Learn Discover Connect

Learn Discover Connect >> Learn with council >> Discover our workshops and programs >> Connect with your community

www.townsville.qld.gov.au

what’s on

Dec >> Jan >> Feb

summer reading club 2014–2015

audience key

early childhood (o-5 yrs)

primary school (6-12 yrs) youth (12-18 yrs)

adults

senior

all

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 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.

internetbasics.gov.au nbn.gov.au

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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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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

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Wednesdays, 10am–11am

where >>

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

when >>

Fridays, 10am–11am, during the school term

where >>

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

cost >>

Free

Storytime with La Luna Youth Arts Listen to stories told by Jonathan and then have fun acting them out.

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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

when >>

First Wednesday of the month, 10am–11am

where >>

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free

cost >>

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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Family Fun Day

townsville artist market

Drop in to the galler y for five minutes or two hours and take par t in free family ar t activities.

Find the perfect gift and support our local artists and crafts people! This market will coincide with Townsville City Council’s Experience it Live 2015 Launch. There will be free art activities and entertainment for the whole family!

when >>

where >> cost >>

Sunday 18 January, 10.30am–12.30pm Sunday 15 February, 10.30am–12.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

when >> Saturday 13 December, 3.30pm–6.30pm Saturday 28 February 12pm–3pm where >> Riverway Arts Centre cost >> Free

walkin wednesday Support is available every Wednesday afternoon for individual or collaborative training sessions including tablet help, 3D printing and other technology tools. when >> where >> cost >>

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Wednesday 3 December, 1pm–4pm Wednesday 10 December, 1pm–4pm Wednesday 17 December, 1pm–4pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale 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.

Pinnacles Gallery when >>

Tuesday 2 December, 10am–11am Tuesday 6 January, 10am–11am Tuesday 3 February, 10am–11am

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery when >> cost >>

Tuesday 16 December, 10am–11am Tuesday 20 January, 10am–11am Tuesday 17 February, 10am–11am Gold coin donation

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. when >>

Tuesdays, 9am-2pm Saturdays, 9am-12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free

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 >> Wednesdays, 9am and 10.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale booking >> Required – December Januar y is taking Messy Play ol er the scho a break ov r ll see you fo e’ W s. ay holid ay fun at Pl sy es M more le s Aitkenva City Libr ar ie 28 ay sd on Wedne y.

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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.

ask us!

Finding Information Get help to find the information you need (online, research, using the catalogue), connect with online learning, and discover eBooks and eMagazines. when >>

Second Tuesday of the month, 2pm–5pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale when >> Fourth Tuesday of the month, 2pm–5pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

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time 10am 6.30pm 10am

Tue 2 Dec

9.30am

Tue 2 Dec Tue 2 Dec Wed 3 Dec Wed 3 Dec Thu 4 Dec Sat 6 Dec

10am 1pm 9am 10am 2pm 11am 10am & 11am 6.30pm 10am 10am 10am 1pm 10am 9am 10am 10am 2pm 10am & 11am 1pm 10am 10am 10am 3.30pm 10am 9am 11am 10am 6.30pm 11am 10am & 1pm 10am 1pm 10am 11am 9am 10am 1pm 10am 11am 11am 11am 8.30am

Mon 8 Dec Tue 9 Dec Tue 9 Dec Tue 9 Dec Tue 9 Dec Tue 9 Dec Tue 9 Dec Wed 10 Dec Wed 10 Dec Wed 10 Dec Wed 10 Dec Thu 11 Dec Thu 11 Dec Fri 12 Dec Fri 12 Dec Fri 12 Dec Sat 13 Dec Sat 13 Dec Sat 13 Dec Mon 15 Dec Tue 16 Dec Tue 16 Dec Tue 16 Dec Tue 16 Dec Tue 16 Dec Tue 16 Dec Tue 16 Dec Wed 17 Dec Wed 17 Dec

Wed 17 Dec Wed 17 Dec Wed 17 Dec Thu 18 Dec Fri 19 Dec Sat 20 Dec Sun 21 Dec

activity name Great Summer Reads art-box: art activities for under 5s Percival's Life Drawing Digitise it, Preserve it, Share it Free Parent Information Session - Parents and Bubs First Aid Awareness Computer Basics Internet Basics - Last Chance Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session 3D Printing A Internet Shopping Summer Reading Club Launch

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CityLibraries online Pinnacles Gallery Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Flinders Street

8 8 8 8

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

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CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale

8 9 9 9 9 9

Christmas Baby Rhyme Time

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

9

Percival's Life Drawing Christmas Storytime Chair Dancing iPad Basics iPad Photos Apps of the Month: Christmas Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Christmas Storytime 3D Printing B Developing Apps

