Summer 2022-23: What's on at the Libraries

What’s on at the Libraries SUMMER 2022-23

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY The City of Ballarat acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we live, work, learn and play on. Within our Council boundaries, the Wadawurrung People are the Traditional Owners south of the Great Dividing Range and to the north the Dja Dja Wurrung People are the Traditional Owners. We recognise their continuing connection to the land and waterways. We pay our respects to their respective Elders past, present and emerging and extend this to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.

The City of Ballarat Libraries also acknowledges and respects the rich history of tens of thousands of years of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and storytelling.

We commit to providing culturally safe public spaces and services in the City of Ballarat Libraries for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and we recognise and understand our responsibility in relation to the sensitivity and significance of some of our collection materials.

CONTENTS PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

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BALLARAT LIBRARY AT TOWN HALL

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SPECIAL EVENTS

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ADULT PROGRAMS

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YOUNG PEOPLE

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BIG SUMMER READ

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SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

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KIDS AND FAMILIES

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TECHNOLOGY HUB

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KEY Target Audience Time and Date Location

EMAIL NEWSLETTERS Keep up-to-date with events, programs and service announcements with our online newsletters.

COMING UP What’s on at the Ballarat Libraries OFF THE SHELF Books, reading recommendations, programs and events Scan the QR code or sign up online: eepurl.com/dMfZj2

BOOKINGS Bookings are essential wherever you see this symbol Online Follow Ballarat Libraries on Humanitix to be notified of new events and programs as soon as tickets go live.

Visit Ballarat Libraries on Humanitix: events.humanitix. com/tours/ballarat-libraries Scan the QR code to visit Ballarat Libraries on Humanitix In person go to your local library, and staff will book on your behalf

By Phone Ballarat Library 03 5338 6850 Sebastopol Library 03 5335 7985 Wendouree Library 03 5339 3505

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PUBLIC HOLIDAYS FESTIVE SEASON OPENING HOURS BALLARAT LIBRARY AT TOWN HALL Saturday 24 December 10am–4pm Sunday 25 December CLOSED Monday 26 December CLOSED Tuesday 27 December CLOSED Wednesday 28 December CLOSED Thursday 29 December CLOSED Friday 30 December CLOSED Saturday 31 December CLOSED Sunday 1 January CLOSED Monday 2 January CLOSED Tuesday 3 January 9am–5pm

WENDOUREE LIBRARY Saturday 24 December 9.30am–12pm Sunday 25 December CLOSED Monday 26 December CLOSED Tuesday 27 December CLOSED Wednesday 28 December CLOSED Thursday 29 December CLOSED Friday 30 December CLOSED Saturday 31 December CLOSED Sunday 1 January CLOSED Monday 2 January CLOSED Tuesday 3 January 9.30am–5pm

SEBASTOPOL LIBRARY Saturday 24 December 9.30am–12pm Sunday 25 December CLOSED Monday 26 December CLOSED Tuesday 27 December CLOSED Wednesday 28 December 9.30am–5pm Thursday 29 December 9.30am–5pm Friday 30 December 9.30am–5pm Saturday 31 December 9.30am–12pm Sunday 1 January CLOSED Monday 2 January CLOSED Tuesday 3 January 9.30am–5pm

LIBRARY OUTREACH SERVICE The Library Outreach Service will close from Saturday 24 December and will recommence on Tuesday 10 January 2023.

Online services will be available during this time, including the library’s downloadable collection.

Visit the library website: centralhighlandslibraries.org.au

JANUARY 26 PUBLIC HOLIDAY All City of Ballarat Libraries and the Library Outreach will close on Thursday 26 January for the public holiday.

Online services will be available during this time, including the library’s downloadable collection.

Visit the library website: centralhighlandslibraries.org.au

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Ballarat Library at Town Hall is now open, offering the library services you love right in the heart of town.

Browse the collection, collect holds, access public computers, attend a technology or children’s program and more.

You will find us next to the Visitor Information Centre on the ground floor. Entry is via Bath Lane. Returns can be made during opening hours.

OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 9am–5pm Saturday 10am–4pm Sunday 1–4pm Ballarat Town Hall 225 Sturt Street, Ballarat

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SPECIAL EVENTS

POETRY IN THE PARK Join us as we meet beneath the trees in the beautiful botanical gardens to listen to Ballarat poet Megan Riedl read a selection of her original poems - and a few of her favourites too.

Megan will be joined by local band The Winter Berries for a delightful afternoon of entertainment for all ages.

BYO Picnic and blanket/chairs.

