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early childhood (o-5 yrs)
primary school (6-12 yrs) youth (12-18 yrs)
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Discover the Internet step-by-step Discover the Internet step-bystep for free at CityLibraries. Group classes in computer basics, internet, email, Skype, Facebook, internet shopping, eReaders and tablets are now available at CityLibraries Aitkenvale and CityLibraries Thuringowa Central. These are funded by the Australian Government under the Digital Hubs Program. Review this publication for a full list of events.
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more information on workshops and programs More information on the events listed in this publication can be found online at www.townsville.qld.gov.au. Click on the ‘Experience it Live What’s On’ button on the front page, then click on ‘Programs/ workshops’, or phone council’s customer service centre on 1300 878 001.
booking activities You can book CityLibraries activities online. Simply go to www.townsville.qld.gov.au, follow the links to CityLibraries. Bookings for the galleries and other facilities can be made by contacting them directly or visiting council’s website for more information.
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Highlights to receive monthly updates about library events, workshops and programs direct to your inbox. Joining the ‘Learn Discover Connect’ email list: web >> Visit council’s website and follow the links to the E-news page.
regular events
Storytime Feed your child’s appetite for stories and learning by connecting with great children’s books, songs and rhymes. when >>
Tuesdays, 10am–11am, during the school term
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CityLibraries Flinders Street
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Wednesdays, 10am–11am
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CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
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Fridays, 10am–11am, during the school term
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CityLibraries Aitkenvale
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Free
Storytime with La Luna Youth Arts Join Jonathon from La Luna Youth Arts as he brings stories alive through drama and play. when >>
First Wednesday of the month, 10am–11am
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CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free
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BRaby
hyme Time
Do you know the muffin man? If you do, come and sing along with us and others at Baby Rhyme Time. when >> where >> when >> where >> cost >>
Mondays (not public holidays), 10am and 11am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Thursdays, 10am and 11am, during the school term CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free
Multicultural Storytime
Come and listen to stories and songs told in English and then in a different language at our Special Storytime sessions designed to connect cultures. when >>
Every third Friday of the month (during State School terms) 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free
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walk in wednesday Support is available every Wednesday afternoon for individual, collaborative or training sessions, including 3D printing, photography, green screen, MacBooks, tablets and other technology tools. when >> where >> cost >>
Every Wednesday from 3 September– 26 November, 1pm–4pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free
family fun day Drop in to the gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities. when >>
Every Sunday from 7 September–19 October, 9am–11am, during the exhibition Troy Emery: into the wild
where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> Free
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regular events
PARENT INFORMATION SESSIONS Connect with your community and attend a free information session once a month for parents on a range of topics including nutrition, behaviours, sleep and more. when >>
First Tuesday of the month, 9.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required
EARLY YEARS INFORMATION SERVICE
NEWBORN AND FAMILY DROPIN SERVICE A child health nurse is available every Tuesday and Saturday to weigh, measure and answer any questions about children’s health. No appointment required.
Messy Play Parents and carers come join us for fun filled messy play adventures. Creative messy play helps develop fine motor skills and increases confidence in children. when >> where >> when >>
Wednesdays, 9am and 10.30am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Last Wednesday of the month, 9.30am–11am where >> Local Park booking >> Required
when >>
Tuesdays, 9am-2pm Saturdays, 9am-12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free
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Did you know that the library offers free expert help for adult learners? This includes help with your CV and cover letter, public speaking, business writing, tips for job interviews and applications, and lots more. All you need to do is log in online using your library card number and an expert will be waiting to help you with all your job hunting questions, writing skills, research skills and more. Navigate to the ‘search databases’ webpage from the CityLibraries home page for access.
Study: Sorted! Stuck on assignments? Needing help learning English or just looking for more information? Search ‘Your Tutor’, ‘IELTS’ and World Book Encyclopaedia on the CityLibraries webpage and gain free access.
