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Writing workshop with Alexandra Collier

@ St Kilda Library
Wednesday 18 February
@ 5:30 pm

Got a personal story you want to tell but you’re afraid to write about your friends and/or family members in the process? Learn how to navigate writing the truth about your life for essays, memoir or creative non-fiction. And gain confidence in navigating the tricky ethics of writing your truth when it involves the people who are closest to you.

Alexandra Collier is an award-winning writer who has written for theatre, screen and print. Her memoir Inconceivable: Heartbreak, Bad Dates and Finding Solo Motherhood about her journey to becoming a solo mum by choice was published by Hachette. She has been writing for three seasons on the ABC/BBC detective series Return to Paradise. Alexandra has written for a range of mediums and people, including Esther Perel, Showtime (TV network), The Guardian, The Age/Sydney Morning Herald, Harper’s Bazaar and Mamamia.

Free

St Kilda Library, 150 Carlisle St (opposite Town Hall)

Celebrating Native Bees and flowering plants

@ New EcoCentre
Saturday 21 February
@ 2:30 pm

This interactive session highlights the specific needs of various native bees and their indigenous plant associations that have evolved over time.

Whether you are a land managers or a newbie gardener, this session will provide greater insight into what some native bees look like, places they may be nesting and how to recognise the signs of occupation in your garden or at your local park.

Free

New EcoCentre, 55A Blessington St, St Kilda

Vegan Brunch Workshop (Eggs and Facon)

@ New EcoCentre
Sunday 22 February
@ 10:00 am

Discover just how delicious a plant-powered brunch can be in this fun and flavour-packed workshop with Elodie.

you’ll explore simple ingredients that can be transformed into vegan eggs and crispy, smoky bacon — dishes so satisfying that even your non-vegan friends will be asking for seconds.

$45/$35

New EcoCentre, 55A Blessington St, St Kilda

Marianne Williamson Live

@ Palais
Wednesday 25 February

A Night Of Healing in Uncertain Times with bestselling author, spiritual teacher, and social activist Marianne Williamson.

Palais, Lower Esplanade

Wednesday Sit Meditation

@ New EcoCentre
Wednesday 21 January
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Wednesday 23 December
@ 7:20 pm

Wednesday

Melbourne Insight Meditation presents weekly sits at the new EcoCentre.

All experience levels welcome; no previous training needed.

7:20 pm for a prompt 7:30 pm start until 8.45 pm

$10 / $5 cover charge donation

New EcoCentre, 55A Blessington St, St Kilda