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HEALTH & WELLBEING 19
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS 14
ENVIRONMENT 20
YOUNG ADULT 12
CALENDAR 24
VISIT US 28
HISTORY 18
CHILDREN & YOUTH 6
MENTAL HEALTH WEEK 13
TECHNOLOGY 23
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WELCOME
Celebrate the arrival of the warmer weather at your
local branch and join in the many activities and events
this season.
The kids will love getting involved in the many
exciting school holiday activities on offer in our
libraries. They will also find many fun ways to immerse themselves in literature at the Castlemaine Children’s
Literature Festival.
We look forward to welcoming many authors to share their new works
with you, covering a variety of genres.
Secondary students are invited to become involved
in the newly formed
Bendigo Young Writers Association, and can take
time out to study for exams in specially designated
quiet library spaces.
History lovers will enjoy hearing from England’s
Lady Teviot and, keeping with the theme of Spring,
there is plenty on offer for nature lovers.
Grandparents and special friends are invited to join in special storytimes to celebrate Seniors Week.
There is something for everyone across the region
this season. Hop onto our website to keep up to date with the latest details
of what’s happening at Goldfields Libraries.
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CASTLEMAINE CHILDREN’S LITERATURE FESTIVAL
Castlemaine Library proudly partners with the CCLF to bring you the following fabulous events. This year is the 5th annual CCLF, celebrating child-centred literacy based fun for all ages! Refer to page 11 for details and on the CCLF website.
www.literaturefestival.com.au
SUN 20 - SAT 26 SEP
NATIONALCHILDREN’S WEEK
Celebrating Children – “Children’s Rights are Human Rights”.Help us celebrate children and childhood in some fun storytimes just for kids!Refer to page 7 for events.
www.childrensweek.org.au
SAT 24 OCT - SUN 1 NOV
VICTORIAN SENIORS FESTIVAL
2015 marks the 33rd Victorian Seniors Festival and this year is all about celebrating communities. Refer to pages 6 and 17 for events.
www.seniorsonline.vic.gov.au/festivalsandawards
SUN 4 - SUN 11 OCT
KNIGHTS, DRAGONS, KINGS AND QUEENS
Step back in time and enjoy some medieval madness from fabulous children’s theatre company Carp Productions! Refer to page 8 for events.
TUE 29 SEP
MENTAL HEALTH WEEK
Mental Health Week aims to activate, educate and engage Victorians about mental health through a week of interactive events across the state including an official launch, community festivals, art exhibitions, music, theatre and seminars. Refer to page 13 for events.
www.mentalhealthvic.org.au
SUN 4 - SAT 10 OCT
KYNETON DAFFODIL AND ARTS FESTIVAL
The Kyneton Daffodil and Arts Festival have announced that ‘Spring Starts Here’ with an exciting series of activities, including arts, crafts, gardens, flower shows, markets and hospitality. Event program online.
www.kynetondaffodilarts.org.au
THU 3 - SUN 13 SEP
SPRING HIGHLIGHTS
Surround your child with stories to nurture listening, language and learning. Runs each week of school term.
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CHILDREN’S WEEK 26-30 OCT
STORYTIMES STORYTIME SPECIALS
TERM 3MON 13 JUL
TOFRI 18 SEP
SATURDAY STORIES
Young families are invited to Storytime on a Saturday. Enjoy fabulous stories, activites and songs to start your weekend.
SAT 12 SEP, 10 OCT & 14 NOV, 10.30amWoodend Library
SAT 19 SEP, 17 OCT & 21 NOV, 10.30amGisborne Library
FIRE ACTION WEEK STORYTIME
Enjoy an action packed Storytime with the Gisborne CFA crew and their fire truck. Ages 3+ yrs.
SAT 21 NOV, 10.30amGisborne Library
GOLDEN OLDIES!
Bring along your Grandparent or special friend to our Storytimes during Seniors Week for delightful stories and songs celebrating our wonderful seniors.
MON 5 – FRI 9 OCT, See times to leftAll Branches
TEDDY TIME
Today’s the day that teddy bears gather! Bring teddy to Storytime or Toddler Time for some truly terrific teddy fun.
MON 26 – FRI 30 OCT, see page 6 for timesKyneton LibraryRomsey LibraryWoodend Library
BALLOON TIME
It’s Storytime with a bubbly twist! Enjoy balloon stories and fun with a special visit from a balloonologist who will create a unique balloon for little ones to take home.
WED 28 OCT, 10.30-11.15amGisborne Library
FRI 30 OCT, 10.30-11.15amCastlemaine Library
CHILDREN & YOUTH
PRINCESS & PIRATE STORYTIME WITH SONG & DANCE
Rock in in your dress ups for a rollicking good time! Great stories, fabulous music and cool dance moves.
FRI 30 OCT, 10.30-11.15amBendigo Library
SPECIAL ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS
LIBRARY LEGO
Build, construct and imagine!
EVERY 2ND SAT IN SEP, OCT, & NOV, 10am-12pm Kyneton Library
GAME ON
Come into the library on Thursdays after school for fun and games including Giant Chess, Jenga and lots more.
EVERY THU, 4-6pmRomsey Library
SPRING HAS SPRUNG
Help us decorate the Library for Spring. Special craft activities for children including flowers, bees and spiders using and recycling old things.
TUE 15 SEP, 4-5pmGisborne Library
INTERNATIONAL GAMES DAY
Come and join in board games at the library to celebrate International Games Day.
