What's On Summer 2018-19

WHAT'S ON AT THE

LIBRARY SUMMER / 2018-19

JILL STARK

JEFF SPARROW

CATHERINE DEVENY

WELCOME

ON THE COVER

Summertime is here and it reminds us how lucky we are to live in this beautiful part of the world. We have so much to pique your interest and expand your mind this summer at Geelong Regional Libraries.

Summer is also the time to get out and enjoy the natural environment and we have a Special Event not to be missed by bird lovers and nature enthusiasts. Award-winning nature writer Harry Saddler will be discussing his latest release The Eastern Curlew, with comedian and editor of Australian Birdlife magazine, Sean Dooley.

Join professor of psychiatry Dr Steve Allen and popular comedian Catherine Deveny as they share their experiences and knowledge and what led them to co-author a book about mental health. Journalist Jill Stark will unpack the myth of the happiness fairy-tale which she explores in Happy Never After; and pain management expert Alison Sim will offer some practical, evidence-based advice from her book Pain Heroes: Stories of Hope and Recovery.

Don’t miss the chance to learn more about our fascinating local history following the end of World War I with a special exhibition at Geelong Heritage Centre – Remembering the End – which explores how Geelong reacted to the announcement of the end of the Great War and the impact felt throughout the community.

Cover image: The Eastern Curlew The Extraordinary Life of a Migratory Bird

by Harry Saddler (Affirm Press)

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, make your booking and print your ticket.

In person – go to your local library and staff will book on your behalf.

By phone – 03 4201 0500 Group bookings – 03 4201 0500

Cr Ron Nelson / Chair Geelong Regional Library Corporation BOOK NOW

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL WHEREVER YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL BOOK SALES AND AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING AT EVENTS WHEREVER YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL

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

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eKNOW HOW

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YOUTH PROGRAMS / HOLIDAY STUFF!

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ALL ABOUT KIDS! / HOLIDAY FUN!

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CATHERINE DEVENY AND DR STEVE ALLEN - MENTAL

JEFF SPARROW TRIGGER WARNING

KATHERINE COLLETTE THE HELPLINE

Comedian Catherine Deveny joins forces with practitioner and professor of psychiatry, Dr Steven Allen, to demystify the world of mental illness.

Challenging progressive and conservative orthodoxies alike, Jeff Sparrow presents a bracing polemic and a persuasive case for a new kind of politics.

Join Katherine Collette as she discusses the divisive nature of the office fridge and other themes of her new novel which is all about people power and brain power.

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SPECIAL EVENTS BOOKS BEYOND BOUNDARIES: THE ASSEMBLING BOOK AS DEMOCRATIC VEHICLE Join artistbook practitioner, David Dellafiora, as he explores assembling publications, their formats and their multiple authorial voices. This fascinating session will examine how assembling, as a conceptual as well as formal device, includes the mailart network, visual poetry, the historic role played by assembling publications in communication between Eastern Block poets and those in the West, and the work of Australian-based publications such as WIPE, KART, ReSite and the Field Report.

HARRY SADDLER THE EASTERN CURLEW In an event not to be missed for bird lovers and indeed all nature enthusiasts, editor of Australian Birdlife magazine, comedy writer, Sean Dooley, will be in conversation with award-winning nature writer, Harry Saddler, to discuss his latest release The Eastern Curlew. This fascinating account charts the astounding avian flyways of this remarkable migratory bird.

Wednesday 5 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 7:00–8:00pm

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Thursday 6 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:00am–12.30pm

SPECIAL EVENTS

STUART KELLS SHAKESPEARE'S LIBRARY From acclaimed author and ardent bibliophile, Stuart Kells, comes an exploration of the quest to find the personal library of the world’s most famous author. The whereabouts of Shakespeare’s library—his personal collection of manuscripts, books, letters and miscellaneous papers—is a mystery that continues to compel and inspire bibliophiles around the world. Join Stuart in conversation as he shares insights and stories of his journey.

Tuesday 5 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 7:00-8:00pm

CATHERINE DEVENY AND DR STEVE ALLEN - MENTAL Practitioner and professor of psychiatry, Dr Steve Allen, and popular comedian, Catherine Deveny, combine forces to demystify the world of mental health.

Sharing their personal experiences of mental illness and an insider perspective on psychiatry, they unpack the current knowledge about conditions and treatments.

Wednesday 12 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 7:00-8:00pm

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OPEN MIND SERIES

OPEN MIND SERIES JEFF SPARROW TRIGGER WARNING: POLITICAL CORRECTNESS AND THE RISE OF THE RIGHT The unlikely rise of Donald J. Trump exemplifies the political paradox of the twenty-first century. In this new Gilded Age, the contrast between the haves and the have-nots could not be starker. The world’s eight richest billionaires control as much wealth as the poorest half of the planet – a disparity of wealth and political power unknown in any previous period. Yet not only have progressives failed to make gains in circumstances that should, on paper, favour egalitarianism and social justice, the angry populism that’s prospered explicitly targets ideas associated with the left – and none more so than so-called ‘political correctness.'

In his latest book, Trigger Warnings, writer, editor, columnist and broadcaster, Jeff Sparrow, excavates the development of a powerful new vocabulary against progressive causes. From the Days of Rage to Gamergate, from the New Left to the alt-right, he traces changing attitudes to democracy and trauma, symbolism and liberation, in an exhilarating history of ideas and movements. Challenging progressive and conservative orthodoxies alike, Trigger Warnings is a bracing polemic and a persuasive case for a new kind of politics.

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Tuesday 12 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 7:00-8:00pm

SPECIAL EVENTS

GREGORY DAY - A SAND ARCHIVE Gregory Day is a writer, poet and musician whose debut novel, The Patron Saint of Eels, won the prestigious Australian Literature Society Gold Medal in 2006 and was included on the VCE Literature syllabus for five years. He is a regular contributor to the literary pages of The Age and The Australian newspapers. Gregory will be joined by Deakin University's Associate Professor Maria Takolander for an evening not to be missed.

ALISON SIM - PAIN HEROES: STORIES OF HOPE AND RECOVERY Pain is experienced by everyone at some point in their life. Some people experience pain that hangs around far longer than it should. Join pain management expert, Alison Sim, as she shares the stories of people who have experienced persistent pain and recovered from it from her recent book, Pain Heroes. Alison will also offer some practical, evidence-based advice on how to embrace what modern science tells us about pain, in order to recover.

