Kingston Libraries - What's On October - December 2023

WELCOME

Winter is behind us and it’s time to explore our neighbourhoods. There’s no better starting point than our great libraries and with so much on offer you won’t be disappointed.

For all you avid readerslocal writer Claire Halliday is in conversation with popular singers Vika and Linda Bull about their memoir No Bull and debut authors Steph Vizard and Alli Parker are talking about their exciting new novels The Love Contract and At the Foot of the Cherry Tree.

If books aren’t your thing, how about getting a little more hands on?

CELEBRATING SENIORS FESTIVAL

Learn traditional weaving with First Nations Koorie woman Taylah Eid or learn to play chess –you know you’ve always thought about it!

Are you interested in tracing your family history? We’re running a fascinating introduction to conducting the necessary research.

For those of you lucky enough to have a holiday on the horizon, a great ‘Travel with Technology’ session will take you through essential apps, using your smartphone and tablet overseas and so much more.

Throughout October our libraries have a range of events for our 55+ year olds as part of Seniors Festival – author talks, workshops, info sessions and more!

For our junior Kingstonites there’s a Halloween spooktacular at Clarinda Library and some spooky craft fun at all open libraries on 28, 29 and 30 October.

I have barely scratched the surface. Read the booklet, choose something wonderful and get out there and enjoy!

Cr Hadi Saab Mayor, City of

Kingston

Kingston Seniors Festival returns with more than 100 free and low cost activities and events this October.

To see all events and activities collect a Seniors Festival booklet

from your local library branch, community hub, or selected supermarkets, or check Council’s website.

For more information: kingston.vic.gov.au/ seniors-festival

ALL WHAT’S ON EVENTS ARE FREE! Book events in person at any library branch or online at library.kingston.vic.gov.au/events, or phone 1300 135 668.

The City of Kingston proudly acknowledges the Bunurong People of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of this land, and we pay our respect to their Elders, past and present and emerging.

VIKA AND LINDA BULL

IN CONVERSATION WITH LOCAL WRITER CLAIRE HALLIDAY

Kingston Arts Centre

979-985 Nepean Hwy

Moorabbin

Monday 30 October

Parking available under Kingston City Hall. No permit required.

Doors open 6pm.

Event commences

6.30pm - 7.30pm

Book signings

7.30pm - 8pm

Books and drinks will be available to purchase on the night.

Bookings required. Online library.kingston.vic. gov.au/linda-vika-bull

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any library branch

Vika and Linda Bull began their careers as backing singers and collaborators to some of Australia’s biggest artists. Their unflinchingly honest memoir, No Bull, sees the sisters reflect on the highs and lows they’ve navigated across three tumultuous decades in the music industry, from growing up as dark-skinned girls in 1970s Doncaster, to stepping into the spotlight (and confronting some personal demons in between).

Claire Halliday is an experienced journalist, copywriter, and author.

DIGITAL DEVICE WORKSHOPS DON’T GET LEFT BEHIND IN THE DIGITAL AGE

Cheltenham Library

Wednesday 4 October 2pm - 3.30pm

Chelsea Library

Monday 9 October 2pm - 3.30pm

Parkdale Library

Friday 27 October 11am - 12:30pm

Bookings required.

Bring your own Smartphone or iPad and library staff can assist you and answer any questions you have. iPads will also be available to practice on and borrow if you wish to. It will be a fun learning environment.

Chelsea Library

Thursday 5 October 2pm - 3pm

Includes book sales.

Bookings required.

Dawn is the first-born hearing child of Deaf parents. Growing up in post-war suburban Melbourne, Dawn constantly crossed between languages and cultures as she witnessed people’s varying attitudes towards differences. As a teacher of English, Literature, and Drama, Dawn sought to challenge how voices of displacement, diversity, and personal histories influence expectations and outcomes.

AUSLAN accessible event with AUSLAN interpreter in attendance.

All Library Seniors Festival events are free.

