What's On Spring 2021

Spring 

September 2021 – November 2021 

#LibrariesChangeLives

When nearly 

200,000 Victorian 

jobseekers can 

get online for free 

Libraries 

Change Lives 

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WELCOME... 

Booking an Event 

All events are free. 

All bookings are for events held 1st September 2021 

– 30th November 2021 and will be held over Zoom, 

Facebook, YouTube or in person. 

Spaces fill up quickly so we recommend you book in 

as soon as you can. If you can no longer attend, please 

contact a member of staff or cancel online so it can be 

offered to someone on the waiting list. 

If your chosen event is booked out, join our waiting list. 

We will contact you if tickets become available. 

活动预定 

全部活动均免费。 

2021 年 9 月 1 日至 2021 年 11 月 30 日举行的活动现已接受预 

订。这些活动将以 Zoom,Facebook,YouTube 或面对 

面的形式进行。 

预约通常很快满额 , 所以建议您尽早预定。若您预定后 

无法参加 , 请联系工作人员或在线取消 , 这样可将您的 

名额转给等待名单上的其他人士。 

若欲参加活动已经定满 , 您可加入我们的等待名单。若 

有多余名额 , 我们将与您联系。 

How to Book 

ONLINE: 

Visit wml.vic.gov.au and select the ‘Events’ tab. You 

can search for the event name or browse by category, 

audience, language or month. Click on the event and 

click the red ‘Register for event’ button on the righthand 

side. Please make sure your details are correct 

as a staff member may need to contact you regarding 

your event. 

BY PHONE OR IN BRANCH: 

Contact us by phone or in branch, and a staff member 

will book you in to the event. 

如何预定 

线上预定 : 

登陆 wml.vic.gov.au 网站 , 并选择 “Events( 活动 )” 

标签。您可搜索活动名称或按照活动类别、观众群体、 

语言或月份查看。请先点击感兴趣的活动 , 然后点击 

右侧红色 “Register for event( 活动注册 )” 按钮。请 

确保提供准确的个人信息 , 方便工作人员在需要时与您 

联系。 

电话预定 : 

您可于周一至周六 ( 早 10 点 — 下午 5 点 ) 致电联系工作人 

员进行活动预约。 

Auslan interpretation can be arranged for any library event by request. Please contact library staff to arrange. 

Whitehorse Manningham Libraries acknowledge the 

Wurundjeri people as the traditional custodians of the 

land on which our library branches are located. We pay 

our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. 

Program details were correct at the time of printing, but 

events may vary from the information here. For further 

information, refer to our website www.wml.vic.gov.au 

印刷时活动详情为准确信息 , 但实际活动细节可能会 

有所不同。欲知详情 , 请登陆网站 www.wml.vic.gov.au 

查询。 

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In person event at a 

library branch. 

ONLINE 

Online only event, 

a link will be sent 

to all registered 

participants. 

ONLINE & 

IN PERSON 

Simultaneous 

event taking place 

in person and 

online.

We are excited about seeing everyone 

in person again but our library events 

will be delivered a little differently while 

COVID – 19 restrictions are in place. 

Attendees will be limited as seating at all branches will be socially distanced. Please 

make sure you book one ticket PER PERSON, including all children over 12 months of age. 

Multiple children may attend with one adult, as long as all children (over 12 months) are 

booked in. Attendees are asked to arrive 15 minutes early to allow for the social distance – 

seating arrangements. 

WHEN ATTENDING AN EVENT, WE ASK YOU: 

• Book into all events you would like to attend 

• Arrive 15 minutes early 

• Check in using the Service Victoria App 

• Wear a mask if required by current guidelines 

• Call or cancel online if you no longer want to attend 

• Stay home if you are at all unwell 

• Use the hand sanitiser provided when entering the library 

• Maintain social distance at events 

Please follow our Facebook page and sign up for our e-news for more information 

and updates. 

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CONTENTS 

Children, Youth & Families 

Regular Progams............................................................................................................................. 02 

Australia Reads................................................................................................................................ 05 

NaNoWriMo...................................................................................................................................... 06 

Makerspace....................................................................................................................................... 07 

YALit Festival.................................................................................................................................... 12 

Children’s Holiday Program............................................................................................................ 14 

English Language 

Regular Programs............................................................................................................................ 18 

Writing Groups & Literature 


Author Talks ..................................................................................................................................... 21 

Lifestyle & Learning 

Regular Events.................................................................................................................................. 26 

Doncaster Extended Hours Events............................................................................................... 35 

Victorian Seniors Festival............................................................................................................... 41 

Games & Hobbies 


eLearning & Technology 


Makerspace....................................................................................................................................... 54

CHILDREN, 

YOUTH & FAMILIES 

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Baby Karaoke 

0 – 1 years 

Tiny Tots 

1 – 3 years 

Join us each week to sing along together with simple 

songs and nursery rhymes. For children from birth to 18 

months old, with parents and carers. 

Does not run during school holidays – check for special 

sessions on holiday programs. 

BRANCH DATE TIME 

Box Hill Mondays 10.30 am – 11.00 am 

Bulleen Thursdays 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm 

Doncaster Tuesdays 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm 

Nunawading Tuesdays 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm 

The Pines Mondays 10.30 am – 11.00 am 

Vermont Sth Thursdays 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm 

Warrandyte Wednesdays 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm 

Simple stories, nursery songs, rhymes and a craft 

activity especially designed for babies and toddlers up 

to 3 years old. 


Blackburn Tuesdays 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm 

Box Hill Thursdays 10.30 am – 11.00 am 

Bulleen Wednesdays 10.30 am – 11.00 am 

Bulleen Wednesdays 11.30 am – 12.00 pm 

Doncaster Mondays 10.30 am – 11.00 am 

Doncaster Mondays 11.30 am – 12.00 pm 

Nunawading Mondays 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm 

Nunawading Fridays 10.30 am – 11.00 am 

Nunawading Fridays 11.30 am – 12.00 pm 

The Pines Tuesdays 10.30 am – 11.00 am 

The Pines Tuesdays 11.30 am – 12.00 pm 

Vermont Sth Tuesdays 10.30 am – 11.00 am 

Vermont Sth Tuesdays 11.30 am – 12.00 pm 

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CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILIES | WHAT’S ON 

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Preschool Storytime 

3 – 5 years 

Mandarin Storytime 

0 – 5 years 

Join us for stories, rhymes and a craft activity. Lots of 

fun and socialising in a relaxed environment, as well as 

literacy tips for parents and carers. 


Blackburn Thursdays 11.00 am – 11.45 am 

Box Hill Fridays 11.00 am – 11.45 am 

Bulleen Mondays 11.00 am – 11.45 am 

Doncaster Wednesdays 11.00 am – 11.45 am 

Nunawading Tuesdays 11.00 am – 11.45 am 

The Pines Thursdays 11.00 am – 11.45 am 

Vermont Sth Fridays 11.00 am – 11.45 am 

Warrandyte Wednesdays 11.00 am – 11.45 am 

Presenters from A Little Chinese Adventure will 

provide fun storytelling, songs and craft. They will 

also introduce children to stories from our Chinese 

collection. 

A Little Chinese Adventure 的发言人将带来精彩纷呈的 

故事介绍、歌曲演唱和手工制作 , 他们还会为孩子们介 

绍本馆中文书目中的部分故事。 


Doncaster Tue 7 Sep 10.30 am – 11.15 am 

Box Hill Tue 14 Sep 10.30 am – 11.15 am 

Doncaster Tue 5 & 19 Oct 10.30 am – 11.15 am 

Box Hill Tue 12 & 26 Oct 10.30 am – 11.15 am 

Doncaster Tue 2 & 16 Nov 10.30 am – 11.15 am 

Box Hill Tue 9 & 23 Nov 10.30 am – 11.15 am 

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CHILDREN, 


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ONLINE 

Greek Storytime 

2 – 6 years 

Join us for songs and stories with Denise, followed by a 

simple craft activity. 



