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Recollection

Yarra Libraries

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Discover and explore our range of local history events and services.

Events in this collection

Richmond from above
Wed, Oct 28 • 6:30 PM
Free
Walking Tour: MacRobertson — The Chocolate King
Mon, Nov 9 • 9:45 AM
Free

City Alternative News launch
Fri, Sep 4 • 6:30 PM
Free
Fletcher Jones: A worn history of Australian Wool
Thu, Aug 13 • 6:30 PM
Free
Peter Beer on Clements Langford: From Cottages to Colosseums
Tue, Dec 2 • 6:30 PM
Free
Peter Mitchell: Under the Same Moon
Thu, Nov 13 • 6:30 PM
Free
Walking Melbourne General Cemetery
Mon, Oct 27 • 10:00 AM
Free
Scan and save your photos and memories — Fitzroy Library
Mon, Oct 13 • 10:00 AM
Free
Scan and save your photos and memories — Carlton Library
Fri, Oct 3 • 11:00 AM
Free
Yarra Unearthed — Meet Yarra's Colourful Characters
Wed, Sep 3 • 6:30 PM
Free
Find Your Family - Where to Start Your Family History Research
Tue, Aug 12 • 10:00 AM
Free
Ghost Signs: Fitzroy's Hidden History
Tue, Jul 22 • 6:30 PM
Free
Walking Carlton North
Mon, Jun 2 • 9:45 AM
Free
Writing Community Stories: How to write your Family History in Vietnamese
Sun, May 25 • 2:30 AM
Free
Walking the Inner Circle Line
Mon, May 12 • 9:45 AM
Free
Walking Clifton Hill Tour
Mon, Apr 28 • 9:45 AM
Free
Digitise a Keepsake — Photograph a Family Heirloom
Tue, Mar 18 • 10:00 AM
Free
Art+Feminism Wiki Edit-a-thon
Sat, Mar 8 • 11:00 AM
Free
Author Talk: Orstralia: A Punk History
Wed, Feb 26 • 6:30 PM
Free
Researching the History of your House in Yarra
Wed, Feb 19 • 6:30 PM
Free

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Yarra Libraries

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Yarra Libraries delivers over 2,000 free community programs each year, ranging from early literacy programs (e.g. BabyTime & Storytime), digital literacy sessions, creative technology workshops, thought-provoking public lectures and literary festivals (Kids Book Fest & Fitzroy Writers Festival).Please register an account with Eventbrite to easily manage your own bookings.

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Author Talks

4 upcoming events

Explore Author Talks at Yarra Libraries featuring writers, poets and creative thinkers. We host established and emerging writers of all genres to discuss their creative process and share the hidden meanings behind their work.

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Book Clubs and More

1 upcoming event

For lovers of the written word

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Cinema Yarra

2 upcoming events

Join us for free film screenings at Collingwood and Richmond Libraries.

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Creative Studio Nights

2 upcoming events

Expand your digital art skills in this three-part Procreate series designed for confident beginners and intermediate users.

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Digital Help at Yarra Libraries

5 upcoming events

Do you need help learning about iPads, saving documents to the cloud or using social media? We offer free one-on-one Digital Help sessions to help you resolve minor technology issues and access online troubleshooting resources.

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Digitisation

2 upcoming events

Join us for a series of events around digitisation in our libraries - learn how to edit your photos digitally, convert LPs or old video tapes into mp3s or digital video files, or scan old family memories to keep them safe.

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Discover Digital

4 upcoming events

We host a range of programs designed to get you more confident with computers and technology, and capable of navigating the online realm. We also offer a range of hands-on learning opportunities with creative technology like 3D printers and laser cutters.

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Early Literacy Programs 2026

No upcoming events

Join us at our five library branches during the summer school holidays for a series of family friendly Storytimes. There will be half an hour of storytelling and songs followed by a craft activity.

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Make-and-Take

3 upcoming events

Discover our range of programs that let you create to your heart's content and take home the finished product.

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Open Library inductions

4 upcoming events

Attend an induction session to upgrade your library membership and access the library during extended hours.

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Sewing and Textiles

5 upcoming events

Learn to construct a range of projects of increasing complexity. You'll become familiar with different types of construction techniques and textile technology including sewing machines, embroidery machines and overlockers.

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Spring School Holiday programs

No upcoming events

Come and join us for Spring themed fun in this School Holiday program

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Victorian Seniors Festival 2026

1 upcoming event

Join us to celebrate The Victorian Seniors Festival! A major state-wide festival for and involving seniors and runs from 1 to 31 of October every year.

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Yarra STEAM Labs

1 upcoming event

Yarra STEAM Labs are a reimagining of our much-loved after-school programs for kids. Designed to provide a fun and inclusive place for kids to discover more about science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics.