An Ipad and 2 Kobo has arrived to the Library.

Contact Hoi to be one of the first few to playtest the gadgets at the Library

Follow these links to access to the free resources

Free ebooks

Internet Archive http://www.archive.org/

Project Gutenburg http://www.gutenberg.org/

Many Books  http://manybooks.net/

Free audiobooks

http://www.podiobooks.com/index.php

http://www.gutenberg.org/browse/categories/1

http://www.archive.org/details/audio

Please share with us your eBook experiences by leaving a comment at the Library blog.

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Disclaimer: The Town of Victoria Park is not responsible for the contents or reliability of the externally linked websites and does not necessarily endorse the views expressed within them. Listing shall not be taken as endorsement of any kind. We cannot guarantee that these links will work all of the time and we have no control over availability of the linked pages.

Now you can book a PC online

Click here!

Throughout May and June the Library is trialling the introduction of weekly Computer Classes with the aim of sharing basic computing hints and tips in a relaxed and comfortable environment.

Hoi, the Library’s e-Services Librarian will be available to give you tips to improve your computing skills whatever the need may be e.g. setting up an email account, searching online databases, formatting documents.

The classes will be held on Wednesday afternoons from 2.00pm to 4.00pm in the Library Meeting Room. You are welcome to drop in for as long as you like, even if for only five minutes to have a simple query answered.

Participants must have basic mouse and keyboard skills and be a current Library member.

The Library will be closed for minor renovations from Saturday 29 May 2010 up to and including Wednesday 2 June 2010.

While the Library is closed any loans that you would like to return can be taken to the Leisurelife Centre located immediately behind the Library at the corner of Glouscester and Kent Street - http://www.vicpark.ws/recreation_leisure/index.cfm?link=210.

We apologise for any inconvenience the closure may cause.

Thank you to everyone who completed the Library survey of members throughout the month of March. The winner of the $50 book voucher will be contacted shortly.

Throughout March some members told us they were experiencing problems when clicking to submit the online version of the survey. We apologise for any inconvenience.

If you were unable to submit the survey we would still love to hear your thoughts about the Library Service now, or any time. The Library can be contacted by:

post: 27 Sussex Street, East Victoria Park,6101
email: vicparklibrary@vicpark.wa.gov.au
phone: 9361 1977

Film:   Slumdog Millionaire.

Book: Q and A by Vikas Swarup

Film:   The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Book: Before Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald (the short story of Benjamin Button is in this book)

Film: The Reader

Book: The Reader by Bernhard Schlink

Film:  He’s just not that into you

Book: He’s just not that into you by Greg Behrendt

Film: Marley and Me

Book: Marley and Me by John Grogan

Film: Confessions of a Shopaholic

Book: Confessions of a Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella

Film: Twilight

Book:Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

Film: The Secret Life of Bees

Book:The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd

All books available at the Victoria Park Library

Thursday 1 April 9am – 8pm

Friday 2 April to Monday 5 April Closed

Tuesday 6 April 9am – 8pm

The Town of Victoria Park Library is conducting a survey of members to seek feedback about the Library and its services, as well as suggestions for possible improvements. All Library members are encouraged to take this opportunity to provide their opinion. Surveys can be completed by clicking on http://www.vicpark.ws/library/index.cfm?link=812

So have your say on the Town of Victoria Park Library and be in the running to win a $50 book voucher. The Survey closes 31 March 2010.

Children can use the internet for many reasons. These could include to:

- learn skills

- find assistance with school assignments

- gain knowledge

- keep in touch with friends

Knowing how to use the internet safely is essential to having a positive online experience. For parents and their children, knowing how to apply these skills in a library environment is just as important as it is in the home, school and internet café.

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) produced the Cybersmart guide for families, which is available free at the Library. The guide aims to provide practical advice and information on safe internet use.

Further information and specific advice are available online at:

www.cybersmartkids.com.au

www.netalert.gov.au