The oldest known library motto in the world is translated as “the house of healing for the soul”, located above the book chamber of King Ramses II of Egypt. 3000 years later, you can still heal your soul at the library – find out more by looking through this brochure or chatting to our friendly staff.
Joseph Cullen Chief Executive Bookings are required wherever this icon appears ‘Hush, can you hear it? The rustling in the grass, Bringing you the welcome news That Winter’s day is past.’ It must be spring by May Fenn
• The magic hour : 100 poems from the Tuesday Afternoon Poetry Club by Charlotte Moore. • or listen to the audio of The poetry pharmacy: tried-and-true prescriptions for the heart, mind and soul by William Sieghart. Give it a go. You never know, you might enjoy it! Did you know that reading books can benefit your health? It’s called bibliotherapy. Books have been used to change behaviour or reduce stress since the Middle Ages.
Here is a Spring challenge - try some poetry! Poems can be more than readings at weddings and funerals.
If you are not sure where to start, try one of these:
• How to enjoy poetry by Frank Skinner
CE’s welcome Spring is the time to rejuvenate your body and soul.
Time also to start giving back to the earth. You can do both by joining one of our gardening clubs. Your fellow gardeners will share the secrets of successful growing to get your green thumb in shape for spring!
Why not collect some seeds from our Seed Library? A free service aiming to cultivate a thriving community of gardeners and seed savers, while building knowledge, selfreliance, and a culture of sharing.
Inside this issue 0802112021232733353841455259656872Sustainable spring Our BrowseFunOutCreativeHomeHealthOurSavvyCareerAdultAdultTechWriteBookchatsBehindcommunitythebook+Bookclubsnow!101LearnersWeekliteracyjump-startseniorshistory+lifestyle+garden+craftyoftheordinary+friendshipeventsbylibraryHowtobookintoanevent: Visit events.yourlibrary.com.au and select desired event to book in. Where there is a charge, payment is required at time of booking. You can also visit your local branch and ask a staff member to book you into the event of your choice, or call 1300 737 277.
SPRINGSUSTAINABLE Tues 6 Sept - Fri 8 Sept, 9am - 5pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au Have you been left with toys, games and books in good condition that your children have outgrown and you’re looking for something new? Empty those toy boxes and bookshelves and bring them down to Ferntree Gully Library to swap with others. Donations will be accepted from Monday 29 August, or just bring them with you on the day. Leftover goods will be donated to charity. FREE Tues 6 September, 1pm - 2:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au Get your seeds off to a great start and learn how to fold your old newspapers into eco-friendly seedling pots. Fun and easy to make, they are a great way to recycle your old newspapers and a sustainable way of raising seedlings. Followed by Bayswater’s monthly ‘Plant and Harvest Swap’. FREEToy, book & puzzle swap Newspaper seedling pots with Heather Join us for these sensational spring workshops, where the spotlight is on sustainability. Save money while leaving a much lighter footprint! 02
Wed 14 September, 1pm - 3pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au Come in and find a bargain, at First Impressions Clothing, Mooroolbark’s Pop-Up shop inside Mooroolbark Library! Located in the Mooroolbark Terrace, the FICE team will have stock to sell, along with information about the additional services are available for the community. Sat 10 September, 10am, 11am & 12pm Realm - 9800 6430 Wed 21 September, 10am - 10:45am Croydon Library - 9800 6448 Bookings: School-and-community-waste-educationResidents-property/Waste-rubbish/www.maroondah.vic.gov.au/ From May 2023, Maroondah residents will be able to put their food waste to good use, with a food and garden organics (FOGO) waste collection service. To help residents collect food waste, each household will receive a kitchen caddy and compostable liners. If you don’t want to receive a caddy and liners, you will have the opportunity to opt-out. Come along to a drop-in Q&A session to learn more. Sessions run for approx. 45 mins. FREE Wed 14 September 1:30pm - 3pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 Wed 21 September, 1pm - 2:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Tues 27 September, 2pm - 3pm Boronia Library - 9800 6488 Thur 6 October, 1:30pm - 2:30pm Rowville Library - 9800 6443 Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au What are these new bins that you’re seeing other councils begin to roll out, and when will Knox City Council being the process? Come and have all your questions answered by a Knox Waste Education Officer at this informative session. FREE Food and Organics Waste Collection Q&A Session How to reduce your household waste and recycle properly First ClothingImpressionsExchange pop-up 03
04 Thur 22 September, 2pm - 3pm Boronia Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6488 Do you have left over vegetables in your fridge at the end of the week? Don’t let them go to waste! Join us for this sustainable cooking demonstration where Tracey will teach you how to make a delicious and nutritious vegetable soup.FREESustainable veggie soup - with Tracey Thur 29 September, 1:30pm - 2:30pm Lilydale Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6457 Come and meet Helen and Ken from Lilydale Community Gardens Inc. to participate in Lilydale’s plant swap, and chat about what’s growing in your garden. They’ll be covering topics of seeds, cuttings and propagating. FREE Sat 1 October, 11am - 12pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au Come along to Little Bumble’s popular DIY masterclass to learn all about food wraps and bust some important myths.FREEAllabout seeds, cuttings and propagating with Lilydale Community Gardens Inc. Little Bumble masterclass: professional DIY reusable food wraps Sat 17 September, 11am - 12pm Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 Mon 21 November, 2pm - 3:30pm Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 events.yourlibrary.com.au Learn how to counter the negative effects of conventional burials on the environment. Join Tamsin from Eco Burials to understand your rights and options when navigating end of life choices. FREE Heaven and Earth Eco Burials
Wed 5 October, 12:30pm -1:30pm Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448
Mon 24 October, 2pm - 3pm Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462
Thur 13 October, 6:30pm - 7:30pm Belgrave Library - 9800 6489
Solar Savers
Fri 14 October, 2pm - 3pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457
Wed 5 October 10am - 11am Montrose Library - 9800 6490
Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480
Thur 6 October, 6pm - 7pm
Wed 5 October, 11:15am - 12:15pm Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448
Join our session to learn how to set up, maintain and use a compost bin at home. All types of compost bins will be discussed including the very popular eco tumbler, followed by a Q&A session. FREE Presented by Cultivating Community in partnership with Maroondah Council.
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This workshop will provide you with an outline of the ins and outs of worm farms, followed by a Q&A session. There will also be examples of worm farms and other composting systems to help you decide what best suits your household. FREE Presented by Cultivating Community in partnership with Maroondah Council.
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, followed by a Q&A session. FREE Presented by Cultivating Community in partnership with Maroondah Council.
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Join Yarra Ranges Council’s sustainability team to hear about the Solar Savers program and energy kits for hire, so you can start decreasing your energy bill and take more control over your energy consumption this year. FREE
Wed 5 October, 10am - 11am Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448
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Get prepared for Christmas ahead of time, embrace the magic of the season, and shower love on our planet, all at the same time! Come along and enjoy some time with friends (new or old), and make a Christmas craft that is both beautiful and sustainable.
Fri 14 October, 11am - 12:30pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489
Do you have a favourite piece of clothing that is looking the worse for wear? In this workshop, you will learn how to make the clothes you love last by repairing, embellishing, and making them a delight to wear again. Textile artist Tamara Russel, will teach some sewing basics, sashiko running stitch, along with other stitches and ways to apply patches. Suitable for beginners and more experienced stitchers.
Come along for an interactive and engaging medicinal permaculture workshop. Designed to give you not only earthy knowledge and skill, but the inspiration and empowerment to continue your reconnection with the natural environment. FREE Medicinal permaculture systems
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Join Donna from Recycled Roots and Leaves, a unique plant rescue centre located in Monbulk, for this informative talk about her passion for plants, reducing waste, and what you can do to help. FREE Visible mending: Fix your clothes creatively Recycled Roots and Leaves Fri 7 October, 2pm - 3:30pm Thur 13 October, 1:30pm - 3:30pm Mon 17 October, 10am - 11:30am Thur 27 October, 2pm - 3:30pm Thur 3 November, 2pm 3:30pm Fri 11 November, 1:30pm - 3pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430
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Sat 8 October, 11am - 12:30pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489 Are you looking for healthier, vegan, and more natural eco-friendly beauty products? In this introductory workshop, Lily from Mademoiselle Organic will teach you how to create 100% natural beauty products like make-up remover, face serum, and body scrubs. COST $10 DIY organic skincare Sat 12 November, 10am -2pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au Pick up a unique gift for the ones you love at this delightful Saturday market in the grounds of Millers Homestead. There will be secondhand books, good quality pre-loved gifts and handmade items by local craftspeople. Storytimes and craft will keep the little ones entertained. FREE For stall enquiries, email support@erl.vic.gov.au or call 0438 284 989. 07 Pre-loved & makers’ market at Miller’s Homestead Adult clothing swap Fri 21 October, 10am - 5pm & Sat 22 October, 10am - 1pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489 Need to refresh your wardrobe? Stop by our clothing swap to find exciting new shirts, skirts, and more. You can donate items of clothing* to Belgrave library prior to the event in exchange for tokens, or bring them on the day. *No undergarments, swimwear, or sleepwear, please. Please ensure donated items are freshly laundered, not damaged, and that they are still in good condition. General rule of thumb: If you wouldn’t take it home, it’s unlikely anyone else would. We only accept adult clothing. All funds raised and unsold items will be donated to the Belgrave Op Shop. Items can be purchased on the day for 1 token each, or $1 each.
OUR COMMUNITY Meet Your Councillor: Cr. Jude Dwight - Chandler Ward Meet with the Wantirna Lions Club Volunteering in Knox Come together with the local community, hear some homegrown stories, or take part in some exciting events and initiatives. 08 Thur 1 September, 1pm & 2pm Thur 8 September, 12pm & 2pm Thur 15 September, 1pm & 2pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au Community members are invited to visit the historic Miller’s Homestead for an informal, one-on-one meeting with Knox councillor for Chandler Ward, Cr. Jude Dwight. Exchange ideas, give feedback or discuss council matters over a cuppa. FREE Wed 7 September, 10am - 12pm Knox Express - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6470 Come into Knox Express and meet with Paul and Siva from Wantirna Lions Club to hear about the wonderful things the Lions Club does for your community. Find out how you can make a difference and have a sense of belonging, all while helping and connecting with your community. FREE Thur 15 September, 2pm - 3pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au Join Manager Sally Dusting-Laird and Co-ordinator Mandy Limb at Ferntree Gully Library to hear about all the wonderful opportunities and benefits of volunteering in Knox. FREE
Sat 22 October, 10am - 1pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430 Come along and ignite your child’s imagination as they engage with the wonders on offer from the Maroondah Toy Library. Children will have access to a range of special toys while adults will learn more about what the toy library has to offer. FREE Mon 31 October, 4pm - 6pm Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 events.yourlibrary.com.au Come to Yarra Junction Library to enjoy an afternoon of fun for the family with local community groups and activities for kids.FREEDiscover the wonders of the Maroondah Toy Library Halloween community group expo Mon 3 October - Fri 28 October Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au Visit Miller’s Homestead during opening hours throughout October, to enjoy an inspiring exhibition from the talented artists of the Ferntree Gully Art Society. The exhibition will officially open on Thursday, 6 October from 5:30pm to 7pm (Bookings required). FREE Ferntree Gully Art Society Group art exhibition Thur 20 October & 24 November 12pm-1pm & 1pm-2pm Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au Healesville Library’s community meals focus on partnerships, social connection and sharing delicious free food, made with love. Make a booking for your place at the table. Please contact us if you would like to volunteer in the kitchen on the day or have surplus produce to donate. FREE Community meal 09
F O R A G E S 8 T O 1 8 F I L M M A K I N G C L A S S E S a t B e l g r a v e L i b r a r y A r e y o u u n d e r 1 8 a n d i n t e r e s t e d i n f i l m m a k i n g ? J o i n t h e R a n g e s A c a d e m y o f P e r f o r m i n g A r t s ( R A P A ) I n c . f o r a c o u r s e o r i e n t a t e d t o w a r d y o u n g p e o p l e w h o w a n t t o t a k e f i l m m a k i n g s e r i o u s l y , a n d c o n c e n t r a t e o n d e v e l o p i n g t h e i r s c r e e n w r i t i n g , d i r e c t i n g , a n d p r o d u c t i o n s k i l l s a s t h e y m a k e t h e i r o w n s h o r t f i l m ( f e e s a p p l y ) . F o r e n q u i r i e s a n d e n r o l m e n t i n f o r m a t i o n , c o n t a c t M a r y a t r a n g e s a c a d e m y @ g m a i l . c o m . Fri 25 November, 10am - 5pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au Come along to the Ferntree Gully Library where we will have extended opening hours on State Election day. Join us for some free craft activities for adults and children, select some free seeds and cuttings from our garden club display, and browse through our new books. FREE Extended Saturday Wed 2 November - Tues 29 November Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au Visit Miller’s Homestead during opening hours throughout November, to enjoy an inspiring exhibition featuring works from the talented photographers of the Knox Photographic Society. FREE Knox Photographic Society Group art exhibition
THEBEHINDBOOK Fri 2 September, 5pm - 7pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au Join us for a wonderful evening, drenched in folk tales, magic and mystery, as author Eliza Henry Jones shares her brand-new book, Salt and Skin, a haunting and evocative tale set on a remote Scottish Island. Enjoy a wonderful performance of traditional, acoustic Scottish music before Eliza’s talk. Tea and coffee will be served! FREE Tues 6 September, 10am - 11am Montrose Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6490 Meet true crime writer Emily Webb who will be discussing her current book Suburban True Crime. Emily hosts the ‘Australian True Crime’ podcast with Meshel Laurie and ‘Killer Content’ where she interviews crime and thriller authors from around the world. She has also written Angels of Death: Doctors and Nurses who Kill. Join Emily to find out what really happens on the mean streets of our local neighbourhoods! FREE Emily’s books will be available for sales and signing (cash only). Author talks at Miller’s: Eliza Henry-Jones Suburban true crime with Emily Webb Be enlightened, entertained and inspired by amazing authors who will share the story behind their latest work and answer your burning questions! 11
KellsGerrybyImage Celebrating 100 years since the Queen of Crime visited Warburton. Prepare yourself for a day of crime! For program details & bookings visit culturetracks.info or call 1300 368 333 Warburton Arts Centre 3409 Warburton Hwy SUNDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 10AM TO 5PM AGATHA CHRISTIE IN AUSTRALIA D E A T H O N T H E Y A R R A F E S T I V A L AGATHA D E A T H O N T H E Y A R R A F E T I V A L Meet the Author: Emma Viskic in conversation Thur 22 September, 6:30- 7:30pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489 Aria award-winning local musician Dave Graney has released roughly 40 albums of music and written three books. Graney was inducted into the SA Music Hall of Fame in 2019 and has toured extensively all over the world. Join us to hear about his amazing musical history with a short live performance to close the event. FREE Meet musician & author Dave Graney Tues 13 September, 2pm - 3pm Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448 Join us to hear award-winning author Emma Viskic discussing her new novel, the addictive new thriller Those Who Perish. Emma Viskic’s critically acclaimed Caleb Zelic novels have been published worldwide. The series has won numerous prizes, including a Ned Kelly Award and an unprecedented five Davitt Awards. FREE
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Zac and Jane Jones: Why the Fallen? Fri 7 October, 6:30pm - 7:30pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430
Meet the Author: Christy Grace Thur 6 October, 6pm - 7pm Rowville Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6443
Christy is the author of Christian suspense thriller Kidnapped entanglement. Christy will talk about publishing her book during the pandemic, what she has learned along the journey to producing her first book and why she decided to partner with A21Anti Human Slavery charity. will find out more about: Assisted self-publishing and what that looks like Being a new author Why collaboration is so important Winning and losing in publishing
• Taking hold of your dreams (and acting on them)
Come and listen to local authors, Jane and Zac, as mother and son share their harrowing story of responsibility, recovery and redemption. Why the fallen? is the brutally honest, co-authored story of how Zac’s choices ultimately lead to his imprisonment and how that event served as the wake-up call he needed to change his life. Today, Zac is an advocate for changing driving behaviours and empowering young people to make positive choices.
