Escape the Winter Blues at Your Library!

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Your Library's July newsletter

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Hello and welcome to July at Your Library!

When it is cold outside, settling down with a good book never looked so good. You can hear the stories behind some of the books at one of the many author talks we have coming up at Belgrave, Knox Express, Lilydale, Mooroolbark and Rowville libraries.

Don't forget, you can log your reading and take some reading challenges, as part of the Warm Winter Reads program - you might even win a prize!

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Winter Music Series at Miller's Homestead

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Move and groove at Miller's!

Join us in the warmth of the Parlour at Miller's Homestead to relax and unwind with our exciting Winter Music Series!

West African Jazz with Super Mande Percussion
Fri 21 July, 6pm - 7pm

Percussion of West Africa with Super Mande Percussion
Fri 28 July, 6pm - 7pm

Pianist Samuel Alexander
Fri 4 August, 6pm - 7pm

East City Sounds Barbershop Choir
Fri 11 August, 6pm - 7pm

All sessions are FREE.
Bookings essential!

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Photography exhibition
"Voices of Over 55s:
Challenging ageist stereotypes"

3 July - 4 August 2023
Miller's Homestead
Stunning photographic portraits of vibrant Knox seniors will grace the walls of Miller's Homestead for the month of July. The purpose is to challenge ageist stereotypes by showcasing Knox residents who have made a contribution to their community (FREE). Bookings not required. Brought to you by Knox City Council.

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Stories behind the exhibition
Attend inspiring talks by participants in the Voices of Over 55s project on Tues 4 July, Wed 12 July, Mon 24 & 31 July, 2pm - 3pm
(FREE). Bookings required

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MEET THE AUTHORS

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Tim Richards: Heading south

Thur 13 July, 2pm - 3pm
Mooroolbark Library

Join Tim Richards, travel writer and author of Heading South, as he talks about his 7,000 km rail journey around Australia, from far north Queensland to southwest Western Australia; an epic train journey around Australia in 2018, starting at the remote town of Normanton, in crocodile country, and ending in Bunbury, where he was born (FREE). Bookings required.

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Swarn Lamba: Let's play

Thur 20 July, 11am - 12pm
Rowville Library

Let's Play explores traditional Indian games that have been passed down through generations by word of mouth and evolved with each new group of players. Swarn will discuss this exciting new book and share fascinating insights into her work as a teacher, author and mother (FREE). Bookings required

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Jaidyn Luke Attard: The street poet

Thur 20 July, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Knox Express

Jaidyn Luke Attard writes poetry and fiction inspired by his life as a street wanderer and observer in Melbourne/Naarm. His punkish paste-up poetry can be found on various laneways in the city. Come listen to Jaidyn talk about his works, collaborating with other authors and self-publishing (FREE). Bookings required.

Meet The Author Of The Street Poet: Jaidyn Luke Attard

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Ilsa Evans: Family baggage

Sat 22 July, 11am - 12pm
Belgrave Library

Join local author Ilsa Evans to hear about her latest book, Family Baggage. Ilsa has published fourteen books that range from social commentary, memoirs and light fiction, to more serious subject matter such as euthanasia and family breakups. (FREE). Bookings required

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Jacqueline Ross: Blackwater

Fri 28 July, 2pm - 3pm
Lilydale Library

Head to Lilydale Library to meet Jacqueline Ross, writer of non-fiction books and feature articles. For the last fifteen years, she’s taught writing to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Jacqueline's latest book, Blackwater, is a contemporary gothic thriller, set on the remote Tasman Peninsula. (FREE). Bookings required.

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More author talks

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Reading Buddies is a brand new program supporting the parents and caregivers of primary school aged students to help their children read.

We know that most children come home from school with a reader they are supposed to complete each night; we also know that many adults don’t have the confidence to help their children learn to read, so we have developed this brand new program.

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Parents/caregivers and their children will listen to stories, play games and read together,
all supported by our volunteer Reading Buddy. A small afternoon snack will be provided.
Reading Buddies will be held every Thursday during school terms.
Come along to our first session at Bayswater Library:
Thu 13 July, 4pm - 5pm (FREE)
Bookings required

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FEATURED RESOURCES
Introducing....

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Enjoy full access to The New York Times newspaper, including every article from 1851 to today. Also enjoy access to NYT Cooking (featuring 19,000+ recipes!) and NYT Games.All content available in the NYT App, NYT Cooking App and NYT Games App.

