The Spring School Holidays are just around the corner, and we’ve got a fantastic lineup of free, fun, and creative activities for kids at Indigo Shire Libraries! From coding with Bee-Bots to crafting with cardboard and discovering amazing graphic novels, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Check out what’s on below and book your spot before they fill up!

Bee-Bot Robots 🐝🤖

For ages 5-8

Get hands-on with programmable Bee-Bot Robots and explore the basics of coding! Program your robot to follow instructions and navigate through mazes that you design.

Chiltern Library: Monday, September 23, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Yackandandah Library: Thursday, October 3, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

🎟️ Free, bookings essential

Graphic Novels are Great 📚🎨

For ages 6-12

We’re thrilled to introduce 100 new graphic novels! Join us for a celebration of stories, crafts, and creativity based on your favourite characters and new titles.

Yackandandah Library: Monday, September 23, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Beechworth Library: Wednesday, September 25, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Chiltern Library: Wednesday, October 2, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Rutherglen Library: Thursday, October 3, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

🎟️ Free, bookings essential

Cardboard Constructions � ️📦

For ages 5-12

Turn everyday cardboard into extraordinary creations! Build anything from rocket ships to superheroes with your imagination and determination.

Rutherglen Library: Wednesday, September 25, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Beechworth Library: Monday, September 30, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

🎟️ Free, bookings essential

Paint a Pot 🎨🌸

For ages 5-12

Get creative and paint your very own terracotta pot! Whether for planting flowers or storing treasures, this is a fun way to express yourself. Wear old clothes, it might get messy!

Tangambalanga St. Mark’s Hall: Thursday, September 26, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

🎟️ Free, bookings essential

Spaces are limited for all sessions, so make sure to book early to secure your spot!

📅 For full event details and to book your place, visit:

👉 www.indigoshire.vic.gov.au/libraries

We can’t wait to see you and your family at one of our holiday events! If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at Indigo Shire Libraries.

Warm regards,

The Indigo Shire Libraries Team

Dear Families

The Liverpool Football Club International Academy program is returning to Galen for 2024 with our term 3-holiday program from the 2nd of October to the 4th of October!

Our after-school term 4 programs will also begin on the Wednesday 9th October, and will run for 10 weeks. If you have children aged 6 - 14, or know of anyone interested in registering their child for the upcoming holiday program, please register using the link below:https://lfcacademy.com.au/vic/galen-catholic-college-school-holiday-clinics/Use the link below to register your interest for the term 4 clinic:

https://lfa-nsw-au-1086.app.digistorm.com/forms/expression-of-interest-galen-college

If you have any enquiries, please email Raff at raffaele.molinaro@galen.vic.edu.au

Kind regards, Raff Molinaro

ART NEWS

Jodie Cuskelly