What to Expect
Bring your treasured VHS tapes, audio cassettes, and old film negatives to life with expert guidance at this free drop-in session. Whether it's your parents' wedding video or your grandmother's 35mm negatives, you'll learn how to convert analogue media into digital formats to easily share and preserve your memories.
This event offers one-on-one support from the Georges River Libraries’ Research and Community History team, ensuring you get personalised help tailored to your needs. It's a fantastic opportunity to gain new skills and safeguard your family history.
Perfect for parents wanting to preserve family moments and introduce their children to the magic of analogue media conversion.
Activity Details
- Date: Wednesday, 14 October 2026
- Time: Sessions available between 13:00 and 18:00
- Location: Hurstville Library, Local Studies Room, corner of Queens Road and Dora Street, Hurstville
- Cost: Free
- Booking: Essential due to limited spaces; cancellations required at least 3 hours prior
Participants will learn to digitise VHS tapes, audio cassettes, and 35mm and medium-format film using library equipment. Please arrive on time as late arrivals may be moved to a standby queue.
Location and Access
The event takes place in the Local Studies Room at Hurstville Library, conveniently located at the corner of Queens Road and Dora Street. The library is accessible by public transport and offers inclusive facilities to support all visitors.
If you have specific accessibility requirements, you can email the library ahead of time to ensure your needs are met. Parking and amenities are available nearby, making it easy for families to attend.
The library is a welcoming community space perfect for learning and preserving local history.
Important Information
This workshop is designed for users who own the copyright or have permission to digitise the materials. The library does not endorse any products used during the sessions.
For participants under 16, parent or guardian contact details must be provided at booking. Failure to notify cancellations may affect future booking privileges.
Please respect the start times to avoid losing your spot to standby attendees. The library is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment.
Booking and Prices
This is a free event but requires booking due to limited spaces. Book early to secure your session between 1:00pm and 6:00pm on 14 October 2026.
If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking at least 3 hours before the session to allow others to participate. Booking details and registration links are available on the Georges River Council website.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to preserve your family memories with expert help at no cost.