Dear library friends,
Take your lifelong learning journey with us! We’ve teamed up with local education providers and community-based organisations to bring you an exciting mix of events for Adult Learners Week and beyond. Learn about women’s health, career pathways, sustainability and more.
For book lovers, dip into our list of recently added biographies or check out the CBCA shortlisted books for award-winning Australian children’s literature. We’ll also have our book sale trolleys stocked for Indigenous Literacy Day. All money raised from 2-6 September will be donated to The Indigenous Literacy Foundation, so grab a bargain!
Best wishes, from all of us at Darebin Libraries |
Dear library friends,
Take your lifelong learning journey with us! We’ve teamed up with local education providers and community-based organisations to bring you an exciting mix of events for Adult Learners Week and beyond. Learn about women’s health, career pathways, sustainability and more.
For book lovers, dip into our list of recently added biographies or check out the CBCA shortlisted books for award-winning Australian children’s literature. We’ll also have our book sale trolleys stocked for Indigenous Literacy Day. All money raised from 2-6 September will be donated to The Indigenous Literacy Foundation, so grab a bargain!
Best wishes, from all of us at Darebin Libraries |
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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Women’s Health Information SessionJoin us for a free health education session with the latest information on women’s health, with a focus on menopause. A Health Educator from Multicultural Centre for Women’s Health (MCWH) will bring their up-to-date knowledge and understanding of migrant women's health issues. You will be able to ask questions and find out about health resources available in your language. This event will be held in the Preston Library Meeting Room, a private space where you can ask questions in a safe and comfortable environment. MCWH is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation led by and for women from migrant and refugee backgrounds. All women are welcome at this free information session. Friday 6 September, 2–3pm, Preston Library Meeting Room |
Women’s Health Information SessionJoin us for a free health education session with the latest information on women’s health, with a focus on menopause. A Health Educator from Multicultural Centre for Women’s Health (MCWH) will bring their up-to-date knowledge and understanding of migrant women's health issues. You will be able to ask questions and find out about health resources available in your language. This event will be held in the Preston Library Meeting Room, a private space where you can ask questions in a safe and comfortable environment. MCWH is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation led by and for women from migrant and refugee backgrounds. All women are welcome at this free information session. Friday 6 September, 2–3pm, Preston Library Meeting Room |
Want to give your health a boost? We’ve put together this range of books exploring topics such as mindfulness, ageing well, nutrition, sleep, menopause and more. |
Want to give your health a boost? We’ve put together this range of books exploring topics such as mindfulness, ageing well, nutrition, sleep, menopause and more. |
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| Adult Learners Week Seize the moment and learn something new this Adult Learners Week! We’ve joined forces with our local neighbourhood houses and adult learning providers to create an exciting program of events. Discover what’s on offer in Darebin and take the journey through adult education! 2–11 September |
Adult Learners Week Seize the moment and learn something new this Adult Learners Week! We’ve joined forces with our local neighbourhood houses and adult learning providers to create an exciting program of events. Discover what’s on offer in Darebin and take the journey through adult education! 2–11 September |
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Indigenous Literacy Day Book SalesHelp us raise funds for The Indigenous Literacy Foundation!On Wednesday 4 September, we celebrate Indigenous Literacy Day. From 2–6 September, visitors to the library can purchase a book from our book sale trolleys for a gold coin and we will donate 100% of the money raised to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF). The ILF supplies books and literacy resources to remote Indigenous Communities and runs programs that focus on instilling a love of reading from an early age. Cash sales only! |
Indigenous Literacy Day Book SalesHelp us raise funds for The Indigenous Literacy Foundation!On Wednesday 4 September, we celebrate Indigenous Literacy Day. From 2–6 September, visitors to the library can purchase a book from our book sale trolleys for a gold coin and we will donate 100% of the money raised to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation (ILF). The ILF supplies books and literacy resources to remote Indigenous Communities and runs programs that focus on instilling a love of reading from an early age. Cash sales only! |
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| Conversation CaféPractise your English language skills in a friendly, supportive environment. Everyone is welcome! Fridays, 10–11am, Preston Library |
Conversation CaféPractise your English language skills in a friendly, supportive environment. Everyone is welcome! Fridays, 10–11am, Preston Library |
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Find your next biography The State Library of New South Wales recently announced the winner of the National Biography Award. Congratulations go to Lamisse Hamouda for The Shape of Dust. Check out the shortlisted and highly commended titles for extraordinary real-life stories. |
Find your next biography The State Library of New South Wales recently announced the winner of the National Biography Award. Congratulations go to Lamisse Hamouda for The Shape of Dust. Check out the shortlisted and highly commended titles for extraordinary real-life stories. |
For more biographies, try these recently added titles. |
For more biographies, try these recently added titles. |
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| First Thursday Book NookWhat’s your latest favourite read? Come along to chat books! Refreshments provided. Held on the first Thursday of the month from 7–8pm.
