Learn Discover Connect >> Learn with council >> Discover our workshops and programs >> Connect with your community
www.townsville.qld.gov.au
what’s on
Sep >> Oct >> Nov
audience key
early childhood (o-5 yrs)
primary school (6-12 yrs) youth (12-18 yrs)
adults
senior
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Youth Council is recruiting! The Townsville Youth Council is a dynamic and diverse team of young people, aged between 12 and 25, who meet regularly to identify local youth issues and strategies to address these issues. We want creative, friendly and energetic people who want to work as part of a team to raise the profile of young people in our community. Young people who live, work or study in Townsville can apply to be a member. Visit council’s website to apply online or email cdbsu@townsville.qld.gov.au with any enquiries.
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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. Dates and times listed throughout this booklet are current as of the time of printing.
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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 Ignite your child’s imagination and accelerate their language development by listening to great children’s stories, songs and rhymes. when >>
Tuesdays, 10am–11am, during the school term
where >>
CityLibraries Flinders Street
when >>
Wednesdays, 10am–11am
where >>
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
when >>
Fridays, 10am–11am (during the school term)
where >>
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
cost >>
Free
Baby
Rhyme Time
Set your singing voice free and explore nursery rhymes. Develop your childs preemergent literacy skills and connect with other parents and bubs. when >> where >> when >>
where >> cost >>
Mondays, 10am–10.30am Mondays, 11am–11.30am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Thursdays, 10am–10.30am (during the school term) Thursdays, 11am–11.30am (during the school term) CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free
Storytime with La Luna Youth Arts Join Jonathon from La Luna Youth Arts as he brings stories alive through story reading, drama and play. when >>
First Wednesday of the month, 10am–11am
where >> cost >>
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free
Multicultural Storytime
Come and listen to stories and songs in English and a different language at our multicultural storytime sessions. when >>
Every third Friday of the month (during school term) 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free
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One on One One on one help with computer or tablet basics. when >> Tuesdays, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central when >> Fridays, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free booking>> Required
COMPUTER PRACTICE CLUB
Computer classes Computer classes at your Community Centres. Weekly and monthly computer classes are now available. To find more information on these classes, visit www.townsville.qld.gov.au/ facilities/libraries or contact your library staff. when >> Weekly and monthly where >> Oonoonba Community where >> Railway Estate Community where >> Upper Ross Community where >> Rollingstone Community Centre where >> Garbutt Community Centre cost >> Free booking>> Required
walk in tuesday walk in wednesday
Flexible Session with facilitator. Learn or practice on computers or tablets or use a 3D printer in our Learn Space. Your equipment or ours.
Join us on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons for personal help with information and digital technology: mobile devices, eBooks, apps, photos, online learning and searching, and more.
when >>
when >> where >>
Tuesdays, 1pm–4pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
when >> where >>
Wednesdays, 1pm–4pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale
cost >>
Free
The third Thursday of every month, 1pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free advised>> Let us know if you have special requirements
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regular events
N
IO T A M R O F N I PARENT 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
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. when >>
Tuesdays, 9am–2pm Saturdays, 9am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free
Messy Play Unleash the mess! Increase your child’s confidence and develop their fine and gross motor skills by exploring fun, sensory and creative Messy Play. when >>
Wednesdays, 9am–9.45am and 10.30am–11.15am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required
Messy Play in the park when >> cost >>
Last Wednesday of the month, 9.30am–11am Free
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Join in the race to outerspace. Create your own rocket, come face to face with your own alien or imagine you’re an astronaut. Group bookings, please phone 47738818. when >> where >> cost >>
Monday 21 September– Sunday 4 October All branches Free
If your child loves talking about books and is aged between 10 and 14 years, they might like to join iRead, our book club for young people. To find out more, email library@townsville.qld.gov.au when >>
Last Wednesday of the month, 3.30pm–4.30pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required
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Tue 1 Sep
time 9.30am
activity name Parent Information Session >> Cyber Safety
venue CityLibraries Aitkenvale Lounge
pg 9
Tue 1 Sep
10am
art-box
Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre
9
Tue 1 Sep
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
10
Tue 1 Sep
3.30pm
After School Art Program >> Mini Masterpieces
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10
Tue 1 Sep
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10
Wed 2 Sep
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
10
Wed 2 Sep
3.30pm
After School Art Program >> Mini Masterpieces
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10
Fri 4 Sep
10am
Storytime >> Father’s Day
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
10
Sat 5 Sep
11am
Train a Stronger Lawn
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
11
Mon 7 Sep
9am
Monday Morning Art Group
Pinnacles Gallery
11
Tue 8 Sep
9am
Australian Hearing >> Free Screenings
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
11
Tue 8 Sep
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
10
Tue 8 Sep
3.30pm
