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13 Oct

The Sceptical Botanist: Separating Fact from Fiction

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Come and listen to Professor Tim Entwisle, former Director of the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, talk about his wonderful new book.

Through 50 beautifully crafted essays, Tim shines a gentle light on everyday questions about plants and gardens, guiding the reader through fact and fiction. Including the best in gardening magazines and newspapers over four decades, as well as 24 pieces written specially for this book, The Sceptical Botanist is a tour de force of investigative writing from one of Australia’s most thoughtful and inquisitive botanical minds.

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Date Times
Mon 13 Oct
  • 5.30pm - 7pm 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Location

Entry via Oak Lawn Gate
Mueller Hall
Birdwood Ave
Melbourne 3004

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From $20 to $30

Adult / general $30
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  • telephone number: 03 9650 6398
  • email address: friends@frbgmelb.org.au
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This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.

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Poetry and Prose Readings
Until 28 Sep

Poetry and Prose Readings

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

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Nature Journaling Workshop: Southern China Collection
28 Aug

Nature Journaling Workshop: Southern China Collection

Take part in a roaming nature journaling workshop with Dr Kathleen Bagot.

  • Talk
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Panel Talk: His Majesty’s Most Loyal Internees
14 Sep

Panel Talk: His Majesty’s Most Loyal Internees

A panel discussion tracing the journeys of Dunera and Queen Mary internees in the Second World War.

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Mariano Coreno: The Long Voyage
2 Sep

Mariano Coreno: The Long Voyage

Italian poetry evening, with some English and live music.

  • Free
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