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

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

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Discover the Internet step-by-step Discover the Internet step-bystep for free at CityLibraries.

Group classes in computer basics, internet, email, Skype, Facebook, internet shopping, eReaders and tablets are now available at CityLibraries Aitkenvale and CityLibraries Thuringowa Central.

These are funded by the Australian Government under the Digital Hubs Program.

Review this publication for a full list of events.

internetbasics.gov.au nbn.gov.au

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more information on workshops and programs More information on the events listed in this publication can be found online at www.townsville.qld.gov.au. Click on the ‘Experience it Live What’s On’ button on the front page, then click on ‘Programs/ workshops’, or phone council’s customer service centre on 1300 878 001.

booking activities You can book CityLibraries activities online.

Simply go to www.townsville.qld.gov.au, follow the links to CityLibraries. Bookings for the galleries and other facilities can be made by contacting them directly or visiting council’s website for more information.

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Joining the ‘Learn Discover Connect’ email list: web >> Visit council’s website and follow the links to the E-news page.

regular events

Storytime Feed your child’s appetite for stories and learning by connecting with great children’s books, songs and rhymes. when >>

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

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CityLibraries Flinders Street

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Wednesdays, 10am–11am

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CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

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

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CityLibraries Aitkenvale

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Free

Storytime with La Luna Youth Arts Join Jonathon from La Luna Youth Arts as he brings stories alive through drama and play. when >>

First Wednesday of the month, 10am–11am

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CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free

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BRaby

hyme Time

Do you know the muffin man? If you do, come and sing along with us and others at Baby Rhyme Time. when >> where >> when >> where >> cost >>

Mondays (not public holidays), 10am and 11am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Thursdays, 10am and 11am, during the school term CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free

Multicultural Storytime

Come and listen to stories and songs told in English and then in a different language at our Special Storytime sessions designed to connect cultures. when >>

Every third Friday of the month (during State School terms) 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free

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walk in wednesday Support is available every Wednesday afternoon for individual, collaborative or training sessions, including 3D printing, photography, green screen, MacBooks, tablets and other technology tools. when >> where >> cost >>

Every Wednesday from 3 September– 26 November, 1pm–4pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free

family fun day Drop in to the gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities. when >>

Every Sunday from 7 September–19 October, 9am–11am, during the exhibition Troy Emery: into the wild

where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> Free

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regular events

PARENT INFORMATION SESSIONS Connect with your community and attend a free information session once a month for parents on a range of topics including nutrition, behaviours, sleep and more. when >>

First Tuesday of the month, 9.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

EARLY YEARS INFORMATION SERVICE

NEWBORN AND FAMILY DROPIN SERVICE A child health nurse is available every Tuesday and Saturday to weigh, measure and answer any questions about children’s health. No appointment required.

Messy Play Parents and carers come join us for fun filled messy play adventures. Creative messy play helps develop fine motor skills and increases confidence in children. when >> where >> when >>

Wednesdays, 9am and 10.30am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Last Wednesday of the month, 9.30am–11am where >> Local Park booking >> Required

when >>

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

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Did you know that the library offers free expert help for adult learners? This includes help with your CV and cover letter, public speaking, business writing, tips for job interviews and applications, and lots more.

All you need to do is log in online using your library card number and an expert will be waiting to help you with all your job hunting questions, writing skills, research skills and more.

Navigate to the ‘search databases’ webpage from the CityLibraries home page for access.

Study: Sorted!

Stuck on assignments? Needing help learning English or just looking for more information?

Search ‘Your Tutor’, ‘IELTS’ and World Book Encyclopaedia on the CityLibraries webpage and gain free access.

I N F ask us! To help you find the information you need. >> Book a session in the library or with your community group. >> Drop in, phone or email us. >> Ask us on Facebook or Twitter.

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Percival's Life Drawing art-box: art activities for under 5s Apps of the Month: Travel 3D Printing A: Awareness Computer Basics A Walk in Wednesday Internet Basics A Animal Stories Wild Things - Soft Sculpture Workshop Series with artist Lisa Vickery Dads Read at the Cowboys Family Fun Day Let's Read in the Park Have you ever tried Chair Dancing?

Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Computer Basics B 3D Printing B: Building Internet Basics B Walk in Wednesday Virtual Tour of the Gallery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture Loud Lounge: Drumming Circles Loud Lounge: Gaming Antics QWC Workshop - Making it Real: Research for Writers with Jessica White Animal Stories Wild Things - Soft Sculpture Workshop Series with artist Lisa Vickery art-box: art activities for under 5s Email Basics A Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session 3D Printing C: Creating New to your Murri Bookclub !

