Seventeen privileged audience members agreed in unison;  the launch of Mentone Public Library's  third series of  "An Author for All Seasons"  was done in fine form  with the appearance of our first guest author for the year;  Dr. Patricia Bowmer . Inspiring, poised, earnest, warm and personable, Patricia invited us to take an adventure-filled walk with her through her life as Corporate Warrior, fitness instructor, intrepid traveller, mother, athlete, psychologist, life coach and finally, as author. And we were only too happy to travel that path with her. Patricia defined herself perfectly upon explaining that she has no single prescribed role, but rather many different titles to serve her one single mission in life; to help and inspire others to realise who they are and reach their full potential despite the obstacles that threaten to deter and dissuade them. Introducing us to her first work, Patricia's book  In Pursuit of Joy: Life Lessons...

March 2013 (Lending Rates for New Titles: 60 Cents for Three Weeks)

Mentone Public Library Guitar-Strumming President Tony   with Long-Serving Retired President Jean.  (Mentone Public Library  85th  Anniversary Open Day - Saturday, 8th May 2010) ********************************** Saturday, 16th March 2013 2012 was quite a successful year, with new memberships from within and outside Mentone. Many of whom came to us via the monthly author talks which have provided much entertainment to both the public and library members.  May the literary buzz continue into the new year! Cheers, Tony.

Mentone Public Library Proudly Presents -  Unweathered Words .... In the changing seasons the year shall bring, our community's literary talent shall take full swing! Autumn Leaves out of the Books of  Bayside Poetry Group: 11AM, SATURDAY, 4TH MAY 2013  Winter Words from the  Fellowship of Australian Writers - Bayside Branch + Mariam Issa 11AM, SATURDAY, 3RD AUGUST 2013  Spring into Wordplay with Mordialloc Writers Group  + Shirley Randles 11AM, SATURDAY, 7TH SEPTEMBER 2013 Entry to Each Session:  Gold Coin Donation Bookings Essential: mentonepubliclibrary@gmail.com Mentone Public Library...Where Print Becomes Personable

Write Away With BETH CREGAN MENTONE PUBLIC LIBRARY PROUDLY PRESENTS… STORY-TELLER AND FOUNDER OF THE EDUCATIONAL CREATIVE LITERACY PROGRAM “WRITE AWAY WITH ME” :  “ I am the Director of 'Write Away With Me' - an organisation dedicated to inspiring kids (and adults) to discover their inner storyteller and creative writer! ” http://www.writeawaywithme.com/ MENTONE PUBLIC LIBRARY  STORY-TELLING WORKSHOP DATES: 1-2pm, Wednesday: 27 th March, 24 th April, 29 th May 2013     Entry: Gold Coin Donation Seating is Limited to 20 Places Bookings Required: mentonepubliclibrary@gmail.com Mentone Public Library…Where Print Becomes Personable        

Bookmark me and think me over. Page Turners A Mentone Public Library Literature Discussion Group Initiative The library environment and books as we know it are rapidly changing. We would like to get together with you on a monthly basis and engage in friendly discussion about the changing face of literature. In fact, we want to discuss all things literary with you. We want to hear your views and literary loves. The Chapter Break-down: Entry is by Gold Coin Donation Tea, Coffee and Biscuits will be provided.   It will be a small group of five to ten people.          Discussion will last an hour. There is no homework unless you request homework!   Interested? Great! Contact: mentonepubliclibrary@gmail.com When: Second Wednesday of Each Month from 2-3pm.                     13 th February           8 th May   ...

Mentone Public Library ESTABLISHED 1925 INCORPORATED 2009 A Non-profit Organisation Address: Rear of the Community Assistance and Information Bureau, 36 Florence Street , Mentone. 3194 Mentone Public Library Presents: “An Author for All Seasons – Series Three” Where Print Becomes Personable All Talks Commence 11am on the Listed Saturday Entry is by Gold Coin Donation Bookings are Essential Due to Catering and the Cosy Nature of Our Space! Bookings and Enquiries mentonepubliclibrary@gmail.com AUTUMN: MARCH Dr. Patricia Bowmer (Author, Life Coach, Athlete) Saturday, 23rd March 2013 AUTUMN: APRIL Cheryl Threadgold (Author, Theatre Director) Saturday, 27th April 2013 AUTUMN: MAY Amanda Apthorpe (Published Author, School Teacher) Saturday, 25 th May 2013 WINTER: JUNE WINTER SPECIAL: “Hope ...