Celebrate Harmony Week - Wallsend Library

Celebrate Harmony Week 2025 with us!  
 
Join us to celebrate diversity, connection, and community at Wallsend Library. 

Event highlights include:

• 10am - We're launching a spectacular light installation to highlight the power of community through the timeless tradition of light displays. 
• 11am-12pm - Hear award-winning journalist and former foreign correspondent Melinda Ham talking about her book, The Lucky Ones. The book is a moving and meticulously researched collection of refugee stories. Book your tickets to this special Harmony Week author event.
• 1-2pm - Join us for a special Sharing Culture Storytime featuring Uncle Amos Simon from Muurrung Marai, alongside Indigenous health practitioner Sarah Corrigan from Rainbow Crow Cultural Collective. Experience the richness of Awabakal and Gathung culture through songs, stories, and puppetry in this interactive session designed for families and children of all ages! Everyone is welcome – come and be part of the story! No bookings required, just drop in.

Don’t miss this chance to celebrate community together!  

Explore our other cultural and bilingual programs on throughout the year:

• Wayapa Wuurk Family Friendly Program – Newcastle City Library 
• Wayapa Wuurk Baby Program – Wallsend Library
• Wayapa Wuurk Family Friendly Program – Wallsend Library
• Sharing Culture Storytime – Wallsend Library 
• Spanish Rock n Rhyme Storytime - Newcastle City Library
• Russian Rock n Rhyme Storytime - Wallsend Library