Events Blog

Baby's Big Day Out

Posted on Friday, June 7, 2013 - 12:11 by ADMIN_MANDM

Bring your little ones to Lalor Library for some free fun and adventure on Saturday 22 June from 11.00am to 2.00pm. Experience music, rhymes and books brought to life. Get your baby's photo taken by a professional photographer and take home some goodies. The day will also include Mini Maestros, a performance, prizes, storytimes craft and face painting. . . . more »

Explore Myths and Legends at the Booklovers' Festival

Posted on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 - 16:18 by ADMIN_MANDM

Explore the magic of story through writing and illustration workshops, as well as guest authors and special events during the month of July. Escape the winter chill and watch a movie or have a conversation with a writer as we delve into the mystery of myth and discuss some legendary ideas. There is something for all ages from Aboriginal storytime to drawing dragons to women . . . more »

Read for Social Peace in Our Marketplace of Ideas

Posted on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 - 15:33 by ADMIN_MANDM

Can you imagine a world at peace? Come along to the three events in our Marketplace of Ideas series and challenge your thinking, share ideas and help create a plan for a peaceful future. Same Sex Relationships - Do We Judge? Ivanhoe Library Monday 17 June 7.00pm - 9.00pm Welcoming New Community With Author Alice Garner Thomastown Library Thursday 20 June 10.00am - 12.00noon Physical . . . more »

Songwriting Workshop: Rosanna Library Saturday 13 July 2.00pm - 4.00pm

Posted on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 10:21 by joymac

As part of the Myths and Legends Booklovers' Festival, Rosanna Library will be hosting musician, songwriter,composer and music teacher Mat Creedon. Mat is a accomplished musician who specialises in Guitar, Piano, Ukulele, Sitar, Banjo, Violin, Drums and Theremin and will be running a two hour workshop on songwriting - lyrics and music. If you are interested in developing your skills, don't miss this opportunity for . . . more »

Viva La Revolucion

Posted on Sunday, May 19, 2013 - 21:10 by femlib

On Friday, to celebrate Food Revolution Day the beautiful Rose and her mother demonstrated how to make handmade pasta. We all had the chance to exchange recipes and revel in the joy of cooking. Later in the staff room there was much enjoyment as we were spoiled with this well made and delicious feast. In the spirit of all things culinary, the Lalor Community Cookbook . . . more »

Ruby Jane Stormer at Rosanna Library

Posted on Thursday, May 16, 2013 - 12:01 by joymac

Your garden has its own unique combination of plants, trees and birds, bugs and bees. Your planting and maintenance choices constantly affect the ecology of your garden. Come and join a discussion about plants and practices that you've tried and had success with in our local area. Local landscape designer Ruby Jane will give you some ideas on plants and practices to consider that will . . . more »

Mother's Day @ Diamond Valley

Posted on Wednesday, May 8, 2013 - 16:29 by Scattercat

This week the overall theme in the Diamond Valley Library was Mother's Day . The week started with Baby Story Time on Monday morning, where we sang out favourite songs about Mum. A popular rhyme was - Pat your head and rug your tummy, Touch your toes and hug you Mummy! After school the school crowd came in to decorate a plant container for Mother's . . . more »

Creative Writing Extravaganza

Posted on Monday, May 6, 2013 - 14:49 by Mel28

Classic hit ... Joe Dolce believes his song inspired a new era of ethnic humour. Interested in creative writing? Singer/songwriter/poet Joe Dolce will discuss the difference between poetry & lyrics! Diamond Valley Library Monday 20 May 11.00am-12.00noon Bookings required see staff at the desk or phone 9434 3809 . . . more »

Dogs and Training!

Posted on Monday, May 6, 2013 - 14:41 by Mel28

Join a qualified Dog Behaviourist and Trainer to find out how to choose the right dog for your family, secrets to understanding dog. Suitable for the whole family. Diamond Valley Library Tuesday 21 May 7.00pm-8.00pm Bookings required see staff at the desk or phone: 9434 3809 . . . more »

Keys Please

Posted on Monday, May 6, 2013 - 14:37 by Mel28

In conjunction with Vic Roads this program is suitable for parents & their 15-16 children to attend. Learn different driving skills in order for your learner to become a safe driver. Door prize of movie tickets available too!! Diamond Valley Library Tuesday 4 June 7.00pm - 8.00pm Bookings Required Phone: 9434 3809 . . . more »