Events and activities

The library has an exciting range of activities and events for all ages. Find out more about our events in the What's On booklet. Explore the Children and Families booklet today.

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The Future of Democracy

23 May 2026 Join journalist and writer Jon Sopel as he considers how to withstand the forces eroding democracies worldwide, in conversation with Nick Bryant and Rosalind Dixon.

Cheltenham Library, 12 Stanley Avenue, Cheltenham 3192

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Power Up with Dav Pilkey

24 May 2026 See Dav Pilkey (Captain Underpants, Dog Man) draw his beloved characters live and hear his inspiring life story. Prepare yourself for some hilarious onstage antics! Rec. ages 6+

Cheltenham Library, 12 Stanley Avenue, Cheltenham 3192

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Susan Choi: Flashlight

22 May 2026 Join Susan as she discusses relationships and alienation in her new novel, in conversation with Beejay Silcox.

Cheltenham Library, 12 Stanley Avenue, Cheltenham 3192

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Great Adaptations: Mick Herron and Suzie Miller

22 May 2026 Get behind-the-scenes insight into adapting stories from page to screen with writers Mick Herron (Slow Horses) and Suzie Miller (Prima Facie) in conversation with Benjamin Law.

Cheltenham Library, 12 Stanley Avenue, Cheltenham 3192

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Florence Knapp: The Names

22 May 2026 Explore the profound force of family and the life-defining act of naming a child with bestselling debut author of The Names, Florence Knapp, in conversation with ABC Radio National’s Claire Nichols.

Cheltenham Library, 12 Stanley Avenue, Cheltenham 3192

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Stephanie Alexander: The Cook's Companion

21 May 2026 Hear from Australia’s beloved chef Stephanie Alexander on the 30th anniversary of her essential kitchen resource and one of our favourite cookbooks, The Cook’s Companion. With chef Adam Liaw.

Cheltenham Library, 12 Stanley Avenue, Cheltenham 3192

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Bringing the Past to Life: Robbie Arnott and Tasma Walton

21 May 2026 Sink into stories from near and far in this Festival favourite event with Robbie Arnott, Yann Martel and Tasma Walton, in conversation with ABC Radio National’s Kate Evans.

Cheltenham Library, 12 Stanley Avenue, Cheltenham 3192

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Amitav Ghosh in Conversation

23 May 2026 Join acclaimed writer Amitav Ghosh to explore the themes of history, post-colonialism and environmentalism behind his rich body of work, including his new novel Ghost-Eye. In conversation with Michael Williams.

Cheltenham Library, 12 Stanley Avenue, Cheltenham 3192

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Mick Herron in Conversation

24 May 2026 Listen as Mick Herron reveals the details of the latest instalment in the Slough House thrillers, where theft, secrets and blackmail unnerve his band of failed spies. With Michael Williams.

Cheltenham Library, 12 Stanley Avenue, Cheltenham 3192

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Trent Dalton: Gravity Let Me Go

22 May 2026 Join multi-award-winning writer Trent Dalton to discuss his latest novel, Gravity Let Me Go, and its themes of love, family, ambition and deception. In conversation with Cassie McCullagh.

Cheltenham Library, 12 Stanley Avenue, Cheltenham 3192

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