Walk in Wednesday Drop in Thursday ABC Open Workshop Get into Geocaching: Workshop and Discovery Walk at Riverway Animal Stories Wild Things - Soft Sculpture Workshop Series with artist Lisa Vickery Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Crafts Precinct Learn to Crochet Art Escape - Colour Wheels with artist John Bradshaw Email Basics B Art Escape - Fluff and Stuff with artist Cassandra Roberts Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Messy Play in the Park Art Escape - Animal Totems with artist Anna Mango Walk in Wednesday Art Escape - Animal Emblems with artist Kyana Pike Popcorn Maker: Web, audio and image mashups Art Escape - Mini Pom Pom Creatures with artist Kyana Pike Youth 3D Printing A: Awareness Youth 3D Printing B: Building Animal Stories Youth 3D Printing C: Creating Capture your Story Through Ochre Painting Art Escape - Animal Faรงade with Garth Jankovic Imagine, Play Create! Transform your Trash Craft Workshop for Adults Art Escape - Fluff and Stuff with artist Cassandra Roberts Imagine, Play Create! Fashion Alteration Android Tablet Basics

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CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

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Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

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Percival’s Life Drawing Everyone’s welcome, no experience necessary but participants should bring drawing materials and paper. Please note this isn’t a workshop. when >> where >> cost >>

Tuesdays, 6.30pm–9.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery $15

art-box: art activities for under 5s

Come and explore the galleries, learn about art, meet new friends and have fun! This program is designed for under 5s, mums, dads and carers. when >> where >> when >> where >> cost >>

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

Apps of the Month: Travel Planning a trip sometime soon? Come along and have a play with some portable and easy apps useful for travelling. when >> Tuesday, 2 September, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

3D Printing A: Awareness Hands-on information session for those who want an introduction to 3D printing and scanners. You are automatically booked into session B when you book into A. when >> Wednesday, 3 September, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Computer Basics A Gain beginner skills in using computers and master the mouse. This two part course includes Computer Basics B. when >>

First Wednesday of every month, 3 September, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

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Support is available every Wednesday afternoon for individual, collaborative or training sessions, includes 3D printing, photography, green screen, MacBooks, tablets and other technology tools. when >>

where >> cost >>

Wednesday, 3 September, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 10 September, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 17 September, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 24 September, 1pm–4pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free

Internet Basics A What is the internet? Learn how to browse and search the world wide web in this two part course. when >> Wednesday, 3 September, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Dads Read at the Cowboys Be your child’s reading champion. Drop by the CityLibraries Townsville Dads Read corner at 1300 Smiles Stadium and find out how to enhance your child’s reading appetite. when >> where >> cost >>

Saturday, 6 September, 5pm–7.30pm 1300 Smiles Stadium Normal ticketing applies.

Animal Stories Enjoy animal story readings on the weekends throughout the exhibition Troy Emery: into the wild. when >> where >> cost >>

Saturdays and Sundays, 6 September–19 September, 11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

Family Fun Day Drop in to the gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities. when >> where >> cost >>

Every Sunday from 7 September– 19 October, 9am–11am, during the exhibition Troy Emery: into the wild Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

Wild Things - Soft Sculpture Workshop Series with artist Lisa Vickery

In this three-part workshop series, participants will learn how to design, cut and piece together a soft sculpture, inspired by wild and mythical creatures. when >>

Saturday, 6 September, 11am–2pm Saturday, 13 September, 11am–2pm Saturday, 20 September, 11am–2pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $60 bookings >> Required page 9

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Walk in Wednesday

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Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

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

Let’s Read in the Park Boost your child’s chances of succeeding at school by reading to them every day. Discover cheap, easy and fun ways to get started. when >> where >> cost >>

Monday, 8 September, 9.30am–11.30am Jeff Caddies Park, Cnr Riverway and Bluewater Drive, Rasmussen Free

Wednesday, 10 September, 9am–10am Wednesday, 17 September, 9am–10am Wednesday, 24 September, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

3D Printing B: Building Hands-on maker session where a facilitator will show you the basics of how to use the 3D printer. Includes setting up the machine and loading and unloading the filament. when >> Wednesday, 10 September, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Internet Basics B Gain more WWW experience following internet Basics A. Explore online learning sites, view maps, find your house, check out Google Translate.

Have you ever tried Chair Dancing?

when >> Wednesday, 10 September, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

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

People at all fitness levels are welcome. when >> Tuesday, 9 September, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Computer Basics B Continuing from Computer Basics A, students will find out about the basic keys on the different areas of the keyboard and then use advanced techniques to combine keys with the mouse. when >> Wednesday, 10 September, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

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Virtual Tour of the Gallery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture

‘Chester’ and ‘Kasporav’ will guide us through the Gallery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture at the National Museum in Canberra via the internet. when >> Thursday, 11 September, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Loud Lounge: Drumming Circles

Explore the world of drumming circles with Drum Circle Facilitator Alex Salvador and unleash your musical ability. when >> where >> cost >>

Thursday, 11 September, 3.15pm–4.45pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free

Loud Lounge: Gaming Antics

Who will reign supreme in a battle of the bands with Band Hero? when >> where >> cost >>

Thursday, 11 September, 3.30pm–4.30pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free

QWC Workshop - Making it Real: Research for Writers with Jessica White

Research is essential to creating a believable story that imbues your work with a sense of time and place, and brings your story to life. when >>

Saturday, 13 September, 9.30am–3.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> QWC Members - Free Non-Members $30 bookings >> Required through www.qwc.asn.au

Email Basics A Learn about email and secure passwords. Set up a free email address and password, send an email, login and logout. Two-part course. when >> Tuesday, 16 September, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

3D Printing C: Creating Using Tinkercad participants will learn how to create a basic design that can then be printed on a 3D printer. when >>

Wednesday, 17 September, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

New to your Murri Bookclub!

