Joondalup Libraries mean different things to different people. The new Social Stories initiative will share the many ways members access, use and benefit from the services.
Chris is a long-term library member, first visiting Woodvale Library in 2005. She visits the libraries at least once a month, and frequents all four branches, although she does spend more time at Joondalup.
When she visits the library, Chris enjoys listening to eBooks while she knits. She loves the space available in each of the libraries to sit and just be. A comfy chair and a good story sound like the perfect combination!
A crime buff, Chris’ favourite genre is crime fiction, especially anything set in the United Kingdom. Some of her top authors include J D Kirk, Joy Ellis, Dervla McTiernan, Helen H Durrant, Chris Hammer, Candice Fox, Wilbur Smith, Jeffrey Archer and Michael Rowbotham. Chris hopes to come along and meet Michael Rowbotham and Chris Hammer when they visit the libraries in the coming weeks and months.
Chris has been a member of the Joondalup Library knitting club for nine years. “We meet on the fourth Saturday of the month and knit items for several charities while enjoying each other’s company. I was also a member of the Photography Club for two years, where I visited some new places and learned how to take great photos on my phone.”
Chris has also aquired a few new skills through Discovery Sessions and courses. “Some of the recent events I have attended include discovery sessions on dehydrating food and making bone broth. I have also enjoyed a few Meet the Author events and computer related sessions.”
“I enjoy many things about Joondalup Libraries, but the thing I appreciate the most is the helpful, friendly and supportive staff. I love the relaxed atmosphere at the libraries. It is a place where you can just sit and read, or knit, or whatever you enjoy, and listen to the kids having fun. It is very special,” she said.