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

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‍The Reluctant Deckhand Author Talk – East Gippsland Winter Festival

Join us for this inspiring event with author Lorraine and skipper Commodore!

Persist, even when the odds are against you. That's the motto of Lorraine de Kleuver's new book. The Reluctant Deckhand is a true story based on the author's experiences sailing with her husband. From gradually overcoming her fears and seasickness to gaining more confidence in assisting Commodore through the harsher elements, these sea tales are eye-opening.

We will be in conversation with both Lorraine and Co asking many questions about their time at sea as well as discuss ‘The Reluctant Deckhand’ and the motivations behind writing the story.

Light refreshments kindly provided by our Friends of the Paynesville Library on the night.

Paynesville Service Centre

Thursday 10 July

6.30 pm – 7.30 pm

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Lakes Entrance – East Gippsland Winter Festival Movie Screening

Join us to celebrate the East Gippsland Winter Festival with a movie screening!

Experience a free movie screening in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Enjoy light refreshments and the opportunity to connect over shared cinematic experiences.

For specific film information, please ask library staff.

Lakes Entrance Service Centre

Monday 7 July

6.00pm - 8.00pm
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Discover the Upside of Ageing – Presented by Live Up

Learn more about Live Up and their mission to help older people stay independent through healthy ageing.

Live Up is an online initiative designed to make healthy ageing information free and accessible for all. Working with leading healthy ageing experts, they’re helping older people take charge of their ageing journey. We will be joined by Live Up’s Community Engagement professional, John, who will be providing information on Live Up’s resources and how you can access their services. This session is part of the our Positive Ageing Education Series.

Bairnsdale Library

Friday 4 July

2.00 pm – 4.00 pm

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June Monthly Movie Screening‍

Experience a free movie screening in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Enjoy light refreshments and the opportunity to connect over shared cinematic experiences. For specific film information, ask in library

Mallacoota Service Centre

Friday 27 June

2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Using Library Resources – Tech Savvy Workshop

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Interested in learning more about technology? Want to understand how the Library website works?

Be Connected is an excellent resource for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and gain confidence when it comes to using technology. With free courses on just about any subject, this workshop will take you through what the website has to offer. We will also show you some of the free Library resources available on our own website as well as how to use our online catalogue.

Bairnsdale Library

Thursday 3 July

1.00 pm - 3.30 pm

Lakes Entrance Service Centre

Thursday 17 July

9.30 am - 12.00 pm

Mallacoota Service Centre

Wednesday 23 July

2.00 pm - 4.30 pm

Omeo Service Centre

Monday 21 July

9.30 am - 12.00 pm

Orbost Service Centre

Thursday 10 July

2.00 pm - 4.30 pm

Paynesville Service Centre

Thursday 10 July

9.30 am - 12.00 pm

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July Monthly Movie Screening

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Join us for a free screening of a wide selection of films.

Experience a free movie screening in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Enjoy light refreshments and the opportunity to connect over shared cinematic experiences. For specific film information, ask in library.

Bairnsdale Library

Monday 7 July

2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Thursday 10 July

2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Lakes Entrance Service Centre

Thursday 24 July

10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2.15 pm - 4.15 pm

Mallacoota Service Centre

Friday 25 July

2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Omeo Service Centre

Tuesday 1 July

2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Orbost Service Centre

Tuesday 8 July

2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Paynesville Service Centre

Friday 18 July

10.00 am - 12.00 pm

2.00 pm - 4.00 pm

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Podcasts and Streaming Online – Tech Savvy Workshop

Interested in podcasts and streaming services? Wondering what they are and how they work? Then this workshop is for you!
Learn how podcasts and streaming services work, where to find them and what apps work best when listening to podcasts and watching movies or tv shows. Even gain a few tips on how to start your own podcast.

Bairnsdale Library

Monday 21 July

1.00 pm - 3.30 pm

Lakes Entrance Service Centre

Thursday 17 July

2.00 pm - 4.30 pm

Omeo Service Centre

Monday 14 July

9.30 am - 12.00 pm

Orbost Service Centre

Thursday 17 July

2.00 pm - 4.30 pm

Paynesville Service Centre

Thursday 10 July

2.00 pm - 4.30 pm

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Mindful Moments – Art Workshop for Parents and Carers

Join us for a relaxing and creative afternoon!

