What's On at Your Library - Autumn 2022

WHAT'S

ON

at Your Library

MARCH - MAY 2022

A U T U M

CE’s welcome We are excited to bring you a wonderful program of events running across all our libraries throughout the next three months.

We all know the last two years have been tough - personally, professionally, economically, socially. The struggle has been real.

At Your Library we are proud that we can maintain our traditional focus on literacy and learning, while supporting our communities with opportunities for social connection, well-being and growth.

Your local library is a safe space where you can enjoy the collections, programs, staff expertise, places to sit or study, and a hundred other offerings, all for free.

Please join us for one or more of the great events listed in this guide.

Joseph Cullen Chief Executive

Bookings are required wherever this icon appears.

How to book into an event: Online: Visit events.yourlibrary.com.au, select desired event, and book in.

Where there is a charge, payment is required at time of booking.

In person: visit your local branch and ask a staff member to book you into the event of your choice.

By telephone: call the hosting library or 1300 737 277.

Inside this issue Reconnecting with Our Community

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Behind the Book

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Bookchats + Bookclubs

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Write Now

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Tech 101

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Career Jump-start

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Our History

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Live Lightly

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Lifestyle + Wellbeing

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Home + Garden

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Creative + Crafty

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Out of the Ordinary

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Fun + Friendship

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Browse events by library

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All events will be run in accordance with strict COVIDsafe guidelines.

RECONNECTING WITH OUR COMMUNITY Re-establish connections or discover kindred spirits within your library community.

Here’s just a sample of the exciting events our Autumn issue has to offer!

How to Endo with Bridget Hustwaite

Knox Festival at Ferntree Gully Library Come and join us at Ferntree Gully Library for some free festival fun! See magician extraordinaire David Chandler perform their magnificent magical show at 11am and 2pm. Have your photo taken with Rusty Arnold, our favourite library bear!

Try some great STEAM activities, build a fort, and make some craft activities too!

FREE - no need to book!

Sat 5 March, 10am - 5pm FERNTREE GULLY LIBRARY - 9800 6455

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Triple J presenter, author and founder of Endogram, Bridget Hustwaite is a health advocate who has built a strong online community to promote and facilitate discussion of Endometriosis, a chronic condition which affects 1 in 9 women and people assigned women at birth.

In her book How to Endo, Bridget details her own experiences of living with this chronic illness, and provides readers with tips and strategies from health experts and endo warriors. Join us for a presentation from Bridget as she talks about her book and being part of the chronic illness community. FREE Sat 12 March, 11am-12pm CROYDON LIBRARY- 9800 6448

Anthony Breslin

Sun 24 April, 2 - 3pm Anthony is a mixed media painter his unique style has been exhibited extensively in solo shows across Australia and throughout Europe, Asia and the U.S.A. Melbourne books have published two books on his work to date.

Anthony has also created many installations in public places and public theatrical performance shows.

Meet the Artist series at Belgrave Library Join us at Belgrave Library throughout Autumn to meet three fascinating local artists who will shine a light onto their art practices and share what drives and inspires them. FREE This event is proudly presented in collaboration with Burrinja Cultural Centre BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Martha Iserman

Brenda Page

Tues 24 May, 2 - 3pm Brenda focuses on sculpting and glass casting using a variety of kiln forming techniques, also incorporating screen printed images in and on the glass.

Her work is directly inspired by human nature and our interaction with the world around us. Brenda also runs a dedicated glass studio, gives workshops and regularly exhibits locally and internationally.

Tues 22 March, 2 - 3pm Martha is a science illustrator and watercolor artist currently living and working in Belgrave Heights. She is most interested in creating unique biological worlds by depicting familiar organisms in unfamiliar ways.

Her painting style is very detailed, using color, composition, and form to break out of traditional representational art tropes.

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Mooroolbark Festival at Mooroolbark Library Short course showcase and art demonstrations Interested in taking a short course with CAE (the Centre for Adult Education), but don’t want to travel into the city?

CAE is coming to Realm in partnership with Your Library! Join us from 12pm on Thursday, 17 March.

Join the team at Mooroolbark Library and celebrate the Mooroolbark festival! There will be plenty of activities for all ages, from crafting, plant swaps, storytimes and special STEAM activities.

FREE - no need to book!

Sat 19 March, 10am - 5pm MOOROOLBARK LIBRARY - 9800 6480

Watch an art demonstration by CAE staff and students, and explore what else CAE has on offer for you. FREE Thur 17 March, at the following times: 2pm-3pm Introduction to learning a language 4pm - 5pm Introduction to drawing 6pm-7pm Social media for beginners

March Market at Rowville Library

This event is proudly presented by the CAE (Centre For Adult Education).

Come along to Rowville library for a clothes swap, seed swap, and book sale extravaganza! FREE - no need to book!

REALM - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Sat 19 March, 10am - 1pm ROWVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6443

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Poetry morning Gather around and share your favourite poetry and prose! Bring along some words from your favourite writers or even your own personal work, and read them aloud to the group, or just sit back, discuss and soak up some poetry.

Anything from slam poetry to prose is welcome! (Ages 15+ due to adult content) FREE

Sat 19 March, 11:30am - 12:30pm HEALESVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6497

A story in pictures: Level crossing removal with Jason East Photography Witness the impact of the Mooroolbark and Lilydale Level Crossing Removal projects from the air with Jason from Jason East Photography. Jason will share his imagery, and chat about changes to the landscape and surrounding areas as the work progressed. FREE Thur 31 March, 10:30 - 11:15am MOOROOLBARK LIBRARY - 9800 6480

A walk down memory lane in Bayswater Come into Bayswater Library and make your mark! If you have a special memory, know of a business or building that is no longer around, or any personal history or fun facts that you would like to share with the rest of our community, please feel free to add it to our map of Bayswater. The display will be in the library all week.

FREE - no need to book!

Mon 28 March - Sat 2 April BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

The history of Montrose Cottage Join Eddie Tichelaar and Brad Martin to hear about the history of the Montrose Cottage and its relocation to the Montrose Town Centre. FREE Sat 2 April, 10:15am - 11:45am MONTROSE LIBRARY - 9800 6490

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Korean Immersion Day Join our in-house expert in Korean culture for an afternoon of immersion!

From K-pop to K-dramas to K-food and language, join the fun as we celebrate and learn about all things Korean. FREE Thur 19 May, 2pm - 4pm HEALESVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6497

Lilydale Community Gardens Inc. working to achieve a sustainable organic community garden Join Benson from Lilydale Community Gardens to hear about achieving a sustainable organic community garden in Lilydale.

Learn about “Bloom” the wicking bed garden in Lilydale which was installed by the Yarra Ranges Council and is maintained by the Lilydale Community Gardens Group.

Men’s Health I’m alright, mate! Is this how you respond to enquiries about your health?

Helen will show you how to grow Alfalfa at home; it is very easy and cheap to sprout!

FREE

Join Brian to talk about the tricky topic of Men’s health including the biggest causes of death for men and what you can do to minimise the risk. Tips and tricks to deal with heart disease, diabetes, some cancers, muscle and bone injuries, and more. FREE

Thur 21 April, 2pm - 3:30pm LILYDALE LIBRARY - 9800 6457

Sat 21 May, 10am - 12pm BORONIA LIBRARY - 9800 6488

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Reconciliation Week with Wurruck Yambo Come to the Belgrave library and join a Reconciliation Week workshop by Wurruck Yambo. We will discuss the importance of this week, some of the specific dates, and the theme of Reconciliation Week 2022.

Emmy Webbers from Wurruck Yambo is a Gunai/Kurnai descendant who currently lives in Wurundjeri Country. Emmy has a Bachelor’s degree in Indigenous studies and a passion for culture which is shared through her art and workshops.

