Footy, anyone? Join footy historian Xavier Fowler and footy tragic Francis Leach for a passionate exchange about the history of our great game and an exploration of Fowler’s new book The Football War: The VFL & VFA's Battle for Supremacy.
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Step into Australia’s haunted past with acclaimed historical horror author JJ Carpenter for a journey beyond the gates of one of Australia’s most haunted sites, Kenmore asylum.
Tuesday, 15 July 2025 - 1:30pm to 2:30pm Lara Library
Join author Lia Hills for a special free book club discussion of her novel, The Desert Knows Her Name. All readers welcome. We're proud to support this Apollo Bay WORDfest event.
Sunday, 27 July 2025 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Apollo Bay Library
Journalist Adam Courtenay reflects on life with his father, bestselling author Bryce Courtenay, in this candid conversation about family, legacy and the stories we tell about those we love.
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Tuesday, 5 August 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Hear how seven Australian soldiers, including one from Geelong, escaped Nazi capture and became resistance fighters in WWII Yugoslavia, with author Edmund Goldrick in conversation with historian Jim Claven OAM.
Thursday, 7 August 2025 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library
Learn how to harness storytelling to boost your business marketing in this practical workshop with writer and communicator Spiri Tsintziras. Discover how story builds trust and brings your brand to life.
Friday, 8 August 2025 - 10:30am to 1:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
In the Margins tells the story of Frances Wolfreston, a 17th century woman who read, wrote and reflected despite the limits of her time. Author Gail Holmes brings her quiet strength to life.
Wednesday, 27 August 2025 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm Ocean Grove Library
