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Autumn is here and bookings are open
Bookings for our Adult programs and Digital Literacy programs are now open. With events like Self-Defence for Women, Korean Language Class and Still Life Drawing Workshop, you won't want to miss out.
Autumn School Holiday bookings open Monday 23 March. Put this date in the calendar because these events book out fast.
The long-awaited Big Summer Read Wrap Party is finally here. Celebrate with our special guest, Rachel Gyan, illustrator, animator & picture book maker. Prize winners for our local prize draw will be announced at the end of the event. Bookings essential.
We want to know why you love your library. Drop into the library this month and fill out our dedicated postcards telling us why you love your library- in your language.
The Clyde Township Library Lounge and 24/7 Library Lockers are now officially open after we hosted an opening day full of face painting, magicians, a sausage sizzle,
crafts and so much more. Drop in and say hello to our lovely team at Clyde and borrow a book or two.
See you at the library!
Beth Luppino
Chief Executive Officer
Connected Libraries
Love at First Page: In Conversation with Olivia Tolich and Bridie Blake
Join us for storytelling, banter and romance with two of Australia’s most exciting new voices in contemporary romance fiction.
Olivia Tolich, author of Side Character Energy and Bridie Blake, author of The Boyfriend Clause, share their path to publication and advice for aspiring writers.
As the popularity of romance continues to grow, Tolich and Blake will reflect on the value of the genre and its evolving cultural influence.
📌Bunjil Place Library
📅 Saturday 21 March
⏰ 2pm-3pm
A Night Of Crime with Candice Fox and J.P Pomare
Step into a night of storytelling as crime authors Candice Fox and J.P. Pomare take the stage.
They will discuss the inspirations behind their novels, the psychology that fuels their characters and the dangers and delights of writing dark, twist‑driven stories.
Hear how their approaches differ, where their creative minds unexpectedly align, and what surprises even they never see coming.
Candice's new novel Redbelly Crossing and J.P's novel The Gambler will be available to purchase on the night.
📌Bunjil Place Library
📅 Wednesday 22 April
⏰ 7pm-8.30pm
Lego Club @ Clyde TownshipCome along to our weekly Lego Club and use your imagination to create fun Lego masterpieces. 📌 Clyde Township Library Lounge 
Clear out your Craft CupboardClear out your craft cupboard with our first Craft and Project Destash event. Pop into Hampton Park Library from Saturday 14 March to drop off your unwanted craft supplies. You will then receive a ticket to redeem the following week to take home some items that have been destashed. |
Learn to DigitiseOur Digital Memory Stations have been very popular and induction training sessions continue. Digitise your photographs, slides, VHS tapes, cassettes, documents and more. This is a great way to preserve your family memories, save storage space, and share content with your loved ones. 
Writers' Victoria Writing ClassExplore how factual material is crafted through narrative tension, sensory precision, rhythm and voice, and discuss how poetic techniques can be used to enhance your writing. Through reading, discussion and writing exercises, you will learn to regard the world itself as an archive and writing as an exploratory response to contemporary life. 📌 Bunjil Place Library |
Travel Tips for WomenSheVentures is a locally owned travel company for women who want to explore the world solo but not alone. SheVentures creates fully escorted small-group journeys that feel supportive and connected. Discover what makes SheVentures unique from stress-free planning to the sense of community that forms on every trip. 📌 Bunjil Place Library 
Translation HelpTranslate anything on your phone, whether you are planning a trip overseas or need to translate to another language. Join us for this session where we will take you through how to use the inbuilt functions of your phone to translate text. This session is suited to learners who are comfortable using their device. 📌Cranbourne West Library Lounge |
From BookTok to the LibraryHeated Rivalry by Rachel Reid is one of the most talked-about romances online and it’s finally hitting our shelves. This addictive enemies-to-lovers story follows rival NHL players whose secret relationship simmers with tension, heat, and emotional depth. Expect high tension, big feelings, and a story that’s kept readers hooked worldwide. Place your hold and dive in when it arrives. 
Spot On StageSpot is one of the most loved dogs in the world and he’s coming to Bunjil Place. Spot and his friends are off on a new adventure to visit Spot’s Dad on the farm and meet the farm animals. But when they arrive, all the animals are lost! Can Spot and his friends find them all? They might need a little help from their new friends in the audience… 📌 Bunjil Place Theatre |
Public Holiday Closure
Please note that our libraries will be closed Monday 9 March for the public holiday.
During this time, you can:
💜 Return items to our 24/7 chutes
💜 Browse our catalogue
💜 Access our 24/7 online resources
Our libraries will reopen Tuesday 10 March, 9am.
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