No quick fixes or magic silver bullets, just sensible advice that is echoed by the lived experiences in the stories of the Pain Heroes.

Under discussion will be Gregory’s latest novel A Sand Archive. Hailed by 2018 Miles Franklin winner Michelle De Kretser as a ‘bravura work’, this ground-breaking book crosses between fact and fiction to produce a memorable reading experience.

Wednesday 20 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 7:00-8:00pm

Wednesday 13 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 7:00-8:00pm

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

ANN BLAINEY - KING OF THE AIR: THE TURBULENT LIFE OF CHARLES KINGSFORD SMITH Award-winning biographer, Ann Blainey, has penned a revealing portrait of the brilliant and troubled figure Charles Kingsford Smith – a daredevil of the skies. Join her as she discusses the complicated, tumultuous life of a fascinating figure, who pursued his obsession to the greatest heights of fame and catastrophe.

Tuesday 11 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 7:00–8:00pm

MICHAEL MCGIRR - BOOKS THAT HAVE SAVED MY LIFE Our guide, in entertaining short accounts of personal encounters with these works, is Michael McGirr: schoolteacher and father, reviewer of hundreds of books and lifelong lover of literature. His humour and insight shine through in essays that connect the texts he has selected with each other, and connect us to them. Join Michael in conversation as he discusses all things books.

Tuesday 4 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 7:00-8:00pm

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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

FRAN GRIFFITHS - SUSPECTED HIPPY: TRAVELLING ON A WIRE In 1974, and at only 19 years of age, author Frances Griffiths travelled on her own from Australia to India along a route known as the Hippy Trail. Join Frances as she discusses her journey.

Saturday 12 January Waurn Ponds 1:00-2:00pm

KATHERINE BARNES THE SABOTAGE DIARIES Katherine Barnes is a prize-winning author whose book The Sabotage Diaries presents a first-person narrative reconstructed from the diaries, reports and letters of her fatherin-law Cecil Edward ‘Tom’ Barnes. Tom was parachuted behind enemy lines in Greece in 1942 with a small, hand-picked band of Allied soldiers to carry out a secret mission for the Special Operations Executive. Tom, a civil engineer, led the demolition party that sabotaged the Gorgopotamos Railway Viaduct, thus blocking Rommel’s supply lines — an event still celebrated annually in Greece.

Wednesday 12 December Waurn Ponds 6:30-7:30pm

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JUSTIN D'ATH - 47 DEGREES Join young adult author, Justin D'ath, in conversation as he discusses his latest book, 47 Degrees, a fast-paced and poignant novel of survival for young readers. Justin will examine his writing process and how he merged fact with fiction as he drew on his own experience of escaping the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires. This session is suitable for ages 12+ Wednesday 6 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 7:00-8:00pm

MICHAEL PANKRIDGE FICTION IS FUN - JUST FOR KIDS! Join local children’s author, Michael Panckridge, for an author talk to knock your socks off! He will have every child riveted with his enormous range of intriguing, humorous and highly entertaining stories.

Join in his sports quiz and you may win a free book. Michael will have his books available for purchase and for signing.

For ages 8-12 years.

Monday 14 January Geelong West 2:00-3:00pm

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AUTHOR ENCOUNTERS

JILL STARK - HAPPY NEVER AFTER Jill Stark was living the dream. She had a coveted job as a senior journalist, she was dating a sports star, and her first book had just become a bestseller. After years of chasing the fairy-tale ending, she’d finally found it. And then it all fell apart. Join Jill in conversation as she discusses why the happiness fairy-tale is driving us mad and how she flipped the script.

Wednesday 27 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 7:00-8:00pm

KATHERINE COLLETTE THE HELPLINE The Helpline is a sharp, witty, big-hearted comedy from a hilarious new Australian writer, Katherine Collette. Join Katherine in conversation as she discusses the divisive nature of the office fridge and other themes of her new novel which is all about people power and brain power—and the difficulty of getting them to work together.

Tuesday 19 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 7:00-8:00pm

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CREATIVE & CONNECTED BOOK CHAT

CHRISTMAS CARD MAKING

Come along and enjoy a conversation about the books you have been reading, hear recommendations and meet other readers. No booking required.

Enter into the spirit of the season and create beautiful handmade cards for Christmas Day. Enjoy this social crafting session with our expert card maker.

First Thursday of the month Geelong West 6:00-7:00pm

Saturday 1 December Belmont 3:00-4:00pm

First Friday of the month Torquay 11:00am-12:00noon

Thursday 6 December Corio 4:00-5:00pm

Second Wednesday of the month Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm Second Thursday of the month Drysdale 5:30-6:30pm Second Friday of the month Queenscliff 11:00am-12:00noon Third Tuesday of the month Ocean Grove 2:30-3:30pm

INTRODUCTION TO CHESS MILLENNIALS' BOOK CHAT Come along and learn the basics of playing chess using our giant chess set.

Saturday 8 December Belmont 2:00-3:00pm

This is a new book circle for millennials and young people. Read one of our suggestions listed online or a book of your own choice relevant to the monthly theme, then come along to chat, share your thoughts and meet new people.

December: Choose your own reads.

January: Animal reads. February: Thrilling reads. No bookings required.

Last Thursday of the month Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30-6:30pm

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CREATIVE & CONNECTED

UPCYCLED BOOK CRAFT – CHRISTMAS WREATHS This creative and fun session of crafting uses old books and other recycled materials to create original and artistic Christmas wreaths.

Wednesday 5 December Waurn Ponds 6:00-7:30pm

PAGES FOR CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS Have you ever thought about creating your Christmas decorations out of old books and magazine? Let us give you some tips and trick on how to upcycle you old reading material into creative and attractive Christmas ornaments.

Bring along your own books or use the recyclable material provided by us.

Friday 7 December Drysdale 10:00-11:30am

ADVANCE CARE PLANNING

CHRISTMAS CROCHET AND KNITS Learn how to create a simple Christmas decoration. With wool and a bit of imagination you will be taught some simple steps in knitting for crochet and leave with a small and unique ornament to hang on your tree. Bring 4mm sized needles or hook and 8 ply wool, the colour of your choice.

