Bookings are now open for our Spring events!Our Spring Guides are here! Visit the library to pick up a physical copy or view online.
Event bookings are now open- be sure to get in quick to avoid missing out!
Here are some of the events on offer: Spring Art Workshops, Introduction to French, Coffee n Crosswords, Macrame for Beginners and Mending Garments Workshop. And remember, bookings open for our Spring School Holiday Programs on Monday 8 September. Here's a sneak peek of what will be on offer: DIY Badge Making, Mario Kart, Minecraft Club and LEGO Community Garden. Improve your Digital Literacy, with helpful tech sessions – our team will get you feeling confident on your device in no time. Programs include Navigating MyGov, Taking Control of your Emails, Presenting with PowerPoint and Digitise Your ID. You can book these right now. Please note that the library will be closed on these dates but don’t forget you can return items 24/7, and our online resources are always available:
Tuesday 9 September (Staff Development Day)
Friday 26 September (Friday before the AFL Grand Final)
Tuesday 4 November (Melbourne Cup) See you at the library, Beth
Chief Executive Officer
WHAT’S SO FUNNY?
by Carp ProductionsA spell-tacular mixed up magic comedy show guaranteed to make you laugh out loud!
How will Marlon the Magnificent cope with a wonky wand, a rude magic rabbit and a magical book of smells?
His perfect magic show is about to be turned upside down! 📌 Bunjil Place Library
📅 Tuesday 30 September
⏰ 11.15am
Bookings open Monday 8 September
Digital Art using ProcreateLearn how to create your own digital artwork using Procreate on iPad.
This beginner-friendly workshop will show you the basics of digital sketching, lineart, colour, shadow and light.
📌 Bunjil Place Library
📅 Thursday 25 September
⏰ 2.30pm
Ages 12-16
Bookings open Monday 8 September
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Coming Soon...
Digital Memory StationsWe are excited to announce our new Digital Memory Stations, set to launch this October at Cranbourne Library! You will be able to preserve your personal and family photos, videos and other memories using our specialist equipment. Attend an induction session before booking the Digital Memory Stations to learn how to use the equipment. Once you have attended an induction, you can book a time to bring in your items and digitise them yourself!
Kokedama WorkshopDiscover the ancient Japanese art of Kokedama in this fun, hands-on workshop.
Led by local Gardening Consultant and Presenter Kaye Roberts-Palmer, you'll learn how to create a hanging Kokedama ball out of natural materials to take home.
📌 Endeavour Hills Library
📅 Saturday 20 September
⏰ 11am
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Writing Workshop:
Writing What You Don't KnowAs you learn about a topic, you'll develop the expertise needed to write about it. In this writing workshop you will learn:
· How to structure a research journey
· How to approach experts and publishers
· How to get your hands dirty for the narrative
· To spot and keep the quirky bits for the narrative 📌 Bunjil Place Library
📅 Sunday 28 September
⏰ 10.30am-1pm
Free Tech Help at the LibraryDid you know your local library can help you with everyday technology? Book a one-to-one session with our friendly team and learn how to use your mobile device, laptop, or computer.
Whether you want to learn a new skill, or troubleshoot an issue, we can help you in our Tech Time sessions available daily across our six locations.
New Top Titles Have Dropped!Our libraries have Top Titles – extra copies of our most popular books that you can borrow straight from the shelf. They can’t be reserved or placed on hold, and loans are for 2 weeks only. It’s the perfect way to enjoy in-demand books without waiting on a long hold list. Visit the library to see which Top Titles are available.
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Meditative Art and CraftSpend an hour creating meditative arts and crafts, designed to help quiet your mind and help put you into a peaceful moment. Crafts include salt painting, coloured Mandala's, quilling, making dreamcatchers, painting and more.
All materials provided.
Ages 16+. 📌 Cranbourne West Library Lounge
📅 First Wednesday of the month
⏰ 2pm-3pm
Free Legal HelpDo you have a legal problem that you need help with?
Bring your questions along and chat to a friendly member of the South East Monash Legal Service team to find out how they can help you. 📌 Bunjil Place Library
📅 Thursday 11 September
📅 Thursday 9 October
⏰ 10am-12pm
Free Pet ExpoCasey’s free Pet Expo is back!
There’ll be pet-related workshops, live demonstrations, entertainment, market stalls and more for people of all ages to enjoy. Bring your pet! No bookings required. 📌 Wilson Botanic Park
📅 Saturday 13 September
⏰ 11am-3pm
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Year 12 Revision Lecture SeriesExpert tutors (with 40+ study scores) from Mindstep Tutoring will be visiting the library to help you with key exam topics for English, Chemistry, Biology, Methods, and Psychology.
Get focused revision tips, practice questions and boost your confidence before exams. 📌 Bunjil Place Library
📅 Sunday 14th September
⏰ English: 10am – 10.45am
⏰ Chemistry: 11am– 11.45am
⏰ Biology: 12pm – 12.45pm
⏰ Methods: 2pm – 2.45pm
⏰ Psychology: 3pm – 3.45pm Please make individual bookings for each subject that you'd like to attend.
Library ClosuresPlease note that our libraries will be closed on these dates:
Tuesday 9 September (Staff Development Day)
Friday 26 September (Friday before the AFL Grand Final)
Tuesday 4 November (Melbourne Cup)
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