pack a box and discuss how close they got to ‘nude’.

They will then make a beeswax wrap to help them achieve their very own nude lunch box when they return to school.

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Book clubs Book clubs at Joondalup Libraries are as popular as ever.

As well as eight fiction book clubs across all four branches, we also have a non-fiction book club and a cookbook book club! The fiction clubs and cookbook book club are currently full. If you would like to join the waitlist for any of our book clubs, please email library.programs@joondalup.wa.gov.au Did you know you can create your own book club, and we can lend you book club kits of 10 of the same title to share with your club?

Kits can be borrowed by anyone who holds a Joondalup Libraries card. We currently have 30 sets to choose from with some new titles recently added: • • • • • • • • •

Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See The Happiness Plan by Sue Mallery The Five-Star Weekend by Elin Hildebrand The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley Go as a River by Shelley Read The Soulmate by Sally Hepworth Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus Ten Thousand Aftershocks by Michelle Tom The Sawdust House by David Whish-Wilson

Check the library catalogue for the full list of titles available.

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Oprah’s Book Club picks If you love Oprah’s Book Club, or Reese’s Book Club, you can now search our catalogue for books recommended by both clubs.

We currently have 94 Oprah recommended titles and 115 Reese’s recommendations.

To search the catalogue, go to joondalup.spydus.com and search for Oprah’s Book Club or Reese’s Book Club.

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Step into Volunteering Do you want to meet new people, share your skills or make a difference in the community? Then come along to a free Step into Volunteering session.

• Thursday 26 June — Whitford Library 5-6.30pm • Tuesday 29 July — Woodvale Library 10.30am-12pm • Thursday 28 August — Whitford Library 5-6.30pm To register or for further information visit joondalup.wa.gov.au or call 9400 4753.

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Winter reading eBooks Winter is the perfect season to cosy up with a good book, and with the convenience of eBooks, you can enjoy your favourite stories without leaving the warmth of your home. eBooks offer instant access to a vast library of titles, allowing you to explore new genres and authors with just a few clicks. Whether you’re snuggled up by the fireplace or tucked in bed, eBooks make it easy to dive into a captivating read anytime, anywhere.

To get started, scan the QR code to download the BorrowBox, CloudLibrary, hoopla or Libby app – or all four!

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Memory Café Forget-Me-Not Memory Café Fourth Friday of the month, 10am Duncraig Library — 27 June, 25 July, 22 August The City of Joondalup hosts a regular dementia support café in partnership with Forget-Me-Not for those living with memory loss, their carers and loved ones. The Memory Café aims to provide a supportive social network in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Register your interest by calling 9400 4790.

Memory bags These light, takeaway bags include themed books, activities, props and conversation prompts. They can be used by families, friends or carers who are interacting with older people or living with dementia as a way of triggering happy memories and nostalgia. The bags are available for loan with your library membership.

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Tax help From July-October Joondalup Library every Tuesday from 2-6pm Woodvale Library every Monday from 9.30am-1.30pm Contact the branch to book.

Tax help is a service run by the Australian Taxation Office and staffed by trained volunteers. It is a free service to help eligible people earning $70,000 or less with simple tax affairs manage their tax obligations.

Volunteers can also help clients to create a myGov account, lodge amendments and notify the ATO if clients don’t need to lodge a return.

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Discovery Outbound Discovery Outbound offers a variety of fun activities and outings for people aged 50 years and older who enjoy being active, creative, entertained or learning new things.

Upcoming events include a visit to the Gravity Discovery Centre, a paint and graze activity and a wildflower walk at Kings Park.

Costs vary.

Book and pay online.

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Gravity Discovery Centre

Morning Melodies

Wednesday 11 June

Wednesday 16 July

Enjoy a tour of the observatory plus lunch in their café.

Enjoy the amazing WA Opera at His Majesty’s Theatre.

Paint and graze

Native Animal Rescue

Wednesday 25 June

Thursday 7 August

Create a masterpiece with Creative Pair Studios while you nibble and chat at Chichester Community Hall.

Learn about local wildlife issues and how they can be helped.

Revelation Film Festival at Luna Cinema Thursday 3 or Friday 4 July Feature length and short film with morning tea included.

Kings Park Wildflower Walk Thursday 28 August Enjoy the wildflowers accompanied by knowledgeable volunteer guides.

For more information, scan the QR code or visit joondalup.wa.gov.au and search ‘Discovery Outbound’.