You will be making your own Acknowledgement of Country sign to take home and display. FREE

50th Anniversary of the Hoddles Creek Red Cross Come and find out about the history of our local Red Cross. The talk will also look at the work of the Hoddles Creek Red Cross today.

A commemorative book and DVD celebrating the 50th anniversary will be available for sale. FREE Mon 23 May, 2pm - 3pm YARRA JUNCTION LIBRARY - 9800 6462

Sat 28 May, 11am - 1pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY- 9800 6489

BEHIND THE BOOK Be enlightened, entertained and inspired by amazing authors who will share the story behind their latest work and answer your burning questions!

Grass Roots: Adventures of a suburban lawyer - with Alan Alpass The Backyard Adventurer: Meet Beau Miles Join us online to hear how Beau has been able to satisfy his adventurous spirit close to home whether walking 90 km to work with no provisions, building a canoe paddle out of scavenged scrap or running a disused railway line through properties, blackberry thickets and past inquiring police officers.

An afternoon with Beau is sure to fire up your own spirit of adventure! FREE Tues 15 March, 2pm - 3pm ONLINE EVENT - 1300 737 277

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Would you expect a suburban Melbourne solicitor to settle brothel brawls, locate dead bodies and search for buried bullion? From courtroom characters to family feuding, author Alan Alpass highlights the true, yet untold stories that show a surprising side of legal practice, told with simplicity and colour.

Join Alan in person, and hear the stories behind his new memoir Grass Roots Adventures of a Suburban Lawyer.

FREE Tues 22 March, 2pm - 3pm MOOROOLBARK LIBRARY - 9800 6480

Not mentioning any names: Book launch with Margaret Pearce Meet local author Margaret Pearce, as we launch her recent book Not mentioning any names. Life with children is composed of confrontations, truces, compromises and intermittent battles.

In this book, Margaret soon finds out that after many ‘bewildering and incomprehensible incidents’ with her children, that maybe she has not read the right child raising books! Margaret will also talk about her writing and publishing journey. FREE

The Silent Listener: Meet Lyn Yeowart Come along and meet Lyn Yeowart, a local writer living in North Ringwood, whose debut novel, The Silent Listener, was published by Penguin Random House in February 2021.

Since its publication, it’s been long-listed for three awards, gone into re-print twice, hit several of Amazons Top 100 lists, been acquired by international publishers, and optioned for a screen adaptation by WeirAnderson Films. FREE Vivid and heart-rending, The Silent Listener is simply unforgettable - The Age. Thur 24 March, 6:30pm - 7:30pm REALM - 9800 6430

Sat 26 March, 10:30am - 11:30am FERNTREE GULLY LIBRARY - 9800 6455

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Bombs and barbed wire: With Jeff Steel

Meet the author: Lee Kofman Lee will discuss the challenges of writing as an outsider as well as suffering a writer’s block, and how she overcomes these by committing to an emotionally honest writing practice, by reading books that ring with authenticity. FREE

Join us for a presentation by author Jeff Steel, as he talks about his latest book, Bombs and Barbed Wire, a gripping true story of love and war constructed from meticulous research, family records and eye-witness accounts. FREE Thur 5 May, 2:30-3:30pm CROYDON LIBRARY- 9800 6448

Wed 27 April, 2pm - 3pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY- 9800 6489

Meet the authors of ‘The pick-up’ Fiona Harris & Mike McLeish

Join Truda Olson and our family history genealogist Charles, as they take you through her quest to research Duncan and Gertrude for Good Luck, Dear Girl: A turn of the century romance. FREE

Fiona Harris and Mike McLeish are a husband and wife comedy team who have turned their hand to writing. Their new book The pick-up, examines the trials and tribulations of three very different parents who bond over the school gate. Fiona and Mike will share the joys of writing with each other during lockdown and finding the funny side of life as a parent. FREE

Sat 30 April, 2:30pm- 3:30pm ROWVILLE LIBRARY- 9800 6443

Sat 7 May, 2pm - 3pm ROWVILLE LIBRARY- 9800 6443

Meet the author: Truda Olson

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Heading South with Tim Richards Join travel writer Tim Richards as he talks about his 7000 km rail journey around Australia, from Far North Queensland to southwest WA. An epic train journey around Australia in 2018, starting at the remote town of Normanton, in crocodile country, and ending in Bunbury, where he was born.

“I had envisaged the journey as a kind of triumphant progress: gazing upon my conquered lands as they slid past, metaphorically waving at my subjects, the smooth motion of each train bearing me onward. This was hubris, plain and simple, and the experience of the nineteenthcentury explorers Burke and Wills whose path I would cross more than once on my expedition should have prepared me for what happened next. It did not go entirely to plan.” FREE

Meet the author - Simon Rowell Join us on Zoom to meet Simon Rowell, whose first book The Long Game is about a murder on the back beach at Portsea. Simon lives in country Victoria and his desire to build up the sort of life experience that leads to great writing has seen him undertake a broad range of jobs in various locations before a ‘tree-change’ led to a full-time writing career.

Simon will discuss his process of writing, getting published and what we can expect from his next book due out in August.

FREE Wed 25 May, 2pm-3pm ONLINE - 1300 737 277

Wed 11 May, 11am- 12pm ONLINE - 1300 737 277

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BOOKCHATS + BOOKCLUBS Love reading and chatting about books? Come and join us at the library and share your current favourites, or join a bookclub where everyone reads and discusses a selected book each month.

LILYDALE BOOKCHAT Third Wed of the month at 10:30am* LILYDALE LIBRARY- 9800 6457

BOOKISH: THE LILYDALE LIBRARY BOOKCLUB Fourth Wed of the month at 10:30am* LILYDALE LIBRARY- 9800 6457

BAYSWATER LIBRARY BOOKCHAT Third Thurs of the month at 1:30pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY- 9800 6498

NOVEL IDEA BOOKCHAT - REALM Last Thur of the month at 6:30pm* REALM - 9800 6430

READER TO READER - BELGRAVE Third Wed of the month at 10:30am BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

PAGETURNERS BOOKCHAT - CROYDON Third Tues of the month at 2pm CROYDON LIBRARY - 9800 6448

FERNTREE GULLY BOOKCHAT WITH MARIA

REALM READERS BOOKCHAT Second Wed of the month at 2pm REALM - 9800 6430

URSULA’S BOOKCLUB Third Thur of the month at 6pm* REALM - 9800 6430

ROWVILLE BOOKCHAT

Third Wed of the month at 2pm* FERNTREE GULLY LIBRARY- 9800 6455

Third Mon of the month at 3pm* ROWVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6443

HEALESVILLE BOOKCHAT

AROUND WORDS - YARRA JUNCTION

Third Tues of the month at 2pm* HEALESVILLE LIBRARY- 9800 6497

First Wed of the month at 11am* YARRA JUNCTION LIBRARY- 9800 6462

*Bookings required. Please contact the hosting library for more information.

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WRITE NOW! Calling all writers and those who wonder how to begin...

Head to the library and learn from the experts! Be supported by fellow writers and gain confidence to begin your writing practice today!

Lilydale Lakeside Writers Group We invite writers of any genre, published or unpublished, to join us each month for lively discussion, feedback and inspiration. FREE Fourth Fri of the month at 4pm LILYDALE LIBRARY- 9800 6457

Last Tuesday Writers Group Calling local writers, whatever their skill level, and whatever their chosen genre, to join us every month for feedback, support, inspiration, and lively conversation. All welcome! FREE

The art of feedback with Nicolas Brasch

Last Tues of the month at 2pm HEALESVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6497

Learning how to accept feedback is as important as knowing how to give it. A must for writing groups!