I N F ask us! To help you find the information you need. >> Book a session in the library or with your community group. >> Drop in, phone or email us. >> Ask us on Facebook or Twitter. Check our website for more information. page 6
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Percival's Life Drawing art-box: art activities for under 5s Apps of the Month: Travel 3D Printing A: Awareness Computer Basics A Walk in Wednesday Internet Basics A Animal Stories Wild Things - Soft Sculpture Workshop Series with artist Lisa Vickery Dads Read at the Cowboys Family Fun Day Let's Read in the Park Have you ever tried Chair Dancing? Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Computer Basics B 3D Printing B: Building Internet Basics B Walk in Wednesday Virtual Tour of the Gallery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture Loud Lounge: Drumming Circles Loud Lounge: Gaming Antics QWC Workshop - Making it Real: Research for Writers with Jessica White Animal Stories Wild Things - Soft Sculpture Workshop Series with artist Lisa Vickery art-box: art activities for under 5s Email Basics A Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session 3D Printing C: Creating New to your Murri Bookclub ! Walk in Wednesday Drop in Thursday ABC Open Workshop Get into Geocaching: Workshop and Discovery Walk at Riverway Animal Stories Wild Things - Soft Sculpture Workshop Series with artist Lisa Vickery Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Crafts Precinct Learn to Crochet Art Escape - Colour Wheels with artist John Bradshaw Email Basics B Art Escape - Fluff and Stuff with artist Cassandra Roberts Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Messy Play in the Park Art Escape - Animal Totems with artist Anna Mango Walk in Wednesday Art Escape - Animal Emblems with artist Kyana Pike Popcorn Maker: Web, audio and image mashups Art Escape - Mini Pom Pom Creatures with artist Kyana Pike Youth 3D Printing A: Awareness Youth 3D Printing B: Building Animal Stories Youth 3D Printing C: Creating Capture your Story Through Ochre Painting Art Escape - Animal Faรงade with Garth Jankovic Imagine, Play Create! Transform your Trash Craft Workshop for Adults Art Escape - Fluff and Stuff with artist Cassandra Roberts Imagine, Play Create! Fashion Alteration Android Tablet Basics
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1300 Smiles Stadium Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Jeff Caddies Park, Rasmussen CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale
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CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
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Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
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Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
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Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Riverway Arts Centre Meeting Room Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
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Western Lyons Park Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Pinnacles Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Pinnacles Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
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Percival’s Life Drawing Everyone’s welcome, no experience necessary but participants should bring drawing materials and paper. Please note this isn’t a workshop. when >> where >> cost >>
Tuesdays, 6.30pm–9.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery $15
art-box: art activities for under 5s
Come and explore the galleries, learn about art, meet new friends and have fun! This program is designed for under 5s, mums, dads and carers. when >> where >> when >> where >> cost >>
Tuesday, 2 September, 10am–11am Pinnacles Gallery Tuesday, 16 September, 10am–11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Gold coin donation
Apps of the Month: Travel Planning a trip sometime soon? Come along and have a play with some portable and easy apps useful for travelling. when >> Tuesday, 2 September, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
3D Printing A: Awareness Hands-on information session for those who want an introduction to 3D printing and scanners. You are automatically booked into session B when you book into A. when >> Wednesday, 3 September, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Computer Basics A Gain beginner skills in using computers and master the mouse. This two part course includes Computer Basics B. when >>
First Wednesday of every month, 3 September, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
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Support is available every Wednesday afternoon for individual, collaborative or training sessions, includes 3D printing, photography, green screen, MacBooks, tablets and other technology tools. when >>
where >> cost >>
Wednesday, 3 September, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 10 September, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 17 September, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 24 September, 1pm–4pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free
Internet Basics A What is the internet? Learn how to browse and search the world wide web in this two part course. when >> Wednesday, 3 September, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Dads Read at the Cowboys Be your child’s reading champion. Drop by the CityLibraries Townsville Dads Read corner at 1300 Smiles Stadium and find out how to enhance your child’s reading appetite. when >> where >> cost >>
Saturday, 6 September, 5pm–7.30pm 1300 Smiles Stadium Normal ticketing applies.
Animal Stories Enjoy animal story readings on the weekends throughout the exhibition Troy Emery: into the wild. when >> where >> cost >>
Saturdays and Sundays, 6 September–19 September, 11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free
Family Fun Day Drop in to the gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities. when >> where >> cost >>
Every Sunday from 7 September– 19 October, 9am–11am, during the exhibition Troy Emery: into the wild Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free
Wild Things - Soft Sculpture Workshop Series with artist Lisa Vickery
In this three-part workshop series, participants will learn how to design, cut and piece together a soft sculpture, inspired by wild and mythical creatures. when >>
Saturday, 6 September, 11am–2pm Saturday, 13 September, 11am–2pm Saturday, 20 September, 11am–2pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $60 bookings >> Required page 9
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Walk in Wednesday
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Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session
A one hour session with a trainer to enhance, revise and refresh skills learnt in group training or to help find online tutorials. when >>
Let’s Read in the Park Boost your child’s chances of succeeding at school by reading to them every day. Discover cheap, easy and fun ways to get started. when >> where >> cost >>
Monday, 8 September, 9.30am–11.30am Jeff Caddies Park, Cnr Riverway and Bluewater Drive, Rasmussen Free
Wednesday, 10 September, 9am–10am Wednesday, 17 September, 9am–10am Wednesday, 24 September, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
3D Printing B: Building Hands-on maker session where a facilitator will show you the basics of how to use the 3D printer. Includes setting up the machine and loading and unloading the filament. when >> Wednesday, 10 September, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Internet Basics B Gain more WWW experience following internet Basics A. Explore online learning sites, view maps, find your house, check out Google Translate.
Have you ever tried Chair Dancing?