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Digital drop in So much of what we do in everyday life has a technology component. Drop in to one of our free information sessions to grow your digital confidence.

How to pay digitally Friday 6 June, 10am — Woodvale Library Learn how to pay for your purchases digitally using digital wallets, smart watches and the Spydus app.

Local buying and selling online Friday 4 July, 10am — Woodvale Library Learn how to buy, sell and swap locally using Gumtree, Facebook Marketplace and buy nothing groups.

Digital library apps Friday 1 August, 10am — Woodvale Library Joondalup Libraries provide free access to a lot of eResources. Learn how to borrow, read and listen online using free library apps.

No cost. No bookings required – just drop in!

Note: These are information sessions only, however you can BYO phone or device.

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Meet the Author Holden Sheppard Tuesday 3 June, 6pm - Joondalup Library Cost $8. Book and pay online.

Join us for the official launch of Holden Sheppard’s latest book, King of Dirt. Holden will be in conversation with Matt Tinney from Channel 7’s Sunrise.

Holden Sheppard is a West Australian author whose debut novel, Invisible Boys, won multiple awards, including the 2019 WA Premier’s Prize for a Emerging Writer.

Invisible Boys has now been adapted as a ten-episode television series with Stan Australia which premiered in 2025.

Holden’s second book, The Brink, won several accolades, including the 2024 Ena Noel Award.

About King of Dirt Giacomo Brolo, aka Jack, is a mess. He works piecemeal construction gigs in remote WA, drinks himself to oblivion and is estranged from his family and friends.

But then Jack returns to his regional hometown of Geraldton for a family wedding. He hasn’t been back since he fled at the age of eighteen, and his past soon catches up with him.

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Discovery session — Albany’s historic whaling station Wednesday 11 June, 6pm — Whitford Library From derelict to iconic – a whale of a tale.

Discover how a chance meeting sparked the transformation of Australia’s last whaling station into Albany’s top tourism destination. Peter Snow OAM shares an inspiring story of vision and persistence.

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

Discovery session — Botanical watercolour workshop Saturday 14 June, 10am — Woodvale Library Learn a range of different art techniques using fine lines and watercolour pencils. Be inspired by the wide range of botanicals, including Australian natives, whilst creating your own little masterpiece.

Please note: this is a 2-hour workshop.

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

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Community session — Type 2 diabetes: You and the NDSS Thursday 19 June, 10am — Joondalup Library

This free session facilitated by Diabetes WA provides an overview of what happens in the body of someone with diabetes. You will receive tips on prevention and management of diabetes, including the annual cycle of care, as well as an overview of the National Diabetes Services Scheme.

No cost. Register online.

Discovery session — Mindful mending Saturday 28 June, 9.30am — Duncraig Library Learn how to give your clothes a new lease on life and reduce the amount of clothing going to landfill.

In this interactive session we will look at examples of visible mending, cover different terminology and techniques, and discuss mending ideas for individuals to try when repairing or embellishing their own garments.

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

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Winter school holiday program Saturday 5-Sunday 20 July — City of Joondalup Libraries Suitable for ages 5–12 years.

Warm up at the libraries this winter with activities that encourage curiosity and inspire creativity!

Visit joondalup.wa.gov.au for the complete program and to book a spot.

Cost is $5 per child, per activity.

Book and pay online.

Bookings open on Monday 23 June at 9.30am.

Introduction to family history Saturday 5 July 2025, 10.30am-12pm — Joondalup Library, Local History Suitable for adults.

Join experienced family history researchers at this introductory workshop. Receive a copy of the booklet Researching Your Family History and gain an insight into the basics of beginning your research.

Cost $10. Book and pay online.

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Discovery session — Christmas in July with Sarah Waddington Thursday 17 July, 2pm — Joondalup Library Join sensational soprano Sarah Waddington for a special Christmas in July show at Joondalup Library.

Expect to hear and sing along to classic covers by Carrie Underwood, Celine Dion, Delta Goodrem, Mariah Carey and more.

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

Discovery session — Basic French Mondays, 5-6pm — Joondalup Library Semester 2, 20 weeks 21 July-8 December.

This basic 20-week introduction to the French language begins with “bonjour” and will give you some basic vocabulary and rules to start you on your journey towards learning this beautiful language.

Booking is for 20 weeks. This course is for new students only.

Cost $30 for full semester.

