By MELISSA MEEHAN
IT’S not your average library.
There were flashing lights, sirens and even a fire fighting hose.
In partnership with the Ferntre Gully Library, the Ferntree Gully CFA held a story time session at the fire station last Friday.
More than 150 parents, grandparents and excited pre-schoolers listened to stories and songs presented by Sue Wootton from the Library and a talk about fire safety from Ferntree Gully fire-fighter Graham Crichton.
There were arts and crafts too, as well as a chance to watch the fire trucks in action.
Some even got the chance to have a squirt of the hose.
Mr Crichton said that the idea was born at the last Discovery Day held in Ferntree Gully Village.
“We had a chat with some of the staff at the library and we thought it was a great idea to let the community in, see what we do and start the conversation with the young kids early,” he said.
Ms Wootton said all had a great time and thanked the volunteer fire fighters for their time.
