Learning

Until 21 Dec

Poetry and Prose Open Mic Readings

Calling all poets, writers and lyricists to join monthly poetry and prose readings, or just listen.

Until 30 Apr

Serene Terrarium: Workshop for Beginners

Create your mini plant world while enjoying a soothing cuppa and a calming environment.

11 Dec

Christmas Stompers

Enjoy Christmas stories, songs and rhymes at North Melbourne Library.

Until 14 Dec

Day of the Dead: Tequila Versus Mezcal Lunch

Enjoy a guided tasting of artisan agave-based spirits paired with gourmet Mexican canapés.

Until 25 May

Mosaic Art Classes: Turkish Lamp Workshop

Make beautiful mosaic lamps at this Turkish lamp workshop in Melbourne!

Until 18 Dec

Best of NGV International Tour

Join an expert for a guided tour to uncover the unexpected and overlooked within the NGV Collection.

Until 16 Dec

Drawing Straws: Burlesque Life Drawing

Sketch captivating burlesque performers in a relaxed, judgment-free environment.

8 Dec

Santa Storytime

Celebrate Christmas at City Library with stories, songs and rhymes.

16 Dec

Christmas Pyjama Storytime

Pop on your PJs and come to narrm ngarrgu Library for a special storytime.

3 Mar

Nell Zink: Sister Europe

Nell Zink brings the hedonistic spirit of a big night out in Berlin as she discusses Sister Europe.

22 Jan

The History of Printed Textiles

Join Janet O'Dell for a lecture on the origins and challenges of printed textiles in Europe.

Until 3 Dec

Festive Native Wreath Workshop

Make a unique wreath with native plants and flowers for your door this festive season.

Until 31 Dec

Shrine Kids

Embark on a family adventure with this engaging program designed for discovery at every turn.

Until 30 Apr

Mosaic Making Workshop for Beginners

Learn the art of creating beautiful mosaics from start to finish.

8 Dec

Christmas Crafternoon

Enjoy a fun afternoon of Christmas crafts at North Melbourne Library.

8 Dec

Christmas Stompers

Head to Kathleen Syme Library for a very merry Stompers celebration.

Until 31 Jan

DIY Craft Workshops

Unleash your creativity at these workshops where everyone is a designer.

6 – 23 Jan

School Holiday Street Art Workshops

Learn spray-painting techniques from a renowned street artist this school holidays.

Until 13 Dec

Italian Family History Group La Mia Famiglia

Learn how to trace your Italian family heritage in this free workshop.

12 Dec

Christmas Stompers

Visit narrm ngarrgu Library for a very merry stompers.

7 Dec – 1 Feb

Polly Woodside Open Day

Climb aboard and roam the decks of one of Australia’s last surviving 19th-century tall ships.

9 – 16 Dec

Cultural Workshops with Little Wombats

Workshops designed especially for preschool and kindergarten-aged children.

10 Dec

Make Your Gifts: Leather Accessories

Learn the fundamentals of leatherworking while creating your own accessories like earrings or cuffs.

10 Dec

Home Comforts: Twilight Tour

In December, enjoy a glass of wine before embarking on an intimate twilight tour of the exhibition.

7 Dec

Laneway Learning’s Big Craft Destash: Xmas Edition

Pick up a new craft, and give an old project a second chance all while supporting Laneway Learning.

17 Aug

An Evening with Sir Salman Rushdie

Salman Rushdie returns to Melbourne to discuss the transformative power of literature.

Until 31 Jan

Cocktail Making Class

Mix, shake and sip your way through the ultimate cocktail class in a hidden Melbourne bar.

Until 10 Dec

Stompers

Join in the Stompers fun with your toddler every Wednesday at East Melbourne Library.

Until 19 Dec

Best of NGV Australia Tour

Join an expert for a guided tour to uncover the unexpected and overlooked within the NGV Collection

Until 24 Dec

Old and Rare Wine Tastings and Dinner with Sommelier Antony

An exclusive opportunity to sample old and rare wines with sommelier, Antony Anderson.

7 Dec – 22 Feb

Forest Therapy

Unwind with forest therapy (shinrin-yoku) and immerse your senses in nature.

13 Dec

Festive Gingerbread Workshop

Create your own gingerbread house with festive drinks, food and guided fun for all ages.