What's on at the Library

WHAT S ON AT THE

LIBRARY WINTER 2013

MANGA CLUB CHILDREN'S BOOK WEEK LET'S TALK TEA!

WELCOME TO OUR LIBRARIES This winter’s brochure takes you on a journey of discovery with our theme, Food for the Mind.

We can learn how to make a healthier lifestyle our priority or how to grow our own food by connecting with our local community.

You can get crafty making a mini sculpture paper bowl or designing your own recipe book. Get hands on with an iPad and experience foodie apps just for fun.

Catch a movie as part of Movie Mania or feed your children’s imagination by bringing them along to our Children’s Book Week special event which brings to life on stage the story, Herman and Rosie.

Budding authors can find inspiration with our Reading Matters on the Road and Writing Workshop events.

As always we have our regular baby, toddler, preschool and youth programs and Holiday Fun! events that run during the school holidays. To help you make the most of technology there is an ever-increasing number of eKnow How sessions.

There is so much to choose from. Make visiting your local library part of everyday life!

CR ANDY RICHARDS / CHAIR Geelong Regional Library Corporation

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Bookings are essential wherever you see this symbol Unless specified events are free of charge however places are limited.

How do I make a booking?

Online – go to our website www.grlc.vic.gov.au, choose your event, make your booking and print your ticket.

In person – go to your local library and staff will book on your behalf.

By phone – 03 5272 6010.

CONTENTS SPECIAL EVENTS

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OPEN MIND LECTURE SERIES

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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

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eKNOW HOW

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PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

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ALL ABOUT KIDS!

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Children’s Book Week Special Event

Open Mind Lecture Series

A theatrical performance with original music, song and dance, thrilling drama, puppetry and comedy.

Dr Marcus Robertson talks about making a healthier lifestyle our priority.

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Programs for Adults From Readers Rendezvous to organic gardening, poetry to yarn bombing, there’s something for everyone.

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SPECIAL EVENTS The Continuance of Poetry: Celebrating the life and work of Rosemary Dobson Poet, critic and academic Professor David McCooey presents this special tribute event. The evening will feature readings by poet and writer, Dr Amanda Johnson and will explore the life and work of acclaimed Australian poet Rosemary Dobson.

Thursday 27 June Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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“As If By Magic”: Saving the music of the Britannic organ Join renowned organist, academic and consultant, David Rumsey to learn more about the significant project to re-record the organ rolls from The Titanic’s sister ship, The Britannic.

Thursday 1 August Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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Tell Me A Story We recognise Refugee Week 2013 with a special screening of Tell Me A Story, a local historic film showcasing migrant and refugee experiences and their personal journeys, memories and culture.

Friday 21 June Corio 6.30-8.00pm

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Reading Matters on the Road Presented in partnership with the State Library of Victoria, internationally acclaimed YA author Gayle Forman, will be joined by award winning Australian authors Myke Bartlett and Vikki Wakefield for a free evening event, Reading Matters On the Road to discuss the themes, form and process involved in writing for a Young Adult audience. The authors are in Geelong for one night only, so book your seat now to avoid disappointment.

Monday 3 June Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

Children’s Book Week Special Event

Who’s your Doctor?

To launch Children’s Book Week, we’re bringing the wonderful CBCA “2013 Picture Book of the Year“ shortlisted book Herman and Rosie by Gus Gordon, to life on stage for two shows only. Don’t miss this theatrical performance with original music, song and dance, thrilling drama, puppetry and comedy.

Saturday 17 August Newcomb 10.00-11.00am Corio 1.00-2.00pm

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Join us as we celebrate 50 years of Doctor Who - all eleven Doctors, the companions and the monsters.

Dress to impress - if you dare!

Tuesday 25 June Ocean Grove 5.30-7.00pm

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OPEN MIND LECTURE SERIES

OPEN MIND LECTURE SERIES Dr Marcus Robertson Prevention is better than cure: embracing a healthier life today

Paul Fogarty Eating our Gardens: The Development of the Permaculture Movement

Medical doctor and former elite swimmer, Dr Marcus Robertson has spent years educating people to embrace a healthier lifestyle. Join us as we start the conversation on how we can all make a healthier lifestyle our priority as a community.

Thursday 13 June Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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Join permaculture designer, landscaper, teacher, horticulturist and environmental campaigner Paul Fogarty for this fascinating insight into the motivating forces behind the local and global edible garden movements. Learn some of the reasons why more people are becoming increasingly passionate about growing their own food.

