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The Hot Mess Show with Jeff Kinney

Livestreamed from Sydney Writers Festival
2025-05-25 12:00:00 2025-05-25 13:00:00 Australia/Melbourne The Hot Mess Show with Jeff Kinney Come to Geelong Library & Heritage Centre to view this session, being livestreamed directly from Sydney Writers Festival as part of their 'Live & Local' program. Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome) - Meeting Room Level 2

Sunday, May 25
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-25 12:00:00 2025-05-25 13:00:00 Australia/Melbourne The Hot Mess Show with Jeff Kinney Come to Geelong Library & Heritage Centre to view this session, being livestreamed directly from Sydney Writers Festival as part of their 'Live & Local' program. Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome) - Meeting Room Level 2

Come to Geelong Library & Heritage Centre to view this session, being livestreamed directly from Sydney Writers Festival as part of their 'Live & Local' program.

Join Diary of a Wimpy Kid author Jeff Kinney for wild on-stage antics. Celebrate the latest Wimpy Kid book while satisfying your craving for family fun! Rec. ages 7–12.

Attendance is free but bookings are required.

AGE GROUP: | Youth | Children | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Children & Families | Author Talks |

TAGS: | recommended |

Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome)
Phone: (03) 4201 0600
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Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome)

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