BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20220402T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20221001T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20230401T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20230930T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T210000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062403 CREATED:20230322T052457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T053759Z UID:35962-1684695600-1684702800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Life Drawing in the Basement (this event now cancelled) DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/life-drawing-in-the-basement-copy/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/641b9c63dce404b6288d524a.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062403 CREATED:20230403T064019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T045241Z UID:37131-1684751400-1684756800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Baron von Mueller Collection | Special Programs DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/baron-von-mueller-collection-special-programs/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/grimwade.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T143000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062403 CREATED:20230328T020210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T042439Z UID:36634-1684751400-1684765800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Cataloguing workshop | AMaGa | Geraldine Brault DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/cataloguing-workshop-amaga-geraldine-brault/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/managing-your-collection-vc-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062403 CREATED:20230323T232402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T042634Z UID:36178-1684753200-1684771200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-2/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230523T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230523T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062403 CREATED:20230321T000449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T050827Z UID:35640-1684837800-1684843200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks 2023 | Season 2\, Session 4 | Ballarat Heritage Festival DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/twilight-talks-season-2-ballarat-heritage-festival-2/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,Culture,The Collection,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/twilight-talks-gold-black-2023.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230523T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230523T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062403 CREATED:20230323T233214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T043831Z UID:36186-1684839600-1684857600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibitiion/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062403 CREATED:20230515T053426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T053446Z UID:39816-1684245600-1684249200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tour of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/tours-of-ballarat-mechanics-institute-heritage-2/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230523T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230523T200000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230323T222238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T011342Z UID:36146-1684868400-1684872000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tours | Ballarat Heritage Festival DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/minervas-secrets-night-tours-ballarat-heritage-festival-3/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/BMI_upshot_evening.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230524T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230524T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230403T064213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T045148Z UID:37133-1684924200-1684929600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Artwork of the BMI | Special Programs DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-artwork-of-the-bmi-special-programs/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BMI-project-update-2-Mar-2022-4-pre-conservation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230524T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230524T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230323T233445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T050020Z UID:36189-1684926000-1684944000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-3/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230524T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230524T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230321T000642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T003752Z UID:35642-1684949400-1684954800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks 2023 | Season 2\, Session 5 | Ballarat Heritage Festival DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/twilight-talks-season-2-ballarat-heritage-festival-3/ LOCATION:Chinese Library\, 200 Sturt Street CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,Culture,The Collection,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/twilight-talks-gold-black-2023.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230525T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230525T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230403T064243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T032706Z UID:37134-1685010600-1685016000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Photography of the BMI | Special Programs DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-photography-of-the-bmi-special-programs/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/looking-down-lydiard-street-north-showing-federal-hotel-mh1897.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230525T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230525T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230323T233604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T051119Z UID:36191-1685012400-1685030400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-4/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230526T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230526T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230323T233725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T051509Z UID:36193-1685098800-1685116800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-5/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230527T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230527T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230323T233037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T052035Z UID:36184-1685185200-1685203200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-6/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230403T234034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T052243Z UID:37168-1685271600-1685289600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-copy-copy/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T160000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230322T052852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T052627Z UID:35966-1685282400-1685289600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Life Drawing in the Basement DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/life-drawing-in-the-basement-copy-copy-copy/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/641b9c63dce404b6288d524a.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230321T005544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T052938Z UID:35656-1685296800-1685300400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Silent Film with Live Band | Buster Keaton in 'The General' DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/silent-film-with-live-band-buster-keaton-in-the-general/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Comedy,Culture,Film,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6407e4ff7a5635e16634984b.