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Darebin Libraries — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Library Link Victoria offline

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:04:47 GMT

Winner of the 2009 Prime Minister's Literary Awards announced

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Action Jotter and Calendar

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 02:42:06 GMT

Get yourself ready for 2009 by making your own jotter and calendar.

Tuesday 6 January - Northcote Library
Thursday 8 January - Preston Library
Friday 9 January - Fairfield Library

This school holiday program activity is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years. Bookings essential, phone 1300655355.

Action Jotter and Calendar

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 02:42:25 GMT

Get yourself ready for 2009 by making your own jotter and calendar.

Tuesday 6 January - Northcote Library
Thursday 8 January - Preston Library
Friday 9 January - Fairfield Library

This school holiday program activity is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years. Bookings essential, phone 1300655355.

Action Jotter and Calendar

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 02:42:18 GMT

Get yourself ready for 2009 by making your own jotter and calendar.

Tuesday 6 January - Northcote Library
Thursday 8 January - Preston Library
Friday 9 January - Fairfield Library

This school holiday program activity is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years. Bookings essential, phone 1300655355.

Anzac Day

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Yes, we are open for the Anzac Day public holiday!

We'll be here for our usual opening hours of 10am to 4pm.

Arabic New Book Day

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 04:53:36 GMT

Be the first to borrow one of our new Arabic books, CDs or DVDs

Australia Day

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:16:09 GMT

All libraries closed for the Australia Day public holiday.

Baby Talk

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 04:41:57 GMT

An introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies.

Baby Talk

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 04:46:56 GMT

An introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies.

Baby Talk

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 04:46:56 GMT

An introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies.

Baby Talk

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 04:46:57 GMT

An introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies.

Baby Talk

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 04:46:57 GMT

An introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies.

Babytalk

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 02:19:52 GMT

Babytalk is an introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies. Read on for more information.

Bookings are not required. N.B. Each session is identical in format and presentation.

Babytalk

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 02:17:50 GMT

Babytalk is an introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies. Read on for more information.

Bookings are not required. N.B. Each session is identical in format and presentation.

Babytalk

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 02:31:42 GMT

Babytalk is an introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies. Read on for more information.

Bookings are not required. N.B. Each session is identical in format and presentation.

Babytalk

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 02:31:42 GMT

Babytalk is an introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies. Read on for more information.

Bookings are not required. N.B. Each session is identical in format and presentation.

Babytalk

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 02:31:42 GMT

Babytalk is an introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies. Read on for more information.

Bookings are not required. N.B. Each session is identical in format and presentation.

Babytalk

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 02:31:42 GMT

Babytalk is an introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies. Read on for more information.

Bookings are not required. N.B. Each session is identical in format and presentation.

Babytalk

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 02:31:56 GMT

Babytalk is an introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies. Read on for more information.

Bookings are not required. N.B. Each session is identical in format and presentation.

Babytalk

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 02:31:56 GMT

Babytalk is an introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies. Read on for more information.

Bookings are not required. N.B. Each session is identical in format and presentation.

Babytalk

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 02:31:56 GMT

Babytalk is an introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies. Read on for more information.

Bookings are not required. N.B. Each session is identical in format and presentation.

Babytalk

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 02:31:56 GMT

Babytalk is an introduction to the library and the many benefits and joys of reading for parents with new babies. Read on for more information.

Bookings are not required. N.B. Each session is identical in format and presentation.

Bedtime Stories Movie Screening

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 03:59:24 GMT

A family comedy about a hotel handyman whose life changes when the lavish bedtime stories he tells his niece and nephew start to magically come true.

Stars Adam Sandler, Keri Russell and Guy Pearce.

This movie is rated G.

Bookings essential for this school holiday program activity. Phone 1300655355.

Bedtime Stories Movie Screening

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 03:59:24 GMT

A family comedy about a hotel handyman whose life changes when the lavish bedtime stories he tells his niece and nephew start to magically come true.

Stars Adam Sandler, Keri Russell and Guy Pearce.

This movie is rated G.

Bookings essential for this school holiday program activity. Phone 1300655355.

Bedtime Stories Movie Screening

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 03:59:29 GMT

A family comedy about a hotel handyman whose life changes when the lavish bedtime stories he tells his niece and nephew start to magically come true.

Stars Adam Sandler, Keri Russell and Guy Pearce.

This movie is rated G.

Bookings essential for this school holiday program activity. Phone 1300655355.

Beyond Reading

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 04:48:00 GMT

Louise Dorrat, Early Childhood Consultant, will outline early literacy development and provide stimulating and creative strategies for parents to use in promoting the development of their child's literacy.

The aim of this session is to promote interaction between parent and child - and why it is important e.g. language development, memory skills, focus, pre-literacy, resilience, fine and gross motor development and the value of play.

This is an opportunity for the parents of young children to participate in an interactive session and share experiences and expectations.

This is a free event, however places are limited so please call 1300 655 355 to book a spot.

Darebin Libraries in partnership with Early Years and Children’s Services at Darebin Council.

Bicycle Maintenance for Beginners

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 01:25:00 GMT

To celebrate the start of the world's most exciting road race, the Tour de France, we are holding two bicycle maintenance workshops.

Topics included will be:

basic bike maintenance
changing tubes and tyres
cleaning your chain and cassette

Places are limited. Book a spot on 1300 655 355.

Bicycle maintenance for beginners

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 01:39:48 GMT

To celebrate the start of the world's most exciting road race, the Tour de France, we are holding two bicycle maintenance workshops.

Topics included will be:

basic bike maintenance
changing tubes and tyres
cleaning your chain and cassette

Places are limited. Book a spot on 1300 655 355.

Bike maintenance for beginners

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:27:05 GMT

Learn how to change your tubes and tyres, clean your chain and cassette and look after safety parts, lights etc
Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355

Book Affaire

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 05:11:00 GMT

Have you loved a book so much you could inspire others to read it?

Write a review explaining what made reading a beloved book such a remarkable experience and we will reward you with a free book.

Entries must be passionate and personal – not marketing hype! We want to understand how you were moved, overcome with laughter, provoked or enlightened. Free books available while stocks last.

To collect your free book, reviews must be submitted in person from Tuesday 11 November to Tuesday 18 November at Preston, Northcote or Reservoir Library.

Conditions of entry

• Reviews must be for an adult fiction or non fiction book available at Darebin Libraries;

• Reviews must be a minimum of 25 words and must be passionate and personal, as judged by Darebin Libraries staff;

• Entrants give permission for their review to be added to the Darebin Libraries website including their first name and the library where it was lodged;

• Entrants must be 16 years or over;

• Free books available whilst stocks last and must be collected from Northcote, Reservoir or Preston library on 11 November 2008;

• One free book per customer.

NORTHERN NOTES WRITERS FESTIVAL EVENT

Book Safari

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:56:27 GMT

You are invited to come on a Book Safari with David Rabbitborough!

The elephants, giraffes and even the hippos can't agree on their favourite book. Help David decide which book from the Book Week short list is the best one!