FRI 20 NOV, 3.30-5pm &SAT 21 NOV, 10am-12pmKyneton LibraryWoodend Library
BEE FLOWER ACTIVITIES FOR KIDSWED 9 SEP, details pg 21
LIBRARY DAY TIME
ROMSEY MON 11.30-11.50am
KYNETON TUE 10.30-10.50am
WOODEND WED 11.30-11.50am
GISBORNE THU 10.30-10.50am
RHYME TIME
LIBRARY DAY TIME
GISBORNE MON 10.30-11am
KYNETON MON 10.30-11am
BENDIGO TUE 10.30-11am
THU 10.30-11am
CASTLEMAINE TUE 10.30-11am
WED 10.30-11am
KANGAROO TUE 10.30-11amFLAT
WED 10.30-11am
ROMSEY THU 10.30-11am
WOODEND FRI 10-10.30am
TODDLER TIME
LIBRARY DAY TIME
ROMSEY MON 10-10.45am
EAGLEHAWK TUE 10.30-11.15am
BENDIGO WED 10.30-11.15am
FRI 10.30-11.15am
KYNETON WED 10.30-11.15am
WOODEND WED 10-10.45am
GISBORNE WED 10.30-11.15am
CASTLEMAINE FRI 10.30-11.15am
KANGAROO FLAT
FRI 10.30-11.15am
STORYTIME
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TOFRI 11 DEC
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AGES 3 - 5 YRS
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WINGS AND THINGS
Create a magical winged creature to adorn our beautiful springtime mural. Ages 4-8 yrs. THU 1 OCT, 11am-12pm, or drop in during the holidaysRomsey Library
CREATURE COMFORTS
Create your own articulated, imaginary winged creature - be it a gold-winged horse, a flying dragon or a hybrid bird man... Go wild and wonderful! Ages 8-12 yrs.
WED 30 SEP, 11am-12pm Castlemaine Library
FAIRY MOTH THE STORYTELLER
The wonderful Suzanne Sandow will take you on a journey to shaded glades and wooded wonderlands where magical creatures abound. Sit back, relax and enjoy her evocative and interactive traditional tales. Ages 5-10 yrs.
THU 24 SEP, 11am-12pmRomsey Library
THU 24 SEP, 2-3pmGisborne Library
KNIGHTS, DRAGONS, KINGS AND QUEENS
Step back in time and enjoy some medieval madness from fabulous children’s theatre company Carp Productions. Juggle with the Jester, join the Royal Parade and enjoy a rollicking good tale about a roaring red dragon, a brave and strong (well sort of) Knight and a very feisty Princess. Ages 4-10 yrs.
TUE 29 SEP, 11am-12pmWoodend Library
TUE 29 SEP, 2-4pmBendigo Library
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM SAT 19 SEP - SUN 4 OCT
LET’S GO FLY A KITE
Learn all about kites and make your own to take home. Ages 5-10 yrs. WED 23 SEP, 11am-12pmWoodend Library
TUE 29 SEP, 11am-12pmEaglehawk Library
WED 30 SEP, 10.30-11.30amKangaroo Flat Library
WED 30 SEP, 11am-12pmGisborne Library
MOVIE SCREENING AND ACTIVITY - PAPER PLANES
Enjoy a screening of award winning Australian film Paper Planes (rated G) followed by paper plane artistry where we will create the Guinness World Record paper airplane ‘The Suzanne’. We will finish with a distance challenge and a prize for the winner. Ages 8+ yrs. TUE 22 SEP, 2-4pmBendigo Library
FRI 25 SEP, 2.30-4.30pmKyneton Library
FOREST FAIRIES & FRIENDS
Craft enchanting felt fairies and friends, and enjoy stories and activities featuring delightful little creatures of the forest. Ages 5-10 yrs. WED 23 Sep, 11am-12pmKangaroo Flat Library
THU 1 OCT, 11am-12pmBendigo Library
MOVIE MATINEE – THE LORAX
Enjoy this visually spectacular adventure from the wonderful imagination of Dr Seuss. Hilarious fun for everyone! (rated G). All ages. THU 1 OCT, 2-3.30pmCastlemaine Library
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HOMOPOLAR MOTORS
Build a homopolar motor, a simple electric motor used in wind turbines and electric cars. Be amazed at how electrical currents make your motor turn!Ages 8+ yrs. TUE 22 SEP, 11am-12pmEaglehawk Library
THU 1 OCT, 11am-12pmKyneton Library
CASTLEMAINE CHILDREN’S LITERATURE FESTIVALMAKER SPACES
Create, explore and wonderin our library Maker Spaces
BADGE MAKING
WED 23 SEP, 2-4pmBendigo Library
PAPER PLANES
SAT 19 SEP - SAT 3 OCT, Drop in during the holidays
Kyneton Library
MINDFULNESS COLOURING
SAT 19 SEP - SAT 3 OCT, Drop in during the holidays
Kyneton Library
OTHER ACTIVITIES
WII U
Join in some active gaming fun on our big screen. Games include: Super Mario Kart, Super Smash Brothers, Super Mario 3D World and Just Dance. Ages 7+ yrs. MON 21 SEP - FRI 2 OCT, 2-4pmKangaroo Flat Library
HERBERT PEABODY’S EXTRAORDINARY VEGIES
Author Bianca Ross (Herbert Peabody and his Extraordinary Vegetable Patch) introduces children to the joys of preparing a vegie patch. Learn about planting and growing your own vegetables and creating an environment where bees and birds can also thrive. Ages 5-10 yrs. FRI 2 OCT, 10.30-11.30am & 1-2pmWoodend Library
TREASURE TREES
Pick up a treasure tree from Woodend Library and follow the trader’s trail, collecting new leaves to create your own spring tree. Finish the trail at New Leaves Book Store to collect your own little treasure – a $5 book voucher! MON 21 SEP - FRI 2 OCTWoodend Library
Castlemaine Library proudly partners with the CCLF to bring you the following fabulous events. www.literaturefestival.com.au
FESTIVAL LAUNCH
Experience the Festival Launch – book dominoes style, how many books will fall? Fun, festivity and cake! MON 21 SEP, 10.30-11.15amCastlemaine Library
SOME PIG! CHARLOTTE’S WEB
Listen to the opening chapters of EB White’s classic Charlotte’s Web, then settle down on a comfy cushion to watch the movie. Ages 5-12 yrs. WED 23 SEP, 1.30-3.30pmCastlemaine Library
MONKEY MAYHEM
Enter the magical, mysterious, explosive and anarchic world of Monkey, made big in the cult Japanese TV show of the 80’s.With artist and educator Kate Stones you will explore ancient narratives and create some of your own, always remembering that ‘Monkey is IRREPRESSIBLE!’. Ages 8-12 yrs. WED 23 SEP, 10.30am-12pmCastlemaine Library
WHO LET THE DOGS (AND CATS) OUT?
