What’s On: Lane Cove AUGUST Lane Cove Festival Launch - Plaza Party: Friday 11 August, 3:30pm - 6:00pm Expect an afternoon of family fun in the Plaza featuring an energetic live performance by Lolo Lovina on her Gypsy Caravan stage, circus skills, a petting zoo, face painting and loads of exciting kids activities! After the launch, head over to Gallery Lane Cove from 6:00pm for the Lane Cove Art Award Exhibition opening night and judging announcements. LANE COVE LIBRARY All events are free. Call 9911 3634 to book. Social Media Workshops @ Lane Cove Library: Thursday 10 August, 10:00am – 12:00pm or Tuesday 15 August, 6:00pm - 8:00pm. In this second of this three part sessions, continue to learn the basics of Facebook, Twitter and Flickr as part of Tech Savvy Seniors program. Movies @ Lane Cove Library – Hidden Figures (2016): Tuesday 29 August, 2:00pm – 4:30pm. Based on a true story, this Oscar nominated film centres round the African American female mathematicians who worked at NASA during the Space race. The film stars Tarija P Henson, Kevin Costner and Kirsten Dunst. Author Talk @ Lane Cove Library – Cooking with Yoshiko Takeuchi: Tuesday 29 August, 6:15pm – 7:30pm. With nearly 20 years experience, Yoshiko Takeuchi will discuss her latest book Japanese Superfoods. You will learn about the ancient Japanese secret to staying healthy, ageing well and staying slim through the ancient art of Japanese superfoods. Thursday Tunes @ Lane Cove Library – A Celebration of the Musical: Thursday 31 August, 10:30am – 12:00pm. Local musician Graham Ball will discuss the mainstream musical stages of the western world, from the 18th Century to the present day.
For more details on these events visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au or call Lane Cove Council on 9911 3555. 28 I THE VILLAGE OBSERVER I NO. 265 I AUGUST 2017
BUSHCARE Native Plant Identification: Saturday 5 August, 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Get to know some of the more common native plants found in our bushland and how to identify them. Phone 9911 3583 for bookings. Venue provided on registration Living with Brush-turkeys: Thursday 17 August, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Terrace Function Room, 1 Pottery Lane. Join expert Ann Goeth, author of Mound Builders, for a closer look at the unique life of the Australian Brush-turkey. Discover fascinating facts about their foraging habits, breeding and why they build such large mounds! Get tips on how to live harmoniously with this fascinating bird. Phone 9911 3583 for bookings. ROAD SAFETY Free Workshop: Supervising Learner Driver:s Thursday 31 August, 6:30pm - 8:30pm, Regis Hall, Junior Campus, St Ignatius’ College Riverview. Learn some of the simple steps to supervise a learner driver at this free 2 hour workshop. Bookings: Council’s Road Safety Officer on 9911 3576 COFFEE CARNEVALE On Saturday 2 September, Lane Cove Plaza will be alive with the flair and flavour of Coffee Carnevale, a celebration of the local coffee culture in Lane Cove. Now in its fourth year, the 2017 event will be Venetian Carnevale themed featuring a jam-packed program of roving performers, free local samples, live art, face painting and children’s craft, including a Local Barista competition and the launch of the updated Lane Cove Coffee Guide. Local cafés will be at the forefront of the celebrations, enticing locals to take advantage of a range of specials available for one day only. A full list of in-store specials will be updated on Council’s website in the days leading up to the event. This year there will also be a focus on sustainable coffee practices. For full details visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/ carnevale
