WHAT'S ON AT THE
LIBRARY WINTER / 2019
TONY BIRCH
MEGAN K. STACK
AUSTRALIAN SLAM POETRY
WELCOME
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There’s no need to hibernate this winter, with hundreds of fantastic events taking place at the library. This season we have some very exciting author encounters at our community library branches, as well as at the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre. Local author Melissa Ferguson will talk about her science fiction/dystopian novel The Shining Wall at Newcomb; Nina Kenwood will chat about her hit romantic comedy It Sounded Better in my Head at Waurn Ponds; and Enza Gandolfo will be at Drysdale discussing The Bridge, which focusses on the tragic collapse of the West Gate Bridge in 1970. In acknowledgement of NAIDOC Week 2019, acclaimed author Tony Birch will discuss his latest novel The White Girl, which shines a spotlight on Australia’s racist government policies of the 1960s. The GRLC is proud to be partnering with the Feminist Writers Festival to deliver two events; a heat of the Australian Poetry Slam will be hosted at the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre and we’ve partnered with Tastes of Central Geelong to host a high tea and live performance to coincide with the birthday of Emily Brontë. Don’t miss best-selling American author, Megan Stack, who will be in Geelong as part of her international tour to discuss her new book, Women’s Work. Cr Ron Nelson / Chair Geelong Regional Library Corporation
Cover image: Yassmin Abdel-Magied (Feminist Writers Festival) (Photo: Mark Lobo)
HOW TO BOOK Bookings for events are free with your library membership unless specified, refer to our website for more details. Online – go to our website www.grlc.vic.gov.au/whats-on, choose your event and make your booking. In person – go to your local library and staff will book on your behalf. By phone – 03 4201 0500 Group bookings – 03 4201 0500
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CONTENTS SPECIAL EVENTS
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OPEN MIND SERIES
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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS
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CREATIVE & CONNECTED
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HERITAGE 24 eKNOW HOW
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YOUTH PROGRAMS / HOLIDAY STUFF!
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ALL ABOUT KIDS! / HOLIDAY FUN!
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Feminist Writers Festival comes to Geelong with a workshop and panel discussion.
New York City based journalist and author Armando Lucas Correa discusses his beautifully crafted family saga of love, survival and hope against all odds.
FEMINIST WRITERS FESTIVAL
ARMANDO LUCAS CORREA – THE DAUGHTER’S TALE
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LEE KOFMAN – IMPERFECT Imperfect explores myths surrounding our concept of physical perfection and what it’s like to live in a body that deviates from the norm.
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SPECIAL EVENTS ROBERT GOTT – THE AUTUMN MURDERS The Autumn Murders is the third novel in the ‘Murders’ series of historical crime novels set in Melbourne in 1944. Localised prejudices, National Socialist sympathisers and sectarian tensions are eerily familiar. Robert Gott is the award winning author of 97 books both fiction and non-fiction. He will be discussing historical fiction and its timelessness with fellow author Jock Serong. This event is part of the Queenscliff Low Light Festival. Sunday 9 June Uniting Church Chapel, 83-89 Hesse Street, Queenscliff 1:00-2:00pm
BOOK LAUNCH: JOHN BARTLETT – THE ARMS OF MEN The Arms of Men is a collection of poetry by John Bartlett, published by the Melbourne Poets Union as part of their Union Poet Chapbook series. John is the author of three novels, a collection of short stories and A Tiny & Brilliant Light, his published non-fiction. Join John and fellow poet Maria Takolander to launch this inspiring collection. Light refreshments will be served. Sunday 2 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:30pm
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TARGET 50/50: WOMEN IN LOCAL LEADERSHIP FORUM Join us to celebrate local women leaders, encourage women candidates for the 2020 local government elections and to support the goal of gender equality in local government. The highlight of the evening will be the launch of Geelong’s Y WILD – Young Women in Local Democracy, by the Hon. Gabrielle Williams MP, Minister for Women, Youth and Prevention of Violence Against Women. Presented in partnership with Women in Local Democracy and Women’s Health and Wellbeing, Barwon South West. Friday 21 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30-7:00pm
SOS – WILDLIFE RESCUE Local Anakie wildlife carer Shelley Hyndman has always fostered a love for our native species. Join us as she shares her knowledge about how to rescue and care for these unique creatures and what it takes to release them back into the wild.
MARION PESCUD AND SUSAN SUTTON: THE ARTIST AND HER ART This biography by local author Marion Pescud follows the journey of artist Susan Sutton, from the aspirations of her early years to the maturity of acclaimed recognition. Her works showcase Victoria's Southwestern coast along the Great Ocean Road, from Geelong to Lorne and beyond, with paintings that convey accuracy and a masterful understanding of the region, capturing the essence of the landscape and the culture of the people. Join Marion and Susan in conversation about the book and the art. Wednesday 26 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-7:30pm
Saturday 22 June Lara 11:00am-12noon
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Pictured: Eileen Ormsby
PANEL DISCUSSION – THE NEW (FEMALE) DISRUPTORS
WORKSHOP – PITCHING FOR BEGINNERS
In collaboration with Feminist Writers Festival.
In collaboration with Feminist Writers Festival.
As the digital revolution continues to unleash radical change on industries, economies, politics and institutions, what future will this disruption shape? Is the brave new world one of decentralisation, anti-elitism and individual freedom – or surveillance, monopoly and control? And what does it mean in particular for women? Yassmin Abdel-Magied, Eileen Ormsby and Jenny Sinclair discuss the current era of disruption and what it signals for the future of feminism. Presented in partnership with Griffith Review for the launch of their Edition 64 – The New Disruptors. Tickets $10pp
In this three hour workshop with Djed Press' Hella Ibrahim, you will explore how to take your ideas from concept to pitch: how to conceptualise your idea in a quick and clear way; how to work out the best place for your story; how to sell your idea; and how to approach and talk to editors.
Saturday 22 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:30pm
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Participants will be required to bring an idea or outline for a potential piece of writing (fiction or non-fiction) to pitch and share in the workshop. This workshop is open to women and non-binary writers, and focuses on developing the skills of emerging writers. Tickets $60/$55pp Saturday 22 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 12:30-3:30pm
SPECIAL EVENTS
CLEVER LIVING SEMINAR SERIES Presented in partnership with Geelong Sustainability Group.
AUSTRALIAN POETRY SLAM HEAT Australian Poetry Slam is a live literary performance program where the audience decides the champion. With a nationwide round of 60 heats, the best slammers will perform for the chance to win the Australian Poetry Slam National Final at Sydney Opera House as part of Story-Fest. Hosted by writer, speaker, educator, performance poet, and Artist Ambassador for TEAR Australia, Joel McKerrow. Come along and compete or consume! Wednesday 10 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-8:00pm
SEMINAR 4 URBAN HARVEST: COMPOSTING IN A CIRCULAR ECONOMY The final seminar in this series, this talk focuses on the benefits and potential pitfalls of home composting. It offers practical, expert advice on how to make this sustainable practice work to create an edible garden. Tuesday 2 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-8:30pm Please note a small fee of $5 applies for this seminar. Bookings for this seminar: geelongsustainability.org.au/ cleverliving
THE ADVENTURES OF HUNTER AND PHOEBE Meet Hunter, an ex-working dog of Vision Australia and his trainer, Phoebe. Learn about the highs and lows of life as a trainer. A fun and informative session for the whole family. Wednesday 10 July Bannockburn 2:30-3:30pm
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OPEN MIND SERIES
OPEN MIND SERIES TOM DOIG – THE SUPER WICKED PROBLEM OF CLIMATE CHANGE Climate change is everywhere – and nowhere. It is simultaneously the most urgent problem facing humanity, and a hopelessly abstract concept that’s impossible for us to wrap our heads around. While 97% of the world’s climate scientists agree that human-caused climate change is already underway, it’s much harder for us – as nations, as communities, as individuals – to work out what this actually means, or what we should do about it. Academics have taken to describing climate change as a ‘super wicked problem’. Since 2013, former Portarlington resident Tom Doig has been interviewing activists, scientists, climate change deniers and everyday citizens across Australia about their lived experiences of climate change. This project led to two books focusing on the 2014 Hazelwood mine fire disaster. In this Open Mind talk, Tom will talk about his own experiences adjusting to life under climate change, including two years of not flying on planes and a memorable trans-Tasman container ship adventure. He will also share other people’s stories of species extinction in the Northern Territory, bushfires in Victoria, existential angst in Melbourne and storm surges on the Bellarine.
