New Travel Guides in the eLibrary

Lonely Planet are one of the latest publishers to release their books in the eBook format and you can now find over 40 of their latest titles available in our eLibrary. So if you are considering a trip overseas you can log on to the eLibrary and download a guide that will help you plan your great adventure. And while you are at it why not brush up on your foreign languages by registering with our Mango Languages online resource. By registering you are then able to download an App from the Apple App Store or the Android equivalent from Google Play that will allow you to learn your language on the go.

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Jim & Liz Reid share their Trans-Siberian railway adventures

Jim and Liz Reid have travelled extensively throughout the world. One of their favourite holidays was on the Trans-Siberian Railway. They travelled from Beijing to St Petersburg - the longest railway journey in the world.

You are invited to join us to view their fantastic photographs and hear tales from an incredible journey of a lifetime.

Refreshments provided.

When: Thursday 9th February 6pm
Where: Belgrave Library, Reynolds Lane, Belgrave
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 97547266 or book online - Railway

Cheers, Maryanne

Bushwalking for fun and exercise - advice from an experienced trekker

Come along and meet Noel who will be talking about the adventures of the Maroondah Bushwalkers, from local walks and interstate trips, to international treks, Noel has done it all.

If you are interested in the outdoors, bushwalking, cycling, skiing and overseas travel, this is a talk not to be missed!

All welcome. Tim Tams and coffee afternoon tea

When: Thursday 2nd February 2pm
Where: Mooroolbark Library, 7 Station Street, Mooroolbark
Cost: Free event
Bookings preferred but not essential phone 97268200 or online - bushwalking

Cheers, Maryanne

Photography Focus - achieve great travel photos with minimal fuss

Paul Lucas who is a well-known local photographer will present some of his gardening and travel photographs from around the world.  He will share his hints and tips to achieving great photographs with a minimal of fuss.

When: Thursday 13th October 2:30pm
Where: Ferntree Gully Library, 1010 Burwood Hwy, Ferntree Gully
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 92948140 or book online - Photography Focus

Cheers, Maryanne

Photography Focus - Travelling on the Trans-Siberian railway

Liz and Jim Reid have travelled widely throughout the world. One of their favourite holidays was on the Trans-Siberian Railway. This train connects Moscow to the Sea of Japan – the longest railway in the world. You are welcome to join us and experience this incredible journey of a lifetime.

Refreshments provided.

When: Thursday 11th August 2:30 pm
Where: Ferntree Gully Library, 1010 Burwood Hwy Ferntree Gully
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 92948140 or book online - Trans-Siberian

Cheers, Maryanne

Travelling Europe on a budget with Mooroolbark Armchair Travellers

Come along to Armchair Travellers and Jane will give you some inside hints and tips for making that once in a lifetime trip not only spectacular, but also one that fits the budget!

Jane lived in the UK until 4 years ago and has travelled to a large number of European countries before moving to Australia. 

Discover some of the most exciting places to see, how to get there and to travel to make trips fit the budget.

When: Thursday 2nd June 2pm
Where: Mooroolbark Library, 7 Station Street, Mooroolbark
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 97268200 or book online - Armchair travellers

Cheers, Maryanne

Joel Magarey discusses his journey to Alaska & Bolivia & his triumph over OCD

Thursday 10th March 12noon -- Croydon Library, Civic Square, Croydon --

At age 25 and recently diagnosed with OCD Joel Magarey left a budding career as a journalist and his long term love and embarked upon an odyssey of discovery which took him from places as diverse as Alaska and Bolivia. The Age described his book Exposure: a Journey (2009) as

'intensely human, brutally honest, often touching and a paean to the enduring value of a journey of self-discovery.'
– Bruce Elder,The Age

Joel's journey of discovery helped him to triumph over his disorder. He now works as a Hansard reporter in the Victorian Parliament and is working on his second book.

BOOKINGS: Bookings essential -- Cost: $10
Phone 92945640 or book online - Magarey

Cheers, Maryanne

Book in quick for an evening with ABC Radio presenter Jon Faine

In 2008 Jon Faine and his son Jack left Melbourne the trip of a lifetime from Australia to London across some of the most challenging terrain on Earth. Their four wheel drive adventures were a journey of discovery both of exotic places and the father and son relationship.

Jon Faine is one Australia's best known radio voices, respected for his fearless interviews and personal integrity.

Please join us at the Karralyka Centre for a fascinating evening.

When: Thursday 24th March 6:30 pm
Where: Karralyka Centre, Mines Rd, Ringwood East
Cost: $35 includes wine and finger food. Concession holders: $30
Bookings in person at any ERL branch, by phone 9870 0177 or 9294 5640 or book online Jon Faine

Cheers, Maryanne

Take a tour of Sri Lanka - The Island Jewel at Ringwood Library

Travel with John on a fascinating journey through the heart and soul of Sri Lanka. John is an experienced traveller and has many tales to tell. All welcome, refreshments provided.

When: Monday 11th October 7pm
Where: Ringwood Library, 4 Melbourne Street Mall, Ringwood
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 9870 0177

Cheers, Maryanne

A Journey of the Spirit - The Santiago de Compostela Camino Pilgrimage with Clare

The Santiago Camino in Northern Spain has been traversed for thousands of years by saints, sinners, generals, misfits, kings, queens and Clare!

Back by popular demand.....Clare will take you on a journey from the Pyrenees westward to Santiago, an 800 kilometre pilgrimage she completed over 5 weeks in 2009. Come and join us ...Tea and coffee provided.
 
When: Tuesday 13th April 7pm
Where: Lilydale Library, Anderson Street, Lilydale
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 92943120

Cheers, Maryanne

Destination Peru

After returning from Peru, Graham Strachan, who has been honorary Mayor of Peru for one year, will share his experiences and knowledge of this largely unexplored land, the culture and traditions, the mystique of Machu Picchu and the heartstopping beauty of Peru.

If there is travel in your blood, then South America is the ultimate destination!

Come along, share travel stories and have a cuppa with us.

Armchair Travellers is held bi-monthly on the first Thursday of the month. Watch the noticeboard for dates.

When: Thursday 5th February 2pm
Where: Mooroolbark Library, 7 Station Street, Mooroolbark
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 97268200

Cheers, Maryanne

Armchair Travellers travelling Australia

Mooroolbark Library have travel talks bi-monthly on the first Thursday of the month. October's session will be Camping and organising a campervan. Donna has travelled through the Australian outback and Western Australia and will tell us about her experience!

For anyone who has travelled or ever wanted to, come and join us for afternoon tea and lots of travel tales. We'd love to hear about your travels too!

When: Thursday 2nd October 2pm
Where: Mooroolbark Library, 7 Station Street, Mooroolbark
Cost: Free event or cost
Bookings essential phone 97268200

Cheers, Maryanne

Armchair Travellers

Armchair travellers will meet bi-monthly on the first Thursday of the month. Coming up in June, chat with Hanna about Sweden and Gotland, the small island in the Baltic where she grew up.

This group is for everyone who has travelled or ever wanted to...come along. We'd love to hear about your travels too!

When: Thursday 5th June 2pm
Where: Mooroolbark Library, 7 Station Street, Mooroolbark
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 9726 8200

Cheers, Maryanne