What's on - Autumn 2023

Welcome!

Autumn may be the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, but at Your Library it is also the time when we swing into action with our exciting program of events.

Familiar favourites are returning in the shape of gardening, craft, games, tech help and book talk. New events include our first ever online book chat, so you can join in from home, an opportunity to enrol in a CAE course without travelling into the city at Boronia library, and the NDIS will be dropping in across the region. You can hear from popular author Fiona Lowe at Croydon, find out about the Cold War Games (also known as the Melbourne Olympics) at Rowville, and find out about Elizabeth Gould, the artist who illustrated John Gould’s bird books, at Yarra Junction and Ferntree Gully, as part of our ‘Women in History’ series.

Whether your inclination is to curl up with a good book, or scrunch through fallen leaves while the end of your nose tingles with cold, we’ve got something to make your Autumn glorious!

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OUR COMMUNITY

Come together with the local community, hear some homegrown stories, or take part in some exciting events.

Knox Festival at Ferntree Gully Library

Sat 4 March, 10am - 5pm

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come and join us at Ferntree Gully Library for some free festival fun! Take a photo with Rusty Arnold our favourite library bear. Try some great STEAM activities, attend Storytime with Melissa and make some craft activities at Ferntree Gully Library. FREE

Sharing stories

Thur 9 March, 5pm - 6:30pm, Wed 15 March, 2:30 - 4pm & Sat 18 March, 10:30am - 12pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Every single person on this planet is carrying around their own unique stories. Are you ready to share one of yours in a 10 minute time slot?

Paul Jamieson performance

11am - 12pm & 1pm - 2pm

Head over to Ferntree Gully Library during the festival and enjoy some groovy fun for the whole family with performances by renowned professional children’s musician and entertainer, Paul Jamieson: The Music Man. No need to book! FREE

We will be an attentive audience, eager to hear about a special part of you.

This will be an intimate facilitated event. You can choose in advance to be a sharer and listener, or just a listener.....this time. When booking, please advise us of your anticipated level of participation. FREE

Belgrave Food Garden working bee

Second Sun of the month, 10am - 12pm

Belgrave Food Garden, 1624 Burwood Hwy, Belgrave - 9800 6489

A recurring monthly community event held at the Belgrave Food Garden rain or shine. An opportunity to get involved with our thriving community garden, meet other locals and learn or share skills amongst our knowledgeable volunteer base. Morning tea provided. FREE

This is a drop-in style event; arrive at any time, stay as long as you are able. All tools are provided and no gardening knowledge is required. Please dress for the weather and bring drinking water. Children welcome but must be supervised.

The event is kindly sponsored by Ranges First National Real Estate Belgrave.

Celebrate Mooroolbark Festival 2023

Sat 18 March, 10am - 4pm + Sun 19 March, 10am - 1pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come along to Mooroolbark Library and celebrate the Mooroolbark Festival with us! There will be plenty of activities for all ages throughout the weekend. No need to book! FREE

First Wed of the month, 10am-12pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Fri 17 March, Wed 19 April & Mon 22 May, 10am - 12pm Croydon Library - 9800 6448

Thur 23 March, Thurs 20 April & Thur 25 May, 10am-12pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497

Join the team from Latrobe Community Health Service to learn about the NDIS. If you need to find out about getting access, or you have questions about a current plan, or you just want general information, come and have a chat. We’ll do our best to help you out! Bookings not required. FREE

NDIS Connection Desk

‘Dine & Shine’ at Healesville Library

The Dine & Shine series is where food, information and celebration all come together to nurture and equip the Healesville community to thrive. All welcome! FREE

If you would like to volunteer at one of these events, please email sharni.steel@ erl.vic.gov.au or call 9800-6497.

The Dine & Shine series is supported by funding from the Valley Community Recovery Committee.

Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Autumn Equinox Celebration

Thur 23 March, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

12:30pm - 1:45pm Community lunch 2pm - 3pm MC Suni Red Shoes will lead the celebrations. 3pm- 3:30pm Afternoon tea.

Processing insurance claims

Thur 11 May, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

12:30pm - 1:45pm Community lunch with assistance from Healesville High School students.

2pm - 3pm Insurance presentation from Eastern Legal Community Centre. 3pm- 3:30pm Afternoon tea.

CFA disaster preparedness talk

Thur 25 May, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

12:30pm - 1:45pm Community lunch 2pm - 3pm Disaster preparedness presentation. 3pm- 3:30pm Afternoon tea.

Volunteer English tutors

Thur 23 March, 2pm 3pm Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

The Melbourne AMEP Volunteer Tutor Scheme matches volunteers with learners from migrant and refugee backgrounds seeking support with English. Volunteers help new arrivals reach personal goals, such as becoming confident with conversational English, accessing services and finding employment. Importantly, volunteers offer a new a connection to community. You don’t need to be a teacher – this information session will help you learn about how you can support someone to feel ‘at home’ in the Eastern Suburbs. FREE

Uniting AgeWell Social Connections Programintroduction for potential volunteers

Thur 18 May, 11am - 12pm Knox Express - 9800 6470 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Start your volunteering journey during national volunteer week 2023! Uniting AgeWell Social Connections program is a fulfilling and meaningful way to engage, connect and make a difference in your community. FREE

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. Together, let’s change the narrative to understand, accept, and celebrate neurodiversity!

Social morning for adults

Tues 14 March, 9:30am - 12pm Croydon Library - 9800 6448 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us for a cuppa and chat at Croydon Library! Enjoy board games, BYO device for our Kahoot quiz, and connect with like-minded individuals. This event is for neurodivergent individuals and families to come and meet up. Please bring a device to participate in the quiz. Tea and coffee provided. FREE

Proudly facilitated by Different Journeys

Growing in to Autism

Tues 14 March, 6pm - 7pm Croydon Library - 9800 6448 events.yourlibrary.com.au

What’s it like to realise you’re autistic? And how do you start to ask the world around you to accept that? After realising she had autism, Professor Sandra ThomJones began to understand that she didn’t experience the world like neurotypical people.

Sandra Thom-Jones is an autistic author, artisan, academic and advocate. She is the author of Growing in to Autism (MUP, 2022), the mother of two adult autistic sons, and a passionate champion for the inclusion of autistic people in all aspects of society. Join us to hear from Sandra about her recently released book. FREE

Different Journeys information session

Wed 15 March, 10am - 11am

Croydon Library - 9800 6448 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Different Journeys is a local organisation which provides events and support to the autistic community, including both autistic individuals and their family members, in a safe and supported environment.

Join us to hear from the CEO of Different Journeys about their services and how they support our neurodiverse community. FREE

Proudly presented by Different Journeys

Gently Gently Storytime

Wed 15 March, 11 - 11:45am (ages 3-6)

Croydon Library - 9800 6448 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Fri 17 March, 10 - 10:45am (ages 2-6)

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us for stories and rhymes in a calm storytime atmosphere. Perfect for children who may find regular storytimes a little busy, noisy or overwhelming. Storytime helps your child develop early literacy skills and a lifelong love of books.

Sessions include stories and rhymes, and an activity. FREE

Bookings required for both adult and child attending.

Games afternoon for children and teens

(Ages 10-18)

Thur 16 March, 4 - 5pm Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us for an afternoon of fun and games at Realm Library!

This event is for neurodivergent individuals and families to come and meet up. FREE

Proudly facilitated by Different Journeys

BEHIND THE BOOK

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

Meet the Author: Divesh Sareen

Thur 16 March, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

”The two volumes of The Indian Mate relive a story of people like me: people who left behind everything that they have ever known to create a better future for themselves and their loved ones; people who are from two different countries but don’t fully belong to either; people who realise that their lives in two different countries have forged a new identity for them. These volumes are my journey from Namaste to How-R-Ya in my own words”.

Join us at Belgrave Library to meet the author behind this incredible story. FREE

Meet the Authors: Christine Pow and Pilar Oyarzun

Thur 9 March, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Knox Express - 9800 6470 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Undefeated is a collection of 118 stories from 90 migrant women, who against all odds, overcame the challenges and barriers of living in a foreign land. This book is a celebration of their journey, their power, and their contribution to a multicultural Australia. Christine and Pilar are co-authors of Undefeated and want to share their migration journeys to inspire others. FREE

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Meet the Author: Kerryn Mayne

Sat 18 March, 11am - 12pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Melbourne based author Kerryn Mayne at the Belgrave Library as she introduces her highly acclaimed debut novel, Lenny Marks gets away with murder, a memorable, funny, suspenseful, and up-lit novel about a girl left behind and the woman she becomes.

In this novel, Kerryn draws on her experience as a police officer and has considered what becomes of the lives of victims of crime. In Lenny Marks, she offers victims the power to forge their own story separate to acts committed against them. FREE

Readings from Tales from the Pandemic

Tues 28 March, 6:30- 7:30pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us for bubbles, brie and readings from Tales from the Pandemic.

Local entrants Jessica, Zoe, Mandy, Olwyn and Frances will be reading their stories while we sip and snack. The anthology contains stories depicting life in the most extraordinary times of COVID-19 lockdown. Some stories are fiction, some factual, however all capture a moment in time that touched us all. FREE

Books will be available for purchase after the readings at a cost of $24.95.

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Journey of a lost manuscript with Author Lorraine Smith

Thur 30 March, 2pm - 3pm

Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

When an old parchment was found inside a copy of Alice in Wonderland in a secondhand bookshop, everything about it was a mystery. Discovered to be an Elizabethan manuscript on vellum, this is the enthralling story of its travels from a hamlet in Yorkshire in 1583 to Warrnambool in 2013.

It is a journey with so many twists and lucky escapes it should be a novel – but this is a true story. FREE

Meet the Author: Cheryl Adam

Wed 26 April, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Cheryl Adam left Australia in the sixties on a one-way ticket and took 17 years to get back. In her luggage was a husband and five children. After her husband’s stroke, she took up study while caring for him, and gained a Master of Fine Art. She wrote poetry and became a performance artist, performing in Australia and overseas. Her poetry extended into novels after taking up a writing course at Holmesglen TAFE.

At the age of 74, her first novel Lillian’s Eden was published by Spinifex Press. Assisted by Covid-19, it became a trilogy that spanned the fifties and sixties and has gained five-star reviews in The Sydney Herald and Goodreads. FREE

Life and writing with Author Barbara

McCarthy

Wed 26 April, 2pm - 3:30pm

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Thur 11 May, 2pm - 3pm Rowville Library - 9800 6443 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Meet Barbara McCarthy, local author of two books Just a Hint of Autumn and My windows, my views...my life and travels. Barbara has a background in travel with a large RAF family, a sometimesdysfunctional life, and an unpleasant relationship with her father that was never going to define her.

Barbara will be speaking about her books and her experience of publishing at a more mature age. She will also introduce her next book in progress about nursing in the 1960s while living in the UK. FREE

Meet local Author: Kathryn Hore

Sat 13 May, 10:30am - 11:30am

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

The Stranger is a feminist, dystopian western, in which the ‘man with no name’ turns out to be a woman, and the town with guilty secrets is not quite what it seems. Kathryn Hore grew up watching too many revisionist westerns, falling early for their enigmatic protagonists – that figure of the stranger riding into town, with ambiguous morals and dubious agenda. Yet these were not stories which had much room for women, especially young suburban girls from Melbourne. The Stranger is a novel that challenges and interrogates genre, and Hore considers how we as readers and writers make room for ourselves in otherwise hostile fictional worlds, to claim our own space. FREE

Meet the Author: Fiona Lowe

Fri 19 May, 2pm - 3pm

Croydon Library - 9800 6448 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Fiona Lowe has been a midwife, a sexual health counsellor and a family support worker; an ideal career for an author who writes novels about family and relationships. Her books feature real people facing tough choices and explore how family ties impact on their decisions.

Join us to hear Fiona talk about her life as a writer, and the upcoming release The Money Club; a gripping exploration of modern greed which unpicks the moral quagmire of those who trade on the bonds of their closest friendships and family for money. FREE

BOOKCHATS + BOOKCLUBS

Come and share your current favourite reads at a friendly bookchat, or join a bookclub where everyone reads and discusses a selected book.