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Flinders Street CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

8 9 10 10 10 10 9 9 10 10

Christmas Baby Rhyme Time

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

9

e-cards Christmas Card Making Christmas Storytime Eliminate Dengue -Display and Information Session Townsville Artist Market Advanced Ochre Painting for Adults Youth 3D Printing Shop n Play at Santa's Art Factory art-box: art activities for under 5s Percival's Life Drawing Shop n Play at Santa's Art Factory

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Riverway Arts Centre CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale Willows Shopping Centre Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Willows Shopping Centre

10 10 9 11 11 11 11 11 8 8 11

Song Creator Workshop

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

12

Android Tablet Basics Skype Introduction to Blogging Shop n Play at Santa's Art Factory Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Song Creator Workshop Song Creator Workshop 3D Printing C Shop n Play at Santa's Art Factory Shop n Play at Santa's Art Factory Shop n Play at Santa's Art Factory Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Crafts Precinct

CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Willows Shopping Centre CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

12 12 12 11 9 12 12 12 11 11 11 12

CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale Townsville Bulletin Square Townsville Bulletin Square Townsville Bulletin Square Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

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date Mon 1 Dec Tue 2 Dec Tue 2 Dec Tue 2 Dec

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Great Summer Reads Look out for Great Summer Reads and get reading! eBooks and beach reads recommended

by CityLibraries staff online at http://bit.ly/ tsvgoodreads. when >> Monday 1 December–Saturday 31 January where >> CityLibraries online cost >> Free

art-box: art activities for under 5s

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 2 December, 6.30pm–9.30pm when >> Tuesday 9 December, 6.30pm–9.30pm when >> Tuesday 16 December, 6.30pm–9.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15

Digitise it, Preserve it, Share it

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.

Learn to digitise your family photos, books, slides and negatives in this practical workshop. Contact Robyn to secure your spot.

when >> where >> when >> where >> cost >>

when >> Tuesday 2 December, 10am–1pm where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free booking >> Required

Tuesday 2 December, 10am–11am Pinnacles Gallery Tuesday 16 December, 10am–11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Gold coin donation

Computer Basics Gain beginner skills in using computers. Learn how to turn a computer on and off and keyboard and mouse basics. when >> Tuesday 2 December, 10am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

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Learn about shopping online safely, just in time for Christmas. Includes payment methods, your rights, online shops and more. Work through a grocery shopping exercise. when >> Thursday 4 December, 2pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Free Parent Information Session - Parents and Bubs First Aid Awareness

Develop basic first aid skills with this non-accredited training for parents, grandparents and carers of babies and young children provided by the Queensland Ambulance Service. when >> Tuesday 2 December, 9.30am–10am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free

Internet Basics – Last Chance Open up a world of information. Start Browsing and finding things on the internet, just in time for Christmas. when >> Tuesday 2 December, 1pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session An hour session with a trainer to enhance, revise and refresh skills learnt in group training or help finding online tutorials. when >>

Wednesday 3 December, 9am–10am Wednesday 10 December, 9am–10am Wednesday 17 December, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

3D Printing A Hands on information session for those who want an introduction to 3D printing and scanners. Part one of a three part workshop. when >> Wednesday 3 December, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

Summer Reading Club Launch Love Andy Griffiths’ stories? Join us for the launch of the Summer Reading Club and have lots of big belly laughs with Stig Wemyss. when >> Saturday 6 December, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free

Christmas Baby Rhyme Time Celebrate the season with your baby and bounce along with a morning of Christmas carols. Bring a plate to share for morning tea. when >> Monday 8 December, 10am and 11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale when >> Thursday 11 December, 10am and 11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free

Christmas Storytime Jingle bells, Jingle bells, Jingle all the way to a fun storytime of Christmas Cheer with a visit from a very special guest. when >> Tuesday 9 December, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street when >> Wednesday 10 December, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central when >> Friday 12 December, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free page 9

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Internet Shopping

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Developing Apps Are you interested in creating an app? Find out what’s involved in developing and publishing apps. We’ll show you different tools available to help you build an app. when >> Wednesday 10 December, 2pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Chair Dancing Enjoy non-impact exercise to increase your strength, endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular health.