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Written from the dual perspectives of mother and son, Why the fallen? provides a unique insight into the experiences of young people in today’s world and the impact their choices have upon those that love them. This special author talk is a must for teenagers and those raising them. FREE
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will share the joys of writing during lockdown, writing with each other and finding the funny side of life as a parent. FREE Meet the Annie-LouiseAuthor:BuswellThur13October,2pm-3pm Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a funeral home? Annie-Louise
novel, The flared black skirt, tells the story of life behind the scenes at a funeral directors’ business. Although the events and characters portrayed in the book have been created for dramatic effect, they are inspired by the author’s real-life Comeadventures.andhear
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talk about her first-hand experiences and how she turned them into fiction for her novel. Tea and coffee will be served afterwards. FREE 14
Meet the authors of ‘The pick-up’ - Fiona Harris & Mike McLeish Sat 15 October, 2pm - 3pm Rowville Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6443
Fiona Harris and Mike McLeish are a husband and wife comedy team who turned their hand Their book The trial
Join author Chris Hammer to hear about his latest book The Tilt, a gripping thriller featuring newly-minted homicide detective Nell Buchanan. Nell reluctantly returns to her home town to investigate an uncovered body. But this is no ordinary cold case, as the discovery of more bodies triggers a chain of escalating events in the present day.
What is emotional honesty in literature and how can writers hone it?
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 and by reading books that ring with authenticity. FREE Meet the Author: Lee Kofman 15
Sat 5 November, 11am - 12:30pm Lilydale Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6457
Lee Kofman, the author of many books, has grappled with these questions her entire writing life, which began in a Siberian village where aged 3, she recited her first poem to a crowd of illiterate babushkas. What followed was decades of wrestling with the art of writing and of incessant reading.
Chris has been longlisted, shortlisted and the winner of many awards and prizes, and he will be sharing his thoughts on writing Australian crime in conversation with our own Sue Pitt. FREE This event is sponsored by Overdrive (the company behind Libby).
Meet the Author: Chris Hammer in conversation Wed 19 October, 2pm - 3pm Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448
Meet the Author: Ashley Goldberg Mon 7 November, 2pm -3:30pm Junction Library - 9800 6462
Sat 5 November, 11am - 12pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489
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In the week of ANZAC Remembrance Day, come and meet Anne Connor as she discusses her latest book Two Generations, a memoir of secrets, forgiveness and her father. A poignant, intimate account of a daughter’s tireless search for the truth. the Author: Anne Connor
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Australian author Ashley Goldberg’s debut novel Abomination is set in contemporary Melbourne. Ezra and Yonatan are best friends whose lives are forever changed when their school, the ultra-Orthodox Jewish Yahel Academy, is rocked by a scandal and they are thrown onto two divergent paths. Twenty years later, the lives of the two men are very different: Ezra identifies as secular and atheist, while Yonatan has been ordained as a rabbi and even teaches at the academy. By chance, they are reunited, and the events of their past and present collide with devastating consequences. Abomination was shortlisted for the 2020 Kill Your Darlings Unpublished Manuscript Award. FREE
Meet the Authors: In conversation with Graeme Simsion & Anne Buist Wed 9 November, 2pm - 3pm Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448
Hear the story of Edita Mujkic, who was born and raised in Sarajevo, in what was then Yugoslavia, and now is Bosnia and AfterHerzegovina.thewar broke out in her home country, she fled Sarajevo in May 1992 with her two children. After five months in Croatia, Edita and her children moved to England where she was an interpreter for other Bosnian refugees, although at the time she could barely speak Edita’sEnglish.book,Between before and after depicts the eventful family history that saw the family arrive in Melbourne in 1994. FREE 17
Graeme Simsion and Anne Buist are bestselling authors, both individually and, in recent times, together. Graeme is the author of the beloved and popular Rosie Project series of books, as well as The best of Adam Sharp, among others. Anne has written the Natalie King series of books, which include Medea’s curse and Dangerous to know This husband and wife collaborated after walking various Camino trails. The results were Two steps forward followed by Two steps onwards Meet the Author: Edita Mujkic Thur 10 November, 3pm - 3:45pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au
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Crime Wave: Authors in discussion with David Foster, Sean O’Leary And Sandi Wallace
Wed 16 November, 1:30 - 2:30pm
Kylie will talk about her journey to publication, writing while raising four children and how living in the hills influenced her story. FREE Someone else’s child: Meet Kylie Orr
Join three local authors to hear about different perspectives on the writing life. David Foster works as a writer-for-hire, and has hidden behind so many pen names he struggles to keep track of them all! His latest novel, Morning Town, is a crime thriller set on the Mornington SeanPeninsula.O’Leary writes literary fiction as well as crime, short stories and his novella Drifting was the winner of the Great Novella Search 2016. He also has schizophrenia, which is another story. Mount Dandenong crime writer Sandi Wallace is the author of rural crime thrillers and gripping short crime stories. She has won a host of prizes for her long and short crime fiction. Sandi’s latest release is Black Cloud. FREE 18
Kylie Orr is a new author whose first novel Someone Else’s Child was partly written right here at Realm!
Kylie turned her interests from children’s picture books to gritty adult domestic thrillers as a way to sink her teeth into topics that stir and challenge her. Someone else’s child, published by HQ Fiction (HarperCollins), is a gripping contemporary story that tackles the almost unbreakable loyalty of female friendships, the generosity of the community, and the lengths we will go to save a child.
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Thur 17 November, 6:30 - 7:30pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430
Author talks at Miller’s: Andrea Goldsmith Meet the Author: Marion Hughes Wed 30 November, 2pm - 3pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au
In this talk, Andrea Goldsmith will share her passions about a job that takes her from her desk, to a wintry St Petersberg for her most recent novel, Invented Lives, to the burning landscape of an active volcano for her Miles Franklin short-listed novel, The Prosperous Thief, and to some of the world’s best and worst monuments for The Memory Trap.
Australian author Marion Hughes will present her latest book Watch your back at the Belgrave Library. A psychological thriller that holds dark family secrets, greed, and deception. Watch your back is book 1 of the Dark Illusion trilogy. In her past life, Marion was a secondary school English teacher and disability educator, inspiring a love of literacy amongst disengaged teenage readers, students with disabilities, ESL students, and juvenile offenders. She has written and published a series of literacy resources and short stories in Australia and Japan over the past fifteen years.
Andrea has published 8 novels. She is a frequent guest at Australian literary festivals, and is a well-known mentor of emerging writers. She lives in Melbourne.. FREE 19
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BAYSWATER LIBRARY BOOKCHAT Third Thurs of the month at 1:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 BOOKISH: THE LILYDALE LIBRARY BOOKCLUB Fourth Wed of the month at 10:30am* Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 NOVEL IDEA BOOKCHAT - REALM Last Thur of the month at 6:30pm* Realm - 9800 6430 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 Mon of the month at 3pm* Rowville Library - 9800 6443 LILYDALE BOOKCHAT Third Wed of the month at 10:30am* Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 MOOROOLBARK BOOKCHAT Third Wed of the month at 3:30pm* Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 KNOX EXPRESS BOOKCHAT Fourth Tues of the month at 2:30pm* Knox Express - 9800 6470 BORONIA LIBRARY BOOKCHAT First Tues of the month at 2pm Boronia Library - 9800 6488 READER TO READER - BELGRAVE Third Wed of the month at 10:30am Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 PAGETURNERS BOOKCHATThirdCROYDONTuesof the month at 2pm Croydon Library - 9800 6448 FERNTREE GULLY BOOKCHAT Third Wed of the month at 2pm* Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 HEALESVILLE BOOKCHAT Third Tues of the month at 2pm* Healesville Library - 9800 6497 AROUND WORDS - YARRA JUNCTION First Wed of the month at 11am* Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 *Bookings required. Please contact the hosting library for more information. 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. 20
Morning tea provided. COST $15 Navigating self-publishing with Percy
Liz Filleul is an award-winning writer of cosy feel-good The People’s Friend, The People’s Friend Special, and Woman’s World, in Australia, the UK and the USA. Liz won the Scarlet Stiletto Award for short crime fiction in 2004, was runnerup in 2007, 2011 and 2016, and won the Cross-Genre Prize in 2011 and the Mystery with History Prize in 2016. She has worked as a publishing editor proofreader. Shozi
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! Wed 28 September, 2pm - 3pm Rowville Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6443 Self-publishing has never been more accessible or as popular as it is today. Join local author, musician, and poet Percy Shozi as he lends his experience and expertise in navigating the world of self-publishing. This presentation will help give you the tools and guidance to make the most out of your publishing journey! FREE Tues 4 October, 9:30am - 12:30pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au Join Liz Filleul in this practical workshop to find out how to sell your short fiction to overseas magazines. Liz will cover: • How to find out which magazines publish short stories • What they pay • Developing ideas most suited to this market • Writing a story focused on the needs of this market
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Lilydale Lakeside Writers Group Knox Writers Last WritersTuesdayGroup Realm Writers Group Fourth Fri of the month at 4pm Lilydale Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6457 We invite writers of any genre, published or unpublished, to join us each month for lively discussion, feedback and inspiration. FREE Every Thur night from 5pm to 8pm Knox Express - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6470 A Knox Writers group aimed at workshopping material to improve your writing skills with other budding writers! No need to book. FREE Last Tues of the month at 2pm Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au 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 Last Sat of the month at 10am Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430 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 New
TECH 101 Available at all libraries Book on 1300 737 277 events.yourlibrary.com.auor 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 Knox Express Book on 9800 6470 events.yourlibrary.com.auor Book a 45 minute one-to-one session in Chinese with Angelina, who 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 • Basic tech support for Chinese speakers EveryFREE Monday, 1:30 pm + 2:30pm Lilydale Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6457 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 Chinese language tech support one-to-one with Angelina Lilydale computerseniorsclub Learn how to make the most of our free resources, receive expert help in getting started with your new device, or discover something new! 23 New
New New Mon 12 September, 2pm - 3pm Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au Audiobooks are a fabulous way to take a story with you wherever you go. You can listen to them in the car, while you’re doing the chores - you can even take them on a walk! Learn how to access the library’s extensive collection of audiobooks using the Borrowbox and Libby apps. FREE Mon 3 October, 2pm - 3pm Realm - 9800 6430 Tues 10 November, 10am - 11am Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448 Achieve fantastic photography results using your smartphone. We’ll show you the basics of photography, what settings you should look at and how to get the best picture using composition, lighting and much more! We will work with you from the basics of how to open your phone camera, so any experience level is welcome. FREE Tues 10am-12pm (school terms) Belgrave Library- 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489 This course is for learners with very limited computer skills wanting to learn more, with step-by-step instructions and plenty of time to practice. Please bring your own laptop. Proudly presented by Mountain District Learning Centre. FREE Get into audiobooks Phone photography 101 Digital essentials 24 Thur 2 -3pm (school terms) Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 events.yourlibrary.com.au Join our friendly social group to learn and share tech knowledge over a cup of tea or Hostedcoffee. by Tech Support Officer Sally, you’ll pick up handy tips and build your confidence in using your smart phone, tablet or laptop. This is a relaxed and encouraging setting. Absolute beginners warmly welcomed! You’re invited to bring your own device. FREE Please note: this is a social tech help setting covering general issues. If you need specific help with your device, consider booking a Tech One-to-One session (see previous page). Tech & Tea
Mon 10 October, 2pm - 3pm Knox Express - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6470 Is your device storage filling up? Is it running slowly, preventing you from downloading a new app or not saving photos? Is your home screen full of apps you no longer use? Join us at the library to learn how you can increase the available storage on your mobile phone, tablet or iPad. FREE Tues 15 November, 2:30 - 3:30pm Montrose Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6490 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 20 October, 2pm - 3pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 Mon 7 November, 11am - 12pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au 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 Bringtechniques.anyquestions you may have in regard to this topic and we will do our best to answer them. FREEMon 17 October, 2pm - 3pm Healesville Library - 9800 6497 Thur 17 November, 2pm - 3pm Rowville Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6443 Learn how to access the hundreds of thousands of talk shows and albums you can stream on the internet using your phone. We will introduce you to a podcast app and a music streaming app, show you how to install them and get the most out of them. We will make some recommendations of our favourite shows from true crime murder mysteries, fun facts, gardening and self help. FREE Decluttering your phone: photos, files and apps Travel apps: Find your escape online Online safety and scams Podcast and music streaming 25
If you already know how to take photos with your phone, this is the perfect next step for you! Learn how to use your camera timer, to put yourself in the photos, and how to choose unique and creative angles with your images.