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T210000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230322T052741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T053247Z UID:35964-1685300400-1685307600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Life Drawing in the Basement DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/life-drawing-in-the-basement-copy-copy/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/641b9c63dce404b6288d524a.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230515T053426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T053446Z UID:39816-1684245600-1684249200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tour of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/tours-of-ballarat-mechanics-institute-heritage-2/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230605T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230605T143000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230328T021851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T023447Z UID:36665-1685961000-1685975400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Digitisation Workshop | AMaGa | Geraldine Brault DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/digitisation-workshop-amaga-geraldine-brault-3/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/hands-on-digitisation-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230515T053426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T053446Z UID:39816-1684245600-1684249200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tour of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/tours-of-ballarat-mechanics-institute-heritage-2/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230515T053426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T053446Z UID:39816-1684245600-1684249200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tour of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/tours-of-ballarat-mechanics-institute-heritage-2/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230515T053426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T053446Z UID:39816-1684245600-1684249200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tour of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/tours-of-ballarat-mechanics-institute-heritage-2/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230621T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230621T190000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230411T035700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T034811Z UID:37790-1687370400-1687374000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Exploring the Path to Clean Energy with Alan Finkel (Ballarat) DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-wheeler-centre-powering-up-alan-finkel-in-ballarat/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Powering-Up-with-Alan-Finkel-square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230515T053426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T053446Z UID:39816-1684245600-1684249200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tour of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/tours-of-ballarat-mechanics-institute-heritage-2/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230630T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230630T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230406T032945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T025730Z UID:37636-1688133600-1688137200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Meet the Author | Maya Linnell DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/meet-the-author-maya-linnell/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Culture,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/unnamed1-e1680747452966.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230515T053426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T053446Z UID:39816-1684245600-1684249200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tour of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/tours-of-ballarat-mechanics-institute-heritage-2/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230704T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230704T200000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230404T025826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T043505Z UID:37295-1688497200-1688500800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Meet the Author | A. J. Lyndon DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/meet-the-author-aj-lyndon/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Culture,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/cannon-ballarat-2019-e1680574946680.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260411T062404 CREATED:20230515T053426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T053446Z UID:39816-1684245600-1684249200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tour of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Libraries in partnership with BMI Meet Ann CleevesMeet Ann Cleeves on her 2022 Australian tour as she discusses Vera Stanhope’sreturn in her newest book\, The Rising Tide.Ann Cleeves is the creator of popular detictives Vera Stanhome (ITV’s Vera)\, Jimmy Perez (BBC One’s Shetland)\, and Matthew Venn IITV’s The Long Call). Bookings are essential. Contact the Ballarat Library on 5338 6850. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ann Cleeves\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Ann \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jock Serong\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Jock \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times When theatre-maker Gin  O’Brien found a script for a play about dogs she knew straight away she must stage it. As a result\, Ballarat  National Theatre is now getting ready to present the local premiere of The Dog Logs\, a play written by \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb \n \n \n \n 09/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The Twilight Talks series is back at the the Ballaarat  Mechanics’ Institute this month with more tales from Henry Lawson’s 1887 exploration of local  Eureka Rebellion sites. Taking place on Wednesday 15 April\, the first talk will feature guest presenter Hedley Thomson who last year provided \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 06/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin SDB with Gerardine Christou Don’t miss Gerardine at the BMI on Tuesday 14 April at 6pm This is the story of Peg\, an ordinary woman who was ‘made of extraordinary stuff’ Margaret (Peg) Rankin is remembered by all who knew and loved her as a \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 01/04/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\, I have been struck by the genuine passion\, knowledge\, and commitment that each staff member and volunteer brings to this organization.  It is this collective capability that ensures we are not only recognized for our remarkable building\, but are continuing to evolve as a vibrant \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – April 2026 \n \n \n \n 31/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Twilight Talks \n \n \n \n Read More » \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week \n \n \n \n 30/03/2026 \n \n No Comments \n \n \n What The Bones Know Kirstyn McDermott A child’s bones\, a lost girl\, a mind adrift – sometimes what is lost comes back to haunt you…from an award-winning author comes a contemporary gothic tale of guilt\, grief and redemption. In the village of Kiln Creek in the Victorian Highlands\, a ghost gum falls in a storm. \n \n \n \n Read More » URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/tours-of-ballarat-mechanics-institute-heritage-2/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR