Events and Programs Calendar September - November 2013

WHAT S ON AT THE

LIBRARY SPRING 2013

FOLLOW YOUR PASSION BE INSPIRED LOVE TO LEARN

WELCOME TO OUR LIBRARIES Get out and about this Spring and enjoy the exciting array of activities at your library.

Meet the authors and hear about their books and the creative writing process in Author Encounters. Once again, there is a fabulous line up of writers including award-winning author Chris Womersley, talking about his latest release, Cairo.

In October we Celebrate Seniors with an extensive calendar of events and activities especially for our region’s senior community members. From heritage walks to folk music, iPads to story-telling, there is something for everyone in this thoughtful program of activities which are aimed at helping our seniors to celebrate.

As always we have something for younger people including a boredom-busting line up of school Holiday Fun for children and youth.

If you have younger children, don’t forget to join us for our regular baby time, toddler and pre-school sessions which use story-telling, rhymes and song to encourage a lifelong love of reading and books.

Whether you are interested in improving your technology skills or trying out a new craft, there is so much to choose from at your library. Plan your next library visit today!

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.

Group bookings – 03 5272 6010.

CONTENTS SPECIAL EVENTS

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OPEN MIND LECTURE SERIES

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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

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CELEBRATING SENIORS

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eKNOW HOW

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PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

HOLIDAY STUFF!

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ALL ABOUT KIDS!

HOLIDAY FUN!

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Literary Lunch Gordon Peake

Open Mind Lecture Series

Celebrating Seniors

Academic and international policy adviser, Gordon Peake, explores the hurdles faced by the people of Timore-Leste.

Fiona Lucas talks about protecting your child in the social media playground.

Enjoy a morning of bush ballads, songs and yarns.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

SPECIAL EVENTS LITERARY LUNCH

CELLO RECITAL BY LYNDAL GALE

GORDON PEAKE: BELOVED LAND: STORIES, STRUGGLES AND SECRETS FROM TIMOR-LESTE Researcher, academic and international policy advisor, Gordon Peake, explores the daunting hurdles that the people of Timor-Leste must overcome to build a nation from scratch. Gordon looks at how much the international community has to learn if it is to help rather than hinder the process. Join us as we partner with Libraries for Timor-Leste Inc to present a special fundraising event which includes a two-course meal. $55 per person.

Tickets please phone 5272 6010.

Wednesday 25 September Empire Grill, 66 McKillop Street Geelong 12.00noon-2.30pm

Retired nurse and cello teacher Lyndal Gale, is passionate about music.

Join us for this delightful recital of classical and popular pieces.

Thursday 19 September Queenscliff 2.30-3.30pm

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MENTAL HEALTH WEEK PROFESSOR MICHAEL BERK: CAN WE PREVENT DEPRESSION? Mental Health Week is a time to reflect on the impact that mental health issues have on our community. Join us for a thought provoking insight into depression by leading mental health researcher and current Alfred Deakin Chair of Psychiatry at Deakin University, Professor Michael Berk.

Wednesday 16 October Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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OPEN MIND LECTURE SERIES

OPEN MIND LECTURE SERIES DR PETER VUILLERMIN: THE EARLY LIFE ORIGINS OF COMMON ILLNESSES IN THE MODERN ENVIRONMENT

FIONA LUCAS: PROTECTING YOUR CHILDREN IN THE SOCIAL MEDIA PLAYGROUND To acknowledge National Child Protection Week, we present a timely information session for anyone who wants to be proactive about good digital citizenship practices and teach young people to use the online environment safely.

Thursday 5 September Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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Join us during Children’s Week for a fascinating insight into the research being conducted by the Barwon Infant Study which looks at how to provide babies with a healthy start to life. Learn more about the potential relevance of modern environmental factors to the development of asthma, allergy, cardiovascular disease, adverse neurodevelopment and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Thursday 24 October Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS Meet these authors and hear about their books and the writing process CHRIS WOMERSLEY: CAIRO Cairo is the latest release by Chris Womersley (The Low Road and Bereft) and is the story of seventeenyear-old Tom Button. Moving to the city, Tom is swept up in a bohemian world of parties and gallery openings and then in more sinister events involving deception and betrayal, and one of the greatest unsolved art heists of the twentieth century: the infamous theft of Picasso’s Weeping Woman.

