Whether you’re a content producer, crafter or creative spirit looking to feel inspired and connected, there’s a program here for you. For readers, we’re kicking off 2026 with a new book club where you follow our intriguing monthly theme but choose your own book. And for everyone, don’t miss the Walk for Truth poster exhibition on display at all libraries. Happy New Year and happy reading! |
Whether you’re a content producer, crafter or creative spirit looking to feel inspired and connected, there’s a program here for you. For readers, we’re kicking off 2026 with a new book club where you follow our intriguing monthly theme but choose your own book. And for everyone, don’t miss the Walk for Truth poster exhibition on display at all libraries. Happy New Year and happy reading! |
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| What's On Want to know all that’s on offer at the Library from January to March in one booklet? Get your hard-copy What’s On booklet at your local Darebin Libraries branch. Out now! |
What's On Want to know all that’s on offer at the Library from January to March in one booklet? Get your hard-copy What’s On booklet at your local Darebin Libraries branch. Out now! |
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January 26 and Truth-telling |
January 26 and Truth-telling |
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| January 26 The public holiday, marking January 26, is a day of mourning for many in our community. Visit Council’s website to learn how you can take part in an activity that respects and recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. |
January 26 The public holiday, marking January 26, is a day of mourning for many in our community. Visit Council’s website to learn how you can take part in an activity that respects and recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. |
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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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| New Year, New Affirmation!Embroider a simple one-word affirmation for the year ahead. A lovely, relaxed way to start the year on an optimistic note. Tuesday 6 January, 6–7.30pm
Reservoir Library |
New Year, New Affirmation!Embroider a simple one-word affirmation for the year ahead. A lovely, relaxed way to start the year on an optimistic note. Tuesday 6 January, 6–7.30pm
Reservoir Library |
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| Make your own recycled T-shirt BagTransform your old t-shirt into a no-sew bag. We’ll show you how using scissors and simple knot-tying. What to bring: - One clean used t-shirt
- Your creativity!
Wednesday 28 January, 6–7pm
Northcote Library |
Make your own recycled T-shirt BagTransform your old t-shirt into a no-sew bag. We’ll show you how using scissors and simple knot-tying. What to bring: - One clean used t-shirt
- Your creativity!
Wednesday 28 January, 6–7pm
Northcote Library |
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| Still Life Sessions: A space to drawLooking for the perfect summer evening activity? If the weather is kind, we’ll take our pencils and paper to the library courtyard for a breezy open-air session. All skill levels welcome. Materials provided. Wednesday 7 January, 6–7pm
Northcote Library |
Still Life Sessions: A space to drawLooking for the perfect summer evening activity? If the weather is kind, we’ll take our pencils and paper to the library courtyard for a breezy open-air session. All skill levels welcome. Materials provided. Wednesday 7 January, 6–7pm
Northcote Library |
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| Get started with home recordingLearn how to set up your own recording space and explore free and affordable tools to produce and share your tracks or podcast episodes from home. Thursday 8 January, 6–7.30pm
Preston Library |
Get started with home recordingLearn how to set up your own recording space and explore free and affordable tools to produce and share your tracks or podcast episodes from home. Thursday 8 January, 6–7.30pm
Preston Library |
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| Last Friday Themed Book Club - NEW!Want to be part of a book club where you have the flexibility of choosing your own book? Each month read a book (any book) with a set theme, then we’ll get together to discuss our reading adventures! - January – Read a book with a beach/holiday setting
Check out our book list for reading ideas. The last Friday of the month
2.30–3.30pm
Fairfield Library |
Last Friday Themed Book Club - NEW!Want to be part of a book club where you have the flexibility of choosing your own book? Each month read a book (any book) with a set theme, then we’ll get together to discuss our reading adventures! - January – Read a book with a beach/holiday setting
Check out our book list for reading ideas. The last Friday of the month
2.30–3.30pm
Fairfield Library |
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| Create your own Reading Challenge Card for 2026Get excited for your next year of amazing books by creating your own personalised reading challenge card for 2026! Set your reading goals and decorate your card with collage or drawing. Thursday 29 January, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library |
Create your own Reading Challenge Card for 2026Get excited for your next year of amazing books by creating your own personalised reading challenge card for 2026! Set your reading goals and decorate your card with collage or drawing. Thursday 29 January, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library |
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| Digital magazinesDid you know you can find digital magazines on three different platforms using your library membership? Whether you’re by the pool, at the beach, or on your lunch break, you can relax and dip into a magazine with: - BorrowBox – check out ePress
- PressReader – many languages available!
