This July we’re introducing three innovations to our services and programs! - Extra Access is coming to Preston Library! Read on for details about this exciting new membership option.
- Regular wifi users are about to find jumping onto the library network a whole lot easier.
- A Space to Write Night is our new monthly program—a regular spot to find writing activities, inspiration and encouragement.
This edition also includes school holiday activities for kids and young adults, plus a whole lot more!
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This July we’re introducing three innovations to our services and programs! - Extra Access is coming to Preston Library! Read on for details about this exciting new membership option.
- Regular wifi users are about to find jumping onto the library network a whole lot easier.
- A Space to Write Night is our new monthly program—a regular spot to find writing activities, inspiration and encouragement.
This edition also includes school holiday activities for kids and young adults, plus a whole lot more!
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Extra Access is coming soon to Preston Library! Soon you’ll be able to spend more time at the library or pop in outside standard opening hours. From 1 July, members registered for Extra Access will be able to access an additional 21 hours per week: - 8pm–10pm on weekdays
- 4pm–10pm on Saturdays
- 5pm–10pm on Sundays
- Public holidays 10am–10pm
Work or study Collect your reservations Read a newspaper Browse for books Use a computer or access wifi Print, copy, scan Hang out and play board games Enjoy the heating and cooling
Library staff are not on site during Extra Access hours. We know many people value the assistance provided by our staff. If you need support from a staff member, visit us during standard opening hours and we’ll be happy to help. How to sign up for Extra Access: Then you can make the most of your Extra Access!
Changes to standard opening hours
From 1 July, Preston Library will close at 8pm on a Thursday and Reservoir Library will close at 8pm on a Tuesday. Event programming will continue on these nights! Visit Eventbrite to find Library Nights programs. |
Extra Access is coming soon to Preston Library! Soon you’ll be able to spend more time at the library or pop in outside standard opening hours. From 1 July, members registered for Extra Access will be able to access an additional 21 hours per week: - 8pm–10pm on weekdays
- 4pm–10pm on Saturdays
- 5pm–10pm on Sundays
- Public holidays 10am–10pm
Work or study Collect your reservations Read a newspaper Browse for books Use a computer or access wifi Print, copy, scan Hang out and play board games Enjoy the heating and cooling
Library staff are not on site during Extra Access hours. We know many people value the assistance provided by our staff. If you need support from a staff member, visit us during standard opening hours and we’ll be happy to help. How to sign up for Extra Access: Then you can make the most of your Extra Access!
Changes to standard opening hours
From 1 July, Preston Library will close at 8pm on a Thursday and Reservoir Library will close at 8pm on a Tuesday. Event programming will continue on these nights! Visit Eventbrite to find Library Nights programs. |
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| Warm Winter Read1 June–31 August 2025 Cosy up with a good book this winter—the Warm Winter Read is now on! Participating in this season of literary adventures is easy. Create your profile on readbooks.com.au/wwr or pick up a paper-based form from your local library and log your reading days. Great prizes up for grabs! |
Warm Winter Read1 June–31 August 2025 Cosy up with a good book this winter—the Warm Winter Read is now on! Participating in this season of literary adventures is easy. Create your profile on readbooks.com.au/wwr or pick up a paper-based form from your local library and log your reading days. Great prizes up for grabs! |
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| Kelly GardinerWarm Winter Reads Author Talk Join us to celebrate Warm Winter Reads with an author talk by Kelly Gardiner. Readers have been queuing to get their hands on Kelly’s new crime novel, Miss Caroline Bingley, Private Detective, inspired by Jane Austen and co-authored with Sharmini Kumar. Wednesday 16 July, 6–7.30pm Northcote Library |
Kelly GardinerWarm Winter Reads Author Talk Join us to celebrate Warm Winter Reads with an author talk by Kelly Gardiner. Readers have been queuing to get their hands on Kelly’s new crime novel, Miss Caroline Bingley, Private Detective, inspired by Jane Austen and co-authored with Sharmini Kumar. Wednesday 16 July, 6–7.30pm Northcote Library |
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| First Thursday Book NookShare your warm winter reads at our relaxed monthly book chat! Discuss books with other readers over a hot cuppa. Thursday 3 July, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library |
First Thursday Book NookShare your warm winter reads at our relaxed monthly book chat! Discuss books with other readers over a hot cuppa. Thursday 3 July, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library |
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| Warm Winter Read Book ListCheck out these recommendations from the Warm Winter Read ambassadors. Step into the past with historical fiction, traverse illustrated design with graphic novels or fall in love with a romance. Discover these themes and more! |
