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Lucas Jordan - The Chipilly Six

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In the lead-up to ANZAC Day, historian Lucas Jordan weaves a compelling tale of soldiers’ lives, from their return home to the first dawn service.

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Fiona Basile - Immerse

Join Fiona as she talks about her stunning photographic book celebrating the beauty and joy of a special open-water swimming community.

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Thursday, 2 May 2024 - 10:30am to 11:30am
Queenscliff Library

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Julie Goodwin - Your Time Starts Now

Food and fame, failure and freedom: the life story of Australia’s first MasterChef. Hear from Julie as she talks about her soul-baring memoir.

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Tuesday, 7 May 2024 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

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Carla Pascoe Leahy - Becoming a Mother

A truly special Mother’s Day event with local historian, Dr Carla Pascoe Leahy, discussing Australian motherhood since the 1950s.

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Saturday, 11 May 2024 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Ocean Grove Library

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Bruce Pascoe and Lyn Harwood - Black Duck

Join Bruce and Lyn as they discuss Black Duck, a personal reflection on life, Country and the consequences of Dark Emu through six seasons on Bruce Pascoe’s farm.

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Monday, 13 May 2024 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

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Ariane Beeston - Because I'm Not Myself, You see

Join author Ariane Beeston for an important discussion about recognising and surviving post-natal depression.

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Friday, 14 June 2024 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

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Melinda Clarke - The accidental map maker

Ever wondered how a map is made? Come along and meet Melinda, creator of City Maps Illustrated and the famous Melbourne Map.

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Saturday, 22 June 2024 - 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Drysdale Library