CREATIONARY BOOKS

Re-purpose and reuse - turn old books into art!  

18th of August 6pm – 7pm
AS Library / Cove meeting Room

 
Tickets: $15AUD General  
Free to AB Library members 

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*Book in advance as places are limited 

Celebrate International Youth Day - foster collaboration through creative reuse, give books a second life!   
 
Jo Leigh from Reverse Garbage will introduce you to the innovative and inexpensive possibilities of sustainable reuse of materials. Re-purpose and reuse - turn old books into art! Jo will give you tips, tricks and ideas – we are giving you old books to create your own masterpiece.  
 

We will start off the workshop with an in-depth look at the waste crisis in Australia and how transition to a circular economy can lead to a sustainable future. This blend of discussion and play is a great way to enhance connections and kick start conversations about sustainable choices.   
 
Browse our vast library collection of DIY paper craft and art books for an inspiration and ideas.  Dig deeper to get information of a waste-free environment from our non-fiction section.  
 
Attendees on the night are welcome to enter their creation to the art competition and win a $50 voucher from local art shop    
Selected entries will be on display at AB Library

All enquiries: 
Natalie Kalinova
96857590 (9am-5pm Monday to Friday)
events@ablib.gov.au

Read more about International Youth Day  

  

The YOU in YOUth meets the US in sUStainability: an International Youth Day Event.

 

Azure Beach Public Library presents an International Youth Day Event. 

When: Join us on Tuesday August 12th 2025 after school.

What time: 3:45pm - 5pm.

Where: Find us in the Cove Meeting Room at Azure Beach Public Library!

Who: Are you aged 15-18 years old, and still in school? We'd love to invite you to an afternoon of crafting and sewing reflecting on the idea of sustainability and collaboration. 

Why: United Nations International Youth Day 2025 is focusing on the idea of Youth Empowerment for a Sustainable Future. Azure Beach Public Library believes that collaboration and collective impact are great skills to learn and develop in addressing issues like sustainability and that is why we are hosting a sewing workshop turning scrap fabrics into everyday useable items like library book bags! Hosted with recently graduated high school students, it's a great place to make new friends, work together on a creative problem-solving project and discuss ideas about sustainability, the environment, concepts like empowerment with people just a few steps ahead of you. 

How do I sign up? It's free to come along, and please register online to attend the workshop. 

What to expect: All materials and sewing machines will be provided during this workshop, and you will be taught how to use different sewing methods to make your own take-home project. 

Accessibility: There will be an AUSLAN interpreter present for the program, and printed instructions with diagrams and pictures available in multiple languages. For those that need a quieter room with dimmer lighting, there will be an additional space to work in.  

For more information about the event, please contact Azure Beach Public Library via email: events@azurebeachlibrary.com.au       or you can contact us via phone:  02 9000 0009 

Made by: Evie Winch / June 2025

Building a Sustainable Future - One Weave at a Time

 Artist Workshop - Weaving with Aly de Groot

Pinnick, A. (2009, November 6). My finished egg basket [Photograph]. Flickr. https://www.flickr.com/photos/spindexr/4079472981

Ever thought about weaving a basket but not sure where to start? 

Have some old clothes at home and not sure what to do with them? 

Or just looking for a relaxing activity where you can meet new friends? 

Join aware-winning fibre artist Aly de Groot at Azure Beach Public Library this International Youth Day for a hands-on basket weaving workshop using recycled materials - and take your creation home with you!

                                                                           

                                                        About Aly de Groot

Aly de Groot is an Australian contemporary fibre artist who has been learning, practicing, and teaching contemporary basket-making processes for over 20 years. In this 90-minute workshop, Aly will demonstrate basket weaving using waste materials such as bailing twine, recycled fishing nets and ropes, and repurposed clothing. Each participant will have the opportunity to weave a small basket to take home!

Groot, A. D. (n.d.). About [Photograph]. alydegroot.com.au

Event Details

🗓Day and time: Tuesday, 12 August 2025 3:00 - 4:30 PM AEST

📍Location: Azure Beach Public Library, Cove Meeting Room

👥Target audience: 15 - 24 yrs old who are passionate about environmental issues.

💰Cost: FREE, but spaces are limited!

🎟Booking website: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/traditional-basket-weaving-workshop-tickets-1257764741199.

 

All materials and equipment will be supplied at the event.

If you require further information, please contact Vivian Liang (Library Technician) at (02) 8900 0200 or email vivian.liang@azurebeach.nsw.gov.au.

More info about Aly de Groot: https://alydegroot.com.au/

More info about the International Youth Day: https://www.un.org/en/observances/youth-day

Wenhui (Vivian) LIANG