READ, CONNECT, CHAT

Fourth Wed of the month at 2pm*

(Online) 1300 737 277

NOVEL-TEAS BOOKCLUB

Fourth Wed of the month at 11am*

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

BAYSWATER BOOK LOVERS

Second Thurs of the month at 6pm*

(Ages 16-25) Bayswater Library9800 6498

BAYSWATER BOOKCHAT

Third Thurs of the month at 1:30pm*

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

READER TO READER - BELGRAVE

Third Wed of the month at 10:30am

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489

FRENCH BOOKCLUB

Third Thur of the month at 6:30pm*

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489

BOOKS AND BEYOND

First Tues of the month at 2pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488

PAGETURNERS BOOKCHAT

Third Tues of the month at 2pm

Croydon Library - 9800 6448

FERNTREE GULLY BOOKCHAT

Third Wed of the month at 2pm*

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455

KNOX EXPRESS BOOKCHAT

Fourth Fri of the month at 10am*

Knox Express - 9800 6470

HEALESVILLE BOOKCHAT

Third Tues of the month at 1pm*

Healesville Library - 9800 6497

LILYDALE BOOKCHAT

Third Wed of the month at 10:30am*

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457

BOOKISH: THE LILYDALE LIBRARY BOOKCLUB

Fourth Wed of the month at 10:30am*

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457

REALM READERS BOOKCHAT

Second Wed of the month at 2pm*

Realm Library - 9800 6430

ONE MORE PAGE BOOKCLUB

First Thur of the month at 2pm*

(Ages 16+) Realm Library - 9800 6430

NOVEL IDEA BOOKCHAT

Last Thur of the month at 6:30pm*

Realm Library - 9800 6430

ROWVILLE BOOKCHAT

Third Mon of the month at 3pm*

Rowville Library - 9800 6443

AROUND WORDS

First Wed of the month at 11am*

Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462

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

WRITE NOW!

Calling all writers and those wondering 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.

Sat 25 March, 10:30am - 12pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497

Thur 18 May, 1pm - 2:30pm

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

In this dynamic workshop you are invited to participate in evoking Celtic myth, active listening, a talking circle and creative writing. Mesmerising Storyteller, Melanie Blacksmith, will guide you through these processes with grace and courage, and the outcome will be a creative and soul stirring experience that will follow you out of the door. Sharing is encouraged but not compulsory. FREE

Tues 11 April, 11am - 1pm

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Access your personal stories and heritage by writing a food memoir. Explore the sensory pleasures, relationships, and joys of a lifetime of cooking and eating in this two hour session. FREE

Be

Mon 8 May, 2pm - 3:30pm

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

All around the world, around thousands of campfires, people regale each other with their personal stories. It is a unifying and edifying art form. Learn to write an introduction to your story in this 90 minute workshop. This is the call to your next adventure! FREE

Celtic storytelling and creative writing

Write your own food memoir - with Ruth Kenrick-Smith

Last Tuesday Writers Group

Last Tues of the month, 2 - 3pm 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

Lilydale Lakeside Writers Group

Fourth Fri of the month, 4 - 5pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 events.yourlibrary.com.au

We invite writers of any genre, published or unpublished, to join us each month for lively discussion, feedback and inspiration. FREE

Mountain Ash Chapter

Knox Writers

Every Thur night, 5pm - 8pm Knox Express - 9800 6470 events.yourlibrary.com.au

A Knox Writers group aimed at workshopping material to improve your writing skills with other budding writers! No need to book. FREE

Second Sat of the month, 10am - 12pm Belgrave Library - 9800 6498

Bookings: bit.ly/macbelgrave

Mountain Ash Chapter is offering an inclusive space for the writing community of the Dandenong Ranges. Hosted by Belgrave Library, each facilitated session will be an opportunity for writers to connect with each other, be inspired, practice their craft and gain valuable feedback. Fees apply

Realm Writers Group

Write Minded

First Fri of the month, 3:30pm - 5pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Emma at Bayswater Library to chat about writing, do some fun writing exercises, and have some dedicated time to focus on whatever you’re working on at the moment! FREE

Last Sat of the month, 10 - 11am Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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 New

TECH 101

Chinese language tech support one-to-one with Angelina

Knox Express Book on 9800 6470 or events.yourlibrary.com.au

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 FREE

Tech support one-to-one

Available at all libraries

Book on 1300 737 277 or events.yourlibrary.com.au

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

Lilydale seniors computer club

Every Monday, 1:30 pm + 2:30pm Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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

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

Tech & Tea

Every 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 coffee.

Hosted by Tech Support Officer Steph, 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).

Laptop essentials

Every Tuesday, 10am-11am

Belgrave Library- 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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

Online safety: recognising scams

Wed 1 March & Thur 4 May, 2pm - 3pm

Rowville Library - 9800 6443

Tues 9 May, 1pm - 3pm (with IT educator, Ruth Kenrick-Smith)

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Tues 9 May, 2pm - 3:30pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497

Wed 24 May, 10am - 11am

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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

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

Selling second-hand items online

Tues 14 March, 2pm - 3:30pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Want to know how to create some extra cash in the piggy bank? Let us show you how! We’ll cover the best places to sell items online, how to enhance the quality of your listings, how to safely receive payments and what fees and costs are involved. We will cover popular sites like eBay, Gumtree and Facebook Marketplace, along with more specialty second-hand sites, or niche handcrafted sellers like Etsy. FREE

Smartphone workshops

How smart is your smartphone?

Sat 4 March & 1 April, 10am - 12pm (with Mountain District Learning Centre)

Boronia Library - 9800 6488

Getting to know your phone

Tues 14 March, 2pm - 3:30pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Do you have a smartphone and want to learn more about how to use it? Come to one of these workshops and find out what your smart phone can do for you! FREE

Tues 28 March, 2pm - 3:30pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489

Tues 16 May, 2pm - 3:30pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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

Which app is right for you?

Mon 27 March, 6pm - 7pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488 events.yourlibrary.com.au

With so many apps to choose from, sometimes it’s hard to know exactly what is right for you.

Join us as we go through a hand-picked collection of useful apps for cooking, travel, shopping, and much more to help you out with whatever you may be searching for. BYO smartphone. FREE

Accessibility on your device

Thur 30 March, 2pm - 3pm

Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Make your device work for you! Join us in this session to learn how to use the accessibility features on your mobile phone, tablet, or iPad. We will cover how to increase text size, control your device with your voice, magnifying options, and more. FREE

Phone photography

Digitise your photos

Tues 4 April, 2pm - 3:30pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Learn to use Google PhotoScan, Notes apps and various other apps to digitise your photos and documents. We will demonstrate how these apps crop and enhance documents, options for saving these documents or photos, and why it is so important to digitise. FREE

Apps and games to keep your brain active

Mon 3 April, 2pm - 3pm

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Stay sharp with a wide range of apps and games to keep your brain active! We’ll take a look at some traditional brain training apps, educational apps to learn new skills, apps to improve your productivity, and everyday games to increase your digital literacy. FREE

Buying online

Tues 4 April, 1pm - 2pm

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

An introduction to shopping online. Find out what sites are reputable and trustworthy, how to find the best deals, the best payment methods and how to avoid scams. We will cover online shops like Amazon, second-hand marketplaces like eBay, Gumtree and Facebook Marketplace and many more. FREE

Graphic design with Canva

Fri 21 April, 1pm - 2:30pm

Miller’s Homestead -0438 284 989

Tues 2 May, 2pm - 3:30pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us in this beginner’s Canva session to learn some basic graphic design skills. We’ll teach you how to use Canva to create posters and cards, how to use and match colours, and how to find royaltyfree photos. You will leave this session with a free Canva account, and a design ready to share with friends and family. FREE

Health and fitness apps

Mon 24 April, 2pm - 3pm

Croydon Library - 9800 6448 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Want to know the best ways to keep track of your health on your device? Join us as we explain what your phone can track through apps, wearables and sensors. Improve your physical wellbeing by tracking your steps, physical activity, heart rate, sleep and even stress. We’ll take a look at apps like Apple Health, Samsung Health and Google Fit, as well as wearables like FitBit and brain training and mental health apps like Calm and Headspace. FREE

BYO phone, iPad or tablet if you’d like assistance downloading apps at the end of the session.

Transferring your files

Thur 27 April, 2pm - 3:30pm

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457

Thur 4 May, 2pm - 3:30pm

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au

With your phone and tablet able to do more and more every year, it’s important to know your files and photos are safe and backed up. In this workshop we will focus on transferring files between your computer and device using a USB cable. FREE

BYO phone, phone USB charging cable, laptop, and laptop charging cable. If you can not bring your computer, just bring your phone’s USB charging cable and you can practice on one of our laptops.

Healesville photo walk

Sat 29 April, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us in Healesville for a photo walk through the Autumn colour. You’ll have a chance to learn some photography techniques and ask lots of questions as we go. Our photography expert, Katie, and volunteers from the Yarra Ranges Photographic Society will lead the walk, so you will have plenty of experts on hand to help you! All types of cameras are welcome, including phones. FREE

Video streaming: the basics

Thur 18 May, 2pm - 3:30pm

Rowville Library - 9800 6443 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us to learn how to access video streaming services on your devices, and how to use them. This will include searching for movies, playing, pausing, creating a watch list, watching offline, subscription types, and more. FREE

Google Maps: more than just a map

Tues 23 May, 2pm - 3:30pm Knox Express - 9800 6470 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us in this session to learn how to plan your journey, find shops and other businesses near you, report hazards, share and save maps, use street view, and more. FREE

CAREER + LIFE HACKS

Time for a career change? Need help planning your retirement?

We have you covered at these informative workshops and drop-in sessions.

Jobs Victoria Advocates

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

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

Bayswater Library - second last Thurs of the month, 10:30am - 12pm

Boronia Library - every second Wed, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Belgrave Library - every second Wed of the month, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Croydon Library - every Wed, 10am - 2pm

Healesville Library - first Thur of the month, 1pm - 4:30pm

Knox Express - every Thur 10am - 2pm

Lilydale Library - every second Tues, 9:30am - 1pm

Mooroolbark Library - every second Wed, 9:30am - 12pm

Realm Library - every Wed, 10am - 2pm

Rowville Library - every Thur, 11:30am - 3:30pm

Yarra Junction Library - first Mon of the month, 12pm - 4pm

Drop in one-on-one career service

Bayswater Library - first Friday of the month, 10am - 12pm

Belgrave Library - Mon 20 March, 3 April, & 1 May, 10am - 12 pm

A qualified Career Practitioner from the Swinburne Skills and Job Centre will be on hand 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!

Employment Community Connector with the Migrant Information Centre

Every second Wed, 2pm - 5pm Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come along to Realm Library for help from the Migrant Information Centre’s Community Employment Connector to find a job.

Community Employment Connectors can provide:

• Support for people from a CALD Background/ International Students who are looking for employment

• Support for people who are looking for a career change, including school leavers

• Help matching people’s needs to other appropriate service providers to ensure success.

FREE - no need to book!

How to retire successfully

Sat 18 March, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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

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

Andrea Jenkins, Certified Financial Planner and Principal of Jenbury Financial, will share valuable insights, including:

• How and when you can access your superannuation

Wed 15 March, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Montrose Library - 9800 6490 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join local Lawyer, Oliver Beaumont, who will speak on the danger of providing loans and guarantees to children in a falling property market, coupled with rising interest rates. FREE

• Accessing your superannuation while continuing to work

• How to minimise your tax

• The different types of pensions available

• How to ensure your family will be financially secure after you are gone

• How to access Centrelink benefits

• How to boost your retirement savings by restructuring your finances

The Bank of Mum & Dad

with Andrea Jenkins

Strategies and support to get the job you want

Thur 30 March, 2pm - 3pm

Rowville Library - 9800 6443 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come and meet your local Jobs Victoria team and see how they can help you. Learn how to work out what jobs to target, smart ways to search and how to apply for the job you want. Hone your own skills and find out how Jobs Victoria mentors can help you every step of the way. FREE

Starting out: working out your career (for 18-25 year olds)

Fri 31 March, 12pm - 1pm

Croydon Library - 9800 6448 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Just left school, had a gap year, done a few jobs, and just don’t know what career direction to take?

