What's On at the Library - Spring 2014 by Geelong Regional Library Corporation

WHAT S ON AT THE

LIBRARY SPRING 2014

GRAEME BASE INVISIBLE WOMEN? LOVE OF LIFE FOR SENIORS COVER IMAGE TAKEN FROM THE LAST KING OF ANGKOR WAT BY GRAEME BASE, TO BE PUBLISHED BY PENGUIN IN OCTOBER

WELCOME TO OUR LIBRARIES Skip the Spring-cleaning and launch into the warmer months with a celebration of ideas and learning at your local library. We are fortunate to be welcoming two of Australia’s children’s literature superstars, Andy Griffiths and Graeme Base, to entertain and inspire us with their latest adventures in storytelling. We are also hosting some thoughtprovoking speakers to talk about issues such as social identity and belonging as well as a conversation about gender inequality and women’s right to occupy more space in the world. October delivers a special treat for seniors, with Love of Life, a Pop-up Festival where topics range from sexuality to true crime and gardening – something for everyone!

Unless specified, events are free of charge, however, places are limited.

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Online – go to our website www.grlc.vic.gov.au/events, 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.

CR ANDY RICHARDS / CHAIR Geelong Regional Library Corporation

Cover image taken from The Last King of Angkor Wat by Graeme Base, to be published by Penguin in October

Group bookings – 03 5272 6010.

CONTENTS SPECIAL EVENTS

OPEN MIND LECTURE SERIES

CELEBRATING SENIORS

POP-UP FESTIVAL

AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

LOCAL SHOWCASE

eKNOW HOW

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

YOUTH PROGRAMS

HOLIDAY STUFF!

ALL ABOUT KIDS!

HOLIDAY FUN!

Graeme Base

Are women invisible?

Love of Life

Join this popular children’s author and illustrator for a truly special event

Social commentator Clementine Ford will discuss the invisibility of women in today's society

Pop-up Seniors' Festival of ideas, books and learning

SPECIAL EVENTS ANDY GRIFFITHS If you’re an Australian kid of a certain age (or a parent of one), you’ll already know who Andy Griffiths is. He’s a master of comic novels, silly scenarios and kooky characters – and a man who’s more than fulfilled his mission to make reading fun for even the most reluctant of readers. He’s stopping in to talk about the latest in his megabestselling Treehouse series, created with longtime partner in entertainment, illustrator Terry Denton. Be entertained and get eager to read with this consummate storyteller – and Australian icon. Presented in partnership with the Wheeler Centre. All ages. SOLD OUT! Sunday 14 September Geelong West Town Hall 10.30-11.30am followed by book signing

GRAEME BASE Join hugely-popular children’s author, Graeme Base, as he discusses his latest book, The Last King of Angkor Wat. Among the ruins of beautiful Angkor Wat, Tiger, Monkey, Water Buffalo and Gecko argue over who would make the greatest King. They decide to race to the top of the hill, each hoping to prove they are most worthy. But along the way their strengths and weaknesses are revealed. Will any of them be good enough to be King? The luscious illustrations of Graeme Base are emphasised in his artwork of Angkor Wat, one of the most beautiful ruins of the world. Join this best-selling author and illustrator as he talks about his latest work. This will be a truly special event for the whole family. All ages. Thursday 2 October Newcomb 11.00am-12.00noon Waurn Ponds 2.00-3.00pm

SPECIAL EVENTS

THE ART OF BELONGING: HUGH MACKAY IN DISCUSSION WITH DEREK GUILLE Hugh Mackay is one of Australia’s leading thinkers – a highly respected social researcher and author of fourteen books. Join Hugh as he discusses his latest book, The Art of Belonging, with broadcaster Derek Guille. Through his discussion, Hugh will look at the many facets of belonging, social identity and community. A newspaper columnist for over 25 years, Hugh is a regular commentator on social and political issues on radio and television. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to see Hugh Mackay in conversation. Monday 6 October Auction room, National Wool Museum 6.30-8.00pm

AN EVENING WITH GIDEON HAIGH Gideon Haigh is an independent journalist of almost thirty years. He has written several books, including: Ashes to Ashes: How Australia Came Back and England Came Unstuck; End of the Road?; Uncertain Corridors and The Deserted Newsroom. He was born in London, went to school in Geelong, and now lives in Melbourne. He writes about cricket and often appears on the ABC’s Offsiders. Join Gideon as he talks about his career, writing and books. Monday 10 November Belmont 6.30-8.00pm

CLEMENTINE FORD – ARE WOMEN INVISIBLE? How can women and girls be expected to view themselves as entitled to equal space when the reflection they see of the world has them occupying so little of it? Join social commentator Clementine Ford as she discusses the invisibility of women in society today. In this session, Clementine Ford will challenge the notion that equality has been achieved and urge women and girls to take up the space that is their right, not their privilege. Clementine, a journalist and social commentator, has been a panelist on the ABC’s Q&A, a guest on Channel Ten’s The Project and Channel Nine’s Mornings. Clementine Ford’s take on social issues is bold, brave and entertaining. Thursday 13 November Geelong West Town Hall 6.30-7.30pm

