We run regular safety inductions for the equipment in the Djilaga Makers Room at Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library. Book yourself in, complete the course and start making your creative ideas a reality!
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Monday, 25 August 2025 - 4:30pm to 5:30pm Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library
In the Margins tells the story of Frances Wolfreston, a 17th century woman who read, wrote and reflected despite the limits of her time. Author Gail Holmes brings her quiet strength to life.
Wednesday, 27 August 2025 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm Ocean Grove Library
Celebrate Family History Month in August with workshops at Geelong Heritage Centre. Learn to use online databases like Ancestry, Find My Past and Trove, with expert guidance.
Thursday, 28 August 2025 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Learn how to digitise your photos, VHS tapes, slides and film negatives ready to share with family and friends! Discover how to use the equipment to start saving your family stories.
Friday, 1 August 2025 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Hear from Archibald Prize artists, sitters and moderators as they share the stories and creative processes behind the portraits. Explore the stories, ideas and creative processes behind Australia’s most celebrated portrait prize.
Friday, 29 August 2025 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Join local author Barbara Cook as she shares the journey of bringing her book to life, and into an audiobook. Hear how following intuition and using the library’s recording studio led to unexpected opportunities.
Thursday, 4 September 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library
Saturday, 6 September 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Learn the essentials of wills and estate planning in this practical session with local legal expert Gabrielle McManus. Find out what makes a valid will, why powers of attorney matter and what happens if you don’t have a plan in place.
Wednesday, 10 September 2025 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm Ocean Grove Library
Think you’re not a writer? Think again. Join author and lecturer Rachel Matthews for a relaxed, hands-on workshop that encourages everyone to explore storytelling in their own way. Expect playful writing prompts and a welcoming space, no experience needed.
Saturday, 13 September 2025 - 10:30am to 1:30pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Hear the fascinating local history of Griggs Creek and the families who farmed the land through drought, depression and change. Learn about their links to Geelong Football Club, the flax industry and more, including First Nations history in the area.
Saturday, 13 September 2025 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm Boronggook Drysdale Library
Saturday, 20 September 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Saturday, 11 October 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
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