Welcome to Australia

 

                Welcome to Australia 

To celebrate Refugee Week, Pearl Cove Library is hosting an event that gives you a chance to engage in a chat one-on-one with a refugee about their experiences coming to Australia. 

We would love you to join us for this occasion.

Date: 22nd June 2021

Time: 11am - 1.30pm

Venue: The Pearl Room, Pearl Cove Library

Light refreshments available.

Please reserve your spot through Eventbrite.

We welcome the opportunity to learn more about our four speakers or "human books" who represent the Refugee community and have volunteered to participate in this Human Library event. We encourage you to join us, meet our human books and engage in a respectful and interesting conversation.

Our human books are:

Peter Bol                      Australian Olympian.

Behrouz Boochani       Author, journalist, film-maker.

Lowitja O'Donoghue    Advocate for indigenous rights,    

                                    Member of Order of  Australia, 

                                     Australian of the Year, and  

                                     Australian National Treasure.

Samah Shda                International advocate for refugee rights, 

                                     Public speaker for Refugee Council.

The Human Library started in Denmark in 2000, and is based on the concept that everyone has a story to tell and can be a “human book”. 

The intent is for people to loan out a “human book” as you would in a library and have a respectful conversation. 

The aim behind the Human Library concept is to reduce prejudice, judgement, improve knowledge and empathy through conversation.

Please contact Pearl Cove Library with any further enquiries or booking assistance.

contact@pearlcove.library.com

ph: 2345 6789

Photo credit: Lukens, A. 2019. Strategy Movement Core Team. Wikimedia Commons.

Image credit: Human Library. 2021. 

Catherine. M. Baird 

Diploma student - Library and Information Services 

Your Mob, Our Mob

 

F  O  R   N  A  I  D  O  C   W  E  E  K

Imagine the resources we have available in our community!  
Not from books but from people!! 

This coming July, during NAIDOC Week, Pearl Cove Library will be holding it's first Human Living Library Event.

Instead of borrowing a book, come and spend some time with our 'living libraries'. 

This is a unique opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge of the experiences and knowledge of members of our indigenous community.

We are pleased to announce our 'living books' will be:
> Dharawal elder Lorraine Brown, an artist at Coomaditichie United Aboriginal Corporation

> Yuin elder and historian Noel Butler, 
> Adelaide Wenberg, who was a member of the Stolen Generation, and
> Aboriginal elder Uncle Willie Dixon, who was also a member of the Stolen Generation.

2 to 5pm, Friday 17th July, 2020 (NAIDOC Week)
The Pearl Room, Pearl Cove Library
This event is FREE but space is limited
Book through Everbrite to secure your place
For more information, please call 5555 7777 or email nancy@pearlcovelibrary.org.au
A light afternoon tea will be served

https://www.naidoc.org.au/

https://www.humanlibraryaus.org/

Author: Lyndal Parker

Images: https://www.smhow.org.au and Joshua Ness on Unsplash

Your future: You Can Make It Work!

‘Faces of Our Workplaces’ 

       a Human Living Libraries Event @ Pearl Cove Library!

“Business people shaking hands in agreement.” By Rawpixel (CC Attribution Licence). Retrieved June 24, 2019 from https://www.rawpixel.com/image/414127/free-photo-image-collaboration-handshake-achievement

Thinking about your future? 

Choosing your HSC subjects? 

Seeking a career change, or simply a new perspective? 

Find the answers, focus and inspiration you need at our Pearl Cove Library event, ‘Faces of our Workplaces’. Part of the exciting and life-changing Human Living Libraries concept that has crossed the globe, four “Living Books” are here to share their diverse stories of both struggle and triumph in the world of work. Come join us in unique conversations that break down stereotypes to encourage empathy and connection with different points of view. For 15 minutes, ‘borrow’ a Living Book to ask questions, share stories, and be inspired. 

All welcome at this FREE August event, but spaces are limited so hurry and book now!

Register your place at this event – Book online HERE

Need more info on your future workplaces? Take the job outlook quiz!

https://joboutlook.gov.au/careerquiz.aspx

Curious? Learn more about Human Living Libraries!

http://humanlibrary.org/

https://www.humanlibraryaus.org/

Event Details

What - ‘Faces of Our Workplaces’ – a Human Living Libraries Event @ Pearl Cove Library!

When - Saturday 14^th August, 2019 - 11.30 am – 1.30 pm

Where - Pearl Room (next to Pearl Cove Library) 12 Pearl Street, Pearl Cove, SYDNEY

FREE! event (Bookings essential as spaces are limited). Book online HERE

For more information or assistance, please contact Pearl Cove Library :

In person: Open Mon-Fri 9am-9pm, Sat 10-3pm, Sun 12-5pm. Closed Public Holidays.

Email: info@pearlcovelibrary.gov.au

Phone: (02) 9765 4321

Website: www.pearlcovelibrary.gov.au

Facebook: Pearl Cove Libraries

Student: Angela Kellett

DEADLY READS

Indigenous Literacy Day 

Indigenous Literacy Day is a national celebration of Indigenous culture, stories, language and literacy. https://www.indigenousliteracyfoundation.org.au/


Come and support the Indigenous Literacy Foundation by donating a book for remote Indigenous communities and in exchange you can borrow a "human book" for 30 minutes. Bookings can be made at pearlcovelibrary/humanlibraries.com or by registering on the day.

The Human Living Library is a concept where book lovers of all ages can borrow a book (person) for a set amount of time and through conversation learn about that person's experiences. http://humanlibrary.org/

Human Books will include:

Anita Heiss Indigenous author and Indigenous Literacy Foundation ambassador https://www.anitaheiss.com/

Aboriginal Elder 
Aboriginal Traditional Singer
Aboriginal Painter/Artist 

Event Information
Indigenous Literacy Day
Where: Pearl Cove Library Pearl Room
Date: Saturday 8th September 2018
Time: 12pm -3pm




Further information contact Michelle Lyons on 9528 3324 or email mlyons@pearlcovelibrary.com.au

COMING SOON

 

May 3-4 2018

9:30am - 4:00pm Saturday and Sunday.

@ Pearl Cove Library

 

 

MEDICO MAYDAY

A LIVING LIBRARIES EXPERIENCE

 

A Pearl Cove Council Initiative

 

 

 

Pearl Cove Council is pleased to announce the commencement of a Living Libraries experience, where, in a ‘meeting of minds’ Pearl cove community members can link in with doctors, nurses, EMS, and other medical professionals, along with survivors of the above listed illnesses and syndromes and others, broadening community knowledge and empathy.

 
With recognition to the many acknowledged fundraising and awareness days in the month of May, Pearl Cove Council has endeavoured to gather together the best minds in the country to serve as Books, available to be "checked out" of the Human Living Library.
Discussions will touch on topics including:

• Women’s Health Week (inclusive of Women’s Check-up Day);
• Emergency Medical Services Week;
• Brain Tumour/Brain Cancer Awareness Month (inclusive of Go Grey Day);
• Red Cross Founder’s Day;
• International Nurses Day;
• Red Nose Day for Sudden Infant Death awareness and research;
• National Infertility Survival Day;
• Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Awareness Day;
• National Melanoma Day;
• National Fibromyalgia Day;
• Necrotizing Fasciitis  Awareness Day;
• Parkinson’s Day;
• Multiple Sclerosis Day;

Come along and speak to Books including Australia's first Indigenous Orthopaedic Surgeon, the NSW Paramedic of the Year, traditional Indigenous healers, Professors of Medicine from leading Universities, and community members living, and thriving, with conditions including Melanoma, Fibromyalgia, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease, and Infertility.

 

Timetable for book availability will be published on  the Pearl Cove Council Website on 20th April 2018

For details, call JeanMarie M on 0400 000 000 or contact Council via the online portal

 

 

Christmas around the World

CHRISTMAS AROUND 

THE WORLD

Image Source: https://blogs.coventry.ac.uk/uncovered/2015/12/21/christmas-around-the-world/

It is fast approaching that time of year again, a time where people, friends, family and strangers come together to celebrate, share stories and eat wonderful food! Christmas is here, and among the destinations on Santa's list is Pearl Cove Library. 

 Christmas around the world will feature guest speakers and living books from Aboriginal, Jamaican, Greek and Portuguese backgrounds to share how they celebrate Christmas in their own unique and sacred ways. There will be Christmas themed catering from many cultures around the world, children's jungle gym play-hire for the kids to enjoy, Christmas music and a Christmas movie played for everyone to enjoy.

All are welcome.

Saturday 22nd of December 2018

11:00am - 3:00pm

Pearl Cove Library Courtyard

Bookings Essential via Eventbrite

(Adults: $12 - Children, Pensioners: $8 - Disadvantaged: Free)

Catering will provide friendly options for Vegetarians, people with intolerance's and allergies. Food provided will have check-sheets explaining their contents and suitability for various consumers.

Many of the foods and ideas for this event could not be possible without the information provided from WhyChristmas.com For those interested in further information WhyChristmas? is an excellent source detailing Christmas celebrations all around the world in more cultures than we possibly have time to represent.

Shane Hammond

Every thorn has a rose – A living libraries event

https://unsplash.com/photos/ky5A_DQTSAA

Every thorn has a rose – A living libraries event 18+

Saturday 13/10/2018

10:00am – 3:00pm

Pearl Cove Library

Pear Cove Library will host a unique event, presenting a side of society which is coming more open and accepted. The body modification world will be explored with living library books who practice body modification coming in to chat to you and answer your questions.

There will be elderly, professional street performers, disabled and indigenous Australian living libraries attending, as well as piercing vendors and a selection of food trucks for those who are interested in learning a new world. One of our living libraries, the Lizard Man, can be found at http://www.thelizardman.com/ if interested in learning more about him before meeting him.

Booking is required for this event through https://www.eventbrite.com.au/ and I.D's will need to be presented at the door.