Nicolas Brasch is the author of more than 400 books (mainly for children and young adults) for leading international publishers. Several of his books have won Australian and international awards. He also teaches professional and creative writing at Swinburne University; presents workshops and seminars on writing and storytelling; and is the founder of Writing 101, a platform of online writing courses.

FREE

Realm Writers Group

Fri 25 March, 2pm-3pm LILYDALE LIBRARY- 9800 6457

Last Sat of the month at 10am REALM - 9800 6430

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Come and join an encouraging writing community of beginner and experienced writers. Discover starting points for your writing, unlock your creativity, and explore place, plot, point of view, and character.

Get started, share your passion and find inspiration with other writers on the journey. Sessions are facilitated by Ian Flynn and Jos Vandersman. FREE

TECH 101 Learn how to make the most of our free resources, receive expert help in getting started with your new device, or discover something new!

Lilydale seniors computer club A computer help session for seniors run by volunteers from the Lilydale Seniors Computer Club.

Please note this is not a one-to-one session. Our friendly volunteers will attempt to assist you as soon as possible during this 1 hour session. FREE

Tech support one-to-one Book a 45 minute one-to-one session with Your Library’s Tech Support team!

They can assist you with:

• Setting up your iPad / Android tablet to download or stream a variety of library resources such a eBooks, eAudiobooks, magazines (Libby), and films (Kanopy) • Take advantage of free online courses through Be Connected and LinkedIn • Learn the basics of your mobile phone, iPad / Android tablet or laptop • General assistance with software and hardware tech troubleshooting!

FREE Visit events.yourlibrary.com.au or call 1300 737 277

Every Monday, 1:30pm + 2:30pm LILYDALE LIBRARY- 9800 6457

Computer share club Join our friendly group to share computer knowledge, handy hints and help with general computer queries. FREE Every Thursday, 2pm-3pm YARRA JUNCTION LIBRARY - 9800 6462

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Phone photography 101 Achieve fantastic photography results using your smartphone.

We’ll show you the basics of photography and how to get the best picture using composition, lighting and much more!

FREE Fri 18 March, 2pm - 3pm MOOROOLBARK LIBRARY - 9800 6480

Games and apps for iPads

Tues 24 May, 2pm - 3pm LILYDALE LIBRARY - 9800 6457

Join the library team as we explore the most fascinating and helpful apps available for your iPad. We’ll look in detail at several of the most popular apps, how to download them and why they’re useful.

FREE Tues 8 March, 2pm - 3pm HEALESVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6497

Getting to know your phone Want to learn more about your tablet or smartphone? Join us for an introductory session on Apple and Android mobile phones. We’ll go through the basics on your mobile, including the most common apps. There will be time to assist you with your device, and answer any questions you may have! FREE

Digitise your photos Learn to use Google PhotoScan, Notes and other various apps to digitise your photos and documents.

Thur 10 March, 2pm-3pm YARRA JUNCTION LIBRARY - 9800 6462

We will demonstrate how these apps crop and enhance documents, options for saving documents or photos, and why it is so important to digitise. FREE

Thur 24 March, 2pm-3pm FERNTREE GULLY LIBRARY - 9800 6455

Fri 18 March, 2pm - 3pm BORONIA LIBRARY - 9800 6488

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3D printing & design workshop Come join us for an introduction to the basics of 3D design and printing!

You’ll learn how to create models in 3D, watch a demo of the printer in action, and design or choose a 3D model to have printed! FREE

Games on your iPad Keep yourself entertained and your brain active. Join the library team as we show you the world of iPad gaming.

We’ll look in detail at several of the most popular games, how to download them and how to play them with friends. FREE Thur 31 March, 11am - 12pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498 Tues 5 April, 11am - 12pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY- 9800 6489

Online safety: recognising scams

Join us as we explore the most fascinating and helpful apps available for your iPhone, iPad or Android device.

Would you like to become more aware of your online surroundings? In this informative presentation, we will give you some basic tips on how to remain safe online, recognise a scam and phishing techniques.

We’ll look in detail at several of the most popular apps, how to download them and why they’re useful. FREE

Bring any questions or queries you may have in regard to this topic and we will do our best to answer them. FREE

Thur 31 March, 2:30pm-3:30pm MONTROSE LIBRARY - 9800 6490

Thur 7 April, 2pm - 3pm CROYDON LIBRARY - 9800 6448

Must-have apps

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Digital Medicine We live in a world where apps can administer therapies, and smartwatches can monitor conditions and it’s not stopping there, with new technology being developed that can assist with breathing disorders, depression, Alzheimer’s and more.

Join us to learn how mobile technology can help you manage your health. FREE

Travel apps and Google Maps Everyone seems to have been bitten by the travel bug lately, and who can blame them! Learn how to take full advantage of your phone, and how it can help you travel Melbourne, Australia and the world. FREE

Thur 21 April, 10am - 11am ROWVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6443

Thur 7 April, 2pm - 3pm YARRA JUNCTION LIBRARY - 9800 6462

Minecraft families Do your kids love Minecraft? Are you wondering what all the hype is about? This time the kids will be the experts. Led by Emma, they will teach you the basics of Minecraft. Together you’ll complete some fun challenges that you can replicate at home.

New to Minecraft? We’ll be there to introduce you to the game and get you started on some fun activities. This activity is designed for parents/guardians and children to attend together. FREE Tues 12 April, 11am-12pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

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Health and fitness apps Want to know the best ways to keep track of your health on your device? Join us as we explain what your phone can track through apps, wearables and sensors.

Improve your physical wellbeing by tracking your steps, physical activity, heart rate, sleep and even stress.

Improve your mental health with brain training and mental health apps! FREE Thur 28 April, 2pm - 3pm LILYDALE LIBRARY- 9800 6457

Your digital wallet and beyond Want to leave your house lighter? Just take your smartphone and smartwatch and leave your wallet at home!

No longer will you have to worry about finding your loyalty cards amongst the plethora of cards in your wallet, instead tap or scan your smartphone at the checkouts.

We will discuss various apps and services that allow you to create a digital wallet on your smartphone or other devices! FREE Tues 3 May, 11am - 12pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

Digital photography with The Basin Community House Join Rebecca from the Basin Community House for this hands-on workshop to learn the basics of digital photography. FREE Fri 20 May, 2pm - 3pm BORONIA LIBRARY - 9800 6488

Managing your files Do you have hundreds of downloads, and thousands of photos on your mobile device? Are you tired of scrolling until you find the one you’re looking for? Are you worried about losing precious photos and memories if your computer breaks?

Join us to learn a variety of techniques to manage your files. We’ll look at how you can organise them, back them up, and transfer them to other devices. FREE

Video streaming Discover some of the most popular video streaming platforms in the world. We will discuss different options available and how to find what you want. Streaming options will include Netflix, Stan, Kanopy and more!

Fri 20 May, 2pm - 3pm MOOROOLBARK LIBRARY - 9800 6480

Smarter homes

We’ll also explain how to use these services on your Smart TV, or using casting devices, to enjoy the ultimate entertainment experience in the comfort of your own home! FREE

What makes a home smart? We will demonstrate some of the latest smart devices that can be built into your home, or added into an existing home, from smart speakers, assistants, lights, power outlets, and more! FREE

Thur 5 May, 10am-11am CROYDON LIBRARY - 9800 6448

Wed 25 May, 2pm - 3pm ROWVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6443

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24/7 online study help anytime, anywhere Studiosity is a game changer for students and jobseekers, and it's completely FREE with your library membership.