People with all fitness levels are welcome. when >> Tuesday 9 December, 10am–11am where >> Citylibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

iPad Basics What’s an app? Let’s connect to the internet, look for and download apps and find out how to use the touch screen. when >> Tuesday 9 December, 10am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

iPad Photos

3D Printing B 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. Part two of a three part workshop. when >> Wednesday 10 December, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

e-cards Cast your family members in an animated Christmas e-card to send to your friends over the internet for Christmas. Bring digital photos of family members on USB. when >> Thursday 11 December, 1pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Use the camera and photos apps to take photos and edit them. Then use other apps to add effects and frames to photos including Christmas effects. when >> Tuesday 9 December, 1pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

Apps of the Month: Christmas Come along and have a play with fun Christmas apps to help get you organised for the festive season. when >> Tuesday 9 December, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

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Christmas Card Making Design and create your own festive card for someone special this Christmas. All supplies included. when >> Friday 12 December, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

What’s the buzz about Eliminate Dengue? Learn about this international research program and the trial planned for Townsville in late 2014. when >> Friday 12 December, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free

december. january. february.

Eliminate Dengue Display and Information Session

Advanced Ochre Painting for Adults

Aboriginal artist Rick Garcia is back again in December. This is a unique gift of ochre painting to give to family or friends for Christmas. Book now to capture a Christmas Story. when >> Saturday 13 December, 10am–12.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Youth 3D Printing Hands on information session for young people who want an introduction to 3D printing and scanners. Learn how to use the machine and create a basic 3D model. when >> where >>

Saturday 13 December, 9am–12pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale

Townsville Artist Market Find the perfect gift and support our local artists and crafts people! This market will coincide with Townsville City Council’s Experience it Live 2015 Launch. There will be free art activities and entertainment for the whole family! when >> Saturday 13 December, 3.30pm–6.30pm where >> Riverway Arts Centre cost >> Free

Shop n Play at Santa’s Art Factory

Drop in for a free art and craft activity and make a Christmas gift, toy or decoration to celebrate the festive season. when >>

Monday 15 December, 11am–3pm Tuesday 16 December, 11am–3pm Wednesday 17 December, 11am–3pm where >> Willows Shopping Centre when >> Thursday 18 December, 11am–2pm Friday 19 December, 11am–2pm Saturday 20 December, 11am–2pm where >> Townsville Bulletin Square cost >> Free page 11

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Song Creator Workshop Unlock your inner creativity in this interactive songwriting workshop. Use the provided iPads to compose your very own song draft to keep and treasure. For ages 10–13 years. when >> Wednesday 17 December, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

Song Creator Workshop Unlock your inner creativity in this interactive songwriting workshop. Use the provided iPads to compose your very own song draft to keep and treasure.

For ages 10–13 years. when >>

Tuesday 16 December, 10am–12pm Tuesday 16 December, 1pm–3pm Wednesday 17 December, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

3D Printing C Using Tinkercad participants will learn how to create a basic design that can then be printed on a 3D printer. Part three of a three part workshop. when >>

Wednesday 17 December, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

Android Tablet Basics What’s an app? Let’s connect to the internet, look for and download apps and find out how to use the touch screen. when >> Tuesday 16 December, 10am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

Skype Don’t let distance stop you seeing loved ones at Christmas. Create a free Skype account, add contacts and make a video call. Email address required. when >> Tuesday 16 December, 1pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

Introduction 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 16 December, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

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Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Crafts Precinct

Come down to the Cotters Markets on the third Sunday of each month and enjoy the handmade arts and craft stalls outside the gallery. when >> Sunday 21 December, 8.30am–12pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> Free

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activity name

venue

pg

art-box: art activities for under 5s Percival's Life Drawing Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

Pinnacles Gallery Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

14 14 14

Origami

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

14

Mon 12 Jan Tue 13 Jan Tue 13 Jan Tue 13 Jan Tue 13 Jan Wed 14 Jan Wed 14 Jan

10am 6.30pm 9am 9am & 10.30am 10.30am 6.30pm 10.30am 10am 10am 9am 10.30am

Art Escape - Say Cheese Percival's Life Drawing Art Escape - Stamping Crazy Chair Dancing Alphabet Adventure Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Art Escape - Aerosol Design

14 14 15 15 15 14 15

Wed 14 Jan

10am

Adventure, Apps, GPS and Maps!

