Mitcham Library

A quick heads up, the Mitcham Memorial Library will be closed next Monday, June 8, for the King's Birthday public holiday.

Thanks for your understanding!

It's Fave Book Friday and this week, Catherine is reviewing 'The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny' by Kiran Desai:

"I loved this beautifully written, sprawling novel that blends family saga, love story, and coming-of-age narrative. It follows Sonia and Sunny, two Indians separately trying to make their way in America, while weaving in the lives of their family members, friends, and lovers. Loneliness appears in many forms throughout the story, but I was particularly struck by how well Desai captures the feeling of being an outsider in a foreign country and the struggle to find a sense of belonging even when returning home."

Place it on hold → https://bit.ly/4wbAkUe

We're joining millions of children, families, libraries, schools and early learning centres across Australia for National Simultaneous Storytime today.

Tune in to the live stream at 11:30am and enjoy Luna Roo the Kangaroo Baller by Adam Jackson and Adrian Lloyd, illustrated by Jake Minton. This fun-filled story celebrates courage, teamwork and finding your confidence.

We've also been celebrating National Simultaneous Storytime throughout the week at Storytime, sharing this story with our young readers.

NSS 2026 EVENT - Luna Roo: The Kangaroo Baller Join Niav Owens and the creators of Luna Roo: The Kangaroo Baller f...

For Fave Book Friday this week, Sallie is reviewing 'Big Veg Energy' by Christina Soteriou:

"The recipes in this book look so delicious! This is a plant-based recipe cookbook, with nutritious, tasty, hearty meals and tempting desserts. I am looking forward to trying the recipe for One pot Miso Mushroom Pasta Bake - Yum!".

Place it on hold → https://bit.ly/4waXPwW

It's Fave Book Friday and Doris is reviewing 'Healthy High Protein' by Dr Rupy Aujla.

"Protein may be the latest buzzword, but Dr Rupy Aujla shows that understanding and using it well is about far more than trends - it's about building a foundation of lifelong health through simple, joyful cooking. Whether you’re looking to boost your energy, support your gut, maintain strength, or simply cook more nourishing meals at home, I highly recommend this book!".

Place it on hold → https://bit.ly/4cgla7l

Looking for a fun and meaningful way to support your child’s early learning? Our literacy kits, available to borrow from our Toy Library, combine play and imagination. Each kit includes a beautifully illustrated book, an accompanying audio CD and engaging puppets to help bring stories to life.

Explore our Toy Library for a wide range of items to support anyone caring for children, from puzzles and games to costumes, sports equipment and more.

Find out more → https://bit.ly/3TTTNYb

Looking for somewhere warm to spend your Saturday and Sunday? We've got study spots, comfy seats and spaces to escape the chill waiting for you.

Doors from 10am to 4pm at the Mitcham Memorial Library on Saturday and from 2pm to 5pm on Sunday.

For Fave Book Friday this week Nicole is reviewing 'Project Hail Mary' by Andy Weir.

"I gave in to the hype and read 'Project Hail Mary', and its popular for a good reason! Rydland Grace wakes up in a strange area with tubes in all sorts of places, with no memory of who he is or why he's
there. You get to follow along as he explores his world and starts to remember how he got here. Its a really good way to introduce the sci-fi world he's in without overwhelming you (the reader!) with information. Its got a really nice and hopeful ending. 10/10 would cry again."

Place it on hold → https://bit.ly/4wbbfsL

For Fave Book Friday this week, Nicole is reviewing 'The importance of being miserable' by Eamon Evans.

"This was one of the funniest things I've read for quite a while - ironic for a book with such a sad sounding title. Eamon discusses what humans have found their purpose in life is (staying alive, for the most part), and how the recent relentless pursuit of happiness might actually be making us miserable. It's a witty and thought provoking book about what we decide the meaning of life is.".

Place it on hold → https://bit.ly/4cff1rV

Our much-loved children’s programs are back this week.

From Babytime for our youngest visitors, to Little Movers and Storytime for curious preschoolers, each session is designed to support early learning through songs, stories, movement and play.

Join us from this week and make the library part of your family’s weekly routine.
Find out more → https://bit.ly/4r7ehLh