The show looks at many books from the short list and includes dancing, music and poetry.

The children also play parts in the show and are provided with simple costumes. It's a great introduction to the books from the Book Week short list.

The show aims to inspire the children to read the nomiated books after seeing them brought to life in this show.

Performed by Carp Productions.

Book Safari

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:56:29 GMT

You are invited to come on a Book Safari with David Rabbitborough!

The elephants, giraffes and even the hippos can't agree on their favourite book. Help David decide which book from the Book Week short list is the best one!

The show looks at many books from the short list and includes dancing, music and poetry.

The children also play parts in the show and are provided with simple costumes. It's a great introduction to the books from the Book Week short list.

The show aims to inspire the children to read the nomiated books after seeing them brought to life in this show.

Performed by Carp Productions.

Book Sale

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:27:21 GMT

Stock up your home library without spending a fortune. There's a huge variety of secondhand books for $1 or less.

Darebin Libraries in partnership with Reservoir Scouts.

Book Sale

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 02:00:42 GMT

There are bargains galore to be found at the Darebin Libraries book sale. Take a look at the second hand treasures available for $1 or less!

Darebin Libraries in partnership with Northcote Scouts.

Book Sale

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 04:12:00 GMT

Stock up your home library without spending a fortune. There's a huge variety of second hand books for $1 or less.

Darebin Libraries in partnership with Reservoir Scouts.

Book Sale

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:03:30 GMT

There are fabulous bargains and lots of hidden treasures to be found at our secondhand book sale.

Nothing over $1.00!

A Northcote Scouts and Darebin Libraries partnership.

Book Sale

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 01:46:48 GMT

Find a bargain at a Darebin Libraries second hand book sale.

Prices range from 50c to $1

Upcoming dates for 2008

10am to 3pm

Saturday 9 February

Saturday 10 May

Saturday 9 August

Saturday 8 November

Location

Reservoir Scout Hall

(Edwards Lake Park)

Leamington St

Reservoir 3073

Melway Ref. Map 18 E4

Booksale

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:51:57 GMT

Stock up your home library without spending a fortune. There's a huge variety of second hand books for $1 or less.

Darebin Libraries in partnership with Reservoir Scouts.

Booksale

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 06:13:03 GMT

Books, bargains and bangers.

Booksale

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 05:55:00 GMT

Do you like a pre-loved bargain? Come and fossick through our huge variety of second hand books, all for the bargain price of $1 or less!

Darebin Libraries in partnership with Reservoir Scouts.

Booksale

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:43:29 GMT

Stock up your home library without spending a fortune. There's a huge variety of secondhand books for $1 or less.

Darebin Libraries in partnership with Reservoir Scouts.

Booksale

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:18:00 GMT

Stock up your home library without spending a fortune. There's a huge range of secondhand books available for $1 or less.

Darebin Libraries in partnership with Northcote Scouts.

Booksale

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 05:28:37 GMT

Melways Ref. Map 30 F4
(Next to Thornbury Rail Station)

There are fabulous bargains and lots of hidden treasures to be found at our secondhand book sale.

Nothing over $1.00!

A Northcote Scouts and Darebin Libraries partnership.

Booksale

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 05:28:49 GMT

Stock up your home library without spending a fortune. There's a huge range of secondhand books available for $1 or less.

Darebin Libraries in partnership with Reservoir Scouts.

Booksale

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:13:00 GMT

Stock up your home library without spending a fortune. There's a huge variety of secondhand books for $1 or less.

Darebin Libraries in partnership with Reservoir Scouts.

Boxing Day

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:17:32 GMT

All libraries will be closed for the Boxing Day public holiday.

After hours chutes are available at all branches and online renewals are available 24 hours, just log in with your library card number and your PIN.

Boxing Day

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 06:43:14 GMT

All libraries closed for the Boxing Day public holiday.

Seasons Greetings!

Chess Club

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 06 May 2008 06:32:42 GMT

Whether you are a master or a novice, learn more about the game with Bill Jordan, Melbourne Chess Club President. This is a great way to get out of the winter weather and enjoy a leisurely game or two. A tactile chess set is available for those with vision impairment.

2.30 - 4.30pm
9 & 23 May
6 & 20 June

Chess Club

Darebin Libraries — Sun, 10 May 2009 04:48:00 GMT

Chess Club is back by popular demand.

Novice or expert - it doesn't matter! All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Sessions are facilitated by Victorian Chess Club President, Grant Szuveges. Bookings are not required.

Children's Book Week celebration with Carp Productions

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:23:38 GMT

Fuel Your Mind!

Come and see Carp Productions new show featuring elements of the Children's Book Council 2008 Book of the Year shortlist.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Chinese Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 04:25:18 GMT

Bring your preschool children along to our storytime sessions conducted in Mandarin Chinese. There will be stories, rhymes and songs presented by our Chinese Storyteller, Ligia. Each session will be followed by a craft or play activity.

Friday 16 October
Friday 13 November
Friday 11 December
10.30am

Chinese Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 04:25:18 GMT

Friday 16 October
Friday 13 November
Friday 11 December
10.30am

Chinese Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 04:25:18 GMT

Friday 16 October
Friday 13 November
Friday 11 December
10.30am

Christmas Day

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:17:29 GMT

All libraries will be closed for the Christmas Day public holiday.

After hours chutes are available at all branches and online renewals are available 24 hours, just log in with your library card number and your PIN.

Christmas Day

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 06:43:14 GMT

All libraries closed for the Christmas Day public holiday.

Seasons Greetings!

Christmas gift wrapping workshops

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 06:40:52 GMT

Join Sutilla as she demonstrates the art of gift wrapping. Conventional and Japanese envelope styles will be showcased, along with ribbon and bow techniques, wrapping gifts with different shapes and how to cut and manipulate different paper textures.

Please bring along a single small to medium sized gift to wrap. All paper and trimmings supplied.

A limit of 10 people per session applies.
Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Christmas gift wrapping workshops

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 06:41:14 GMT

Please bring along a small to medium sized gift to wrap. All paper and trimmings supplied.

A limit of 10 people per session applies.
Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Christmas storytime

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 03:04:11 GMT

Santa will be making a guest appearance at all of our Christmas storytimes.

Special evening and weekend sessions will replace the usual morning times. Everyone welcome.

NORTHCOTE
Tuesday 2nd December 6.30pm

PRESTON
Wednesday 3rd December 6.30pm

RESERVOIR
Thursday 4th December 6.30pm

FAIRFIELD
Saturday 6th December 11.30am

Christmas Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 03:07:54 GMT

Santa will be making a guest appearance at all of our Christmas storytimes.

Special evening and weekend sessions will replace the usual morning times. Everyone welcome.

NORTHCOTE
Tuesday 2nd December 6.30pm

PRESTON
Wednesday 3rd December 6.30pm

RESERVOIR
Thursday 4th December 6.30pm

FAIRFIELD
Saturday 6th December 11.30am

Christmas storytime

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 03:07:54 GMT

Santa will be making a guest appearance at all of our Christmas storytimes.

