Journalist Adam Courtenay reflects on life with his father, bestselling author Bryce Courtenay, in this candid conversation about family, legacy and the stories we tell about those we love.
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Tuesday, 5 August 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Pitch Up Geelong is a live community crowdfunding event where local organisations CatholicCare, Geelong Foodshare, and The Sexual Assault & Family Violence Centre share bold ideas tackling real social challenges.
Wednesday, 6 August 2025 - 5:00pm to 8:15pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
We run regular safety inductions for the equipment in the Djilaga Makers Room at Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library. Book yourself in, complete the course and start making your creative ideas a reality!
Multiple Times Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library
Celebrate Family History Month in August with workshops at Geelong Heritage Centre. Learn to use online databases like Ancestry, Find My Past and Trove, with expert guidance.
Multiple Times Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Hear how seven Australian soldiers, including one from Geelong, escaped Nazi capture and became resistance fighters in WWII Yugoslavia, with author Edmund Goldrick in conversation with historian Jim Claven OAM.
Thursday, 7 August 2025 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library
Learn how to harness storytelling to boost your business marketing in this practical workshop with writer and communicator Spiri Tsintziras. Discover how story builds trust and brings your brand to life.
Friday, 8 August 2025 - 10:30am to 1:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Learn how to digitise your photos, VHS tapes, slides and film negatives ready to share with family and friends! Discover how to use the equipment to start saving your family stories.
Multiple Times Multiple Locations
Want learn how to access the latest newspapers and magazines on your device for free using your library membership? Bring your own device to an upcoming session to discover more.
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Tuesday, 19 August 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm Boronggook Drysdale Library
In the Margins tells the story of Frances Wolfreston, a 17th century woman who read, wrote and reflected despite the limits of her time. Author Gail Holmes brings her quiet strength to life.
Wednesday, 27 August 2025 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm Ocean Grove Library
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