Monday 10 December Drysdale 3:00-4:30pm

CRAFTY ARTISANS Join leather artist, Aram O’Mara, and learn how to create a keytag, coaster and coin purse. Leather crafting or simply leathercraft is the practice of making leather into craft objects or works of art, using shaping techniques, colouring techniques or both. Come to Corio library and explore this unique craft.

Monday 10 December Corio 4:30-5:30pm

Advance care planning is a process that enables individuals to make plans about their future health care.

Advance care plans provide direction to healthcare professionals when a person is not in a position to either make and/or communicate their own healthcare choices.

In partnership with Barwon Health.

Monday 11 February Bannockburn 11:30am-12:30pm

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CINEMA 101 – INTRODUCTION TO CINEMA

TONY MCNAMARA – THE WORLD OF BEES: PART THREE Join Tony McNamara, from Surfcoast Honey, in his third of a series of four talks on The World of Bees. In this session Tony covers the different methods bees communicate with each other from Queen Piping to the Waggle Dance.

Learn how bees convey complex messages on the world outside the hive to that within through vibration, sound and movement.

Thursday 13 December Torquay 6:30-7:30pm

TONY MCNAMARA – THE WORLD OF BEES: PART FOUR In this, the last of four presentations on the The World of Bees, Tony McNamara, from Surfcoast Honey, discusses how bees enhance our codependent relationship by communicating with us through observation and behaviour. Learn how to read their behaviour to better understand how we can live more cohesively with our highly intelligent friend the bee.

Thursday 7 February Torquay 6:30-7:30pm

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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.

Tuesday 11 December, Tuesday 8 January, Tuesday 12 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:30-6:00pm Monday 14 January Lara 4:30-6:00pm

MEDITATIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE – SONIKSEA Come into the library and you will be greeted by the gentle sounds of SonikSea – an improvised collaboration between local musicians Joseph Stanaway and Demir Aliu.

Tuesday 8 January Ocean Grove 2:30-3:30pm

CREATIVE & CONNECTED

TRANSITION STREETS GEELONG

CHINESE LANTERNS

Join us at the Drysdale library to hear about this local initiative. Encouraging people to live more sustainably whilst also connecting with like-minded neighbours, Transition Streets Geelong offers an opportunity to gather, discuss and share ways to reduce our carbon footprint.

Join staff at Corio library to celebrate Chinese New Year by creating your very own Chinese cut-out paper lantern. Learn to use the Brother Design n Cut to produce a beautiful laser cut design which will help light up your celebrations.

Thursday 17 January Drysdale 6:00-7:30pm

Wednesday 31 January Corio 3:30-4:30pm

ON THE GO – TIC TAC TOE Join staff at Corio library and learn to get your game on. Learn to sew a bright, funky travel version of a time-honoured family favourite game, Tic-Tac-Toe. Thursday 17 January Corio 3:30-4:30pm

DISCOVER AND PROTECT THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD COAST Come along to learn about how to work with, understand, respect, protect and enhance our coastal surroundings from a representative from Great Ocean Road Coast Committee (GORCC). You will hear about how to be environmental stewards of the future and become advocates for the coastal environment.

Thursday 17 January Torquay 6:30-7:30pm

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YEAR OF THE EARTH PIG WORKSHOP: CHINESE ASTROLOGY Salwa Abboud is a FengShui Master from The Ministry of Feng Shui & Four Pillars of Destiny. Learn how to make the most of Feng Shui through the application of tools and remedies and find out how to capitalise on your destiny for 2019.

Saturday 9 February Newcomb 10:00-11:30am Belmont 2:00-3:30pm

OVERLOCKER OVERVIEW Learn about the basic functions of the overlocker as well as how to re-thread.

Wednesday 6 February Corio 3:00-4:00pm

ARMCHAIR ACTORS Join with other participants to bring a play to life. This is your chance to be a star for a day! The scripts are provided.

Choose your character to read aloud with fellow cast members. Reading from Kate Atkinson's Abandonment.

Thursday 7 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-4:00pm

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KNITTING PROJECTS IN AN HOUR You might be surprised what you can learn to knit! Have a go at projects including flowers, bookmarks, headbands and more.

Tuesday 12 February Leopold 10:30-11:30am

SAY IT WITH FLOWERS – LIBRARY LOVERS' DAY To celebrate Library Lovers' Day and Valentine’s Day, make a simple floral tribute for either theme. Library staff will demonstrate how to create a paper flower to give to your loved one.

Thursday 14 February Geelong West 2:00-3:00pm

CREATIVE & CONNECTED

WRITERS OF THE BELLARINE Are you a writer and want to share your original writing with a group of locals?

Come along and share a five minute piece with a small audience at the Drysdale library. This is a great opportunity to meet other writers and feel motivated to write.

Thursday 14 February Drysdale 6:00-7:30pm

HARP MUSIC – RELAX IN THE LIBRARY Come to the library and you will be greeted by the gentle sounds of the harp while you browse for books and enjoy the library space. Local musician, Peter Roberts, will be playing his harp for all to experience and enjoy a comforting sense of peace and harmony.

Thursday 21 February Geelong West 6:00-7:00pm

MAKE YOUR MARK Join staff at Corio library to celebrate Library Lovers' Day by creating a personalised bookmark. Learn to use the Brother Design n Cut to produce a beautiful laser cut design to bring your creative vision to life with pinpoint precision.

Thursday 14 February Corio 3:30-4:30pm

TALKING TEA: THE HISTORY OF TEA

UNCOVERING LANDSCAPES OF THE OCEAN GROVE AND BARWON HEADS REGIONS Join Deakin PhD student, Heather Threadgold, as she takes you on an historic journey through this fascinating region rediscovering the layers of landscapes and histories from the Wadawurrung to the early colonial era.

Friday 22 February Ocean Grove 11:00am-12:00noon

Tea is much more than just a beverage.

Since it was first consumed in the southwest of China 5,000 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 21 February Torquay 6:30-7:30pm

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HERITAGE DISCOVER YOUR ANCESTRY

FINDING YOUR PLACE IN HISTORY

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

This session will explore historical newspaper resources including the British Newspaper Archives and TROVE.