Thursday 12 September Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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JENNIFER KLOESTER: THE CINDERELLA MOMENT

MARIA TAKOLANDER: THE DOUBLE

Best known for her work as a world renowned expert on romance writer Georgette Heyer, Jennifer Kloester has written a fabulous first novel aimed at the young adult audience. Hear Jennifer speak about her foray into fiction and explore the themes of high society, mistaken identity, love, betrayal, friendship – and great clothes.

Ranging from rural Australia to Northern Europe and beyond, from the dark past of the Soviet era to a terrifying vision of the near future, each of the stories in The Double is unnerving, and unforgettable. Join Maria Takolander, senior lecturer in literature at Deakin University, as she discusses her first book of fiction.

Friday 13 September Geelong West 6.30-8.00pm

Wednesday 9 October Belmont 6.30-8.00pm

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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

JUDY NUNN: ELIANNE After combining her internationally successful acting career with scriptwriting for television and radio, Judy Nunn turned her hand to prose and has subsequently sold over one million books worldwide.

Elianne, her new bestseller, is a sweeping story of wealth, power, privilege and betrayal, set on a grand sugar cane plantation in Queensland.

Tuesday 12 November Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

TONY PARK: THE PREY

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Tony Park is a popular and successful author whose gripping adventure novels set in the African heartland have thrilled audiences around the world. Join us for morning tea with Tony as he discusses the story behind his newest book, The Prey.

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Monday 28 October Belmont 10.00-11.30am

GARRY DISHER: BITTER WASH ROAD Award winning author, Garry Disher, has published almost fifty titles; fiction, children’s books, anthologies, textbooks, the Wyatt thrillers and Mornington Peninsula Challis and Destry mysteries.

Garry will discuss his new book at this not-to-be-missed session.

Thursday 7 November Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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JOHN BARTLETT: ESTUARY John Bartlett's second novel, Estuary,explores the search for identity through discovery of the past.

It investigates what belonging and otherness mean in contemporary Australian society.

Tuesday 26 November Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

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CELEBRATING SENIORS ROD CHARLES: A WHIRR OF MANY WHEELS Rod Charles, author of the book A Whirr of Many Wheels, will be exploring the history of bicycles in Geelong and sharing the interesting stories he discovered along the way. A must for all of us who enjoy travel on two wheels!

Tuesday 8 October Geelong West 6.30-7.30pm

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TATTLE TALES

ANCESTRY LIBRARY EDITION

Join us for this entertaining afternoon of story-telling. It will be a fun and relaxing afternoon of tales featuring quintessentially English stories, and of course the pot will be hot for a spot of afternoon tea.

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Wednesday 9 October Bannockburn 2.00-3.30pm In partnership with Golden Plains Shire Thursday 24 October Belmont 2.00-3.30pm

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

Friday 4 October Bannockburn 2.30-3.30pm Tuesday 8 October Belmont 2.30-3.30pm Wednesday 9 October Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm Friday 11 October Geelong West 2.30-3.30pm Monday 14 October Drysdale 1.30-2.30pm Wednesday 16 October Corio 10.30-11.30am

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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 get some tips on how to get the most out of your iPad. Bring along your own device or use one provided by the library.

Wednesday 2 October Barwon Heads 2.30-3.30pm

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Tuesday 8 October Lara 10.30-11.30am Thursday 17 October Belmont 2.00-3.00pm Tuesday 22 October Drysdale 2.00-3.00pm

SOCIAL NETWORKING Explore and learn to use popular social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Thursday 24 October Ocean Grove 2.00-3.00pm

'THE FOLK SINGER & THE POETTE’ JILL MEEHAN & CAROL REFFOLD Join this talented duo as they perform an enchanting blend of Australian bush poetry and folk music. In partnership with City of Greater Geelong.