Doncaster Tue 12 Oct 11.00 am – 11.45 am 

Doncaster Tue 9 Nov 11.00 am – 11.45 am 

Book Ninjas Zoom 

6 – 12 years 

ONLINE & 

IN PERSON 

Whitehorse Study Support Program 

12 – 25 years 

Do you love reading, writing and being creative? Book 

Ninjas Zoom is a casual social club for kids to talk 

about the books they love, and do lots of different, fun 

‘bookish’ activities when we meet online after school. 

A Zoom link will be emailed to participants. 


Zoom Tuesdays 4.30 pm – 5.30 pm 

Need help with your homework from qualified tutors? 

This free program provides help with maths, science 

and English, and access to Wi-Fi, computers and 

printing. This is a safe and supported study space with 

a youth worker present. For online session bookings 

(Tuesdays only), email Jac at Jacqueline.Piper@ 

whitehorse.vic.gov.au 



Box Hill Thursdays 4.00 pm – 6.00 pm 

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Registration is essential for all events www.wml.vic.gov.au or in branch

ONLINE & 

IN PERSON 

ONLINE 

Australian Reading Hour 

Bedtime Storytime 

Join us for this special storytime and wear your 

pyjamas and bring your teddy to celebrate Reading 

Hour across the nation! 


Vermont Sth Tue 14 Sep 7.00 pm – 7.45 pm 

Zoom Tue14 Sep 7.00 pm – 7.45 pm 

Victoria Reads 

Public Libraries Victoria presents Victoria Reads; 

a magical evening with a stellar line-up of famous 

Victorian faces as they share their favourite 

memories of reading and the books they love the 

most. Save the date! Bookings will open in August. 


Zoom Tue 14 Sep 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm 


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CHILDREN, 


ONLINE 

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Book Ninjas Zoom 

NaNoWriMo edition 

Book Ninjas Zoom takes on NaNoWriMo! This Spring 

you still get to talk about the books you’re reading, but 

with a special focus on the books you are WRITING! For 

all kids who love reading & writing, but participation in 

NaNoWriMo is not required. 

A Zoom link will be emailed to participants. 

NaNoWriMo Launch Party 

Kick off the NaNoWriMo Young Writers Program with 

writing workshop, ‘The Craft of the Draft’, from 100 

Story Building. Join us and find out how to get involved 

in the month-long writing challenge! 


Nunawading Sat 23 Oct 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm 



ONLINE 

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NaNoWriMo 

Young Writers Program 

Virtual Classroom 

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is a 

fun, empowering approach to creative writing. The 

challenge: draft an entire novel in just one month. 

Register to join our Young Writers Program virtual 

classroom, you will be sent an invite code and 

instructions to get involved. 

NaNoWriMo Wrap Party 

Celebrate writing an entire novel in just one month! Did 

you reach your goal? Amazing! Get your certificate and 

prizes, share your successes and join in the fun after all 

the hard work! 


Nunawading Wed 1 Dec 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 


Online 1 – 30 Nov All Day 



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Flip Book Animation 

8+ years 

Learn how to animate using traditional hand drawing 

methods developed by Disney Studios and extend 

these methods into the digital area using simple iPad 

applications. 


Box Hill Fri 10 Sep 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 

Code Club: Micro:bit 

8+ years 

The BBC micro:bit is a handheld, programmable 

micro-computer that can be used for all sorts of cool 

creations, from robots to musical instruments – the 

possibilities are endless. 


Bulleen Mon 6 Sep 4.15 pm – 5.15 pm 

Box Hill Mon 13 Sep 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 

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Bulleen Mon 1 Nov 4.15 pm – 5.15 pm 

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Paper Circuit Design & Building 

8+ years 

Create your own electronic paper circuit and then use it 

to transform a card, bookmark or picture! 


The Pines Tue 14 Sep 4.15 pm – 5.15 pm 

Vermont Sth Tue 5 Oct 4.15 pm – 5.15 pm 

Nunawading Wed 24 Nov 4.15 pm – 5.15 pm 

Introduction to Mbots 

8+ years 

Introduction to robotics. Learn how robots work and 

experiment with controlling robots using the Scratch 

language. 


Bulleen Mon 4 Oct 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 

Nunawading Wed 13 Oct 4.15 pm – 5.15 pm 


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Getting Started with Laser Cutting 

8+ years 

NEW! OzoBot Challenge 

8+ years 

Design and make your own designs and then cut them 

out using a laser cutter. 


Doncaster Thu 16 Sep 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 


Apply what you have learnt in your other OzoBot 

courses. A challenge will be given that will test your 

logic and knowledge of programming OzoBot with 

colours. Can you complete the challenge!! 


Nunawading Wed 15 Sep 4.15 pm – 5.15 pm 

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OSMO Freeplay 

8+ years 

OzoBot Programming 

8+ years 

Play and learn with OSMO Games! OSMO is an 

educational games system that utilises tactile game 

pieces that interact with iPad STEM apps through 

augmented reality. 



The Pines Tue 23 Nov 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 

Doncaster Thu 25 Nov 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 

Learn to program the OzoBots using the graphical 

language of OZoBlockly. 


Doncaster Thu 14 Oct 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 

Box Hill Mon 25 Oct 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 

Nunawading Fri 29 Oct 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 




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NEW! Bloxels (8 + years) 

Build Your Own Video Game 

Super Spitfire Planes 

8+ years 

Create and play your own unique animated video game 

using the Bloxels gameboard. 



Bulleen Mon 29 Nov 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 

Create miniature historical flying planes from thin card 

paper. All pieces are glued together to create a Spitfire 

or a Sopwith biplane. 


Nunawading Fri 15 Oct 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 

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Introduction to LEGO Mindstorms 

8+ years 

LEGO Stop Motion 

8+ years 

LEGO Mindstorms is a robot inventor kit that combines 

the creativity of LEGO with the power of robotics 

technology. Bring your creations to life! 




Build a LEGO® scene and bring it to life with the magic 

of stop motion animation. Add a title page and sound 

effects to create a full movie experience. 



Nunawading Fri 17 Sep 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 


Box Hill Fri 19 Nov 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 


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Pop-Up Cards 

8+ years 

Learn to design, cut and fold paper to create stunning 

cards that fold out of the page when opened. You will 

use the laser cutter to simplify the cutting of your card. 


Box Hill Fri 8 Oct 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 

T-Shirt HTV Transfer Design 

with Cricut 

8+ years 

Design your own customised t-shirt, library bag or 

pillow case transfer using our amazing Cricut Maker. 

Please note, iron-on instructions will be provided to 

complete at home. 


Box Hill Mon 11 Oct 4.15 pm – 5.45 pm 

The Pines Tue 12 Oct 4.15 pm – 5.45 pm 

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Design & Make Stickers with Cricut 

8+ years 

Create your own designs and turn them into stickers 

using the amazing Cricut machine. 


Box Hill Mon 8 Nov 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 




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LEGO WeDo Robotics 

8+ years 

Build LEGO contraptions and program them to bring them to life with the LEGO WeDo app. 







Box Hill Mon 22 Nov 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 

Vermont Sth Tue 30 Nov 4.00 pm – 5.00 pm 


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YA LitFest 2021 celebrates YA literature, YA readers and YA writers. 

This year’s program features talks and workshops by authors Gabe 

Bergmoser,The True Colour of a Little White Lie, Lili Wilkinson, The 

Erasure Initiative, and Leanne Hall, The Gaps. Contribute to the 

YALitFest zine, Polls, Prizes, Trivia, and more. 

Sat 18 September 2021 

11.00 am – 4.00 pm 

Doncaster Library 

Age 12 + years 

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Lightup Cards 

8+ years 

Create your own amazing light-up themed paper circuit cards. 

BRANCH THEME DATE TIME 

Nunawading Roblox Wed 3 Nov 4.15 pm – 5.45 pm 

The Pines Star Wars Tue 9 Nov 4.15 pm – 5.45 pm 

Bulleen Star Wars Mon 15 Nov 4.15 pm – 5.45 pm 

Vermont Sth Minecraft Tue 16 Nov 4.15 pm – 5.45 pm 


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School 

Bookings open Monday 13 September 2021 

• Book online at www.wml.vic.gov.au (see Events tab) 

or by calling any Whitehorse Manningham branch 

between 10 am and 5 pm 

• Please cancel your booking if your child can no longer 

attend so that another child can enjoy the activity. 

