Enter a wizarding world at local libraries

WIZARDING fun will be on offer in Moorabool Shire this month with four weeks of magical fun.

Magic Moorabool encourages children to get creative at Ballan and Lederberg Libraries throughout August.

The program idea stemmed from Harry Potter month which was held within the last two years.

“This year, it expands its focus to align with the Children’s Book Council of Australia theme, reading is magic,” said Moorabool Shire mayor Cr Ally Munari.

“The program aims to capture the enchantment of various magical literary worlds and showcases the magic in all forms of reading.”

In Ballan there will be magical crafternoons, and butterbeer slime making, potion classes, a triwizard tournament and wand making will be on offer in Bacchus Marsh.

“Craft activities inspired by popular books allow children to bring literary elements to life,” said Cr Munari.

“This tactile approach reinforces connections to stories and encourages children to think beyond the page.”

Cr Munari said it is important to encourage children to visit libraries.

“By associating creativity with reading and libraries, children are more likely to become lifelong learners and maintain their curiosity and innovative spirit,” she said.