Special evening and weekend sessions will replace the usual morning times. Everyone welcome.

NORTHCOTE
Tuesday 2nd December 6.30pm

PRESTON
Wednesday 3rd December 6.30pm

RESERVOIR
Thursday 4th December 6.30pm

FAIRFIELD
Saturday 6th December 11.30am

Christmas storytime

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 03:07:54 GMT

Santa will be making a guest appearance at all of our Christmas storytimes.

Special evening and weekend sessions will replace the usual morning times. Everyone welcome.

NORTHCOTE
Tuesday 2nd December 6.30pm

PRESTON
Wednesday 3rd December 6.30pm

RESERVOIR
Thursday 4th December 6.30pm

FAIRFIELD
Saturday 6th December 11.30am

Christmas Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 01:22:12 GMT

There'll be Christmas stories, carols and a visit from Santa at this special Christmas storytime.

Christmas Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 01:22:12 GMT

There'll be Christmas stories, carols and a visit from Santa at this special Christmas storytime.

Christmas Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 01:22:12 GMT

There'll be Christmas stories, carols and a visit from Santa at this special Christmas storytime.

Christmas Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 01:22:12 GMT

There'll be Christmas stories, carols and a visit from Santa at this special Christmas storytime.

Christmas Workshop

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:27:12 GMT

Join us at the library for our Christmas workshop where you can learn the arts of cardmaking and gift wrapping.

Our wonderful facilitators will give you all the tips and tricks you need to give your gifts a personal touch.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

*Please bring a small to medium sized gift to wrap. All trimmings supplied.

Community Cuppa

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:27:12 GMT

Join the librarian for a chat about bestsellers, old favourites and new authors. Have a cuppa and share your book news and views with other readers, and browse and borrow from a selection of new books.

Community Cuppa

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 01:25:39 GMT

Join us for a cuppa and a browse through some of our new Large Print and Talking Books.

Australian Hearing will also be providing free hearing screenings for pensioners and veterans.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Community Cuppa

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 04:59:00 GMT

Join us for a cuppa and browse through the latest large print and talking books.

Composting workshop

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 08:30:00 GMT

Learn how to compost in this free workshop.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Creative workshops - Pop Up Puppets

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 06:48:00 GMT

In these workshops kids will make their own pop up puppets. All materials are supplied and art work can be taken home.

Bookings are essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Creative workshops - Pop Up Puppets

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 06:23:00 GMT

In these workshops kids will make their own pop up puppets. All materials are supplied and art work can be taken home.

Bookings are essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Creative workshops - Pop Up Puppets

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 06:30:00 GMT

In these workshops kids will make their own pop up puppets. All materials are supplied and art work can be taken home.

Bookings are essential, phone 1300 655 355.

DAREBIN SOUNDS Musical Wish List

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 04:50:00 GMT

What are the favourite sounds of Darebin? Suggest your favourite CD to Darebin Libraries to help us build the ultimate CD collection.

Forms available at all libraries from Tuesday 14 April to Friday 22 May.

Easter Monday

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:05:00 GMT

All libraries closed for the Easter Monday Public Holiday.

After hours chutes are available at all libraries and online renewals are available 24 hours.

Happy Easter!

Easter Saturday

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:02:00 GMT

All libraries closed for the Easter Saturday Public Holiday.

After hours chutes are available at all libraries and online renewals are available 24 hours.

Happy Easter!

Easter Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 23:54:00 GMT

Come along for this special weekend Easter Storytime - there will Easter stories, songs and treats. Bunny ears welcome!

Easter Sunday

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:04:00 GMT

All libraries closed for the Easter Sunday Public Holiday.

After hours chutes are available at all libraries and online renewals are available 24 hours.

Happy Easter!

Enchanted Story Telling

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 06:50:00 GMT

School holiday program fun.

Kids will make their own story book. All materials supplied.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Enchanted Story Telling

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 06:31:09 GMT

School holiday program fun.

Kids will make their own story book. All materials supplied.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Explore Northcote

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 05:57:00 GMT

Join us as we discover history 'on top of the hill'. Tour leader is local historian Paul Michell who will uncover hidden oddities. This promises to be a major feature of Seniors Week so mark your calendar now.

Please note, walking is required. This event will be cancelled if raining.
Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

This is a joint activity between Darebin Libraries and Darebin U3A.

Family Fun Day

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 05:22:00 GMT

Come along to our first annual Family Fun Day!

Scheduled events include:

10.30 - 12.30 Life. Be in it games and activities for kids of all ages and abilities

10.30 - 12.30 Face painting

11.00 - 12.00 Storytime with Wacky Witch Coralie, with a special appearance by Despereaux the Mouse

12.30 - 1.30 'Waking up in the Dreamtime' performed by Carp Productions

1.30 - 3.30 Life. Be in it games and activites for kids of all ages and abilities

1.30 - 3.30 Face painting

2.30 - 3.00 Tunari perform beautiful South American music on traditional instruments

All day activities include:

Appearances by Maisy Mouse
Summer Reading Club early bird registrations for 2009
Coffee by Friends of Baucau
Sausage sizzle by the Rotaract Club of Darebin

Competitions include:

Leisure hamper prize draw
Sponge Club colouring competition

Family Fun Day

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 23:57:25 GMT

Come along for a day of fun, free entertainment!

Program

10.30 - 12.30
Face painting

11.00 - 11.30
Storytime

12.30 - 1.30
The Magic Circus Show by Carp Productions. See the amazing Trapeze artist and the Magical Rainbow Unicorn. Meet Fairy Floss, the Lion Tamer and Tumbles the Acrobat. Watch a magic trick with Wizard Wishwell. The show includes a circus story, music, dancing, poetry, magic and all the fun of the circus.

1.30 - 3.30
Face painting

2.30 - 3.00
Bollywood Dhamaka by Jhoom Bollywood Dance Company. Enjoy two colourful medley dance performances and then join in the fun and learn some Bollywood dance moves.

3.00
Prize winners announced - the winners of the Maisy Colouring-In prize and the Leisure Hamper will be drawn.

All day activities:
Go Wild! Indoor fun and activities for kids of all ages
Refreshments - Sausage sizzle by Darebin Rotaract, Coffee
Early registration for Summer Reading Club 2010 "Into the Wild"

Competitions:
Maisy Mouse Colouring-In
Leisure Hamper Draw
Lolly Guess

Maisy Appearances:
Special guest appearances by Maisy, the beloved mouse from Lucy Cousins' books
10.30am, 12.00pm, 2.00pm & 3.00pm

Read on for green travel options

Family Movie Screening - Happily N'ever After

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 06:55:00 GMT

An alliance of evil-doers, led by Frieda (Weaver) looks to take over Fairy Tale Land, but when Ella (Gellar) realizes her stepmother is out to ruin her storybook existence, she takes a dramatic turn and blossoms into the leader of the resistance effort.

Rated G

Footy Fun Day

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:53:29 GMT

Ever wondered what it takes to prepare and train for an AFL Premiership game?