Friday 14 December Belmont 10:30-11:30am

Thursday 24 January Drysdale 3:00-4:00pm

Monday 21 January Belmont 2:30-3:30pm

Monday 4 February Belmont 2:30-3:30pm

Friday 15 February Belmont 10:30-11:30am Thursday 21 February Drysdale 3:00-4:00pm

IMMIGRATION RECORDS & YOUR FAMILY TREE Learn about the resources available in our eCollections to help you ďŹ nd out more about your family's immigration journey.

DISCOVER YOUR ANCESTRY & HERITAGE CENTRE TOUR For those interested in discovering more about their family history, this session will provide an introduction to the library's family history resources followed by a visit to the Heritage Centre Reading Room.

Wednesday 13 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:30pm

Friday 11 January Belmont 10:30-11:30am Monday 18 February Belmont 2:30-3:30pm

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.

Tuesday 12 February Queenscliff 2:00-3:00pm

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

Wednesday 27 February Bannockburn 11:00am- 12:00noon

HERITAGE

PEACE CELEBRATIONS & LIFE AFTER WORLD WAR I IN GEELONG AND THE BARWON REGION.

REMEMBERING THE END: AN EXHIBITION

REMEMBERING THE END: CURATOR'S TALKS

This special exhibition, developed from the Geelong Heritage Centre Archive collection, has been created to commemorate the Centenary of Armistice Day on 11th November 1918.

The exhibition explores many themes including the reactions to the end of WW1, peace celebrations, welcoming home the men and women returning from war and life after WW1 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 communities. See website for opening hours: grlc.vic.gov.au

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.

Tuesday 8 & 15 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 6:00-6:30pm

Tuesday 13 November until Thursday 31 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre

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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.

ALL ABOUT: BRAIN TRAINING APPS

eBOOKS ON YOUR TABLET

There is an extensive range of brain training apps available to help you improve your memory, challenge your brain and ďŹ ght the effects of ageing. We will have a look at some of these apps so you can decide what works for you.

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.

Tuesday 4 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 3:00-4:00pm

Tuesday 4 December Leopold 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 30 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm Friday 8 February Belmont, Leopold 10:30-11:30am

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

Wednesday 5 December Leopold 2:30-3:30pm Monday 17 December Belmont 2:30-3:30pm Thursday 20 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm Wednesday 13 February Ocean Grove 2:30-3:30pm

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eKNOW HOW

COMPARE POWER PRICES ONLINE Get ready for the summer heat by cutting your power bills and finding the best energy prices on the market.

This workshop will guide you through reputable, non-profit energy comparison services and help you navigate thousands of plans to work out the cheapest offer for your household.

Friday 7 December Leopold 2:30-3:30pm Wednesday 19 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm

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

Friday 7 December Belmont 10:30-11:30am Monday 7 January Belmont 2:30-3:30pm Monday 25 February Queenscliff 2:30-3:30pm Thursday 7 February Geelong West 3:00-4:00pm Tuesday 15 January Leopold 10:30-11:30am

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

Monday 10 December Belmont 2:30-3:30pm Friday 18 January Belmont 10:30-11:30am Friday 1 February Belmont 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 27 February Corio 2:00-3:00pm

Friday 18 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm Thursday 31 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm

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SUMMER READING FINDING YOUR NEXT BOOK Learn how easy it is to use library resources to ďŹ nd 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.

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.

Friday 21 December Belmont 2:00-3:30pm

Thursday 12 December Ocean Grove 2:30-3:30pm

Tuesday 22 January Corio 2:00-3:00pm

Tuesday 18 December Leopold 2:30-3:30pm

Wednesday 23 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:00am-12:00noon Friday 25 January Belmont 2:00-3:30pm Thursday 21 February Leopold 2:00-3:00pm Friday 22 February Belmont 2:00-3:30pm

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eKNOW HOW

TABLET Q&A Bring along your tablet and discuss apps, features and library services available through your device.

Monday 14 January Waurn Ponds 2:30-3:30pm Monday 11 February Torquay 2:30-3:30pm Thursday 28 February Lara 10:30-11:30am

iMOVIE ON iPAD Would you like to edit your own videos using the free iMovie app on your iPad? Come along to learn how.

Tuesday 29 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 3:00-4:00pm

INTRODUCTION TO PHOTO BOOKS Learn how to create a photo book 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. Photo books ordered will incur a printing fee.

Friday 1 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm

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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 before, and let apps deliver curated lists to your device.

Friday 22 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm

ALL ABOUT: PRODUCTIVITY APPS 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 all your password worries, store documents, read eBooks and eMagazines and effortlessly navigate cities.

Wednesday 6 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:30-12:30pm

Want to better organise your day using your smartphone or tablet?

In this session we explore apps for note taking, scheduling, meeting creation, document storage and more, to help your day run more smoothly.

Monday 26 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 3:00-4:00pm

ALL ABOUT: TRAVEL ON YOUR TABLET BASIC COMPUTERS Lack confidence with computers?

Want to learn how they work in a safe, friendly environment? In this self-paced session we will cover the basics of how to use a computer.

Thursday 28 February Leopold 2:00-3:00pm

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Going on holiday and want to know where to find accommodation? How about maps for the trip or the latest flight information?

Bring along your Apple or Android device, and we will show you how to make the most of your device for your travels.

Thursday 28 February Geelong West 2:00-3:00pm

eKNOW HOW

MAKERSPACE DEMONSTRATION

MAKERSPACE DEMONSTRATION

Come to the Family Fun Day and see the exciting equipment available to use at the Leopold Library Makerspace including 3D Printer, 3D Pens, Laser Cutter and Virtual Reality. Part of the Leopold Library Family Fun Day.

Come along and see the exciting equipment available to use at the Leopold Library Makerspace including 3D Printer, 3D Pens, Laser Cutter and Virtual Reality. Do you want to use it yourself? Why not get inducted too.

Saturday 8 December Leopold 10:00-3:00pm

Monday 3 December Leopold 10:30am-12:00pm

SATURDAY MAKERSPACE MORNING

Thursday 6 December Leopold 5:00-7:30pm

Interested in 3D printing, sewing or other Makerspace technology? Come along to our monthly makerspace morning to learn about the library's Makerspace opportunities.

