Geelong Regional Libraries - What's On at the Library - Spring 2018 by Geelong Regional Library Corporation

WHAT'S ON AT THE

LIBRARY SPRING / 2018

TONI JORDAN

MARKUS ZUSAK

ANNE SUMMERS

WELCOME

ON THE COVER

Spring has arrived and it has captured our attention just as our new season of programming will capture the imagination of residents and visitors to the region. Engaging encounters with leading authors, practical hands-on technology sessions, creative workshops, and opportunities to explore your heritage are on offer across all our branches; as well as a suite of entertaining and informative children’s and youth activities.

Toni Jordan (image by James Penlidis) – page 13

Enjoy high tea with business dynamo and AFL Women’s trailblazer Susan Alberti AC, in conversation with Geelong Regional Libraries’ Board Member and her biographer, Cr Stephanie Asher; and save the date for Jane Harper’s welcome return to Geelong to discuss her much-anticipated new thriller The Lost Man.

HOW TO BOOK

Express your creativity with sewing and crochet workshops; learn how you can help stop the extinction of the humble honey bee – a super organism that is vital to our own survival; or discover how soul-focussed psychotherapy has the potential to reduce limiting personal beliefs and behaviours.

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

Spring is a vibrant season of colour, fresh scents and warmer weather, so take some time out to enjoy one of the many events at your local public library.

By phone – 03 4201 0500

Cr Ron Nelson / Chair Geelong Regional Library Corporation

Bookings for events are free with your Library Membership unless specified, refer to our website for more details.

CONTENTS SPECIAL EVENTS

OPEN MIND SERIES

AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

CREATIVE & CONNECTED

HERITAGE 19 eKNOW HOW

YOUTH PROGRAMS / HOLIDAY STUFF

ALL ABOUT KIDS! / HOLIDAY FUN

In person – go to your local library and staff will book on your behalf. Group bookings – 03 4201 0500

BOOK NOW

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL WHEREVER YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL BOOK SALES AND AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING AT EVENTS WHEREVER YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL EVENT HELD AT THE GEELONG LIBRARY & HERITAGE CENTRE

JANE HARPER – THE LOST MAN

PAUL HAM – NEW JERUSALEM

VIKKI PETRAITIS – INSIDE THE LAW

Jane Harper, makes a welcome return to Geelong Library & Heritage Centre with her much-anticipated third book, The Lost Man.

Former Sunday Times correspondent, turned best-selling history writer, Paul Ham on his latest book ‘New Jerusalem’.

Join true crime author Vikki Petraitis as she discusses her 25-year ‘life of crime’ writing about real Australian cases.

SPECIAL EVENTS

CLEVER LIVING SEMINAR 5: RENOVATE RETROFIT REIMAGINE Megan Norgate is an interior and permaculture designer and the director of multi-disciplinary sustainable design studio Brave New Eco. Join Megan for this informative and practical seminar as she demonstrates how the best solutions are often the most beautiful, simple and resourceful, and have the potential to transform the way people exist within their homes and communities. She will also explore how to get the fundamental design principles right, whether working on a new interior, or through elements of a retrofit and refurbishment-based approach, to realise a home’s sustainable potential. Wednesday 19 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–8:30pm

HIGH TEA WITH SUSAN ALBERTI: THE TRAILBLAZING STORY OF THE FOOTY LADY

FINANCIAL ABUSE & SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DEBT: THE PRICE WOMEN PAY

No tragedy or challenge has proved too difficult for Susan Alberti. The woman from the working-class suburbs has battled board rooms, courts, lymphoma and diabetes; and was one of the driving forces behind the AFL's move into women's football. Join Susan and biographer and Geelong Regional Libraries' Board Member Cr Stephanie Asher for a special high tea event as they discuss their journey to publishing this remarkable story. Tickets $50 per person (includes a glass of sparkling wine on arrival).

Not all intimate partner violence is physical. There is often financial control imposed within abusive relationships, and devastating, long-term financial impacts after leaving the relationship. Financial abuse can take many forms. Women can inherit debt or poor credit ratings, lose property or have to deal with fines incurred by their abusive current or ex-partner. Join us for an evening of conversation with experts and survivors as they share real-life stories and information about the effects of financial abuse and the road to recovery. In partnership with Barwon Community Legal Service, Deakin University and Barwon Health.

Sunday 21 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–4:30pm

Tuesday 30 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:00–7:30pm

ANNE SUMMERS — UNFETTERED AND ALIVE: A MEMOIR Join us for this very special event with Anne Summers in conversation, as she discusses her inspiring memoir. One of Australia's most influential women, from cadet journalist, to policy-maker, to change agent-at-large, her new book reveals stories about the famous and powerful people she has worked with or reported on. Anne is refreshingly frank about her own anxieties and mistakes, as well as her at times heart-breaking family story of violence and ultimate reconciliation. Friday 9 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–7:30pm

SPECIAL EVENTS

JIM HAYNES PRESENTS THE TIMES AND RHYMES OF HENRY LAWSON

ROSALIE HAM — THE YEAR OF THE FARMER

JIM HAYNES PRESENTS THE SECRET LIFE OF BANJO PATERSON

Join author and entertainer Jim Haynes for this entertaining and informative session as he tells the remarkable story of Henry Lawson's tragic life and shows us why he is regarded as the most Australian of all verse writers, using Lawson's own verse to showcase his humour, observations of life and love of Australia.

Rosalie Ham, the number one bestselling author of ‘The Dressmaker’ returns to Geelong to discuss her latest novel, ‘The Year of the Farmer.’ A darkly satirical novel about a country town at war with the elements and one another, ‘The Year of the Farmer’ tells the story of Neralie Mackintosh, a woman who returns to her hometown in New South Wales to find it now has more problems than just the drought.

Did you know that Banjo Paterson rode winners at Rosehill, had a partially crippled right arm, enlisted in WW1 at the age of 52 and became a Major, and was involved in a scandalous romance that ended his six-year engagement? Author and entertainer Jim Haynes will reveal these stories (and many more) and perform a selection of works by the renowned Australian.

Tuesday 27 November Ocean Grove 6:30–7:30pm

Wednesday 28 November Waurn Ponds 6:30–7:30pm

Wednesday 31 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–7:30pm

THE ART OF RON TANDBERG

JANE HARPER — THE LOST MAN Former Geelong Advertiser journalist turned best-selling author, Jane Harper, makes a welcome return to Geelong Library & Heritage Centre to discuss her much-anticipated third book, 'The Lost Man'. Like her previous thrillers, 'The Dry' and 'Force of Nature', 'The Lost Man' creates a powerful atmosphere of suspense, set against a dazzling Australian landscape. Tickets $40pp include a copy of 'The Lost Man'. Sunday 28 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–7:30pm

MARKUS ZUSAK — BRIDGE OF CLAY Join Markus Zusak in conversation with Deakin University’s Maria Takolander to discuss his much-anticipated new novel, 'Bridge of Clay'. Presented in partnership with Word for Word Festival. Tickets $45 (Ticket includes a hardcover copy of 'Bridge of Clay'). Wednesday 14 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–7:30pm

Ron Tandberg was a renowned artist and political cartoonist who won 11 Walkley Awards during his 45-year career at The Age newspaper. Sadly Ron passed away in January this year aged 74, following a short illness. A resident of Queenscliff since 1996, Ron took great pleasure in the environment there. He enjoyed the abundant birdlife, pier, boats in the bay and swimming almost daily at the beach; as well as the many conversations with the people he met while out on his regular walks. Celebrate the late Ron Tandberg’s famed artwork, as part of the Borough of Queenscliffe’s Artists’ Walk. The Walk highlights the works of celebrated artists and photographers who are associated with the Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale region. The Queenscliff Library will host an exhibition of Ron’s artwork, including a series of short videos of Ron discussing the creation of his famous caricatures. Friday 5 October – Saturday 27 October Queenscliff Library

OPEN MIND SERIES

AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

OPEN MIND SERIES

AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

Paul Ham is a former Sunday Times correspondent, with a Master’s degree in Economic History from the London School of Economics. He is now an award-winning and best-selling history writer.

