SchoolHoliday

Program

Tuesday 6 April - Sunday 18 April 2021

YARRA LIBRARIES

For bookings visit: www. yarralibraries.vic.gov.au or call: 1300 695 427

Build It! Wobbly Houses WoodworkingCome join Anatoli from Craft Power as we build our own wonky wobbly colourful houses and light them up with LED’s. All materials and tools provided in this hands-on build-a-thon of wood working. Ages 9-12

Claire Hooper Book LaunchFrom the hilarious, much-loved writer and Melbourne comedian Claire Hooper comes a new picture book - Princess Benjamina Has a Very Cheeky Bum! A delightful tale about self-con�dence, friendship and acceptance. Join Claire and illustrator Jackie Nguyen for a special storytime and activities to celebrate the launch of this feel-good story. Copies of the book will be available to purchase on the day. All Ages

Inescapable! Educational Escape RoomDo you love mystery stories and solving puzzles? Join Rob from La Trobe University and Escape Room Education for an immersive tabletop escape room experience! Ages 7-12

Learn Creative Writing Online with author George Ivanoff!George Ivanoff, author of Survival Guides, the You Choose series and the Gamers trilogy will present an action packed session for all kids wanting to get into writing their own books. Ages 8+ Online via Zoom

Larry Leadbeater Storytime with Jo WatsonJoin us for a special storytime with Jo Watson, the author and illustrator of Larry Leadbeater, a new picture book about Victoria’s state animal emblem. Larry is a tiny fairy possum with a tremendous problem. He’s on a mission to �nd a home that’s just right for him. Can he do it? Come along to �nd out! All Ages

Make Your Own DreamcatcherA creative afternoon where you can make your own dream-catcher to take home! All materials provided. Ages 5+

Mini Zines & Comics!Join Tegan and Erin for this hands on workshop, where you'll learn zine techniques to make your very own mini-comic to take home! Ages 7-12

Movie Screening: The Secret Garden (PG)Join us for a screening of The Secret Garden (PG). This is the latest adaptation from the beloved book by Frances Hodgson Burnett and stars Colin Firth and Julie Walters. Ages 7+

Online Story Time: The Lost MoustacheTune into this video any time over the holidays! When Frankie �nds a moustache, she is completely baf�ed. Frankie launches an investigation, determine to return the moustache to its rightful owner. Join author Vikki Conley as she reads her engaging and delightfully quirky story. Ages 3+

The Super Silly Magic Show!Roll up to a hilarious magic show with Steve the Magician at the Collingwood Town Hall Ballroom! Share loads of laughs and tons of fun, the magic happens right in the hands of kids. There’ll be big smiles, great memories, and a massive boost to everyone’s self-esteem. Ages 4+At the Collingwood Town Hall Ballroom.

SpeedcubingHave you always wanted to solve a Rubik's Cube but thought it was too hard? Well, it’s actually not that hard and Kerrie and Myles Jarman are here to show you the steps you need to learn! Once you master these simple techniques you will be able to solve the puzzle every single time. Participants will each receive a 3x3x3 speedcube. Ages 7-16

Bargoonga Nganjin Carlton Library Collingwood Library Richmond LibraryFitzroy Library

Build It! Wobbly Houses Woodworking10am-12pmAges 9-12Bookings essential

Mini Zines & Comics!2.30pm-4.30pmAges 7-12Bookings essential

Inescapable! Educational Escape Room2.30pm-4.30pmAges 7-12Bookings essential

SUN 11

MON 5

SAT 10

YARRA LIBRARIES

Larry Leadbeater Storytime with Jo Watson11am-11.30amAll AgesBookings essential

Speedcubing3pm-4.30pmAges 7-16Bookings essential

Make Your Own Dreamcatcher2pm-3pmAges 5+Bookings essential

Speedcubing3pm-4.30pmAll AgesBookings essential

Movie Screening: The Secret Garden (PG)3pm-5pmAges 7+Bookings essential

Claire Hooper Book Launch: Princess Benjamina Has a Very Cheeky Bum!2.30pm-3.30pmAll AgesBookings essential

Online Storytime: The Lost MoustacheAges 3+

Online via our websiteTune in anytime over the School Holidays!

Tues 6 April

Wed 7 April

Thur 8 April

Fri 9 April

Mon 12 April

Tues 13 April

Wed 14 April

Thur 15 April

Fri 16 April

Sun 18 April

SAT 17

Learn Creative Writing with author George Ivanoff!2pm-3pmAges 8+

Online via Zoom • Bookings essential

EASTER MONDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY - ALL BRANCHES CLOSED

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

For bookings visit: www. yarralibraries.vic.gov.au or call: 1300 695 427

More event info on the back page!

The Super Silly Magic Show!11am-12pmAges 4+At the Collingwood Town Hall Ballroom (Doors 10.30)Bookings essential