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“Oh, my ways are strange ways and new ways and old ways, and deep ways and steep ways and high ways and low, I'm at home and at ease on a track that I know not, and restless and lost on a road that I know.” - Henry Lawson
The Nib Presents: The Writer Laid Bare, Lee Kofman with Suzanne Leal
Tuesday 16 August, 6 - 7.30pm
Lee Kofman has distilled her wisdom, experience and passion for writing into her latest work The Writer Laid Bare. This event is a must for lovers of the writer’s craft, and those trying to discover their own authentic voice. Join Lee in person as she shares her valuable insights with author Suzanne Leal.
Adult's Library
Multicultural Cooking Class Fortnightly Fridays 11 am - 12 noon via Zoom, next session 19 August Welcome to this culinary extravaganza - a fun, informal, hands-on cooking class. Each class will be dedicated to one of the world's cuisines. Together in our next class we will be cooking Dutch Ginger Cake Squares. |
Science Week: Colour & Sip workshop Friday 19 August, 6 - 8pm. Cost: $10 Join marine scientist Zuhairah Dindar and artist Merran Hughes Zuhairah and immerse yourself under the sea with mindful colouring in. Participate in a collective by working on large-scale colouring sheets based on our local marine habitats. Suitable for 15yrs+. |
Music Appreciation Class: Music at The MoviesFriday 26 August, 2.30 - 3.30pm Did you love the recent Elvis movie directed by Baz Luhrmann? This month discuss musicals by Baz Luhrmann, such as Moulin Rouge, and delve into the cult classic films such as Lord of The Rings, Harry Potter and Star Wars and recent biopics such as Bohemian Rhapsody and Rocketman. |
The Girl Who Fell From The Sky - Emma Carey in conversation with Liv PhylandThursday 1 September, 6 - 7.30pm Imagine falling 15,000 feet from the sky and surviving, only to be told that you will never walk again. From Emma Carey's early days in the hospital, to learning how to regain the use of her legs, Emma teaches us the importance of courage and resilience. |
A Celebration of Henry LawsonFriday 2 September, 2 - 3pm Did you know Henry Lawson is buried in Waverley Cemetery? And that his grave is still one of the most visited to date? Help us celebrate this Australian icon who contributed greatly to literature, poetry and song. |
Aches, Pains and Leeches: Introducing Medieval Medicine Wednesday 7 September, 6.30 - 7.30 pm From healing crystals to medicinal herbs, ointments made of bear fat and surgery without anesthetic! This fascinating talk by Dr Carmel Bendon will cover many ‘weird and wonderful’ aspects of historical medicine. |
Children's Library
S.E.S. Story Time Friday 19 August, 10 - 10.45am Waverley Woollahra SES will be hosting a special story time session in the Children’s Library. They will be introducing themselves and the work they do as well as reading a story and sharing a craft, you might even get a chance to try on a uniform. |
Author Talk: Lauren Briggs (2-5 years)Saturday 20 August 10 - 11am Join Lauren Briggs, author and illustrator of Little Pago for story time and fun art activities as she reads her book Little Pago. This creative, fun and engaging session will have your little one enjoying the story of Little Pago as well as art activities. |
Literary Playground (6-12 years)Thursday 18 August, 3.30 - 5pm This week’s Literary Playground will see us explore some Australian Classics such as Possum Magic, Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, The Magic Pudding and more. Enjoy a fun afternoon of book chats, craft, games, quizzes and puzzles. |
Book Week Fantasy Art Workshop (Primary School Aged Children)Monday 22 August, 3.30 - 5pm Celebrate Book Week this year with fantasy artist Latesha Houston and learn basic watercolour techniques that you can practice at home. Each participant will make their own fantastical bookmarks to take home to keep. |
Local Studies
Image: GA Waterhouse at the Australian Museum, 1931. Photograph by G Clutton, image courtesy of the Australian Museum.
Pioneers in Science
If you've ever tried to identify a butterfly in your garden, chances are you've come across some information based on the research of Waverley local Gustavus Athol Waterhouse. Born in 1877, his mother was the daughter of local philanthrope Ebenezer Vickery, and his father served as Waverley Council alderman. Waterhouse’s interest in natural sciences began at an early age, and as a schoolboy he spent his lunch hours browsing the Australian Museum. His butterfly collection began in 1893, and by 1903 he had prepared an authoritative catalogue of Australian butterflies. In 1914 Waterhouse published the pioneering book Butterflies of Australia with colleague George Lyell. Read more at Museums Victoria.
Library Services
Get free help with your tax return at Waverley Library
Fridays, 5 - 26 August
Are you eligible for free Tax Help? A Tax Help volunteer will be available at the library to help people lodge on-the-spot myTax returns. Simply check if you are eligible and what you need to bring. Book your appointment online or call 9083 8733.
In the community
Introduction to Modern Cloth NappiesSaturday 3 September, 10 - 11am Are you thinking about using Modern Cloth Nappies but don't know where to start? Parents, expectant parents and carers are invited to attend our Introduction to Cloth Nappy Workshop. This project is a NSW Environment Protection Authority Waste Less, Recycle More initiative, funded from the waste levy. |
Introduction to reusable sanitary productsSaturday 3 September, 12 - 1pm Always wanted to try reusable sanitary products but not sure where to start? In this free workshop learn about the variety of products available and find the one that suits your needs. This project is a NSW Environment Protection Authority Waste Less, Recycle More initiative, funded from the waste levy. |
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