Call 1300 135 668 Online library. kingston.vic.gov.au/ seniors-festival

HOW TO BOOK

In person at any library branch

AUSTRALIAN NATIVE BOTANICAL ART WITH ILLUSTRATOR RACHEL GYAN

Cheltenham Library

Tuesday 10 October 2pm - 3pm

Bookings required. Unravel the wonder and creativity of Australian native plants in a hands-on workshop with illustrator, Rachel Gyan.

This mindful art practice will connect participants to the natural world and inspire limitless possibilities for future at-home creations.

All Library Seniors

Festival events are free.

Call 1300 135 668

Online library. kingston.vic.gov.au/ seniors-festival

In person at any library branch

Parkdale Library

Wednesday 18 October 2pm - 3pm

Bookings required.

FINDING THE HISTORY OF YOUR HOUSE WRITE YOUR STORY TO WELLNESS WITH ANNETTE SUBHANI FROM NEW PATHWAYS COACHING AND EDUCATION

An informative session for those interested in discovering the history of your house. Genealogy tools such as Ancestry and FindMyPast, and research tips and tricks, will be used to assist you on your history journey.

REGULAR PROGRAMS

Don’t forget our regular programs, free to drop into:

Brain Training, Book Chatters and Chelsea Tuesdays.

See pages 15 - 17 for details.

Chelsea Library

Monday 23 October 10.30am - 12pm

Bookings required.

We are all experts and storytellers, but we often overlook the stories we tell ourselves, and the internal emotions and worries that we carry. Join this hands-on workshop to explore your own story of life through a holistic wellbeing lens. Participants will leave with highlights of the past, a sense of healing, and holistic wellbeing strategies for the future.

MONEY CHECK UP BUDGETING

Cheltenham Library

Wednesday 8 November 2pm - 3pm

Bookings required. Online library. kingston.vic.gov.au/ money-check-up

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any library branch

Money troubles can add to your stress. Sometimes money doesn’t stretch far enough and finding the right help can be difficult.

Come along to a free Money Check Up information session with Financial Counselling Victoria to find out what resources and assistance are available to help you stay on track with your money.

This session will include opportunities to ask questions and be connected with free, confidential and independent support from local financial counsellors.

Chelsea Library

Session 1

Thursday 23 November 11am - 2pm

Session 2

Thursday 30 November 11am - 2pm

This is a two-part workshop. Attendance at both sessions is essential.

Bookings required. Online library.kingston. vic.gov.au/budgeting

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any library branch

Do you want to learn how to manage your money better, save more, spend less, and achieve your financial goals?

If so, this basic budgeting course is for you. You will learn the fundamentals of budgeting, such as how to track your income and expenses, how to create a realistic budget, and how to stick to it. You will also learn some tips and tricks to reduce your spending, increase your savings, and avoid debt.

By the end of this course, you will have the skills and confidence to take control of your finances and live within your means.

Presented by Chelsea Community Support Services.

INTRODUCTION TO FAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH

Chelsea Library

Thursday 2 November 2pm - 3pm

Bookings required. Online library.kingston. vic.gov.au/familyhistory-intro

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any library branch

Are you interested in tracing your family history? Are you uncertain about where to start?

In this introductory session participants will be guided in how to begin researching their family tree and discover useful family history resources. Presented by Kingston Libraries staff.

Learn tips and hints to help your search using:

• Ancestry Library Edition

• FindMyPast

• Births, Deaths and Marriages Victoria

• Trove

• Family Search

Bring your questions along. There will also be an opportunity to arrange a separate one-on-one session with a library staff member to further your research if you wish.

INTRODUCTION TO CHESS

Parkdale Library

Friday 3 November

4.30pm - 5.30pm

All ages

Bookings required. Online library.kingston. vic.gov.au/chess

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any library branch

Have you always been intrigued by the strategic game of chess, but need to start with the basics?

If so, join us for this friendly fun introduction to one of the world’s oldest and most popular games.

TRADITIONAL WEAVING WITH TAYLAH EID

Clarinda Library

Tuesday 14 November 3pm - 4.30pm

Ages 16+

Cheltenham Library

Tuesday 14 November 6pm - 7.30pm

Ages 16+

Bookings required. Online library.kingston. vic.gov.au/weaving

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any library branch

Taylah Eid is a First Nations Koorie woman indigenous textile designer, artist and educator based in Naarm.