Sunday 5 February 3–4pm Ballarat Botanical Gardens Bookings required

BE BOOKISH Kickstart your reading in 2023 with Be Bookish, a reading challenge that’s all about easy, actionable habits.

Follow us for inspiration and suggestions, and see how other people are completing their prompts in the Reading Widely Ballarat Facebook group.

February 2023 Join the Be Bookish challenge on Beanstack to track your progress.

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SPECIAL EVENTS SURVIVAL DAY DAWN CEREMONY

REMEMBERING THE NATIONAL APOLOGY DAY IN BALLARAT

The Koorie Engagement Action Group (KEAG) invites you to join us for Ballarat’s Survival Day Dawn Ceremony.

On February 13 in 2008, Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, made a formal apology to Australia’s Stolen Generations, those Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who had been removed as children from their families and their culture.

Come together and stand in solidarity to peacefully reflect on those who have gone before us.

Limited seating available.

Follow KEAG Ballarat for updates. @KEAGBallarat Thursday 26 January 5.30–6.30am View Point Lake Wendouree (opposite Lake View Hotel)

The City of Ballarat is taking a moment to remember the National Apology, and the effect it had on the Stolen Generations.

Follow KEAG Ballarat on Facebook for more details closer to the date. @KEAGBallarat Monday 13 February

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ADULT PROGRAMS CHATTY CAFÉ

MOVIE SCREENINGS

Looking for an activity to get out of the house that’s relaxed and fun? Come along to the Chatty Café at the Wendouree and Sebastopol Libraries on Thursday afternoons.

Join our free movie screenings featuring classic cinema, indie films and documentaries. Stay on afterwards for a cuppa and chat with other movie buffs.

Brighten your day with a chat and cuppa. Bookings not required.

Every Thursday 2–3pm Wendouree Library Every Thursday 6–7pm Sebastopol Library

FIRST FRIDAY BOOK CHAT Want to discuss your latest reading adventures? Meet other readers? Get some reading inspiration?

Join us at Sebastopol Library on the first Friday of the month for an opportunity to talk about reading, connect with other readers, and have a cuppa and chat.

Friday 2 December Friday 6 January Friday 3 February 10.30am Sebastopol Library Bookings required

THE 100-YEAR-OLD MAN WHO CLIMBED OUT OF THE WINDOW AND DISAPPEARED (M) Based on the internationally bestselling novel by Jonas Jonasson.

On his 100th birthday, Allan Karlsson decides to escape from his nursing home and climb out of the window in his slippers.

Thursday 1 December 1–3pm Sebastopol Library Bookings required DIAL M FOR MURDER (PG) Alfred Hitchcock’s classic thriller starring Ray Milland and Grace Kelly. An ex-tennis pro schemes to get his hands on his wealthy wife’s inheritance.

Thursday 5 January 1–3pm Sebastopol Library Bookings required THE MOTORCYCLE DIARIES (M) In 1952, two young Argentines, set out on a road trip to discover the real Latin America.

Thursday 2 February 1–3pm

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Sebastopol Library Bookings required

ADULT PROGRAMS BE CREATIVE Be Creative with other crafters.

Bring along something you’re working on and meet new people at this casual catch up.

Thursday 8 December Thursday 12 January Thursday 9 February 1–3pm Sebastopol Library

FAMILY HISTORY DROP-IN SESSIONS Are you starting your family history research or have you hit a wall with your research? The Ballarat and District Genealogical Society (B&DGS) provides support and workshops to help.

Thursday 15 December Thursday 19 January Thursday 23 February 1–3pm Sebastopol Library

BALLARAT SQRIBBLERS SUMMER SESSIONS

PUZZLES, GAMES AND ZENTANGLES Unwind and connect at the library. Try something new and have fun exploring board games or solving a puzzle with others.

We’ll provide the tea, coffee, biscuits, and games, so you just need to bring yourself.

Feel free to bring along your favourite game to share.

Thursday 15 December Thursday 19 January Thursday 16 February 1–3pm Sebastopol Library

Ballarat sQribblers is an LGBTQIA+ writers group which aims to be an inclusive space to create regardless of perceived “skills.” Running every three weeks, the group partakes in a variety of writing activities or challenges while embracing everyone with support.

There’s no pressure to attend every meeting, and the group loves a surprise guest!

For more information, follow their Facebook page: Wrainbow writers - Ballarat sQribblers.

No need to book, just come along!

Thursday 15 December Thursday 12 January Thursday 9 February 5.30–7.30pm Sebastopol Library 9

YOUNG PEOPLE

BEYOND THE BOOK

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS

Do you love to talk about books?

