JULY - DECEMBER 2022
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult while in the library. Contact Us Phone Email Web TIS TTY
1300 135 668 library@kingston.vic.gov.au library.kingston.vic.gov.au 131 450 133 677
Library Locations Chelsea
1 Chelsea Road
Cheltenham
12 Stanley Ave
Clarinda
58 Viney St
Dingley Village
31C Marcus Rd
Highett
310 Highett Rd
Moorabbin
Shop 5, 1 Taylor St
Parkdale
96 Parkers Rd
Patterson Lakes
54 Thompson Road
Westall 35 Fairbank Rd Clayton South
For opening hours visit library.kingston.vic.gov.au All dates and time correct at time of printing. Changes may be made in line with Government regulations. Please check our website for updates.
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TINY TOTS RHYME TIME For babies & toddlers 0-24 months. Encourage a love of stories and reading with your baby at our Tiny Tots program. Enjoy an interactive 20 minute session full of songs, rhymes, books and finger play. Learn techniques to develop your child’s early literacy skills and discover the perfect books to choose for baby. Enjoy the company of other babies and parents and get to see our new books for and about babies and toddlers before anyone else. Where and When: Monday 10:30am Patterson Lakes
Wednesday 2:30pm Parkdale
Tuesday 10:30am Cheltenham & Chelsea
Thursday 10:30am Parkdale
Wednesday 9:30am Dingley
Friday 10:30am Westall
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME For preschool children 2-5 years. You and your child will love Storytime at the library! Enjoy a fun 30 minute session of stories, action songs, rhymes and puppets. Storytime helps develop language, literacy and communication skills, and provides an opportunity to socialise with others. Best of all Storytime fosters a love of books and reading! Borrow books after each session to share at home and continue the fun. Where and When: Monday 10:30am Highett
Thursday 10:30am Chelsea
Monday 11:15am Patterson Lakes
Thursday 2:30pm Dingley
Monday 2:30pm Westall
Friday 10:30am Clarinda
Tuesday 10:30am Parkdale
Friday 10:30am Cheltenham
Friday storytime at Cheltenham Library is live-streamed so you can access storytime from anywhere!
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1000 BOOKS BEFORE SCHOOL For preschool children 0-5 years. Share 1000 books with your child in the years before they start school to prepare them for formal learning and nurture a love of books, reading and language. It’s never too early to start reading to your child – even newborns. You can read a thousand different books or read one book a thousand times! Books experienced at library story time sessions, preschool, daycare and playgroup can also be counted towards your child’s total. You’ll get a free library bag when you register, there are milestone rewards to collect as you progress through the program, and of course there’s a certificate at the end. The program is completed when your child reaches 1000 books or they start school. Register via the Beanstack App and collect your bag from the library.
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SATURDAY
STORYTIME Fortnightly on Saturdays at 10:30am. Perfect for families with young children. A wonderful opportunity for busy parents to enjoy story time at the library with your children. Have fun with stories, songs, rhymes and puppets. Find something new to read and borrow or rediscover old favourites. When: Chelsea
Cheltenham
9 July 6 August 3 September 1 October 29 October 26 November
23 July 20 August 17 September 15 October 12 November 10 December
AUSLAN
STORYTIME Auslan Storytime is held at 10:30am at Cheltenham Library on the second Friday of each month during our regular storytime program and it is also live-streamed. Come and experience a visual language. Auslan is the sign language of the Australian Deaf community. When: 8 July 12 August 9 September
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SENSITIVE
STORYTIME
A quieter, calmer session with simple stories, songs and sensory play. Dingley Village Library Mondays 9:30am
Sensitive Storytime is designed for preschool aged children with additional needs or those who simply prefer a quieter and calmer session. Sensory needs around sound and light are taken into consideration and visual cues are used to help children follow what comes next in the session. Enjoy short stories and songs, followed by simple sensory play in this 30 minute activity.
DON’T KNOW WHAT TO READ? We can give you recommendations through our Selection Service. kingston.vic.gov.au/library/ Library-Services/Selection-Service
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TIPS FOR READING & CHOOSING BOOKS
1 Read to your child for at least 10 minutes a day. 2 Have fun with reading – make silly noises, voices and sounds; enjoy cuddles, laughs and actions.
3 Look for books with rhythm, rhyme and repetition, and interactive books such as lift-the-flap, touch-and-feel and books that get you to do something.
4 Talk about the book and what’s
happening in the pictures and story.
5 Reading helps build empathy
and exposes your child to different and new experiences.
6 Let your child choose books
too – they may like the pictures, topic or simply the colours.