After School Art Program >> Mini Masterpieces
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10
Tue 8 Sep
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10
Wed 9 Sep
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
10
Wed 9 Sep
3.30pm
After School Art Program >> Mini Masterpieces
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10
Thu 10 Sep
3.30pm
Loud Lounge >> Sand Art
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
11
Fri 11 Sep
10am
Storytime >> Slap Away Dengue
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
11
Sat 12 Sep
10am
Murri Rainbow Bookclub
CityLibraries Flinders Street
12
Sat 12 Sep
10am
Pokemon Club
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
12
Mon 14 Sep
9am
Monday Morning Art Group
Pinnacles Gallery
11
Tue 15 Sep
9am
Australian Hearing >> Free Screenings
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
11
Tue 15 Sep
10am
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Mobile Library Magnetic Island
12
Tue 15 Sep
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
10
Tue 15 Sep
3.30pm
After School Art Program >> Mini Masterpieces
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10
Tue 15 Sep
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10
Wed 16 Sep
10am
Stay Smart Online
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Learn Space
12
Wed 16 Sep
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
10
Wed 16 Sep
3pm
Loud Lounge >> Sand Art
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
11
Wed 16 Sep
3.30pm
After School Art Program >> Mini Masterpieces
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10
Thu 17 Sep
9am
Australian Hearing >> Free Screenings
CityLibraries Flinders Street
11
Thu 17 Sep
6pm
How the Public Trustee Can Help You
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
12
Sat 19 Sep
10am
Cool Clips About Climate Change
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
13
Sun 20 Sep
10.30am
Free Family Fun Day
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
13
Mon 21 Sep
10.30am
Art Escape School Holiday Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
13
Mon 21 Sep
7pm
Mayor Jenny Hill launches The Struggle for Unity by author Graham Wilcox
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
14
Mon 21 Sep
1pm
Shop n Play Art Workshops >> Prehistoric Creatures of the Ice
Willows Shopping Centre
13
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september. october. november.
date
time
activity name
venue
pg
Tue 22 Sep
9.30am
School Holiday Program >> Ozobots
CityLibraries Flinders Street
14
Tue 22 Sep
11am
School Holiday Program >> Ozobots
CityLibraries Flinders Street
14 14
Tue 22 Sep
10am
Imagine, Play, Create
Mobile Library Service, Magnetic Island
Tue 22 Sep
10.30am
Art Escape School Holiday Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
13
Tue 22 Sep
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
10
Tue 22 Sep
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10
7pm
North Queensland Deserted Towns Launch and Author Talk
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
14
Tue 22 Sep
1pm
Shop n Play Art Workshops >> Prehistoric Creatures of the Ice
Willows Shopping Centre
13
Wed 23 Sep
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
10
Wed 23 Sep
1pm
Shop n Play Art Workshops >> Prehistoric Creatures of the Ice
Willows Shopping Centre
13
Wed 23 Sep
6.30pm
An Introduction to Toastmasters
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
15
Wed 23 Sep
10.30am
Art Escape School Holiday Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
13
Tue 22 Sep
Thu 24 Sep
9.30am
School Holiday Program >> Ozobots
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
14
Thu 24 Sep
11am
School Holiday Program >> Ozobots
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
14
Thu 24 Sep
10.30am
Art Escape School Holiday Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
13
Thu 24 Sep
1pm
Shop n Play Art Workshops >> Prehistoric Creatures of the Ice
Willows Shopping Centre
13
Fri 25 Sep
10.30am
Art Escape School Holiday Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
13
Fri 25 Sep
1pm
Shop n Play Art Workshops >> Prehistoric Creatures of the Ice
Willows Shopping Centre
13
Sat 26 Sep
9.30am
Advanced Ochre Painting
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
15
Sat 26 Sep
10am
Weave the Reef / Love the Reef
Museum of Tropical Queensland
15
Mon 28 Sep
10.30am
Art Escape School Holiday Program
Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre
13 14
Tue 29 Sep
10am
Imagine, Play, Create
CityLibraries Mobile Library Magnetic Island
Tue 29 Sep
10.30am
Art Escape School Holiday Program
Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre
13
Tue 29 Sep
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
10
Tue 29 Sep
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
10
Wed 30 Sep
9.30am
Messy Play in the Park
Rossiter Park, Kimble Street, Aitkenvale
15
Wed 30 Sep
10.30am
Art Escape School Holiday Program
Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre
13
Wed 30 Sep
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
10
Wed 30 Sep
6.30pm
An Introduction to Toastmasters
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
15
see page numbers for more information and bookings page 8
Rainbow Connections >> LGBTI information and good reads
where >>
“We read to know we are not alone” (WilliamNicholson). Discover resources recommended by LGBTI community organisations and library staff featuring LGBTI characters and topics.
CityLibraries Flinders Street Digitisation Lounge cost >> Free booking >> Required, contact 4727 9717 to make a booking
when >> where >>
Tuesday 1 September CityLibraries online at http://bit.ly/tsvlgbtiebook cost >> Free
Parent Information Session >> Cyber Safety
Discover cyber safety tips every parent should know from a local Townsville police officer. when >> Tuesday 1 September, 9.30am–10am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale Lounge cost >> Free
art-box Come and explore Pinnacles Gallery, learn about art, meet new friends and have fun! This program is designed for under 5s, mums, dads and carers. when >> where >>
Tuesday 1 September, 10am–11am Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre cost >> Free
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Digitise it, Preserve it, Share it Learn to digitise your family photos, books, slides and negatives in this practical one-on-one workshop. Contact 4727 9717 to secure your place.
september. october. november.
