Event Description
Join ALIAVic at the beautiful narrm ngarrgu Library to celebrate Children's Book Week in style.
Come dressed as a book character to celebrate in true bookish style. There will be a costume catwalk and award for best costume, and well as drinks and delicious canapés.
We will also be celebrating the second annual Victorian Library and Information Award (VLIA) with the shortlisted nominees in attendance and the winner being presented with the bespoke VLIA perpetual trophy 'Hush'.
Sponsored By
This event has been made possible thanks to the generous sponsorship of James Bennett, Swinburne University of Technology, and City of Melbourne Libraries. Costume competition prizes generously donated by Lamont Books.
When
Friday, 28 August 2026
6:00pm - 8:00pm AEST
Where
narrm ngarrgu Library
141 Therry Street
MELBOURNE VIC 3000
Cost
ALIA Members - $20
Non-Members - $30
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