7 Reading helps develop your
child’s vocabulary as they are exposed to words they may not hear in everyday conversations.
8 Let your child see you reading
too – they will want to copy you.
9 If you have another language in your home, read the book in that language (or make up a different story to match the pictures).
10 Remember to Read, Sing, Talk, and Play with your child every day.
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A fortnightly activity for primary school kids. Design, build, create and play at LEGO® Club. A mix of guided and free play to encourage design, creativity, engineering, sharing and collaboration.
For primary school kids. During school terms only. Tuesdays 4pm Parkdale Library Wednesdays 4pm Chelsea Library Thursdays 4pm Cheltenham Library
For more information visit library.kingston.vic.gov.au
Parkdale
Chelsea
Cheltenham
19 July
20 July
14 July
2 August
3 August
28 July
16 August
17 August
11 August
30 August
31 August
25 August
13 September
14 September
8 September
11 October
12 October
6 October
25 October
26 October
20 October
8 November
9 November
3 November
22 November
23 November
17 November
6 December
7 December
1 December
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free play Drop in at Dingley Village Library each Saturday for free play with LEGO® and DUPLO®
A fun, casual and creative activity for families. Kids all ages welcome. Dingley Library
Saturday 9am-2pm
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GAMERS MEET If you love gaming, competition and having fun with like-minded friends, then Gamers Meet is for you.
This is a club for older children aged 10+ which allows them to learn to play different games on a variety of consoles. Are you up for the challenge? Consoles are available to play at Chelsea, Westall, Dingley and Clarinda Libraries. Dingley Library Fortnightly on Thursdays 4-5pm
Westall Library Fortnightly on Fridays 4-5pm
21 July 4 August 18 August 1 September 15 September 13 October 27 October 10 November 24 November 8 December
15 July 29 July 12 August 26 August 9 September 7 October 21 October 4 November 18 November 2 December
STEAM PUNK CLUB For primary school kids. A monthly program for primary school children which runs activities revolving around Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths (STEAM). Explore, discover, learn, design, engineer, build, problem solve and create. • Monthly • During school terms only
Where and When: Parkdale
Cheltenham
4pm - 2nd Wednesday of each month
4pm - 3rd Tuesday of each month
Chelsea
Clarinda
4 August 1 September 6 October 3 November 1 December
13 July 10 August 14 September 12 October 9 November
19 July 16 August 18 October 15 November
25 July 22 August 24 October 28 November
4pm - 1st Thursday of each month
4pm - 4th Monday of each month
Check out Virtual STEAM Punk Club online for activities to try at home. For more information: scan the QR or visit library.kingston.vic.gov.au
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STORYTIME & CRAFT
Enjoy stories and craft for preschool age children. When:
Tuesday 23 August 2:30-3:30pm (CBCA Book Week) Tuesday 25 October 2:30-3:30pm (Bilingual Child Month) Tuesday 29 November 2:30-3:30pm
Where:
Aspendale Gardens Community Service, 103-105 Kearney Drive, Aspendale Gardens A partnership between Kingston Libraries and Aspendale Gardens Community Service.
STORYTIME AT THE GALLERY Enjoy stories and craft for preschool aged children in the beautiful Chamber at the Gallery. Where: Kingston Arts Centre, 979 Nepean Hwy, Moorabbin
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Wednesdays 2-3pm 27 July 24 August 28 September 26 October 23 November
READERS For primary school kids.
Collect a take-home craft kit from the library each month. The kit will be themed to match an author, illustrator or special day of the month, include a simple craft to do at home and a list of suggested books to borrow and read. Check out the demonstration video on our YouTube channel for how to do the craft. KingstonLibraryTube
Where and When: Available July – December from all branches, but supplies are limited so get in quick. Released on the 1st of each month, July – December. For more information visit library.kingston.vic.gov.au
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Drop-in sessions for all ages. Looking for a casual drop-in activity to do at the library after school? Then Makerspace is for you! Hands-on activities with things for you to explore, make or do. It could involve craft, construction or new technology – there’s always something interesting going on.
Mondays 4pm Parkdale Library Tuesdays 4pm Westall Library Cheltenham Library Wednesdays 4pm Patterson Lakes Library Clarinda Library Thursdays 4pm Chelsea Library Thursdays 4pm Highett Library Fridays 4pm Dingley Library
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For kids aged 8-12. Weekly at Patterson Lakes and Clarinda libraries. Patterson Lakes Mondays 4-5pm
Clarinda
Fridays 4-5pm
Using a selection of specially crafted content maps ranging in difficulty levels for beginner to intermediate crafters, our Minecraft sessions aim to develop a variety of skills including basic computer skills, problem solving, working collaboratively, being a good cyber citizen, resilience and persistence, all while having a ton of fun.
