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Friday 28 June 2013 at 6:00pm

2013-05-21T00:00:00Z <p><em>Friday 28 June 2013 at 6:00pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>Join us as local band Brother Johnstone launch their brand new album, <em>Ghost</em>, a mesmerising soundscape of indie-folk hooks, laid-back grooves and acoustic rock, produced by the ARIA award-winning Chris Thompson.</p> <p>Free, no booking required.</p> 7437

Thursday 02 May 2013 at 6:30pm

2013-04-23T00:00:00Z <p><em>Thursday 02 May 2013 at 6:30pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>At 59, Lynne Champion swapped settling into middle age for botox, killer heels, men of all ages, teeth straightening, late nights and truckloads of mascara. Her debut, <em><a href= "http://www.readings.com.au/products/17097878/champion-tales">Champion Tales</a></em>, tells all.</p> <hr /> <iframe width="450" height="253" src= "http://www.youtube.com/embed/aFsR0X_8tz4" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> <hr /> <p>Free, no booking required.</p> 7421

Saturday 20 April 2013 at 4:00pm

2013-04-09T00:00:00Z <p><em>Saturday 20 April 2013 at 4:00pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>In celebration of <a href= "http://www.recordstoreday.com.au/">Record Store Day</a> (April 20), we've invited singer-songwriter Deborah Conway and Willy Zygier to join us and play some tunes from their new album, <em><a href= "http://www.readings.com.au/product/9324690080182/deborah-conway-willy-zygier-stories-of-ghosts"> Stories of Ghosts</a></em>.</p> <p>Free but please book on 9525 3852 or at events@readings.com.au.</p> <p>And don't forget that we’re also offering 20% off all vinyl at our Carlton, St Kilda and Hawthorn shops throughout the month of April.</p> 7324

Saturday 13 April 2013 at 11:00am

2013-03-20T00:00:00Z <p><em>Saturday 13 April 2013 at 11:00am</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>Dress up and come along to meet the Queen of the Fairies, author Shirley Barber, at a very special elf and fairy party. Shirley will be reading from her stories, including the <em>Little Fairy</em> series and <em>All the Jewels in Fairyland</em>, and talking about the world of the fairy folk. There will be prizes for the best dressed elf and fairy. Suitable for ages 2 to 6.</p> <p>Gold coin donation. Please book on 9525 3852 or at events@readings.com.au.</p> 7321

Thursday 11 April 2013 at 10:30am

2013-03-20T00:00:00Z <p><em>Thursday 11 April 2013 at 10:30am</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>Zucchini-Clan are looking to change the world with their fresh, fun, socially aware tunes. Bring along the kids for a rollicking good time as they play songs from their debut album <em><a href= "http://www.readings.com.au/product/2776000654755/zucchini-clan-wildlife"> Wildlife</a></em>. Suitable for all ages.</p> <p>Gold coin donation. Please book on 9525 3852 or at events@readings.com.au.</p> 7226

Thursday 04 April 2013 at 6:30pm

2013-02-20T00:00:00Z <p><em>Thursday 04 April 2013 at 6:30pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>Come by Readings St Kilda to hear some Latin-infused folk from the Simon Hudson Band as they play from their brilliant new album, <em>Time and Space</em>.</p> <p>Free, no booking required.</p> <hr /> <iframe width="450" height="253" src= "http://www.youtube.com/embed/hSSLEg09Fh8" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe> 7209

Thursday 07 March 2013 at 6:30pm

2013-02-19T00:00:00Z <p><em>Thursday 07 March 2013 at 6:30pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>Join us in celebrating <em><a href= "http://www.readings.com.au/product/9781742664989/">A Song for the Road: Touring Tales From Our Best Singer-Songwriters</a></em>, with live performances and readings from Kim Salmon, Mark Seymour, Angie Hart and Magic Dirt’s Raúl Sánchez.</p> <p>Gold coin donation.</p> <p>Please book on 9525 3852 or at events@readings.com.au.</p> <p><a href= "https://www.facebook.com/events/340624259370629/">Please share this event on Facebook.</a></p> 7093