Tom Doig has written two books about the 2014 Hazelwood mine fire disaster, Hazelwood (November 2019) and The Coal Face (2015, winner of Oral History Victoria Education Innovation Award). He has also published a humorous travel memoir, Mörön to Mörön: Two men, two bikes, one Mongolian misadventure (2013). Tom has a PhD in Literary Journalism and Disaster Studies from Monash University. He teaches creative writing at the University of Melbourne. He is currently working on a new book about people’s lived experiences of climate change in Australia and New Zealand. Tuesday 25 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-7:30pm
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YOUR AGED CARE OPTIONS Join Elder Rights Advocacy representative, Anthea Katsaros, for an overview of what to look out for when examining aged care options for yourself or a loved one. Friday 19 July Leopold 10:30-11:30am
TIM RICHARDS – COFFEE, MARZIPAN AND MELTDOWN HIGH TEA WITH EMILY BRONTË Celebrating the birthday on 30 July 1818 of one of the most enigmatic figures in English literature – Emily Brontë. Blending the few letters and diary entries that exist in Emily’s hand, with reminiscences from those who knew her and excerpts from her astonishing Wuthering Heights, this unique performance evokes something of her world, her work and her tragically short life. Devised and performed by accomplished Melbourne actress Lise Rodgers, whose career has spanned stage, screen and radio and who is widely known for her ongoing Jane Austen series of performances. Tickets $50, includes high tea and a glass of sparkling wine on arrival. Presented in conjunction with Tastes of Central Geelong. Sunday 28 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-4:00pm
Author of Mind the Gap and other travel books, Tim Richards is an experienced travel writer with articles published in newspapers and magazines across the world and regular assignments for Lonely Planet. Join Tim for this unique travel talk where he recounts anecdotes from this amazing journey from Hamburg in Germany to Chernobyl in the Ukraine, via Denmark and Poland - including tales of a woman who leads a Hamburg Beatles tour by playing songs on a ukulele, and his experiences touring abandoned sites and sleeping overnight in Chernobyl, the site of history’s worst nuclear disaster. Wednesday 21 August Belmont 6:30-7:30pm
BEE TALK Join local beekeeping expert, John Webb, as he shares his knowledge about how to harness the power of bees. John will demonstrate what is in a beehive and educate us about how to safely interact with these unique and amazing insects. Thursday 29 August Lara 6:30-7:30pm
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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS Meet these authors and hear about their books and the writing process
CONNECTING WITH YOUR KIDS – BUILDING RESILIENT CHILDREN Join this fun and interactive workshop for parents and carers as Andy McNeilly provides strategies for achieving greater connection with your children. Andy will present ideas to help build more resilient children and stronger family relationships, and improve your confidence when communicating with your children. Thursday 6 June Leopold 6:45-7:45pm
BOOK LAUNCH: HEATHER SHEARD AND RUTH LEE – WOMEN TO THE FRONT This book explores the stories of the Australian women who served as surgeons, pathologists, anaesthetists and medical officers between 1914 and 1919. Despite saving hundreds of lives, their experiences have been almost totally absent from official military records until now. Prolific historian Heather Sheard is a Melbourne-based retired teacher and school principal and Dr Ruth Lee is a local Geelong author well known for the biography Woman War Doctor: The Life of Mary De Garis. Thursday 13 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-7:30pm
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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS
MELISSA JANE FERGUSON – THE SHINING WALL The Shining Wall is a literary science fiction/dystopian novel about a ruined world, where wealthy humans push health and longevity to extremes and surround themselves with a shining metal wall. Privilege and security is predicated on the services of cloned Neandertals, and the exploitation of women in the shanty towns and wastelands beyond the fortress city. Melissa Jane Ferguson is a local author who is also a biological scientist with an interest in exploring scientific possibilities and their social and personal consequences through fiction. This is her debut novel. Wednesday 19 June Newcomb 6:30-7:30pm
ARMANDO LUCAS CORREA – THE DAUGHTER'S TALE Inspired by one of the most shocking atrocities perpetrated by the Nazis during World War II, the 1944 massacre of the inhabitants of a village in the south of France, The Daughter's Tale is a beautifully crafted family saga of love, survival and hope against all odds. Cuban-born, New York City-based Armando Lucas Correa is an awardwinning journalist, editor and author of the international bestseller The German Girl, which is now being published in thirteen languages. Tuesday 18 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm
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ENZA GANDOLFO – THE BRIDGE Drawing on true events of Australia’s worst industrial accident—a tragedy that still scars the city—The Bridge is a profoundly moving novel that examines class, guilt, and moral culpability. Yet it shows that even the most harrowing of situations can give way to forgiveness and redemption. Enza Gandolfo is a Melbourne writer and an honorary professor in creative writing at Victoria University. Thursday 27 June Drysdale 6:30-7:30pm
LITTLE PIP EATS THE COLOURS OF THE RAINBOW: RECIPES TO HELP YOUR CHILD EAT ADVENTUROUSLY Has your toddler ever turned their nose up at food you put in front of them? Join Amie Harper as she discusses the challenges of feeding a toddler a balanced, nutritious diet. In her book Little Pip Eats the Colours of the Rainbow, Amie shares strategies to help get toddlers eating the right stuff. With a degree in food science and nutrition, Amie is ideally positioned to offer a vibrant collection of recipes, tips and ideas for delicious meals that your little one will adore. Thursday 20 June Torquay 6:30-7:30pm
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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS
SARAH HOPKINS – THE SUBJECTS The Subjects is an eerie depiction of the over-criminalisation and overmedicalisation of young people in the juvenile justice system. This is the breakout literary novel of established author and Sydney-based criminal lawyer Sarah Hopkins, author of The Crimes of Billy Fish, Speak to Me, and This Picture of You. Wednesday 3 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-7:30pm
REMEMBERING THE END EXHIBITION: JANET BUTLER As part of the Remembering the End exhibition, join Little River historian and author, Janet Butler, as she looks at events that happened in and around Lara at the end of the Great War. Janet will describe Sister Kit McNaughton’s journey home to Little River, after serving as a nurse in the Great War. Janet was inspired by the life of Sister McNaughton, and in 2013 published a book titled Kitty’s War. Tuesday 2 July Lara 6:30-7:30pm Friday 19 July Belmont 10:30-11:30am
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LEE KOFMAN – IMPERFECT In a captivating mix of memoir and cultural critique, Dr Lee Kofman casts a questioning eye on the myths surrounding our conception of physical perfection and what it’s like to live in a body that deviates from the norm. Dr Lee Kofman is a Russian-born Israeli-Australian author of five books, editor of two anthologies, writing teacher and mentor based in Melbourne. Saturday 6 July Drysdale 3:00-4:00pm Saturday 24 August Leopold 11:00am-12noon
LEAH KAMINSKY – THE HOLLOW BONES A lyrical and poignant cautionary tale, The Hollow Bones brings to life one of the Nazi regime’s little-known villains through the eyes of the animals he destroyed and the wife he undermined in the name of science and cold ambition. Join Leah Kaminsky as she discusses her inventive new novel The Hollow Bones. Thursday 4 July Torquay 6:00-7:00pm
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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS
TONY BIRCH – THE WHITE GIRL In acknowledgement of NAIDOC Week 2019, Tony Birch joins us to discuss his latest novel The White Girl which shines a spotlight on the 1960s and a devastating government policy. Odette Brown has lived her whole life on the fringes of a small country town. After her daughter disappeared and left her with her granddaughter Sissy to raise, Odette has managed to stay under the radar of the welfare authorities who are removing fair-skinned Aboriginal children from their families. When a new policeman arrives in town, Odette must risk everything to save Sissy and protect everything she loves. Tony Birch is the acclaimed author of Ghost River which won the 2016 Victorian Premier’s Literary Award for Indigenous Writing and Blood which was shortlisted for the Miles Franklin Award. Tuesday 9 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-7:30pm
LORRAINE SMITH – JOURNEY OF A LOST MANUSCRIPT In 2014, a customer in a Warrnambool second-hand bookshop found a sixteenth century parchment from Yorkshire inside a copy of Alice in Wonderland. Book shop owner and author Lorraine Smith joins us to reveal the fascinating results of her 18 months of research into this old world discovery. Wednesday 31 July Waurn Ponds 6:30-7:30pm
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ROBERT MACKLIN – CASTAWAY The astonishing and little-known story of Narcisse Pelletier, a French cabin boy shipwrecked on the Far North Queensland coast and saved by the local Uutaalnganu (Night Island people), with whom he lived for almost two decades. In Castaway, Robert Macklin weaves an unforgettable tale of a young man caught between two cultures in a time of transformation and violent upheaval. Robert is the author of 29 books, including Dark Paradise, Hamilton Hume – Our Greatest Explorer, and Dragon and Kangaroo – China and Australia’s shared history. Wednesday 7 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-7:30pm
AN EVENING WITH RICH MCLEAN Join Rich McLean as he launches his new art catalogue, which takes you on a wild ride through his colourful life as an Australian digital and traditional artist, graphic artist, academic, mentor, teacher, PhD researcher, A/r/tographer, and human rights-awarded author. A passionate advocate for marginalised people, he has been a prolific public speaker and draws on lived experience to create, inspire and connect with us all. Tuesday 6 August Ocean Grove 6:30-7:30pm
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ALEX MCCLINTOCK – ON THE CHIN: A BOXING EDUCATION The sport of boxing provokes love, loathing and sometimes lust with equal intensity. In On the Chin, Alex McClintock uses his own unlikely progress through the amateur ranks as a springboard to explore the history, culture and contradictions of the world of boxing — with detours through some of its more notable characters. Alex McClintock grew up in Sydney and now lives in Toronto, Canada. His writing has appeared in The Guardian, The Globe and Mail, The Sydney Morning Herald and The Monthly.