Come to meet mentors and people who can help you work out a career direction and path to achieve your goals. Meet career counsellors and mentors. Learn about traineeships and training options. FREE

Downsizing seminar

Wed 5 April, 1:30pm - 3pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Helpful information to assist people planning to downsize to retirement living or smaller apartments. Dealing with a lifetime of accumulated personal possessions is often a barrier for people who would like to move.

Join Rajiv from the Department of Justice and Community Safety, where he will give you practical tips about how to declutter and prepare the family home for sale. FREE

OUR HISTORY

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

Knox Genies at Miller’s Homestead

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

Tues 7 March, 10am - 11am

Montrose Library - 9800 6490

Fri 31 March, 10am - 11am

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Dame Nellie Melba was one of Australia’s earliest and much loved Opera Singers. Join us for a biographical journey into her life and achievements. FREE

Family + local history help

Make an appointment at a library near you with our specialised staff. Receive help with local or family history research, newspaper articles, library databases and any other research questions. FREE

Visit events.yourlibrary.com.au for dates and locations or call 1300 737 277 to make a booking.

Dame Nellie Melba

Wed 8 March, 9:30am - 10:30am

Rowville Library - 9800 6443

Tues 21 March, 2pm - 3pm

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Renowned as being Australia’s first female war correspondent, Edith Dickenson was an inspiring woman. Join us to hear her story. FREE

Olena’s story : forced labour, displacement, migration in WWII

Tues 28 March, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Croydon Library - 9800 6448 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Australia became a home to a large number of former Soviet citizens, including many who were displaced by the Second World War. Conscripted and deported from their homes and forced into labour camps in Germany. Life during wartime was one of turmoil, danger and even death for many women who had no control over their lives and what happened to them. Join local historian Kristian Ireland to hear his grandmother Olena’s story. FREE

Tues 28 March, 1pm - 2pm

Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462

Fri 31 March, 2pm - 3pm Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au

An incredibly talented artist, Elizabeth Gould was the woman who drew and painted all the bird images for her husband John’s books. Join us to hear the story that history has forgotten. FREE

Edith Dickenson: special correspondent of the Boer War

Elizabeth Gould

Healesville’s famous guesthouses with Bryn Jones

Mon 27 March, 2pm - 3:30pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6457 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Travel back to the golden era of guesthouses with Healesville historian and author of ‘Free from city cares - the story of Healesville’s Guesthouses’ , Bryn Jones.

Healesville was the 1920s top tourist destination, and people from Melbourne descended on the town to take up residence in the many guesthouses. Learn why these places were truly ‘an experience to be savoured’ and why they were so popular with travellers from Melbourne. This event is run in conjunction with the Healesville Historical Society. FREE

Map Warper

Fri 14 April, 10am - 11am

Knox Express - 9800 6470

Tues 18 April, 11am - 12pm

Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Have you ever seen a historic map and wondered how the same area looks now? Wonder no longer, join us for a hands-on workshop and discover an incredible new program that shows this and more. FREE

Cold War Games: history with Harry Blutstein

Wed 5 April, 2pm - 3pm Rowville Library - 9800 6443 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Harry Blutstein is an Adjunct Professor at RMIT University and his book, Cold War Games, examines the underlying tensions between global superpowers during the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games in the midst of the Cold War.

From blood in the polo pool to romance between warring athletes, the Games had it all. FREE

A trip down memory lane... sharing memories of Montrose

Sat 15 April, 10am - 11:30am

Montrose Library - 9800 6490 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Jeanette Dodson, Janis Pride, Jack and John Balcombe, and Eddie Tichelaar, as we take a trip down memory lane, specific to our town, Montrose. Join us as we look at photos from then and now, and learn from locals who have lived in Montrose for most, if not all, of their lives. Audience participation will be encouraged and we will be inviting locals to partake in this day mingling with the audience to engage in conversation about our town. Tea and coffee provided. FREE

History of the Monbulk Cricket Club

Thur 27 April, 2pm - 3pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Greg at the Belgrave library and learn about the history of cricket in the Dandenong ranges, the creation of the Mountain District Cricket Association (MDCA), and the Ferntree Gully and District Cricket Association (FTGDCA). Greg will talk about his book 125 Not Out - A History of the Monbulk Cricket Club, 1897-2022 published to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the club. FREE

Queens of Egypt

Thur 27 April, 11am - 12pm

Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

While many people are familiar with the names of some of the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt such as Tutankhamun, Rameses the Great etc., most don’t know about the strong women behind the throne. Some were Queens, the Great Royal wives of the Pharaohs, yet there were some who ended up ruling when their husbands died and the immediate successor was not ready to take the throne.

This presentation will introduce you to some of these women, some you will never have heard of, while others have been the subject of many books and Hollywood movies. FREE

The only woman at Gallipoli

Fri 28 April, 2pm - 3pm

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

The only woman at Gallipoli is a true story from the shores of Turkey to London and Northern England. Join local author John Howell for an incredible journey of adventure, heroism, love, and loss. FREE

Kyeema Airline crash

Wed 10 May, 11am - 12pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

The Kyeema airline crash took place at 1.45pm on Tuesday 25th October, 1938. Australian National Airways Douglas DC-2 Kyeema, tail number VH-UYC, flying from Adelaide to Melbourne, commenced final approach to Essendon airport through heavy fog and crashed into the western slopes of Mount Dandenong/Mount Corhanwarrabul, killing all 18 on board. 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. FREE

Between history and myth: storytelling in museums

Sat 13 May, 10:30am - 11:30am

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Since their inception, museums have played an important part in sharing, educating and creating history, knowledge and myth. Join the Hellenic Museum in this exploration of museums as vehicles for storytelling, using items from the Hellenic Museum collection as a case study. Then, be given the opportunity to handle some original objects that bring history to life. FREE

HEALTH + LIFESTYLE

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

Meditation at Your Library

Sahaja yoga meditation

Every Tuesday, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Realm Library - 9800 6430

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

Love, peace, harmony, meditation

Every Thur, 10:30-11:30am

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489

Join Bev for the Love, Peace, Harmony meditation to bring greater health, happiness, and success to your life. Meditation includes listening to music, positive mantras, and whole-body relaxation. Runs during school terms. FREE

Meditation taster class with the Basin Community House

Fri 5 May, 2pm - 4pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Wendy from The Basin Community House for this Meditation taster class!

Once you learn the basics, you can meditate anywhere to feel more relaxed and in control. FREE

Brain builders

Brainworks

Mondays, 11am - 1pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Tuesdays, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Rowville Library - 9800 6443

Fridays, 9:30am - 11am

Boronia Library - 9800 6488

Join in with activities to train your memory, stimulate your concentration, work your reactivity, challenge your logic and increase your confidence. Runs during school terms. FREE

Fun and brains

Wednesdays, 11:30am - 1:30pm

Knox Express - 9800 6470

Come along for some fun games and puzzles to socialise and exercise your mind. Join Henk from Mountain District Learning Centre for this fun weekly session. No need to book! Runs during school terms. FREE

Morning stretches with Amy

Every Fri, 10am - 11am Rowville Library - 9800 6443 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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. FREE

Art for wellbeing with Mountain District Learning Centre

Every Mon, 6pm - 8pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488

Every Tues, 10am - 12pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489

Every Thur, 5pm - 7pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

With art, there is no right or wrong! Thinking differently helps increase confidence and improves mental and physical health. Come and try some creative activities with Debbie from Mountain District Learning Centre. FREE

Art for wellbeing with artist Anudeepa Kadiresan

Last Mon of the month, 9:30 - 11:30am Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Connect with others through creativity in the beautiful boardroom at Miller’s Homestead. Join artist, Anudeepa Kadiresan, at these monthly art workshops to encourage you to be courageous and pursue your passion in art.

All materials are provided and you can help yourself to tea or coffee during the session. FREE

Every Wed (school terms), 3:30 - 4:30pm Boronia Library - 9800 6488 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Please feel free to drop in and enjoy some quiet time, with activities such as mindful colouring, crossword puzzles and sudoku, and mindmapping. FREE

Mindfulness sessions

Mindfulness at Miller’s Every Tues 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us for free, drop-in, casual mindfulness practice sessions with Mandy Mercuri in the tranquil Miller’s Homestead. Mindfulness is about paying attention to your body and mind in the present moment with curiosity and open-heartedness, to improve mental, emotional, social and physical health and wellbeing. These sessions will help you discover coping strategies to deal with stress & pain and to assist in managing mood, emotions and feelings - bringing more wonder, ease and connection. FREE

Mindfulness-based stress reduction course

Eight week program from 2 May - 20 June, 12:30pm - 3pm

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

This free 8-week evidence-based program facilitated by Mandy Mercuri, explores formal and informal mindfulness practices to discover greater choices for managing and relating to stress, anxiety and difficult emotions. It involves eight, 2.5 hour weekly sessions and also includes a full day of mindfulness (Sunday 11 June, 10am-4pm. A small fee will be charged for this full-day session and can be organised direct with Mandy). Full program booklet, resources and recordings available to all participants. FREE

Mindfulness for adults with Japara House

Fri 17 March, 2pm - 3pm

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us at the library, to discover how to find a moment of calm and be able to relax the mind and body by being present in the moment. This session is suitable for anyone, with mindfulness shown to support your mental and physical wellbeing. FREE

Ultimate Walks and Hikes - meet the Author Laura Waters

Mon 27 March, 2pm - 3pm

Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Laura at Yarra Junction library to hear about her ultimate list of walking tracks in all states and territories.

Laura can take you through what you’ll see, interesting insights about the destination, logistics on how to walk it, and options to tackle your adventure in sections or take a shortcut. Plus get tips on gear, safety and everything else you need to know about your next walking adventure. FREE

Wed 29 March, 9:45am - 10:45am

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come and try a Shi-Ba-Shi taster class and learn more about what U3A has on offer. Shi-Ba-Shi is a gentle form of ‘’keep fit’’ exercise and not a martial art.

The eighteen movements which are done slowly and smoothly, will stretch muscles, regulate blood circulation and breathing, strengthen joints and improve balance and circulation. FREE

at Your Library

With The Basin Community House

Fri 31 March, 2pm - 3pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488 events.yourlibrary.com.au

With Japara House

Fri 26 May, 9:15am - 10:15am

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come and join experienced Yoga teachers at the the library for a taste of Yoga, which will incorporating breathing exercies and gentle stretching techniques to promote relaxation and stress reduction. Wear comfortable clothing you can move in! FREE

Turning sleep into wellbeing with Annette Subhani

Wed 5 April, 11am - 12:30am

Croydon Library - 9800 6448 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us for an exploration to uncover the science of sleep and its impact on our conscious and subconscious mind, explore the natural ‘body rhythm’, and discover how sleep allows for the healing of heart, mind, body and spirit. Help yourself to tea or coffee during the session. Be part of a discussion to uncover new strategies to improve your sleep routine. Participants will leave with a personal Sleep Diary to help boost quality sleep. FREE

Tues 18 April, 10am - 11:30am

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Sally Carmichael, Reiki and Meditation teacher and experience how you can transform pain, anxiety, emotional difficulty and find purpose with this potent Japanese energetic-spiritual practice. FREE

Shi-Ba-Shi with U3A

Yoga

Reiki with Sally

Fri 21 April, 2pm - 4pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Sue from The Basin Community House for this beginners’ Tai Chi taster class. Tai Chi is a gentle mind-body exercise which improves your strength, flexibility, aerobic conditioning and balance. It has been called ‘moving meditation’ as it has emotional and mental benefits. FREE

Fostering authenticity: Creative writing for personal wellbeing

Wed 26 April, 10am - 11:30am

Montrose Library - 9800 6490 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Being authentic in the world begins with fostering individual authenticity. Using collaborative and creative writing, journaling and sharing, we will practice exercises to listen to our personal truth in ways that are simple and enjoyable. FREE