Join us on the second Wednesday of each month for Beyond the Book - Tween Book Club.

Ever wanted to try Dungeons and Dragons or learn how to run a game and become a Dungeon Master? Perhaps you’re an experienced player looking for a group or a regular game? Join us for D&D at the library.

Each month we read the same set book and chat about it, as well as other books, movies or TV shows.

Ages 10-14 Wednesday 14 December Wednesday 8 February 4–4.45pm Sebastopol Library

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Ages 14-18 Thursday 15 December Thursday 9 February 4–6pm Sebastopol Library

BIG SUMMER READ JOIN THE BIG SUMMER READ

PRIZES TO WIN

The BIG Summer Read helps to sustain your child’s literacy level during the Summer school break with a reading challenge and activities.

State Prizes: Three winners will be drawn randomly from participants across Victoria who complete the challenge on Beanstack only.

Read and log 10 books to complete the challenge and go into the draw to win.

Want more? Complete the fun activities for each character!

Thursday 1 December 2022 – Tuesday 31 January 2023 HOW TO PARTICIPATE The BIG Summer Read is open to children aged 0-18 years of age.

Participants can register and log their reading via the Beanstack website plv.beanstack.org, choosing Ballarat Libraries as your primary library. Alternatively, download the Beanstack Tracker app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

Want to participate offline? Paper reading logs are available from in-branch and are eligible for entry into the local prize pool only.

Terms and conditions can be found at plv.org.au/projects/big-summerread. The prize pool consists of: 0-8 years: $250 Readings gift voucher 9-12 years: $250 Readings gift voucher 13-18 years: $500 Readings gift voucher Local Prize: One local winner will be drawn at random from participants who complete the challenge with a paper entry.

The winner will receive selected books to the value of $100.00 from Collins Booksellers.

Terms and conditions can be found on the library website.

Beanstack entries are not eligible for the local prize draw.

Paper entries are not eligible for the state-wide prize draw listed above.

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SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Bookings open on Monday 19 December, 2022.

ANIMAL MASK MAKING

SUN PRINTS

Come along and fold a geometric animal mask to wear and take home.

Harness the power of the sun to create amazing shadow prints!

There is a level of difficulty for these 3D masks that require patience.

Ages 8+ Tuesday 17 January 10–11.30am Library Outreach Lucas Bookings required JUNIOR EXPLORERS If you love animals, nature and the great outdoors, this program is for you! Learn about the different environments around Ballarat with a free pack to investigate and explore with.

Ages 5-12 Tuesday 10 January 10.30–11.30am Library Outreach Lucas Bookings required Thursday 12 January 10.30–11.30am Library Outreach Eureka Bookings required

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Bring along your own collection of flowers, leaves, grasses and other natural items to make unique designs.

Please wear clothes that are OK to get messy.

Ages 8-13 Monday 9 January 11.30am–12.30pm Wendouree Library Bookings required Monday 16 January 11.30am–12.30pm Sebastopol Library Bookings required

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Bookings open on Monday 19 December, 2022.

YOUNG EINSTEINS

PIRATE ESCAPE ROOM

A fun filled session of discovery where junior scientists can explore scientific concepts using a range of materials and equipment.

Can you escape Libraro Island?

Ages 5-8 Friday 13 January 10.30–11.30am Wendouree Neighbourhood Centre 12/14 Violet Grove, Wendouree Bookings required

Decipher codes, uncover clues, solve the riddles and find the pirate’s treasure.

Ages 7-13 Wednesday 11 January 5–6.30pm Sebastopol Library Bookings required Tuesday 17 January 5–6.30pm Wendouree Library Bookings required

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SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Bookings open on Monday 19 December, 2022.

WILD ACTION ZOO Australia certainly has some very unique, weird and wonderful creatures!

In this one-hour interactive workshop you will be introduced to the amazing world of Australian animals! You might meet a freshwater turtle, python, potoroo, bettong or flying fox.

Learn about where they live, what they eat, what they hunt or who hunts them.

Bookings are essential and required for children but not accompanying adult.

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Ages 5-13 Friday 20 January 10–11am Wendouree Library Bookings required Friday 20 January 12.30–1.30pm and 2–3pm Sebastopol Library Bookings required

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Bookings open on Monday 19 December, 2022.

TECHNOFUN

CALL OF CTHULHU @ THE LIBRARY

Come along to explore all types of cool tech in a whole day event, where participants will experience a variety of technology-based activities.

Based on the works of H.P. Lovecraft, Call of Cthulhu is the world’s second most popular roleplaying game.

Please bring your own snacks and lunch (no nuts please).