OPEN MIND LECTURE SERIES

OPEN MIND LECTURE SERIES HEATHER GALLAGHER DISCUSSES POSTNATAL DEPRESSION Ocean Grove mother Heather Gallagher suffered postnatal depression with both her children. In this special talk marking RUOK day, she will talk about her struggle to admit her illness to herself and those around her and the importance of getting help. Happy Pants – Why is Mummy so sad?, tells the story of a little boy grappling to understand his mum’s postnatal depression. Thursday 11 September Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

MENTAL HEALTH WEEK PROFESSOR MICHAEL BERK: CAN DEPRESSION BE PREVENTED? Join us for a thought-provoking insight into depression by leading mental health researcher and current Alfred Deakin Chair of Psychiatry at Deakin University, Michael Berk. Wednesday 8 October Newcomb 6.00-7.00pm

LOU HARVEY-ZAHRA: HAPPY CHILD AND HAPPY HOME Would you like to learn ideas to bring greater connection, communication and creativity into family life? Lou HarveyZahra will provide positive parenting tips to help make family homes more harmonious and to foster happy children, plus, practical and fun suggestions for making ordinary family moments extraordinary. Lou is a mother, teacher and popular parenting author whose books include Happy Child, Happy Home: Conscious Parenting and Creative Discipline. Thursday 16 October Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

CELEBRATING SENIORS

CELEBRATING SENIORS SENIORS' FESTIVAL DISCOVER YOUR ANCESTRY For those interested in discovering more about their family history, this session will provide an introduction to the library's family history resources. Tuesday 7 October Belmont 2.30-3.30pm Monday 13 October Queenscliff 2.30-3.30pm Monday 20 October Torquay 2.30-3.30pm Friday 31 October Geelong West 2.30-3.30pm

HISTORICAL BANNOCKBURN Come and delve into the history of Bannockburn with local authors and family historians Dianne Hughes and Pam Jennings. Afternoon tea provided. In partnership with Golden Plains Shire. Friday 10 October Bannockburn 2.30-3.30pm

TATTLE TALES 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. Monday 13 October Belmont 2.00-3.30pm Monday 27 October Lara 2.00-3.30pm

SENIORS' iPAD BASICS Celebrate Seniors' Month at the Ocean Grove Library by learning all about iPads. Monday 13 October Ocean Grove 10.30-11.30am

GEELONG HANDBELL CHOIR Join us for some entertainment with the Geelong Handbell Choir. Afternoon tea included. Friday 17 October Belmont 2.30-3.15pm

WRITING WORKSHOP MEMOIR AND JOURNAL WRITING

POP-UP FESTIVAL Celebrating Seniors' Month Friday 10 - Saturday 11 October

Natasha Sampson will lead the workshop on writing from life using journal entries to create memoirs with a sense of place and character. Natasha is a local writer whose short fiction has appeared in Azuria, Imagine, Windmills and Writing to the Edge. Limited Bookings. Friday 10 October Newcomb 10.00-11.00am

WRITING WORKSHOP WHAT'S THAT YOU SAYâ&#x20AC;Ś? Got an idea but nobody's listening? Want to shake off the dust and brush-up on your writing skills? Come along and brainstorm with Ann Abrahmsen, published poet and editor, on ways to engage your readers and get your message across. Bring your enthusiasm and questions. Limited Bookings. Friday 10 October Newcomb 11.30-12.30pm

POP-UP FESTIVAL

CELEBRATING SENIORS

IT'S TABOO... OR IS IT?' RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY POST SIXTY Join Maureen Smith and Joan MorganMcCarthy, co-authors of Sixty, Strong and Sexy and Glimpses: Into the Lives of Positively Ageing, as they discuss sexuality after sixty. Friday 10 October Newcomb 3.00-4.00pm

PANEL DISCUSSION: FREE AT LAST AGEING WITH JOY: MAGGIE COUNIHAN Intrepid globetrotter Maggie Counihan discusses ageing with joy. She shares tips on longevity and enjoying old age as well as advice on health, happiness, humour and relationships. Friday 10 October Newcomb 4.30-5.30pm

LAUGHING YOUR WAY TO BETTER HEALTH: PHILLIPA CHALLIS Learn how CEO (that’s Chuckling Executive Officer), Phillipa Challis of Live Life Laughing, harnesses the powerful health benefits of laughter and humor. Phillipa will show participants the tremendous benefits of laughter and give advice on how to bring more chortles into your world.