MEGAN K. STACK – WOMEN’S WORK
Wednesday 14 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-7:30pm
In Australia on a whirlwind week-long tour, USA National Book Award finalist and best-selling author of Every Man in This Village is a Liar, New York-based writer and former Middle East war correspondent Megan K. Stack will discuss her latest book, Women’s Work. A personal reckoning with labour, motherhood and privilege, this is a stunning memoir about the expat life of raising children abroad with the help of Chinese and Indian women who are also working mothers, and their stories which so often go untold. Thursday 8 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00pm-3:00pm
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SARAH BAILEY – WHERE THE DEAD GO Sarah Bailey's debut novel, The Dark Lake, was a best seller in Australia, the USA and Canada. It won both the 2018 Davitt Award for Best Crime Debut and the 2018 Ned Kelly Award for Best First Crime. Where The Dead Go sees the return of Detective Gemma Woodstock in this captivating final chapter. Wednesday 21 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30-7:30pm
BOOK LAUNCH: BRENDAN RYAN – THE LOWLANDS OF MOYNE Brendan Ryan’s poetry, reviews and essays have been published in literary journals and newspapers, including Island, Westerly, Antipodes, The Age, The Weekend Australian and Contemporary Australian Poetry. The Lowlands of Moyne is his sixth collection of poetry and continues his exploration of Victoria’s Western District landscapes through poems examining the relationship between farmers and farm animals. Saturday 20 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3.30pm
NINA KENWOOD – IT SOUNDED BETTER IN MY HEAD The romantic comedy of the year, this is the story of Natalie: unsure of herself in the summer between high school and university. This book is for anyone who’s ever hidden in the bathroom at a party, or cringed inwardly at something they’ve said. It Sounded Better in My Head is a YA release that will appeal to women everywhere – it’s for the awkward teen in all of us! Nina Kenwood is the marketing manager at Readings Bookshop in Melbourne. It Sounded Better in My Head won the 2018 Text Prize for Young Adult and Children’s Writing. This is her first book. Wednesday 28 August Waurn Ponds 6:30-7:30pm
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CREATIVE & CONNECTED
CREATIVE & CONNECTED BOOK CHAT Come along and enjoy a conversation about the books you have been reading, hear recommendations and meet other readers. No bookings required. Tuesday 4 June, 2 July & 6 August Geelong West 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 5 June, 17 July & 14 August Newcomb 6:30-7:30pm
WINTER ART
Friday 7 June, 5 July & 2 August Leopold 2:00-3:00pm
Upcycle old books into magical pieces of art.
Friday 7 June, 5 July & 2 August Torquay 11:00am-12noon
Saturday 1 June, 13 July & 24 August Bannockburn 10:30-11:30am
Wednesday 12 June, 10 July & 14 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm
PURL JAM – KNITTING CIRCLE Drop in on Friday afternoons for a relaxing yarn with friends. Work on your project or join forces with us to help KOGO - Knit One, Give One - the non-profit organisation supplying winter woollies to Victorians in need. All skill levels welcome. No bookings required.
Thursday 13 June, 11 July & 8 August Drysdale 2:30-3:30pm Friday 14 June, 12 July & 9 August Queenscliff 11:00am-12noon Tuesday 18 June, 16 July & 20 August Ocean Grove 2:30-3:30pm
Fridays Corio 2:00-3:00pm
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LARA CREATIVES – COLOURING GROUP Colour, create and chat. Build social connections in the local community, get creative and chat about hobbies, books, writing...and anything else! Bring your own creative project to work on or use the colouring pages and materials provided. Learn about free library resources including audiobooks and eBooks. Browse the shelves and find endless books on creative activities. Tuesday 4 June, 2 July & 6 August Lara 6:45-8:00pm
IGKNITE AT DRYSDALE LIBRARY Are you a knitter? Help the Rotary Club of Drysdale by knitting beanies to raise money for mental health, as part of their IGKNITE project. Join us in a knitting circle at Drysdale Library and support a great cause. Please bring your own knitting equipment. Saturday 8 June Drysdale 2:00-4:00pm Saturday 20 July & 17 August Drysdale 2:00-3:00pm
TUESDAY SIT AND SEW TOGETHER
REMEMBERING THE END EXHIBITION - CROCHET POPPIES
Come along to our sewing makerspace on Tuesdays and enjoy being part of a diverse group united by a love of sewing. Bring your project, or be inspired by others and start something new. Use the sewing machine or sew by hand. Please note that this is a community-led session, not staff run. No bookings required.
Honour those who have gone to war by creating beautiful crochet poppies. Learn the art of crocheting poppies with local knitting experts, Sisters in Stiches. Your creations will form a display at the Library in support of the Geelong Heritage Centre’s Remembering the End exhibition.
Wednesday 5, 12, 19 & 26 June Corio 2:00-4:00pm
Saturday 8 June Corio 11:00am-2:00pm
Tuesday 16, 23 & 30 July Corio 2:00-4:00pm
Sunday 7 & 14 July Lara 10:00am-1:00pm
Tuesday 6, 13, 20 & 27 August Corio 2:00-4:00pm
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UNDERSTANDING FILM We all watch movies, but do we really understand them? In this discussion group, we look at the key terms of cinema, including mise-en-scène (what we see), cinematography (how we see it), sound (the accompanying audio), and editing (how elements are cut and arranged). Watch clips from classic films and have the chance to use some of these terms to speculate on the ideas or sensations the filmmakers are trying to convey. Join the conversation and appreciate movies in a whole new way. Thursday 13 June Leopold 6:15-7:45pm Thursday 25 June Ocean Grove 6:00-7:30pm
WINTER WHODUNIT MURDER CLUB Are you a crime buff? Can you pick a whodunit? Are you ready to solve mysteries? Join us for 'Cluedo in real life' as we solve mysteries and shine a light on plot, twists, detectives and criminals. This book club with a difference will run over three separate nights. Tea, coffee and biscuits provided. Monday 17 June, 15 July & 12 August Corio 6:30-7:30pm
FRIDAY FLICKS Come along to see screenings of three classic films from the archives projected in the brand new Leopold Hub. Watch the film and then stay for a chat. Friday 14 June, 12 July & 9 August Leopold 10:30am-12:30pm
MILLENNIALS' BOOK CHAT Join this book circle for Millennials and young people. Come along to discuss what you've been reading lately, share your thoughts and ideas, and meet new people. No bookings required. Thursday 27 June, 25 July & 29 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30-6:30pm
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MONDAY MOVIE NIGHT WITH KANOPY Join us and experience Kanopy, a film streaming service available to all library users. Enjoy thought-provoking movies in a community setting. Please note film rating before booking, as rating will be enforced. Contact Corio Library for details of the films which will be screening on the following dates. Monday 24 June (M rated film) Corio 6:00-7:30pm Monday 22 July (PG rated film) Corio 6:00-7:30pm Monday 26 August (M rated film) Corio 6:00-7:30pm
FRIDAY FIRESIDE READINGS Enjoy the magic of being read a book out loud. Reading out loud is important, not only as an art form, but as a way of continually learning and understanding words. Friday 28 June & 23 August Chilwell 10:30-11:30am
TOWARDS ZERO WASTE: HOW TO MINIMISE HOUSEHOLD WASTE Where do you start to reduce the waste in your daily life? Minimal waste mum, Alicia, will talk about how we can minimise waste, touching on topics including cleaning products, 'ladies' business', food and food storage, and minimising kids' stuff. Saturday 29 June Belmont 2:00-3:00pm
ALL KNOTTED UP – MACRAME FOR BEGINNERS Macramé is the art of knotting string in patterns to make decorative articles. Come into Corio Library and take a crash course in common macramé knots and then make a lovely planter pot to take home with you. Monday 1 July Corio 6:00-7:30pm
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CLASSIC MOVIE SCREENING WITH KANOPY Join us and experience Kanopy, a film streaming service available to all library users, as we watch a classic movie from Hollywood's golden era. Thursday 4 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:30pm
JIRRAHLINGA KOALA AND WILDLIFE SANCTUARY Come along and meet Tehree Gordon, the founder of Jirrahlinga Koala and Wildlife Sanctuary. Learn about wildlife conservation, native animal rescue, and what the Jirrahlinga team does within the Geelong community and beyond to promote support and community awareness for our native animals. Wednesday 10 July Newcomb 6:30-7:30pm
ARMCHAIR ACTORS Join with other participants to bring a play to life. This is your chance to be a star for a day. Scripts are provided: choose your character to read aloud with fellow cast members. Tuesday 16 July Leopold 10.00-12noon Thursday 22 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-4:00pm
WRITERS OF THE BELLARINE Are you a writer looking to share your writing in a safe environment? Come along and share an original writing with a small and appreciative audience. Writing can be poetry, prose, creative, journal or travel pieces, but should be limited to five minutes. This is a great opportunity to meet other writers and feel motivated to be your creative best. Thursday 18 July Drysdale 6:00-7:30pm