Join AJ, a local community member, for an introductory session on how you can use Canva, a simple online tool, to create your very own custom designs. A design can be a poster, birthday card, brochure, menu, printable mug or shirt, or even a simple presentation. We will run you through how to get started and how to get the most out of your Canva experience. FREE This event is a presentation. Our public computers can be used after the session if you wish to try out Canva for yourself.
Join us as we explore the most fascinating and helpful apps available for your iPhone, iPad or Android device. We’ll look in detail at several of the most popular apps, how to download them and why they’re useful. This event has about an hours worth of information, and time at the end for further questions and conversation. FREE Fri 25 November, 2pm - 3pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430
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What’s for Tea? - with Tracey ADULT LEARNERS WEEK 1-8 SEPT 2022 Due to popular demand, Tracey is taking her much-loved lockdown cooking demonstration videos on tour live this Adult Learners Week. Join us at the following libraries for some simple and delicious meal ideas. FREE Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au Mango chicken curry Thur 1 September, 2pm - 3pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 CWA sausage rolls Fri 2 September, 2pm - 3pm Boronia Library - 9800 6488 Chicken & chorizo paella Tues 6 September, 2pm - 3pm Knox Express - 9800 6470 Chicken, broccoli & cashew stir-fry Wed 7 September, 2pm - 3pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Thur 1 September, 10am - 11am Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au There are many reasons why people volunteer, this session from Swinburne Skills and Job Centre will offer an overview of the benefits of volunteering and how and where to look for volunteering opportunities. FREE Thur 1 September, 11am - 12pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430 Join adult literacy educator, Linno Rhodes as she unpacks adult literacy, including exploring some of the challenges, why they exist, who is affected and how we can address some of those issues.WhyFREEconsider volunteering? Adult What,Literacy:why,who and how? Join us during Adult Learners Week, an andcelebrationinternationaloflifelong,lifewidelearning.
Fri 2 September, 10am - 12pm Boronia Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6488 Do you ever wish you had time to stop and smell the roses? Heard about mindfulness but don’t know where to start? This taster session will help you to explore your creative side, you’ll try a few stretches, a little bit of gratefulness and some mindfulness. FREE Fri 2 September, 2pm - 3pm Croydon Library - 9800 6488 Mon 5 September, 2pm - 3pm Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 Tues 6 September, 10am - 11:30am Montrose Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6490 Ever wanted to make your own website? Do you have a product or hobby that you want to show off online? In this workshop we will introduce you to a website that helps you easily make your own website. FREE Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au A taste of wellbeing Website building for beginners Tools up: DIY workshop Have you always wanted to try using tools but never had the chance, or the confidence? Join us, along with our friends from Bunnings, for an easy DIY workshop. You’ll have a chance to have a go, ask questions and come home with something you’ve made yourself. FREE Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au Mon 5 September 9am - 10am Rowville Library - 9800 6443 10:30 - 11:30am Knox Express - 9800 6470 11am - 12pm Croydon Library - 9800 6448 12pm - 1pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 1:30pm - 2:30pm Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 Tues 6 September 1pm - 2pm Realm - 9800 6430 Wed 7 September 11am - 12pm Lilydale - 9800 6457 2pm - 3pm Mooroolbark - 9800 6480 28
Mon 5 September, 2pm - 4pm Boronia Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6488 Do you have a laptop and want to improve your technology skills? This taster class will give you the opportunity to try it out, meet the teacher and other students before you decide if you want to commit to a whole course. Presented by Mountain District Learning Centre. FREE Tues 6 September, 2pm - 3pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 Wed 7 September, 2pm - 3pm Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 events.yourlibrary.com.au Are you interested in sustainable fashion, volunteer opportunities, learning new skills in fashion, retail, or customer service? Join us for a fashion parade and pop-up shop showcasing the diverse array of affordable quality clothing available from the First Impressions Clothing Exchange (FICE) . The pop-up shop will be open to browse before and after the fashion parade and FICE representatives will be able to answer any questions you have about this fantastic initiative. FREE BYO laptop: Skills workshop taster class Tues 6 September, 9:30- 10:30am Rowville Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6443 We all gain skills during our working life or have special knowledge through hobbies and interests; why not share what you know with others? Casual teaching opportunities are currently available in your community and teaching skills are in high demand. Our information session will give you the opportunity to find out more about our short course and the kind of things you will be learning. FREE Introduction to community teaching - information session First Impressions Clothing Exchange pop-up shop & fashion Parade
Tues 6 September, 2pm - 3pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 Wed 7 September, 6pm - 7pm Croydon Library - 9800 6448 They say kids have all the fun, but this Adult Learners Week, we want adults to experience exciting things or try something a bit different. You might unearth a hidden talent, meet new friends or just learn something new. Our friends from Ruccis circus will be running a workshop just for adults, they’ll be bringing some fun equipment so get ready for an afternoon of juggling, hulahooping, plate spinning and more. FREE Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au Adult circus skills workshop with RUCCIS Wed 7 September, 10am - 12pm Boronia Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6488 Do you need help with English communication skills such as pronunciation, listening and vocabulary? Come along to our taster session where you can practice and pick up some new skills. FREE Wed 7 September, 11am - 12pm Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au This session from Swinburne Skills and Job Centre will offer an overview of how you can use your current skills when making a career change, what skills employers are looking for and where and how can you gain these skills. FREE Mon 5 September, 11am - 1pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Wed 7 September, 12pm - 2pm Knox Express - 9800 6470 Do you want to challenge yourself? Work on your memory, problem solving and processing skills and meet new people in this fun filled session. FREE English for living and working in Australia Leveraging duringtransferableyourskillsacareerchangeBrainworks@theLibraryWed7September,1pm-3pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au Presented by an award winning videographer, this workshop will give you the opportunity to learn the basics of how to create your own digital storytelling including editing and creating narration for your photos and videos. FREE Digital storytelling 30
This session from Swinburne Skills and Job Centre will offer an overview of how to start preparing for your life’s next milestone and what you need to consider before making this next big step. FREE Wed 7 September, 5:30 - 7:30pm
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Knox & District Woodworkers Club 45 Glenfern Rd, Ferntree Gully 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au
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Meet new people and join us for an enjoyable chat about your favourite movies from the comfort of home. FREE Wed 7 September, 5pm - 6:30pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457
Join Bill from the Knox and District Woodworkers club for a tour of their workshop, coffee and chat. The Knox Woodworkers is a club for people over the age of 16 who are interested in learning woodworking and using a huge workshop of machinery.