- Flipster for Choice magazine
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Digital magazinesDid you know you can find digital magazines on three different platforms using your library membership? Whether you’re by the pool, at the beach, or on your lunch break, you can relax and dip into a magazine with: - BorrowBox – check out ePress
- PressReader – many languages available!
- Flipster for Choice magazine
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| Gardening talk: How to Tackle Queensland Fruit Fly and Gall WaspJoin local gardening expert, Kaye from Blue Bee Garden Design, for tips on protecting your garden from Queensland fruit fly and gall wasp. Tuesday 27 January, 6–7.30pm
Reservoir Library |
Gardening talk: How to Tackle Queensland Fruit Fly and Gall WaspJoin local gardening expert, Kaye from Blue Bee Garden Design, for tips on protecting your garden from Queensland fruit fly and gall wasp. Tuesday 27 January, 6–7.30pm
Reservoir Library |
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| Identifying and avoiding scamsDiscover how to recognise common scams, protect your personal information and act if you have been targeted. Wednesday 14 January, 6–7.30pm Northcote Library |
Identifying and avoiding scamsDiscover how to recognise common scams, protect your personal information and act if you have been targeted. Wednesday 14 January, 6–7.30pm Northcote Library |
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| Online Safety BasicsLearn straightforward ways to protect personal information, create strong passwords and keep your devices safe with simple tips, including keeping your software up-to-date and using two-step verification. Tuesday 20 January, 6–7.30pm
Reservoir Library |
Online Safety BasicsLearn straightforward ways to protect personal information, create strong passwords and keep your devices safe with simple tips, including keeping your software up-to-date and using two-step verification. Tuesday 20 January, 6–7.30pm
Reservoir Library |
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| School Holiday Program Our summer program has something for nature lovers, theatrical kids, builders, makers, readers, and kids who just wanna have fun! |
School Holiday Program Our summer program has something for nature lovers, theatrical kids, builders, makers, readers, and kids who just wanna have fun! |
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| Big Summer ReadLooking for something big to do these summer holidays? Think big prizes, big fun and big reading adventures! The challenge runs until 31 January 2026 and is open to readers aged 0 to 18. |
Big Summer ReadLooking for something big to do these summer holidays? Think big prizes, big fun and big reading adventures! The challenge runs until 31 January 2026 and is open to readers aged 0 to 18. |
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| Youth Bubble Tea Summer Sips WorkshopSip the summer away with a refreshing bubble tea, made by you! Learn about preparing and cooking boba and discover different flavours and toppings at our bubble tea station. Vegan-friendly. For ages 10–16. Bring your own cup. Friday 16 January, 3–4.30pm
Reservoir Library |
Youth Bubble Tea Summer Sips WorkshopSip the summer away with a refreshing bubble tea, made by you! Learn about preparing and cooking boba and discover different flavours and toppings at our bubble tea station. Vegan-friendly. For ages 10–16. Bring your own cup. Friday 16 January, 3–4.30pm
Reservoir Library |
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| Wear It with Pride for YouthMake your own pride accessories including badges, bag charms or bracelets, or customise your clothes with iron-on patches. For ages 12–18. Friday 23 January, 3–4pm
Northcote Library |
Wear It with Pride for YouthMake your own pride accessories including badges, bag charms or bracelets, or customise your clothes with iron-on patches. For ages 12–18. Friday 23 January, 3–4pm
Northcote Library |
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| Keep cool at the libraryFeeling the heat this summer? Stay cool at the library and spread the word! Things you might not know: - You can bring food and drink to the library
- Everyone is welcome—you don’t need to be a member
- If you do want to join, it’s free!