Warm Winter Read Book ListCheck out these recommendations from the Warm Winter Read ambassadors. Step into the past with historical fiction, traverse illustrated design with graphic novels or fall in love with a romance. Discover these themes and more! |
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Celebrate NAIDOC Week: 6–13 JulyNAIDOC Week 2025 marks a powerful milestone: 50 years of honouring and elevating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, culture, and resilience. This year’s theme, 'The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy', celebrates not only the achievements of the past but the bright future ahead. Celebrate with us by attending an event or visit Preston Library to view an exhibition of past NAIDOC Week posters. |
Celebrate NAIDOC Week: 6–13 JulyNAIDOC Week 2025 marks a powerful milestone: 50 years of honouring and elevating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices, culture, and resilience. This year’s theme, 'The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy', celebrates not only the achievements of the past but the bright future ahead. Celebrate with us by attending an event or visit Preston Library to view an exhibition of past NAIDOC Week posters. |
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| An Evening with Wren Arkose Join us for this special NAIDOC Week performance by Wren Arkose. Wren brings heartfelt storytelling and powerful vocals to the stage. Thursday 10 July, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library |
An Evening with Wren Arkose Join us for this special NAIDOC Week performance by Wren Arkose. Wren brings heartfelt storytelling and powerful vocals to the stage. Thursday 10 July, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library |
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| School holiday workshops with Yarn Strong Sista Yarn Strong Sista will join us for hands-on workshops to celebrate NAIDOC week. Bush Bouquets with Yarn Strong SistaUse native medicine plants including gum leaves, sheoak and paper bark to make a bush bouquet. Tuesday 8 July 2.30–3.30pm
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School holiday workshops with Yarn Strong Sista Yarn Strong Sista will join us for hands-on workshops to celebrate NAIDOC week. Bush Bouquets with Yarn Strong SistaUse native medicine plants including gum leaves, sheoak and paper bark to make a bush bouquet. Tuesday 8 July 2.30–3.30pm
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| Ochre Painting with Yarn Strong SistaLearn how to grind your own ochre paints, and apply them on paper and natural materials. Tuesday 8 July, 3.45–4.45pm
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Ochre Painting with Yarn Strong SistaLearn how to grind your own ochre paints, and apply them on paper and natural materials. Tuesday 8 July, 3.45–4.45pm
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Celebrate Disability Pride Month |
Celebrate Disability Pride Month |
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| Kind Society – The Disabled Experience of Mental HealthCelebrate Disability Pride Month with Darebin Libraries and Schizy Inc.
Mental health disability advocate Heidi Everett will host a panel discussion with Australia’s leading Disabled arts and Advocacy professionals – Carly Findlay, Jael Espinal, Rachel Edmonds and Laura Pettenuzzo, with performances from Schizy Inc artists. Saturday 19 July, 1–3.30pm Reservoir Library
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Kind Society – The Disabled Experience of Mental HealthCelebrate Disability Pride Month with Darebin Libraries and Schizy Inc.
Mental health disability advocate Heidi Everett will host a panel discussion with Australia’s leading Disabled arts and Advocacy professionals – Carly Findlay, Jael Espinal, Rachel Edmonds and Laura Pettenuzzo, with performances from Schizy Inc artists. Saturday 19 July, 1–3.30pm Reservoir Library
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| Digital Empowerment Workshop: Manage and store photosLearn how to transfer and back up your photos and clean up the storage on your device to help extend its usability. Friday 11 July, 10–11.30am Northcote Library Meeting Room |
Digital Empowerment Workshop: Manage and store photosLearn how to transfer and back up your photos and clean up the storage on your device to help extend its usability. Friday 11 July, 10–11.30am Northcote Library Meeting Room |
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| Digital Empowerment Workshop: Choosing a new mobile plan or deviceLearn how to research and compare mobile plans and devices to make an informed purchasing decision. We’ll look at how you can measure your current usage and needs, how to switch providers and how to safely look for deals online. Friday 25 July, 10–11.30am Preston Library Meeting Room |
Digital Empowerment Workshop: Choosing a new mobile plan or deviceLearn how to research and compare mobile plans and devices to make an informed purchasing decision. We’ll look at how you can measure your current usage and needs, how to switch providers and how to safely look for deals online. Friday 25 July, 10–11.30am Preston Library Meeting Room |
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| Wifi made easyUsing library wifi will be even easier from 1 July. With two simple steps, you'll be in!