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Curious about Auslan, the language of the Deaf community in Australia?Julie has spent many years working in the Deaf community and enjoys teaching the hearing community about Deaf culture and the basics of Auslan to give you more confidence communicating with the Deaf community. She will share her experiences, answer your questions and teach you a number of basic signs. FREE Transition to retirement Read, write, now! How smart is your phone? chat
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LITERACYADULT Almost 7 million Australian adults struggle with literacy; this September we are sharing the challenges and showcasing what we are doing to help. Thur 1 September, 11am - 12pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430 Join adult literacy educator, Linno Rhodes as she unpacks adult literacy, including exploring some of the challenges, why they exist, who is affected and how we can address some of those issues. This discussion is suitable for anyone with an interest in literacy issues, including people with literacy challenges, educators, and other curious types. FREE EpScreening1-Thur 8 Sept, 2 - 3pm Ep 2 - Thur 15 Sept, 2 - 3pm Ep 3 - Thur 22 Sept, 2 - 3pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430 Lost for Words is a three part series that follows eight brave Australians on a lifechanging opportunity to transform their lives, by taking part in an intensive nineweek long adult literacy program. Hosted and narrated by literacy advocate Jay Laga’aia, it is an empowering and uplifting observational documentary that confronts Australia’s staggeringly low adult literacy rate. FREE Adult What,Literacy:why,who and how? ‘Lost for Words’ documentary Meet the participants Thur 29 September, 6:30 - 7:30pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430 Join adult literacy teacher and advocate Jo Medlin and fellow cast members from Lost for Words as they Zoom in to answer your questions and share their insights about their time on the show. FREE 33
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44% of Australian adults lack the literacy skills required to cope with the demands of modern ReaderPenslife.(that look a lot like a regular highlighter and connect to earbuds), convert speech to text and allow those with reading difficulties to read on their Yourown. recently purchased a number of ReaderPens that you can now borrow. along, learn how they work and try one out for yourself! life gives you melons, you’re dyslexic with Catherine Deveny ReaderPen demonstration
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“Growing up I was told: “You’ll never be a writer because you can’t spell.” I’d respond “but I don’t want to be a speller, I want to be a writer”.” - Catherine Deveny She may have almost failed her HSC, yet her own writing was used as a text in the 2014 HSC English Exam. Identified as having dyslexia at the same time as her then 9 year old son, this hasn’t stopped Catherine Deveny. She’s a writer, comedian, author and advocate for dyslexia. She even credits dyslexia for getting her started as a writer. Named one of the top 100 most influential Melbournians, Catherine is not afraid to say what she thinks so expect an hilarious breath of fresh air as she talks writing, motivation and her new memoir True North FREE
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CAREER JUMP-START 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! Mon 26 September, Fri 7 October, & Fri 4 November, 10am - 12 pm Belgrave - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489 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 Drop in one-on-one career service Is it time for a career change? Would you like to polish up your resume or job search skills? Head to Your Library for these great workshops. Bayswater Library - every second Thur 10:30am - 12pm Belgrave Library - second Wed of the month 12:30pm - 3pm Croydon Library - every Wed 10am - 2pm Ferntree Gully Library - every second Wed 10:30am - 2:30 pm Healesville Library - every second Thur 1pm - 4pm Knox Express - every Thur 10am - 2pm Lilydale Library - every second Tues 11:30am - 2 pm Montrose Library - first Mon of the month 9:30am - 11:30am Mooroolbark Library - every Wed 10am - 12pm Realm - every Wed 10am - 2pm Yarra Junction Library - every second Mon 12pm - 3pm 35
Sat 3 September, 10am - 12pm Boronia Library - 9800 6488 Sat 17 September, 11am - 12pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Join Steve from Mas National to help you map out a pathway to your dream career. He will provide you with the tools and knowledge to get you started! Mas National helps bring together people looking for employment opportunities and organisations looking for high quality staff. We connect the right candidate with the right employer and provide support throughout the journey to ensure success. work, this practical session will help you on your way. FREE - Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au Thur 1 September, 2pm - 3:30pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 Fri 7 October, 1:30pm - 2:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Wed 19 October, 10:30am - 12pm Healesville Library - 9800 6497 Thur 3 November 11am - 12:30pm Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 Thur 17 November, 2pm - 3:30pm Croydon Library - 9800 6448 Are you thinking of a career change? Join the experts from the Jobs Advocate program to find out about: • how to identify a job or career that works for you. • the future of work, and where the jobs are in 2022 and beyond. • successful approaches for your job search. journey to ensure success. FREE - Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au Pathways to apprenticeshipan with Mas Experience Reinventing your career after 45 36
Mon 5 September, 10am - 11:30am Realm - 9800 6430 Fri 16 September, 11am - 12:30pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 Wed 26 October, 2pm - 3:30pm Rowville Library - 9800 6443 Are you ready to return to the workforce after being a stay at home parent? Join with Job Advocates and industry experts as they talk about how to make a successful transition. You will hear about: • How to identify a job or career that will work for you. • Where the job demands are in 2022 and beyond. • Successful approaches for your job search. FREE - Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au Wed 5 October, 11am - 12pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 Wed 26 October, 2pm - 3pm Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 Fri 28 October, 2pm - 3pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 Fri 4 November, 1pm - 2pm Realm - 9800 6430 Wed 9 November, 2pm - 3pm Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 Join the team from CHAOS (Community Houses Association of the Outer Eastern Suburbs) to learn about the The Linking Carers project. This project is funded by the State Government to support carers who want to explore their options to return to work or study. Find out about a range of services and supports available to carers and how you could be mentored on this Thisjourney.isan information session that will include a short presentation on career guidance and job search strategies specifically for carers. It is suitable for carers of any age. FREE - Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au Wed 14 September, 10am - 12pm Montrose Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6490 Join representatives of the SwinLocal Network to find out more about job searching and career planning specifically for women. Whether you are returning to work after a break, looking for a career change or starting out in the world of work, this practical session will help you on your way. RestartingFREEyour career after being a stay-at-home parent New opportunities for carers: Linking to work or study Career planning for women 37
SENIORSSAVVY Join us for tips on living your best life towards retirement and beyond! Fri 9 September, 2pm - 3pm with Alana from Bilston Legal Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 Tues 8 November, 2:30 - 3:30pm with lawyer, John Ahern Montrose Library - 9800 6490 Join us for an informative session on planning for your future. Find out what you need to do to ensure that your wishes are carried out when you die, or if you can no longer care for yourself - Estate Planning, Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Testamentary Trusts, and more. FREE - Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au Tues 6 September, 10:30 - 11:30am & Thur 8 September, 6pm - 7pm Online - 1300 737 events.yourlibrary.com.au277 Heading toward retirement? Join this online session and hear from a Financial Information Services Officer at Services Australia (Centrelink) about how to make the most of your money in retirement. Please note that you will get information and options, but the presenters cannot give advice. FREE Thur 15 September, 6pm - 7pm Rowville Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6443 Do you have retirement goals but are not sure how to go about making your dreams a Inreality?thisevent, Andrea Jenkins, Certified Financial Planner and Principal of Jenbury Financial, will share valuable insights to preparing for retirement. FREE Wills and estate planning Planning for retirement with Services Australia Retirement planning with Andrea Jenkins 38
Tues 20 September, 10:30 - 11:30am & Thur 22 September, 6pm - 7pm Online - 1300 737 events.yourlibrary.com.au277 Join this online session and hear from a Financial Information Services Officer at Services Australia (Centrelink) about what income streams are available in retirement. In this session you will hear •about:Income Streams - an introduction • Account Based Pensions • Types of Income Streams • Assessment of Income Streams Please note that you will get information and options, but the presenters cannot give advice. FREE Tues 4 October, 2pm - 3pm Lilydale Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6457 Join Linda from Victoria Police to learn valuable tips on how to protect yourself from scams, staying safe online, how to protect your home and joining the Community Support Register for Seniors.RetirementFREE income streams with Services Australia Safety for seniors with Victoria Police Fri 16 September, 1pm - 2pm Boronia Library - 9800 6488 Thur 13 October, 11am - 12pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Do you wonder if there are more opportunities in your community than you know about? Would you like to meet new people who share your interests? The ‘Living our best life’ project aims to connect people to other people and organisations in their neighbourhood. Presented by CHAOS (Community Houses Association of the Outer Eastern Suburbs), this project will unveil a world of opportunities that can be found close by. FREE - Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au Living our best life: Connecting to community for seniors 39
Wed 12 October, 11am - 12pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 Mon 17 October, 11am - 12pm & Wed 23 November, 2pm - 3pm Croydon Library - 9800 6448 Wed 19 October, 1pm - 2pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Mon 24 October, 10am - 11am Knox Express - 9800 6470 Need help with your aged care options? Whether you, or someone you care for, need some help around the house, or are thinking about aged care homes, Services Australia can help. Sarah Alder, Services Australia Aged Care Specialist Officer can help you understand the services and support available. Listen to Sarah talk about: • care in the home • after-hospital care • respite care • moving into an aged care home, and • short term restorative care. FREE - Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au Thur 27 October, 11am - 12pm Bayswater Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6498 Meet the team from OzPlan Financial Services who want to help reduce your stress when dealing with aged care. Topics include retirement planning, dealing with Centrelink, new information you don’t know about, insurance bonds and the importance of planning. Followed by Q&A. Morning tea will be provided. FREE Fri 4 November, 11am - 12pm Rowville Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6443 Thought and preparation about a few areas of life now can offer assurance for you and others later. Author Annie Bolitho’s talk, will spark reflection, questions, conversations and action. FREEMon7 November, 12:30 - 1:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6498 Join Senior Rights Victoria as they look at some of the issues when an older person’s living arrangement is about to change. A free booklet will be provided to participants. FREE Connecting you to aged care services Aged care help with OzPlan Financial Services Taking charge in the later stage of life - with Annie Bolitho Money, ageing and family with Senior Rights Victoria 40
OUR HISTORY 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 Family + local history help Begin or further your family or military history research, and enjoy fascinating events exploring remarkable people and places. Visit events.yourlibrary.com.au for dates and locations or call 1300 737 277 to make a booking. Second Tues of the month, 9:30am - 12pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au Join this friendly group of enthusiastic family historians to swap research tips and share stories and advice, over a cup of tea. People starting out on their family history journey are most welcome. FREE Mon 10 - Sun 30 October, (Opening hours) Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448 Visit Croydon Library for a trip down memory lane; from the first settlers in the area, the train line being introduced, residential development, businesses to parks, schools and sporting grounds. View our photographic display showing how the suburb of Croydon has changed from then to now. FREE Knox Genies at Miller’s Homestead Croydon: Then and now Photographic display 41 slv.vic.gov.au
FREE Tues 18 October, 1pm - 3pm Meet at Lilydale Lawn Cemetery Main Gate, 120 Victoria Road 1300 737 277 events.yourlibrary.com.au
Join Montrose resident and local historian Eddie Tichelaar along with Max Lamb, as they take you back on a visual journey of that fateful day and what we have learnt from this tragic event.
From Farms to Suburbia: The Development of Mooroolbark is Geoff Earney and Anthony McAleer OAM’s love letter to Mooroolbark and its history. Join Geoff at Mooroolbark Library and hear about the book and his love of the Mooroolbark community. Geoff Earney, director of Methven & Co Real Estate, is the longest-serving business owner in Mooroolbark, with an equally long association with the local community.
Join us for a fascinating look at cemeteries and the graves within them. Discover the stories of the people, forgotten by history, that are buried beneath the headstones in our graveyards and cemeteries.
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Join our Family History team for a fascinating journey into the history of Miller’s Homestead and the man who built it. FREE Sat 15 October, 10:30am - 11:30am Montrose Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6490
Join the Lilydale & District Historical Society for a fascinating cemetery walk and learn more about the lives and achievements of some incredible people. Please be aware that there will be rough and uneven surfaces. The walk will proceed in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. COST $5
Fri 14 October, 2:30pm - 3:30pm Boronia Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6488
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events.yourlibrary.com.au6430 The things of childhood are time capsules of past laughter, or maybe tears. The toys and games in the State History Collection, held by the History Trust of South Australia, have the power to transport us to our own youth, or an earlier time. Join us via Zoom from home, or in the library, as we explore some of the stories behind these objects. FREE
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Tues 18 October, 5:30pm - 6:30pm - 9800 Tues 25 October, 2pm - 3pm Library - 9800 6497 devoted Healesville Sanctuary volunteer and former zookeeper Kevin Mason, who held Head 50 from 1960 and hear all about Kevin’s amazing orange bellied parrot, Leadbeater’s possum, helmeted honeyeater, superb lyrebird Tues 25 October, 1pm - 2pm Library - 9800 6498 ancestors all came from somewhere When, just a
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Fri 28 October, 11am - 12pm Lilydale Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6457
Tutankhamun: 100 years on
Join author Carole Woods OAM for a fascinating look at Vera Deakin & her incredible work with the Red Cross. Carole is a Fellow, and honorary secretary, of the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, and author of Vera Deakin and the Red Cross Remembrance. Day ceremony to follow at 11am. FREE Yarra Valley Machinery Preservation Society presentation Family and local history: You can’t have one, without the other
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This November marks 100 years since Howard Carter uttered the words ‘wonderful things’ upon opening the tomb of the Pharaoh Tutankhamun. View the treasures, and learn about the 9 year old boy who became king of the Egyptian empire. FREE Fri 11 November, 10am - 11:30am Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448
Thur 10 November, 2pm - 3pm Lilydale Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6457
Join Barry from Yarra Valley Machinery Preservation Society to learn about their history, usage in Australia, as well as their restoration efforts and activities in the region. FREE Fri 28 October, 2pm - 3pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489
Local history can have a huge impact on your family’s history. Join us to discovery why and how they are so entwined and ultimately, why you can’t have one without the other. FREE
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Do you want to challenge yourself? Work on your memory, problem solving and processing skills and meet new people in this fun filled session. FREE @BrainworkstheLibrary 45
Join Isolde to practice yoga and meditation in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Isolde has over 20 years of experience practicing and teaching yoga all over the world. She is certified under the Renew Teacher training in Hatha Yoga, but she has also explored other styles of Yoga. Classes are run on a donation basis. Please BYO yoga mat. Yoga at the library at 11am - 1pm Library - 9800 6498 at 12pm - 2pm Express - 9800 6470
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New HEALTH + LIFESTYLE Every Tues, 6:30pm-7:30pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430 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 Thur, 10:30am - 11:30am Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489
future with our knowledgeable experts.