Book and pay online.

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Community session — Younger onset dementia workshop Tuesday 22 July, 10am — Woodvale Library Presented by Dementia Australia, this free workshop provides an introduction to younger onset dementia and the unique impacts of a dementia diagnosis earlier in life. The workshop is suitable for people recently diagnosed with younger onset dementia, their family and carers. This session runs for 2.5 hours and includes refreshments.

No cost. Register online.

Parenting session — Screen time for toddlers Wednesday 23 July, 10am — Whitford Library Toddlers and screen time can be a hot topic, but does it have to be? This session will discuss current research, unpack the screen time guidelines, and explore positive and joyful ways to use screens with children aged 2-5 years that can encourage curiosity, creativity and problem solving. We will also help families set realistic and healthy screen time goals for a balanced approach to digital devices.

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

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Parenting session — Baby massage Friday 25 July 2025, 10am — Duncraig Library Baby massage is a gentle way for parents and their infants to connect and to gain from all the benefits it has to offer. This introductory session covers all the basic information needed for parents to massage their baby safely and with confidence.

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

Discovery session — Generative AI for beginners Saturday 26 July, 10am — Duncraig Library ChatGPT, Copilot and other generative AI tools are becoming part of everyday life for many people.

Come along to find out what generative AI is, and how you might be able to use it for work, study and life. Learn about its potential downsides, too.

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

Discovery session — Space robotics Wednesday 30 July, 6pm — Joondalup Library, Reference area From The Day the Earth Stood Still to Star Wars, robots have long been partners to humans in fictional space adventures. Their real life counterparts are often weirder than any movie, and are now an indispensable part of human spaceflight. We need them, but will they always need us?

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

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Children’s Book Week 9-22 August 2025

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Children’s Book Week Saturday 9–Friday 22 August Children’s Book Week is the longest running children’s festival in Australia and celebrates 80 years in 2025. This year’s theme is Book an Adventure and Joondalup Libraries have two weeks of events for local school children and the community.

Join us as we celebrate quality Western Australian authors and illustrators and highlight the importance of books and reading for all.

Visit your local library in August to view the display of shortlisted books from the 2025 Children’s Book Council of Australia Book of the Year Awards.

Children’s Book Week – Opening event Saturday 9 August, 10am — Duncraig Library Suitable for ages 3–7 years.

Musical Experiences for Children will delight with a visit from the Nature Pixie. Two friends, Pip and Rascal go on an adventure in the bush and meet many other amazing animals who help them along the way. This event is the start of an exciting fortnight celebrating Western Australian authors and illustrators.

No cost. Register online.

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Discovery session — Heroes, villains and vagabonds Tuesday 5 August, 10am — Woodvale Library Perth’s history is littered with wonderful characters who shaped the city in a multitude of ways. Join Richard Offen as he takes you on a fascinating journey through the history of Perth. Richard will highlight some of the people who in their own way, for good or bad, and even sometimes a bit of both, contributed to the way Perth is today.

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

Parenting session — Packed with goodness Wednesday 6 August, 10am — Whitford Library Join us for a free parent information session presented by a qualified nutritionist. Pick up new ideas for packing balanced lunchboxes and get tips on how to build healthy habits in the home. The session will cover a range of topics such as healthy snacks, label reading and fussy eating.

No cost. Register online.

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Family history — Researching Indian records Saturday 16 August, 10-11.30am Joondalup Library, Local History Suitable for adults.

Join Liana Fitzpatrick, convenor of Family History WA’s India & Southeast Asia group, in this introduction to searching Indian records for family history. Liana will introduce some of the resources available, what they contain and where to find them.

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

Discovery session — Reset your gut, regain your health Saturday 23 August, 10am — Duncraig Library Discover the power of gut health. Join internationally recognised nutrition and gut health expert, Natalie Woodman, as she unravels the powerful connection between gut health and every aspect of your wellbeing.

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

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Discovery session — Quiet time with the President Monday 25 August, 6pm — Joondalup Library Professor Peter Friedland, a leading Australian ear, nose and throat surgeon, shares the fascinating personal story of his life and career in South Africa and his encounters with the iconic Nelson Mandela.

Peter will discuss his book Quiet Time with the President.

