Some of our services are closed or have different hours on the public holiday before the AFL Grand Final – Fri 29 Sept 2023

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Upcoming events

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Free
Balwyn Library

Using your digital library – one-on-one sessions

Wed 4 October 2023 –
Sat 9 December 2023
Free
Greythorn Library Lounge

Heartstopper Season 2 fanfest - screening, snacks and activities

Fri 22 September 2023 –
Fri 22 September 2023
Free
Balwyn Library, Balwyn

Chatty cafe

Tue 26 September 2023 –
Tue 5 December 2023
Free
Kew Library

Creative Life Writing Workshop

3 October 2023, 10:30 am
Seniors Festival
Free
Balwyn Library, Balwyn

Try Tai Chi at the library

9 October 2023, 10:00 am
Seniors Festival
Free
Camberwell Library

StrokeSafe information session

26 October 2023, 10:00 am
Seniors Festival
Free
Camberwell Library

Family storytime in the garden- Greythorn

19 September 2023, 11:00 am
Spring School Holidays 2023
Free
Greythorn Library Lounge, Balwyn North

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Putting a spotlight on safety during Community Safety Month

We mark Community Safety Month each October, working with Victoria Police, groups like Neighbourhood Watch, and the wider community to promote health and safety.
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Library catalogue upgrade

Explore the improved features and functionality of our online catalogue.

Our top books for book groups

Is your book group looking for reading ideas this year? Here are some recommendations.
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Women's health reading and resource recommendations

See our staff picks for some of the best titles, from the practical to the philosophical and covering topics for all ages, to help you enhance your understanding about women's health.