Meet these authors and hear about their books and the writing process

PAUL HAM — NEW JERUSALEM 'New Jerusalem' is a story of religious obsession and persecution, of noble ideals trampled to dust, and slavish sexual surrender. Who is to say that your God is not the true God? The questions raised by Paul Ham in ‘New Jerusalem’ go to the heart of the meaning of faith – not just for Christianity, but for all religion. The author of ‘Hiroshima Nagasaki, Vietnam: The Australian War’, ‘Kokoda’, ‘Young Hitler’, ‘Passchendaele’ and ‘1914, The Year the World Ended’ Paul Ham’s latest book ‘New Jerusalem’ is a story of religious obsession and persecution, of noble ideals trampled to dust, of slavish sexual surrender. Tuesday 13 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–7:30pm

ROBERT HILLMAN — THE BOOKSHOP OF THE BROKEN HEARTED Farmer Tom Hope thinks he’s ‘pretty rubbish’ at relationships; his first marriage finished almost before it started, but to his surprise he proves to be a wonderful dad to Peter, his first wife’s son. When his wife returns and takes Peter to the ‘Jesus camp’ Tom is shattered. Then into his life comes the charismatic Hannah, a beautiful HungarianJewish Holocaust survivor, filling his life with love, laughter and books. But will the ghosts of both their pasts stay at bay long enough for them to learn to love again? Join award-winning author Robert Hillman in conversation to discuss this compelling tale of love, grief and memory, set in a small Victorian town in the 1960s. Tuesday 11 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–7:30pm

SISONKE MSIMANG — ALWAYS ANOTHER COUNTRY Sisonke Msimang was born in exile, the daughter of South African freedom fighters. ‘Always Another Country’ is the story of a young girl’s path to womanhood—a journey that took her from Africa to America and back again, then on to a new home in Australia. Join the author for an insightful conversation with Deakin University’s Lisa Waller. Monday 3 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–7:30pm

AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

NARRELLE M HARRIS — FROM STOKER TO STACKHOUSE: THE VAMPIRE AS METAPHOR Throughout its literary life, the vampire has been a metaphor for many different things. That keeps changing, depending on the writer’s approach and the times they live in. Narrelle M Harris will discuss the history of the vampire novel and the different metaphors vampires represent in fiction: including fear of foreigners, anxieties about sex and death, the impact of the HIV crisis of the 1980s, and more recent commentary on over-consumption. Wednesday 10 October Waurn Ponds 6:30–7:30pm

CHRISTIAN WHITE — THE NOWHERE CHILD VIKKI PETRAITIS — INSIDE THE LAW: 25 YEARS OF TRUE CRIME WRITING For 25 years Vikki Petraitis has written about real Australian crimes, from the well-known to the obscure; and interviewed countless police, crime scene professionals, victims and survivors. Her career as a true crime writer has resulted in 13 books, including ‘The Frankston Serial Killer’. Join the author as she discusses her life in crime. Thursday 13 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–7:30pm

'The Nowhere Child' is a riveting tale of trauma, cult conspiracy and memory. Author Christian White’s life changed overnight when he went from working odd jobs to winning the coveted Victorian Premier’s Literary Award for an Unpublished Manuscript, ultimately receiving publishing deals in 15 countries. Join Christian in conversation as he discusses his extraordinary path to publication and the themes of this remarkable debut. Wednesday 26 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–7:30pm

AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

RICHY BENNETT — 100 DAWNS: A DIVINE ENTWINE OF MOTHER NATURE AND HUMAN NATURE

ANNE CONNOR — TWO GENERATIONS Twenty years after her father's death, award–winning Melbourne writer Anne Connor discovered a dark wartime secret from his past. Her investigation of the long-lasting impact it had on her family is explored in her debut memoir 'Two Generations'. Join Anne as she discusses how she reconstructed her family’s past to create a compelling threedimensional story that takes us from suburban Geelong to muddy wartime jungles and to the day Darwin was bombed on 19 February 1942.

Inspired by the beauty of nature, pioneering psychologist, author and poet Richy Bennett completed 100 consecutive days of dawn meditation and sunrise surfs to fundraise for mental health services. Learn how Richy found comfort through the discomfort of howling storms and wild waves. Coinciding with World Mental Health Day 2018, be enchanted by the uplifting vision and verse that arose from his devotion. Book launch.

TWO GENERATIONS

Thursday 11 October Torquay 6:30–7:30pm

NARRELLE M HARRIS — SHERLOCK HOLMES: HOWEVER IMPROBABLE

LOUISA DEASEY — A LETTER FROM PARIS

Award-wining author and speaker Narrelle M Harris will discuss the enduring popularity of famed detective Sherlock Holmes and his biographer, Dr John Watson. She will also explore the elements of a quintessential Holmes story within the context of modern interpretations: whether he’s depicted as a Victorian gentleman, a 21st Century detective, a cartoon mouse, a Japanese woman, or in a loving relationship with his best friend, John Watson.

A compelling tale of inheritance and creativity, loss and reunion, Melbournebased writer Louisa Deasey’s ‘A Letter From Paris’ is a true story of hidden art, lost romance, and family reclaimed. Part biography, part memoir ‘A Letter From Paris’ shows the power of the written word to cross the bridges of time. Join Louisa as she discusses her father's secret service in WW2; his relationships with some of the most famous bohemian artists in postwar Europe; and how Louisa learned of the discovery of letters written in 1949 that detail a passionate affair between her father Denison Deasey (who died when Louisa was just six years old) and the grandmother a Frenchwoman named Coralie.

Thursday 11 October Belmont 6:30–7:30pm

Tuesday 16 October Ocean Grove 11:00am–12:00noon

A memoir of secrets, forgiveness

Tuesday 16 October and my father Belmont 6:30–7:30pm

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Tuesday 16 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–7:30pm

AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

KAYE BAILLIE — MESSAGE IN A SOCK Tammy is safe at home, but her heart is with her father at the warfront. While her mother knits socks for the soldiers, Tammy slips a message inside each pair. But will her one special message find her father, and bring him safely home? Based on a true exchange between Lance Corporal A. McDougall and a young girl, 'Message in a Sock' is a gorgeous collagestyle tale which pays respect to the ANZACs and their families. Thursday 8 November Torquay 4:00–5:00pm

TONI JORDAN — THE FRAGMENTS Join Melbourne author of the acclaimed ‘Our Tiny, Useless Hearts’ Toni Jordan, as she discusses her new novel. A superbly crafted and captivating mystery, ‘The Fragments’ features long-buried secrets, literary intrigue and the most fascinating author to never exist. Wednesday 21 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–7:30pm

DALE BAKER — ARTY FARTY MARTY: THE PAINT SMASHIN' KRAKEN Arty Farty Marty loves to surf and paint. Join the author of this childrens' book, Dale Baker as he tries his tentacles at painting in the styles of some famous painters. But what happens when Marty's arty farty ways get a bit too farty?