Woof woof meow! Dress up as a dog or a cat and join us for a special Storytime in the beautiful Buda Gardens. Enjoy pet-inspired stories, songs and rhymes. Ages 0-5 yrs. FRI 25 SEP, 10.45-11.30amBuda Garden, 42 Hunter St, Castlemaine
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MINI LIGHTHOUSES
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YOUNG ADULT
The Bendigo Library in collaboration with local secondary schools is offering you an opportunity to be part of a new group of young writers who will work collaboratively with authors and fellow students, to hone your skills and develop your craft. This is a fabulous opportunity for all of those interested in writing.
Interested in learning more?
Tammy [email protected] 2771
Sharon [email protected] 7722
REALLY GREAT NEWS!
Writers Victoria and The Grace Marion Wilson Trust have awarded a seeding grant to the Bendigo Young Writers Association to be used for a series of talks, workshops and events by authors John Charalambous, Simmone Howell and Glenda Millard.
Need a quiet space to study? Students from Years 11 or 12 and tertiary institutions are invited to make use of our designated study rooms. Quiet study areas have been designated at these libraries throughout October and November:
THE ART OF MELANCHOLIA EXHIBITION
“Happy people have no stories.” - Louise BourgeoisMental Health Week aims to activate, engage and educate people about mental health. A beautiful and poignant collection of works both large and small, Melancholia is an exquisite exploration of sadness in all its forms and the effect these emotions have on art and the mind. TUE 6 OCT - FRI 27 NOV 9am-3pm Opening: TUE 6 Oct, 11amIncludes artist talk and exhibition tourKyneton Town Hall, 129 Mollison St
DR GAVIN ROWLAND: MIND BEYOND MATTER
In his book Mind Beyond Matter, Dr Rowland tackles consciousness, perhaps the greatest scientific mystery of all. Join us for a discussion on this new understanding of the mind, mental illness and spirituality. Q&A and book signing will follow.
TUE 6 OCT, 5pm Castlemaine Library
KATE RICHARDS: MADNESS: A MEMOIR
“Kate Richards is a medical doctor working in research, and a gifted writer whose book Madness: A Memoir offers amazing insight into the harsh world of mental illness from her own perspective. Everyone should read this book.”Jon Faine, ABC Radio.
An insightful session for those whose world has in some way been touched by mental illness.
WED 7 OCT, 7-8.30pmWoodend LibraryMENTAL
HEALTH WEEK DISPLAY
SUN 4 - SAT 10 OCTGisborne LibraryKyneton LibraryRomsey Library
Woodend Library
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EXAM CRAM
BENDIGO LIBRARYMON-SATLibrary hours
Students are welcome to study at any of the tables throughout Bendigo Library at any time. Meeting Room 3 has been set aside as a silent study area during October – November 2015, and may be used all day unless it is booked by external users.
GISBORNE LIBRARYMON, TUE, WED, FRI & SATLibrary hours
KYNETON LIBRARYMON, TUE & THU Between 1-5pm
Room may be booked outside these times by appointment.
BENDIGO YOUNG WRITERS ASSOCIATION
WHO All are welcome from ages 14-19 yrs.
WHERE The group will meet regularly upstairs at Bendigo Library with a meeting schedule to be announced.
WHAT A quiet space to write and to link with other enthusiasts.
Special facilitated sessions looking at the many ways we can write. Fan Fiction, Zines or Book reviews for example! The opportunity to be the first to get your hands on brand new Young Adult fiction.
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DR LYNNE KELLY: KNOWLEDGE, POWER AND STONEHENGE
Dr Lynne Kelly explains how her research into memory in indigenous cultures led her to a radical new theory for the purpose of Stonehenge, and other prehistoric sites around the world. Light refreshments provided.
THU 10 SEP, 6pmCastlemaine Library
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
AUTHOR TALKS
AUTHOR GIDEON HAIGH
Gideon Haigh’s Certain Admissions: A Beach, a Body, and a Lifetime of Secrets, is Australian true crime at its best, and stranger than any crime fiction.
