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SUMMARY:Making the Shrine: Stories from Victoria's War Memorial with author and illustrator Laura J Carroll
DESCRIPTION:Hobson’s Bay Libraries are hosting this FREE EVENT next Thursday evening at the Williamstown Library. \nLaura’s book is a graphic novel which is very rare in the local history space\, and she is going to speak to her use of Trove in the process of creating it. She also found that the memorial fountain in Williamstown Cemetery was designed by Wardrop & Scurry\, the family architectural modelling business in which one of the Shrine’s two architects grew up in. \nThis is a FREE EVENT\, however bookings are essential. \nMore information is available on the attached flyer here: Making the Shrine – Stories from Victoria’s War Memorial – Williamstown Library – 27 Feb.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/making-the-shrine-stories-from-victorias-war-memorial-with-author-and-illustrator-laura-j-carroll/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230509T140000
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SUMMARY:Back From the Dead: resuscitation and defibrillation
DESCRIPTION:In the lead-up to National Volunteer Week join us for an afternoon tea with Dr Allan Mawdsley\, from St John Ambulance Historical Society\, as we launch the latest exhibition at Williamstown Library: Back from the Dead. \nFrom early equipment to the latest technology\, see firsthand the progress that has been made in bringing people Back from the Dead through resuscitation and defibrillation. \nThe launch will include a special presentation on the contribution of St John Ambulance to the local community from as early as 1883 including the tragic West Gate Bridge collapse where St John had 100 volunteers on the ground within an hour. We will also be treated to a virtual tour of St John Museum which covers history going back to the Crusades! \nThe exhibition is curated by the St John Ambulance Historical Society and is one not to be missed. \nThe exhibition will run from Tuesday 9 May until Tuesday 25 July.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/back-from-the-dead-resuscitation-and-defibrillation/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220526T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220526T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T013141
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T001443Z
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SUMMARY:Case studies – practical examples of using DNA for family history research
DESCRIPTION:This session will present case studies that demonstrate how DNA testing can be used to solve mysteries and breakdown brick walls in your family history research. \nThis session is the third of three DNA genealogy sessions running consecutively at Williamstown Library on this day. Sessions will build on each other but you can choose to attend one\, two or all three sessions. \nWalk ins welcome.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/case-studies-practical-examples-of-using-dna-for-family-history-research/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220526T153000
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DTSTAMP:20260427T013141
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T001452Z
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SUMMARY:Who are these people? Understanding your DNA match list
DESCRIPTION:This session will cover estimating your relationship to your DNA matches to potentially place them in your family tree. The session will also highlight some important considerations when deciding to take a DNA test for genealogy purposes. \nThis session is the second of three DNA genealogy sessions running consecutively at Williamstown Library on this day. Sessions will build on each other but you can choose to attend one\, two or all three sessions. \nWalk ins welcome.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/who-are-these-people-understanding-your-dna-match-list/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220526T150000
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SUMMARY:Getting started with using DNA for family history research
DESCRIPTION:DNA testing has become a more affordable and increasingly popular way for people to explore their family history. This session will cover the types of DNA relevant to genealogy\, where to buy a DNA test for genealogy purposes\, and how to get additional tests for free. The session will also include a discussion on why ‘ethnicity’ estimates are not the most effective way to trace your family history. \nThis session is the first of three DNA genealogy sessions running consecutively at Williamstown Library on this day. Sessions will build on each other but you can choose to attend one\, two or all three sessions. \nWalk ins welcome.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/getting-started-with-using-dna-for-family-history-research/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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CREATED:20210728T063108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210728T081207Z
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SUMMARY:'The Lucas Girls': 100 Years of Women's Footy
DESCRIPTION:Join historian-filmmaker Bel Ensor and sport historian Dr Rob Hess for a screening of the short film ‘Lucas Girls’ and a discussion about the 1918 Lucas Girls football team and the history of women in Aussie Rules.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/the-lucas-girls-100-years-of-womens-footy/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210729T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210729T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T013141
CREATED:20210601T043517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210608T020349Z
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SUMMARY:Book Club: Benevolence
DESCRIPTION:To acknowledge and celebrate the 2021 NAIDOC Week theme Heal Country!\, Lenka Vanderboom is running a special Book Club event exploring Benevolence by Julie Janson. \nBenevolence is set around the Hawkesbury River area\, the home of the Darug people\, in Parramatta and Sydney\, 1816–35. The intensely visual prose interweaves historical events with detailed characterisation to shatter stereotypes and gives voice to an Aboriginal experience of early settlement. Author Julie Janson is a Burruberongal woman of Darug Aboriginal Nation. \nLenka Vanderboom grew up in the Kimberley on her Yawuru homelands\, and is a Director of Indigenous publishing house Magabala Books Indigenous publishing house. \nThis event will be livestreamed.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/book-club-benevolence/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210714T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T013141
CREATED:20210607T075005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T075005Z
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SUMMARY:Trove for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Trove is a National Library of Australia website which provides access to historic newspapers\, photographs\, and much more. Come along to this session to learn what’s available on Trove\, and some tips and tricks to find what you’re looking for. \nSome computer skills recommended.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/trove-for-beginners-2/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210512T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210512T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T013141
CREATED:20210203T205048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T205152Z
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SUMMARY:Discover Our Collections: Heritage @ Williamstown Library
DESCRIPTION:Williamstown Library is the home base for Hobsons Bay Libraries Heritage Collection\, dedicated to preserving the history of Hobsons Bay from historic maps and photographs to newspaper and local books. \nThe Library’s Heritage Room houses microform readers\, a high-res scanner\, interactive touch table\, and a regularly changing array of local history exhibitions. \nCome along for an introduction to what’s on offer\, and learn how we can help you out with your local and family history research. \nBookings are essential and spaces are limited. \nThis event is part of the Australian Heritage Festival.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/discover-our-collections-heritage-williamstown-library/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210428T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T013141
CREATED:20210203T205107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T205201Z
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SUMMARY:Finding Families
DESCRIPTION:Hobsons Bay Libraries’ experienced heritage staff will demonstrate how to search for your ancestors across a variety of online platforms\, including Victorian Births Deaths and Marriages records\, Ancestry\, historic newspapers\, and immigration records. Find out important family dates\, where your ancestors worked\, and what they did for a living. \nRecommended for beginners. Basic computer skills recommended. \nBookings are essential and spaces are limited. \nThis event is part of the Australian Heritage Festival.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/finding-families-2/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210311T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210311T194500
DTSTAMP:20260427T013141
CREATED:20210210T210521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T210603Z
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SUMMARY:BRAZEN HUSSIES: Film Screening and Q&A
DESCRIPTION:BRAZEN HUSSIES reveals a revolutionary chapter in Australian history\, the Women’s Liberation Movement (1965 -1975). \nInterweaving freshly uncovered archival footage\, personal photographs\, memorabilia and lively personal accounts from activists\, BRAZEN HUSSIES shows us how a daring and diverse group of women joined forces to defy the status quo\, demand equality and create profound social change – contributing to one of the greatest social movements of the 20th Century. \nJoin us in celebrating International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month with a screening of this acclaimed film followed by a Q&A with some of these inspiring women. \nPlaces are limited to allow for social distancing. Bookings are required.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/brazen-hussies-film-screening-and-qa/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210310T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T013141
CREATED:20210129T071535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T071535Z
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SUMMARY:Discover Your Military Ancestors
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn more about your family’s military history? \nDiscover the huge range of military records you can search online\, and find out what your ancestors did during the wars of the 20th century. \nRecommended for beginners with basic computer skills. \nBookings required as places are limited to allow for social distancing. \nImage from the Argus Newspaper Collection of Photographs\, State Library of Victoria. ‘Soldiers striking camp at Williamstown\, WWII.’
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/discover-your-military-ancestors/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210210T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T013141
CREATED:20210111T063528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210111T063721Z
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SUMMARY:Trove for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Trove is a National Library of Australia website which provides access to historic newspapers\, photographs\, and much more. Come along to this session to learn what’s available on Trove\, and some tips and tricks to find what you’re looking for. \nRecommended for beginners.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/trove-for-beginners/
LOCATION:Williamstown Library\, 104 Ferguson St\, Williamstown\, VIC\, 3016\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hobsons Bay Libraries":MAILTO:heritage@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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