Walk in Tuesday Support is available every Tuesday afternoon for individual and group help with information and digital tools, mobile devices, eBooks, eMagazines, social media, online learning, online searching and more. when >>
After School Art Program >> Mini Masterpieces
Participants will develop art skills and gain confidence to express themselves creatively through hands on activities led by a qualified visual arts teacher. when >>
Tuesday 1 September, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 2 September, 3.30pm–5pm Tuesday 8 September, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 9 September, 3.30pm–5pm Tuesday 15 September, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 16 September, 3.30pm–5pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $20 per session/$130 all nine weeks or $15 per session/$100 all nine weeks for Friends of the Galleries booking >> Required
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 >>
Tuesday 1 September, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 8 September, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 15 September, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 22 September, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 29 September, 6.30pm–9.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 booking >> Required
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Tuesday 1 September, 1pm–4pm Tuesday 8 September, 1pm–4pm Tuesday 15 September, 1pm–4pm Tuesday 22 September, 1pm–4pm Tuesday 29 September, 1pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free
Walk in Wednesday Support is available every Wednesday afternoon for individual and group help with information and digital tools, mobile devices, eBooks, eMagazines, social media, online learning, online searching, and more. when >>
where >> cost >>
Wednesday 2 September, 1pm–4pm Wednesday 9 September, 1pm–4pm Wednesday 16 September, 1pm–4pm Wednesday 23 September, 1pm–4pm Wednesday 30 September, 1pm–4pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free
Storytime >> Father’s Day Join us in celebrating fathers everywhere with fabulous stories, songs, rhymes and craft. when >> Friday 4 September, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free
when >> Saturday 5 September, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required
september. october. november.
Train a Stronger Lawn Join the team from Integrated Sustainability Services to learn how to train a stronger lawn. Swap your old sprinkler for a new efficient sprinkler.
Loud Lounge: Sand Art Have fun with your friends and create intricate designs using coloured sand. when >> Thursday 10 September, 3.30pm–4.30pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale when >> Wednesday 16 September, 3pm–4.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free
Monday Morning Art Group Social painting sessions creating art in oils, acrylic, pastels and watercolours. when >> where >> cost >>
Monday 7 September, 9am–3pm Monday 14September, 9am–3pm Pinnacles Gallery Free to join but you must be a member of U3A to participate ($20 per year)
Australian Hearing >> Free Screenings
One in six people in Australia has a hearing loss and Australian Hearing is dedicated to helping people manage their hearing impairment so they have a better quality of life. To book your FREE hearing screening contact Australian Hearing on 4771 9100. when >> Tuesday 8 September, 9am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central when >> Tuesday 15 September, 9am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale when >> Thursday 17 September, 9am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free booking >> Required
Storytime >> Slap Away Dengue
Mosquit borne Diseases
Children will learn some tips for staying clear of catching dengue fever. Get up close (but not too close) to a container of live mossies without being bitten. when >> Friday 11 September, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free
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Murri Rainbow Bookclub
Stay Smart Online
A selection of books from the First Peoples of Australia, Canada and Africa will be discussed. It will be a very interesting morning.
Learn how to identify the risks and the simple steps you can take to protect your personal and financial information online.
when >> Saturday 12 September, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free booking >> Required
when >> where >>
Wednesday 16 September, 10am–12pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Learn Space cost >> Free booking >> Required
Pokemon Club A club for children 8 and over to come together and trade battle cards, play video games and share their love of all things Pokemon. when >> Saturday 12 September, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free
Walk in Tuesday Join us during the Bay Dayz Festival for Walk in Tuesday on the Island. Bring your mobile device and we will help you use it. when >> where >>
Tuesday 15 September, 10am–12pm CityLibraries Mobile Library Magnetic Island cost >> Free
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How the Public Trustee Can Help You
Enduring Power of Attorney, will making, deceased estate administration, executor services, financial administration for people with incapacity, real estate auctions and sales will be discussed at this information session. when >> Thursday 17 September, 6pm–7pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required
In this series of four workshops you can have your say on climate change and learn how to create a film clip using stop motion animation. Participants must attend all four workshops. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>
Saturday 19 September, 10am–1pm Saturday 3 October, 10am–1pm Saturday 17 October, 10am–1pm Saturday 31 October, 10am – 1pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required
Free Family Fun Day
when >> Sunday 20 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> Free
Art Escape School Holiday Program
Galleries’ school holiday workshop program with art workshops led by local artists for children. when >>
Monday 21 September, 10.30am–12pm Tuesday 22 September, 10.30am–12pm Wednesday 23 September, 10.30am–12pm Thursday 24 September, 10.30am–12pm Friday 25 September, 10.30am–12pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery when >> Monday 28 September, 10.30am–12pm Tuesday 29 September, 10.30am–12pm Wednesday 30 September, 10.30am–12pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 or $10 Friends of the Galleries discount booking >> Required
On the third Sunday of every month, drop in to the gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities.
september. october. november.