Borrow a DVD for the month and discuss it at the next bookclub. when >> Wednesday, 17 September, 6pm–7pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Drop in Thursday Do you need help with a range of technology tools?

Drop in for informal individual or collaborative training sessions. when >> where >> cost >>

Thursday, 18 September, 10am–12pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free

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Learn to Crochet Rediscover the lost art of crochet and learn the basics in this free beginners class. All necessary materials are supplied. when >>

Monday, 22 September, 9.30am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

ABC Open Workshop Realise your dream of becoming a published writer in this workshop that covers story writing and photography. when >> Saturday, 20 September, 9am–3pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Get into Geocaching: Workshop and Discovery Walk at Riverway

Maps, GPS, apps! Join local geocachers to discover the worldwide fun of geocaching. Be the first to borrow the library’s new GPS devices. when >> Saturday, 20 September, 10am–12pm where >> Riverway Arts Centre Meeting Room cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Craft Precinct

Come down to Cotters Markets on the third Sunday of each month and enjoy the handmade arts and craft stalls outside the gallery. when >> where >> cost >>

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Sunday, 21 September, 8.30am–12pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

Art Escape - Colour Wheels with artist John Bradshaw

Spin with pastels and create a spiral of colour paper, cut out shapes and turn them into animal puppets. when >>

Monday, 22 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required

Art Escape - Fluff and Stuff with artist Cassandra Roberts

In this workshop you will make a fantastic animalinspired decoration. Explore elements of art and humour to create crazy animal ornaments. when >> Tuesday, 23 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery when >> Tuesday, 30 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required

Email Basics B Log back into email. Learn about forwarding and replying to emails and if you should use BCC and CC. Save and edit contacts. when >> Tuesday, 23 September, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

when >> where >>

Wednesday, 24 September, 9.30am–11am Western Lyons Park, Cnr Fullham Rd and Charles St, Heatley cost >> Free

Popcorn Maker: Web, Audio and Image Mashups

Come along and have fun with Popcorn Maker: an online program that helps you combine content from across the web like GIFs, music, photos and videos into cool mashups that you can annotate and share. when >> Thursday, 25 September, 12.30pm–2pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Art Escape - Animal Totems with artist Anna Mango

Design an animal-inspired totem pole for your room or garden and paint it using bright shapes and colours. when >>

Wednesday, 24 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required

Art Escape - Mini Pom Pom Creatures with artist Kyana Pike

Make your own pom poms and assemble them into little soft creatures or animals using craft materials. when >>

Friday, 26 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required

Youth 3D Printing A: Awareness

Art Escape - Animal Emblems with artist Kyana Pike

Design and cut your own animal emblem and screen print it onto a flag to fly high on the top of your treehouse. when >>

Thursday, 25 September, 10.30am–1pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required

Hands-on information session for young people who want an introduction to 3D printing and scanners.

You are automatically booked into session B when you book into A. when >> Saturday, 27 September, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >>Required

Youth 3D Printing B: Building

Hands-on maker session where a facilitator will show you the basics of how to use the 3D printer. Includes setting up the machine and loading and unloading the filament. when >> Saturday, 27 September, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >>Required page 13

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Messy Play in the Park Parents and carers come join us for fun filled messy play adventures. Creative messy play helps develop fine motor skills and increases confidence in children.

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Youth 3D Printing C: Creating Using Tinkercad, participants will learn how to create a basic 3D model that can then be printed on a 3D printer. when >> Saturday, 27 September, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Imagine, Play Create!

Transform your Trash

Unleash you imagination with local artist MJ. Reuse your recycling and create art, toys and endless fun these school holidays. when >> Tuesday, 30 September, 9.30am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Craft Workshop for Adults

Capture your Story Through Ochre Painting

Aboriginal artist Rick Garcia will share his knowledge of symbols and designs in this practical painting session. when >>

Saturday, 27 September, 10am–12.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Get crafty and create fantastic gifts for your children by turning old books into vehicles. Presented by Fibres and Fabrics. when >> Tuesday, 30 September, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Imagine, Play Create!

Fashion Alteration

Repurpose your old clothes into something new.