JOCK SERONG — PRESERVATION Award-winning author and master storyteller Jock Serong turns his talents to historical narrative with 'Preservation'. Join the author as he discusses the in-depth research and fascinating back stories behind his latest release, based on the true story of the wreck of the Sydney Cove.

Thursday 18 October Waurn Ponds 9:30–10:30am Thursday 1 November Newcomb 11:30–12:30am

Wednesday 28 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:30–7:30pm

KEITH BADGER — JOINING LOOSE ENDS At 58, Keith Badger suddenly found himself with a dream to return to his birthplace and walk. It was a simple plan, to walk from one end of Britain to the other with his Australian wife Debby. Join Keith as he discusses his life-changing journey. Tuesday 13 November Belmont 6:30–7:30pm Wednesday 14 November Bannockburn 11:00am–12:00noon

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 booking required. First Tuesday of the month Geelong West 10:30–11:30am Tuesday 11 September & first Friday of October & November Torquay 11:00am–12:00noon Second Wednesday of the month Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–3:00pm Second Thursday of the month Drysdale 2:00–3:00pm

SOUL FOCUSED PSYCHOTHERAPY: ADDRESSING DEEP INNER BELIEFS

TONY MCNAMARA — THE WORLD OF BEES: PART TWO

FINDING YOUR NEXT BOOK: AUSTRALIAN READING HOUR

Local soul focused psychotherapist Jo Solomon will explain what soul focused psychotherapy is and how it can help people on a day-to-day basis to decrease negative and depressive thinking and reduce fears; limiting personal beliefs and destructive behaviours. Soul focused psychotherapy seeks to alleviate your personal problems at their source— the deepest inner belief systems and subsequent programs of behaviour held in your subconscious mind. Soul focused psychotherapy identifies the source of a presenting problem rather than only addressing the symptoms and behaviours.

Join Surfcoast Honey's Tony McNamara for an in-depth look at bees and their role in maintaining a sustainable environment. Learn about the different roles bees play within the hive to form a super organism and why we rely on them to survive.

Discover a world of reading and learn how easy it is to use library resources to find your next book. Using the library catalogue, online databases and a few trusty 'go to' websites that staff frequently utilise, you will be spoilt for reading options. After the session, stay for some 'you time' and take advantage of the Australian Reading Hour.

Second Friday of the month Queenscliff 11:00am–12:00noon

Wednesday 19 September Newcomb 6:30–7:30pm

Third Tuesday of the month Ocean Grove 2:30–3:30pm

Saturday 22 September Belmont 2:00–3:00pm

LET’S CHAT: ENGLISH CONVERSATION PRACTISE Would you like to practise and improve your English speaking skills? Join us for this informal and relaxed session where you can practise listening to and speaking English. All skill levels are welcome as we share conversation, along with tea and coffee, in a friendly and welcoming space. No bookings required. Thursdays 6, 13, 20 September, 11, 18, 25, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 November Geelong West 2:00–3:00pm

TONY MCNAMARA — THE WORLD OF BEES: PART ONE Join Surfcoast Honey's Tony McNamara for an in-depth look at bees and their role in maintaining a sustainable environment. Learn about the different roles bees play within the hive to form a super organism and why we rely on them to survive. Thursday 20 September Torquay 6:30–7:30pm

Thursday 1 November Torquay 6:30–7:30pm

TALKING TEA: THE HISTORY OF TEA Tea is much more than just a beverage. Since it was first consumed in the southwest of China 5000 years ago, tea has spread throughout the world to become, after water, the most consumed beverage in the world. Dr Tracey Caulfield, who has trained at the Dilmah School of Tea in Sri Lanka and in Japan, will share her passion and expertise. Thursday 20 September Lara 6:30–7:30pm

Thursday 20 September Ocean Grove, Newcomb & Corio 1:30–3:30pm

ARMCHAIR ACTORS Join with other participants to bring a play to life on Australian Reading Hour national day. This is your chance to be a star for a day. Scripts are provided: choose your character to read aloud with fellow cast members. Reading from Hannie Rayson's 'Hotel Sorrento'.

Monday 8 October Newcomb 3:00–4:00pm

Thursday 20 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–4:00pm

Tuesday 23 October Queenscliff 2:00–3:00pm

LET’S MAKE ART

Tuesday 6 November Belmont 6:30–7:30pm Thursday 8 November Corio 3:00–4:00pm

Pop-up art in the library. Create art, and see it on display at Bannockburn Library for the term of the project. In partnership with Golden Plains Art Inc. Funded by GPS. No booking required. Saturdays 1 September, 3 November Bannockburn 10:00am–12:00noon

CREATIVE & CONNECTED

MEDITATIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE — SONIKSEA Experience the gentle sounds of SonikSea – an improvised collaboration between local musicians Joseph Stanaway and Demir Aliu. Combining the Pan with a variety of beautiful and unusual strings, flutes and voice, you will be transported with this sensitive and atmospheric approach to music. No bookings required. Friday 21 September Ocean Grove 2:30–3:30pm

BASKET WEAVING WITH AUNTY HELEN Join Kurni Elder Aunty Helen as she guides you through the process of traditional Indigenous Australian basket weaving. Come together for this 4 x weekly session as you sit, weave, share your own stories and make a beautiful woven basket to take home. These are four consecutive sessions. Thursdays 11, 18, 25 October, 1 November Ocean Grove 1:30–3:30pm

DECOUPAGE VINTAGE CHRISTMAS BAUBLES Learn how to make and decorate vintage-style decoupage ornaments using recycled print materials, scraps of ribbon and lots of glitter. Thursday 22 November Ocean Grove 2:30–4:00pm

WRITERS OF THE BELLARINE

MEDITATION AND CREATIVITY

LEARN TO SEW

Are you a writer and want to share your original writing with a group of locals? Come along and share a fiveminute piece with a small audience at the Drysdale Library. This is a great opportunity to meet other writers and feel motivated to write. Thursday 25 October Drysdale 6:00–7:30pm

Ken and Elizabeth Mellor have written and published many books and articles and each has a unique style that enriches their creativity as individuals and as coauthors. At this forum they will share their thoughts and experiences on becoming authors, and how they integrated writing into their lives. In particular, they will reflect on the impact of meditation on their creativity.

Have you always wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine? Take a beginner’s class with qualified dressmaker and pattern maker Robyn Blackett. She will teach you to use the sewing machine and overlocker, which are available for public use, at the Corio Library. Attendees will produce a small item during their two–hour class. Come and explore your creative side with our sewing makerspace.

HALLOWEEN READINGS 2018

Thursday 22 November Waurn Ponds 6:00–7:30pm

My dear... did you shut the back door? Geelong Writers Inc. in partnership with Geelong Regional Library Corporation presents Halloween Readings 2018. Join us for an evening of stories, poetry and song in celebration of that one night of the year in which we delve into the world of ghosts, spirits and otherworldly beings. Wednesday 31 October Waurn Ponds 6:30–8:30pm

MAKE IT: SUMMER BEACH BAGS Create fabulous upcycled beach bags for the summer, using fabric offcuts. Learn the valuable skills of recycling and repurposing fabric to create basic beach bags. Wednesday 14 November Corio 10:30am–12:30pm

Saturday 1 September Corio 10:30am–12:30pm & 1:30–3:30pm

TONY MCNAMARA — OUR CO-DEPENDANCY WITH BEES

Saturday 15 September Corio 10:30am–12:30pm & 1:30–3:30pm

Bee populations are under threat all over the world from disease, overuse of insecticides and loss of habitat. Learn how you can stop the tide of extinction, starting in your own backyard. Tony McNamara, from Surfcoast Honey, will deliver a talk on all things bees, why we need them and why they need us. No booking required.

