United Way Glenelg Initiative

Magic of Storytime

Portland

The Magic of Storytime is an initiative that provides a rich and engaging experience for children, sparking their imagination and curiosity, while also providing an opportunity for parents and caregivers to connect and form networks and friendships.

In 2023, the program has invited members of the sporting community to come and read their favourite childhood stories to children aged from birth to 5 years.

This initiative is supported by Portland Aluminium and Glenelg Libraries.

Check out our events on facebook for the next Magic of Storytime in Portland https://www.facebook.com/pg/unitedwayglenelg/events/?ref=page_internal

The sessions in 2025 will be held:

Portland – Glenelg Library 11 AM           

Friday 14 February     

Friday 9 May

Friday 8 August

Friday 31 October

Casterton – Casterton Playgroup 10 AM             

Thursday 6 March

Thursday 5 June

Thursday 4 September

Tuesday 4 December

Heywood

Inspired by the heart-warming “Old People’s Home for 4-Year-Olds” documentary, the Magic of Storytime program brings the joy of storytelling to a Residential Aged Care Centre located at Heywood Rural Health.

This initiative provides an opportunity for local community members, kindergarten and childcare children, and residents to interact and bond over a shared love of stories.

The books chosen for the program are selected from the Dolly Parton Imagination Library and celebrate significant national events.

This initiative is supported by Portland Aluminium, Glenelg Libraries, Heywood Rural Health, and Elsa MacLeod Kindergarten, providing a valuable intergenerational experience for all participants.

Check out our events page on facebook for the next Magic of Storytime in Heywood. https://www.facebook.com/pg/unitedwayglenelg/events/?ref=page_interna

Heywood – Heywood Rural Health 10.30 AM   

Tuesday 11 February

Tuesday 6 May

Tuesday 5 August

Tuesday 28 October

Tuesday 2 December

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