Languages without Borders: A Human Library Event

On Saturday, 20 February 2021, Pearl Cove Library will be hosting its monthly Human Libraries event to coincide with UNESCO's International Mother Language Day.

United Nations. (2020). International Mother Language Day [poster]. UNESCO. https://www.un.org/en/observances/mother-language-day

International Mother Language Day celebrates the diversity of all languages used by peoples of the world. It seeks to preserve and protect linguistic diversity, and promote unity and understanding through multiculturalism and multilingualism.

As part of our Human Libraries Event, come down to Pearl Cove Library and share a 20 minute conversation with one of our eight "Living Books" and learn more about growing up and living in a multilingual household and being part of a multicultural community.

Our Books, chosen from Pearl Cove's own diverse community, will open up on their struggles and achievements faced while being part of Australian society and their approach to maintaining ties to their cultural backgrounds.

Links to further information

UNESCO International Mother Language Day: https://www.un.org/en/observances/mother-language-day
Human Library Australia: https://www.humanlibraryaus.org/

Event Details

Date: Saturday, 20 February 2021
Time: 1pm - 4pm
Location: The Courtyard at Pearl Cove Library
Cost: Free
Bookings: Book online through Eventbrite, or in person with our friendly Library Staff.

Contact Details

Pearl Cove Library
42 Langton Road,
Pearl Cove 2456
(02) 9876 1200 or events@pearlcovelibrary.nsw.gov.au

Climate Change...You can make a difference!

                        

A human Living library event comes to Pearl Cove to commemorate World environment day.

"Why borrow a book when you can borrow a celebrity?" 

Come and have an up-close and in-depth chat with some of the best known Climate Change voices in Australia. Instead of a book, why not borrow your very own celebrity? Come and ask questions of your favourites from television and radio, including karl kruszelnicki, Craig Reucassel and other familiar faces.

Image courtesy of Marcus Spiske on 'UnSplash', 2020. 

Venue : Pearl Cove library

Date : 4th June, 2020

Time : 2 p.m to 5 p.m  

Bookings essential as limited places available. Go to Eventbrite to save your spot. 

or Contact the library on 975439290 or by e-mail .

$10 cover charge for all talks and afternoon tea, which will be provided by 'Oysters and Pearls'. All ages welcome.

For more information on the human living library experience, go to : 

Human Library Australia 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    by Toby Child.                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

Pearl Cove Malaria Month living library event: A Day of Discussion: (Thomas Rudkin)

A Day of Discussion

Pearl Cove Malaria Month

Saturday 25th April 2019 - 1:00pm-4:00pm

Pearl Cove Library - 47 Cricket Road, Pearl Cove, 2068

Booking available on library website

Further information on World Malaria Day 2019 can be found at the World Health Organisation website: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-malaria-day/world-malaria-day-2019

Annually, hundreds of thousands of people lose their lives to malaria, a number that has not improved in recent years. Coinciding with World Malaria Day, a day in dedication to the efforts made to stop this disease once and for all, Pearl Cove Library will be hosting a human living library event in order to raise awareness to the extent of this disease and the continued attempts to stop it.

Where and when do I go?

We'll all be in the café attached to the library building. The event will begin at 1pm on the 25th April, World Malaria Day and run until 4pm.

How do I book?

We have a page dedicated to the event on the Pearl Cove Library website. A link to book your place is at the bottom of said page. Simply click the link and fill in the requested details to proceed! To reach our library website, just click the following link:

https://www.PearlCoveCouncil.com/library/upcoming-events/Pearl-Cove-Malaria-Month/Day-of-Discussion

If you have any questions or need any help, don't hesitate to call us on (02) 9365 2361, or e-mail us at  pearlcovelibraryeventinquiries@gmail.com.

What can I expect?

We're trying to create an atmosphere of casual and informal discussion. Our current plan is to have us all sit at the café with some snacks and a good drink while our specially ordered "books" (our guest speakers) share their stories. This may take the shape of a personal conversation or a speech to the whole café. This will continue for two and a half hours, with two 15-minute breaks throughout the course of the afternoon. We hope that you'll leave with an increased understanding of the perils of malaria and a willingness to engage in further discussions with the community in the future. If you feel we succeeded or failed with these aims, then feel free to let us know! You'll be given the opportunity to give your feedback at the end of the event.

Who are the speakers?

Dr. Joseph Kennedy, specialist in pathogens

David Zavimbe, survivor of malaria

Alexandria Binks, family member of a malaria sufferer

Dr. Nicole Smith, pathologist and humanitarian worker

We hope to see you there!

Tell your friends and share on social media. The more readers, the better!

Authorised by Thomas Rudkin of Pearl Cove Library.

Human Library x PCL - Life Goes On: the Life-Changing Magic of Organ Donation

When: Saturday 20th July, 2019

Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Where: Pearl Cove Library Courtyard,
               11 Dolphin St.
               Pearl Cove 1111

How much: Free!

Book: https://eventbrite.com.au/lifegoeson


Have you ever wondered...

Who can become an organ donor?

Who does organ donation benefit?

Is organ donation against my religion?

Learn the answers to these questions and more at the 'Life Goes On: the Life-Changing Magic of Organ Donation' Human Library event. 

The life-changing magic of organ donation
Currently, more than 1400 Australians are wait-listed for an organ transplant. Organ donation transforms the lives of both recipients and their families, yet myths and misinformation abound. 
Challenge your preconceptions and learn how organ donation changes lives, who can donate, donation and religion, and so much more.

The Human Library - where the books are human beings

The Human Library's motto is "Unjudge someone". Since 2000, the Human Library has hosted events around the world where people can come together to share their knowledge and experiences in a safe space. Attendees can borrow human "books" and hear their stories, expanding their worldview and challenging stereotypes. 
At the Human Library, the taboo is the norm and all cards are on the table.

Meet the Books
Lachlan Ross: Indigenous community leader, activist for improved care and access to transplants for Aboriginal patients, and organ transplant recipient.
Mohammad Farran: 15-year-old Mohammad received a heart transplant at age 10, and was an ambassador for the 2016 Australian Transplant Games.
Jessica Southers: Received a cornea transplant at 19 that restored her sight, and is now herself a registered donor.
Mary Chan: Chinese-Australian kidney transplant recipient.
Jane Doe: Jane's son, a registered organ and tissue donor, passed away at age 21, saving many lives through his gift of donation.
Dr Paul Lawton: Kidney specialist at the Menzies School of Health Research, who has spent most of his career working in clinics in Indigenous communities.
John Smith: Counsellor at the National DonateLife Family Support Service, providing support for donor families before, during and after the donation process.


Join us on Saturday 20th July for an afternoon of thoughtful conversation and learning new perspectives. Talk to experts and those in our community whose lives have been touched by a gift of organ donation.


Bookings essential! To book, visit https://eventbrite.com.au/lifegoeson

For more event details, contact Janice Smith on 9899 1111 or email janice.smith@pcl.gov.au

To learn more about the Human Library, visit https://humanlibrary.org
For more information on organ and tissue donation, visit https://donatelife.gov.au

October is Mental Health Month

Pearl Cove's

Human Library of Mental Health

"Freedom is a State of Mind" MENKAURE 

Event Details

When: Friday 9th October 2020

Where: Pearl Room (adjacent to Pearl Cove Library)

Time: 2-6 pm

Ages: 14+ years old 

Cost: Free!

Bookings: via Eventbrite

What is a Human library?

Human Libraries are a safe and inclusive space for face-to-face dialogue that allows the readers to learn about other people and their lives in an open and respectful manner.  (more info)

What is this event?

Pearl Cove library has invited a number of human books from our community to come into our library and share their experiences with interested readers.

Books can be borrowed for up to 25 minutes for discussions about mental health, and issues stemming from it. Books may not leave the library grounds and are free to refuse to answer any questions or terminate the borrowing period early. Books must be returned in the same condition.

Some discussions may make mention of deceased persons.

Meet the Books

Helen Hywater - A young indigenous woman who has battled with depression and anxiety since her early teens

Arty Fischel - Local high school councilor

Bennie Factor - Liaison from mental health organisation HeadSpace

Dr Dinah Mite - Psychologist working in the Black Dog Institute

Chester Minit - Young man who has OCD and ADHD

Horace Cope -  He grew up with a father battling depression

Robyn Banks - High school student with depression.

Find out more about The Human Library
Find out more about HeadSpace
Find out more about the Black Dog Institute

Contact the library for more info about this event
0461 568 577
02 61 568 577
libraryinquiries@pearlcove.gov.au

Elliot Quinn

#See the able not the label

Human library Event

Come and celebrate the international day of people with a disability at Pearl Cove Library for our Human Library event! 

Become a 'Reader' and borrow our 'living books' from our special catalogue of the day

"Our event aims is to reduce stereotypes and prejudices people might have towards people or groups of people with a disability and promote respect and acceptance of our differences as humans to unite our community"

What is a living book? 

A living book is a local resident that is willing to share their lives experiences with readers who borrow them. Our library staff  will help you find the book your are most interested in and introduce them. 'Readers' are encourage to have a conversation with our 'Books' and ask questions they have always wanted to know and normally do not have the opportunity to do so.

Event details

When: Tuesday 3^rd December 2019

Time: 12.00 pm – 15.00 pm

Where: Cove Meeting Room, Pearl Cove Library

Cost: Free!

Bookings are essential: Please book via Eventbrite

Contact: Pearl Cove Library on (02) 9095 2121 for enquiries, accessibility requirements or in case of an emergency. 

Service available: Interpreter services for attendees who`s English is not their first language. 

Tea and coffee will be provided to enjoy your reading time!

Meet our living books!

• Maureen: An indigenous Australian with visual impairment person
• Xavier: A person with Down Syndrome
• Barbara: A person with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Tom: A carer of a person with a disability

For more information about: 

Human Library Australia: https://www.humanlibraryaus.org/about

International day of people with a disability: https://www.idpwd.com.au/

Image credits: 

https://www.woundedwarrior.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/868405/air-force-trials-take-to-the-track/

By Camila Barra, June 2019

Open Books - Every Day Experts Sharing Real Knowledge

A Human Living Library Event:

Sign up as a ‘Reader’ to borrow a living 'Book' from a catalogue of four Pearl Cove older Australians that are ready to exchange stories and knowledge. It’s time to turn a new page and pick up new skills, to see that possibilities are endless despite age or ability. 
A variety of local community groups will be on offer, including a selection of CWA award winning biscuits.

Come and connect with your community!

FREE EVENT 

When: Saturday 23^rd February 2020

Time: 12.00 pm – 3.00 pm, afternoon tea included
Where: Pearl Cove Library, Room 1 
Bookings: Click here to book with Eventbrite

Getting there: Transport Options

Access: Pearl Cove library strives to assist everyone including people with specific needs. Please contact our library staff ahead of your visit if you have any support requirements.

Contact: Pearl Cove Library (02) 9999 9999 

Meet your Books:

Human Library Catalogue 
For the full program click here  

In partnership with NSW Seniors Festival. 

To see more events click on their website:

https://www.seniorsfestival.nsw.gov.au/

#openbooks

Image credits: 

Louella Pleffer

JAM Project

Joe Tymczyszyn

Marie Baronnet 

Milingimbi Art and Culture Aboriginal Corporation

By Louella Pleffer, June 2019