Phone 5152 4225 or book in person at the library for these free events.

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Calligraphy Workshop

Join us for an exciting morning learning the art of calligraphy.

Ever been interested in upping your handwriting level? Looking to learn more about the art of calligraphy? Then this workshop may just be for you!

Spend the morning practicing your calligraphy and learning how to turn your letters into works of art.

Bairnsdale Library, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Tuesday 10 December

December Monthly Movie – The Holdovers

Join us for a viewing of the film, The Holdovers!

A bad-tempered professor at a New England prep school is forced to remain on campus during Christmas break with no family or friends to visit. He finds himself in the company of a brainy but damaged troublemaker, and the school's head cook, a woman who just lost a son in the Vietnam War. This unlikely trio soon create a makeshift family as they bond over the Christmas holidays. Session times:

‍Orbost Service Centre, 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Tuesday 10 December

Bairnsdale Library, 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Thursday 12 December

Mallacoota Service Centre, 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Friday 13 December

Paynesville Service Centre, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Friday 13 December

Lakes Entrance Service Centre, 10.00 am - 12.00 pm and 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Thursday 19 December

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Home Energy Efficiency Kits – Drop in demonstration sessions

Struggling with high energy costs?

Exciting news: from December your local library will offer Home Energy Efficiency Kits for you to borrow—just like a book! Each kit comes with a handy instruction guide to help you unlock the secrets of energy savings. Join us for an engaging demonstration where you’ll learn how to use the energy efficiency kit and discover easy tips to slash your energy costs at home!

No need to book in advance - just drop in! Sessions will run for half an hour. Session times:

‍Mallacoota Service Centre, 2.30 pm - 3.00 pm

Wednesday 4 December

‍Lakes Entrance Service Centre, 10.00 am – 10.30 am

Friday 6 December

Paynesville Service Centre, 2.00 pm – 2.30 pm

Friday 6 December

Orbost Service Centre, 10.00 am – 10.30 am

Wednesday 4 December

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Adult Christmas Craft Session

Join us for this festive adult craft session!

We will be hosting fun Christmas craft sessions for adults across our branches this December.

If you enjoy unleashing your crafty side, come along and get festive with us! Crafting materials supplied. Session times: 

Lakes Entrance Service Centre, 2.00 pm - 3.30 pm

Thursday 5 December

Paynesville Service Centre, 2.00 pm - 3.30 pm

Thursday 5 December

Omeo Service Centre, 2.00 pm - 3.30 pm

Thursday 5 December

Mallacoota Service Centre, 2.00 pm - 3.30 pm

Friday 6 December

Bairnsdale Library, 2.00 pm - 3.30 pm

Tuesday 10 December

Orbost Service Centre, 2.00 pm - 3.30 pm

Wednesday 11 December

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Online Bookings and Travel Planning – Tech Savvy Workshop

Learn all about how to book your own holiday or purchase your own event tickets!

This workshop provides a full overview of the TryBooking website and how to book tickets for upcoming Library events. This session will also teach you how to research and book your own holidays around the world.

Content: Researching on the internet, making bookings, exploring event websites and purchasing tickets. Session times:

Bairnsdale Library, 1.00 pm – 3.30 pm

Thursday 5 December

Lakes Entrance Service Centre, 2.00 pm - 4.30 pm

Thursday 12 December

Paynesville Service Centre, 2.00 pm - 4.30 pm

Thursday 12 December

Mallacoota Service Centre, 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm

Wednesday 18 December

Omeo Service Centre, 9.30 am – 12.00 pm

Monday 9 December

Orbost Service Centre, 2.00 pm - 4.30 pm

Thursday 19 December

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Android Devices Intermediate – Tech Savvy Workshop

Join us for this intermediate workshop on Android Devices!

This is a continuance of the beginner’s course and may be unsuitable for novice users. The workshop provides slightly more advanced information on Android Phone and Tablet devices.

Content: types of internet connections, connecting to Wi-Fi, installing apps, removing apps, customising your device, device housekeeping and maintenance and exploring the settings.

The course is unsuitable for Apple or laptop users. Session times:

Bairnsdale Library, 1.00 pm – 3.30 pm

Monday 9 December

Lakes Entrance Service Centre, 9.30 am – 12.00 pm

Thursday 12 December

Orbost Service Centre, 2.00 pm - 4.30 pm

Thursday 12 December

Paynesville Service Centre, 9.30 am – 12.00 pm

Thursday 12 December

Omeo Service Centre, 9.30 am – 12.00 pm

Monday 16 December

Author Talk – Judy Walker – Heart of a Midwife

Join us for this inspiring event with author Judy Walker!

