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December 2020
Library news and events
A Christmas message from Mayor Karen Williams
During this extraordinary year, Redland Libraries and their wonderful customers have shown themselves to be amazingly resilient and, as you might expect from such a resourceful group, willing to try new ways of doing things.
Closures in March due to COVID-19 were met by a fierce determination from our library staff to continue providing services with online First 5 Forever Story Times, Author Talks and children’s activities. Our digital library came into its own, providing free lockdown entertainment via ebooks, magazines, audiobooks, movies and more. Thank you for your patience during closures, and your willingness to engage with us via these alternative channels.
An easing of restrictions saw our libraries reopen in May and further easing means in-person events are now back on. Restrictions are still in place to keep customers and staff safe and I thank you, again, for recognising the importance of signing in, hand sanitising and social distancing. Your kindness to your fellow library lovers, and patience with our staff as they manage the COVID-safe systems, is appreciated.
Christmas this year, for many around the world, will be very different. On Redlands Coast, we are comparatively fortunate in that we will be able to safely celebrate in a way not too different to ‘usual’. Be that as it may, it is still important to remain vigilant and stay safe during the festive season.
I wish you and your families a wonderful Christmas where you find time to continue showing kindness, reconnect, and appreciate the wonderful place in which we live.
Cr Karen Williams, Mayor of Redland City
December Author Talk
Join us for this live, in-person author talk. Limited numbers are in place to meet COVID Safe practices. Click onto the event below for more information and to book in.
Adult programs and events
Live and in-person events are back on at our libraries! Limited numbers for COVID safe practises are in place. Click onto the events below for more information and to book in.
Summer school holiday program
Join us for some free school holiday fun!
Bookings are required for all activities and open 9am Monday 7 December. Limited numbers for COVID safe practices are in place. Book via 'What's on at your library'.
December 2020
Santa Mosaic 2pm – 2.30pm
Join us as we get festive in creating your own Mosaic Santa
Ages 8+ Bookings required
- Tuesday 15 December at Cleveland Library
- Wednesday 16 December at Victoria Point Library
- Thursday 17 December at Capalaba Library
Stocking Threading
10.30am – 11.30am
Ages 6+ Bookings required
- Tuesday 15 December at Cleveland Library
- Wednesday 16 December at Victoria Point Library
- Thursday 17 December at Capalaba Library
Santa Craft 10.30am – 11.00am
Come along and make your own tube Santa Decoration
Ages 6+ Bookings required
Tuesday 22 December at Cleveland Library
Wednesday 23 December at Victoria Point Library
Christmas Gift Tags 2pm – 2.30pm
Come along and join us to create your own personalised gift tags to complete your presents
Ages 8+ Bookings required
- Tuesday 22 December at Cleveland Library
- Wednesday 23 December at Victoria Point Library
January 2021
Larrikin Puppets Story Time 9.30am – 10am, 10.30am – 11am
Join us for this colourful and exciting puppet show featuring zany Muppet-style characters performing songs, skits, jokes, games and live interaction with the audience
Ages: 0 - 5 years. Bookings required
- Tuesday 12 January at Cleveland Library
130 Storey Treehouse 2pm – 2.30pm
Join us for an afternoon of Treehouse inspired craft and activities.
Ages: 8+ years. Bookings required
- Tuesday 12 January at Cleveland Library
- Wednesday 13 January at Victoria Point Library
- Thursday 14 January at Capalaba Library
Trolls Fun 10.30am – 11am
Come along for a morning of Trolls inspired craft and activities.
Ages: 6+ years. Bookings required
- Wednesday 13 January at Victoria Point Library
- Thursday 14 January at Capalaba Library
Story Dogs 10am – 11am (15-minute sessions)
Story Dogs is a popular program that allows children to practice their reading and gain confidence by reading to a trained Story Dog. Sessions are for 15 minutes only, with a maximum of five people per session.
Ages: 6-8 years. Bookings essential- one session only per booking.
- Thursday 7, 14 and 21 January at Victoria Point Library
Lanterns 10.30am – 11am
Come along and decorate your own paper lantern for any occasion
Ages: 6+ years. Bookings required
- Tuesday 19 January at Cleveland Library
- Wednesday 20 January at Victoria Point Library
- Thursday 21 January at Capalaba Library
Minecraft 2pm – 2.30pm
Come along and create your own pixelated minecraft using paper mosaic craft
Ages: 6+ years. Bookings required
- Tuesday 19 January at Cleveland Library
- Wednesday 20 January at Victoria Point Library
- Thursday 21 January at Capalaba Library
Summer Reading Club
The Summer Reading Club is here again! This program encourages a love of reading and continued literacy skills and is suitable for children of all ages. You can register at one of our libraries or online from 1 December. There will be weekly prizes drawn throughout December and January, and a grand prize drawn on 31 January. Happy reading!
First 5 Forever in December
Our First 5 Forever program for 0-5 year olds is back! Limited numbers for COVID safe practises are in place. Book via What's on at your library.
Baby Time: 0-1 years
Meet other parents and babies for a fun session of books, singing, clapping and dancing. Learn songs and action rhymes to nurture your baby’s pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills.
Toddler Time: 0-3 years
A fun morning for parents and toddlers for a session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn action rhymes and songs which will help your child’s pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills.
Children's Time: 3-5 years
Join us for this early literacy program. This interactive session includes stories and songs for young children.
Pop Up Libraries
Join us while we are out and about in the local parks for a fun filled session of stories and rhymes. Bring a hat, sunscreen and a water bottle. The Mobile Library will also be on site for borrowing.
Recommended Reads
Hot Reads eBook shelf
Pick a title from our new Hot Reads eBook shelf to borrow simultaneously and avoid the hold queues.
Visit your digital library. It's open 24/7!
Access your Digital Library for FREE, at your convenience, on your device. Discover 1000's of eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, eFilms, eMusic and more!
Need assistance with our digital resources? Contact us!
We are available over the phone during business hours 9am-5pm Monday to Friday, to answer your questions and to help you access our online services. Phone: 3829 8999.
Alternatively, you can email us at library@redland.qld.gov.au, complete our Ask a Librarian online form or message us on Facebook.