Pinnacles Gallery Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Pinnacles Gallery Citylibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Pinnacles Gallery Riverway Arts Centre Meeting Room

Middle-Eastern Games

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

15

Art Escape - Manga Madness Alphabet Adventure Great Summer Reads at The Strand Art Escape - Dip it and Dye it Computer Practice Club Family Fun Day Art Escape - Acrylic Monsters Townsville Board Gamers Percival's Life Drawing art-box: art activities for under 5s Art Escape - Animalia with artist Damina Cumner Townsville Board Gamers Paper Weaving Art Escape - Strangely Sculpty with artist Rhiannon Mitchard Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Heroes vs Villains Fairytales Extreme Filmmaking Computer Basics A Facebook A - Social Networking Art Escape - Digitise with artist Jesse Midgley

Pinnacles Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale Strand Park Pinnacles Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale

16 15 16 16 16 16 17 17 14 14 17 17 17

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

17

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

14 17 18 18 18 18 18

Become a Superhero

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

18

Action and Adventure Art Escape - Painted Glass with artist Cassandra Roberts Heroes vs Villains Fairytales Action and Adventure Rockets in Space Action and Adventure National Survival Day 2015 Percival's Life Drawing After School Art Program Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Computer Basics B Facebook B - Social Networking It’s never too late… to change life and direction It’s never too late… to change life and direction Energy Saving Workshop

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

18

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

19

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Flinders Street Citylibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

17 18 18 19 18 19 14 19 14 19 19 20 20 20

Thu 8 Jan

Thu 15 Jan Thu 15 Jan Thu 15 Jan Fri 16 Jan Fri 16 Jan Sun 18 Jan Mon 19 Jan Mon 19 Jan Tue 20 Jan Tue 20 Jan Tue 20 Jan Tue 20 Jan Tue 20 Jan

9am & 10.30am 10.30am 10am 9am 10.30am 1pm 10.30am 10.30am 10am 6.30pm 10am 10.30am 10am 10am

Wed 21 Jan

10.30am

Wed 21 Jan Wed 21 Jan Wed 21 Jan Wed 21 Jan Wed 21 Jan Wed 21 Jan Thu 22 Jan

Thu 22 Jan

9am 9am 11.30am 4pm 10am 2pm 10.30am 9.30am & 11am 2pm

Fri 23 Jan

10.30am

Fri 23 Jan Fri 23 Jan Fri 23 Jan Sat 24 Jan Sat 24 Jan Mon 26 Jan Tue 27 Jan Tue 27 Jan Wed 28 Jan Wed 28 Jan Wed 28 Jan Fri 30 Jan Fri 30 Jan Fri 30 Jan

9am 11am 2pm 9.30am 11am 10am 6.30pm 3.30pm 9am 10am 2pm 10am 1pm 10am

Wed 14 Jan

Thu 22 Jan

15

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date Tue 6 Jan Tue 6 Jan Wed 7 Jan

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Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

An hour session with a trainer to enhance, revise and refresh skills learnt in group training or help finding online tutorials. when >>

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 6 January, 10am–11am Pinnacles Gallery Tuesday 20 January, 10am–11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Gold coin donation

Wednesday 7 January, 9am–10am Wednesday 14 January, 9am–10am Wednesday 21 January, 9am–10am Wednesday 28 January, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Origami Come and have fun by learning the ancient Japanese art of paper folding to make a variety of fascinating objects such as cranes. when >>

Thursday 8 January, 9am–10am Thursday 8 January, 10.30am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free 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 6 January, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 13 January, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 20 January, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 27 January, 6.30pm–9.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15

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Art Escape - Say Cheese Discover the basic principles behind taking a funky photo using a Holga film camera. when >> where >> cost >>

Monday 12 January, 10.30am–12.30pm Pinnacles Gallery $25 or $20 for Friends of the Galleries (price includes film development) booking >> Required

Art Escape - Aerosol Design Develop your own skills as an artist by learning techniques in aerosol painting to produce a street art inspired piece.

when >> Tuesday 13 January, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 or $10 for Friends of the Galleries booking >> Required

when >> Wednesday 14 January, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 or $10 for Friends of the Galleries booking >> Required

Chair Dancing Enjoy non-impact exercise to increase your strength, endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular health.

People with all fitness levels are welcome. when >> Tuesday 13 January, 10am–11am where >> Citylibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Alphabet Adventure Find the escaped alphabet letters in a fun, adventurous scavenger hunt for preschoolers. Stay for 10 minutes or 2 hours. when >>

Tuesday 13 January, 10am–12pm Thursday 15 January, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free

Adventure, Apps, GPS and Maps!

Do you like hunting for treasure? Discover the worldwide fun of geocaching and find your first cache. Borrow a Garmin GPS kit for the holidays. when >> Wednesday 14 January, 10am–12pm where >> Riverway Arts Centre Meeting Room cost >> Free booking >> Required

Middle-Eastern Games Come and have a fun time taking part in games from the Middle East. when >>

Wednesday 14 January, 9am–10am Wednesday 14 January, 10.30am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

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Art Escape - Stamping Crazy Design your own library bag for the start of the upcoming school year. Use stamps and stencils to customise and decorate your bag.

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Art Escape - Manga Madness

Art Escape - Dip it and Dye it

In this workshop, learn how to use Japanese manga-style comic practices to draw a super kawaii self portrait.

