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Mount Gambier holiday program jam packed with a variety of activities for all ages

From cooking to virtual reality, from movie screenings to craft, the Mount Gambier Library and Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre have put together a jam packed school holiday program to keep young people of all ages entertained during their time away from the classroom. Check out the July program below or online.

SATURDAY 9 JULY MINIATURES MEMORIES 10.30am-12:30pm @ The Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre

Drawing inspiration from the exhibition Take me with you, this is an exciting opportunity to join Melbourne based artists Isobel Knowles and Van Sowerwine as they help you to build and photograph a miniature room. Bookings essential. (AGES 7+ - $15)

SATURDAY 9 JULY ENTER A MINIATURE WORLD VR STOP MOTION 2pm-5pm @ The Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre

Join Melbourne based artists Isobel Knowles and Van Sowerwine to recreate your own miniature 360 set and then use a 360 camera to

St Martin’s Lutheran Church

Friday Worship H/C | 6.30pm

GIFT (Generations in faith together) At St Martins Lutheran College Chapel (St Martins Drive)

Sunday Worship H/C | 10.30am

At 17 Edward Street

Mitch Kitson Pastor Office: 8725 3216

Christian Bookshop Open Mondays 10am – 2pm Sunday before and after services create a looping stop-motion animation. For more information please see our website theriddoch. com.au (AGES 12+ - $25)

SATURDAY 9 JULY - SUNDAY 24 JULY: DIY FELT FACES

During opening hours @ The Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre Using our current exhibition The Portrait Project as inspiration, use our pre-cut felt bits and pieces to create a face artwork. A selfsufficient activity for children to complete with their family. Bookings not required. (AGES 3+ - FREE)

MONDAY 11 JULY SWEET TREATS 10:30am @ Mount Gambier Library

Learn how to make a no bake sweet treat to pack in your lunch box. BYO take home container. Bookings essential. (UNDER 7 - FREE)

MONDAY 11 JULY: NEW RELEASE (G) RATED MOVIE & MILO 2.30pm @ Mount Gambier Library

Come and get cosy with a warm Milo while enjoying a G rated movie on the big screen. Drop-in session. Bookings not required. (FREE all ages)

TUESDAY 12 JULY SHADOW BOX PORTRAITS 10.30am-12pm @ The Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre

Using the current exhibition The Portrait Project as inspiration, we will use a photo, poscas and transparent paper to create a selfportrait. It can be realistic, funny or crazy. Then decorate the frame to complete your one-of-a-kind work of art. Bookings essential. (AGES 5+- GOLD COIN)

TUESDAY 12 JULY Understanding Circuitry with LittleBitsTM 2.30pm @ Mount Gambier Library

Making simple circuits with littleBitsTM. Drop-in session. Bookings not required. (AGES 7+ - FREE)

FREE Digital Hearing Aids for eligible pensioners & veterans*

In-the-ear hearing aids Behind-the-ear hearing aids

We are contracted by the Commonwealth Government to supply FREE hearing services to eligible pensioners and veterans.

FREE DIGITAL hearing aids are available including the new directional ‘OPEN fit’ models for better hearing in groups and noisier situations.

*conditions apply

LOCALS PROVIDING HEARING SERVICES FOR 19 YEARS

Ph: 8724 9976

WEDNESDAY 13 JULY Rainbow Dream Catchers 10.30am @ Mount Gambier Library

Make a dream catcher to hang above your bed and learn a little about Native American culture. Bookings essential. (AGES 7+ - FREE)

WEDNESDAY 13 JULY Library LockDOWN: Escape Room 2pm-5pm @ Mount Gambier Library

It’s a race against the clock as you and your mates work together to choose your adventure and ultimately crack the code! Group bookings of 2-6 people. Six group bookings available per session time. Allow an hour to escape. Bookings essential. (AGES 13+ - FREE)

THURSDAY 14 JULY Colourful Bubble Painting 10:30am @ Mount Gambier Library

Create a rainbow with this fun and different method of painting! Bookings essential. (UNDER 7 - FREE)

THURSDAY 14 JULY VIRTUAL REALITY EXPERIENCES 2.30-4:30pm @ The Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre

Join us for various VR experiences. Step into another world and visit the dinosaurs, or if you’re a thrill seeker hop on the roller coaster! Drop-in session. Bookings not required. (AGES 12+ - FREE)

THURSDAY 14 JULY Library After Dark: Movie Screening 6pm @ Mount Gambier Library

Relax in a bean bag while watching a new release M rated movie. Receive a can of soft drink and popcorn on arrival. BYO rug, cushion. (AGES 15+ - FREE)

FRIDAY 15 JULY: SLIME TIME! 10.30am @ Mount Gambier Library

Get ready for icky, gooey slime making. BYO take home container. Bookings essential. (AGES 7+ - FREE)

FRIDAY 15 JULY: SAND ART 2.30pm @ Mount Gambier Library

Creative sand art using colourful sand and pre glued templates to create fun artworks. A sensory activity where your child can focus on the process rather than the outcome. Bookings essential. (AGES 7+ - FREE)

MONDAY 18 JULY: I SPY BAGS 10.30am @ Mount Gambier Library

Children will seal rice and small trinkets inside a clear bag, creating their very own i-spy bag - ready to uncover and discover treasures again and again. Bookings essential. (UNDER7 - FREE)

MONDAY 18 JULY: NEW RELEASE (G) RATED MOVIE & MILO 2.30pm @ Mount Gambier Library

Come and get cosy with a warm Milo while enjoying a G rated movie on the big screen. Drop-in session. Bookings not required. (FREE all ages)

TUESDAY 19 JULY MOVIE SCREENING: SMALLFOOT 12pm @ The Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre

An animated adventure for all ages, Smallfoot turns the Bigfoot legend upside down when a bright young yeti finds something he thought didn’t exist—a human. News of this ‘smallfoot’ throws the simple yeti community into an uproar over what else might be out there in the big world beyond their snowy village. A rollicking story about friendship, courage and the joy of discovery. Bookings essential. (ALL AGES - GOLD COIN)

TUESDAY 19 JULY Hands on Science 2.30pm @ Mount Gambier Library

Get busy growing crystals and making bouncy bubbles. BYO take home container. Bookings essential. (AGES 7+ - FREE)

WEDNESDAY 20 JULY Healthy Vegetable Soup 10.30am @ Mount Gambier Library

Come along and learn to make vegetable soup. We will be chopping, stirring and smelling the goodness. BYO leak proof take home container. Bookings essential. (AGES 7+ - FREE)

WEDNESDAY 20 JULY Pysanka Ukrainian Eggs 2.30pm @ Mount Gambier Library

Young people are invited to this unique session. Share thoughts about Ukraine while we decorate eggs with a special wax melting tool using traditional folk designs. Bookings essential. (AGES 13+ - FREE)

THURSDAY 21 JULY Steamy Savoury Scrolls 10:.0am @ Mount Gambier Library

Learn how to make a super easy dough to bake yummy savoury scrolls. We will enjoy some together, and you can take some home to bake. Bookings essential. (UNDER 7 - FREE)

THURSDAY 21 JULY STUDIO SESSION: WINTER WONDERLAND 3.30-5pm @ The Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre

Join us for some shivering fun! Using the green screen we will visit the snow and go skiing, watch the snow falling and more! Drop-in session. Bookings not required. (AGES 12+ - FREE)

THURSDAY 21 JULY LGBTIQA+ Music Diary 5-6pm @ Mount Gambier Library

Come along after the library closes, to relax and share in a safe environment. Together we will listen to tunes and discuss lyrical meanings. You are welcome to bring in a song to share or just sit and listen in. Free coffee, hot chocolate and snacks provided. Bookings encouraged. (AGES 13+ - FREE)

FRIDAY 22 JULY: Bot Wars 10:.0am @ Mount Gambier Library

Using craft supplies and Sphero robots, we will be building and battling with our bots. BYO device to participate. Bookings essential. (AGES 13+ - FREE)

FRIDAY 22 JULY Library LockDOWN: Escape Room 2- 5pm @ Mount Gambier Library

It’s a race against the clock as you and your mates work together to choose your adventure and ultimately crack the code! Group bookings of 2-6 people. Six group bookings available per session time. Allow an hour to escape. Bookings essential. (AGES 13+ - FREE)