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

Discovery session — Design eye-catching invitations in Canva Wednesday 27 August, 6pm — Whitford Library Join Joondalup Libraries’ Promotions Officer, Jill MacDonald for a workshop on creating eye-catching invitations using Canva. Learn how to use design templates for impact, import names easily to create personalised invitations and formats for saving and printing/sending invitations. Bring along your own device with Canva installed to make the most of the session.

Cost $5. Book and pay online.

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Regular library events Family time Saturday, 10am — Woodvale Library Ages 18 months–4 years Start the weekend with stories and songs at family time. Pre-school aged children are invited to bring their families to Woodvale Library every Saturday for a morning of fun and excitement!

STEAMing into story time Saturday, 10am — Whitford Library Ages 2-7 years Stories, songs, and hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) activities that encourage children to use their critical thinking and problem-solving skills, imagination and creativity.

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Story time Weekly, 10am Ages 2-4 years These sessions encourage a love of reading, stimulate the imagination, and enable social interaction with other children outside the home.

Duncraig

Joondalup

Whitford

Woodvale

Monday

Wednesday

Friday

Friday

Thursday

Thursday

Toddler time Weekly, 10am For toddlers 18–30 months These sessions encourage the love of books and language while letting your child move and be creative.

Sessions during school terms

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Sessions run all year

Whitford

Duncraig

Joondalup

Woodvale

Tuesday

Wednesday

Friday

Thursday

Baby rhyme time Weekly, 10am For babies 0-18 months Learn new rhymes and songs and develop your baby’s pre-literacy and social skills in a fun environment.

Sessions run during school term.

No cost. No bookings required.

Joondalup

Duncraig

Woodvale

Whitford

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Sensory story time Wednesday 7 May–25 June, 10am — Whitford Library Ages 2–5 years These sessions are aimed at children who prefer to experience story time in a quiet small group setting.

Enjoy stories, songs and activities that promote literacy followed by sensory playtime. Sensory story time may be beneficial to children living with challenges related to sensory experiences.

No cost. No bookings required.

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Art group Monday, 9.30am — Woodvale Library Join our weekly community art group for inspiration, great chats and new friendships in a creative space.

No cost. No bookings required.

Brain games Monday, 2pm — Joondalup Library Join us for an hour of puzzles, quizzes and games at this social group for older people. Connect with others and have some fun, while keeping your mind active.

No cost. No bookings required.

Canasta club Friday, 1pm — Woodvale Library Improve your concentration and logical thinking while enjoying a friendly game of canasta. All levels welcome.

No cost. No bookings required.

Chess afternoons Thursday, 4pm — Woodvale Library A session for anyone who wants to learn how to play chess or have a friendly game. All ages welcome.

No cost. No bookings required.

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Coder Dojo Wednesday, 4pm — Joondalup Library Ages 7-17 years A volunteer-led movement where young people learn to code, develop websites, apps, programs, games and much more. Sessions run during school term.

Bring your own laptop if possible.

No cost. No bookings required.

Crochet group Join this friendly group to crochet with others in a casual social group. Bring a project or start something new.

No cost. No bookings required.

Woodvale

Whitford

Wednesday, 9.30am Wednesday, 10am

Cuttings and cake Join our community garden clinic where you can swap spare plants and ask gardening questions while enjoying morning tea. Bring something to share – a cutting or cake.

No cost. No bookings required.

Duncraig Library Third Saturday of the month, 10am 21 June, 19 July, 16 August

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New group

Embroidery group Bring along your own embroidery project and join this friendly group for craft and chats. Beginner friendly and all experience levels welcome.

Woodvale Library First Thursday of the month - 5pm, 5 June, 3 July, 7 August

English conversation group Wednesday, 1pm — Joondalup Library This group is perfect for those who know a bit of English and want to improve their skills in a relaxed and supportive environment. Sessions are very informal with no written work. Suitable for adults only. Please do not attend with children.

No cost. No bookings required.

Note: Sessions are not held during school holidays.

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Family history help Explore your family history with the help of an expert volunteer. Enjoy free access to online tools like ancestry.com and findMyPast, including the 1921 England and Wales census. Borrow resources from the genealogy collection for a richer research experience.

No cost. No bookings required.

Woodvale

Joondalup

Tuesday, 9.30am–12pm

Wednesday, 9am–12pm Third Saturday of the month, 1–3pm 21 June, 19 July, 16 August

French conversation group Thursday, 5pm — Joondalup Library An informal weekly group for people who know some French and want to improve their conversation skills.

No cost. No bookings required.