Dementia - Robotic Companion Animals

Fri 28 April, 10am - 11am

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come and see our library staff demonstrate this special, new addition to our dementia collection. Just like any other cat or dog, these furry, robotic equivalents offer those with dementia comfort, companionship and joy as they purr, meow, wag their tails and much, much more. Like all of the dementia collection, the robotic companion animals will be available for loan with a library membership. FREE

Sat 29 April, 11am - 12pm

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Lynette who will bring you a combination of laughter yoga and an energy clearing meditation. Find out how laughter clubs began, then experience an interactive, fun filled laughter session. Laughter is an uplifting, aerobic exercise, complimenting the stillness of meditation. Morning tea will follow the session. FREE

Tai Chi with The Basin Community House

Laughter yoga session and energy healing meditation

- with Louise East (More to Mum)

Thur 4 May, 11am - 12pm

Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

If you find yourself stuck in self-criticism when facing challenges, comparing yourself to others or when you make a mistake, then this session is for you. Come and learn more about how to treat yourself with compassion in motherhood so you can be the mother you want to be and feel happier, lighter and more confident. FREE

Always a work in progress

Fri 12 May, 2pm - 3pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

We often hear the phrase ‘a work in progress’ and it’s usually used in the context of younger people. But what if it’s ALWAYS true, no matter our age? In this interactive session you’ll get the chance to explore that ‘missing bit’ and find out why you’ve never stopped being a work in progress, and that you can reconnect with that sense of yourself. FREE

Wed 10 May, 2pm - 3pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

For most people, pain comes and goes but, in some cases, it doesn’t go. Myotherapist Mat Richardson from Upwey Myotherapy has 20 years of experience in working with people with complex pain conditions. Join Mat at the Belgrave library and hear him talk about how he explored pain through his own experience, the disability associated with pain, and how to cultivate a space to make pain less of a problem while enjoying life again. FREE

Ageless beauty: hooded eyes and thin lips be gone!

Tues 23 May, 10am - 11:30am

Montrose Library - 9800 6490 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Make up artist Dee Harris, who will show you easy, make up tips and tricks to :

• disguise your sagging or hooded eyelids

• open up your eyes and create a lift

• create fuller more youthful lips

Learning to treat yourself with compassion in motherhood

Pain, depression and becoming who you are

Support after suicide: a workshop facilitated by StandBy

Wed 24 May, 1pm - 4pm

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au

What do I say? What do I do? This 3 hour workshop is designed to increase understanding of suicide bereavement and provide basic support skills.

Topics covered include:

• the StandBy service model

• trauma, grief and loss

• what makes suicide different from other sudden death

• support approaches and best practice

• self care FREE

Enchantment and symbolism: The psychological function of fairytales

Sat 27 May, 10:30am - 12pm

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

In this class we get curious about the psychological function of our favourite fairy tales and explore the language of symbolism.

In this class, you will:

• Be guided through several reflective exercises designed to explore the symbolism and deeper message

• Explore how this may contribute something of importance to you in the here and now

• Consider what depths psychology has to offer about imaginal elements and the role of the unconscious mind FREE

Gut feelings: how the gut and mind influence each other

Sat 27 May, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Regina from “Heart of Wellness” is a qualified Naturopath (Bach. Health Science) and psychotherapist (Neuro Emotional Technique & Emotional Freedom Technique) who has a long standing passion for natural, holistic health. Regina has a special interest in supporting those with low mood, anxiety and stress by educating, motivating and empowering her clients to take charge of their health by working holistically with body, mind and spirit.

Regina will be discussing the interconnection between the gut and mind, how each play a role in optimal health and wellness. Regina will also share easy, usable actions you can apply in your daily life to take charge of your health and wellness. FREE

LIVE LIGHTLY

Discover how to leave a lighter footprint on our planet, and build a rewarding, more sustainable life.

Composting: Maintenance and troubleshooting

Wed 8 March, 1pm - 2:30pm

Miller’s Homestead -0438 284 989

Try this free, hands on compost workshop by Knox City Council, to help you find solutions for those pesky composting problems. Our compost expert, Ella from Compost Community, will show you ways to make your compost system thrive. FREE

Support sustainability through composting with Japara House

Wed 29 March, 11am - 12pm

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457

Composting + worm farming information and workshops

Worms are wonderful!

Tues 7 March, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Come along and find out just why worms are wonderful! Learn how to benefit from worms, manage a worm farm, encourage worms in your garden and benefit from the organic products they create. Everything you ever wanted to know about worms, but were afraid to ask!

Hosted by Wormologist Consultant, Sue Davis, from locally based Suez Worms. FREE

40% of average household waste is compostable! Cut down your food and organic waste, enrich your soil and plant health, and support sustainability through composting. Learn how and what you can compost, and the factors involved in choosing the right type of composting system for you. FREE

Composting, worm farms and the FOGO system

Tues 4 April, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Hosted by Wormologist Consultant, Sue Davis, from locally based Suez Worms. Learn how to correctly recycle lots of organic matter/waste from your home using a combination of compost bins, worm farms and the introduction of the FOGO system. FREE

Introduction to composting, worm farms and Bokashi bins

Mon 1 May, 1pm - 2:30pm

Realm Library - 9800 6430

Join Maroondah City Council’s Waste Education team to celebrate International Composting Awareness Week and learn all about composting your food scraps at home. This session will introduce you to three different at-home composting systems and help you decide which system suits you. Learn about how to set up and maintain a compost bin, worm farm and Bokashi bin, as well as some basic trouble shooting tips. FREE

Newspaper seedling pots with Heather

Mon 27 March, 10:30am - 12pm Knox Express - 9800 6470 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. FREE

Tues 4 April, 10:30am - 11:15am

Miller’s Homestead -0438 284 989

Thur 27 April, 2pm - 3pm

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455

Thur 4 May, 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Rowville Library - 9800 6443

Sat 20 May, 10:30am - 11:15am

Boronia Library - 9800 6488

Mon 22 May, 10am - 10:45am

Knox Express - 9800 6470

Wed 24 May, 2pm - 2:45pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Your garden waste service is changing. Soon you will be able to add food scraps into your green garden bin, and from July it will be collected weekly instead of fortnightly. Come along to one of our free information sessions to find out more about the new food and garden bin service and how you can help reduce your household waste going into landfill. FREE

Knox City Council’s Food and Garden Bin Serviceinformation session

Food Organics & Garden Organics (FOGO)

Sat 29 April, 10:30am - 11:30am

Realm Library - 9800 6430

From May 2023, Maroondah residents will be able to put their food waste to good use, with a food organics and garden organics (FOGO) waste collection service.

To prepare for the launch of this new service, join us at an information session to learn more about:

• what the FOGO service means for you

• what is and isn’t accepted in the FOGO bin

• tips tricks for using your caddy and liners

• ask any questions you may have of your new service

Bookings via: maroondah.vic.gov.au/Residents-property /Waste-rubbish/Community-wasteeducation-and-workshops

Can’t make it to a library? Attend the online session on Tuesday 18 April from 6:307:30pm (via above link). FREE

Ferntree Gully toy and book swap

Mon 8 - Sat 13 May, (opening hours)

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 grown out of, and are looking for some new ones? Empty those toy boxes and bookshelves and bring them down to Ferntree Gully Library to swap with others.

Donations accepted from 1 May, or just bring them with you on the day. FREE

How to reduce your household waste

Tues 23 May, 1pm - 3pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Want to understand what can/cannot go into your kerbside waste? Want to know where it all ends up? What are these new bins that you’re seeing other councils begin to roll out, when will Knox?

Come and have all your questions and more answered by a Knox Waste Education Officer at this free, informative session and do your bit to reduce your household waste and recycle properly. FREE

Recycled Roots & Leaves

Tues 30 May, 2pm - 3pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Mooroolbark Library presents Donna from ‘Recycled Roots and Leaves’, a unique plant rescue centre located in Monbulk. Join Donna for this informative talk about her passion for plants and reducing waste, and what you can do to help.

Donna has worked in plant nurseries for over 25 years and is passionate about reducing waste within the industry. FREE

HOME + GARDEN

Your Library is bringing you the best in home, gardening, and healthy living workshops.

Croydon Gardening Group

Second Wed of the month

Croydon Library - 9800 6448 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Plant swap & chat

Wed 8 March, 11am-12pm

CRISP : Community of Ringwood Indigenous Species Plant Nursery

Wed 12 April, 11am-12pm

All about lavender

Wed 10 May, 11am-12pm

Gully Gardeners

(Dates as below)

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Kerbside planting: bringing nature back into nature strips!

Wed 22 March, 2pm-3pm

Planting workshop for adults & kids

Gardening groups

Join fellow gardening enthusiasts to learn or share knowledge in a welcoming environment. Most groups feature guest presenters at some sessions. FREE

Bayswater’s monthly plant & harvest swap

First Tues of the month, 2:30 - 3:30pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Wed 12 April, 2pm-3:30pm

Gardens of America with Michael Hammer

Wed 3 May, 2pm-3:30pm

Miller’s monthly plant, produce, seed and recipe swap

First Mon of the month, 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Yarra Junction Planters

First Mon of the month

Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Australian native plants of the Fitzgerald River Region with Peter Rogers Mon 6 March, 2pm-3pm

Knox Environmental Society - Local native plant display

Wed 1 March - Fri 31 March 2023

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Knox Environmental Society will be holding a month long native plant display at the Ferntree Gully Library during opening hours.

See how the KES Indigenous Nursery promotes sustainability within Knox and the wider community, by engaging in projects and activities that monitor, protect and enhances our environment through sustainability policies, programs and practices. Bookings not required.

Preserving your harvest with Kat Lavers

Wed 1 March, 11am - 12:30pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Thanks to Knox City Council’s ‘Gardens for Harvest’ programme, Miller’s Homestead is hosting the wonderful Kat Lavers as she discusses the most useful techniques for preserving food for home gardeners - bottling and drying. This will include the techniques needed for long term storage of bottled fruits, chutneys, jams and tomato passata. FREE

Wildlife-friendly gardening with Janet Wheeler

Thur 9 March, 2pm - 3pm Rowville Library - 9800 6443 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Learn about why it’s important to support animals in your backyard and how biodiversity can help us all. As a licensed shelter and active rescuer of wildlife, Janet Wheeler is the expert who will take you through this inspiring presentation. FREE

What’s for Tea with Tracey?

Cooking demonstrations

Chicken risotto

Thur 9 March, 2pm - 3pm

Knox Express - 9800 6470

Cooking the perfect scone

Fri 24 March, 2pm - 3pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488

Quick veggie stir fry

Fri 28 April, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489

Lentil spaghetti bolognaise

Fri 19 May, 2pm - 3pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488

One-pot veggie enchilada pasta

Fri 26 May, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489

Join cooking whiz Tracey, for a series of tasty and timesaving recipes at Your Library. Tastings are a certainty! FREE

Sat 11 March, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

It’s peak season for the spectacular dahlia and at Belgrave Library we’re obsessed! Azalea Rohoza from boutique local You-Pick flower farm Harvest Homestead will be presenting an informative talk on growing dahlias, their requirements and care, including planting, harvesting, digging, dividing, storage and propagation.

A guide to arranging and wrapping a market bouquet of dahlias will be provided. Attendees will have the opportunity to separately purchase and arrange their own bouquet to take home, selecting from a “Bouquet Bar” of provided flowers and foliage. FREE

Dahlia talk and ‘bouquet bar’

Recipe swap

First Mon of the month, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us at Bayswater Library for a casual monthly get together where we chat about food and cooking. This is a fun social activity to share some of your recipes as well as expanding your personal recipe book! FREE

Bonsai presentation

Sat 18 March, 2pm - 3:30pm

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come along and learn about the art of bonsai! In this presentation, you will have the opportunity to learn the techniques used when creating, caring for, and maintaining bonsai trees. There will also be a large number of bonsai trees on display, each representing the different styles and species that can be used.

