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Local history
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Uncover the fascinating history of Redlands Coast
Coffee and conversation
Join us in sharing the memories, pictures and stories that make up our unique Redlands Coast history. Come to any session and enjoy new and interesting conversations each month. Bring your coffee and stories – we look forward to sharing our past with you. Thursday 1 September – Cemetery chat 10.30am – 12pm at Victoria Point Library
Wednesday 26 October – Loggers Crossing chat 10.30am – 12pm at Cleveland Library
Tuesday 22 November – Lighthouse chat 10.30am – 12pm at Capalaba Library
The past in your park: Cleveland Shire
Discover the rich history of Cleveland and the surrounding local area in this unique on-site local history presentation. Hear guest speaker Jan Somers share key features of the National Trust – Cleveland Point Heritage Walk, and learn the milestones of Cleveland’s evolution from shire to suburb.
Saturday 15 October 10.30am – 12pm at Library Square, Cleveland All ages welcome. Bookings required. 3829 8311
localhistory@redland.qld.gov.au
Ages: 13+ years. Bookings required. Book your place at
redland.qld.gov.au/LibraryWhatsOn
Language and literacy
Community languages
Our libraries don’t just stock books in English. We have a ready-to-borrow collection entirely dedicated to other languages. Enjoy fiction, large print, picture books and DVDs from countries around the world. Visit our branches to browse through an everchanging range of international resources.
LOTE for Kids
LOTE Online for Kids is our newest online library database, allowing children to enjoy the magic of books in 45+ languages. Enjoy classic stories read aloud in community languages, each with an English translation to assist with multilingual literacy development. Find it today through the library catalogue under ‘Language Learning’.
Matinee movies
Enjoy the best in classic and iconic cinema at our monthly matinee screenings. Bring your popcorn and snacks, and enjoy a new cinematic masterpiece each month. Enquire in-branch for film details. Saturday 3 September 1 – 3pm at Cleveland Library
Saturday 1 October 1 – 3pm at Cleveland Library
Saturday 5 November 1 – 3pm at Cleveland Library
Ages: 13+ years. Bookings required. Book your place at redland.qld.gov.au/LibraryWhatsOn
Games collections
PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch – we’ve got them all!
Elden Ring
PS4 | Xbox One
Dying Light 2
PS4 | Xbox One
Ghostwire
PS5