when >> Wednesday, 10 September, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Enjoy non-impact exercise to increase your strength, endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular health. People at all fitness levels are welcome. when >> Tuesday, 9 September, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Computer Basics B Continuing from Computer Basics A, students will find out about the basic keys on the different areas of the keyboard and then use advanced techniques to combine keys with the mouse. when >> Wednesday, 10 September, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
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Virtual Tour of the Gallery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture
‘Chester’ and ‘Kasporav’ will guide us through the Gallery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture at the National Museum in Canberra via the internet. when >> Thursday, 11 September, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Loud Lounge: Drumming Circles
Explore the world of drumming circles with Drum Circle Facilitator Alex Salvador and unleash your musical ability. when >> where >> cost >>
Thursday, 11 September, 3.15pm–4.45pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free
Loud Lounge: Gaming Antics
Who will reign supreme in a battle of the bands with Band Hero? when >> where >> cost >>
Thursday, 11 September, 3.30pm–4.30pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free
QWC Workshop - Making it Real: Research for Writers with Jessica White
Research is essential to creating a believable story that imbues your work with a sense of time and place, and brings your story to life. when >>
Saturday, 13 September, 9.30am–3.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> QWC Members - Free Non-Members $30 bookings >> Required through www.qwc.asn.au
Email Basics A Learn about email and secure passwords. Set up a free email address and password, send an email, login and logout. Two-part course. when >> Tuesday, 16 September, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
3D Printing C: Creating Using Tinkercad participants will learn how to create a basic design that can then be printed on a 3D printer. when >>
Wednesday, 17 September, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
New to your Murri Bookclub! Borrow a DVD for the month and discuss it at the next bookclub. when >> Wednesday, 17 September, 6pm–7pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Drop in Thursday Do you need help with a range of technology tools? Drop in for informal individual or collaborative training sessions. when >> where >> cost >>
Thursday, 18 September, 10am–12pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free
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Learn to Crochet Rediscover the lost art of crochet and learn the basics in this free beginners class. All necessary materials are supplied. when >>
Monday, 22 September, 9.30am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
ABC Open Workshop Realise your dream of becoming a published writer in this workshop that covers story writing and photography. when >> Saturday, 20 September, 9am–3pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Get into Geocaching: Workshop and Discovery Walk at Riverway
Maps, GPS, apps! Join local geocachers to discover the worldwide fun of geocaching. Be the first to borrow the library’s new GPS devices. when >> Saturday, 20 September, 10am–12pm where >> Riverway Arts Centre Meeting Room cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Craft Precinct
Come down to Cotters Markets on the third Sunday of each month and enjoy the handmade arts and craft stalls outside the gallery. when >> where >> cost >>
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Sunday, 21 September, 8.30am–12pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free
Art Escape - Colour Wheels with artist John Bradshaw
Spin with pastels and create a spiral of colour paper, cut out shapes and turn them into animal puppets. when >>
Monday, 22 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required
Art Escape - Fluff and Stuff with artist Cassandra Roberts
In this workshop you will make a fantastic animalinspired decoration. Explore elements of art and humour to create crazy animal ornaments. when >> Tuesday, 23 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery when >> Tuesday, 30 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required
Email Basics B Log back into email. Learn about forwarding and replying to emails and if you should use BCC and CC. Save and edit contacts. when >> Tuesday, 23 September, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
when >> where >>
Wednesday, 24 September, 9.30am–11am Western Lyons Park, Cnr Fullham Rd and Charles St, Heatley cost >> Free
Popcorn Maker: Web, Audio and Image Mashups
Come along and have fun with Popcorn Maker: an online program that helps you combine content from across the web like GIFs, music, photos and videos into cool mashups that you can annotate and share. when >> Thursday, 25 September, 12.30pm–2pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Art Escape - Animal Totems with artist Anna Mango
Design an animal-inspired totem pole for your room or garden and paint it using bright shapes and colours. when >>
Wednesday, 24 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required
Art Escape - Mini Pom Pom Creatures with artist Kyana Pike
Make your own pom poms and assemble them into little soft creatures or animals using craft materials. when >>
Friday, 26 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required
Youth 3D Printing A: Awareness
Art Escape - Animal Emblems with artist Kyana Pike
Design and cut your own animal emblem and screen print it onto a flag to fly high on the top of your treehouse. when >>
Thursday, 25 September, 10.30am–1pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required
Hands-on information session for young people who want an introduction to 3D printing and scanners. You are automatically booked into session B when you book into A. when >> Saturday, 27 September, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >>Required
Youth 3D Printing B: Building
Hands-on maker session where a facilitator will show you the basics of how to use the 3D printer. Includes setting up the machine and loading and unloading the filament. when >> Saturday, 27 September, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >>Required page 13
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Messy Play in the Park Parents and carers come join us for fun filled messy play adventures. Creative messy play helps develop fine motor skills and increases confidence in children.
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Youth 3D Printing C: Creating Using Tinkercad, participants will learn how to create a basic 3D model that can then be printed on a 3D printer. when >> Saturday, 27 September, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Imagine, Play Create! Transform your Trash
Unleash you imagination with local artist MJ. Reuse your recycling and create art, toys and endless fun these school holidays. when >> Tuesday, 30 September, 9.30am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Craft Workshop for Adults
Capture your Story Through Ochre Painting
Aboriginal artist Rick Garcia will share his knowledge of symbols and designs in this practical painting session. when >>
Saturday, 27 September, 10am–12.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Get crafty and create fantastic gifts for your children by turning old books into vehicles. Presented by Fibres and Fabrics. when >> Tuesday, 30 September, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Imagine, Play Create! Fashion Alteration
Repurpose your old clothes into something new. Bring in an old t-shirt and denim skirt or shorts. when >> Tuesday, 30 September, 11.30am–1pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Android Tablet Basics Learn the basics of using the touch screen. Connect to wi-fi, visit a website, and find and download a free app. when >> Tuesday, 30 September, 2pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Art Escape - Animal Façade with Garth Jankovic
Get in touch with your wild side and paint a funky cap using animal designs and patterns. when >>
Monday, 29 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required
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time 6.30pm 9am 10am 10.30am 1pm 1pm
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Fri 3 Oct Sat 4 Oct Sat 4 Oct Sundays Tues 7 Oct Tues 7 Oct Oct–Dec Wed 8 Oct Wed 8 Oct Wed 8 Oct Wed 8 Oct Wed 8 Oct Thur 9 Oct Fri 10 Oct Sat 11 Oct Sat 11 Oct Sat 11 Oct Tues 14 Oct Tues 14 Oct Tues 14 Oct Wed 15 Oct Wed 15 Oct Wed 15 Oct Wed 15 Oct Wed 15 Oct Sat 18 Oct Sat 18 Oct Sat 18 Oct Sat 18 Oct Sun 19 Oct Tues 21 Oct Tues 21 Oct Tues 21 Oct Wed 22 Oct Wed 22 Oct Wed 22 Oct
11.30am 10am 11am 9am 10am 11am 3.30pm 10am 9am 10am 1pm 1pm 3.30pm 10am 10am 11am 11am 10am 2pm 2pm 9am 10am 1pm 3pm 6pm 9am 10am 11am 12pm 8.30am 10am 10am 2pm 9am 10am 1pm
Wed 22 Oct
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Thur 23 Oct Fri 24 Oct Sat 25 Oct Sat 25 Oct Tues 28 Oct Tues 28 Oct Wed 29 Oct Wed 29 Oct Wed 29 Oct Fri 31 Oct
10am 11am 11am 2pm 2pm 7pm 9am 9.30am 1pm 9.30am
activity name Percival's Life Drawing Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Computer Basics A Art Escape - Animal Totems with artist Anna Mango Walk in Wednesday Facebook A - Social networking Art Escape - Mystical Masks with artist MJ Ryan Bennett Art Escape - Delicate Drawing with Johanna Beningfield Imagine, Play, Create! Metal Head Gardening with Townsville Soils Animal Stories Family Fun Day art-box: art activities for under 5s Apps of the Month: Health After School Art Program Computer Basics B Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session 3D Printing A: Awareness Walk in Wednesday Facebook B - Social Networking Loud Lounge: Competition Free Guided Tour of the Townsville Museum Youth 3D Printing A: Awareness Youth 3D Printing B: Building Animal Stories Intro to Blogging Ask Us: Info - Finding Info iPads - Tablet Basics Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session 3D Printing B: Building Walk in Wednesday Loud Lounge: Competition Explore Aboriginal Art ABC Open Workshop Youth 3D Printing C: Creating Animal Stories Townsville Artist Market Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Crafts Precinct Blogging with Wordpress art-box: art activities for under 5s Movie Maker Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session 3D Printing C: Creating Walk in Wednesday The Breast is History: An Intimate Memoir of Breast Cancer Digitise it, Preserve it, Share it Indigenous Astronomy/Sky Knowledge Animal Stories Train Your Lawn Stronger Internet Shopping The Internment Diaries of Mario Sardi Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Messy Play in the Park Walk in Wednesday Local Bush Tucker Tour
see page numbers for more information and bookings
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Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale Pinnacles Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale
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Pinnacles Gallery
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Pinnacles Gallery
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CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Pinnacles Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale Townsville Museum CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Riverway Arts Centre Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale
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CityLibraries Flinders Street CityLibraries Flinders Street Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Cambridge Park CityLibraries Aitkenvale Cape Pallarenda
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Percival’s Life Drawing Everyone’s welcome, no experience necessary but participants should bring drawing materials and paper. Please note this isn’t a workshop. when >> where >> cost >>
Tuesdays, 6.30pm–9.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery $15
Design an animal-inspired totem pole for your room or garden and paint it using bright shapes and colours. when >> Wednesday, 1 October, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required
Digital Hub One-onOne Training Session
A one hour session with a trainer to enhance, revise and refresh skills learnt in group training or to help find online tutorials. when >>
Wednesday, 1 October, 9am–10am Wednesday, 8 October, 9am–10am Wednesday, 15 October, 9am–10am Wednesday, 22 October, 9am–10am Wednesday, 29 October, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Art Escape - Animal Totems with artist Anna Mango
Walk in Wednesday Support is available every Wednesday afternoon for individual, collaborative or training sessions, includes 3D printing, photography, green screen, MacBooks, tablets and other technology tools. when >>
where >> cost >>
Wednesday, 1 October, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 8 October, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 15 October, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 22 October, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 29 October, 1pm–4pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free
Computer Basics A Gain beginner skills in using computers and master the mouse. This two part course includes Computer Basics B. when >>
First Wednesday of every month, 1 October, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Facebook A - Social Networking
Art Escape - Mystical Masks with artist MJ Ryan Bennett
Setup a Facebook account and ensure your security settings are correct.
Explore colours, shapes, textures and tones to create a magical mask. Using your wildest imagination, you will transform this mask into a mystical creature.
when >> Wednesday, 1 October, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
when >> Thursday, 2 October, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required
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Art Escape - Delicate Drawing with Johanna Beningfield
Learn to draw your favourite animal, and make a card or picture to frame at home. when >> Friday, 3 October, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required
september. october. november.
Family Fun Day Drop in to the gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities. when >> where >> cost >>
Every Sunday from 7 September – 19 October, 9am–11am, during the exhibition Troy Emery: into the wild Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free
art-box: art activities for under 5s
Imagine, Play, Create! Metal head
Give rise to creatures sculpted from recycled metal with MJ in this imaginative workshop.
