ENVIRONMENTAL EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES September to November 2019
Council’s Environmental Events and Activities Program provides many opportunities for City of Logan residents to attend and participate in environmental events and workshops.
EVENT UPDATES Please visit: logan.qld.gov.au/ environmentalevents for the most up-to-date information about our environmental events and activities.
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Sat 7 Sep
BEAUTIFUL FLOWER CROWNS 9.30am, Jimboomba Library In this workshop with Menke Albrecht from Flowers By Menke, you will learn the fundamentals of constructing a beautiful flower crown. Each attendee will make their own crown with the help and knowledge of the presenter. Ages: Adults Bookings: loganlibraries.org/whats-on or contact 3412 4190
Sat 7 Sep
LOGAN ECO FORUM 10am to 3.30pm, Beenleigh Events Centre How do we create a City of Eco Heroes? Join us for a day of knowledge sharing and networking as we all come together to better understand how we can create a city living in harmony with nature. All attendees will enjoy inspiring presentations and participate in workshops, contributing their stories and ideas on how we as a community can lead the way in environmental stewardship. Logan Eco Forum is a formal event, all participants must be over the age of 13 to attend. Ages: 13+ years Bookings: loganecoforum2019.eventbrite.com.au
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Fri 13 Sep
PLATYPUS PONDERINGS 6.30pm to 8pm Mingle with like-minded people and the presenters from PlaytpusWatch at this local watering hole to discover the secret life of a platypus and how you can get involved to help this special creature. Ages: Adults Bookings: gcplatypus@gmail.com
Sat 14 Sep
PLANT PROPAGATION 10am to noon, Marsden Library Join Brian Sams and workshop some of the professional secrets in seed and cutting propagation and produce some plants to take home with you! Ages: Adults Bookings: loganlibraries.org/whats-on or contact 3412 4180
Sun 15 Sep
PLATYPUS WATCH 5am to 9am, Albert River Become a citizen scientist and help us conserve this iconic species by finding out where they live! Your survey results will then be used to identify actions needed to protect platypus. This is a great way to meet liked-minded people while filling up on your dose of nature. A parent/guardian must attend with children. Ages: Family friendly Bookings: gcplatypus@gmail.com
Tue 24 Sep
WILDFLOWERS WALK 9.30am to 11.30am, Cedar Creek Explore the wonderful world of wildflowers during a guided hike of Plunkett Conservation Park. This beautiful park is known for its unique flora combinations and unusual geology. Moderate level of fitness required; unstable terrain. Ages: Family friendly Bookings: wildflowerswalk.eventbrite.com.au
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Tue 24 Sep
PLATYPUSWATCH FOR KIDS 10am to 11am, Beenleigh Library Calling all Eco kids – want to learn more about Australia’s most super secretive and bizarre looking creature? Join PlatypusWatch for a children’s workshop on all things Platypus. Family friendly, parents/carers must accompany children. Ages: Family friendly Bookings: gcplatypus@gmail.com
Wed 25 Sep
CHILDREN’S ART ACTIVITIES 10am to noon, Logan Art Gallery Join us for a hands-on activity as we learn how to make small bags out of recycled paper and cardboard. A parent/guardian must attend with children. Ages: 6 to 12 years Bookings: logan.qld.gov.au/artgalleryevents or contact 3412 5519
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Thu 26 Sep
TECH JUNK WITH SUBSTATION 33 2pm to 4pm, Logan North Library Come along to recycle electronic waste with Substation33. This workshop will explore the potential to create new projects out of recycled material. A parent/guardian must attend with children. Ages: 11+ years Bookings: loglib.org/imagination or contact 3412 4140
Fri 27 Sep
POOS AND CLUES 10.45am to 11.30am, Kingston
Fri 27 Sep
TREE WHISPERING 10.45am to 11.30am, Kingston
11.45am to 12.30pm, Kingston
11.45am to 12.30pm, Kingston
12.45pm to 1.30pm, Kingston
12.45pm to 1.30pm, Kingston
Join Geckoes Wildlife to discover the secret lives of local wildlife. Become a detective, find clues and learn all about animals from the tracks and traces they leave behind. A parent/guardian must attend with children.
Celebrate with the trees at Mayes Cottage, leaving messages of love and care on flags, to create a stunning visual display of our relationship with our timbered friends. Presented by Tamsin Scott of Earth Play. A parent/guardian must attend with children.
