Happy New Year! We’re back to normal opening hours, the air con is on, and we’ve got your summer entertainment sorted! If you’re not planning a trip this January, come along for vicarious holiday thrills with travel writer Tim Richards as he regales us with his adventures around Europe. Author and mental health advocate Heidi Everett will interweave her story with original music at her upcoming author talk, and for young people with creative leanings, come along to our youth bookmark workshop where you can get hands-on with different craft techniques. For kids, our school holiday program is chock full of creative, interesting, fun things to do AND the BIG Summer Read is on, with great prizes up for grabs. We also have exciting news about our programs for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Before we say our last farewell to 2024, check out our round-up of the hottest books as borrowed by you. From megahits to quiet achievers, how many have you read? |
Happy New Year! We’re back to normal opening hours, the air con is on, and we’ve got your summer entertainment sorted! If you’re not planning a trip this January, come along for vicarious holiday thrills with travel writer Tim Richards as he regales us with his adventures around Europe. Author and mental health advocate Heidi Everett will interweave her story with original music at her upcoming author talk, and for young people with creative leanings, come along to our youth bookmark workshop where you can get hands-on with different craft techniques. For kids, our school holiday program is chock full of creative, interesting, fun things to do AND the BIG Summer Read is on, with great prizes up for grabs. We also have exciting news about our programs for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Before we say our last farewell to 2024, check out our round-up of the hottest books as borrowed by you. From megahits to quiet achievers, how many have you read? |
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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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The hottest library reads in 2024The top 5 most borrowed books in 2024 in some of our most popular categories. *Keep scrolling for the kids and youth top 5s in 2024. |
The hottest library reads in 2024The top 5 most borrowed books in 2024 in some of our most popular categories. *Keep scrolling for the kids and youth top 5s in 2024. |
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Quick Reads have arrived!This new collection features the hottest, most popular books. With 7-day loans, no reserves and no renewals, there’s no waiting! Come in, look for the Quick Reads display, grab and go. Instant gratification for anyone who loves to read what’s trending. Available at Northcote and Preston libraries. You can borrow up to two Quick Reads at a time. Happy reading! |
Quick Reads have arrived!This new collection features the hottest, most popular books. With 7-day loans, no reserves and no renewals, there’s no waiting! Come in, look for the Quick Reads display, grab and go. Instant gratification for anyone who loves to read what’s trending. Available at Northcote and Preston libraries. You can borrow up to two Quick Reads at a time. Happy reading! |
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Heidi Everett Author Talk Join us to hear from Heidi Everett, artist, writer and mental health advocate. Heidi is the author of My Friend Fox, an exquisite literary memoir about the wonder, the humour, and the realities that exist beyond what is printed in a person’s mental health file. Heidi will bring her guitar and interweave music with this talk about the experiences leading up to her book. Thursday 9 January, 6.30–7.30pm, Northcote Library |
Heidi Everett Author Talk Join us to hear from Heidi Everett, artist, writer and mental health advocate. Heidi is the author of My Friend Fox, an exquisite literary memoir about the wonder, the humour, and the realities that exist beyond what is printed in a person’s mental health file. Heidi will bring her guitar and interweave music with this talk about the experiences leading up to her book. Thursday 9 January, 6.30–7.30pm, Northcote Library |
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From Beer to Whisky (via Chocolate and Cheese) With travel writer Tim Richards Join us to hear Tim Richards share anecdotes from a major travel writing trip—a journey from Düsseldorf to Inverness, via Liechtenstein, Switzerland and France. From a ride in a Zürich tuk-tuk while eating fondue to a famous battleground in Scotland, Tim will reveal the secrets of good travel writing while sharing his adventures across Europe. Travel writer Tim Richards is a light-packing obsessive who loves chasing down a story with a historical angle. Thursday 16 January, 6.30–7.30pm, Preston Library |
From Beer to Whisky (via Chocolate and Cheese) With travel writer Tim Richards Join us to hear Tim Richards share anecdotes from a major travel writing trip—a journey from Düsseldorf to Inverness, via Liechtenstein, Switzerland and France. From a ride in a Zürich tuk-tuk while eating fondue to a famous battleground in Scotland, Tim will reveal the secrets of good travel writing while sharing his adventures across Europe. Travel writer Tim Richards is a light-packing obsessive who loves chasing down a story with a historical angle. Thursday 16 January, 6.30–7.30pm, Preston Library |
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Youth Bookmark Workshop Love craft? Love books? Come along to this workshop to make your own bookmarks! We’ll get hands-on with different craft mediums, from knitting and crochet to easy origami and collage. For young people aged 12 to 18. Wednesday 15 January, 3.30–4.30pm, Northcote Library |
Youth Bookmark Workshop Love craft? Love books? Come along to this workshop to make your own bookmarks! We’ll get hands-on with different craft mediums, from knitting and crochet to easy origami and collage. For young people aged 12 to 18. Wednesday 15 January, 3.30–4.30pm, Northcote Library |
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| Regular programs Some of our regular programs are taking a short break. Conversation Café, In the Loop, Storytimes, Chess Club, the JP service and more will return later in January or early February. Check out our website for info about when your favourites will be back and we'll see you there! |
Regular programs Some of our regular programs are taking a short break. Conversation Café, In the Loop, Storytimes, Chess Club, the JP service and more will return later in January or early February. Check out our website for info about when your favourites will be back and we'll see you there! |