Come and explore the galleries, learn about art, meet new friends and have fun! This program is designed for under 5s, mums, dads and carers.
when >> Friday, 3 October, 11.30am–1pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Gardening with Townsville Soils
when >> where >> when >> where >> cost >>
Tuesday, 7 October, 10am–11am Pinnacles Gallery Tuesday, 21 October, 10am–11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Gold coin donation
Apps of the Month: Health
Have you lost plants because they were planted in the wrong soil type? Learn more about Townsville soil types from Townsville horticulturist Julie Roach.
Looking for easy and portable apps to help with improving your health? Come along and have a play with some popular health apps.
when >> Saturday, 4 October, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
when >> Tuesday, 7 October, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Animal Stories Enjoy animal story readings on the weekends throughout the exhibition Troy Emery: into the wild. when >> where >> cost >>
Saturdays and Sundays, 4 October–25 October, 11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free
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Loud Lounge: Competition Impress us with your lyric skills in the easiest poetry competition of all. Create a poem using book titles. when >> where >> when >> where >> cost >>
Thursday, 9 October, 3.30pm–4.30pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Wednesday, 15 October, 3pm–4.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free
After School Art Program Participants will develop art skills and gain confidence to express themselves creatively through hands-on activities led by a qualified visual arts teacher. when >>
Every Tuesday from 7 October– 9 December, 3.30pm–5.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $20 per session or $150 for all ten weeks bookings >> Required
Computer Basics B Continuing from Computer Basics A, students will find out about the basic keys on the different areas of the keyboard and then use advanced techniques to combine keys with the mouse. when >> Wednesday, 8 October, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
3D Printing A: Awareness Hands-on information session for those who want an introduction to 3D printing and scanners. You are automatically booked into session B when you book into A. when >> Wednesday, 8 October, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Facebook B - Social Networking
Free Guided Tour of the Townsville Museum
Townsville Museum will host a free guided tour of their collection of significant Townsville historical objects. Book quickly to secure your place. when >> Friday, 10 October, 10am–11.30am where >> Townsville Museum cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Youth 3D Printing A: Awareness Hands-on information session for young people who want an introduction to 3D printing and scanners. You are automatically booked into session B when you book into A. when >> Saturday, 11 October, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Youth 3D Printing B: Building
Make friends on Facebook, write messages on friends’ walls, upload a photo and chat to your friends.
Hands-on maker session where a facilitator will show you the basics of how to use the 3D printer. Includes setting up the machine and loading and unloading the filament.
when >> Wednesday, 8 October, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
when >> Saturday, 11 October, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
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Intro to Blogging What is a blog? Explore the basics of the world of blogging including how to search for good blogs and bloggers. when >> Tuesday, 14 October, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Ask Us: Info - Finding Info Get help to find the information you need (online, databases, alerts, books), connect with online learning, and discover eBooks and eMagazines. when >> Tuesday, 14 October, 2pm–5pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
iPads - Tablet Basics Learn the basics of using the touch screen. Connect to wi-fi, visit a website and find and download a free app. when >> Tuesday, 14 October, 2pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
ABC Open Workshop Realise your dream of becoming a published writer in this workshop that covers story writing and photography. when >> Saturday, 18 October, 9am–3pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Youth 3D Printing C: Creating Using Tinkercad, participants will learn how to create a basic 3D model that can then be printed on a 3D printer. when >> Saturday, 18 October, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
3D Printing B: Building Hands-on maker session where a facilitator will show you the basics of how to use the 3D printer. Includes setting up the machine and loading and unloading the filament. when >> Wednesday, 15 October, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Townsville Artist Market The market features a wide range of stalls by dedicated artists and crafts people from the region; from small wares to feature paintings. when >> where >> cost >>
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Explore Aboriginal Art Explore Aboriginal Art from traditional to contemporary through social media. when >> Wednesday, 15 October, 6pm–7pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
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Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Crafts Precinct
Come down to Cotters Markets on the third Sunday of each month and enjoy the handmade arts and crafts stalls outside the gallery. when >> where >> cost >>
Sunday, 19 October, 8.30am–12pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free
The Breast is History: An Intimate Memoir of Breast Cancer
Blogging with Wordpress Learn how to use some of the different features the world’s most popular online publishing platform has to offer. when >> Tuesday, 21 October, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Movie Maker
Author Bronwyn Hope is a breast cancer survivor. Her book provides a refreshing view of the aftermath of cancer that will motivate and inspire. when >> Wednesday, 22 October, 6.30pm–7.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Digitise it, Preserve it, Share it Learn how to digitise, preserve and share your family treasures in this workshop. Contact Robyn to secure your place. when >> Thursday, 23 October, 10am–1pm where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free bookings >> Required, Phone 4727 9717
Transform your videos into a movie using Windows Movie Maker - a free program! Cut any embarrassing footage from the video then add narration, photos and effects. when >> Tuesday, 21 October, 2pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
3D Printing C: Creating Using Tinkercad participants will learn how to create a basic 3D model that can then be printed on a 3D printer. when >> Wednesday, 22 October, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
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Indigenous Astronomy/ Sky Knowledge
Dr. Duane Hamacher from the Indigenous Unit at Nura Gili, UNSW will present an Indigenous view of astronomy via the NBN Smart TV at the library. when >> Friday, 24 October, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free bookings >> Required
when >> Saturday, 25 October, 2pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Internet Shopping Learn how to shop online safely. We’ll discuss payment methods, your rights, online shops and more. Includes a grocery shopping exercise. when >> Tuesday, 28 October, 2pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
The Internment Diaries of Mario Sardi
Author Ilma Martinuzzu O’Brien of LaTrobe University will discuss her recent book, The Internment Diaries of Mario Sardi, which offers an insight into the world of an Australian interred in Australia during the war. when >> Tuesday, 28 October, 7pm–9pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Local Bush Tucker Tour Cape Pallarenda abounds in native flora. Join Darren Butler for a bush tucker tour that will include plants used for traditional healing. when >> Friday, 31 October, 9.30am–11am where >> Cape Pallarenda cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Messy Play in the Park Parents and carers come join us for fun filled messy play adventures. Creative messy play helps develop fine motor skills and increases confidence in children. when >> where >>
Wednesday, 29 October, 9.30am–11am Cambridge Park, Cnr Cambridge and Laurie Streets, Vincent cost >> Free
garmin etrex 10 gps available in october Borrow a Garmin GPS from CityLibraries Aitkenvale and start your geocaching adventure. There are five kits available. Staff can help you get started today. page 21
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Train Your Lawn Stronger Join the Integrated Sustainability Services team and learn how to build up your lawn to be resilient throughout the dry season.
