NOVEMBER 2020Online programs to connect, inspire and learn

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RAMONA KOVAL: A LETTER TO LAYLABrilliant presenter and writer Ramona Koval talks to the ever-engaging Robyn Annear about her latest non-fiction title, a kaleidoscopic portrait of humanity written with warmth, insight and curiosity. A Letter to Layla is a wide-reaching, totally compelling look at what makes us human, from the

traits of our earliest hominid ancestors through to the terrifying promise of artificial intelligence. Woven throughout are Ramona’s observations of her three-year-old granddaughter, Layla, and her hopes and fears for Layla’s generation.

TUE 24 NOV, 7-8PMBOOK NOW

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LYNNE KELLY AND MARGO NEALE: SONGLINESWeaving deeply personal storytelling with extensive research on mnemonics, Songlines: The Power and Promise offers unique insights into Indigenous traditional knowledges robust for over 60,000 years. Lynne and Margo share understandings of how these vast stores of information were encoded through song, story, art, dance and ceremony, rather than simply recorded in writing.

In recognition of NAIDOC Week, 8-15 November.

WED 11 NOV, 7-8PM

Photo: Abigail Heitbaum

SUE GUNNINGHAM: ALL THE DAYS AFTER & WALDENEJoin author Sue Gunningham, a passionate advocate of memoir writing and a Black Saturday bushfire survivor. All the Days After describes the traumas she experienced following the death of her partner on Black Saturday, while Waldene - Love in the Shadows blends prose, poetry and love letters to tell the story of their romance. Sue will share her cathartic writing process as well as her experiences of Black Saturday.

THU 19 NOV, 7-8PM

STARTING TO WRITE A MEMOIRJoin Sue Gunningham for this friendly, informative session ideal for anyone with a story to tell about a time in their life. Whether your story is happy, sad, funny or frightening – it’s about your life and how you experienced it: a memoir just for you, a legacy for your family or a commercial publication. Includes readings, discussion, writing time and constructive feedback.

FRI 20 NOV, 10AM-12.30PM BOOK NOW

CENTRAL VICTORIAN AUTHOR SHOWCASEIn celebration of Australian Reading Hour, three celebrated local authors, Carmel Bird, Glenda Millard and Alex Miller, read from their own work. To round out a wonderful hour, local journalist and writer Lauren Mitchell discusses with the trio their favourite reads, why they write, and the power of words.

Visit australiareads.org.au for more great free events 1-12 November.

THU 12 NOV, 7-8PM

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BUILDING AND USING A SMALL LABYRINTHCurious creative Amanda Collins explores the how’s of labyrinths and the benefits of walking one regularly.

• How can walking be meditation?• How can a labyrinth calm the mind and body?• How does a labyrinth and a maze differ?• How can I make one at home?

THU 26 NOV, 7-8PM

BILINGUAL STORYTIME Young families are invited to enjoy stories with an African flavour. Guest presenter Benjamin Ato Sam was born in Ghana and delights in sharing his culture through story, music and cooking.

In celebration of Universal Children’s Day.

Best suited to ages 3-6 years.

FRI 20 NOV, 10.30-11AM

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CONNECTING THE DOTS: A LIFE LIVED WELL WITH DISABILITYJoin us for a wonderful online conversation with highly respected nomadic Elder, artist and storyteller Uncle Alan Parsons. Uncle Alan will share stories about living with a physical disability from birth and overcoming barriers and challenges to live a rich, independent and giving life with community at its heart. Uncle Alan is of the Bidjira people from Carnarvon Gorge.

Part of the Bendigo Cares project, in partnership with the City of Greater Bendigo.

TUE 17 NOV, 7-8PM

DISCOVERING HISTORY: INTO DEEP WATER Presented by Natasha Joyce.

The thousands of children born on or brought to the frontier goldfields of Bendigo existed in a dangerous landscape, with the risk of accident or death ever-present. Children were witness to the tragic deaths of siblings and playmates with their inquest testimonies providing a rare insight into their experiences.

Bendigo Library, BRAC and La Trobe University partnership.

THU 5 NOV, 5.30PM-6.30PM

MEET ME AT THE LIBRARY PODCASTTune into this very special podcast series to hear stories of how public libraries across Central Victoria are bringing people together. Produced by Anne-Marie Middlemast with the assistance of the Community Broadcasting Foundation and Goldfields Libraries. Episodes are released weekly from Thursday 12 November.

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Be Connected WorkshopsGoldfields Libraries are partnering with the Australian Government to empower people over 50 to navigate the online world.

Presented via ZOOM. Session link emailed 1 hour prior to event.

For more information on BeConnected, or any

of these sessions, please phone 5449 2700 or

email beconnected@ncgrl.vic.gov.au

STAYING SAFE ONLINELearn the essentials of safe passwords, how to pay safely online and tips to avoid scams and tricks.

WED 4 NOV, 2-3PM

WED 18 NOV, 10-11AM

GETTING STARTED ONLINELearn how to use search engines such as Google, how to search for websites, use bookmarks and save files and images.

THU 12 NOV, 10-11AMBOOK NOW

DOING MORE WITH ZOOMLearn how to set up an account, share your screen, share files and create meetings in Zoom.

WED 11 NOV, 2-3PMBOOK NOW

INTRODUCING MYGOVFind out how MyGov can make managing your online government services easy and convenient.

WED 25 NOV, 2-3PMBOOK NOW

FAMILY HISTORYLearn how to start researching your family history online.

TUE 24 NOV, 2-3PMBOOK NOW

ALL ABOUT APPSWhat is an app? Learn about apps, or applications - the amazing little programs that can help you do almost anything on a smart-device.

TUE 10 NOV, 2-3PMBOOK NOW

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DEVICES FOR LOAN Goldfields Libraries have internet-connected devices available for 3-month loan. If you, a friend or relative are over 50 and would benefit from a loan during this challenging time we would love to hear from you. Assistance with set up and ongoing support will be provided. Next available loan period is 14 Dec 2020 - 5 Mar 2021.ONLINE TOOLS FOR

BUSHFIRE SEASONDiscover how you can use online tools and apps to stay informed during bushfire season.

THU 19 NOV, 2-3PMBOOK NOW

Watch later at youtube.com/goldfieldslibraries