Select Library_wi-fi, then read and agree to the T&Cs. That's it—you won't need to enter your membership number or PIN (though you will need these for printing). |
Wifi made easyUsing library wifi will be even easier from 1 July. With two simple steps, you'll be in!
Select Library_wi-fi, then read and agree to the T&Cs. That's it—you won't need to enter your membership number or PIN (though you will need these for printing). |
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| A Space to Write NightNew monthly program! Feel like you need to give your writing some focused time or need some inspiration? Join us for short writing activities followed by time to write. Finish the night by sharing your work or socialising with others interested in writing. Light refreshments provided. Tuesday 8 July, 6.30–7.30pm Reservoir Library |
A Space to Write NightNew monthly program! Feel like you need to give your writing some focused time or need some inspiration? Join us for short writing activities followed by time to write. Finish the night by sharing your work or socialising with others interested in writing. Light refreshments provided. Tuesday 8 July, 6.30–7.30pm Reservoir Library |
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| Preserving Family Stories: An Oral History WorkshopCapture the voices and stories that matter most to you. Learn how to conduct intergenerational interviews, craft thoughtful questions and use simple technology setups for quality audio recordings. Thursday 17 July, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library Meeting Room |
Preserving Family Stories: An Oral History WorkshopCapture the voices and stories that matter most to you. Learn how to conduct intergenerational interviews, craft thoughtful questions and use simple technology setups for quality audio recordings. Thursday 17 July, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library Meeting Room |
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| Journaling Presentation: Combining Words and IllustrationExplore the art of personal storytelling through visual journaling in this one-hour presentation with artist Jodi Wiley. Discover how to blend words and pictures to craft a journal that's uniquely yours. Thursday 24 July, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library |
Journaling Presentation: Combining Words and IllustrationExplore the art of personal storytelling through visual journaling in this one-hour presentation with artist Jodi Wiley. Discover how to blend words and pictures to craft a journal that's uniquely yours. Thursday 24 July, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library |
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| Sustainable Reuse with the Hard Rubbish HeroesLet Darebin Hard Rubbish Heroes show you how you can minimize your rubbish through reusing, repairing, repurposing and recycling your preloved items. Thursday 31 July, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library |
Sustainable Reuse with the Hard Rubbish HeroesLet Darebin Hard Rubbish Heroes show you how you can minimize your rubbish through reusing, repairing, repurposing and recycling your preloved items. Thursday 31 July, 6.30–7.30pm Preston Library |
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| Youth Dumpling WorkshopLearn how to make delicious dumplings with a live demonstration and enjoy a sample afterwards. Vegan-friendly. We'll also have a pop-up library of great manga and graphic novels to read or borrow! For young people aged 12 to 25. Wednesday 9 July, 11.30am–1pm Preston Library |
Youth Dumpling WorkshopLearn how to make delicious dumplings with a live demonstration and enjoy a sample afterwards. Vegan-friendly. We'll also have a pop-up library of great manga and graphic novels to read or borrow! For young people aged 12 to 25. Wednesday 9 July, 11.30am–1pm Preston Library |
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| Visible Mending: Patches Workshop with Karhina TextilesDo you have a favourite piece of clothing that’s looking worse for wear? Make it a delight to wear again by creating your own embroidered sew-on patches using recycled textiles. For young people aged 12 to 25. Wednesday 16 July, 2–4pm Preston Library |
Visible Mending: Patches Workshop with Karhina TextilesDo you have a favourite piece of clothing that’s looking worse for wear? Make it a delight to wear again by creating your own embroidered sew-on patches using recycled textiles. For young people aged 12 to 25. Wednesday 16 July, 2–4pm Preston Library |
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| Friday Night Special: DIY Book Nooks and Open Mic NightCraft your own cute and cosy lo-fi book nook for your shelves with our prepared wallpapers, posters, decor and more. Perform your own spoken word poetry, showcase your vocals, or have a crack at karaoke. Snacks and drinks provided. For young people aged 12 to 25. Friday 25 July, 5–6.30pm Reservoir Library |
Friday Night Special: DIY Book Nooks and Open Mic NightCraft your own cute and cosy lo-fi book nook for your shelves with our prepared wallpapers, posters, decor and more. Perform your own spoken word poetry, showcase your vocals, or have a crack at karaoke. Snacks and drinks provided. For young people aged 12 to 25. Friday 25 July, 5–6.30pm Reservoir Library |
