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Book group – Hawthorn Tuesdays

Tue 10 June 2025 –
Tue 9 December 2025
Free
Hawthorn Library

Fuel, Move, Thrive: The 5 pillars of men's health - Camberwell

12 June 2025, 12:00 pm
Men's Health Week 2025
Free
Camberwell Library

English Conversation Club – Kew

Thu 6 February 2025 –
Thu 11 December 2025
Free
Kew Library

STEAM Club for kids – Balwyn

Tue 25 February 2025 –
Tue 25 November 2025
Free
Balwyn Library, Balwyn

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