Ages: Family friendly Bookings: loglib.org/imagination
Ages: Family friendly Bookings: loglib.org/imagination
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Sep, Oct & Nov
OWL WHISPERER Sat 28 Sep, 10am to noon, Marsden Sat 12 Oct, 10am to noon, Logan North Sat 26 Oct, 9.30am to 11.30am, Logan Village Sat 16 Nov, 9.30am to 11.30am, Jimboomba Library Sat 23 Nov, 10am to noon, Logan Hyperdome Library Join wildlife carer and ecologist, Stefan Hattingh, as he talks about the habitat loss of local owls in urban areas, the impact of rat poison leading to their decline and the nest box projects that are offering hope. Ages: Adults Bookings: loganlibraries.org/whats-on or contact relevant library
Sat 28 Sep
WILD KIDS: RIVER INVESTIGATORS 9am to 11am, Jimboomba Get those curiosity caps on and celebrate World Rivers Day by joining us for a day of river investigation! Together we will learn all about the Logan River, how water flows through the land and what we can do to help keep water plants and animals happy. A parent/guardian must attend with children. Ages: 5 to 12 years Bookings: wildkids.eventbrite.com.au
Sat 28 Sep
RIVER ADVENTURE RACE 1pm to 3pm, Jimboomba Calling all adventurous teens! Join us as we celebrate World Rivers Day with a river race! Working together, teams will navigate around and across the Logan River to a variety of checkpoints, competing in challenges and tasks along the way. This fun and active event will help develop teamwork, problem solving and flood-water safety skills while promoting stewardship of our local rivers. A parent/guardian must attend with children. Ages: 13 to 18 years Booking: riveradventurerace.eventbrite. com.au
Tue 1 Oct Wed 2 Oct Thu 3 Oct
ANIMALS AND BIRDS IN ART 10am to 4pm, Logan Art gallery Enjoy a series of fun art activities based on the theme of animals. Activities include mask making, scratch board art, collaged birds, animals in watercolour plus lots of puzzles and jigsaws! A parent/ guardian must attend with children. Ages: Family friendly Bookings: No booking required. Drop in between 10am and 4pm. Further information: logan.qld.gov.au/artgalleryevents or phone the Logan Art Gallery on 3412 5519.
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Fri 4 Oct
BUTTERFLY STORY TIME 10.30am to 11am Logan West Library 10.30am to 11am Jimboomba Library 10am to 10.30am Logan North Library 10am to 10.30am Logan Hyperdome Library 10am to 10.30am Marsden Library 10am to 10.30am Logan Central Library Join us for a special butterfly story to celebrate World Animal Day and Logan’s Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Project. Stories and a simple activity for children aged 6 years and under. Parent/guardian must attend with children. Ages: 0 to 6 years Bookings: No booking required Further information: loganlibraries.org/ whats-on or contact the relevant library.
Sat 19 Oct
WALKING ON COUNTRY 9am to 11am, Eagleby Join Derek Oram Sandy from Yerongpan Aboriginal Dancers as he walks through country. Gather your friends and family to come and learn about the first Australians’ connection to Mother Earth and deepen your understanding and connection to Eagleby Wetlands. This walk aims to inspire all Australians to care for this ancient Country. A parent/ guardian must attend with children. Ages: Family friendly Bookings: awalkoncountry.eventbrite.com.au
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Sat 19 Oct
DIY NATURAL MINERAL MAKEUP 9.30am to 11.30am, Beenleigh Library Join Valerie Pearson of Green Living Australia to learn how to make your own natural mineral makeup. You will learn how to match your skin tone and make face powder, then turn this into liquid foundation, blush and bronzer, all at a fraction of the cost of purchasing readymade products from the store. Ages: Adults Bookings: loganlibraries.org/whats-on or contact 3412 4130
21 to 27 Oct
AUSSIE BACKYARD BIRD COUNT Mon 21 Oct to Sun 27 Oct, anywhere The #AussieBirdCount is back for another week of bird counting! This is a great way to connect with the birds in your backyard. Count all of the birds you can see as many times as you like over the week, just make sure each count is completed over a 20-minute period. Your bird counts will then be used to help BirdLife Australia understand more about the beautiful birds that live near and around us. Ages: Everyone Further information: aussiebirdcount.org.au
Tue 29 Oct Thu 31 Oct
