SHOWCASING | Summer Sounds Series
Setting the perfect tone in the lead-up to the iconic St Kilda festival, a diverse line-up of talented musicians are bringing the summer groove to St Kilda & Emerald Hill Branches throughout January and February.
St Kilda Library: Velvet Bloom | Wednesday 31 January 2023 | 6.30–7.30pm
Velvet Bloom’s music speaks to the human spirit with an oozing honey pot of silky vocals, lush soundscapes and raw emotion. Fusing delicate songwriting with a luscious and vibrant soul sound that can fill any venue.
Emerald Hill Forecourt: Kekoson | Saturday 3 February 2023 | 12noon–1pm
Experience a Cuban Fiesta in the heart of Melbourne courtesy of Kekoson, widely acclaimed as the country's foremost and most authentic Cuban Son Music extraordinaires.
St Kilda Library: Pirritu | Tuesday 6 February 2023 | 6.30–7.30pm
PIRRITU’s music is a gentle, honest, and melodic personal journey that entices you into the depths of sadness, love, and shimmering hope. PIRRITU’s work honours a cultural journey to connect back to land, language, and family with a continual thirst for deeper understanding of his people and country.
HELPING | One-on-One Device Advice | from Monday 29 January 2023
Need help with your phone, tablet or laptop? Device Advice is returning in 2023 with new times and locations!
Please note: Bookings for the first sessions will open the week of Monday 22 January 2023
Port Melbourne: Mondays 11am–12noon | & | Tuesdays 2–3pm
St Kilda: Tuesdays 2–3pm | & | Wednesdays 2–3pm
Albert Park: Fridays 11am–12noon
TALKING | English Conversation Café
Are you interested in improving your English speaking skills and connecting with new people? Join us for our FREE Conversation Café at St Kilda Library, where you can practice English in a fun and relaxed environment.
St Kilda Library Community Room
Returns 30 January 2024
Every Tuesday 1.30–2.30pm
SIPPING | Tea and Tech: Everyday Tech Skills 5-week course | From 13 February 2023, Tuesdays | 10am–12noon
Our everyday tech skills program offers fun and interactive weekly group sessions for seniors, to develop their digital skills. You will be supported and encouraged to make the most of your personal devices in a safe and inclusive learning environment. Come along and learn more in Port Melbourne Library.
- To enroll in this 5-week course contact us via phone on 03 9209 6644 or email libprograms@portphillip.vic.gov.au
TALKING | With Author Graham Willet | Thursday 8 February 2023 | 6.30–7.30pm
Historian Graham Willet highlights the queer history of St Kilda, long known as one of Melbourne’s pleasure grounds.
From lady swimmers and naked bathing, cafes and cruising grounds, Arts Balls and HIV/AIDS Centres... these all form part of a rich history that is not talked about nearly enough. At St Kilda Library
HOSTING | Queer Art Club | Saturday 3 February 2023 | 11am–1pm
In celebration of Midsumma, St.Kilda Library is hosting a community art-making event for the queer community to come together to share experiences and stories.
The relaxed and casual art-making space sees individuals make art from a place of feeling, not aesthetics and is accompanied by good music and better company.
With sold out weekly sessions in Brunswick, it has gained a cult following and created a community of legends around it.
Now we're bringing it to St Kilda in the St Kilda Library Community Room
WEBINAR | Introduction to Solar | Tuesday 27 February 2023 | 7–8.30pm
It can be hard to know what solar setup will suit your home and lifestyle. Join this free Zoom session with our not-for-profit energy experts from Renew to learn more about solar.
In this Online Zoom webinar, you will discover:
- the basics of how solar power works
- how to make the most of your solar system to minimise bills
- how to get the right system for your home
- how to claim financial rebates.
WEBINAR | Summer comfort for renters | Wednesday 7 February 2023 | 7–8.30pm AEST
Just because you're renting doesn't mean you need to swelter this summer. Join our online session to learn how you can slash your energy bills and reduce your energy usage.
Join this free online Zoom session and hear practical tips from Renew’s energy efficiency experts to prepare your home to stay cool throughout summer.