Meditation for balance Love,
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 peace, harmony meditation new paths to a happier, lifestyle, or the
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New New Every Fri, 10am - 10:45am *Rowville Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6443 Come and join Amy, our remedial massage therapist as she guides you through stretches that will: • Improve range of motion • Decrease risk of lower-back pain • Increase muscle blood flow • Reduce pain and muscle soreness • Prevent injury. *Please note, now at Rowville Library FREE First Mon of the month, 6:30 - 7:30pm Boronia Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6488 This is a time for YOU. Come to Boronia Library and unwind for an hour of blissful peace and quiet in a space just for you. Bring your book, blanket, latest craft project, or crossword, and take this time for yourself. No pressure, no demands. All welcome. FREE Mon 12 September, 10:30am - 12pm Thur 22 September, 6pm - 7:30pm Knox Express - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6470 Join retired radiologist Beth Williams who will provide some guidance on what to expect when undertaking medical imaging examinations. Feel free to ask questions. FREE Every Fri, 2pm - 4pm (During school terms) Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489 Explore creative activities, gentle fitness exercises, gratefulness, and mindfulness to discover how improvements to mental health and well-being can help us meet the challenges of everyday living. FREE Morning stretches with Amy Slow down at Boronia Library Radiology tests explained Wellbeing 46
Tues 13 September, 10:30 - 11:30am & Thur 15 September 6pm - 7pm Online - 1300 737 events.yourlibrary.com.au277 Heading toward retirement? Join this online session and hear from a Financial Information Services Officer at Services Australia (Centrelink) about how to make the most of your superannuation. This session will cover: • introduction to superannuation • what is superannuation • superannuation contributions • access to superannuation Please note that you will get information and options, but the presenters cannot give advice.IntroductionFREE to superannuation with Services Australia Fri 16 Sept & 14 Oct, 10am - 12pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au Recognised as a public health practice in Asia and Europe, forest therapy is gaining global acclaim as an evidence-based, cost-effective and natural remedy – a ‘green prescription’ for a healthier you. Immerse yourself in the green surrounds of Miller’s Homestead as you are guided by certified Forest Therapy walk guide, Leticia Renteria Pena. FREE Forest therapy taster session Fri 16 September, 11am - 12pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489 Join Jacqueline from ‘Peaceful Balance’ for an information session on Reiki (Shoden): Where it originated from, the different levels of Reiki, what it is, and how it works. This non-invasive ancient healing modality is for everyone and is not a religion of any kind. FREE Demonstrations will be available to any willing participant. What is Reiki? Thur 29 September, 1pm - 1:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au Join Jasmine from Headspace Knox for a chat about headspace, what the organisation is, and what they can offer young people. They’ll also look into mental health, what is a healthy headspace, and the negative impacts stress can have on us, finishing up with exploring different coping strategies. FREE Stress management for young people - with Headspace Knox 47
Mon 3 October, 1pm - 3pm Knox Express - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6470 Now, more than ever, good hearing is important to keep in touch with your loved ones and stay connected to the world around you. Come along for free hearing tests any time between 1pm and 3pm. WedFREE5 October, 10am - 11am Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au Learning how to manage your personal finances is just as important as keeping physically fit. Andrea Jenkins, Certified Financial Planner and Principal of Jenbury Financial, will teach you basic financial fitness to give you the best chance of gaining freedom from financial anxiety. FREE Sat 1, 8, 15 & 22 Oct, 11am - 12pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au Here is your chance to try Tai chi, a gentle form of exercise that focuses on movement and breath to help improve your health and build flexibility and Thisbalance.series of four free classes are brought to you in partnership with Knox City Council for Mental health month and Move your way. You are welcome to try one session or all four. FREE Free hearing tests by Hearing Australia Financial fitness Thai chi taster class Fri 30 September, 10am - 2pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 Bookings: bit.ly/wellfestival We invite girls (ages 10-13) and their mothers or other significant female carers, to explore what it means to be healthy and take care of ourselves. This special free event will explore the role of food, movement, connections and self-talk to support health and wellbeing.WellnessFREE Festival for mothers & daughters 48
Tues 18 October, 10am to 11am Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au
Join Trina from Empower Bowen Therapy and learn about the powerful modalities of Bowen Therapy and Emmett Technique. Fast becoming a popular alternative for physical pain relief, you will learn some easy moves that you can take away and use at home. FREE Tues 11 October, 6:30pm - 7:30pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au
Mon 10 October, 1pm - 2pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au
This presentation will discuss the concept of ‘good mental health’ and describe a range of simple, practical, self-care strategies that people can implement in their daily life to improve their mental wellbeing and reduce their risk of depression and anxiety. FREE Tues 22 October, 10:30 - 11:30am Montrose Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6490
Join John Ahearn for an informative session on planning for your future. John, a lawyer for over 38 years, based in the Eastern suburbs, will cover what you need to do to ensure that your wishes are carried out when you die, or if you can no longer care for yourself - Estate Planning, Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Testamentary Trusts, and more. FREE
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Join Louise East, from More to Mum, for this warm and reassuring session, in which she will help you understand where this pressure is coming from and how to deal with it, so you can feel happier, lighter, calmer and more confident in your mothering. FREEBowen Therapy and EMMETT Technique with Trina Self-care: Tips for looking after your mental health Wills and estate planning for young families
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Join Sunitha from Feedgood& to hear about what goes into everyday skincare, and how it will help you make an informed choice when buying. Discover how simple ingredients from the garden and pantry can be used to make home-made skin care products that are as effective, if not more than a fancy label.
If you are looking to upgrade your healthy lifestyle with modern apps, this is the event to come to! We will introduce you to apps for fitness tracking, meditation, healthy eating and more. We will run you through everything from how to download each app to how to get the most out of them.
FREE Thur 3 November, 11am - 12pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au
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Create local connections and find out all about the personal, social and ecological benefits to becoming embedded in your local community. Hear from experts Dr Peter H Cock, Sociologist and co-founder, resident member of Moora Moora Cooperative Community and Jo Bracken, co-founder of Healesville Connect, as they discuss the benefits they have found by living and working locally.
Thur 3 November, 2pm - 3pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au
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Sometimes you can go over and over what’s happened or how you feel until you get to a point where you’re not getting anywhere. It’s in times like these that expressing your emotions verbally doesn’t always work. Art therapy is a way of expressing your emotions through creativity. Karin will talk about what art therapy is and will get everyone involved in an introduction session of using art therapy. FREE Thriving by living and working locally DIY skincare from home with Sunitha Digital health: apps to keep you 50
Tues 8, 15, 22 & 29 Nov, 6pm - 7pm
Thur 10 November, 6pm - 7:30pm
Living with intention In this workshop you will have an opportunity to prioritise time to discover your dreams, encounter compassion for your story, connect to gratitude and walk away with an action plan. Prioritising this workshop is already a huge step towards ‘Living with Intention’.
These sessions will get you moving and learning skills, in an environment that empowers and builds confidence. This series of four free classes are brought to you in partnership with Knox City Council for Move Your Way. Open to anyone who identifies as a woman. You are welcome to try one session or all four. FREE Wed 9 November, 2pm - 3pm
Sensory play session for children Come along and enjoy a jungle themed sensory play session, run by qualified art teacher Jacinta Barrett. In this fun filled session, children aged 18 months to 4 years will engage their sense of touch, smell and sight, while building their fine motor skills. Proudly presented by Gypsy’s Crafts.
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Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au
FREE Mon 14 November, 10am - 11am
FREE Mon 14 November, 2pm - 3pm Need help with your aged care options? Whether you, or someone you care for needs some help around the house, or are thinking about aged care homes, Services Australia can help. Sarah Alder, Services Australia Aged Care Specialist Officer can help you understand the services and support available. FREE
Tues 22 November, 2pm - 4pm Boost your creativity and flourish Join Evie Suss, contemporary artist, creative intelligence facilitator and coach, for this hands-on workshop to expore different types of creative thinking, functional creativity, using music and humour, and increasing focus. FREE Inspired November at Realm 51
Join Lynette who will bring you a Laughter Yoga session, short meditation and some Bollywood Laughter Yoga Dancing. Laughter is transforming to your life, having innumerable benefits to body, mind and spirit. It is an aerobic exercise, uplifting, giving a sense of wellbeing. Afternoon tea will follow so people can chat and share their experience. FREE Self-defence for women
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Exciting workshops throughout November (See dates below) Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430
HOME + GARDEN Come along and meet fellow food lovers at our new recipe swap groups. Share your tried and true recipes and discover something new! FREE Join like-minded gardening enthusiasts in the tranquil, historic surrounds of Miller’s Homestead, to share seedlings, cuttings, plants, seeds, recipes and gardening knowledge with each other. We will finish each session with a Q&A, an opportunity to ask advice and share garden tips. The Seed Library will be open for donations/borrowing and the kettle will be on for tea and coffee. FREE Recipe swap groups Miller’s monthly plant, produce, seed and recipe swap Your Library is bringing you the best in home, gardening, and healthy living workshops. Recipe swap social afternoon First Mon of the month, 1:30-3pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au Cooking the books Second Thur of the month, 11am-12pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430 First Mon of the month, 3:30pm - 5pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au 52
New First Tues of the month, 2:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au Head to Bayswater Library with some home grown produce, plants, flowers, cuttings or anything garden-related to share or swap. A great way to meet other local gardeners, share tips and ideas and make new friends. FREE Sec Mon of the month, 10am - 12pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au The Buttercups Garden Group invite you to join them for a friendly, informal gathering to share gardening knowledge, regardless of skill and experience level, and enjoy a cup of tea in the beautiful surrounds of Miller’s Homestead. FREE Sec Mon of the month, 2pm - 3pm Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 events.yourlibrary.com.au 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.Bayswater’sFREE monthly plant & harvestButtercupsswap Garden Group - Heathmont Ladies Probus Yarra Junction Planters Sat 3 September, 10am - 12pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 Sat 10 September, 10:30am - 12:30pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 Join special guest Stuart Ryder to discuss warm season planting. This workshop will cover a range of topics to improve summer gardening success, including: selecting and propagating appropriate warm season crops, soil and garden preparation, crop rotation, summer green manuring, watering strategies, and managing healthy plants for high yield. FREE Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au Warm Wedplantingseason7September, 10am - 11am Montrose Library - 9800 6490 events.yourlibrary.com.au Join Sue White who will discuss: • what is a tree? • why plant them? • choosing the right tree • what to look for when buying • planting, pests, diseases and disordersChoosingFREE the right tree for your garden 53
Mon 12 September, 11am - 12am Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448 Come along for a chat with some likeminded garden enthusiasts, and bring a plant cutting or some seedlings to swap. Have a look at the Croydon Seed Library, bring some seeds to share, and learn how to make some seed bombs and newspaper pots. FREE Wed 14 September, 11am - 12am Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489 Ryan O’Connor from the Baker’s Garden in Sassafras will visit Belgrave Botanicals to share his expertise on garden jobs for spring, perennial flower gardening, growing heirloom fruit and veg, and ideas on how we can become more sustainable in our gardening practices. FREE Thur 15 September, 10am - 11am Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au Join members of the Yarra Valley Bonsai Society to learn what is Bonsai and how to get started! The session will be full of useful information including: • keeping your bonsai alive • suitable trees • wiring the tree • re-potting TuesFREE4 October, 1:30pm - 2:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au Join us for another great talk with Olwyn Smiley! In this session for beginner gardeners, we will look at some of the basics of growing your own vegetables, •including:seedsor seedlings? • what to grow • keeping plants healthy • pest and disease control • growing food in small spaces FREE Plant swap and chat: Seed bombs & newspaper pots Belgrave Botanicals: with Ryan O’Connor from The Baker’s Garden Getting started with Basicbonsaibackyard veggie growing with Olwyn Smiley 54
Wed 5 October, 3pm - 5pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au Come along to this free workshop covering the need-to-know basics of growing food in a small space with permaculture designer and educator, Kat Lavers.The session will conclude with a small seed planting activity where participants will have the opportunity take home a free punnet of seedlings. FREE Mon 17 October, 10:30am - 12pm Knox Express - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6470 Join local gardening expert Beth Williams as she demonstrates the basic principles of looking after your orchid plants and their blooms. FREE
Wed October,
11am - 12pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489 This spring, we’re opening our ‘plant library’ in the newly spruced up library courtyard! Bring along a potted-up cutting or two to donate, a packet of seeds, or even some seedlings you’ve propagated. Meet other gardeners and share growing tips, common struggles and success stories.FREE Tues 11 October, 2pm - 3pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au Do you have leftover roast chicken and veg at the end of your Sunday roasts? Join us for this sustainable cooking demonstration where Tracey will teach you how to make pies and sausage rolls from your leftovers. FREE Gully Gardeners: Small space gardening Caring for your orchids Belgrave Botanicals: Plant Library launch & seed, produce & plant swap How to use your leftover roast chicken 55
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Olwyn Smiley returns to Belgrave Library with her popular talk on the creatures that inhabit our backyards. How to identify who is friend or foe, and tips on how to all live happily together or find pesticide-free solutions. FREE Fri 28 October, 2pm - 3pm Boronia Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6488
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Sat 5 November, 10:30 - 11:30am Rowville Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6443
Tues 25 October, 2pm - 3pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au are so many plant names to learn, so why do we use Latin names? Come along to hear horticulturist Sue White, explain how and why every plant is given a unique Latin name, but could have many common names.
The days are warmer, the seeds are ready to harvest and the soil is ripe for planting. It’s time for our spring harvest swap! Bring along seedlings, produce, a posy of herbs, cuttings, seeds or an heirloom recipe and enjoy a cuppa! FREE De-mystifying plant names with Sue White Growing seeds with success Belgrave Botanicals: The backyard zoo Spring harvest: Plant, produce, seed and recipe swap 56
Passionate propagator, Keith Foster, will be sharing his tried-and-tested tips on the art of growing plants from seed. We’ll have the seed library stocked for borrowing and a ‘share & swap’ table too, so if you have any plants, cuttings or produce to spare, bring them along. FREE
Mon 14 November, 4pm - 5pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989
Wed 30 November, 2pm - 3:30pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au Do you have left over apples in your fruit bowl at the end of the week? Join us for this sustainable cooking demonstration where Tracey will teach you how to make a delicious apple crumble. FREE
The Yarra Valley Bee Group will be joining us to share their extensive knowledge on caring for and keeping our precious bees. Enjoy a cuppa with other bee-lovers and improve your knowledge or be inspired to start your own bee-keeping journey.