Robert Campbell from the Hawthorn Football Club will take kids through some training and fitness skills and talk about the importance of healthy eating and keeping fit.

RSVP 1300 655 355

Hawthorn supporters are encouraged to bring their footy gear for signing.

Fresh Green Cleaning Workshop

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 29 May 2009 07:45:24 GMT

The Fresh Green Cleaning Workshop is full of simple ideas about how to clean with less impact on our health, less strain on the environment, less time and effort, and less cost to the back pocket!

This workshop combines electronic media with interactive games and demonstrations. Drawing on extensive research and her experience as a professional cleaner, Bridget is taking the art of 'green cleaning' firmly into the modern era.

Places limited. Book on 1300 655 355.

Get SORTED! with Lissanne Oliver

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:27:45 GMT

Meet Lissanne Oliver – Professional Organiser Extraordinaire and the best selling author of SORTED! the ultimate guide to organising your life - once and for all.

Lissanne’s well known from her television work as a presenter on 'Your Life on the Lawn' and 'Better Homes & Gardens'. She will share her extensive repertoire of ideas, tips and expertise so if you need help organising and decluttering your life, this is your chance to get advice from an expert.

Her book "SORTED!" is like a recipe book for organising your life – with over 42 different ways to organise your home, life, and work. Reserve it now or buy a signed copy on the night.

Bookings on 1300 655 355.

Good Friday Public Holiday

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:21:00 GMT

All libraries closed for the Good Friday Public Holiday.

After hours chutes are available at all libraries and online renewals are available 24 hours.

Happy Easter!

Greek Fusion

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:27:12 GMT

Award winning composer and musician Irene Vela from the HaBiBis will perform a mix of contemporary and traditional Greek music with guest musicians. Be the first to borrow from the range of new Greek DVDs, CDs and books available for the first time at this event.

Greek New Book Day

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 04:55:17 GMT

Be the first to borrow one of our new Greek books, CDs or DVDs

Grimstones Puppet Theatre

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 06:03:00 GMT

The Grimstones is a gothic fairytale, compelling and slightly macabre, about a girl who can read dreams; a baby boy with three legs; a mother who sews garments lined with warmth and joy; and a grandfather who heals people with his magical concoctions. The story is told with giant books, beautiful old-world marionettes and sign language.

The show runs for approximately 55 minutes and is not recommended for children under 5 years of age.

Bookings are essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Grimstones Puppet Theatre

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 06:16:00 GMT

The show runs for approximately 55 minutes and is not recommended for children under 5 years of age.

Bookings are essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Grimstones Puppet Theatre

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 06:18:00 GMT

The show runs for approximately 55 minutes and is not recommended for children under 5 years of age.

Bookings are essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Halloween Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:42:22 GMT

Bring the kids along to a scary, silly Halloween storytime featuring face painting.

Halloween Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:48:05 GMT

Bring the kids along to a scary, silly Halloween storytime featuring face painting.

Halloween Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:48:43 GMT

Bring the kids along to a scary, silly Halloween storytime featuring face painting.

Halloween Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:49:16 GMT

Bring the kids along to a scary, silly Halloween storytime featuring face painting.

Happy Feet - Family Movie Screening

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:03:30 GMT

School Holiday Program fun!
Escape the winter blues with Mumble the penguin as he tap dances his way to glory in the hit animated movie.

Rated (G)

Hidden treasures of Darebin

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:08:17 GMT

Join Paul Michell as he uncovers some of Northcote's secrets. Ranging from special dwellings to rarely seen photographs and oddments, this is your chance to discover more about Northcote's rich past. You're welcome to bring some of your own items to share.

Places limited. Phone 1300 655 355 to make a booking.

Hidden treasures of Preston

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 05:44:00 GMT

Join local historian Paul Michell as he uncovers some of Preston's secrets. Ranging from special dwellings to rarely seen photographs and oddments, this is your chance to discover more about Preston's rich past. Bring some of your items to share also.

Places limited, phone 1300 655 355 to book your place.

International Guide Dog Day featuring Joan Smith and Benson

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:11:00 GMT

Following International Guide Dog Day (29 April), this session will explain what is involved in the training and use of a Guide Dog.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Introduction to volunteering

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 04 May 2009 07:03:00 GMT

Volunteering is a great way to get involved with your local community, meet new people, gain work experience, follow up on a personal passion or interest and develop new skills.

Presented by Darebin Information and Volunteer Resource Service (DVIRS), this free session is for anyone interested in finding out more about the benefits of volunteering, the range and types of volunteering opportunities, rights and responsibilities and how to find the right volunteer position.

For further information or to RSVP please contact Sally Mendes on ph. 9495 0144

Italian New Book Day

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 04:50:59 GMT

Be the first to borrow one of our new Italian books, CDs or DVDs

Keys Please

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 05:54:00 GMT

Keys Please is a free 90 minute session run by VicRoads, in which learner drivers can learn important information about how to get as much benefit as possible from those years as possible.

Bring along your licenced driver - Mum, Dad, whoever you'll be driving with - and let those in the know fill you in!

Labour Day Public Holiday

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 04:51:00 GMT

All libraries closed for the Labour Day Public Holiday.

After hours chutes are available at all libraries and online renewals are available 24 hours.

Learn how to compost!

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:51:58 GMT

Making compost in your backyard is great for your garden. It improves your soil, reduces your water use and it helps the environment by keeping green waste out of landfill.

Come along and learn how to make wonderful compost - it's quick and easy. There will be a demonstration of compost making with notes provided.

Speaker - Wendy Mather from Foodfarm in St Andrews

Library Lounge event featuring Denise Scott

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 06:23:35 GMT

Comedian Denise Scott has tales to tell about her life as a domestic goddess in Thornbury.

Written with her usual self-deprecating candour, All That Happened at Number 26 is part memoir and part comedy and pokes fun at Scott's success at holding it together in life, love and on stage.

Signed copies of All That Happened at Number 26 will be available for purchase on the night.

Library Lounge featuring author Angela Crocombe

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 06:07:26 GMT

Angela Crocombe is the author of 'A Lighter Footprint: A Practical Guide to Minimising Your Impact on the Planet'.

Come along to hear her speak and learn how to reduce your impact on climate change without being overwhelmed by scientific jargon. Angela will talk about the many ways you can live more sustainably by making simple changes and smart shopping choices.

Library Lounge featuring author Georgina Scillio

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:06:00 GMT

Join us for the launch of Georgina Scillio's book, A Dandelion on the Roof and other stories, which won the Clouds of Magellan novel pitching competition at last year's Northern Notes Writers Festival.

Georgina will read from her book and signed copies will be available for purchase.

Reserve a copy.

Library Lounge featuring graphic novelist Nicki Greenberg

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:03:30 GMT

Nicki Greenberg is a passionate reader, writer and artist. Hear her speak about her graphic novel adaptation of "The Great Gatsby" and the writing and artistic processes.

