The celebration of New Year is a time to reflect on the past year while welcoming in the new. The Sinhala and Tamil New Year (Avurudu in Sinhala) has become an important national holiday for both Sinhala Buddhists and the Tamil Hindus of Sri Lanka.

Want to learn more about your family's military history?

Join Hobsons Bay UP, Hobsons Bay Libraries, and friends at Paine Reserve for an afternoon of food, fun and festivities to celebrate Victorian Youth Week!

This event is free and open to all ages.

Wondering if what you eat contributes to climate change? Join climate solutions activist Sam Jewel and learn exactly what you can do and why, to position yourself and your family as contributors to the climate change solution.

Construct, code, create and compete - all with a robot! Assemble an mBot and then join a team for a soccer tournament unlike any you've seen before.

Ages 10 to 14.

Are you a climate change activist? An ally for equality or a voice for the animals? Come and share your passion with a group of like-minded young people, refine your message and create a banner to fly proudly.

Ages 7 to 14.

How can you quickly go from a blank page to an exciting story? How can you add richness and life to your ideas? How do you keep going when you’re stuck? By using building blocks!

Join the legendary writer Mat Larkin (Zac Power and The Orchard Underground) for this very special writing masterclass.

Ages 7 to 12.

Yoga is a centuries-old practice and a wonderful option if you're a senior who wants to stay active and flexible without muscle strain. This introductory yoga class will incorporate mat work and/or chair poses and will suit people of all fitness levels.

Our one-on-one session will assist you with basic troubleshooting, tricky questions and set-up of your mobile devices.

Please book by calling Ellen, Training and Development Co-ordinator, on 9932 3043 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for your 30 minute session.

In celebration of the Australian Heritage Festival, join us for these special Storytime sessions where we will explore Australia’s rich and diverse history through picture book, songs and craft.

Suitable for ages 3 to 7.