• If your chosen event is booked out, join our waiting list 

so that we can contact you if places become available. 

/WhitehorseManninghamLibraries 

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Monday 20 September 

Potted Succulents 

Nunawading | 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm 

Decorate a pot, plant a succulent, and learn how to care 

for plants. 

Age: 7+ years 

Walking Mechanisms 

Box Hill | 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm 

Come and create your own basic bot! 

Age: 6+ years 

Bedtime Storytime 

Goodnight, sleep tight 

Vermont South | 7.00 pm - 7.45 pm 

Wear your pyjamas and bring your teddy for some 

stories in the Library. 

Age: All 

George Ivanoff 

Welcome to my Workspace 

Online | 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm 

Meet the author of the You Choose… and Other 

Worlds series, George Ivanoff, as he welcomes you 

into his world! Great for fans and budding authors 

alike. 

Age: 7+ years 

Teddy Bear’s Picnic 

JW Thomson Reserve Playground | 11.00 am - 11.45 am 

Bring your teddy bear or favourite soft toy for a teddy 

bear themed storytime in the park. Join us for songs, 

stories and craft. 

Age: 3 – 5 years 

Shakers & Movers 

Box Hill | 10.30 am - 11.00 am 

Join us for rhymes and songs and play for babies, 

parents and carers. 


Tuesday 21 September 


The Pines | 10.30 am - 11.00 am 




Wednesday 22 September 

Aussie Animals Stoytime 


Come along to a special Australian Animals storytime 

with Olivia from Love me like a Reptile, where she will be 

bringing some furry friends and scaly friends to help her 

tell the stories. You can ask questions about the animals 

and even get to hold them! 

Age: All 

Butterflies and Flowers 

Stained Glass Craft 

Doncaster | 11.00 am - 12.00 pm 

Welcome Spring in by making a beautiful butterfly or 

flower to brighten up your window. 

Age: 6+ years 

Family Storytime 

All Creatures Great & Small 

Blackburn | 2.00 pm - 2.45 pm 

Join us for stories and rhymes for the family. 


Movie Morning 

Trolls World Tour 

Warrandyte | 11.00 am - 12.30 pm 

Join us for a relaxed movie morning.When Queen Barb 

of the Rock tribe decides to destroy all other genres of 

music by stealing their techno strings and bringing them 

under her rule, Queen Poppy sets out to thwart her evil 

plans. BYO beanbag or pillow. Movie is rated G. 

Age: 5+ years 

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Outdoor Glider Challenge 

Junior Makerspace 

Park behind the NUN Library | 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm 

Join us in the park behind the Nunawading Library and 

create your own specially designed glider. You’ll learn 

the basics of aerodynamics and have fun watching your 

glider fly through a number of challenges in our flight 

course. 

Age: 7+ years 

Paper Bag Lanterns 

Bulleen | 11.00 am - 12.00 pm 

Create a stunning star lantern using simple materials. 

Age: 8+ years 

Science Live 

Rainbow Breadmaking 

Zoom | 11.00 am - 12.15 pm 

Join us for a LIVE edition of Makerspace, or Bakerspace, 

where we will learn the art of breadmaking….with a 

rainbow twist! 

Age: 6+ years 


Warrandyte | 2.30 pm - 3.00 pm 




Thursday 23 September 

Build a Bunyip 

The Pines | 11.00 am - 11.45 am 

What do bunyips looks like? Build a bunyip collage to 

make your own unique artwork. 

Age: 5+ years 

Dungeon Time 

Doncaster | 2.00 pm - 3.30 pm 

Imagine you’re in an adventure story with Dungeon 

Master Ben McKenzie. You’re suddenly a knight or a 

monster! This fun roleplaying workshop combines 

drawing, storytelling and game design. 


Holiday Storytime 

A whale of a time! 

Nunawading | 11.00 am - 11.30 am 

Join us for stories, songs and a take-home activity. 


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Bulleen | 2.30 pm - 3.00 pm 




Monday 27 September 

Circus Mix with Ruccis 

Bulleen | 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm 

Come and explore circus skills in this guided workshop 

by Ruccis where you will learn juggling, poi, ribbon 

twirling and more. 


Code Breakers 

The Pines | 11.00 am – 12.00 pm 

Make a Secret Agent detective kit, then break the codes 

to complete your mission. 

Age: 7+ years 






Dungeon Time 


Imagine you’re in an adventure story with Dungeon 

Master Ben McKenzie. You’re suddenly a knight or a 

monster! This fun roleplaying workshop combines 

drawing, storytelling and game design. 


Tuesday 28 September 

Fantasy Dragons 

Box Hill | 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm 

Explore model making by creating your own dragon! 

Age: 9+ years 


Blackburn | 2.30 pm - 3.30 pm 




Storytime for Tiny Tots 

Who’s Hiding? 

Vermont South | 11.00 am - 11.45 am 

Join us stories, songs and a take-home activity. 

Age: 1 – 3 years

Wednesday 29 September 

Bush Detectives 

Nature Walk 

Blackburn Lake Sanctuary | 10.00 am - 12.00 pm 

Learn to use the Seek by iNaturalist app to identify the 

plants and animals around us, then come on a nature 

hunt around Blackburn Lake Sanctuary to find as many 

species as we can. All family members attending must 

have a ticket. 

Age: 5+ years 

Movie Night 

Christopher Robin 


Join us for a movie and popcorn. BYO beanbag or 

cushions. Movie is rated G. 

Age: 5+ years 






Springtime Storytime 

Warrandyte | 11.00 am - 11.30 am 

Join us for stories, songs and a take-home activity 


Strawbees Wacky Racers 


Design and create interactive robots using Strawbees 

coding and interactive construction equipment with 

recycled and sustainable materials. We will then race 

them to see who can design the fastest machine. Prizes 

will also be awarded for the most creative designs. 

Age: 7+ years 

Thursday 30 September 

Circus Mix with Ruccis 

Box Hill | 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm 

Come and explore circus skills in this guided workshop 

by Ruccis where you will learn juggling, poi, ribbon 

twirling and more. 


Dinosaur Dioramas 

Blackburn | 11.00 am - 12.00 pm 

Make your own amazing Cretaceous period shoebox 

diorama, with T-Rex, Triceratops and Spinosaurus! 

Age: 8+ years 


Bulleen | 11.00 am - 11.45 am 

Join us for songs and stories for the family. 

Age: 3+ years 


Music Mayhem! 

The Pines | 11.00 am - 11.45 am 

Join us for stories, songs and a take-home activity. 

Age: 3+ years 

Sock Puppet Theatre 


Bring your imagination to create your very own sock 

puppet. What will you name it? What does it like? Have 

a play and bring your puppet to life in our Sock Puppet 

Theatre. 

Age: 6+ years 

Friday 1 October 

Aussie Animals Storytime 

The Pines | 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm 

Come along to a special Australian Animals storytime 

with Olivia from Love me like a Reptile, where she will 

be bringing some furry friends and scaly friends to help 

her tell the stories. You can ask questions about the 

animals and even get to hold them! 

Age: All Ages 


Silly! 

Box Hill | 11.00 am - 11.45 am 




Winnie the Pooh & Friends 

Vermont South | 11.00 am - 11.45 am 



Loom Band Bead bracelets 


Learn an easy method of making these colourful 

bracelets for yourself and your friends! 

Age: 6+ years 

Movie Night 

The Croods: A New Age 


Join us for a movie and popcorn. The prehistoric 

family the Croods are challenged by a rival family the 

Bettermans, who claim to be better and more evolved. 

BYO beanbag or cushions. Movie is rated PG. 

Age: All 

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English Conversation Circle Online 

Weekly 

Join us online in this relaxed, friendly session to 

practice your conversational English with others. Build 

your confidence and improve your English speaking 

skills with community members from other cultures. 

This program does not run during school holidays. 

English Conversation Circle 

Weekly 

Practice general English-language skills in a relaxed, 

friendly and safe environment. Meet other adults who 

are learning English as an additional language. These 

sessions are led by our friendly volunteers. People from 

all cultural backgrounds welcome. 

This program does not run during school holidays. 


