Reading Events in Bendigo

Carmel Bird presents her new historical fiction about King Louis XIV and Princess Marie-Adelade of Savoy. The King is utterly bewitched by the little girl. What is the nature of the bond between them? Book sales and signings to be presented by Cate Kennedy.

Award-winning poets Anne Gleeson and Ross Gillett share their most meaningful poems about people and places. Enjoy readings ranging from deeply moving to light-hearted. A session of readings ranging from the deeply moving to the light-hearted.

Join the Glenroy Queer Book Group every second Wednesday of the month at Glenroy Library to discuss the latest LGBTQIA+ read. New members (16+) are always welcome. Copies of the next book are available to borrow at Glenroy Library.

Celebrate the start of Summer and reading with our fun book-themed activities. This event is tailored for children aged 6-12, offering an engaging introduction to the Big Summer Read program. Children under 16 must be supervised. Don't miss out on the summer reading adventures!

Celebrate the magic of the season at our Christmas Storytime! Join us for heartwarming stories, cheerful songs, and festive fun for the whole family. We’ll sing, laugh, and share the spirit of Christmas together—plus enjoy a simple holiday-themed craft activity for little ones to take home.

Join our Home Learner Session for home-educated children aged 5-7! Our Education and Youth Librarians will offer an engaging program, followed by a chance to socialise and relax with other home education families. Bookings are essential as places are limited.

Settle in and read a book of your choice with a cuppa and biscuit. After reading, have a chat with other readers and make some new friends!

Join us for our final yap and snack at our monthly YA book club! For readers aged 12 to 16. Holiday • Christmas.

Celebrate the magic of the season at our Christmas Storytime! Join us for heartwarming stories, cheerful songs, and festive fun for the whole family. We’ll sing, laugh, and share the spirit of Christmas together, plus enjoy a simple holiday-themed craft activity for little ones to take home.

Join Ernest Price as he discusses writing trans characters in fiction, celebrating Trans Awareness Week. Ernest is a transgender man and secondary English teacher. Published by Queerstories and Overland, he will discuss transphobia, sexism, racism and ableism.

Celebrate another fantastic year of book clubs with fellow book lovers! Enjoy alcohol-free bubbles and nibblies in a relaxed evening. Special guest author Elizabeth Coleman (Losing the Plot, A Routine Infidelity, and A Dance with Murder) will be joining. Her books will be available for purchase and signing.