Young Adults @ Goldfields Libraries

Teens! Did you know there is a wealth of free and fun activities and services available for you at your local Goldfields Library?

There is a wide range of activities to get involved in. Past and present highlights include a song writing workshop with Darren Middleton from PowderFinger; Flash 300 Flash Fiction Writing Competition with great prizes and the chance to get published; a Library Lock-in – get “locked in” the library for an evening of teen-friendly games and activities; regular Minecraft sessions; Zine Studio self-publishing workshops; Warhammer workshops and more.

“We’ve got some pretty interesting stuff going on for teens at the library – anything from robotics through to fiction writing, as well as the opportunity to compose and record your own music and have it published by us,” said Mark Hands, Community Partnerships and Engagement Manager.

“This exciting opportunity for young adults is called Goldfields Connect – Music in Schools and is providing students with the opportunity to have their music included on our annual digital album. We even welcome budding musicians to hold live performances at our libraries – it’s a great opportunity!”

Bendigo Young Writers Association welcomes new members and meets regularly throughout the school year. This year they have welcomed an impressive line-up of presenters so far, including Rosemary Sorensen, Lauren Mitchell, Mark Kearney, Dr Ian Irvine and John Charalambous.

You can connect your device to free wifi and use a range of technology services including public computers with internet access, printing and copying. Bendigo Library also has the Red Well Café available to help keep up the energy levels.

The eLibrary offers a wide range of online resources – some for leisure and some make the perfect study companion. You won’t find these resources free through Google, but as a member you can access them free with your library card.

Keep up with the library’s events, activities and services via social media or through the monthly email newsletter.

For more information visit: www.ncgrl.vic.gov.au/ya