Shaun Tan described her adapation as "Bizarre, absorbing and very funny, Nicki Greenberg casts a surrealist eye over Fitzgerald's world of careless money, social politics and misplaced ambition. It's a bold idea that works to great effect, where frivolous and monstrous natures are plain to see and enjoy, while all the while a much darker current flows ominously beneath the surface."

Library Lounge with Costas Athanassiou

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 29 May 2009 07:45:24 GMT

Greek writer and photographer, Costas Athanassiou will perform a poetry reading at the launch of his exhibition of portraits and personal stories of Greek writers across Melbourne.

Light refreshments provided. Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

This exhibition will run for the month of June.

Library Lounge with Jill Jolliffe, author of Balibo

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:57:00 GMT

Jill Jolliffe has been following the Balibo Five story for 34 years. She witnessed the first incursions by the Indonesian troops in September 1975, reported the death of five colleagues at Balibo in October and was evacuated from Dilli days before Indonesian troops attacked the capital in 7 December 1975.

Balibo, previously published as "Cover up" and soon to be released as a feature film starring Anthony La Paglia is the result of 30 years of personal investigation and tireless research.

Jill will discuss her novel "Balibo". Part memoir, part history, this searing book details the events surrounding the murder of the Balibo Five and brings to light details of Australia's role in East Timor's recent tragic history.

Event Booked Out.

Reserve a copy of the book.

Life histories and life books

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:07:00 GMT

Learn how to create a life book which captures your personal and social history. Bring along your photographs and memorabilia.

Bookings essential. Phone 1300 655 355.

Living Libraries

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 23:58:05 GMT

The following Living Books will be available for conversation:

Michael - Living with a physical disability

Lexie - Lifelong Darebin resident and world traveller

Ted - Living with brain damage

Lisa - Mental illness

Marietta - The survivor

Click on the names of these Living Books to read their profiles or read on for more information about the Living Libraries concept.

Living Libraries

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 03:13:36 GMT

The Living Books at this month's Living Libraries event provide a fascinating combination of talents and life experiences and include a writer, a refugee and international student, a professional organiser and T.V. presenter and more. For some lively conversation with these Living Books, come along to this free event. Bookings not required.

Profiles of the Living Books at this event are available, just click on the name below to read on:

Lissanne
Shafy
Dorota
Ridhwan
Kathy

Read on for more information about the Living Libraries concept.

Living Libraries

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 06:19:00 GMT

We are still finalising the Living Books for this event. Check back again for updates.

Read on for more information about the Living Libraries concept.

Living Libraries - Your planet needs you!

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 29 May 2009 07:50:19 GMT

Living Libraries are like normal libraries with one key difference; the books in Living Libraries are people.

Talk to a Living Book to find out about what is happening in your local community and what you can do to combat climate change.

Information from Community Power and The Environment Shop will also be available.
Living Books available at this event include John - the environmentalist, Christine - the global thinker, Kathy - the cyclist and Veronica - sustainability and environment.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Mad Art Workshop

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:49:57 GMT

Have you ever wanted to make your own shooting star or rocket? Then come along to this school holiday program activity to learn how!

Limited to 35 children aged 5 -12. Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Mad Art Workshop

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:49:57 GMT

Have you ever wanted to make your own shooting star or rocket? Then come along to this school holiday program activity to learn how!

Limited to 35 children aged 5 - 12. Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Mad Art Workshop

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 03:59:29 GMT

Do you want to make some magic? Well, come along to the Mad Art craft workshops, where you can make wands and capes of your own. That might be all it takes to bring your magical skills to the surface!

This school holiday program activity is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Mad Art Workshop

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:16:47 GMT

This school holiday program activity is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Mad Art Workshop

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:16:47 GMT

This school holiday program activity is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Magic show with the Amazing Mr Twist

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 03:59:24 GMT

Be mystified by The Amazing Mr Twist! He'll astound you with his tricks, amaze you with his skill... and make magical doves appear before your very eyes! Don't miss the opportunity to see this incredible magician at work.

This school holiday program activity is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Bookings essential, phone 1300655355.

Magic show with the Amazing Mr Twist

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 03:59:24 GMT

This school holiday program activity is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Bookings essential, phone 1300655355.

Make a folding album

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:54:00 GMT

Create your own pull-apart folding photo album in this School Holiday Program craft activity.

This Sponge Club event is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.
Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Make a folding album

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:57:00 GMT

Create your own pull-apart folding photo album in this School Holiday Program craft activity.

This Sponge Club event is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.
Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Make a folding album

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:59:00 GMT

Create your own pull-apart folding photo album in this School Holiday Program craft activity.

This Sponge Club event is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.
Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Make a folding album

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 23:34:00 GMT

Create your own pull-apart folding photo album in this School Holiday Program craft activity.

This Sponge Club event is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.
Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Make your own Dream Catcher & Compete in the Enviro Quiz

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:18:41 GMT

School Holiday Program fun!
Make your own dream catcher and find out how much you know about animals and nature in our Enviro Quiz.

Make your own Dream Catcher & Compete in the Enviro Quiz

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:18:41 GMT

School Holiday Program fun!
Make your own dream catcher and find out how much you know about animals and nature in our Enviro Quiz.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355. Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Meet Chloe Hooper, author of 'The Tall Man'

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:43:29 GMT

Join Summer Read short listed author Chloe Hooper to discuss her most recent book 'The Tall Man'; the gripping account of the tragic story of Cameron Doomadgee's death in the Palm Island police station and the subsequent trial of Senior Sargeant Chris Hurley. Chloe will also talk about authors that have influenced her writing and her favourite Summer Reads.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355 or email bookings@darebinlibraries.vic.gov.au

Meet Juliet Peniston-Bird, author of 'Evolution of the Vampire'

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:19:53 GMT

Library Lounge event

Blending Bram Stoker and Anne Rice with the human reality of Jules Verne, Juliet Penisten-Bird has 'revamped' the vampire to appeal to the masses, by allowing these 'not quite humans' to share in a reality common with humankind. This novel traces Australian vampire mythology; from the founding vampire fathers through to their current laws and etiquette.

Melbourne Cup Public Holiday

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 06:07:00 GMT

MELBOURNE CUP PUBLIC HOLIDAY
All libraries closed.

Renew online or return your items via the after hours chutes located near the entrance to each library.

Melbourne Cup Public Holiday

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:27:20 GMT

All branches closed.

After hours return chutes are available at all libraries or you can renew online with your PIN.

Middle Eastern Rhythms

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:57:53 GMT

Be intoxicated by the Middle Eastern rhythms of Fadil Suna and Rascoe Hack playing the oud and darbuka.

A selection of new Arabic DVDs, CDs and books will be available to borrow.

Mini Olympics

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 04:15:18 GMT

Just because you're not in Beijing - or an Olympian! - there's no reason you can't get involved in the games...on a slightly smaller scale!
Join in the school holiday program fun. Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.
Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Northcote Library
25th March, 2 - 3.30pm
Preston Library
26th March, 2 - 3.30pm
Reservoir Library
27th March, 2 - 3.30pm

Movie screening - Rebound

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 05:52:44 GMT

Come along for the screening of this family comedy about basketball, love and teamwork.
Rated PG.

