Sneak Peak Behind the Scenes (and Shelves) of Our 90th Anniversary Celebration Preparations...


Rome certainly was not built in a day...nor was it achieved by just one person. 
So it rings true for the enthusiastic, diverse and talented team hard at work and play in the build-up to our 90th anniversary celebrations.





Many emotions were circulating our humble library as a rehearsal and final meeting took place last weekend. Anticipation, jubilation, including some anguish as we paid tribute to those no longer with us to share in the occasion.




Reigning supreme though, was our unbridled enthusiasm at the chance to showcase our homegrown literary talent, commemorate how far Mentone Public Library has come and withstood, and put on a memorable celebration for our local community.

              






With only one week to go, the stage is just about set for one unforgettable celebration sure to deliver a whole lot of heart....now it's just a matter of bums in seats and away we go!








We look forward to celebrating our community's 
local history and literary treasures with you.  

WHEN: 11am-2pm, Saturday, 30th May 2015
VENUE: Mentone Public Library. Rear, 36 Florence Street, Mentone. 3194
BOOKINGS: mentonepubliclibrary@gmail.com

UPDATE - PLEASE NOTE: 
This Event Has Now Been Entirely Booked Out.
We Apologise for Any Inconvenience Caused.

Ample Space Available However for our Free Live Music Jam with the Mordialloc Ukulele Group in the Marquee Outside the Library Before, at Interval and After the Library's Celebrations. 


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