Box Hill Tuesdays 6.30 pm – 7.15 pm 

Box Hill Saturdays 2.00 pm – 2.45 pm 

Doncaster Thursdays 10.15 am – 11.00 am 

Vermont Sth Fridays 2.15 pm – 3.00 pm 


Zoom Tuesdays 11.00 am – 11.45 am 

EAL Reading Group 

Weekly 

Would you like to improve your English reading skills? 

Practice your English pronunciation? Or increase your 

English vocabulary? Join us for this free 10-week 

program, where we will practise our English reading 

and speaking skills by reading a book together. The 

program is suitable for people with lower-intermediate 

English skills. We welcome native speakers as well as 

EAL learners. 

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Box Hill Fri 8 Oct 11.00 am – 12.00 pm 

Doncaster Tue 5 Oct 11.00 am – 12.00 pm 

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Vermont Sth Tue 5 Oct 1.00 pm – 2.00 pm

ENGLISH LANGUAGE | WHAT’S ON 

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Double Ninth Festival 

Chinese Poetry Salon 

October 14th is the “”Double Ninth Festival”” in the traditional Chinese festival according to Lunar calendar. In the 

autumn scenery of the homeland, you can climb mountains, appreciate the autumn flowers and respect the elderly. 

This is the theme of the Double Ninth Festival. Under the Covid-19 pandemic, the Chinese people in Australia are 

even more missing their loved ones, especially during the lockdown periods. Poetry expresses aspirations and 

recites sentiments. In this Chinese poetry night, let us enjoy the beauty of poetry and express our emotions with 

voice. Firm our faith and pray for peace! 

Australian Chinese Writers Festival and The Art of Voice Melbourne Australia will co-organize this recitation event 

with Whitehorse Manningham Libraries. 

中文诗歌朗诵之夜 — 重阳游子思乡情 

今年 10 月 14 日 , 农历九月初九 , 是中国传统节日中的 “ 重阳节 ”。在故国秋色里 , 登高望远 , 赏菊敬老 , 这是重阳节 

所包含的主题。疫情之下 , 远离家乡的海外游子更是牵挂着家乡的亲人。诗言志 , 诵寄情 , 在这中文诗歌之夜 , 让我 

们走进诗的天地里 , 用声音传递情感。坚定信念 , 祈祷平安 ! 

澳大利亚华人作家节、墨尔本朗诵艺术联盟 (The Art of Voice Melbourne Australia) 将与 Whitehorse 

Manningham Libraries 


Doncaster Fri 15 Oct 6.30 pm – 8.00 pm 

Zoom Fri 15 Oct 6.30 pm – 8.00 pm 


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Book Group 

Monthly 

If you enjoy looking at a book in detail, join our 

Blackburn Book Group on the first Wednesday of the 

month for some interesting and in-depth discussions. 


Blackburn 1st Wednesday 1.30 pm – 3.00 pm 

Book Chat 

Monthly 

Are you an enthusiastic reader of fiction or non-fiction 

books? Are you one who loves to talk about what you’ve 

read to like-minded people? Then we’d love you to join 

our Book Chat. The discussion will led by a librarian 

from the branch, but you can come prepared to talk 

about a good book you have read lately and would like 

to recommend to others. 


Blackburn 1st Friday 10.00 – 11.30 am 

Box Hill 3rd Tuesday 10.15 – 11.30 am 

Bulleen 2nd Tuesday 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

Doncaster 1st Wednesday 6.30 pm – 8.00 pm 

Nunawading 2nd Thursday 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm 

The Pines 1st Friday 10.15 am – 11.15 am 

Vermont Sth 2nd Thursday 10.30 am – 11.30 am 

Warrandyte 2nd Friday 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm 


WRITING & LITERATURE | WHAT’S ON 

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Tony Birch 

Dark As Last Night, Whisper Songs 

Twice Miles Franklin–shortlisted author Tony Birch emerged from lockdown having penned two new books that 

showcase his versatility in both poetry and prose. Whisper Songs is a collection of poems that reveals Birch at 

his lyrical and intimate best, addressing the legacies of colonial history and the relationship between Country and 

memory. Dark as Last Night extends his repute as a master of the short story, capturing the power of human 

connection at pivotal moments in our lives. Join Birch as he discusses his celebrated collections. With Jack 

Latimore. 


Doncaster Sat 11 Sep 10.30 am – 11.30 am 


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WRITING 

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ONLINE 

Sandra Hogan: With My Little Eye 

in conversation with Claire Halliday 

Join us for this in conversation event as author Sandra Hogan discusses 

her very funny true story of three children recruited by their parents to work 

for ASIO in the 1950s. Growing up in the 1950s, the three Doherty children 

were trained by their parents to memorise car number plates, to spot 

unusual behaviour on the street and, most important of all, to avoid drawing 

attention to themselves. The children became unwitting foot soldiers in 

Australia’s battle against Soviet infiltration in the Cold War. 

They attended political rallies, stood watch on houses owned by communist 

sympathisers, and insinuated themselves into the UFO Society. In 1956 the 

Doherty family went on a beach holiday with Vladimir and Evdokia Petrov, 

the famous Soviet defectors, who were hiding from Soviet assassins. 

Dudley and Joan Doherty swore their children to secrecy, and for decades, 

they didn’t even discuss among themselves the work they did for ASIO. ‘With 

My Little Eye’ is a poignant and very funny account of a peculiar childhood 

in 1950s suburban Australia. Zoom invitation will be emailed to registered 

participants prior to session. 


Zoom Wed 6 Oct 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm 

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Story Circle 

Story circle is a friendly chat group designed to help you 

reminisce and share good memories. This session is 

great for seniors who want to keep their brains active 

and meet other like-minded people. Stories, poems, 

humour and pictures are presented for discussion. 

Story circle activates the imagination and improves 

feelings of connection to others. Join us for a fun 

session based around the theme Gardening. The 

session is run by a librarian. 


Nunawading Thu 7 Oct 10.00 am – 11.00 am 

Friends of the Library Book Sale 

The Whitehorse Manningham Libraries Friends of the 

Library group pre-loved book sale is on again! Who 

doesn’t love a book sale? Grab some great bargain 

books and help support the fabulous work of our 

“Friends of the Library”. All proceeds support library 

special programs and services. 

Willis Room, Nunawading Civic Centre, 379-397 

Whitehorse Rd Nunawading 


Off Site Sat 9 Oct 10:00 am – 1:00 pm 


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ONLINE 

The Magical World of Multicultural 

Picture Books 

Multicultural books are important because they can 

provide windows into other cultures and introduce 

readers to new ideas. They can also help readers from 

under-represented groups see themselves reflected in 

literature. This talk will highlight a range of multicultural 

picture books that celebrate cultural diversity, focusing 

on the relationship between word and image and how 

the verbal and the visual elements work together to 

produce a dynamic story. 


Nunawading Wed 10 Nov 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm 

Rooted: An Australian History of 

Bad Language 

with Associate Professor Amanda 

Laugesen 

Bad language has been used in all sort of ways in our 

history: to defy authority, as a form of liberation and 

subversion, and as a source of humour and creativity. 

It has also been used to oppress and punish, notably 

Indigenous Australians and women. Revealing the 

fundamental tensions, conflicts, preoccupations and 

anxieties that have shaped our past and continue 

to shape our present, the story of bad language 

is a story about what it means to be Australian. 

Associate Professor Amanda Laugesen is a historian 

and lexicographer. She is director of the Australian 

National Dictionary Centre, ANU, and chief editor of the 

Australian National Dictionary. Zoom invitation will be 

emailed to registered participants prior to session. 


Zoom Tue 23 Nov 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm 



ONLINE 

Alice Pung: One Hundred Days 

In a heady whirlwind of independence, lust and defiance, sixteen-year-old 

Karuna falls pregnant. Not on purpose, but not entirely by accident, either. 

Karuna’s over-protective mother reacts badly – and confines her to their 

fourteenth-storey housing-commission flat, to keep her safe from the 

outside world – and make sure she can’t get into any more trouble. One 

Hundred Days is a fractured fairytale that explores the fault lines between 

love and control. 

ALICE PUNG is an award-winning writer based in Melbourne. She is the 

bestselling author of the memoirs Unpolished Gem and Her Father’s 

Daughter, and the essay collection Close to Home, as well as the editor 

of the anthologies Growing Up Asian in Australia and My First Lesson. 