Movie screening: Spiderwick Chronicles

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 02:28:56 GMT

In this movie version of the well-loved series, the Grace children discover a world of creatures they never knew existed. Now they have to step in to stop evil ogre Malgrarath from becoming ruler of the faerie world! Join us and watch it on the big screen.

This movie is rated (G).

National Simultaneous Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:51:59 GMT

All the usual storytime fun, plus the national simultaneous reading of the favourite Australian picture book 'Arthur'

National Simultaneous Storytime

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:22:00 GMT

As part of Library and Information Week every Australian public library service will be taking part in the National Simultaneous Storytime with a reading of Pete the Sheep by Jackie French.

Come along dressed as your favourite book character and be part of the biggest storytime of the year. Parents are welcome to dress up too!

New Year's Day

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 07:09:47 GMT

All libraries closed for the New Year's Day public holiday.

Happy New Year!

Olympic Village Art

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 04:22:45 GMT

Olympic Village Art

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 04:37:52 GMT

Here's an opportunity to remind our Olympians of home - by creating art to be sent to Beijing and used to decorate the athletes' apartments!
Join in the school holiday program fun. Activities suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.
Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Reservoir Library
Monday 31st March, 11am - 12.30pm
Preston Library
Tuesday 1st April, 11am - 12.30pm
Northcote Library
Wednesday 2nd April, 11am - 12.30pm

Opening hours

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:04:44 GMT

All libraries will be closing at 5pm.

After hours chutes are available at all branches and online renewals are available 24 hours, just log in with your library card number and your PIN.

Photography Workshop

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 04:53:45 GMT

Shooting Family - Taking Better Portraits

Learn the art of portrait photography. Presented by Preston Photographic Club, this workshop will help you compose and photograph your family like a pro. Featuring topics such as red-eye reduction, shooting in low light and choosing backdrops.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Photography workshop

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:16:09 GMT

Snapping for fun!

Learn how to take great photos. Presented by Preston Photographic Club, this workshop will have you shooting like a pro! Make your friends envious of your 'happy snaps' by learning the art of composition, lighting and keeping the camera steady. This workshop will also feature many more techniques and tricks of the trade.

Places limited, phone 1300 655 355 for a booking.

Planets Activity Session

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:37:24 GMT

Learn all about the planets and stars that you see in the night sky by doing fun activities and games.

Limited to 30 children aged 5-12. This activity is not suitable for younger children.

Planets Activity Session

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:37:37 GMT

Learn all about the planets and stars that you see in the night sky by doing fun activities and games.

Limited to 30 children aged 5-12. This activity is not suitable for younger children.

Planets Activity Session

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:49:57 GMT

Learn all about the planets and stars that you see in the night sky by doing fun activities and games.

Limited to 30 children aged 5-12. This activity is not suitable for younger children.

Planning for a secure future

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:03:30 GMT

Join us for this free seminar on issues that you, your friends and family may need to consider in relation to creating and updating a will, establishing power of attorney and financial planning for a secure retirement.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Poetry Slam 08 - Registrations

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:35:19 GMT

The search is on for Australia's best talent!

Speak, scream, howl, whisper or sing your original poem at the Australian Poetry Slam - Victorian heats - an electric live event where the audience is the judge!

Poetry Slam 08 - Workshop

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 06:36:00 GMT

The search is on for Victoria's best talent!

Speak, scream, howl whisper or sing your original poem at the Australian Poetry Slam - Victorian heats - an electric live event where the audience is the judge.

Join the workshop to refine your poem and talent before battling it out during the heats.

Poetry Slam 08 Registration and heats

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 06:35:00 GMT

The search for Victoria's best talent is on!

Speak, scream, howl, whisper or sing your original poem at the Australian Poetry Slam Victorian heats - an electric live event where the audience is the judge!

Registrations
6 - 6.30pm

Heats Begin
6.30 - 8pm
Compete or cheer the competitors on!

Preston Strings and Preston Junior Strings

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:57:03 GMT

Appreciate the talents of Preston Strings and Preston Junior Strings as they perform their practiced, perfected pieces from weekly rehearsals. Be amazed by what these junior violin and cello players have achieved after only one year's tuition.

Performing as part of the Darebin Music Feast.

Publisher in Residence Launch and Workshop

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 03:53:00 GMT

Help celebrate the success of the Publisher in Residence Best Start Project run throughout 2008 and 2009 at selected schools and kindergartens. Parents and children have been making books together to encourage sharing, storytelling and reading.

Join as at the launch. There will also be a workshop with Victoria Ryle where a group book will be made.

Places are limited. RSVP to Emma Bruty on 1300 655 355 by Friday 6 March.

Queen's Birthday Public Holiday

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 29 May 2009 07:53:03 GMT

All libraries closed.

Renew online or return your items via the after hours chute available at all libraries.

Quizzical

Darebin Libraries — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 23:35:00 GMT

Meet Leanne Davidson, author of the Quizzical series which includes her new book Money Bags.

Leanne will be reading from her book, answering questions, and hosting a fun, interactive quiz with real game show buzzers!

Signed copies of Quizzical will be available for purchase on the day.

Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12. Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Recycle with Sponge Club

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 05:58:10 GMT

Come along to this Sponge Club event and learn about recycling.

Make your own garden bug and see new books.

Please bring your own recycled small drink bottle.

Suitable for kids aged 5 to 12.

Recyle with Sponge Club

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 05:58:10 GMT

Come along to this Sponge Club event and learn about recycling.

Make your own garden bug and see new books.

Please bring your own recycled small drink bottle.

Suitable for kids aged 5 to 12.

Reminiscing

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:03:30 GMT

Meet and share anecdotes with other long time residents while we show you how to preserve your photos and memories of life in Darebin on Wikinorthia; a living online document about our local community.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Reminiscing

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:03:30 GMT

Meet and share anecdotes with other long time residents while we show you how to preserve your photos and memories of life in Darebin on Wikinorthia: a living online document about our local community.

Saturday Sounds

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:51:59 GMT

Eva will perform songs from her album "Me, the Sea and Stars".

Eva describes her music as sounding like "a whispered secret, a warm smile on a chilly evening, a shared recipe. Or, a little bit folk, a little bit bluegrass, a touch of western swing".

You can also borrow from a display of our newest CDs and DVDs.

Saturday Sounds

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:57:16 GMT

T.K. Bollinger & The Bitter Sweets Performing as part of the Darebin Music Feast

Relax to the sounds of T.K. Bollinger - an acoustic country-blues performer with a haunting soulful voice, followed by The Bitter Sweets playing their strange hybrid of country fried jazz folk blues.

Saturday Sounds featuring Cilla Jane

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:15:54 GMT

Cilla Jane has recently supported many high profile artists. Her music is a combination of storytelling and folk style guitar, accompanied by emotive cello harmonies played with the warmth and beauty of a finely aged wine.

Saturday Sounds featuring Josh Romig

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:01:00 GMT

Saturday Sounds presents singer/songwriter Josh Romig. Josh won the Audience Choice Award at the Darebin Music Feast in 2008.

