Book Week 2023

Past Event


We're celebrating books big time! Get ready for a week of fun at the William Grundt Memorial Library. From scavenger hunts and dress-up story time to special author visits, there's something for all ages.

 All events are free and you don't need to pre-register - just show up!


Activities:


🔍Scavenger Hunt - 21 August to 1 September

  • Date: 21 August to 1 September
  • Time: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | Sat 9am-12pm
  • Where: William Grundt Memorial Library
  • What to expect: Grab a list from the library, hunt down all the books, and win cool stuff....Think of it as a treasure hunt, but with books!

🦹‍♀️Dress-up Storytime - 25 August

  • Date: 25 August
  • Time: 10am
  • Where: William Grundt Memorial Library
  • What to expect: Dress as your favourite book character and listen to fun stories. We've got some yummy and healthy snacks too.

    📖Mystery Book: Surprise reads

    • Date: 21 August to 1 September
    • Time: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | Sat 9am-12pm
    • Where: William Grundt Memorial Library
    • What to expect: Over the next few weeks, pick up a book with a hidden cover and discover a surprise read. What could it be?

    🏆Explore shortlisted 'Books of the Year'

    • Date: 21 August to 1 September
    • Time: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm | Sat 9am-12pm
    • Where: William Grundt Memorial Library
    • What to expect: Explore the 36 fantastic books shortlisted for the CBCA Book of The Year. Check out the full list here.

    Event Details

    Time: Various

    Location William Grundt Memorial Library

    Cost: FREE

    Category: General

    Type: General

    Audience: All Ages

    Enquiries

    Organisation: City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder

    Position: Senior Officer Library Services

    Phone: (08) 9021 0932

    Event Date(s)

    • Monday, 21 August 2023  | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    • Tuesday, 22 August 2023  | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    • Wednesday, 23 August 2023  | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    • Thursday, 24 August 2023  | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    • Friday, 25 August 2023  | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    • Monday, 28 August 2023  | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    • Tuesday, 29 August 2023  | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    • Wednesday, 30 August 2023  | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    • Thursday, 31 August 2023  | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
    • Friday, 01 September 2023  | 9:00AM - 5:00PM

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