Submit essays, theses, resumes or cover letters, and get high-quality academic feedback within 24 hours.

Get instant, LIVE one-on-one support from a subject specialist, for guidance on a tricky question.

Access more than 750 quizzes designed in line with the Australian curriculum.

Perfect for students from grade 3 to postgrad.

Find out more by visiting bit.ly/erlstudiosity or download the app today!

CAREER JUMP-START Is it time for a career change?

Would you like to polish up your résumé or job search skills? Head to Your Library for these great workshops.

Drop in one-on-one career service A qualified Career Practitioner from the Swinburne Skills and Job Centre will be at the Belgrave Library on the first Friday of the month to provide free 1:1 career services, including: - Career planning sessions - Resume advice - Job search advice - Interview coaching - Course advice FREE - no need to book!

Jobs Victoria Advocates Join a representative from Jobs Victoria for free job seeking assistance.

Jobs Victoria Advocates can help you find work by connecting you to skills and training courses and helping you to apply for jobs. FREE - no need to book!

Every Wed, 2pm-4pm FERNTREE GULLY LIBRARY - 9800 6455 Wed at 10am-12pm, on 2, 9, 16 + 23 March MOOROOLBARK LIBRARY - 9800 6480

First Fri of the month, 1pm-3pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

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Job search club Job searching can be a difficult and isolating time for many individuals. If you would like to be part of a group of job seekers sharing ideas whilst providing mutual support and encouragement to each other, then the job club could be right for you.

FREE - no need to book!

First Fri of the month, 10am-12pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489 Wed 27 April, 1pm-3pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Your career journey Are you looking to start your career, return to the workforce, change your career or apply for your next job?

This session from Swinburne Skills and Job Centre will offer you an overview of the job search process, from planning your career, to preparing your resume, job search advice and interview tips.

Résumé workshop Are you looking to start your career, return to the workforce, change your career or apply for your next job and don’t think your résumé is up for the task? This workshop is for you!

The Skills and Job Centre is a Government funded initiative providing free and impartial career support for all Victorians whatever their age or stage. FREE

The résumé workshop, facilitated by the Swinburne Skills and Job Centre, offers practical guidance on updating your résumé. Please bring a USB to save your work. FREE

Thur 24 March, 11am-12pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Fri 8 April, 12pm - 3pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Thur 28 April, 11am-12pm MOOROOLBARK LIBRARY - 9800 6480

Thur 19 May, 10am-1pm ROWVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6443

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OUR HISTORY Begin or further your family or military history research, and enjoy fascinating events exploring remarkable people and places.

History of the Yarra Valley Railway Join Rachael from the Yarra Valley Railway to hear about the interesting history of the railway on the Healesville-Yarra Glen line and the ongoing repair work being undertaken to restore the line. FREE Wed 9 March, 11am - 12pm LILYDALE LIBRARY - 9800 6457

The life of Ludwig Hirschfeld-Mack Join Resi Schwarzbauer as she describes the life of Ludwig Hirschfeld-Mack, a German-Jewish artist and educator who was one of the first students of the influential Bauhaus movement in 1919.

FREE

Family + local history help Make an appointment at a library near you with our specialised staff. Receive help with local or family history research, newspaper articles, library databases and any other research questions. FREE Visit events.yourlibrary.com.au for dates and locations or call 1300 737 277 to reserve your booking.

Sat 19 March, 11am - 12pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

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Dame Nellie Melba Dame Nellie Melba was Australia’s earliest and much loved opera singers.

Join us for a biographical journey into her life and achievements. FREE Fri 25 March, 10am - 11am CROYDON LIBRARY - 9800 6448

The extraordinary story of Alice Anderson In more refined and gentle times, a motorist wouldn’t dream of filling up their own tank. Ladies, in particular, did not pump petrol: their own or anyone else’s.

Unless they were Alice Anderson, who had a pioneering vision: to turn the mechanics trade into an accepted and aspirational career choice for women.

Join us for a presentation by historian and writer Loretta Smith, as she discusses her historical biography: A Spanner in the Works: The Extraordinary Story of Alice Anderson and Australia’s only all-girl garage. FREE Tues 22 March, 2pm - 3pm CROYDON LIBRARY - 9800 6448

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Adoption & family history VANISH provides free and confidential search and support services to people affected by adoption. Hear from experienced VANISH search workers about: - The context of past adoption practices - Adoption searches records, resources and brick walls - Ways to help someone with an adoption search - What to do if you discover an adoption in your research - Contact and reunion - The DNA revolution in adoption - VANISH services and how to access them

FREE Fri 25 March, 2pm-3pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

Convicts: family history Have you ever wondered if you have a convict in the family? Maybe you have a few. Join us to discover how to find out who they were, the information available about them, including: the crime they committed, how long their sentence was, where they were transported to, and what happened to them once they arrived.

FREE Fri 25 March, 2pm-3pm MOOROOLBARK LIBRARY - 9800 6480

Kinley: History of the land which is our newest suburb Sue Thompson from the Lilydale & District Historical Society will present a fascinating talk about the history and development of the land that is currently being turned into our newest suburb: Kinley. FREE Wed 30 March, 11am -12pm LILYDALE LIBRARY - 9800 6457

Introduction to Family History Have you always wanted to trace your family history but don’t know where to start? Come along to this informative talk and learn how the library can be a good place to start your family search, both in Australia and overseas. FREE

The man, the woman and the Edison phonograph: race, history, technology and song

Fri 8 April, 2pm-3pm BORONIA LIBRARY - 9800 6488

Bruce Watson’s multimedia presentation tells the story behind the 1903 wax cylinder recordings of Tasmanian Fanny Cochrane Smith. These are among the earliest Australian sound recordings, the only recordings of the Tasmanian language. Encapsulating significant themes in Australia’s history, with surprising twists and turns, it is a story of genocide, reconciliation, technology, and the power of song. FREE

Online researching

Mon 28 March, 2pm-3:30pm YARRA JUNCTION LIBRARY - 9800 6462

Fri 22 April, 2pm-3pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Join us to find out what, where and how online resources including blogs, websites and databases can assist you with your research into your family’s past. FREE

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Hands-on Ancestry + Findmypast workshop Join us to learn some of the tips and tricks to getting the most out of Ancestry and Findmypast. FREE Fri 6 May, 3pm - 5pm KNOX EXPRESS - 9800 6470

Beginner’s guide to family history

Temples, monuments and marvels of ancient Egypt Ancient Egypt can boast of having some of the most brilliant minds and engineers in ancient times. For thousands of years, visitors have stared in wonder as structures built around 3,000 years ago still stand today for us to gaze on with awe, and photograph, paint and write about.

Have you always wanted to trace your family history but don’t know where to start? Come along to this informative talk and learn how the library can be a good place to start your family history search in Australia and overseas, using our online databases, books, microfiche, and CD ROMs. FREE Fri 20 May, 10am - 11am BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

English records

This presentation will look at some of these ancient structures, and give you a glimpse of what Egyptians could do without modern machinery and techniques. FREE

Are you looking for information on your English ancestors? Not sure where to look, or have hit a brick wall? Join us for an informative look at English records - what is available and where to find them. FREE

Thur 19 May, 11am-11:45am MOOROOLBARK LIBRARY - 9800 6480

Fri 27 May, 11am-12pm FERNTREE GULLY LIBRARY - 9800 6455

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LIVE LIGHTLY Discover how to leave a lighter footprint on our planet, and build an enriching and sustainable life.

Composting workshops Join us at Realm and get ready for three great composting sessions and learn everything you need to know to be a successful composter! FREE

Worm farms

Sat 7 May, 11:15am - 12:15pm Worms are the perfect household pet to help you reduce your food waste and turn your food scraps into liquid gold for your garden. Join our session to learn how to set up, maintain and use a worm farm at home.