Amy Spiteri

NAIDOC Week 2018 - "From Little Things, Big Things Grow" - A Music Night with Kev Carmody

* This blog is used for training purposes only *

• Photo image: Kev Carmody (https://www.womadelaide.com.au/archives/2016/kev-carmody)

• Photo image: Kev Carmody - music performance (https://www.indiemusic.photos/kev-carmody-taronga-zoo/)

• For more information and booking/ticket, please contact Pearl Cove Library

• Early booking is essential

Linked Information:

http://www.kevcarmody.com.au/

Herman Djohan

NAIDOC Week 2018 - "Sweet Country" - A Movie Night with Warwick Thornton

* This blog is used for training purposes only *

• Photo image: Warwick Thornton (https://saltypopcorn.com.au/darkside-review/)

• Photo image: Movie poster - 'Sweet Country' (https://www.margaretriver.com/event/cinema-cultural-centre-sweet-country/)

'Sweet Country' The Official Trailer

http://www.transmissionfilms.com.au/films/sweet-country

• For more information and booking/ticket, please contact Pearl Cove Library

• Early booking is essential

Herman Djohan

NAIDOC Week 2018 at Pearl Cove Library

Aboriginal dots painting photo by @alamy.com

Celebrating NAIDOC Week 2018 at Pearl Cove Library
(30 June 2018 - 06 July 2018)

On the 30 June 2018, We have been honoured to provide the biggest NAIDOC (NATIONAL ABORIGINES & ISLANDERS DAY OBSERVANCE COMMITTEE) week 2018 celebration in NSW. The celebration is part of The Australian Living History and Education Program. 


Come and join us in the exciting events:

• The Opening Ceremony (including the Aboriginal dance performance) on 30 June 2018

• NAIDOC Exhibitions (Art, Craft and Weaponry), including our Human Library Programs

• Fun and Art activity for Children and Family

• The guest author of Children book “Shake a Leg.” by  Boory Monty Pryor

• The guest speakers: 
- An award-winning movie director Warwick Thornton, 
- Descendant of Windradyine - A warrior who saved his people from genocide
Donavan Dyirribang, 
- An award-winning musician Kev Carmody


For more information about NAIDOC Week 2018 and the programs,
please contact us at Pearl Cove Library.

Linked information:
http://www.naidoc.org.au/


Herman Djohan

Humans of Pearl Cove Library

Humans of Pearl Cove Library

World Refugee Day 2018

Wednesday 20 June 2018, 6pm

Pearl Cove Library, main area

Come and celebrate Pearl Cove’s diversity by “loaning” our living books! Based on the ground-breaking "Human Living Libraries" concept, "Humans of Pearl Cove Library" will be an eye-opening and unforgettable experience for all. Five volunteer "books" with five very different stories to tell will explore what it means to be a refugee. The event is hosted by Pearl Cove Council in collaboration with Pearl Cove Library, Pearl Cove Social Justice Group, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Committee. You will make new friends, learn about different cultures, and have a few snacks too. Kosher, vegetarian, and halal options are provided.
The event is free. Register at Pearl Cove Library by 1 June 2018. For more information about the "Human Living Library" initiative please visit humanlibrary.org 

Veronica Fitzpatrick

Our History, Our Story, Our Future

Pearl Cove: Our History, Our Story, Our Future

Image: http://jennibe.com/australian-indigenous-flag/

Reconciliation week

Human Living Library event

24 May 2018

Reconciliation events are held all over Australia this week and we are very excited to have our own Pearl Cove event registered to acknowledge the traditional custodians of this beautiful land, and raise awareness of Pearl Coves’ indigenous story

See more information about Reconciliation week and a list of events here:

http://www.reconciliation.org.au/nrw/events/

This is not your usual library event!  

With your library card, you will be able to borrow a piece of Pearl Cove history and hear a story we guarantee you have never heard before

As part of a world-wide movement, Pearl Cove library is taking part in our very own Human Living library, where instead of borrowing a book, you can borrow a Pearl Cove local for a special reconciliation week conversation. See more information about Human living library concept: http://humanlibrary.org/

Join us in the Pearl Room, at Pearl Cove Library for this free event

Thursday 24 May 2018

 Two sessions are available - 10am or 2pm

Light refreshments will be provided

              BOOK NOW! Eventbrite.Pearlcovelibrary/reconciliation week.com.au

Event organiser Kate Abraham  Abraham.klc@NPCL.com.au

War and Sacrifice - Anzac day 2018

War and Sacrifice
Photographic exhibition and Human Living Library
Date: Friday 20^th April
Time: 7pm
Venue: Pearl Room, Pearl Cove Library

For April and the lead-up to Anzac Day  2018, Pearl Bay Library explores the themes of War and Sacrifice. Using the concept of the Human Living Library as well as exhibitions and talks, we will present a multi-faceted look at the lives of those who have been caught up in, given everything to win, and tried to prevent conflict. The Human Library™ is designed to build a positive framework for conversations that can challenge stereotypes and prejudices through dialogue. The Human Library is a place where real people are on loan to readers. A place where difficult questions are expected, appreciated and answered.
(Photo credit: State Library of Victoria on Flickr)