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

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 1800 878 001.

booking activities Discover the Internet step-by-step

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.

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 Aitkenvale and Thuringowa CityLibraries.

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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want to receive learn discover connect by email?

This is a voluntary email list you can join to receive a link to the electronic copy of each new ‘Learn Discover Connect’ publication.

Joining the ‘Learn Discover Connect’ email list: web >> Visit council’s website and follow the links to the E-news page. email >> Send an email to: listmanager@lists.slq.qld.gov.au Leave the subject blank and type ‘subscribe citylibraries’ in the message body.

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

Tuesdays, 10am – 11am, during the school term CityLibraries Flinders Street

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Wednesdays, 10am – 11am CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

when >> where >>

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

cost >>

Free

Baby Rhyme Time

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 on the second and last Wednesday of the month in a local park where >> City Libraries Aitkenvale booking >> Bookings required

Multicultural Storytime

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

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.

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

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

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regular events

Storytime

regular events

PARENT INFORMATION SESSIONS

topics and dates for this quarter >>

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.

Thursday 5 December 2013 Breastfeeding Information and Support

when >>

First Thursday of the month, 9.30am where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Bookings required

EYIS will not be holding an info session in January 2014 due to the Xmas/School Holiday break.

EARLY YEARS INFORMATION SERVICE

Free Homework help with YourTutor

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

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Thursday 6 February 2014 Growing strong and well - Mum’s Playgroup

Having trouble with your homework? Get one-on-one help online with YourTutor at CityLibraries Townsville. All you need is a library card. when >> where >> cost >>

Monday – Friday 4pm–8pm Online at CityLibraries Townsville Free

get ready for cyclone season!

Scan your important personal documents to a free 4GB USB. Scan, Send, Save.

CityLibraries has new scanners in the branches that enable your documents to be quickly and easily scanned. You can then email your documents straight from the scanner, or store to a USB stick.

That way your important documents will be stored in a number of different locations, so that in the event your documents are

destroyed in a cyclone (or other natural disaster) you would have backup copies.

During the month of December, drop in to a CityLibraries branch to receive your free USB and ask a staff member to assist you to Scan, Send, Save!

This is a free service.

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MONTHS OF LEGO

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ACTIVITIES DURING BRICK BY BRICK

LEGO, the LEGO logo and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2013 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved.

Historical information and materials provided by the LEGO Group.

LEGO™ Workshop with Certified LEGO Professional Ryan McNaught

Calling all young architects, builders and artists!

Work with Australia’s only Certified LEGO™ Professional Ryan McNaught to build LEGO Townsville! Free. Participants must be 7+. when >>

where >>

Friday 13, Monday 16, Wednesday 17 December: 10.30am–11.15am, 11.30am– 12.15pm, 1pm–1.45pm, 2pm–2.45pm, 3pm–3.45pm, 4pm–4.45pm Thursday 18 December: 10.30am– 11.15am, 11.30am–12.15pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

Work with Australia’s only Certified LEGO™ Professional Ryan McNaught, to build the Great Barrier Reef in LEGO. Create wonderful fish, beautiful coral and scary sharkes. when >>

where >>

Saturday 8, Monday 10 February: 9.30am–10.15am, 10.30am–11.15am, 11.30am–12.15pm, 1pm–1.45pm, 2pm– 2.45pm, 3pm–3.45pm, 4pm–4.45pm Sunday 9 February: 10.30am–11.15am, 11.30am–12.15pm, 1pm–1.45pm, 2pm–2.45pm, 3pm–3.45pm Willows Shopping Centre

cost >> Free booking >> Required

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Build LEGO™ Townsville Ryan McNaught will be building Perc Tucker Regional Gallery in LEGO! Watch him create our Gallery or build something of your own! 6+. when >> where >>

Saturday 14 – Sunday 15 December: 10.30am–2pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

LEGO™ Mystery Mural Come to the Gallery and grab a LEGO™ brick to add to the Mystery Mural, which will take shape, brick by brick, until the picture is revealed. 6+. when >> where >> cost >>

Friday 13 December – Sunday 23 February Mon–Fri: 10am–5pm Sat–Sun: 10am–2pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

LEGO™ Free Create Wall Let your imagination run wild and make LEGO™ creations at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery. when >> where >> cost >>

Friday 13 December – Sunday 23 February Mon–Fri: 10am–5pm Sat–Sun: 10am–2pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

LEGO™ Video Games

LEGO™ Animations

Play away your Summer with some of your favourite LEGO™ games.