The workshop will provide you with an outline of the ins and outs of worm farms, followed by a question and answer session. There will also be examples of worm farms and other composting systems to help you decide what best suits your household.

Attendees at any of the day’s sustainability events will also receive a free kitchen caddy to assist them in recycling their food waste at home.

Presented by EnviroCom Australia.

REALM - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Setting up a compost bin Sat 7 May, 10am - 11am

Learn how to set up, maintain and use a compost bin at home. This workshop will provide you with an outline of the ins and outs of different systems, followed by a question and answer session. There will also be examples of composting bins and other systems to help you decide what best suits your household.

Digestion composting

Sat 7 May, 12:30pm - 1:30pm Digesters like Bokashi buckets, pet poo composters and green cones are another way of composting, but not as you know it.

Join us and learn how these systems can help reduce your food waste at home.

The workshop will provide you with an outline of the ins and outs of digestors, followed by a question and answer session. There will also be examples of digestors and other composting systems to help you decide what best suits your household.

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Taking sustainable steps with technology

For ages 12-18

Learn how you can take steps to be more sustainable using technology. We will discuss the latest innovative creations that are leading the way, as well as everyday technology we can use in our own homes.

We will even look into how mobile phones can make a difference, and the apps available to support a sustainable lifestyle.

FREE Mon 9 May, 2pm - 3pm REALM - 9800 6430

Upcyle it!

Turn t-shirts into tote bags The average Australian sends approximately 23kg of waste to landfill each year. That is the equivalent of 115 t-shirts! Join our interactive workshop to learn more about how you can reduce your waste and give old items a new life.

Upcycle your own book planter Come along and create a unique upcycled succulent planter from pre-loved books.

Bring your own mask and gardening gloves for handling potting mix. FREE Fri 20 May, 1pm - 2pm REALM - 9800 6430

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Do you have an old t-shirt at home?

Perhaps you don’t wear it anymore, but can’t bear the thought of throwing it away? Bring along your old or loved t-shirts to this session and learn how to turn your t-shirt into a reusable bag. FREE Presented by EnviroCom Australia.

Mon 23 May, 5:30pm - 6:30pm REALM - 9800 6430

LIFESTYLE + WELLBEING Explore new paths to a happier, and healthier lifestyle, or plan for the future with our knowledgeable experts.

Love, peace, harmony meditation Join Bev and experience the power of oneness to create inner peace and stillness. The love, peace harmony meditation is intended to create a relaxing, healing and nourishing field to bring greater health, happiness, and success to life. FREE Every Thur, 10:30am - 11:30am BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

Brainworks @ the library Come along and challenge yourself!

Maintain and improve your brain with fun brain training activities and exercises, including memory, attention, language, executive functions, visual and spatial skills.

FREE Presented by Mountain District Learning Centre

Mon, 9:30am (school terms) check events.yourlibrary.com.au for dates KNOX EXPRESS - 9800 6470

Meditation for balance Relax your mind and body and find balance in these free weekly meditation sessions.

Dr Akshay and his team will introduce you to the meditative practice of sahaja yoga.

FREE Every Tues, 6:30pm-7:30pm REALM - 9800 6430

Sleep, our super power: turning sleep into wellbeing Join Annette Subhani for an exploration of this super power, including developing a clearer understanding of the science of sleep and creating a personal sleep diary to help record sleep patterns and enhance sleep habits. FREE Wed 16 March, 1pm - 2:30pm ROWVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6443

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Planning for retirement Do you have retirement goals but are not sure how to go about making your dreams a reality?

Breaking the myths of palliative care: it’s more than you think Many myths surround the idea of palliative care. EPC provides specialist palliative care to people who have a life limiting or terminal illness in their own homes. Come and hear how this is achieved and what is offered to our community for free. FREE

Understanding the various options available to you is the first step towards living a lifestyle of choice and independence upon retirement.

In this event, Andrea Jenkins, Certified Financial Planner and Principal of Jenbury Financial, will share valuable insights for preparing for retirement. FREE Wed 6 April, 6pm - 7pm CROYDON LIBRARY - 9800 6448

Wed 30 March, 2pm - 3pm ROWVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6443 Fri 29 April, 11am - 12pm LILYDALE LIBRARY - 9800 6457 Wed 18 May, 10am - 11am MONTROSE LIBRARY - 9800 6490

Hearing Australia How well do you hear? Find out with our friends at Hearing Australia. They will be chatting to people about their hearing health and conducting free hearing checks. Join us and take the first step towards rediscovering the sounds you love! FREE - no need to book!

Fri 1 April, 1pm - 4pm FERNTREE GULLY LIBRARY - 9800 6455

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Planning for the future with local lawyer Oliver Beaumont Join Oliver Beaumont, local lawyer and Chairman of the Beaumont Group, Mooroolbark for an informative session on planning for the future - covering the topics of estate planning, wills and power of attorney. FREE Wed 11 May, 11am - 12:30pm LILYDALE LIBRARY - 9800 6457

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• Sow the seeds in your garden, nurture plants to maturity, and donate seeds back to the library • Grow your gardening knowledge at our regular, inspiring events and workshops!

Available at the following libraries: Bayswater, Belgrave, Boronia, Croydon, Ferntree Gully, Mooroolbark, Rowville and Yarra Junction

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HOME + GARDEN Look no further for the very best in home, gardening and healthy living workshops Recipe swap groups Come along and meet fellow food lovers at our new recipe swap groups. Share your tried and true recipes and discover something new! FREE

Smoothies with Liana Join Liana at Bayswater Library where she will demonstrate how to make these easy drinks and learn the health benefits of including smoothies in your diet for health and vitality. Tastings of these delicious conconctions are included! FREE Tues 15 March, 1pm - 3pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Plant & Seed Swap - Mooroolbark Festival

Recipe swap social afternoon

First Mon of the month, 1:30-3pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Cooking the books

Second Thur of the month, 11am-12pm REALM - 9800 6430

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Celebrate Mooroolbark Festival with our Plant & Seed Swap! Open and available to all. The swap provides a time and place for like-minded people to share ideas, and to encourage one another in their quest to be sustainable and support homemade.

FREE Sat 19 March, 10am - 4pm MOOROOLBARK LIBRARY - 9800 6480

Gully Gardeners: Edible gardening in the cooler months with Teresa from Sustainable Gardening Australia

Tillandsia - air plants Experience and view the magnificent art formations of air plants. Lloyd will explain the growth and varied use of these amazing plants.

Lloyd was featured on Gardening Australia in 2021 and is an expert on the Tillandsia plants. This will be an amazing event you won’t want to miss. FREE

Learn how to get the best yield from your edible garden over the cooler seasons. We will start with a talk on getting your garden ready for cool season planting, including garden maintenance, soil preparation, sustainable ways to improve productivity, crop rotation and companion planting.

We will finish up with a hands-on, origami seed packet demonstration and sharing of seasonal seeds. FREE Wed 23 March, 3pm -5pm FERNTREE GULLY LIBRARY - 9800 6455

Mon 21 March, 2pm - 3:30pm YARRA JUNCTION LIBRARY - 9800 6462

Belgrave Botanicals: Preparing for cool season planting with The Backyard Vegetable This presentation will focus on growing vegetables throughout the cooler months.

Olwyn Smiley’s business, ‘The Backyard Vegetable’, aims to encourage home food growing by offering a consultation service, troubleshooting and ongoing mentoring as well as seedling collection, when available. FREE Wed 23 March, 11am -12pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

Autumn Harvest: plant, produce, seed and recipe swap The days are cooler, the seeds are ready to harvest, and the soil is ripe for planting. It’s time for our Autumn Harvest Swap!