Bring in an old t-shirt and denim skirt or shorts. when >> Tuesday, 30 September, 11.30am–1pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Android Tablet Basics Learn the basics of using the touch screen. Connect to wi-fi, visit a website, and find and download a free app. when >> Tuesday, 30 September, 2pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Art Escape - Animal Façade with Garth Jankovic

Get in touch with your wild side and paint a funky cap using animal designs and patterns. when >>

Monday, 29 September, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required

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11.30am 10am 11am 9am 10am 11am 3.30pm 10am 9am 10am 1pm 1pm 3.30pm 10am 10am 11am 11am 10am 2pm 2pm 9am 10am 1pm 3pm 6pm 9am 10am 11am 12pm 8.30am 10am 10am 2pm 9am 10am 1pm

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activity name Percival's Life Drawing Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Computer Basics A Art Escape - Animal Totems with artist Anna Mango Walk in Wednesday Facebook A - Social networking Art Escape - Mystical Masks with artist MJ Ryan Bennett Art Escape - Delicate Drawing with Johanna Beningfield Imagine, Play, Create! Metal Head Gardening with Townsville Soils Animal Stories Family Fun Day art-box: art activities for under 5s Apps of the Month: Health After School Art Program Computer Basics B Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session 3D Printing A: Awareness Walk in Wednesday Facebook B - Social Networking Loud Lounge: Competition Free Guided Tour of the Townsville Museum Youth 3D Printing A: Awareness Youth 3D Printing B: Building Animal Stories Intro to Blogging Ask Us: Info - Finding Info iPads - Tablet Basics Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session 3D Printing B: Building Walk in Wednesday Loud Lounge: Competition Explore Aboriginal Art ABC Open Workshop Youth 3D Printing C: Creating Animal Stories Townsville Artist Market Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Crafts Precinct Blogging with Wordpress art-box: art activities for under 5s Movie Maker Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session 3D Printing C: Creating Walk in Wednesday The Breast is History: An Intimate Memoir of Breast Cancer Digitise it, Preserve it, Share it Indigenous Astronomy/Sky Knowledge Animal Stories Train Your Lawn Stronger Internet Shopping The Internment Diaries of Mario Sardi Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session Messy Play in the Park Walk in Wednesday Local Bush Tucker Tour

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CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Pinnacles Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale Townsville Museum CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Riverway Arts Centre Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Thuringowa Central CityLibraries Aitkenvale CityLibraries Aitkenvale

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Percival’s Life Drawing Everyone’s welcome, no experience necessary but participants should bring drawing materials and paper. Please note this isn’t a workshop. when >> where >> cost >>

Tuesdays, 6.30pm–9.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery $15

Design an animal-inspired totem pole for your room or garden and paint it using bright shapes and colours. when >> Wednesday, 1 October, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required

Digital Hub One-onOne Training Session

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

Wednesday, 1 October, 9am–10am Wednesday, 8 October, 9am–10am Wednesday, 15 October, 9am–10am Wednesday, 22 October, 9am–10am Wednesday, 29 October, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Art Escape - Animal Totems with artist Anna Mango

Walk in Wednesday Support is available every Wednesday afternoon for individual, collaborative or training sessions, includes 3D printing, photography, green screen, MacBooks, tablets and other technology tools. when >>

where >> cost >>

Wednesday, 1 October, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 8 October, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 15 October, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 22 October, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 29 October, 1pm–4pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free

Computer Basics A Gain beginner skills in using computers and master the mouse. This two part course includes Computer Basics B. when >>

First Wednesday of every month, 1 October, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Facebook A - Social Networking

Art Escape - Mystical Masks with artist MJ Ryan Bennett

Setup a Facebook account and ensure your security settings are correct.

Explore colours, shapes, textures and tones to create a magical mask. Using your wildest imagination, you will transform this mask into a mystical creature.

when >> Wednesday, 1 October, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

when >> Thursday, 2 October, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required

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Art Escape - Delicate Drawing with Johanna Beningfield

Learn to draw your favourite animal, and make a card or picture to frame at home. when >> Friday, 3 October, 10.30am–12.30pm where >> Pinnacles Gallery cost >> $15 bookings >> Required

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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 >> where >> cost >>

Every Sunday from 7 September – 19 October, 9am–11am, during the exhibition Troy Emery: into the wild Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

art-box: art activities for under 5s

Imagine, Play, Create!

Metal head

Give rise to creatures sculpted from recycled metal with MJ in this imaginative workshop.

Come and explore the galleries, learn about art, meet new friends and have fun! This program is designed for under 5s, mums, dads and carers.

when >> Friday, 3 October, 11.30am–1pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Gardening with Townsville Soils

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

Tuesday, 7 October, 10am–11am Pinnacles Gallery Tuesday, 21 October, 10am–11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Gold coin donation

Apps of the Month: Health

Have you lost plants because they were planted in the wrong soil type? Learn more about Townsville soil types from Townsville horticulturist Julie Roach.