Wednesday 17 July Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS Dirt Files: A decade of Best Australian Political Cartoons As the Federal Election draws closer, join us for a fascinating retrospective on the last decade in Australian politics as seen through the eyes of some of our best political cartoonists. This interesting session presented by editor Russ Radcliffe is sure to provide not only some laughs, but a serious reflection of the importance of satire and scrutiny in any healthy democracy.

Wednesday 14 August Newcomb 6.30-8.00pm

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Jo Case Boomer and Me

Peter Cotton Dead Cat Bounce!

When Jo Case’s son Leo is diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome she sees herself and her family through new eyes.

Join us for an author event that will explore the bittersweet story of a twenty-first-century family, and why being different isn’t a disability – it just takes some getting used to.

Wednesday 24 July Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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Egos clash, intrigue abounds, and corruption comes to light in Peter Cotton’s debut crime novel. Drawing on his time working in government and as a journalist with some of the country’s top current-affairs shows, the action is set against a background of suspected terrorism, environmental politics, and a Labor party in crisis.

Wednesday 31 July Belmont 6.30-8.00pm

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eKNOW HOW Ancestry Library Edition

Book a Librarian

This session is for new users of Ancestry Library Edition database and will provide an introduction to the site for those interested in discovering more about their family history.

Tuesday 4 June Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

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Monday 15 July Torquay 2.30-3.30pm Thursday 25 July Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm Tuesday 23 July Corio 2.00-3.00pm Monday 5 August Ocean Grove 2.00-3.00pm Monday 26 August Waurn Ponds 2.30-3.30pm Tuesday 27 August Ocean Grove 6.00-7.00pm

Ask an eLibrarian Book a 30 minute one-to-one session to help you connect your device to access the library's eCollections.

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Mondays Corio 2.00-4.00pm Wednesdays Belmont 10.00am-12.00noon

Monday 24 June Queenscliff 3.00-4.00pm

Fridays Belmont 10.00am-12.00noon

Book a 30 minute one-to-one session to help you use the library's eCollections to get the most out of your library membership.

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eKNOW HOW

Social Networking Explore and learn to use popular social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Wednesday 26 June Corio 11.00am-12.00noon

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Thursday 8 August Ocean Grove 2.00-3.00pm Cloud Computing What is the cloud and how can you use it? Learn about Cloud Computing through free services like Google Drive and Dropbox.

Thursday 18 July Waurn Ponds 2.00-3.00pm

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eBooks on your eReader Would you like to borrow eBooks on your Kobo or Sony eReader? Bring along your laptop and eReader and begin your journey with eBooks. You will be guided through the entire set up and downloading process and by the end of this session you will have your first eBook to read!

Thursday 6 June Belmont 2.30-3.30pm Thursday 25 July Torquay 11.00am-12noon Thursday 1 August Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

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eBooks on your Tablet Would you like to borrow books from the library and read them on your iPad or Android Tablet? Then download the free Overdrive App from App Store/Google Play, come along to this session, and let us show you how!

Monday 3 June Drysdale 2.30-3.30pm

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Tuesday 11 June Ocean Grove 3.30-4.30pm Wednesday 3 July Belmont 2.30-3.30 pm Tuesday 23 July Lara 10.30-11.30 am Thursday 25 July Torquay 1.00-2.00pm Monday 5 August Geelong West 6.00-7.00pm Wednesday 14 August Belmont 2.30-3.30 pm

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iPad Basics & Zinio Digital Magazines

Introduction to the Library Website and eCollections

Learn the basic fundamentals of your iPad and download the latest magazines free using our online collections in this two hour session.

Tuesday 18 June Geelong West 10.00am-12.00noon

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This session will introduce the library website and online catalogue, and demonstrate placing holds and renewing items on loan. It will also explore free online learning resources and downloadables.

Tuesday 13 August Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

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iPad Basics This one-hour session for the beginner will explore the Apple iPad. Find out why they are so popular, and learn some secrets to help you get the most out of your iPad. Bring along your own device, or use one provided by the library.