Coffee served by the Friends of Bacau from 1.30pm, live performance from 2pm.

Saturday Sounds featuring The Dirty Old Dogs

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:03:30 GMT

The Dirty Old Dogs featuring Miss Kimba combines traditional country music, rockabilly guitar and hillbilly harmonies over Swing Jazz grooves.

Secrets of Deltora

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 06:18:00 GMT

Listen to Emily Rodda talk about Deltora Quest - its secrets and how it came to life, while Marc McBride draws and paints the monsters of Deltora before your very eyes!

Εmily and Marc will answer your questions and The Little Bookroom will be selling copies of their books so you can get your favourite signed at the end of the session.

Senior Citizens Morning Tea

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 06:34:00 GMT

Join us for a cuppa and a browse through the latest large print and talking books.

Senior Citizens Morning Tea

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:21:05 GMT

Come along for a cuppa and a browse through the latest large print and talking books.

Senior Citizen's morning tea

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 06:36:13 GMT

Join us for a cuppa and browse through the latest large print and talking books.

Senior Citizens' Morning Tea

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 04:56:56 GMT

Come along for a cuppa and a browse through the latest large print and talking books

Seniors Literary Salon

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 06:14:00 GMT

Come and hear our local writers read as part of Seniors Week. Featuring over 55-ers from local writing groups including Darebin Writer, SPAN Writers and Holmes Street Public Housing Estate.

Bring your own writing to share during the Open Mike event.

Refreshments will be served.

Shake Rattle and Rhyme

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:22:58 GMT

For parents of children aged 0-2 years, Shake Rattle and Rhyme sessions will provide you with a refresher on rhymes, songs and actions to engage your baby and encourage language skills and literacy.

Shake Rattle and Rhyme

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:22:58 GMT

For parents of children aged 0-2 years, Shake Rattle and Rhyme sessions will provide you with a refresher on rhymes, songs and actions to engage your baby and encourage language skills and literacy.

Shake Rattle and Rhyme

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:22:58 GMT

For parents of children aged 0-2 years, Shake Rattle and Rhyme sessions will provide you with a refresher on rhymes, songs and actions to engage your baby and encourage language skills and literacy.

Shake Rattle and Rhyme

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:22:58 GMT

For parents of children aged 0-2 years, Shake Rattle and Rhyme sessions will provide you with a refresher on rhymes, songs and actions to engage your baby and encourage language skills and literacy.

Shake Rattle and Rhyme

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:30:41 GMT

For parents of children aged 0-2 years, Shake Rattle and Rhyme sessions will provide you with a refresher on rhymes, songs and actions to engage your baby and encourage language skills and literacy.

Shake Rattle and Rhyme

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:30:41 GMT

For parents of children aged 0-2 years, Shake Rattle and Rhyme sessions will provide you with a refresher on rhymes, songs and actions to engage your baby and encourage language skills and literacy.

Shake Rattle and Rhyme

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:30:41 GMT

For parents of children aged 0-2 years, Shake Rattle and Rhyme sessions will provide you with a refresher on rhymes, songs and actions to engage your baby and encourage language skills and literacy.

Shake Rattle and Rhyme

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:30:41 GMT

For parents of children aged 0-2 years, Shake Rattle and Rhyme sessions will provide you with a refresher on rhymes, songs and actions to engage your baby and encourage language skills and literacy.

Shake Rattle and Rhyme

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:30:47 GMT

For parents of children aged 0-2 years, Shake Rattle and Rhyme sessions will provide you with a refresher on rhymes, songs and actions to engage your baby and encourage language skills and literacy.

Shake Rattle and Rhyme

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:30:53 GMT

For parents of children aged 0-2 years, Shake Rattle and Rhyme sessions will provide you with a refresher on rhymes, songs and actions to engage your baby and encourage language skills and literacy.

Shake, Rattle and Rhyme

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 07:08:38 GMT

Have fun with your baby and remember songs, finger plays and rhymes from your childhood.

Songs and rhymes provide many lifelong benefits to help your child with their language and develop an appreciation for rhyme and rhythm.

For children aged 0 - 2 years.

Space Chimps Movie

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:50:14 GMT

Come along and be entertained by Space Chimps, an animated family movie.

The movie runs for 81 minutes. Rated G.

Limited to 50 children. Bookings on 1300 655 355.

Space Chimps Movie

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:50:36 GMT

Come along and be entertained by Space Chimps, an animated family movie.

The movie runs for 81 minutes. Rated G.

Limited to 50 children. Bookings on 1300 655 355.

Sponge Club Event

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 05:26:00 GMT

Author Jackie French has written many interesting and funny books. Join in the fun of her book Pete the Sheep for Library and Information Week 2009.

Come dressed as your favourite book character and bring a friend. Door prizes and giveaways on the day when you join in for stories, fun and games.

Spooky Sponge Club

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:26:28 GMT

Come along and create your own creepy, silly, spooky or cute mask! You'll be inspired by spooky music while you're creating your mask and then you can test your knowledge of magic, ghosts and ghouls in a Halloween-themed quiz.

Don't miss out on this event, it will haunt you! Call 1300 655 355 to save yourself a place.

Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Spooky Sponge Club

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:26:28 GMT

Don't miss out on this event, it will haunt you! Call 1300 655 355 to save yourself a place.

Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Spooky Sponge Club

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:26:28 GMT

Don't miss out on this event, it will haunt you! Call 1300 655 355 to save yourself a place.

Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Sport Treasure Hunt

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 03:18:16 GMT

This treasure hunt will lead you to all sorts of places in the library where you learn about different sports.

This school holiday program activity is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years. Bookings are essential, phone 1300655355.

Sport Treasure Hunt

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 03:18:31 GMT

This treasure hunt will lead you to all sorts of places in the library where you learn about different sports.

This school holiday program activity is suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years. Bookings are essential, phone 1300655355.

Starlab Portable Planetarium

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:37:24 GMT

Come along and learn all about the planets, solar system and space by seeing it all up in the sky in the portable planetarium.

Strictly limited to 30 children aged between 5-12. Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Starlab Portable Planetarium

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:37:24 GMT

Come along and learn about the planets, solar system and space by seeing it all up in the sky in our portable planetarium.

Strictly limited to 30 children aged 5 - 12. Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Storytimes are back!

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:50:54 GMT

Join in with stories and rhymes when Storytime resumes on Monday 2 February.

Don't forget that Fairfield Storytime will now be on Mondays during school terms.

Other sessions include: Northcote on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Preston on Wednesdays and Reservoir on Fridays.

All sessions begin at 10.30am and there is no need to book.

Summer Reading Club Finale

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:16:09 GMT

Bop till you drop disco party!

This is a disco party to celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Club and reward the kids who have put in a great reading effort. Come along and join in the fun. All welcome.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Summer Snaps Exhibition Launch

Darebin Libraries — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 23:28:00 GMT

Come and see an exhibition of over 40 photographs taken by our customers as part of the Darebin Libraries Summer Snaps Competition.