Join us to hear Alice discuss her writing career and this latest novel, One 

Hundred Days – a story brimming with claustrophobic tension, warmth and 

humour – in this online event. Zoom invitation will be emailed to registered 

participants prior to session. 


Zoom Wed 24 Nov 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm 


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Middle Eastern Za’atar and Zest 

Retirement Village Options 

Dips are a versatile and easy addition to any meal, at 

any time of year. Join Chef Natalie from ‘Za’atar and 

Zest’ in exploring the wonders of Labneh, Hummus, 

Za’atar, and other delicious Middle Eastern cuisine 

options, which you can make from scratch at home! 


Vermont Sth Mon 6 Sep 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

For those considering entering a retirement village 

Consumer Affairs Victoria offers a presentation to 

help understand rights and responsibilities under the 

Retirement Villages Act. 


Blackburn Mon 6 Sep 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm 

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Dementia Australia 

Join Dementia Australia to learn more about dementia, 

its prevalence and common types. Find out about the 

services available to help support carers and loved 

ones. 


Bulleen Wed 8 Sep 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

Movie night 

Lucky Grandma 

Come along and enjoy a movie night at the The Pines 

Library! Lucky Grandma stars Tsai Chin as a gambling 

Grandma trying her luck in New York City in this 

entertaining dark comedy. In Chinese with English 

subtitles. Rated M for Mature Audiences. Not suitable 

for children under 15. 


The Pines Thu 9 Sep 6.15 pm – 7.45 pm 


LIVING & LIFESTYLE | WHAT’S ON 

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Osteoarthritis 

Join us to hear physiotherapist, David Thompson, 

discuss the latest practical information and treatment 

methods for Osteoarthritis. David will cover important 

questions, such as: 

• what is Osteoarthritis? , 

• why is this happening to me? 

• and why is physiotherapy an important treatment 

component? 


Warrandyte Thu 9 Sep 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

Attracting Wildlife to Your Garden 

and Keeping it There! 

Increasing development of house blocks is leaving 

less and less habitat for our wildlife. However there’s 

more to wildlife gardening than just planting the right 

plants to attract them; how you maintain your garden 

is equally important. Diana Cotter is a horticulaturalist 

who has been developing and designing sustainable 

gardens for many years. Come along to The Pines 

Library as she shares practical advice and tips that will 

open your eyes to what is possible! 


The Pines Tue 14 Sep 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

Zoom Tue 14 Sep 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 


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& LEARNING 

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Researching your Chinese Ancestry 

with Dr Sophie Couchman 

Dr Sophie Couchman, member of Chinese Australian Family Historians of Victoria and former curator at the Chinese 

Museum, will guide you on how to research your Chinese ancestry in Australia. Discover the most relevant resources, 

and learn what they can tell you about the history of your ancestors. 



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Designing Gardens 

of Sanctuary and Healing 

Nature is a sanctuary where we find the environment 

we love, yet our home garden often isn’t as powerful. 

Join award winning garden designer Betsy-Sue Clarke 

from Dirtscape Dreaming for a sumptuous and inspiring 

journey and learn how to bring harmony within your 

own garden sanctuary. 



Storigami 

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Come join us on a fun folding adventure – from a flat 

piece of paper to a magical origami! Relaxing and 

suitable for everyone, paper will be provided. 


Things to Tell Your Children About 

Money 

with Sue Gunningham 

Sue has developed and delivered financial literacy 

sessions for over 15 years and believes children learn 

about money from their parents more than from their 

teachers. This session goes beyond pocket money 

discussions to describe a range of activities and 

conversations parents can use to develop their child’s 

understanding of money. 



Zoom Tue 12 Oct 6.30 pm – 7.30 pm 

Box Hill Sat 9 Oct 11.00 am – 12.00 pm 

Doncaster Sat 9 Oct 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 


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Halloween Origami 

Come join us on a fun Halloween themed folding 

adventure – from a flat paper to a magical origami! 

Relaxing and suitable for everyone, paper will be 

provided. 


Nunawading Sat 16 Oct 11.00 am – 12.00 pm 

Right to Protest 

USER 

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What are your rights? How does protesting work? What 

is and is not allowed? 

Hear from lawyer Jennifer Keene-McCann and 

Melbourne Activist Legal Support about Victoria’s legal 

framework around advocating for change. 

Stop Playing Around and Start 

Playing Seriously 

Play is not just fun and games. Our deep drive to play 

has shaped our cultures and our philosophies, our 

working lives, and our civilizations since we first started 

playing. No part of human history is untouched by the 

way we play. In this session, Daniel Teitelbaum will 

convince you that our drive to play is at the heart of 

how we make meaning, is essential to our self-expression, 

can be a guide to our values, and creates our 

communities. 


Warrandyte Thu 21 Oct 7.30 pm – 8.30 pm 


Box Hill Wed 20 Oct 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm 



ONLINE 

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IN PERSON 

Yoga for Beginners 

Online 

Join Yogi Mickey for an hour’s session of Hatha yoga 

from the comfort of your loungeroom, accessible to all 

levels and abilities. A delightful yoga session designed 

to stretch, strengthen and release tension in the body 

and mind, enlivening us physically and relaxing us 

mentally and emotionally. Beginners welcome. Zoom 

invite will be emailed to registered participants prior to 

event. 


Zoom Mon 25 Oct 11.00 am – 12.00 pm 

Zoom Tue 23 Nov 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

Attracting Frogs to Your Garden 

Partnership event with Whitehorse 

Council 

Frogs are an important part of the eco-system and 

with a few simple additions to your garden, you too can 

attract them to your garden 

This webinar / workshop will introduce you to the 

wonderful world of frogs, the local varieties and the 

changes to the environment that are threatening them 

Learn about what frogs need and how to add these 

elements to your garden to invite them in. 





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LIFESTYLE 

& LEARNING 

ONLINE 

USER 

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Listening with Vulnerability 

We all have important questions in our lives that we are 

currently facing, or avoiding. Yet these can often seem 

hard to answer because our day to day lives are busy, 

leaving us without the time needed to resolve them. 

In this workshop, we will take the time away from the 

noise and practice getting to the truth of the real-life 

challenges with a conversational tool called Dialectic. 


Storigami 

in Mandarin 

听故事 , 学折纸 

一边学折纸 , 一边听故事。来听企鹅先生和其他动物的 

冒险故事 ! 

Come listen to the story of Mr Penguin and other 

animals while learning how to fold origami models. The 

story will help you remember the folding steps! 



Box Hill Sat 6 Nov 1.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

Managing Food Waste at Home 

USER 

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Did you know that each year, Australia wastes around 

7.3 million tonnes of food? That’s around 300kg of food 

per person! Luckily, Ella from Chooktopia is here with us 

to share some tips around managing your household 

food wastage – from the avoidable (using leftovers, 

correct storage, etc.) to the unavoidable (composting, 

and our council’s new green bin service). Come along, 

and learn how to save the Earth, one meal at a time. 


Vermont Sth Tue 9 Nov 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 



ONLINE & 

IN PERSON 

ONLINE 

The Power of Habit 

We make up to 35,000 decisions every day! Imagine if 

you had to consciously think through every one of these 

decisions? Habits allow you to perform certain actions 

and behaviours automatically which helps reduce the 

workload for the brain. Learn how you can use the 

science of habit change to make the healthy choices 

automatic. Learn how to form new habits, how to break 

old habits and how you can use these skills to make 

sustainable changes to your health and well being. 



Zoom Thu 11 Nov 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm 

Bookmarks for World Kindness 

Day! 

USER 

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Chinese Knot-Tying 

in Mandarin 

中国结制作 

语言 : 普通话 

Chinese Knots derive from the Tang and Song Dynasty 

(618-1279). They have symbolic meaning and are 

used as decoration, gifts for special occasions, 

and adornments on clothes. In this workshop, the 

teacher will guide participants to create a knot using 

a traditional weaving technique. Materials will be 

posted to participants, please ensure your address is 

correct upon registration. This session will be presented 

in Mandarin. Zoom invitation will be emailed to 

registered participants prior to session. 

