Movie Blog

Win An iTunes Voucher ... It's as Easy as 1, 2, Click!

Posted on Monday, May 21, 2012 - 13:40 by ADMIN_MANDM

Be in the running for one of three iTunes vouchers, just by interacting with our website during May and June. Collect the most community credits and win. Earn a community credit by: Reviewing a book, movie, CD... any item Commenting on a blog post Creating a list Tagging an item with relevant tags Not a library member? Join here Not registered on the site? Log . . . more »

No One is Born Published

Posted on Thursday, May 10, 2012 - 16:13 by waywardangel

Ever since I was a child I have loved language, whether it's spoken or the written word. And people speaking languages other than English have always sounded like songs to me. Saying that ... Two things have happened. First, I saw the heart-warming French film, Amelie beautifully directed by Jean-Pierre Jenuet. It's about Amelie, who is living and working in Paris. Really though, it's not . . . more »

The Avengers reviewed

Posted on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 - 16:30 by Cait_Sidhe

What do you get when you put Black Widow, Captain America, Hawkeye, Incredible Hulk, Ironman and Thor into the one movie? And let’s not forget Nick Fury of course. That’s the question that everyone has been asking and for me, that question has been answered. Directed by Joss Whedon (most known for his work writing the TV series “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Angel") this . . . more »

Help Build Tomorrow's Library

Posted on Monday, April 16, 2012 - 13:36 by Vote_For_Pedro

The public library provides communities with invaluable access to knowledge, the latest information technology and a wide range of community services. As access to new technologies and social media increases, the role of the public library is evolving. Around half of all Victorians are members of a public library. We want to know what you value in your library today and what you think your . . . more »

The Hunger Games Movie Review

Posted on Thursday, March 29, 2012 - 13:51 by shish

This movie doesn't disappoint. It has remained faithful to the novel for the best part. I was expecting graphic scenes, that go hand in hand with a story about killing, but these were toned down. The movie will be enjoyed by all who have read the book, I cant wait for the next installment. Suzanne Collins is amazing!!!!!

Internet and PC usage in Victorian Public Libraries Survey

Posted on Friday, March 23, 2012 - 11:52 by Vote_For_Pedro

The survey is being conducted for Victoria’s public libraries. It will take about 10 minutes to complete. It asks questions about why you use the library’s computers and internet services and what you use them for. We would really appreciate you taking the time to have your say. All of the information you provide will remain confidential. If you are completing this survey at a . . . more »

Help Build the Library Collection

Posted on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 - 11:21 by ADMIN_MANDM

Help us continue to build a collection you would like to borrow by completing our Collections survey. The survey contains 24 questions and takes approximately 10 minutes to complete.Begin the survey below (click here to open the survey in a new browser window), or pick up a printed copy from your nearest branch. . . . more »

Adaptation: Game of Thrones

Posted on Friday, February 24, 2012 - 14:36 by ElGuapoLives

George R.R. Martin's epic series A Song of Ice and Fire is a series of novels (five released with more to come) set in the feudal land of Westeros and the lands across the Narrow Sea, winter can last for a decade and as the motto of House Stark reads... Winter is coming. The series has been adapted into board games, role-playing games, video games . . . more »

Adaptation: Game of Thrones

Posted on Friday, February 24, 2012 - 14:35 by ElGuapoLives

George R.R. Martin's epic series A Song of Ice and Fire is a series of novels (five released with more to come) set in the feudal land of Westeros and the lands across the Narrow Sea, winter can last for a decade and as the motto of House Stark reads... Winter is coming. The series has been adapted into board games, role-playing games, video games . . . more »

It's a Bugs Life

Posted on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 - 15:43 by Cait_Sidhe

"Oh, I know it's a rock, I know. But let's just pretend for a minute that it's a seed, alright? We'll just use our imaginations. Now, now do you see our tree? Everything that made that giant tree is already contained inside this tiny little seed. All it needs is some time, a little bit of sunshine and rain, and voilá!"- Flik, A Bug's Life . . . more »