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Join us for an introduction to coding. This program is suitable for beginners only. Age 8+
Multiple Times Multiple Locations
These special sessions are being presented by the nbn™ Local Community Affairs team help you understand and answer questions about the nbn™ network. Each session will cover:
The purpose of this initiative is to ensure communities have all the necessary information during the rollout of the NBN™ access network. It aims to give the community a forum to ask questions and troubleshoot any concerns they might have.
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading. No booking required.For a complete downloadable timetable of all our story times across all of our branches, please visit the following page grlc.vic.gov.au/learn/little-readers/events-little-readers
Get the most out of the camera on your phone or tablet. This workshop will show you how to utilise the photographic tools as your fingertips.
Wednesday, 22 January 2020 - 11:00am to 12:00pm Torquay Library
Cheryl Baulch has produced a definitive record of men and women from the Surf Coast to have enlisted in World War I. She has drawn from many resources to create an easy to use and informative reference tool. Join us at Torquay Library to find out how Cheryl researched the information, how she chose to present the details and what were the key outcomes from this project.
Thursday, 23 January 2020 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm Torquay Library
Compete in a Sphero BOLT race to the finish line, dodging obstacles along the way. Then learn to code your Sphero to navigate its own way around the racetrack! Ages 12-18 years
Friday, 24 January 2020 - 2:30pm to 4:00pm Torquay Library
Would you like to edit and share your own videos using the free iMovie app on your Apple device? Come along to this session to learn how.
Do you sometimes feel exhausted and overwhelmed?Do you find it difficult to balance and juggle family, work, household chores, social activities and struggle to find time for self-care and nourishment? Have you found yourself stuck in old habits, patterns and behaviours? Even when you start a new regime you often return to your old patterns? Jo Surkitt is a Positive Change Educator and she will teach you strategies and techniques on creating balance, reducE overwhelm and how to rewire and refire your brain so you can create new healthy habits, thought patterns and behaviours that are simple, sustainable, and long lasting; creating the ‘Positive Change’ you want to see in your life.
A young business, Great Ocean Road Gin has been operating since 2017. During that time it has built up a reputation for quality product and commitment to the locals and local area. Come and listen to owner Ann Houlihan’s story about how she decided to make the sea change to Anglesea, develop her skills in production and business, and live the dream.
Thursday, 20 February 2020 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm Torquay Library
Learn how to use photo editing apps to make your photos look clearer, brighter and sharper. Bring along your own device and photos and learn some simple techniques to dramatically improve their quality.
Take advantage of some of the fantastic apps available on your smartphone or tablet. Bring your own device and learn how to read eBooks and eMagazines, listen to music and more.
Wednesday, 26 February 2020 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm Multiple Locations
Heritage Centre staff will be exploring Surf Coast history through interesting maps, photographs and other resources held in the Geelong Heritage Centre.
Thursday, 27 February 2020 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm Torquay Library
Ever felt overwhelmed by the number of online passwords you need to remember? This session will introduce you to a variety of ways to securely save and store your passwords.
Join us for a fun filled session of songs and rhymes for babies. Sessions run all year except for January. No bookings required. For a complete downloadable timetable of all our story times across all of our branches, please click here.
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action packed Toddler Time program. No bookings required. For a complete downloadable timetable of all our story times across all of our branches, please visit the following page grlc.vic.gov.au/learn/little-readers/events-little-readers
The Edison robot is a powerful, engaging tool for learning computational thinking and computer programming in a hands-on 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+
Come along and enjoy a conversation about the books you have been reading, hear recommendations and meet other readers. No bookings required.
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. Ages 3-6.
Multiple Times Torquay Library
This special exhibition, developed from the Geelong Heritage Centre's Archive Collection, has been created to commemorate the Centenary of Armistice Day on 11 November 1918. The exhibition explores many themes including the reactions to the end of WWI, peace celebrations, welcoming home the men and women returning from war and life after WWI 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 local communities.
