Big things are happening at the library! Starting in February, we’re launching new weekly and monthly programs—regular times and spaces to get tech help, be creative, sharpen your writing skills, or slow down and enjoy a moment of mindfulness. Add in sustainability events, Library Lovers’ Day Trivia Night, Lunar New Year celebrations, and plenty to look forward to! Don't forget to submit your reading log for the Big Summer Read! |
Big things are happening at the library! Starting in February, we’re launching new weekly and monthly programs—regular times and spaces to get tech help, be creative, sharpen your writing skills, or slow down and enjoy a moment of mindfulness. Add in sustainability events, Library Lovers’ Day Trivia Night, Lunar New Year celebrations, and plenty to look forward to! Don't forget to submit your reading log for the Big Summer Read! |
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| Library Lovers’ Day Trivia Night Celebrate Library Lovers’ Day with fun questions about books, literature, and the wonderful world of libraries. Bring your brain, bring your heart, and get ready for a night where love and knowledge win! Come as a team or fly solo and we'll partner you with some new quiz friends. Thursday 12 February, 6–7.30pm Preston Library |
Library Lovers’ Day Trivia Night Celebrate Library Lovers’ Day with fun questions about books, literature, and the wonderful world of libraries. Bring your brain, bring your heart, and get ready for a night where love and knowledge win! Come as a team or fly solo and we'll partner you with some new quiz friends. Thursday 12 February, 6–7.30pm Preston Library |
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| Anniversary of the Apology to the Stolen GenerationsOn 13 February 2008, the government apologised for the laws and policies of successive Parliaments and governments that have inflicted profound grief, suffering and loss on our fellow Australians, and apologised especially for the removal of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their families, their communities and their country. The anniversary marks an important step towards our ongoing journey of truth-telling to achieve justice and thereby healing. |
Anniversary of the Apology to the Stolen GenerationsOn 13 February 2008, the government apologised for the laws and policies of successive Parliaments and governments that have inflicted profound grief, suffering and loss on our fellow Australians, and apologised especially for the removal of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their families, their communities and their country. The anniversary marks an important step towards our ongoing journey of truth-telling to achieve justice and thereby healing. |
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| RamadanFrom 16 February to 18 March. Ramadan Mubarak to those who celebrate. Ramadan is a sacred time of fasting, reflection, prayer and community connection observed by Muslims around the world. Enjoy reading our Ramadan picture books with your little ones. |
RamadanFrom 16 February to 18 March. Ramadan Mubarak to those who celebrate. Ramadan is a sacred time of fasting, reflection, prayer and community connection observed by Muslims around the world. Enjoy reading our Ramadan picture books with your little ones. |
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| New programs!For new weekly, fortnightly and monthly events, check out: |
New programs!For new weekly, fortnightly and monthly events, check out: |
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| Monthly Mindful Mondays Once a month on a Monday afternoon, drop in for an hour of simple mindfulness and creative activities. Unwind, refocus, or just enjoy a mindful moment. February activity
Kindness & Connection: Collaborative Collage Monday 16 February, 1–2pm
Preston Library |
Monthly Mindful Mondays Once a month on a Monday afternoon, drop in for an hour of simple mindfulness and creative activities. Unwind, refocus, or just enjoy a mindful moment. February activity
Kindness & Connection: Collaborative Collage Monday 16 February, 1–2pm
Preston Library |
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| NeuroConnect Theatre WorkshopsNeuroConnect welcomes you to join their fun and inclusive theatre workshops. Attend one or both! For people aged 18+ who identify as members of the disability community along with friends, family, carers and supports.
Workshop One
Build your improv skills and confidence with a range of theatre games facilitated by theatre experts in a supportive space. Saturday 14 February, 1–3pm Reservoir Library |
NeuroConnect Theatre WorkshopsNeuroConnect welcomes you to join their fun and inclusive theatre workshops. Attend one or both! For people aged 18+ who identify as members of the disability community along with friends, family, carers and supports.
