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Creative & Connected

Chatty Cafe - connect with others

Feeling a bit isolated? Come to the library for a free cuppa and friendly chat with others at this informal weekly session. Find out about our collection, like newspapers, magazines at the same time.

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Multiple Locations

Special Events

Story Time without limits

Enjoy stories and songs in a welcoming space for adults of all abilities. Connect, listen, and sing together for sharing and fun. Drop in on the day. All are welcome.

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Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

Heritage

Family and local history workshop series

Our expert team from Kim barne thaliyu / Geelong Heritage Centre host a monthly family and local history workshop. Come along and share your research and ask questions in a welcoming and informal environment.

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Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

Creative & Connected

CNC routing machine basics

Learn to design and cut wood using a CNC machine. No experience needed. Covers CNC basics, design software, safety, and hands-on practice. Tools provided.

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Multiple Times
Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library

Creative & Connected

Show My Pride

Contribute to a collective,intergenerational artwork celebrating LGBTQIA+ pride, guided by First Nations artists Idris McChesney and Peter Waples- Crowe. All ages welcome.

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Thursday, 12 March 2026 - 5:00pm to 6:30pm
Torquay Library

Special Events

Buzzing world of bees and honey

Celebrate Earth Day with a hands-on workshop exploring bees, honey, and sustainability. Through tasting, discussion and candle-making, you can learn about native bees, beekeeping, and why pollinators matter. 

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Multiple Locations

Special Events

Opinion piece writing with Cherie Gilmour

Explore how to use your lived experience to write compelling opinion pieces. Led by professional writer Cherie Gilmour, this workshop is great for beginners and experienced writers.

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Saturday, 14 March 2026 - 10:30am to 1:00pm
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

Special Events

Writing music workshop with Joe Matera

Join author and musician Joe Matera as he shares insights and stories from his music and writing career. Learn about the creative process with helpful tips – perfect for aspiring writers and musicians or fans of books and music.

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Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Boronggook Drysdale Library

Author Encounters

Love at first page with Olivia Tolich & Bridie Blake

Romance takes centre stage as Olivia and Bridie discuss their latest books, publishing and the cultural value of romance fiction. In conversation with Holly Brunnbauer.

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Thursday, 19 March 2026 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library

Creative & Connected

CAMP (Come & Make Performance)

This inclusive art-making weekend workshop is for everyone - with and without disability - to explore performance-making together. Across playful, sensory and public-facing sessions, work with artists in a supportive environment.

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Multiple Times
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

Special Events

A moment of mindfulness

Curious about mindfulness but unsure where to start? Learn practical techniques like meditation, breathing, and visualisation during your lunch break to help you connect and reset.

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Multiple Times
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre

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