Thursday 5 September, 7–8pm
Preston Library |
First Thursday Book NookWhat’s your latest favourite read? Come along to chat books! Refreshments provided. Held on the first Thursday of the month from 7–8pm.
Thursday 5 September, 7–8pm
Preston Library |
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Community Info and Support Drop-In Sessions Come in for a chat with a DIVRS Community Support Worker. This free, confidential service includes: - Information and referrals to other supports and services
- Help with energy bills and other expenses
- Help navigating services like Centrelink
- Information to help with cost of living
- No-interest loans information
- Form filling
- Food parcel information
Tuesdays, 10am–2.30pm, Reservoir Library – Drop in, no need to book. For more information about DIVRS, phone 9480 8200 or email admin@divrs.org |
Community Info and Support Drop-In Sessions Come in for a chat with a DIVRS Community Support Worker. This free, confidential service includes: - Information and referrals to other supports and services
- Help with energy bills and other expenses
- Help navigating services like Centrelink
- Information to help with cost of living
- No-interest loans information
- Form filling
- Food parcel information
Tuesdays, 10am–2.30pm, Reservoir Library – Drop in, no need to book. For more information about DIVRS, phone 9480 8200 or email admin@divrs.org |
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| Warm Winter Read The Warm Winter Read is wrapping up for the year. Don’t forget to log the books you’ve read to be in the running for a prize. Entries close 31 August! |
Warm Winter Read The Warm Winter Read is wrapping up for the year. Don’t forget to log the books you’ve read to be in the running for a prize. Entries close 31 August! |
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| Chess ClubChess players (six years and over) at all levels welcome! Mondays 5.30–7.30pm
Preston Library |
Chess ClubChess players (six years and over) at all levels welcome! Mondays 5.30–7.30pm
Preston Library |
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The New York Times now available on PressReaderImmerse yourself in fact-based journalism and enjoy the inspiring lifestyle coverage of The New York Times. The New York Times can now be accessed at the library or from home using PressReader. |
The New York Times now available on PressReaderImmerse yourself in fact-based journalism and enjoy the inspiring lifestyle coverage of The New York Times. The New York Times can now be accessed at the library or from home using PressReader. |
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| In the LoopBring your own craft project to work on in the company of like-minded crafty folk. Fortnightly on Fridays! Upcoming dates: Friday 6 & 20 September, 11am
Preston Library |
In the LoopBring your own craft project to work on in the company of like-minded crafty folk. Fortnightly on Fridays! Upcoming dates: Friday 6 & 20 September, 11am
Preston Library |
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| Rhyme TimeBring your baby to Rhyme Time! Weekly at 10.15am during school terms. - Fairfield Library – Monday
- Northcote Library – Tuesday
- Preston Library – Wednesday
- Reservoir Library – Friday
Suitable for children aged 0–2. |
Rhyme TimeBring your baby to Rhyme Time! Weekly at 10.15am during school terms. - Fairfield Library – Monday
- Northcote Library – Tuesday
- Preston Library – Wednesday
- Reservoir Library – Friday
Suitable for children aged 0–2. |
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| STEAM Club Join us after school for fun craft and activities with a STEAM theme! Science, technology, engineering, arts and maths – so much to explore, learn, make and do. Each month we investigate something new in fun and interesting ways. Suitable for kids aged 5–12. |
STEAM Club Join us after school for fun craft and activities with a STEAM theme! Science, technology, engineering, arts and maths – so much to explore, learn, make and do. Each month we investigate something new in fun and interesting ways. Suitable for kids aged 5–12. |
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Darebin Libraries stand on Wurundjeri Country
266 Gower Street, Preston, VIC 3072
1300 655 355
Copyright © 2024 Darebin City Council
All rights reserved |
Darebin Libraries stand on Wurundjeri Country
266 Gower Street, Preston, VIC 3072
1300 655 355
Copyright © 2024 Darebin City Council
All rights reserved |
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