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Springs, Spirals and Twists

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2024-09-30 14:30:00 2024-09-30 15:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Springs, Spirals and Twists You might call the shape a spring or a spiral but the possibilities are endless. Will you make a hanging mobile, a coiled necklace or a brand-new invention? It's craft - with a twist! Ages 8+ Leopold Library -

Monday, September 30
2:30pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-30 14:30:00 2024-09-30 15:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Springs, Spirals and Twists You might call the shape a spring or a spiral but the possibilities are endless. Will you make a hanging mobile, a coiled necklace or a brand-new invention? It's craft - with a twist! Ages 8+ Leopold Library -

You might call the shape a spring or a spiral but the possibilities are endless. Will you make a hanging mobile, a coiled necklace or a brand-new invention? It's craft - with a twist! Ages 8+

Bookings are essential to save your place in the program.

 

Please cancel your booking if you are no longer able to attend so we can contact our waitlist.

 

Bookings close one day prior to the session.

 

If you require assistance, please contact library staff.

 

Children must be supervised by a responsible person (adult or carer) in our libraries and our programs.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | School Holidays | Make & Create | Children & Families |

TAGS: | recommended |

Leopold Library
Phone: (03) 4201 0675
Hours

Leopold Library

Mon, Dec 16 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Dec 17 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Dec 18 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Thu, Dec 19 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, Dec 20 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Dec 21 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Dec 22 Closed
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About the Library

Leopold Library was opened in 2018 and is situated within the Leopold Community Hub. The branch offers a welcoming and bright space with zones for working, comfortable reading and activities. A dedicated technology makerspace provides opportunities to develop creativity, imagination and problem solving. Public access PCs, free WiFi, a large area for children and young people, coffee machine, meeting room for community hire and comfortable seating are further features of this branch. Regular Baby, Toddler and Preschool Story Time sessions are held here. 

Upcoming events

NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Mon, Jan 06, 9:00am - 5:30pm
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Ignite your imagination & creativity! Join us for a range of art-making activities developed by artists & the NGV, fostering social connection, sparking innovative thinking & self-expression. Ages 3+
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Tue, Jan 07, 9:00am - 5:30pm
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Ignite your imagination & creativity! Join us for a range of art-making activities developed by artists & the NGV, fostering social connection, sparking innovative thinking & self-expression. Ages 3+
Water Worlds - Bookings recommended
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Make a splash and create an underwater diorama at this hands-on school holiday program. Ages 8+
Dive into Journaling - Bookings recommended
Tue, Jan 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Make your own art journal. Whether you are interested in a journal for drawing, for daily thoughts or just as a... more
Make your own art journal. Whether you are interested in a journal for drawing, for daily thoughts or just as a creative outlet. Spend some time decorating your own journal masterpiece. Ages 12-18
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Wed, Jan 08, 9:00am - 5:30pm
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Ignite your imagination & creativity! Join us for a range of art-making activities developed by artists & the NGV, fostering social connection, sparking innovative thinking & self-expression. Ages 3+
Splish-Splash Science - Bookings recommended
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Will it sink, or will it float? Come along and find out in this fun-filled hands-on STEAM water-based session. Ages:... more
Will it sink, or will it float? Come along and find out in this fun-filled hands-on STEAM water-based session. Ages: Preschool
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Thu, Jan 09, 9:00am - 5:30pm
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Ignite your imagination & creativity! Join us for a range of art-making activities developed by artists & the NGV, fostering social connection, sparking innovative thinking & self-expression. Ages 3+
Look and Sea! - Bookings recommended
Thu, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Splash down beneath the ocean surface. What can you see below? Craft a see-through port hole to an underwater world.... more
Splash down beneath the ocean surface. What can you see below? Craft a see-through port hole to an underwater world. What incredible creatures will you see in the sea? Ages 5+
Make a Pompom with Sophie Honess - In partnership with the National Gallery of Victoria
Thu, Jan 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Be inspired by the natural world. Join us to create a bush flower pompom using yarn, embroidery thread, & colourful... more
Be inspired by the natural world. Join us to create a bush flower pompom using yarn, embroidery thread, & colourful felt to accessorize your school bag, key chain, or anything else! Ages 10-18
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Fri, Jan 10, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Ignite your imagination & creativity! Join us for a range of art-making activities developed by artists & the NGV,... more
Ignite your imagination & creativity! Join us for a range of art-making activities developed by artists & the NGV, fostering social connection, sparking innovative thinking & self-expression. Ages 3+
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Sat, Jan 11, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Ignite your imagination & creativity! Join us for a range of art-making activities developed by artists & the NGV,... more
Ignite your imagination & creativity! Join us for a range of art-making activities developed by artists & the NGV, fostering social connection, sparking innovative thinking & self-expression. Ages 3+
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Mon, Jan 13, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Ignite your imagination & creativity! Join us for a range of art-making activities developed by artists & the NGV,... more
Ignite your imagination & creativity! Join us for a range of art-making activities developed by artists & the NGV, fostering social connection, sparking innovative thinking & self-expression. Ages 3+
Ducks go splash! - Bookings recommended
Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Duck into the library, shake your feathers out and have a quacking good time at this duck inspired story time. Age:... more
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NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Tue, Jan 14, 9:00am - 5:30pm
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Swim Safe Storytime - In partnership with Swim, Sport and Leisure Centres
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Art splosh! - Bookings recommended
Tue, Jan 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Wed, Jan 15, 9:00am - 5:30pm
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Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Thu, Jan 16, 9:00am - 5:30pm
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NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Fri, Jan 17, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Ignite your imagination & creativity! Join us for a range of art-making activities developed by artists & the NGV,... more
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NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Sat, Jan 18, 9:00am - 1:00pm
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Mon, Jan 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Explore water colour techniques and experiment with presentation ideas to create an amazing artwork. Ages:12-18.
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Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
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