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Art splosh!

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2026-01-09 10:30:00 2026-01-09 11:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Art splosh! No brushes allowed! Have fun with colour by splashing, rubbing, dripping and printing in this creative session. Recommended ages 5-8. Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome) - Activity Room (Level 1)

Friday, January 09
10:30am - 11:30am

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No brushes allowed! Have fun with colour by splashing, rubbing, dripping and printing in this creative session. Recommended ages 5-8.

Bookings are recommended 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 | Art, Craft & Sewing |

TAGS: | recommended |

Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome)
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Geelong Library Wurdi Youang (Level 5)
All killer (facts), no filler (grifting).
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Bad Art Night
Wed, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ground Floor (Central)
If you have absolutely no artistic talent at all, then this is for you! Join us for a Wednesday evening at the... more
If you have absolutely no artistic talent at all, then this is for you! Join us for a Wednesday evening at the library like no other as you let your creative side run wild.
Exhibition: The World We Share - Heart Space Creative Studio
Thu, Oct 08, All day
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and... more
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and busy streets exploring artworks by Artists from Heart Space Creative Studio.
Toddler time
Thu, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at this action-packed program.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Thu, Oct 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Writer's Workshop - Crafting Suspense in Crime Fiction
Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Geelong Library Nyaal Discussion Room 4 (Level 2)
Join us for our next Writer's Workshop, where we'll dive into the art of crafting suspense in crime fiction.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Michael Robotham - Tell Me Something True - Author Talk
Thu, Oct 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Geelong Library Wurdi Youang (Level 5)
The astonishing, emotional epic from Michael Robotham: a mystery, a coming-of-age tale and a love story wrapped into... more
The astonishing, emotional epic from Michael Robotham: a mystery, a coming-of-age tale and a love story wrapped into one, set against the simmering tensions of a small Australian town.
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Exhibition: The World We Share - Heart Space Creative Studio
Fri, Oct 09, All day
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and... more
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and busy streets exploring artworks by Artists from Heart Space Creative Studio.
Preschool story time
Fri, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
Activity Room (Level 1),The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Fri, Oct 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
English conversation group - Practice your spoken English!
Fri, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Improve your English skills, meet new people and learn from others!
Laser Cutting Induction
Fri, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Learn how to use the xTool S1 Laser Cutter and be inducted to use the equipment now located at the Geelong Library &... more
Learn how to use the xTool S1 Laser Cutter and be inducted to use the equipment now located at the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre!
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Fri, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Board game afternoon - Tabletop board games
Fri, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Join us for an afternoon of fun at the library & learn to play some different board games!
Registration opens Friday, September 25 2026 at 3:00pm
Exhibition: The World We Share - Heart Space Creative Studio
Sat, Oct 10, All day
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and... more
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and busy streets exploring artworks by Artists from Heart Space Creative Studio.
Glen Smith - Design Your Own Zine Workshop - A Geelong Design Week event
Sat, Oct 10, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Geelong Library Wurdi Youang (Level 5)
Ever wanted to make your own mini-magazine, comic, art book or DIY publication?
Sewing machine & overlocker safety induction
Sat, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Mandatory safety induction for sewing machine and overlocker use - no sewing experience necessary.
Registration opens Saturday, September 26 2026 at 3:00pm
Exhibition: The World We Share - Heart Space Creative Studio
Sun, Oct 11, All day
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and... more
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and busy streets exploring artworks by Artists from Heart Space Creative Studio.
Toddler time
Sun, Oct 11, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at this action-packed program.
Exhibition: The World We Share - Heart Space Creative Studio
Mon, Oct 12, All day
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and... more
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and busy streets exploring artworks by Artists from Heart Space Creative Studio.
Toddler time
Mon, Oct 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at this action-packed program.
Baby time
Mon, Oct 12, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Cave (Level 1)
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
English conversation group - Practice your spoken English!
Mon, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Improve your English skills, meet new people and learn from others!
Artists Assemble! - Bookings recommended
Mon, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room (Level 1)
