What’s Inside: Margot McGovern teaches horror writing Calamity Tash visits for crafting fun!
Genealogy Club | History Tour
Mobile Library Services
The Mobile Library visits fortnightly at each location below.
Vale Shopping Centre Wednesdays fortnightly, 2.50 - 3.20pm
One Tree Hill Opposite Blacksmith’s Inn
fortnightly, 3 - 4pm
Holidays (Library Services Closed)
Looking for a group to join? Try these free social groups.
Diamond Art
Weekly, 9am - 12pm
Stretton Centre Library
Genealogy Club
See pg. 7 for dates
10 - 11am
Civic Centre Library
Colouring-in Club for Adults
From 2pm | 16+ years
Civic Centre Library
Knit and Natter (Knitting Group)
First Thursday, monthly 10am - 12pm
Civic Centre Library
Playford Writers Group
From 5 Sep, Fortnightly
5pm - 6.30pm
Civic Centre Library
Saturday
Crafty Kids*
10am - 2pm
Civic Centre Library
Self-guided sessions
LEGO Club*
10am - 2pm
Stretton Centre Library
Self-guided sessions
*During School Terms Only
One on One
Family History Help
Join a history volunteer in 45 minute sessions to guide you through your family history research.
DETAILS: Tuesdays
(See Eventbrite for dates)
Time: 9.30 - 11.45am
Age: Adults
Cost: Free, bookings essential Civic Centre Library
History Service
The History Service is located in the Civic Centre Library and provides resources and assistance for people who are researching the history of the local area and for those interested in tracing information about their own family’s history.
Family History Volunteers
History Databases
Access databases such as Findmypast and Ancestry.com for free within the Library Service.
Playford’s Past Recollect
Find a virtual treasure trove of history that encompasses lives, events and changes in the City of Playford area.
playfordspast.recollect.net.au
The History volunteers are able to assist you with your research needs, contact us to book into a session on Tuesday morning on: 8256 0333
Genealogy Club: Genealogy Club runs on the first and third Tuesday of the month. We will focus on a different subject each session. See right for dates >>
DETAILS:
Tuesdays
Time: 10 - 11am
Cost: Free, bookings essential Civic Centre Library
1st Local Gov. Records
15th Diaries
29th History Site Visit - Genealogy SA
5th Specialist Archives
19th Adoption Records
<< Munno Para Council Nursery, 1978
Bookings essential through: playfordlibrary.eventbrite.com OR at the Playford Library desk.
Book Bugs (0 - 2 years)
Stories, music, and play-based learning to develop early literacy awareness.
Civic Centre Library
Mondays 9.30am & 10.30am
Stretton Centre Library
Tuesdays 9.30am & 10.30am
Storytime ( 2 - 5 years)
Stories, music, craft, and playbased learning to promote school readiness and engaging with literacy.
Wednesdays 10.30 - 11.30am
Civic Centre Library
Fridays 10.30am - 11.30am
Stretton Centre Library
Tree Tots Storytime in the Garden ( 2 - 5 years)
Explore and enjoy nature through stories, songs, and nature-themed activities. Bookings required.
Thursdays 10.30am - 11.30am
The Precinct 112 Coventry Road, Smithfield Plains
Crafty Kids (all ages)
Self guided craft activities for kids.
Saturdays 10am - 2pm
Civic Centre Library
Lego Club
Self guided lego fun for children.
Saturdays 10am - 2pm
Stretton Centre Library
Youth Programs
Bookings essential through: playfordlibrary.eventbrite.com OR cash at the Playford Library Desk.
Young Writers Group
A fun and inclusive group for young writers to build skills and knowledge about writing and storytelling.
DETAILS: Wednesdays, fortnightly
(See Eventbrite for dates)
Time: 3.30 - 4.30pm
Age: 10 - 16 years
Cost: Free, bookings essential
Civic Centre Library
Gaming Nights
Game on! Play Mario Kart, Crash Bandicoot and other games on our Nintendo Switch and PS4.