If you have a bonsai tree at home, you are invited to bring it along for advice or assistance. Participants will be handling potting mix; please bring along a mask and gloves to wear for safety. FREE

Forage & harvest

Thur 23 March, 9am - 10am

Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Bonsai workshop

Sat 18 March, 11am - 1pm

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come and create your very own bonsai tree! Learn about the different styles of bonsai as well the techniques used to create and maintain them. Bonsai plants, pots, soil, mesh, and all required tools will be provided. As participants will be handling potting mix, please bring along a mask and gloves to wear for safety (Ages 8-16). COST $10

Parental supervision required for children aged 8-12 years old.

With a community lunch today, it is time to head to our garden plot and harvest what we can for the meal. We may also forage around the park or township for some other edibles. You are welcome to join in the joyful experience of harvesting locally grown food. FREE

Practical interior design

Thur 23 March, 2pm - 3pm

Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Sometimes the choices around renovating or decorating can be incredibly overwhelming. Join Tara from Cantwell Interiors to hear how you can make simple changes in your home to improve your mood, your sleep and overall sense of pride in your space. There will be time for Q&A if you have any questions about your home. FREE

Seasonal tasks in the garden

Tues 28 March, 2pm - 3:30pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join local Horticulturalist Sue White, as she discusses which tasks you can complete in Autumn to prepare your garden for Winter. We encourage attendees to bring along some cuttings to share and some seeds for the Seed Library. FREE

Green spaces: Kerbside landscaping workshop

Wed 29 March, 2pm - 3pm Rowville Library - 9800 6443 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Touch and feel seed table

Mon 27 March - Sun 2 April

Rowville Library - 9800 6443 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come and interact with some weird and wonderful native plants and seeds provided by the Knox Environment Society! Find out about how they grow and why they’re so strange. No bookings required, just wander in any time during the week. FREE

Knox Council has made changes to the Green Streets Policy to provide a free permit to residents to plant out their nature strips! Irene from the Knox Environment Society will be walking us through how to apply for the permit, why we should use indigenous plants, and what resources will be available to help you on your regreening journey. You’ll be able to see the whole thing in action in our courtyard so you can visualise your nature strip. FREE

Native animals of Maroondah

Mon 3 April, 10am - 11am

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Learn about Maroondah’s native animals as Peter Rogers from the Ringwood Field Naturalists Club describes:

• what was commonly seen, but is no longer present,

• what has only recently arrived, and

• what has always been found in the Maroondah area

Peter’s presentation will include photographs of the animals discussed. FREE

Tues 2 May, 1:30pm - 2:30pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

This session will look at strategies for dealing with garden thieves: possums, rats, birds, insects. There are a few simple solutions: bring your tips to share! Olwyn Smiley’s business, ‘The Backyard Vegetable’, aims to encourage home food-growing by offering a consultation service, trouble-shooting and education. FREE

Preserving the harvest: Then and now

Tues 2 May, 2pm - 3pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Claire Coutts will demonstrate quick, easy and economical ways to preserve the produce from your garden, using basic utensils and methods. Humans have been preserving food for centuries, and Claire will enlighten you on some fascinating facts about how and why this has been accomplished. At the end of the presentation, enjoy a sample of homemade jam. FREE

Garden vandals

Flavours of South-east Asia

Sat 6 May, 10:30am - 12pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Director of Sous Vide Australia, teacher and chef, Dale Prentice, will be presenting a cooking demonstration on the diverse and complex flavours of South East Asia. Learn all about the aromas, unique flavours and colours of South East Asia.

Tastings included! FREE

Wed 17 May, 2pm - 3pm Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

In Garden like a nonno, Jaclyn Crupi shares everything she learned about productive gardening from her nonnos, Michele and Vincenzo. In this talk, Jaclyn shares their knowledge about soil health and improvement, composting, worm farms, and fertilisers you can make at home. Suitable for complete beginners as well as seasoned green thumbs. FREE

To

Mon 8 May, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

If you have ever thought about keeping bees, then come along and listen to a ‘warts and all’ talk about beekeeping. The Basin Backyard are commercial beekeepers and keep bees throughout Victoria - in this talk they will talk about all aspects of beekeeping and the requirements for beekeeping on your property. FREE

Thur 18 May, 10:30am - 12pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Fri 26 May, 10:30am - 12pm Knox Express Library - 9800 6470 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join International Rose Judge, Beth Williams, to learn when is the best time to get those rose bushes back to their best, maximising the number and quality of blooms from each bush. Learn the life cycle of your roses, and hints on how to make roses become the envy of the neighbourhood! FREE

Soil and seeds with Jaclyn Crupi

Rose pruning made easy with Beth Williams

be a beekeeper or to be a keeper of bees

CREATIVE + CRAFTY

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

Knit + crochet groups

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

Australian Crafters’ Aid Network (ACAN)

First Sat of the month, 1 - 3pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489

Crochet & conversation

Adult colouring groups

Relax, unwind and enjoy some creative time with others, at one of our regular colouring groups. BYO materials. FREE

Colouring circle

Fourth Thur of the month, 2pm - 3pm

Croydon Library - 9800 6448

Community colouring

First Thur of the month, 11am - 1pm

Rowville Library - 9800 6443

Creative colouring

First Thur of the month, 2pm - 3:30 pm

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457

Colour + colouring

Second Thur of the month, 2pm-3:30pm

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455

A colourful life

Second Fri of the month, 2pm-3:30pm

Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480

Colour me happy!

Third Fri of the month, 1pm - 2pm

Realm Library - 9800 6430

Every Mon, 10am - 12pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489

Every Mon, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Rowville Library - 9800 6443

Every Mon, 6pm - 8pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488

Chat and crochet

Every second Mon, 1:30pm - 3pm

Knox Express - 9800 6470

Community crochet

Fourth Fri of the month, 1:30pm - 3pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Knit and natter

Second Thur of the month, 1:30pm-3pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Knit and crochet for charity

First Fri of the month, 2 - 3:30pm

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455

Knit for charity

Third Fri of the month, 1pm -3pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488

Craft groups

Grab your current craft project and join us for a chat, skill-sharing, and a cuppa with friendly fellow crafters. FREE

Get crafty

Third Mon of the month, 1:30pm - 3pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Rowville Craft Group

Second Wed of the month, 2 - 4pm

Rowville Library - 9800 6443

Crafternoons at Miller’s Homestead

Third Wed of the month, 1pm - 4pm

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989

Croydon crafters

Every second Thur, 2pm - 3pm

Croydon Library - 9800 6448

Ferny Crafternoony

Fourth Fri of the month, 2pm - 3:30pm

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455

Crafty afternoons

Last Fri of the month, 2pm - 3pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488

Lyrebird

Third Sat of the month, 1pm Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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

Third Fri of the month, 2 - 3:30pm 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

Quilting

Magazine paper collage

Healesville Zinesters

Adult sessions:

Every Thurs, 3pm - 6pm (until 6 April)

Teen sessions (ages 13-19): Sat 11, 18 + 25 March, + Sat 1 April, 10am - 1pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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 you. Supported by Yarra Ranges Council and Bendigo Bank. FREE

Drawing for adults with Noah

Second Thur of the month, 2 - 3pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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! FREE

Beautiful book folding with Kay

Up-cycle old books into beautiful homedecor at these relaxing book folding sessions. FREE

St Patrick’s Day theme (intermediate)

Fri 3 March, 1pm - 2:30pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Beginners session

Fri 24 March, 10am - 11:30am

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989

Mother’s Day theme (intermediate)

Fri 21 April, 1pm - 2:30pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Autumn acorn theme (beginner)

Mon 24 April, 2pm - 3:30pm

Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462

Intermediate session

Fri 5 May, 10am - 11:30am

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989

Origami workshops

Origami flowers

Thur 9 March, 2pm - 3pm

Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us for a fun session of hands-on craft. Come and learn how to create a variety of beautiful origami flowers. FREE

Paint and sketch together

Third Tues of the month, 10am - 12pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Bring your own easel, paints and sketching materials to these relaxing, social, monthly sessions in the delightful grounds of Miller’s Homestead. Help yourself to tea and coffee while you create and connect with other artists in your community. If the weather is favourable, you can spread out in the garden and paint or sketch ‘Plein Air’. FREE

Chinese brush painting workshop

Tues 21 March, 1pm - 3pm Realm Library - 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Origami lotus flower

Thur 30 March, 2pm - 3pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join April from Folded by Me to learn how to make a gorgeous origami lotus flower, filled with Easter eggs. Perfect as a gift, a garden surprise from the Easter bunny, or as a table centrepiece. FREE

Learn how to paint flowers and birds or landscapes, using Chinese brushes, ink and colour on Xuan paper. Your teacher, Echo Wu, will reveal the important techniques through step-by-step teaching. Each participant will be able to take home a piece of artwork. COST $15

Paper-mache home decor

Tues 21 March, 2pm - 3pm Rowville Library - 9800 6443 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come along and paper-mache a vase, fruit bowl, planter, or whatever your heart desires in this fun and messy activity. Make plenty of mess in the courtyard and have a blast with this hands-on activity. It’s an eco-friendly way of decorating and will make for a distinct talking point in any home. All materials will be supplied, you only need to bring your creative spirit! FREE

Create online photobooks

Tues 21 March, 2:30pm - 4pm Montrose Library - 9800 6490 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Have a go at using apps and online services to create beautiful online scrapbooks and Photo Albums. We will be exploring platforms such as Snapfish, Canva and Kmart. Note: we will be creating an online draft of a photobook, and discussing how to order a printed version. FREE

Hands-on DIY: picnic tray

Mon 27 March, 2pm - 3pm Croydon Library - 9800 6448 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us for a fun session of hands-on DIY at the library, where we will make a portable picnic tray. All materials and tools supplied. FREE

Make

an Easter garland

Mon 27 March, 2pm - 3pm

Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Jeanette to create a beautiful Easter Garland, the perfect decoration for your home in preparation for the Easter Holiday. All materials supplied. COST $5

Botanical illustration for beginners with Bronwyn Ward

Sat 1 April, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join local artist Bronwyn Ward for a relaxing morning of drawing from nature. Designed for beginners, Bronwyn will take you through simple drawing materials and techniques and introduce you to advanced natural history illustration techniques to create your own botanical drawings.

Card making workshops

With Sue

Fri 14 April, 2pm - 4pm Boronia Library - 9800 6488 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join the talented Sue from The Basin Community House for this card making workshop! Learn how to make beautiful cards for family and friends. FREE

Make an Easter Basket

Wed 5 April, 10:30am - 11:30am

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Sharon and Deb to learn the techniques of how to make a festive Easter Basket. FREE

With Sina

Wed 31 May, 11am - 12pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Everyone enjoys receiving a card, especially when it’s handmade. In this class you will make and take home up to 4 beautiful handmade cards made by you. Suitable for beginners and more advanced crafters. COST $5

DIY hanging shelf

Mon 17 April, 2pm - 3pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Utilise old coat hangers and a tile to create a beautiful hanging shelf. Perfect for a gift or to hang small pieces of art or trinkets. All materials supplied. COST $5

Soap making with Fran Snowdon

Thur 20 April, 2pm - 3pm

Knox Express - 9800 6470 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Mon 22 May, 2pm - 3pm

Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6462 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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

Introduction to sashiko

Wed 3 May, 11am - 12pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Leanne O’Sullivan of Kimono House

Japanese Textiles & Craft for a morning of hand-stitching. Leanne will guide you in this relaxing and enjoyable introduction to sashiko, a traditional Japanese needlework. All materials will be provided and no previous experience is required. FREE

Laser cutting

Adults workshop: Thur 11 May, 2pm - 3pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Kids workshop: Thur 11 May, 4pm - 5pm Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come and try out our new Laser Cutting machine, the Emblaser 2! Learn about how this technology utilises a laser to vaporize materials, and design and create your own laser-cut key tag. FREE

Macramé workshops

Macramé rainbows

Mon 22 May, 2pm - 3pm

Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Jeanette and learn how to create your very own macramé rainbows! All materials supplied. COST $10

Bath bomb creations

Mon 29 May, 2pm - 4pm Rowville Library - 9800 6443 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Learn how to make bath bombs in this fun activity! They’re soothing, relieve stress, and make excellent organic gifts for any occasion. You’ll be able to take home your own special creation and leave the mess for us to clean up!