Saturday 29 September Corio 10:30am–12:30pm & 1:30–3:30pm

Friday 5 October Queenscliff 10:30–11:30am Thursday 18 October Drysdale 6:30–7:30pm Thursday 25 October Corio 11:30am–12:30pm Wednesday 14 November Newcomb 6:30–7:30pm

MILLENNIALS' BOOK CHAT This is a new book circle for Millennials and young people. A different theme is nominated each month and a list of suggested readings provided. Read one of the suggestions or a book of your own choice relevant to the monthly theme (fiction or non-fiction) and come along to share your thoughts. September: travel reads. October: mental health reads. November: feminist reads. Suggested books available online. No booking required. Last Thursday of each month Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30–6:30pm

HERITAGE

HERITAGE SPRING INTO CROCHET — FLOWERS

WORD GAME FUN

Do you know the basics of crochet? Now it is time to test your skills on a small project and learn to crochet a flower. A number of simple and more complex patterns will be provided and we encourage you to bring your own hook and yarn. All ages welcome, bookings are essential.

Challenge yourself to a Bananagram word game where players race against each other to build crossword grids and use all their letter tiles. It will send you bananas with laughter.

Thursday 27 September Drysdale 5:00–6:00pm

IGKNITE AT DRYSDALE LIBRARY Are you a knitter? You can help the Rotary Club of Drysdale by knitting beanies to raise money for mental health as part of its new fundraiser: IGKNITE project. Join us at the Drysdale Library in a knitting circle to knit a beanie for this great cause. No booking required. Saturday 15 September Saturday 24 November Drysdale 2:00–3:00pm

PRODUCT SAFETY Consumer Affairs Victoria will highlight safety issues concerning products being sold in Australia. A must-see session before planning purchases. Tuesday 18 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–3:00pm Monday 26 November Newcomb 2:00–3:00pm

Thursday 13 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–3:00pm Monday 15 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:00am–12:00noon

CINEMA 101: INTRODUCTION TO CINEMA We all watch movies, but they can be surprisingly difficult to discuss and analyse. Because visual media is so much a part of our everyday, we often take for granted the ways in which it affects us. In this session, we will cover some of the key terms of cinema, including mise-enscene (what we see), cinematography (how we see it), sound (the accompanying audio), and editing (how the elements are cut and arranged). Watch clips from classic movies, and have the chance to use some of these terms to speculate on what ideas or sensations the movie is trying to convey, and how the narrative or characters are being constructed. Join the conversation and appreciate movies in a whole new way.

A BIRD'S-EYE VIEW OF HISTORIC BANNOCKBURN IN MAPS AND PLANS This session will feature a number of historic maps and plans of Bannockburn. We will be exploring different historic maps held in the Geelong Heritage Centre and the interesting information they tell us.

PRESERVING FAMILY PHOTOS Come along and learn how to protect and preserve your family photos. This interactive information session will teach you how to handle and store photographs, digitisation and record keeping. Thursday 25 October Belmont 2:00–3:00pm

Monday 3 September Bannockburn 11:30am–12:30pm

EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF GEELONG'S CEMETERIES Be intrigued and fascinated as noted local historian Peter Mansfield delivers an illustrated history of Geelong's cemeteries. Tuesday 2 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:00am–12:00noon

IMMIGRATION RECORDS, YOUR FAMILY TREE & HERITAGE CENTRE VISIT Learn about the resources available in our eCollections to help you find out more about your family’s immigration journey, followed by a visit to the Heritage Centre Reading Room.

IMMIGRATION RECORDS & YOUR FAMILY TREE Learn about the resources available in our eCollections to help you find out more about your family's immigration journey. Thursday 25 October Lara 10:30–11:30am

Thursday 4 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30–12:00noon

Wednesday 17 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:30–6:00pm

eKNOW HOW

eKNOW HOW FINDING YOUR PLACE IN HISTORY This session will explore historical newspaper resources including British Newspaper Archive and TROVE. Monday 29 October Belmont 2:30–3:30pm

AN ANZAC IN THE FAMILY? TRACING YOUR MILITARY ANCESTORS Looking for an ancestor who served in the military? Learn about some of the fantastic resources you can use to discover relatives or explore this fascinating area of history. Friday 9 November Belmont 10:30–11:30am

IMMIGRATION RECORDS & YOUR FAMILY TREE Learn about the resources available in our eCollections to help you find out more about your family's immigration journey. Monday 8 October Belmont 2:30–3:30pm Monday 12 November Queenscliff 2:30–3:30pm

RESEARCH YOUR MILITARY HERITAGE To coincide with the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War, this workshop will help you delve into your family's military history and discover the service records of your ancestors. This session will conclude with a 30-minute visit to the library's Heritage Centre to showcase the unique family history resources held in our collection. Wednesday 14 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:00am–12:30pm

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

Make the most of your device and the world of learning resources. IPAD BASICS

IPAD INTERMEDIATE

Learn the basic functions of the Apple iPad and what it can be used for. Bring your own iPad or use one provided by the library.

So you've learnt the basics and want to know more? This intermediate session will extend your iPad skills further.

Monday 17 September Corio 1:00–2:00pm Monday 17 September Geelong West 2:00–3:00pm Friday 21 September, 26 October, 23 November Belmont 2:00–3:30pm Monday 8 October Newcomb 10:30–11:30am Wednesday 31 October Ocean Grove 2:30–3:30pm

Monday 17 September Belmont 2:30–3:30pm

Tuesday 20 November Corio 4:00–5:00pm

Wednesday 10 October Drysdale 10:30–11:30am

VOD – VIEW ON DEMAND

Friday 19 October Belmont 10:30–11:30am

In this session you will discover the convenience of catch-up TV and subscription models such as Netflix and Stan. Learn how to access your favourite shows and much more.

Monday 26 November Belmont 2:30–3:30pm

Monday 19 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30–6:30pm

Monday 24 September Belmont 2:30–3:30pm Monday 8 October Corio 10:30–11:30am Friday 12 October Belmont 10:30–11:30am Monday 19 November Torquay 2:30–3:30pm

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. Monday 15 October Belmont 2:30–3:30pm Wednesday 17 October Drysdale 10:30–11:30am Tuesday 13 November Ocean Grove 2:30–3:30pm Friday 16 November Belmont 10:30–11:30am

Thursday 22 November Corio 11:30am–12:30pm

eKNOW HOW

CLOUD STORAGE

ESMART CYBERSAFETY

SMARTPHONE CHAT

MAKERSPACE MONDAYS

Ever wanted to know what’s in the Cloud? Come and learn about using Cloud storage, such as DropBox or Google Drive.

Find out how to stay safe online. Develop your Cybersafety knowledge and increase your awareness of online risks and the strategies to avoid those risks.

Come and join this facilitated Q & A and knowledge-sharing session with other smartphone users and learners.

Would you like to be 3D scanned? Want to experience virtual reality? Come along and learn about these amazing technologies. No booking required.

Wednesday 5 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:30pm

Wednesday 5 September Corio 11:00–12:00noon

GOOGLE EARTH Google Earth is a free program that provides views the Earth through highresolution graphics and satellite images. A great tool for travellers or people re searching real estate.