Monday 3 June Drysdale 1.00-2.00pm

Tuesday 16 July Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm

Wednesday 5 June Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm

Monday 22 July Drysdale 1.00-2.00pm

Tuesday 11 June Ocean Grove 2.00-3.00pm

Wednesday 7 August Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm

Tuesday 18 June Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm

Thursday 15 August Queenscliff 2.00-3.00pm

Thursday 20 June Torquay 11.00am-12.00noon

Tuesday 20 August Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm

Tuesday 25 June Lara 10.30-11.30am

Second & Fourth Wednesday of the month Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

Wednesday 3 July Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm

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eKNOW HOW

iPad Help Desk

Where’s the news?

Book a 30 minute one-to-one session to help you make the most of your iPad or iPad Mini. You can borrow one of the library iPads, or bring your own.

Increase your reading pleasure and get greater value from the Internet.

We will help you discover current and historical newspapers online.

Second & Fourth Tuesday of the month Waurn Ponds 2.00-3.00pm

Tuesday 9 July Waurn Ponds 2.30-3.30pm

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Free Digital Magazines Travel eResources Come and explore three online resources that can be used to plan your trip, while travelling, or simply to indulge in armchair travel.

Monday 17 June Drysdale 2.00-3.00pm

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Monday 22 July Geelong West 2.30-3.30pm

Want to read the latest ‘Better Homes and Gardens’ magazines delivered straight to your device using Zinio.

Come and learn how.

Thursday 13 June Bannockburn 2.00-3.00pm

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Monday 22 July Drysdale 2.30-3.30pm Tuesday 20 August Lara 10.30-11.30am

Wheelers Travel eBooks If you enjoy browsing Lonely Planet guidebooks and other travel books, or reading biographies, your library has a great new range of online titles from Wheelers Books. Come and learn how to read them on your computer, tablet or iPad.

Tuesday 20 August Corio 2.00-3.00pm

Thursday 22 August Belmont 6.00-7.00pm

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PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS Poetry and Prose Join the Bannockburn Writers for an evening of poetry and prose readings.

Come along to listen or join in the reading, it’s up to you!

Wednesday 19 June Bannockburn 6.00-7.00pm

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Let's talk tea!

Explore the history of loose leaf tea at this special session. Learn about the picking and processing and the many different varieties available and enjoy a cup too!

Friday 26 July Bannockburn 2.00-3.00pm

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Organic Gardening Derek Ryan and Jason Brown, members of the Geelong West Neighbourhood House will discuss how to set up a basic vegetable garden, composting and creating your own garden pots at this sure to be popular session.

Monday 26 August Geelong West 6.30-7.30pm

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A Culinary Mystery Are you a fan of the mystery sub-genre known as “cosy culinary mysteries” which include recipes in the books? Join us for a discussion and reading of a short story from this genre.

Tuesday 16 July Ocean Grove 6.00-7.00pm

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PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

Warm up in Winter with Yarn Bombing

Games Group

Join us for some yarnful fun! Knit squares or long lengths to cover the bare library poles and other features around the library at this fun social session.

Tuesday 2 July Ocean Grove 2.00-4.00pm

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Meet new people and enjoy some friendly rivalry over games such as Scrabble, Checkers, cards, Yahtzee and more.

No booking required.

First Wednesday of the month Bannockburn 6.00-7.00pm First Friday of the month Newcomb 10.00-11.00am

Book Chat Come and chat about the books you have been reading, hear recommendations and meet new people. No booking required.

First Tuesday of the month Geelong West 10.30-11.30am First Tuesday of the month Waurn Ponds 2.30-3.30pm Third Tuesday of the month Ocean Grove 2.30-3.30pm Second Thursday of the month Chilwell 2.00-3.00pm

IN FOCUS

Third Thursday of the month Torquay 7.00-8.00pm

Healthy Eating for a Healthy Heart

First Friday of the month Torquay 11.00am-12noon Second Friday of the month Queenscliff 11.00am-12noon

Learn about the risk factors for heart disease, discover tips about food, cooking from Roy Hoevenaars, Manager of Nutrition and Dietetics at Barwon Health.

Wednesday 28 August Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

Readers' Rendezvous

Writing Workshops

Whether you are a crime fan or romantic tragic our new Readers' Rendezvous events are especially for you!

Join other genre fans, meet authors and chat about the books you love to read‌ Helene Young: Half Moon Bay Join Helene Young, winner of Romance Writers of Australia (RWA) Romantic Book of the Year Award in 2011 and 2012 as she discusses her newest release, Half Moon Bay. Wednesday 19 June Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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Angela Savage: The Dying Beach Award winning crime writer, Angela Savage brings the experience of living and working in South East Asia to her best selling crime series. Join her as she discusses the latest release in her Jayne Keeney P.I. series.