DETAILS: Thursday nights
Time: 4 - 6pm
Ages: 16+ years
Cost: Free, no bookings req.
Civic Centre Library
Craft Nights Pass the time in this creative self-guided session. Bring a friend and get arty with all materials supplied.
DETAILS: Thursday nights
Time: 4 - 6pm
Age: 16+ years
Cost: Free, bookings essential
Civic Centre Library
Design and make your own earrings
Monday 30 September
Time: 2 - 3.30pm
Ages: 5+ years
Cost: $2.00 per child
Stretton Centre Library
DETAILS: Use polymer clay to design and create your own trendy earrings.
Come and make Playdough
Tuesday 1 October
Time: 10 - 11.30am
Ages: 5+ years
Cost: $2.00 per child
Stretton Centre Library
DETAILS: Learn how to create ‘no cook’ playdough that will last.
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS | SPRING
Surpreme States of Matter with Liquid Nitrogen
Wednesday
Time: 10.30 - 11.30am
Ages: 5+ years
Cost: $5.00 per child
Civic Centre Function Room
DETAILS: Join Nitro Nat as she shows you the facinating science behind solids, liquids and gasses through smashing and crushing items with liquid nitrogen.
African Drumming with Bortier
Friday 4 October
Time: 2 - 3pm
Ages: 5+ years
Cost: $5.00 per child
Stretton Centre Park
DETAILS:
Join Bortier as he shows you the rhythm and fun of playing percussion instruments with an interactive African drumming session.
Crafternoon
Tuesday 8 October
Time: 2 - 3.30pm
Ages: 5+ years
Cost: $2.00 per child
Civic Centre Library
DETAILS: Choose from a variety of craft activities that will look stunning on display at home.
Wilbur’s Wildlife Animal Encounter
Wednesday 9 October
Time: 1 - 2pm
Ages: 5+ years
Cost: $5.00 per child
Civic Centre Library
DETAILS: Learn about our native animals in this fun interactive session where you can pat all things fur, feathers and scales.
Friday 11 October
Paint a hanging pot
Time: 10 - 11.30am
Ages: 5+ years
Cost: $2.00 per child
Stretton Centre Library
DETAILS: Decorate your very own ceramic pot to place a plant in and display at home.
Don’t Miss Out! These events sell out quick! Subscribe to our Eventbrite page to keep in the loop when events are released.
playfordlibrary.eventbrite.com
BOOKINGS OPEN THURSDAY 5 SEP @ 4PM
Bookings
Indigenous Literacy Day
Join us for an action-packed, joyful livestream showcase. This stream will include sharing of First Nations’ stories, culture and language.
DETAILS:
Wednesday 4 September
10 - 11am
Age: 16+ years
Civic Centre Library
Connect & Explore
Supporting R U OK? Day
Find way to support positive wellbeing and mental health in the community by trying a variety of workshops.
DETAILS: Thursday 12 September
Time: 10am - 2pm
Age: 16+ years
Cost: Free, bookings essential
Playford Civic Centre Function Room
A workshop to assist caregivers and those at risk by building tools and understanding.
DETAILS: Wednesday 25 September
Time: 9.30am - 2pm
Age: 18+ years
Cost: Free, bookings essential
Civic Centre Library
Livestreaming from IT Suite Suicide Prevention
Bookish Mixer
Step into a literary delight and enjoy an adult version of Book Week. Dress up and enjoy lively book discussions, themed games and much more.
DETAILS: Saturday 12 October
Time: 10am - 2pm
Age: 16+ years
Cost: $5.00 per person
Civic Centre Library
The Art of Writing Horror
It’s the spooky season! Join author Margot McGovern as she equipts you with tools for dark tales.
