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Dave O'Neill: Children's Author Talk

2023-04-14 10:30:00 2023-04-14 11:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Dave O'Neill: Children's Author Talk Join local author, Dave O'Neill, as he shares his new Children's book, "The Seagull Who Soared". Enjoy the story, ask questions, and get creative with a fun craft activity. All ages. Torquay Library - Children's Area

Friday, April 14
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2023-04-14 10:30:00 2023-04-14 11:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Dave O'Neill: Children's Author Talk Join local author, Dave O'Neill, as he shares his new Children's book, "The Seagull Who Soared". Enjoy the story, ask questions, and get creative with a fun craft activity. All ages. Torquay Library - Children's Area

Torquay Library

Children's Area

Join local author, Dave O'Neill, as he shares his new Children's book, "The Seagull Who Soared". Enjoy the story, ask questions, and get creative with a fun craft activity. All ages.

Calling all story book lovers!

Geelong Regional Libraries invite you to participate in this children's author talk with local author, Dave O'Neill, as he shares his new picture storybook, “The Seagull who Soared”. 

Stevie the Seagull often dreams of exciting adventures, but can she find the courage to take to the skies and leave the safety of her beach at Torquay behind? This is a story to remind us all to ignore the voice of doubt and chase our dreams, no matter how big they are.

Bookings are essential, those on the waitlist will be contacted upon availability. 

Torquay Library

Phone: (03) 4201 0667

Hours

Torquay Library

Mon, May 06 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, May 07 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, May 08 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, May 09 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, May 10 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, May 11 10:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, May 12 1:30PM to 4:00PM

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.

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Fri, May 10, 10:45am - 11:05am
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Mon, May 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Tue, May 14, 10:45am - 11:05am
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Tue, May 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Wed, May 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Thu, May 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Thu, May 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Fri, May 17, 10:45am - 11:05am
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Mon, May 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Mon, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Tue, May 21, 10:45am - 11:05am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Tue, May 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Ages 12+

Wed, May 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Wed, May 22, 11:45am - 12:45pm
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Thu, May 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Thu, May 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Fri, May 24, 10:45am - 11:05am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Mon, May 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Tue, May 28, 10:45am - 11:05am
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Tue, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Fri, May 31, 10:45am - 11:05am
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Mon, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Tue, Jun 04, 10:45am - 11:05am
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Tue, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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