Looking for easy and portable apps to help with improving your health? Come along and have a play with some popular health apps.

when >> Saturday, 4 October, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

when >> Tuesday, 7 October, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Animal Stories Enjoy animal story readings on the weekends throughout the exhibition Troy Emery: into the wild. when >> where >> cost >>

Saturdays and Sundays, 4 October–25 October, 11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

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Loud Lounge: Competition Impress us with your lyric skills in the easiest poetry competition of all. Create a poem using book titles. when >> where >> when >> where >> cost >>

Thursday, 9 October, 3.30pm–4.30pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Wednesday, 15 October, 3pm–4.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free

After School Art Program Participants will develop art skills and gain confidence to express themselves creatively through hands-on activities led by a qualified visual arts teacher. when >>

Every Tuesday from 7 October– 9 December, 3.30pm–5.30pm where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> $20 per session or $150 for all ten weeks bookings >> Required

Computer Basics B Continuing from Computer Basics A, students will find out about the basic keys on the different areas of the keyboard and then use advanced techniques to combine keys with the mouse. when >> Wednesday, 8 October, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

3D Printing A: Awareness Hands-on information session for those who want an introduction to 3D printing and scanners. You are automatically booked into session B when you book into A. when >> Wednesday, 8 October, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Facebook B - Social Networking

Free Guided Tour of the Townsville Museum

Townsville Museum will host a free guided tour of their collection of significant Townsville historical objects. Book quickly to secure your place. when >> Friday, 10 October, 10am–11.30am where >> Townsville Museum cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Youth 3D Printing A: Awareness Hands-on information session for young people who want an introduction to 3D printing and scanners.

You are automatically booked into session B when you book into A. when >> Saturday, 11 October, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Youth 3D Printing B: Building

Make friends on Facebook, write messages on friends’ walls, upload a photo and chat to your friends.

Hands-on maker session where a facilitator will show you the basics of how to use the 3D printer. Includes setting up the machine and loading and unloading the filament.

when >> Wednesday, 8 October, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

when >> Saturday, 11 October, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

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Intro to Blogging What is a blog? Explore the basics of the world of blogging including how to search for good blogs and bloggers. when >> Tuesday, 14 October, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Ask Us: Info - Finding Info Get help to find the information you need (online, databases, alerts, books), connect with online learning, and discover eBooks and eMagazines. when >> Tuesday, 14 October, 2pm–5pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

iPads - Tablet Basics Learn the basics of using the touch screen. Connect to wi-fi, visit a website and find and download a free app. when >> Tuesday, 14 October, 2pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

ABC Open Workshop Realise your dream of becoming a published writer in this workshop that covers story writing and photography. when >> Saturday, 18 October, 9am–3pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Youth 3D Printing C: Creating Using Tinkercad, participants will learn how to create a basic 3D model that can then be printed on a 3D printer. when >> Saturday, 18 October, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

3D Printing B: Building Hands-on maker session where a facilitator will show you the basics of how to use the 3D printer. Includes setting up the machine and loading and unloading the filament. when >> Wednesday, 15 October, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Townsville Artist Market The market features a wide range of stalls by dedicated artists and crafts people from the region; from small wares to feature paintings. when >> where >> cost >>

Saturday, 18 October, 12pm–3pm Riverway Arts Centre Free page 19

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Explore Aboriginal Art Explore Aboriginal Art from traditional to contemporary through social media. when >> Wednesday, 15 October, 6pm–7pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

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Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Crafts Precinct

Come down to Cotters Markets on the third Sunday of each month and enjoy the handmade arts and crafts stalls outside the gallery. when >> where >> cost >>

Sunday, 19 October, 8.30am–12pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

The Breast is History: An Intimate Memoir of Breast Cancer

Blogging with Wordpress Learn how to use some of the different features the world’s most popular online publishing platform has to offer. when >> Tuesday, 21 October, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Movie Maker

Author Bronwyn Hope is a breast cancer survivor. Her book provides a refreshing view of the aftermath of cancer that will motivate and inspire. when >> Wednesday, 22 October, 6.30pm–7.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Digitise it, Preserve it, Share it Learn how to digitise, preserve and share your family treasures in this workshop. Contact Robyn to secure your place. when >> Thursday, 23 October, 10am–1pm where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free bookings >> Required, Phone 4727 9717

Transform your videos into a movie using Windows Movie Maker - a free program! Cut any embarrassing footage from the video then add narration, photos and effects. when >> Tuesday, 21 October, 2pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

3D Printing C: Creating Using Tinkercad participants will learn how to create a basic 3D model that can then be printed on a 3D printer. when >> Wednesday, 22 October, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

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Indigenous Astronomy/ Sky Knowledge

Dr. Duane Hamacher from the Indigenous Unit at Nura Gili, UNSW will present an Indigenous view of astronomy via the NBN Smart TV at the library. when >> Friday, 24 October, 11am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Flinders Street cost >> Free bookings >> Required

when >> Saturday, 25 October, 2pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Internet Shopping Learn how to shop online safely. We’ll discuss payment methods, your rights, online shops and more. Includes a grocery shopping exercise. when >> Tuesday, 28 October, 2pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

The Internment Diaries of Mario Sardi

Author Ilma Martinuzzu O’Brien of LaTrobe University will discuss her recent book, The Internment Diaries of Mario Sardi, which offers an insight into the world of an Australian interred in Australia during the war. when >> Tuesday, 28 October, 7pm–9pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Local Bush Tucker Tour Cape Pallarenda abounds in native flora. Join Darren Butler for a bush tucker tour that will include plants used for traditional healing. when >> Friday, 31 October, 9.30am–11am where >> Cape Pallarenda cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Messy Play in the Park Parents and carers come join us for fun filled messy play adventures. Creative messy play helps develop fine motor skills and increases confidence in children. when >> where >>

Wednesday, 29 October, 9.30am–11am Cambridge Park, Cnr Cambridge and Laurie Streets, Vincent cost >> Free

garmin etrex 10 gps available in october Borrow a Garmin GPS from CityLibraries Aitkenvale and start your geocaching adventure. There are five kits available. Staff can help you get started today. page 21

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Train Your Lawn Stronger Join the Integrated Sustainability Services team and learn how to build up your lawn to be resilient throughout the dry season.

