SPECIAL EVENTS

AUTUMN BOOK BINGE 2020

Read more, read widely! Research tells us that reading has positive benefits on health, wellbeing and personal development. As part of the Autumn Book Binge 2020, readers are invited to read books from nine different challenges. Like a book bingo, participants who complete three challenges in a vertical, horizontal or diagonal line will be eligible to enter a monthly competition, with the chance to win book vouchers. Collect your information brochure from your local library and get reading!

Sunday 1 March - Sunday 31 May

CAMP WEEKEND – COME AND MAKE PERFORMANCE

CAMP is Back to Back Theatre’s annual weekend of delightfully ruthless theatremaking workshops for community members with and without disability who love, or are curious about, performance making. No experience is necessary and new faces are especially welcome. In partnership with Back to Back Theatre Co. Fees apply for each workshop. To register your place and learn more, visit backtobacktheatre.com

Saturday 14 - Sunday 15 March Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 9:30-5:30pm

BRONNIE MASEFAU – DEVELOPING YOUR STYLE

Interior designer Bronnie Masefau is renowned for her residential designs and has over 25 years of experience in interior design. She is the author of five books, including her latest The Meaning of Home: A Place to Belong, in which she explores how the spaces we live in contribute to and craft our lives.

Saturday 9 May Belmont 2:00-3:00pm

RECYCLING 2020

What happens with our recycling? Come along and hear from Mat Dickens, Director and CEO of Corio Waste, about what happens with the material we put in our recycling bins and why it is more important than ever to reduce our waste.

Wednesday 18 March Newcomb 6:30-7:30pm

Presented in conjunction with Geelong Sustainability Group

SEMINAR 1

THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE PLAN EVER PROPOSED TO REVERSE GLOBAL WARMING In our urgent transition to a zero emissions economy we need to accelerate our pace and focus on carbon reduction solutions scientifically researched in Drawdown, the most comprehensive plan ever to reverse global warming. This seminar will present 100 economically viable solutions - from clean energy to land use practices that pull carbon out of the air. These 100 substantive solutions represent a credible path forward not just to slow the earth’s warming but also to reach drawdown, that point in time when greenhouse gases in the atmosphere peak and begin to decline. Gene Blackley from Project Drawdown Australia promotes an inspiring vision for a thriving economy and society in our future negative-carbon world, by embracing the extraordinary opportunities for Australia to be an economic superpower with a renewable-powered circular economy.

Tuesday 3 March Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-8:30pm

SEMINAR 2

SPEED DATING A SUSTAINABILITY SPECIALIST Get advice and tips from enviro designers, architects and sustainability experts on how to improve the sustainability of your home and garden. Whether you rent, own or plan to build or renovate, there are many ways to achieve a healthy, comfortable home with minimum running costs. This is a great opportunity to book in for one or two 20 minute appointments and receive one-on-one personalised advice about your property. Topics include: ecologically sustainable design/ architecture, garden design (including edible gardens), energy efficiency, solar PV and batteries, retrofitting, water conservation, eco materials and thermal comfort ratings.

Saturday 2 May Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-1:00pm

Please note a small fee of $5 applies for each of these seminars. Bookings for all seminars: geelongsustainability.org.au/ cleverliving

FOLK ALLIANCE AUSTRALIA ExCHANGE

CONFERENCE

The ExChange is a two-day network and showcase conference for the Australia and New Zealand music industry, produced by Folk Alliance International in partnership with the Port Fairy Folk Festival. It focuses on economic development, industry partnerships and professional development for musicians, arts workers and those interested in folk music and culture. Australian showcase artists include Alana Wilkinson, Benny Walker, Emily Wurramara, Fenn Wilson, Saije and The Maes. International artists performing as a part of the event include The East Pointers (CAN), The Jellyman’s Daughter (SCO), Ian Sherwood (CAN) and many more. In addition special feature artists include Eleanor McEvoy (IRL), Marcia Howard & Shane Howard.

Monday 2 - Wednesday 4 March Geelong Library & Heritage Centre

The Conference is a ticketed event and further details can be found at https:// folkexchange.org/

OPENING NIGHT GALA EVENT

Hosted by Derek Guille, this gala will feature a special opening ceremony by Wadawurrung artists followed by performances by Port Fairy Folk Festival 2020 Artists of the Year, Gina Williams & Guy House, Shane Howard, The East Pointers and many special guests. Includes the presentation of the FAI Lifetime Achievement Award to Port Fairy Folk Festival Founding Director, Dr Jamie McKew, OAM. A portion of proceeds from this event will go toward the Cobargo Community Bushfire Recovery Fund. Tickets $50 + bf, includes drinks & canapes https:// folkexchange.org/register/

Monday 2 March Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 8:00-11:00pm

FREE PUBLIC EVENTS

In partnership with Folk Alliance International. Drop in for free folk music performances at the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre. No bookings required.

Tuesday 3 March, 12:30-1:15pm Lunchtime performance: The Jellyman’s Daughter (SCO)

Wednesday 4 March, 12:30-1:15pm Lunchtime performance: Ian Sherwood (CAN)

Wednesday 4 March, 6:00-7:00pm Songcatchers: Hosted by Paul Petran featuring Eleanor McEvoy (IRL), Marcia Howard & Shane Howard.

WORLD POETRY DAY

Declared by UNESCO in 1999, World Poetry Day is designed to promote the reading, writing, publishing and teaching of poetry throughout the world. This is Geelong Regional Libraries’ 10th year of celebrating World Poetry Day, this year recognising the achievements of local poets including David McCooey, Jo Langdon, Cameron Lowe, Maria Takolander and Melbourne poet, Rose Lucas. The event will feature introductions by local poet and author of three novels, John Bartlett. Bookings required.