Sat 12 November, 10:30am - 11:30am Healesville Library - 9800 6497
Join us for our Gully Gardeners Christmas breakup excursion to the Miller’s Homestead and gardens. Michelle will take us on a tour of the gardens and tell us about the history of this beautiful homestead. Followed by afternoon tea, seed and produce swap, on the delightful porch overlooking the gardens. FREE For this session, please meet at Miller’s Homestead, 30 Dorrigo Dve (cnr Melrose Crt, Boronia). Beekeeping with The Yarra Valley Bee PlantGroupswap and chat: Make a terrarium Clean out your fruit bowl and make a yummy apple crumble Gully Gardeners: Tour of Miller’s Homestead 57
Come along for a chat with some likeminded gardening enthusiasts, bring a plant cutting or some seedlings to swap. While you’re there, check out the Croydon Seed Library and borrow or donate some seeds. Then, make a simple terrarium to take home. FREE
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Mon 14 November, 11am - 12pm Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448
Wed 23 November, 3pm - 4pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au
Images photographed at Bayside Gallery by Mark Ashkanasy 30 Dorrigo Melrose art exhibition by Cat Rabbit
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Visit events.yourlibrary.com.au for more information. Cat Rabbit will transform Miller's Homestead into a fantasical, felt library world, populated with handcrafted 'libearians', a giant storytime bear, re-created books and literary portraits, all lovingly and expertly handmade in felt and fabric by the artist herself. This charming exhibition will appeal to craft lovers, bear lovers, book lovers and whimsy lovers, both young and young at heart Children can also snuggle up in the storybox storytime corner, draw someone they admire as a bear, or attend the Bear Brooch Workshop during the school holidays.
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New CREATIVE + CRAFTY Take the time to relax, unwind and enjoy some creative time with others, at one of our regular colouring groups. BYO materials. FREE Adult colouring groups Unleash your inner artist and let your creativity run wild by joining in the fun at our crafty workshops and groups Colouring circle for adults Third Mon of the month, 1:30pm - 3:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Creative colouring for adults First Thur of the month, 2pm - 3:30 pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 Colour + colouring for adults Second Thur of the month, 3:15pm-4:45pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 Colour me happy! Third Fri of the month, 1pm - 2pm Realm - 9800 6430 Come along to our friendly knitting and crochet groups where you can craft in good company! BYO needles/hooks and yarn. FREE Knit + crochet groups Crochet & conversation Every Mon, 10am - 12pm (school terms) Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 Learn to crochet Every second Mon, 1:30pm - 3pm Knox Express - 9800 6470 Community crochet Second & Fourth Thur, 1pm - 2pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Knit and natter Second Thur of the month, 1:30pm-2:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Knit and crochet for charity First Fri of the month, 2-4pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 Knitting for charity Third Fri of the month, 1pm -2pm Boronia Library - 9800 6488 59
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Third Sat of the month, 1pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489
New Rowville Craft Group Every second Wed of the month, 2 - 4pm Rowville Library - 9800 6443 Crafternoons at Miller’s Homestead Third Wed of the month, 1 - 3:30pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 Grab your current craft project and join us for a chat, skill-sharing, and a cuppa with friendly fellow crafters. FREE 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 local artist Noah who will facilitate drawing sessions with a focus on loosening up, learning to notice and focus, whilst looking at old and new methods. Subject matter will range from still life, nature, portraiture, and more. No experience required. Materials provided, all welcome!
Come to Healesville Library and learn how to make zines. Zines are fun and easy to make - no experience needed. Local zine maker Cora Zon will be on hand to help Craft
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FREE Every Thurs, 3pm - 4:30pm Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au
Third Fri of the month, 2pm-3pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au Create something entirely novel, bizarre and beautiful with paper collage. Bring your imagination to life, create a wonderful gift, or just enjoy a social afternoon of crafting. Tea, coffee and refreshments provided. BYO cup/mug. FREE Tues 20 September, 1:30- 3:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au Join Heather to learn the basics of Macrame. Create and take home your own hanging pot plant holder. FREE Magazine paper collage Macrame for beginners Mon 12 September, 1 - 2pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au Let your creativity flow and make these stunning necklaces using cotton, paper, cardboard, bead and buttons. Lots of fun to make and they are also a great way of recycling your sewing supplies. Materials supplied. Feel free to bring your own. FREE Tues 13 September, 2pm - 3:30pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489 Come and try out our new laser cutting machine! Learn how this technology utilises a laser to vaporize materials, and design and create your own laser-cut key or pet tag. You will create your drawing or design on easy to learn iPad apps and transfer it to our PC, where we will send it to the laser cutter. FREE Vintage-style handmade necklaces with Kerrie Intro to laser cutting 61
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Boronia Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6488 This crafty and fun activity will be a little bit hands-on and a little bit online. We will introduce you to the Cricut Machine which allows you to precisely and easily cut out images you have downloaded online. Perfect for making cards! We will also assemble some pre-cut cards so you can get the hang of it before designing your own. FREE Mon
- 3pm Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448 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.SkateboardFREE deck art class Digital drawing with iPad Card making with Cricut 3D printing and design 62
Mon 26 & Tues 27 Sept, 1 - 4:30pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430 Over 2 days, you will learn how to select the right artwork for your skateboard deck, transfer your chosen design and then paint that design to create a unique, high quality piece of skateboard art to take home. COST $15 Please note: skateboards decks are for decorative purposes only and not designed for actual use.
Tues 4 October, 2pm
- 3pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au Learn how to turn your iPad into a canvas using the Procreate App. This event is designed for people who have not used iPad drawings apps before. We will walk you through how to download the app, it’s basic functionality and an overview of the features it offers you that regular paper doesn’t. FREE
is passionate about encouraging others to dive into the power of their creative potential. Join Maria to find out how to become a better creative thinker and problem solver and build your ‘creative muscles’ by tapping into the science that fuels creativity. FREE
Croydon Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6448 Learn how to use simple ingredients to create your own soaps at home. Participants will also receive a pre-made ready to use bar of soap to take home. COST $5.
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Kindness Project. We will be making hearts from handmade felt. These cute little hearts are small enough to pop in a pocket and can be touched or squeezed by the recipients, as a reminder that someone cares. Felt provided. FREE Please bring your favourite large eye sewing needles and scissors.
Fri 28 October, 11am - 12:30pm Belgrave Library - 9800 Belgrave Hearts
for a relaxing, beginner-friendly session to upcycle some of our old books into works of art! FREE 1000
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Mon 21 November, 10am - 12pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au Come along for this workshop and learn how to make a hanging Christmas tree from wool and tree branches. FREE Fri 25 November, 2pm - 3pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au Join the lovely Mooroolbark CWA to create some wonderful Christmas items. Take these ideas home with you for future use. COST $10 Cost covers materials and supplies for the event, which are kindly organised by the Mooroolbark CWA. Mon 28 November, 2pm - 4pm Croydon Library - 9800 6448 Wed 30 November, 11am - 1pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 Get the jump on your Christmas preparation in this hands-on workshop. Participants will make 3 beautiful Christmas cards. COST $5 Bookings: events.yourlibrary.com.au
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22 November, 2pm - 4pm Lilydale Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6457 Join Liana to make a pair of fun Christmas earrings, in time for the festive season. All materials supplied. COST $10 DIY hanging Christmas tree Christmas crafts with Mooroolbark CWA Card making with Heidi Make a pair of earrings for the festive season 64
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In a rut? Try something a little different, just for the fun of it! New OUT OF THE ORDINARY Wed 7 September, 5 October, 2 November & 7 December, 5pm - 7pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au Calling all wordsmiths, poets, spoken word artists, short story, letter and song lyric writers! Share your words, stories and art with others in the intimate, cosy setting of The Parlour at Miller’s Homestead. These sessions are a place for you to connect and be inspired by others and have an opportunity to perform your works to a respectful and inclusive audience. Each session will begin with a guest performer and will be followed by an open mic session. Ages: 15 - 100. Tea & coffee provided. FREE Second Thur of the month, 6:30pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489 A casual gathering of French enthusiasts to reflect on and discuss French texts. The conversation will be a mix of French and English. Any level of French is welcome from beginner to advanced. FREE For enquiries call Penny on 0401 306 203 or email hillsfrenchspeakers@gmail.
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Sat 1 October, 11am - 12:30pm Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au Come along and listen to local storyteller Melanie Blacksmith weave stories of Celtic mythology in a joyous event to inspire and make you ponder. Putting meaning into the mundane by inviting myths into the room. FREE Tues 11 October, 10am - 11am Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au Join us to learn a few tips on confident public speaking in a fun environment. We will present a mini-Toastmasters meeting. Toastmasters isnt only for improving your communication skills. By giving speeches and working through a learning program, you learn how to structure presentations, incorporate tone and body language and to truly engage with your audience. FREE Wed 26 October, 1pm - 3pm Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au Healesville Library will be vibing with Japanese food, language and culture! The session will include food and drink tastings, a kimono presentation with Yukata dressing demonstration by Leanne from Kimono House in Melbourne’s CBD and a language lesson from Healesville High School’s senior L.O.T.E students. COST $10 Mesmerising Celtic mythology Begin Toastmastersyour journey Japanese immersion afternoon 66
Join Ben at the Belgrave library and learn about Killik, one of only two dedicated rum distilleries in Victoria and the only Australian producer of high ester rum. Killik is a truly unique experience within Australia. At GinFinity, it’s all about customisation and creating a unique gin Enjoyexperience.aginand rum tasting with cheese, crackers, and chocolates provided! FREE
Marty Donald was the guitarist and primary songwriter in’ The Lucksmiths’, luminaries of the 1990s/2000s Melbourne indie scene. Renowned for their lyrical wit, they won critical acclaim and a loyal fan base across the world. Marty moved to the hills with his partner and son in 2008, shortly before The Lucksmiths wound things up. A few years later he formed ‘Last Leaves’ with former bandmates Mark Monnone and Louis Richter, along with fellow hills denizen Noah Symons. Their debut album Other towns than ours was released in 2017; they are currently working on a follow-up. He is also a keen birder, decent cook, and longsuffering St Kilda fan. FREE Killik rum and gin tasting evening Meet musician Marty Donald 67
Thur 17 November, 6:30 - 7:30pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489
Thur 27 October, 6:30pm - 7:30pm Belgrave Library - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6489
New New New FUN + FRIENDSHIP Whether you love board games, card games, or chess, we have a game for you! Join us at our friendly regular social games groups. FREE Let the games begin! Come along and meet kindred spirits at these fun and inclusive events and groups. Bridge social group at Knox Express Every Mon, 11:30am - 1:30 pm Knox Express - 9800 6470 Healesville games group First Tues of the month, 2 - 4 pm Healesville Library - 9800 6497 Ranges chess club Every Tues during school terms Beginners and Juniors 6:30 - 7 pm Social Chess: 7 - 10 pm Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 Parlour games at Miller’s Third Tues of the month, 2 - 5 pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 Games afternoon at Knox Every Wed, 2 - 4 pm Knox Express - 9800 6470 Lilydale Lakeside chess club First Wed of the month, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 Mahjong afternoons First Thur of the month, 1:30 - 3:30 pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Board games in the hills First Thur of the month, 7:30 - 11:30 pm Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 Card games at Bayswater Fourth Thur of the month, 1:30-3:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Knox community chess club Every Friday at 12:30 - 5:30pm Rowville Library - 9800 6443 Drop in Fridays - card + chat Every Friday at 1 - 4pm Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6498 Uno fun for all ages Third Fri of the month, 2 - 3pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 Virtual reality + board games Last Fri of the month, 4 - 5 pm (Ages 14+) Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 Realm board gaming Second Sat of the month,11 am - 4 pm Realm - 9800 6430 68
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Join us 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.
FREE
Fourth Tues of the month, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Realm - 9800 6430 (ages 10-15) events.yourlibrary.com.au
Every Wed, 4pm - 5:30pm
Come and learn how to play international draughts from Geert, a former international player who participated in the World Championships. Draughts boards will be provided. FREE Introduction to international draughts with Geert 69
Fourth Sat of the month, 1 - 4:30 pm Knox Express - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6470
Warhammer 40,000 is currently the most popular miniature wargame in the world! Seeking worthy foes? Bring your armies to Knox Express! New players are welcome to try our library armies and learn to play. In the interest of time, please limit armies to no more than 1500 points.
Sat 8 October, 2pm - 3pm Knox Express - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6470
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New Second Tues of the month, 5:30 - 7:30pm Realm - 9800 events.yourlibrary.com.au6430
Come play Dungeons & Dragons, the world-famous tabletop role-playing game! 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. All experience levels welcome. Pizza (Ages 18 +) FREE
Proudly sponsored by Cardtastic Collectables & Gaming Knox Express - 9800 6470 (all ages) events.yourlibrary.com.au
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Sing with others at this free taster class ahead of Barb Shearer-Jones’s, 4-session group singing course at Miller’s Homestead.