Bath bomb basics will be supplied. Bring recycled containers for moulds and any additional natural goodies you want to add. FREE

Macramé Mini plant hanger

Tues 30 May, 2pm - 3:30pm

Knox Express Library - 9800 6470 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Want to learn macramé and create a cute mini plant hanger for your home?

This beginner friendly macramé workshop run by the lovely people at Mountain District Learning Centre will be a great way to learn something new or rekindle your love of macramé. COST $5

OUT OF THE ORDINARY

In a rut? Try something a little different, just for the fun of it!

Words Aloud: Open mic sessions

1st Wed of the month, 6pm -8pm Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Calling all wordsmiths, poets, spoken word artists, short story, letter, speech and song lyric writers!

Share your words, stories and art with others in the intimate, cosy setting of the parlour at Miller’s Homestead. Connect with and be inspired by other wordsmiths and take the opportunity to perform your works to a respectful and inclusive audience.

March 2023, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Visit Miller’s and be delighted by this playful group exhibition of artisan dolls, enchanted creatures and character portraits by talented local artists and makers, Jenny Cody, Shirley Dougan and Merryn Griffiths.

Made from paper mache, polymer clay, textiles, mixed media and crocheted yarn, these incredible creations will fascinate and enchant young and old alike. Not a Barbie in sight!

Come along to our ‘Meet the Artists’ event on Thurs, 16 March from 5-7pm to hear about their techniques and inspiration and enjoy some refreshments and nibbles. Bookings are essential FREE

Not a writer but would love to hear the writing of others? Please join us, as an audience member. Each session will begin with a guest performer and will be followed by an open mic session. Tea and coffee provided. FREE

Art of the doll exhibition featuring Jenny Cody, Shirley Dougan and Merryn Griffiths

Learn how to share personal stories

Sat 4 March, 10:30am - 12pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Do you want to share your stories with others, but haven’t quite mustered the confidence and skill? In this 90 minute practical workshop you will learn how to tell one of your stories to a public audience. This workshop is being facilitated by Healesville Toastmaster, Kay Doolan McCartney. Sharing is optional. FREE

African drumming and dance workshop with Super Mande African Percussion

Fri 17 March, 4:30 - 5:30pm

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Celebrate Cultural Diversity week with us at Miller’s Homestead, at this joyous African Drumming and Dance workshop with Super Mande Percussion. This 1 hour workshop will give you an opportunity to learn the basics of African drumming and try out some funky, new African dance moves,

This is an all ages event (5- 500yrs) and we welcome all backgrounds and abilities.

The workshops will be led by Master Drummer Mady Keita from Mali, Director of Super Mande Percussion based in Bayswater, a teacher and performer of African drumming for over 30 years, who loves sharing his knowledge, culture and amazing skills in authentic and original African rhythms. FREE

Ocean conservation with Sea Shepherd

Sat 11 March, 11am - 12pm

Rowville Library - 9800 6443 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Sea Shepherd have been at the forefront of ocean conservation for decades taking direct action against overfishing, illegal activities, and marine pollution. Peter from the Melbourne Chapter will tell us what these issues mean for us and what we can do to make a difference for our planet. Get involved. Be informed. Be a part of Sea Shepherd’s fight for the ocean and our world. FREE

Introduction to toy photography

Sat 18 March, 11am - 12:30pm

Knox Express - 9800 6470 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us in learning about toy photography with Janan Lee. Participants will learn how to tell a story with toys using a phone or camera. Suitable for adults and children over 5. BYO toys (LEGO, action figures, pop vinyls or figurines) or you can use ours. BYO phone or camera. FREE

Sat 25 March, 10am - 2pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Vinyl enthusiasts, music collectors, crate diggers, and closet DJs: gather with your people for a short day of swapping and buying. Take home awesome albums and swap your unplayed records. There will be plenty of records for sale on the day so get in early for the bargains! FREE

Armchair travel: Bhutan and the Golden Triangle of India

Mon 20 March, 11am - 12:30pm

Knox Express - 9800 6470 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come visit the fascinating kingdom of Bhutan and the Golden Triangle of India from the comfort of the library. Join Nicole as she recounts her adventures with photographs and anecdotes. FREE

Sat 1 April, 11am - 12pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us at Belgrave Library for an intimate live performance and talk from local musician James Hampton. James Hampton’s music could be described as a fusion of Michael Bublé, Randy Newman, and Rufus Wainwright all rolled into one.

His musical inspiration was evidently built upon a quirky twist or two in his formative years, Irish heritage, and some old-fashioned family lounge room-style entertainment that opened the door to a wondrous music journey. FREE

Vinyl record swapmeet

James Hampton: Musician talk + live performance

Another year In Ferntree Gully: Photography exhibition

by Barbara Oehring

Tues 4 April - Fri 26 May, 9:30am - 4:30pm

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Barbara Oehring has been taking outstanding photographs of Ferntree Gully for the community paper Gully News, since its inception in 2009. On display at Miller’s, are pictures of people and places around the Gully, photographed by Barbara in 2022: from cricket in summer and acrobats at Knox Festival, to thoughtful winter reflections and a delightful glimpse of young tawny frogmouths in spring.

Meet Barbara at our ‘Meet the Artist’ event on Thurs, 27 April at 2pm to hear about her work with the paper and journey into photography, whilst you enjoy some nibbles and refreshments.

Bookings are essential FREE

Uplifting voices: Group singing course with Barb Shearer-Jones

Wed, 26 April, 3 May, 17 May, 24 May and 31 May, from 11am - 12:30pm

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come together with other singers, of all levels, to learn and sing a rich, joyous and simple repertoire of a’capella songs from around the world.

Barb Shearer-Jones’ 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. $10 per session.

Learn to play the ukulele

Fri 5, 12, 19 + 26 May, 10am - 11am

Croydon Library - 9800 6448 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Have you always wanted to learn an instrument? Why not try the ukulele!

Join Ike at Croydon library for a series of four ukulele workshops in a small group setting that will focus on studying chords, learning songs, and most of all having fun! FREE

Cruising tales with Judith

Fri 12 May, 11am - 12pm

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Judith as she recounts tales and shows photographs of her far reaching cruising adventures from around the world. FREE

Women for the ocean: Daughters of the deep

Sat 13 May, 11am - 12pm

Rowville Library - 9800 6443 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Can you believe that globally women only hold 1.2% of maritime roles? Daughters of the Deep are making a difference by giving women the opportunity to be involved in marine science, to rise to leadership, and to protect the ocean.

Kate will be sharing her mission and passion for why women need to be involved with the ocean and the initiatives they have been working on.

Come along with questions and to check out the merchandise table on the day! FREE

Wine tasting night with MT Wines

Mon 22 May, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join Marco and Portia from local Ferntree Gully winery, MT Wines, and find out about their journey together owning and producing their own wines. Enjoy learning about quality grapes and the individuality of each variety of wine, then taste and compare.

Cheese and crackers provided. Bottles of wine will be available for purchase on the night. FREE

FUN + FRIENDSHIP

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

Ranges chess club

Every Tues during school terms

Beginners and Juniors 6:30 - 7pm

Social Chess: 7 - 10pm

Belgrave Library - 9800 6489

Board game evening

Last Tues of the month, 7 - 8pm

Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480

Lilydale Lakeside chess club

First Wed of the month, 5- 7:30 pm

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457

Chess at Bayswater

Second Wed of the month, 2:30 - 4pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Let the games begin!

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

Bridge social group at Knox Express

Every Mon, 11:30am - 1:30 pm

Knox Express - 9800 6470

Croydon games group

First Mon of the month, 10am -12pm + third Sun of the month, 12:30 - 4:30pm

Croydon Library - 9800 6448

Scrabble at Bayswater

Fourth Mon of the month, 1:30 - 3:30pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Healesville games group

First Tues of the month, 2 - 3pm

Healesville Library - 9800 6497

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

Knox chess enthusiasts

Every Friday at 12:30 - 5:30pm

Rowville Library - 9800 6443

Drop in Fridays - cards + chat

Every Friday at 1 - 4pm

Yarra Junction Library - 9800 6498

Board + card game fun

Third Fri of the month, 3:30 - 5pm

Ferntree Gully Library - 9800 6455

Realm board gaming

Second Sat of the month,11am - 4 pm

Realm Library - 9800 6430

Dungeons & Dragons

Second Tues of the month, 5:30 - 7:30pm Realm Library- 9800 6430 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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 provided! (Ages 18 +) FREE

Like to come and play Dungeons & Dragons at Belgrave Library?

We are currently taking expressions of interest for players of all levels (Ages 18+).

To register your interest please see staff at Belgrave Library or call 9800 6489.

Magic: the Gathering

Every Wed, 4pm - 5:30pm

Knox Express - 9800 6470 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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 (all ages). Runs 2:30pm - 5:30pm during the school holidays. FREE

Proudly sponsored by Cardtastic Collectibles & Gaming

Warhammer 40K

Fourth Sat of the month, 1 - 4:30 pm Knox Express - 9800 6470 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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. FREE

First Sat of the month, 10:30am - 12pm Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Tired of completing the same puzzle over and over again? Bring it along and trade it for one that’s new to you! Puzzles must be at least 500 pieces, in good condition, with no missing pieces. No children’s puzzles please. FREE

Jigsaw puzzle swap

Book bingo Classic movie day

Thur 30 March, 1:30 - 3:30 pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Join us for a fun afternoon of book bingo and trivia based on your favourite books. Fantastic prizes to be won! FREE

Fri 7 April, 2pm - 4:30 pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Come along and watch Alfred Hitchcock’s classic movie Dial M for Murder. This 1954 crime-thriller stars Ray Milland, Grace Kelly, Robert Cummings and John Williams. Enjoy some popcorn on us! FREE

Heritage games for adults

Fri 28 April, 9am - 5pm

Lilydale Library - 9800 6457 events.yourlibrary.com.au

Singalong at Miller’s with Rachel Nendick

Fri 31 March + 26 May, 2pm - 3pm

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989 events.yourlibrary.com.au

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

Come and try your hand (and feet) at some heritage games. Many have been lost to time, others are old favourites. Bring some friends for a fun-filled adventure back in time. Games will be available all day for you to try. FREE

Get-togethers

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

Social morning at Montrose

Every Tuesday at 10am - 12pm

Montrose Library - 9800 6490

Seniors chat & coffee

New

Every second Wed, 1:30 pm - 2:30pm

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Seniors morning tea

Every Friday at 11am - 12pm

Boronia Library - 9800 6488

Movie lovers groups

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!

Monday night at the movies

Mon 5:30pm - 7:30pm

(see events.yourlibrary.com.au for dates)

Boronia Library - 9800 6488

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, 1pm - 2pm

Miller’s Homestead - 0438 284 989

Movie night in the library

Fourth Thur of the month, 6pm - 7pm

Rowville Library - 9800 6443

Realm in Motion Movie Club

Last Fri of the month during school terms. 6pm - 8pm (all ages) Free popcorn!