Limited spaces, so bookings are essential. During school terms only. Please book by phoning 1300 135 668 or in person at any branch.
Please arrive on time as places may be given to other people unless we are advised of your delay.
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eLibrary Resources – Play and Learn Story Box Library 2-8 years Videos of stories written by Australians, being read aloud by a range of fantastic Australian storytellers.
Busy Things 3-6 years Fun activities based on listening, reading, and numeracy skills as well as developing kids’ creative problem solving.
LOTE Online for Kids 3-10 years Kids can now enjoy digital books in over 30 languages, together with English translations.
eBooks and eAudiobooks All ages from BorrowBox Read or listen to both audiobooks and eBooks. Stories for all ages. Available on your iPhone, Android, PC or Mac.
Britannica Library All ages Access 1000s of articles, illustrations, maps, graphics and biographies presented in Kids, Teen and Adult levels.
Digital magazines from Libby All ages
Sign up for free access to Libby magazines. Over 70 kids’ magazine titles can be viewed on your computer or via the Libby app.
Kanopy movie streaming All ages Stream over 26,000 films from award-winning documentaries, indie and foreign films, Australian films, television series, kids shows, must-see classics and blockbuster movies on every topic imaginable.
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Spine label stickers – what do they mean? The stickers on the spine of our books can tell you more about the type of book it is.
Animals
Short Stories
Myths & Fairytales - Fun Facts
Things that go - Fun Facts
Dyslexia Friendly
Humour
Junior Non-Fiction
Bilingual Picture Book
People & Places - Fun Facts
Early Readers
GRAPHIC NOVELS
Graphic Novel
Premier’s Reading Challenge
Mystery
Animals - Fun Facts
Sport & Entertainment - Fun Facts
Spooky
Sci-Fi
Things to explore - Fun Facts
Fantasy
Things to make & do - Fun Facts
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HOMEWORK CLUB HOMEWORK HELP FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL KIDS FROM FOUNDATION TO GRADE 6.
This club provides the time and space to complete your homework and engage in some fun learning activities with other families. The group is run by parent volunteers, while library staff can help you find information in the library. Places are limited so bookings are required. • Weekly • During school terms only
Where and When: Westall Library Thursdays 4pm - 5.30pm
To book Call: 1300 135 668 Visit in person at any branch.
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index by location Chelsea Library Tiny Tots – page 3 Preschool Storytime – page 4 Saturday Storytime – page 6 LEGO® Club – page 9 STEAM Punk Club – page 11 Makerspace – page 14 Cheltenham Library Tiny Tots – page 3 Preschool Storytime – page 4 Saturday Storytime – page 6 Auslan Storytime – page 6 LEGO® Club – page 9 STEAM Punk Club – page 11 Makerspace – page 14 Clarinda Library Preschool Storytime – page 4 STEAM Punk Club – page 11 Makerspace – page 14 Kingston Miners (Minecraft) – page 15 Dingley Village Library Tiny Tots – page 3 Preschool Storytime – page 4 Sensitive Storytime – page 7 LEGO® Free Play – page 10 Gamers Meet – page 10 Makerspace – page 14 Kids Movie Club – page 20
Highett Library Preschool Storytime – page 4 Makerspace – page 14 Parkdale Library Tiny Tots – page 3 Preschool Storytime – page 4 LEGO® Club - Page 9 STEAM Punk Club – page 11 Makerspace – page 14 Patterson Lakes Library Tiny Tots – page 3 Preschool Storytime – page 4 Makerspace – page 14 Kingston Miners (Minecraft) – page 15 Westall Library Tiny Tots – page 3 Preschool Storytime – page 4 Gamers Meet – page 9 Makerspace – page 14 Homework Club - page 18 Kids Movie Club – page 20
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Kids Movie Club Enjoy a fortnightly movie screening at Dingley and Westall libraries just for kids.
A great opportunity for primary school aged kids to get together after school and relax with some snacks and a movie. Held during school terms only. Dingley Library Fortnightly on Wednesdays 4-6pm
Westall Library Fortnightly on Fridays 4-6pm
13 July 27 July 10 August 24 August 7 September 5 October 19 October 2 November 16 November 30 November
22 July 5 August 19 August 2 September 16 September 14 October 28 October 11 November 25 November 9 December
Movies will be rated G or PG.
FOR MORE INFORMATION Call 1300 135 668, visit us in person at any library branch or online at library.kingston.vic.gov.au