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Sewing basics
2026-10-27 14:00:00 2026-10-27 15:00:00 Australia/Melbourne Sewing basics Join us at the library for a free beginners' lesson using the library's sewing machines. Corio Library -

Tuesday, October 27
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Join us at the library for a free beginners' lesson using the library's sewing machines.

Always wanted to learn to use a sewing machine? Then come and take a hands-on beginner's class.

What to expect:

  • This is a practical educational and social program for adults, facilitated by a library staff member
  • There is a a maximum of 5 participants. 
  • You will learn how to safely operate the library's sewing machine.
  • You will learn basic machine sewing techniques, including cutting, pinning and stitching.
  • With the support of the facilitator, you will make a beginner-friendly sewing project to take home.
  • It is a relaxed social environment and you are welcome to chat as much or as little as you like.
  • No experience is needed, and all materials are provided.

Bookings:

Bookings are essential 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 hour prior to the session.

Further information:

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

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Social Connection | Creative Technologies | Art, Craft & Sewing |

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Corio Library
Phone: (03) 4201 0658
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About the Library

This busy and vibrant branch serves Geelong’s northern suburbs. Highlights of this branch include zoned areas for study, reading and children’s activities, bilingual picture books, LOTE (Languages other than English) magazines, a learning English collection, World DVDs and a parenting collection. The library has a large meeting room for community hire, a range of accessibility features and a dedicated makerspace enabling discovery and creativity. Regular Baby, Toddler, Inclusive and Preschool Story Time sessions are held here, as well as events and programs for adults taking place throughout the year. 

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Active games - Bookings recommended
Mon, Sep 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Corio Meeting Room
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Make your own board games - Bookings recommended
Mon, Sep 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Corio Meeting Room
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Make and play with puppets - Bookings recommended
Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Corio Meeting Room
Calling all puppeteers! Come and make your own puppet and have fun bringing your puppet to life using voices,... more
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The Youth Mix
Tue, Sep 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Corio Meeting Room
Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Recommended ages 12-18
What to do with property after death - Talking about death series with Kings Funerals
Wed, Sep 30, 9:30am - 11:00am
Corio Meeting Room
Join us for a series of free panel conversations about death with local experts, facilitated by Beth King from Kings... more
Join us for a series of free panel conversations about death with local experts, facilitated by Beth King from Kings Funerals.
Baby Time
Wed, Sep 30, 11:30am - 11:50am
Children's Area
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Playing with paint - Bookings recommended
Wed, Sep 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Corio Meeting Room
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.
Purl Jam - Knitting and crochet social group
Thu, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Corio Meeting Room
Join us for a relaxed social session and a chat with friends. Bring your own knitting or crochet project or use our... more
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Thu, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Family movie time - Bookings recommended
Thu, Oct 01, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Makerspace
Join us for some family movie fun. BYO popcorn! Recommended age: 5+
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Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Tech help drop in
Fri, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get friendly, step-by-step help with everyday tech tasks like using your device, downloading files, or sending emails.
Moment of mindfulness for youth - Bookings recommended
Fri, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Corio Meeting Room
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Mon, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace
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Preschool story time
Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Area
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
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Embroidery Basics - Craft Connect
Tue, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Embroidery basics - Seniors Festival
Tue, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Makerspace
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Baby time
Wed, Oct 07, 11:30am - 11:50am
Children's Area
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Toddler time
Thu, Oct 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Dance, sing and read along with your child at this action-packed program.
Purl Jam - Knitting and crochet social group
Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Corio Meeting Room
Join us for a relaxed social session and a chat with friends. Bring your own knitting or crochet project or use our... more
Join us for a relaxed social session and a chat with friends. Bring your own knitting or crochet project or use our supplies to get started. All skill levels are welcome.
Saving Family Stories - Introduction to the Photo and Video Digitisation Station
Thu, Oct 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Get those photos, VHS tapes, Super 8/8mm film reels, camcorder tapes, slides and negatives out of storage and learn... more
Get those photos, VHS tapes, Super 8/8mm film reels, camcorder tapes, slides and negatives out of storage and learn how you can bring them to digital life, ready to share with family and friends!
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Fri, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace
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Mon, Oct 12, 11:00am - 11:45am
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Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Mon, Oct 12, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Mon, Oct 12, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
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Book a family & local history librarian - Get one-on-one support with your research
Mon, Oct 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
These free 45-minute sessions are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to undertake your own research.
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Mon, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
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Preschool story time
Tue, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Area
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Embroidery Basics - Craft Connect
Tue, Oct 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Wed, Oct 14, 11:30am - 11:50am
Children's Area
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Makerspace
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Toddler time
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Children's Area
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Corio Meeting Room
Join us for a relaxed social session and a chat with friends. Bring your own knitting or crochet project or use our... more
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Tech help drop in
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Collage workshop - Craft connect
Mon, Oct 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Corio Meeting Room
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Write your own comic book and learn all about the process in this hands-on, creative six-week program. Recommended... more
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Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Area
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Embroidery Basics - Craft Connect
Tue, Oct 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Want to try your hand at embroidery? Come and learn embroidery basics and create your own stitched masterpiece.
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Thu, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Area
Dance, sing and read along with your child at this action-packed program.
Saving Family Stories - Introduction to the Photo and Video Digitisation Station
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Get those photos, VHS tapes, Super 8/8mm film reels, camcorder tapes, slides and negatives out of storage and learn... more
Get those photos, VHS tapes, Super 8/8mm film reels, camcorder tapes, slides and negatives out of storage and learn how you can bring them to digital life, ready to share with family and friends!
This event is full
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Thu, Oct 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Corio Meeting Room
Join us for a relaxed social session and a chat with friends. Bring your own knitting or crochet project or use our... more
Join us for a relaxed social session and a chat with friends. Bring your own knitting or crochet project or use our supplies to get started. All skill levels are welcome.
Tech help drop in
Fri, Oct 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get friendly, step-by-step help with everyday tech tasks like using your device, downloading files, or sending emails.
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Mon, Oct 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Write your own comic book and learn all about the process in this hands-on, creative six-week program. Recommended... more
Write your own comic book and learn all about the process in this hands-on, creative six-week program. Recommended age 8-12
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Tue, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Area
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Sewing basics
Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us at the library for a free beginners' lesson using the library's sewing machines.
Embroidery Basics - Craft Connect
Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Want to try your hand at embroidery? Come and learn embroidery basics and create your own stitched masterpiece.
Knit, sew, crochet for youth
Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
If you are interested in knitting, crocheting or sewing, join us and make some like-minded friends. All skill levels... more
If you are interested in knitting, crocheting or sewing, join us and make some like-minded friends. All skill levels welcome. Recommended age: 10-12
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