Sunday, June 19, 2011

MaryElla's of Drysdale - Second Hand Books Art Giftwares opens

A new second hand bookshop, also selling giftwares, art and photography, has opened in Drysdale.

MaryElla's of Drysdale  is named in memory of the owner Carolyn  Pickett's grandmother - Mary Ella. who enabled her to fulfil her dream of opening a second-hand bookshop near the sea.

Carolyn's grandmother ran her own business, a garage in Heywood in Western Victoria for ten years in the 1960's after the death of her husband. She was an avid reader.

Located at Shop 5, in the Village Walk off Clifton Springs Road in Drysdale, you will find an array of books covering children's literature, fiction for young adults, many Australian authors, crime thrillers, holiday reading and non-fiction.


For the winter months, MaryElla's are stocking hand knitted scarves to help with this chilly weather.  You will also find other gift wares including bookmarks, garden ornaments and plants.

Every Tuesday is meditation day conducted by Jennifer Merritt. Jennifer has studied meditation techniques over many years in Australia, New York and Japan.  She has delivered meditation classes within the corporate, medical and community sectors and also conducts regular meditation classes within the education system.

During June there is an introductory offer of $10 per meditation session.  Classes are held Tuesday's from 12 noon to 12.45pm and from 7pm to 7.45 pm.  Please book a session to confirm your place.

Shop opening hours are

  • Monday 10am - 6pm
  • Tuesday - meditation only
  • Wednesday 10am to 6pm
  • Thursday 9am to 5pm
  • Friday 9am - 6pm
  • Saturday 9am - 2pm
Please take some time to visit MaryElla's of Drysdale - Shop 5, The Village Walk, 21 Clifton Springs Road, Drysdale.  Phone 0400 787 210 or email: maryellasofdrysale@bigpond.com.

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