KNOT PERFECT – INTERMEDIATE MACRAME Have you caught the macramé bug? Join us for an intermediate session and take your skills one step further. Learn to mix and match complex knots and make either a wall hanging, plant holder or a macramé belt. Thursday 18 July Corio 2:00-3:30pm
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CRAFT FOR A CAUSE: BABY KANGAROO POUCHES
HUMANS IN GEELONG Are you sick of all the bad news? Hear heart-warming stories of inspirational locals who are making a difference. Hear Jacqui Bennett talk about her passion, Humans in Geelong, which uses the powerful medium of storytelling to create positive social change. The aim is to inspire, connect and strengthen our community by showcasing stories of cultural diversity, sustainable practices, health and wellness, equity, creativity and opportunities. Wednesday 24 July Waurn Ponds 6:00-7:30pm
JAPANESE ART WORKSHOP – SECONDARY STUDENTS & ADULTS Come along to this hands-on workshop for an introduction into the art of Japanese Calligraphy (Shodo) and flower pressing (Oshibana). Get a taste of these art forms and their relationship to the Japanese aesthetic tradition. Presented by Japanese expatriate and Leopold-local, Kazuko Horii-Watson. Participants should bring a smock or wear clothes that can get messy. Thursday 25 July Leopold 6:15-7:45pm
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Do you like to knit or sew? We would love you to make pouches or liners to keep kangaroo joeys safe and warm. If you, or your craft group, can help with making some pouches, please join us at the Corio Library and help us keep some joeys warm this winter. Thursday 25 July Corio 2:00-4:00pm
INFORMATION SESSION – BELLARINE COMMUNITY HEALTH Bellarine Community Health is committed to providing a wide range of health services and wellbeing programs to help keep you living well. No matter where you live, or what age you are, Bellarine Community Health can help. Come along and find out more about what they offer, their locations and how you can access their services. Friday 26 July Ocean Grove 11:00am-12:30pm
FIRESIDE READINGS Three genres, three books, three chapters. Grab a cuppa and a biscuit, and join us for a fireside reading of a chapter from three thought-provoking novels. Stay on afterwards for a lively discussion. Monday 29 July & 19 August Corio 6:30-7:30pm
CREATIVE & CONNECTED
MIGRANT WORKERS' WORKSHOP If you're an international student, migrant worker, asylum seeker or refugee, this workshop will help you understand your legal rights as an employee in Australia.
ANNELISE WORN – TIME EFFICIENT AND IMPACTFUL MARKETING FOR THE “MUMPRENEUR”
How much should you be paid in your job? What should you do if you are injured at work? Join us and learn about your basic rights at work in this session with the Migrant Workers' Centre. The Centre helps migrant workers understand their rights and be empowered to enforce them.
Are you a mum struggling to find time for both your home-run business and your family? In this workshop you will learn how to get in front of your ideal audience, for FREE; turn a single blog into a month’s worth of content; stretch your ad-spend; and efficiently break down, plan out and schedule in your marketing activities.
Monday 29 July Corio 3:00-4:00pm
Thursday 22 August Torquay 6:30-7:30pm
Thursday 25 July Geelong West 6:30-7:30pm
BASIC SEWING CLASSES
Wednesday 28 August Newcomb 6:30-7:30pm
Always wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? Come along to a beginner’s class and learn to use the sewing machine and overlocker, which are available for public use. In this 2-hour session, attendees will create a small item to take home. Come and explore your creative side with our sewing makerspace. Bookings essential.
EXHIBITING AT THE ROYAL GEELONG SHOW Have you ever wanted to know how the Cookery and Handcraft is judged at the Royal Geelong Show? Have you ever wondered who can enter and how to enter? Have you ever thought 'Is my work good enough to enter the show?' Come along and meet the Royal Geelong Show's Home Craft Coordinator Gail Joordens who will answer all your questions.
Thursday 22 August Corio 2:00-4:00pm
Monday 5 August Waurn Ponds 2:00-3:00pm
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HERITAGE
COMING HOME EXHIBITION Lara RSL Sub Branch presents Coming Home, an exhibition which remembers soldiers and nurses returning to Australia from WW1 in 1919. The exhibition features unique Lara memorabilia from returning soldiers, nurses and Lara Lake Primary School. This is a joint venture with the Geelong Heritage Centre’s Remembering the End Exhibition which will be on display at Lara Library from 1 – 28 July. Tuesday 2 July Lara RSL Sub Branch 4:00-6:00pm Thursday 4, 11, 18 & 25 July Lara RSL Sub Branch 9:00am-12noon Tuesday 9 July Lara RSL Sub Branch 12noon-2:00pm
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REMEMBERING THE END EXHIBITION – CROCHET POPPIES Honour those who have gone to war by creating beautiful crochet poppies. Learn the art of crocheting poppies with local knitting experts, Sisters in Stiches. Your creations will form a display at Corio Library in support of the Geelong Heritage Centre’s Remembering the End exhibition. Sunday 7 & 14 July Lara 10:00am-1:00pm
HERITAGE
REMEMBERING THE END: CURATOR’S TALKS
REMEMBERING THE END OF WW1
Join the curator of this fascinating display to learn more about how Geelong reacted to the announcement of the end of WW1 and the impact the Great War had on the communities in Geelong and the region immediately after it ended.
Join Pam Jennings from the Bellarine Historical Society to learn more about what happened following WW1 in the local area. Pam’s talk will focus on memorials, the post-war struggle of returned soldiers, Red Cross societies and peace celebrations in the area.
Tuesday 9 July Lara 11:30am-12noon
Tuesday 13 August Leopold 10:30-11:30am
REMEMBERING THE END: A TOURING EXHIBITION This special exhibition, developed from the Geelong Heritage Centre's Archive Collection, has been created to commemorate the Centenary of Armistice Day on 11 November 1918. The exhibition explores many themes including the reactions to the end of WWI, peace celebrations, welcoming home the men and women returning from war and life after WWI for people in our region. Remembering the End will appeal to students from upper primary and all secondary levels as it explores local WWI ANZAC involvement and the impact of WWI on our local communities. Belmont Monday 27 May until Sunday 23 June Lara Monday 1 July until Sunday 28 July
IMMIGRATION RECORDS & YOUR FAMILY TREE Learn about the resources available in our eCollections that can help you find out more about your family's immigration journey. Friday 12 July Belmont 10:30-11:30am Monday 19 August Belmont 2:30-3:30pm
DISCOVER YOUR ANCESTRY Interested in discovering more about your family's history? This session will provide an introduction to the library's family history resources. Monday 15 July Belmont 2:30-3:30pm Tuesday 23 July Lara 2:00-3:00pm Friday 16 August Belmont 10:30-11:30am
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ENRICH YOUR FAMILY HISTORY STORY Discover the wide variety of resources and original records held at the Geelong Heritage Centre that will add to your family history story. Focusing on the Geelong and Barwon Region. Wednesday 17 July Newcomb 10:30-11:30am
WW1 SOLDIER SETTLEMENT & REPATRIATION RECORDS This session will provide an introduction to researching WW1 Soldier Settlement & Repatriation records. Tuesday 18 June Belmont 2:30-3:30pm Wednesday 14 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:00-11:00am
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GETTING THE MOST FROM ANCESTRY LIBRARY EDITION Having trouble finding those elusive ancestors? Hitting some brick walls? Come along to this session and explore the features of Ancestry Library Edition, which may then help you with your genealogy searching. Monday 24 June Belmont 2:30-3:30pm Friday 2 August Belmont 10:30-11:30am
DISCOVER YOUR FAMILY HISTORY & HERITAGE CENTRE VISIT This session will provide an introduction to the library's family history resources followed by a visit to the Heritage Centre's Reading Room. Tuesday 6 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:30pm
HERITAGE
THE STORY OF SMALL TOWN MEREDITH 1838-2019 Meredith is more than cheese and festivals! Members of the Meredith History Interest Group will chat about the history of Meredith, including anecdotes about the people and events that reflect the times of the squatters, gold rush, coming of the railway and the arrival of the soldier settlers. Thursday 8 August Bannockburn 2:30-3:30pm
START YOUR FAMILY HISTORY JOURNEY AT THE DOME August is National Family History Month and to celebrate we invite you to join members of Geelong Family History Group who would love to help you get started on your family history research or try to solve a mystery from the past that has you stumped. Bookings: Call the Heritage Centre on 4201 0630. Thursday 8, 15, 22 & 29 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 1:00-3:00pm
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eKNOW HOW Want to use technology to get creative? These sessions will help you make the most of your device and our resources. INTRODUCTION TO KANOPY
NEW TO THE LIBRARY
Kanopy is an on-demand streaming video platform for public libraries and universities that offers viewers a large collection of award-winning films and documentaries. Come and learn how it works.
