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The month of May brings a fantastic range of events for the whole family to enjoy. Regular programs have also returned following the school holidays, so you can enjoy pre-school storytimes, The Think Tank, and Family Fun. Adults can get social and learn creative skills with Libraries At Dusk or Art Series.

Don't forget our virtual library is open 24/7. Find your next great read in eBook or eAudiobook, research your family tree, or find fun educational games for kids - there's something for everyone.

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Featured Resource

Free Study Help for Library Members

Need some study help? Get personalised live help from a real human specialist in minutes with Studiosity, all free with your library card.

Studiosity offers help across core subjects such as English, maths, chemistry, physics, and business studies, for late primary, high school and some TAFE students. Tutors are available 24/7 during school terms.

This unique service includes a writing feedback option, where students can upload any draft for fast English-writing feedback from a real writing expert.

Find out more about Studiosity

For Children

Sensitive Storytime

Registrations are now open for Sensitive Storytime. Designed for children with autism and/or sensory sensitivity, these sessions are held in a controlled, fun and comfortable environment. For ages 3+.

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Family Fun

Looking for something the whole family can enjoy? Join us for Family Fun, an interactive program where primary school aged children and their families can learn to play different board games, create with LEGO ®, solve puzzles and more.

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States of Matter - The Think Tank

Learn about what goes on inside different molecules. Gain knowledge from explosions, modelling molecules, dancing colours, links to the water cycle and the peculiar substance (oobleck) - it's solid, liquid and gas, plus so much more.

View all events in the Think Tank Program

Reading and Fun for Children

Discover free online resources that promote a love of reading and creativity. Includes Busy Things, LOTE4Kids, Story Box Library, Tumblebooks and Kanopy for Kids.

Baby Bounce, Toddler Time and Storytime

These weekly sessions support children in the development of skills to encourage literacy, creativity and lifelong learning. Explore and grow with your child at these engaging sessions.

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For Young People

Sports Club at the Hub

Join in small-sided soccer games at Springvale Community Hub. Make new friends and practise your skills in a fun and casual environment.

Find out more about Sports Club at the Hub

Study and Learning Resources

Get free access to online resources to help with study and learning with your library card. Connected with a tutor, learn a language, or build new skills.

Go to the Study and Learning Resources Webpage

For Adults

Stream Movies and Documentaries with Kanopy

Not everything is on Netflix. If you love independent, classic film and world cinema, you'll find plenty of great viewing on Kanopy, including movies that you won't find elsewhere.

Stream the most acclaimed movies and documentaries from award-winning filmmakers, and experience the best in independent, classic film and world cinema, all free with your library card.

You can also keep the kids occupied with a selection of educational and engaging films and TV series in Kanopy Kids.

Find out more about Kanopy

Temporary Pause on Inter-library Loans

The National Library of Australia is creating a new national inter-library loan service from April to June 2025. Whilst we await the rollout of the new platform, our inter-library loan service is suspended. You can still enjoy access to items in the library catalogue during this time.

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Recording Booth at Dandenong Library

Have you got some tunes waiting to come out, but need a quiet place to record? As a library member you have free access to a state-of-the-art recording booth to record music, podcasts, voice overs or other audio content.

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Origami - Libraries At Dusk

Learn the art of paper folding in a fun and relaxed setting. We provide the paper and instructions, and our friendly team member will guide you through creating your own masterpieces. Perfect for beginners and anyone looking to unwind with creativity.

Find out more about Origami - Libraries At Dusk

Traditional Chinese Painting - Art Series

Join local artist Florence Wang and discover the joy of traditional Chinese ink painting. Uncover this ancient medium, create beautiful art on your own or together with friends in this beginner friendly workshop.

Find out more about Art Series programs

Reading Circle

Do you enjoy chatting and hearing about books? Would you like some ideas about what to read next? Join the Reading Circle and get inspired. There are no set books, just good fun with like-minded bookworms. Come along and join in the discussion about what you have been reading.

View the Reading Circle Program

Chronic Pain Support Group

Are you affected by chronic pain? Join our peer support group and connect with new people and share stories.

Sessions will include occasional speakers nominated by the group.

View the Chronic Pain Support Group Program

The Social Knitwork

If you enjoy knitting and spending time with like-minded people, join our Social Knitwork at Dandenong Library each Wednesday morning. Come along and make new friends while building on skills, sharing patterns, stories and good times.

View the Social Knitwork Program

For more library programs and events see What's On in the Libraries

Reading Programs and Resources

Read and Relax Blog

Looking for some inspiration for your next read? Visit the Read and Relax Blog for reviews written by library staff. Find out what's new in the collection and discover award winning titles.

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Book Clubs

Have you considered joining a book club? Enjoy engaging discussions each month in DandEreaders or Libraries After Dusk online book clubs. Discussion notes are provided.

Read more about the Book Club