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Ready, Set, Prep!

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2026-01-21 10:30:00 2026-01-21 11:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Ready, Set, Prep! All 2026 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! Torquay Library -

Wednesday, January 21
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2026-01-21 10:30:00 2026-01-21 11:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Ready, Set, Prep! All 2026 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! Torquay Library -

All 2026 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!

This is a practice run for 2026 prep students for getting up and ready for school and will also provide an opportunity to meet other children and families starting school in your area.

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

AGE GROUP: | Preschool |

EVENT TYPE: | School Holidays | Preschoolers | Children & Families |

TAGS: | recommended |

Torquay Library
Phone: (03) 4201 0667
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Torquay Library

Mon, Dec 22 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Dec 23 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Dec 24 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Dec 25 Closed
(Christmas Closure)
Fri, Dec 26 Closed
(Christmas Closure)
Sat, Dec 27 Closed
(Christmas Closure)
Sun, Dec 28 Closed
(Christmas Closure)
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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

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Creative Colour Story Time - Bookings recommended
Mon, Jan 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Delve into the magic of colour through stories, songs and rhymes in this interactive story time. Discover how mixing... more
Delve into the magic of colour through stories, songs and rhymes in this interactive story time. Discover how mixing colours creates new colours with paint and imagination! Recommended age: Preschool
Claytopia - Bookings recommended
Tue, Jan 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Come all clay creatives to a hands-on clay workshop. Practice your skills and make your own mini-figurine.... more
Come all clay creatives to a hands-on clay workshop. Practice your skills and make your own mini-figurine. Recommended ages: 12-18
Art splosh! - Bookings recommended
Wed, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
No brushes allowed! Have fun with colour by splashing, rubbing, dripping and printing in this creative session.... more
No brushes allowed! Have fun with colour by splashing, rubbing, dripping and printing in this creative session. Recommended ages 5+
'In Awe' - Lightshow Landscapes - Bookings recommended
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Illuminate the night sky and bring to life your very own light-show landscape. Recreate the wonder of the vast... more
Illuminate the night sky and bring to life your very own light-show landscape. Recreate the wonder of the vast galaxy or aurora borealis with pastel chalk and paint. Recommended ages: 8-12
Lyrical Art - Bookings recommended
Mon, Jan 12, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Combine your love of song lyrics and art to create a personalised poster for your wall or a gift card for a friend... more
Combine your love of song lyrics and art to create a personalised poster for your wall or a gift card for a friend using mixed media. Recommended age: 12-18.
How to be an Astronaut - Bookings recommended
Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Listen to a book, sing songs and watch videos of real astronauts to learn fun facts about space. Plus, make an... more
Listen to a book, sing songs and watch videos of real astronauts to learn fun facts about space. Plus, make an awesome rocket ship to fly home. Recommended age: Preschool.
Codes and Ciphers - Bookings recommended
Wed, Jan 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Learn about codes that were used before computers and are still in use today. Uncover the secret messages in the... more
Learn about codes that were used before computers and are still in use today. Uncover the secret messages in the codes we have provided and make your own to share. Recommended age 8-12.
Mini Mini-Golf - Bookings recommended
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Library + Mini-Golf = Our Mini Mini-Golf Session. Design your own mini mini-golf course in the library and become a... more
Library + Mini-Golf = Our Mini Mini-Golf Session. Design your own mini mini-golf course in the library and become a mini mini-golf star. Recommended ages 5+
LEGO® Architects - Bookings recommended
Mon, Jan 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Be inspired by the Ancient World. Become an architect and make your own ancient landmarks in this hands-on LEGO®... more
Be inspired by the Ancient World. Become an architect and make your own ancient landmarks in this hands-on LEGO® session. Recommended age: 8-12
Ready, Set, Prep! - Bookings recommended
Wed, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
All 2026 prep students are invited to join us at the library, dressed in their uniform, for a fun practice run... more
All 2026 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!
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