Join Taylah in making traditional Indigenous weaving.

TRAVEL WITH TECHNOLOGY

Chelsea Library

Thursday 16 November 2pm - 3.30pm

Bookings required. Online library.kingston. vic.gov.au/travel-tech

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any library branch

Travelling this summer? Join us to learn some tips for making the most of the tech that you’ll be taking with you, and what to do to get set up before you go.

This presentation will cover:

% Useful travel apps

% Using technology on holiday

% eSafety

% Connecting to the internet while overseas

% Mobile phone plans and eSIMS

PRESENTED BY STAY IN TOUCH

Photo: Taylah Eid inside Indigenous Art from the NGV Collection.

STEPH VIZARD MEET DEBUT AUTHORS

Chelsea Library

Tuesday 17 October

6.30pm - 7.30pm

Includes book sales.

Bookings required. Online library.kingston. vic.gov.au/steph-vizard

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any

Steph Vizard is an Australian writer and lawyer. Her debut romantic comedy, The Love Contract, won the 2022 HarperCollins Banjo Prize for an unpublished manuscript.

The Love Contract is a warm, witty enemiesto-lovers romance. Zoe is single by choice but she desperately needs a babysitter so she can return to work.

A TuesdaysChelsea Event.

After being mistaken for the father of the child, workaholic Will realizes it will help his career prospects if he goes along with the error, takes parental leave, and helps Zoe out. What could possibly go wrong?

ALLI PARKER

Cheltenham Library

Wednesday 6 December 2pm - 3pm

Includes book sales.

Bookings required. Online library.kingston. vic.gov.au/alli-parker

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any library branch.

At the Foot of the Cherry Tree is based on the incredible true story of Alli Parker’s grandparents.

Gordon, an Australian soldier, meets Cherry, a survivor of the atomic bomb, in Japan in the aftermath of WWII.

Against all odds they fall in love and marry but then discover that the White Australia Policy prevents Gordon bringing Cherry and their children home. Gordon has to battle his own family and the government for acceptance.

Over seven years and across two countries, this deeply moving novel tells the story of a love so powerful it changes Australia forever.

Photo credit: Miranda Stokkel

BILINGUAL CHILD MONTH

Bilingual Child Month recognises bilingual children who know two or more languages and understand multiple cultures.

Join us during October for some special storytimes where we will sing songs, read books, and learn rhymes in different languages. Share in this opportunity to celebrate and share languages with one another.

GERMAN BILINGUAL STORYTIMES

Parkdale Library

Tuesday 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 October 2:30pm - 3pm

ALL WELCOME! NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED.

SPANISH BILINGUAL STORYTIMES

Chelsea Library

Friday 6, 13, 20 & 27 October 10:30am - 11am

JAPANESE BILINGUAL

STORYTIMES

Cheltenham Library

Thursday 5, 12, 19 & 26 October 10:30am - 11am

MULTILINGUAL STORYTIMES

Westall Library

Tuesday 3 October 10:30am - 11am

Monday 9 October 2:30pm - 3pm

Wednesday 18 October 2:30pm - 3pm

Friday 27 October 10:30am - 11am

Tuesday 31 October 2:30pm - 3pm

HALLOWEEN

CARP THEATRE: CHEEKY LITTLE

Clarinda Library

Tuesday 31 October 5pm - 6pm

Ages 4-12

Bookings required. Online library.kingston. vic.gov.au/cheekylittle-monsters

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any library branch

MONSTERS

Monsters can be sweet, giggly, stinky, spooky or cheeky. Which kind of monster do you like? Make a Boo Stew! Learn the Monster Mash! Join us for a Monster Hunt! It’s spooktacular!

DROP-IN SPOOKY HALLOWEEN CRAFT

Saturday 28, Sunday 29 & Monday 30 October

All open libraries

No bookings required.