Mix colours and patterns together using tie dye methods to make a colourful t-shirt of your own to take home and wear.

when >> Thursday 15 January, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 or $10 for Friends of the Galleries booking >> Required

when >> Friday 16 January 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 or $10 for Friends of the Galleries booking >> Required

Great Summer Reads at The Strand

Look out for Great Summer Reads at The Strand and get reading! Pick up a great beach read or download a free eBook. when >> Thursday 15 January, 9am–11am where >> Strand Park cost >> Free

Computer Practice Club Have you attended Digital Training at the library and would like extra practice? Come use the computers in our Learn Space and network with others. when >> Thursday 15 January, 1pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free

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Family Fun Day Drop-in to the Gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities. when >> Sunday 18 January, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> Free

when >> Monday 19 January, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 or $10 for Friends of the Galleries booking >> Required

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Art Escape - Acrylic Monsters Bring your undead monsters to life! Learn how to conjure up the creepy using acrylic painting techniques.

Paper Weaving Using calendars, magazines, photos of family or places you have been, we will use paper weaving techniques to create new images to add to journals or cards. when >> Tuesday 20 January, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

Townsville Board Gamers Venture into mysteries, missions and victory with Townsville Board Gamers and their collection of distinctive board games for an exciting experience of challenge and triumph. when >>

Monday 19 January, 10am–12pm Tuesday 20 January, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Art Escape - Strangely Sculpty with artist Rhiannon Mitchard

Mould and shape polymer clay to form wacky and fantastic creatures. when >> Wednesday 21 January, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 or $10 for Friends of the Galleries booking >> Required

Art Escape - Animalia with artist Damina Cumner Explore elements of sculpture and design to craft your own mystical animal using mixed media and household objects. when >> Tuesday 20 January, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 or $10 for Friends of the Galleries booking >> Required

Heroes vs Villains Dreamed of saving the world or having super powers?

In this workshop make your own film about the ultimate showdown between good and evil. when >>

Wednesday 21 January, 9am–10.30am Friday 23 January, 9am–10.30am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

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Fairytales In this fairytale filmmaking workshop anything can happen and usually does. Magical spells are cast, dragons are slayed and usually the princess is rescued… usually. when >>

Wednesday 21 January, 11.30am–1pm Friday 23 January, 11am–12.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Extreme Filmmaking Take filmmaking to the extreme by strapping GoPros to yourself and playing dodgeball and nerf wars.

Capture some wicked content and edit together.

Dinner included. when >> Wednesday 21 January, 4pm–7pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Computer Basics A Gain beginner skills in using computers and master the mouse. This two part course includes Computer Basics B. when >> Wednesday 21 January, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Facebook A - Social Networking Set up your Facebook profile and explore the Privacy settings to safely share your information and photos with your friends. Email address required. when >> Wednesday 21 January, 2pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

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Art Escape - Digitise with artist Jesse Midgley

BYO device and learn how to use apps to create a digital comic book strip. when >> Thursday 22 January, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 or $10 for Friends of the Galleries booking >> Required

Become a Superhero Want to fly like Superman? Now you can. Create your own superhero mask, jump in front of the green screen and bring your ability alive. when >>

Thursday 22 January, 9.30am–10.15am Thursday22 January, 11am–11.45am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Action and Adventure Like blowing things up? Well so do we, with CGI on iPads. In this workshop we combine iPad apps with wicked equipment like GoPros to tackle the most adventurous of action film concepts. when >>

Thursday 22 January, 2pm–3.30pm (10–17 years) Friday 23 January, 2pm–3.30pm (10–17 years) Saturday 24 January, 11am–12.30pm (10–17 years) where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Art Escape - Painted Glass with artist Cassandra Roberts

Decorate, adorn and paint glass jars to make your own ornate vases that catch the light. when >> Friday 23 January, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 or $10 for Friends of the Galleries booking >> Required

Rockets in Space 3, 2, 1 BLASTOFF! Design and build your very own rocket, then use a green screen to send it to space. when >> Saturday 24 January, 9.30am–10.15am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

december. january. february.

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 >> where >> cost >>

Tuesday 27 January, 3.30pm–5.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery $20 per session or $150 for all ten weeks for Friends of the Galleries, $15 per session or $120 for all ten weeks booking >> 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 28 January, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Facebook B - Social Networking Add friends to your Facebook account, update your status, send a private message and share photos.

National Survival Day 2015 Mr Max Lenoy (Warungnu and Jirribal (maternal) and Kuku Yalanji and Walangama (paternal) is an ICT lecturer at the School of Education, James Cook University. Register Now!

when >> Wednesday 28 January, 2pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

when >> Monday 26 January, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

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december. january. february.