Followed by paid sessions: Session 1 - Wed, 5 Oct, 11am - 12:30pm Session 2 - Wed, 12 Oct, 11am - 12:30pm Session 3 - Wed, 19 Oct, 11am - 12:30pm Session 4 - Wed, 26 Oct, 11am - 12:30pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au
Singing with others can bring joy, uplift the spirits and have a wonderfully positive impact on your mental and physical health. Barb’s wealth of experience as a music educator and community singer, enables her to provide a supportive, varied and safe singing environment in which to explore and become more comfortable with your voice and singing in a group. If you loved the taster session, you can book into the 4 week course! Book into each individual lesson on the following 4 consecutive Wednesdays at $10 per class.
Fri 2 Sept & 18 Nov, 2pm - 3pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au
Free Taster Session Wed 28 September, 11am - 12:30pm
Did you know that singing with others, can release a massive rush of the brain’s feel-good chemicals, endorphins? So, let’s get happy together and be led in song by qualified music therapist and multi instrumentalist, Rachel Nendick, as she works her way through a heartwarming repertoire of songs through the ages. No singing experience required. Lyrics will be projected on a screen so there’s no need to worry about singing the wrong words! You can join in or just sit back and enjoy hearing others sing. Tea and coffee provided. FREE
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Do you love watching and chatting about movies? You’ve come to the right place! Join our friendly movie lovers groups to watch some great movies. All welcome!MovieFREE lovers groups Around Film Second Wed of the month, 11am Coffee / tea provided. BYO lunch. Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 Miller’s Matinee Second Fri of the month, 1 pm - 4 pm Popcorn and coffee / tea provided. Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 Realm in Motion Movie Club Last Fri of the month during school terms. 6pm - 7:30pm (Ages 13-18) Free popcorn! Realm - 9800 6430 First Mon of the month, 2 - 3pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au Visit the library for an afternoon of jigsaw puzzle fun! Bring along a cup or mug and enjoy a tea or coffee. Puzzles are provided, but you are more than welcome to BYO.PuzzlingFREE puzzles Is English your second language? Come along and practice your English skills in a relaxed and inclusive environment. FREE We would love for you to come and join us for a chat and a cuppa - what a nice way to meet new people! Tea / coffee is provided. All welcome. FREE English conversation groups Get-togethers for seniors Conversation Circle Every Mon 9:45 -10:45am Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 with Mountain District Learning Centre Every Thurs (school terms) 10am-11am with the library team Knox Express - 9800 6470 Conversation Café Every Fri at 10:30 am-11:30 am with friendly volunteers. BYO coffee. Realm + via Zoom - 9800 6430 Seniors Morning Tea Every Friday at 11am Boronia Library - 9800 6488 Seniors Get Together Every second Wed, 1:30 pm - 2:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 71
Bayswater’s monthly plant & harvest swap - First Tues of the month, 2:30pm 53
Community crochet - Second & Fourth Thur, 1 pm 59
Recipe swap social afternoon - First Mon of the month, 1:30pm 52 Colouring circle for adults - Third Mon of the month, 1:30pm 59
BELGRAVE Tools up: DIY workshop - Mon 5 September, 1:30pm 28 Wills and estate planning - Fri 9 September, 2pm 38 Intro to laser cutting - Tues 13 September, 2pm 61
DIY organic skincare - Sat 8 October, 11am 07
Belgrave Botanicals: with Ryan O’Connor - Wed 14 September, 11am 54
Seniors Get Together - Every second Wed, 1:30 pm 71
Conversation Circle - Every Mon 9:45am 71
Belgrave Botanicals: Plant Library launch, seed, produce & plant swap - Wed 12 Oct, 11am 55 events by library 72
ONLINE EVENTS Planning for retirement with Services Australia - Tues 6 September, 10:30am & Thur 8 September, 6pm 38 Movie chat club - Wed 7 September, 7:30pm 31 Introduction to superannuation with Services Australia - Tues 13 September, 10:30am & Thur 15 September, 6pm 47 Retirement income streams with Services Australia - Tues 20 September, 10:30am & Thur 22 September, 6pm 39 BAYSWATER Why consider volunteering? - Thur 1 September, 10am 27 Brainworks @ the Library - Mon 5 September, 11am 30 Newspaper seedling pots with Heather - Tues 6 September, 1pm - 2:30pm 02 What’s for Tea? - with Tracey - Wed 7 September, 2pm 27 Vintage-style handmade necklaces with Kerrie - Mon 12 September, 1pm 61 Pathways to an apprenticeship with Mas Experience - Sat 17 September, 11am 36 Macrame for beginners - Tues 20 September, 1:30pm 61 How to reduce your household waste and recycle properly - Wed 21 September, 1pm 03 Stress management for young people - with Headspace Knox - Thur 29 September, 1pm 47 Little Bumble masterclass: professional DIY reusable food wraps - Sat 1 October, 11am 04 Basic backyard veggie growing with Olwyn Smiley - Tues 4 October, 1:30pm 54 Financial fitness - with Headspace Knox - Wed 5 October, 10am 48 Reinventing your career after 45 - Fri 7 October, 1:30pm 36 Bowen Therapy and EMMETT Technique with Trina - Mon 10 October, 1pm 49 How to use your leftover roast chicken - Tues 11 October, 2pm 55 Living our best life: Connecting to community for seniors - Thur 13 October, 11am 39 Connecting you to aged care services - Wed 19 October, 1pm 40 Researching immigration - Tues 25 October, 1pm 43 Aged care help with OzPlan Financial Services - Thur 27 October, 11am 40 DIY skincare from home with Sunitha - Thur 3 November, 11am 50 Introduction to art therapy - with Karin Mead - Fri 4 November, 2pm 50 Money, ageing and family with Senior Rights Victoria - Mon 7 November, 12:30pm 40
Jobs Victoria Advocates - every second Thur 10:30am - 12pm 35 Knit and natter - Second Thur of the month, 1:30pm 59 Bayswater Library Bookchat - Third Thurs of the month at 1:30pm 20 Card games, VR & board games - various dates 68
Browse
Crime Wave: Authors in discussion - Wed 16 November, 1:30pm 18 Must-have apps - Tues 22 November, 2pm 26
Heaven and Earth Eco Burials - Sat 17 September, 11am 04 Meet musician & author Dave Graney - Thur 22 September, 6:30pm 12 Drop in one-on-one career service - Mon 26 Sept, Fri 7 Oct, & Fri 4 Nov, 10am 35
What is Reiki? - Fri 16 September, 11am 47
Drawing for adults with Noah - Every second Thur of the month, 2pm 60 French book club - Every second Thur of the month, 6:30pm 65 Yoga at the library - Every Fri, 9am 45 Wellbeing - Every Fri, 2pm 46 Lyrebird Quilting - Third Sat of the month, 1pm 60
How to reduce your household waste and recycle properly - Tues 27 September, 2pm 03
Living our best life: Connecting to community for seniors – Fri 16 September, 1pm 39 Sustainable veggie soup - with Tracey – Thur 22 September, 2pm 04
Adult circus skills workshop with RUCCIS – Wed 7 September, 6pm 30
Meet the Author: Emma Viskic in conversation – Tues 13 September, 2pm 12
Slow down at Boronia Library – First Mon of the month, 6:30 46
Knitting for charity – Third Fri of the month, 1 pm 59
Meet the Author: Chris Hammer in conversation – Wed 19 October, 2pm 15 Soap making – Mon 24 October, 2pm 63 73
Reinventing your career after 45 - Thur 3 November 11am 36 Meet the Author: Ashley Goldberg - Sat 5 November, 11am 16
Digestion composting at home – Wed 5 October, 12:30pm 05 Recycled Roots and Leaves– Mon 10 October, 11am 06
Connecting you to aged care services – Mon 17 Oct, 11am & Wed 23 Nov, 2pm 40
Meet musician Marty Donald - Thur 27 October, 6:30pm 67
What’s for Tea? - with Tracey – Fri 2 September, 2pm 27 Pathways to an apprenticeship - with Mas Experience – Sat 3 September, 10am 36
Food and organics waste collection Q&A session – Wed 21 September, 10am 03
3D printing and design – Mon 26 September, 2pm 62 Worm farming at 10am & Composting at home at 11:15am – Wed 5 October 05
Boronia Library Bookchat – First Tues of the month, 2 pm 20 Seniors Morning Tea – Every Friday at 11am 71
New opportunities for carers - Wed 9 November, 2pm 37
Chess, board games - various dates 68
Jobs Victoria Advocates - second Wed of the month 12:30pm 35 Reader to Reader - Third Wed of the month at 10:30am 20 Love, peace, harmony meditation - Every Thur, 10:30am 45
1000 Hearts Kindness Project - Fri 28 October, 11am 63
Meet the Author: Marion Hughes - Sat 26 November, 11am 19
BYO laptop: Skills workshop taster class – Mon 5 September, 2pm 29 English for living and working in Australia – Wed 7 September, 10am 30 Read, write, now! - Wed 7 September, 5:30 31 How smart is your phone? – Sat 10 September, 10am 31
Croydon: Then and now photographic display – Mon 10 - Sun 30 October 41
Digital essentials - Every Tues 10am-12pm (school terms) 24
Belgrave Botanicals: The backyard zoo - Wed 9 November, 11am 56
History of Miller’s – Fri 14 October, 2:30pm 42 Card making with Cricut– Fri 21 October, 2pm 62 Spring harvest: Plant, produce, seed and recipe swap – Fri 28 October, 2pm 56
CROYDON Website building for beginners – Fri 2 September, 2pm 28 Tools up: DIY workshop – Mon 5 September, 11am 28
Crochet & conversation - Every Mon, 10am 59
Killik rum and gin tasting evening - Thur 17 November, 6:30 67
Plant swap and chat: Seed bombs & newspaper pots – Mon 12 September, 11am 54
Family and local history: You can’t have one, without the other - Fri 28 October, 2pm 44
BORONIA A taste of wellbeing – Fri 2 September, 10am 28
Solar Savers - Thur 13 October, 6:30pm 05 Visible mending: Fix your clothes creatively - Fri 14 October, 11am 06 Adult clothing swap - Fri 21 October, 10am & Sat 22 October, 10am 07
Meet the Authors: In conversation with Graeme Simsion & Anne Buist – Wed 9 November, 2pm 17 Phone photography 101 – Tues 10 November, 10am 24
Card making with Heidi – Mon 28 November, 2pm 64 Pageturners bookchat – Third Tues of the month at 2pm-4pm 20
Reinventing your career after 45 – Wed 19 October, 10:30am 36 Community meal – Thur 20 October & 24 November 12pm-1pm & 1pm-2pm 09
Jobs Victoria Advocates – Every second Thur, 1pm - 4pm 35 (CROYDON cont.)