Note: Sessions are not held during school holidays.

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Games in the library City of Joondalup Libraries Our libraries have a vast selection of games available for patrons to enjoy while visiting. Choose to play Scrabble, Mah-jong, Chess, Yahtzee, Rummikub, Canasta and many more. Bring a friend or two and enjoy the challenge.

Game on!

Thursday, 10am — Joondalup Library Meet new people and stimulate your mind. Come along for a session of fun and games in a friendly atmosphere. Come along and play Scrabble, Upwords, Backgammon, Yahtzee, Rummikub, Boggle, card games and many more.

No cost. No bookings required.

Imagination station Ages 5–12 years Drop in for an hour of entertainment, learn new skills and let your creative side run free in craft activities that will engage our imagination.

No cost. No bookings required.

Joondalup Library First Sunday of the month, 2pm 1 June, 6 July, 3 August

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Justice of the Peace (JP) service This is a free service to the community and no appointment is necessary. If you need certified copies of documents, bring the original and the copies to be signed. Some documents require a second witness so please bring someone with you if this is the case.

Note: Libraries have photocopying facilities for a small fee.

Joondalup Library

Woodvale Library

Thursday, 5-6.30pm

Saturday, 9.30-11.30am

Saturday, 10am-12.30pm To find other JP services visit the Department of Justice website at wa.gov.au/organisation/department-of-justice Other free local JP services Joondalup Courthouse Monday to Friday, 9am-1pm

Warwick Community Care Centre Monday to Friday, 10am-1pm

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Jigsaws Boost memory and spatial reasoning with our fantastic jigsaw sessions. Dive into puzzles of various types, connecting with fellow enthusiasts.

It’s a fun way to exercise your brain and share the joy of jigsaw solving.

No cost. No bookings required.

Duncraig Library Third Wednesday of the month, 2pm 18 June, 16 July, 20 August

Keystrokes City of Joondalup Libraries We can help you with smart phones, tablets, pcs, and online activities such as setting up email accounts.

One-on-one sessions are available at all libraries on various days and times.

Search for Keystrokes on the City’s website at joondalup.wa.gov.au for more information or call your local branch.

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Knitting groups Join our friendly knitters and work on your own creations, knit something for charity or participate in a community project.

No cost. No bookings required.

Duncraig

Joondalup

Whitford

Every Wednesday, 2pm

Fourth Saturday, 1-3pm

Every Thursday, 1pm

28 June, 26 July, 23 August

LEGO club — Challenge, create, construct Ages 5-12 years Join in the fun of creative LEGO play. Share and display your creations with the group and library visitors.

No cost. No bookings required.

Whitford

Woodvale

Duncraig

Joondalup

Tuesday, 4pm

Wednesday, 4pm

Thursday, 4pm

Saturday, 2pm

Note: sessions are not held during school holidays.

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Mah-jong City of Joondalup Libraries Mah-jong is a popular and challenging game that will help keep your brain active while having fun.

Libraries hold regular sessions for beginners and more experienced players.

Call 9400 4761 to find out when sessions are held.

New group

Mindful mending Duncraig Library Whether you’re an experienced sashiko mender or just curious about visible mending, come along to this new group to share ideas and breathe new life into well-loved items.

Duncraig Library Second Tuesday of the month, 5.30pm 10 June, 10 July, 12 August

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Minecraft engineers Ages 7+ years Minecraft engineers is a fun weekly club where children use creative mode to build in Minecraft. Sessions run during the school term and a personal device with Minecraft installed is required in order to participate.

No cost. Register online for the whole term.

Bookings open on Monday 16 June at 9.30am.

Walk-ins are welcome space permitting.

Whitford

Woodvale

Monday, 4pm

Tuesday, 4pm

Tabletop games Saturday, 9.30am — Whitford Library Ages 16+ years Join us for a games morning at the library. Whether you’re a gaming pro or a beginner, dive into exciting board and tabletop games. Our helpful facilitator ensures a fun time for all.

No cost. No bookings required.

Writers’ group Expand and develop the craft of writing in this supportive group. The group meets twice a month and encourages all levels and types of writing.

Cost $3. Enquiries to 9400 4761.

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Acknowledgement of Country The City of Joondalup acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of this land, the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation. We recognise the culture of the Noongar people and the unique contribution they make to the Joondalup region and Australia. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. joondalup.wa.gov.au This document is available in alternative formats upon request.