Book lovers and cosy crafters will be thrilled with this month’s lineup. Expand your creative skills with poetry, origami, linocut printing and more. For kids – get your little LEGO® masters ready for our newest kids program, and make sure you take a look at our School Holiday program. Fair warning, these events book out quickly! Branches will be closed over the Easter long weekend – check our opening hours below. |
Book lovers and cosy crafters will be thrilled with this month’s lineup. Expand your creative skills with poetry, origami, linocut printing and more. For kids – get your little LEGO® masters ready for our newest kids program, and make sure you take a look at our School Holiday program. Fair warning, these events book out quickly! Branches will be closed over the Easter long weekend – check our opening hours below. |
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| Easter Opening HoursOur branches will be closed for the Easter long weekend. We will be closed from Friday 18 April to Monday 21 April. Have a happy Easter if you celebrate – and keep your eyes peeled for Easter books around our branches! |
Easter Opening HoursOur branches will be closed for the Easter long weekend. We will be closed from Friday 18 April to Monday 21 April. Have a happy Easter if you celebrate – and keep your eyes peeled for Easter books around our branches! |
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| Trans Day of VisibilityMonday 31 March This week, Council are proudly flying the trans flag about Preston Town Hall to acknowledge and show our support for our trans, gender diverse, and non-binary community members. We've put together a selection of adult fiction and non-fiction featuring own-voice stories, shared life experiences, and celebrations of trans identity. You are seen, you are heard, and you are valued. |
Trans Day of VisibilityMonday 31 March This week, Council are proudly flying the trans flag about Preston Town Hall to acknowledge and show our support for our trans, gender diverse, and non-binary community members. We've put together a selection of adult fiction and non-fiction featuring own-voice stories, shared life experiences, and celebrations of trans identity. You are seen, you are heard, and you are valued. |
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| Deborah Pike
Author Talk Come and hear Deborah Pike discuss her debut novel, The Players, and its moving themes around coming of age for a group of 20-somethings. Wednesday 30 April, 6.30–7.30pm
Northcote Library |
Deborah Pike
Author Talk Come and hear Deborah Pike discuss her debut novel, The Players, and its moving themes around coming of age for a group of 20-somethings. Wednesday 30 April, 6.30–7.30pm
Northcote Library |
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| The Reading HourIt can be hard to devote time to reading, so come and join us for a quiet, relaxing hour with a cuppa, a bickie and your book of choice. Thursday 24 April, 7–8pm
Preston Library |
The Reading HourIt can be hard to devote time to reading, so come and join us for a quiet, relaxing hour with a cuppa, a bickie and your book of choice. Thursday 24 April, 7–8pm
Preston Library |
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| The Secrets of Travel Writing with Tim Richards In this two-hour workshop, experienced travel writer Tim Richards will teach participants how to write their own travel articles, how to catch the reader’s attention, and convey what it was like to be there. Wednesday 16 April, 6–8pm
Northcote Library |
The Secrets of Travel Writing with Tim Richards In this two-hour workshop, experienced travel writer Tim Richards will teach participants how to write their own travel articles, how to catch the reader’s attention, and convey what it was like to be there. Wednesday 16 April, 6–8pm
Northcote Library |
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| Poetry Writing for BeginnersWould you like to have a go at writing poetry, but don’t know where to start? Join us to participate in short poetry writing activities to help spark your inspiration. Tuesday 8 April, 6.30–7.30pm
Reservoir Library |
Poetry Writing for BeginnersWould you like to have a go at writing poetry, but don’t know where to start? Join us to participate in short poetry writing activities to help spark your inspiration. Tuesday 8 April, 6.30–7.30pm
Reservoir Library |
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| Drawing with iPadsUnlock your creativity and learn how to draw on an iPad. This introductory class will teach you the basics of using an iPad for drawing. Wednesday 9 April, 6.30–8pm
Northcote Library |
Drawing with iPadsUnlock your creativity and learn how to draw on an iPad. This introductory class will teach you the basics of using an iPad for drawing. Wednesday 9 April, 6.30–8pm
Northcote Library |
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| Origami for RelaxationCome along to this workshop for a structured yet informal space to learn foundational folding techniques, suitable for beginners and those with experience folding origami. Thursday 10 April, 6–7pm
Preston Library |
Origami for RelaxationCome along to this workshop for a structured yet informal space to learn foundational folding techniques, suitable for beginners and those with experience folding origami. Thursday 10 April, 6–7pm
Preston Library |
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| Youth Craft CinemaThe Secret World of ArriettyWork on your own creative project as a movie plays on the big screen. This screening is proudly supported by Crunchyroll. Rated G. For young people aged 14 to 25. Thursday 10 April, 4.30–6.30pm
Northcote Library |
Youth Craft CinemaThe Secret World of ArriettyWork on your own creative project as a movie plays on the big screen. This screening is proudly supported by Crunchyroll. Rated G. For young people aged 14 to 25. Thursday 10 April, 4.30–6.30pm
Northcote Library |
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| Make a Linocut Print Create a simple, one colour linocut print. You’ll create your design and then print it by hand using water-based inks on paper. For young people aged 12 to 18. Tuesday 15 April, 3-4pm
Reservoir Library |