Make your own LEGO™ stop-animation clip.

Participants will need to bring a digital camera.

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when >> Thursday 23 January: 2pm–4pm cost >> Free booking >> Required

where >> cost >>

Friday 13 December – Sunday 23 February Mon–Fri: 10am–5pm Sat–Sun: 10am–2pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

LEGO™ Inspired Cooking Come and do some baking at the Gallery with LEGO™ inspired recipes. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Tuesday 7, 14, 21 January: 2pm–4pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free Required

LEGO™ Masks LEGO™ pirate, LEGO astronaut or LEGO Johnny Depp?

Design your own LEGO mask and wear it out of the Gallery or Willows Shopping Centre! when >> where >>

Thursday 9 and 16 January: 2pm–4pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

when >> where >>

Saturday 15 and 22 February: 11am-3pm Willows Shopping Centre

cost >> Free booking >> Required

LEGO™ Supercars Create a balloon-powered LEGO™ race car. when >> where >>

Saturday 11, 18 and 25 January: 10.45am–12.45pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

when >> where >>

Thursday 13 and 20 February: 4pm–8pm Willows Shopping Centre

cost >> Free booking >> Required

LEGO™ Tour Come and enjoy a tour of the exhibition Brick by Brick at Perc Tucker Regional Gallery. when >> where >> cost >>

Tuesday 7, 14 and 21 January, Thurs 9, 16, 23 January, Fri 11, 18, 25 January: 1pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

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date Sunday 1 Dec Tuesday 3 Dec Tuesday 3 Dec Wednesday 4 Dec Wednesday 4 Dec Wednesday 4 Dec Wednesday 4 Dec Friday 6 Dec Friday 6 Dec Tuesday 10 Dec Tuesday 10 Dec Tuesday 10 Dec Tuesday 10 Dec Wednesday 11 Dec Wednesday 11 Dec Wednesday 11 Dec Thursday 12 Dec Friday 13 Dec Saturday 14 Dec Saturday 14 Dec Sunday 15 Dec Sunday 15 Dec Tuesday 17 Dec Tuesday 17 Dec Tuesday 17 Dec Tuesday 17 Dec Wednesday 18 Dec Wednesday 18 Dec Thursday 19 Dec Friday 20 Dec Saturday 21 Dec

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Voices of the North - Readings and Morning Tea Family Fun Day Artist Market Christmas Creations Christmas Creations art-box: Art activities for under 5s Percival's Life Drawing Android - Tablet Basics Skype - Video Calling Christmas Creations Christmas Creations ABC Open 500 Words - Free Writing Workshop

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GET SOCIAL WITH COUNCIL LIKE US!

Maggie Towns

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Townsville City Council Townsville TicketShop Townsville City Council Events Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, Townsville Pinnacles Gallery, Townsville Townsville Disaster Information CityLibraries Townsville

FOLLOW US! @TCC_News @TownsvilleLib @TCC_PercTucker @TCC_Pinnacles @townsvilleshine

see page numbers for more information and bookings

CityLibraries staff have recommended some great summer reading for you online at Goodreads http://bit.ly/tsvgoodreads.

Gain introductory skills in using computers and master the mouse. This two-part course includes Computer Basics B.

when >> where >> cost >>

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

Sunday 1 December – Friday 31 January CityLibraries online Free

Wednesday 4 December, 10am – 12pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Storytime with La Luna Youth Arts

La Luna Youth Arts proudly presents a storytime with a twist. After storytime, children are encouraged to explore the books they’ve read through dramatic play.

Christmas Decorations: Using Spin Art

when >> where >> cost >>

Wednesday 4 December, 10am – 11am CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free

Create Christmas decorations from your very own Spin Art work. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Tuesday 3 December, 10am – 12.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central $5 Required

art-box: art activities for under 5s

Come and explore Pinnacles Gallery and Perc Tucker Regional Gallery, learn about art, meet new friends and have fun! This program is designed for under 5s, mums, dads and carers. when >> where >>

Tuesday 3 December, 10am – 11am Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre

when >> where >>

Tuesday 17 December, 10am – 11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

cost >>

Free

Basic Photo Editing Personalise your photos to send to loved ones at Christmas. Please bring your digital photos on USB stick or your camera’s memory card. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 4 December, 12pm – 2pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

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Computer Basics A

Great Summer Reads

december. january. february.

