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Registration opens:
September 07th, 2026

Playing with paint

Bookings recommended
2026-09-21 10:30:00 2026-09-21 11:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Playing with paint No brushes allowed! Have fun playing with paint by splashing, rubbing, dripping and printing in this creative session. Recommended age 5-8. Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome) - Activity Room (Level 1)

Monday, September 21
10:30am - 11:30am

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

Photo by Steve A Johnson on Unsplash.

What to expect:

  • This is a school holiday program facilitated by a library staff member with an expected group size of 10-20.
  • The program will involve working with paint and may involve some messy elements.
  • Participants will learn about mixing colours and will experiment painting with different materials such as blowing through straws, stamping with cardboard tubes and using string.
  • There will also be a story reading component.

 

Bookings:

  • 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.

 

Further information:

If you have any questions about this program or require assistance, please contact the library on the details below.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | School Holidays | Art, Craft & Sewing |

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Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome)
Phone: (03) 4201 0600
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Game On!
Fri, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Experience fun and challenges in Game On! Dive into board games, test skills and teamwork. Roll the dice, draw... more
Experience fun and challenges in Game On! Dive into board games, test skills and teamwork. Roll the dice, draw cards, make your move! Recommended ages 12-18
Footprints on Country - Exhibition
Sat, Sep 12, All day
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints... more
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints became a conversation between people, place, and purpose.
Dominic Symes - The Poetics of Pop - Writers Workshop - As part of Victorian Youth Fest
Sat, Sep 12, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Geelong Library Wurdi Youang (Level 5)
Presented in partnership with the Emerging Writers' Festival, one of Australia's most respected literary festivals,... more
Presented in partnership with the Emerging Writers' Festival, one of Australia's most respected literary festivals, dedicated to developing, nurturing and promoting new writing talent.
Register
Sewing machine & overlocker safety induction
Sat, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Mandatory safety induction for sewing machine and overlocker use - no sewing experience necessary.
Registration opens Saturday, August 29 2026 at 3:00pm
Footprints on Country - Exhibition
Sun, Sep 13, All day
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints... more
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints became a conversation between people, place, and purpose.
Toddler Time
Sun, Sep 13, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Footprints on Country - Exhibition
Mon, Sep 14, All day
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints... more
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints became a conversation between people, place, and purpose.
Toddler Time
Mon, Sep 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our WONDER-packed Toddler Time program
Baby Time
Mon, Sep 14, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Join us for a WONDER-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
English Conversation Club - Practice your spoken English
Mon, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Improve your English skills, meet new people and learn from others!
Registration opens Monday, August 31 2026 at 2:00pm
Artists Assemble! - Bookings recommended
Mon, Sep 14, 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
Footprints on Country - Exhibition
Tue, Sep 15, All day
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints... more
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints became a conversation between people, place, and purpose.
Baby Time
Tue, Sep 15, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Join us for a WONDER-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
A Moment of Mindfulness
Tue, Sep 15, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Ground Floor North (The Nook)
Connect with others and learn practical mindfulness skills that you can use in your daily life!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 1 2026 at 12:00pm
Read and Roar (Blocks 1-8) - Phonics-based family program
Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room (Level 1)
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 watch your child roar into reading with phonics! Recommended age: Preps 5+
Footprints on Country - Exhibition
Wed, Sep 16, All day
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints... more
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints became a conversation between people, place, and purpose.
Toddler Time
Wed, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our WONDER-packed Toddler Time program
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Wed, Sep 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.
Baby Time
Wed, Sep 16, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Join us for a WONDER-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Laser Cutting Workshop - Make a Keychain!
Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Learn how to make your very own keychain using the xTool laser cutter, and be inducted to use the equipment now... more
Learn how to make your very own keychain using the xTool laser cutter, and be inducted to use the equipment now located at the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre!
Registration opens Wednesday, September 2 2026 at 2:00pm
3D Printing Basics
Wed, Sep 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Geelong Library Nyaal Discussion Room 4 (Level 2)
Come along to this beginner's session to discover what 3D printing is, how it works, and how to design a simple... more
Come along to this beginner's session to discover what 3D printing is, how it works, and how to design a simple object in Tinkercad.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Wed, Sep 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.
Family Movie Time - Bookings recommended
Wed, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
The Cave (Level 1)
Join us for some family movie fun. BYO popcorn! Recommended age: 5+
Footprints on Country - Exhibition
Thu, Sep 17, All day
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints... more
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints became a conversation between people, place, and purpose.
Toddler Time
Thu, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our WONDER-packed Toddler Time program
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Thu, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 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.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Thu, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Code Club - Scratch 1, 2 and 3 - Bookings recommended
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room (Level 1)
Join us for Code Club and take a tour of Scratch1 or stretch your coding muscles with advanced projects in Scratch 2... more
Join us for Code Club and take a tour of Scratch1 or stretch your coding muscles with advanced projects in Scratch 2 and 3. Bookings recommended. Recommended ages 8-15.
Holly Ringland - The World Beneath Her Feet - In Conversation with Brooke Davis
Thu, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Geelong Library Wurdi Youang (Level 5)
