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August 2021

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Author Talks

Join an incredible range of Australian authors, as they share their latest books and reveal an exclusive glimpse into their creative process. Limited seating available.

Rebecca Starford, The Imitator

2pm, Friday 6 August at Victoria Point Library. Limited seats available. Book your place.

John Shobbrook, Operation Jungle 

2pm, Friday 20 August at Victoria Point Library. Limited seats available. Book your place. 

Stella Quinn, The Vet From Snowy River

10am, Wednesday 25 August at Cleveland Library. Limited seats available. Book your place.

Alison McLennan, Hotel For Bees

12pm, Friday 27 August at Victoria Point Library. Limited seats available. Book your place.

 
 
 

Redland Writes 

Historical Fiction Writers' Workshop with Melanie Myers 

1pm, Saturday 28 August at Capalaba Library 

Discover how Trove can help you beautifully and accurately craft your next historical novel in this research database masterclass. Limited seats available. Book your place.

 
 

Redland Reads

Book Club

Read the book, join the conversation. Monthly Book Club meetings are held in our branches, or online. Details and to book your place.

Book Club Sets

Make reading together easier - borrow a book club set with 10 copies of your book ready to go! See our new collection.

 
 
 

Local History 

Presentation: The Heart of Tingalpa Shire 

2pm, Wednesday 18 August at Victoria Point Library

Discover the history of our southern Redland City suburbs in this specially curated Local History presentation. Limited seating available. Book your place.

Coffee and Conversation

Share memories, pictures and stories of our wonderful Redlands Coast. Enjoy new and interesting conversations around a cup of coffee each month. Book your place.

 
 

English Conversation Circle

Practise speaking English in an open and friendly environment. Meet new friends and improve your language skills in this fortnightly group. Details and to book your place. 

 

Saturday Matinee Movies

Join us at Cleveland Library for screenings of the best in classic and iconic films. New movie each month. Book your place.

Photography Workshops

Improve your photography skills in these hands-on workshops. This month's topic: Mastering the Exposure Triangle. Details and to book your place.

 
 
 

Children and Teens

 

Saturday Storytelling with Fairy Belle

9.30am, Saturday 28 August at Victoria Point Library

Read along with Fairy Belle the Book Fairy (a.k.a. local author Michelle Worthington) in this special Saturday Storytelling morning! Limited seats available. Book your place.

 

Story Dogs 

Reading can be tricky sometimes. Let your shy reader gain confidence by reading to a trained Story Dog. 

Ages: 6 - 8 years. Limited seats available. Book your place.

 

Dungeons & Dragons

Held on the second Saturday of the month at Cleveland Library from 1 – 3pm. Ages: 12+ years. Book your place.

STEAM Saturdays

Test your critical thinking skills with new and creative STEAM challenges each month. Ages: 6+ years.  Book your place.

 

Special! Father's Day: Dungeons & Dragons

10am, Saturday 4 September at Cleveland Library

Want to try something different for Father's Day?  Bring the kids and enjoy this exciting stand-alone Father's Day adventure together. No experience required. Book your place.

 

Children's Book Week 2021

Early Childhood Shortlist

Add these wonderful Book Week finalists to your reading list: Busy Beaks, Who's Your Real Mum?, No! Never!, Anemone is not the Enemy, There's No Such Thing, and We Love you, Magoo. 

Browse all shortlist categories here.

“That’s the thing about books. They let you travel without moving your feet.” - Jhumpa Lahiri

 
 

First 5 Forever Sessions

Join the fun with free Children's Time, Toddler Time and Baby Time sessions.

Enjoy learning new nursery rhymes to sing with your little one, or discovering fun and engaging stories to share.

Don’t worry – our sessions are designed especially for children 0 – 5 years. If your baby is a bit noisy or your toddler won’t sit still, you’ll be joining families and library staff who completely understand!

Everyone is welcome. Book your place.

Pop Up Libraries

If you love singing, dancing and reading in the park, then try out our Pop Up Libraries!

Spend your Friday mornings with us at popular parks around Redland City. We even make visits to our beautiful Redland Coast Southern Moreton Bay Island parks.

Perfect for ages 0 – 5 years who love being outside!

Details and to book your place.

 
 

Limited numbers are in place for COVID-safe practises. Book via What's on at your library

 

First 5 Forever Tip

Better vocabulary for future success

Children who know and understand lots of words have an easier time learning to read and write, and a better understanding of how sounds make up words.  

In your next story, try finding some interesting words. Read them, talk about them, and learn with your little one. 

Studies show vocabulary knowledge increases by up to 12% with repeated readings of the same stories. 

First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.

Here's how to get started: 

- Chose picture books with repetitive words and encourage children to join in 

- Ask children what they think an unusual word means, and allow them time to respond in their own words

- At the end of the book talk about the story and some of the new words you learnt.

Here's some great books to try out.

 
 

Your Next Great Read 

 

Miles Franklin Award Winner 2021

New! Fiction Titles

 
 
 

Social Media 

June's Most Loved Posts

Here's what you loved the most on social media last month. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for all the best in new and creative library content.

 
 
 

Public Holiday Closure

Digital Library

 

Need assistance with our digital resources? Contact us!

We are available over the phone to answer your questions, and to help you access our online services. 

9am – 5pm Monday to Friday

Ph: 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.

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Acknowledgement of Country on Redlands Coast

In accordance with cultural protocols, we acknowledge the Quandamooka People, the Traditional Owners of the land, waters, winds and seas where we meet today. We acknowledge the Elders, past and present, and extent that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in attendance. 

 
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