Wednesday 12 December Leopold 2:30-3:30pm

Saturday 8 December Corio 10:30-11:30am

Thursday 10, 17, 24 & 31 January Leopold 1:00-7:00pm

Saturday 19 January Corio 10:30-11:30am

Saturday 2 February Leopold 10:30am-12:00pm

Saturday 16 February Corio 10:30-11:30am

Thursday 28 February Leopold 1:00-3:30pm

Monday 7 January Leopold 2:30-3:30pm

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LASER CUT CHRISTMAS

3D PRINTING - SCANNING

Use the Laser Cutter to produce and take home some custom festive items like cards, ornaments or decorations.

Learn how to scan objects to create a 3D-printed model of your own.

Friday 14 December Leopold 2:30-3:30pm

Monday 17 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30-6:30pm

MAKERSPACE MONDAYS

Thursday 24 January Corio 11:00am-12noon

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

CREATE A PERSONALISED CALENDAR FOR 2019 Learn how to create a personalised calendar 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. Calendars ordered will incur a printing fee.

Thursday 13 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm

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RASPBERRY PI MEETUP This is a group for anyone interested in Raspberry Pi - whether you are an expert or new to these credit-card sized computers. A capable little PC, it can be used for many of the things that your desktop does. Please bring your Raspberry Pi if possible or you can use one of ours. No booking required. For more information contact Steve Levakis - SLevakis@geelongcity.vic.gov.au Thursday 17 January & 21 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30-7:30pm

eKNOW HOW

GREEN SCREEN YOURSELF INTO A HISTORIC FAMILY PORTRAIT Picture yourself in history? Have you ever wanted to travel back in time? Why not put yourself in an historical family photograph? With the help of the Green Screen and the Geelong Heritage Centre’s historical photo collection let us place you back into Geelong’s local history.

No bookings required.

Saturday 19 January & Tuesday 22 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:00am-12:00pm

3D PRINTING: DESIGN A PHONE STAND Learn more advanced 3D design techniques and create a custom phone stand in this intermediate session.

Monday 14 January Corio 11:00am-12:00pm Monday 18 February Corio 4:00-5:00pm

3D PRINTING CLUB Interested in 3D printing but already know the basics? Meet like-minded people every month to share your ideas and work on your 3D models.

Tuesday 15 January Corio 4:00-5:00pm Tuesday 19 February Corio 4:00-5:00pm

VOD - VIEW ON DEMAND In this session you will discover the thrill of Catch-Up TV and subscription models such as Netflix. Come along to unlock your favourite movies, TV shows and much more.

Thursday 17 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm Tuesday 5 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:00am-12:00pm

HOW PCS WORK: PC TEARDOWN Learn about PC components and how to assemble them into a working PC in this hands-on session. Tools and PC provided for the session.

Thursday 17 January Corio 3:00-4:00pm Thursday 21 February Bannockburn 4:00-5:00pm

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3D PRINTING BASICS

LASER CUT AN AUSTRALIAN ICON

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.

Use a Laser Cutter to produce an Australian icon to take home.

Monday 7 January Corio 11:00am-12:00pm Monday 21 January Leopold 10:30-11:30am Monday 11 February Corio 4:00-5:00pm

GOOGLE EARTH VIRTUAL REALITY Google Earth is a free program that allows you view the Earth through high-resolution graphics and satellite images. A great tool for travellers or people searching for homes. Ages 13+ Friday 18 January Leopold 2:30-4:00pm Thursday 14 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm

Wednesday 23 January Leopold 2:30-4:00pm

SAVING TO THE CLOUD FOR FREE Ever wanted to know what’s in the Cloud? Come along and learn about using Cloud storage, such as DropBox or Google Drive.

Thursday 24 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am

3D PRINTING - MODELLING Come along and learn how to use basic modelling tools to create some interesting 3D objects.

Monday 11 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 5:30-7:00pm

MULTIPLAYER VIRTUAL REALITY Play alongside against a friend or meet someone new and join them in virtual reality. Ages 13+ Thursday 14 February Leopold 5:00-7:00pm

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eKNOW HOW

MYGOV Explore the beneďŹ ts and optimise your use of myGov. In partnership with the Department of Health and Human Services.

Wednesday 20 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am

LEARN A LANGUAGE WITH MANGO GREENSCREEN LIBRARY LOVERS' DAY To celebrate Library Lovers' Day, come in for a creative green screen picture with a book you love.

Thursday 14 February Leopold 1:00-2:30pm

Ever wanted to learn a language? Let an app do it for you for with Mango Languages, our language-learning eResource that will deliver short, fun and convenient lessons to your device.

Wednesday 27 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm

DRAWING WITH 3D PENS MAKE MUSIC WITH GARAGEBAND 3D Pens are a great way to sculpt quickly in 3D. We have some great project ideas to help you get the hang of using them, including an Eiffel Tower in an hour.

Tuesday 19 February Leopold 10:30-11:30am

UNIVERSITY STUDY ASSIST

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 Garage Band.

Thursday 28 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm

There are a wealth of tools available to help you get the most form your study time. A bit of time now will pay dividends later.

Wednesday 20 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-3:00pm

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YOUTH PROGRAMS EXPERIENCE VIRTUAL REALITY Want to try VR? Live out your imagination in immersive and interactive virtual worlds in these hands-on sessions.

For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 12+ Saturday 16 February Waurn Ponds 10:00am-12:00pm Tuesday 19 February Waurn Ponds 4:00-7:00pm

MANGA CLUB

ART HOUSE

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+

Socialise with friends, create amazing artwork, play games and have fun.

Delivered in partnership with The fOrT Youth Centre. No bookings required.

Ages 12+

Wednesday 13 February Newcomb 5:00-6:00pm

Thursdays during school terms Lara 3:30-5:00pm

Wednesday 27 February Newcomb 5:00-6:00pm

THE WRITING DOME

TUESDAY TECHIES Drop-in on Tuesday afternoons to tinker with our new technology, including our NAO robot, virtual reality, 3D printing and more. No booking required. Ages 12+ Tuesday 12, 19 & 26 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:30pm

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Are you an aspiring writer? Join our weekly writing group at the Dome. Keep a journal, try different writing techniques and share your writing with the group.

Bring your own device or use ours.

No booking required. Ages 12+ Thursday 14, 21 & 28 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:30pm

YOUTH PROGRAMS

HOLIDAY STUFF! OOBLECK STRESS BALLS

WILD WEAVING

Discover the magic of Oobleck. Is it a solid? Is it a liquid? It’s both! Once you have finished playing with this amazing substance let us show you how to make your very own stress ball. Ages 12-18.