Cool Clips About Climate Change
Shop n Play Art Workshops >> Prehistoric Creatures of the Ice
Join the galleries during the school holidays for FREE drop-in art making activities at Willows Shopping Centre. Stomp your way through the school holidays wearing your very own Ice Age Dinosaur Head dress. Work with local artist MJ to create and make your crazy head piece using PVA foam, cardboard, cable ties and fuzzy fur. This program is offered at Willows Shopping Centre as part of the Perc Tucker Regional Gallery and Pinnacles Gallery’s Shop n Play program. when >>
Monday 21 September, 1pm–4pm Monday 22 September, 1pm–4pm Monday 23 September, 1pm–4pm Monday 24 September, 1pm–4pm Monday 25 September, 1pm–4pm where >> Willows Shopping Centre cost >> Free
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Mayor Jenny Hill launches The Struggle for Unity by author Graham Wilcox
Join us to hear the story of Sir Arthur Rutledge member for Kennedy and Charters Towers from 1883 to 1893 who campaigned for federation and against separation and the use of South Sea Islander labour. when >> Monday 21 September, 7pm–9pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required
School Holiday Program >> Ozobots Use visual programming language or code with Ozobot the robot, to play games and solve puzzles. when >>
Tuesday 22 September, 9.30am–10.30am Tuesday 22 September, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street when >> Thursday 24 September, 9.30am–10.30am Thursday 24 September, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required
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Imagine, Play, Create Join in the race to outer space. Create your own rocket, come face to face with your own alien or imagine you’re an astronaut. Group bookings, please phone 4773 8818. when >>
Tuesday 22 September, 10am–12pm Tuesday 29 September, 10am–12pm where >> Mobile Service, Lions Park, Nelly Bay, Magnetic Island cost >> Free
North Queensland Deserted Towns Launch and Author Talk
Join us for the launch of the much awaited, North Queensland Deserted Towns, volume 9: Bowen, Mackay, Townsville and be in the running to win your own copy. when >> Tuesday 22 September, 7pm–9pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required
Do you want to gain confidence and improve your speaking and leadership skills? Toastmasters will show you how at this introductory session. when >>
Wednesday 23 September, 6.30pm–8.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central when >> Wednesday 30 September, 6.30pm–8.30pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required
Weave the Reef / Love the Reef Join Fibres and Fabrics and artist Marion Gaemers in a series of free workshops to create coral reef structures from recycled materials. when >> where >>
Saturday 26 September, 10am–1pm Museum of Tropical Queensland
cost >> Free
Messy Play in the Park Unleash the mess! Improve your child’s social and learning confidence by enhancing their developmental and fine/gross motor skills by exploring sensory, creative and fun activities at Messy Play. when >> where >>
Wednesday 30 September, 9.30am–11am Rossiter Park, Kimble Street, Aitkenvale
cost >> Free
get social! Advanced Ochre Painting Let ochre painting capture your imagination as you apply Aboriginal symbols to create your story. when >> Saturday 26 September, 9.30am–12.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required
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An Introduction to Toastmasters
september. october. november.
date
time
Thu 1 Oct
activity name
venue
Rocktober Photo Competition
Thu 1 Oct 10.30am
Art Escape School Holiday Program
pg 17
Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre
17
Fri 2 Oct
9.30am
School Holiday Program >> Ozobots
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
17
Fri 2 Oct
10.30am
Art Escape School Holiday Program
Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre
17
Fri 2 Oct
11am
School Holiday Program >> Ozobots
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
17
Sat 3 Oct
10am
Cool Clips about Climate Change
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
13
Tue 6 Oct
9.30am
Parent Information Session >> Fussy Eaters
CityLibraries Aitkenvale Lounge
18
Tue 6 Oct
10am
Storytime >> Rock Your Socks Off
CityLibraries Flinders Street
18 18
Tue 6 Oct
10am
art-box
Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre
Tue 6 Oct
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
17
Tue 6 Oct
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
19
Tue 6 Oct
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
18
Wed 7 Oct
10am
Storytime >> Rock Your Socks Off
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
18
Wed 7 Oct
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
19
Wed 7 Oct
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
19
Thu 8 Oct
3.30pm
Loud Lounge >> Rocktober Open Mic Arvo
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
19
Fri 9 Oct
10am
Storytime >> Rock Your Socks Off
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
18 20
Sat 10 Oct
10am
Pokemon Club
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
Sat 10 Oct
10am
Murri Rainbow Bookclub
CityLibraries Flinders Street
19
Sat 10 Oct
1pm
The Study and Tradition of Numerology
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
20
Mon 12 Oct
9am
Monday Morning Art Group
Pinnacles Gallery
20
Tue 13 Oct
10am
Storytime >> Rock Your Socks Off
CityLibraries Flinders Street
18
Tue 13 Oct
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
17
Tue 13 Oct
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
19
Tue 13 Oct
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
18
Wed 14 Oct
10am
Storytime >> Rock Your Socks Off
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
18
Wed 14 Oct
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
19
Wed 14 Oct
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
19
Fri 16 Oct
9.30am
Learn How to Preserve Your Precious Photographs, Books and Documents
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
20
Sat 17 Oct
10am
Cool Clips about Climate Change
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
13
Sun 18 Oct
10.30am
Free Family Fun Day
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
