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SPRING 2021

WELCOME Spring is upon us and Kingston Libraries is bursting with fun activities for people of all ages to enjoy. This October we will be celebrating the Seniors Festival, and Kingston Libraries is again participating with a wide variety of activities including finance for seniors, games, gardening, author talks, how to downsize and declutter and one not to miss - a literary afternoon with me (see page 4). As always, we are planning a series of talks with great authors, including the very talented Gideon Haigh who’ll be visiting Dingley Village Library in partnership with the Melbourne Writers Festival. For our younger members, the ever-popular Story Lines Writing Competition is on again, plus we are putting on additional spring Storytimes on Saturdays and early evenings. Westall Library also has something to keep young people busy after school with the new Homework Club for primary school students. There have been plenty of changes in our libraries while we’ve been in and out of lockdowns. If you haven’t already, I would recommend you take the time to visit our refreshed Highett Library or bring the little ones along to Parkdale where you’ll see some exciting changes in the children’s area. Finally, don’t miss out on the chance to meet some of our local feathered friends and get ready for the annual Aussie Backyard Bird Count. Hope to see you there. Cr Steve Staikos, Mayor All What’s On events are free. Programming is subject to government health regulations. Programs listed as in-branch may revert to online or be placed on hold if regulations require.

CHRISTIAN WHITE COMES TO CHELTENHAM AUTHOR/SCREENWRITER TALK Monday September 20 6.30pm-7.30pm Cheltenham Library

Christian White is author of The Nowhere Child and The Wife and the Widow, co-writer of the TV series Clickbait and co-writer on the Australian psychological horror film Relic. Bookings required. Visit us online at kingston.vic.gov.au/library/event-white, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch. 2 | Kingston Libraries | What’s On | Spring 2021

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GIDEON HAIGH Saturday 4 September 11am Dingley Village Library

Gideon Haigh shines light on The Brilliant Boy, his biography of Labor opposition leader HV ‘Doc’ Evatt, who imagined a fairer, more progressive Australia during the Menzies years. With Judith Brett. Gideon Haigh has published more than 40 books, and won Premier’s Literary Awards in three states, two Waverley Library Prizes and a Ned Kelly Award for True Crime. Judith Brett is a political historian whose most recent book is From Secret Ballot to Democracy Sausage: How Australia Got Compulsory Voting. In partnership with Melbourne Writers Festival.

FREE EVENT

Bookings required. Visit us online at kingston.vic.gov.au/library/MWF21, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at any library branch. | 3

Share with the Mayor Wednesday 6 October 2pm-4pm Parkdale Library Join the Mayor of Kingston, Cr Steve Staikos, in an afternoon of shared literature. Choose a snippet from your favourite book, poem or song to read aloud.

The Darkest Hour: WWII Tales of Resistance with author Kathryn Gauci Wednesday 6 October 2.30pm-3.30pm Dingley Village Library Join Kathryn Gauci, one of today’s bestselling WWII historical fiction writers, as she talks about the extraordinary men and women who fought for Resistance movements across Europe.

Bookings required.

Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/sf-mayor, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/sf-darkest-hour, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

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ALL EVENTS ARE FREE To see all Kingston Seniors Festival events, collect a Seniors Festival booklet from your local library branch or community hub, or check Council’s website from September. Bookings for all events open in September.

FINANCE FOR SENIORS RUN OVER 3 CONSECUTIVE FRIDAYS Age pension – your choices

Downsizing and Superannuation

Income Streams

8 October 10.30am-11.30am Patterson Lakes Library

15 October 10.30am-11.30am Patterson Lakes Library

22 October 10.30am-11.30am Patterson Lakes Library

Expert advice from Financial Information Services on the age pension.

Expert advice from Financial Information Services on downsizing and how to top up your super.

Expert advice from Financial Information Services on self-funded retirement.

Bookings required.

Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/sf-finance3, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/sf-finance2, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/sf-finance, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

Note: Information provided is of a general nature only. Please consult an expert for tailored advice that suits your needs.

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IN THE GARDEN WITH KAYE ROBERTS-PALMER Food Forests for Balcony Gardens

Seed Raising Workshop

Thursday 7 October 11.00am-12pm Highett Library

Thursday 7 October 2pm-3pm Highett Library

Let garden designer Kaye RobertsPalmer inspire you with clever planting, how to choose the right pots, build micro-climates and create a burgeoning balcony garden.

