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New What's On brochure out now!

Discover all the highlight events happening at the library in January and February.

All About Kids


SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

See the huge line up of activities for all children from pre-schoolers to youth. The theme is Make a Splash –book your place today

All About Kids

 

Take part in the reading challenge!

1 December - 31 January

JOIN. BORROW. READ. WIN!

new pride t-shirt at the library shop. Staff wearing them outside library.
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New Shelf Love Pride t-shirts are here! 

Find these new Pride t-shirts in our library shop, Shelf Love. The design features well-known queer literature that has regularly appeared on banned books lists around the world.

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The annual Local Word Poetry Prize is now open.

Open to established and emerging writers.

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All About Kids!

NGV Kids on Tour 2025

Ignite imagination & creativity! Join us for art-making activities developed by artists & the National Gallery of Victoria. Ages 3+.

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Special Events

Emergency services showcase

Meet and greet the people from our local emergency services and see how they keep us safe at this special family-friendly event.

More info

Monday, 20 January 2025 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library

Holiday Fun For Kids

Swim Safe Storytimes!

Make a splash with this special storytime series at various libraries, with our lifeguard friends at Geelong Swim Sport and Leisure Centres. Suitable for ages 3+. 

More info

Multiple Times
Multiple Locations

English conversation café

Improve your English skills, meet new people and learn from others in a supportive group. Regular sessions each week.

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Multiple Times
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

Heritage

Family history chat

Do you love family history? Want to share your interest in a friendly environment? Enjoy a chat, share stories and research tips. All welcome.

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Wednesday, 29 January 2025 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Boronggook Drysdale Library

eKnow How

Saving Family Stories - photo & digitisation station introductory sessions

Learn how to digitise your photos, VHS tapes, slides and film negatives ready to share with family and friends!

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Multiple Times
Multiple Locations

Creative & Connected

Zine making workshop

Let your inner rebel out with this hands-on free art making workshop with award-winning creative Megan J Riedl.

Book now

Saturday, 8 February 2025 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Colac Library

Author Encounters

The state of the world in graphics

Author Estella Gonstalla presents a visual journey of knowledge through infographics on important issues like climate change. Part of the National Sustainability Festival 2025

Book now

Monday, 17 February 2025 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Waurn Ponds Library

Author Encounters

Picture book writing 101

Learn the art of picture book writing! Join popular author Heather Gallagher for tips on all elements of picture book writing.

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Saturday, 22 February 2025 - 10:30am to 2:30pm
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

Special Events

Helping teens navigate their future career

Gain insights and strategies for career options and developing skills with Danielle Flack, a career development practitioner.

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Tuesday, 25 February 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

Author Encounters

Mark Smith - Three Boys Gone

Join Mark In-conversation with Charlotte Guest, as he chats about his latest psychological thriller.

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Tuesday, 25 February 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Belmont Library

Author Encounters

Gideon Haigh - My Brother Jaz

Join this author in-conversation session as Gideon discusses his latest release - a moving memoir on grief and resilience, written after the loss of his brother Jasper.

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Wednesday, 26 February 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

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Heritage Centre temporarily closed for repair work

Kim barne thaliyu / Geelong Heritage Centre is temporarily closed to the public while repairs are ongoing.

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BIG SUMMER READ

1 Dec 2024 – 31 Jan 2025
State-wide reading program for kids: Join. Borrow. Read. Win!

 

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