Learning

8 Jun

Chinese Textile Donations from Tyon Gee

Rare opportunity to view a collection that brings history to life through fabric, fashion and home.

2 Aug

Battle of the Valleys: King vs Yarra Long Lunch

A long lunch celebrating the Yarra and King Valleys, with food, wine and stories.

Until 16 Dec

Burlesque Life Drawing

Celebrating the joy of costume, character individuality and the story of burlesque.

14 Jun

Nature Journaling: Sketching

Sketch in nature in this inspirational class, led by Alissa Duke.

25 Jun

Lauren Roberts: Fearless

Lauren Roberts discusses the high stakes, fantasy world of her bestselling Powerless series.

Until 23 Jun

4, 5, 6 Club

Join the fortnightly 4, 5, 6 club for an epic after school adventure at North Melbourne Library.

Until 19 Jul

Local Lunch Club

Join this Local Lunch Club and connect with your neighbours at this community gathering.

Until 31 Aug

Forest Therapy

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

Until 10 Jun

Curator’s Talk: Artists, Writers and the River

Join curator Judith Buckrich in a behind-the-scenes talk about her Yarra Birrarung exhibition.

22 Jun

Q-Lit Festival: Masterclass Series

Join this series of writing masterclasses individually or for the whole day.

Until 21 Jun

PLAY: Process Lab

An event series that explores the creative process of making contemporary works.

Until 30 Jun

Shrine Kids

A free self-guided program for visitors of all ages.

Until 7 Oct

Maracatu Estrela do Mar: Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops

Explore Afro-Brazilian percussion and music at this workshop series from Estrela do Mar.

Until 17 Aug

Colourful Mosaic Coaster Workshop

Come and make mosaic coasters and step into the world of colours.

13 Jun

In Conversation with Holden Sheppard

Holden Sheppard launches his first novel for adults, King of Dirt.

14 Jun

Sip and Paint Rainbows: Create, Rotate and Celebrate

Celebrate Pride Month with creativity, connection and colour.

31 May

The life of George 'Beau' Brummell with Chris Browne

In this lecture, Professor Chris Browne will explore the life and legacy of George “Beau” Brummell.

28 Jun

Winter Sketching Workshop with Alissa Duke

Learn to sketch on location in the historic exhibition house of Fairhall.

Until Jan 2027

DIY Craft Workshops

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

21 Jun

Weaving a Knot Bowl Workshop

Learn to weav a knot bowl in this workshop with Michelle Harvey, all materials included.

10 Aug

Laneway Learning’s Big Craft Destash

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

Until 6 Sep

Learn to Cook Thai: Pad Thai and Papaya Salad

Join a hands-on cooking class, featuring two of Thailand’s favourite dishes.

26 Jul

Collecting Georgette Heyer’s Novels

Since her death more than fifty years ago, Heyer’s novels have continued selling in the millions.

24 Jun

In Conversation with Rosalie Ham

Rosalie Ham in conversation with Juliette K'Nell talking about her books.

Until 31 May

Mat Pilates in Italian

Mat pilates classes held in Italian.

15 Jul

An Evening with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

Discover simple, practical strategies to reduce stress, boost energy and create lifestyle changes.

Until 7 Sep

Polly Woodside Open Day

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

Until 17 Aug

Mosaic Making Workshop for Beginners

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

12 Jun

Knots of Memory

An intimate Q&A session to celebrate the release of Knots of Memory: Lorna Hannan’s Stories.

10 – 12 Oct

PAX Aus

An annual celebration of gaming and gaming culture.

Until 16 Jul

Poetry Open Mic

Come along to the Motley Bauhaus every Wednesday night to wax poetic.

Until 18 Dec

Strum and Sing Ukulele Group

A weekly free event for ukulele players and singers, for seasoned strummers or beginners.