A workshop with garden designer Kaye Roberts-Palmer to introduce you to propagating from seed. Discover how to keep your seedlings healthy and what to watch for when you plant out.

Bookings required.

Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/sf-food-gardens, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/sf-seed-raising, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

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KINGSTON LIVING LIBRARY PROJECT

YOUR STORY STARTS HERE. Kingston Libraries is looking for seniors in our community with funny, interesting, and inspiring stories to tell. If you know someone who would be willing to tell their story for up to 15 minutes, and be video-recorded for posterity, let us know. Once recorded, our living library books will be featured on Kingston LibraryTube.

This pilot project is designed to promote understanding, break down prejudice and embrace senior members of our community by valuing their history and culture. It is inspired by the Human Library© concept started in Copenhagen twenty years ago. The project will culminate in a launch event later in the year and some live storytelling by the participants with a Q&A session.

Please contact us on 1300 135 668 or email library@kingston.vic.gov.au and a form will be sent to you to fill out.

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AUTHOR TALK

Journey of a Lost Manuscript Thursday 14 October 2pm-3pm Dingley Village Library This amazing adventure could be straight from the pages of Alice in Wonderland. Lorraine Smith’s discovery of a mysterious 16th century manuscript in her Warrnambool bookshop led her on a long journey across Australia and to the other side of the world.

Bookings required. Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/library/sf-lost-manuscript, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

Downsizing & Decluttering Take a Virtual Trip Monday 18 October 11am-12pm Cheltenham Library

Tuesday 19 October 1.30pm-2.30pm Cheltenham Library

Relax. Take a seat and explore amazing places around the world through the wonders of Virtual Reality Technology.

Downsizing, whether to retirement living or simply a smaller home, can certainly be daunting. Mary Harnan is a home sorting, downsizing and decluttering specialist from Allsorters and has all the tips and tricks to tackle the tricky task of sorting ‘stuff’.

Bookings required.

Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/sf-virtual-trip, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/sf-downsizing, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

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Picnic in the Library

Golden Age Social LEGO®

Thursday 21 October 10.30am-11.30am Westall Library

Thursday 21 October 10.30am 11.30am Dingley Village Library

Visit the library with the grandchild or pre-schooler in your life. Share the joy of books together. There will be cake, cookies and a take home bag of goodies.

Did you know, LEGO® has been entertaining the young and young at heart since 1942? Come on in to Dingley Village Library, bring your grandchild and have some LEGO® fun.

Bookings required. Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/sf-picnic, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

Bookings required. Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/sf-lego, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

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Contact the Library for more information about the events below. Knit and Natter Wednesday 27 October 2pm-3pm Patterson Lakes Library Come with your current project and join a friendly gathering of fellow knitters for a natter. Crocheters welcome too.

Tech for Seniors Every Tuesday in October 10am-5pm Clarinda Library Do you need help with your smartphone, laptop, iPad or tablet? Every Tuesday during the Kingston Seniors Festival a friendly team member from the Library will be available to assist you.

Classic Short Story Chats Every Thursday in October 11am-1pm Moorabbin Library Imagine a machine that can produce a classic short story with the wave of your hand. Grab a classic from our Short Story Dispenser and enjoy a chat at Moorabbin Library any Thursday during Seniors Month. 10 | Kingston Libraries | What’s On | Spring 2021

2021 STORY LINES

WRITING COMPETITION

FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH

NOW OPEN Write a short story or poem of up to 500 words for your chance to win great prizes. Entries close Sunday 19 September.

ENTER FOR SOME GREAT PRIZES

There are four age categories covering ages 5 to 16. Entry forms available from all library branches or at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/story-lines

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

TURNING BACK TIME

From Monday 20 September to Friday 1 October Kingston Libraries will be running holiday activities at a variety of branches. Events include an author talk with Anna Ciddor, Dinosaurs & Fossils presentations by Museums Victoria, Dreadful Dragons theatre shows by Carp Productions, retro games, historical themed Escape Room, Grandparent Storytime, Pirate craft, and drop-in LEGO® and craft sessions, plus more.