WED 30 SEP, 6-7pmBendigo Library
TERRY WHITE: ACTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE
Terry White has trained as a Climate Reality Leader with Al Gore, and will be communicating the realities of climate change at the 2015 Climate Conference in Paris later this year. In this presentation, Terry combines a global overview with powerful examples from his experience living in central Victoria. Light refreshments provided
THU 15 OCT, 6pmCastlemaine Library
AUTHORALICE FROST
Spiritualist and expert on life guides Alice Frost will talk about her books and help you draw comfort from her understanding of past lives and the role they play in your present. Morning tea provided.
FRI 16 OCT, 10.30amRomsey Neighbourhood House, 96-100 Main Rd
ANDREW SKEOCH: LISTEN TO THE WILD
Join naturalist and bioacoustic researcher, Andrew Skeoch, as he presents beautiful and fascinating recordings from wild places around the world, and inspires you to hear the world afresh. Back by popular demand! Light refreshments provided.
THU 22 OCT, 5pmKyneton Library
THU 5 NOV, 6pmCastlemaine Library
ROD JONES:THE MOTHERS
The Mothers interweaves the intimate lives of three generations of Australian women who learn that it’s the stories we can’t tell that continue to shape us and make us who we are. Join Rod Jones as he discusses his latest novel, which is receiving rave reviews around the country. Light refreshments provided.
THU 29 OCT, 6pmCastlemaine Library
LUCY SUSSEX: BLOCKBUSTER!
Blockbuster! is the story of a book that helps define the genre of crime fiction, and a portrait of a great city in full bloom. Rigorously researched and full of arresting detail, this captivating book is a must-read for all fans of true crime, history and crime fiction alike. Join us for an evening with author Lucy Sussex, followed by Q&A and discussion. Light refreshments provided.
WED 11 NOV, 5pmCastlemaine Library
STUART KELLS: PENGUIN AND THE LANE BROTHERS
Stuart Kells will talk about his ground-breaking counter-history of Penguin Books – both amusing and moving, with a strong new Australian aspect. Light refreshments provided.
THU 17 SEP, 6pm Castlemaine Library
SUE GUNNINGHAM: ALL THE DAYS AFTER
Raw and compelling, All the Days After will resonate with anyone who has suffered through devastating grief. It is Sue’s personal story of love lost, grief and rebuilding, but it is also the story of the lesser known aftermath of a major tragedy, the Black Saturday bushfires.
TUE 17 NOV, 7-8pmGisborne Library
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Australian of the Year and domestic violence against women campaigner Rosie Batty will speak about her new book, A Mother’s Story. Morning tea provided. Books available for sale, with the opportunity for an autograph.
WED 23 SEP, 10-11:30amGisborne Library
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PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
WRITTEN WORD
POETRY WORKSHOP SERIES WITH B. N. OAKMAN
EVERY THU in SEP, 5-7pmBendigo Library
ABC OPEN
500 words writing workshop with Jane Curtis. Story theme tobe confirmed closer to the day.
WED 14 OCT, 12-3.30pmBendigo Library
WED 9 SEP, 12.30-3pmWED 11 NOV, 12.30-3pmWoodend Library
ADULT SPELLING BEE
Are you a spelling extraordinaire? Test your skills against some tough words at our inaugural Adult Spelling Bee! Put together a team of three and join the fun – hilarity assured!
THU 26 NOV, 6:30pmCastlemaine Senior Citizens Hall (next to the Library), Mechanics Lane
PHILOSOPHY IN THE LIBRARY
PHILOSOPHY IN THE LIBRARY: SEPTEMBER
Tegan Gigante, Tertium Quid: Poetry and the Mundus Imaginalis.
Tegan Gigante will discuss the role of the imagination and suggest the possibility that poetry might bridge the divide between immanent and transcendent worlds.
MON 7 SEP, 5.30-6.30pmBendigo Library
PHILOSOPHY IN THE LIBRARY WITH GUEST SPEAKERS
Free, all welcome. No booking required. Check our website for details.
First MON of month, 5:30-6:30pmBendigo Library
SENIORS WEEK BOOK CLUB
Seniors Week Book Club hosted by Friends of Macedon Ranges Libraries. Afternoon tea provided. Pick up a copy of book at your preferred library to read beforehand.
TUE 6 OCT, 1.30-3.30pmGisborne LibraryKyneton LibraryRomsey LibraryWoodend Library
LEARN TO PLAY BRIDGE
A series of four bridge classes with the Bendigo Bridge Club. See website for details.
EVERY TUE in SEP, 7-9pm Bendigo Library
CHESS IN THE LIBRARY
Come and play with the Bendigo Chess Club. All welcome.
Last TUE of month,SEP-NOV, 5-7pmBendigo Library
GET KNITTED ON FRIDAYS AT WOODEND
Contribute to our community art projects and have afternoon tea with other crafters on Fridays.
EVERY FRI, 2pm Woodend Library
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HISTORY
WOODEND AVENUE OF HONOUR CEREMONY
Woodend Library will contribute a poppy display to the dedication ceremony for the Wall of Remembrance, recognising the 97th anniversary of the “Grand Opening” of the Avenue. Tim Fischer AC will speak at the ceremony.
SUN 13 SEP, 11amCorner North St and the Avenue of Honour, Woodend
TRAVEL BACK IN TIME: COUNTY CLARE, AXEDALE AND BEYOND
Professor John Collard, Cultural Historian, will talk about his journey researching seven generations of the McGrath family.