BATTY HALLOWEEN 5pm to 6.30pm, Logan West Library 3.30pm to 5pm, Logan Central Library Celebrate all things batty with craft activities and a special furry visitor from Wildlife Queensland – Bat Division. Dress in your best batty outfit for the best-dressed bat competition. A parent/ guardian must attend with children. Ages: Family friendly Bookings: loganlibraries.org/whats-on or contact relevant library
Sat 9 Nov
ROW THE RIVER 9am to 10am, Waterford 10.30am to 11.30am, Waterford Come for a paddle down the Logan River and discover the wonders of waterways. Canoes and paddles supplied be sure to bring closed in shoes, hat, sunscreen and a water bottle. Places for this popular activity fill up quickly, register now! A parent/guardian must attend with children. Ages: Family friendly Bookings: rowriver.eventbrite.com.au
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Sat 9 Nov
HOUSEHOLD ENERGY SAVING AND WATER EFFICIENCY 1.30pm to 3pm, Logan West Library
Sat 9 Nov
HOW TO START BEEKEEPING 9.30am to 11am, Logan Village Library Learn from Roman Spur what you need to know to start keeping honey bees in the backyard. Roman will share his beekeeping knowledge and how he harvested 160 kg of honey from one hive in a year! Ages: Adults Bookings: loganlibraries.org/whats-on or contact 5546 3839
Learn practical tips on how to manage and reduce household energy consumption without compromising on comfort. Roman Spur will tell you about his home-made solar hot water system, a solar cooker made from recycled materials, and how to harvest rain and grey water. Ages: Adults Bookings: loganlibraries.org/whats-on or contact 3412 4160
SPRING VARIOUS TIMES & LOCATIONS COMMUNITY GARDENS Community gardens are a great way for residents to come together and grow organic food, improve health and meet new people. Everyone is welcome at Logan’s community gardens and no gardening experience is necessary. Further information: Phone Council’s Community Development Officer on 3412 3412 or visit: logan.qld.gov.au/livewell
POP-UP MICROCHIPPING Council regularly provides discounted pet microchipping events in various local areas. Further information: Visit: logan.qld.gov.au/microchipping
COME & TRY BIRDWATCHING Join Birdlife Southern Queensland for one of their regular birdwatching outings. All levels of experience welcome. Free, however if you wish to attend regularly you can join the club. Further information: Phone Rodney on 0402 859 945 or visit: birdlife.org.au/locations/ birdlife-southern-queensland
COME & TRY BUSHWALKING Join the Logan and Beaudesert Bushwalkers and explore the regions great bushwalks whilst increasing your fitness and meeting new people. First two bushwalks are free, then a small membership fee applies. Further Information: Phone Heather on 3208 6420 or visit: bushwalkers.com
COME & TRY MOUNTAIN BIKING Join Brisbane South Mountain Bike Club for a social ride around Daisy Hill Forest Park. All new riders to the club can enjoy one free session! Open to all levels including kids. Ride generally leaves from Daisy Hill Forest Park’s top car park next to the information board. Further information: Visit: bsmc.asn.au
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LOGAN CITY COUNCIL LIBRARIES
PARKRUN
Library membership is free of charge and available to all community members. Library membership includes: free Wi-Fi and public computers for use at no charge; access to online learning and e-resources; books, movies and music; and free events for children, teens and adults.
7am, 5km run at: Underwood Park (Priestdale), Riverdale Park (Meadowbrook), Berrinba Wetlands (Berrinba), Darlington Parklands (Yarrabilba), Logan River Parklands (Beenleigh), Spring Mountain Reserve (Greenbank)
Further information: Visit: loganlibraries.org/whats-on
Parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in. Parkrun commences at 7am on Saturdays.
LOGAN ART GALLERY Logan Art Gallery showcases the best local and touring art, craft and design exhibitions. Regular activities include opening night “Meet the artists� events and workshop activities held in conjunction with the exhibition program. Further information: Visit: logan.qld.gov.au/artgallery
Further information: Visit: parkrun.com.au
FURTHER ENVIRONMENTAL EVENTS Please visit: logan.qld.gov.au/ environmentalevents for a complete listing of all environmental events and activities.
BOOKINGS Unless stated inside, workshops and events are free and run by Logan City Council for Logan residents. Bookings essential and places are limited. For more information, email environment@logan.qld.gov.au or call 3412 3412.
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