WINTER 2019

WHAT’S THE JOKE? SHOWHey kids be prepared to get brained with the most ridiculously funny jokes and cool music! Join bestselling ABC Kids author and entertainer, Andy Jones as he presents his wildly popular musical show. There will be dancing, acting, joke-telling and more – don’t forget to bring your own jokes to tell on the day!

Ages 4-12 years.

FRI 5 JUL, 10-11AMGisborne Library

FRI 5 JUL, 12.30-1.30PMCastlemaine Library

FRI 5 JUL, 3-4PMBendigo Library

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMMONDAY 1 - FRIDAY 12 JULY

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MINECRAFTEnjoy adventures, challenges and awesome fun with other Minecraft fans in our specially built Minecraft worlds.

Laptops supplied.

1 session per child.

TUE 2 JUL 5-7 YEARS – 10-11.30AM 8-12 YEARS – 1.30-3PM Bendigo Library

TUE 9 JUL 5-7 YEARS – 10-11AM & 11.30AM-12.30PM 8-12 YEARS – 1.30-2.30PM & 3-4PMKangaroo Flat Library

POMPOM GARLANDSLearn all about finger knitting as you create a gorgeous garland with pompoms to take home.

Ages 8-12 years.

TUE 2 JUL, 10.30-11.30AMWoodend Library

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PETE THE PLUMBER RIDES THE WATER CYCLEPete is a plumber who loves making music as much as he loves water. With his pet drop of water, Droppo, Pete tells the story of the water cycle with songs, silliness, and an array of instruments made from all types of pipes, hoses, pumps and gloves.

Educating and entertaining.

Ages 4-12 years.

TUE 2 JUL, 11AM-12PM Kyneton Library

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PLAYING WITH COLLAGELearn the secrets of wonderful author and illustrator Jeannie Baker, known worldwide for her stunning collages. Create beautiful artworks of your own, assembling all sorts of textures from the wondrous world around you.

Ages 6-12 years.

WED 3 JUL, 10.30-11.30AMKangaroo Flat Library

TUE 9 JUL, 10.30-11.30AMEaglehawk Library

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SLIME WORKSHOPHave fun creating all sorts of slime to squish, stretch, probe, poke and play with!

Ages 5-10 years.

FRI 5 JUL, 10.30-11.30AMEaglehawk Library

JOKE BOOKS BY KIDSDo you know some great jokes? Create and illustrate your own mini joke book using the fantastic WePublish app on our mini iPads.

Ages 8-12 years.

THU 4 JUL, 10-11AMBendigo Library

DROP IN CRAFTDrop in any time between 10am and 12pm to design a badge and create a rainbow sand bracelet. Find a great book to take home too!

School aged children, 1 of each item per child.

MON 8 & TUE 9 JUL, 10AM-12PMRomsey Library

NAIDOC CHILDREN’S DAYGoldfields Libraries join in the fun at NAIDOC Children’s Day. Come visit us for special stories and activities celebrating our indigenous culture.

All ages.

WED 10 JUL, 10AM-3PMCrusoe College, Olympic Parade, Kangaroo Flat

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MAKE, TAKE, BAKEGet crafty with colourful polymer clay! Make jewellery, bag tags and fridge magnets or bring your imagination and create your own designs.

Craft will require baking at home (instructions provided).

Ages 8-12 years.

THU 4 JUL, 10.30-11.30AMRomsey Library

WED 10 JUL, 10.30-11.30AMGisborne Library

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MINI SCIENCE FAIRLots of science based activities to experiment with and enjoy. Includes Tornado Bottles, Kissing Balloons, Musical Coat Hangers and more. Book a timeslot and do as much or as little as you like.

Ages 6-12 years.

TUE 9 JUL, 9.30-10.30AM & 11AM-12PMBendigo Library

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KANO FOR KIDSExperience building a Kano computer and then have a go at coding to modify and hack games, and create digital art – all at your own pace and interest level.

Ages 8-12 years.

Attendance required at both sessions.

THU 4 & FRI 5 JUL, 10-11.30AMHeathcote Library

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MOVIE MATINEE: PETER PANLet your dreams take flight with this Walt Disney original classic that taught us to believe. A special experience for the whole family bursting with fantasy, adventure, memorable characters, music and pixie dust!

Rated G. Ages 4+ years.

WED 10 JUL, 10.30AM-12PMBendigo Library

BOLLYWOOD DANCE OFFJoin our special friend Preeti from Bendigo’s Hindi community for a vibrant and fun Bollywood dance workshop. Enjoy the colour, the glamour and the drama while learning new dance moves.

5-12 years.

FRI 12 JUL, 10.30-11.30AMBendigo Library

BENDIGO LIBRARY 5449 2700 259 Hargreaves St

CASTLEMAINE LIBRARY 5472 1458 212 Barker St

EAGLEHAWK LIBRARY 5446 7577 1 Sailors Gully Rd

GISBORNE LIBRARY 5428 3962 8 Hamilton St

HEATHCOTE LIBRARY 5433 3734 125 High St

KANGAROO FLAT LIBRARY 5447 8344 267 High St

KYNETON LIBRARY 5422 1365 3 Baynton St

ROMSEY LIBRARY 5429 3086 98 Main St

WOODEND LIBRARY 5427 2074 Cnr High & Forest Sts

EVENTS RUNNING ALL HOLIDAYS LONG...

PLANK PLAY Castlemaine Library

MAGNA TILES Eaglehawk Library

NINTENDO SWITCH Kangaroo Flat Library

WII U Eaglehawk Library

DIY MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

PVC SAXOPHONECreate your own fabulous and useable saxophone from PVC plumbing pieces.

Ages 8-12 years.

$5 charge for materials to be paid on the day.

WED 10 JULY, 2-3PM Kyneton Library

THU 11 JULY, 11.30AM-12.30PMWoodend Library

MARACAS & SHAKERSAlpacas are not the only ones who love maracas. Create and decorate your own maracas or shakers and prepare to shake your sillies out!

Ages 4-8 years.

WED 10 JULY, 10.30-11.30AM Kyneton Library

THU 11 JULY, 10-11AMWoodend Library

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