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The latest information and upcoming events

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Welcome back to Your Library

Service update from Friday, 18 June 2021

From Friday, 18 June, we are able to welcome more people to the library. All libraries will have a limit of 75 people at any one time, with the exception of Realm (50 per floor), Montrose (68), and Belgrave Express (30).

Call + Collect services are still available if you would prefer contactless service. Call your local library to arrange a selection of library items for collection.

In-person Storytime has been suspended until further notice. In the meantime, our Online Storytime program has resumed on Facebook, weekdays at 11am. Kids can also enjoy a wide range of 'boredom buster' activities on our YouTube page, presented by Your Library's Children's Librarians.

Conditions of entry:

Library users must register their visit by using the QR Code or by registering in the Visitors’ Contact Log.
A family group can enter by one registration using the QR Code or by registering in the Visitors Contact Log.
A face mask must be worn at all times, unless the person has a *lawful reason not to.
The hand sanitiser provided must be used before entry to the library.
Please do not enter the library if you are unwell. You may be requested to leave if you display any symptoms of being unwell.
Whilst every care will be taken library customers are using our facilities at their own risk.
In the interest of health, safety and well-being to all, members must comply with all directives from the nominated Officer-in–charge.

See current services for updates.

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Career opportunity
Realm Manager

‘Your Library’ is looking for a natural leader with a sense of flair, who can work with the other Realm team members to develop collections, resources, programs and events that meet the needs of the Realm communities. You will plan, coordinate, and run one of our busiest libraries. Applications close 5pm, Sunday 4 July 2021.

Apply now→

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Winter School Holiday Program

We've been busy behind the scenes planning loads of awesome activities to keep the kids entertained over the upcoming Winter School Holidays, beginning Monday, 28 June. Book now to avoid disappointment!

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Reconnect Festival highlights

Reconnect: Your Library Month Festival has concluded! Throughout May, despite restrictions, density limits and lockdowns, we held 112 events on subjects as wide-ranging as retirement planning, worm farming, stargazing, gaming, and sauerkraut-making. We featured acclaimed authors and presenters like Craig Reucassel, Brian Nankervis, Sandra Pankhurst, Heather Morris, and Dolly Diamond. For families, crafters, gardeners, readers, writers, learners, musicians, cooks, players, dreamers and more - this festival was all about bringing our community back together.

We hope you all feel a little more reconnected and look forward to welcoming you back with more exciting library events soon!

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Meet amazing authors in June & July

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Ann Reardon

Sat 19 June at 1pm,

Realm Library

Meet author and YouTube star Ann Reardon at this special event to celebrate the launch of Crazy Sweet Creations.

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Christian White

Mon 12 July at 2pm,
Yarra Junction Library

Christian will talk about his work, getting two crime books published, and what's coming up next.

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Alice Bishop

Tues 13 July at 2pm
Lilydale Library

Come along to hear Alice talk about the writing journey that resulted in A constant hum and her next novel, called Lonely weather.

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Little Heroes Book Launch

Join us for the official launch of Little Heroes, a brand-new series of children's books, celebrating the life and times of Racing Sport's biggest stars! Hosted by V8 Sleuth Aaron Noonan, featuring special guests Jim Richards (Gentle Jim), John Bowe AM (Johnny Bee) and the Brock family, discussing their motor racing journeys.

Sat 3 July at 11am, Realm Library

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Welcome to Belgrave Express

Belgrave Express is a temporary service running in Belgrave while the library building is being renovated. Services include:

Holds collection
Returns (during business hours only)
A small selection of picture books and adult titles
Storytimes (government restrictions permitting)
2 PCs and a printer/copier

Belgrave Express is open Monday - Friday from 9am - 4:30pm and is located within the Belgrave Community Hub, 1616/1624 Burwood Highway, Belgrave.

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Digital Library Spotlight
Libby Chinese Collection

Have you discovered Libby's Chinese Collection yet? Enjoy a range of eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines for adults, as well as a selection of kids and teens titles. You can also make suggestions for purchase via the 'Recommend to Library' feature.

Explore now