It’s never too late… to change life and direction by Tove Vine

At 57, Tove Vine sold all her belongings, strapped on a backpack and moved to China to teach English. Her journey is inspirational… come and share it. when >> Friday 30 January, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street when >> Friday 30 January, 1pm–2pm where >> Citylibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Imagine, Create, Play!

Ho ho ho. Visit our crafty Christmas space and get into the festive spirit. There's lots to do. For group bookings, phone 4773 8818. when >>

Energy Saving Workshop Join the Carbon Cycle team from Integrated Sustainability Services to learn how to reduce your energy usage and save on bills. when >> Friday 30 January, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

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Monday 15 December– Sunday 21 December, Library Opening Hours where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale, CityLibraries Flinders Street and CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free

time

activity name

venue

pg

10am

art-box: art activities for under 5s

Pinnacles Gallery

22

Tue 3 Feb

6.30pm

Percival's Life Drawing

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

22

Tue 3 Feb

3.30pm

After School Art Program

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

22

Tue 3 Feb

10am

Heb, Townsville's Satirical Cartoonist

CityLibraries Flinders Street

22

Tue 3 Feb

9.30am

Free Parent Information Session - TalkNQ Speech Pathology

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

23

Wed 4 Feb

9am

Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

23

Thu 5 Feb

10am

Open 2 Study: Try a MOOC

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

23

Sat 7 Feb

10am

Five Star Reviews

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

23

Mon 9 Feb

2pm

Library Tour for ESL Speakers

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

23

Tue 10 Feb

6.30pm

Percival's Life Drawing

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

22

Tue 10 Feb

3.30pm

After School Art Program

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

22

Tue 10 Feb

10am

Chair Dancing

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

24

Wed 11 Feb

9am

Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

25

Fri 13 Feb

10am

National Apology Day 2015

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

24

Sat 14 Feb

10am

Eating for Health and Energy

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

24

Sun 15 Feb

10.30am

Family Fun Day

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

24

Tue 17 Feb

6.30pm

Percival's Life Drawing

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

22

Tue 17 Feb

10am

art-box: art activities for under 5s

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

22 22

Tue 17 Feb

3.30pm

After School Art Program

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

Tue 17 Feb

11.30am

Midday 'Murri Movie' Bookclub

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

25

Wed 18 Feb

9am

Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

23

Wed 18 Feb

3pm

Loud Lounge Quick Sticks Challenges

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

25

Wed 18 Feb

10am

Computer Basics A

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

25

Thu 19 Feb

1pm

Computer Practice Club

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

25

Fri 20 Feb

10am

Digitise it, Preserve it, Share it

CityLibraries Flinders Street

25

Tue 24 Feb

6.30pm

Percival's Life Drawing

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

22

Tue 24 Feb

3.30pm

After School Art Program

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

22

Tue 24 Feb

9am

Behind the Scenes at the Army Museum

Jezzine Barracks

25

Wed 25 Feb

9am

Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

23

Wed 25 Feb

10am

Computer Basics B

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

25

Thu 26 Feb

5pm

Are you interested in learning the guitar?

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

26

Fri 27 Feb

10am

Healthy Teeth are Happy Teeth Storytime

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

26

Sat 28 Feb

10am

Plant Selection for Townsville - Delivered

by Townsville Horticulturist Julie Roach

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

26

Sat 28 Feb

12pm

Townsville Artist Market

Riverway Arts Centre

26

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date Tue 3 Feb

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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 3 February, 10am–11am Pinnacles Gallery Tuesday 17 February, 10am–11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Gold coin donation

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 >>

Tuesday 3 February, 3.30pm–5.30pm Tuesday 10 February, 3.30pm–5.30pm Tuesday 17 February, 3.30pm–5.30pm Tuesday 24 February, 3.30pm–5.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $20 per session or $150 for all ten weeks, Friends of the Galleries: $15 per session or $120 for all ten weeks 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 3 February, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 10 February, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 17 February, 6.30pm–9.30pm Tuesday 24 February, 6.30pm–9.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15

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Heb, Townsville’s Satirical Cartoonist CityLibraries Townsville presents a selection of original ‘Heb’ cartoons. Bob Hebden was the Bulletin cartoonist who penned the famous local cartoon of Olive Scott Young in a pothole. when >> Tuesday 3 February, 10am where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free booking >> Required

Discover what speech development looks like in early childhood, identify delays and learn useful tools to help encourage and improve your child’s communication and speech. when >> Tuesday 3 February, 9.30am–10am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free

september.january. december. october.february. november.