中国结起源于唐宋时期 ( 公元 618-1279 年 ), 具有独特 

的象征意义 , 常常被用作装饰、特殊场合的馈赠以及衣 

着饰品。在本次活动中 , 老师将带领参与者用传统编织 

技法制作中国结。所需材料将邮寄给参与者 , 注册时请 

确保地址填写正确。本活动将以普通话进行。Zoom 邀请 

将在活动前以电邮形式发出。 


Zoom Wed 17 Nov 11.00 am – 12.00 pm 

Join us at Doncaster Library on World Kindness Day 

as we create fun and inspiring bookmarks. Create a 

bookmark and pay it forward – either give it to a friend 

or leave it in a library book as a surprise act of kindness! 

All materials provided. 


Doncaster Sat 13 Nov 11.00 am – 12.00 pm 


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HERITAGE WEEK 

ONLINE & 

IN PERSON 

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For a Dress Like That, You Gotta 

Start Laying Plans at Thirteen: 

A Look at Women’s Fashion of the 

1950s. 

When Christian Dior released his ‘Corolle’ (New Look) 

line to a glamour-starved public after World War 2, it 

signalled a sartorial retreat from the comfortable and 

elegant modernity women enjoyed before the war, 

with a return to an elaborate Edwardian artifice of 

womanhood, complete with full skirts, crinolines, frills 

and corsetry. Dior’s women were beautiful pastelcoloured 

flowers and after years of ‘make do and 

mend’ and rationing, we welcomed it with open arms. 

Join author and fashion historian, Nicole Jenkins for a 

slideshow presentation on womenswear in the decade 

when sophistication, femininity and grown-up glamour 

reigned and the Melbourne textile manufacturing 

industry thrived as never before. 

Writing Life Stories Workshop 

with Sue Gunningham 

Writing a life story is about preserving memories. Each 

life is unique and filled with experiences that shape us. 

Writing life stories is a way of telling loved ones and 

future generations what it’s like to be you, the lessons 

you’ve learned and the knowledge you’ve gained. 

This friendly, informative session by author Sue 

Gunningham, is ideal for anyone wanting to begin 

writing their life stories. There will be some readings, 

discussion and writing tasks to excite you to begin the 

journey. 


Vermont Sth Thu 16 Sep 10.00 am – 12.00 pm 



Zoom Wed 15 Sep 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 


Extended 

OPENING HOURS 

AT DONCASTER LIBRARY 

To meet our customers needs, Doncaster Library is trialing an 

extension of opening hours from August – December 2021. 

New Hours: 

Monday - Friday: 9 am – 9 pm 

Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm 

Sunday: 1 pm – 5 pm 

Give us your feedback at 

www.wml.vic.gov.au

DONCASTER 

EXTENDED HOURS EVENTS 

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NIA Movement Class 

NIA blends dance arts, martial arts and healing 

arts. NIA is a fun and holistic movement class that 

conditions the whole body. Join Angela, a Movement 

Educator with a passion for teaching dance and 

movement, to experience this session for all ages and 

abilities. 



Climate-proof Your Garden 

This relaxed and fun workshop run by sustainability 

expert Ella from Chooktopia will cover: How to manage 

the impacts for a productive garden that also provides a 

refuge for humans and animals through microclimates, 

how to balance food production with habitat protection, 

and much more! 


Doncaster Tue 7 Sep 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm 

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Mindfulness Meditation 

Creative Art Journalling 

Learn the essentials of mindfulness and how you 

can easily bring mindfulness to a busy day. Yoga and 

meditation teacher Suze Male of 42 Yoga will guide you 

through a mindfulness meditation designed to relieve 

anxiety and create inner calm. 



This 90 minute workshop aims to create a space 

for you to reconnect with yourself, practice being 

mindful by getting lost in all the different colours 

and textures and most importantly to just enjoy 

yourself for the duration of the workshop. Creative art 

journalling or visual journalling can be a powerful tool 

in self discovery. Journalling requires no previous art 

experience as its value is in the process of opening a 

creative mind rather than creating good art. Join Jacqui 

from Jacqui Lewis Art Therapy to learn this art of self 

expression. 


Doncaster Tue 21 Sep 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm 


DONCASTER EXTENDED HOURS | WHAT’S ON 

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Tai Chi workshop 

Beginner Afro-Brazilian Dance 

Come and experience how Tai Chi can benefit your 

body and mind with Celestial Tai Chi. Tai Chi slows 

down the pace of your mind, refreshes your body and 

allows a state of tranquil relaxation to take over you. 



Afro-Brazilian dance is fun, dynamic, expressive and 

unique! Warm up on a Tuesday night with dancer and 

teacher, Fabiana Grimaldi, as she guides you through 

the basics of contemporary and traditional Afro- 

Brazilian dance. Fabiana is a Melbourne based dancer 

and teacher, originally from Brazil and specializes in 

Brazil’s folkloric and cultural dance traditions. 


Doncaster Tue 5 Oct 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm 

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Gut Health Workshop 

Ageless Grace 

Most of us have heard about gut health and maybe 

know the basics... but what’s all the fuss about? Gut 

health is not just about digestion; how happy our belly 

is effects everything from our mood, brain function, 

sleep, weight, allergies and immune system. Making 

sure we have a thriving gut is critical for everyone. This 

workshop with Nutritionist Lindy from The Nutrition 

Guru offers practical dietary and lifestyle tips to nourish 

and support your gut microbiome, supporting good 

health, wellbeing and productivity. 



Join us for a demonstration of Ageless Grace® 

timeless fitness for the body and the brain with Angela, 

Movement Educator. As a health and wellness program 

for all ages and abilities including senior members 

of our community, Ageless Grace® is designed to be 

practiced seated in a chair. Designed to activate brain 

functionality and improve physical strength, Ageless 

Grace® nurtures the mind-body connection through 

creative, playful and imaginative movements. 



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DONCASTER 

EXTENDED HOURS EVENTS 

USER 

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Keeping Backyard Chooks 

Chooks not only make great pets, but are great composters too, and give us delicious eggs as a bonus! Come along 

to this workshop by Chooktopia and learn how to create a healthy, happy chooktopia of your own. Ella will cover: 

chook health, nutrition, housing, protection from predators and pests, as well as the sustainability and circular 

economy benefits of keeping these delightful animals. Ella will also talk about Council and local law considerations 

and guidelines to help you plan out a productive chook yard. 




DONCASTER EXTENDED HOURS | WHAT’S ON 

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Yoga for Beginners 

Find inner calm and reduce stress and anxiety at this 

gentle yoga class in the library. Yoga teacher Suze Male 

of 42 Yoga will lead an accessible class suitable for 

both beginners and those who have done some yoga 

and will provide modifications for any physical needs. 

B.Y.O. mat if you have one. 



USER 

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Beginner’s Guide to 

Indoor Gardening 

Keep your indoor plants thriving with this Beginner’s 

Guide to Indoor Gardening. In this one-hour workshop 

with Jason Chongue from The Plant Society, you will 

learn a range of basic indoor gardening skills including 

watering, the right light, repotting and maintaining your 

plants. 


Doncaster Tue 9 Nov 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm 

USER 

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QiGong for Beginners 

Join us for an introduction to Qigong and how this 

ancient practice supports health and vitality. Qigong 

uses a combination of slow, considered movements 

and engagement with the breath to promote energy 

flow and focus. This session is suitable for all ages and 

fitness levels and will be conducted in by experienced Qi 

Gong instructor Angela. 



San Choy Bao & Mango 

Sago Pudding 

Come and join Helen & Hay’s cooking demonstration 

and learn how to how to bring authentic Asian flavours 

into your home with two classic Asian dishes. Start with 

San Choy Bao starters, (Chinese Lettuce Wraps). These 

healthy and flavoursome bites are sweet and savoury. 

Next try a popular Yum Cha dessert Mango Sago 

Pudding. With mangoes in abundance this season, 

enjoy the goodness of this nutritious fruit with the 

cooling effects of sago pearls. 



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Ask library staff for more 

information or contact us: 

HomeLibrary@wml.vic.gov.au 

9872 8658 

Home Library 

Service 

HAVING TROUBLE GETTING TO THE LIBRARY? 

We can come to you! 