DETAILS: Saturday 26 October
10.30am - 1.30pm
Age: 18+ years
Cost: $5.00
Civic Centre Library
Build and Graze
This one is for our fellow adult brick builders! Enjoy nibbles and build a beautiful flower piece to take home and display.
DETAILS: Thursday 7 November
Time: 5 - 6.30pm
Age: 16+ years
Cost: $10.00 per person
Stretton Centre Library
Junk Journal with Mandy
Explore the mindful art of Junk Journalling in this hands-on session. You will learn to craft a journal using recycled materials.
DETAILS: Wednesday 11 November 10am - 12pm
Age: 16+ years
Cost : $5.00 per person
Civic Centre Library
Foam Flower Pots with Calamity Tash
Join Adelaide’s beloved Craft Clown,Calamity Tash as she bring the vibe and the fun to building foam flower pots!
DETAILS: Saturday 16 November 12 - 2pm
Age: 18+ years
Cost: $5.00 per person
Civic Centre Library
Regular Sessions
English Language Sessions
A casual supportive group to practice your conversational English skills.
DETAILS: Wednesdays
(See Eventbrite for dates) Time: 9 - 10.25am beginners 10.30am - 12pm Intermediate
Ages: 16+ years
Cost: Free, bookings essential Civic Centre Library
Bookings essential through: playfordlibrary.eventbrite.com OR cash at the Playford Library Desk.
Resume Workshop with Maxima
Craft the perfect resume and coverletter to highlight and impress employers.
DETAILS: First Thursday of the month
Time: 12.30 - 2.30pm
Age: 16+ years
Cost: Free, bookings essential
Elizabeth Rise Community Centre Shop 7/26 Hamblynn Road, Elizabeth Downs.
Playford Writer’s Group
Join a group of like-minded writers. This group enables you to share and connect with other authors.
DETAILS: Thursdays, fortnightly
(See Eventbrite for dates)
Time: 5 - 6.30pm Age: 16+ years
Cost: Free, no bookings req.
Civic Centre Library
One on One Tech Help
Want to learn how to use a computer, smart phone or tablet? Book into our free 30 minute one on one sessions happening at various library and community centre locations. See right for locations and times.
Bookings can be made through our friendly Staff, Eventbrite OR by calling us on: 8256 0333.
DETAILS: Tuesdays 9.30am - 3pm
Stretton Centre Library
Thursdays 1 - 3pm
Elizabeth Rise Community Centre
Shop 7/26 Hamblynn Road, Elizabeth Downs. Fridays 9.30am - 3pm
Civic Centre Library
Stream thousands of movies, documentaries and tv shows for FREE from your computer or smart device.
STEP 1
Go to Website & Login.
Go online to: playford.kanopy.com
STEP 2
Add Library Card details.
Click ‘Add Library Card’ and then ‘Log in to Playford’.
A pop-up screen will appear and you will need to add your Library Card Number (starting with X0 or D0)
Then add in your four-digit library PIN Number.
STEP 3
Add your name and email address.
Add in your first and last name along with your email and and a new password for Kanopy.
STEP 4
Download the App and enjoy!
OR
Click ‘Sign up’.
You will receive an email to verify your account in your inbox.
Get the popcorn ready and enjoy watching!
eBooks and eAudiobooks
STEP 1
Download & Login
Smart Phone:
Install BorrowBox app on your devices. Select your library ‘Playford Library Service’ and enter your library ID/ barcode and password/PIN. Computer:
From your library catalogue website log in to BorrowBox with your library ID/ barcode and password/PIN.
STEP 2
Search
Your online library full of Audiobooks and eBooks- accessible 24 hours, 7 days a week to Playford Library members.
STEP 3
Borrow and Download
STEP 4
Read, listen and enjoy!
Search, browse and discover our great collection 24/7, by title, author or category, read extracts, listen to excerpts and more.
Confirm your choice and download the complete eBook, eAudiobook or eMagazines instantly or reserve the title for later. If you reserve a book we will email you when it’s ready to download.
