DECEMBER 2012 – FEBRUARY 2013
SUM EDIT MER ION
“ W ELCO M E ” It’s my pleasure to present you with the Geelong Regional Library Corporation’s events and programs brochure for December 2012 to February 2013. Your libraries are offering a great number and array of activities and events this Summer. We place special emphasis on the development of reading literacy and with this in mind, provide a huge range of children’s and youth activities. We are also helping the community keep pace with changes in technology through our educational programming. Libraries are community spaces. Our programming for adults is also extensive with book chats, poetry, author events and many other activities to enjoy. Make the most of the Summer days with a visit to your local library and join in with the events and activities that interest you. This brochure details opportunities for every community member to participate and learn. We hope to see you in our libraries regularly. There is something for everyone. Cr Andy Richards Chair
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
ALL ABOUT KIDS!
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS
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PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
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eKNOW HOW
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Events and Programs December 2012 - February 2013 | 3
Baby Time Nursery Verses
Toddler Time
Filled with songs, rhymes and finger plays to stimulate little minds and encourage early language skills, a Baby Time session is an early literacy program for babies aged 0-12 months. Sessions run all year except for January. No booking required.
Toddler Time sessions encourage early literacy skills through songs, rhymes and shared reading experiences that assist in developing a lifelong love of reading in your child. Join us for this lively session. Sessions run during school terms. Ages 1-3. No booking required.
Tuesdays Lara, Torquay Wednesdays Corio, Drysdale Belmont, Geelong West
2:30-2:50pm 11:30-11:50am 2:30-2:50pm
Thursdays Bannockburn, Geelong, Ocean Grove, Waurn Ponds 11:30-11:50am Fridays Barwon Heads, Newcomb
Mondays Waurn Ponds
10:30-11am
Tuesdays Newcomb 10:30-11am Corio 11:30am-12noon Wednesdays Belmont 9:30-10am
11:30-11:50am
Fourth Saturday of the month Belmont 10:30-10:50am
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ALL ABOUT KIDS
Preschool Story Time Sharing stories with your child is one of the best ways to encourage early literacy skills and develop a lifelong love of reading. Join us for a fun session of stories, songs and rhymes. Sessions run during school terms. No booking required. Mondays Torquay
Tuesdays Bannockburn, Belmont, Chilwell, Corio, Drysdale
10:30-11:15am 10:30-11:15am
Wednesdays 10:30-11:15am Geelong West, Waurn Ponds, Torquay, Lara Thursdays Belmont, Corio, Drysdale, Geelong, Geelong West, Newcomb, Queenscliff
10:30-11:15am
Fridays Barwon Heads, Highton, Ocean Grove
10:30-11:15am
Tinsel Tales Families, come and join us for some cheery Christmas Story Telling fun. All Ages. Friday Belmont
14 December 6.30-7.30pm
Christmas Story Times Regular Story Time Sessions during this week will feature Christmas stories, rhymes and songs to celebrate the festive season. 17-21 December All Libraries
10:30-11.30am
Bedtime Favourites
Chatter Books Why not join us for an afternoon of bookish fun? We'll explore your favourite books, authors, genres and so much more! Sessions run during school terms. Ages 8-12. No booking required. Third Monday of the Month Belmont 4-5pm First Wednesday of the Month Ocean Grove 4-5pm First Thursday of the Month Bannockburn 4-5pm
Put on your pyjamas and bring your teddy to the library for sleepy time stories and songs. Ages 3+ Monday Geelong West
21 January 6-7pm
Tuesday Ocean Grove
12 February 6:30-7:30pm
Wednesday Newcomb
20 February 6:30-7:30pm
Sleepy Saturday Stories When the sun gets too hot and you need a rest in the shade, come into the Ocean Grove Library and enjoy some slow, sleepy tales. Ages 3+ Saturday Ocean Grove
9 February 2:30-3:30pm
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Craft in a Tangle Create your own artwork using wool, string and other things that twist, knot, weave and tangle. Ages 8-12 Monday Newcomb
7 January 10:30-11:30am
Tuesday Ocean Grove
15 January 10:30-11:30am
Thursday Belmont
17 January 10:30-11:30am
Friday Barwon Heads Waurn Ponds
18 January 10:30-11:30am 10:30-11:30am
It’s a Muddle and a Mess! Mix-ups, messes and muddles make this Story Time session one not to miss. Everything is most definitely not as it should be and we need your help to sort it out! Ages 3-6
Summer Fun at Your Local Library! These school holidays visit your local library and collect one of our fun activity folders that is filled with reading challenges, activities and things to make and do these school holidays. Available in libraries from 17 December
Tuesday Bannockburn
8 January 10:30-11:30am
Thursday Drysdale
17 January 10:30-11:30am
Tuesday Belmont
22 January 10:30-11:30am
Wednesday Waurn Ponds
23 January 10:30-11:30am
Thursday Queenscliff
24 January 10:30-11:30am
PLEASE NOTE: Due to popular demand our Holiday Fun program requires each child participant to register for a free ticket via our website to attend.
