Summer is almost here, so it’s time to get serious about lining up some fabulous summer reads! We’ve taken five different styles of summer reads and created matching book suggestions. Find your style and start reserving your holiday reading now! We have an exciting line-up of events this summer, starting with bestselling authors Peter FitzSimons and Helen Brown, a movie screening with NeuroConnect in celebration of International Day of People with Disability, and a merry mix of Christmas activities for kids. Find our Christmas/New Year opening hours and pop in to enjoy the library air con on those hot days coming our way. We’ll be back in January with our next newsletter. Until then, we wish everyone a lovely, joyful festive season! |
Summer is almost here, so it’s time to get serious about lining up some fabulous summer reads! We’ve taken five different styles of summer reads and created matching book suggestions. Find your style and start reserving your holiday reading now! We have an exciting line-up of events this summer, starting with bestselling authors Peter FitzSimons and Helen Brown, a movie screening with NeuroConnect in celebration of International Day of People with Disability, and a merry mix of Christmas activities for kids. Find our Christmas/New Year opening hours and pop in to enjoy the library air con on those hot days coming our way. We’ll be back in January with our next newsletter. Until then, we wish everyone a lovely, joyful festive season! |
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi wurrung people who are the Traditional Owners and custodians of this land. We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. |
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi wurrung people who are the Traditional Owners and custodians of this land. We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. |
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Peter FitzSimons Author Talk Join us to hear bestselling author Peter FitzSimons talk about his new book, The Legend of Albert Jacka. It’s a tale of bravery and sacrifice that takes us from the shores of Gallipoli to the battlefields of France. Peter FitzSimons AM is Australia's bestselling non-fiction writer, and for the past 35 years has also been a journalist and columnist with the Sydney Morning Herald and the Sun-Herald. Monday 2 December, 6.30pm, Northcote Library |
Peter FitzSimons Author Talk Join us to hear bestselling author Peter FitzSimons talk about his new book, The Legend of Albert Jacka. It’s a tale of bravery and sacrifice that takes us from the shores of Gallipoli to the battlefields of France. Peter FitzSimons AM is Australia's bestselling non-fiction writer, and for the past 35 years has also been a journalist and columnist with the Sydney Morning Herald and the Sun-Herald. Monday 2 December, 6.30pm, Northcote Library |
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Helen Brown Author TalkHelen Brown will join us to talk about her latest book, Mickey. Helen is the New York Times-bestselling author of cat memoirs Cleo, Bono and Jonah. For animal lovers and anyone who enjoys stories about the life-changing impact a pet can have on our lives. Thursday 12 December, 6.30pm, Preston Library |
Helen Brown Author TalkHelen Brown will join us to talk about her latest book, Mickey. Helen is the New York Times-bestselling author of cat memoirs Cleo, Bono and Jonah. For animal lovers and anyone who enjoys stories about the life-changing impact a pet can have on our lives. Thursday 12 December, 6.30pm, Preston Library |
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What makes a great summer read?Is it something binge-worthy and brief that has you glued to your sun lounger for a day and then moving on? Or do you want to do a deep dive into a book that you wouldn’t normally have the time or headspace for? Here are five different styles of summer reads, along with our picks to get you turning those pages. Trending titles. You want to read what’s hot… and what’s cool. Feel good vibes. Summer is about leaving your everyday stress behind. You want books that are heartwarming, uplifting, or leave you laughing, maybe with a side order of flirty fun. Award winners. There’s a year of long lists and short lists and winners to catch up on. Short and punchy. You’re here for a good time, not a long time. Reading is in the holiday mix, but you’re not looking to get lost in an epic. Brain food. You’ve got the time to read something substantial over the holidays. You want books to engage your curiosity, teach you something and provoke thought. |
What makes a great summer read?Is it something binge-worthy and brief that has you glued to your sun lounger for a day and then moving on? Or do you want to do a deep dive into a book that you wouldn’t normally have the time or headspace for? Here are five different styles of summer reads, along with our picks to get you turning those pages. Trending titles. You want to read what’s hot… and what’s cool. Feel good vibes. Summer is about leaving your everyday stress behind. You want books that are heartwarming, uplifting, or leave you laughing, maybe with a side order of flirty fun. Award winners. There’s a year of long lists and short lists and winners to catch up on. Short and punchy. You’re here for a good time, not a long time. Reading is in the holiday mix, but you’re not looking to get lost in an epic. Brain food. You’ve got the time to read something substantial over the holidays. You want books to engage your curiosity, teach you something and provoke thought. |
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BorrowBox—your road trip saviour!Planning a road trip this summer? Take BorrowBox! It’s the perfect companion for those long hours on the road and a brilliant way to end the chorus of ‘are we there yet?’. We have over 9000 eAudiobooks to choose from on BorrowBox. Endless hours of listening pleasure for your solo trip or the whole family. Download the BorrowBox app and queue up your play list before you leave! |
BorrowBox—your road trip saviour!Planning a road trip this summer? Take BorrowBox! It’s the perfect companion for those long hours on the road and a brilliant way to end the chorus of ‘are we there yet?’. We have over 9000 eAudiobooks to choose from on BorrowBox. Endless hours of listening pleasure for your solo trip or the whole family. Download the BorrowBox app and queue up your play list before you leave! |
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Movie Screening with NeuroConnectInternational Day of People with Disability CelebrationEveryone is welcome to join Darebin Libraries and local community group NeuroConnect to celebrate International Day of People with Disability. Dinner at 5.30pm will be followed by a screening of the American submarine spy thriller, The Hunt for Red October, at 6pm. Everyone over the age of 18 years is welcome to come along. This film is rated PG. ____________
NeuroConnect is a social group for neurodivergent youth aged 18-30 that meets fortnightly at Bridge Darebin for board game nights, writing, craft activities and interest sharing.