Wednesday 10 July Belmont 6.30-8.00pm

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The Writing Process Join best-selling crime writer Angela Savage for a three-hour workshop on the writing process and creating a sense of space.

Wednesday 10 July Newcomb 1.00-4.00pm

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Reading and Writing Poetry Join published poet Rosemary Blake for this interactive workshop. $15 per person payable on the day.

Saturday 10 August Belmont 2.00-4.00pm

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

YOUTH PROGRAMS Manga Club Are you a fan of Anime and Manga?

Come along to Manga Club to meet other otaku and draw, discuss and share all things Manga. No booking required.

Ages 12+ Tuesdays June 11 & 25, July 9 & 23, August 13 & 27 Belmont 5.00-6.00pm Wednesdays June 5 & 19, July 3, 17 & 31, August 7 & 21 Newcomb 5.00-6.00pm Thursdays June 6 & 20, July 4 & 18, August 1, 15 & 29 Waurn Ponds 5.00-6.00pm

Pop Fiction Explore what makes your favourite cartoons, games, books and movies awesome at Pop Fiction. Join in to create stories, comics, videos, memes, and talk about everything popular culture.

No booking required. Ages 12+

TGIF Gametime Ready for a break at the end of the week?

TGIF Gametime is a chance for you to sit back with a controller, deck, or pair of dice and play games new and old.

No booking required. Ages 12+ Fridays June 14 & 28, July 12 & 26, August 9 & 23 Waurn Ponds 4.00-5.00pm

Tuesdays June 11 & 25, July 9 & 23, August 13 & 27 Torquay 4.00-5.00pm Wednesdays June 12 & 26, July 10 & 24, August 14 & 28 Waurn Ponds 5.00-6.00pm

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

Paper Bowls

Decorate a cupcake

Using strips of paper cut from the pages from magazines, withdrawn books or junk mail you will create a mini sculptured paper bowl. Ages 12+ Monday 1 July Queenscliff 2.30-4.00pm

HOLIDAY STUFF!

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Bring your own cupcake along to this fun workshop and we will show you some cool ways that you can decorate it.

Be inspired for your own party ideas.

Ages 12+ Thursday 4 July Bannockburn 10.30-11.30am

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Design Your Own Recipe Book Food Printing Make your own recipe book to keep and use at home, or give away to family and friends! Ages 12+ Tuesday 2 July Corio 2.00-4.00pm

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Create your own cut out designs using food stencils and make delicious looking bookmarks, cards and prints.

Ages 12+ Wednesday 10 July Corio 2.00-4.00pm

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HOLIDAY STUFF!

Digilicious

SWITCH Journalism Workshop

Get hands-on with an iPad and explore foodie apps just for fun. Ages 12+ Tuesday 2 July Newcomb 2.30-4.00pm

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Friday 5 July Torquay 2.30-4.00pm

If you are aged 12-25 years old come along and contribute an article to the next issue of Switch, Geelong’s youth magazine. These FREE workshops are run by experienced journalists and include lunch and all writing materials. Ages 12+ Thursday 4 July Ocean Grove 11.00am-3.00pm

Monday 8 July Ocean Grove 2.30-4.00pm

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Friday 5 July Geelong West 11.00am-3.00pm

Wednesday 10 July Waurn Ponds 2.30-4.00pm Friday 12 July Geelong West 2.30-4.00pm

Game On Get your game on at these hands-on console gaming sessions.

Ages 12+

Write a Recipe Poem Create poetry using cut up recipes, take words from existing recipes and create a poem, or use food as the inspiration for a poem of any style. Ages 12+ Friday 5 July Lara 2.00-3.30pm

YOUTH PROGRAMS

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Tuesday 2 July Bannockburn 6.00-8.00pm

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Tuesday 9 July Corio 4.00-6.00pm

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ALL ABOUT KIDS! Baby Time Nursery Verses Filled with songs, rhymes and finger plays to stimulate little minds and encourage early language skills, a Baby Time session is an early literacy program for babies aged 0-12 months. Sessions run all year except for January.