Writers Maggie Counihan, Maureen Smith and Joan Morgan-McCarthy will join Loretta Winstanley from U3A Geelong to discuss key lifestyle topics including sexuality, travel, learning and living life to the fullest. Saturday 11 October Waurn Ponds 11.30-12.30pm

EXPEDITIONS AFTER SIXTY: MAGGIE COUNIHAN Intrepid traveller and advocate of backpacking post 60, Maggie Counihan will talk travel, including: moving out of one's safety zone and changing one’s life in a positive way. Saturday 11 October Waurn Ponds 3.00-4.00pm

Friday 10 October Newcomb 1.30-2.30pm

LES MISÉRABLES – FROM PAGE TO STAGE This discussion celebrates the development of Les Misérables from one of the greatest novels of the 19th Century into arguably the most successful and beloved stage musical of all time. Senior Curator of 'Page to Stage' Tim Fisher, will talk about the life and times of Victor Hugo, the writing of his great novel, and the many theatrical, filmic, illustrative and musical adaptations of Les Misérables that have been made over the last 150 years. GARDENING FOR GOOD HEALTH Our speaker's passion for gardening was ignited when she used natural therapies including healthy organic home-grown food to improve her health. She believes that gardening is one of the keys to preventing disease and healing physical and mental illness through exercise, fresh air, social contact and sharing healthy organic food. Saturday 11 October Waurn Ponds 10.00-11.00am

MYTH BUSTING AGEING Join Maureen Smith and Joan MorganMcCarthy, co-authors of Sixty, Strong and Sexy and Glimpses: Into the Lives of Positively Ageing, as they debunk many of the myths associated with ageing. Saturday 11 October Ocean Grove 1.30-2.30pm

Saturday 11 October Waurn Ponds 4.30-5.30pm

POP-UP FESTIVAL

CELEBRATING SENIORS

THE BUSHMAN & THE FOLKSINGER Jill & Col have been performing around Australia for many years! They keep their audiences entertained, amused, and delighted and have captivated the hearts of many people. With an enchanting blend of Australian bush poetry & hybrid folk music, Jill & Col love what they do and this passion shows in their performances. Join them for a performance of bush poetry and folk music. Saturday 11 October Belmont 11.30-12.30pm

LEGAL LINGO BINGO

BILL ROBERTSON: NO WITNESS, NO CASE Join retired Assistant Police Commissioner, Bill Robertson, as he discusses his book No Witness, No Case, about dirty business and dirty politics, greed, corruption and a callous disregard for the environment, the law and the community. Saturday 11 October Waurn Ponds 1.30-2.30pm

This fun, interactive game explores a range of common legal issues through a variation of the traditional bingo format. Learn about where to get free legal help and information about wills, powers of attorney etc. This event is hosted in partnership with Barwon Community Legal Service. Thursday 9 October Queenscliff 2.00-4.00pm Friday 10 October Waurn Ponds 10.00am-12.00noon Friday 17 October Corio 10.00am-12.00noon

AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS Meet these authors and hear about their books and the writing process MAGGIE MACKELLAR – HOW TO GET THERE Maggie MacKellar’s remarkable true life story of tragedy and triumph became widely known through her acclaimed memoir When it Rains and the ABC television series, Australian Story. Join Maggie as she discusses her second memoir which traces (with her characteristic candour and perception) her relocation to Tasmania and the struggles and joys of settling there. She reflects on love after grief, juggling being a mother and negotiating a burgeoning relationship, the rhythms of country life, displacement and the writing life. Maggie’s story is for anyone who has imagined taking a risk. Tuesday 16 September Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

DR MUNJED AL MUDERIS – BORN FREE Dr Munjed Al Muderis grew up in Iraq during Saddam Hussein’s reign and started his medical training just as the Iran-Iraq War began. As a trainee surgeon, he was ordered to remove the tops of the ears of army deserters. Unable to bring himself to cause intentional harm, he fled Baghdad and paid people smugglers to get him to Australia, where he was incarcerated in a detention centre for nine months. Munjed was finally freed but he had to start his medical training again, from scratch. Now, 15 years later, Munjed is at the forefront of orthopaedic medicine as he pioneers a new form of prosthesis that transforms the lives of soldiers mutilated in the Iraq War. Join Dr Munjed Al Muderis as he discusses his book Born Free. Wednesday 15 October Belmont 6.30-8.00pm

AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

CELEBRATING CHILDREN'S WEEK CLAIRE SAXBY – EMU Claire Saxby, one of the creators of Big Red Kangaroo, will discuss her latest book, Emu. Here she will discuss the adventures of emus from their granite green eggs to the dangers faced by little hatchlings. There are many hazards in the forest for these unusual families. Ages 4+ Tuesday 23 October Torquay 4.30-5.30pm Praise for Big Red Kangaroo: "An innovative addition to the children's nonfiction genre and a great way for children to learn about one of Australia's iconic animals" – Bookseller + Publisher

JULIE SZEGO – A GREAT INJUSTICE In July 2008 Somali youth, Farah Jama, was sentenced to six years for the rape of a middle-aged woman as she lay unconscious in a Doncaster nightclub. Maintaining his innocence, Jama insisted he had spent the night at the bedside of his ailing father but the prosecution had a "rock solid" piece of evidence. Nearly 18 months later the Court of Appeal overturned Jama’s conviction after revelations laid bare one of the worst miscarriages of justice in Victorian legal history. When Age journalist, writer and lawyer, Julie Szego, set out to explore the travesty, she found an intriguing and confronting story about the heartache of migration and the trials of integration, cultural taboos and gender wars. Join Julie as she discusses her book The Tainted Trial of Farah Jama. Thursday 20 November Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