WED 21 OCT, 2-3.30pmBendigo Library
HISTORY WEEK 18-25 OCT
ENGLISH PARISH REGISTERSFRI 23 OCT, 10.30am-11.30amBendigo Library
MORNING TEA BREAK 11.30am-12pm
WILLS & ADMINISTRATIONSFRI 23 OCT, 12-1pmBendigo Library
DR. LYNNE KELLY: KNOWLEDGE, POWER AND STONEHENGETHU 10 SEP, details pg 14
ROD JONES: THE MOTHERSTHU 29 OCT, details pg 15
LADY TEVIOT, ENGLISHGENEALOGIST
Join us for four fascinating presentations on researching your history from Lady Teviot, Vice President of the Federation of Family History Societies in the UK.
BRAIN HEALTH – WORRIED ABOUT YOUR MEMORY?
Carolyne Taplin presents a session on what and what not to worry about with memory loss.
WED 9 SEP, 1.30-3pmBendigo Library
HOW MUCH DO YOUR CHILDREN KNOW?
Do your children know how to dial 000? Do they know their address and phone number, or what to do in an emergency? Prepare a Home Fire Plan and share it with your children. Visit www.cfa.vic.gov.au
SAT 14 NOV, 10.30amWoodend Library
WED 18 NOV, 4pmRomsey Library
FIRE ACTION WEEK
DISPLAY
SUN 15 – SUN 22 NOVGisborne Library
SPECIAL STORYTIME SESSIONSAT 21 NOV, details pg 6
BRAIN HEALTH –YOUR BRAIN MATTERS
Carolyne Taplin presents a risk reduction program to keep your brain in good condition into senior years.
WED 9 SEP, 5.30-7pmBendigo Library
HEALTH & WELLBEING
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More and more family history research information is available online but not all of it is free. In this session we will introduce you to the best places to look for reliable information, both on our computers and available from home.
TUE 27 OCT, 2:30pmCastlemaine Library
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TRACE THE HISTORY OF YOUR HOUSE
In this one hour session, Dannielle Orr, Heritage Officer at the City of Greater Bendigo, will introduce you to the process for creating a history of your house.Please bring a copy of your house title if you have it.Bookings essential.
TUE 8 SEP, TUE 13 OCT & TUE 10 NOV, 1-2 pmBendigo Library
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KILL OR CURE - MEDICINE & ILLNESS IN THE 19TH CENTURYWED 21 OCT, 7-8pmGisborne Library
RESEARCHING FAMILY HISTORYTHU 22 OCT, 2-3pmCastlemaine LibraryAfternoon tea provided
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MAKING YOUR PROPERTY MORE BEE-FRIENDLY
The plight of the honey bee in all parts of the world has become desperate. David Gormley-O’Brien and the Woodend Bee-Friendly Society will discuss how to make our properties more bee-friendly including bee-loving plants suitable for the Macedon Ranges, pesticides and herbicides to avoid, and other simple things we can do.
SAT 3 OCT, 11-11.30amWoodend Library
SOLAR AND WIND RENEWABLE ENERGYPROJECTS IN THE MACEDON RANGES
Update from Macedon Ranges Sustainability Group about two renewable Energy projects underway: a community owned Solar Park at the old timber mill site on Black Forest Drive and a Community Wind Project amongst the pine plantation south of Woodend.
SAT 7 NOV, 11-11.30amWoodend Library
NATIONAL BIRD WEEK 19-25 OCT
NESTING INSTINCTS: EXHIBITION LAUNCH
Exploring nests in print, nature and art.
FRI 23 OCT, 3pmEXHIBITION DATES:SEP 2015 - MAR 2016Bendigo LibraryUpstairs exhibition cabinets
ANDREW SKEOCH: LISTEN TO THE WILDTHU 22 OCT & THU 5 NOV, details on pg 14 Illustrations: Pam Sheean
TERRY WHITE: ACTIONON CLIMATE CHANGETHU 15 OCT, details pg 14
SEE CHILDREN’S ENVIRONMENTAL ACTIVITIES on pgs 7 - 10
LANDCARE WEEK 7-13 SEP
WOODEND’SNATIVE PLANTS
Your garden can create native habitat and be more water efficient when you plant species that are native to the local area. A free talk by local ecologist, Bianca Aquilina, will introduce you to some of the common and unique native plants of Woodend. You can also pick up a free plant courtesy of Woodend Landcare. If you miss market day, a Landcare display will remain in the library until Tuesday 15 September.
SAT 5 SEP, 11-11.30amWoodend Library
BEE FLOWER ACTIVITY FOR KIDS
Children can plant Aster seeds in a paper cup pot and take home to start their own bee garden.
WED 9 SEP, 4pm-5pmRomsey Library Woodend Library
LANDCARE WEEK DISPLAY
Woodend LibrarySAT 5 - TUE 15 SEP
Visit the Coliban Water National Water Week display to learn about protecting and conserving our precious water resources and habitats. NWW has run since 1993 and focuses on water conservation and the protection, rehabilitation and improvement of streams, wetlands, waterways, beaches and estuaries.
FRI 9 - SAT 24 OCTBendigo Library
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Nev Spiers from the Woodend Bee-Friendly Society will present a talk on bees. Children’s bee flower activity to follow at 4.30.
WED 9 SEP, 4pm-5pmGisborne Library
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Free information sessions about the benefits, rights and responsibilities of volunteers.
