Macedon Ranges Libraries

01/06/2026

Our libraries will be closed next Monday (8 June) for the King’s Birthday public holiday.
Make sure to pop in beforehand if you need to stock up.

Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, 9 June.

31/05/2026

Warm Winter Read is here!

We’re celebrating the joy of winter reading with the help of our fantastic author ambassadors:

❄️ Jaclyn Crupi (House & Garden)
❄️ John Morrissey (Sci-Fi)
❄️ Keshe Chow (Fantasy)
❄️ Melanie Saward (Romance)
❄️ Jo Dixon (Crime)
❄️ Shaun Micallef (Comedy)
❄️ Kate Solly (Cosy Mystery)

Each has also curated a list of recommended reads—you can pick up their special Warm Winter Read bookmarks in our libraries to discover something new this winter.

👉 Join the Warm Winter Read here: https://www.ncgrl.vic.gov.au/warmwinterread/

31/05/2026

Winter is here, and so is our new What’s On program! ❄️📚

Stay cosy and connected with events, workshops, and activities for all ages across our libraries. From author talks and tech help to family fun and creative sessions, there’s something to warm everyone up.

📅 Check out what’s on: https://www.ncgrl.vic.gov.au/events/

30/05/2026

📖 Online Author Event 📖

Join BorrowBox for an exclusive online event with Colm Tóibín!
Don’t miss the award-winning author of ‘Brooklyn’ and ‘Long Island’, as he discusses his latest release, ‘The News from Dublin’, followed by a live audience Q&A. Hosted by BorrowBox

📅 Wednesday 3 June
🕢 7pm
🔗 Register: https://bolinda.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_g6_hplIOS6iUDPTZgm4HNQ

📱 Browse our collection of Colm Tóibín titles here: https://goldfields.spydus.com/

30/05/2026

A public service announcement from Macedon Ranges Libraries 🙃

Be prepared!!! ❄️🌨⛄

29/05/2026

28/05/2026

NAIDOC Art Exhibition
Romsey Library, July 2026

Calling Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Artists.

The library invites Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists to share their creativity and culture through an upcoming NAIDOC Week exhibition. We welcome expressions of interest from artists who would like to display their work in the library and join our community to celebrate the stories, strength, and creativity of First Nations peoples. All art forms are welcome, and we encourage both emerging and established artists to take part.

Expressions of interest by Monday the 1st of June to [email protected] or phone 5429 3086.

Artworks dropped off by Friday the 25th of June to the Romsey Library, 98 Main Street, Romsey, for display from Wednesday the 1st of July to Friday the 31st of July.

NAIDOC Week (July 5th – July 12th, 2026) is a platform for truth-telling, a celebration of identity and a statement of continuity. The theme this year is 50 Years of Deadly, honouring five decades of strength, excellence and cultural pride.

28/05/2026

Upcoming event at Woodend Library, Mon 1 June 1:30pm-3pm: Kids and Worry.

This workshop will discuss strategies that may help children worry less, providing information and practical tools to assist children in managing their emotions.

Part of the CatholicCare Regional Parenting Program.

BOOKINGS REQUIRED - https://bit.ly/4v9pJIg

27/05/2026

Today marks the beginning of National Reconciliation Week (27 May-3 June).

The 2026 theme is All In, and calls all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day.

To find out how we’re marking National Reconciliation Week, visit our website: https://www.ncgrl.vic.gov.au/reconciliation