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Hello and welcome to January at Your Library.

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The new year is here, and with it comes pages filled with possibilities! 

We hope your festive season was filled with joy and adventure. Keep your spirits bright at our Summer Songs outdoor concert at Miller's Homestead. Bring a picnic rug and settle in with a coffee from our on-site van!

Keep the kids reading this summer with the BIG Summer Read, a statewide literacy program. Open to kids 0-18 and running until 31 January - sign up via Beanstack now and track your kids' reading to go in the draw to win a big prize!

Our Reader's Choice vote is still open, too - we want to hear from you! What book was your favourite last year? Let us know now. Your nomination could shine a spotlight on a hidden gem. ✨

Finally, our Summer School Holiday Program is right around the corner! Bookings open 6 January. There will more than 80 events, from craft to technology to storytimes - all 100% free! Check out the program now.

Don't forget, our digital library is always open! Start the New Year right by checking out our New Year, New You collection in Libby. It's full of intriguing ways to grow smarter, safer and stronger.

As always - happy reading!

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Nominate your top read of 2023 for a chance to win big!

Vote for the book (physical, digital or audio) you found the most exciting, gripping, or influential in our Reader's Choice poll. One lucky voter will win a treasure trove of literary goodies to the value of $150!

Nominations close 11 February 2024. 

Winners will be announced 14 February 2024.

Reader's Choice 2023
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School Holiday Program - Summer 2024
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The Summer School Holiday Program is here!

Dive into a range of fun and free summer activities to keep the kids entertained throughout the holidays.

Here's just a taster:

• Comic strip workshops
• Stop motion animation

• Mario Maker
• LEGO challenges
• Come and try karate, dancing, or playgroup
• Coding with Robo Trains
• Digital music

• Movie screenings
• Storytimes

and much more!

NGV Kids on Tour is back this Summer - Your Library has partnered with the National Gallery of Victoria to bring free art-making activities to you during the school holidays.

Can't attend an event? Drop in any time during the school holidays, to enjoy activity tables or scavenger hunts at all branches.

Bookings open 12pm (Midday) on Saturday, 6 January 2024. Activities fill quickly - book without delay to avoid disappointment!

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Special events for 13-18 year olds

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Learn how to draw Manga
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Learn how to draw Manga

Tue 16 January, 3:30pm - 5pm, Belgrave Library  
Discover how to bring beloved Manga characters to life with step-by-step guidance. Uncover essential techniques and gain insights into crafting your unique creations in the Manga style. Perfect for those new to Manga or at an intermediate level seeking to enhance their skills. Ages 13-18 years. (FREE) Bookings required

Art for teens
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Art for teens

Tue 23 January, 3:30pm - 5pm, Belgrave Library  
Elevate your illustration skills with this workshop designed to propel your artistry to new heights! Whether you work with digital or traditional mediums, Tony's expert tips will set you apart from the crowd. Pizza and soft drinks provided!! Ages 13-18 years. (FREE) Bookings required

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BIG Summer Read

Join. Borrow. Read. Win!

The BIG Summer Read is well underway, but it's not too late for kids to register and log their reads. Plus, there's a chance to win an amazing prize!

The BIG Summer Read is a great way to beat the ‘summer slide’ – the loss of literacy development over the long summer break when kids aren’t exposed to books or reading at school.

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There are a number of ways to register:
• Download the Beanstack app
• Pick up a Big Summer Read bookmark at your local library and scan the QR code
• Visit plv.beanstack.org

Concludes 31 January, 2024.

The BIG Summer Read is delivered in partnership with Public Libraries Victoria, Bolinda BorrowBox, Story Box Library and School Library Association Victoria.

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Storytime will be back soon!

Storytime will return to Your Library in the week beginning Monday, 29 January 2024.

Some session times have changed. Please visit our Storytime page, or your local branch, to view the schedule.

We can't wait to see you!

Storytime returns 29 January 2024
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JANUARY HIGHLIGHTS

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World in miniatures
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World in Miniature: Exhibition

Mon 8 & Tue 9 January, 11am - 3pm
Miller's Homestead
 
View this charming exhibition of delicate, miniature life scenes. Have fun searching through them in our 'can you find...' activity. This exhibition will appeal to grown-ups and children alike. Feel free to bring a picnic to have in the beautiful gardens before or after visiting the exhibition.

Presented by 'The Kabbachons', a subgroup of VAME - Victorian Association of Miniature Enthusiasts. (FREE) Bookings not required

Laughter Yoga
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Laughter yoga and meditation with Lynette

Sat 6 January, 11am - 12pm
Boronia Library
Sat 20 January, 11am - 12pm
Rowville Library
Tue 23 January, 2pm - 3pm

Ferntree Gully Library 

Come to a workshop on Laughter Meditation with Lynette from the Ferntree Gully Laughter Club. It's a fun and unique experience that will leave you feeling energised and renewed.
(FREE) Bookings not required

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B-is-for-bravo exhibition
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B is for Bravo: diorama exhibition 

Tue 16 January - Fri 15 March (9:30am - 4:30pm), Miller's Homestead
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the book B is for Bravo, Miller’s Homestead presents an exhibition of extraordinary dioramas by author and illustrator, Kevin Burgemeestre (1957-2016).

B is for Bravo celebrates 100 years of aviation and introduces children to the phonetic alphabet, a system of words that communicates call signs.
Visit the Homestead on Friday afternoons from 4pm - 5pm, to view videos of Kevin creating his wonderful dioramas from recycled materials. (FREE) Bookings not required

Summer Songs at Miller's Homestead
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Summer Songs: morning outdoor concert

Fri 19 January, 10am - 12pm
Miller's Homestead
Bring along a picnic, and spread out on the lush lawns of Miller's Homestead as you enjoy a stunning program of compositions for voice and guitar, with Duo de Graaf Connie (pictured above) and Barb & Franny. 
Families - this is a perfect opportunity to introduce your children to the joys of live music!
There will be craft for the kids, and a coffee van for the adults too!

BYO morning tea and picnic blanket.
(FREE) Bookings required

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Volunteer Adult Literacy Tutor Information Session

Volunteer adult literacy tutor - information session

Wed 31 January, 2pm - 3pm
Mooroolbark Library
 

Are you interested in sharing your love of reading and writing? Do you have skills or knowledge that could help others? We need volunteer adult literacy tutors!
No experience is necessary. Initial and ongoing training and support provided. Come to this information session to find out more! (FREE) Bookings not required.

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Change to Saturday hours at Montrose Library

In 2024, Montrose Library will be open on the first Saturday of the month from 10am-1pm. There will be an exciting presentation each month, starting in February.

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FEATURED RESOURCES

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The Age

Enjoy 100% free access to every edition of The Age newspaper, wherever you are. All editions in full colour from cover to cover. Start reading today!

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BorrowBox

Take on the BIG Summer Read with BorrowBox

There are hundreds of brilliant kids' eAudiobooks in the BorrowBox app. Keep kids reading this summer... by listening! Browse the collection and start downloading today.

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January's top reads

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The Drowning by Bryan Brown
Karma : my autobiography by Boy George
Days of innocence and wonder by Lucy Treloar
Nadiya's simple spices : curries and more from Nadiya's home kitchen by Nadiya Hussain
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Check & mate Ali Hazelwood
Women & children by Tony Birch
The Graham effect by Elle Kennedy
Naked city : true stories of crimes, cock-ups, crooks & cops by John Silvester
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