Thursday 6 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30–11:30am Thursday 6 September Drysdale 3:00–4:00pm Thursday 25 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:30pm

Thursday 27 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:30pm

Friday 26 October Newcomb 2:30–3:30pm

RASPBERRY PI MEETUP

EMAGAZINES ON YOUR DEVICE

This is a group for anyone interested in Raspberry Pi - whether you are an expert or new to these credit-card sized computers. Raspberry Pi's are a capable little device with multiple uses. Please bring your Raspberry Pi if possible or you can use one of ours. Contact Steve Levakis – SLevakis@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

Want to read the latest magazines delivered straight to your device using your library membership? Bring your own device and learn how. With hundreds of eMagazines to choose from, there is sure to be at least one for you to enjoy.

Thursdays 27 September, 25 October & 22 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30–7:30pm

Wednesday 10 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–3:00pm Monday 22 October Belmont 2:30–3:30pm Friday 30 November Belmont 10:30–11:30am

Friday 5 October Belmont 10:30–11:30am Monday 5 November Belmont 2:30–3:30pm Tuesday 27 November Waurn Ponds 2:30–3:30pm Thursday 4 October Corio 11:30am–12:30pm

OCULUS RIFT: VIRTUAL REALITY Experience the latest in virtual reality with the Oculus Rift headset. Swim with seals or meet a T-Rex in a demonstration of 360-degree video. Interact with the virtual world using the Oculus Touch controllers. Thursday 8 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:30pm Saturday 10 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–3:00pm

Every Monday (except public holidays) Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–3:00pm

IPADS/IPHONES Do you know someone who is vision impaired or do you have hearing difficulties? This session will help you understand how to enable magnification, dictation and speak screen features on your iPhone or iPad. Thursday 22 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:30pm

MYGOV EXPLORED Explore the benefits and optimise your use of myGov. In partnership with the Australian Department of Human Services. Wednesday 31 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30am–12:00noon Thursday 15 November Corio 1:00–2:30pm Wednesday 17 October Newcomb 1:00–2:30pm

eKNOW HOW

MESHUPS WITH MESHMIXER Use two different 3D models and learn how to modify and manipulate them into one new fun model. Sunday 16 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:00am–12:30pm

3D PRINTER EXCLUSIVE ACCESS Bring your own 3D model file created at home and we will show you how to prepare it for printing and then print it. Only one model per person and they must not be more than 10cm x 10cm x 10cm when printed. Monday 24 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:00–6:30pm

STREAM MUSIC ONLINE This workshop will help you explore the world of online music streaming. Access millions of songs, discover music you've never heard, and let apps deliver curated lists to your device. Wednesday 7 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–3:00pm

RESEARCH YOUR WORKPLACE RIGHTS ONLINE Curious to know what your workplace rights and entitlements are, but not sure where to start? This practical information session will teach you some of the skills to research how much you should be paid, what breaks you should receive, and other rights and responsibilities that employees have at work. Saturday 13 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–3:00pm

PODCASTING 101 Podcasting offers you a powerful way to share your voice, your creativity, your thoughts, your music or whatever else you can create. Maybe you have an opinion that needs to be heard? Learn about podcasts, what they are and how to create your own.

TECH HELP SESSIONS Monthly Tech Help Sessions delivered by Golden Plains Youth. Bring your device or technology questions to Bannockburn Library. In partnership with Golden Plains Shire. No booking required. Wednesday 5 September, 3 October & 7 November Bannockburn 10:00am–2:00pm

3D PRINTING WORKSHOP Discover what 3D printing is and how it works. Learn more about 3D printing in this introductory workshop and get to see an object printed. Thursday 11 October Corio 4:00–5:00pm

SENIOR'S MONTH SCAMWATCH

Monday 22 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30–7:00pm

Resolve to learn more about scams, computer viruses, identity theft or losing your data. Presentations by Consumer Affairs Victoria.

3D PERSONALISED CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS

Wednesday 3 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30–6:30pm

Would you like to add someone's name to a Christmas ornament for printing, or scan your own head and joins it to an existing 3D model? Come along to learn how.

Friday 12 October Newcomb 2:00–3:00pm

INTRODUCTION TO INTERNET & EMAIL Do you know what a search engine or a web browser is and how to use them? This session will show you the basics of searching and how to recognise reputable internet sites. Learn how to sign up for a Gmail account so you can send messages and attachments. Monday 15 October Corio 10:30–11:30am

ALL ABOUT BRAIN TRAINING ON YOUR TABLET Interested in challenging your brain? Learn how brain training apps work to improve various cognitive abilities. Thursday 18 October Corio 11:30am–12:30pm

INSPIRING SPRING READS Spring into the new season with some fresh, inspiring reading material. Bring your own device or use one of ours to explore some of the library's fantastic resources to help you find your next great read. Wednesday 26 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:30pm

Sunday 11 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:00am–12:30pm

YOUTH PROGRAMS

YOUTH PROGRAMS INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOBOOKS

SATURDAY MAKERSPACE MORNING

MANGA CLUB

ADVANCED MINDSTORMS®

Learn how to create a photobook using images from your tablet, phone or computer. This workshop will introduce different ways to get you started. Please note that this is not a printing session.

Interested in 3D printing, virtual reality or other technology? Join our monthly Makerspace morning to learn more about the library's Makerspace opportunities.

Are you a fan of Anime and Manga? Come along to Manga Club to meet other otaku and draw, discuss and share all things Manga. No booking required. Ages 12+

Saturday 20 October & Saturday 24 November Corio 11:00–12:00noon

Wednesdays 12 September, 10 October, 7 & 21 November Newcomb 5:00–6:00pm

Learn to design, build, program and control LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3 to compete in our Robot Olympics. Get the most out of this program by attending all sessions. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 12+

Friday 12 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–3:00pm

ART HOUSE

MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR PHONE CAMERA

Socialise with friends, create amazing artwork 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 booking required. Ages 12+

Get the most out of the camera on your phone or tablet. This workshop will give you hands on experience using the photographic tools at your fingertips. Friday 9 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–3:00pm Wednesday 28 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30–6:30pm

VIRTUAL REALITY – HTC VIVE Want more of what virtual reality has to offer? Come and discover HTC VIVE and experience another way to journey through virtual reality. Thursday 15 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–3:00pm

CODING BASICS Come along and find out what coding is all about. Learn about coding basics using Processing and Arduino programs. Thursday 18 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00–3:00pm

9-week course commencing Thursday 18 October Ocean Grove 4:00-5:30pm

TUESDAY TECHIES Drop-in on Tuesday afternoons during Term 4 to tinker with our new technology, including our NAO robot, virtual reality, 3D printing and more. No booking required. Ages 12+

Thursdays 6, 13 & 20 September, 11, 18 & 25 October, 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 November Lara 3:30–5:00pm

Tuesdays 16, 23 & 30 October, 6, 13, 20 & 27 November, 4 & 11 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00–5:30pm

ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE SURVIVOR

THE WRITING DOME

Work as a team to survive the zombie apocalypse in this table-top roleplaying game. Can you outwit, outrun and outroll the zombies. No booking required. Strictly Ages 13+

Are you an aspiring writer? Join our fortnightly writing group at the Dome. Keep a journal, contribute to a group blog, try different writing techniques and share your writing with the group. Bring your own device or use ours. No booking required. Ages 12-18.