No booking required. 0-12 Months Tuesdays Lara, Torquay 2.30-2.50pm Wednesdays Corio, Drysdale 11.30-11.50am Wednesdays Belmont, Geelong West 2.30-2.50pm Thursdays Bannockburn, Geelong, Ocean Grove, Waurn Ponds 11.30-11.50am Fridays Barwon Heads, Newcomb 11.30-11.50am Fouth Saturday of the month Belmont 10.30-10.50am

Toddler Time Toddler Time sessions encourage early literacy skills through songs, rhymes and a shared reading experience that assists in the development of a lifelong love of reading in your child. Join us for this lively session. Ages 1-3. Sessions run during school terms. No booking required.

Ages 1-3 Mondays Waurn Ponds 10.30-11.00am Tuesdays Newcomb 10.30-11.00am Corio 11.30am-12noon Wednesdays Belmont 9.30-10.30am Wednesdays Ocean Grove 10.30-11.00am Thursdays Bannockburn, Geelong West, Lara 10.30-11.00am

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Preschool Story Time Sharing stories with your child is one of the best ways to encourage early literacy skills and develop a lifelong love of reading. Join us for a fun sessions of stories, songs and rhymes. Sessions run during the school terms.

No booking required.

Mondays Torquay 10.30-11.15am Tuesdays Bannockburn, Belmont, Chilwell, Corio, Drysdale 10.30-11.15am Wednesdays Geelong West, Waurn Ponds, Torquay, Lara 10.30-11.15am Thursdays Belmont, Corio, Drysdale, Geelong, Newcomb, Queenscliff 10.30-11.15am Fridays Barwon Heads, Highton, Ocean Grove 10.30-11.15am

Chatter Books Why not join us for an afternoon of bookish fun? We’ll explore your favorite books, authors, genres and so much more! Sessions run during school terms.

No booking required. Ages 8-12 Third Monday of the Month Belmont 4.00-5.00pm First Wednesday of the Month Ocean Grove 4.00-5.00pm First Thursday of the Month Bannockburn 4.00-5.00pm

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SPECIAL STORY TIME SESSIONS

JUST FOR KIDS 8+

Dark night tales

Angry Birds Ahoy

Put on your pyjamas and bring your favourite toy to the library for winter night’s tales.

Tuesday 18 June Ocean Grove 6.00-7.00pm

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Make model Angry Birds and Pigs, recreate a battle, explore Angry Birds digital world on iPads, and write a ridiculous poem all about those militant avians.

Wednesday 26 June Ocean Grove 4.00-5.30pm

Tuesday 20 August Ocean Grove 6.00-7.00pm

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Minecraft Explosion Sleepy Saturday Stories No time in the working week to experience story time at your local library with your child? Come grab a bean bag, cuddle up with your little one and listen to a special Saturday story time.

Saturday 27 July Ocean Grove 10.30-11.30am

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Tell...icious Tales Join us for a family storytelling feast of delicious, tasty tales that will leave you wanting more!

Friday 9 August Belmont 6.30-7.30pm

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Create your own papercraft Creepers, looking at Minecraft sites on iPads, and writing (not as hard as it sounds) cinquain poetry all about that fantastic world of Minecraft.

Wednesday 31 July Ocean Grove 4.00-5.30pm

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HOLIDAY FUN!

ALL ABOUT KIDS!

Bush Tucker Tales Join us for stories with an Australian flavour, featuring some of our iconic favourites. Ages 3+ Monday 1 July Torquay 10.30-11.30am

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Wednesday 3 July Waurn Ponds 10.30-11.30am Monday 8 July Geelong West 6.00-7.00pm Cookies, Treats and Everything Sweet

Wednesday 10 July Lara 10.30-11.30am

This fun session is sure to satisfy your cravings with stories about all those delicious “sometime” foods.

Ages 3+

Friday 12 July Ocean Grove 10.30-11.30am

Wednesday 3 July Lara 10.30-11.30am

Foods from Around the World Join us for tasty tales with an international flavour. Ages 3+ Tuesday 2 July Belmont 10.30-11.30am Friday 12 July Highton 10.30-11.30am

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Friday 5 July Ocean Grove 10.30-11.30am Tuesday 9 July Bannockburn 10.30-11.30am Wednesday 10 July Waurn Ponds 10.30-11.30am Thursday 11 July Belmont 10.30-11.30am Thursday 11 July Newcomb 10.30-11.30am

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ALL ABOUT KIDS!

Hungry Caterpillar Mobiles

HOLIDAY FUN!

Potato Printing

Create a food themed mobile inspired by this classic children’s book.