Create a wild woven wall hanging using the colours and textures of nature. Learn how to prepare a loom for weaving, and then practice weaving techniques and simple knot styles. Ages 12-18.

Tuesday 8 January Leopold 2:30-3:30pm

Thursday 10 January Corio 2:30-4:00pm

Wednesday 9 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm

Sunday 13 & Tuesday 22 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-4:00pm

Thursday 17 January Geelong West 2:30-3:30pm

Wednesday 16 January Ocean Grove 10:30am-12:00pm

Thursday 17 January Drysdale 10:30-11:30am

Thursday 17 January Lara 2:30-4:00pm

Wednesday 23 January Belmont 2:30-3:30pm

INSTA ART

Thursday 24 January Torquay 2:30-3:30pm

Help us make an Insta-worthy mural using watercolour and ink to create an amazing art wall installation. Ages 12-18.

Tuesday 8 & Wednesday 23 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm Thursday 10 January Ocean Grove 2:30-3:30pm Tuesday 15 January Belmont 2:30-3:30pm Friday 18 January Newcomb 2:30-3:30pm Thursday 24 January Drysdale 10:30-11:30am

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HOLIDAY STUFF! MINI GARDEN GNOMES

GET YOUR GREEN SCREEN ON!

Have fun creating your own kitschy miniature garden gnome from coloured polymer clay. Ages 12-18.

Drop in and create impossible photos to share with family and friends using the library's Green Screen. Ages 12-18.

Thursday 10 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm

Monday 14 January Newcomb 2:30-4:00pm

Monday 21 January Corio 2:30-3:30pm

Sunday 20 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-4:00pm

Wednesday 23 January Leopold 2:30-3:30pm

IN CONVERSATION WITH NAO

Thursday 24 January Lara 2:30-3:30pm Thursday 24 January Waurn Ponds 2:30-3:30pm

BECOME A HOLOGRAM Ever wanted to know how to make a 3D hologram? We’ll explore how holograms work and then turn your 3D image into one. Ages 12-18.

Friday 11 & Thursday 17 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-4:00pm Monday 14 January Waurn Ponds 2:30-4:00pm Tuesday 15 January Leopold 2:30-4:00pm Tuesday 22 January Newcomb 2:30-4:00pm

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Create, write, produce and film a short interview with our resident humanoid robot, NAO. Ages 12-18.

Tuesday 15 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-4:00pm Thursday 24 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-4:00pm

HOLIDAY STUFF!

TRIVIA NIGHT

ALL IN GAME ON!

Scrub up on your general knowledge and battle it out in an evening of trivia fun!

Prizes to be won! Book your table (max.

10 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.

Battle it out with your favourite Xbox and Wii games as we get together and get our game on! In partnership with the fOrT Youth Centre. Ages 12 - 18.

Tuesday 15 January Ocean Grove 5:30-7:30pm

CREATE A PODCAST

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.

Friday 18 January Corio 5:00-7:30pm

Thursday 24 January Corio 2:30-4:30pm

If you've been thinking about creating your own podcast but have no idea how to begin, this session is for you! Learn the basics of setting up a podcast, putting a program together, recording and editing your podcast, and uploading it to the internet. Bookings essential as numbers are strictly limited. For bookings telephone 5272 4694. Ages 12-25.

Friday 25 January Waurn Ponds 1:30-2:30pm

MOVIE NIGHT 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. Contact Tania, City of Greater Geelong Youth Development Officer on 0400 555 273. Ages 12-18.

Wednesday 23 January Newcomb 5:30-8:00pm

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ALL ABOUT KIDS! BABY TIME

TODDLER TIME

Join us for a fun-ďŹ lled 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.

Mondays Waurn Ponds & Drysdale 11:30-11:50am

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

Tuesdays Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:30-11:50am, Lara & Torquay 2:30-2:50pm Tuesdays during February Leopold 11:30-11:50am Wednesdays during February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:30-11:50am Wednesdays Corio 11:30-11:50am Belmont, Geelong West 2:30-2:50pm Thursdays in December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-2:50pm Thursdays Ocean Grove, Waurn Ponds 11:30-11:50am Fridays Bannockburn, Newcomb 11:30-11:50am Saturdays 8 December & 2 February Belmont 10:30-10:50am

Mondays during February 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, Drysdale, Geelong West 10:30-11:00am Fridays during school terms Lara, Waurn Ponds 10:30-11:00am Fridays during December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:00pm Fridays during February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:00-2:30pm Saturdays 8 December & 2 February Belmont 9:30-10:00am Sundays during school terms Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:00pm

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PRESCHOOL STORY TIME

SENSORY STORY TIME

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

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.

Mondays during school terms Ocean Grove, Torquay 10:30-11:15am Tuesdays during school terms Bannockburn, Belmont, Chilwell, Corio, Drysdale 10:30-11:15am

Tuesdays during school terms Corio 11:30am-12:00noon

Wednesdays during school terms Geelong West, Lara, Leopold, Waurn Ponds 10:30-11:15am

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

Thursdays during school terms Belmont, Newcomb, Queenscliff 10:30-11:15am

Thursdays during February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:00pm

Fridays during school terms Geelong Library & Heritage Centre, Barwon Heads, Highton 10:30-11:15am

PRESCHOOL SCIENCE CLUB

TINSEL TALES Join us for a very special family Christmas story session with Christmas tales, carols and Christmassy craft. All ages.

Saturday 15 December Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 11:30am-12:30pm Tuesday 18 December Belmont 4:00-5:00pm, Lara 4:30-5:30pm

This fun-ďŹ lled 4-week program combines everyday objects and experiences with genuine scientiďŹ c 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.

4-week course commencing: Wednesday 13 February Corio 2:30-3:30pm

Wednesday 19 December Leopold 10:30-11:30am Friday 21 December Ocean Grove 4:30-5:30pm

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LEGO® CLUB

THE MIX

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

Ages 8+

Mix it up with after-school activities including tech challenges, art and craft, games, LEGO® and more.

No booking required. Ages 8+

Thursdays during school terms Geelong West 3:45-4:45pm

Wednesdays during December Corio 4:00-5:00pm

CHRISTMAS CAPERS Celebrate the festive season with a Christmas-inspired craft workshop.