WED 2 SEP, 10am-12pmSpeakers: Bendigo Family & Financial Services and Vision Australia
WED 7 OCT, 10am-12pmMental Health WeekSpeakers: Bentley Aged Care and Radius
WED 11 NOV, 10am-12pmSpeakers: Benetas, Victory Community CareBendigo Library
BENDIGO VOLUNTEER RESOURCE CENTRE
BUILDING A SUCCESSFUL VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE OR BOARD: PLAN, REVIEW, RECRUIT, RENEW
Covers a variety of topics related to the NFP Board and board building. Presented by Donna Clarke, trainer in business, organisational development and governance, Director of Wise World Solutions.
MON 14 SEP, 9.30am-12pmTUE 17 NOV, 4.30-7pmBendigo Library
COMMUNITY EVENTS & VOLUNTEERING WORKSHOP
Workshop for community groups to develop an event action plan, emergency management plan and media campaign, plus developing event volunteer roles and opportunities. In conjunction with the City of Greater Bendigo.
WED 9 SEP, 9.15-11.45amBendigo Library
CORPORATE VOLUNTEERING WORKSHOP
Free information sessions about the benefits, rights and responsibilities of volunteers.
Discusses engaging, growing and strengthening Corporate Volunteering in Bendigo.
MON 19 OCT, 9.30am-12pmBendigo Library
BVRC REPORT TO COMMUNITY
The BVRC Board, staff and volunteer team will celebrate its birthday and share their story of building vibrant resourceful communities across Central Victoria.
THU 29 OCT, 10-11.30amBendigo Library
INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER MANAGERS DAY
Celebrations with BVRC and Bendigo Volunteering Network.
WED 4 NOV, 9.30am-12pmBendigo Library
BENDIGO VOLUNTEER LEADERS NETWORK CHRISTMAS GATHERING
Managers, Coordinators and leaders of volunteers will gather to discuss volunteer management as we celebrate our volunteering achievements for 2015.
MON 30 NOV, 10am-12pmBendigo Library
For bookings contact:
5441 1404 or [email protected]
TECHNOLOGY
GET WITH I.T.
Help with installing and using library e-resources. BYO devices. IT help also available. A different topic covered each month.
First TUE of month, 2-3pm(except school holidays)Woodend Library
Last TUE of month, 10.30-11.30am(except school holidays)Gisborne Library
TECH HELP @ KYNETON
Make the most of library e-resources including Zinio, Mango Languages, Borrowbox e-audio and e-books, plus general IT help.
WED 16 SEP, FRI 18 SEP, WED 14 OCT, FRI 16 OCT, FRI 13 NOV, WED 18 NOVPhone for times: 5422 1365Kyneton Library
TECH HELP @ ROMSEY
One-on-one help sessions for your Ipad, Ipod, Iphone, tablet, Android or any other device.
MON or WED afternoonsPhone for times: 5429 3086Romsey Library
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TUESDAYS WITH GARY
Castlemaine Library offers 45 minute, one to one sessions helping members who want to use electronic devices and e-readers.
TUE 2-4 pmCastlemaine Library
KNOW YOUR GIZMO
The Know Your Gizmo pilot program brings together tech savvy Year 9 students with Seniors for one-on-one help with mobile phones, ipads, tablets, digital cameras and laptops. A joint project of BVRC, Goldfields Libraries and Bendigo South East College.
WED 2 SEP & WED 9 SEP, 12-1pmBendigo Library
Bookings: 5441 [email protected]
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DATE TIME EVENT NAME LOCATION UNTIL PG
2 WED 12-1pm Know Your Gizmo Bendigo Library 23 B
5 SAT 11-11.30am Woodend's Native Plants Woodend Library 21
5 SAT Landcare Week Display Woodend Library 15 SEP 21
8 TUE 1-2pm Trace the History of Your House Bendigo Library 19 B
9 WED 9.15-11.45am Community Events & Volunteering Workshop Bendigo Library 22 B
9 WED 12-1pm Know Your Gizmo Bendigo Library 23 B
9 WED 12.30-3pm ABC Open Woodend Library 16 B
9 WED 1.30-3pm Brain Health - Worried about Your Memory? Bendigo Library 19 B
9 WED 4-5pm Bee Talk & Bee Flower Activity for Kids Gisborne Library 21 B
9 WED 4-5pm Bee Flower Activity for Kids Romsey Library 21 B
9 WED 4-5pm Bee Flower Activity for Kids Woodend Library 21 B
9 WED 5.30-7pm Brain Health - Your Brain Matters Bendigo Library 19 B
10 THU 6pm Dr Lynne Kelly: Knowledge, Power & Stonehenge
Castlemaine Library 14 B
12 SAT 10am-12pm Library Lego Kyneton Library 7
13 SUN 11am Woodend Avenue of Honour Ceremony Avenue of Honour 18
14 MON 9.30am-12pm Building a Volunteer Committee or Board Bendigo Library 22 B
15 TUE 4-5pm Spring has Sprung Gisborne Library 7
17 THU 6pm Stuart Kells: Penguin and the Lane Brothers Castlemaine Library 14 B
19 SAT Paper Planes Kyneton Library 3 OCT 10
19 SAT Mindfulness Colouring Kyneton Library 3 OCT 10
