Are you a man aged over 60? Join us at the Moe Library, from 10am to 11.30am on the first Tuesday of the month to chat, relax and yarn about the good old days. You don’t need to provide anything other than your own memories! Light refreshments available. 

2021 PROGRAM

Tuesday 2 February: Getting to know you – and the year that was 2020

Take a tour of the library; meet the staff and the other members of the club.

Tuesday 2 March: Home is where the heart is – Gippsland History

Your childhood, family and places, your first job.

Tuesday 6 April: Your patch

Your backyard, the vegie garden, your special hobbies.

Tuesday 4 May: School back then and games we played

Revisit your childhood with board and card games, lawn games and old toys. All about school life.

Tuesday 1 June: Repair, remake, reuse, recycle

Bushcraft skills and making do. Remember how we used to tie knots, whip ropes and make halters? What other bushcraft skills did you have?

Tuesday 6 July: Excursion to Old Gippstown Heritage Park

Join your new friends on an excursion to Old Gippstown. Enjoy light refreshments or lunch. Stay all day. Old Gippstown is open from 10am to 4pm, entry is $10 (adults) $8 (concession). Provide your own transport.

Tuesday 3 August: Music and Movies

What music did you listen to? Did you go to dances or the drive in? What movies were your favourites? Share your stories of what did for entertainment. Bring in some music.

Tuesday 7 September: Your first car was?

How did you get around? By horse, bicycle, motorcycle? We’ll remember those early vehicles, the railways, trams and buses.

Tuesday 5 October: Travel adventures, family excursions and holidays

Summer holidays when we were young. Places I’ve been and those I’ve yet to see. Share your travel adventures.

Tuesday 9 November: (2nd Tuesday of the month) Sports and leisure

Sports, leisure and recreation. Backyard cricket with all the neighbours… What sports did you play or follow? Do you like fishing, hiking, running, four wheel driving?

Tuesday 7 December: Let's celebrate

The festive season. What is your favourite Christmas treat? How we celebrated then and now.

Places are limited so book your spot now. For more information, visit www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/library  or if you need help to book please ask our friendly library team.