Realm Library - 9800 6430

English conversation groups

Is English your second language? Come along and practice your English skills in a relaxed and inclusive environment. FREE

Conversation Circle

Every Mon 9:45 -10:45am with Mountain District Learning Centre

Bayswater Library - 9800 6498

Every Wed 9:30am - 10:30am with the library team

Mooroolbark Library - 9800 6480

Every Thurs (school terms) 10am-11am with the library team

Knox Express - 9800 6470

Conversation Café

Every Fri at 12:30pm - 1:30pm with friendly volunteers. BYO coffee. Realm Library - 9800 6430

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ONLINE EVENTS

Read, connect, chat - Fourth Wed of the month at 2pm 13

BAYSWATER

Beautiful bookfolding with Kay (St Patrick’s Day theme) - Fri 3 March, 1pm - 2:30pm 52

Worms are wonderful! - Tues 7 March, 1:30pm - 2:30pm 38

Book bingo - Thur 30 March, 1:30 - 3:30 pm 65

Composting, worm farms and the FOGO system - Tues 4 April, 1:30pm - 2:30pm 38

Downsizing seminar- Wed 5 April, 1:30pm - 3pm 25

Reiki with Sally - Tues 18 April, 10am - 11:30am 34

Beautiful bookfolding with Kay (Mother’s Day theme) - Fri 21 April, 1pm - 2:30pm 52

Meet the Author: Cheryl Adam - Wed 26 April, 1:30pm - 2:30pm 10

Garden vandals - Tues 2 May, 1:30pm - 2:30pm 46

To be a beekeeper or to be a keeper of bees - Mon 8 May, 1:30pm - 2:30pm 47

Online safety: recognising scams - Tues 9 May, 1pm - 3pm 18

Kyeema Airline crash- Wed 10 May, 11am - 12pm 30

Always a work in progress - Fri 12 May, 2pm - 3pm 36

Meet local Author: Kathryn Hore - Sat 13 May, 10:30am - 11:30am 11

Phone photography - Tues 16 May, 2pm - 3:30pm 19

How to reduce your household waste - Tues 23 May, 1pm - 3pm 40 Knox City Council’s Food and Garden Bin Service info session - Wed 24 May, 2pm - 2:45pm 39

Biggest Morning Tea - Thur 25 May, 10am-11am 05 Card making with Sina - Wed 31 May, 11am - 12pm 55 Brainworks with MDLC - Mondays, 11am - 1pm 31 Conversation Circle - Mondays 9:45am -10:45am

career service - First Fri of the month, 10am - 12pm 23

Write minded - First Fri of the month, 3:30pm - 5pm 16

Community crochet - Fourth Fri of the month, 1:30pm - 3pm 50

Jigsaw puzzle swap - First Sat of the month, 10:30am - 12pm 64

BELGRAVE

There used to be a canopy here with (art talk with Cathy Ronalds) - Sat 4 March, 10am - 11am 49

Dahlia talk and ‘bouquet bar’- Sat 11 March, 10:30am - 12:30pm 43

Meet the Author: Divesh Sareen - Thur 16 March, 6:30pm - 7:30pm 08

Paper collage workshop with Artist Joy Serwylo - Fri 17 March, 10am - 11am 49

Meet the Author: Kerryn Mayne - Sat 18 March, 11am - 12pm 09

Drop in one-on-one career service - Mon 20 March, 3 April, & 1 May, 10am - 12 pm 23

Vinyl record swapmeet - Sat 25 March, 10am - 2pm 60

Phone photography - Tues 28 March, 2pm - 3:30pm 19

Origami lotus flower workshop - Thur 30 March, 2pm - 3pm 43

Dame Nellie Melba - Fri 31 March, 10am - 11am 26

James Hampton: Musician talk + live performance - Sat 1 April, 11am - 12pm 60

What’s for Tea with Tracey? - Fri 28 April & 26 May, 12:30pm - 1:30pm 43

Introduction to sashiko - Wed 3 May, 11am - 12pm 56

Pain, depression and becoming who you are - Wed 10 May, 2pm - 3pm 36

Soil and seeds with Jaclyn Crupi - Wed 17 May, 2pm - 3pm 47

Online safety: recognising scams - Wed 24 May, 10am - 11am 18

Crochet & conversation - Mondays, 10am -12pm 50

Art for wellbeing with MDLC - Tuesdays, 10am -12pm 32

Laptop essentials - Tuesdays, 10am-11am 18

Jobs Victoria Advocates - Second Wed of the month 12:30pm 23

Reader to Reader - Third Wed of the month at 10:30am 13

Jobs Victoria Advocates - Second Wed of the month, 12:30pm - 1:30pm 23

Love, peace, harmony meditation - Every Thur, 10:30am - 11:30am 31

Drawing for adults with Noah - Second Thur of the month, 2pm - 3pm 52

French book club - Third Thur of the month, 6:30pm 13

Australian Crafters’ Aid Network (ACAN) - First Sat of the month, 1 - 3pm 50

Mountain Ash Chapter - Second Sat of the month, 10am - 12pm 16

Lyrebird Quilting - Third Sat of the month, 1pm 51

Belgrave Food Garden working bee - Second Sun of the month, 10am - 12pm 03

Ranges Chess Club and Board Games in the Hills - various dates/times 63

BORONIA

How smart is your smartphone? - Sat 4 March & 1 April, 10am - 12pm 19

Ink & watercolour course with the CAE - Tues 7 March - 28 March, 11am - 12:30pm 48

Selling second-hand items online – Tues 14 March, 2pm - 3:30pm 18

What’s for Tea with Tracey? - Fri 24 March & 19 May, 2pm - 3pm 43

Which app is right for you? - Mon 27 March, 6pm - 7pm 19

Yoga with The Basin Community House - Fri 31 March, 2pm - 3pm 34

Classic movie day – Fri 7 April, 2pm - 4:30 pm 65

Card making workshops with Sue from The Basin Community House – Fri 14 April, 2pm - 4pm 55

Tai Chi with The Basin Community House - Fri 21 April, 2pm - 4pm 35

Meditation taster class with the Basin Community House - Fri 5 May, 2pm - 4pm 31

Knox City Council’s Food and Garden Bin Service info session - Sat 20 May, 10:30am - 11:15am 39

Wine tasting night with MT Wines – Mon 22 May, 6:30pm - 7:30pm 62

Art for wellbeing with MDLC - Mondays, 6pm - 8pm 32

Crochet & conversation - Mondays, 6pm - 8pm 50

Monday night at the movies – Mondays 5:30pm - 7:30pm (see events.yourlibrary.com.au) 66

Books and beyond – First Tues of the month at 2pm 13

Quiet time in the library - Wednesdays (school terms), 3:30pm - 4:30pm 32

Jobs Victoria Advocates - Every second Wed, 10:30am - 2:30pm 23

Brainworks - Fridays, 9:30am - 11am 31

Seniors Morning Tea – Fridays, 11am - 12pm 65

Knit for charity – Third Fri of the month, 1pm - 3pm 50 Crafty afternoons –Last Fri of the month, 2pm - 3pm 51

CROYDON Plant swap & chat - Wed 8 March, 11am-12pm 41 Social morning for adults – Tues 14 March, 9:30am - 12pm 06 Growing in to Autism – Tues 14 March, 6pm - 7pm 06 Different Journeys information session – Wed 15 March, 10am - 11am 07

Gently Gently Storytime – Wed 15 March, 11am - 11:45am 07

NDIS Connection Desk - Fri 17 March, Wed 19 April & Mon 22 May, 10am - 12pm 03

Hands-on DIY: picnic tray – Mon 27 March, 2pm - 3pm 54

Olena’s story : forced labour, displacement, migration in WWII - Tues 28 March, 6:30pm - 7:30pm 27

Starting out: working out your career - Fri 31 March, 12pm - 1pm 25

Turning sleep into wellbeing with Annette Subhan i- Wed 5 April, 11am - 12:30am 34

CRISP : Community of Ringwood Indigenous Species Plant Nursery - Wed 12 April, 11am-12pm 41

Health and fitness apps – Mon 24 April, 2pm - 3pm 21

Smartphone basics – Thur 27 April, 2pm - 4pm 22

Tablet / iPad Basics – Thur 4 May, 2pm - 4pm 22

Learn to play the ukulele – Fri 5, 12, 19 + 26 May, 10am - 11am 61

(CROYDON

cont.)

All about lavender - Wed 10 May, 11am-12pm 41

Intro to MyHealthRecord – Thur 11 May, 2pm - 4pm 22

Meet the Author: Fiona Lowe – Fri 19 May, 2pm - 3pm 12

Croydon games group – First Mon of the month, 10am -12pm + third Sun of the month, 12:30 - 4:30pm 63

Jobs Victoria Advocates - Wednesdays, 10am - 2pm 23

Croydon crafters – Every second Thur, 2pm - 3pm 51

Colouring circle – Fourth Thur of the month, 2pm - 3pm 50

FERNTREE GULLY

Knox Environmental Society: Local native plant display – Wed 1 March - Fri 31 March 2023 42

Knox Festival at Ferntree Gully Library – Sat 4 March, 10am - 5pm 02

How to retire successfully with Andrea Jenkins – Sat 18 March, 2:30pm - 3:30pm 24

Book sale – Mon 20 March to Sat 25 March 12

Kerbside planting: bringing nature back into nature strips! – Wed 22 March, 2pm-3pm 41

Readings from Tales from the Pandemic – Tues 28 March, 6:30- 7:30pm 09

Elizabeth Gould – Fri 31 March, 2pm - 3pm 27

Apps and games to keep your brain active – Mon 3 April, 2pm - 3pm 20

Planting workshop for adults & kids – Wed 12 April, 2pm-3:30pm 41

Life and writing with Author Barbara McCarthy – Wed 26 April, 2pm - 3:30pm 11

Knox City Council’s Food and Garden Bin Service information session – Thur 27 April, 2pm - 3pm 39

Laughter yoga session and energy healing meditation – Sat 29 April, 11am - 12pm 35

Gardens of America with Michael Hammer – Wed 3 May, 2pm-3:30pm 41

Transferring your files – Thur 4 May, 2pm - 3:30pm 21

Ferntree Gully toy and book swap – Mon 8 - Sat 13 May 40

Support after suicide: a workshop facilitated by StandBy – Wed 24 May, 1pm - 4pm 37

Biggest Morning Tea – Thur 25 May, 10am - 12pm 05

Ferntree Gully Bookchat – Third Wed of the month at 2 pm 13

Colour + colouring for adults - Second Thur of the month, 2pm - 3:30pm 50

Knit and crochet for charity - First Fri of the month, 2pm - 3:30pm 50

Board + card game fun – Third Fri of the month, 3:30pm - 5pm 63

Ferny Crafternoony – Fourth Fri of the month, 2pm - 3:30pm 51

HEALESVILLE

Learn how to share personal stories - Sat 4 March, 10:30am - 12pm 59

Sharing stories – Thur 9 March, 5pm - 6:30pm, Wed 15 March,

2:30 - 4pm & Sat 18 March, 10:30am - 12pm 02

Getting to know your phone – Tues 14 March, 2pm - 3:30pm 19

Forage & harvest - Thur 23 March, 9am - 10am 44

Autumn Equinox Celebration & community lunch – Thur 23 March, 12:30pm - 3:30pm 04

Healesville’s famous guesthouses, with Bryn Jones – Mon 27 March, 2pm - 3:30pm 28

Digitise your photos – Tues 4 April, 2pm - 3:30pm 20

Healesville photo walk – Sat 29 April, 10:30am - 12:30pm 21

Graphic design with Canva – Tues 2 May, 2pm - 3:30pm 20

Flavours of South-east Asia - Sat 6 May, 10:30am - 12pm 47

Online safety: recognising scams – Tues 9 May, 2pm - 3:30pm 18

Processing insurance claims& community lunch – Thur 11 May, 12:30pm - 3:30pm 04

CFA disaster preparedness talk & community lunch – Thur 25 May, 12:30pm - 3:30pm 04

Gut feelings: how the gut and mind influence each other – Sat 27 May, 11:30am - 12:30pm 37

Healesville Zinesters - throughout March & April 52

Healesville games group - First Tues of the month, 2 - 3 pm 63

Healesville bookchat - Third Tues of the month at 2 pm 13

Last Tuesday writers group - Last Tues of the month at 2 pm 16

Jobs Victoria Advocates – First Thur of the month, 1pm - 4:30pm 23

KNOX EXPRESS

What’s for Tea with Tracey? – Thur 9 March, 2pm - 3pm 43

Meet the Authors: Christine Pow and Pilar Oyarzun – Thur 9 March, 6:30pm - 7:30pm 08

Introduction to toy photography – Sat 18 March, 11am - 12:30pm 60

Armchair travel: Bhutan and the Golden Triangle of India – Mon 20 March, 11am - 12:30pm 60

Smartphone basics – Thur 23 March, 2pm - 4pm 22

Newspaper seedling pots with Heather – Mon 27 March, 10:30am - 12pm 39

Tablet / iPad Basics – Thur 30 March, 2pm - 4pm 22

Intro to MyHealthRecord – Thur 6 April, 2pm - 4pm 22

Map Warper – Fri 14 April, 10am - 11am 28

Soap making with Fran Snowdon – Thur 20 April, 2pm - 3pm 56

Uniting AgeWell Social Connections Program:

introduction for potential volunteers – Thur 18 May, 11am - 12pm 04

Knox City Council’s Food and Garden Bin Service information session

– Mon 22 May, 10am - 10:45am 39

Google Maps: more than just a map – Tues 23 May, 2pm - 3:30pm 21

Rose pruning made easy with Beth Williams – Fri 26 May, 10:30am - 12pm 47

Macramé a mini plant hanger – Tues 30 May, 2pm - 3:30pm 57

Chinese language tech support one-to-one with Angelina – by appointment 17

Bridge social group - Mondays, 11:30am - 1:3pm 63

Chat and crochet – Every second Mon, 1:30pm - 3pm 50

Knox Express Bookchat – Fourth Tues of the month at 2:30 pm 13

Fun and brains – Wednesdays, 11:30am - 1:30pm 31

Magic: the gathering - Wednesdays, 4pm - 5:30pm 64

Conversation circle – Thursdays, 10am - 11am 66

Jobs Victoria Advocates – Thursdays, 10am - 2pm 23

Knox Writers – Thursdays, 5pm to 8pm 16

Warhammer 40K – Fourth Sat of the month, 1pm - 4:30pm 64

LILYDALE

Mindfulness for adults with Japara House – Fri 17 March, 2pm - 3pm 33

Edith Dickenson: special correspondent of the Boer War – Tues 21 March, 2pm - 3pm 27

Support sustainability through composting with Japara House – Wed 29 March, 11am - 12pm 38

Botanical illustration for beginners with Bronwyn Ward – Sat 1 April, 10:30am - 12:30pm 55

Make an Easter Basket – Wed 5 April, 10:30am - 11:30am 55

Transferring your files – Thur 27 April, 2pm - 3:30pm 21

Heritage games for adults – Fri 28 April, 9am - 5pm 65

Cruising tales with Judith – Fri 12 May, 11am - 12pm 62

Yoga with Japara House – Fri 26 May, 9:15am - 10:15am 34

Lilydale seniors computer club – Mondays, 1:30 pm + 2:30 pm 17

Jobs Victoria Advocates – Every second Tues, 9:30am - 1pm 23

Lilydale Lakeside chess club – First Wed of the month, 5pm - 7:30pm 63

Lilydale bookchat – Third Wed of the month at 10:30 am 13

Bookish: The Lilydale Library bookclub – Fourth Wed of the month at 10:30 am 13

Creative colouring – First Thur of the month, 2pm -3:30pm 50

Lilydale Lakeside Writers Group – Fourth Fri of the month at 4 pm 16

MILLER’S HOMESTEAD

Art of the doll exhibition – March 2023, Mon-Fri 9:30am - 4:30pm 58

Preserving your harvest with Kat Lavers - Wed 1 March, 11am - 12:30pm 42

Composting: Maintenance and troubleshooting - Wed 8 March, 1pm - 2:30pm 38

African drumming and dance workshop – Fri 17 March, 4:30 - 5:30pm 59

Beautiful book folding with Kay - Fri 24 March & Fri 5 May, 10am - 11:30am 33

Singalong at Miller’s with Rachel Nendick – Fri 31 March + 26 May, 2pm - 3pm 65

Another year In Ferntree Gully exhibition by Barbara Oehring – Tues 4 April to Fri 26 May 61

Knox City Council’s Food and Garden Bin Service – Tues 4 April, 10:30am - 11:15am 39

(MILLER’S HOMESTEAD cont.)

Write your own food memoir with Ruth Kenrick-Smith – Tues 11 April, 11am - 1pm 15

Graphic design with Canva – Fri 21 April, 1pm - 2:30pm 20

Mindfulness-based stress reduction course - 2 May to 20 June, 12:30pm - 3pm 33

Uplifting voices: Group singing course with Barb Shearer-Jones – various dates 61

Miller’s monthly plant, produce, seed + recipe swap – First Mon of the month, 3:30 pm 41

Art for wellbeing with artist Anudeepa Kadiresan – Last Mon of the month, 9:30 - 11:30am 32

Mindfulness at Miller’s – Tuesdays, 1:30pm - 2:30pm 33

Knox Genies at Miller’s Homestead – Second Tues of the month, 9:30am - 12pm 26

Paint and sketch together – Third Tues of the month, 10am - 12pm 53

Words Aloud: Open mic sessions – First Wed of the month, 6pm -8pm 58

Little ones playgroup and bookchat - Every second Wed, 9:30am - 11:30am 14

Crafternoons at Miller’s Homestead – Third Wed of the month, 1pm - 4pm 51

Miller’s Matinee – Second Fri of the month, 1pm - 2pm 66

MONTROSE

Dame Nellie Melba - Tues 7 March, 10am - 11am 26

The Bank of Mum & Dad– Wed 15 March, 2:30pm - 3:30pm 24

Create online photobooks – Tues 21 March, 2:30pm - 4pm 54

A trip down memory lane...sharing memories of Montrose – Sat 15 April, 10am - 11:30am 29

Fostering authenticity: Creative writing for personal wellbeing –Wed 26 April, 10am - 11:30am 35

Ageless beauty: hooded eyes and thin lips be gone! – Tues 23 May, 10am - 11:30am 36

Social morning at Montrose – Tuesdays, 10am - 12pm 65

MOOROOLBARK

Celebrate Mooroolbark Festival 2023 – Sat 18 March, 10am - 4pm + Sun 19 March, 10am - 1pm 03

Practical interior design – Thur 23 March, 2pm - 3pm 45

Make an Easter garland – Mon 27 March, 2pm - 3pm 54

Seasonal tasks in the garden – Tues 28 March, 2pm - 3:30pm 45

Journey of a lost manuscript with Author Lorraine Smith – Thur 30 March, 2pm - 3pm 10

DIY hanging shelf – Mon 17 April, 2pm - 3pm 55

Map Warper – Tues 18 April, 11am - 12pm 28

Queens of Egypt –Thur 27 April, 11am - 12pm 29

Preserving the harvest: Then and now – Tues 2 May, 2pm - 3pm 46

Learning to treat yourself with compassion in motherhood - Thur 4 May, 11am - 12pm 36

Laser cutting - Thur 11 May, 2pm (adults) & 4pm (kids) 56

Rose pruning made easy with Beth Williams - Thur 18 May, 10:30am - 12pm 47

Macramé rainbows - Mon 22 May, 2pm - 3pm 57

Biggest Morning Tea – Thur 25 May,

Games afternoon for children and teens - Thur 16 March, 4 - 5pm 07

Gently Gently Storytime - Fri 17 March, 10 - 10:45am 07

Bonsai workshop (for ages 8-16) - Sat 18 March, 11am - 1pm 44

Bonsai presentation - Sat 18 March, 2pm - 3:30pm 44

Chinese brush painting workshop - Tues 21 March, 1pm - 3pm 53

Volunteer English tutors - Thur 23 March, 2pm 3pm 04

Shi-Ba-Shi with U3A - Wed 29 March, 9:45am - 10:45am 34

Native animals of Maroondah - Mon 3 April, 10am - 11am 46

Buying online - Tues 4 April, 1pm - 2pm 20

Dementia - Robotic Companion Animals - Fri 28 April, 10am - 11am 35

The only woman at Gallipoli - Fri 28 April, 2pm - 3pm 30

Food Organics & Garden Organics (FOGO) - Sat 29 April, 10:30am - 11:30am 39

Introduction to composting, worm farms and Bokashi bins - Mon 1 May, 1pm - 2:30pm 39

Be the hero of your own story - Mon 8 May, 2pm - 3:30pm 15

Between history and myth: storytelling in museums - Sat 13 May, 10:30am - 11:30am 30

Celtic storytelling and creative writing - Thur 18 May, 1pm - 2:30pm 15

Enchantment and symbolism: The psychological function of fairytales - Sat 27 May, 10:30am - 12pm 37

Sahaja yoga meditation – Every Tues, 6:30pm - 7:30pm 31

Dungeons & Dragons – Second Tues of the month, 5:30pm - 7:30pm 64

Jobs Victoria Advocates – Wednesdays, 10am - 2pm 23

Employment Community Connector with the Migrant Information Centre - Every second Wed, 2pm - 5pm 24

Realm Readers bookchat – Second Wed of the month at 2pm 13

One more page bookclub – First Thur of the month at 2pm 13

Novel Idea bookchat – Last Thur of the month at 6:30pm 13

Conversation Café – Fridays 12:30pm - 1:30pm 66

Colour me happy! – Third Fri of the month, 1pm - 2pm 50

Realm in Motion Movie Club – Last Fri of the month during school terms, 6pm - 8pm 66

Realm board gaming – Second Sat of the month, 11am - 4pm 63

Realm writers group – Last Sat of the month at 10am 16

ROWVILLE

Online safety: recognising scams – Wed 1 March & Thur 4 May, 2pm - 3pm 18

Edith Dickenson: special correspondent of the Boer War – Wed 8 March, 9:30am - 10:30am 27

Wildlife-friendly gardening with Janet Wheeler – Thur 9 March, 2pm - 3pm 05

Ocean conservation with Sea Shepherd – Sat 11 March, 11am - 12pm 59

Paper-mache home decor – Tues 21 March, 2pm - 3pm 54

Touch and feel seed table – Mon 27 March - Sun 2 April 45

Green spaces: Kerbside landscaping workshop – Wed 29 March, 2pm - 3pm 45

Strategies and support to get the job you want – Thur 30 March, 2pm - 3pm 25

Cold War Games: history with Harry Blutstein – Wed 5 April, 2pm - 3pm 28

Knox City Council’s Food and Garden Bin Service information session – Thur 4 May, 6:30pm - 7:15pm 39

Life and writing with Author Barbara McCarthy – Thur 11 May, 2pm - 3pm 11

Women for the ocean: Daughters of the deep – Sat 13 May, 11am - 12pm 62

Video streaming: the basics – Thur 18 May, 2pm - 3:30pm 21

Biggest Morning Tea – Fri 19 May, 10am - 12pm 05

Bath bomb creations – Mon 29 May, 2pm - 4pm 57

Crochet & conversation – Mondays, 12:30pm - 2:30pm 50

Rowville bookchat - Third Mon of the month at 3pm 13

Brainworks – Tuesdays, 12:30pm - 2:30pm 31

Rowville craft group - Every second Wed of the month, 2pm - 4pm 51

Jobs Victoria Advocates – Thursdays, 11:30am - 3:30pm 23

Community colouring – First Thur of the month, 11am - 1pm 50

Movie night in the library – Fourth Thur of the month, 6pm - 7pm 66

Morning stretches with Amy - Fridays, 10am -11am 32

Knox chess enthusiasts - Fridays, 12:30pm - 5:30pm 63

YARRA JUNCTION

Australian native plants of the Fitzgerald River Region - Mon 6 March, 2pm-3pm 42

Ultimate Walks and Hikes: meet the Author Laura Waters - Mon 27 March, 2pm - 3pm 33

Accessibility on your device - Thur 30 March, 2pm - 3pm 19

Beautiful book folding with Kay - Mon 24 April, 2pm - 3:30pm 52

Soap making with Fran Snowdon - Mon 22 May, 2pm - 3pm 56

Jobs Victoria Advocates – First Mon of the month, 12pm - 4pm 23

Yarra Junction Planters - First Mon of the month, 2pm 42

Around words bookchat - First Wed of the month at 11am 13

Around Film - Second Wed of the month, 11am 66

Tech & Tea - Thursdays, 2pm-3pm 18

Drop in Fridays: card + chat - Fridays, 1pm - 4pm 63