Introducing a new program stream to help celebrate our emerging and established local talent BOOK LAUNCH – WEATHER WONDERS OF GEELONG Join local weather expert Lindsay Smail as he launches Weather Wonders of Geelong, a study of extreme and severe weather in the region. Lindsay worked for 30 years as a secondary, TAFE and tertiary level teacher in government and private educational institutions and has run Geelong Weather Services since 1997. Wednesday 10 September Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

BOOK LAUNCH – PROPHECY UNRAVELLED Join Kathryn Martin for the launch of Prophecy Unravelled – a fantasy following Prince Aidan, whose world is turned upside down as he has to fulfill a prophecy he knows nothing of. Kathryn's passion lies with fantasy, romance, adventure and the paranormal. A Librarian and prolific reader in these literary genres, she has long dreamed of writing a story combining all of these elements. Wednesday 5 November Geelong West 6.30-7.30pm

LOCAL SHOWCASE

BOOK LAUNCH – CHEEKY MISSY Marisa Alo has written a lovely story about a tortoise shell cat named ‘Missy‘, that loves and is very protective of her family. This beautiful and mischievous cat is adored by her owner, a little girl named Molly. Join Marisa for the launch of her book. Saturday 20 September Chilwell 10.30-11.30am

eKNOW HOW

eKNOW HOW SOCIAL MEDIA SEPTEMBER WELCOME TO THE REVOLUTION Social media, once dismissed as a fad, is now a part of everyday life. Join us for a tour of this phenomenon as we explain the importance of the biggest communication shift since the invention of the printing press. Tuesday 2 September Belmont 2.00-3.00pm TWITTER 101 Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell your hashtags from your handles? Not sure if 140 characters is enough for you? Bring your smartphone or tablet along (or use one of our iPads) and we will show you how to get started with one of the world's largest social networking sites. Monday 8 September Geelong 1.30-2.30pm Tuesday 16 September Ocean Grove 6.30-7.30pm Thursday 30 October Belmont 6.00-7.00pm

PINTEREST 101 Learn about the world's most popular social bookmarking site and how this virtual pinboard can help you to organise and store the things you love. Tuesday 9 September Lara 10.30-11.30am Queenscliff 2.30-3.30pm Friday 12 September Ocean Grove 4.00-5.00pm Thursday 25 September Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm FACEBOOK AND SECURITY Worried about who can see your Facebook information? Come and learn how to control the privacy and security features of Facebook. Thursday 11 September Waurn Ponds 2.00-3.00pm Thursday 18 September Ocean Grove 4.00-5.00pm BLOGGING 101

YOUTUBE 101 Come and explore the world's most popular video streaming website - with minimal cat movies, we promise. Monday 8 September Geelong West 11.00am-12.00noon Tuesday 23 September Geelong West 2.00-3.00pm

Ever wanted to create an online journal? If so, blogging is for you! Come along and we will show you how to set up a blog and get you started. Tuesday 16 September Bannockburn 2.00-3.30pm Wednesday 17 September Geelong West 6.00-7.30pm

CHROMEBOOKS

eBOOKS ON YOUR TABLET

Looking for an easy way to surf the web or check your email? Come along and learn about the newest addition to the library's technology collection â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Chromebooks. Chromebooks are portable notebooks that are optimized for Google apps and provide easy access if you already use Gmail and other Google features. Participants may borrow a Chromebook for one week following this session.

Would you like to borrow books from the library and read them on your iPad or Android tablet? Let us show you the variety of options we have available!

Tuesday 2 September, 7 October, 4 November Corio 10.30-11.30am

Thursday 6 November Ocean Grove 10.30-11.30am

Thursday 11 September Torquay 11.00am-12.00noon Wednesday 15 October Lara 2.00-3.00pm

TABLET GROUP DISCOVER YOUR ANCESTRY For those interested in discovering more about their family history, this session will provide an introduction to the library's family history resources.

Meet with other Apple and Android tablet users to discuss all things tablet. Share helpful tips and tricks, discover new apps and meet new people. No booking required.

Monday 8 September Waurn Ponds 2.30-3.30pm

Monday 1 September Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

Monday 6 October Lara 2.30-3.30pm

Thursday 18 September Ocean Grove 2.30-3.30pm

Tuesday 7 October Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

Monday 6 October Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

Tuesday 28 October Corio 10.30-11.30am Monday 10 November Drysdale 2.00-3.00pm Tuesday 18 November Chilwell 2.30-3.30pm

Thursday 16 October Ocean Grove 2.30-3.30pm Monday 3 November Belmont 2.30-3.30pm Thursday 20 November Ocean Grove 2.30-3.30pm

eKNOW HOW

LEARN iPAD BASICS Find out why iPads are so popular and learn some secrets to help you get the most out of your device. Bring along your own iPad or use one provided by the library. Wednesday 10 September Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm Tuesday 16 September Highton 2.30-3.30pm Tuesday 23 September Belmont 2.30-3.30pm Tuesday 30 September Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm Wednesday 1 October Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm Monday 6 October Drysdale 2.00-3.00pm Tuesday 14 October Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