Workshop One
Build your improv skills and confidence with a range of theatre games facilitated by theatre experts in a supportive space. Saturday 14 February, 1–3pm Reservoir Library |
Workshop Two
Create and embody a character through movement. Saturday 21 February, 1–3pm Reservoir Library
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Workshop Two
Create and embody a character through movement. Saturday 21 February, 1–3pm Reservoir Library
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| Chair YogaChair yoga is a low-impact exercise for older adults or anyone looking for an accessible way to practice yoga. This class is neurodiversity friendly. Support workers are welcome to join. A Get Active in Darebin Summer event. Tuesdays – 3 February to 10 March
10.30–11.30am
Preston Library |
Chair YogaChair yoga is a low-impact exercise for older adults or anyone looking for an accessible way to practice yoga. This class is neurodiversity friendly. Support workers are welcome to join. A Get Active in Darebin Summer event. Tuesdays – 3 February to 10 March
10.30–11.30am
Preston Library |
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| Zine Workshop Learn graphic storytelling methods, zine making, and digital and traditional artmaking techniques. This quarterly program is run by Ink Blood Comics, a collective of young creatives, artists and storytellers. . Ages 12–25. Drinks and snacks provided. Friday 27 February, 5–6.30pm
Northcote Library |
Zine Workshop Learn graphic storytelling methods, zine making, and digital and traditional artmaking techniques. This quarterly program is run by Ink Blood Comics, a collective of young creatives, artists and storytellers. . Ages 12–25. Drinks and snacks provided. Friday 27 February, 5–6.30pm
Northcote Library |
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| Snow Flower and the Secret FanMandarin Film Screening This film explores the parallel stories of seven-year-old girls Snow Flower and Lily in 19th century China, and their descendants Nina and Sophia in present day Shanghai. Mandarin with English subtitles. A Kanopy film. Rate M. Tuesday 3 February, 6–7.45pm
Reservoir Library |
Snow Flower and the Secret FanMandarin Film Screening This film explores the parallel stories of seven-year-old girls Snow Flower and Lily in 19th century China, and their descendants Nina and Sophia in present day Shanghai. Mandarin with English subtitles. A Kanopy film. Rate M. Tuesday 3 February, 6–7.45pm
Reservoir Library |
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| Darebin Volunteer Expo Hear from over 20 local volunteer-involving organisations and community groups and learn how you can get involved. From environment and conservation, to education, aged care, access and inclusion and more. Darebin Libraries will be there so come and find out how to join in. Saturday 21 February, 10am–1pm
Enter via the Darebin Intercultural Centre (350 High Street, Preston) |
Darebin Volunteer Expo Hear from over 20 local volunteer-involving organisations and community groups and learn how you can get involved. From environment and conservation, to education, aged care, access and inclusion and more. Darebin Libraries will be there so come and find out how to join in. Saturday 21 February, 10am–1pm
Enter via the Darebin Intercultural Centre (350 High Street, Preston) |
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| Get Active this Summer! The Get Active in Darebin Summer Program offers free beginner-friendly exercise sessions for local community members. From cricket to zumba, tai chi to tennis, or boxing to chair yoga, there’s something for all ages, abilities and fitness levels. 2 February to 15 March |
Get Active this Summer! The Get Active in Darebin Summer Program offers free beginner-friendly exercise sessions for local community members. From cricket to zumba, tai chi to tennis, or boxing to chair yoga, there’s something for all ages, abilities and fitness levels. 2 February to 15 March |
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| Walk for Truth Poster Exhibition December 2025–March 2026Visit our libraries to see powerful and creative posters by local students who participated in the 2025 Darebin Schools Yarning Conference and who proudly shared their voices in a Walk for Truth. To find out more about the Yarning Conference visit Council’s website. |
Walk for Truth Poster Exhibition December 2025–March 2026Visit our libraries to see powerful and creative posters by local students who participated in the 2025 Darebin Schools Yarning Conference and who proudly shared their voices in a Walk for Truth. To find out more about the Yarning Conference visit Council’s website. |
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| Sustainable living book listLearn about sustainable living, lowering your energy bills and reducing your carbon footprint at this upcoming series of events, or check out our book list. |
Sustainable living book listLearn about sustainable living, lowering your energy bills and reducing your carbon footprint at this upcoming series of events, or check out our book list. |
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| Build your own garden in a boxSave time and water with a self-watering garden bed! Kerrie from the Northcote Library Food Garden will show us how to build a wicking bed using a broccoli box. Thursday 5 February, 6–7pm Northcote Library Food Garden |