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SATURDAY

BEDTIME

STORYTIME

In addition to our regular storytimes throughout the week, we also have fortnightly sessions on Saturdays at 10:30am at selected branches.

Take advantage of this great opportunity for an after-dinner storytime session for families with young children on Monday and Wednesday evenings at 6.30pm at selected branches.

For more information and details of session dates and locations, go to kingston.vic.gov. au/library/kids-activities or check our Children + Families Jul-Dec 2021 program guide.

HOMEWORK CLUB HOMEWORK HELP FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL KIDS FROM PREP TO GRADE 6.

This club provides the time and space to complete your homework and engage in some fun learning activities with other families. The group is run by parent volunteers, while library staff can help you find information in the library. Where and When: Westall Library Weekly on Thursdays (during school terms only) 4pm-5.30pm Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/events, by phoning 1300 135 668 or in person at any library branch. 12 | Kingston Libraries | What’s On | Spring 2021

NEW

BACKYARD Bird Count Saturday 16 October | 11am-12pm Cheltenham Library

Suitable for all ages Meet a local birder from BirdLife Bayside who will take us on a ramble to a nearby park to locate and identify our local feathered friends using the Aussie Bird Count App. Get ready for the annual Aussie Backyard Bird Count (Oct 18-24) and have fun getting to know the birds around your home. Bookings required. Places are limited so get in quick. For more information and to book, phone 1300 135 668, go to kingston.vic.gov.au/library/bird-count, or ask at any library branch. | 13

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SOFIE LAGUNA

Thursday 25 November 2pm-3pm Cheltenham Library Infinite Splendours is the incandescent new novel from the acclaimed Miles Franklin winner, Sofie Laguna. Talk followed by book sales and signing. Bookings required. Book online at kingston.vic.gov.au/ library/event-laguna, by phone on 1300 135 668, or in person at a library branch.

Tech Tryouts Program AGES 15+

Drop into a Tech Tryouts session at one of our branches to explore, discover and have a go at using technology and products that are fast becoming part of everyday life.

Location

Cheltenham Library

Parkdale Library

Chelsea Library

September

Health tech apps

October

Robots

November

Virtual Reality

Day of Month Time

2nd Friday 2pm-3pm

3rd Thursday 2.30pm-3.30pm

4th Friday 10.30am-11.30am

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SPRING READS All titles available from Kingston Libraries

MOVIE CLUB K I N GSTO N L I B R A R I E S P R E S E N TS

Drop into our free monthly movie screenings.

So You Think You Know What’s Good for You? Dr Norman Swan

WHERE & WHEN:

Patterson Lakes Library 2:30pm – 4:30pm First Tuesday of the month

Suitable for adults. Tea and coffee provided.

When You Are Mine Michael Robotham

For further information: visit kingston.vic.gov.au/library, phone 1300 135 668, or ask in person at any library branch.

One Last Stop Casey McQuiston

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Ancestry.com Library Edition Available from Home Get started on your family history research for free from Kingston Libraries. Until 31 December 2021 you can access Ancestry Library Edition from home, in addition to in the Library. This online database has international coverage for England, Scotland and Wales, plus USA and Canada. To access from home, go to kingston.vic.gov.au/library/ family-history and follow the link under Ancestry to our online catalogue. For more help with your family history research visit kingston.vic.gov.au/library/family-history.

Where are Kingston Libraries’ Short Story Dispensers?

Have you spotted one out and about in Kingston recently? Check our website for current locations (kingston.vic.gov.au/library/shortstory-dispensers) and print a free 5, 3 or 1 minute short story to read on the go.

FIND YOUR NEAREST BRANCH Chelsea: 1 Chelsea Rd Cheltenham: 12 Stanley Ave Clarinda: 58A Viney St Dingley Village: 31C Marcus Rd Highett: 310 Highett Rd Moorabbin: Shop 5, 1 Taylor St Parkdale: 96 Parkers Rd Patterson Lakes: 54 Thompson Rd Westall Library: 35 Fairbank Rd Clayton South

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PLEASE NOTE: Programs listed in this edition are correct at time of printing. For further information visit kingston.vic.gov.au/library or ph 1300 135 668. Popular events may offer a waiting list. Speak to your friendly library staff for assistance.