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Hair-Raising Tangle Tales
Learn techniques, tips and tricks for creating your own cartoon character. Ages 8-12
From Rapunzel to Ella Kazoo there are countless hair-raising tales about…hair! Brushing it, growing it, tangling it and cutting it, join us for a fun session where we look at hair everywhere. Ages 3-6
Tuesday Ocean Grove
8 January 2:30-4pm
Monday Drysdale
21 January 2:30-4pm
My Library Bag
Wednesday Waurn Ponds
9 January 10:30-11:30am
Frame It!
Decorate a calico library bag with your own design to use every time you visit the library. Ages 5+ Wednesday Geelong West
9 January 10:30-11:30am
Thursday Newcomb
10 January 10:30-11:30am
Thursday Queenscliff
17 January 2:30-3:30pm
Fractured Fairytales Dress up as your favourite Story Time character but with a twist! Join us for a fun filled Story Time session as we explore favourite tales in a whole new way. Ages 3-6 Wednesday Lara
9 January 10:30-11:30am
Friday Ocean Grove
11 January 10:30-11:30am
Tuesday Newcomb
15 January 10:30-11:30am
Monday Torquay
21 January 10:30-11:30am
Tuesday Bannockburn
22 January 10:30-11:30am
Decorate a cardboard frame as a keepsake for your special holiday photos. Ages 5+ Thursday Drysdale
10 January 10:30-11:30am
Monday Torquay
14 January 10:30-11:30am
Wednesday Lara
16 January 10:30-11:30am
Thursday Bannockburn
17 January 10:30-11:30am
It's a Date! Make your very own calendar for 2013. Wednesday Ocean Grove
23 January 2:30-3:30pm
ALL ABOUT KIDS
Cartoon Characters
Manga Club
Pop Fiction
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. Ages 12+
Read, review, create and collaborate at Pop Fiction, the book club with a difference; it focuses on popular culture. Ages 12+
First Tuesday of the Month* Belmont 5-6pm Second Wednesday of the Month* Newcomb 5-6pm
Third Tuesday of the Month* Ocean Grove 5-6pm Third Wednesday of the Month* Waurn Ponds 5-6pm
Last Thursday of the Month* Waurn Ponds 5-6pm
* Continues through school holidays, no bookings required.
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Artery at Lara Library
Like to draw, sketch or paint what’s on your mind? SketchOut is a chance to get together with others who write with their art, whether it be comics, cartoons or street art. Ages 12+
Come along to this creative after-school workshop. Get hands-on making artwork in the theme of The Enchanted Garden. Bookings are required as numbers are limited. Presented in partnership with CoGG Youth Development Unit. Ages 12+
Second Tuesday of the Month* Waurn Ponds 4-5pm Last Tuesday of the Month* Torquay 4-5pm
Wednesday Lara Library
YOUTH PROGRAMS
SketchOut
12 December 4-6pm
TGIF Gametime Ready for a break at the end of the week? TGIF Gametime is a chance for you to sit back with a controller, deck, or pair of dice and play games new and old. Ages 12+ Second Friday of the Month* Waurn Ponds 4-5pm
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Chess Challenge
Stencil It!
Come along and try your luck in our chess challenge. Ages 12+
Create your own pop culture art and learn how to cut, paint and multilayer your work to turn drawings and photos into urban street art in this hands-on workshop. Ages 12+
Friday Bannockburn
4 January 3-4pm
Chibi-rama Bring your own chibi characters to life by creating a 3D version out of layered paper and card in this hands-on workshop. Ages 12+ Monday Queenscliff
7 January 2:30-4:30pm
Tuesday Belmont
15 January 2:30-4:30pm
Tuesday Newcomb
22 January 2:30-4:30pm
Friday Ocean Grove
11 January 2:30-4:30pm
Monday Geelong
14 January 2:30-4:30pm
iPoetry Unleash your creative spirit in a digital format and get hands-on with iPad poetry. Ages 12+ Tuesday Ocean Grove
15 January 5-6pm
Digilicious Experiment with apps and get your game on with some hands-on iPad fun at this sure to be popular session. Ages 12+ Thursday Waurn Ponds
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17 January 2:30-4:30pm
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Zines Workshops Do you enjoy writing, drawing, gluing, stapling and photocopying? Join us to learn how to use your creative side to turn your ideas, opinions, passions into your own mini magazine. Ages 12+ Friday Ocean Grove
18 January 2:30-4:30pm
Tuesday Waurn Ponds
22 January 2:30-4:30pm
Are You a Poet and Don't Know It? Experiment with poetry using recycled books and magazines and collage techniques by cutting and combining words to create ‘black out’ poetry. Ages 12+ Monday Geelong West
21 January 2:30-4:30pm
PLEASE NOTE: Due to popular demand our School Holiday program requires each youth participant to register for a free ticket via our website to attend.