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date
time
activity name
venue
pg
Tues 4 Nov
10am
art-box: art activities for under 5s
Pinnacles Gallery
23
Tues 4 Nov Tuesdays Wed 5 Nov
1pm 6.30pm 10am
Introductory HTML Percival's Life Drawing Computer Basics A
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale
23 23 23
Wed 5 Nov
9am
Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
23
Wed 5 Nov
10am
3D Printing A: Awareness
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
23
Wed 5 Nov
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
24
Wed 5 Nov
1pm
Skype
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
24
Tues 11 Nov
9.30am
From Black to Gold: The True Story of the Making of Townsville by Michael Brumby
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
24
Tues 11 Nov
1pm
iMovie Basics
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
24
Tues 11 Nov
2pm
Ask Us: Info - Finding Info
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
24
Wed 12 Nov
9am
Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
23
Wed 12 Nov
10am
Computer Basics B
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
24
Wed 12 Nov
10am
3D Printing B: Building
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
24
Wed 12 Nov
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
24
Wed 12 Nov
1pm
Kitchen Gardening with Herbs
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
25
Wed 12 Nov
2pm
Using our Smart TV workshop
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
25
Thur 13 Nov
3.30pm
Loud Lounge: Release a Rainbow
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
25
Sat 15 Nov
9am
ABC Open Workshop
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
25
Sun 16 Nov
8.30am
Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Crafts Precinct
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25
Sun 16 Nov
9am
Family Fun Day
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25
Tues 18 Nov
10am
Apps of the Month: Food
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
26
Tues 18 Nov
10am
iPads- Tablet Basics
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
26
Tues 18 Nov
10am
art-box: art activities for under 5s
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
23
Wed 19 Nov
9am
Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
23
Wed 19 Nov
10am
3D Printing C: Creating
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
26
Wed 19 Nov
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
24
Tues 18 Nov
2pm
iPad -Taking and Editing Photos.
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
26
Wed 19 Nov
3pm
Loud Lounge: Release a Rainbow
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
25
Wed 19 Nov
6pm
Final Murri Bookclub for 2014
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
26
Sat 22 Nov
10am
Christmas Beading
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
26
Tues 25 Nov
10am
Time-lapse Photography
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
26
Mon 24 Nov
1pm
Android Tablet Basics
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
26
Wed 26 Nov
9am
Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
23
Wed 26 Nov
9.30am
Messy Play in the Park
Aitkenvale Park
27
Wed 26 Nov
1pm
Open Universities Australia Connect Library: Welcome and Information
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
27
Wed 26 Nov
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
24
Thur 27 Nov
10am
Drop in Thursday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
27
Fri 28 Nov
10am
Hang a Different Christmas Wreath This Year
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
27
Sat 29 Nov
2.30pm
Afternoon Tea with a Classic
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
27
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The market features a wide range of stalls by dedicated artists and crafts people from the region; from small wares to feature paintings. when >> Saturday, 18 October, 12pm–3pm where >> Riverway Arts Centre cost >> Free
art-box: art activities for under 5s
Come and explore the galleries, learn about art, meet new friends and have fun! This program is designed for under 5s, mums, dads and carers. when >> where >> when >> where >> cost >>
Tuesday, 4 November, 10am–11am Pinnacles Gallery Tuesday, 18 November, 10am–11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Gold coin donation
Introductory HTML Get familiar with common HTML tags by adding text, hyperlinks and multimedia content to a web page. when >> Tuesday, 4 November, 1pm–2.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Computer Basics A Gain beginner skills in using computers and master the mouse. This two part course includes Computer Basics B. when >>
First Wednesday of every month, 5 November, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session
A one hour session with a trainer to enhance, revise and refresh skills learnt in group training or to help find online tutorials. when >>
Wednesday, 5 November, 9am–10am Wednesday, 12 November, 9am–10am Wednesday, 19 November, 9am–10am Wednesday, 26 November, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
3D Printing A: Awareness Hands-on information session for those who want an introduction to 3D printing and scanners. You are automatically booked into session B when you book into A.