Free Parent Information Session - TalkNQ Speech Pathology

Five Star Reviews Loved it so much you want to share it? Discover more about reviewing and work towards publication with CityLibraries, Artgaze Magazine, TripAdvisor and Townsville Eye. when >> Saturday 7 February, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

An hour session with a trainer to enhance, revise and refresh skills learnt in group training or help finding online tutorials. when >>

Wednesday 4 February, 9am–10am Wednesday 11 February, 9am–10am Wednesday 18 February, 9am–10am Wednesday 25 February, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Library Tour for ESL Speakers A guided tour to learn how to use English language learning resources such as IELTS, borrow books in your language and make friends in Townsville. when >> Monday 9 February, 2pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

Open 2 Study: Try a MOOC Choose from 49 free online short courses from www.open2study.com. Meet other students and enjoy online learning with your O2S librarians. when >> Thursday 5 February, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

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september. december. october. january.november. february.

Chair Dancing

Eating for Health and Energy

Enjoy non-impact exercise to increase your strength, endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular health.

People with all fitness levels are welcome.

Dietitian Vivienne Salu will teach you how to read food labels and give ideas for quick easy meals to boost your health and energy levels.

when >> Tuesday 10 February, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

when >> Saturday 14 February, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

National Apology Day 2015 Jeanette Wyles, born in the late fifties in Townsville, is from the Birri-gubba Nation and her lineage is to the Bindal peoples of Townsville and the Birriah clan also. when >> Friday 13 February, 10am–1pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

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Family Fun Day Drop in to the Gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities. when >> Sunday 15 February, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> Free

Digitise it, Preserve it, Share it Learn to digitise your family photos, books, slides and negatives in this practical workshop. Contact Robyn to secure your spot.

when >> Tuesday 17 February, 11.30am–2pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

when >> Friday 20 February, 10am–1pm where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free booking >> Required

Loud Lounge Quick Sticks Challenges

Challenge your friends in a series of quick challenges from physical games to brain teasers to see who will reign supreme. when >> Wednesday 18 February, 3pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free

Computer Basics A Gain beginner skills in using computers and master the mouse. This two part course includes Computer Basics B. when >> Wednesday 18 February, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Computer Practice Club Have you attended Digital Training at the library and would like extra practice? Join us to use the computers in our Learn Space and network with others. when >> Thursday 19 February, 1pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free

Behind the Scenes at the Army Museum

Join curator Amanda Pontifex for a guided tour of the collections management area. Learn how the museum’s fabulous new WWI exhibition was created from design to preparation of objects for display. when >> Tuesday 24 February, 9am where >> Jezzine Barracks cost >> Free booking >> 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 25 February, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

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september.january. december. october.february. november.

Midday ‘Murri Movie’ Bookclub CityLibraries Townsville are presenting a Midday Murri Movie screening where you can come and relax and enjoy a movie from the Indigenous collection.

september. december. october. january.november. february.

Are you interested in learning the guitar?

Open to adults who are new to learning the guitar, Beginners classes starting soon will run over a number of weeks and teach you how to take care of your guitar, parts of the guitar, how to read chords, and basic chord progression to accompany simple songs. All you need is a guitar, tuner and enthusiasm to learn while having fun. A Learning Links initiative. when >> Thursday 26 February, 5pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> $5 booking >> Contact the Community Information Centre on 4771 4230 to register your interest.

Plant Selection for Townsville Delivered by Townsville Horticulturist Julie Roach

Learn about selecting garden plants that will thrive in this region. Bring a container with a handful of moist garden soil to determine your soil type. when >> Saturday 28 February, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free booking >> Required

Townsville Artist Market

Healthy Teeth are Happy Teeth Storytime

What is the correct way to clean your teeth? A Queensland Oral Health staff member will be along to show us all how. when >> Friday 27 February, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free

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Find the perfect gift and support our local artists and crafts people! This market will coincide with Townsville City Council’s, Experience it Live 2015 Launch. There will be free art activities and entertainment for the whole family! when >> Saturday 28 February 12pm–3pm where >> Riverway Arts Centre cost >> Free

september.january. december. october.february. november.