For new members and old who want to learn to skilfully navigate the library's website, catalogue, online collection, and make the most of your library membership.
Monday 3 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30-6:30pm
Thursday 6 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm
Monday 8 July Geelong West 2:00-3:00pm
Thursday 20 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm
Tuesday 6 August Queenscliff 3:00-4:00pm
3D PRINTING BASICS
Thursday 22 August Corio 4:00-5:00pm
MAKERSPACE EVENINGS Come along to learn about the technologies available in the library's Makerspace including virutal reality, 3D printing, laser cutter, 3D drawing pens and green screen. Thursday 13 June, 11 July & 8 August Leopold 6:00-7:30pm
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Discover what 3D printing is and how it works. Design your own custom name tag and see an item 3D printed in this beginner's session. Thursday 6 June Leopold 1:00-2:00pm Monday 24 June Corio 4:00-5:00pm Thursday 15 August Leopold 1:00-2:00pm Corio 3:30-4:30pm
eKNOW HOW
iPAD INTERMEDIATE
eAUDIO BOOKS
So you've learnt the iPad basics and want to know more? This intermediate session will extend your skills further.
Ever wanted to relax and listen to a good story? Perhaps in the car, doing housework or maybe fishing? Come and find out all about eAudio books at your library so that you can listen to them wherever you might be.
Thursday 27 June Corio 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 10 July Waurn Ponds 2:30-3:30pm Tuesday 23 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 1:30-2:30pm Friday 9 August Belmont 10:30-11:30am
INTRODUCTION TO EMAIL In this staight forward and easy session you will learn how to sign up for an email account so that you can send messages and attachements. Suitable for beginners and questions encouraged.
Thursday 13 June Corio 3:00-4:00pm Tuesday 6 August Geelong West 2:00-3:00pm
VIRTUAL REALITY Experience the latest in fully immersive virtual reality. Swim through the ocean surrounded by seals, meet a T-rex or fly though space in the astonishingly lifelike worlds created with VR technology. Ages 13+ (or 10+ with parental permission.)
Monday 17 June Geelong West 2:00-3:00pm
Thursday 13 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:00pm
Tuesday 16 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 3:00-4:00pm
Monday 1 July Corio 4:00-5:00pm Wednesday 17 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm
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TABLET & SMARTPHONE Q & A Bring along your smartphone or tablet and discuss apps, features and library services available through your device. Tuesday 25 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 1:30-2:30pm Monday 15 July Corio 10:30-11:30am
iPAD BASICS Learn about the basic functions of the Apple iPad and how it can be used. Bring along your own iPad or use one provided by the library.
Wednesday 31 July Waurn Ponds 2:30-3:30pm Thursday 8 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 1:30-2:30pm
Thursday 13 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 1:30-2:30pm
Monday 12 August Chilwell 10:30-11:30am
Monday 17 June Newcomb 10:00-11:00am
RASPBERRY Pi MEETUP
Wednesday 19 June Torquay 2:30-3:30pm Monday 24 June Belmont 3:30-5:00pm Monday 8 July Belmont 1:00-2:30pm Thursday 18 July Corio 2:00-3:00pm Monday 12 August Belmont 1:00-2:30pm Friday 30 August Newcomb 10:00-11:00am
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Interested in Raspberry Pi? Whether you are an expert or new to these credit cardsized computers you'll enjoy exploring the possibilities of these capable little PCs. Please bring your Raspberry Pi if possible or use one of ours. No bookings required. Further information contact Steve - SLevakis@geelongcity.vic.gov.au Thursdays 27 June, 25 July & 22 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30-7:30pm
eKNOW HOW
COMPARE POWER PRICES ONLINE Be prepared for the winter cold by cutting your power bills and finding the best energy prices on the market. This workshop guides you through reputable, non-profit energy comparison services to work out the cheapest offer for your household.
FROM OUTER SPACE TO QUEENSCLIFF Join us to travel from outer space to Queenscliff using Virtual Reality. Google Earth is a free program that allows you to view the Earth through high resolution graphics and satellite images. This event is part of the Queenscliff Low Light Festival. Ages 13+ (or 10+ with parental permission.) Friday 14 June Queenscliff 2:00-4:00pm Queenscliff 5:00-7:00pm
ALL ABOUT PHOTOGRAPHY ON YOUR TABLET
Wednesday 26 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:00-12noon Friday 9 August Torquay 2:00-3:00pm
CREATE PHOTO ALBUMS Learn how to use photo album creation apps to organise printed photobooks. Thursday 27 June Ocean Grove 2:30-3:30pm Thursday 8 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm
Learn how to use apps in conjunction with your tablet's camera to make the most of what it has to offer. Tuesday 25 June Lara 2:00-3:00pm Monday 8 July Leopold 11:00-12noon Thursday 25 July Corio 3:00-4:00pm
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DRAW AND CUT WITH CANVAS WORKSPACE Learn how to create 2D designs to be drawn or cut into fabric or paper using the Brother Design'n'Cut software: Canvas Workspace. Monday 17 June Corio 10:30-11:30am Thursday 8 August Corio 3:00-4:00pm
ONLINE SELLING
eBOOKS ON YOUR TABLET Would you like to borrow books from the library without leaving home and read them on your tablet? Let us show you how easy it is and the variety of options available. Wednesday 19 June Waurn Ponds 2:30-3:30pm Wednesday 11 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 1:30-2:30pm Friday 19 July Belmont 10:30-11:30am Tuesday 13 August Barwon Heads 2:00-3:00pm
Do you have items at home that are too good to throw out but you no longer want to keep? Have you considered online selling? Come along and we will show you how and share some of the pitfalls to avoid. Tuesday 18 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 3:00-4:00pm Wednesday 31 July Torquay 2:30-3:30pm
SOCIAL SENIORS For over 60s, this three week series of workshops will teach real-life skills that will help you explore new interests, meet new people and stay connected. Book into this 3 week course now! Tuesdays 18 June, 25 June & 2 July Leopold 1:00-3:30pm Tuesdays 16 July, 23 July & 30 July Queenscliff 2:00-4:30pm
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eKNOW HOW
3D PRINTING: DESIGN A PHONE STAND
WINTER 3D PEN CHALLENGE
Learn more advanced 3D design techiques and create a custom phone stand in this intermediate session.