Learn more and start browsing here.

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Medici.tv is the world’s leading classical music channel. Stream exceptional live performances of top artists and ensembles from around the world. Watch a library of over 4,000 concerts, operas, ballets, and jazz performances. All content available in HD. Learn more and start watching here.

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EXCITING EVENTS

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Stitch it, don't ditch it

Tues 11 July, 1pm - 3pm

Knox Express

Learn some hand stitching techniques that offer
lots of creative possibilities for repairing & enhancing
your clothes and household textiles. Suitable for both beginners and more experienced stitchers (FREE). Bookings required

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The world of miniatures

Tues 11 July, 2pm - 3:30pm Healesville Library

Karen Barnes from the Victorian Association of Miniature Enthusiasts (VAME) will share the world of miniatures with us. We'll discover the history of miniatures, from their ancient beginnings in Egyptian culture, through to the rise of the modern hobby of doll houses and room boxes (FREE). Bookings required

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Birthday card making workshop

Wed 12 July, 10am - 12pm Lilydale Library

Come and join Heidi for a fun- filled card making workshop.
Everyone will make 3 beautiful birthday cards to wow your family and friends.
Suitable for all skill levels from beginners to more advanced (COST $5). Bookings required

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Gully Gardeners - A Gardening Guide For Beginners With Author Sarah Jackson

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Gully Gardeners presents:
A gardening guide for beginners with author Sarah Jackson

Sat 15 July, 10am-12pm
Ferntree Gully Library
Come and meet Sarah Jackson, author of Gardening for Beginners: Hints and tips for Melbourne, Australia. Sarah is a novelist who specialises in cosy mysteries, rural romance, gardening and cookbooks. Sarah will talk about her gardening experiences, many failures and false starts, and what she found works for her (FREE). Bookings required

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Calling all role-players!

Sat 22 July, 10:30am - 12:30pm, 12:30pm-2:30pm + 2:30pm-4:30pm
Realm Library
Join Melbourne Eastern Suburbs Socialgamers (MESS) at Realm for an exciting tabletop role-playing event that will transport you to a world of adventure and imagination! (FREE) Bookings required

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LOCAL HISTORY

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Montrose Brickworks

Sat 15 July, 10:15am - 11:45am

Montrose Library

Join Eddie Tichelaar at Montrose Library as we go back in time and discover the history and stories of “The Montrose Brickworks” (FREE). Bookings required

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The Bell Family of Gulf Station

Mon 31 July, 2pm - 3pm

Yarra Junction Library

From the 1850s to the 1950s, Gulf Station supplied produce to gold miners of the district. Scottish settlers Agnes and William Bell were the first to lease the land; Alan, one of the last direct descendants of the Bells, will present an informative talk about Gulf Station and the stories of the Bell family (FREE). Bookings required

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WINTER WELLNESS

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Mindful watercolouring

Fri 21 July, 2pm-4pm
Boronia Library
Join Jess for a session on using watercolour painting as part of a mindful practice. Learn some steps in letting go and enter a world of feelings. This is a time for relaxing, reflecting and creating something for yourself (FREE). Bookings required

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Mindfulness and emotions

Fri 21 July, 2:30pm -3:30pm
Montrose Library
In this session, Kathy Jerin, a registered senior meditation teacher and Heartmath trainer, will introduce mindfulness and emotions. Learn the difference between emotions that deplete your body and emotions which renew your body with energy (FREE). Bookings required

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Plant-based cooking with Betty Chetcuti

Sat 22 July, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Healesville Library
Join the author of My Vegan Cookbook and learn how to create plant-based dishes that will satisfy, nourish and nurture your body. Betty will inspire you with new ways to turn your favourite foods into plant-based dishes you will love (FREE). Bookings required

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Chair yoga with Phoenix Yoga Studios

Tues 25 July, 12:30pm-1:15pm
Croydon Library
Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga in which poses are modified to give you the extra support of a chair. Offering all the same benefits as traditional yoga practice, this event is ideal for those working from home or those who find it difficult getting on the floor (FREE). Bookings required

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Mindfulness & meditation workshop with Rajiv

Sat 29 July, 10:30am-12pm
Bayswater Library
Do you want to learn the skills, knowledge and discipline to master your mind? Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, lost or directionless? Is stress, burn out, or insecurity taking a toll? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this session is for you! (FREE) Bookings required

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