Tuesday 21 October Chilwell, Geelong West 2.00-3.00pm Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm Monday 3 November Highton 2.30-3.30pm Wednesday 5 November Lara 2.00-3.00pm Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm Thursday 6 November Torquay 2.00-3.00pm Tuesday 11 November Belmont 2.30-3.30pm Tuesday 18 November Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm

Wednesday 15 October Bannockburn 2.30-3.30pm

BOOK A LIBRARIAN Book a 30 minute one-on-one session with a librarian and gain assistance with library services, resources and digital devices. Enquire at your local Branch.

iPAD Q&A So you've progressed past the basics and want to know more? Bring your iPad and your questions to this round-table Q&A session. Thursday 11 September Belmont 2.30-3.30pm Thursday 2 October Belmont 2.30-3.30pm Thursday 23 October Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm Monday 17 November Drysdale 2.00-3.00pm Wednesday 19 November Barwon Heads 2.30-3.30pm Tuesday 25 November Geelong 2.00-3.00pm Thursday 27 November Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

ZINIO DIGITAL MAGAZINES Want to read the latest magazines delivered straight to your device using Zinio? Come and learn how. Tuesday 16 September Barwon Heads 2.00-3.00pm

SMARTPHONE BASICS Bring your own Apple iPhone or Android smartphone and learn some tips and tricks to help you use your device to its full potential. Wednesday 17 September Lara 2.00-3.00pm Monday 13 October Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm Monday 10 November Geelong 2.00-3.00pm Thursday 20 November Waurn Ponds 11.00am-12.00noon

WHERE'S THE NEWS? Increase your reading pleasure and get greater value from the internet by discovering current and historical newspapers online. Monday 15 September Ocean Grove 1.30-2.30pm Tuesday 25 November Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

TOOLS FOR TEACHERS Delve into a variety of our eCollection databases and discover why they are so useful and can benefit your students' studies and research based projects. Thursday 9 October Torquay 6.30-7.30pm

eKNOW HOW

TALKING ABOUT TOMORROW'S TECH Are you finding it difficult to keep up with constant news reports about the next technological gizmo? Come and learn about some of the technology that will shape our lives in the future. Thursday 18 September Newcomb 2.30-3.30pm Thursday 9 October Waurn Ponds 6.00-7.00pm Thursday 30 October Bannockburn 2.30-3.30pm

ANDROID BASICS This one-hour session for the beginner will explore Android tablets. Bring along your own device and get some tips on how to make the most of your tablet. Tuesday 18 November Belmont 2.30-3.30pm Wednesday 26 November Corio 10.30-11.30am

ANDROID Q&A So you've progressed past the basics and want to know more? Bring your Android tablet and your questions to this roundtable Q&A session. Monday 6 October Drysdale 10.00-11.00am Tuesday 7 October Newcomb 2.00-3.00pm Monday 13 October Geelong West 10.00-11.00am Tuesday 14 October Geelong 2.00-3.00pm Wednesday 5 November Bannockburn 2.30-3.30pm Tuesday 25 November Lara 10.30-11.30am

eBOOKS WITH BOLINDA Discover the Bolinda Digital collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks, using the BorrowBox app on your smartphone or tablet. Tuesday 28 October Queenscliff 2.00-3.00pm Monday 17 November Geelong West, Drysdale 10.00-11.00am Tuesday 25 November Chilwell 2.00-3.00pm

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS BOOK BITES

HAVE A YARN

Join us in the library for a 30-minute storytime for adults. Just relax and let us read to you! No booking required. Ages 16+

Bring along your knitting, crochet or embroidery to this monthly gettogether and share your expertise or get inspired!

Fridays Waurn Ponds 2.30-3.30pm

First Friday of the month Bannockburn 10.30-11.30am

BOOK CHAT Come and chat about the books you have been reading, hear recommendations and meet new people. No booking required. Ages 16+ First Monday of the month Highton 10.30-11.30am First Tuesday of the month Geelong West 10.30-11.30am Waurn Ponds 11.00-11.30am Third Tuesday of the month Ocean Grove 2.30-3.30pm First Friday of the month Torquay 11.00am-12.00noon Second Friday of the month Queenscliff 11.00am-12.00noon OVERSIZED CHESS AND CHECKERS Enjoy our oversized Chess and Checkers. Have a game or watch the art of Chess and Checkers. Indoors in Winter and outdoors in Summer. No booking required. Every Saturday Bannockburn 10.00-11.00am

HAVING THE CONVERSATION â&#x20AC;&#x201C; PLANNING FUTURE MEDICAL TREATMENT This session will cover the kinds of matters you need to think about when it comes to planning for your health care. Advanced care planning assists individuals to document their wishes and preferences about future medical treatment, particularly end-of-life care. Come and find out how to make your wishes count. Thursday 18 September Waurn Ponds 6.30-7.30pm

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

RECLAIM THE NIGHT Be part of an awareness-raising event to highlight the movement for women’s right to be free from violence. Be part of a group creating pom-poms and bunting to decorate the CBD and draw attention to this important issue. Saturday 4 October Waurn Ponds 2.00-3.00pm Thursday 9 October Torquay 6.30-7.30pm Tuesday 14 October Ocean Grove 6.30-7.30pm

