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Rachael Brown and Vikki Petraitis - Lawyer X

A Word for Word National Non-Fiction Festival preview event
2020-09-23 19:30:00 2020-09-23 20:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Rachael Brown and Vikki Petraitis - Lawyer X Join us for this special preview event ahead of the 2020 Word for Word National Non-Fiction Festival. Virtual Event -

Wednesday, September 23
7:30pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2020-09-23 19:30:00 2020-09-23 20:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Rachael Brown and Vikki Petraitis - Lawyer X Join us for this special preview event ahead of the 2020 Word for Word National Non-Fiction Festival. Virtual Event -

Join us for this special preview event ahead of the 2020 Word for Word National Non-Fiction Festival.

Former gangland lawyer Nicola Gobbo is the person at the center of a royal commission that is not set to hand down its findings on the management of police informants until later this year.On the panel are ABC investigative reporter and creator of new podcast Trace 2: The Informer Rachael Brown and author of Cops, Drugs, Lawyer X and Me, award-winning true crime writer Vikki Petraitis. They will be joined by self-confessed true crime obsessive and podcaster, Meshel Laurie.
 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Online Events | Author Talks |

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Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome)
Phone: (03) 4201 0600
Hours

Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome)

Mon, Mar 31 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Apr 01 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Apr 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 03 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, Apr 04 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Apr 05 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 06 10:00AM to 5:00PM
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Tel: (03) 4201 0600