Build your own garden in a boxSave time and water with a self-watering garden bed! Kerrie from the Northcote Library Food Garden will show us how to build a wicking bed using a broccoli box. Thursday 5 February, 6–7pm Northcote Library Food Garden |
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| Working BeeNorthcote Library Food GardenGet some sunshine, pull some weeds and plant some plants at the Northcote Library Food Garden. This community garden is managed by a group of residents keen to learn and share sustainable food practices. Saturday 7 February, 11am–12pm Northcote Library Food Garden |
Working BeeNorthcote Library Food GardenGet some sunshine, pull some weeds and plant some plants at the Northcote Library Food Garden. This community garden is managed by a group of residents keen to learn and share sustainable food practices. Saturday 7 February, 11am–12pm Northcote Library Food Garden |
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| Electrify your Home and Life Want to reduce energy bills and your carbon footprint and create a comfortable home? Join us to hear about the Darebin Energy Upgrades Program and how two locals have electrified and improved the efficiency of their home and car. Tuesday 24 February, 6–7.30pm
Reservoir Library |
Electrify your Home and Life Want to reduce energy bills and your carbon footprint and create a comfortable home? Join us to hear about the Darebin Energy Upgrades Program and how two locals have electrified and improved the efficiency of their home and car. Tuesday 24 February, 6–7.30pm
Reservoir Library |
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Writers, Readers, Book Lovers! |
Writers, Readers, Book Lovers! |
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| Edward Caruso Author Talk Join local poet Edward Caruso for a discussion of his most recent collection of poetry. What Distance Means is a lyrical exploration of emotions and lifelong connections to people and landscapes of the Italian peninsula and beyond. Wednesday 25 Feb, 6.30–7.30pm
Northcote Library |
Edward Caruso Author Talk Join local poet Edward Caruso for a discussion of his most recent collection of poetry. What Distance Means is a lyrical exploration of emotions and lifelong connections to people and landscapes of the Italian peninsula and beyond. Wednesday 25 Feb, 6.30–7.30pm
Northcote Library |
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| Favel Parrett Author TalkAward-winning author Favel Parrett in conversation about her writing process and passion for wildlife. Favel writes for adults and children. Her books include the acclaimed Past the Shallows, When the Night Comes, There Was Still Love, Wandi and Kimmi. Thursday 26 February, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library |
Favel Parrett Author TalkAward-winning author Favel Parrett in conversation about her writing process and passion for wildlife. Favel writes for adults and children. Her books include the acclaimed Past the Shallows, When the Night Comes, There Was Still Love, Wandi and Kimmi. Thursday 26 February, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library |
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| Decolonizing Solidarity Book Club Presented with Darebin Solidarity with First Peoples Explore how to be an empathetic and constructive ally by collectively reading and reflecting upon Decolonizing Solidarity: Dilemmas and Direction for Supporters of Indigenous Struggles by Clare Land. Monthly from
11 February to 12 August, 6–8pm
Preston Library |
Decolonizing Solidarity Book Club Presented with Darebin Solidarity with First Peoples Explore how to be an empathetic and constructive ally by collectively reading and reflecting upon Decolonizing Solidarity: Dilemmas and Direction for Supporters of Indigenous Struggles by Clare Land. Monthly from
11 February to 12 August, 6–8pm
Preston Library |
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| Global Bookshelf: The library in your language Did you know you can borrow library items in over 70 languages? Join us at this monthly drop-in session to: - find books, online newspapers, magazines and films in your language
- explore our language resources
- connect with other people
Tuesday 10 February, 10.30–11.30am Preston Library |
Global Bookshelf: The library in your language Did you know you can borrow library items in over 70 languages? Join us at this monthly drop-in session to: - find books, online newspapers, magazines and films in your language
- explore our language resources
- connect with other people
Tuesday 10 February, 10.30–11.30am Preston Library |
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| Journalling ReflectionsJoin us for an hour of journalling using a combination of text and images to capture personal thoughts or reflections in your own journal. Bring your own materials. Fortnightly on Fridays, 2.30–3.30pm
Northcote Library |
Journalling ReflectionsJoin us for an hour of journalling using a combination of text and images to capture personal thoughts or reflections in your own journal. Bring your own materials. Fortnightly on Fridays, 2.30–3.30pm
Northcote Library |
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| Life Writing Have you ever wanted to create the story of your life? Join us to discuss and brainstorm approaches to writing about important moments of your life and then have focused time to write. Share your work and meet other people over a cuppa.
