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Micro:Bits
2024-10-22 16:00:00 2024-10-22 17:00:00 Australia/Melbourne Micro:Bits Experience some of the endless possibilities of the micro:bit micro-computer in this 4-week program. Learn coding skills while creating games, music and more. Ages 8+ Corio Library -

Tuesday, October 22
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-22 16:00:00 2024-10-22 17:00:00 Australia/Melbourne Micro:Bits Experience some of the endless possibilities of the micro:bit micro-computer in this 4-week program. Learn coding skills while creating games, music and more. Ages 8+ Corio Library -

Experience some of the endless possibilities of the micro:bit micro-computer in this 4-week program. Learn coding skills while creating games, music and more. Ages 8+

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

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.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Coding & STEAM | Children & Families | After School Programs |

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Corio Library
Phone: (03) 4201 0658
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Corio 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 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 20 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Dec 21 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 22 2:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the Library

This busy and vibrant branch serves Geelong’s northern suburbs. Highlights of this branch include zoned areas for study, reading and children’s activities, bilingual picture books, LOTE (Languages other than English) magazines, a learning English collection, World DVDs and a parenting collection. The library has a large meeting room for community hire, a range of accessibility features and a dedicated makerspace enabling discovery and creativity. Regular Baby, Toddler, Inclusive and Preschool Story Time sessions are held here, as well as events and programs for adults taking place throughout the year. 

Upcoming events

Purl Jam Knitting Circle
Thu, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop in for a relaxing yarn with friends. Bring your own project or use our supplies to get started. All skill... more
Drop in for a relaxing yarn with friends. Bring your own project or use our supplies to get started. All skill levels are welcome.
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Mon, Jan 06, 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+
Family Movie Time - Bookings recommended
Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us for some family movie fun. BYO popcorn! Ages 5+
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Tue, Jan 07, 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+
Look and Sea! - Bookings recommended
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
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+
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Wed, Jan 08, 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+
Ripples of Emotion Storytime - In partnership with Drummond Street Services
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
Join us for a special story time all about the Ripples of Emotions. This story time is in partnership with Drummond... more
Join us for a special story time all about the Ripples of Emotions. This story time is in partnership with Drummond Street Services. Ages: Preschool
Baby Time
Wed, Jan 08, 11:30am - 11:50am
Children's Area
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Thu, Jan 09, 9:00am - 8:00pm
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+
Purl Jam Knitting Circle
Thu, Jan 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop in for a relaxing yarn with friends. Bring your own project or use our supplies to get started. All skill... more
Drop in for a relaxing yarn with friends. Bring your own project or use our supplies to get started. All skill levels are welcome.
Salty and Sandy - Bookings recommended
Thu, Jan 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace
Make a splash this summer using salt or sand and watercolour paints to create a colourful beach scene. Ages 8+
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+
Create a splash with watercolours - Bookings recommended
Fri, Jan 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Space
Explore water colour techniques and experiment with presentation ideas to create an amazing artwork. Ages:12-18.
Cancelled
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Sat, Jan 11, 9:00am - 5:00pm
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+
Cancelled
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Sun, Jan 12, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
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+
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Tue, Jan 14, 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+
Great Barrier Reef Exploration - Bookings recommended
Tue, Jan 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace
Take a virtual dive into the Great Barrier Reef with us. We will then make a splash by creating a painting, poster... more
Take a virtual dive into the Great Barrier Reef with us. We will then make a splash by creating a painting, poster or writing a letter advocating for ocean conservation. Ages 8+
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Wed, Jan 15, 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+
Art splosh! - Bookings recommended
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Makerspace
No brushes allowed! Have fun with colour by splashing, rubbing, dripping and printing in this creative session. Ages 5+
Baby Time
Wed, Jan 15, 11:30am - 11:50am
Children's Area
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Thu, Jan 16, 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+
Ready, Set, Prep! - Bookings recommended
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
All 2025 prep students are invited to join us at the library, dressed in their uniform, for a fun practice run... more
All 2025 prep students are invited to join us at the library, dressed in their uniform, for a fun practice run session about all the wonderful things to expect on their first day at school!
Purl Jam Knitting Circle
Thu, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop in for a relaxing yarn with friends. Bring your own project or use our supplies to get started. All skill... more
Drop in for a relaxing yarn with friends. Bring your own project or use our supplies to get started. All skill levels are welcome.
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
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
Fri, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
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
Cancelled
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Sat, Jan 18, 9:00am - 5:00pm
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+
Cancelled
NGV Kids on Tour - In partnership with National Gallery of Victoria
Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
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+
Ducks go splash! - Bookings recommended
Mon, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
Duck into the library, shake your feathers out and have a quacking good time at this duck inspired story time. Age:... more
Duck into the library, shake your feathers out and have a quacking good time at this duck inspired story time. Age: Preschoolers
Get Creative with Cricut
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Makerspace
Take your craft to the next level in this introduction to Cricut® session!
Make a Pompom with Sophie Honess - In partnership with the National Gallery of Victoria
Tue, Jan 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Youth Space
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
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