Bring along seedlings, produce, a posy of herbs, cuttings, seeds or an heirloom recipe and enjoy a cuppa! FREE Fri 25 March, 2pm -3pm BORONIA LIBRARY - 9800 6488

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Belgrave Botanicals: Celebration of the dahlia The beautiful dahlia is enjoying a huge resurgence in popularity. In this session, we’ll come together to talk all things dahlia, from varieties to plant care, to dividing tubers before the next season.

Jasmine will bring a collection of homegrown flowers from her garden to inspire and share. FREE

What’s for tea with Tracey Join Tracey at Boronia Library when she will demonstrate how to prepare a delicious and satisfying ‘Pantry Minestrone’ soup. Tastings provided.

FREE Fri 1 April, 2pm - 3pm BORONIA LIBRARY - 9800 6488

Yarra Junction Planters Come and share plants, produce and knowledge with other keen gardeners.

Bring some seeds to swap using our new seed library. We will also be having specialty garden talks during the year.

FREE Second Mon of the month, 2pm YARRA JUNCTION LIBRARY - 9800 6462

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Wed 27 April, 11am - 12pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

Belgrave Botanicals: Organic market gardening with Ryan from Muddy Creek Gardens With the changing of the seasons and the busy summer harvests coming to an end, market gardener Ryan from Muddy Creek Gardens will visit Belgrave Library to meet with our community and talk about his passion for Organic Gardening. Bring your enthusiasm and your questions! FREE Wed 18 May, 2pm - 3pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

Gully Gardeners: Autumn produce, plant, seed and recipe swap Autumn is the perfect time of year to start off new plants, save seed, preserve your summer garden veg bounty and share your excess with others.

Declutter your wardrobe with Dr DeClutter

Bring along produce, plants, seeds or recipes to contribute to the swap tables, and you will leave with an armful of garden goodies and some lovely new connections made with like-minded gardening enthusiasts. Afternoon tea is provided and the Seed Library will be open for borrowings and donations. FREE

Do you feel overwhelmed by the state of your wardrobe? Our clothes affect how we feel, our confidence, and the way we perceive ourselves. Join Dr DeClutter as she shares tools and techniques to make our wardrobes a place to keep our clothes in the best state possible and help us feel calmer, happier and more in control when we open the wardrobe doors. FREE

Wed 27 April, 3pm - 5pm FERNTREE GULLY LIBRARY - 9800 6455

Thur 19 May, 6pm - 7:30pm ROWVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6443

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CREATIVE + CRAFTY Unleash your inner artist and let your creativity run wild by joining in the fun at our crafty workshops and groups

Adult colouring groups Beautiful book folding with Kay Join Kay for these relaxing, beginnerfriendly sessions to upcycle some of our old books into works of art! FREE

Bunny

Sat 19 March, 10am - 11:30am MONTROSE LIBRARY - 9800 6490

Easter egg

Sat 9 April, 10:30am - 12pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

Mother’s Day

Sat 30 April, 10am - 11:30am BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Butterfly

Wed 4 May, 10am - 11:30am LILYDALE LIBRARY - 9800 6457

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Take the time to relax, unwind and enjoy some creative time with others, at one of our regular colouring groups.

BYO materials. FREE

Creative colouring for adults

First Thur of the month, 2pm LILYDALE LIBRARY - 9800 6457

Colour + colouring for adults

Second Thur of the month, 3:15-4:45pm FERNTREE GULLY LIBRARY - 9800 6455

A colourful life: colouring for adults Second Fri of the month, 2pm MOOROOLBARK LIBRARY - 9800 6480

Colouring Circle for adults

Third Mon of the month, 1:30-3:30pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Card making with The Basin Community House Join the talented Sue from the Basin Community House for this card making workshop! FREE

Knit + crochet groups

Fri 22 April, 2pm - 3pm BORONIA LIBRARY - 9800 6488

Come along to our friendly knitting and crochet groups where you can craft in good company! BYO needles/hooks and yarn. FREE

Knit and crochet for charity

First Fri of the month, 2-4pm FERNTREE GULLY LIBRARY - 9800 6455

Knit and Natter

Second Thur of the month, 1:30-2:30pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Lyrebird Quilting

Introduction to napkin decoupage with Kay

Enjoy an afternoon of quilting, knitting, crocheting, and sewing with our friendly craft group at the Belgrave library. Work on your project and have a cuppa and a chat. All welcome, from beginners to advanced. FREE

Join Kay at the Bayswater Library for a beginner-friendly introduction to napkin decoupage. This activity is suitable for ages 12 and above. Please bring a pair of sharp point scissors if you have them.

FREE

Third Sat of the month, 1pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

Mon 30 May, 1:30pm - 3pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

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OUT OF THE ORDINARY Try something a little different, just for the fun of it!

Introduction to stamp collecting No matter your age, collecting stamps either by countries or themes is entirely up to you! Historical, sporting events, flora, fauna, trains, cars, Disney and everything in between, stamps cover it all! Come along to chat and learn more. Starter kits will be available for $5. FREE

Ukulele workshops with Ike Join Ike for a series of four ukulele workshops in a small group that will focus on studying chords, learning songs, and most of all having fun! Ukuleles supplied but feel free to bring your own. FREE

Adults workshop

Thur 17, 24, & 31 March + Thur 7 April, 11am - 12pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

Teens workshop

Thur 5, 12, 19 & 26 May, 4pm - 5pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

Mythbusting TV forensics Do you love television shows where crimes are solved using forensic science?

Join scientist Jillian Healy as she busts some of the myths seen in popular TV and gives examples of how actual science is used to solve real crimes. FREE Wed 30 March, 6:30-7:30pm REALM - 9800 6430

Tues 10 May, 10am - 11am MONTROSE LIBRARY - 9800 6490

Transportation Photography Expo Come and view our photographic display produced by local CIRE community school student Johnny Petrie. Johnny has a love for automotives and this is evident in his photography.

FREE - no need to book!

Thur 26 + Fri 27 May, 10am - 4:30pm YARRA JUNCTION LIBRARY - 9800 6462

FUN + FRIENDSHIP Come along and meet kindred spirits at these fun and inclusive events and groups.

Mahjong afternoons

First Thur of the month, 1:30-3:30pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Board games + virtual reality

First Thur of the month, 5-7pm (14+) BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Board games in the hills

First Thur of the month, 7:30pm-11:30pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

Card games at Bayswater

Fourth Thur of the month, 1:30-3:30pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Let the games begin!

Whether you love board games or card games, we have something for everyone! Join us at our friendly social games groups; most meet monthly.

FREE

Scrabble

Fourth Mon of the month, 1:30-3:30pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Knox community chess club

Every Friday at 12:30pm - 5:30pm ROWVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6443

Drop in Fridays - card + chat Every Friday at 1pm-4pm YARRA JUNCTION LIBRARY - 9800 6498

Realm board gaming

Second Sat of the month,11am-4pm REALM - 9800 6430

Chess for beginners

Thur 28 April, 3pm-4:30pm HEALESVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6497

Healesville games group launch Tues 3 May, 2pm-4pm HEALESVILLE LIBRARY - 9800 6497

Ranges chess club

Every Tues during school terms Beginners and Juniors 6:30pm - 7pm Social Chess: 7pm - 10pm BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489

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Book bingo!

Join us for a fun afternoon of Book Bingo based upon your favourite books, characters, quotes and authors. FREE Fri 18 March, 1:30pm - 3pm BAYSWATER LIBRARY - 9800 6498

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Magic: the Gathering Club Join us at Realm to play the epic card game Magic: The Gathering! Do battle with other players by casting spells, using artifacts, and summoning monstrous creatures.