Monday 7 October Belmont 2.00-4.00pm

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Wednesday 9 October Corio 11.00am-12.00noon

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HERITAGE TOUR OF JOHNSTONE PARK Enjoy a guided walk under the trees while exploring the history of Johnstone Park and its surrounding civic and cultural buildings.

Wednesday 9 October Johnstone Park Meet in front of the Peace Memorial 1.00-2.15pm

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BUSH BALLADS, SONGS AND YARNS Join us for morning tea and a performance of Splash Theatre Company’s production of Me ‘n’ Me Mates.

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Thursday 10 October Grant Pavilion, Surf Coast Shire Offices 1 Merrijig Dr, Torquay 10.30am-12.00noon Friday 11 October Bannockburn Cultural Centre 10.00am -12.00noon In partnership with Golden Plains Shire

WILLS AND POWERS OF ATTORNEY

INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL AND INTERNET

A lawyer's overview of the free legal services provided by Barwon Community Legal Service including information about Wills and Powers of Attorney.

Friday 11 October Corio 11.00am-12.00noon Thursday 24 October Torquay 7.00-8.00pm

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Learn the basics of searching the internet and create your own email account to keep in touch with family and friends.

This session is suitable for participants with basic computer skills.

Tuesday 29 October Corio 10.30-11.30am

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eKNOW HOW

eKNOW HOW APPY HOUR

eBOOKS

This one-hour session will explore the range of apps available to help you access library eCollections on your mobile device. Whether you want to learn a language, listen to music or download an eBook these apps will help you do it with ease!

Would you like to learn how to borrow and download eBooks from the library website? This session will guide you through the set up and downloading process and by the end of the session you will have your first e-Book to read!

Monday 9 September Drysdale 1.00-2.00pm

Tuesday 3 September Corio 2.00-3.00pm

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Thursday 7 November Waurn Ponds 2.00-3.00pm

Tuesday 17 September Lara 1.00-2.00pm Tuesday 15 October Geelong West 10.00-11.00am

eAUDIOBOOKS Would you like to be able to listen to your favourite books on your own device anywhere and anytime? Then Bolinda and OneClickDigital are for you! Come along and we will show you how!

Thursday 3 October Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

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Tuesday 29 October Geelong 2.00-3.00pm

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Tuesday 22 October Drysdale 1.00-2.00pm Tuesday 29 October Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm Tuesday 26 November Queenscliff 2.30-3.30pm

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WEBSITE AND eCOLLECTIONS 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.

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Tuesday 10 September Belmont 2.30-3.30pm Monday 23 September Queenscliff 2.30-3.30pm

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!

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Wednesday 18 September Belmont 2.30-3.30pm Thursday 26 September Waurn Ponds 2.00-3.00pm Monday 14 October Queenscliff 2.30-3.30pm Wednesday 13 November Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm Thursday 14 November Belmont 6.00-7.00pm Friday 15 November Bannockburn 2.00-3.00pm Thursday 21 November Torquay 2.00-3.00pm

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Tuesday 15 October Geelong 2.00-3.00pm Monday 18 November Chilwell 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 get some tips on how to get the most out of your iPad. Bring along your own device or use one provided by the library.

Wednesday 4 September Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm

Tuesday 15 October Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm

Monday 9 September Drysdale 10.30-11.30am

Tuesday 22 October Geelong 10.00-11.00am

Wednesday 11 September Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

Wednesday 6 November Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm

Thursday 12 September Torquay 11.00-12.00noon

Tuesday 12 November Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

Tuesday 17 September Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm

Tuesday 19 November Ocean Grove 6.30-7.30pm Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm

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Thursday 19 September Ocean Grove 2.00-3.00pm Wednesday 2 October Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm

iPAD HELP DESK 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.

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

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eKNOW HOW

STEP BACK IN TIME WITH eCOLLECTIONS

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Explore ancient and modern history and world religions with our wonderful online eCollections.