All ages.

Monday 17 December Leopold 4:00-5:00pm Tuesday 18 December Waurn Ponds 3:45-4:45pm

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LEGOÂŽ MINDSTORMS

LITTLE EXPLORERS

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 during the term. For bookings, please contact: cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 8+

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.

Monday 4 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:30pm Wednesday 6 February Lara 4:00-5:30pm

JUNIOR CODERS Learn coding skills in this introduction to programming with Scratch Jr. Activities are fun and engaging, and are designed for parents and guardians 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.

Friday 8 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:00pm

Tuesdays in February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am

CODE CLUB: SCRATCH Sign up for Code Club. Term 1 is all about Scratch, where you will take a tour of the Scratch interface and create games and animations. This program is suitable for beginners. Participants are requested to attend all sessions during the term.

Please bring your own laptop.

For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 9-11 years.

Commencing: Monday 4 February Ocean Grove 4:00-5:00pm Tuesday 5 February Newcomb, Corio 4:00-5:00pm Wednesday 6 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:00pm

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CHINESE NEW YEAR 2019 is Year of the Pig. Join us for a special family story session to celebrate Chinese New Year with stories, songs and craft. All ages.

Monday 4 February Corio 4:00-5:00pm

TECH CLUB Learn to create your own electronic circuits with Arduino and Little Bits and learn to use a Makey Makey and OSMO in this 4-week technology-focused course. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 8+ Wednesday 6 February Ocean Grove 4:00-5:00pm Wednesday 13 March Ocean Grove 4:00-5:00pm

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+ Wednesday 6 February Leopold 4:00-5:00pm

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Tuesday 5 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:00pm

HARRY POTTER BOOK NIGHT Dress up in your favourite house colours and join other Potterheads in this very special event to explore Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. All ages.

Wednesday 6 February Newcomb 5:30-6:30pm Thursday 7 February Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 4:00-5:00pm Thursday 7 February Lara 4:00-5:00pm Friday 8 February Corio 4:00-5:00pm

ALL ABOUT KIDS!

CONSTRUCTION CLUB

LEGO® WEDO 2.0

Join us for a 4-week adventure into the world of engineering. Challenge yourself as we recreate famous world landmarks, bridges and buildings. Who can build the highest tower? How much weight can your bridge hold? Ages 8+

Build and construct LEGO® WeDo 2.0 models which can be programmed and brought to life with simple, drag-anddrop software. Activities are designed for children to attend with a parent/guardian, 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.

4-week course commencing Wednesday 6 February Corio 4:00-5:00pm

HERO KIDS: ROLE-PLAYING ADVENTURE Join us for a 4-week escapade with an award-winning introductory table-top roleplaying game for young adventurers. Hero kids is set in a fantasy world where grownups 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 Thursday 7 February Corio 4:00-5:00pm

Thursday 28 February Leopold 4:00-5:00pm Friday 8 March Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 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.

Participants are requested to attend all sessions. For bookings, please contact cysmanager@grlc.vic.gov.au Ages 5+

SUMMER READING CLUB: CURIOUS CREATURES

Monday 11 February Leopold 4:00-5:00pm

Register for the Summer Reading Club at any library to supercharge your reading this summer. Children of all ages can join this FREE program and collect fun incentive prizes along the way. Registrations open 1 December until 31 January.

Tuesday 26 February Waurn Ponds 4:00-5:00pm

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HOLIDAY FUN! I-SPY - WHAT CAN YOU SEE?

ANIMAL COLLAGE

Children are invited to visit the Heritage Reading Room and 'spy' on some of the many heritage buildings that can be seen from the windows of Level 3.

School holiday activity available during Reading Room opening hours. All ages.

Join us and create your own curious animals using collage techniques in this hands-on session. Ages 5+

Throughout school holidays Geelong Library & Heritage Centre

Tuesday 8 January Corio 10:30-11:30am

ANIMAL YOGA ADVENTURES

Monday 14 & Thursday 24 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am

Bend, stretch and discover the poses of some curious yogi animals in this interactive story experience. This program is not delivered by qualiďŹ ed yoga teachers.

Ages 5+ Monday 7 & Thursday 17 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am Thursday 10 January Corio 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 16 January Newcomb 2:30-3:30pm Monday 21 January Torquay 10:30-11:30am

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Monday 7 January Ocean Grove 10:30-11:30am

Tuesday 15 January Belmont 10:30-11:30am Tuesday 15 January Chilwell 10:30-11:30am Thursday 17 January Queenscliff 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 23 January Lara 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 23 January Waurn Ponds 10:30-11:30am Friday 25 January Highton Library 10:30-11:30am

ALL ABOUT KIDS!

MONSTER BLOB CLAYMATION Craft yourself an original monster and then animate it using stop-motion techniques. Ages 8+ Monday 7 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-4:00pm Wednesday 9 January Corio 2:30-4:00pm

WATERCOLOUR RABBITS

Monday 14 January Leopold 2:30-4:00pm

Explore the art of watercolour paints while creating an incredible rabbit painting worthy of any wall. Ages 8+

Wednesday 16 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30am-12:00pm

Monday 7 January Leopold 10:30-11:30am

Thursday 17 January Ocean Grove 10:30am-12:00pm

Monday 14 January Lara 10:30-11:30am

Thursday 17 January Drysdale 2:30-4:00pm

Monday 14 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm

Wednesday 23 January Belmont 10:30am-12:00pm

Monday 21 January Newcomb 2:30-3:30pm

Thursday 24 January Geelong West 10:30am-12:00pm

Tuesday 22 January Drysdale 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 23 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am

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CODING WITH SCRATCH JR. Learn how to add creatures to backgrounds in Scratch Jr. and have them interact with each other. This interactive session is designed for a child and caregiver to complete together. Ages 5+ Tuesday 8 & Friday 18 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am Thursday 10 January Waurn Ponds 10:30-11:30am Friday 11 January Leopold 10:30-11:30am Monday 14 January Ocean Grove 10:30-11:30am Monday 14 January Drysdale 2:30-3:30pm Tuesday 15 January Corio 10:30-11:30am Tuesday 15 January Drysdale 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 16 January Torquay 10:30-11:30am

SOARING KITES Let your imagination soar as you create, construct and decorate your very own kite in this hands-on workshop. Ages 8+ Tuesday 8 January Drysdale 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 9 January Ocean Grove 10:30-11:30am Tuesday 15 January Newcomb 2:30-3:30pm Wednesday 16 January Leopold 2:30-3:30pm Wednesday 16 January Waurn Ponds 10:30-11:30am Thursday 17 January Belmont 10:30-11:30am Friday 18 & Monday 21 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm Wednesday 23 January Torquay 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 23 January Corio 2:30-3:30pm

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ALL ABOUT KIDS!