Please contact Max, peer leader of the NeuroConnect group, by email at neuroconnects@outlook.com by Thursday 28 November if you have any access, dietary or transport requirements, such as Auslan interpreting, dim lighting or taxi vouchers
Tuesday 3 December, 5.30pm, Reservoir Library |
Movie Screening with NeuroConnectInternational Day of People with Disability CelebrationEveryone is welcome to join Darebin Libraries and local community group NeuroConnect to celebrate International Day of People with Disability. Dinner at 5.30pm will be followed by a screening of the American submarine spy thriller, The Hunt for Red October, at 6pm. Everyone over the age of 18 years is welcome to come along. This film is rated PG. ____________
NeuroConnect is a social group for neurodivergent youth aged 18-30 that meets fortnightly at Bridge Darebin for board game nights, writing, craft activities and interest sharing.
Please contact Max, peer leader of the NeuroConnect group, by email at neuroconnects@outlook.com by Thursday 28 November if you have any access, dietary or transport requirements, such as Auslan interpreting, dim lighting or taxi vouchers
Tuesday 3 December, 5.30pm, Reservoir Library |
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The Café Sessions ComedyJoin us for an evening of hilarious sketch comedy! Jenny & Fiona from FAM (Frustrated Artistic Mothers) Events & Productions will lead us on a feel-good sing along-comedy session where the audience is encouraged to participate. This will be a night of joy, laughter and theatrical entertainment! Friday 6 December, 6.30pm, Northcote Library |
The Café Sessions ComedyJoin us for an evening of hilarious sketch comedy! Jenny & Fiona from FAM (Frustrated Artistic Mothers) Events & Productions will lead us on a feel-good sing along-comedy session where the audience is encouraged to participate. This will be a night of joy, laughter and theatrical entertainment! Friday 6 December, 6.30pm, Northcote Library |
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Board Game NightsDrop in to play from our selection of board games, including Azul, Catan, Chess, Coup, Codenames, Sushi Go! and Scythe. Bring friends and family along or come solo and meet new people. Register using the links below if you’d like to receive a reminder or just show up on the night. Look out for future dates on Eventbrite! Tuesday 17 December, 7pm, Reservoir Library
Thursday 19 December, 7pm, Preston Library |
Board Game NightsDrop in to play from our selection of board games, including Azul, Catan, Chess, Coup, Codenames, Sushi Go! and Scythe. Bring friends and family along or come solo and meet new people. Register using the links below if you’d like to receive a reminder or just show up on the night. Look out for future dates on Eventbrite! Tuesday 17 December, 7pm, Reservoir Library
Thursday 19 December, 7pm, Preston Library |
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More events!Visit our website to find regular weekly, fortnightly and monthly events. |
More events!Visit our website to find regular weekly, fortnightly and monthly events. |
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Christmas Craft for KidsCome along to a merry crafternoon to make your own Christmas decorations. Supplies provided, just bring your imagination! For kids aged 5 to 12. Tuesday 3 December, 4pm, Fairfield Library Thursday 5 December, 4pm, Reservoir Library Monday 9 December, 4pm, Preston Library Wednesday 11 December, 4pm, Northcote Library |
Christmas Craft for KidsCome along to a merry crafternoon to make your own Christmas decorations. Supplies provided, just bring your imagination! For kids aged 5 to 12. Tuesday 3 December, 4pm, Fairfield Library Thursday 5 December, 4pm, Reservoir Library Monday 9 December, 4pm, Preston Library Wednesday 11 December, 4pm, Northcote Library |
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| The BIG Summer Read is back!Join. Borrow. Read. Win!
The BIG Summer Read starts Sunday 1 December 2024 and registration is now open! This is a reading challenge specially for kids! Read 10 books between 1 December 2024 and 31 January 2025 for the chance to win great prizes, including book packs, book vouchers and family swim passes to Reservoir Leisure Centre. |
The BIG Summer Read is back!Join. Borrow. Read. Win!
The BIG Summer Read starts Sunday 1 December 2024 and registration is now open! This is a reading challenge specially for kids! Read 10 books between 1 December 2024 and 31 January 2025 for the chance to win great prizes, including book packs, book vouchers and family swim passes to Reservoir Leisure Centre. |
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Christmas StorytimesJoin us for a holly jolly Christmas Storytime. Christmas stories, songs, and maybe even a special guest! Monday 9 December, 11.15am, Fairfield Library Tuesday 10 December, 11.15am, Northcote Library Wednesday 11 December, 11.15am, Preston Library Friday 13 December, 11.15am, Reservoir Library |
Christmas StorytimesJoin us for a holly jolly Christmas Storytime. Christmas stories, songs, and maybe even a special guest! Monday 9 December, 11.15am, Fairfield Library Tuesday 10 December, 11.15am, Northcote Library Wednesday 11 December, 11.15am, Preston Library Friday 13 December, 11.15am, Reservoir Library |
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| Rhyme Time and StorytimeWe’re finishing up for the year with our Christmas sessions from Monday 9 December to Friday 13 December. After a short break over the holidays, we’ll be back in the new year. Stay tuned for our 2025 return date! |
Rhyme Time and StorytimeWe’re finishing up for the year with our Christmas sessions from Monday 9 December to Friday 13 December. After a short break over the holidays, we’ll be back in the new year. Stay tuned for our 2025 return date! |
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Monthly StorytimesWurundjeri Storytime Wednesday 4 December, 2pm, Preston Library |
Monthly StorytimesWurundjeri Storytime Wednesday 4 December, 2pm, Preston Library |
普通话 – 英语 双语故事会
12 月 12 日星期四上午 10 点 15 分，普雷斯顿图书馆 Mandarin–English Bilingual Storytime Thursday 12 December, 10.15am, Preston Library |
普通话 – 英语 双语故事会
12 月 12 日星期四上午 10 点 15 分，普雷斯顿图书馆 Mandarin–English Bilingual Storytime Thursday 12 December, 10.15am, Preston Library |
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Christmas and New Year opening hoursTuesday 24 December
All branches open 10am–1pm Wednesday 25 December
All branches closed Thursday 26 December
All branches closed Friday 27 December
All branches open 10am–5pm Saturday 28 December
All branches open 10am–4pm Sunday 29 December
Fairfield Library closed Northcote Library 1–5pm
Preston Library 11am–5pm
Reservoir Library 1–5pm Monday 30 December
All branches open 10am–5pm Tuesday 31 December
All branches open 10am–5pm Wednesday 1 January
All branches closed |
Christmas and New Year opening hoursTuesday 24 December
All branches open 10am–1pm Wednesday 25 December
All branches closed Thursday 26 December
All branches closed Friday 27 December
All branches open 10am–5pm Saturday 28 December
All branches open 10am–4pm Sunday 29 December
Fairfield Library closed Northcote Library 1–5pm
Preston Library 11am–5pm
Reservoir Library 1–5pm Monday 30 December
All branches open 10am–5pm Tuesday 31 December
All branches open 10am–5pm Wednesday 1 January
All branches closed |
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Stay cool at the libraryEnjoy solar-powered air conditioning at the library on hot summer days! There are loads of fun things to do at the library over summer. Check out our events, relax with a book or newspaper, use the free wifi, laptops and gaming stations, or bring friends and play one of the board games available at each library. You’re welcome to bring food and drink and we have water coolers to keep your water bottle full. For tips about staying cool and safe in heat waves, visit Council’s website. |
Stay cool at the libraryEnjoy solar-powered air conditioning at the library on hot summer days! There are loads of fun things to do at the library over summer. Check out our events, relax with a book or newspaper, use the free wifi, laptops and gaming stations, or bring friends and play one of the board games available at each library. You’re welcome to bring food and drink and we have water coolers to keep your water bottle full. For tips about staying cool and safe in heat waves, visit Council’s website. |
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