The perfect weekend secret? Find out inside


Hey Reader

Last week, we played a fun game of Two Truths and a Lie, and it's time to reveal the lie!

Drumroll, please...

The lie is, I once met my childhood idol while dressed as a giant fruit. And most of you guessed it right!

Now to something equally as fun as the idea of me dressed as a giant fruit—Book Week.

Running from Saturday 16 August - Saturday 23 August, it's the perfect opportunity to embrace the incredible role that books play in our lives.

To celebrate in true bookworm style, you can check out your local library's event calendar, explore some of the best libraries in Melbourne for kids, or visit one of these Tot-approved children's bookstores.

Happy reading!

Joyce xx


Top Picks

  • Picklepalooza (Friday 8 Aug - Sunday 10 Aug) Three days of free pickleball fun with casual games, skill clinics, and challenges for all skill levels across Melbourne. Docklands
  • Lightscape (Daily until Sunday 10 Aug) An after-dark botanical garden light show with over 20 illuminated installations creating a magical journey through the Royal Botanic Gardens. Melbourne CBD
  • Get Scientwisted Science Show (Saturday 9 Aug) Interactive 60-minute science experience with amazing demonstrations covering vacuums, chemical reactions, and static electricity for ages 4-104. Frankston
  • Heavy Body History Exhibition Opening (Saturday 9 Aug) Celebrate Wurundjeri Week by experiencing a moving image exhibition by a proud Lardil writer and curator—shown in the heart of Brunswick for the Winter Night Screen annual program. Brunswick
  • Science Studio (Saturday 9 Aug) Six hands-on family science activities exploring static electricity, forces, and density, plus take-home experiment booklets. Spotswood
  • The Artistry (Saturday 9 Aug - Sunday 10 Aug) Melbourne's ultimate celebration featuring global food, live performances, and cultural experiences from Greek gyros to drone shows. Melbourne CBD
  • Swan Lake Ballet (Saturday 9 Aug - Sunday 10 Aug) Victorian State Ballet presents Tchaikovsky's timeless tale of love, magic, and transformation through graceful classical choreography. Dandenong
  • Dare to Dream Jr: Disney Musical Revue (Daily until Sunday 10 Aug) Young performers aged 8-18 present 20+ Disney favourites from Frozen, Encanto, and more in this magical production. Altona
  • St Andrews Landcare Bird and Orchid Walk (Sunday 10 Aug) A friendly bushland stroll to spot small birds and native orchids along undulating tracks to wrap up Landcare Week. St Andrews

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