Tuesdays 13, 20, 27 November & 4 December Corio 4:00–5:00pm

Thursday 18 October, 1, 15 & 29 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:30–6:00pm

YOUTH PROGRAMS

HOLIDAY STUFF INTERNATIONAL GAMES WEEK

KAHOOT QUIZ

We are celebrating International Games Week with a range of fun-filled activities during this special event. Check our website for details.

Love trivia? Grab your friends and test your knowledge in our super quiz challenge. Ages 12–18. Thursday 27 September Torquay 6:00–7:00pm

CODING WITH EDISON

LOUD IN THE LIBRARY Let’s connect, collaborate and celebrate Social Inclusion Week and get LOUD in the library with VR, Xbox, music, dance competitions, games and more. Bring your friends and meet new people. No booking required. Ages 12-18. Friday 30 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00–6:00pm

DIY UKULELE Come along for an afternoon to decorate and make your own ukulele and learn a song. Take your ukulele home at the end of the day or join our uke group, 'Where's Harry?'. Includes vegetarian/ gluten free snacks. Delivered in partnership with City of Greater Geelong, Youth Development Unit. Bookings essential as numbers are strictly limited. For bookings telephone 5272 4694. Ages 12-25. Wednesday 3 October Waurn Ponds 1:30–4:30pm

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. In partnership with Golden Plains Shire, Youth Development Unit. Ages 12–18. 4-week course commencing: Tuesday 13 November Bannockburn 4:00–5:00pm

THE WRITING DOME: BOOK LAUNCH Join us for the launch of "Thursday Afternoons: The Third". Celebrate the dedication and commitment of a talented group of young writers who have put together an anthology of short stories and poems as part of the Geelong Library's young adult writing program, The Writing Dome. Thursday 29 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:00–6:00pm

FANDOM ART TIME CAPSULES Create a time capsule filled with all the things you love right now. Will you remember what you saved, and will you still feel the same way when you unearth your time capsule next year? Ages 12-18.

Share your favourite fandoms; TV, movies, music or sports are all fair game. We’ll show you how to become an epic artist to create your own killer design. Ages 12-18. Monday 24 September Newcomb 2:30–3:30pm

Thursday 27 September Lara 2:30–3:30pm

Wednesday 26 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:30pm

Thursday 4 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:30pm

Thursday 4 October Corio 2:30–3:30pm

ZEN GARDENS Make the perfect low maintenance Zen Garden with a cardboard bonsai tree in this construction workshop. Ages 12–18. Tuesday 25 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–4:00pm Tuesday 2 October Belmont 2:30–4:00pm Thursday 4 October Lara 2:30–4:00pm

HOLIDAY STUFF

DRAW YOUR GAME

SILENT DISCO

Have you ever dreamed of creating your own video game but you’re not into coding? Put pen to paper to design your own interactive video game and then try it out. Ages 12-18.

This is a drug, smoke and alcohol free event. Food and drink supplied. Bookings Essential. Contact Tania, City of Greater Geelong Youth Development Officer on 0400 555 273. Ages 12-18 years.

Thursday 27 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:30pm

Wednesday 26 September Newcomb 6:00–9:00pm

Monday 1 October Corio 2:30–3:30pm

DIGITAL DESIGNS

Wednesday 3 October Torquay 4:00–5:00pm Thursday 4 October Ocean Grove & Waurn Ponds 2:30–3:30pm

Want to know the right way to use internet images? Want to design your next social media post to look professional? Join us as we learn how to use one of our favourite programs for digital designs. Ages 12-18.

Thursday 4 October Geelong West 3:00–4:00pm

Monday 1 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–4:00pm

EXPERIENCE VIRTUAL REALITY

Thursday 4 October Drysdale 10:00–11:30am

Want to try VR? Live out your imagination in immersive and interactive virtual worlds in this hands-on session. Ages 12–18.

ADVANCED PROGRAMMING WITH NAO

Sunday 30 September & Wednesday 3 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–4:00pm

Meet NAO, our humanoid robot. Learn to program with Choregraphe Suite and teach NAO some new dance moves in this hands-on workshop. Ages 12–18.

TWILIGHT MOVIES AT OCEAN GROVE & WAURN PONDS Join us for pizza and a movie (M Rated). In partnership with the City of Greater Geelong, Youth Development Unit. Bookings essential as places are strictly limited. Ages 12–18. Tuesday 25 September Ocean Grove 5:30–8:00pm Wednesday 26 September Waurn Ponds 5:30–8:00pm

MOVIES AT THE DOME Join us at the Dome for a movie (M Rated) on our big screen. Bookings are essential as places are strictly limited. Ages 12–18. Thursday 27 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30–7:30pm

MOVIE NIGHT AT NEWCOMB Join us for pizza and a movie (M Rated). In Partnership with the City of Greater Geelong, Youth Development Unit. Booking essential as places are strictly limited. Contact Tania, City of Greater Geelong Youth Development Officer on 0400 555 273. Ages 12–18 years. Thursday 4 October Newcomb 5:00–8:00pm

MOVIE NIGHT ALL IN 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. Friday 5 October Corio 5:00–7:30pm

ALL IN GAME ON! Battle it out with your favourite Xbox and Wii games as we get our game on. In partnership with The fOrT Youth Centre. Ages 12–18. Thursday 27 September Corio 2:30–4:30pm

Friday 5 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–4:00pm

ALL ABOUT KIDS

ALL ABOUT KIDS BABY TIME

TODDLER TIME

PRESCHOOL STORY TIME

Join us for a fun-filled session of songs and rhymes for babies. Sessions run all year except for January. No booking required.

Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program. No booking required.

Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading. No booking required.

Mondays Drysdale & Warun Ponds 11:30–11:50am

Mondays during school terms Geelong Library & Heritage Centre, Waurn Ponds 10:30–11:00am

Mondays during school terms Ocean Grove, Torquay 10:30–11:15am

Tuesdays Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:30–11:50am, Lara & Torquay 2:30–2:50pm Wednesdays Corio 11:30–11:50am Belmont & Geelong West 2:30–2:50pm

Tuesdays during school terms Belmont 9:30–10:00am Newcomb 10:30–11:00am

SENSORY STORY TIME

Fridays Bannockburn & Newcomb 11:30-11:50am

Sensory Story Time provides opportunities for children with additional needs to experience the magic of stories and develop a love of reading in a low-stimulus environment with tactile story-telling formats. Group size is small so bookings are recommended.

Saturdays 15 September, 13 October, 10 November Belmont 10:30-10:50am

Wednesdays during school terms Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:00am

Thursdays Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–2:50pm, Ocean Grove & Waurn Ponds 11:30–11:50am

Tuesdays during school terms (16 October onwards) Corio 11:30–12:00noon

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, Drysdale, Geelong West 10:30–11:00am Fridays during school terms Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:00pm, Lara, Waurn Ponds 10:30–11:00am Saturdays 15 September, 13 October & 10 November Belmont 9:30–10:00am Sundays during school terms Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:00pm

Tuesdays during school terms Bannockburn, Belmont, Chilwell, Corio, Drysdale 10:30–11:15am Wednesdays during school terms Geelong West, Lara, 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

YOUNG READERS THEATRE 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 necessary. No booking required. Ages 8+ Wednesday 5, 12, 19 & 26 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:30–5:30pm

ALL ABOUT KIDS

WRITING CADETS

ONCE UPON A TIME

Celebrate Children's Week with some of our favourite classic stories and create your own hand puppet to take home. All Ages.