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| Job help for young people: Job search skillsAre you are aged between 15-25 and looking for a job? Join us to learn job search skills and discover job and volunteer opportunity platforms. Bring your CV and cover letters for help tailored to your experience. One-on-one support is available. Drop-ins are welcome. Thursday 31 July, 4–5pm Preston Library |
Job help for young people: Job search skillsAre you are aged between 15-25 and looking for a job? Join us to learn job search skills and discover job and volunteer opportunity platforms. Bring your CV and cover letters for help tailored to your experience. One-on-one support is available. Drop-ins are welcome. Thursday 31 July, 4–5pm Preston Library |
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| School Holiday ProgramThis action-packed program includes a big dose of silly hilarity with CARP productions, Indigenous art workshops for NAIDOC Week, a session all about bees and honey, and much more! |
School Holiday ProgramThis action-packed program includes a big dose of silly hilarity with CARP productions, Indigenous art workshops for NAIDOC Week, a session all about bees and honey, and much more! |
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| Tech TermDive into the digital world with this 8-week tech program for kids aged 7–12. Kids will learn the basics from Scratch Jr. to Lego Robotics and discover free apps and websites to help them develop their block coding skills. Sessions are weekly on Wednesdays at 4–5pm from 23 July to 10 September. |
Tech TermDive into the digital world with this 8-week tech program for kids aged 7–12. Kids will learn the basics from Scratch Jr. to Lego Robotics and discover free apps and websites to help them develop their block coding skills. Sessions are weekly on Wednesdays at 4–5pm from 23 July to 10 September. |
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| The Nightingale (2013)Chinese Film Screening Accompanied by his granddaughter and his pet bird, a widower leaves Beijing to return to his native village. They ponder the meaning of life on their journey, as one travels back in time and the other discovers her roots. Rated G. Mandarin with English subtitles.A Kanopy film. Tuesday 1 July, 6–7.45pm Reservoir Library |
The Nightingale (2013)Chinese Film Screening Accompanied by his granddaughter and his pet bird, a widower leaves Beijing to return to his native village. They ponder the meaning of life on their journey, as one travels back in time and the other discovers her roots. Rated G. Mandarin with English subtitles.A Kanopy film. Tuesday 1 July, 6–7.45pm Reservoir Library |
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| Man on Wire (2008)The astonishing true story of Philippe Petit, the French acrobat who, in 1974, performed a high-wire walk between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center. Tuesday 22 July, 6.30–8pm Reservoir Library |
Man on Wire (2008)The astonishing true story of Philippe Petit, the French acrobat who, in 1974, performed a high-wire walk between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center. Tuesday 22 July, 6.30–8pm Reservoir Library |
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| Scattered People An inspiring and thought-provoking documentary about music and humanity, which paints a picture of life as a musician seeking asylum in an unwelcoming country. Join us to watch the film then chat over refreshments. Wednesday 23 July, 6–7.30pm Northcote Library |
Scattered People An inspiring and thought-provoking documentary about music and humanity, which paints a picture of life as a musician seeking asylum in an unwelcoming country. Join us to watch the film then chat over refreshments. Wednesday 23 July, 6–7.30pm Northcote Library |
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| The Getting of Wisdom (1978)A rich and amusing portrait of an imaginative country girl who refuses to be broken to fit the mould of a Victorian-era young lady. Tuesday 29 July, 6–7.40pm Reservoir Library |
The Getting of Wisdom (1978)A rich and amusing portrait of an imaginative country girl who refuses to be broken to fit the mould of a Victorian-era young lady. Tuesday 29 July, 6–7.40pm Reservoir Library |
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| Cat Nation (2017)British YouTube personality, Chris Broad, treks across the land of the rising sun to document numerous unusual cat-centric activities, such as cat-themed cafes, bars, temples, and even entire cat islands! Wednesday 30 July, 6.30–7.30pm Northcote Library |
Cat Nation (2017)British YouTube personality, Chris Broad, treks across the land of the rising sun to document numerous unusual cat-centric activities, such as cat-themed cafes, bars, temples, and even entire cat islands! Wednesday 30 July, 6.30–7.30pm Northcote Library |
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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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