3D pens are a great way to sculpt quickly in 3D. We have some great winter project ideas to help you get the hang of them, or draw your own creation. Ages 14+
Tuesday 18 June Corio 4:00-5:00pm
Monday 1 July Newcomb 10:00-11:00am
Monday 26 August Corio 4:00-5:00pm
Thursday 4 July Leopold 1:00-2:00pm
CUSTOM JEWELLERY
Monday 26 August Drysdale 2:00-3:00pm
Learn how to design a custom piece of 3D jewellery and explore the potential of your creativity in the Makerspace. Ages 14+ Thursday 27 June Leopold 1:00-2:30pm
THE INTERNET AND EMAIL FOR BEGINNERS Learn how to sign up for an email account so that you can send messages and attachments. Discover the basics of Internet searching, and how you can recognise reputable websites. Friday 28 June Newcomb 10:00-11:00am Monday 19 August Newcomb 10:00-11:00am
EMAGAZINES FOR FREE! Want to read the latest magazines delivered straight to your device for free using your library membership? There are hundreds of eMagazines to choose from. Please bring along your own device. Thursday 4 July Highton 2:30-3:30pm Thursday 11 July Corio 3:00-4:00pm Friday 9 August Bannockburn 2:30-3:30pm Wednesday 28 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm Friday 30 August Belmont 10:30-11:30am
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3D MODELLING
INTRODUCTION TO TROVE
Come along and learn how to use basic modelling tools to create some interesting 3D objects. Monday 1 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:00-6:30pm
Trove is the National Library of Australia’s online repository of digital materials. Come along to this introductory workshop to learn how to search, find and get access to the millions of digitised books, images, maps, newspapers, sound recordings and more.
Friday 26 July Newcomb 10:00-11:30am
Tuesday 2 July Drysdale 2:00-3:00pm Tuesday 20 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 1:30-2:30pm
ARDUINO FREE PLAY Come and learn about Arduino electronic circuits and coding with a choice of fun projects. Age 10+, families welcome Wednesday 3 July Bannockburn 2:30-3:30pm
MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR PHONE CAMERA Get the most out of the camera on your smartphone or tablet. This workshop will show you how to utilise the photographic tools at your fingertips. Tuesday 2 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm Thursday 20 June Leopold 1:00-2:00pm Wednesday 21 August Torquay 2:00-3:00pm
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GREAT APPS FOR YOUR DEVICE Take advantage of some of the fantastic apps available on your smartphone or tablet. Bring your own device and learn how to solve your password worries, read eBooks and eMagazines, and effortlessly navigate cities. Wednesday 3 July Torquay 11:00-12noon Wednesday 14 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 3:00-4:00pm
eKNOW HOW
INTRODUCTION TO FACEBOOK Want to learn the basics of Facebook? Come along and we will show how to connect with friends, follow pages of interest or create your own page. Monday 15 July Newcomb 10:00-11:00am Tuesday 13 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 3:00-4:00pm
CV/RESUME WRITING TIPS
ANDROID BASICS
Learn about useful resume writing tools at this practical session.
Bring along your own device and get some tips on how to get the most out of your tablet.
Thursday 18 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm
Monday 22 July Newcomb 10:00-11:00am
Thursday 29 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm
Friday 23 August Drysdale 2:00-3:00pm
ESMART CYBER SAFETY SAVING TO THE CLOUD Ever wanted to know what is in the Cloud and how to use it? Come along and learn about using Cloud storage, such as DropBox or Google Drive. Thursday 25 July Ocean Grove 2:30-3:30pm
Find out how to stay safe online. Develop your cyber safety knowledge, increase your awareness of online risks and the strategies to avoid those risks. Monday 29 July Newcomb 10:00-11:00am
Thursday 22 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm
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MYGOV EXPLORED Explore the benefits and optimise your use with the myGov website. In partnership with the Department of Health and Human Services. Wednesday 31 July Leopold 10:30-12noon Tuesday 27 August Ocean Grove 10:30-12noon
3D SCANNING Learn how to 3D scan objects using iPads to create a 3D-printed model of your own. Monday 29 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30-6:30pm Friday 9 August Newcomb 10:00-11:00am
MAKE MUSIC WITH GARAGEBAND ON YOUR IPAD A one, a two, a one, two, three, four! Well maybe a few more steps but come and learn how to take it from the top with GarageBand on your iPad. Thursday 1 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:30pm Thursday 15 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:30pm
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VIEW ON DEMAND Discover the thrill of Catch-Up TV and subscription entertainment such as Netflix, ABC iView and Kanopy. Learn to unlock your favourite shows and get the most from your service. Friday 14 June Newcomb 10:00-11:00am Thursday 1 August Leopold 1:00-2:00pm Monday 12 August Newcomb 10:00-11:00am Wednesday 14 August Queenscliff 10:30-11:30am
MAKERSPACE MONDAYS Would you like to be 3D Scanned? Want to experience virtual reality? Come along and learn about these amazing technologies. No bookings required. Every Monday (except public holidays) Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm
YOUTH PROGRAMS
YOUTH PROGRAMS TUESDAY TECHIES
ADVANCED MINDSTORMS
Drop in on Tuesdays during Term 2 to tinker with our fun new technology, including the NAO robot, virtual reality, 3D printing and more! No bookings required. Ages 12+
Learn to design, build, program and control LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3® robot in this hands-on session. Get the most out of Advanced Mindstorms by attending all sessions. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 12+
Tuesday 4, 11, 18 & 19 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:30pm
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 bookings required. Ages 12+ Wednesdays during school terms Newcomb 5:00-6:00pm
MAKE YOUR OWN NEON LEAD LIGHT PICTURE Choose from stencils and bend and twist LED rope into pictures and words. Use two colours for effects or build on your piece with other objects. Take your creation home with you and hang it on your wall. In partnership with City of Greater Geelong, Youth Development Unit. Bookings essential via www.geelongyouth.eventbrite.com.au Ages 12-18. Monday 8 July Waurn Ponds 1:30-4:30pm
Commencing: Wednesday 24 July Ocean Grove 4:00-5:30pm
THE WRITING DOME Do you have a passion for writing? Discover new techniques, share your ideas, stay motivated and improve your craft. Bring your own device or use one of ours. No bookings required. Ages 12+ Thursdays during school terms Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:30pm
ART HOUSE Socialise with friends, create amazing artwork, play games and have fun. Remember, you don't have to be a great artist to create fantastic artwork. Delivered in partnership with the fOrt Youth Centre. No bookings required. Ages 12+ Thursdays during school terms Lara 3:30-5:00pm
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HOLIDAY STUFF! 3D PAPER WEAVING
TIME FOR GAMES
Are you up for a challenge? Then join us for an adventure in three dimensional paper weaving. This program will test your patience and your skills but the results are enviable. Ages 12-18.
Join us for an evening of fun as we challenge you with movies, songs and word games. Prizes to be won! Book your table (max. 6 per table). Pizza and drinks provided; BYO snacks. For bookings contact Aleisha, City of Greater Geelong Youth Development Officer, on 5272 4683 or 0421 583 369. All ages.
Monday 1 July Leopold 2:30-4:00pm Tuesday 2 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-4:00pm
Tuesday 9 July Ocean Grove 5:30-7:30pm
Wednesday 3 July Waurn Ponds 2:30-4:00pm
BEADED KEYRINGS
Tuesday 9 July Belmont 2:30-4:00pm
Come along and learn some simple beading techniques to create your own cool keyring or bag tag. Ages 12-18.
Thursday 11 July Lara 2:30-4:00pm
Monday 1 July Newcomb 2:30-3:30pm
Friday 12 July Torquay 2:30-4:00pm
Wednesday 3 July Ocean Grove 10:30-11:30am
DIY TRAVEL JOURNALS
Wednesday 3 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm
Turn your holiday into an everlasting memory by creating your own personalised travel journal. Learn binding techniques and use recycled materials to decorate your journal. Ages 12-18. Tuesday 2 July Belmont 2:30-4:00pm Thursday 11 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-4:00pm
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Monday 8 July Corio 2:30-3:30pm Monday 8 July Leopold 2:30-3:30pm Wednesday 10 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm
HOLIDAY STUFF!
STEAMPUNK FASHION
INSTA ALBUMS
Enter the retro-futuristic Victorian world of Jules Verne and create your very own Steampunk top-hat. Ideal for that next journey aboard a mighty zeppelin. BYO goggles and other accoutrements. Ages 12-18.
Don’t lose your memories in data fails and upgrades. Keep a copy of your favourite Insta pics with a personalised mini photo album. Ages 12-18.
Wednesday 3 July Corio 2:30-4:00pm Monday 8 July Geelong West, Newcomb 2:30-4:00pm Tuesday 9 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-4:00pm
ALL IN! GAME ON! Battle it out with your favourite Xbox and Wii games, and explore the world of virtual reality as we get together and get our game on! In partnership with the fOrT Youth Centre. Ages 12-18. Friday 12 July Corio 2:30- 4:30pm
ALL IN! MOVIE NIGHT Join us for snacks and a movie (M rated). In partnership with the fOrT Youth Centre. Bookings essential as places are strictly limited. Ages 12-18.
