Everyone has the brains for Mathematics. Find out how to solve problems quickly

Bill Handley from Learning Unlimited Australia will demonstrate how to:

• Solve problems simply and quickly using his speed mathematics system
• Master multiplication tables in minutes
• A simple method to check answers

Ideal for students, parents and teachers.

When: Saturday 26th March 11am
Where: Yarra Junction Library, Hoddle Street, Yarra Junction
Cost: Free event
Bookings appreciated phone 59671588 or book online - Mathematics

Cheers, Maryanne

Lifestyles in the library: Sweet treats with Jill Hess

Come and enjoy a selection of sweet treats that can be served during Easter.

When: Thursday 24th March 2:30 pm
Where: Ferntree Gully Library, 1010 Burwood Hwy, Ferntree Gully
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 92948140 or book online - Sweet treats

Cheers, Maryanne

Join Eastern Regional Libraries in celebrating Harmony Day - Everyone Belongs!

Harmony Day is celebrated around Australia on 21st March each year. It's a day where all Australians celebrate our cultural diversity. The day is also the United Nation's International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

About Harmony Day

We will be celebrating Harmony Day with activities in several branches

Ringwood Library

When: Wednesday 30th March
10:30am - Concert performed by students from Blackburn English Language School
11am - Toddler Time
11:30am Refreshments
Where: Ringwood Library, 4 Melbourne Street Mall, Ringwood
Cost: Free event
No bookings necessary. Come and join us.  All welcome. Enquires 98700177

Rowville Library

Join us for morning tea to celebrate our multicultural community. BYO mug.

When: Monday 21st March from 10:30am
Where: Rowville Library, Stud Park Shopping Centre, Stud Road, Rowville
Cost: Free event
No bookings necessary

Cheers, Maryanne

Get an insight into mental illness with Kathy from the Mental Illness Fellowship

Join Kathy from the Mental Illness Fellowship for a talk about understanding mental illness and the support that is available for people living with an illness,  as well as their family, friends and carers.

Kathy, who is a Facilitator, will explain ways of creating pathways for people with a mental illness to connect with education, employment and the broader community.

Mandy will also share her journey and recovery living with mental illness. Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced and achievements made.

Please come along and join us for this free talk.

When: Tuesday 22nd March 7pm
Where: Lilydale Library, Anderson Street, Lilydale
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 92943120 or book online - Mental Illness

Cheers, Maryanne

Storytime for Dads, Grandads & kids

Come along for some fun stories and songs! Bring your teddy, Dad or Grandad too.

When: Monday 21st March 7pm
Where: Ferntree Gully Library, 1010 Burwood Hwy, Ferntree Gully
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 92948140 or book online - Storytime

Cheers, Maryanne

Cooking Asian food with local Chef Stephen Wilson: a Cook's Kitchen event

Do you like Asian cuisine? Stephen Wilson will demonstrate how to make rice paper rolls and Asian soups.

When: Thursdsay March 17th 1pm
Where: Healesville Library, 110 River Street, Healesville
Cost: $3 per person
Bookings essential phone 59624423

Cheers, Maryanne

Learn how to save money, be debt free and cashed up with Cath Armstrong

Join Cath Armstrong from www.cheapskates.com.au and author of Debt free, cashed up and laughing for a fun night. Learn how to save money, be debt free and cashed up.
When: Wednesday 16th March 6:30 pm
Where: Boronia Library, Park Cres, Boronia
Cost: Free event
Bookings essential phone 97624099 or book online - debt free

Cheers, Maryanne

All libraries are closed on Monday 14th March for Labour Day

All branches and mobiles of Eastern Regional Libraries will be closed on Monday 14th March for Labour Day. Normal branch and mobile hours will resume on Tuesday.

If you know your PIN you can renew via the library catalogue - find out how to do this with the catalogue help. Items may be returned via the bookchute, except for Croydon and Knox (both chutes are closed).

List of all public holiday closures.

Cheers, Maryanne