From the author of 'The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart' and 'The Seven Skins of Esther Wilding' comes a luminous novel... more
From the author of 'The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart' and 'The Seven Skins of Esther Wilding' comes a luminous novel about memory, belonging and the loves and landscapes that make us.
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Footprints on Country - Exhibition
Fri, Sep 18, All day
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints... more
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints became a conversation between people, place, and purpose.
Preschool Story Time
Fri, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Activity Room (Level 1),The Reading Nest (Level 1)
Help your child discover the WONDER of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Fri, Sep 18, 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 Club - Practice your spoken English
Fri, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Improve your English skills, meet new people and learn from others!
Registration opens Friday, September 4 2026 at 2:00pm
Saving to the Cloud
Fri, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Geelong Library Nyaal Discussion Room 4 (Level 2)
Ever wanted to know what is in the Cloud and how to use it?
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Fri, Sep 18, 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 - Table Top Board Games
Fri, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor)
Join us for a gaming afternoon at the library!
Registration opens Friday, September 4 2026 at 3:00pm
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Game On!
Fri, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Experience fun and challenges in Game On! Dive into board games, test skills and teamwork. Roll the dice, draw... more
Experience fun and challenges in Game On! Dive into board games, test skills and teamwork. Roll the dice, draw cards, make your move! Recommended ages 12-18
Footprints on Country - Exhibition
Sat, Sep 19, All day
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints... more
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints became a conversation between people, place, and purpose.
G Zines Pop-Up Stall - Calling All Zinesters! Pop-in to our Pop-Up
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Ground Floor (Central),Ground Floor South (Blue Table)
Zines from Geelong and beyond will be available to buy or swap. We are also totally open for anyone in the zine... more
Zines from Geelong and beyond will be available to buy or swap. We are also totally open for anyone in the zine community to join us, hang out, and sell your own zines
Weekend Readers Book Club
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Gathering Place (Ground Floor),Ground Floor North (The Nook)
Espionage, plot twists, who-dunnits, shocking endings... What's not to love? Join the Weekend Readers Book Club!
Registration opens Saturday, September 5 2026 at 11:00am
Armchair Actors
Sat, Sep 19, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Geelong Library Nyaal Meeting Room (Level 2)
Explore your creative side in this casual play reading with others!
Registration opens Saturday, September 5 2026 at 2:30pm
Footprints on Country - Exhibition
Sun, Sep 20, All day
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints... more
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints became a conversation between people, place, and purpose.
Footprints on Country - Exhibition
Mon, Sep 21, All day
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints... more
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints became a conversation between people, place, and purpose.
Playing with paint - Bookings recommended
Mon, Sep 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room (Level 1)
No brushes allowed! Have fun playing with paint by splashing, rubbing, dripping and printing in this creative... more
No brushes allowed! Have fun playing with paint by splashing, rubbing, dripping and printing in this creative session. Recommended age 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, September 7 2026 at 9:00am
Baby time
Mon, Sep 21, 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 Club - Practice your spoken English
Mon, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Improve your English skills, meet new people and learn from others!
Registration opens Monday, September 7 2026 at 2:00pm
Recycled racers - Bookings recommended
Mon, Sep 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room (Level 1)
On your marks, get set, go! Make a racing vehicle using recycled materials then test your design against other... more
On your marks, get set, go! Make a racing vehicle using recycled materials then test your design against other racers. Stopwatches provided. BYO imagination. Recommended age: 8+
Registration opens Monday, September 7 2026 at 9:00am
Footprints on Country - Exhibition
Tue, Sep 22, All day
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints... more
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints became a conversation between people, place, and purpose.
Make and play with puppets - Bookings recommended
Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room (Level 1)
Calling all puppeteers! Come and make your own puppet and have fun bringing your puppet to life using voices,... more
Calling all puppeteers! Come and make your own puppet and have fun bringing your puppet to life using voices, stories and settings. Recommended age: Preschool
Registration opens Monday, September 7 2026 at 9:00am
Baby time
Tue, Sep 22, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Cave (Level 1)
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Colour photography challenge - Bookings recommended
Tue, Sep 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room (Level 1)
See the library through a different lens and find beauty in everyday things! Pick a colour and photograph different... more
See the library through a different lens and find beauty in everyday things! Pick a colour and photograph different objects to create your very own collage. Recommended age: 12-15.
Registration opens Monday, September 7 2026 at 9:00am
Footprints on Country - Exhibition
Wed, Sep 23, All day
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints... more
This artwork began with a footprint ? the simple, powerful act of stepping onto Country with care. Our footprints became a conversation between people, place, and purpose.
Pokémon play time - Bookings recommended
Wed, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room (Level 1)
Come and join us as we discuss, craft and try to catch them all, in Pokémon play time this school holidays! We will... more
Come and join us as we discuss, craft and try to catch them all, in Pokémon play time this school holidays! We will be creating our own new Pokémon and looking for old favourites. Ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, September 7 2026 at 9:00am
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Wed, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Create a rainbow keyring - Bookings recommended
Wed, Sep 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room (Level 1)
Join friends new and old as we gather to learn weaving skills. Take home a rainbow keyring and a paper gift box.... more
Join friends new and old as we gather to learn weaving skills. Take home a rainbow keyring and a paper gift box. Recommended age: 8+
Registration opens Monday, September 7 2026 at 9:00am
Raspberry Pi Meet Up - Hosted by Geelong Single Board Computer Group
Wed, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Calling all Raspberry Pi enthusiasts! Come along to our monthly catch up to discuss all things Raspberry Pi. Any and... more
Calling all Raspberry Pi enthusiasts! Come along to our monthly catch up to discuss all things Raspberry Pi. Any and all experience welcomed.
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