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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Public Notices >> Closures citylibraries townsville

gallery services

Tuesday 23 December >> Mobile Library visiting

Rollingstone open 11am to 1pm Wednesday 24 December >> All libraries open 9am to 3pm Thursday 25 December >> Public Holiday Friday 26 December >> Public Holiday Saturday 27 December >> Closed Sunday 28 December >> Closed Monday 29 December >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale open

9am to 3pm Tuesday 30 December >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale open

9am to 3pm Wednesday 31 December >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale open

9am to 3pm Thursday 1 January >> Public Holiday Friday 2 January >> Closed Saturday 3 January >> Closed Sunday 4 January >> Closed

Maintenance Closures >> Please be advised that building works will be occurring at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery in October to improve the building’s amenity and function as a modern arts venue. These works will result in some Gallery closures, beyond the regular closures associated with exhibition changeovers, as below: Ground Floor Closure >> Monday 20 October – Friday 19 December 2014

regional arts development fund (radf) The RADF Program supports professional artists and artsworkers to practice their art, for and with communities, resulting in mutual development of the professional artists/artsworkers and communities in regional Queensland. RADF is a Queensland Government and Townsville City Council partnership to support local arts and culture. It offers funding to individuals and community groups for one-off, short term activities and employing professional artists, and arts and cultural workers.

Next Funding Round >> March round (for projects/activities commencing after June 1).

Funding Priorities for 2011–2014 >> Priority for the provision of grants awarded through the Townsville R.A.D.F. programme will be given to the funding category ‘Contemporary Collections/Stories’, and to the artform categories Festivals, Music and Writing.

Advance Notice >> Special Funding Priority for Townsville’s 150th Celebrations in 2016 In 2016, Townsville will celebrate its sesquicentennial (150th) anniversary. Projects seeking to develop concepts, artworks, exhibitions or productions that will celebrate the identity of Townsville during this special year will be considered a funding priority by the R.A.D.F. Committee when assessing applications. Advance notice by applicants for projects that are deemed extraordinary by the Committee may be awarded special funding. Please speak with Council’s R.A.D.F. Liaison Officer about any intentions you have.

Level of Financial Assistance >> Varies - up to $5,000.

t150 (townsville 150th anniversary grant program) Throughout 2016, Townsville will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the city’s establishment. The aim of council’s

Christmas Closures >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery and Pinnacles Gallery will be closed over the Christmas period from Monday 22 December 2014 until Sunday 4 January 2015.

We apologise for any inconvenience, and trust you will love the improvements and have a wonderful Christmas.

theatre services Christmas Closures >> Please be advised that both the Townsville Civic Theatre and Riverway Arts Centre will be closed on public holidays over the Christmas period.

Townsville 150th Anniversary Grant Program is to assist and encourage the local community to identify and undertake their own programs, projects, events, activities and celebrations that can be delivered to support the program themes of commemoration, celebration, collaboration and innovation.

Funding Round >> Round 1 Financial Year Funding to be paid >> 2014/2015 Date Funding Round Opens >> 1 January 2015 Date Funding Round Closes >> 26 February 2015 Notification of application Outcome >> April 2015 *Projects must be delivered between 1 January 2016 and 31 December 2016.

Council’s purpose of the program to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the city: >> >> >> >>

To celebrate the establishment of the city To educate the community about the history of the city To foster pride in the community of the city To identify a year-long program of events and activities that can be delivered in a coordinated and collaborative manner involving Council events and activities, ongoing community events/activities, and special one-off events and activities >> To resource Council’s celebratory events and activities in a manner appropriate to the occasion.

In addition, each supported program, project, event, activity and celebration must also: >> Support innovative and creative ways of sharing the history of Townsville with the local community >> Recognise the role history plays in facilitating learning and creating an informed community >> Increase the public’s awareness of the historical information and objects held in the community >> Recognise Townsville’s rich and culturally diverse heritage >> Provide a link between Townsville’s past and Townsville’s future >> Encourage community participation in attending programs, projects, events, activities and celebrations relating to Townsville’s 150th Anniversary of the city’s establishment.

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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.

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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.

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citylibraries aitkenvale – 07 4727 8310

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Summer Holidays are in.

Hot Pocket is out. >> The super-sized summer edition featuring pages of holiday events, workshops and activities. >> Check out the coupons in the back for some super savings. >> Grab a copy from council’s Customer Service Centres or download from council’s website or the QR code.

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Storytime

Baby Rhyme Time Storytime and Baby Rhyme Time will be taking a break over Christmas from Friday 12 December. The sessions will recommence with Storytime on Wednesday 7 January at CityLibraries Thuringowa Central.

borrowing allowance

>> Up to 25 items at any time >> Includes a maximum of 10 DVDs >> 10 eBooks and eAudiobooks

loan period

>> 4 weeks – Books and CDs >> 2 weeks – Magazines, DVDs, eBooks and eAudiobooks

Messy Play

renewals

Messy Play is taking a break over the school holidays.

We’ll see you for more Messy Play fun at CityLibraries Aitkenvale on Wednesday 28 January.

Members can reserve items in the catalogue by phone, in person or online through My Library on the catalogue.

December - January

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