Friday 6 September Bannockburn 3.00-4.00pm

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Tuesday 17 September Waurn Ponds 2.30-3.30pm

Monday 25 November Torquay 2.30-3.30pm

ZINIO DIGITAL MAGAZINES Want to read the latest Better Homes and Gardens or Australian Golf Digest magazine delivered straight to your device using Zinio? Come and learn how.

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Tuesday 12 November Lara 10.30-11.30am Corio 2.00-3.00pm

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

Monday 11 November Queenscliff 2.30-3.30pm

Tuesday 29 October Geelong West 10.00-11.00am

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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PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS HAPPY BIRTHDAY AGATHA CHRISTIE! Dissect the works of the Grand Dame of Detection. Share your Christie memories and stories and celebrate her recent 123rd birthday whilst sampling some of her favourite sweet treats.

Tuesday 17 September Ocean Grove 6.30-7.30pm

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MENTAL HEALTH WEEK

BOOK ART FOR ADULTS Let the artist in you shine while crafting a paper sculpture using wire and recycled paper products, books and magazines.

Tuesday 17 September Geelong West 10.30-11.30am

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Tuesday 8 October Ocean Grove 6.00-7.30pm

Reid Maxwell from Geelong Mood Support Group presents a discussion forum with writers James McLure and Nathan Grixti who have explored their personal journeys with mental illness through published works.

Tuesday 15 October Belmont 6.30-8.00pm

ORGANIC GARDENING: ENCORE PRESENTATION

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LET'S TALK TEA!

Due to popular demand, Derek Ryan and Jason Brown, members of the Geelong West Neighbourhood House, will return to discuss how to set up a basic vegetable garden, make compost and create your own garden pots.

Wednesday 25 September Geelong West 6.30-7.30pm

MENTAL HEALTH NARRATIVES

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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 1 November Ocean Grove 2.00-3.00pm

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PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

READING AND WRITING POETRY Join published poet Rosemary Blake for this interactive workshop. $15 per person payable on the day.

Saturday 9 November Belmont 2.00-4.00pm

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Looking for somewhere to unwind during lunchtime? Then bring your lunch and a coffee and join us in the library for a 30 minute Story Time session for adults.

Eat, drink, relax and let us read to you!

No bookings required.

Thursdays Geelong 12.30-1.00pm

HOW TO TAME A 'FERRET ON THE LOOSE' First time local author Heather Gallagher explores the process of having a children's book published - from idea to publication and beyond.

Tuesday 12 November Ocean Grove 6.30-7.30pm

BOOK BITES

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BOOK CHAT Come and chat about the books you have been reading, hear recommendations and meet new people. No bookings required.

First Tuesday of the Month Geelong West 10.30-11.30am Waurn Ponds 2.30-3.30pm

OVERSIZED CHESS AND CHECKERS Have a game or watch the art of Chess and Checkers. Indoors in Winter and outdoors in Summer. No bookings required.

Saturdays Bannockburn 10.00-11.00am

GAMES GROUP 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

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Third Tuesday of the Month Ocean Grove 2.30-3.30pm Third Thursday of the Month Torquay 7.00-8.00pm First Friday of the Month Torquay 11.00am-12.00noon Second Friday of the Month Queenscliff 11.00am-12.00noon

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 September 10 & 24 October 8 & 22 November 5 & 19 Belmont 5.00-6.00pm Wednesdays September 4 & 18 October 2 , 16 & 30 November 13 & 27 Newcomb 5.00-6.00pm Thursdays September 5 & 19 October 3, 17 & 31 November 14 & 28 Waurn Ponds 5.00-6.00pm

MANGA MASTERS Explore the Japanese art form of Manga where eyes are huge, noses are small and hair is crazy! Experiment with the specialised elements of this graphic style, learn the techniques and meet other Otaku. Ages 12+ Tuesday 12 November Ocean Grove 5.00-6.00pm

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POP FICTION Explore what makes your favorite 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+ Tuesdays September 3 & 17 October 1, 15 & 29 November 12 & 26 Torquay 4.00-5.00pm

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 September 13 & 27 October 11 & 25 November 8 & 22 Waurn Ponds 4.00-5.00pm

Wednesdays September 11 & 25 October 9 November 6 & 20 Waurn Ponds 5.00-6.00pm

STENCIL YOUR NAME ACROSS MY HEART Using old x-rays and a scalpel, make your own name stencil. Spray paint a heart onto a wooden frame and then mark out your very own logo on top.

