New What's On brochure out now!
Discover all the highlight events happening at the library in September and October
New Shelf Love Pride t-shirts are here!
Find these new Pride t-shirts in our library shop, Shelf Love. The design features well-known queer literature that has regularly appeared on banned books lists around the world.
WINTER LIBRARY FOOD DRIVE
We're now accepting non-perishable food donations at our libraries over the winter months until 31 August. Donate what you can today.
The annual Local Word Poetry Prize is now open.
Open to established and emerging writers.
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Discover new stories and voices with this anthology launch by Minds Shine Bright. Featuring author readings, panel discussion and an open mic session.
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Saturday, 21 September 2024 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Join us to hear Virginia Trioli in conversation with Jacinta Parsons. A Bit on the Side is an ode to joy, filled with wisdom, stories, memories and recipes, all told with Virginia's renowned insight and wicked sense of humour.
Thursday, 26 September 2024 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Multi-ARIA Award-winning country music icon Kasey Chambers is in town for a night of whirlwind stories and rock-solid life lessons.
Wednesday, 9 October 2024 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Join Geelong Sustainability’s Sustainable House Day Seminar, and hear from industry experts on how to create sustainable homes and gardens.
Saturday, 12 October 2024 - 10:30am to 12:30pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Brave the maelstrom of Shakespeare’s The Tempest with this online presentation. Discover the magic and mystery of a masterpieces and gain a deeper appreciation for the timeless nature of his work.
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Thursday, 17 October 2024 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm Virtual Event
Join us for either of the two wonderful concert sessions with Geelong’s longest running and much-loved community orchestra. The 40+ musicians, conducted by Hayden Dinse, will present concerts of classical fun and favourites!
Saturday, 19 October 2024 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Explore the rich literary connections with our new Queenscliff Literary Walk brochure! Join us for a guided walk around literary landmarks, followed by morning tea. In partnership with Queenscliffe Literary Festival.
Saturday, 26 October 2024 - 9:30am to 11:30am Queenscliff Library
Footy, anyone? Join footy historian Xavier Fowler and footy tragic Francis Leach for a passionate exchange about the history of our great game and an exploration of Fowler’s new book The Football War: The VFL & VFA's Battle for Supremacy.
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Saturday, 26 October 2024 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Are you a local Bellarine organisation looking to attract new members, volunteers, or simply raise awareness? The Bellarine Fair is your chance to connect with the community at our amazing Boronggook Drysdale Library,
We're proud to present the 2024 Local Word Writers Festival for writers and readers.