Join us for the announcement of the winning entry while you listen to the soothing sounds of sitar music.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Sunbury Divas

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 06:14:00 GMT

SATURDAY SOUNDS

Fresh from 'The Battle of the Choirs', the Sunbury Divas will sing their hearts out for you! Enjoy a cup of coffee while enjoying their sweet sounds.

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The Sounds of Vietnam

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:37:23 GMT

Discover the unique sounds of traditional Vietnamese instruments, played by popular performer Neil Ta and accompanied by vocalist Nghiem Le.

New Vietnamese DVDs, CDs and books will be available for loan for the first time on the day.

The Summer Reading Club 2008 begins

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 06:49:33 GMT

Get in the game, READ!

The 2008 Summer Reading Club begins today. For your chance to win some great prizes over the summer holidays join at Preston, Reservoir, Fairfield or Northcote library, pick up your kit and get reading!

Time of trial

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 06:57:36 GMT

You are invited to help celebrate the publication of Time of Trial by Michael Pryor.

This book is the fourth in the Laws of Magic series. In this latest of the utterly addictive series, magical genius Aubrey Fitzwilliam is heading into the heart of enemy territory. It's lucky that he has his friends by his side.

If you'd like the chance to meet Michael, come along! Please RSVP by 1 October on 1300 655 355.

Copies of Time of Trial will be available for purchase at the event.

Check out the Laws of Magic series on the catalogue and start reading now...

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Darebin Libraries — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 01:03:07 GMT

Wireless Internet training class 24 December 2007. Bookings essential. Please call 1300 655 355 to reserve your place.

Travelling Treasures

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 05:28:49 GMT

Each year the State Library of Victoria's collection experts take to the road with a selection of the library's treasures. The Travelling Treasures program offers audiences the chance to see some of our most precious collection items and ask questions about them.

What's on tour?
This selection of treasures features classic Charles Darwin books and priceless historic items used by Captain James Cook on his voyages.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Treasure Hunt

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:35:58 GMT

School holiday program fun!
While following clues to the hidden treasure you will also learn how to find books and other resources in the library.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355. Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Treasure Hunt

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:33:51 GMT

School holiday program fun!
While following clues to the hidden treasure you will also learn how to find books and other resources in the library.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355. Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Treasure Hunt

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:33:51 GMT

School holiday program fun!
While following clues to the hidden treasure you will also learn how to find books and other resources in the library.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355. Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Treasure Hunt

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:33:51 GMT

School holiday program fun!
While following clues to the hidden treasure you will also learn how to find books and other resources in the library.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355. Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Understanding Family Law

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 26 May 2008 05:23:38 GMT

Join us for this free seminar as we endeavour to demystify some of the complexities of the family law system relating to divorce, division of property, child custody and alternatives to going to court.

Free of charge, but bookings are essential. Phone 1300 655 355.

Vine of hopes and dreams

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 05:48:00 GMT

DAREBIN MUSIC FEAST

Participate in the creation of an evolving sculpture of recorded speech, sound, paper blooms and creatures assisted by composer Judy Pile and artist Meredith Thomas. Or just come along to see and hear our vine grow.

People of all ages, abilities and languages welcome.

Supported by the City of Darebin and the Darebin Music Feast 2008.

Viva Italia

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:57:40 GMT

George Butrumlis is a piano accordion virtuoso who is a regular guest artist with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and featured on the first five Black Sorrows albums.

Enjoy his music while you browse through our selection of new Italian DVDs, CDs and books.

Vulture's Gate Book Launch

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 06:28:59 GMT

You are invited to help celebrate the publication of Vulture's Gate by Kirsty Murray.

This futuristic thriller marks an exciting departure for this award-winning novelist. With a vividly realised setting in post-plague Australia, Kirsty Murray's new novel is a provocative page-turner with a chilling social twist...

Copies of Vulture's Gate will be available for purchase at the event through Fairfield Bookshop.

Please RSVP by 19th August on 1300 655 355.

Wang Zheng Ting

Darebin Libraries — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:27:21 GMT

Wang Zheng Ting, from the Chinese Music Ensemble, will play the intriguing sheng (Chinese mouth organ).

Enjoy his music while browsing through a selection of our new Chinese DVDs, CDs and books, available for loan for the first time at this event.

Wikinorthia launch

Darebin Libraries — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 02:59:32 GMT

Help us create a snapshot of life in the northern suburbs today.

If the on-line world has left you behind, this is your chance to learn how it all works. Bring your photos or stories and we'll show you how to add them to Wikinorthia.

Wild Action - Insect-A-Mania and Mini Beasts

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:18:18 GMT

Meet real live Australian insects and other amazing creatures!

Places are strictly limited and bookings are essential. Phone 1300 655 355.

Wild Action - Insect-A-Mania and Mini Beasts

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:18:18 GMT

Meet real live Australian insects and other amazing creatures.

Places strictly limited and bookings are essential. Phone 1300 655 355.

Wish Gone Amiss - Movie Screening

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:01:00 GMT

Free movie screening of Wish Gone Amiss, rated G.

A group of friends all wish their lives could be different. When a shooting star lights up the night sky they all get a chance to make themselves superheroes.

Starring Miley Cyrus, Cole Sprouse, Dylan Sprouse and Kyle Massey.

Wish Gone Amiss - Movie Screening

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:09:00 GMT

Free movie screening of Wish Gone Amiss, rated G.

A group of friends all wish their lives could be different. When a shooting star lights up the night sky they all get a chance to make themselves superheroes.

Starring Miley Cyrus, Cole Sprouse, Dylan Sprouse and Kyle Massey.

With English Subtitles

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:03:00 GMT

Celebrate cultural diversity through film. This week we will be releasing new and classic world movie DVDs, all with English subtitles.

Womin-Jeka Art Launch

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:15:55 GMT

Womin-Jeka 'Welcome'

Join us for the launch of the exhibition of linework art inspired by stories from Victorian Koori culture.

Artists: Karen Lovett and Maureen Simpson

Bookings essential. Phone 1300 655 355

World Cinema

Darebin Libraries — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 05:11:00 GMT

Join our resident film buffs Paul and Adam as they host an informal discussion celebrating cultural diversity in the movies, taking examples from the classic to the contemporary.

Bookings essential, phone 1300 655 355.

Xbox tournament

Darebin Libraries — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 01:38:54 GMT

Join the Xbox play-offs and see if you have what it takes to be a guitar hero!
Ages: 13 - 25

Yarn Strong Sista Puppet Show and Traditional Aboriginal Games

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 03:18:40 GMT

Yarn Strong Sista presents a puppet show depicting a story told by Aunty Iris Lovitt-Gardiner, a Victorian Elder from the Gunditjmara people. Children will also be participating in traditional Aboriginal children's games.

Bookings essential for this school holiday program activity, phone 1300655355. Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.

Yarn Strong Sista Puppet Show and Traditional Aboriginal Games

Darebin Libraries — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 03:18:47 GMT

Bookings essential for this school holiday program activity, phone 1300655355. Suitable for kids aged 5 - 12 years.