Make a Linocut Print Create a simple, one colour linocut print. You’ll create your design and then print it by hand using water-based inks on paper. For young people aged 12 to 18. Tuesday 15 April, 3-4pm
Reservoir Library |
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| LEGO® Legends Club Unleash your inner builder at this new regular program! Imagine, build and create with other LEGO® fans. For LEGO® learners and enthusiasts aged 5 to 12. |
LEGO® Legends Club Unleash your inner builder at this new regular program! Imagine, build and create with other LEGO® fans. For LEGO® learners and enthusiasts aged 5 to 12. |
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| School Holiday ProgramActivities for young scientists, musicians, artists, and bookworms! Bookings are essential. |
School Holiday ProgramActivities for young scientists, musicians, artists, and bookworms! Bookings are essential. |
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| For babies to preschooolersWith Baby Rhyme Time, Toddler Time, Preschool Storytime, and Bilingual Storytime—there's something every day of the week during school terms. Please note, these regular programs will take a break during school holidays. We will return on 22 April. |
For babies to preschooolersWith Baby Rhyme Time, Toddler Time, Preschool Storytime, and Bilingual Storytime—there's something every day of the week during school terms. Please note, these regular programs will take a break during school holidays. We will return on 22 April. |
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| Collaborative Art WorkshopHelp create a beautiful artwork to display in the new Youth Gallery! This is a free program for young people aged 12–25. Tuesday 15 April, 2–6pm & Wednesday 16 April, 2–6.30pm Decibels Youth Music & Arts (Upstairs at Reservoir Library) |
Collaborative Art WorkshopHelp create a beautiful artwork to display in the new Youth Gallery! This is a free program for young people aged 12–25. Tuesday 15 April, 2–6pm & Wednesday 16 April, 2–6.30pm Decibels Youth Music & Arts (Upstairs at Reservoir Library) |
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| Build a Community Jigsaw and Jigsaw SwapJoin us for a cup of tea and help do a community jigsaw puzzle. Meet other jigsaw enthusiasts and bring and swap your preloved puzzles with other attendees. Tuesday 29 April, 6–8pm
Reservoir Library |
Build a Community Jigsaw and Jigsaw SwapJoin us for a cup of tea and help do a community jigsaw puzzle. Meet other jigsaw enthusiasts and bring and swap your preloved puzzles with other attendees. Tuesday 29 April, 6–8pm
Reservoir Library |
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| Belli CiaoItalian film with English subtitlesA fish-out-of-water buddy comedy. Stay for a cuppa and Italian biscuits after the movie. Rated M. A Kanopy film. Tuesday 1 April, 6.30–8.15pm
Reservoir Library |
Belli CiaoItalian film with English subtitlesA fish-out-of-water buddy comedy. Stay for a cuppa and Italian biscuits after the movie. Rated M. A Kanopy film. Tuesday 1 April, 6.30–8.15pm
Reservoir Library |
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| Life, AnimatedDocumentary ScreeningJoin us for a coming-of-age story about a using animated movies to express love, loss, kinship and brotherhood. Rated PG. A Kanopy film. Thursday 17 April, 6–7.30pm
Preston Library |
Life, AnimatedDocumentary ScreeningJoin us for a coming-of-age story about a using animated movies to express love, loss, kinship and brotherhood. Rated PG. A Kanopy film. Thursday 17 April, 6–7.30pm
Preston Library |
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| La Gran Obra (The Masterpiece)Short Spanish film with English subtitlesJoin us for a short film, conversation and connection. Browse our latest Spanish books and enjoy light refreshments. Rated PG. A Kanopy film. Wednesday 23 April, 6.30–7.30pm
Northcote Library |
La Gran Obra (The Masterpiece)Short Spanish film with English subtitlesJoin us for a short film, conversation and connection. Browse our latest Spanish books and enjoy light refreshments. Rated PG. A Kanopy film. Wednesday 23 April, 6.30–7.30pm
Northcote Library |
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| Coffee with a Cop Reservoir Community Support Project invites you to morning tea and Coffee with a Cop. Ask questions, raise concerns and connect with a range of community support services. Thursday 3 April, 10.30am–12.30pm
Reservoir Library |
Coffee with a Cop Reservoir Community Support Project invites you to morning tea and Coffee with a Cop. Ask questions, raise concerns and connect with a range of community support services. Thursday 3 April, 10.30am–12.30pm
Reservoir Library |
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| Skills and Jobs Centre Pop-UpsDrop in to discuss free courses, training, and programs to support your career with one of Melbourne Polytechnic's Skills and Jobs Centre career counsellors. Monthly at Preston Library |
Skills and Jobs Centre Pop-UpsDrop in to discuss free courses, training, and programs to support your career with one of Melbourne Polytechnic's Skills and Jobs Centre career counsellors. Monthly at Preston Library |
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| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander GrantsThe next round of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Grants is now open, with applications closing Wednesday 30 April. |
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander GrantsThe next round of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Grants is now open, with applications closing Wednesday 30 April. |
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| Have Your SayHigh Street Streetscape Upgrade Share your priorities for making High Street safer and more accessible for all members of Darebin's diverse and changing community. Feedback is open until 6 April. |
Have Your SayHigh Street Streetscape Upgrade Share your priorities for making High Street safer and more accessible for all members of Darebin's diverse and changing community. Feedback is open until 6 April. |
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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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