International Women's Day Reading
In celebration of International Women's Day, our latest curated reading list offers a retrospective on shortlisted titles and the standout winners of the Women's Prize for Fiction, highlighting the extrordinary voices that have shaped contemporary literature.
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Ascot Vale Library
Fri 6th Mar | 4:00pm
Puzzle and chatAvondale Heights Library and Learning Centre
Sat 7th Mar | 12:00pm
View Instagram post by mooneevalleylibraries#FlashbackFriday ⏳This weekend is International Women`s Day. Grace Gibbons was a resident of Roxburgh Street, Ascot Vale. In 1916 she entered the Queen Carnival as `Queen of the Workers`, with Trades Hall praising her "indefatigable energy" and dedication to social welfare in Ascot Vale.
📷 Queen Competition Becomes Interesting (1916, May 24). The Herald (Melbourne, Vic. : 1861 - 1954), p. 1. Retrieved February 19, 2026, from http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article242324858
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View Instagram post by mooneevalleylibrariesHappy Bookface Friday, Little Monsters!
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View Instagram post by mooneevalleylibrariesDiscover the art of memoir writing with award-winning author Alice Pung. In this hands-on workshop, Alice will guide you through techniques to shape your personal stories into compelling narratives. Perfect for writers eager to explore their voice and craft authentic, memorable writing.
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📍Ascot Vale Library
Saturday 14 March, 2pmOpen post by mooneevalleylibraries with ID 18108129184703096Mar 4
View Instagram post by mooneevalleylibrariesDiscover untold stories of courage and secrecy. During WWII, Australian women fought a hidden war, operating in secrecy, shaping history, and then vanishing into civilian life. Sworn to silence, their stories were buried for decades. Diana Thorp, acclaimed journalist, teacher, and author of `Code of Silence`, will reveal the extraordinary lives that helped shape our nation’s history.
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📍Ascot Vale Library
Wednesday 11 March, 6pmOpen post by mooneevalleylibraries with ID 18087675397916989Mar 3
View Instagram post by mooneevalleylibrariesOur Mini film festival program is a series of after school sessions where primary school aged children will craft a story and bring it to life through stop-motion animation. Three creative sessions will lead to a special film screening in the fourth week, giving your child an opportunity to share their animation with family and friends. 🎬🎥
For kids aged 5-12. ✨ Free. Book now! Link in bio 🔗
📍Flemington Library
Tuesdays, 4pm
10 March, 17 March, 24 March, 31 MarchOpen post by mooneevalleylibraries with ID 18311113135260913Mar 2
View Instagram post by mooneevalleylibrariesThis month`s Classic Film Matinee at Sam Merrifield Library is `That Touch of Mink` (1962).
Cary Grant and Doris Day star in this romantic comedy about a wealthy businessman who pursues a relationship with a woman seeking respectability. As misunderstandings grow around their differing expectations, the story follows their attempts to balance personal values, social pressure, and the possibility of a future together.
95 minutes. Rated PG. Films are screened with subtitles where possible.
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📍Sam Merrifield Library
Wednesday 11 March, 2pmOpen post by mooneevalleylibraries with ID 17947253127110938Mar 2