21 MON 10.30-11.15am Castlemaine Children's Literature Festival Launch
Castlemaine Library 11
21 MON 2-4pm Wii U Kangaroo Flat Library 2 OCT 10
21 MON Treasure Trees Woodend Library 2 OCT 10
22 TUE 2-4pm Movie Screening and Activity - Paper Planes Bendigo Library 9 B
22 TUE 11am-12pm Homopola Motors Eaglehawk Library 10 B
23 WED 10-11:30am Rosie Batty: A Mothers Story Gisborne Library 15 B
23 WED 10.30am-12pm Monkey Mayhem Castlemaine Library 11 B
23 WED 11am-12pm Forest Fairies and Friends Kangaroo Flat Library 9 B
23 WED 11am-12pm Let's Go Fly a Kite Woodend Library 8 B
23 WED 1.30-3.30pm Some Pig! Charlotte's Web Castlemaine Library 11 B
23 WED 2-4pm Badge Making Bendigo Library 10
24 THU 11am-12pm Fairy Moth the Storyteller Romsey Library 8
24 THU 2-3pm Fairy Moth the Storyteller Gisborne Library 8
25 FRI 10.45-11.30am Who Let the Dogs (and Cats) out? Buda Garden, Castlemaine 11
25 FRI 2.30-4.30pm Movie Screening & Activity: Paper Planes Kyneton Library 9 B
29 TUE 11am-12pm Let's Go Fly a Kite Eaglehawk Library 8 B
29 TUE 11am-12pm Knights, Dragons, Kings & Queens Woodend Library 8 B
29 TUE 2-4pm Knights, Dragons, Kings & Queens Bendigo Library 8 B
30 WED 11am-12pm Mini Lighthouses Bendigo Library 10 B
30 WED 10.30-11.30am Let’s Go Fly a Kite Kangaroo Flat Library 8 B
30 WED 11am-12pm Creature Comforts Castlemaine Library 8 B
30 WED 11am-12pm Let's Go Fly a Kite Gisborne Library 8 B
30 WED 6-7pm Author Gideon Haigh Bendigo Library 14 B
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OCTOBER
DATE TIME EVENT NAME LOCATION UNTIL PG
1 THU 11am-12pm Forest Fairies and Friends Bendigo Library 9 B
1 THU 11am-12pm Wings and Things Romsey Library 8 B
1 THU 11am-12pm Homopola Motors Kyneton Library 10 B
1 THU Exam Cram - Mon-Sat Bendigo Library 30 NOV 12
1 THU 1-5pm Exam Cram - Mon, Tue, Thu Kyneton Library 30 NOV 12
1 THU 2-3.30pm Movie Matinee - The Lorax Castlemaine Library 9
2 FRI 10.30-11.30am Herbert Peabody's Extraordinary Vegies Woodend Library 10 B
2 FRI 1-2pm Herbert Peabody's Extraordinary Vegies Woodend Library 10 B
2 FRI Exam Cram - Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat Gisborne Library 30 NOV 12
3 SAT 11-11.30am Making Your Property More Bee-Friendly Woodend Library 20
4 SUN Mental Health Week Display Gisborne, Kyneton, Romsey &Woodend Libraries
10 OCT 13
5 MON Storytime - Golden Oldies All branches 9 OCT 6
6 FRI 9am-3pm The Art of Melancholia Kyneton Town Hall 27 NOV 13
6 TUE 1.30-3.30pm Seniors Week Book Club Gisborne, Kyneton, Romsey & Woodend Libraries
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6 TUE 5pm Dr Gavin Rowland: Mind Beyond Matter Castlemaine Library 13 B
7 WED 7-8.30pm Kate Richards: Madness: A Memoir Woodend Library 13 B
9 FRI National Water Week Display Bendigo Library 24 OCT 21
10 SAT 10am-12pm Library Lego Kyneton Library 7
13 TUE 1-2pm Trace the History of Your House Bendigo Library 19 B
14 WED 12:30-3.30pm ABC Open Bendigo Library 16 B
15 THU 6pm Terry White: Action on Climate Change Castlemaine Library 14 B
16 FRI 10.30am Alice Frost - Author Talk Romsey Neighbourhood House 14
19 MON 9.30am-12pm Corporate Volunteering Workshop Bendigo Library 22 B
21 WED 2-3.30pm Travel Back in Time Bendigo Library 19 B
21 WED 7-8pm Lady Teviot, Kill or Cure Gisborne Library 18 B
22 THU 2-3pm Lady Teviot, Researching Family History Castlemaine Library 18 B
22 THU 5pm Andrew Skeoch: Listen to the Wild Kyneton Library 14 B
23 FRI 10.30-11.30am Lady Teviot, English Parish Registers Bendigo Library 18 B
23 FRI 12pm-1pm Lady Teviot, Wills and Administrations Bendigo Library 18 B
26 MON Storytime - Teddy Time Kyneton, Romsey &Woodend Libraries
30 Oct 7
27 TUE 2.30pm Exploring Online Records Castlemaine Library 18 B
28 WED 10.30-11.15am Storytime - Balloon Time Gisborne Library 7
29 THU 10-11.30am BRVC Report to Community Bendigo Library 22 B
29 THU 6pm Rod Jones: The Mothers Castlemaine Library 15 B
30 FRI 10.30-11.15am Princess and Pirate Storytime with song and dance
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30 FRI 10.30-11.15am Storytime - Balloon Time Castlemaine Library 7
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LITERATURE COMES TO LIFE
Explore! Rescue! Protect! See your beloved book and animated heroes re-imagined for the stage and transformed into impressive life-sized characters.
Dark acts result in darker consequences. And there is little darker and more complicated than the act of revenge. A family torn apart by murder, a son burdened with the truth and the task of avenging his father, and a country on the brink of war.