Thursday 07 February 2013 at 7:30pm

2013-01-21T00:00:00Z <p><em>Thursday 07 February 2013 at 7:30pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>Hear Luke Legs and the Midnight Specials perform songs from their remarkable new alt-country CD Why Oh Why? (My Caroline). This breakthrough album has been spinning on RRR, PBS and JJJ. In the words of Dan Watt (<em>Beat Magazine</em>) Why Oh Why? (My Caroline) ‘combines the Irish heart of the Pogues, with the depth and melting lyricism of Gillian Welch and Ryan Adams.’</p> <p>Check the band out at <a href= "http://www.myspace.com/lukelegs">www.myspace.com/lukelegs</a>, and then git on down to Readings St Kilda for this free performance, presented as part of the St Kilda Festival.</p> <p>Free. Booking are required, please call 9525 3852.</p> 7091

Wednesday 06 February 2013 at 6:00pm

2013-01-18T00:00:00Z <p><em>Wednesday 06 February 2013 at 6:00pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>Kutcha Edwards will launch Steaphan’s new book <a href= "http://www.readings.com.au/product/9781921833243/">Boorun’s Canoe</a>.</p> <p><em>Boorun’s Canoe</em> is a story about the passing of knowledge from a grandfather to his grandsons. Gunai artist Steaphan Paton, along with his brothers and cousins, are shown how to make a traditional bark canoe by their Pop, Albert Mullet, Senior Gunai/Kurnai Elder.</p> <p>‘Boorun the Pelican, our Gunai Ancestor, came to Gippsland carrying a bark canoe on his head. Canoes are part of the story of who we are and where we come from. I want to respect my Ancestors by continuing the tradition of canoe-making and safeguard it for future generations.’ —Steaphan Paton</p> <p>This event is presented by Melbourne Museum’s Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, in the Yalukit Wilum Ngargee Festival, part of the St Kilda Festival 2013.</p> <p>Steaphan Paton is a Gunai artist. <em>Boorun’s Canoe</em> is his first book.</p> 7046

Friday 11 January 2013 at 6:30pm

2013-01-07T00:00:00Z <p><em>Friday 11 January 2013 at 6:30pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p><strong>Please note, this event has been cancelled.</strong></p> <p>Pop into Readings St Kilda at 6:30 for the sweet, countrified tunes of the Glorious. Featuring the dulcet tones of Readings’ own Dave Mather and his band.</p> <p><img alt="glorious" src="http://www.readings.com.au:80/system/uploads/assets/0003/2953/glorious.jpg" /></p> 7019

Saturday 12 January 2013 at 5:00pm

2012-12-04T00:00:00Z <p><em>Saturday 12 January 2013 at 5:00pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>Melbourne-born Paris-raised singer Nadeah (Nouvelle Vague) will be singing songs from her debut album <em><a href= "http://www.readings.com.au/product/9332727022036/nadeah-venus-gets-even"> Venus Gets Even</a></em> while she’s in Australia to perform at <a href="http://cartellmusic.com.au/sfsc/">So Frenchy So Chic in the Park at Werribee Mansion on 20 January</a>.</p> <p>“Part Courtney Love, part-Velma Kelly (Chicago), part Brigitte Bardot, Nadéah is a gloriously hot Mess, her eclectic fashion matching her clashing musical style.” - Drum</p> <p>Free, no bookings required.</p> 6852

Thursday 15 November 2012 at 6:30pm

2012-10-22T00:00:00Z <p><em>Thursday 15 November 2012 at 6:30pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>Annabel Smith’s <em><a href= "http://www.readings.com.au/product/9781922089144/annabel-smith-whisky-charlie-foxtrot"> Whisky Charlie Foxtrot</a></em> is the tale of two identical twins who are poles apart. Smith captures perfectly the nuanced relationship and the competitiveness between the two young men.</p> <p>Lisa Hill of ANZ LitLovers will doing the honours.</p> <p>Free, no need to book.</p> 6853

Thursday 22 November 2012 at 6:00pm

2012-10-22T00:00:00Z <p><em>Thursday 22 November 2012 at 6:00pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>Come and celebrate Ashley Sievwright’s second novel, <em><a href="http://www.readings.com.au/product/9780987403704/ashley-sievwright-walter"> Walter</a></em> the story of the sole survivor of a devastating suburban train crash who has no recollection of the tragedy, until, one year later, his memory begins to return.</p> <p>Free, no need to book.</p> 6706