Creep on into our libraries for some horrifying Halloween paper crafts. Don’t worry we don’t bite… much.

October - December 2023

SPEECHIE TALKS IN NOVEMBER

Do you have a child between 0–5 years old? Would you like to help develop their language and literacy skills?

Speech pathologists work with children and families to help to build the foundations on which literacy skills develop and help support a healthy transition into literacy.

Meet your local speech pathologist, enjoy a reading of one of Speech Pathology Australia’s Book of the Year 2023 winning books and find out more about how you can support your child’s language and literacy development at home.

Check out the website for dates, times, and locations: library. kingston.vic.gov.au

CHRISTMAS STORYTIMES

Ho Ho Ho! Join us as we sleigh into Christmas and summer with our regular Storytimes celebrating the holidays.

Sessions commence Monday 4 December through till our last session for 2023 on Friday 15 December.

BIG SUMMER READ

The Big Summer Read Competition commences on Friday 1 December and closes Wednesday 31 January. The competition is open to children and

youth aged 5-16 who can read independently.

Keep an eye on our website for more details.

PRIZES TO BE WON!

SPRING & SUMMER READS

Looking for some fantastic books to dive into this spring and summer? We’ve got you covered!

For more great reads visit library.kingston. vic.gov.au/catalogue

SPRING FAIR

Visit us at Spring Fair on Saturday 21 October!

This community festival will be held at Keeley Park in Clayton South, 10am to 4pm. Join us for storytime, craft and free tote bags (limited quantities).

Lola in the Mirror Trent Dalton

The Exchange John Grisham

The List Yomi Adegoke

Bee Miles Rose Ellis

The Last Devil to Die Richard Osman

Darling Girls Sally Hepworth

REGULAR LIBRARY PROGRAMS

Tech Help Tea &Tech

Westall Library

Weekly on Mondays 10.30am - 11.30am

Come for a cuppa and a chat. Meet new people and explore the digital world in a comfortable and safe environment. Gain new skills and confidence in using your own device, and explore different types of technologies like Virtual Reality, mBots and more.

Tea and coffee provided. No bookings required.

Dingley Library

Weekly on Mondays 10.30am - 11.30am

Chelsea Library

Weekly on Wednesdays 1pm - 2pm

Cheltenham Library

Weekly on Mondays

2pm - 3pm

Come along and give your brain a workout with activities such as quizzes, memory puzzles and word searches.

No bookings required.

Chelsea Library

Weekly on Fridays

2pm - 3pm

Need help using your phone, tablet or laptop, or accessing a government service such as MyGov?

Drop in for some free, friendly assistance from Library staff.

Chelsea Library – Weekly on Tuesdays

Week 1: Movie Night

Week 2: Games Night

Week 3: Special Events

Week 4: Book Chatters

Week 5: Board Games

REGULAR LIBRARY PROGRAMS

FAMILY GROUP HISTORY DIGITAL LITERACY

CLASSES

Parkdale Library

3rd Tuesday of the month

2pm - 3pm

17 October

21 November

Unlock your family history. Bring your questions and discoveries to share and learn from one another. Staff will share latest news and how-to hints.

Bring your own device (phone, tablet or laptop).

Bookings required.

Online library.kingston. vic.gov.au/family-historygroup

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any branch

A set of 4 workshops for people aged 55+ with little experience with devices.

An Apple iPad will be loaned. Content includes using apps, online safety, and important websites.

Classes are scheduled periodically throughout the year. To express your interest in joining a class please contact the library via:

Phone 1300 135 668

Online library.kingston.vic. gov.au/digital-literacy

In person at any library branch

Novelty Writers Group

We run a writing group bi-monthly at Chelsea Library on the second and fourth Friday of the month from 10.30am - 11.30am.

To check group availability and for more information:

Online library.kingston.vic.gov.au/novelty-writers

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any branch

Cheltenham

4th Wednesday of the month

6.30pm - 7.30pm

25 October

22 November

Parkdale

1st Friday of the month

10.30am - 11.30am

6 October

3 November

1 December

Chelsea

4th Tuesday of the month

6.30pm - 7.30pm

24 October

28 November

Drop into our book chatters group to share a cuppa with fellow book lovers.