Internet Basics A What is the internet? Learn how to browse and search the World Wide Web in this two-part course. Must also attend Internet Basics B. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 4 December, 1pm – 3pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

iPads - Tablet Basics Use the touch screen interface, connect to WiFi, use an App, install an App. Prerequisite: Apple ID (if using own iPad) when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Christmas Craft

Tuesday 10 December, 10am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

iPads - Photos

Create a beautiful hand-made Christmas decoration and gift at our free Christmas craft workshop.

Learn how to take photos and edit them using the camera and photos apps.

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

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

Friday 6 December, 10am – 12pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

Tuesday 10 December, 11.30am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Internet Shopping Let’s shop - just in time for Christmas! This class includes great online shopping sites, security procedures, payment and delivery methods to consider when shopping online. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Friday 6 December, 10am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Christmas Storytime for Preschoolers Celebrate Christmas with your preschool aged children at a festive Christmas Storytime. A special guest will join us for the celebration. Ho! Ho! Ho! when >> where >>

Tuesday 10 December, 10am – 11am CityLibraries Flinders Street

when >> where >>

Wednesday 11 December, 10am – 11am CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

when >> where >>

Friday 13 December, 10am – 11am CityLibraries Aitkenvale

cost >>

Free

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Percival’s Life Drawing Gallery Services hosts life drawing. Everyone’s welcome, no experience necessary but participants should bring drawing materials and paper. Please note this isn’t an art class. when >>

where >> cost >>

Tuesday 10 December, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Tuesday 17 December, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery $15/ session

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

Wednesday 11 December, 10am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Discover the Mosaic Historical Townsville Service

Access historic maps, aerial photographs, World War II sites, the history of street and suburb names and headstones within our historic West End Cemetery. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Saturday 14 December, 10am CityLibraries Flinders Street Free Required

Internet Basics B Gain more WWW experience following Internet Basics A. Explore online learning sites, view maps, find your house and check out Google translate. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 11 December, 1pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Voices of the North Readings and Morning Tea

Writers in Townsville Society (WITS) presents a special morning of readings from their anthology. when >> where >> cost >>

Book Launch Join us for the launch of Lovely as Usual, by local author Joyce Higgins. Previous books - It’s a Gift My Lord and Watermelon and Custard. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Thursday 12 December, 10am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Saturday 14 December, 10am – 11.30am CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free

Family Fun Day Drop-in to Perc Tucker Regional Gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in family art activities when >> where >> cost >>

Sunday 15 December, 10.30am – 12.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

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Computer Basics B Following Computer Basics A, students will learn keyboard basics and then use advanced features like copy and paste.

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Android - Tablet Basics Use the touch screen interface, connect to the WiFi, use Apps, install an App from the Google store.

Prerequisite: Google account (if using your tablet) when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

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 >>

Sunday 15 December, 3pm – 6pm Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre Free

Wednesday 18 December, 10am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Skype - Video Calling Internet video chat program. Create a free Skype username, add contacts, check privacy settings, make free video calls and experience group chatting.

Prerequisite: Email address. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 18 December, 1pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Christmas Creations Get into the spirit of the season and spend time creating special Christmas decorations. when >> where >> when >>

Tuesday 17 December, 9am – 10.30am Tuesday 17 December, 11am – 12.30pm CityLibraries Flinders Street

where >>

Thursday 19 December, 9am – 10.30am Thursday 19 December, 11am – 12.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

when >>

where >>

Friday 20 December, 9am – 10.30am Friday 20 December, 11am – 12.30pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale

cost >> Free booking >> Required

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ABC Open 500 Words Free Writing Workshop

Be part of the monthly writing challenge that invites you to write a short non-fiction story and get it published on the ABC. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Saturday 21 December, 9am – 12pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

Database Feature ‘Languagenut’

Fun for kids up to 12 with games and activities to keep their brains ticking over.

Have fun learning a language over the holidays or improve your English skills with this simple online site.

when >> where >>

when >> where >>

cost >>

Always Online through our webpage at http://bit.ly/tsvonlineinfo Free access for library members

cost >>

Always Online through our webpage at http://bit.ly/tsvonlineinfo Free access for library members

Database Feature ‘Busykids’ Lots of fun activities to keep kids busy these holidays with free access through the library website anytime using your library membership number. when >> where >> cost >>

Always Online through our webpage at http://bit.ly/tsvonlineinfo Free access for library members

The Summer Holidays are in.