Stop Motion Create your own stop-motion mini-film at this hands-on workshop. Ages 12+ Tuesday Corio
22 January 2-4pm
Game On! Get your game on at these hands-on console gaming sessions! Presented in partnership with CoGG Youth Development Unit. Ages 12+ Wednesday Lara
23 January 6-8pm
Thursday Corio
24 January 4-6pm
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Tony Park Dark Heart
Maureen McCarthy The Convent Tony Park is a popular and successful author whose gripping adventure novels set in the heart of Africa have thrilled audiences around the world. The best selling author of African Dawn will discuss the story behind his newest book, Dark Heart.
Tuesday Waurn Ponds
4 December 6:30-8pm
Australian author Maureen McCarthy's new novel The Convent is a sweeping saga from a master storyteller. Hear Maureen discuss her exploration of the extraordinary experience of living and working in a convent through the eyes of four generations of Australian women. Thursday Waurn Ponds
6 December 6:30-8pm
All events require booking via website or phone unless specified.
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Sue Williams Murder with the Lot!
Writer, journalist and classical music aficionado, Stephen Downes, has written A Lasting Record, the unique true story of New Yorker William Kapell, America’s greatest home-grown concert pianist, and his connection to Geelong where he played his last concert before his tragic death in a plane crash. This special event celebrates the national launch of this unique record of Australian history and is presented in partnership with the Geelong Performing Arts Centre. Bookings www.gpac.org.au or phone 5225 1200.
Sue Williams is a refreshing and irreverent new voice in crime fiction and has been called Australia’s answer to Janet Evanovich and Sue Grafton. Join us for an entertaining author encounter as we learn about the star of this debut novel, smart, sassy, self-appointed private investigator, Cass Tuplin.
Thursday GPAC Drama Theatre
Thursday Belmont
AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS
Stephen Downes A Lasting Record
28 February 6:30-8pm
21 February 6.30-8.30pm
The Summer Read 2013 This summer we partner with the State Library of Victoria to present the The Summer Read 2013. This year's selected books will be available for loan in libraries across the region and we invite the community to join in the program and activities over the summer months. For more information visit: www.slv.vic.gov.au/summer-read
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Book Chat
Games Group
Come and chat about the books you have been reading, hear recommendations and meet new people. No booking required.
Meet new people and enjoy some friendly rivalry over games such as Scrabble, Checkers, cards, Yahtzee and more. No booking required.
First Tuesday of the Month Waurn Ponds 2:30-3:30pm Geelong West 10:30-11:30am
First Friday of the Month Newcomb 10-11am
Third Tuesday of the Month Ocean Grove 2:30-3:30pm Second Wednesday of the Month Newcomb 2:30-3:30pm Second Thursday of the Month Chilwell 2-3pm Third Thursday of the Month Torquay 7-8pm First Friday of the Month Torquay 11am-12noon Second Friday of the Month Queenscliff 11am-12noon
First Wednesday of the Month Bannockburn 6-7pm
Festive Cards Workshop Local craft specialist June Burrell shares her love of card making with the community through this session. Book your place now and create something special to share with friends this Christmas. This free activity suits ages 16+ and bookings are required via the library or our website. Tuesday Geelong West
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4 December 2.30-4pm
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
New Year, New You!
Introducing a new series of information sessions with a focus on lifestyle and learning. We have called on some experts to help you make a fresh start in 2013! Conquer Your Debt!
Let's Get Organised!
Get advice from a finance expert from Income Solutions on how to repay debt quicker and take control of your money, while maintaining your lifestyle.
Don't miss this session full of expert tips and tricks from The Lifestylers Group on decluttering and organising your home with a professional organiser.
Saturday Belmont
Saturday Waurn Ponds
9 February 10.30-11.30am
23 February 10.30-11.30am
All events require booking via website or phone unless specified.
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Introduction to Ancestry Library Edition This session is for new users of the Ancestry Library Edition database and will provide an introductory exploration of the site for those interested in discovering more about their family history. Monday Belmont
3 December 2.30-3.30pm
Monday Waurn Ponds
4 February 2.30-3.30pm
Tuesday 19 February Belmont 2.30-3.30pm Monday Waurn Ponds
25 February 2.30-3.30pm
eBooks for Your Tablet Do you want to learn how to borrow eBooks from the library and read them on your iPad or Android tablet? Download the Free Overdrive App from the App Store and we will show you how. Friday Bannockburn
7 December 2-3pm
Monday Queenscliff
11 February 3.30-4.30pm
Monday Torquay
18 February 2.30-3.30pm
Monday Drysdale
25 February 3.30-4.30pm
All events require booking via website or phone unless specified.