This is a free service for residents of Whitehorse and Manningham who 

are housebound or have difficulty getting to the library. Difficulty getting 

to the library might be related to chronic illness, disability, being a carer, 

ageing or Covid restrictions. 

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VICTORIAN 

SENIORS FESTIVAL 

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USER 

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Happy Go Appy 

Got a smartphone and want to learn how certain apps 

can make life easier? Join us to learn about various 

useful apps and how to use them to enhance your life. 


Nunawading Mon 4 Oct 10.30 am – 11.30 am 

Introduction to the Internet 

The internet is useful in many ways. You can shop, 

research and connect with people. This is a beginners 

class for those new to using the internet, getting you 

started in searching the World Wide Web. 


Doncaster Tue 5 Oct 10.30 am – 11.30 am 

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ONLINE & 

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Introduction to Ancestry 

Want to research your family’s history? Join us to find 

out how to use Ancestry in this beginners’ session. 

Pre-requisites: Library card no & Pin, must be able to 

use a computer mouse and have basic understanding 

of the Internet. 


Bulleen Tue 5 Oct 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

Antiques Roadshow 

Abbey’s Antiques 

Abbey’s Antiques is on-site and ready to assess your 

treasures! Bring your heirlooms or unusual artifacts 

along for a professional antique assessment, and ask 

questions to do with antique care. 


Vermont Sth Wed 6 Oct 10.30 am – 12.00 pm 

Zoom Wed 6 Oct 10.30 am – 12.00 pm 


VICTORIAN SENIORS FESTIVAL | WHAT’S ON 

USER 

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USER 

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Digitising Your Photos 

Tea & Other Musings 

Learn to preserve and archive your treasured family 

photos by converting them into a digital file format. 

We’ll also show you how to restore old photos by 

scanning and repairing damage to ensure your precious 

memories last forever! 


Vermont Sth Wed 6 Oct 10.00 am – 11.30 am 

Join us for an adult storytelling session with musings 

on tea and teapots. Hear stories from across the 

globe. Receive a tea voucher & enjoy a cuppa & chat 

afterwards. 



USER 

IN PERSON 

USER 

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Organising your Digital Photos 

Is your digital photo library a jungle? Find out how to 

tame it! Learn how to back up your photos, and how 

to organise them into logical folders that will make 

specific photos easy to find. 



Financial Planning 

and Superannuation 

Join our expert presenter from Services Australia 

to learn about retirement income streams and 

superannuation rules. 


Warrandyte Thu14 Oct 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 


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Zumba for Seniors 

Come and join in this Zumba dance fitness class 

designed especially for seniors. Enjoy moving to the 

music and invigorate your senses while improving your 

cardio fitness! Wear comfortable clothes and runners 

are recommended. Bring a water bottle and towel. Our 

instructor, Paulina is experienced in engaging older 

people get moving, find positivity and feel empowered 

about themselves. All abilities welcome. MC2, Level 2 

Introduction to Internet Calls and 

Chats 

Discover how you can chat with your family and friends 

around the globe for free. Bring your own device for 

hands on practice. 


The Pines Fri 15 Oct 10.30 am – 11.30 am 


Doncaster Thu 14 Oct 10.30 am – 11.30 am 

USER 

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USER 

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Consumer Affairs – Scams 

Join Consumer Affairs Victoria as they work to protect 

older Victorians against online scams. Topics include: 

Identifying Scams, Financial Cost of Scams, Different 

Types of Scams, Identity Theft, Telemarketing, Fake 

Tradies, How to Protect Yourself, and the Role of 

Consumer Affairs Victoria. 


Bulleen Wed 20 Oct 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

Morning Movie Matinee-Book Club 

Come along and enjoy a mid-morning movie matinee in 

the library! We’ll be showing the Book Club. Four lifelong 

friends have their lives forever changed after reading 

50 Shades of Grey in their monthly book club. Starring 

Candace Bergen, Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Mary 

Steenburgen. 


Nunawading Wed 20 Oct 10.00 am – 12.00 pm 



USER 

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USER 

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Introduction to MyHealthRecord for 

Seniors 

MyHealthRecord is a digital, secure online summary 

of your medical information that can make it easier for 

you and your loved ones to track your medical history. 

This introductory session will give you a basic overview 

of how MyHealthRecord works, and how to get started. 


Box Hill Wed 20 Oct 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

Third Age Decluttering 

Prepare for your most thorough Spring clean yet by 

joining decluttering expert Mary Harnan for a practical, 

inspirational workshop on how to tackle the ‘stuff’ 

taking up space in your home. This workshop is 

particularly suited for seniors and people who help 

support older family members. 


Vermont Sth Thu 21 Oct 10.30 am – 12.00 pm 

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The Art of Paper Flowers 

Create realistic flowers from coloured paper and a few 

lengths of fine wire. All materials are supplied, just bring 

some imagination and some patience. 



Story Circle 

Story circle is a friendly chat group designed to 

help you reminisce and share good memories. This 

session is great for seniors who want to keep their 

brains active and meet other like-minded people. 

Stories, poems, humour and pictures are presented 

for discussion. Story circle activates the imagination 

and improves feelings of connection to others. Join us 

for a fun session based around the theme music and 

entertainment. 


Doncaster Fri 22 Oct 10.30 am – 11.30 am 


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ONLINE 

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Digital Recipe Rescue 

Love cooking? Have a mountain of recipes that need 

sorting? Join us to learn how to digitally organise and 

store your favourite recipes, and where to discover new 

favourites on-line. 


Zoom Fri 22 Oct 10.30 am – 11.30 am 

Introduction to Email 

Emails are used every day. Join this class to learn 

how to write and send emails, add attachments and 

organise your inbox. 

Prerequisite: Library card and pin number. 


Bulleen Fri 22 Oct 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

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Quilling 

Quilling or paper filigree is an art form that involves the 

use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped and glued 

together to create decorative designs. Learn the basics 

and start creating. 


Box Hill Fri 22 Oct 1.00 pm – 2.30 pm 


Grow More, Work Less 

Alison Sizer from Urban Harvest will share her wealth of 

knowledge about soil health, seeds, seedlings, growing 

fewer weeds and succession planting in this gardening 

event. 


Blackburn 25 Oct 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm 

Zoom 25 Oct 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm 



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Olympia Panagiotopoulos: 

Beneath the Fig Leaves 

Olympia Panagiotopoulos Beneath the Fig Leaves: 

A memoir of food, family and Greece. In 1955, in a 

village in Greece that was marred by war and poverty, 

Giannoula and Fotios Panagiotopoulos dreamed of 

providing a better future for their children. Australia, it 

was rumoured, was a land of opportunity where hard 

work brought reward. Leaving behind family and friends, 

they set off to make a new home on the other side of 

the world. Half a lifetime later, under the shade of a fig 

tree and in the dappled Melbourne sunlight, Giannoula 

regales her youngest daughter, Olympia, with stories 

of her homeland and journey. An evocative exploration 

of the ties that bind, Beneath the Fig Leaves weaves 

an irresistible tapestry of family, food and history to 

stir the heart and senses. Born in Melbourne to Greek 

parents, Olympia Panagiotopoulos comes from a long 

line of storytellers who inspired in her a love of folklore, 

myths and legends. Themes of identity and belonging 

are central to her writing and she is a strong advocate 

for celebrating bold female characters – in story and in 

everyday life. 

Selling on Facebook Marketplace 

Facebook Marketplace is the perfect option for selling 

some Spring Cleaning clear-outs! In this session, we 

will learn how to take and upload photos, list items 

correctly, communicate with interested buyers, and give 

your pre-loved goods the best chance at a new home. 

Knowledge of Facebook app is recommended. 


Vermont Sth Fri 29 Oct 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 


Doncaster Thu 28 Oct 10.30 am – 11.30 am 

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Warrandyte Knitters 

Weekly 

Craft Together 

Weekly 

Join us for a weekly catch up and share ideas. Knitters 

of all abilities welcome – BYO knitting 


Warrandyte Saturdays 11.00 am – 12.00 pm 

Come along and spend some time doing your favourite 

craft activity and socialise with others. BYO material. All 

welcome. 