The Hot Pocket is out. >> The super-sized summer edition features 64 pages of holiday events, workshops and activities. >> Check out the coupons in the back for some super savings. >> Grab your free copy from a council customer service centre or download now from council’s website.

www.townsville.qld.gov.au

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Database feature ‘Bigbus2’

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date Tuesday 7 Jan Tuesday 7 Jan Wednesday 8 Jan Wednesday 8 Jan Tuesday 14 Jan Tuesday 14 Jan Wednesday 15 Jan Wednesday 15 Jan Wednesday 15 Jan Wednesday 15 Jan Thursday 16 Jan Friday 17 Jan Saturday 18 Jan Sunday 19 Jan Monday 20 Jan Tuesday 21 Jan Tuesday 21 Jan Tuesday 21 Jan Tuesday 21 Jan Tuesday 21 Jan Tuesday 21 Jan Wednesday 22 Jan Wednesday 22 Jan Wednesday 22 Jan Wednesday 22 Jan Wednesday 22 Jan Thursday 23 Jan Thursday 23 Jan Friday 24 Jan Friday 24 Jan Friday 24 Jan Tuesday 28 Jan Wednesday 29 Jan Thursday 30 Jan

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Free Family Swim Day Sunday 15 Dec, 9am – 3pm Entry to the following pools is FREE! >> >> >> >>

Long Tan Memorial Pool Kokoda Memorial Pool Tobruk Memorial Baths Northern Beaches Leisure Centre

Come along, cool off and enjoy a fun day at the pools!

www.townsville.qld.gov.au

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see page numbers for more information and bookings

art-box: art activities for under 5s

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

Tuesday 7 January, 10am – 11am Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre Free

Percival’s Life Drawing Gallery Services hosts life drawing. Everyone’s welcome, no experience necessary but participants should bring drawing materials and paper. Please note this isn’t an art class. when >>

where >> cost >>

Tuesday 7 January, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Tuesday 14 January, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Tuesday 21 January, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Tuesday 28 January, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery $15/ session

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

Wednesday 8 January, 10am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Internet Basics A What is the internet? Learn how to browse and search the World Wide Web in this two-part course. Must also attend Internet Basics B. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Code Breakers Ever wondered what it is like to be a spy? This is your chance to learn the secrets of how to create and break codes. when >>

where >>

Tuesday 14 January, 9am – 10.30am Tuesday 14 January, 11am – 12.30pm CityLibraries Flinders Street

when >>

where >>

Thursday 16 January, 9am – 10.30am Thursday 16 January, 11am – 12.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

when >>

where >>

Friday 17 January, 9am – 10.30am Friday 17 January, 11am – 12.30pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale

cost >> Free booking >> Required

Computer Basics B Following Computer Basics A, students will learn keyboard basics and then use advanced features including copy and paste. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 15 January, 10am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Internet Basics B Gain more WWW experience following Internet Basics A. Explore on-line learning sites, view maps, find your house, check out Google translate. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 15 January, 1pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Wednesday 8 January, 1pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

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Catch Up TV Use the internet to catch up on shows after they appear on TV. You may never have to rush home for your favourite show again. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 15 January, 3pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

art-box: art activities for under 5s

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

Tuesday 21 January, 10am – 11am Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

ABC Open - Writing and Photography Workshop

This monthly workshop invites you to write a short non-fiction story and get it published on the ABC. Afternoon session covers photography.

Indigenous (Murri) Bookclub alongside Reading for Reconciliation

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

Saturday 18 January, 9am – 3pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

The Indigenous (Murri) book club is having a fresh new start in 2014. Come along! when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 15 January, 6pm – 7pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

Family Fun Day Drop-in to Perc Tucker Regional Gallery for five minutes or two hours and take part in family art activities. when >> where >> cost >>

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Sunday 19 January, 10.30am – 12.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

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

Monday 20 January, 10.30am – 12.30pm Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre $15/session Required

Art Escape Paper craft Animals with artist Anna Mango. Create a colourful animal out of paper and watch it come to life- right under your fingertips! when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Tuesday 21 January, 10.30am – 12.30pm Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre $15/session Required

D.I.Y. Spy Kit Come along and create your own disguise kit and briefcase to carry your secret spy gear. when >>

where >> cost >> booking >>

Tuesday 21 January, 9am – 10.30am Tuesday 21 January, 11am – 12.30pm CityLibraries Flinders Street Free Required Primary