Ages 12+ Monday 25 November Ocean Grove 4.00-5.30pm

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HOLIDAY STUFF!

YOUTH PROGRAMS

HOLIDAY STUFF! BLACKOUT POETRY

RECYCLED CD CRAFT

Experiment with poetry using recycled books and magazines and a black marker to erase unwanted words.

Ages 12+ Thursday 3 October Waurn Ponds 2.00-3.30pm

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Make craft drinks coasters, sun catchers, and other pretty ornaments using old CDs. Ages 12+ Tuesday 24 September Ocean Grove 2.30-4.00pm

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Tuesday 1 October Geelong West 2.30-3.30pm GAME ON! Get your game on at these hands-on console gaming sessions. Ages 12+ Tuesday 24 September Corio 3.00-4.00pm Wednesday 25 September Lara 6.00-8.00pm Thursday 3 October Bannockburn 6.00-8.00pm In partnership with Golden Plains Shire Youth Development Team

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Wednesday 2 October Drysdale 2.30-4.00pm Friday 4 October Belmont 2.30-4.00pm

MANGA MASHUP Take imagery from withdrawn graphic novels and recombine to make a completely new tale. Ages 12+ Thursday 26 September Lara 2.00-4.00pm

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Friday 27 September Torquay 2.30-4.00pm Wednesday 2 October Corio 2.00-4.00pm Geelong 2.30-4.00pm

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

DECOUPAGE LIKE THE OLD DAYS Be a part of the fun as we recycle a popular nineteenth century craft into a 21st century artwork. Turn recycled paper 'trash' into treasures worth keeping.

Ages 12+ Monday 23 September Queenscliff 2.30-4.00pm

Learn the secrets to creating your own stop motion videos. Ages 12+ Tuesday 1 October Corio 3.00-5.00pm

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MINECRAFT Come along and enjoy a night of Minecraft through a network of linked PCs. Ages 12+

Friday 4 October Geelong West 2.30-4.00pm

Wednesday 2 October Lara 6.00-8.00pm

REBOUND REPURPOSED RECYCLE CRAFT

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PAPER POSY

Let your imagination run wild and join us for this session as we create something new out of recycled books.

Ages 12+

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Thursday 26 September Corio 2.00-4.00pm

RAGGEDY RECYCLED HEARTS Make a rag wreath in the shape of a heart, using leftover material scraps and old clothes. Ages 12+

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STOP MOTION!

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Monday 30 September Waurn Ponds 2.30-4.00pm

Monday 30 September Ocean Grove 2.30-4.00pm

HOLIDAY STUFF!

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Create a pretty posy or two from book pages, buttons and other recycled materials. Ages 12+ Friday 4 October Newcomb 2.30-4.00pm

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ALL ABOUT KIDS!

ALL ABOUT KIDS! BABY TIME 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.

No booking required. 0-12 Months Tuesdays Lara, Torquay 2.30-2.50pm Wednesdays Corio, Drysdale 11.30-11.50am 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. No booking required. Ages 1-3 Mondays during school terms Waurn Ponds 10.30-11.00am Tuesdays during school terms Newcomb 10.30-11.00am Corio 11.30am-12.00noon Wednesdays during school terms Belmont 9.30-10.30am Ocean Grove 10.30-11.00am Thursdays during school terms Bannockburn, Geelong West, Lara 10.30-11.00am

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PRESCHOOL STORY TIME

CHATTER BOOKS

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 fun sessions of stories, songs and rhymes. No booking required.