In 1979, newly qualified midwife Judy Baker embarked on a transformative journey to Malamulo Seventh-day Adventist Mission Hospital in Malawi. Her book is a compelling recount of her four-year mission that unfolds the rich tapestry of faith, dedication and profound human connection experienced in one of Africa’s most remote regions.

The narrative is woven with vivid stories of Judy’s daily encounters at the mission hospital, a place where medical practice intersects deeply with spiritual conviction. Each chapter is a testament to the miracles and challenges she witnessed, painting a vivid picture of life in a mission setting where every day brought new trials and triumphs.

Bairnsdale Library, 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm

Friday 13 December

Bairnsdale Library Book Club

Bairnsdale Library will be trialing a monthly Book Club for anyone interested in meeting new people and discussing a shared book.

To register your interest, visit the Bairnsdale Library or phone 5152 4225 for more information.

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Reading Circles - Adult Literacy Program

Do you want to get better at reading?

Come in, have a cuppa, learn how to use the library, and improve your reading.

Join us each Wednesday from 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm, Bairnsdale Library, Meeting Room 3. It’s free!

If you'd like to know more about this program, call us on 5152 4225 or visit Bairnsdale Library.

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After School Christmas Craft Session

Join us for some Christmas fun!

Get into the holiday spirit with our After School Christmas Craft session at the library! This fun, festive workshop is perfect for kids to express their creativity while making adorable Australian animal Christmas ornaments. Whether it's getting crafty or simply just listening to a Christmas story there’s something for everyone.

Bairnsdale Library, 4.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Tuesday 17 December

Lakes Entrance Service Centre, 3.45 pm - 4.45 pm

Tuesday 17 December

Orbost Service Centre, 3.45 pm - 4.45 pm

Tuesday 17 December

Paynesville Service Centre, 3.45 pm - 4.45 pm

Tuesday 17 December

Omeo Service Centre, 3.45 pm - 4.45 pm

Tuesday 17 December

Mallacoota Service Centre, 3.45 pm - 4.45 pm

Friday 20 December 

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‍‍Science Discovery Boxes available for loan

Are your little ones curious about the world? Do they want to know more about the night sky, or how sound travels? We’re excited to announce that library members can now borrow one of 17 different Science Discovery Boxes – themed, age appropriate science and nature kits.

There are three ranges available:

• Spark! Discovery Boxes are designed for ages 8-12. Boxes include The Human Body, Mini Beasts and even a proper telescope!
• Spark! Curiosity Discovery Boxes are designed for ages 5-7. Boxes include Metal Detector, Houdini, and Flight or Fall.
• Spark! Junior Discovery Boxes are designed for ages 3-5. Boxes include Magnetism, Measurement, and Light and Colour.

Each activity is carefully researched and comes with helpful notes to explain the activity. These boxes are designed to be used with adult supervision and participation – they’re a great family activity.

These kits are available at the Bairnsdale Library, however, you can place a reservation online, by phone or in person at the library and the kit (when available) will be sent to your local branch or mobile library for collection.

As we anticipate high demand for these boxes the loan period is four weeks, with a limit of one kit per family. Borrowers will be fully responsible for the boxes that they borrow. Loss or damage of items will incur a charge.

Science Discovery Boxes catalogue

For more information, phone 5152 4225

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Bairnsdale Library is open late on Thursday nights as a safe and warm place to hang out.

We offer a range of events to enjoy, or just come in and use the library resources or relax.

To find out about our upcoming activities, visit the Libraries After Dark page.

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Are you keen to start your own garden at home? Join our free seed library and start planting!

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The Seed Library is available at each of our libraries across the region, including Mobile Libraries and lets you cultivate food and plants at home, share seeds, and build your gardening knowledge. Together, we don’t just grow plants, we grow a community. Library members can borrow up to three seed packets at any one time to plant and grow in their home gardens.

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How does it work?

Borrow: Borrow up to three packets of seeds from your Library

Grow: Plant the seeds in your garden

Collect: Harvest seeds from your garden

Return: Return seeds to your nearest library to share with others.

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How to become a Seed Library member

Visit your nearest Library and speak to our friendly staff to begin borrowing. If you aren't yet a member of the library, join today.

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Interested in helping with the East Gippsland Seed Library?

We are seeking volunteers to assist with the packing of seeds for our Seed Library. Workshops are held monthly at the Bairnsdale Library.

If you enjoy gardening and/or working with seeds, this may be the perfect opportunity for you to meet with like-minded people and help the community continue to grow produce from their own homes.

Interested in volunteering? Phone 5152 4225