Thursday 4 July Lara 2:30-4:00pm Wednesday 10 July Torquay 2:30-4:00pm
EXPERIENCE VIRTUAL REALITY Want to try VR? Live out your imagination in immersive and interactive virtual worlds in this hands-on session. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 12-18. Wednesday 10 July Waurn Ponds 2:30-5:30pm
MOVIE NIGHT Join us for pizza and a movie (M Rated). Bookings essential as places are strictly limited. In Partnership with the City of Greater Geelong, Youth Development Unit. For bookings contact Tania, City of Greater Geelong Youth Development Officer on 0400 555 273. Ages 12-18. Friday 12 July Newcomb 5:30-8:00pm
Friday 5 July Corio 5:30-7:30pm
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ALL ABOUT KIDS! BEING FIRE SAFE Calling all junior firefighters and families! Join us for a visit from our local CFA to learn more about how to be a fire safe kid! Monday 1 July Belmont 2:00-3:00pm Tuesday 2 July Geelong West 10:30-11:30am Tuesday 2 July Ocean Grove 2:00-3:00pm Wednesday 3 July Newcomb 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 3 July Leopold 2:00-3:00pm Thursday 4 July Chilwell 10:30-11:30am Thursday 4 July Lara 2:00-3:00pm Friday 5 July Queenscliff 10:30-11:30am Friday 5 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm
BABY TIME Join us for a fun-filled session of songs and rhymes for babies. Sessions run all year except for January. No bookings required. Mondays Waurn Ponds & Drysdale 11:30-11:50am Tuesdays Geelong Library & Heritage Centre, Leopold 11:30-11:50am, Lara & Torquay 2:30-2:50pm Wednesdays Geelong Library & Heritage Centre, Corio 11:30-11:50am Belmont, Geelong West 2:30-2:50pm Thursdays Ocean Grove, Waurn Ponds 11:30-11:50am Fridays Bannockburn, Newcomb 11:30-11:50am Saturdays 22 June, 20 July & 17 August Belmont 10:30-10:50am
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ALL ABOUT KIDS!
TODDLER TIME Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program. No bookings required. Mondays during school terms Geelong Library & Heritage Centre, Waurn Ponds & Leopold 10:30-11:00am Tuesdays during school terms Belmont 9:30-10:00am Newcomb 10:30-11:00am Wednesdays during school terms Belmont 9:30-10:00am Ocean Grove, Torquay 10:30-11:00am Thursdays during school terms Geelong Library & Heritage Centre, Bannockburn, Corio, Geelong West 10:30-11:00am Fridays during school terms Drysdale, Lara, Waurn Ponds 10:30-11:00am Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-2:30pm Saturdays 22 June, 20 July & 17 August Belmont 9:30-10:00am Sundays during school terms Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:00pm
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading. No bookings required. Mondays during school terms Ocean Grove, Torquay 10:30-11:15am Tuesdays during school terms Bannockburn, Belmont, Chilwell, Corio, Drysdale 10:30-11:15am Wednesdays during school terms Geelong West, Lara, Leopold, Waurn Ponds 10:30-11:15am Thursdays during school terms Belmont, Newcomb, Queenscliff 10:30-11:15am Fridays during school terms Geelong Library & Heritage Centre, Barwon Heads, Highton 10:30-11:15am
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SENSORY STORY TIME
CONSTRUCTION CLUB
This sensory-rich story time is for all children. These sessions accommodate delayed motor skill development and include opportunities for children to interact, with less sitting and more movement. Audio stimulation is limited and group size is small. Bookings recommended.
Join us for a 4-week adventure into the world of engineering. Challenge yourself as we create famous world landmarks, bridges and buildings. Who can build the highest tower? How much weight can your bridge hold? Ages 5+
Tuesdays during school terms Corio 11:30am-12noon Thursdays during school terms Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-2:30pm
NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK Explore Aboriginal language groups in Victoria; discover local areas of significance, street names and food sources. Learn the history of local areas and participate in a writing exercise using Wadawurrung language. Ages 8+ Monday 3 June Corio 4:00-5:00pm
RADICAL RACERS!
Commencing: Tuesday 4 June Leopold 4:00-5:00pm Tuesday 16 July Lara 4:00-5:00pm Wednesday 21 August Leopold 4:00-5:00pm
JUNIOR BOTS Learn to create simple step-by-step programs and develop basic coding skills with our Blue-Bot floor robots. This 4-week course is designed to progressively build on the skills developed each week and activities are designed for parents and carers to experience alongside their child. Participants are asked to attend all sessions. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 5+
Use your skills to design, create and test a series of racing machines in this 4-week program. Which design will emerge superior in tests of engineering, accuracy, speed and distance? It could be yours! No bookings required. Ages 7+
Commencing: Wednesday 5 June Ocean Grove 4:00-5:00pm
Commencing: Wednesday 5 June Corio 4:00-5:00pm
Tuesday 20 August Newcomb 4:00-5:00pm
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Wednesday 24 July Torquay 4:00-5:00pm
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CODING WITH SPHERO
CODE CLUB: HTML & CSS
Sphero BOLT is an app-enabled robotic ball that provides endless opportunities to be creative and have fun whilst learning to code. Join us for this 4-week course to complete coding tasks with BOLT. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 10+
Join us for Code Club and learn how to master HTML and CSS to make your own websites and animations. To get the most from this 9-week program participants are requested to attend all sessions. Please bring your own device. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 9-11.
Commencing: Wednesday 5 June Leopold 4:00-5:00pm
SEW WHAT!? Ever wanted to learn to sew? Make a cuddly new friend to take home in this 3-week course. Choose your pattern, cut your fabric and sew it all together with our sewing machine! Bookings essential. Ages 8+ Commencing: Thursday 13 June Corio 4:00-5:00pm
NAIDOC WEEK TELLING TALES, SPINNING YARNS Celebrate NAIDOC Week with us as we share in our Indigenous culture’s rich storytelling traditions. Create your own story, interact with games and take home a piece of the fun. Ages 8+ Tuesday 9 July Corio 2:30-3:30pm
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Commencing: Monday 22 July Ocean Grove 4:00-5:00pm Wednesday 24 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:00pm
LEGO® MINDSTORMS Learn to control a robot in these handson sessions. Get the most from LEGO® MINDSTORMS® by attending all the sessions. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 8+ Commencing: Monday 22 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:00pm Tuesday 23 July Corio 4:00-5:00pm
ALL ABOUT KIDS!
BLOXELS GAMING
LEGOÂŽ WEDO 2.0
Build your own video game with Bloxels! Become the writer, artist and developer with coloured blocks and a 13-bit layout. Create game rooms, characters and objects, and then watch your game world come to life in this 4-week course. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 10+
Build and construct LEGOÂŽ WeDo 2.0 models which can be programmed and brought to life with simple, drag-anddrop software. Activities are designed for parents and carers to experience alongside their child and participants are requested to attend all sessions in this 4-week course. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 7-11.
Monday 22 July Leopold 4:00-5:00pm
PRESCHOOL SCIENCE CLUB This fun-filled 4-week program combines everyday objects and experiences with genuine scientific enquiry methods. The program has been designed for parents and carers to experience alongside their child and participants are requested to attend all sessions. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 3-5.
Commencing: Tuesday 23 July Waurn Ponds 4:00-5:00pm Wednesday 24 July Leopold 4:00-5:00pm
Commencing: Monday 22 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm Thursday 22 August Ocean Grove 10:00-11:00am
COMIC CREATORS Learn to create your very own superhero comic book in this fun and informative 4-week program. Ages 8+ Commencing: Thursday 25 July Corio 4:00-5:00pm
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CODING WITH EDISON The Edison robot is a powerful, engaging tool for learning computational thinking and computer programming in a handson way. With built-in sensors Edison can respond to light and sound, follow lines, avoid obstacles, and communicate with other Edison robots. Join us for this 4-week course to explore coding with Edison robots. For bookings please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 8+
JAPANESE ART WORKSHOP – PRIMARY CHILDREN Come along to this hands-on workshop that will give you an introduction to the arts of Japanese Calligraphy (Shodo) and flower pressing (Oshibana). Get a taste of these art forms and their relationship to the Japanese aesthetic tradition. Presented by Japanese expatriate and Leopold local Kazuko Horii-Watson. Please bring a smock or wear an old top.
Commencing: Tuesday 23 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:00pm
Thursday 25 July Leopold 4:00-5:30pm
HORRID HISTORIES!
Readers' Theatre is a fun and exciting way to build confidence, learn performance skills, and explore themes and characters by reading theatre scripts. No drama experience required. No bookings required. Ages 8+
Journey through time with us as we explore the astounding, surprising and downright dirty innovations of our ancestors. This 5-week block will take us on an adventure to ancient Egypt, a ramble with some Romans and a voyage with the Vikings! No bookings required. Ages 8+ Commencing: Wednesday 24 July Corio 4:00-5:00pm
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YOUNG READERS' THEATRE
Friday 26 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:00pm Fridays in August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:00pm
ALL ABOUT KIDS!