Thursday 13 September, 11 & 25 October, 8 & 22 November, 6 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:30–6:00pm

Monday 22 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:30–12:30pm

COUNT ME IN! Celebrate National Literacy and Numeracy Week with super fun problem solving games and quirky conundrums that will test your brain power. Are you ready for the challenge? Ages 6+ Monday 3 September Corio 4:00–5:00pm Wednesday 5 September Torquay 4:00–5:00pm Thursday 6 September Lara 10:30–11:30am Friday 7 September Ocean Grove 10:30–11:30am Friday 7 September Newcomb 4:00–5:00pm

INTERNATIONAL TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY Get your sea legs on for some rollicking stories, swashbuckling sea shanties and a treasure trove of craft and games. All ages.

Friday 19 October Ocean Grove 10:30–11:30am

Thursday 25 October Newcomb 10:30–11:30am

BEING FIRE SAFE Calling all junior firefighters and families. Join us for a visit from our local CFA to learn more about staying safe around fire. All ages.

Wednesday 19 September Belmont 10:30–11:30am Wednesday 19 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30–11:30am

AUSTRALIAN READING HOUR On Thursday September 20, stop what you’re doing and participate in a special story session to celebrate the Australian Reading Hour. Wear your PJ’s, bring a teddy and take the time to learn, grow, escape and relax with us. All ages.

Monday 24 September Ocean Grove 2:00–3:00pm

Thursday 20 September Geelong Library & Heritage 6:00–7:00pm

Tuesday 25 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:00–11:00am

Thursday 20 September Torquay 6:00–7:00pm

Wednesday 26 September Corio 10:00–11:00am Thursday 27 September Torquay 10:30–11:30am Thursday 27 September Newcomb 2:30–3:30pm

Thursday 20 September Corio 4:30–5:30pm Thursday 20 September Newcomb 10:30–11:30am

Wednesday 19 September Geelong West 10:30–11:30am Wednesday 19 September Newcomb 10:30–11:30am Wednesday 19 September Corio 2:30–3:30pm Wednesday 19 September Torquay 4:00–5:00pm

PAPER PLANE FRIDAYS Test your ingenuity and creativity by creating the fastest, the most accurate, and the longest flying paper plane. No booking required. Ages 8+ Friday 19 October, 2 & 16 November Drysdale 3:45-4:45pm

Thursday 20 September Lara 6:00–7:00pm

ALL ABOUT KIDS!

LEGO® CLUB Join other LEGO® fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. No booking required. Ages 8+ Thursdays during school terms Geelong West 3:45–4:45pm

LET'S GO LEGO® CLUB Make new friends and explore your creativity with LEGO® The program aims to meet the diverse needs of children and can be an effective way to engage children with autism. Parents and carers are required to stay with their children. Delivered in partnership with Golden Plains Shire. For more details and bookings, please contact Bannockburn Library on 5281 2367. Ages 5–11. Wednesdays during school terms Bannockburn Library 4:00–5:00pm

CODING WITH EDISON

PRESCHOOL SCIENCE CLUB

LEGO® MINDSTORMS

This fun-filled 4-week program combines everyday objects and experiences with genuine scientific enquiry methods. The program has been designed for children to share with their parent/carer and participants are requested to attend all sessions. For bookings, please contact: cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 3–5.

Build, control and program a robot that walks, talks, and responds to your every command. Bookings for this course are essential as places are limited. To get the most from this program, participants are asked to attend all sessions. For bookings, please contact: cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 8+

4-week course commencing: Thursday 11 October Ocean Grove 10:00–11:00am

9-week course commencing: Monday 15 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00–5:30pm

4-week course commencing: Tuesday 16 October Bannockburn 4:00–5:00pm

Wednesday 14 November Torquay 2:30–3:30pm

Tuesday 16 October Waurn Ponds 4:00–5:30pm

THE MIX

JUNIOR-BOTS

Mix it up with after-school activities including tech challenges, art, craft, games, LEGO® and more. No booking required. Ages 8+

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, participants are asked to attend all sessions. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au. Ages 6–8.

HERO KIDS ROLE-PLAYING ADVENTURE

Mondays during school terms Torquay 4:00–5:00pm Wednesdays during school terms Corio 4:00–5:00pm

LEGO® FRIDAYS Join other LEGO fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. No booking required. Ages 8+ ®

4-week course commencing: Monday 8 October Lara 4:00–5:00pm Monday 5 November Newcomb 4:00–5:00pm

Join us for a 4-week escapade with an award-winning introductory table-top role-playing game for young adventurers. Hero Kids is set in a fantasy world where grown-ups of Rivenshore Village are constantly getting themselves into trouble, and it’s up to you to sort it out. Bookings are essential and participants are requested to attend all sessions. Ages 8+ 4-week course commencing: Tuesday 16 October Corio 4:00–5:00pm

Friday 12 & 26 October, 9 November Drysdale 3:45-4:45pm

ALL ABOUT KIDS

GREEN SCREEN FUN Create impossible photos to share with family and friends using the library’s Green Screen. All ages. Wednesday 4 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-4:00pm

CODE CLUB: PYTHON

LITTLE EXPLORERS

JUNIOR CODERS

Sign-up for Code Club and learn how to make your own computer games, animations and websites with Python. To get the most from this program participants need to attend all sessions. Bookings are essential for this course as places are strictly limited. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic. gov.au Ages 9–11.

Pack your bags for a special story journey around the world. Hear stories about children from other countries and cultures, and learn songs and words in different languages. No booking required. Ages 3–6.

Learn coding skills in this introduction to programming with Scratch Jr. Activities are fun and engaging, and are designed for parents and carers to experience alongside their child. Participants are requested to attend all sessions in this 4-week course. Booking includes attending adult. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au. Ages 5-8.

9-week course commencing: Monday 15 October Ocean Grove 4:00–5:00pm Thursday 18 October Torquay 3:30–4:30pm Friday 19 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00–5:00pm

CODE CLUB: SCRATCH 2 Sign-up for Code Club and take a tour of the Scratch interface and learn to create games and animations. Bookings are essential for this course as places are strictly limited. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 9–11. 8-week course commencing: Wednesday 17 October (except 24 October) Belmont 3:45–4:45pm

Tuesdays 16, 23 & 30 October, 6, 13, 20 & 27 November, 4 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30–11:15am

THE DRAMA GAMES Lights, camera, action! Join us for imaginative theatrical fun and take part in a range of drama games designed to maximise interaction and laughter. No experience required. No booking required. Ages 8+ Thursdays 18 & 25 October, 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 November Corio 4:00–5:00pm

CHILDREN'S WEEK LEGO® CHALLENGE

4-week course commencing: Wednesday 17 October (except 24 October) Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00–5:00pm

SING AND SIGN TIME Experience a visual language in this fun, interactive and inclusive session of stories, songs, rhymes and AUSLAN. All children are welcome. The session will be presented in spoken English and interpreted into AUSLAN. Monday 22 October, 26 November Waurn Ponds 2:30–3:00pm

Join other LEGO® fans as we celebrate Children’s Week with the ultimate LEGO® challenge. What will you build? All ages. Monday 22 October Lara 4:00–5:00pm Tuesday 23 October Belmont 4:00–5:00pm

HOLIDAY FUN

ONE WORLD, MANY STORIES Connect, collaborate and celebrate our diversity during Social Inclusion Week with stories, songs and games for everyone. All ages. Monday 26 November Corio 10:30–11:30am Monday 26 November Newcomb 10:30–11:30am

LEGO® WEDO 2.0

TREASURE BOXES

CODE A NURSERY RHYME

Build and construct LEGO® WeDo 2.0 models which can be programmed and brought to life with simple, drag-anddrop software. To get the most out of this 4-week course, participants are requested to attend all sessions. Bookings are essential as places are strictly limited. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 7–11.