Promoting Yourself with LinkedIn

Discover the most popular professional networking platform online. Learn how to build your professional identity and establish how to promote your profile. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Tuesday 21 January, 10.30am – 12pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

iPads - Photos Use iPad camera and photos app to take, view and edit photos. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 22 January, 10am – 11am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Art Escape

Virtual Tour via Robot National Museum of Australia

Interesting interactive tour via robot of the Landmarks Gallery in the National Museum of Australia. when >>

where >> cost >> booking >>

Tuesday 21 January, 10am – 11am Tuesday 21 January, 11.30am – 12.30pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Up cycled Board games with artist MJ Ryan Bennett.

Learn the basics of dismantling and re-designing old board games to create a personalised artwork using game pieces, playing cards and instructions. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 22 January, 10.30am – 12.30pm Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre $15/session Required

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Art Escape Luck of the Dice with artist Nicole Potgieter. Learn how to construct a lucky dice to play with your friends, using fun art and craft activities to decorate your new toy!

december. january. february.

iPads - Tablet Basics Use the touch screen interface, connect to WiFi, use an app, install an app. Prerequisite: Apple ID (if using own iPad) when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 22 January, 1pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Invasion Day 2014

iPads - Photos Learn how to take photos and edit them using the camera and photos apps. Use a free app to add pizzazz to photos. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 22 January, 3pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Australia Day is celebrated as Australia’s foundation day however Aboriginal people mourn their history and call it Invasion or Survival Day. Speaker Professor Gracelyn Smallwood. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Loud Lounge - Girls Night Out Bring a friend and have a fun night full of craft, music and food. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 22 January, 6pm – 8pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

D.I.Y. Spy Kit Come along and create your own disguise kit and briefcase to carry your secret spy gear. when >>

where >>

Thursday 23 January, 9am – 10.30am Thursday 23 January, 11am – 12.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central

when >>

where >>

Friday 24 January, 9am – 10.30am Friday 24 January, 11am – 12.30pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale

cost >> Free booking >> Required

Art Escape Beautiful Jack-in-the-box with Kath Cornwall.

Complete a gorgeous toy for somebody in your family, or a special friend, using delicate painting with watercolour, creative paper assemblage and box construction. when >> where >> cost >> booking >> page 18

Thursday 23 January, 10.30am – 12.30pm Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre $15/session Required

Friday 24 January, 10am – 12pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

Art Escape Deadly Animalswith artist Nicky Pryor. Learn how to paint deadly animals with lines and dots from an Aboriginal artist! when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Friday 24 January, 10.30am – 12.30pm Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre $15/session Required

Applying for an RADF Grant The Grants Liaison Officer explains the application process and answers your questions on applying for an RADF grant. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 29 January, 7pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

Understanding Superannuation Seminar

Topics covered: how superannuation works, contribution and access rules, fund choices and investment options and taxation of superannuation. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Thursday 30 January, 6pm – 7.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

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activity name art-box: art activities for under 5s Percival's Life Drawing

Computer Basics A Storytime with La Luna Youth Arts Internet Basics A Sketching Workshop Part 1 Percival's Life Drawing Heritage Aspects of the Draft City Plan 2014 Computer Basics B National Apology Day 2014 Internet Basics B Townsville Artist Market Queensland Writers Centre Workshop ABC Open - Writing and Photography Workshop

Family Fun Day art-box: art activities for under 5s Android - Tablet Basics Percival's Life Drawing Email A Catch Up TV Loud Lounge - Hula Hooping Indigenous (Murri) Bookclub Copying Photos & Creating Folders Sketching Workshop Part 2 Percival's Life Drawing Fifty Years of Archaeology in North Queensland

Digital Photography Email B Cloud Computing - Information Session Managing Your Money Seminar iPads - Tablet Basics iPads - Photos iPads - Siri (Personal Assistant)

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2014 Children’s Theatre Program

Pete the Sheep, 19-20 May, Townsville Civic Theatre Controlled Falling Project , 30-31 May, Townsville Civic Theatre The 13 Storey Treehouse , 11-12 June, Townsville Civic Theatre Still Awake Still! 26 August, Riverway Arts Centre Wombat Stew, 4-5 September, Townsville Civic Theatre Circus Oz , 8-9 October, Townsville Civic Theatre Single Tickets: $15

