Down South - Australian Tradies in Antarctica

The great explorer, Sir Douglas Mawson, led the first Australian Antarctic Expedition (AAE) 100 years ago this year. One of the activities celebrating a centenary of Australia's involvement and Mawson's historic achievements is a photographic exhibition Down South, which tells the stories of the fabulous men and women who have ventured to the Antarctic from 1947 to the 1980’s.

Susan Gordon-Brown, the photographer, has spoken to 25 tradespeople and photographed them as they are now, aged between 50 and 90 years old. You are invited to learn more about this successful touring exhibition which is a combination of these portraits and their stories, as written by Gayl O’Connor.

When: Wednesday 14th September 2pm
Where: Belgrave Library, Reynolds Lane, Belgrave
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 97547266 or book online - Antarctica

Cheers, Maryanne

Footprints - the journey of Lucy and Pepper in early 20th century Victoria

This exhibition from Public Record Office Victoria draws on original public and family records to tell the story of an Aboriginal family's struggle for survival in early twentieth century Victoria.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are advised that this exhibition contains images of deceased indigenous people.
When: Tuesday 6th September 9am-12noon
Where: Healesville Library, 110 River Street, Healesville
Cost: Free event
Enquiries phone 59624423

Cheers, Maryanne

State Library Exhibition: "Look! The art of Australian picture books today" opens 3rd December

The Look! exhibition at the State Library celebrates the worlds and stories revealed in children's picture books. It features original artwork by Australia's most talented illustrators.

The exhibition is open 3rd Dec 2010 - 29th May 2011, 10am-5pm daily (to 9pm Thursday, closed 25th Dec-3rd January)

Free Opening Celebration

Enjoy entertainment by Play School presenter Jay Laga'aia and Christof! the clown, storytelling and drawing with popular authors and illustrators, tours and creative activities in the Play Pod!

Authors and Illustrators:
Anna Walker, Ann E Stewart, Terry Denton and Elizabeth Honey

When: Saturday 4th December 11am-4pm
Where: State Library of Victoria, 328 Swanston St, Melbourne

Complete schedule on State Library website

Cheers, Maryanne

Geraldine Brooks at the State Library

Just received this announcement and I thought I'd share it with you. Pulitzer Prize winning author Geraldine Brooks will be speaking at The State Library about her latest work, The People of the Book, which revolves around an ancient Hebrew illuminated manuscript. The State Library will be having an exciting exhibition soon, The Medieval Imagination: Illuminated manuscripts from Cambridge, Australia, and New Zealand (28th March-15th June).

When: Tuesday 18th March 6:15 for 6:30pm
Where: Village Roadshow Theatrette
Entry 3 State Library of Victoria, La Trobe St

Tickets:
$15 per person $12.50 conc* unreserved seating. *concession available to Privileged Readers, pension and student card holders. Card must be presented to be eligible for concession price.

Bookings:
Tel (03) 9662 4699
Email: readers@readersfeast.com.au
In person: Readers Feast Bookstore, Cnr Bourke & Swanston Streets Melbourne
3000

Cheers, Maryanne