Monthly at Northcote Library. Friday 13 Feb, 2.30-3.30pm Northcote Library |
Life Writing Have you ever wanted to create the story of your life? Join us to discuss and brainstorm approaches to writing about important moments of your life and then have focused time to write. Share your work and meet other people over a cuppa.
Monthly at Northcote Library. Friday 13 Feb, 2.30-3.30pm Northcote Library |
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| The Big Book Swap Are those stacks of books that you've read piling up around you? Come along to our Big Book Swap where you can enjoy the opportunity to swap your pre-loved books for new reads. Books should be in fair to good condition (well-read but undamaged). Wednesday 18 Feb, 6.30–7.30pm Northcote Library |
The Big Book Swap Are those stacks of books that you've read piling up around you? Come along to our Big Book Swap where you can enjoy the opportunity to swap your pre-loved books for new reads. Books should be in fair to good condition (well-read but undamaged). Wednesday 18 Feb, 6.30–7.30pm Northcote Library |
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| Find all our Lunar New Year events! Live music, spectacular lion dances, a youth phở workshop and more; it’s a festive feast of activities capturing the joy and traditions of this important celebration. |
Find all our Lunar New Year events! Live music, spectacular lion dances, a youth phở workshop and more; it’s a festive feast of activities capturing the joy and traditions of this important celebration. |
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| Big Summer Read final call!Last chance to get your entries in! Submit your reading log online by Saturday 31 January or return your paper version to the library by 5pm Monday 9 February to be in the running to win great prizes. Good luck! |
Big Summer Read final call!Last chance to get your entries in! Submit your reading log online by Saturday 31 January or return your paper version to the library by 5pm Monday 9 February to be in the running to win great prizes. Good luck! |
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| Tech Term Dive into the digital world at this 8-week tech program for kids aged 7 to 12. Kids will learn the basics from Scratch Jr. to Lego Robotics and discover free apps and websites that help develop block coding skills. Book once to sign up for all 8 weeks! Weekly on Wednesdays
4 February to 25 March, 4–5pm Reservoir Library |
Tech Term Dive into the digital world at this 8-week tech program for kids aged 7 to 12. Kids will learn the basics from Scratch Jr. to Lego Robotics and discover free apps and websites that help develop block coding skills. Book once to sign up for all 8 weeks! Weekly on Wednesdays
4 February to 25 March, 4–5pm Reservoir Library |
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| Kids clubs Our monthly clubs for kids are back! Kids can play, build, create, and learn new skills in a fun, relaxed environment. Bookings at Eventbrite: |
Kids clubs Our monthly clubs for kids are back! Kids can play, build, create, and learn new skills in a fun, relaxed environment. Bookings at Eventbrite: |
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| Early years programsBack next week! Whether you’re returning after the break, moving to the next age group or joining us for the first time, we can’t wait to see you! We offer Preschool Storytimes in different languages, Baby Rhymetime and Toddler Time. |
Early years programsBack next week! Whether you’re returning after the break, moving to the next age group or joining us for the first time, we can’t wait to see you! We offer Preschool Storytimes in different languages, Baby Rhymetime and Toddler Time. |
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Digital Empowerment Workshops |
Digital Empowerment Workshops |
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| Whether you’re looking to demystify the Cloud, learn about AI and how you might use it, or just make more efficient use of your smartphone, we’ve got a workshop for you. |
Whether you’re looking to demystify the Cloud, learn about AI and how you might use it, or just make more efficient use of your smartphone, we’ve got a workshop for you. |
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We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woiwurrung people who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which Darebin stands. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future leaders. |
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woiwurrung people who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which Darebin stands. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future leaders. |
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