Percival’s Life Drawing Everyone’s welcome, no experience necessary but participants should bring drawing materials and paper. Please note this isn’t a workshop. when >> where >> cost >>
Tuesdays, 6.30pm–9.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery $15
when >> Wednesday, 5 November, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
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Walk in Wednesday Support is available every Wednesday afternoon for individual, collaborative or training sessions, includes 3D printing, photography, green screen, MacBooks, tablets and other technology tools. when >>
where >> cost >>
Wednesday, 5 November, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 12 November, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 19 November, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 26 November, 1pm–4pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free
Skype Make video calls with this popular program. Create a Skype account, find contacts, make video and phone calls. Prerequisite: an email address. when >> Wednesday, 5 November, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Ask Us: Info - Finding Info Get help to find the information you need (online, databases, alerts, books), connect with online learning, and discover eBooks and eMagazines. when >> Tuesday, 11 November, 2pm–5pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Computer Basics B Continuing from Computer Basics A, students will find out about the basic keys on the different areas of the keyboard and then use advanced techniques to combine keys with the mouse. when >> Wednesday, 12 November, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
3D Printing B: Building From Black to Gold: The True Story of the Making of Townsville by Michael Brumby
Hands-on maker session where a facilitator will show you the basics of how to use the 3D printer. Includes setting up the machine and loading and unloading the filament.
In this talk Michael Brumby follows the life and work of John Melton Black from 1861 to the discovery of gold at Charters Towers that finally fulfilled Black’s dream.
when >> Wednesday, 12 November, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
when >> Tuesday, 11 November, 9.30am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
iMovie Basics Come along and explore the basics of creating, editing and compiling movies in iMovie on MacBooks. when >> Tuesday, 11 November, 1pm–2.30pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required page 24
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Kitchen Gardening with Herbs
ABC Open Workshop
Learn how to grow and propagate herbs in pots and learn about the history and background of herbs. Practical demonstrations included.
Realise your dream of becoming a published writer in this workshop that covers story writing and photography.
when >> Wednesday, 12 November, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
when >> Saturday, 15 November, 9am–3pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Using our Smart TV Workshop Our Smart TV runs Skype and other apps over the NBN. Find out how to use it and how you can book it. when >> Wednesday, 12 November, 2pm–3.30pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Crafts Precinct
Come down to Cotters Markets on the third Sunday of each month and enjoy the handmade arts and crafts stalls outside the gallery. when >> where >> cost >>
Sunday, 16 November, 8.30am–12pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free
Loud Lounge: Release a Rainbow
Transform dull items into originals with Sharpie tie dye. when >> where >> when >> where >> cost >>
Thursday, 13 November, 3.30pm–4.30pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Wednesday, 19 November, 3pm–4.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free
Family Fun Day Drop in to the gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities. when >> where >> cost >>
Sunday, 16 November, 9am–11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free
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Apps of the Month: Food Come along and have a play with some fun and portable popular food apps. when >> Tuesday, 18 November, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
iPads-Tablet Basics Learn the basics of using the touch screen. Connect to wi-fi, visit a website and find and download a free app. when >> Tuesday, 18 November, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
iPad-Taking and Editing Photos
Learn the basics of the iPad camera. Look at basic editing techniques, then give it amazing effects with the help of an app. when >> Tuesday, 18 November, 2pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Christmas Beading Design and make your own Christmas decorations or necklace. Learn how to bead step by step with different styles and techniques. when >> Saturday, 22 November, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Android Tablet Basics Learn the basics of using the touch screen. Connect to wi-fi, visit a website, and find and download a free app. when >> Monday, 24 November, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
3D Printing C: Creating Using Tinkercad participants will learn how to create a basic 3D model that can then be printed on a 3D printer. when >>
Wednesday, 19 November, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Final Murri Bookclub for 2014 Have you read ‘Tiddas’? Murri bookclub will discuss this fun book at our last bookclub for the year. when >> Wednesday, 19 November, 6pm–7pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
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Time-lapse Photography Learn how to use a time-lapse app on your smart phone or tablet and capture your own time-lapse video. when >> Tuesday, 25 November, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Parents and carers come join us for fun filled messy play adventures. Creative messy play helps develop fine motor skills and increases confidence in children. when >> where >>
Wednesday, 26 November, 9.30am–11am Aitkenvale Park, Petunia Street, Atikenvale cost >> Free
Hang a Different Christmas Wreath This Year
Get in early for Christmas by creating a stunning Christmas wreath using family photos. when >> Friday, 28 November, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Open Universities Australia Connect Library: Welcome and Information Get to know other OUA students and discover what the library has to offer you. Your OUA Connect Librarians are experienced in online learning. when >> Wednesday, 26 November, 1pm–2.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required
Drop in Thursday Do you need help with a range of technology tools? Drop in for informal individual or collaborative training sessions. when >> where >> cost >>
Thursday, 27 November, 10am–12pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free
Afternoon Tea with a Classic Everyone loves to discuss a classic! Join us for a literary afternoon tea to review the classic book Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte. when >>
Saturday, 29 November, 2.30pm–4.30pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> $5 bookings >> Required
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Messy Play in the Park
Troy Emery: into the wild glencore children's exhibition The 2014 Glencore Children’s Exhibition, Troy Emery: into the wild, showcases the stunning works of Melbourne-based artist Troy Emery. Children and families can engage daily in interactive art activities as part of the exhibition including taking a safari adventure of Troy’s magnificent creatures; learning about the artist, art theory and soft sculpture. when >> 29 August–19 October where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> Free Image: TROY EMERY Small Companion 2013 Polyester pompoms, polyurethane mannequin, glass eyes, plastic earliners and hot glue, 49 x 60 x 16cm Courtesy Martin Browne Contemporary. Photo: John Brash.
