Battle of the Valleys: King vs Yarra Long Lunch
A long lunch celebrating the Yarra and King Valleys, with food, wine and stories.
Burlesque Life Drawing
Celebrating the joy of costume, character individuality and the story of burlesque.
Emerging Writers' Festival: Program Launch
Join Emerging Writers’ Festival as they celebrate the official launch of their 22nd year.
Local Lunch Club
Join this Local Lunch Club and connect with your neighbours at this community gathering.
Consuming Culture
Join an expert panel for a lively chat through the what and the why of pop culture right now.
Laura Jean McKay: The Wrong Path to the Right Story
Award-winning author Laura Jean McKay hosts a special seminar for writers of all levels.
Women in Natural History: Art, Science and Rare Books
Discover the vital contributions women have made to natural history as illustrators and scientists.
The Making of LEGO Star Wars
Unlock LEGO mastery with Ryan McNaught, Australia’s only LEGO Certified Professional.
Shrine Kids
Embark on a family adventure with this engaging program designed for discovery at every turn.
Pressed Tin Christmas Decorations
Create and decorate your own pressed tin ornaments in this fun workshop.
Poetry and the Metaphysical 'I'
A workshop that will help you open space for invention, deepen emotion and question the poetic ‘I’.
Developing Autobiographical Graphic Novels
Learn about autobiographical graphic novels, scriptwriting and the visual grammar of comics.
Maracatu Estrela do Mar: Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops
Explore Afro-Brazilian percussion and music at this workshop series from Estrela do Mar.
No One To Talk To: The Decline of Conversation
Awarding-winning author Ian Williams examines the contradictions that threaten open conversation.
Learn to Cook Thai – Aqua Series: Infinity Blue Barramundi
A hands-on cooking experience celebrating premium Australian seafood with bold Thai flair.
Jazz and Improvisation Mega Day
Instrumentalists and vocalists of all ages and abilities are invited to take over the MCM.
Writing Through Grief Workshop with Amanda Anastasi
Explore the therapeutic power of writing in helping to process grief and loss.
Laneway Learning’s Big Craft Destash
Pick up a new craft, and give an old project a second chance all while supporting Laneway Learning.
Learn to Cook Thai: Pad Thai and Papaya Salad
Join a hands-on cooking class, featuring two of Thailand’s favourite dishes.
Convict Dandies in Colonial Australia
Explore how the idea and image of the dandy were reimagined in the colonial context.
Star Stories: Ancient Astronomy Workshop
Discover the hidden myths, monsters and heroes of the night sky in this kids' holiday workshop.
Collecting Georgette Heyer’s Novels
Since her death more than fifty years ago, Heyer’s novels have continued selling in the millions.
Old and Rare Wine Tastings and Dinner with Sommelier Antony
An exclusive opportunity to sample old and rare wines with sommelier, Antony Anderson.
Polly Woodside Open Day
Climb aboard and roam the decks of one of Australia’s last surviving 19th-century tall ships.
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How Fashion Gave Birth to Art Deco
A talk on how fashion illustration evolved into a new style of art.