Calling artists and creative legends. Get hands on with painting, origami, cut and pasting, and all things art and... more
Calling artists and creative legends. Get hands on with painting, origami, cut and pasting, and all things art and craft. Activities vary each week. Let your imaginations fly! Recommended ages 5-18
Registration opens Monday, September 28 2026 at 9:00am
Exhibition: The World We Share - Heart Space Creative Studio
Tue, Oct 13, All day
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and... more
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and busy streets exploring artworks by Artists from Heart Space Creative Studio.
Baby time
Tue, Oct 13, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Cave (Level 1)
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
A moment of mindfulness
Tue, Oct 13, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Connect with others and learn practical mindfulness skills that you can use in your daily life!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 29 2026 at 12:00pm
LEGO® club - Bookings recommended
Tue, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room (Level 1)
Join other LEGO® fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Recommended ages 8+
Registration opens Monday, September 28 2026 at 9:00am
Exhibition: The World We Share - Heart Space Creative Studio
Wed, Oct 14, All day
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and... more
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and busy streets exploring artworks by Artists from Heart Space Creative Studio.
Toddler time
Wed, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at this action-packed program.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Wed, Oct 14, 11:00am - 11:45am
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Baby time
Wed, Oct 14, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Cave (Level 1)
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Wed, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Family Movie Time - Bookings recommended
Wed, Oct 14, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
The Cave (Level 1)
Join us for some family movie fun. BYO popcorn! Recommended age: 5+
Registration opens Monday, September 28 2026 at 9:00am
Exhibition: The World We Share - Heart Space Creative Studio
Thu, Oct 15, All day
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and... more
Celebrate Geelong Design Week. Enter into a space of wonder and retreat from hustle and bustle of daily life and busy streets exploring artworks by Artists from Heart Space Creative Studio.
Toddler time
Thu, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at this action-packed program.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Thu, Oct 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Story time without limits
Thu, Oct 15, 11:30am - 12:00pm
The Cave (Level 1)
Join Story Time Without Limits with stories and songs for adults of all abilities. Connect, listen, sing, and enjoy... more
Join Story Time Without Limits with stories and songs for adults of all abilities. Connect, listen, sing, and enjoy a welcoming space made for sharing and fun.
3D Printing Basics
Thu, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Activity Room (Level 1)
Learn how to use basic modelling tools to create some interesting objects and submit them to the 3D printer.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Thu, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
The Junior Mix
Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room (Level 1)
Mix it up with after-school activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO® and more. Recommended... more
Mix it up with after-school activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO® and more. Recommended ages 8+ 
Tricia Stringer - The Paradise Resort - Author Talk
Thu, Oct 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Geelong Library Wurdi Youang (Level 5)
A funny, warm and wise insight into the joys and challenges of finding community in the most unlikely places, from... more
A funny, warm and wise insight into the joys and challenges of finding community in the most unlikely places, from the bestselling author of The Road Trip.
The Longest Book in the World: A celebratory exhibition - No bookings required
Fri, Oct 16, 9:00am - 5:30pm
The grand unfurling of the Longest eco-friendly concertina Book in the World created by the citizens of the City of... more
The grand unfurling of the Longest eco-friendly concertina Book in the World created by the citizens of the City of Greater Geelong. It will on display at the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre.
Preschool story time
Fri, Oct 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Activity Room (Level 1),The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
The Longest Book in the World - Meet the artist - No bookings requried
Fri, Oct 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Drop into the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre to meet with the artist Fern Smith as she talks through the... more
Drop into the Geelong Library and Heritage Centre to meet with the artist Fern Smith as she talks through the process of creating The Longest Book in the World. See the book unfurled before your eyes.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Fri, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
English conversation group - Practice your spoken English!
Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Improve your English skills, meet new people and learn from others!
Virtual Reality Play Session
Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Activity Room (Level 1)
Experience the world of VR!
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Board game afternoon - Tabletop board games
Fri, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Join us for an afternoon of fun at the library & learn to play some different board games!
Registration opens Friday, October 2 2026 at 3:00pm
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