New Creative Workshops New and exciting workshops to come involving all different types of creative technologies. The library has many exciting resources such as a 3D printers, tablets, apps, MacBook Pros, media equipment including cameras, videos, green screen, lighting and microphones. All of which will be involved in different workshops over June, July and August. Keep an eye on Facebook, Twitter and the What’s On page on our website for more information. page 28
Imagine, Create, Play! Unleash your inventive side and have fun in our Creative Space. Drop in or attend a workshop. Make a robot bug, transform old clothes or discover 3D printing. You choose. Bookings are required for workshops. when >>
Monday, 29 September–Friday, 3 October, various times where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
The Learning Townsville Directory The Learning Townsville Directory aims to connect people with both formal and informal learning opportunities in Townsville via an online portal. The Directory provides greater access to learning opportunities for people of all ages as well as providing a platform for increased partnerships and networks between learning providers. To be included in the Directory or for more information contact the Community Information Centre 4771 4230 cic@townsville.qld.gov.au www.facebook.com/CICTownsville
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new books garmin etrex 10 gps
community development
Available in October
United voices building better connected communities.
i dinosaur
The Community Development section assists to build the community’s capacity by encouraging, supporting and delivering community services, raising awareness for health and wellbeing and connecting others through community partnerships.
American Museum of Natural History
Level 1, Northtown Building Flinders Street, Townsville City.
the beatles
Mick Manning & Brita Granstrom
garden to table Katherine Hengel
boy craft Sara Duchars & Sarah Marks
edward lear’s book of nonsense Edward Lear
treasury of animal tales
really horrible jokes: science jokes Karen King & Patience Coster page 30
www.townsville.qld.gov.au 07 4727 9680
Inclusive Community Advisory Committee Council have established an Inclusive Community Advisory Committee. Various special interest groups are represented and the group advocates for equity of access and advises council on current and emerging issues. For more information and how you can get involved visit www.townsville. qld.gov.au.
pinnacles gallery
citylibraries aitkenvale – 07 4727 8310
petunia st
galleries
aitkenvale park
l
n
charlotte st
ross river rd
mon, fri 9am–5pm tue, wed, thurs 9am–6pm sat 9am–3pm
bus exchange
pinnacles@townsville.qld.gov.au www.townsville.qld.gov.au 07 4773 8871 Pinnacles Gallery, Townsville
perc tucker gallery
denham st
flinders street – 07 4727 9666
flinders st
(Closed Mondays and Public Holidays)
t
l
stokes st
Opening Hours >> Tues–Sun: 10am–5pm
mon–fri 9am–5pm sat 9am–12pm sun 9am–1pm
dea n s
Riverway Arts Centre 20 Village Boulevard Thuringowa Central
ogden st
perc tucker regional gallery n
hudson st
thuringowa central – 07 4773 8811
Opening Hours >> Mon–Fri : 10am - 5pm Sat–Sun: 10am–2pm Closed Public Holidays
n
l
hinchinbrook dr
thuringowa drive
Crn Denham and Flinders Street Townsville ptrg@townsville.qld.gov.au www.townsville.qld.gov.au 07 4727 9011 Perc tucker Regional Gallery, Townsville
kirwan high school
mon, fri 9am–5pm tue, wed, thurs 9am–6pm sat 9am–3pm sun 9am–1pm
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A Library to your Inbox CityLibraries Townsville have launched Learn Discover Connect Highlights, a monthly snapshot of library news and upcoming events. The e-newsletter will follow a similar format to the Learn Discover Connect booklet, however you’ll be able to jump directly to bookings, websites, multimedia content and more. You’ll be first to hear about library news, including author visits, festivals and much more. To subscribe, visit the CityLibraries Townsville website or Facebook page.
MiTownsville WiFi will see high speed public access WiFi, powered by the NBN being delivered as part of the MiTownsville initiative.
borrowing allowance
This will initially be rolled out through the council libraries and subsequently implemented across other council run community facilities (stadiums, galleries, Riverway, Soundshell).
>> 4 weeks – Books and CDs >> 2 weeks – Magazines, DVDs, eBooks and eAudiobooks
The first stage of the MiTownsville WiFi will be rolled out in August 2013.
reservations for library items
>> Up to 25 items at any time >> Includes a maximum of 10 DVDs >> 10 eBooks and eAudiobooks
loan period renewals
Physical items can be renewed for up to two additional loan periods unless the items have been reserved by another member. Members can reserve items in the catalogue by phone, in person or online through My Library on the catalogue.