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*IN-PERSON* Fiona Lowe - A Home Like Ours

Author Talk

2021-03-10 18:30:00 2021-03-10 19:30:00 Australia/Melbourne *IN-PERSON* Fiona Lowe - A Home Like Ours What really lies beneath the idyllic facade of this small town? From 'The Queen' of novels about family and relationships, Geelong best selling author Fiona Lowe. Waurn Ponds Library -

Wednesday, March 10
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2021-03-10 18:30:00 2021-03-10 19:30:00 Australia/Melbourne *IN-PERSON* Fiona Lowe - A Home Like Ours What really lies beneath the idyllic facade of this small town? From 'The Queen' of novels about family and relationships, Geelong best selling author Fiona Lowe. Waurn Ponds Library -

What really lies beneath the idyllic facade of this small town? From 'The Queen' of novels about family and relationships, Geelong best selling author Fiona Lowe.

A picturesque small town, a cosy community garden, a facade of tolerance and acceptance - but when three women with wildly different loyalties come together, what secrets and lies will be revealed? Can such disparate women unite to save the garden and ultimately stop the town from tearing itself apart?

A timely novel exploring prejudice and privilege, from bestselling Australian author Fiona Lowe. Geelong based Fiona has been a midwife, a sexual health counsellor and a family support worker; an ideal career for an author who writes novels about family and relationships. Previous novels include Just an Ordinary Family, Home Fires and Birthright, to name a few.

Returning to In-Person Events

In-person guests are limited to 40 seats for this event. If you have booked a ticket your name will be on the door-list. Attendees without a ticket cannot be admitted. There is no need to show or print a ticket/reservation, please just provide your name as you arrive.

Wearing a mask is currently compulsory for audience members at our indoor author events, unless you have a lawful exemption.

Seating will be socially distanced (and we ask you to please not move the seats), as will queues for book sales and book signings. Cashless book purchases are preferred.

If you are a high-risk individual (eg, people > 65 years of age, people with underlying health conditions) whilst you are very welcome, please consider the risks carefully. 

Please note, there may be further restrictions on audience numbers, or the event may be moved online depending on government Coronavirus regulations at the time. We will advise registrants of any changes via email and our website.

Safety is our number one priority, so please:

  • Stay home if you are unwell – if you have symptoms, get tested
  • Wash your hands – and cough and sneeze into your elbow
  • Continue to use hand sanitiser
  • Keep your distance – 1.5 metres away from anyone you don’t live with

We request that you please be patient and flexible due to the evolving nature of this pandemic.

Access for People with Disabilities

If you have any access requirements in order to participate in this event, please email us at events@grlc.vic.gov.au or telephone (03) 4201 0523 and a member of the events team will be available to discuss your requirements further.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Author Talks |

TAGS: | recommended |

Waurn Ponds Library

Phone: (03) 4201 0670

Hours

Waurn Ponds Library

Mon, Sep 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 16 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Sep 17 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Thu, Sep 18 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, Sep 19 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Sep 20 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Sep 21 2:00PM to 5:00PM

Tel: (03) 4201 0670

About the Library

Waurn Ponds Library is located next to LeisureLink aquatic and fitness centre, over the road from Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre. The modern building features a children’s area on the ground floor with a semi-outdoor reading deck and family room. The first floor offers flexible areas for reading and study, and large non-fiction and young adult collections. Other features include public access PCs, free WiFi, coffee and vending machines, and a meeting room for community hire. Regular Baby, Toddler and Preschool Story Time sessions are held here. 

Upcoming events

Fri, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Mon, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Step into a world of imagination and creativity with this Storytelling Adventure! Cut, paste and design to explore... more
Step into a world of imagination and creativity with this Storytelling Adventure! Cut, paste and design to explore the art of collage. Recommended age: Preschool

Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Come and join us for this amazing Lego® challenge and use your Lego® skills to construct your very own self... more
Come and join us for this amazing Lego® challenge and use your Lego® skills to construct your very own self portrait. Recommended age: 8+

Wed, Sep 24, 2:30pm - 2:50pm
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Thu, Sep 25, 11:30am - 11:50am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Thu, Sep 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Join in the fun and create your very own pet portrait of your favourite furry friend. Recommended age: 5-8

Mon, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grab some pencils and let your creativity fly! Draw real-life legends or wild superheroes in a colourful celebration... more
Grab some pencils and let your creativity fly! Draw real-life legends or wild superheroes in a colourful celebration of awesome, every day and out-of-this-world heroes. Recommended age: 5-8

Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bring recycled materials to life! Listen to stories of young builders to inspire your child's project before... more
Bring recycled materials to life! Listen to stories of young builders to inspire your child's project before building with recycled materials in this imaginative session. Recommended age: Preschool

Wed, Oct 01, 2:30pm - 2:50pm
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Thu, Oct 02, 11:30am - 11:50am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Thu, Oct 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Discover the basics of Microsoft Word while designing your own Search and Find puzzle. Take home your puzzle to... more
Discover the basics of Microsoft Word while designing your own Search and Find puzzle. Take home your puzzle to challenge friends and family. Recommended age: 8-12

Fri, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Design and create your very own sculpture using simple wire craft techniques and beads! Recommended age: 12-18.

Fri, Oct 03, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Join us for some family movie fun. BYO popcorn! Recommended age: 5+

Mon, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
We will provide a welcoming community of fellow makers and creators, join in the conversation and share your love of... more
We will provide a welcoming community of fellow makers and creators, join in the conversation and share your love of crochet, knitting or arts and crafts.

Wed, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Wed, Oct 08, 2:30pm - 2:50pm
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Thu, Oct 09, 11:30am - 11:50am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Fri, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Mon, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Wed, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Invite a cherished elder or grandparent to enjoy a special morning filled with stories, songs, and smiles Ages:... more
Invite a cherished elder or grandparent to enjoy a special morning filled with stories, songs, and smiles Ages: preschool.
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Wed, Oct 15, 2:30pm - 2:50pm
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Thu, Oct 16, 11:30am - 11:50am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Fri, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.