All you need is your imagination and creativity for this hands-on workshop to construct a treasure box for your special keepsakes and memories. All ages.

No previous coding experience required! Join us for a sing-along and then use Scratch Jr to create your own dancing and singing character who loves to do the Hokey Pokey! Ages 5+

4-week course commencing: Wednesday 21 November Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00–5:00pm

HALLOWEEN FUN Celebrate Halloween with spooky stories, ghoulish games and creepy craft. All ages. Monday 29 October Corio 4:00–5:00pm

Saturday 29 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30–11:30am Monday 1 October Torquay 10:30–11:30am Tuesday 2 October Corio 10:30–11:30am Tuesday 2 October Ocean Grove 2:30–3:30pm Thursday 4 October Belmont 10:30–11:30am

WHERE'S WALLY LIBRARY HUNT Where's Wally? Bring your friends to the library to find Wally amongst craft, activities and Wally-inspired games. All ages.

Wednesday 28 November Geelong Library & Heritage 10:30–11:30am

Wednesday 31 October Newcomb 10:30–11:30am

Friday 30 November Torquay 10:30–11:30am

Wednesday 31 October Torquay 4:00–5:00pm

Tuesday 25 September Newcomb 10:30–11:30am

Wednesday 31 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:00–7:00pm

Wednesday 26 September Geelong West 10:30–11:30am Thursday 4 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30–11:30am

Wednesday 26 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30–11:30am Monday 1 October Ocean Grove 10:30–11:30am Wednesday 3 October Geelong West 10:30–11:30am

TEST YOUR MEMORY Test your memory skills with our mystery box and create your own memory game to take home. Ages 5+ Thursday 27 September Newcomb 10:30–11:30am

FORGOTTEN TECH Learn how to make your own feather quill and paper cup telephone as we explore traditional communication tools. Ages 8+ Monday 24 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:30pm Wednesday 26 September Ocean Grove 10:30–11:30am

CLASSIC TALES

SPINNING TOP TOURNAMENT

DINO ADVENTURES

CLASSIC CRAFT

Sit back and enjoy some of our favourite classic stories in this special session with songs, games and craft. Ages 5+

Defy gravity and create your own spinning top ready for competition. Who will become the Spin Master in our spinning top tournament? Ages 8+

Join us for a Dino adventure. Hear stories of these magnificent prehistoric creatures and make your own fossil to take home. Ages 5+

Come along and learn how to make traditional crafts like cat’s eyes, pet rocks and pom-poms in this hands-on session. Ages 8+

Tuesday 25 September Belmont & Drysdale 10:30–11:30am

Monday 24 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre & Ocean Grove 10:30–11:30am

Monday 24 September Torquay & Lara 10:30–11:30am

Monday 24 September Waurn Ponds & Corio 10:30–11:30am Tuesday 25 September Chilwell 10:30–11:30am Tuesday 25 September Bannockburn 2:30–3:30pm Wednesday 26 September Barwon Heads 2:30–3:30pm Wednesday 3 October Torquay 10:30–11:30am Thursday 4 October Newcomb & Lara 10:30–11:30am

FAR OUT PHOTOS Ever wondered how special effects are created or how a green screen works? Let us show you how to create impossible photos to impress your friends. All ages. Thursday 27 September Ocean Grove 2:30–4:00pm

Wednesday 26 September Torquay & Corio 2:30–3:30pm Monday 1 October Newcomb 2:30–3:30pm Tuesday 2 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30–11:30am

Wednesday 26 September Waurn Ponds & Lara 10:30–11:30am Thursday 27 September Belmont & Drysdale 10:30–11:30am Wednesday 3 October Corio 10:30–11:30am

Wednesday 3 October Ocean Grove 10:30–11:30am

Thursday 4 October Queenscliff 10:30–11:30am

FISHY TALES

Friday 5 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30–11:30am

One, two, three, four, five, once I caught a fish alive! Join the Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre and Queenscliff Library for a morning of fishy tales and craft. Booking essential. Please phone Queenscliff Library on: 5258 2017. Bookings include free entry for one accompanying adult. Ages 4+ Thursday 27 September Queenscliff Marine & Freshwater Discovery Centre 10:30–11:30am

UNPLUGGED Come along for an hour of fun and games without batteries or computers! Ages 8+

Wednesday 26 September Newcomb 2:30–3:30pm Thursday 27 September Bannockburn 2:30–3:30pm Thursday 27 September Geelong West 3:00–4:00pm Monday 1 October Waurn Ponds 10:30–11:30am Tuesday 2 October Belmont & Drysdale 10:30–11:30am Friday 5 October Barwon Heads 10:30–11:30am Saturday 6 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30–3:30pm

Tuesday 25 September Corio 3:30–4:30pm Thursday 27 September Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30–11:30am Wednesday 3 October Waurn Ponds 10:30–11:30am

COMMUNITY LIBRARY SERVICE

GEELONG LIBRARY & HERITAGE CENTRE

For home library service deliveries. Conditions apply.

51 Little Malop Street T 4201 0600

MEMORY GAMES

MOVIE MANIA

Do you have a good memory? These games are designed to test your memory and observation skills. Take the challenge and see how you fare against your competitors. Ages 8+

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 limited. All ages.

Monday 1 October Lara 10:30–11:30am

CREATE WITH OSMO

Tuesday 2 October Waurn Ponds 4:30–6:30pm Friday 5 October Lara 4:00–6:00pm

Merge the power of physical and digital play. Learn to draw with OSMO Masterpiece, solve tangram puzzles, bring your drawings to life with Mo and play word games with a friend using OSMO and an iPad. Ages 8+

BASIC PROGRAMMING WITH NAO

Monday 1 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30–11:30am

Wednesday 3 October Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30–11:30am

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+

T 5275 3100

BANNOCKBURN

DRYSDALE

OCEAN GROVE

25-27 High Street T 5281 2367

18-20 Hancock Street T 5251 3855

BARWON HEADS

GEELONG WEST

Presidents Avenue (cnr The Avenue) T 5255 4218

Barwon Heads Primary School, Golf Links Road T 5254 2143

153A Pakington Street T 5229 1939

BELMONT

QUEENSCLIFF

HIGHTON

55 Hesse Street T 5258 2017

TORQUAY

163 High Street T 5243 2655

Roslyn Road (cnr Belle Vue Avenue) T 5243 4864

Surf City Plaza, Beach Road T 5261 3049

CHILWELL

LARA

WAURN PONDS

51 Russell Street, Newtown T 5221 5129

5 Walkers Road T 5282 4182

230 Pioneer Road T 5244 0048

CORIO

NEWCOMB

WESTERN HEIGHTS

Cox Road (cnr Moa Street) Norlane T 5275 2388

Cnr Bellarine Highway and Wilsons Road T 5248 1802

Western Heights College Vines Road, Hamlyn Heights T 5277 1177

MOBILE LIBRARY STOPS Opening hours and further information available at our website www.grlc.vic.gov.au General enquiries T 4201 0500 E info@grlc.vic.gov.au

Aireys Inlet

Enfield

Meredith

Anakie

Grenville

Portarlington

Anglesea

Haddon

Rokewood

Cape Clear

Leopold

Smythesdale

Deans Marsh

Linton

St Leonards

Dereel

Lorne

Winchelsea