Enjoy reading bestselling eBooks and listening to the most popular eAudiobooks from your favourite authors everywhere you go.
We’re always adding new titles, so visit often. Don’t forget to let us know what titles you’d like to see on the App so you can make the most of your library membership.
Libby is the easiest way to get started with digital books and audiobooks from your public library service.
Download the App
Download the Libby app from the app store on your Android, iOS (iPhone/iPad/ iPad touch), or Windows 10 device.
2
Search the collection STEP 1
Add your library card
Open Libby, follow the prompts to find your library
Australia Public Library Service’ and sign–in with a valid library card.
Browse your library’s collection and borrow a title.
STEP 4
Borrowing
If you can’t get Libby on your device, you can try using the original Overdrive app.
For more help, visit help.overdrive.com
Borrowed titles appear on your shelf and download to the app automatically when you’re on Wi-Fi so you can read them when you are offline.
From your Shelf, you can:
• Tap open book, open audiobook, or open magazine to reading or listening.
• Tap Manage Loan to see options like Renew, Return, or send to Device. STEP 3
Grow your skills.
How to Access LinkedIn Learning Library Edition
Access via your Computer
Access LinkedIn Learning through the playford.sa.gov.au/library page. Go to Online Library and click the LinkedIn Learning: Online Training link. Type in your Library Card Number and PIN to login to your account.
Access via the LinkedIn Learning App for smartphones and tablets.
Download the LinkedIn Learning App from the App Store (Apple iOS) or Google Play (Android).
Some of the free tutorials available on LinkedIn Learning:
• Audio + Video
• Web
• Design
When you open the app for the first time, you will be prompted for a library ID. Enter sapln You will then be prompted to enter your Library Card Number and PIN. You’ll then have access to expert-led courses in Business, Technology and Creativity.
• Photography
• 3D Modelling/ Printing
• Animation
• Excel Spreadsheets
• Developer
• Video
• and much more.
Borrowing
Joining the Library is free and gives you access to borrow from all public libraries in the Libraries SA network.
Please make sure your mobile phone number and email address are up to date to receive SMS/ email reminder before your items are due.
We now have automatic renewals in the library service. Your item will be automatically renewed, if no one else has requested the item and your card is clear of any fees and fines.
Don’t forget to check out the Libraries SA App to search the catalogue and request items.The Libraries SA App is available through the App Store (iOS Apple) or Google Play (Android).
Justice of the Peace
The JP Service is a drop-in service with volunteer JP staff. We recommend you contact the library on the day to ensure availability. Please ensure you bring Photo ID as it must be sighted by the JP as per SA’s Oath Act (1936).
Civic Centre Library
10 Playford Boulevard, Elizabeth
Tuesdays 9 - 11am
Wednesdays 10am - 12pm
Fridays 9am - 12.30pm & 1 - 4.45pm
Saturdays 10am - 12pm*
Stretton Centre Library
307 Peachey Road, Munno Para
Mondays 10am - 12pm
Wednesdays 9am - 12.30pm & 1 - 4.45pm
Thursdays 5.15 - 6.45pm
Saturdays 10am - 12pm*
* Can do Advance Care directives
Printing and Scanning
The Playford Library Services have printing, photocopying and scanning available, costs are as follows:
A4 Paper - per page
Black and white printing or photocopying
20 cents
Colour printing or photocopying
60 cents
A3 Paper - per page
Black and white printing or photocopying
30 cents
Colour printing or photocopying
$1.20
Scanning - per page
Scanning document pages to USB or email is a free service.
Playford Library Service
Ph: 8256 0333
Email: library@playford.sa.gov.au
Playford Civic Centre Library Stretton Centre Library
10 Playford Boulevard, Elizabeth 307 Peachey Road, Munno Para
Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm
The Playford Libraries and services do not operate on Public Holidays.
Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm
Sunday CLOSED