ONE SOLDIER'S JOURNEY – FAMILY HISTORY SESSION Hear about Judith Oke's journey of discovery as she unravelled the wartime experiences of her relative and learn about the library resources which helped her to develop a picture of his WWI service in France. This session will be of interest to anyone wishing to explore military records as part of their family history research. Wednesday 8 October Newcomb 10.30-11.30am

CRAFT WORKSHOP: A COMMUNITY TRIBUTE OF RESPECT AND REMEMBRANCE 5000 POPPIES In 2015 there will be a large number of activities to commemorate the centenary of the Anzac Gallipoli landing. As part of the commemoration, people are invited to take part in the movement to create 5000 poppies to decorate Federation Square on Anzac Day 2015. Geelong West Library and the Geelong West Neighbourhood House invite you to come to the library and create your own poppy to contribute to this event. Poppies can be crocheted, knitted, felted or sewn from any materials. Any shade of red can be used and poppies should be no more than 15cm in diameter. Patterns will be available at the library but feel free to use your own. For further information, visit www.5000poppies.wordpress.com If you can't make it to our craft session but still want to support this worthwhile project, please get crafting at home and drop in your completed poppies to any branch. We will ensure that all poppies are delivered to the 5000 Poppy project team in Melbourne following a period for display in our local libraries. Anyone who can knit, crochet or sew is welcome. Saturday 11 October Geelong West 2.00-4.00pm

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

CONSCRIPTION CHRONICLES Enjoy a rare opportunity to hear about our guest's experiences at the Royal Military College, Duntroon. He will discuss the history of Duntroon, his service experience and the concept of conscription. He will answer questions under Chatham House rules – that is, as an audience member, you are able to use the information you receive but must agree not to reveal the identity or affiliation of the speaker. Tuesday 21 October Ocean Grove 6.30-7.30pm

WHY IS MUMMY SO SAD?: PERSPECTIVES ON POSTNATAL DEPRESSION Local author Heather Gallagher will present her newest publication, Happy Pants: Why Is Mummy So Sad, a picture book beautifully illustrated by local artist Liz McGrath. Heather will discuss how and why her work delves into a child's perspective on postnatal depression and the event will conclude with a counselling perspective by Naomi Adams from Bellarine Community Health. Tuesday 11 November Ocean Grove 6.30-7.30pm

MINDFULNESS MEDITATION Join experienced Yoga teacher Libby Abbott for an introduction to mindfulness and meditation. Learn more about the library's free and extensive collection of health and wellbeing resources. Tuesday 4 November Ocean Grove 11.00am-12.00noon CYBER REPUBLIC: IT'S ANOTHER LAND ONLINE A free information session for parents, grandparents, teachers, youth workers or anyone involved with young people. Come and learn about today’s online world from social media expert Hugh Stephens and young people in Geelong. Tuesday 11 November Belmont 7.00-8.00pm Thursday 13 November Lara 7.00-8.00pm

ART FROM PAPER Come and explore different art forms made from recyled paper. With a focus on the upcoming festive season, join us in experimenting with this sustainable art practice. Wednesday 26 November Lara 2.00-3.00pm

YOUTH PROGRAMS

YOUTH PROGRAMS ALL IN Come along for a variety of after-school activities including board games, card games, Xbox, Wii, art activities and big screen movies. No booking required. Ages 10+ Wednesdays during school term Corio 4.00-5.30pm

ART HOUSE Socialise with friends as we create amazing artwork at this after-school activity. No booking required. Ages 10+ Thursdays September 4, 11, 18 October 16, 23, 30 November 6, 13, 20, 27 Lara 3.30-5.00pm

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+ Wednesdays September 17 October 1, 15, 29 November 12, 26 Newcomb 5.00-6.00pm Thursdays September 4, 18 October 2, 16, 30 November 13, 27 Waurn Ponds 5.00-6.00pm Mondays September 8, 22 October 6, 20 November 3, 17 Belmont 5.00-6.00pm

YOUTH PROGRAMS

SWITCH WRITING GROUP Are you 12-25 years old and love writing? Join our Switch Writing Group and have your article published in Geelong's own youth magazine Switch. Writing materials are provided. No booking required. Ages 12+ October 8, November 5, 19 December 3, 17 Waurn Ponds 6.30-8.00pm

YOUTH VOICES: CREATURE KINDNESS Join us in raising awareness of Be Kind to Animal Week by listening to the engaging and proactive Megan Kennedy, youth ambassador for Edgar's Mission. Megan will talk about ways we can show our appreciation for all animals and show how much we care. Tuesday 7 October Ocean Grove 6.30-7.30pm

HOLIDAY STUFF

YOUTH PROGRAMS

HOLIDAY STUFF! MIND GAMES

CALL ME PHARAOH

Before iPads there was Othello, Rummikub and Pictionary. Pit your brain against a worthy opponent and see who emerges as the victor. Ages 12+

Use the ancient method of salt-dough modelling to design a pharaoh's tablet using hieroglyphics to represent your kingdom. Ages 12+