20
Mon 19 Oct
9am
Monday Morning Art Group
Pinnacles Gallery
20
Tue 20 Oct
10am
Storytime >> Rock Your Socks Off
CityLibraries Flinders Street
18
Tue 20 Oct
10am
Book Box Workshop
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
21
Tue 20 Oct
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
17
Tue 20 Oct
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
19
Tue 20 Oct
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
18
Wed 21 Oct
10am
Storytime >> Rock Your Socks Off
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
18
Wed 21 Oct
10am
Internet Basics
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Learn Space
21
Wed 21 Oct
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
19
Wed 21 Oct
3pm
Loud Lounge >> Rocktober Open Mic Arvo
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
19
Wed 21 Oct
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
19
Fri 23 Oct
10am
Storytime >> Rock Your Socks Off
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
18
Sat 24 Oct
9am
Townsville Artist Market
Riverway Arts Centre
21
Sat 24 Oct
10am
Connections >> Cancer Wellness Presentation at Breast Cancer Survivor Workshop
Townsville Hospital
21
Mon 26 Oct
9am
Monday Morning Art Group
Pinnacles Gallery
20
Tue 27 Oct
10am
Storytime >> Rock Your Socks Off
CityLibraries Flinders Street
18
Tue 27 Oct
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
17
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time 3.30pm
After School Art Program
activity name
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
venue
pg 19
Tue 27 Oct
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
18
Wed 28 Oct
9.30am
Messy Play in the Park
Dan Gleeson’s Garden playground, Thuringowa Central
22
Wed 28 Oct
10am
Storytime >> Rock Your Socks Off
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
18
Wed 28 Oct
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
19
Wed 28 Oct
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
19
Fri 30 Oct
10am
Storytime >> Rock Your Socks Off
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
18
Fri 30 Oct
6.30pm
Rocktober Trivia Quiz
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
22
Sat 31 Oct
10am
Cool Clips about Climate Change
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
13
Sat 31 Oct
10am
Weave the Reef / Love the Reef
Reef HQ
22
Rocktober Photo Competition Do you have a photo of yourself with a rock star, at an amazing concert or in fancy dress as a famous performer? Contact the library for entry information. when >> 1–31 October cost >> Free
Digitise it, Preserve it, Share it Learn to digitise your family photos, books, slides and negatives in this practical one-on-one workshop. Contact 4727 9717 to secure your place. where >>
CityLibraries Flinders Street Digitisation Lounge cost >> Free booking >> Required, contact 4727 9717 to make a booking
School Holiday Program >> Ozobots Use visual programming language or code with Ozobot the robot, to play games and solve puzzles. when >>
Friday 2 October, 9.30am–10.30am Friday 2 October, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required
Walk in Tuesday Art Escape School Holiday Program Art Escape is the Galleries’ school holiday workshop program with art workshops led by local artists for children. when >>
Thursday 1 October, 10.30am–12pm Friday 2 October, 10.30am–12pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre cost >> $15 or $10 Friends of the galleries discount booking >> Required
Support is available every Tuesday afternoon for individual and group help with information and digital tools, mobile devices, eBooks, eMagazines, social media, online learning, online searching, and more. when >>
Tuesday 6 October, 1pm–4pm Tuesday 13 October, 1pm–4pm Tuesday 20 October, 1pm–4pm Tuesday 27 October, 1pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free
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date Tue 27 Oct
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Storytime >> Rock Your Socks Off
Time to Rock Your Socks Off at our Rocktober Storytimes. Swing and sway to great stories, songs and rhymes. when >>
art-box Come and explore Pinnacles Gallery, learn about art, meet new friends and have fun! This program is designed for under 5s, mums, dads and carers. when >> Tuesday 6 October, 10am–11am where >> Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre cost >> Free
where >> when >>
where >>
Tuesday 6 October, 10am–11am Tuesday 13 October, 10am–11am Tuesday 20 October, 10am–11am Tuesday 27 October, 10am–11am CityLibraries Flinders Street Wednesday 7 October, 10am–11am Wednesday 14 October, 10am–11am Wednesday 21 October, 10am–11am Wednesday 28 October, 10am–11am CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
when >>
Friday 9 October, 10am–11am Friday 23 October, 10am–11am Friday 30 October, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free
Parent Information Session >> Fussy Eaters
Discover how to tackle fussy eating in children and learn new techniques to assist with understanding and overcoming problems at meal time. when >> Tuesday 6 October, 9.30am–10am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale Lounge cost >> Free
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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 >>
Tuesday 6 October, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 13 October, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 20 October, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 27 October, 6.30pm–9.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 booking >> Required
when >>
Tuesday 6 October, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 7 October, 3.30pm–5pm Tuesday 13 October, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 14 October, 3.30pm–5pm Tuesday 20 October, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 21 October, 3.30pm–5pm Tuesday 27 October, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 28 October, 3.30pm–5pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $20 per session / $150 all ten weeks or $15 per session/ $120 all ten weeks for Friends of the Galleries booking >> Required
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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.