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date

time

activity name

venue

pg

Tues 4 Nov

10am

art-box: art activities for under 5s

Pinnacles Gallery

23

Tues 4 Nov Tuesdays Wed 5 Nov

1pm 6.30pm 10am

Introductory HTML Percival's Life Drawing Computer Basics A

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Perc Tucker Regional Gallery CityLibraries Aitkenvale

23 23 23

Wed 5 Nov

9am

Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

23

Wed 5 Nov

10am

3D Printing A: Awareness

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

23

Wed 5 Nov

1pm

Walk in Wednesday

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

24

Wed 5 Nov

1pm

Skype

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

24

Tues 11 Nov

9.30am

From Black to Gold: The True Story of the Making of Townsville by Michael Brumby

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

24

Tues 11 Nov

1pm

iMovie Basics

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

24

Tues 11 Nov

2pm

Ask Us: Info - Finding Info

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

24

Wed 12 Nov

9am

Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

23

Wed 12 Nov

10am

Computer Basics B

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

24

Wed 12 Nov

10am

3D Printing B: Building

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

24

Wed 12 Nov

1pm

Walk in Wednesday

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

24

Wed 12 Nov

1pm

Kitchen Gardening with Herbs

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

25

Wed 12 Nov

2pm

Using our Smart TV workshop

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

25

Thur 13 Nov

3.30pm

Loud Lounge: Release a Rainbow

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

25

Sat 15 Nov

9am

ABC Open Workshop

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

25

Sun 16 Nov

8.30am

Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Crafts Precinct

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

25

Sun 16 Nov

9am

Family Fun Day

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

25

Tues 18 Nov

10am

Apps of the Month: Food

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

26

Tues 18 Nov

10am

iPads- Tablet Basics

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

26

Tues 18 Nov

10am

art-box: art activities for under 5s

Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

23

Wed 19 Nov

9am

Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

23

Wed 19 Nov

10am

3D Printing C: Creating

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

26

Wed 19 Nov

1pm

Walk in Wednesday

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

24

Tues 18 Nov

2pm

iPad -Taking and Editing Photos.

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

26

Wed 19 Nov

3pm

Loud Lounge: Release a Rainbow

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

25

Wed 19 Nov

6pm

Final Murri Bookclub for 2014

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

26

Sat 22 Nov

10am

Christmas Beading

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

26

Tues 25 Nov

10am

Time-lapse Photography

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

26

Mon 24 Nov

1pm

Android Tablet Basics

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

26

Wed 26 Nov

9am

Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

23

Wed 26 Nov

9.30am

Messy Play in the Park

Aitkenvale Park

27

Wed 26 Nov

1pm

Open Universities Australia Connect Library: Welcome and Information

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

27

Wed 26 Nov

1pm

Walk in Wednesday

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

24

Thur 27 Nov

10am

Drop in Thursday

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

27

Fri 28 Nov

10am

Hang a Different Christmas Wreath This Year

CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

27

Sat 29 Nov

2.30pm

Afternoon Tea with a Classic

CityLibraries Aitkenvale

27

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The market features a wide range of stalls by dedicated artists and crafts people from the region; from small wares to feature paintings. when >> Saturday, 18 October, 12pm–3pm where >> Riverway Arts Centre cost >> Free

art-box: art activities for under 5s

Come and explore the galleries, learn about art, meet new friends and have fun! This program is designed for under 5s, mums, dads and carers. when >> where >> when >> where >> cost >>

Tuesday, 4 November, 10am–11am Pinnacles Gallery Tuesday, 18 November, 10am–11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Gold coin donation

Introductory HTML Get familiar with common HTML tags by adding text, hyperlinks and multimedia content to a web page. when >> Tuesday, 4 November, 1pm–2.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Computer Basics A Gain beginner skills in using computers and master the mouse. This two part course includes Computer Basics B. when >>

First Wednesday of every month, 5 November, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Digital Hub One-on-One Training Session

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

Wednesday, 5 November, 9am–10am Wednesday, 12 November, 9am–10am Wednesday, 19 November, 9am–10am Wednesday, 26 November, 9am–10am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

3D Printing A: Awareness Hands-on information session for those who want an introduction to 3D printing and scanners. You are automatically booked into session B when you book into A.