Upcoming events

Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Thu, Apr 03, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Toddler Time
Thu, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Fri, Apr 04, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Preschool Story Time
Fri, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
Activity Room,The Reading Nest
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Sat, Apr 05, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Rescheduled
Still Life Drawing - Craft Connect
Sat, Apr 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
New date Saturday, May 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Have fun sketching unique still life compositions at the iconic Geelong Library & Heritage Centre!
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Sun, Apr 06, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Mon, Apr 07, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Enjoy Together Scavenger Hunt - Bookings recommended
Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room
We go together like peanut butter and bread! Or peanut butter and...celery...? Join our scavenger hunt all about the... more
We go together like peanut butter and bread! Or peanut butter and...celery...? Join our scavenger hunt all about the foods we enjoy together. Ages 5+
Baby Time
Mon, Apr 07, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Brick It - Bookings recommended
Mon, Apr 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room
Create and engineer your dreams using Lego Brickit ©. Join us for an experience where creativity meets... more
Create and engineer your dreams using Lego Brickit ©. Join us for an experience where creativity meets architecture. Young builders and grown-ups team up together and bring your imagination! Ages 8+
This event is full
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Tue, Apr 08, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Pockets for the People! - Bookings recommended
Tue, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room
Ever been annoyed by not having pockets? Rage no more. BYO pocketless garment and grownup and learn how to add... more
Ever been annoyed by not having pockets? Rage no more. BYO pocketless garment and grownup and learn how to add pockets where they are desperately needed. Sewing materials supplied. Ages 8+
The Longest Book in the World - with Fern Smith
Tue, Apr 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
The Cave
Creatives of all ages are invited to join local artist Fern Smith to help create the longest book in the world.
Baby Time
Tue, Apr 08, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Sewing Basics
Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Mezzanine (North)
Always wanted to learn how to sew on a sewing machine? Then come and take a beginner's class at Geelong Library.
This event is full
Together We Clay - Bookings recommended
Tue, Apr 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room
Come along all clay creatives to a hands-on polymer clay workshop. Practice your skills and make your own... more
Come along all clay creatives to a hands-on polymer clay workshop. Practice your skills and make your own mini-figurine. Ages 12-18
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Wed, Apr 09, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Connect and Construct - Bookings recommended
Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room
Learn how to make folds, joins and tabs to connect shapes together then construct your own cardboard creation. Ages 8+
Baby Time
Wed, Apr 09, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Family Movie Time - Bookings recommended
Wed, Apr 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
The Cave
Join us for some family movie fun. BYO popcorn! Ages 5+
Family Movie Time - Bookings recommended
Thu, Apr 10, 9:30am - 11:30am
The Cave
Join us for some family movie fun. BYO popcorn! Ages 5+
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Together in Thread - Bookings recommended
Thu, Apr 10, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room
Stitching together an artwork full of creativity, friendship, and community! The finished artwork will be displayed... more
Stitching together an artwork full of creativity, friendship, and community! The finished artwork will be displayed in one of the Geelong Regional Libraries. Ages 12-18
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Fri, Apr 11, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Dinosaur Picnic Storytime - Bookings recommended
Fri, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room
A fun-filled Storytime where little ones and their grown-ups come together. Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts all... more
A fun-filled Storytime where little ones and their grown-ups come together. Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts all about dinosaurs. Bring your snacks and expect a "roar-some" time! Ages: Preschool
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Sun, Apr 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Mon, Apr 14, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Let's Make Art Together - Bookings Essential
Mon, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room
Unleash creativity and foster friendships in our vibrant community art program designed for kids. Let's celebrate... more
Unleash creativity and foster friendships in our vibrant community art program designed for kids. Let's celebrate the joy of art together. Ages 5+
Baby Time
Mon, Apr 14, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Designing Slogans Together - Bookings recommended
Mon, Apr 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room
Using Canva, put your creative flair to work by designing a poster with a positive slogan focusing on the theme of... more
Using Canva, put your creative flair to work by designing a poster with a positive slogan focusing on the theme of "together". What will you come up with? Ages 12-18
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Creating Kokeshi Together - Bookings recommended
Tue, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room
Together, we will create our own paper creations inspired by traditional Japanese Kokeshi paper people in this... more
Together, we will create our own paper creations inspired by traditional Japanese Kokeshi paper people in this hands-on session. Ages 8+
Baby Time
Tue, Apr 15, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Pockets for the People! - Bookings recommended
Tue, Apr 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room
Ever been annoyed by not having pockets? Rage no more. BYO pocketless garment and grownup and learn how to add... more
Ever been annoyed by not having pockets? Rage no more. BYO pocketless garment and grownup and learn how to add pockets where they are desperately needed. Sewing materials supplied. Ages 8+
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Wed, Apr 16, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Dinosaur Picnic Storytime - Bookings recommended
Wed, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room
A fun-filled Storytime where little ones and their grown-ups come together. Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts all... more
A fun-filled Storytime where little ones and their grown-ups come together. Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts all about dinosaurs. Bring your snacks and expect a "roar-some" time! Ages: Preschool
Baby Time
Wed, Apr 16, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Together We Clay - Bookings recommended
Wed, Apr 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room
Come along all clay creatives to a hands-on polymer clay workshop. Practice your skills and make your own... more
Come along all clay creatives to a hands-on polymer clay workshop. Practice your skills and make your own mini-figurine. Ages 12-18
Bad Art Night - Nature, Nurture and Nourished
Wed, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 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.
Laser Cutting Workshop: Key Chain
Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Learn how to make your very own key chain using the Emblaser 2 laser cutter, and be inducted to use the equipment... more
Learn how to make your very own key chain using the Emblaser 2 laser cutter, and be inducted to use the equipment now located at the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre!
This event is full
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
The Longest Book in the World - with Fern Smith
Thu, Apr 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
The Cave
Creatives of all ages are invited to join local artist Fern Smith to help create the longest book in the world.
Come and Play Together - Bookings recommended
Thu, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Activity Room
Come and play games, listen to stories, sing songs and have fun at this holiday program where doing things together... more
Come and play games, listen to stories, sing songs and have fun at this holiday program where doing things together makes it better! Ages: Preschool
Brick It - Bookings recommended
Thu, Apr 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Activity Room
Create and engineer your dreams using Lego Brickit ©. Join us for an experience where creativity meets... more
Create and engineer your dreams using Lego Brickit ©. Join us for an experience where creativity meets architecture. Young builders and grown-ups team up together and bring your imagination! Ages 8+
Rescheduled
Laser Cutting Workshop: Key Chain
Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New date Thursday, April 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Learn how to make your very own key chain using the Emblaser 2 laser cutter, and be inducted to use the equipment... more
Learn how to make your very own key chain using the Emblaser 2 laser cutter, and be inducted to use the equipment now located at the Geelong Library & Heritage Centre!
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Baby Time
Tue, Apr 22, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Revive and Reimagine - Sewing Workshop on Upcycling & Alterations
Tue, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Unleash your creativity and sustainability in our hands-on Sewing Workshop focused on Upcycling & Alterations!
This event is full
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Toddler Time
Wed, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Baby Time
Wed, Apr 23, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Make Along: Crochet - Craft Connect
Wed, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ground Floor (Central)
Come along to this workshop to learn basic crochet techniques!
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Toddler Time
Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Zine Workshops with G Zines
Thu, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Ground Floor South (Blue Table)
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre is the home for zines in Geelong! Come along to our regular workshops to learn... more
Geelong Library and Heritage Centre is the home for zines in Geelong! Come along to our regular workshops to learn how to construct your personalised zine.
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Sun, Apr 27, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Toddler Time
Sun, Apr 27, 3:00pm - 3:30pm
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Home-School: The Mix
Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 11:30am
Activity Room
Mix it up with a variety of activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO and more. Recommended ages 5+
Toddler Time
Mon, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Baby Time
Mon, Apr 28, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Artists Assemble! - Bookings recommended
Mon, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
Calling all artists & creative legends. Get hands on with painting, origami, collage, & all things art & craft.... more
Calling all artists & creative legends. Get hands on with painting, origami, collage, & all things art & craft. Activities vary each week. Come along & let your imagination fly! Recommended Age 5-18
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 9:00am
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Baby Time
Tue, Apr 29, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
The Mix
Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
Mix it up with after-school activities including art, craft, games, tech activities, LEGO and more. Recommended Age 8+
Stitch and Sew - Free Access to Sewing Machines and Overlockers
Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Unlock your creativity at our library! Come in and use our sewing machine or overlocker during opening hours.
Toddler Time
Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Baby Time
Wed, Apr 30, 11:30am - 11:50am
The Reading Nest
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Toddler Time
Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
The Reading Nest
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Sew What? - Bookings recommended
Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Activity Room
You can sew so much more than clothes! With just a needle, thread, and some basic sewing skills you can complete fun... more
You can sew so much more than clothes! With just a needle, thread, and some basic sewing skills you can complete fun sewing projects. Recommended Age 12-18
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Story Time
Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
Activity Room,The Reading Nest
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Friday Flicks - Bookings recommended
Fri, May 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
The Cave
Join us for some movie fun. BYO popcorn! Recommended Age 8-18.
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 9:00am
Still Life Drawing - Craft Connect
Sat, May 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room Level 2
Have fun sketching unique still life compositions at the iconic Geelong Library & Heritage Centre!
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