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*IN-PERSON* Meet Local Picture Book Creators

Bookings essential for every person over 12 months
2021-04-14 10:30:00 2021-04-14 11:00:00 Australia/Melbourne *IN-PERSON* Meet Local Picture Book Creators Join us for a special event with 3 local children's book authors, Kaye Baillie, Stef Gemmill and Renee Treml. Torquay Library -

Wednesday, April 14
10:30am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2021-04-14 10:30:00 2021-04-14 11:00:00 Australia/Melbourne *IN-PERSON* Meet Local Picture Book Creators Join us for a special event with 3 local children's book authors, Kaye Baillie, Stef Gemmill and Renee Treml. Torquay Library -

Join us for a special event with 3 local children's book authors, Kaye Baillie, Stef Gemmill and Renee Treml.

Three local children's book creators will share their stories to take young readers from a mama roo's pouch to a bathtub full of outback animals, and then ride a dragon in their dreams. Join Kaye Baillie, Stef Gemmill and Renee Treml for stories, take-home activities and more.

Bookings essential as places are strictly limited. 

  • All family members over 12 months of age require a separate booking, including adults. 
  • Please follow the current government directives regarding face coverings. 
  • Families are asked to follow library staff directions, practice physical distancing, and cancel their booking if anyone in their group is unwell on the day of the program.

Bookings close one day prior to the session. If you require assistance to make a booking, please contact library staff.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Children & Families |

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Torquay Library
Phone: (03) 4201 0667
Hours

Torquay Library

Mon, Apr 28 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Apr 29 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Apr 30 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, May 01 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, May 02 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, May 03 10:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, May 04 1:30PM to 4:00PM
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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

Toddler Time
Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Baby Time
Thu, May 01, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Read and Roar - Phonics-based family program
Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 explore the world of phonics with us & watch your child roar into reading! Age:Preps
Registration is now closed
Home-school: Pop! Bang! Moo! Onomatopoeia art - Home Schooler Event - Bookings recommended
Fri, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Discover the fun to be had with onomatopoeia words and create an artwork that really goes POP! All ages
Mega LEGO CLUB
Fri, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join other LEGO fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Ages 5+
Preschool Story Time
Mon, May 05, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Chess Club
Mon, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in... more
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in a friendly environment. Suitable for beginners and advance players. Ages 8-15
Baby Time
Tue, May 06, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
The Youth Mix
Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Ages 12+
Toddler Time
Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Toddler Time
Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Read and Roar - Phonics-based family program
Thu, May 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 explore the world of phonics with us & watch your child roar into reading! Age:Preps
Baby Time
Fri, May 09, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Mega LEGO CLUB
Fri, May 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join other LEGO fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Ages 5+
Preschool Story Time
Mon, May 12, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Chess Club
Mon, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in... more
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in a friendly environment. Suitable for beginners and advance players. Ages 8-15
Baby Time
Tue, May 13, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
The Youth Mix
Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Ages 12+
Toddler Time
Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Toddler Time
Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Read and Roar - Phonics-based family program
Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 explore the world of phonics with us & watch your child roar into reading! Age:Preps
Baby Time
Fri, May 16, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Mega LEGO CLUB
Fri, May 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join other LEGO fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Ages 5+
Preschool Story Time
Mon, May 19, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Chess Club
Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in... more
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in a friendly environment. Suitable for beginners and advance players. Ages 8-15
Baby Time
Tue, May 20, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
The Youth Mix
Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Ages 12+
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Toddler Time
Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
National Simultaneous Storytime 2025 - The Truck Cat, by Deborah Frenkel and Danny Snell
Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us and children all across Australia and New Zealand for National Simultaneous Storytime 2025! Recommended age:... more
Join us and children all across Australia and New Zealand for National Simultaneous Storytime 2025! Recommended age: Preschool.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 7 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Time
Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Read and Roar - Phonics-based family program
Thu, May 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 explore the world of phonics with us & watch your child roar into reading! Age:Preps
Baby Time
Fri, May 23, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Mega LEGO CLUB
Fri, May 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join other LEGO fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Ages 5+
Preschool Story Time
Mon, May 26, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Chess Club
Mon, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in... more
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in a friendly environment. Suitable for beginners and advance players. Ages 8-15
Baby Time
Tue, May 27, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
The Youth Mix
Tue, May 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Ages 12+
Toddler Time
Wed, May 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Toddler Time
Thu, May 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Read and Roar - Phonics-based family program
Thu, May 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 explore the world of phonics with us & watch your child roar into reading! Age:Preps
Baby Time
Fri, May 30, 10:45am - 11:00am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Mega LEGO CLUB
Fri, May 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join other LEGO fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Ages 5+
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