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Local and Family History Events

Merri-bek Libraries

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Free events about the history of our local area, as well as events relating to researching your family history

Events in this collection

Coburg’s metal trades and foundries with Matthew Churchward
Wed, Oct 15, 8:00 PM
Free

Sydney Road businesses: Lofts Shoe Store and Congletons Hardware
Wed, Sep 17, 8:00 PM
Free
“Orontes” Adventure: introducing the Jones Collection of the RHSV
Wed, Jul 16, 8:00 PM
Free
The History of Lyndhurst Hall with Tony Isaacson
Wed, Jun 18, 8:00 PM
Free
The life of former Coburg Councillor and Mayor - Murray Gavin
Wed, May 21, 8:00 PM
Free
Preserving your Oral History and Family Stories
Wed, May 14, 7:00 PM
Free
Preserving your Oral History and Family Stories
Tue, Apr 22, 10:30 AM
Free
A look back at Coburg on film from the 1930s and 1980s
Wed, Apr 16, 8:00 PM
Free
Growing up in Coburg West with Barry Carozzi
Wed, Mar 19, 8:00 PM
Free
The squatters' grab with Wal Walker
Wed, Feb 19, 8:00 PM
Free

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Merri-bek Libraries

Organizer of Local and Family History Events

Merri-bek Libraries offers a range of free events including speakers and workshops, makerspaces and digital programs to promote learning and reading in Merri-bek.https://www.merri-bek.vic.gov.au/libraries/

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After-School Activities

3 upcoming events

These activities are for primary-school children and take place after school during term-time. See individual event for venue and times.

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Bike maintenance workshops

2 upcoming events

Learn how to maintain your bike with Cazz Clarke from Bike it Better. Bring your own bike and toolkit (if you have one)

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Community language events

9 upcoming events

We hold monthly Storytime sessions for children and their families in Community Languages. They are held in the Community Language, but everyone is welcome.

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Free School Holiday Activities

6 upcoming events

Find all our school holiday activities here - craft workshops, performances and digital activities all aimed at primary or secondary school children.

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LGBTQIA+ events

4 upcoming events

Upcoming LGBTQIA+ events at Merri-bek Libraries.

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Libraries After Dark

2 upcoming events

A variety of events, including Monthly Meditation, are held at the Glenroy Library. Activities will be advertised through Eventbrite.

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Makerspace events

1 upcoming event

Merri-bek Libraries have makerspaces at Brunswick, Coburg and Glenroy libraries. A Makerspace is a creative studio space where the community can come together to create, connect and learn.

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What's on for Adults

10 upcoming events

Free library events for adults

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Youth Activities

2 upcoming events

Events for young adults aged 12 - 18 years.

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Collection image for After-School Activities

After-School Activities

3 upcoming events

These activities are for primary-school children and take place after school during term-time. See individual event for venue and times.

Collection image for Bike maintenance workshops

Bike maintenance workshops

2 upcoming events

Learn how to maintain your bike with Cazz Clarke from Bike it Better. Bring your own bike and toolkit (if you have one)

Collection image for Community language events

Community language events

9 upcoming events

We hold monthly Storytime sessions for children and their families in Community Languages. They are held in the Community Language, but everyone is welcome.

Collection image for Free School Holiday Activities

Free School Holiday Activities

6 upcoming events

Find all our school holiday activities here - craft workshops, performances and digital activities all aimed at primary or secondary school children.

Collection image for LGBTQIA+ events

LGBTQIA+ events

4 upcoming events

Upcoming LGBTQIA+ events at Merri-bek Libraries.

Collection image for Libraries After Dark

Libraries After Dark

2 upcoming events

A variety of events, including Monthly Meditation, are held at the Glenroy Library. Activities will be advertised through Eventbrite.

Collection image for Makerspace events

Makerspace events

1 upcoming event

Merri-bek Libraries have makerspaces at Brunswick, Coburg and Glenroy libraries. A Makerspace is a creative studio space where the community can come together to create, connect and learn.

Collection image for What's on for Adults

What's on for Adults

10 upcoming events

Free library events for adults

Collection image for Youth Activities

Youth Activities

2 upcoming events

Events for young adults aged 12 - 18 years.

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Coburg Youth Take Over 2025 - Save the Dates

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Wed, Nov 12, 13:00

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More dates available

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125 Brossard Rd • Mickleham, VIC

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Tomorrow at 17:30

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Spanish Conversation Club - Coburg Library

Sat, Oct 18, 10:30

More dates available

Coburg Library • Coburg, VIC

Coburg Youth Take Over 2025 - Save the Dates

Sat, Oct 25, 16:00

More dates available

Coburg Library • Coburg, VIC

Fresh Networking Coburg - Guest Registration

Wed, Oct 8, 07:30 + 11 more events

More dates available

The Boot Factory • Coburg, VIC

Facebook Updates for Trades & Builders

Mon, Nov 10, 07:00

91 Watt Rd • Mornington, VIC

TMV Industry Excursions - The Rare Trades Centre @ Sovereign Hill

Wed, Nov 12, 13:00

The Australian Centre for Rare Arts & Forgotten Trades • Golden Point, VIC

Churchill Park Walk

Fri, Oct 10, 09:30 + 3 more events

More dates available

Churchill National Park • Lysterfield South, VIC

Churchill Park Lip Sync Night

Fri, Oct 10, 18:30

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints • Narre Warren, VIC

Higher Life Conference 2025 at BethelLife Church, Melbourne

Fri, Nov 14, 18:00

125 Brossard Rd • Mickleham, VIC