New What's On brochure out now!
Discover all the highlight events happening at the library in January and February.
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
Take part in the reading challenge!
1 December - 31 January
JOIN. BORROW. READ. WIN!
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.
The annual Local Word Poetry Prize is now open.
Open to established and emerging writers.
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Ignite imagination & creativity! Join us for art-making activities developed by artists & the National Gallery of Victoria. Ages 3+.
Book here
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
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+.
Multiple Times Multiple Locations
Improve your English skills, meet new people and learn from others in a supportive group. Regular sessions each week.
Multiple Times Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Do you love family history? Want to share your interest in a friendly environment? Enjoy a chat, share stories and research tips. All welcome.
Wednesday, 29 January 2025 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm Boronggook Drysdale Library
Learn how to digitise your photos, VHS tapes, slides and film negatives ready to share with family and friends!
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 Estella Gonstalla presents a visual journey of knowledge through infographics on important issues like climate change. Part of the National Sustainability Festival 2025
Monday, 17 February 2025 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm Waurn Ponds Library
Learn the art of picture book writing! Join popular author Heather Gallagher for tips on all elements of picture book writing.
Saturday, 22 February 2025 - 10:30am to 2:30pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Gain insights and strategies for career options and developing skills with Danielle Flack, a career development practitioner.
Tuesday, 25 February 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Join Mark In-conversation with Charlotte Guest, as he chats about his latest psychological thriller.
Tuesday, 25 February 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm Belmont Library
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.
Wednesday, 26 February 2025 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Kim barne thaliyu / Geelong Heritage Centre is temporarily closed to the public while repairs are ongoing.
1 Dec 2024 – 31 Jan 2025 State-wide reading program for kids: Join. Borrow. Read. Win!