Discover the calming power of art through our Mindfulness Art Workshop for Parents & Carers.

This session will focus on creating mindfulness art using simple materials like paper and pens/markers that you can easily find at home.

Mindful art is a great way to calm the mind and enhance mental wellbeing.

Take a break from your daily routine and join us to create something beautiful while also nurturing your mental wellbeing.

Guided activities with easy-to-follow instructions.

No experience needed – all skill levels welcome.

Materials provided.

Bairnsdale Library

1.00 pm - 3.00 pm

Runs Wednesday weekly, except school holidays.

*HACC PYP supports Victorians from birth to 65 years to actively participate in their community.

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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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LEGO Mindstorms – Mallacoota

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Want to build and program a working robot model?

Children will work ingroups of three to build and program a LEGO Mindstorms EV3 robot to complete fun challenges. Learn and practice simple coding skills over four weeks and watch your robot follow your every command. Participants must commit to all four weeks when booking.  

Mallacoota Service Centre, 3.30 pm - 4.45 pm

Wednesday 2 July

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Chemical Reactions with STEM Zone

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Head into your local library for some STEM fun! 

STEM Zone will be joining us this school holidays to teach kids about chemical reactions. In this fun hands-on experience, children will complete a range of different types of chemical reactions that show a range of results including a change in colour, production of a gas or even sound! Along with some dynamic demonstrations the children are sure to be amazed by the world of chemistry.

Bairnsdale Library

Monday 7 July

10.00 am – 11.00 am

Lakes Entrance Service Centre

Tuesday 8 July

10.00 am – 11.00 pm

Mallacoota Service Centre

Thursday 10 July

3.00 pm – 4.00 pm

Orbost Service Centre

Wednesday 9 July

10.00 am – 11.00 am

Omeo Service Centre

Tuesday 8 July

2.30 pm – 3.30 pm

Paynesville Service Centre

Monday 7 July

1.00 pm – 2.00 pm

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July School Holiday Activity – Owl Weaving and Foam Animal Mosaics

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Come ready to listen to stories, play games, win prizes and weave your own owl and create a foam animal mosaic!

Bairnsdale Library

Thursday 17 July

2.00 pm – 3.30 pm

Lakes Entrance Service Centre

Tuesday 15 July

2.00 pm – 3.30 pm

Mallacoota Service Centre

Wednesday 16 July

2.00 pm – 3.30 pm

Orbost Service Centre

Friday 18 July

2.30 pm – 4.00 pm

Omeo Service Centre

Wednesday 16 July

2.00 pm – 3.30 pm

Paynesville Service Centre

Thursday 17 July

2.00 pm – 3.30 pm

July School Holiday Children’s Movie

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Looking for something fun to do these school holidays? Come into the library for a free family-friendly movie screening. Parents/carers are required to accompany their children. For specific film information, ask in library.

Bairnsdale Library

Monday 14 July

2.00 pm – 4.00 pm

Lakes Entrance Service Centre

Friday 11 July

2.30 pm – 4.30 pm

Mallacoota Service Centre

Wednesday 9 July

2.00 pm – 4.00 pm

Orbost Service Centre

Friday 11 July

2.00 pm – 4.00 pm

Omeo Service Centre

Thursday 17 July

2.00 pm – 4.00 pm

Paynesville Service Centre

Friday 11 July

2.00 pm – 4.00 pm

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Video Games and Board Games

Get your game on!

Join us for fun with the Nintendo Switch/Xbox and board games! Enjoy free game time for kids ages 5–12. Parentsare encouraged to stay with younger children. This is not a supervised event.

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Omeo Service Centre

X-Box Available

Monday - Friday during school holidays

9.00 am - 5.00 pm 
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Bairnsdale Library

Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturdayduring school holidays

9.00 am – 5.30 pm

Lakes Entrance Service Centre

Monday - Friday during school holidays

9.00 am – 5.00 pm

Paynesville Service Centre

Monday - Friday during school holidays

9.00 am – 5.00 pm

Orbost Service Centre

Monday - Friday during school holidays

9.00 am – 5.00 pm

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