Monday 22 September Queenscliff 2.30-4.00pm

Tuesday 30 September Belmont 2.30-3.30pm

RETRO DIGILICIOUS

Wednesday 1 October Corio 2.30-3.30pm

Go back to where it all began and play some old-school games like Pac-Man, Donkey Kong and Tetris on the latest devices. Ages 12+

Thursday 2 October Bannockburn 2.30-3.30pm

CRACK THE CODE Tuesday 23 September Newcomb 2.30-4.00pm Thursday 25 September Lara 2.30-3.30pm Friday 26 September Ocean Grove 2.30-4.00pm Waurn Ponds 2.30-4.00pm Monday 29 September Geelong West 2.30-4.00pm Tuesday 30 September Corio 2.30-4.00pm Thursday 2 October Torquay 2.30-4.00pm

Learn the art of writing in code and how to crack the codes of your enemies. Ages 12+ Friday 3 October Waurn Ponds 2.30-4.00pm

SWITCH JOURNALISM WORKSHOP Love writing? Join us for a journalism writing workshop during the September school holidays and have your article published in Geelong's own youth magazine Switch. These free workshops are delivered by experienced journalists. Lunch and all writing materials are included. Ages 12+ Saturday 4 October Geelong West 11.00-3.00pm

ALL ABOUT KIDS! BABY TIME Come along for a fun-filled session of songs and rhymes for babies. Sessions run all year except for January. No booking required. 0-12 Months. Tuesdays Lara, Torquay 2.30-2.50pm

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading. No booking required. Ages 3+ Mondays during school terms Torquay 10.30-11.15am

Wednesdays Corio, Drysdale 11.30-11.50am Belmont, Geelong West 2.30-2.50pm

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

Thursdays Bannockburn, Geelong, Ocean Grove, Waurn Ponds 11.30-11.50am

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

Fridays Barwon Heads, Newcomb 11.30-11.50am Saturdays 20 September, 18 October, 15 November Belmont 10.30-10.50am TODDLER TIME Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action packed Toddler Time program. Note: Now in Torquay! 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 9.30-10.00am Ocean Grove, Torquay 10.30-11.00am Thursdays during school terms Bannockburn, Geelong West, Lara 10.30-11.00am

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

CHATTERBOOKS Join us for an afternoon of bookish fun as we explore your favourite books and so much more! No booking required. Ages 8+ First Monday of the month during school terms Geelong West 4.00-5.00pm First Thursday of the month during school terms Bannockburn 4.00-5.00pm

ALL ABOUT KIDS!

LEGO FRIDAYS Castles, catapults, knights and pirates what can you build? Join other Lego fans and let your imagination run riot! No booking required. Ages 6+ Fridays during school terms Geelong West 3.45-4.45pm

SATURDAY STORY TIMES Come to the library for Saturday Story Time Fun! Ages 3+ Saturday 20 September, 18 October, 15 November Geelong West 10.30-11.30am

SUPERHERO STORIES Join us in spreading awarenes of 2014 Superhero Day for Muscular Dystrophy by putting on your favourite superhero costume and flying into the library to hear some superhero stories. No booking required. Ages 3+ Tuesday 2 September Ocean Grove 11.30-12.30pm

SATURDAY STORIES AND GAMES Stories, games and activities to share with someone special. Saturday 6 September Belmont 10.30-11.30am

LEGO MINDSTORMS Join us for a special 10-week program as we unleash the creative powers of LEGO速 MINDSTORMS速 EV3 to create and command robots that walk, talk, think and do anything you can imagine. Bookings essential as places are limited. Ages 8+ Tuesdays October 7, 14, 21, 28 November 4, 11, 18, 25 December 2, 9 Waurn Ponds 4.00pm-5.30pm

ALL ABOUT KIDS!

OOO I ADORE ADVENTURE TIME Whether your favourite is Finn or Jake or Marceline, come and explore Adventure Time at the library. Make your own Land of Ooo badge and learn how to draw an Adventure Time character. No booking required. Ages 8+ Tuesday 21 October Barwon Heads 4.00-5.30pm Tuesday 18 November Ocean Grove 4.00-5.30pm JACKIE HOSKING – THE CROC AND THE PLATYPUS CARING, SHARING STORIES Join us for a special Saturday story time for all the family that celebrates the 2014 Children's Week theme of "A Caring World Shares". Saturday 25 October Lara 10.30-11.30am

HALLOWEEN HULLABALOO Join us for some spooky stories, silly songs, and Halloween fun and games. Get dressed up and come along! Ages 3+ Tuesday 28 October Ocean Grove 6.30-7.30pm Friday 31 October Torquay 4.00-5.00pm

Join the author of this delightful children’s book as she talks about her Australian re-imagining of Edward Lear's nonsense poem The Owl and the Pussycat…”The croc and the platypus trundled off in a rusty old Holden ute. They took some damper and tea in a hamper and bundled it up in the boot.” Join Jackie, Croc and Platypus for an Australian outback hullabaloo! Wednesday 19 November Torquay 4.00-5.00pm

FAMILY FILM NIGHT Bring your family, a blanket, and a picnic to a fun film night at the library. Join us for a G or PG rated movie that is sure to suit any age. Ages 3+ Tuesday 25 November Ocean Grove 6.00-8.00pm

HOLIDAY FUN!