Friday 19 October 2012 at 6:30pm

2012-09-19T00:00:00Z <p><em>Friday 19 October 2012 at 6:30pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p><img alt="ant" src="http://www.readings.com.au:80/system/uploads/assets/0002/9099/ant.jpg" /><em>After Zionism</em> brings together some of the world s leading thinkers on the Middle East question to dissect the century-long conflict and explore possible forms of a one-state solution.</p> <p>Editor Antony Loewenstein will be in conversation with fellow social commentator Jeff Sparrow.</p> <p>Free, but please book on 9525 3852 or at events@readings.com.au.</p> <p>Please share this event on <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/events/378820882186685/">Facebook</a>.</p> 6694

Thursday 11 October 2012 at 6:30pm

2012-09-19T00:00:00Z <p><em>Thursday 11 October 2012 at 6:30pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p><img alt="brett-lily-sm" src="http://www.readings.com.au:80/system/uploads/assets/0002/9055/brett-lily-sm.jpg" />Lily Brett, one of our most beloved authors, returns to Melbourne to discuss her latest book, <em><a href= "http://www.readings.com.au/product/9781926428475/lily-brett-lola-bensky"> Lola Bensky</a></em>, and the exploration of one woman’s life as the daughter of Holocaust survivors.</p> <p>This sparkling gem of a novel vividly brings to life mesmerizing and unforgettable characters with Lily Brett’s trademark wit and sensitivity.</p> <p>Free, but please book on 9525 3852 or at events@readings.com.au.</p> <p>Please share this event on <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/events/362698593808770/">Facebook</a>.</p> 6704

Thursday 18 October 2012 at 7:00pm

2012-09-19T00:00:00Z <p><em>Thursday 18 October 2012 at 7:00pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>Noemi Liba’s raw and original music soars with soulful vocal phrasing and intricate eastern loops. Come along and get a taste of her remarkable new album <em>See, Saw</em>.</p> <p>Free, but please book on 9525 3852 or at events@readings.com.au.</p> <p><img alt="noemi_liba" src="http://www.readings.com.au:80/system/uploads/assets/0003/0521/noemi_liba.jpg" /></p> 6708

Saturday 20 October 2012 at 2:00pm

2012-09-19T00:00:00Z <p><em>Saturday 20 October 2012 at 2:00pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p><img alt="billy-bragg-sm" src="http://www.readings.com.au:80/system/uploads/assets/0002/9115/billy-bragg-sm.jpg" /> We are honoured to have English alternative rock musician and left-wing activist Billy Bragg, appearing in-store to sign CDs and copies of his book, <em><a href= "http://www.readings.com.au/product/9780552772426/billy-bragg-progressive-patriot"> The Progressive Patriot</a></em> as well lay down a few tunes.</p> <p><strong>Please note, this event is now booked out.</strong></p> 6714

Thursday 25 October 2012 at 7:00pm

2012-09-19T00:00:00Z <p><em>Thursday 25 October 2012 at 7:00pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>Join Jack Howard for an amazing in-store performance of his new album, <em>The Story So Far</em>.</p> <p>Free, but please book on 9525 3852 or at events@readings.com.au.</p> 6562

Thursday 27 September 2012 at 6:30pm

2012-08-09T00:00:00Z <p><em>Thursday 27 September 2012 at 6:30pm</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p>A.S. Patrić’s latest collection, <em><a href= "http://www.readings.com.au/product/9781921924309/a-s-patric-las-vegas-for-vegans"> Las Vegas for Vegans</a></em>, takes us everywhere, from a hotel in Rome to the shores of the Danube, all the while brimming with humour and compassion. Join us for an evening of brilliant storytelling.</p> <p>Free, no need to book.</p> 6533

Saturday 11 August 2012 at 10:00am

2012-08-07T00:00:00Z <p><em>Saturday 11 August 2012 at 10:00am</em></p><p><em>Readings St Kilda: 112 Acland St, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182</em></p><p><img alt="national-bookshop-day2" src="http://www.readings.com.au:80/system/uploads/assets/0002/7589/national-bookshop-day2.jpg" /></p> <hr /> <p>National Bookshop Day is this Saturday, the 11th of August. Visit your local Readings where we will be celebrating all things local and literary.</p> <p>Drop by <a href= "http://www.readings.com.au/event/national-bookshop-day-readings-at-carlton"> Readings Carlton from 3pm</a> to hear Andrea Goldsmith, Catherine Deveny and Helen Garner reading from their favourite books.</p> <p>Share this event on <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/events/253609994751450/">Facebook</a>.</p>