Launceston Library

Launceston and surrounding libraries are closed on Thursday 8 October for Launceston Show Day public holiday.

This includes Beaconsfield, Exeter, Deloraine, Westbury, Longford, Campbell Town, Ravenswood and Lilydale Libraries.

But don't worry, you can still access our digital resources 24/7 online at www.libraries.tas.gov.au

Whether you're looking for eBooks, eMagazines, online newspapers or other services, they're just a click away!

And our afterhours returns chutes are always open.

Regular opening hours resume from Friday 9 October. We can't wait to welcome you back in person, see you then!

Temporary closure Lilydale Library

Lilydale Library will be closed on Tuesday 13, Friday 16 and Saturday 17 October to prepare for the move to a new location on Main Road, Lilydale.

During this time, please retain your items and return them once the library has reopened. Holds will not be available for collection during this period.

The new Lilydale Library opens on Tuesday 20 October. It will offer extra space, better facilities and more ways for people of all ages to read, learn, meet and connect.

Mental Health Week starts tomorrow, running from 3–11 October.🪴

The theme for the week is 𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴. You might get a moment's peace from borrowing a book or taking time to take part in an activity at the library.

If you like to unwind at home, you may enjoy listening to an eAudiobook or flipping through an eMagazine. Browse the eLibrary collection here: libraries.tas.gov.au/elibrary

What does living your best life mean to you?

Nineteen Tasmanian artists with disability explore this universal question in the travelling exhibition 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘺 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦. The exhibition is proudly presented by Libraries Tasmania in partnership with the Disability Commissioner Tasmania.

Throughout the year 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘺 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦 has been to Devonport, Burnie, Queenstown and Launceston Libraries. Now in the south of the state, the exhibition will be at Huonville Library until 28 October and then Rosny Library until 29 November.

Artwork 1: Glow at the Horizon by Holy Denman
Artwork 2: Pieces of Myself by Lisa Rime
Artwork 3: Work in Progress aka Coat of Enby Colours by Quin Thomson

Mental Health Council of Tasmania Disability Commissioner Tasmania

Celebrate ageing during Seniors Month this October!

Pick up a COTA Seniors Month event guide or read it online and explore activities at Libraries Tasmania: https://cotatas.org.au/events-and-activities/seniors-month

👩🏻‍💻Tech Together
A 4-week digital skills program covering a range of topics, including MyGov, scam awareness, artificial intelligence and digital media literacy. In partnership COTA Tasmania.
Tuesdays 6, 13, 20 and 27 October, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Launceston Library
To book, call 6231 3265.

🚦Misunderstood Road Rules with RACT
Confused about road rules? You’re not the only one! This interactive one-hour session will cover the five most commonly misunderstood road rules, including correct use of indicators and how to safely navigate roundabouts.
• Wednesday 7 October 10:00 am at Launceston Library
• Wednesday 7 October 2:00 pm at Westbury Library
• Monday 19 October 11:00 am at Ravenswood Library
To book, call 6777 2446 or https://bit.ly/3VKmzhH

COTA (Council On The Ageing) Tasmania

A big thank to author Riley James and Petrarch's Bookshop for a great event yesterday evening - launch of 𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑊𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑘.

𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑊𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑘 is a gripping survivalist thriller about researchers marooned on a remote island in the Bass Strait while searching for the wreckage of a plane that disappeared under mysterious circumstances twenty years earlier.

Place a hold on 𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑊𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑘 here: https://bit.ly/4ABXTrO
And check out Riley's first novel 𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑐ℎ𝑖𝑙𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑔 set in Antarctica: https://bit.ly/4yRACAf

If you missed this book launch, don't worry as there are still tickets available for the launch of 𝐹𝑢𝑙𝑙 𝐶𝑖𝑟𝑐𝑙𝑒 by Chris Hammer. Book your free spot here: thttps://bit.ly/4dW6PhL

Be the first to know with an expanded digital range of popular newspapers and magazines, free with your Libraries Tasmania membership. 📰

Open ePress in the BorrowBox app for a seamless news-reading experience on your mobile device.

Read local news from 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘦𝘳𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘺, stay up to date with the 𝘈𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘯 𝘍𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸, 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘨𝘦 and 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘥𝘢𝘺 𝘗𝘢𝘱𝘦𝘳, and enjoy magazines including 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘭𝘺.

Visit the BorrowBox website or download the app on Apple or Google Play: https://librariestasmania.borrowbox.com/epress/all

An online membership gives you instant access to the eLibrary. Visit your local library to upgrade to a full membership.

Discover your library and become a member today.

It’s free. Join here: libraries.tas.gov.au/join

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Dr Aunty Patsy Cameron AO.

Aunty Patsy was a highly respected Tasmanian Aboriginal Elder, author, researcher and educator whose work has helped generations learn more about Aboriginal history, culture and Country.

Libraries Tasmania is privileged to hold her publications within our collections and to share her stories and knowledge with communities across the state.

We extend our deepest condolences to her family, loved ones and community.

The 2026 Young Archies Awards Exhibition is now on display at Launceston Library!
Drop in during library opening hours to see the prize-winning pieces. Now until 12 October.

The Spring school holiday program has dropped!

Get in quick and book your free tickets for these amazing activities at Launceston and Ravenswood Libraries:
• How to hologram with TMOS
• Craft an explosion gift box
• Make a no-soil bottle planter
• Popcorn and paint

For more information and to book: https://libraries.tas.gov.au/school-holiday-activities