Group 10+ $12

see page numbers for more information and bookings

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art-box: art activities for under 5s Come and explore Pinnacles Gallery, learn about art, meet new friends and have fun! This program is designed for under 5s, mums, dads and carers. when >> where >>

Tuesday 4 February, 10am – 11am Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre

when >> where >>

Thursday 18 February Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

cost >>

Free

Internet Basics A What is the internet? Learn how to browse and search the World Wide Web in this two-part course. Must also attend Internet Basics B. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 5 February, 1pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Percival’s Life Drawing Gallery Services hosts life drawing. Everyone’s welcome, no experience necessary but participants should bring drawing materials and paper. Please note this isn’t an art class. when >>

where >> cost >>

Tuesday 4 February, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Tuesday 11 February, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Tuesday 18 February, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Tuesday 25 February, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery $15/ session

Sketching Workshop Part 1 This beginners workshop with local artist Anne Walsh, teaches the fundamentals of drawing, covering techniques of shading, light, creating a textured look, and 3D drawing. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Saturday 8 February, 9.30am – 11.30am CityLibraries Thuringowa Central $10 Required

Computer Basics A Gain introductory skills in using computers and master the mouse. This two-part course includes Computer Basics B. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 5 February, 10am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Storytime with La Luna Youth Arts La Luna Youth Arts proudly presents a storytime with a twist. After storytime, children are encouraged to explore the books they’ve read through dramatic play. when >> where >> cost >> page 20

Wednesday 5 February, 10am – 11am CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free

Heritage Aspects of the Draft City Plan 2014

Learn how the draft City Plan 2014 will protect and maintain places that have been identified as possessing ‘character’ or ‘cultural heritage’ significance. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Tuesday 11 February, 7pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

Following Computer Basics A, students will learn keyboard basics and then use advanced features including copy and paste. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 12 February, 10am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free 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 15 February, 1pm – 4pm Pinnacles Gallery, Riverway Arts Centre Free

National Apology Day 2014 Join in an important event and listen to Indigenous Australian representatives have their say towards National Apology Day. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 12 February, 10am – 12.30pm CityLibraries Flinders Street Free Required

Queensland Writers Centre Workshop The Joy of Writing - Author Nike Sulway will help you discover or rediscover the pleasure of writing and connect with the reasons you love it. when >> where >> cost >>

Saturday 15 February, 9.30am – 3.30pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale QWC Members – Free Non-Members – $30 booking >> Required (through www.qwc.asn.au)

Internet Basics B

ABC Open - Writing and Photography Workshop

Gain more WWW experience following Internet Basics A. Explore online learning sites, view maps,

find your house, check out Google translate. when >> Wednesday 12 February, 1pm where >> CityLibraries Aitkenvale cost >> Free booking >> Required

This monthly workshop invites you to write a short non-fiction story and get it published on the ABC. Afternoon session covers photography. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Saturday 15 February, 9am – 3pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

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Family Fun Day

Loud Lounge - Hula Hooping

Drop-in for 5 minutes or 2 hours and take part in family art activities

Join your friends and learn how to hula hoop with Belinda from Hoop Dancing Australia.

when >> where >> cost >>

when >> where >> cost >>

Sunday 16 February, 10.30am – 12.30pm Perc Tucker Regional Gallery Free

Wednesday 19 February, 3pm – 4.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free

Android - Tablet Basics Use the touch screen interface, connect to WiFi, use apps, install an app from the Google store.

Prerequisite: Google account (if using your tablet) when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Tuesday 18 February, 11am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Indigenous (Murri) Bookclub alongside Reading for Reconciliation

Come along and enjoy the company while we discuss the book of the month.

Email A

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

Wednesday 19 February, 6pm – 7pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

Learn about email and secure passwords. Set up a free email address and password, send an email, login and logout. Two-part course. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 19 February, 10am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Catch Up TV Copying Photos & Creating Folders

Use the internet to catch up on shows after they appear on TV. You may never have to rush home for your favourite show again.

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

Copy photos from your digital camera and organise them into folders on your computer. Bring: charged digital camera with connecting cable, optional USB stick.