Percival’s Life Drawing Everyone’s welcome, no experience necessary but participants should bring drawing materials and paper. Please note this isn’t a workshop. when >> where >> cost >>

Tuesdays, 6.30pm–9.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery $15

when >> Wednesday, 5 November, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

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townsville artist market

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Walk in Wednesday Support is available every Wednesday afternoon for individual, collaborative or training sessions, includes 3D printing, photography, green screen, MacBooks, tablets and other technology tools. when >>

where >> cost >>

Wednesday, 5 November, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 12 November, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 19 November, 1pm–4pm Wednesday, 26 November, 1pm–4pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free

Skype Make video calls with this popular program. Create a Skype account, find contacts, make video and phone calls. Prerequisite: an email address. when >> Wednesday, 5 November, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Ask Us: Info - Finding Info Get help to find the information you need (online, databases, alerts, books), connect with online learning, and discover eBooks and eMagazines. when >> Tuesday, 11 November, 2pm–5pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Computer Basics B Continuing from Computer Basics A, students will find out about the basic keys on the different areas of the keyboard and then use advanced techniques to combine keys with the mouse. when >> Wednesday, 12 November, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

3D Printing B: Building From Black to Gold: The True Story of the Making of Townsville by Michael Brumby

Hands-on maker session where a facilitator will show you the basics of how to use the 3D printer. Includes setting up the machine and loading and unloading the filament.

In this talk Michael Brumby follows the life and work of John Melton Black from 1861 to the discovery of gold at Charters Towers that finally fulfilled Black’s dream.

when >> Wednesday, 12 November, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

when >> Tuesday, 11 November, 9.30am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

iMovie Basics Come along and explore the basics of creating, editing and compiling movies in iMovie on MacBooks. when >> Tuesday, 11 November, 1pm–2.30pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required page 24

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Kitchen Gardening with Herbs

ABC Open Workshop

Learn how to grow and propagate herbs in pots and learn about the history and background of herbs.

Practical demonstrations included.

Realise your dream of becoming a published writer in this workshop that covers story writing and photography.

when >> Wednesday, 12 November, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

when >> Saturday, 15 November, 9am–3pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Using our Smart TV Workshop Our Smart TV runs Skype and other apps over the NBN. Find out how to use it and how you can book it. when >> Wednesday, 12 November, 2pm–3.30pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Cotters Market Handmade Arts and Crafts Precinct

Come down to Cotters Markets on the third Sunday of each month and enjoy the handmade arts and crafts stalls outside the gallery. when >> where >> cost >>

Sunday, 16 November, 8.30am–12pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

Loud Lounge: Release a Rainbow

Transform dull items into originals with Sharpie tie dye. when >> where >> when >> where >> cost >>

Thursday, 13 November, 3.30pm–4.30pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Wednesday, 19 November, 3pm–4.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free

Family Fun Day Drop in to the gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in free family art activities. when >> where >> cost >>

Sunday, 16 November, 9am–11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

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Apps of the Month: Food Come along and have a play with some fun and portable popular food apps. when >> Tuesday, 18 November, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

iPads-Tablet Basics Learn the basics of using the touch screen. Connect to wi-fi, visit a website and find and download a free app. when >> Tuesday, 18 November, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

iPad-Taking and Editing Photos

Learn the basics of the iPad camera. Look at basic editing techniques, then give it amazing effects with the help of an app. when >> Tuesday, 18 November, 2pm–4pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Christmas Beading Design and make your own Christmas decorations or necklace. Learn how to bead step by step with different styles and techniques. when >> Saturday, 22 November, 10am–12pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Android Tablet Basics Learn the basics of using the touch screen. Connect to wi-fi, visit a website, and find and download a free app. when >> Monday, 24 November, 1pm–3pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

3D Printing C: Creating Using Tinkercad participants will learn how to create a basic 3D model that can then be printed on a 3D printer. when >>

Wednesday, 19 November, 10am–11.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Final Murri Bookclub for 2014 Have you read ‘Tiddas’? Murri bookclub will discuss this fun book at our last bookclub for the year. when >> Wednesday, 19 November, 6pm–7pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

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Time-lapse Photography Learn how to use a time-lapse app on your smart phone or tablet and capture your own time-lapse video. when >> Tuesday, 25 November, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Parents and carers come join us for fun filled messy play adventures. Creative messy play helps develop fine motor skills and increases confidence in children. when >> where >>

Wednesday, 26 November, 9.30am–11am Aitkenvale Park, Petunia Street, Atikenvale cost >> Free

Hang a Different Christmas Wreath This Year

Get in early for Christmas by creating a stunning Christmas wreath using family photos. when >> Friday, 28 November, 10am–11am where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Open Universities Australia Connect Library: Welcome and Information Get to know other OUA students and discover what the library has to offer you. Your OUA Connect Librarians are experienced in online learning. when >> Wednesday, 26 November, 1pm–2.30pm where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central cost >> Free bookings >> Required

Drop in Thursday Do you need help with a range of technology tools?