Wednesday 18 March Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-8:30pm

BENEFITS OF TREATING CANCER – HEALTH PANEL

Join Geelong Region Cancerians in partnership with Geelong Regional Libraries and event sponsor Mindwerx International for this panel discussion aimed at understanding, preventing and treating diseases including various cancers. Panellists include Dr David Routledge who has a specialist interest in haematological cancers and bone marrow transplantation; cancer survivor Ann Cook whose message is early detection; a Melbourne based cancer research facility specialist from the Australian Cancer Research Foundation; and panel moderator, Geelong region business and community leader, Sue Marshman. Bookings essential. www. eventbrite.com.au/e/89452223007

Wednesday 25 March Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-8:00pm

EXPLORE THE YOU YANGS AND SERENDIP SANCTUARY

Parks Victoria Ranger Ebonee Cook will share insights into the history, activities and programs at two of Lara's local parks. Serendip Sanctuary features grasslands and wetlands, and is home to a rich and diverse array of birds and mammals. The sanctuary contributes to the conservation of vulnerable and endangered Victorian animals, including the Eastern Barred Bandicoot, through dedicated breeding programs. You Yangs Regional Park has distinctive granite peaks and is a significant site for the local Wadawurrung people.

Thursday 30 April Lara 6:30-7:30pm

GEELONG DESIGN WEEK 19 - 29 March

Geelong’s unique creative heritage and exciting design-driven future will be showcased at Geelong Design Week 2020. More than 80 events will be held across 10 days including workshops, exhibitions, performances, screenings and pop-up installations. • Hear from international design experts • See how virtual reality blends our past and future • Learn about designing for long-term survival

EXHIBITION: CELEBRATE UPSTART’S INNOVATIVE CHANGEMAKERS

An exhibition and celebration of Upstart’s seven years of kickstarting young entrepreneurs. It will showcase the designs and innovations created through the Upstart Challenge and Upstart Creative Changemaker Programs.

Thursday 19 - Sunday 29 March Geelong Library & Heritage Centre

Exhibition Launch Event

Thursday 26 March, 5:00-7:00pm Geelong Library & Heritage Centre, Ground Floor. No bookings required.

EVENTS AT GEELONG LIBRARY & HERITAGE CENTRE:

Thursday 19 March, 6:30-8:00pm The City Presents: Wadawurrung Landscapes, Living Spaces and Built Environment

Friday 20 March, 10:00-12.30pm Accessible Design Thinking Session 1: Accessible design: documents to meet everyone’s needs – LB Learning Solutions (10:00am -11:00am) Session 2: Accessible design: inside and out – Accessability Business Consulting (11.30am-12.30pm)

Saturday 21 March, 11:30-1:00pm Design is Everywhere – Office of the Victorian Government Architects

Saturday 21 March, 3:30-5:30pm Think Globally, Act Locally - Transition Streets Geelong

Monday 23 March, 7:00-8:30pm David Rowe: Regional and Creative: A History of Geelong’s Innovations, Inventions and Promotions

Tuesday 24 March, 5:30-7:00pm A New Civic Precinct: Designing A Sustainable Future

Tuesday 24 March, 7:30-8:30pm Humans in Geelong: Stories that Inspire, Connect and Strengthen our Community

Bookings required for all events. Visit www.geelongdesignweek.com.au for bookings and further information.

GEELONG AFTER DARK

Come along to the annual city-wide Geelong After Dark celebrations to see the library in an entirely new light! With something for all ages and abilities, GAD 2020 will feature music, dance, circus acts and more – prepare to be surprised and delighted.

Friday 1 May Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:00-10:00pm

THRILLERS WITH A TWIST OF TRUTH

In this special panel discussion authors Heather Rose (Bruny) and J.P. Pomare (In the Clearing) look to reality in these superb works of imagination. Facilitated by Maria Takolander from Deakin University. Presented in partnership with Queenscliffe Literary Festival. Tickets $25, please visit www.queenscliffeliteraryfestival.com.au for bookings and details.

Sunday 24 May Queenscliff Town Hall 25 Learmonth St Queenscliff 10:00-11:00am

FEMINIST WRITERS FESTIVAL AND KINDRED

Feminist Writers Festival is back with a clutch of authors from the anthology, Kindred: 12 Queer #LoveOzYA Stories. What does it mean to be queer in Australia? What does it mean to be human?

FINDING AND WRITING YOURSELF – A WORKSHOP WITH NEVO ZISIN

Join Nevo Zisin, author of award-winning Finding Nevo for a workshop that tackles gender diversity, self-love and finding your voice. Nevo will discuss their own lived experience as a non-binary transgender person and investigate concepts of reclaiming one's story through writing. Participants will explore their own relationships with gender, their bodies, and discover new tools for self-exploration and accessing authenticity. Participants will be required to bring a pitch idea or outline or a piece of writing to share in the workshop. This workshop is open to women and non-binary writers. Tickets: $60. Workshop participants gain free entry to the panel session.

Sunday 29 March Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 12noon-3:00pm

Bookings: feministwritersfestival.com

KINDRED PANEL – QUEER LIFE, COMMUNITY AND ALL THE FEELS

‘Kindred peels back the labels we all wear to find the people, stories and beating hearts underneath. It’s a book for everyone.’ – Lili Wilkinson. What does it mean to be human? Is sexuality and identity political? And what does community look like? Kindred contributors Alison Evans, Erin Gough, Marlee Ward and Nevo Zisin discuss how belonging and identity is shaped by the people we love and the society we live in. For teen readers and lovers of YA, this is your chance to hear from the LGBTI+ community on queer representation in Australia. Tickets: $10

Sunday 29 March Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 3:30-5:00pm