No bookings required.

More information:

Online library.kingston.vic.gov.

au/book-chatters

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any library branch

YA CHAT YOUNG WRITERS GROUP BOOK GROUPS

Parkdale Library

Fortnightly on Tuesdays 4:30pm - 5:30pm

10 October

24 October

21 November

5 December

Are you keen to hang out with like-minded young adults? Come and chat about pop culture, music, TV, books…anything really!

Snacks provided. No bookings required. Program runs during school terms only.

Supported by Kingston Youth Services.

Kingston City Council acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government.

More information:

Online library.kingston.vic. gov.au/ya-chat

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any branch

Cheltenham Library

Fortnightly on Wednesdays 5pm - 6pm

4 October 18 October

1 November 15 November

29 November

13 December

A fortnightly activity for teens aged 13 to 17 years old, interested in developing their creative writing. Develop your writing skills, share your work, and meet with other young writers.

Program runs during school terms only.

More information:

Online library.kingston. vic.gov.au/young-writersgroup

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any branch

We run book groups across various branches. Book sets are supplied by the library. Contact us to check group availability and to join.

More information:

Online library.kingston.vic. gov.au/book-groups

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any branch

EXTERNAL BOOK CLUB SETS

We have book sets of 10 per title available to loan to external book clubs. See a list of available titles on our website.

More information:

Online library.kingston. vic.gov.au/independentbook-groups

Phone 1300 135 668

In person at any branch

DON’T FORGET OUR DIGITAL LIBRARY

Access a world of information and free resources.

Access Australia

Explore credible, vetted news sources from across Australia to stay informed on events, people and issues. Features a variety of local, regional, and national news including The Australian, The Age, Herald Sun and Australian Financial Review.

LinkedIn Learning

Access lessons in business, software, technology and creative skills.

eBooks & eAudiobooks

BorrowBox has hundreds of adult, young adult and junior books to borrow.

NoveList PLUS

Recommendations crafted by experts for discovering your next great read.

Flipster for Choice Magazine

Instant access to Choice magazine in an easy-to-read digital format.

Movie Streaming

Kanopy provides a selection of over 30,000 local, world and awardwinning movies, documentaries and informational videos.

Family history databases available for use in the Library library.kingston.vic.gov.au/family-history

Digital Magazines

Libby offers over 1000 popular titles in English, Italian, Chinese and other languages.

Ancestry Library Edition provides international coverage for England, Scotland, Wales, US and Canada. FindMyPast has an extensive records collection for Australasia, UK, Ireland and the US.

View the Digital Library webpage: library.kingston.vic.gov.au/digital-library or scan the QR. Have your library card and PIN handy to be able to connect. For children’s Digital Library resources click on the Kids tab.

DIGITISATION STATION

Cheltenham Library’s digitisation station allows you to:

% Convert vinyl records to WAV or MP3 files

% Convert VHS videos to digital video files

% Convert photos, slides and negatives to digital jpeg files

% Convert cassette tapes to MP3 files

How do I book a session?

• Bookings are for up to 3 hours, one per week per person (morning or afternoon session)

• To go on the EOI/waiting list please fill out this form on the library website: library.kingston.vic.gov.au/digitisation-station

• You will be contacted when a time becomes available

OUR REGULAR LIBRARY PROGRAMS GO INTO RECESS FROM MID-DECEMBER AND RESUME IN FEBRUARY. FOR MORE SPECIFIC INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR FAVOURITE ACTIVITY PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE. ALSO CHECK FOR OPERATING HOURS OVER THE CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR BREAK.

TO REDUCE YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT CONSIDER GETTING TO OUR EVENTS BY USING PUBLIC TRANSPORT IF AVAILABLE, CAR SHARING, OR WALKING OR CYCLING INSTEAD OF DRIVING.

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

Parkdale: 96 Parkers Rd

Patterson Lakes: 54 Thompson Rd

Westall: 35 Fairbank Rd Clayton South

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