Ages 5+

Make fun stamps using potatoes and create your own artwork to keep!

Ages 5+

Tuesday 2 July Ocean Grove 2.30-3.30pm

Friday 5 July Lara 10.30-11.30am

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Thursday 4 July Queenscliff 10.30-11.30am

Monday 8 July Waurn Ponds 10.30-11.30am

Friday 5 July Barwon Heads 10.30-11.30am

Tuesday 9 July Newcomb 10.30-11.30am

Tuesday 9 July Chilwell 10.30-11.30am

Movie Mania

Tuesday 9 July Belmont 10.30-11.30am

Does it look a little cloudy outside? Maybe you’d rather some Linguini or perhaps a golden ticket is what you’re looking for?

Join us for a movie that is sure to stimulate your appetite. Movies are G and PG rated. Ages 8+

Wednesday 10 July Torquay 10.30-11.30am

Monday 1 July Corio 4.00-6.00pm

Mr Recycle Head Use a range of recycled materials to create your own Mr Recycle Head Man. Ages 5+

Wednesday 3 July Newcomb 5.30-7.30pm

Thursday 4 July Belmont 10.30-11.30am

Wednesday 3 July Waurn Ponds 2.30-4.30pm

Thursday 4 July Lara 2.30-3.30pm

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Monday 8 July Corio 4.00-6.00pm Wednesday 10 July Waurn Ponds 2.30-4.30pm Thursday 11 July Bannockburn 10.30am-12.30pm

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HOLIDAY FUN!

ALL ABOUT KIDS!

Gobble! Munch! Crunch!

Join us at the famous Carousel on the Waterfront for a special Story Time session featuring a very Hungry Caterpillar and much more! In partnership with Central Geelong Marketing.

Ages 3+ Wednesday 10 July 9.30-10.30am The Carousel, 1 Eastern Beach Rd, Geelong Waterfront

Origami Food Sculptures This activity will use the traditional Japanese art of paper folding to create origami food sculptures. Ages 8+ Wednesday 3 July Ocean Grove 4.00-5.30pm

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Thursday 4 July Waurn Ponds 2.30-3.30pm

Tasty Tales of Bush Tucker For a story time filled with Australian flavour and featuring some of your favourite tales, book now for this special session. In partnership with Central Geelong Marketing. Ages 5+ Thursday 11 July 10.30-11.30am GPAC Foyer 50 Little Malop St, Geelong

Monday 8 July Drysdale 2.30-3.30pm

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Thursday 11 July Lara 2.00-3.30pm

Techno Photo Feast Get hands on with an iPad and free photo software and learn how to take your own photos, edit and print them.

Ages 8+ Wednesday 3 July Belmont 10.30-12.00pm Tuesday 9 July Ocean Grove 2.30-4.00pm

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Bannockburn 25-27 High Street T 5281 2367 Barwon Heads Barwon Heads Primary School, Golf Links Road T 5254 2143 Belmont

Geelong Up to Sunday 2 June 49 Little Malop Street From Monday 17 June State Government Offices (upside down building) 30-38 Little Malop Street T 5222 1212 Geelong West

163 High Street T 5243 2655

153A Pakington Street T 5229 1939

Chilwell

Highton

51 Russell Street, Newtown T 5221 5129 Corio Cox Road (cnr Moa Street) Norlane T 5275 2388 Drysdale

Roslyn Road (cnr Bellevue Avenue) T 5243 4864 Lara 5 Walkers Road T 5282 4182 Newcomb

18-20 Hancock Street T 5251 3855

Cnr Bellarine Highway and Wilsons Road T 5248 1802

Mobile Library StopS Aireys Inlet Anakie Anglesea Cape Clear Deans Marsh Dereel Enfield Grenville Haddon

Inverleigh Lethbridge Leopold Linton Lorne Meredith Napoleons Portarlington Rokewood

Ross Creek Scarsdale Shelford Smythesdale St Leonards Teesdale Winchelsea General enquiries T 5272 6010

Ocean Grove Presidents Avenue (cnr The Avenue) T 5255 4218 Queenscliff 55 Hesse Street T 5258 2017 Torquay Surf City Plaza, Beach Road T 5261 3049 Waurn Ponds 140 Pioneer Road T 5244 0048 WESTERN Heights Western Heights College Vines Road, Hamlyn Heights T 5277 1177 Opening hours and further information available at our website www.grlc.vic.gov.au