ALL ABOUT KIDS!

HOLIDAY FUN! DREAMTIME TALES Join us for beautiful Dreamtime stories about the earliest days of Australia. Ages 3+ Monday 22 September Torquay 10.30-11.30am Friday 26 September Barwon Heads 10.30-11.30am

MOVIE MANIA Step back in time through the magic of movies. Will it be dragons, dinosaurs or woolly mammoths? Sit back and enjoy! All films are rated G and PG. Ages 8+ Monday 22 September Corio 2.30-4.00pm Wednesday 24 September Waurn Ponds 2.30-4.00pm Newcomb 6.00-8.00pm Thursday 25 September Belmont 10.30am-12.00noon Bannockburn 2.30-4.00pm In partnership with Golden Plains Shire Youth Development team

THE CLASSICS All your old favourites will be making an appearance in this session full of classic picture books. Ages 3+ Tuesday 23 September Bannockburn 10.30-11.30am Wednesday 24 September Waurn Ponds 10.30-11.30am Thursday 25 September Corio, Geelong 10.30-11.30am Thursday 2 October Belmont, Geelong West 10.30-11.30am Friday 3 October Ocean Grove 10.30-11.30am

Monday 29 September Corio 2.30-4.00pm Tuesday 30 September Ocean Grove 6.00-8.00pm Wednesday 1 October Waurn Ponds 2.30-4.00pm

CAVEMAN ART

JIGSAWS ARE SO YESTERDAY

Enter the world of cavemen and paint the way they did on the walls! Come along and draw some ancient animals just like a caveman. Ages 8+

Can you put the pieces together in this puzzling session? Make your own jigsaw and work as a team to complete one together. Ages 8+

Tuesday 23 September Corio 10.30-11.30am

Wednesday 24 September Geelong West 10.30-11.30am

Thursday 25 September Lara 10.30-11.30am

Tuesday 30 September Waurn Ponds 2.30-3.30pm

Wednesday 1 October Ocean Grove 2.30-4.00pm

DINOSAUR STOMP Stomp! Stomp! Stomp! Here come the dinosaurs ready for this session full of fun and dino tales. Ages 3+ Tuesday 23 September Belmont, Chilwell 10.30-11.30am Wednesday 24 September Ocean Grove 10.30-11.30am Thursday 25 September Geelong West, Newcomb 10.30-11.30am Friday 26 September Highton 10.30-11.30am Thursday 2 October Lara 10.30-11.30am

HOLIDAY FUN!

ALL ABOUT KIDS!

FOSSIL FUN Be an archaeologist for the day and discover the world of fossils. Investigate how they were formed and make your own to take home. Ages 8+ Thursday 25 September Queenscliff 10.30-11.30am Friday 26 September Waurn Ponds 10.30am-12.00noon Tuesday 30 September Belmont 10.30-11.30am Newcomb 2.30-4.00pm Thursday 2 October Lara 2.30-3.30pm

ONCE UPON A TIME… Listen to all your favourite 'Once upon a time…' stories in this session of timeless fairytales. Ages 3+ Friday 26 September Ocean Grove 10.30-11.30am

DRAGON HUNTERS WANTED Calling all knights and ladies – come along to this creative session and make your own dragon-slaying armour. Ages 8+ Wednesday 24 September Ocean Grove 2.30-4.00pm Monday 29 September Geelong 10.30am-12.00noon Drysdale 2.30-4.00pm Tuesday 30 September Corio 10.30-11.30am

Wednesday 1 October Waurn Ponds 10.30-11.30am Friday 3 October Highton 10.30-11.30am

FUN WITH LEGO Come along to design and build with Lego and meet other Lego fans. Ages 8+ Wednesday 1 October Torquay 2.30-4.00pm

BANNOCKBURN 25-27 High Street T 5281 2367 BARWON HEADS Barwon Heads Primary School, Golf Links Road T 5254 2143

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

BELMONT

Roslyn Road (cnr Bellevue Avenue) T 5243 4864

163 High Street T 5243 2655 CHILWELL 51 Russell Street, Newtown T 5221 5129 CORIO Cox Road (cnr Moa Street) Norlane T 5275 2388 DRYSDALE 18-20 Hancock Street T 5251 3855

LARA 5 Walkers Road T 5282 4182 NEWCOMB Cnr Bellarine Highway and Wilsons Road T 5248 1802

Grenville Haddon Leopold Linton Lorne Meredith Portarlington

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

OCEAN GROVE Presidents Avenue (cnr The Avenue) T 5255 4218

MOBILE LIBRARY STOPS Aireys Inlet Anakie Anglesea Cape Clear Deans Marsh Dereel Enfield

QUEENSCLIFF

Rokewood Smythesdale St Leonards Winchelsea General enquiries T 5272 6010

Cover image taken from The Last King of Angkor Wat by Graeme Base, to be published by Penguin in October