Loud Lounge >> Rocktober Open Mic Arvo
Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just learning the ropes you’re invited to showcase your musical talent at CityLibraries Townsville’s Rocktober open mic event for young people aged 12–18 years. Come along and chill out while being entertained by Townsville’s talented youth. when >> Thursday 8 October, 3.30pm–4.30pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale when >> Wednesday 21 October, 3pm–4.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free
Walk in Wednesday Support is available every Wednesday afternoon for individual and group help with information and digital tools, mobile devices, eBooks, eMagazines, social media, online learning, online searching and more. when >>
Wednesday 7 October, 1pm–4pm Wednesday 14 October, 1pm–4pm Wednesday 21 October, 1pm–4pm Wednesday 28 October, 1pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free
Murri Rainbow Bookclub A selection of books from the First Peoples of Australia, Canada and Africa will be discussed. It will be a very interesting morning. when >> Saturday 10 October, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free booking >> Required
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Monday Morning Art Group Social painting sessions creating art in oils, acrylic, pastels and watercolours. when >>
where >> cost >>
Pokemon Club A club for children 8 and over to come together and trade battle cards, play video games and share their love of all things Pokemon. when >> Saturday 10 October, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free
Monday 12 October, 9am–3pm Monday 19 October, 9am–3pm Monday 26 October, 9am–3pm Pinnacles Gallery Free to join but you must be a member of U3A to participate ($20 per year)
Learn How to Preserve Your Precious Photographs, Books and Documents
In this practical workshop, you will be guided through the process of constructing enclosures and archival quality boxes for your precious photographs, documents and books. when >> where >>
Friday 16 October, 9.30am–1.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
cost >> Free booking >> Required
The Study and Tradition of Numerology
Numerology addresses the relationships between the philosophical and esoteric meaning of numbers and their effect in human life. Are you interested in knowing more about the role of numbers in your life? when >> where >>
Saturday 10 October, 1pm–2.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
cost >> Free booking >> Required
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Free Family Fun Day On the third Sunday of every month, drop in to the gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities. when >> Sunday 18 October, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> Free
when >> where >>
Tuesday 20 October, 10am–12.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
cost >> Free booking >> Required
Townsville Artist Market The best local arts, craft and homemade food produce! Find the perfect gift and support our local artists and crafts people. There will be free art activities and entertainment for the whole family. when >> Saturday 24 October, 9am–12pm where >> Riverway Arts Centre cost >> Free
Internet Basics Expand your world. What is the internet? Learn how to browse and search the world wide web, explore online learning sites, view maps and find your house. when >> where >>
Wednesday 21 October, 10am–12pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Learn Space cost >> Free booking >> Required
Connections >> Cancer Wellness Presentation at Breast Cancer Survivor Workshop
Library staff will share with participants the books, magazines and online information available in the cancer wellness collection. Check out the eBook online at http://bit.ly/tsvcancerebook. when >> Saturday 24 October, 10am–1pm where >> Townsville Hospital booking >> Bookings with Townsville Hospital and Health Service
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Book Box Workshop Change an old book into a container to store objects or add inner boxes to showcase items of your choice.
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Messy Play in the Park Unleash the mess! Improve your child’s social and learning confidence by enhancing their developmental and fine/gross motor skills by exploring sensory, creative and fun activities at Messy Play. when >> where >>
Wednesday 28 October, 9.30am–11am Dan Gleeson’s Garden playground, Thuringowa Central cost >> Free
Rocktober Trivia Quiz Come along and put your rock knowledge to the test, have fun and help raise funds for the Mayor’s Christmas Appeal. Teams of up to 10. when >> Friday 30 October, 6.30pm–9.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> $50 (table fee) booking >> Required
discover the stories of our library community on instagram! Follow @townsvillelib and look out for our weekly #WeAreTownsville posts. To get involved, use #TsvLib in your posts. We will repost our favourite photos.
