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Bad Art Afternoon

Judgement Free Art Making

2025-07-04 14:00:00 2025-07-04 15:00:00 Australia/Melbourne Bad Art Afternoon If you have absolutely no artistic talent at all, then this is for you. Have fun and get creative! Torquay Library -

Friday, July 04
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-04 14:00:00 2025-07-04 15:00:00 Australia/Melbourne Bad Art Afternoon If you have absolutely no artistic talent at all, then this is for you. Have fun and get creative! Torquay Library -

If you have absolutely no artistic talent at all, then this is for you. Have fun and get creative!

If you have absolutely no artistic talent at all, then this is for you!

All levels are welcome in this no pressure, judgement free session of art making where you are encouraged to create the worst kind of art you can come up with. No skill necessary and everyone will leave with a truly original piece of art. 

So, leave your artistic flare at home, bring along your enthusiasm and let's get making!

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Make & Create | Health & Wellbeing |

TAGS: | recommended |

Torquay Library
Phone: (03) 4201 0667
Hours

Torquay Library

We're closed Monday June 09 due to Kings Birthday
Mon, Jun 09 Closed
(Kings Birthday)
Tue, Jun 10 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Jun 11 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Jun 12 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, Jun 13 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jun 14 10:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Jun 15 1:30PM to 4:00PM
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Tel: (03) 4201 0667
About the Library

Located in Torquay’s Surf City Plaza, adjacent to the Surf World Museum and Community Hall, Torquay Library is a popular community gathering space, particularly for families and holidaymakers. The branch features zones for reading, studying and working, a dedicated area for children, public access PCs and free WiFi. Regular Baby, Toddler and Preschool Story Time sessions are held here, and many events and programs for adults are also run throughout the year.

Upcoming events

Preschool Story Time
Mon, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Chess Club
Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in... more
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in a friendly environment. Suitable for beginners and advance players. Ages 8-15
Baby Time
Tue, Jun 17, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
The Youth Mix
Tue, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Ages 12+
Toddler Time
Wed, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Toddler Time
Thu, Jun 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Read and Roar - Phonics-based family program
Thu, Jun 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Unlock the magic of reading with our phonics-based family program designed to help grow young learners' minds. Come... more
Unlock the magic of reading with our phonics-based family program designed to help grow young learners' minds. Come explore the world of phonics with us & watch your child roar into reading! Age:Preps
Baby Time
Fri, Jun 20, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Mega LEGO CLUB
Fri, Jun 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join other LEGO fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Ages 5+
Preschool Story Time
Mon, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Chess Club
Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in... more
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in a friendly environment. Suitable for beginners and advance players. Ages 8-15
Baby Time
Tue, Jun 24, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
The Youth Mix
Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Ages 12+
Toddler Time
Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Toddler Time
Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Read and Roar - Phonics-based family program
Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Unlock the magic of reading with our phonics-based family program designed to help grow young learners' minds. Come... more
Unlock the magic of reading with our phonics-based family program designed to help grow young learners' minds. Come explore the world of phonics with us & watch your child roar into reading! Age:Preps
Baby Time
Fri, Jun 27, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Mega LEGO CLUB
Fri, Jun 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join other LEGO fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Ages 5+
Preschool Story Time
Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Chess Club
Mon, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in... more
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in a friendly environment. Suitable for beginners and advance players. Ages 8-15
Baby Time
Tue, Jul 01, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
The Youth Mix
Tue, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Ages 12+
Toddler Time
Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Toddler Time
Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Read and Roar - Phonics-based family program
Thu, Jul 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Unlock the magic of reading with our phonics-based family program designed to help grow young learners' minds. Come... more
Unlock the magic of reading with our phonics-based family program designed to help grow young learners' minds. Come explore the world of phonics with us & watch your child roar into reading! Age:Preps
Baby Time
Fri, Jul 04, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Bad Art Afternoon - Judgement Free Art Making
Fri, Jul 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
If you have absolutely no artistic talent at all, then this is for you. Have fun and get creative!
Mega LEGO CLUB
Fri, Jul 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join other LEGO fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Ages 5+
The Very Hungry Caterpillar - Bookings recommended
Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Discover the world of food through stories, songs and craft. Recommended age: Preschool.
Registration opens Monday, June 23 2025 at 9:00am
Baby Time
Tue, Jul 08, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Foodie Fridge Magnets - Bookings Essential
Tue, Jul 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Join us for this hands-on workshop. Make your very own foodie fridge magnets, from recycled materials or polymer... more
Join us for this hands-on workshop. Make your very own foodie fridge magnets, from recycled materials or polymer clay. Recommended age: 8-12.
Registration opens Monday, June 23 2025 at 9:00am
Story Dogs - Bookings essential.
Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children, so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children, so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Story Dogs 1:1 sessions - Bookings essential
Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 10:15am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Story Dogs 1:1 sessions - Bookings essential
Wed, Jul 09, 10:15am - 10:30am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Story Dogs 1:1 sessions - Bookings essential
Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 10:45am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Story Dogs 1:1 sessions - Bookings essential
Wed, Jul 09, 10:45am - 11:00am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Story Dogs 1:1 sessions - Bookings essential
Wed, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:15am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Story Dogs 1:1 sessions - Bookings essential
Wed, Jul 09, 11:15am - 11:30am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
New Look Recipe Book - Bookings recommended
Wed, Jul 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Save your old family recipes at the library! Do you have any old handwritten recipes at home? Make them exciting... more
Save your old family recipes at the library! Do you have any old handwritten recipes at home? Make them exciting again using Canva online. Recommended age: 12-18.
Registration opens Monday, June 23 2025 at 9:00am
Sustainable Sensory Play and Movement - Bookings recommended
Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Play, move and create in this gentle sensory experience - perfect for calming curious minds and active bodies!... more
Play, move and create in this gentle sensory experience - perfect for calming curious minds and active bodies! Recommended age: 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, June 23 2025 at 9:00am
Baby Time
Fri, Jul 11, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Story Dogs - Bookings essential.
Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children, so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children, so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Story Dogs 1:1 sessions - Bookings essential
Mon, Jul 14, 10:00am - 10:15am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Story Dogs 1:1 sessions - Bookings essential
Mon, Jul 14, 10:15am - 10:30am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Story Dogs 1:1 sessions - Bookings essential
Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 10:45am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Story Dogs 1:1 sessions - Bookings essential
Mon, Jul 14, 10:45am - 11:00am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Story Dogs 1:1 sessions - Bookings essential
Mon, Jul 14, 11:00am - 11:15am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Story Dogs 1:1 sessions - Bookings essential
Mon, Jul 14, 11:15am - 11:30am
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong... more
Story Dogs are a volunteer organisation who aim to make reading fun for children so they become confident, lifelong readers. All dog teams are accredited and approved for this program. Ages 8+
Pom Pom Feast - Bookings recommended
Mon, Jul 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Make your own feast! Learn to make non-edible delights out of fluffy pom poms. Recommended age: 8-12.
Registration opens Monday, June 23 2025 at 9:00am
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