Easter Long Weekend

Mornington Peninsula Shire Library and the OLiV (Our Library Van) service will be closed from Friday 3 April to Monday 6 April, with regular opening hours resuming on Tuesday 7 April.

Return chutes will remain closed and all items due for return will be extended until Tuesday 7 April.

STEM Afternoons - Somerville Library

Next date: Thursday, 23 April 2026 | 04:00 PM to 04:45 PM

Spark Curiosity with STEM Afternoons. Recommended for ages 5-10.

DIY Digital Clock - Thursday 23 April 4-4.45pm

Unlock the magic of science and create your own electrolyte-powered DIY digital clock!

Children will experiment with powering a real digital clock using everyday items like fruits, vegetables, and other surprising electrolyte mixtures. As they test different combinations and watch electricity come to life, children will explore the exciting world of chemical reactions in a hands‑on, curiosity‑fuelled session.

It’s the perfect blend of fun, discovery, and STEM learning, ideal for budding inventors ready to power up their imagination!

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Solar Powered Car - Thursday 30 April 4-4.45pm

Unlock the magic of science and create your own solar powered car!

In this hands‑on STEM session, children will build their very own working solar car using pre‑cut wooden pieces and easy‑to‑assemble components.

As they put their vehicle together, young makers will discover how sunlight transforms into energy, exploring the basics of solar power, physics and simple mechanics in a playful, accessible way. Once complete, they can unleash their creativity by decorating their car, creating a colourful, personalised ride ready to zoom into action!

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Free, bookings essential.

Note: There is no need to book a parental ticket, although we do expect you to remain with the child through the program.