Weave the Reef / Love the Reef Join Fibres and Fabrics and artist Marion Gaemers in a series of free workshops to create coral reef structures from recycled materials. when >> Saturday 31 October, 10am–1pm where >> Reef HQ cost >> Free
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date Mon 2 Nov Tue 3 Nov Tue 3 Nov
time
activity name
9am
Monday Morning Art Group
9.30am 10am
venue
pg
Pinnacles Gallery
24
Parent Information Session >> Children’s Oral Health
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
24
art-box
Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre
24 24
Tue 3 Nov
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
Tue 3 Nov
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25
Tue 3 Nov
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25
Wed 4 Nov
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
25
Wed 4 Nov
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25
Sat 7 Nov
10am
Mother and Daughter Beading Workshop
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
25
Mon 9 Nov
9am
Monday Morning Art Group
Pinnacles Gallery
24
Tue 10 Nov
10am
Virtual Tour of National Museum of Australia CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
26
Tue 10 Nov
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
24
Tue 10 Nov
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25
Tue 10 Nov
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25
Wed 11 Nov
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
25
Wed 11 Nov
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25
Wed 11 Nov
6.30pm
Author Talk with Judy Nunn
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
26
Sat 14 Nov
10am
Rainbow Murri Bookclub
CityLibraries Flinders Street
26
Sat 14 Nov
10am
Pokemon Club
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
26
Sun 15 Nov
10.30am
Free Family Fun Day
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
26
Mon 16 Nov
9am
Monday Morning Art Group
Pinnacles Gallery
24
Tue 17 Nov
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
24
Tue 17 Nov
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25
Tue 17 Nov
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25 27
Wed 18 Nov
10am
Aboriginal Astronomy via the Internet
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
Wed 18 Nov
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
25
Wed 18 Nov
3pm
Loud Lounge >> Duct Tape DIY
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
27
Wed 18 Nov
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25
Mon 23 Nov
9am
Monday Morning Art Group
Pinnacles Gallery
24
Mon 23 Nov
10am
Create your own Christmas Cards
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
27
Tue 24 Nov
1pm
Walk in Tuesday
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
24
Tue 24 Nov
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25
Tue 24 Nov
6.30pm
Percival’s Life Drawing
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25 27
Wed 25 Nov
9.30am
Messy Play in the Park
Sheriff Park, Mundingburra
Wed 25 Nov
1pm
Walk in Wednesday
CityLibraries Aitkenvale
25
Wed 25 Nov
2pm
Skype
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Learn Space
28
Wed 25 Nov
3.30pm
After School Art Program
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
25
Sat 28 Nov
10am
Book Launch >> “5 cent pickle sayings on behalf of Pickle me Grandmother”
CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
28
Sat 28 Nov
10am
Weave the Reef / Love the Reef
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery
28
Mon 30 Nov
9am
Monday Morning Art Group
Pinnacles Gallery
24
see page numbers for more information and bookings page 23
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Digitise it, Preserve it, Share it Learn to digitise your family photos, books, slides and negatives in this practical one-on-one workshop. Contact 4727 9717 to secure your place. where >>
CityLibraries Flinders Street Digitisation Lounge cost >> Free booking >> Required, contact 4727 9717 to make a booking
Parent Information Session >> Children’s Oral Health
Discover how to best look after your child’s teeth and learn more about their development. when >> Tuesday 3 November, 9.30am–10am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free
Monday Morning Art Group Social painting sessions creating art in oils, acrylic, pastels and watercolours. when >>
where >> cost >>
Monday 2 November, 9am–3pm Monday 9 November, 9am–3pm Monday 16 November, 9am–3pm Monday 23 November, 9am–3pm Monday 30 November, 9am–3pm Pinnacles Gallery Free to join but you must be a member of U3A to participate ($20 per year)
Walk in Tuesday Support is available every Tuesday afternoon for individual and group help with information and digital tools, mobile devices, eBooks, eMagazines, social media, online learning, online searching and more. when >>
Tuesday 3 November, 1pm–4pm Tuesday 10 November, 1pm–4pm Tuesday 17 November, 1pm–4pm Tuesday 24 November, 1pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free
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art-box Come and explore Pinnacles Gallery, learn about art, meet new friends and have fun! This program is designed for under 5s, mums, dads and carers. when >> Tuesday 3 November, 10am–11am where >> Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre cost >> Free
when >>
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 >>
Wednesday 4 November, 1pm–4pm Wednesday 11 November, 1pm–4pm Wednesday 18 November, 1pm–4pm Wednesday 25 November, 1pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free
Tuesday 3 November, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 4 November, 3.30pm–5pm Tuesday 10 November, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 11 November, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 17 November, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 18 November, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 24 November, 3.30pm–5pm Wednesday 25 November, 30pm–5pm
where >> cost >>
Perc Tucker Regional Gallery $20 per session / $150 all ten weeks or $15 per session/ $120 all ten weeks for Friends of the Galleries booking >> Required
Mother and Daughter Beading Workshop
Have fun creating something beautiful together, to keep or give as a gift. Use polymer clay to make your own beads. when >> Saturday 7 November, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free
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 >>
Tuesday 3 November, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 10 November, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 17 November, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 24 November, 6.30pm–9.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 booking >> Required
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Walk in Wednesday Support is available every Wednesday afternoon for individual and group help with information and digital tools, mobile devices, eBooks, eMagazines, social media, online learning, online searching and more.
september. october. november.