No prior knowledge of the game is needed, just an eagerness to play.

Basic cards are provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own. FREE For ages 10-15 Fourth Tues of the month, 5:30pm - 6:30pm REALM - 9800 6430 For ages 12 plus

Dungeons & Dragons Come play Dungeons & Dragons, the world-famous tabletop role-playing game!

In Dungeons & Dragons (D&D, 5th edition), players go on adventures, work together to overcome obstacles, and fight monsters in epic battles.

D&D is easy to learn and play. Library staff will run the session, so all you need to bring is your imagination! Supplies kindly donated by Games Portal Ringwood.

Players of all experience levels welcome.

Limited spots are available - book early to avoid disappointment. For ages 18 plus.

FREE Second Tues of the month, 5:30pm - 7pm REALM - 9800 6430

Sherlock Homes games night The games are afoot at Realm! In honour of Sherlock Holmes month, you are invited to play some board games with a whodunit theme.

Don your detective cap and crack the case! FREE. Fri 11 March, 6pm - 7:30pm REALM - 9800 6430

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Movie lovers groups For ages 12 - 18

Do you love watching and talking about movies? You’ve come to the right place!

Join our friendly film groups to watch exciting new movies. All welcome. FREE

Calling aspiring comic artists!

Join professional cartoonist, illustrator and published graphic novelist Mandy Ord to learn how to create and take home your own comic with Pokemon themed characters in this fun workshop.

No experience necessary. FREE Thur 7 April, 5pm - 6:30pm REALM - 9800 6430

Around Film

Second Wed of the month, 11am Coffee + tea provided. BYO lunch.

YARRA JUNCTION LIBRARY - 9800 6462 (from 11 May)

Kanopy Movie Club English conversation groups Is English your second language? Come along and practice your English skills in a relaxed and inclusive environment. FREE

Fourth Thur of the month, 1pm-3pm Coffee + tea provided.

BELGRAVE LIBRARY - 9800 6489 For ages 13 - 18

Conversation Circle

Every Thurs during school terms at 12:30pm-2:30pm with Orana Neighbourhood House & Mountain District Learning Centre KNOX EXPRESS - 9800 6470

Conversation Café

Every Fri at 10:30pm-11:30am with friendly volunteers. BYO coffee.

REALM + via Zoom - 9800 6430

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Realm in Motion Movie Club

Last Fri of the month during school terms. 6pm - 7:30pm. Free popcorn!

For ages 13 - 18 REALM - 9800 6430

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Self-publish with IngramSpark IngramSpark are offering Your Library members the opportunity to set up a title account for free (usually $US49) and turn your novel, poetry, memoir or family history into a beautiful print or ebook (or both). Offer ends 31 July, 2022.

To find out more, visit our website now : yourlibrary.com.au/ingramsparkpromo

Browse events by library ONLINE EVENTS The Backyard Adventurer: Meet Beau Miles - Tues 15 March, 2pm - 3pm 08 Heading South with Tim Richards - Wed 11 May, 11am- 12pm 11 Meet the author: Simon Rowell - Wed 25 May, 2pm - 3pm 11

BAYSWATER Smoothies with Liana - Tues 15 March, 1pm - 3pm 32 Book bingo! - Fri 18 March, 1:30pm - 3pm 40 Your career journey - Thur 24 March, 11am-12pm 22 A walk down memory lane – Mon 28 March - Sat 2 April (opening hours) 05 Games on your iPad - Thur 31 March, 11am - 12pm 17 Résumé workshop - Fri 8 April, 12pm - 3pm 22 Minecraft families - Tues 12 April, 11am-12pm 18 Online researching - Fri 22 April, 2pm-3pm 25 Job search club - Wed 27 April, 1pm-3pm 22 Book folding with Kay (Mother’s day project) - Sat 30 April, 10am - 11:30am 36 Introduction to napkin decoupage with Kay - Mon 30 May, 1:30pm - 3pm 37 Recipe swap social afternoon - First Mon of the month, 1:30pm-3pm 32 Colouring circle for adults - Third Mon of the month, 1:30pm 36 Scrabble - Fourth Mon of the month, 1:30-3:30pm 40 Mahjong afternoons - First Thur of the month, 1:30-3:30pm 40 Board games + virtual reality - First Thur of the month, 5-7pm 40 Knit and Natter - Second Thur of the month, 1:30pm 37 Bayswater Library bookchat - Third Thurs of the month at 1:30pm - 3pm 13 Card games at Bayswater - Fourth Thur of the month, 1:30-3:30pm 40

BELGRAVE The Life of Ludwig Hirschfeld-Mack - Sat, 19 March, 11am-12pm 23 Meet the Artist series: Martha Iserman - Tues 22 March, 2 - 3pm 03 Preparing for cool season planting with The Backyard Vegetable - Wed 23 March, 11am-12pm 33 Adoption & family history - Fri 25 March, 2pm-3pm 24 Ukulele workshops with Ike - throughout March, April & May 39 3D printing & design workshop - Tues 5 April, 11am - 12pm 17 Beautiful book folding with Kay (Easter egg) - Sat 9 April, 10:30am - 12pm 36 Meet the Artist series: Anthony Breslin - Sun 24 April, 2 - 3pm 03

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Celebration of the dahlia - Wed 27 April, 11am - 12pm 34 Meet the author: Lee Kofman - Wed 27 April, 2pm - 3pm 10 Your digital wallet and beyond - Tues 3 May, 11am - 12pm 19 Organic market gardening with Ryan from Muddy Creek Gardens -Wed 18 May, 2pm-3pm 35 Beginner’s guide to family history - Fri 20 May, 10am - 11am 26 Meet the Artist series: Brenda Page - Tues 24 May, 2 - 3pm 03 Reconciliation Week with Wurruck Yambo - Sat 28 May, 11am - 1pm 07 Ranges chess club - Every Tues, 7:30pm-11:30pm during school terms 40 Reader to Reader bookchat - Third Wed of the month at 10:30am - 11:30am 13 Love, peace, harmony meditation – Every Thur 10:30am - 11:30am 29 Board games in the hills - First Thur of the month, 7:30-11:30pm 40 Kanopy Movie Club - Fourth Thur of the month, 1pm-3pm 42 Job search club - First Fri of the month, 10am-12pm 22 Drop in one-on-one career service - First Fri of the month, 1pm-3pm 21 Lyrebird Quilting - Third Sat of the month, 1pm - 4pm 37

BORONIA Digitise your photos – Fri 18 March, 2pm - 3pm 16 Autumn Harvest: plant, produce, seed and recipe swap – Fri 25 March, 2pm -3pm 33 What’s for tea with Tracey – Fri 1 April, 2pm - 3pm 34 Introduction to Family History – Fri 8 April, 2pm-3pm 25 Card making with The Basin Community House - Fri 22 April, 2pm - 3pm 37 Digital photography with The Basin Community House – Fri 20 May, 2pm - 3pm 19 Men’s Health – Sat 21 May, 10am - 12pm 06

CROYDON How to Endo with Bridget Hustwaite – Sat 12 March, 11am-12pm 02 The extraordinary story of Alice Anderson – Tues 22 March, 2pm - 3pm 24 Dame Nellie Melba – Fri 25 March, 10am - 11am 24 Planning for retirement – Wed 6 April, 6pm - 7pm 30 Online safety: recognising scams – Thur 7 April, 2pm - 3pm 17 Video streaming – Thur 5 May, 10am-11am 19 Bombs and barbed wire: with Jeff Steel – Thur 5 May, 2:30-3:30pm 10 Pageturners bookchat – Third Tues of the month at 2pm-4pm 13

