Celebrate International Women's Day with a powerful conversation exploring women's stories, identity, and personal agency through fiction.
Friday 6 March 2026
11:00am - 12:00pm
Vancouver St, Mornington VIC 3931, Australia
Free
Celebrate International Women's Day with an intimate and engaging conversation featuring acclaimed authors Anne Freeman and Kylie Orr. This event delves into the 2026 theme "Balance the Scales," exploring women's stories through the lenses of fiction, identity, power, and personal agency. Attendees will experience emotionally rich storytelling that reveals the private reckonings and quiet rebellions women face daily.
Expect a thought-provoking discussion on topics such as online identity, sexual autonomy, motherhood, secrecy, desire, and self-preservation. The authors' narratives challenge cultural norms and highlight the emotional labour women often carry invisibly.
This event invites reflection on the cost of silence, the power of speaking out, and why complexity in female characters remains vital in literature. Honest, sharp, and darkly funny, the conversation promises to illuminate truths that resonate deeply.
This event is designed for adults interested in literature, women's issues, and storytelling. It features a conversation drawing on Anne Freeman's "Me That You See" and Kylie Orr's "The Eleventh Floor." The discussion will explore how fiction can illuminate complex truths and encourage personal reflection.
The session lasts one hour and is free to attend, but bookings are essential to secure your place. If you are unable to attend after booking, please notify the organizers to free up tickets for others.
This is a seated event held indoors, suitable for those who appreciate literary discussions and International Women's Day celebrations.
The event takes place at Mornington Library, located on Vancouver Street, Mornington, 3931. The library is a welcoming community space with accessible facilities.
Mornington Library is easily reachable by car and public transport, with parking options nearby. The venue is family-friendly, making it convenient for parents who may wish to attend while managing other commitments.
Maps and directions are available on the library's website, ensuring you can find the venue with ease.
This event is free but requires prior booking to attend. Please ensure you book your ticket in advance to guarantee entry.
If your plans change, kindly inform the library to allow others the opportunity to attend. The event is suitable for adults and focuses on mature themes related to women's experiences and storytelling.
The library maintains a safe and inclusive environment, and attendees are encouraged to engage respectfully with the discussion.
Attendance is free of charge, making this an accessible opportunity to engage with important cultural conversations.
Bookings can be made through the Mornington Peninsula Libraries website or by contacting the library directly via phone or email. Early booking is recommended due to limited seating.
For further information or assistance with bookings, the library staff are available to help via phone or email.