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Board games at the library Spend a lazy (or fiercely competitive!) afternoon at the library playing board games. We have board and card games at each of our branches to play on your visit. There’s Scrabble, Uno, dominoes and more. No screens or devices needed, just bring your wits and be ready for fun times. It’s a perfect way to escape the heat this summer and spend time as a family or with friends. You don’t need to officially ‘borrow’ the games, just grab the game you want to play and find a comfy spot in the library. Good luck and enjoy! |
Board games at the library Spend a lazy (or fiercely competitive!) afternoon at the library playing board games. We have board and card games at each of our branches to play on your visit. There’s Scrabble, Uno, dominoes and more. No screens or devices needed, just bring your wits and be ready for fun times. It’s a perfect way to escape the heat this summer and spend time as a family or with friends. You don’t need to officially ‘borrow’ the games, just grab the game you want to play and find a comfy spot in the library. Good luck and enjoy! |
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Make your new year’s resolution happen! You’ve made a new year’s resolution…and now you have to make it happen! New year, fresh start—it can be motivating—but some tips for making your goals happen can be just the thing to get your momentum going. Check out our book list for reading on a whole range of ‘This year I’m going to…!’ advice. |
Make your new year’s resolution happen! You’ve made a new year’s resolution…and now you have to make it happen! New year, fresh start—it can be motivating—but some tips for making your goals happen can be just the thing to get your momentum going. Check out our book list for reading on a whole range of ‘This year I’m going to…!’ advice. |
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Early years programs – big news!Our early years programs will be back in February, with the special addition of Toddler Time! These programs are designed to support your child with their literacy and social development, while fostering a love of language, stories and song. Sessions will be held weekly during school terms. Returning on 3 February 2025! Baby RhymetimeRhythm, rhyme and repetition! An early literacy program for newborns to crawlers and their caregivers. Age: 0 to 18 months Preston Library – Mondays, 11am
Reservoir Library – Wednesdays, 11am
Northcote Library – Thursdays, 11am
Fairfield Library – Fridays, 11am |
Early years programs – big news!Our early years programs will be back in February, with the special addition of Toddler Time! These programs are designed to support your child with their literacy and social development, while fostering a love of language, stories and song. Sessions will be held weekly during school terms. Returning on 3 February 2025! Baby RhymetimeRhythm, rhyme and repetition! An early literacy program for newborns to crawlers and their caregivers. Age: 0 to 18 months Preston Library – Mondays, 11am
Reservoir Library – Wednesdays, 11am
Northcote Library – Thursdays, 11am
Fairfield Library – Fridays, 11am |
Toddler TimeRoaring, stomping, singing and stories for toddlers and their caregivers. Age: 18 months to 3 years Fairfield Library – Mondays, 10.15am
Northcote Library – Tuesdays, 10.15am
Preston Library – Wednesdays, 10.15am
Reservoir Library – Friday, 10.15am |
Toddler TimeRoaring, stomping, singing and stories for toddlers and their caregivers. Age: 18 months to 3 years Fairfield Library – Mondays, 10.15am
Northcote Library – Tuesdays, 10.15am
Preston Library – Wednesdays, 10.15am
Reservoir Library – Friday, 10.15am |
Preschool StorytimeFavourite songs, books read aloud by our storytellers, and a special craft activity. For preschoolers aged 3+ and their big people. Age: 3 to 5 years Fairfield Library – Mondays, 11.15am
Northcote Library – Tuesdays, 11.15am
Preston Library – Wednesdays, 11.15am
Reservoir Library – Friday, 11.15am |
Preschool StorytimeFavourite songs, books read aloud by our storytellers, and a special craft activity. For preschoolers aged 3+ and their big people. Age: 3 to 5 years Fairfield Library – Mondays, 11.15am
Northcote Library – Tuesdays, 11.15am
Preston Library – Wednesdays, 11.15am
Reservoir Library – Friday, 11.15am |
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| Starting school Do you have a new preppie heading off to school this year? Check out these picture books and guides for parents for great conversation starters to help your child adapt to the upcoming change and get excited about their new school adventure. |
Starting school Do you have a new preppie heading off to school this year? Check out these picture books and guides for parents for great conversation starters to help your child adapt to the upcoming change and get excited about their new school adventure. |
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| Favourite kids’ books in 2024 These books were so popular, they kept flying off the shelves! Check out the 2024 Top 5: |
Favourite kids’ books in 2024 These books were so popular, they kept flying off the shelves! Check out the 2024 Top 5: |
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| School Holiday Fun Our School Holiday Program is booking fast! Stop motion animation, a live theatre show, comic book workshop and loads more fun activities for kids! Program details and bookings at Eventbrite. |
School Holiday Fun Our School Holiday Program is booking fast! Stop motion animation, a live theatre show, comic book workshop and loads more fun activities for kids! Program details and bookings at Eventbrite. |
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| BIG Summer Read The BIG Summer Read is a reading challenge especially for kids. It encourages children aged 0 to 18 to read over the summer holidays.
Kids need to read 10 books between now and 31 January 2025 for the chance to win great prizes, including book packs, book vouchers and family swim passes to Reservoir Leisure Centre.
Registrations are now open! |
BIG Summer Read The BIG Summer Read is a reading challenge especially for kids. It encourages children aged 0 to 18 to read over the summer holidays.
Kids need to read 10 books between now and 31 January 2025 for the chance to win great prizes, including book packs, book vouchers and family swim passes to Reservoir Leisure Centre.
Registrations are now open! |
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