NATIONAL SCIENCE WEEK POP-UP PLANETARIUM
SCIENCE FAIR
Experience a journey through the solar system and gaze at beautiful images of the planets, their orbits and satellites in a giant silver dome. With spectacular visual effects, draw your own conclusions about orbiting bodies in our solar system. Is there water out there? Is there life beyond Earth? All ages.
What makes colour change? How can you make a paperclip float? Celebrate Science Week with us and discover the answers to these questions and more! All ages.
Saturday 10 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:15pm
PROFESSOR BUNSEN SCIENCE SHOW Celebrate National Science Week and enjoy a mix of explosive entertainment and child-friendly science education. Join Professor Bunsen as he explores clouds, slimes, slushy polymers and more. All attending adults and children require a booking as places are limited. All ages.
Monday 12 August Lara 4:00-5:00pm Waurn Ponds 4:00-5:00pm Wednesday 14 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am Thursday 15 August Corio 2:30-3:30pm Ocean Grove 4:00-5:00pm Friday 16 August Newcomb 4:00-5:00pm
Saturday 17 August Waurn Ponds 11:00-12noon
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TOWER CHALLENGE Calling all budding engineers! Celebrate Engineering Week and test your tower building skills in this hands-on session. Try to build the tallest tower with the materials supplied. Saturday 3 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm
CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK PERFORMANCE Celebrate Children’s Book Week with us and enjoy a wonderful live performance by Meerkat Productions including audience interaction, original songs and fantastic puppetry. Bookings essential for all attending adults and children. All ages.
Tuesday 6 August Leopold 4:00-5:00pm
Saturday 24 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 12noon-12:45pm
MAKE AND LEARN
WRITING CADETS
Participate in this 4-week program that includes stop motion animation, Scratch 3.0, SpheroBolt and more. No bookings required. Ages 8+
Join our 4-week writing course at the Dome. Try out different writing techniques and share your writing with the group. Bring your own device or use ours. No bookings required. Ages 8+
Commencing: Wednesday 7 August Belmont 4:00-5:00pm
MICROBITS The micro:bit is a handheld programmable micro-computer that can be used for all sorts of cool creations, from robots to musical instruments. Come along to experience some of the endless possibilities in the world of micro:bits in this 4-week course. For bookings, please contact cysmanger@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 8+ Commencing: Monday 19 August Leopold 4:00-5:00pm
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Commencing: Tuesday 27 August Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:00pm
THE DRAMA GAMES Lights, camera, action! Join us for imaginative theatrical fun and take part in a range of drama games designed to maximise fun and laughter. Wednesday 28 August Torquay 4:00-5:00pm
HOLIDAY FUN!
HOLIDAY FUN! HOT AIR BALLOONS
WORLD TOUR SCAVENGER HUNT
Make your own hanging 3D hot air balloon in this crafty construction workshop. Ages 5+
Grab your passport and travel the world on this scavenger hunt around the library. Discover the continents of the world and find some of the many landmarks and animals that live there. Ages 8+
Sunday 30 June Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm Monday 1 July Waurn Ponds 2:30-3:30pm Tuesday 2 July Corio 2:30-3:30pm Drysdale 10:30-11:30am Thursday 4 July Queenscliff 10:30-11:30am Newcomb 2:30-3:30pm Monday 8 July Ocean Grove 10:30-11:30am Thursday 11 July Leopold 10:30-11:30am
MANY LANDS, MANY STORIES Join us for an imaginary journey around the world through magical stories, songs and games. Ages 5+
Monday 1 July Torquay 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 3 July Corio 10:30-11:30am Thursday 4 July Geelong West 10:30-11:30am Waurn Ponds 2:30-3:30pm Tuesday 9 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am
SPHERO CHALLENGE Sphero wants to take you around the world in just 80 MINUTES! Get coding! The rules are easy but the journey will be challenging. How will your team fare? Ages 8+ Monday 1 July Lara 10:30-12noon
Monday 1 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre, Ocean Grove 10:30-11:30am
Thursday 4 July Leopold 2:30-4:00pm
Thursday 4 July Corio 10:30-11:30am
Friday 12 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-4:00pm
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MINI LEGO® WEDO
DANCE AROUND THE WORLD
Build and construct LEGO® WeDo 2.0 models which can be programmed and brought to life with simple, drag-anddrop software. Ages 8+
Put on your dancing shoes for a fun-filled hour of traditional dances from around the globe. All ages.
Monday 1 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm
Tuesday 2 July Newcomb 10:30-11:30am Monday 8 July Torquay 10:30-11:30am
Thursday 11 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am
Thursday 11 July Corio 10:30-11:30am
SNAIL MAIL REVIVAL
Friday 12 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am
Getting a postcard or letter in the mail is always fun. Design and create your own unique postcard to be sent to family or friends, near or far, in this hands-on workshop. Ages 5+
JAPANESE PAPER DOLLS
Tuesday 2 July Chilwell 10:30-11:30am
Join us as we create our own paper dolls inspired by traditional Japanese kokeshi dolls in this hands-on session for boys and girls. Ages 8+
Wednesday 3 July Lara, Leopold, Torquay 10:30-11:30am
Tuesday 2 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-12noon
Thursday 4 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am
Friday 5 July Newcomb 2:30-4:00pm
Friday 5 July Barwon Heads 10:30-11:30am
Monday 8 July Lara 10:30-12noon
Tuesday 9 July Drysdale 10:30-11:30am
Wednesday 10 July Leopold 10:30-12noon
Wednesday 10 July Waurn Ponds 10:30-11:30am Thursday 11 July Belmont 10:30-11:30am
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HOLIDAY FUN!
MOVIE MANIA
DREAMTIME TALES
It's a fiesta of film fun these holidays. Join us for a movie that is sure to entertain. Movies are G and PG rated and places are strictly limited. All ages.
Creation or Dreaming stories describe the travels of the spiritual ancestors and are integral to Aboriginal spirituality. Join us for a special story session as we discover some of these great stories. Ages 5+
Wednesday 3 July Newcomb 6:00-8:00pm Tuesday 9 July Waurn Ponds 4:30-6:00pm
EXPLORE THE UNIVERSE This active session will have you exploring the universe with craft, games and hands-on discovery. Ages 8+ Wednesday 3 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am Thursday 4 July Belmont 10:30-11:30am Ocean Grove 2:30-3:30pm Friday 5 July Torquay 2:30-3:30pm Waurn Ponds 10:30-11:30am Tuesday 9 July Newcomb 2:30-3:30pm
Wednesday 3 July Waurn Ponds, Geelong West 10:30-11:30am Monday 8 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am Tuesday 9 July Chilwell, Corio, Lara 10:30-11:30am Leopold 2:30-3:30pm Thursday 11 July Newcomb 10:30-11:30am Ocean Grove 2:30-3:30pm
CLASH OF THE CONTINENTS Explore the continents of the world as you create your very own papier mâché globe. Ages 8+ Wednesday 3 July Belmont 10:30-11:30am
Wednesday 10 July Corio 2:30-3:30pm
Thursday 4 July Corio 2:30-3:30pm Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm
Friday 12 July Drysdale 10:30-11:30am
Friday 5 July Drysdale 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 10 July Ocean Grove 10:30-11:30am
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CONSTRUCT A LANDMARK
BASIC PROGRAMMING WITH NAO
Build your own version of the Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty, the Sydney Harbour Bridge and other world-famous landmarks in this hands-on session. All ages.
Meet NAO, our humanoid robot. Learn to program with Choregraphe Suite and discover how to make her move and talk in this beginner's workshop. Ages 8+
Thursday 4 July Bannockburn 2:30-3:30pm
Monday 8 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm
Friday 5 July Corio 10:30-11:30am Sunday 7 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm Wednesday 10 July Geelong West 10:30-11:30am Friday 12 July Barwon Heads 10:30-11:30am
FLIGHT CHALLENGE Calling all budding engineers. Build a paper plane that can carry cargo and glide more than three metres using card and assorted craft materials. Are you up for the challenge? Ages 5+ Saturday 6 July Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm Tuesday 9 July Belmont 10:30-11:30am Friday 12 July Waurn Ponds 10:30-11:30am
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FISHY TALES One, two, three, four, five once I caught a fish alive... Join the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre and the Queenscliff Library for a morning of fishy tales and craft. Bookings essential and include free entry for one accompanying adult. Call Queenscliff Library on: 5258 2017. Thursday 11 July Queenscliff Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre 10:30-11:30am
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