Digital storytelling – Wed 7 September, 1pm 30
Podcast and music streaming – Mon 17 October, 2pm 25
Volunteering in Knox – Thur 15 September, 2pm 08 Thai chi taster class – Sat 1, 8, 15 & 22 Oct, 11am - 12pm 48
DIY hanging
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HEALESVILLE Leveraging your transferable skills during a career change – Wed 7 September, 11am 30
Toy, book & puzzle swap – Tues 6 Sept - Fri 8 Sept, 9am - 5pm 02
How to reduce your household waste and recycle properly – Wed 14 September 1:30pm 03
Solar Savers – Thur 6 October, 6pm 05 Medicinal permaculture systems – Sat 8 October, 11am 06
Healesville bookchat - Third Tues of the month at 2 pm 20 Last Tuesday writers group - Last Tues of the month at 2 pm 22 Zinezibar - free zine workshops with Cora Zon – Every Thurs, 3pm - 4:30pm 60
FERNTREE GULLY
Colour + colouring for
Meet the Author: Annie-Louise Buswell – Thur 13 October, 2pm 14
Healesville games group - First Tues of the month, 2 pm 68
Mesmerising Celtic mythology – Sat 1 October, 11am 66
Uno
Tales from the
Vera Deakin: In remembrance of the missing– Fri 11 November, 10am 44 Plant swap and chat: Make a terrarium – Mon 14 November, 11am 57
What’s for Tea? - with Tracey – Thur 1 September, 2pm 27 Warm season planting – Sat 3 September, 10am 53
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Laughter
10 Clean out
Jobs Victoria Advocates – Every Wed, 10 am 35
Self-defence
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The life of a Healesville Sanctuary keeper– Tues 25 October, 2pm 43 Japanese immersion afternoon – Wed 26 October, 1pm 66
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Gully Gardeners: Small space gardening – Wed 5 October, 3pm 55 Tips for looking after your mental health – Tues 11 October, 6:30pm 49 grave – Tues 18 October, 9:30am 42 Cemetery tour– Wed 26 October, 10:30am – Mon 7 November, 11am 25 for women – Tues 8, 15, 22 & 29 Nov, 6:30-7pm 51 workshop – Wed 9 November, 2pm 51 Christmas tree – Mon 21 November, 10am 64 Gardeners: Tour of Miller’s Homestead – Wed 23 November, 3pm 57 Saturday – Fri 25 November, 10am your fruit bowl and make a yummy apple crumble – Wed 30 November, 2pm Advocates – Every second Wed 10:30am - 2:30 pm 35 Bookchat – Third Wed of the month at 2 pm 20 adults - Second Thur of the month, 3:15 pm 59 for charity - First Fri of the month, 2 pm 59 fun for all ages – Last Fri of the month, 2 - 3pm 68
Thriving by living and working locally – Thur 27 October 1pm 50 Beekeeping with The Yarra Valley Bee Group – Sat 12 November, 10:30 57 Creative phone photography – Mon 21 November, 2pm 26
Reinventing your career after 45 – Thur 17 November, 2pm 36
Ferntree Gully
Gully
Get into audiobooks – Mon 12 September, 2pm 24
Knit and crochet
Knox Woodworkers: Tour and coffee – Thur 8 September, 10am 31
Brainworks @ the library – Every Wed, 12pm 45 Jobs Victoria Advocates – Every Thur, 10am 35 Conversation circle – Every Thur, 10am 71
Introduction to international draughts with Geert – Sat 8 October, 2pm 69
Ferntree Gully Art Society Group art exhibition – Mon 3 - Fri 28 October 09
Lilydale Lakeside chess club – First Wed of the month, 6:30pm 68
Introduction to
Meet with the Wantirna Lions Club – Wed 7 September, 10am 08 Radiology tests explained – Mon 12 Sept, 10:30am & Thur 22 Sept, 6pm 46
Jobs Victoria Advocates – Every second Tues 11:30 am 35
Writing short fiction for fun and profit – Tues 4 October, 9:30am 21
Tools up: DIY
Bridge social group, games afternoon – various dates 68
Safety for seniors with Victoria Police – Tues 4 October, 2pm 39 New opportunities for carers: Linking to work or study– Wed 5 October, 11am 37
Yarra Valley Machinery Preservation Society presentation – Fri 28 October, 11am 44
Warm
Meet the Author: Lee Kofman – Sat 5 November, 11am 15
Magic: the Gathering – Every Mon (from Wed 5 Oct) 4 - 5:30pm 69
Creative colouring for adults – First Thur of the month, 2 pm 59
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Card making with Heidi – Wed 30 November, 11am 64
Caring for your orchids – Mon 17 October, 10:30am 55
Knox Writers – Every Thur night from 5pm to 8pm 22 Every Fourth Sat of the month, 1 pm 69 Parade – Tues 6 September, 2pm 29 workshop – Wed 7 September, 11am 28 Auslan, taster class – Wed 7 September, 5pm 31 season – Sat 10 September, 10:30am stay-at-home parent – Fri 16 September, 11am 37 cuttings propagating – Thur 29 September, 1:30pm
KNOX EXPRESS Tools up: DIY workshop – Mon 5 September, 10:30am 28 What’s for Tea? - with Tracey – Tues 6 September, 2pm - 3pm 27
Free hearing tests by Hearing Australia – Mon 3 October, 1pm 48
LILYDALE First Impressions Clothing Exchange pop-up shop & fashion
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Learn to crochet – Every second Mon, 1:30 pm 59
Knox Express Bookchat – Fourth Tues of the month at 2:30 pm 20
Bookish: The Lilydale Library bookclub – Fourth Wed of the month at 10:30 am 20
Warhammer 40K –
Lilydale Cemetery tour – Tues 18 October, 1pm 42 Online safety and scams – Thur 20 October, 2pm 25
Chinese language tech support one-to-one with Angelina – by appointment 23
Lilydale Lakeside Writers Group – Fourth Fri of the month at 4 pm 22
Connecting you to aged care services – Mon 24 October, 10am 40 Beautiful book folding with Kay – Fri 18 November, 10am 63
Wellness Festival for mothers & daughters – Fri 30 September, 10am 48
All about seeds,
Meet your councillor: Cr. Jude Dwight, Chandler Ward – various dates in September 08 Forest therapy taster sessions – Fri 16 Sept & 14 Oct, 10am 47
MILLER’S HOMESTEAD Author talks at Miller’s: Eliza Henry-Jones – Fri 2 September, 5pm 11 Adult circus skills workshop with RUCCIS – Tues 6 September, 2pm 30 Words Aloud: Open mic sessions – Wed 7 Sept, 5 Oct, 2 Nov & 7 Dec, 5pm 65
Decluttering your phone: photos, files and apps – Mon 10 October, 2pm 25
planting
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Tutankhamun: 100 years on – Thur 10 November, 2pm 44 Make a pair of earrings for the festive season – Tues 22 November, 2pm 64
Lilydale bookchat – Third Wed of the month at 10:30 am 20
Lilydale seniors computer club – Every Mon, 1:30 pm + 2:30 pm 23
Connecting you to aged care services – Wed 12 October, 11am 40 Solar Savers – Fri 14 October, 2pm 05
Uplifting voices: Group singing course with Barb Shearer-Jones – various dates 70
Getting started with bonsai – Thur 15 September, 10am 54 Begin your Toastmasters journey – Tues 11 October, 10am 66
Keep calm and get creative: Using creativity to be our best selves – Fri 11 November, 10:30am 63
Jobs
Pre-loved & makers’ market at Miller’s Homestead – Sat 12 November, 10am - 2pm 07
First Impressions Clothing Exchange pop-up – Wed 14 September, 1pm 03
REALM Adult Literacy: What, why, who and how? - Thur 1 September, 11am 27
Restarting your career after being a stay-at-home parent - Mon 5 September, 10am 37
MONTROSE
De-mystifying plant names with Sue White – Tues 25 October, 2pm 56
Jobs Victoria Advocates – Every Wed, 10am 35
Author talks at Miller’s: Andrea Goldsmith – Wed 30 November, 2pm 19 Singalong at Miller’s with Rachel Nendick – Fri 2 Sept & 18 Nov, 2pm 70
Choosing
Solar Savers – Thur 27 October, 2pm 05 New opportunities for carers: Linking to work or study – Fri 28 October, 2pm 37
Miller’s Matinee – Second Fri of the month, 1 pm 71
From farms to suburbia with Geoff Earney – Thur 13 October, 2pm 42
Puzzling puzzles – First Mon of the month, 3:30 pm 71
Digital health: apps to keep you healthy – Thur 3 November, 2pm 50
Mooroolbark Bookchat – Third Wed of the month, 3:30 pm 20 Magazine paper collage – Third Fri of the month, 2pm 61
When life gives you melons, you’re dyslexic, with Catherine Deveny - Wed 21 September, 6:30pm 34
Crafternoons at Miller’s Homestead – Third Wed of the month, 1pm 60
Reinventing your career after 45 – Thur 1 September, 2pm 36 Tools up: DIY workshop – Wed 7 September, 2pm 28
Wills and
Solar Savers
Kyeema
Career
Suburban true crime with Emily Webb – Tues 6 September, 10am 11
Meet the Author: Edita Mujkic – Thur 10 November, 3pm 17
Miller’s monthly plant, produce, seed + recipe swap – First Mon of the month, 3:30 pm 52
Buttercups
Garden Group with Heathmont Ladies Probus – Second Mon of the month, 10am 53
MOOROOLBARK
Skateboard deck art class - Mon 26 & Tues 27 Sept, 1pm 62
Create designs with Canva – Mon 21 November, 2pm 26
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Digital drawing with iPad – Tues 4 October, 2pm 62 Knox Photographic Society Group art exhibition – Wed 2 - Tues 29 November 10
Website building for beginners – Tues 6 September, 10am 28 the right tree for your garden– Wed 7 September, 10am 53 planning for women – Wed 14 September, 10am 37 – Wed 5 October 10am 05 Airline crash – Sat 15 October, 10:30am 42 estate planning for young families – Tues 22 October, 10:30am 49 and estate planning – Tues 8 November, 2:30pm 38 apps: Find your escape online – Tues 15 November, 2:30pm 25 Victoria Advocates – first Mon of the month 9:30am 35
Parlour games at Miller’s – Third Tues of the month, 2pm 68
Transition to retirement – Thur 8 September, 11am 31
Christmas crafts with Mooroolbark CWA – Fri 25 November, 2pm 64
Knox Genies at Miller’s Homestead – Second Tues of the month, 9:30am 41
Tools up: DIY workshop - Tues 6 September, 1pm 28 ‘Lost for Words’ documentary screening & meet the participants - various dates in September 33
Beekeeping with The Yarra Valley Bee Group – Mon 14 November, 4pm 57
Travel
Coping with the pressure to be a perfect mum – Tues 18 October, 10am 49
Wills
Food and organics waste collection Q&A session – Sat 10 September, 10am, 11am & 12pm 03
Realm writers group – Last Sat of the month at 10am 22
Restarting your career after being a stay-at-home parent - Wed 26 October, 2pm 37
Dungeons & Dragons – Second Tues of the month, 5:30 pm 69
Around words bookchat - First Wed of the month at 11am 20
ReaderPen demonstration - Thur 29 September, 2pm 34 Phone photography 101 – Mon 3 October, 2pm 24
Realm Readers bookchat – Second Wed of the month at 2pm 20
Sustainable Christmas crafts – various dates in October & November 06
Living with intention - Thur 10 November, 6pm 51
Growing seeds with success - Sat 5 November, 10:30am 56 Podcast and music streaming - Thur 17 November, 2pm 25
Rowville bookchat - Third Mon of the month at 3pm 20
Yarra Junction Planters - Second Mon of the month, 2pm 53
Ursula’s bookclub – Third Thur of the month at 6pm 20
Someone else’s child: Meet Kylie Orr – Thur 17 November, 6:30pm 18
Cooking the books – Second Thur of the month, 11am 52
Discover the wonders of the Maroondah Toy Library – Sat 22 October, 10am 09
Colour me happy! – Third Thur of the month, 10 am 59
Novel Idea bookchat – Last Thur of the month at 6:30 pm 20
Conversation Café – Every Fri at 10:30 am 71
How to reduce your household waste and recycle properly- Thur 6 October, 1:30pm 03
Realm in Motion Movie Club – Last Fri of the month during school terms, 6 pm 71
Need help with your aged care options? - Mon 14 November, 2pm 51
Taking charge in the later stage of life, with Annie Bolitho - Fri 4 November, 11am 40
Rowville craft group - Every second Wed of the month, 2 pm 60
Knox community chess club - Every Friday at 12:30pm 68
Introduction to Auslan, Taster class - Thur 8 September, 5pm 31
Solar Savers - Mon 24 October, 2pm 05 New opportunities for carers: Linking to work or study - Wed 26 October, 2pm 37
Heaven and Earth Eco Burials - Mon 21 November, 2pm 04
Jobs Victoria Advocates – Every second Mon, 12pm 35
Drop in Fridays: card + chat - Every Friday at 1pm 68
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First Impressions Clothing Exchange pop-up shop & fashion Parade - Wed 7 September, 2pm 29
Halloween community group expo - Mon 31 October, 4pm 09
Meditation for balance – Every Tues, 6:30 pm 45
Meet the Author: Anne Connor - Mon 7 November, 2pm 16
Opening the toy box: Mementoes of childhood - Tues 18 October, 5:30pm 43
Navigating self-publishing with Percy Shozi - Wed 28 September, 2pm 21
ROWVILLE Tools up: DIY workshop - Mon 5 September 9am 28
Meet the Authors of ‘The pick-up’, Fiona Harris & Mike McLeish - Sat 15 October, 2pm 14
Jobs Victoria Advocates – Every Wed, 10 am 35
Morning stretches with Amy - Every Fri, 10am 46
Meet the photographer of The great forest, Chris Taylor - Mon 26 September, 2pm 65
Around Film - Second Wed of the month, 11am 71 Tech & Tea - Every Thursday, 2pm 24
Google Maps: more than just a map - Fri 25 November, 2pm 26
Meet the Author: Christy Grace - Thur 6 October, 6pm 13
YARRA JUNCTION Website building for beginners - Mon 5 September, 2pm 28
New opportunities for carers: Linking to work or study - Fri 4 November, 1pm 37
Boost your creativity and flourish - Tues 22 November, 2pm 51
Zac and Jane Jones: Why the Fallen? – Fri 7 October, 6:30pm 13
Sensory play session for children - Mon 14 November, 10am 51
Magic: the Gathering Club – Fourth Tues of the month, 5:30 pm 69
Realm board gaming – Second Sat of the month,11am - 4pm 68
Introduction to community teaching, information session - Tues 6 September, 9:30am 29
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