Libraries
*** Northam and Wundowie Libraries close at 2 p.m. on Tuesday 24th December 2024 and re-open at 9a.m. on Thursday 2nd January 2025.***
As the year comes to a close, may your life be filled with laughter and joy, and we look forward to seeing you in 2025.
Residents and visitors will find two libraries, located in the towns of Northam and Wundowie.
The Northam Library was designed by Iwan Iwanoff, and opened in April 1971. It is a renowned example of modern architecture.
The Wundowie Library was opened in August 1971, in a more modest building.
Both libraries offer photocopying, printing, and a place to sit and relax. Wi-fi is available, and library members can use our public library computers. Joining is easy with some current ID that shows your address.
Members can borrow up to 8 items at a time (books, audio books, DVDs, puzzles, games, magazines and bunting), for 3 weeks, and take 2 packets of seeds at each visit.
Browse our catalogue by clicking HERE.
Library members can log in to renew or request items. This can be done by the "Forgot my password" reset, or calling into either library during opening hours.
We also have a Housebound Delivery service for patrons who meet our criteria - please ask at the desk for more details.
Recycling stations are available at the Northam Library for some common household items - find out more by clicking HERE.
eResources:
Your library card also gives you access to eResources. Use your library card number to log into the below resources.
Borrowbox Libby Kanopy Hoopla
Library members can access Ancestry.com through our public use computers.
If you need help with downloading or logging into these apps, please speak to our friendly staff. We request you book a time to come in, so a library officer will be available to help you, or you can drop in on a Friday afternoon at 1 p.m. for our Tech help session.
StoryBox Library Libby for Kids Kanopy for Kids Busy Things LibraryCraft LOTE4Kids
Library activities for adults or all ages:
Crafty Connect - 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month 2 - 4 p.m.
Like to craft and have no time for it at home? Bring your latest project to the library, and work alongside other crafters. We can supply old books that are begging to be made into beautiful works of art, if you have no project to bring along.
Book Club - 2nd Thursday of the month 2 - 3 p.m.
Adults who love to chat about the latest book they read will enjoy these monthly sessions. To encourage reading new authors and styles, we have a monthly theme of authors who were born in that month. We have a selection of books ready, for easy borrowing, or you can bring along your own book.
Scrabble - 4th Thursday of the month 2 - 3 p.m.
Do you love to play scrabble? We welcome players of all levels to our friendly monthly game. As well as original scrabble, we have a collaborative version, making this a great way to learn how to play the game. Playing scrabble is a fun way to meet other people, and helps your brain too.
Tech Help - Thursday 2 - 3 p.m.
Friday 1 - 2 p.m.
Build the skills and confidence you need to use computers, tablets and smart phones,. Our volunteer will help you apply online for documents such as passport renewal and visas, show you basic computing skills and help you work out how to use your phone.
Wundowie Connect - every Thursday 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Join us at Wundowie Library for a cuppa and a chat. Meet other people who live in the area, and make new friends. Opportunity to do a communal activity like puzzles or games as well.
As well as our regular get togethers, we also have special events during the year.
Keep an eye on our Facebook group or check the noticeboard at the Northam Library for more details.
If you are interested in any other activities, please chat to a library officer. We might be able to run a session, and there are also other groups using our library as a meeting base.
Activities for littlies and you
Rhyme Time (0 - 2 years) Wed 9:30 a.m. at Northam.
Activity Time (2 - 3 years) Wed 10:30 a.m. at Northam
Story Time (3 - 5 years) Northam: Mon & Fri 10:30 a.m., Wundowie: Thurs 10:30 a.m.
School holiday activities at Northam Library:
Create with Lego Thursday 9th January 4:30 p.m.
4 years +
Dinosaur Dig Tuesday 14th January 10 a.m. at Northam Library
Thursday 23rd January 10 a.m. at Wundowie Library
4 years +
Cardboard Construction Thursday 16th January 10 a.m. at Wundowie Library
Tuesday 28th January 10 a.m. at Northam Library
4 years +
Yarning Time Tuesday 21st January 10 a.m. at Northam Library
For information on any of these programs, please contact the library on 08 9621 1600, [email protected] or check our Northam Libraries FaceBook group for the latest information.
You can see our events at Shire of Northam Facebook page.
Contact Us
Northam
298 Fitzgerald St, Northam WA 6401
(08) 9621 1600
[email protected]
Opening hours
9am - 5pm Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri
*We open at 9:30 on the last Monday of each month.
9am - 7pm Thurs
9am - 12pm Sat
Wundowie
47 Boronia Crescent, Wundowie WA 6560
(08) 9573 6205
[email protected]
Opening hours
9am - 12:30pm, 1 pm - 5pm Tues, Thurs
9am - 12pm Sat