Black Rock author, Danae Harwood, released two very different books in 2014:    The Writer’s Runway Vol. 1: 100 Strategies for the Aspiring Writer's Head, Heart and Soul - described as a source of balance and companionship for fellow writers …                 · factor: Hot Dot and Odd Spot Games for Cool Entertainment - t he author drew inspiration for this book from her nanna who used to play games on paper with Danae in the early years… http://www.danae-andrea.com     Hope you can get on the runway with us for an insightful, enlightening and creative experience - let the games begin! Gold Coin Entry RSVP: Thursday, 26th March 2015 Bookings Essential Email : mentonepubliclibrary@gmail.com Address : Rear Entrance to the C.A.B.  36 Florence Street, Mentone. VIC 3194

In Memorium: Legacy of a Wonderful President - Jean Critchley Mentone Public Library 85th Anniversary. Pictured Left to Right: Cr Rosemary West (City of Kingston Council), Tony Brooker (library president), Jean Critchley (Former library president), Janice Munt (Local Member of Parliament - Former Member for Mordialloc), Julia Reichstein (library Media and Events Officer), Cr Steve Staikos (Former Mayor - City of Kingston Council), Sue Blackford (library retired Secretary) Saturday, 8th May 2010 Mortality is a visitor I do not take very kindly to. It is not a fair businessman. Of its own free accord it will swipe your prized possessions; those people in your life whom you have come to love and depend upon. In exchange it leaves you with raw anguish, loss, confusion, anger, fear, insecurity and a relentless emptiness. On the 1st January 2015, mortality took away a friend of mine... she was a friend to all at Mentone Public Library. Mortality took Jean Critchley; long-term

  As new families have moved into Mentone over the last few decades, it has now become an oft-cried remark from visitors who happen upon our library, "I had no idea your library existed!" While it can be argued we are a humble fixture, we are by no means a new kid on the block.  Mentone Public Library formed in 1925 well before the conception and now vibrant City of Kingston Library and Information Service.  The City of Kingston has published the following online article chronicling Mentone Public Library over the years, as we embark upon our 90th anniversary as an independent community organisation completely staffed by volunteers.  Please click on the link below to read the article: http://localhistory.kingston.vic.gov.au/htm/article/606.htm Mentone Public Library will celebrate its 90th anniversary at 11am on Saturday, 30th May 2015. NB For all bookings and event enquiries,  please email: mentonepubliclibrary@gmail.com Gold coin entry to al

Left to Right: Joe Bosa, Jessi Hooper, George Ivanoff On Saturday 13 December I had the great pleasure of speaking at the Mentone Public Library as part of their An Author For All Seasons finale and Christmas Celebration. This was my fourth year on this speaking programme and I am very chuffed at being asked back. I do a lot of speaking gigs at libraries and schools, but most of these are targeted at specific age-groups. So speaking to a general audience is a little different for me. After four years, the Mentone Public Library has become a very comfortable space, and the volunteer staff always make me feel so very welcome. As a result, my approach to the talks here is much more off-the-cuff than those I’ve given at other venues. Rather than preparing too much, I simply jot down a list of things that I think might be good to talk about and then wing it… adapting to the audience as I go. So far, it seems to have worked well. At this latest session I

    Okay, so I know we’re at the beginning of March but better late than never right? At the Mentone Public Library we’ve been busy beavers.    This is the first chance we’ve had to let you all know of the exciting things happening for us in 2015.   Please scroll down for more info.     George Ivanoff We were lucky enough to have George Ivanoff – author of the famed “You Choose” series come and speak to us at the end of last year.   George will be sharing his thoughts on that event in an up-coming blog post.   Can’t wait! Page Turners Feeling Labour pains post Labour Day? Turn a new leaf by coming along to Page Turners - our monthly discussion group covering all things literary. This is more than a book club. It is an appreciation group for the written word and a chance to really delve into the fascinating topic of writing, authors and publishers. Page Turners runs on the second Wednesday of each month from 2-3pm. Our upcoming session will be 2pm, Wed