Tuesday 20 October8pm (Bendigo)
Wednesday 21 October8pm (Heathcote)
Thursday 22 October8pm (Elmore)
Friday 23 October8pm (Pyramid Hill)
Saturday 24 October8pm (Castlemaine)
Based on his two best-selling books, Flak and Fly, well-known writer and performer Michael Veitch presents Flak. Veitch’s life-long obsession with the aircraft of the Second World War led him to conclude that every single person who flew, or flew in them, has at least one extraordinary story to tell.
Life Like Touring presents
OCTONAUTS LIVE!
OPERATION REEF SHIELD
Monday 28 September, 11am
The Engine Room presents
FLAK
Theatre Season presentsBell Shakespeare’s
HAMLETBy William ShakespeareDirector Damien Ryan
Thursday 1 October, 8pm
BOOK NOW at gotix.com.au or call 5434 6100
CALENDAR
DATE TIME EVENT NAME LOCATION UNTIL PG
4 WED 9.30am-12pm International Volunteer Managers Day Bendigo Library 22 B
5 THU 6pm Andrew Skeoch: Listen to the Wild Castlemaine Library 14 B
7 SAT 11-11.30am Solar and Wind Renewable Energy Projects in the Macedon Ranges
Woodend Library 20
10 TUE 1-2pm Trace the History of Your House Bendigo Library 19 B
11 WED 12:30-3pm ABC Open Woodend Library 16 B
11 WED 5pm Lucy Sussex: Blockbuster! Castlemaine Library 15 B
14 SAT 10am-12pm Library Lego Kyneton Library 7
14 SAT 10.30am How Much Do Your Children Know? Woodend Library 19
15 SUN Fire Action Week Display Gisborne Library 22 NOV 19
17 TUE 4.30-7pm Building a Volunteer Committee or Board Bendigo Library 22 B
17 TUE 7-8pm Sue Gunningham: All the Days After Gisborne Library 15
18 WED 4pm How Much Do Your Children Know? Romsey Library 19
21 SAT 10am-12pm International Games Day Kyneton &Woodend Libraries 7
26 THU 6.30pm Adult Spelling Bee Castlemaine Senior Citizens Hall 16 B
30 MON 10am-12pm Bendigo Volunteer Leaders Network Christmas Gathering
Bendigo Library 22 B
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WHEN TIME EVENT NAME LOCATION PG
MON OR WED Phone for times Tech Help @ Romsey Romsey Library 23 B
TUE 2-4pm Tuesdays with Gary Castlemaine Library 23 B
THU 4-6pm Game On Romsey Library 7
FRI 2pm Get Knitted on Fridays at Woodend Woodend Library 17
FIRST MON OF MONTH
5.30-6.30pm Philosophy in the Library Bendigo Library 17
FIRST TUE OF MONTH
2-3pm Get with I.T. Woodend Library 23 B
LAST TUE OF MONTH
5-7pm Chess in the Library Bendigo Library 17
LAST TUE OF MONTH
10.30-11.30am Get with I.T. Gisborne Library 23 B
EVERY TUE IN SEP
7-9pm Learn to Play Bridge Bendigo Library 17
EVERYTHU IN SEP
5-7pm Poetry workshop series with B. N. Oakman
Bendigo Library 16 B
VARIED Phone for times Tech Help @ Kyneton Kyneton Library 23 B
VARIED 10am-12pm Step into Volunteering Bendigo Library 22 B
VARIED 10.30-11am Saturday Stories Gisborne LibraryWoodend Library 6
REGULAR EVENTSB
Bendigo 251-259 Hargreaves St PO Box 887, Bendigo 3552 p: 5449 2700 e: [email protected] Mon - Fri 9am - 7pm Sat 10am - 1pm
Goldfields Research Centre 251-259 Hargreaves St, Bendigo p: 5449 2794 e: [email protected] Mon - Fri 9am - 7pm Sat 10am - 1pm
Bendigo Regional Archives Centre 251-259 Hargreaves St, Bendigo p: 5449 2700 e: [email protected] Wed, Thu 10am - 4:30pm
Castlemaine 212 Barker Street p: 5472 1458 e: [email protected] Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 10am - 6pm Thu 10am - 8pm Sat 9:30am - 3pm
Mobile / Outreach Services 251-259 Hargreaves St, Bendigo p: 5449 2790 e: [email protected]
VISIT US!
Eaglehawk Eaglehawk Mechanics Institute 1 Sailors Gully Rd p: 5446 7577 e: [email protected] Tue 10am - 5pm Fri 9am - 12pm Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm
Gisborne Hamilton Street p: 5428 3962 e: [email protected] Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 9am - 5:30pm Tue 9am - 6pm Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm
Heathcote 125 High Street p: 5433 3734 e: [email protected] Thu 9am - 1pm Fri 9am - 12:30pm & 1:30-5pm Sat 9am - 12pm
Kangaroo Flat 267 High Street p: 5447 8344 e: [email protected] Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 9:30am - 5pm Thu 9:30am - 6pm Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm
Kyneton 3 Baynton Street p: 5422 1365 e: [email protected] Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 9:30 - 5pm Thu 9:30am - 6pm Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm
Pyramid Hill Library Express Pyramid Hill Neighbourhood House 22 Kelly St p: 5455 7129 e: [email protected] Mon - Fri 10am - 4pm
Romsey 98 Main Street p: 5429 3086 e: [email protected] Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 9:30am - 5pm Thu 9:30am - 6pm Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm
Woodend Cnr High & Forest Streets p: 5427 2074 e: [email protected] Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9:30am - 5pm Wed 9:30am - 6pm Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm
