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There are many events and programs available for your education and enjoyment in the Libraries.

Please note: some events have a cost or require booking, please read the event description for details.

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Events

Unley Libraries upcoming events

Video for Business (online, via video link)

Tuesday, 07 February 2023 | 11:00 AM to Monday, 13 February 2023 | 01:00 PM

Video is one of the most engaging mediums - but how can you use it effectively?

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Talks & workshops

Lunar New Year Storytime Celebration

Thursday, 09 February 2023 | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Join us for a special Storytime featuring the Jasmine Dance Group to celebrate Lunar New Year. Live entertainment, stories and a themed craft.

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids, Social programs

Let's Ditch Auto - A Makerspace Photography Workshop for Adults

Saturday, 11 February 2023 | 10:15 AM to 02:15 PM

Learn to take full control of your digital SLR camera in this intensive beginner's workshop with Marianne from Everlook Photography.

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Social programs, Talks & workshops

Photo Organising

Friday, 17 February 2023 | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Are you someone who values your photos and the stories behind them?

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Digital technology, Seniors, Talks & workshops

Writers Week Live Streaming

Monday, 06 March 2023 | 12:00 PM to 05:00 PM

3 more dates

Sit back and relax in the Library Live Streaming Lounge. Beat the weather and crowds. Enjoy the interviews live from the East Stage in comfort.

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Talks & workshops

Creating Content Online (online, via video link)

Monday, 06 March 2023 | 01:00 PM to Monday, 13 March 2023 | 01:00 PM

Stop scrolling. How to make your socials stand out from all the rest!

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Talks & workshops

Hanging by a thread

Tuesday, 07 March 2023 | 10:00 AM to Tuesday, 18 April 2023 | 05:00 PM

An incredible travelling exhibition of a giant handmade glass mosaic scarf.

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Exhibitions & festivals

Macrame for Beginners - An Adult Makerspace Program

Thursday, 09 March 2023 | 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Come along to a fun hands on workshop.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Social programs, Talks & workshops

Wriggly Storytime at Clarence Park

Wednesday, 15 March 2023 | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

6 more dates

An active Storytime for your wriggly little person! Join us for stories, songs and movement and a take home craft to further your child's learning at home. For ages 2-5 years.

Clarence Park Community Centre, 72-74 East Avenue, Black Forest 5035

Tagged as: , Educational, Families, Kids

A Mexican Celebration

Thursday, 16 March 2023 | 06:15 PM to 09:00 PM

Come celebrate Frida Kahlo, Mexican Food and Mexican culture for Harmony Week.

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Social programs, Talks & workshops

Party Styling 101 + Hands-On Workshop with Alexis Teasdale

Sunday, 19 March 2023 | 02:30 PM to 04:00 PM

Join stylist and event expert Alexis Teasdale as she shares her best tips and tricks for choosing a party theme for your next celebration.

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Social programs, Talks & workshops

Learn the Art of Lino Cutting - An Adult Makerspace Program

Thursday, 20 April 2023 | 01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Get creative and learn a new skill making your own insect inspired lino cut...

Unley Civic LIbrary, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Social programs, Talks & workshops

Stephen Orr in Conversation with Peter Goers

Friday, 21 April 2023 | 06:30 PM to 07:30 PM

Join local author Stephen Orr in Conversation with Peter Goers about his newest novel 'The Boy in Time'

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Social programs, Talks & workshops

An Evening with Victoria Purman - an Author Event

Thursday, 04 May 2023 | 07:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Join us for an evening with award-nominated and best-selling author, Victoria Purman.

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Social programs, Talks & workshops

Programs

Unley Libraries programs & clubs

Apple Q&A

Wednesday, 08 February 2023 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

10 more dates

Do you have questions about your Macbook, iMac, iPad, iPhone or absolutely anything Apple, or perhaps you just want to learn more?

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Educational, Seniors, Talks & workshops

Lunar New Year Storytime Celebration

Thursday, 09 February 2023 | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Join us for a special Storytime featuring the Jasmine Dance Group to celebrate Lunar New Year. Live entertainment, stories and a themed craft.

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids, Social programs

Makerspace open door sessions

Thursday, 09 February 2023 | 01:00 PM to 04:00 PM

5 more dates

We have the equipment, do you have the inspiration?

Tech lab, Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Social programs

Wriggletime at Unley Town Hall

Friday, 10 February 2023 | 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

3 more dates

Perfect for those wriggly toddlers. With action songs to keep busy toddlers moving, enjoy these fun sessions

Unley Town Hall, 181 Unley Road, Unley, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids

Babytime at Unley Town Hall

Friday, 10 February 2023 | 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM

3 more dates

Aimed at 0-2 year olds, sit with your child on your lap and enjoy 30 minutes of songs, rhymes, finger plays and stories.

Unley Town Hall, 181 Unley Road, Unley, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids

Storytime at Unley

Tuesday, 07 February 2023 | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

9 more dates

Join us for storytelling, songs, educational activities and experiences designed specifically for 2-5 year olds.

Unley Town Hall, 181 Unley Road, Unley, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Educational, Families, Kids

Digital Drawing Group

Wednesday, 15 February 2023 | 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM

5 more dates

Monthly group for young people who love to draw digitally on tablets or devices. We explore different techniques and learn new skills together.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Kids, Social programs, Youth

Storytime at Goodwood

Thursday, 16 February 2023 | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

8 more dates

Join us for storytelling, songs, educational activities and experiences designed specifically for 2-5 year olds.

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids, Social programs

Wriggletime at Goodwood

Friday, 17 February 2023 | 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

4 more dates

Perfect for those wriggly toddlers. With action songs to keep busy toddlers moving, enjoy these fun sessions

Goodwood Community Centre, Rosa Street, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids

Babytime at Goodwood

Friday, 17 February 2023 | 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM

4 more dates

Aimed at 0-2 year olds, sit with your child on your lap and enjoy 30 minutes of songs, rhymes, finger plays and stories.

Goodwood Community Centre, Rosa Street, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids

Helpful & Fun Apps

Wednesday, 22 February 2023 | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

From health and wellness, to fun and social apps, we'll help you get the most out of your device.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Seniors, Talks & workshops

Streaming Movies & TV

Monday, 27 February 2023 | 01:00 PM to 02:30 PM

See how easy it is to stream movies and TV shows from your mobile device, or a smart TV.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Seniors, Talks & workshops

Shut Up and Write

Saturday, 04 March 2023 | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

2 more dates

Do you like to write?

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Social programs

Yarnistas

Saturday, 04 March 2023 | 02:00 PM to 03:30 PM

2 more dates

Do you love to crochet or knit, or have always wanted to learn? If so, then join a friendly group once a month to learn and share skills, hints and tips.

La Scala Cafe, 169 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Seniors, Social programs

Young Creatives Group

Monday, 06 March 2023 | 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM

10 more dates

Channel your creative side as we explore fun activities with a focus on literacy.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Educational, Kids

Online Shopping: Explaining PayPal, Afterpay & Click & Collect

Thursday, 16 March 2023 | 01:30 PM to 02:30 PM

Join us for this relaxed and informal session where we will explain these three common terms you may see when online shopping.

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Seniors, Talks & workshops

Introduction to Windows 11

Wednesday, 22 March 2023 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Are you wondering what Windows 11 is all about?

Unley Civic Library, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Seniors, Talks & workshops

Excel for Beginners

Wednesday, 29 March 2023 | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Let's talk spreadsheets!

Unley Civic Library, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Seniors, Talks & workshops

Music & Podcasts with Spotify

Monday, 03 April 2023 | 01:30 PM to 02:30 PM

Discover all about Spotify!

Unley Civic Library, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Digital technology, Seniors, Talks & workshops

Exhibitions

Our Libraries offers many different types of art and cultural exhibitions. Keep an eye on this space as we often partner with Hughes Gallery and have some amazing artists.

Everlook Photography

Tuesday, 07 February 2023 | 11:00 AM to Friday, 10 February 2023 | 05:00 PM

We are showcasing some gorgeous photography from Everlook at both Unley Civic and Goodwood Libraries.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Exhibitions & festivals

Hanging by a thread

Tuesday, 07 March 2023 | 10:00 AM to Tuesday, 18 April 2023 | 05:00 PM

An incredible travelling exhibition of a giant handmade glass mosaic scarf.

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Exhibitions & festivals

Live music

Unley Libraries hosts wonderful volunteer musicians. During these regular performance times feel free to sit and appreciate the music or enjoy the background melodies while you read and browse our collection.

Please note that times and dates can change at short notice.