Friends of the Library, Mt Barker Inc.

17/11/2025

Welcome to all our new followers.

04/10/2025

CRIME MEETS COMEDY AT THE LIBRARY 📖

Hear award-winning comedian and best-selling author Benjamin Stevenson in conversation at the library on Tuesday 14 October at 6.30pm.

'Everyone In This Bank Is A Thief' the latest instalment in Benjamin's globally popular 'Ernest Cunningham' mystery series.

His novels have sold more than 1.5 million copies and have been nominated for nine Book of the Year awards.

Tickets cost $5 plus booking fee and include wine and cheese.

Learn more and book online at: https://mbcl-stevenson2025.eventbrite.com.au

Bring a friend and enjoy a great night out!

30/09/2025

29/09/2025

The shortlist for the Booker Prize 2025 has been announced, featuring a previous winner and three authors shortlisted for the first time

28/09/2025

HAVE YOU GOT TICKETS?

Don’t miss the special library hosted event at Wallis Cinemas Mt Barker on Thursday 2 October celebrating 25 years since Fiona McIntosh was first published.

Fiona is not only one of our favourite authors but also a crowd favourite. A captivating storyteller, she always leaves audiences thoroughly entertained.

Her latest historical drama, The Soldier’s Daughter, is set in France and Tasmania between the two World Wars. It’s a moving tale of family, bravery and legacy.

Tickets are selling fast so don’t miss this opportunity to toast Fiona’s milestone and hear from one of Australia’s most engaging authors.

Bookings are essential and can be purchased at: https://mbcl-mcintosh2025.eventbrite.com.au

24/09/2025

22/09/2025

Email [email protected] to request a paper membership form or scan the QR code in the library.

22/09/2025

What if your favorite book was doing more than entertaining you? Science shows that reading actually rewires your brain, strengthens memory, and helps you process emotions with greater depth.

Whether you’re diving into Shakespeare’s classics or Stephen King’s thrillers, every story leaves a mark that lingers beyond the final page. Curious how books can be the most powerful tool we have?

Read more here: https://magazine.1000libraries.com/what-really-happens-to-your-brain-when-you-read/

17/09/2025

13/09/2025

Do you know that simply reading can reduce stress?

The best thing to switch off and block out your thoughts.

10/09/2025

Meeting tonight, 7pm in the library, all welcome.

10/09/2025

Welcome to all our new followers, we hope to see you at tonight's meeting, 7pm in the library.