AMAZING CREATURES Enter the world of invertebrates, test your knowledge of these amazing creatures and design your own new species to take home. Ages 8+ Wednesday 9 & Tuesday 15 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am Wednesday 16 January Corio 10:30-11:30am Thursday 17 January Torquay 2:30-3:30pm

THE GRUFFALO

Monday 21 January Lara 10:30-11:30am

He has terrible tusks and terrible claws.

But didn’t you know; there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo! Or is there? Join us to play Gruffalo games, hear Gruffalo tales and make your own Gruffalo puppet to take home. Ages 5+

Monday 21 January Waurn Ponds 10:30-11:30am

Thursday 10 January Lara 10:30-11:30am

MINI LEGO® MINDSTORMS

Friday 11 January Barwon Heads 10:30-11:30am

Our LEGO® Mindstorms robots are ready and waiting for you to program them!

Can you meet the challenge? Ages 8+

Friday 11 & Monday 21 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am

Thursday 10 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am

Wednesday 23 January Corio 10:30-11:30am

Friday 18 January Barwon Heads 10:30-11:30am

Thursday 24 January Newcomb 10:30-11:30am

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LET'S GET SEUSSICAL Oh the places you could go with a cat wearing a hat, a wocket, a who, and a thing or two. Explore the curious creatures of Dr Seuss in this silly Seussical session. All ages.

Saturday 12 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am Monday 14 January Torquay 10:30-11:30am Tuesday 15 January Bannockburn 2:30-3:30pm Wednesday 16 January Geelong West 10:30-11:30am Thursday 17 January Newcomb 10:30-11:30am Friday 18 January Leopold 10:30-11:30am Tuesday 22 January Corio, Chilwell 10:30-11:30am Thursday 24 January Belmont 10:30-11:30am

MICHAEL PANCKRIDGE: FICTION AND FUN! Join local children’s author, Michael Panckridge, for an author talk to knock your socks off! He will have every child riveted with his enormous range of intriguing, humorous and highly entertaining stories. Join in his sports quiz and you may win a free book. Michael will have his books available for purchase and for signing. Ages 8-12 years.

Monday 14 January Geelong West 2:00-3:00pm

PAPER PLATE CREATURES Explore some of Earth’s curious creatures and then recreate your own with simple craft materials. All ages.

Thursday 17 January Corio 10:30-11:30am Friday 18 January Waurn Ponds 10:30-11:30am Saturday 19 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am Tuesday 22 January Bannockburn 2:30-3:30pm Tuesday 22 January Leopold 10:30-11:30am Friday 25 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 2:30-3:30pm

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BASIC PROGRAMMING WITH NAO

MINI LEGO® WEDO

Meet NAO, our humanoid robot. Learn to program with Choregraph Suite and discover how to make it move and talk in this beginner workshop. Ages 8+

Build and construct LEGO® WeDo 2.0 models which can be programmed and brought to life with simple, drag-and-drop software. Ages 8+

Tuesday 22 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am

Friday 25 January Geelong Library & Heritage Centre 10:30-11:30am

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FAMILY FUN DAY SATURDAY 8TH DECEMBER 10:00AM - 3:00PM

CELEBRATE THE OPENING OF YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY Meet the staff, explore the space and take part in fun, free family activities. / / / / / /

The Milk Maks @ 12noon Meet the Cat in the Hat and the Grinch!

Technology demonstrations Roving performers, face-painting & storytelling Visit from Santa @ 2.30pm Lions Club of Leopold sausage sizzle

Library opens to the public Monday 3 December Family Fun Day on Saturday 8 December

Leopold Library Leopold Community Hub 31-39 Kensington Road, Leopold

SPECIAL OCCASIONS AT THE DOME The Geelong Library & Heritage Centre is the perfect place to hold your next celebration.

Whether you are planning a wedding, engagement party or a special birthday, our event space on Level 5, Wurdi Youang can accommodate all your needs.

Our experienced team and caterers, THE RK GROUP, are happy to assist you in any way to ensure your special occasion is one to remember.

Talk to us about our very competitive rates and let us help you create special memories at the Dome.

51 Little Malop Street, Geelong For more information: T 03 4201 0517 E venuehire@grlc.vic.gov.au *terms and conditions apply

GEELONG LIBRARY & HERITAGE CENTRE 51 Little Malop Street T 4201 0600

CORIO

NEWCOMB

Cox Road (cnr Moa Street) Norlane T 5275 2388

Cnr Bellarine Highway and Wilsons Road T 5248 1802

DRYSDALE

OCEAN GROVE

18-20 Hancock Street T 5251 3855

Presidents Avenue (cnr The Avenue) T 5255 4218

GEELONG WEST QUEENSCLIFF BANNOCKBURN 25-27 High Street T 5281 2367

153A Pakington Street T 5229 1939

55 Hesse Street T 5258 2017

HIGHTON TORQUAY

BARWON HEADS Barwon Heads Primary School, Golf Links Road T 5254 2143

BELMONT 163 High Street T 5243 2655

CHILWELL 51 Russell Street, Newtown T 5221 5129

COMMUNITY LIBRARY SERVICE For home library service deliveries. Conditions apply.

T 5275 3100

Roslyn Road (cnr Belle Vue Avenue) T 5243 4864

Surf City Plaza, Beach Road T 5261 3049

LARA

WAURN PONDS

5 Walkers Road T 5282 4182

230 Pioneer Road T 5244 0048

LEOPOLD

WESTERN HEIGHTS

Leopold Community Hub 31-39 Kensington Road T 4201 0675

Western Heights College Vines Road, Hamlyn Heights T 5277 1177

MOBILE LIBRARY STOPS

Opening hours and further information available at our website

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www.grlc.vic.gov.au General enquiries T 4201 0500 E info@grlc.vic.gov.au