Doncaster Thursdays 10.30 am – 11.30 am 

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CALD Craft Circle 

Monthly 

Bulleen Knitters 

Weekly 

Come along and spend some time doing your favourite 

craft activity and socialise with others from different 

cultural backgrounds. BYO material. All welcome. 


The Pines 2nd Friday 11.00 am – 12.00 pm 

Come along and spend some time knitting and sharing 

ideas. Knitters of all abilities welcome – BYO knitting. 


Bulleen Fridays 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 


GAMES & HOBBIES | WHAT’S ON 

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Dungeons and Dragons 

Fortnightly 

Join us twice per month for drop-in Dungeons and Dragons adventure sessions with our volunteer & find out what 

this legendary fantasy role-playing game is all about. 

Sessions start on 08 September and run every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month until 22nd December 


Box Hill Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday 4.00 pm – 7.00 pm 


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PC Basics 

This class for beginners will teach you the basics of 

using a computer. This includes how to use the mouse 

and keyboard, using Windows and saving a document. 

No experience necessary. 

Prerequisite: Library card & pin number 


Bulleen Fri 3 Sep 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

Nunawading Thu 18 Nov 10.00 am – 11.00 am 

Manage Your Password 

Manage Your Passwords: Do you reuse the same 

password for different online accounts because it’s 

too hard to remember them all? Do you write your 

passwords down and carry them around with you? Find 

out how you can create strong passwords for all your 

accounts – and not have to remember every single one! 


Nunawading Mon 13 Sep 10.30 am – 11.30 am 


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ONLINE 

Introduction to YouTube 

YouTube is an audio-visual platform where people 

can upload, watch and share videos. Learn about how 

YouTube can help you build a skill, find a community, or 

keep you entertained at home or on the go. Bring along 

your smartphone or tablet to learn how to download the 

app, set up an account, and use all the features of this 

popular platform. 

Introduction to Google Drive 

Join us for an introduction and demo of cloud services 

offered by Google. 


Zoom Wed 15 Sep 10.30 am – 11.30 am 


Box Hill Wed 15 Sep 2.00 pm – 3.30 pm 


ELEARNING & TECHNOLOGY | WHAT’S ON 

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Introduction to the Internet 

The internet is useful in many ways. You can shop, 

research and connect with people. This is a beginners 

class for those new to using the internet, getting you 

started in searching the World Wide Web. 


Bulleen Fri 17 Sep 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

eMagazines and eNewspapers 

Our online Library offers magazines, books, 

documentaries, courses and more. In this class, learn 

how to access our eMagazines and eNewspapers on 

your device. Prerequisites: Your own tablet, laptop or 

smart phone, library card and PIN 


Nunawading Thu 23 Sep 10.00 am – 11.00 am 

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Introduction to Podcasts 

A podcast is an episodic series of audio content and 

can include real or fictional content. Come along to this 

information session to learn what a podcast is and the 

incredible variety of material available in podcast form. 

Bring along your smartphone or tablet to learn how to 

download an app to get listening. 


Box Hill Tue 12 Oct 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

Basic Facebook 

Bring your own device to set up your own Facebook 

account. Learn about privacy settings, finding friends, 

joining groups, posting messages and more. 

Pre-requisites: Library card & pin number, email 

address, bring your own device. 


Bulleen Tue 19 Oct 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 


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ONLINE 

iPad for Beginners 

Discover Online Shopping 

Let’s get to know your iPad! Physical buttons and 

features, accessibility functions, moving apps, 

de-cluttering, tips and tricks and much more in this 

beginners session. Prerequisites: Your own iPhone, 

Apple ID, library card and PIN 


Nunawading Thu 21 Oct 10.00 am – 11.30 am 

Looking for a retail fix? Want the convenience of 

shopping from home while expanding your shopping 

horizons? Come and join us to discover the world of 

online shopping and how to shop safely at online stores 

and marketplaces. 


Zoom Wed 10 Nov 10.30 am – 11.30 am 

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Pinterest 

Read Between the Headlines 

Bring your own device & learn how to use Pinterest to 

connect with people with similar hobbies & interests. 

Learn to navigate the website, do basic searches and 

to set up boards. An excellent site for finding ideas and 

patterns and for showcasing your work. 

Pre-requisites: Library card & pin number, email 

address, your own device. 


Bulleen Fri 12 Nov 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

Are you a reflexive re-tweeter? A spontaneous sharer? 

As regular social media users, we are all guilty of 

occasionally sharing content before evaluating its 

accuracy. Join us for an interactive workshop on how 

to spot a fake or a scam online, and how to gauge the 

accuracy of the information we read online before we 

share it. 


Nunawading Mon 15 Nov 10.30 am – 11.30 am 


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Introduction to Goodreads 

How to Use the Library Catalogue 

Goodreads is a website that allows you to search for, 

review and create lists of books as well as connect with 

your friends. Come along to this introductory session 

with your tablet or smartphone to learn how to join, link 

your Library account to your Goodreads profile, and 

explore the features of the website and app. 


Learn how to use the library catalogue to search items 

of interest to you. Learn how to place reservations, 

renew items, advanced searching and more. 

Pre-requisites: Bring your library card & pin number. 



Box Hill Wed 17 Nov 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

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Advanced Facebook 

Introduction to Email 

Bring your own device to learn more advanced ways 

of using Facebook to connect with family and friends. 

A relaxed class aimed at exploring new Facebook 

features & functions. 

Pre-requisites: Your own Facebook account, library card 

& pin number, bring your own device. 


Emails are used every day. Join this class to learn 

how to write and send emails, add attachments and 

organise your inbox. 

Prerequisite: Library card and pin number. 


Doncaster Thu 25 Nov 10.30 am – 11.30 am 

Bulleen Tue 23 Nov 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm 


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Crafty Apps 

Pop-Up Cards 

Are you looking for fresh ideas, inspiration or just a 

new pattern? Come and explore the different Apps 

accessible via Apple and Google store on you iPad or 

Tablet. 

Pre-requisites: Library card & pin number. Apple/Google 

ID. 


Learn to design, cut and fold paper to create stunning 

cards that fold out of the page when opened. You will 

use the laser cutter to simplify the cutting of your card 


The Pines Fri 12 Nov 1.00 pm – 2.30 pm 

Nunawading Fri 26 Nov 1.00 pm – 2.30 pm 


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Totally Wired Jewellery 

The Art of Paper Flowers 

Learn the art of making jewellery from just a length of 

wire and a few beads to add colour and style to your 

design. All materials will be supplied, just bring along 

your creativity! 



Box Hill Fri 5 Nov 1.00 pm – 2.30 pm 

Create realistic flowers from coloured paper and a few 

lengths of fine wire. All materials are supplied, just bring 

some imagination and some patience. 


The Pines Fri 3 Sep 1.00 pm – 2.30 pm 

Blackburn Wed 8 Sep 1.00 pm – 2.30 pm 

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ReadOnline 

Our dynamic range of online resources for reading cater for everyone; offering magazines, ebooks and 

newspapers from across the globe. 

ListenOnline 

We have thousands of audiobook titles for adults and children alike on our apps, including some of the 

best selling authors. You can also sit back and relax to an amazing catalogue of music on Freegal. 

WatchOnline 

Grab the popcorn and pick from an impressive line-up of movie titles and documentaries. 

Award-winning entertainment at your fingertips to suit everyone in the family. 

KidsOnline 

Keep the kids busy with audiobooks, movies and educational games. Additional resources to help with 

home-schooling and keep the kids interested. 

HistoryOnline 

Research your family tree with Ancestry Library Edition and Findmypast. Historical records, photos and 

resources from around the world to track you heritage. Available from home for a limited time. 

LearnOnline 

Achieve personal or professional goals in a number of free online courses available on our online 

learning platforms. There are over 3000 courses you can chose from. 

www.wml.vic.gov.au/elibrary 

Use your membership card and pin for free access

CONTACT US 

Blackburn 9896 8400 

Box Hill 9896 4300 

Bulleen 9896 8450 

Doncaster 9877 8500 

Nunawading 9872 8600 

The Pines 9877 8550 

Vermont Sth 9872 8650 

Warrandyte 9895 4250 

E. info@wml.vic.gov.au 

www.wml.vic.gov.au 

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