Wednesday 19 February, 1pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

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

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Thursday 20 February, 12pm – 2pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

Log back into your email account, forward an email, reply to an email, learn about CC and BCC, save and edit contacts. Prerequisite: Email A. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Sketching Workshop Part 2 Part 2 of this workshop will focus on perspective and composition and utilising all the techniques in your drawing. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Saturday 22 February, 9.30am – 11.30am CityLibraries Thuringowa Central $10 Required

Lectures in Queensland History - Fifty Years of Archaeology in North Queensland

Dr Shelley Greer identifies how archaeological research in North Queensland over the last 50 years has contributed to our understanding of the past in Australia. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Tuesday 25 February, 7pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

Wednesday 26 February, 10am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Cloud Computing Information Session

Learn about the cloud and some popular cloud services - find out if it is useful for you. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 26 February, 1pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

Managing Your Money Seminar Topics covered: budgeting and saving, managing debts, planning for the future and protecting your assets. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Wednesday 26 February, 6pm – 7.30pm CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

iPads - Tablet Basics Digital Photography Learn about digital photography for beginners and explore basic post-processing using free computer software and develop creativeness. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Tuesday 25 February, 9.30am – 11.30am CityLibraries Thuringowa Central Free Required

Use the touch screen interface, connect to WiFi, use an App, install an App. Prerequisite: Apple ID (if using own iPad) when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Friday 28 February, 10am CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

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iPads - Photos Learn how to take photos and edit them using the camera and photos apps. Use a free app to add pizzazz to photos. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Friday 28 February, 1pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

iPads - Siri (Personal Assistant)

Learn what Siri can help you with and how to set her up. Siri is avalaible on later model iPads. Use your iPad or ours. when >> where >> cost >> booking >>

Friday 28 February, 3pm CityLibraries Aitkenvale Free Required

What’s new at CityLibraries? rfid >>

RFID stands for Radio Frequency Identification, a technology commonly used for e-toll and animal micro-chipping etc.

How will this benefit you? >> Helps to avoid the queue with self-serve kiosks >> Check your library items out faster Will I need a new card?

No. You will continue to use your normal library account to borrow.

for more information >> Ask a CityLibraries staff member.

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Brick by Brick is the largest ever exhibition of LEGO® history and products in Townsville

Brick

Brick Perc Tucker Regional Gallery

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13 December 2013 - 23 February 2014

LEGO, the LEGO logo and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2013 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved.

Historical information and materials provided by the LEGO Group.

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new books the real mrs. brown: brendan o’carroll

by Brian Beacom

The authorised biography.

let the land speak Jackie French

A history of Australia - how the land created our nation.

community development United voices building better connected communities.

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

Level 1, Northtown Building Flinders Street, Townsville City. www.townsville.qld.gov.au 07 4727 9680

carry a big stick

by Tim Ferguson

A funny, fearless life of friendship, laughter and MS.

what westerners have for breakfast: five years in goa

by John McBeath

John and his partner left Australia for India with the dream to open a pensione in Goa.

the tailor’s girl

by Fiona McIntosh

From the bestselling author of The French Promise.

clan: bangarra dance theatre

by Stephen Page and Greg Barrett Clan honours the 25th year milestone and those people who have inspired Bangarra. page 26

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

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

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denham st

flinders street – 07 4727 9666

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

kirwan high school

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

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2 DECEMBER 2013 TO 31 JANUARY 2014 are you ready to put on your detective hat this summer?

Well join us here at CityLibraries Townsville and become an awesome reader at the Investigation Summer Reading Club, where you can explore mysteries, hunt down clues and become a master of disguise with some of your favourite authors.

The Summer Reading Club is a free holiday program for children aged 0-16 years, packed full of activities, games, stories and prizes.

It is a great way to promote reading as a fun and enjoyable experience.

When children read just five books, they’ll get a free book to take home and receive other incentive prizes for every five books read up to a maximum of 25 books.

It’s simple to get started.

Register online from Monday 2 December at CityLibraries Townsville’s website

www.townsville.qld.gov.au/ facilities/libraries and follow the prompts to the Summer Reading Club. Then call into any CityLibraries Townsville branch and collect your FREE Summer Reading Club Pack.

The theme for this year’s Summer Reading Club is Investigation. Young people will be encouraged to engage with our libraries to discover and enjoy stories and activities that intrigue, puzzle and provide a sense of suspense and adventure.

The Summer Reading Club is presented by CityLibraries in partnership with the State Library of Queensland, ALIA and sponsored locally by Ferry Property Group.

For more information, visit CityLibraries Townsville website or call into your local public library.

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

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

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

>> 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

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

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