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Browse events by library FERNTREE GULLY Knox Festival at Ferntree Gully Library – Sat 5 March, 10am - 5pm 02 Edible gardening in the cooler months with Teresa - Wed 23 March, 3pm -5pm 33 Getting to know your phone – Thur 24 March, 2pm-3pm 16 Book launch with Margaret Pearce – Sat 26 March, 10:30am - 11:30am 09 Hearing Australia – Fri 1 April, 1pm - 4pm 30 Autumn produce, plant, seed and recipe swap - Wed 27 April, 3pm -5pm 35 English records (Family history) – Fri 27 May, 11am-12pm 26 Jobs Victoria Advocates – Every Wednesday, 2pm-4pm 21 Bookchat with Maria – Third Wed of the month at 2pm 13 Colour + colouring for adults - Second Thur of the month, 3:15pm - 4:45pm 36 Knit and crochet for charity - First Fri of the month, 2pm-4pm 37

HEALESVILLE Games and apps for iPads - Tues 8 March, 2pm - 3pm 16 Poetry morning – Sat 19 March, 11:30am - 12:30pm 05 Healesville games group launch - Tues 3 May, 2pm-4pm 40 Korean Immersion Day - Thur 19 May, 2pm - 4pm 06 Healesville bookchat - Third Tues of the month at 2pm 13 Last Tuesday writers group - Last Tues of the month at 2pm 14

KNOX EXPRESS Hands-on Ancestry + Findmypast workshop – Fri 6 May, 3pm - 5pm 26 Brainworks @ the library – Mondays at 9:30am (check website for dates) during school terms 29 Conversation circle – Thursdays at 12:30pm-2:30pm during school terms 42

LILYDALE History of the Yarra Valley Railway – Wed 9 March, 11am - 12pm 23 The art of feedback with Nicolas Brasch – Fri 25 March, 2pm - 3pm 14 Kinley: History of the land which is our newest suburb – Wed 30 March, 11am -12pm 25 Working to achieve a sustainable organic community garden – Thur 21 April, 2pm - 3:30pm 06 Health and fitness apps – Thur 28 April, 2pm - 3pm 18 Breaking the myths of palliative care: it’s more than you think – Fri 29 April, 11am - 12pm 30 Beautiful book folding with Kay (butterfly) – Wed 4 May, 10am - 11:30am 36 Planning for the future with local lawyer Oliver Beaumont – Wed 11 May, 11am - 12:30pm 30 Phone photography 101 – Tues 24 May, 2pm - 3pm 16

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Lilydale bookchat – Third Wed of the month at 10:30am 13 Bookish: The Lilydale Library bookclub – Fourth Wed of the month at 10:30am 13 Creative colouring for adults – First Thur of the month, 2pm 36 Lilydale Lakeside writers group – Fourth Fri of the month at 4pm 14

MONTROSE Beautiful book folding with Kay (bunny) – Sat 19 March, 10am - 11:30am 36 Must-have apps - Thur 31 March, 2:30pm-3:30pm 17 The history of Montrose Cottage - Sat 2 April, 10:15am - 11:45am 05 Introduction to stamp collecting – Tues 10 May, 10am - 11am 39 Breaking the myths of palliative care: it’s more than you think – Wed 18 May, 10am - 11am 30

MOOROOLBARK Jobs Victoria Advocates – Wed, 10am-12pm on 2, 9, 16 & 23 March 21 Phone photography 101 – Fri 18 March, 2pm - 3pm 16 Plant & Seed Swap at Mooroolbark Festival – Sat 19 + Sun 20 March, 10am - 4pm 31 Mooroolbark Festival at Mooroolbark Library – Sat 19 March, 10am - 5pm 04 Grass Roots: Adventures of a suburban lawyer with Alan Alpass – Tues 22 March, 2pm - 3pm 08 Convicts: family history – Fri 25 March, 2pm-3pm 25 A story in pictures: with Jason East Photography – Thur 31 March, 10:30 - 11:15am 05 Your career journey – Thur 28 April, 11am-12pm 22 Temples, monuments and marvels of ancient Egypt – Thur 19 May, 11am-11:45am 26 Managing your files – Fri 20 May, 2pm - 3pm 19 A colourful life: colouring for adults – Second Fri of the month, 2pm 36

REALM Sherlock Homes games night – Fri 11 March, 6pm - 7:30pm 41 Short course showcase and art demonstrations with CAE – Thur 17 March, from 12pm 04 The Silent Listener: Meet Lyn Yeowart – Thur 24 March, 6:30pm - 7:30pm 09 Mythbusting TV forensics – Wed 30 March, 6:30-7:30pm 39 Composting workshops – Sat 7 May, from 10am - 1:30pm 27 Taking sustainable steps with technology – Mon 9 May, 2pm - 3pm 28 Upcycle your own book planter – Fri 20 May, 1pm - 2pm 28 Upcycle it! Turn t-shirts into tote bags – Mon 23 May, 5:30pm - 6:30pm 28 Calling aspiring comic artists! – Thur 7 April, 5pm - 6:30pm 42 Meditation for balance – Every Tues, 6:30pm-7:30pm 29

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Browse events by library REALM (cont).

Dungeons & Dragons – Second Tues of the month, 5:30pm - 7:30pm 41 Magic: the Gathering Club – Fourth Tues of the month, 5:30pm - 6:30pm 41 Realm Readers bookchat – Second Wed of the month at 2pm 13 Cooking the books – Second Thur of the month, 11am 32 Ursula’s bookclub – Third Thur of the month at 6pm 13 Novel Idea bookchat – Last Thur of the month at 6:30pm 13 Conversation Café – Every Fri at 10:30pm-11:30am 42 Realm in Motion Movie Club – Last Fri of the month during school terms, 6pm - 7:30pm 42 Realm board gaming – Second Sat of the month,11am - 4pm 40 Realm writers group – Last Sat of the month at 10am 14

ROWVILLE March market at Rowville Library - Sat 19 March, 10am - 1pm 04 Breaking the myths of palliative care: it’s more than you think - Wed 30 March, 2pm - 3pm 30 Digital Medicine - Thur 21 April, 10am - 11am 18 Meet the author: Truda Olson - Sat 30 April, 2:30pm- 3:30pm 10 Meet the authors of ‘The pick-up’ Fiona Harris & Mike McLeish - Sat 7 May, 2pm - 3pm 10 Résumé workshop - Thur 19 May, 10am-1pm 22 Declutter your wardrobe with Dr DeClutter - Thur 19 May, 6pm - 7:30pm 35 Smarter homes - Wed 25 May, 2pm - 3pm 19 Rowville bookchat - Third Mon of the month at 3pm 13 Knox community chess club - Every Friday at 12:30pm - 5:30pm 40

YARRA JUNCTION Getting to know your phone - Thur 10 March, 2pm-3pm 16 Tillandsia: air plants - Mon 21 March, 2pm - 3:30pm 33 The man, the woman and the Edison phonograph - Mon 28 March, 2pm-3:30pm 25 Travel apps and Google Maps - Thur 7 April, 2pm - 3pm 18 50th anniversary of the Hoddles Creek Red Cross - Mon 23 May, 2pm - 3pm 07 Transportation Photography Expo - Thur 26 + Fri 27 May, 10am - 4:30pm 39 Yarra Junction Planters - Second Mon of the month, 2pm 34 Around words bookchat - First Wed of the month at 11am 13 Around Film - Second Wed of the month, 11am 42 Computer share club - Every Thursday, 2pm-3pm 15 Drop in Fridays: card + chat - Every Friday at 1pm 40

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