Drop in for informal individual or collaborative training sessions. when >> where >> cost >>

Thursday, 27 November, 10am–12pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free

Afternoon Tea with a Classic Everyone loves to discuss a classic! Join us for a literary afternoon tea to review the classic book Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte. when >>

Saturday, 29 November, 2.30pm–4.30pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> $5 bookings >> Required

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Messy Play in the Park

Troy Emery: into the wild glencore children's exhibition The 2014 Glencore Children’s Exhibition, Troy Emery: into the wild, showcases the stunning works of Melbourne-based artist Troy Emery. Children and families can engage daily in interactive art activities as part of the exhibition including taking a safari adventure of Troy’s magnificent creatures; learning about the artist, art theory and soft sculpture. when >> 29 August–19 October where >> Perc Tucker Regional Gallery cost >> Free Image: TROY EMERY Small Companion 2013 Polyester pompoms, polyurethane mannequin, glass eyes, plastic earliners and hot glue, 49 x 60 x 16cm Courtesy Martin Browne Contemporary. Photo: John Brash.

New Creative Workshops New and exciting workshops to come involving all different types of creative technologies.

The library has many exciting resources such as a 3D printers, tablets, apps, MacBook Pros, media equipment including cameras, videos, green screen, lighting and microphones. All of which will be involved in different workshops over June, July and August.

Keep an eye on Facebook, Twitter and the What’s On page on our website for more information. page 28

Imagine, Create, Play!

Unleash your inventive side and have fun in our Creative Space. Drop in or attend a workshop. Make a robot bug, transform old clothes or discover 3D printing. You choose.

Bookings are required for workshops. when >>

Monday, 29 September–Friday, 3 October, various times where >> CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

The Learning Townsville Directory The Learning Townsville Directory aims to connect people with both formal and informal learning opportunities in Townsville via an online portal.

The Directory provides greater access to learning opportunities for people of all ages as well as providing a platform for increased partnerships and networks between learning providers.

To be included in the Directory or for more information contact the Community Information Centre 4771 4230 cic@townsville.qld.gov.au www.facebook.com/CICTownsville

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community development

Available in October

United voices building better connected communities.

i dinosaur

The Community Development section assists to build the community’s capacity by encouraging, supporting and delivering community services, raising awareness for health and wellbeing and connecting others through community partnerships.

American Museum of Natural History

Level 1, Northtown Building Flinders Street, Townsville City.

the beatles

Mick Manning & Brita Granstrom

garden to table Katherine Hengel

boy craft Sara Duchars & Sarah Marks

edward lear’s book of nonsense Edward Lear

treasury of animal tales

really horrible jokes: science jokes Karen King & Patience Coster page 30

www.townsville.qld.gov.au 07 4727 9680

Inclusive Community Advisory Committee Council have established an Inclusive Community Advisory Committee. Various special interest groups are represented and the group advocates for equity of access and advises council on current and emerging issues.

For more information and how you can get involved visit www.townsville. qld.gov.au.

pinnacles gallery

citylibraries aitkenvale – 07 4727 8310

petunia st

galleries

aitkenvale park

l

n

charlotte st

ross river rd

mon, fri 9am–5pm tue, wed, thurs 9am–6pm sat 9am–3pm

bus exchange

pinnacles@townsville.qld.gov.au www.townsville.qld.gov.au 07 4773 8871 Pinnacles Gallery, Townsville

perc tucker gallery

denham st

flinders street – 07 4727 9666

flinders st

(Closed Mondays and Public Holidays)

t

l

stokes st

Opening Hours >> Tues–Sun: 10am–5pm

mon–fri 9am–5pm sat 9am–12pm sun 9am–1pm

dea n s

Riverway Arts Centre 20 Village Boulevard Thuringowa Central

ogden st

perc tucker regional gallery n

hudson st

thuringowa central – 07 4773 8811

Opening Hours >> Mon–Fri : 10am - 5pm Sat–Sun: 10am–2pm Closed Public Holidays

n

l

hinchinbrook dr

thuringowa drive

Crn Denham and Flinders Street Townsville ptrg@townsville.qld.gov.au www.townsville.qld.gov.au 07 4727 9011 Perc tucker Regional Gallery, Townsville

kirwan high school

mon, fri 9am–5pm tue, wed, thurs 9am–6pm sat 9am–3pm sun 9am–1pm

library@townsville.qld.gov.au www.townsville.qld.gov.au/facilities/libraries CityLibraries Townsville @TownsvilleLib page 31

A Library to your Inbox CityLibraries Townsville have launched Learn Discover Connect Highlights, a monthly snapshot of library news and upcoming events. The e-newsletter will follow a similar format to the Learn Discover Connect booklet, however you’ll be able to jump directly to bookings, websites, multimedia content and more. You’ll be first to hear about library news, including author visits, festivals and much more.

To subscribe, visit the CityLibraries Townsville website or Facebook page.

MiTownsville WiFi will see high speed public access WiFi, powered by the NBN being delivered as part of the MiTownsville initiative.

borrowing allowance

This will initially be rolled out through the council libraries and subsequently implemented across other council run community facilities (stadiums, galleries, Riverway, Soundshell).

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

The first stage of the MiTownsville WiFi will be rolled out in August 2013.

reservations for library items

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

loan period renewals

Physical items can be renewed for up to two additional loan periods unless the items have been reserved by another member.

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