Rainbow Murri Bookclub A selection of books from the First Peoples of Australia, Canada and Africa will be discussed. It will be a very interesting morning. when >> where >>
Saturday 14 November, 10am–11am CityLibraries Flinders Street
cost >> Free booking >> Required
Virtual Tour of National Museum of Australia
Explore the Indigenous Australian gallery through a virtual tour with Cassporav and Chesster the robots. when >> where >>
Tuesday 10 November, 10am–11am CityLibraries Thuringowa Central
cost >> Free booking >> Required
Pokemon Club A club for children 8 and over to come together and trade battle cards, play video games and share their love of all things Pokemon. when >> Saturday 14 November, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free
Author Talk with Judy Nunn Join best-selling Australian author Judy Nunn as she discusses her latest book ‘Spirits of the Ghan’, which journeys into the red heart of Australia. A Q&A session and book signing will follow the presentation. when >>
Wednesday 11 November, 6.30pm for a 7pm start where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central booking >> Required. Contact the library for details. cost >> Free
Free Family Fun Day On the third Sunday of every month, drop in to the gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities. when >> Sunday 15 November, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> Free
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Aboriginal Astronomy via the Internet
Are you interested in Aboriginal astronomy? Honours student Michelle Gantevoort (UNSW) is researching the astronomical knowledge of Tasmanian Aboriginal cultures for an Honours degree in Indigenous studies. when >> where >>
Wednesday 18 November, 10am–11am CityLibraries Aitkenvale
cost >> Free booking >> Required
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Create Your Own Christmas Cards
Design your own awesome, eye-grabbing Christmas Cards. Give a greeting that will be cherished for a lifetime. when >> Monday 23 November, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required
Messy Play in the Park Unleash the mess! Improve your child’s social and learning confidence by enhancing their developmental and fine/gross motor skills by exploring sensory, creative and fun activities at Messy Play. when >> Wednesday 25 November, 9.30am–11am where >> Sheriff Park, Mundingburra cost >> Free
Loud Lounge >> Duct Tape DIY
Stick with your friends and discover what amazing things you can create with duct tape. when >> Wednesday 18 November, 3pm–4.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free
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Skype Learn how to stay in touch with your family and friends for free on Skype. when >> where >>
Wednesday 25 November, 2pm–4pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Learn Space cost >> Free booking >> Required
Weave the Reef / Love the Reef Join Fibres and Fabrics and artist Marion Gaemers in a series of free workshops to create coral reef structures from recycled materials. when >> Saturday 28 November, 10am–1pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> Free
YOUR ZINIO ONLINE MAGAZINE Book Launch >> “5 cent pickle sayings on behalf of Pickle me Grandmother” Join us for the launch of local author Jenny Gail’s quirky book full of quaint and wonderful sayings passed down from generation to generation. when >> Saturday 28 November, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Bookings required for catering purposes
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FOR FREE , online for free.hen >>Available now
Receive free full text copies of Architecture Australia to your laptop or mobile device, access back copies and keep them forever. Check out this title and more from the ZINIO link on the Townsville CityLibraries webpage.
Available now where >> Online cost >> Free
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Cyclone Sunday Plan. Prepare. Survive.
sunday 1 nov, 9am–12pm Strand Park Gather tips on how to prepare yourself, your family and your property for cyclones. R Emergency kit information and storm tide evacuation tips. R Have your important documents scanned onto a free USB. R Information displays and live entertainment. R Kids activities plus free giveaways.
www.townsville.qld.gov.au Townsville Disaster Information
get
ready QUEENSLAND
qld.gov.au/getready
Chill out under the stars and raintrees at Riverway at the free monthly Movie Nights! Bring a blanket and watch rom coms, comedy, action and family favourites on the big screen. Visit Facebook, or the Riverway page at www.townsville.qld.gov.au to see what’s screening.
www.townsville.qld.gov.au
Rotary Club of Thuringowa Central
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new books a force for good Daniel Goleman
for the love of rhinos (& this life) Heather Caddick
beer + food Ross Dobson
catch and kill Joel Deane
blender girl smoothies: 100 gluten-free, vegan & paleo-friendly recipes Tess Masters
green & hidden from above Sybille Kramer page 30
community development United voices building better connected communities. 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. Level 1, Northtown Building Flinders Street, Townsville City. 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
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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)
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l
stokes st
Opening Hours >> Tues–Sun: 10am–5pm
mon–fri 9am–5pm sat 9am–12pm sun 9am–1pm
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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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Join CityLibraries Townsville to launch the Summer Reading Club with bestselling children’s author and entertainer Andy Jones as he presents a hilarious literacy and musical show about jokes and humour. Supported by Blue Wattle Defence Housing Australia. when >> Saturday 21 November, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free
The Learning Townsville Directory
borrowing allowance
The Learning Townsville Directory aims to connect people with both formal and informal learning opportunities in Townsville via an online portal.
>> Up to 25 items at any time >> Includes a maximum of 10 DVDs >> 10 eBooks and eAudiobooks
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.
>> 4 weeks – Books and CDs >> 2 weeks – Magazines, DVDs, eBooks and eAudiobooks
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
loan period
renewals Physical items can be renewed for up to two additional loan periods unless the items have been reserved by another member.
reservations for library items Members can reserve items in the catalogue by phone, in person or online through My Library on the catalogue.