- You don’t need a login to access wifi
- You can relax with a crossword, sudoku or colouring sheet, or contribute to a community jigsaw at our activity centres
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Keep cool at the libraryFeeling the heat this summer? Stay cool at the library and spread the word! Things you might not know: - You can bring food and drink to the library
- Everyone is welcome—you don’t need to be a member
- If you do want to join, it’s free!
- You don’t need a login to access wifi
- You can relax with a crossword, sudoku or colouring sheet, or contribute to a community jigsaw at our activity centres
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| Extra Access, extra coolPreston Library offers Extra Access—perfect for when you want to spend more time at the library on hot summer nights and public holidays. Enjoy an additional 21 hours of air-conditioned comfort per week! |
Extra Access, extra coolPreston Library offers Extra Access—perfect for when you want to spend more time at the library on hot summer nights and public holidays. Enjoy an additional 21 hours of air-conditioned comfort per week! |
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| Tips for heatwavesHeatwaves can be dangerous, especially when we’re older, have young children or are pregnant, or have existing medical conditions. Make a plan for how you’ll stay cool this summer. For tips in your language visit darebin.vic.gov.au/heatwaves. Download the Keep Cool in Darebin map for options to stay safe from the heat. |
Tips for heatwavesHeatwaves can be dangerous, especially when we’re older, have young children or are pregnant, or have existing medical conditions. Make a plan for how you’ll stay cool this summer. For tips in your language visit darebin.vic.gov.au/heatwaves. Download the Keep Cool in Darebin map for options to stay safe from the heat. |
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| The Endless SummerFollow two young surfers as they journey around the globe in search of the perfect wave, meeting colourful characters and capturing the spirit of 1960s surf culture at its peak. A Kanopy film. Rated G. Thursday 15 January, 6–7.30pm
Preston Library |
The Endless SummerFollow two young surfers as they journey around the globe in search of the perfect wave, meeting colourful characters and capturing the spirit of 1960s surf culture at its peak. A Kanopy film. Rated G. Thursday 15 January, 6–7.30pm
Preston Library |
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| ColetteA biographical drama based on the life of French novelist Colette. After Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette successfully ghostwrites a novel for her husband, she yearns to find her own voice. Deciding to pursue a career as a writer Colette challenges several gender norms on her artistic journey. A Kanopy film. Rated M. Wednesday 21 January, 5.45– 7.30pm
Northcote Library |
ColetteA biographical drama based on the life of French novelist Colette. After Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette successfully ghostwrites a novel for her husband, she yearns to find her own voice. Deciding to pursue a career as a writer Colette challenges several gender norms on her artistic journey. A Kanopy film. Rated M. Wednesday 21 January, 5.45– 7.30pm
Northcote Library |
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| RuntIn the Australian town of Upson Downs, ten-year-old Annie and Runt, her stray dog, attempt to win the Agility Course Championship at the Krumpets Dog Show in London to save their family's farm from drought and misery. Rated PG. Thursday 22 January, 6–7.45pm
Preston Library |
RuntIn the Australian town of Upson Downs, ten-year-old Annie and Runt, her stray dog, attempt to win the Agility Course Championship at the Krumpets Dog Show in London to save their family's farm from drought and misery. Rated PG. Thursday 22 January, 6–7.45pm
Preston Library |
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| Kanopy Don’t want to budge from the couch? Enjoy unlimited film streaming with Kanopy. Choose from Documentaries, British TV & Cinema, Episodic Titles, Easy Watching, Favourites, Diversity and World Cinema. |
Kanopy Don’t want to budge from the couch? Enjoy unlimited film streaming with Kanopy. Choose from Documentaries, British TV & Cinema, Episodic Titles, Easy Watching, Favourites, Diversity and World Cinema. |
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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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