Mondays during school terms Torquay 10.30-11.15am Tuesdays during school terms Bannockburn, Belmont, Chilwell, Corio, Drysdale 10.30-11.15am

Third Monday of the Month (during school terms) Belmont 4.00-5.00pm First Thursday of the Month (during school terms) Bannockburn 4.00-5.00pm

SPECIAL STORY TIME SESSIONS

Wednesdays during school terms Geelong West, Lara, Waurn Ponds, Torquay 10.30-11.15am

BEDTIME TALES

Thursdays during school terms Belmont, Corio, Drysdale, Geelong, Newcomb, Queenscliff 10.30-11.15am Fridays during school terms Barwon Heads, Highton, Ocean Grove 10.30-11.15am

Pop on your pyjamas and bring your favourite cuddly toy along to the library for some favourite sleepytime stories.

Ages 3+ Tuesday 1 October Geelong West 6.00-7.00pm

Come along and join in as we play a wide range of games from Giant Chess, Uno, Snakes and Ladders to Wii Sports, Jenga, Angry Birds and a whole lot more.

Fun for the whole family.

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SCARY STORIES AT SUNSET Be captivated by some scary stories at sunset when the light meets the dark and all the creatures come out to play.

Ages 5+ Friday 1 November Belmont 6.30-7.30pm

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Tuesday 26 November Ocean Grove 6.00-7.00pm

FAMILY GAMES NIGHT!

Tuesday 22 October Ocean Grove 6.30-7.30pm

Why not join us for an afternoon of bookish fun? We'll explore your favorite books, authors, genres and so much more! No booking required. Ages 8+

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ALL ABOUT KIDS!

MAKE IT! OOO I ADORE ADVENTURE TIME

ANGRY BIRDS AHOY

Whether your favourite is Finn or Jake or Princess Bubblegum come and explore Adventure Time at the library. Check out some adventurous games on our iPads and write an ode that celebrates the Land of Ooo. Ages 8+ Wednesday 4 September Ocean Grove 4.00-5.30pm

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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. Ages 8+ Tuesday 22 October Newcomb 4.00-5.00pm

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SKYLANDERS SKETCHOUT Join other Skylander fans and chat about classic characters and the upcoming Swap Force. Sketch your favourite character, make an element badge and write a senryu style poem. Ages 8+ Wednesday 6 November Ocean Grove 4.00-5.30pm

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MINECRAFT EXPLOSION Create your own papercraft Creepers, explore Minecraft sites on iPads, and write cinquain poetry all about the fantastic world of Minecraft. Ages 8+

RECYCLED BOTTLE ART Create three incredibly different artworks from a single recycled 1.25 litre bottle. Ages 8+ Wednesday 25 September Ocean Grove 2.30-4.00pm

Tuesday 26 November Newcomb 4.00-5.00pm

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ALL ABOUT KIDS!

HOLIDAY FUN!

HOLIDAY FUN! IT'S A GREEN WORLD STORY TIME Wear green to the library for green stories, songs and craft. Ages 3+

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Tuesday 24 September Bannockburn, Belmont 10.30-11.30am

MOVIE MANIA It's a fiesta of film fun these school holidays. Join us for a movie that is sure to amuse and entertain. Movies are G and PG rated. Ages 8+ Monday 23 September Corio 3.00-5.00pm

Wednesday 25 September Lara 10.30-11.30am Friday 27 September Highton 10.30-11.30am

Wednesday 25 September Waurn Ponds 2.30-4.00pm Newcomb 6.00-8.00pm

Wednesday 2 October Waurn Ponds 10.30-11.30am

Thursday 26 September Belmont 10.00am-12.00noon

Friday 4 October Ocean Grove 10.30-11.30am

Monday 30 September Corio 3.00-5.00pm

BOOKMARK IT! Use recycled materials, stencils, stickers, and create your own personally designed book mark to capture your place in a book. Ages 8+ BOOK NOW

Tuesday 24 September Geelong West 2.30-3.30pm Thursday 26 September Bannockburn 10.30-11.30am Tuesday 1 October Newcomb 10.30-11.30am Thursday 3 October Torquay 10.30-11.30am

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Tuesday 1 October Bannockburn 10.30am-12.30pm In partnership with Golden Plains Shire Youth Development Team Wednesday 2 October Waurn Ponds 2.30-4.30pm

HOLIDAY FUN!