Parents are asked to remain with children as this is a co-learning event.

Ages 7-14 Thursday 19 January 9.30am–2.30pm Ballarat Tech School Level 1, 136 Albert St Ballarat Central Bookings required VR REALITY @ OUTREACH Come along to explore some of our awesome tech gear.

Join us for a 2-hour introduction to the horror/thriller-based game, where players take on the roles of investigators and challenge the unknown to protect the world from ‘things that should not be’.

Ages 15-18 Tuesday 10 January 3–5pm Sebastopol Library Bookings required Wednesday 18 January 3–5pm Wendouree Library Bookings required

Each session will offer you a range of experiences and may include playing games, travelling the World using Oculus VR headsets or coding using Sphero balls.

Ages 13+ Thursday 12 January Thursday 19 January 3–4pm Library Outreach Buninyong Bookings required

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KIDS AND FAMILIES

All sessions run through school terms.

BABY BOUNCE

WRIGGLE AND RHYME

A gentle session of song, music, rhyme and storytelling for babies.

A fun-filled session of stories, songs, rhythm and movement.

Babies

Toddlers

Every Monday 10.30am Sebastopol Library

Every Tuesday 10.30am

Every Tuesday 2pm Wendouree Library Every Thursday 2pm Ballarat Library at Town Hall

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Ballarat Library at Town Hall Every Wednesday 10.30am Sebastopol Library Every Wednesday 2pm Ballarat Library at Town Hall

KIDS AND FAMILIES

All sessions run through school terms.

LIBRARY OUTREACH STORYTIMES Family Storytime is an opportunity for your child to discover the world of books and develop a love of reading, while connecting with other families in your community.

LITTLE LANGUAGES Where will we travel to this week?

Open your magical suitcase, and travel to a different country and culture each session, learning and sharing through story, song, and dance.

This family-based storytime celebrates inclusion and diversity in a fun and accessible way.

Preschoolers Every Friday 10.30am Wendouree Library

All ages Every Tuesday 10.30am Lucas Community Hub, Lucas Every Thursday 10.30am Eureka Centre, Ballarat East Every Friday 10.30am Salvation Army, Cnr Warrina Drive and Greenhalghs Rd Delacombe

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TECHNOLOGY HUB

TECHNOLOGY Q&A Book a 30 minute session to ask any of the trickier questions about your tablet, smartphone or internet.

Please bring your device & chargers, relevant passwords/ passcodes and email address.

Bookings essential

Session times vary – contact your local library to book in.

Every Monday Wendouree Library Every Monday Every Tuesday Sebastopol Library Every Tuesday Every Wednesday Ballarat Library at Town Hall

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TECHNOLOGY HUB DIGITAL FORMS AND SERVICES ASSISTANCE Book in for a 45-minute session and get assistance with completing online forms and applications.

Bookings are required for all sessions.

Session times vary – contact your local library to book in.

Every Tuesday Every Wednesday Ballarat Library at Town Hall Every Friday Sebastopol Library

MY DIGITAL LIBRARY Explore Ballarat Libraries digital collections & eServices so you can access the library anywhere from your smartphone or device.

Bookings are required for all sessions.

Wednesday 7 December 2pm

ICLUB An informal club for Apple users to learn more about the features and functions of the iPad. Bring your iPad and learn all about it’s functions and features in a free, fun group session for all. Afternoon tea provided. No booking required.

Thursday 15 December 1.30-2.30pm Ballarat Library at Town Hall Thursday 16 February 1.30-2.30pm Ballarat Library at Town Hall

Ballarat Library at Town Hall Wednesday 8 February 2pm Sebastopol Library Wednesday 15 February 2pm Wendouree Library 19

BALLARAT LIBRARIES centralhighlandslibraries.org.au ballaratlibraries@ballarat.vic.gov.au

@ballaratlibraries @ballaratlibraries

BALLARAT LIBRARY AT TOWN HALL 5338 6850 225 Sturt Street, Ballarat

SEBASTOPOL LIBRARY 5335 7985 181 Albert Street, Sebastopol

WENDOUREE LIBRARY 5339 3505 Stockland Wendouree Shopping Centre

LIBRARY OUTREACH LUCAS Lucas Community Hub Coltman Plaza Tuesdays, 10am–12pm

BUNINYONG Buninyong Community House, 407 Warrenheip St Thursdays, 2–5pm

DELACOMBE Salvation Army Cnr Greenhalghs Road & Warrina Drive Fridays, 10am–12pm

BALLARAT LIBRARY AT 178 DOVETON STREET Closed for redevelopment until late 2023.