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Popular Online Social Networking Sites
This session will introduce the library website and online catalogue, and demonstrate placing holds and renewing items on loan. It will also explore free online learning resources and downloadables.
Explore and learn to use popular social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
Monday Waurn Ponds
10 December 2.30-3.30pm
Tuesday 5 February Corio 10.30-11.30am
iPad Basics
Cloud Computing What is the ‘cloud’ and how can you use it? Learn all about cloud computing through two free services, Google Docs and Dropbox. A demonstration will also be given on how these services work on an iPad. Some basic knowledge of using computers and an email account is necessary to get the most out of the session. Tuesday Ocean Grove
eKNOW HOW
Introduction to the Library Website and Online Resources
This one hour session will explore all the features of an iPad. From a personal organiser, eReader and gaming console to internet browsing and emailing, we will explore them all. Bring along your own device or get hands-on with one of ours. Thursday Lara
7 February 2-3pm
5 February 6.30-7.30pm
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iPads for Seniors
Introduction to Email and Internet
Join us for this one hour hands-on session and explore all the amazing features and functions of an iPad.
Learn the basics of searching the Internet. Create your own email account to keep in touch with family and friends. Aimed at participants with basic computer skills.
Friday Bannockburn
8 February 2-3pm
eBooks on Your eReader Bring along your laptop and eReader and begin your journey with eBooks. You will be guided through the initial setup of your device including software downloads. By the end of the session you will have your first eBook to read!
Monday Drysdale
11 February 11am-12noon
Wednesday Corio
20 February 10.30-11.30am
Where's the News?
Monday Queenscliff
11 February 2-3pm
Discover current and historical newspaper and magazine articles online. Learn how to search the library news and journal databases, and have a brief look at online digital newspaper resources.
Monday Torquay
18 February 1-2pm
Friday 15 February Belmont 10.30-11.30am
Monday Drysdale
25 February 2-3pm
Book a Librarian Book a 30 minute one-on-one session to help you use library resources and services and get the most out of your library membership. Every Monday Corio
2-4pm
Every Wednesday Belmont
10am-12noon
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eKNOW HOW
iPads for Everyone
iPad Help Desk
Find out why iPads are such amazing devices! Discover some secrets to help you get the most out of your iPad. This session is designed for the beginner to intermediate user. Bring your own iPad, or borrow one from the library.
Book a half-hour iPad help session with a librarian. You can borrow one of the library iPads, or bring your own.
Third Tuesday of the Month Waurn Ponds 6-7pm
Second & Fourth Thursday of the month* Waurn Ponds 2-3pm (2 half hour sessions) * Commences February 2013
All events require booking via website or phone unless specified.
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LIBRARY LOCATIONS Bannockburn 25-27 High Street Bannockburn VIC 3331 p 5281 2367
Geelong 49 Little Malop Street Geelong VIC 3220 p 5222 1212
Barwon Heads Barwon Heads Primary School, Golf Links Road Barwon Heads VIC 3227 p 5254 2143
Geelong West 153A Pakington Street Geelong West VIC 3218 p 5229 1939
Belmont 163 High Street Belmont VIC 3216 p 5243 2655
Highton Roslyn Road (cnr Bellevue Ave) Highton VIC 3216 p 5243 4864
Chilwell 51 Russell Street Newtown VIC 3220 p 5221 5129
Lara 5 Walkers Road Lara VIC 3212 p 5282 4182
Corio Cox Road (cnr Moa St) Norlane VIC 3214 p 5275 2388
Newcomb Cnr Bellarine Highway and Wilsons Road Newcomb VIC 3219 p 5248 1802
Drysdale 18-20 Hancock Street Drysdale VIC 3222 p 5251 3855
MOBILE LIBRARIES Geelong, Surf Coast and Golden Plains p 5272 6010 Opening hours and further information is available from all libraries and at our website www.grlc.vic.gov.au
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Ocean Grove Presidents Avenue (cnr The Avenue) Ocean Grove VIC 3226 p 5255 4218 Queenscliff 55 Hesse Street Queenscliff VIC 3225 p 5258 2017 Torquay Surf City Plaza Beach Road Torquay VIC 3228 p 5261 3049 Waurn Ponds 140 Pioneer Road Waurn Ponds VIC 3216 p 5244 0048 Western Heights College Vines Road Hamlyn Heights VIC 3215 p 5277 1177