ALL ABOUT KIDS!

"CATCH THE BIRDIE!" STORY TIME FUN Enjoy storytime and create your very own bird house using recycled materials. Ages 3+ Thursday 26 September Corio 10.30-11.30am

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Thursday 3 October Belmont 10.30-11.30am

GREEN THUMB STORY TIME FIVE MINUTE COLLAGES Make five minute collages and create your own instant gallery exhibition using imagery from pre-loved picture books.

Ages 12+ Thursday 26 September Belmont 2.30-4.00pm

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Join us for a Story Time session all about gardens and growing. Learn to grow your own seeds in cottonwool. Ages 3+ Wednesday 25 September Geelong West, Waurn Ponds 10.30-11.30am

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Thursday 26 September Geelong 10.30-11.30am Friday 27 September Ocean Grove 10.30-11.30am

NATURAL WORLD COLLAGE Using natural materials such as wool, leaves and gumnuts create a fabulous art work. Ages 8+ Friday 27 September Geelong West 2.30-3.30pm

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ALL ABOUT KIDS!

MARK YOUR PLACE

HOLIDAY FUN!

MY WORLD STORY TIME

Create a laminated placemat using recycled picture books and a bookmark using recycled materials. Ages 3+

Explore the world around you with stories with an environmental theme.

Ages 3+

Monday 23 September Drysdale 10.30-11.30am

Tuesday 1 October Belmont 10.30-11.30am

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Thursday 26 September Newcomb 10.30-11.30am

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Wednesday 2 October Lara 10.30-11.30am

NATURE LEAVES A PRINT

RECYCLED WORLD

Gather leaves, branches, gumnuts and other natural objects to create stamps using a rainbow of colours. Ages 8+

Make your own miniature world with a box of recycled and natural objects.

Ages 8+

Thursday 26 September Lara 10.30-11.30am

Wednesday 2 October Belmont 10.30-11.30am

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Thursday 3 October Geelong 10.30-11.30am

MAGAZINE MOSAIC Create amazing mosaics using old magazines. Ages 8+ Monday 23 September Ocean Grove 10.30-11.30am

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PAPER SCULPTURE Enjoy the fun with paper mache and let your imagination run wild in creating inspired pieces. Ages 8+ Monday 30 September Waurn Ponds 10.30-11.30am

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HOLIDAY FUN!

BUTTONS & BEADS CARDS

EARTH PERSON MOBILE

Reuse old greeting cards and left over buttons, stickers, beads, pictures, and ribbons to create a fabulous new greeting card. Ages 8+ Wednesday 2 October Ocean Grove 4.00-5.00pm

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Friday 4 October Waurn Ponds 10.30-11.30am

Create your very own planet earth using craft materials and add arms and legs to turn your planet into an earth-shaped person! Ages 8+ Thursday 3 October Lara 2.00-3.00pm

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JEANNIE BAKER STORY TIME A delightful Story Time session based on the wonderful world of Jeannie Baker.

Ages 5+ Thursday 3 October Queenscliff 10.30-11.30am

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PAPER BOWLS FROM MAGAZINES Make your own paper bowl out of magazines, newspapers and other paper materials. Ages 8+ Thursday 3 October Corio 10.30-11.30

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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 State Government Offices (upside down building) 30-38 Little Malop Street T 5222 1212 GEELONG WEST 153A Pakington Street T 5229 1939 HIGHTON

163 High Street T 5243 2655

Roslyn Road (cnr Bellevue Avenue) T 5243 4864

CHILWELL 51 Russell Street, Newtown T 5221 5129

LARA 5 Walkers Road T 5282 4182

CORIO Cox Road (cnr Moa Street) Norlane T 5275 2388 DRYSDALE 18-20 Hancock Street T 5251 3855

NEWCOMB Cnr Bellarine Highway and Wilsons Road T 5248 1802 OCEAN GROVE Presidents Avenue (cnr The Avenue) T 5255 4218

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

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