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October 2024
Library news and events
October is Seniors Month!
Join us in celebrating Seniors Month across Redlands Coast, promoting social connections and positive ageing.
Discover heaps of opportunities for older residents to connect at the libraries and beyond.
Upcoming talks
Slow clothing with Jane Milburn
Wednesday 9 October, 10.30am at Point Lookout Hall, North Stradbroke Island
Learn how your fashion choices can drive systemic change with financial, ecological and health benefits.
Get ready with SES
Friday 11 October, 2pm at Victoria Point Library
We've partnered with the State Emergency Service (SES) to support Redlands Coast residents with their disaster preparedness.
Tips for managing your cost of living
Tuesday 15 October, 1pm at Victoria Point Library
Join us for an informative session with the Office of Fair Trading to discuss shopping tips, budgeting, being a good shopper and more!
Get crafty at the library or at home!
Free crafting and knitting videos on Creativebug
Introducing our latest free digital resource for library members: Creativebug
The platform offers thousands of award-winning art and craft video classes, taught by recognised design experts and artists. Use your library card to sign up!
Makerspace inductions
Take a free induction class for equipment like sewing and embroidery machines, 3D printers, media conversion tools and more.
Upcoming authors
Christian White
Tuesday 1 October, 1pm at Cleveland Library
Meet the acclaimed author and screenwriter whose thrillers and screen credits include The Nowhere Child, Relic and Netflix’s Clickbait. He’ll be discussing his fourth novel, The Ledge!
Fiona McIntosh
Saturday 5 October, 10am at Cleveland Library
Welcome one of Australia’s favourite contemporary fiction writers presenting her latest novel, The Fallen Woman which will be available for purchase and author signing.
Chris Hammer
Saturday 5 October, 1pm at Cleveland Library
Enjoy a lively discussion with Chris Hammer, the acclaimed and bestselling author of the international bestsellers Scrublands and The Seven.
Dr. Anita Heiss
Wednesday 16 October, 1pm at Cleveland Library
The award-winning author of Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray (River of Dreams), professor and now head of a publishing imprint is an incredible speaker and not to be missed!
Tricia Stringer
Friday 25 October, 10am at Victoria Point Library
Come along to meet best-selling Australian author Tricia Stringer known for her novels Back on Track, Keeping Up Appearances, Birds of a Feather, The Model Wife and more.
Rachel Sweasey
Saturday 26 October, 10am at Victoria Point Library
In a talk that's perfect for budding writers, Redlands Coast author Rachel will be discussing her own writing journey and providing tips on the writing process.
Noni Hazlehurst
Wednesday 30 October, 11am at Cleveland Library
Join us in welcoming this Australian icon to Cleveland Library, where she will be chatting about her new memoir Dropping the Mask.
Rosalie Ham
Wednesday 6 November, 10am at Cleveland Library
Meet the author of the international bestseller The Dressmaker, Rosalie Ham! She will be discussing her latest novel, a prequel to The Dressmaker.
Free programs for children and teens
Messy play
Monday 14 October, 9.30am and 10.30am at Victoria Point Library
Ready to get messy? The sessions are fun-filled and action-packed sensory learning experiences. Ages: 2–5 years
Pop up library
Monday 21 October, 9.30am at Beth Boyd Park
Read, sing and play in a beautiful outdoor surrounding! If it rains, we'll let you know the alternate indoors location.
STEAM play
Monday 28 October, 9.30am at Capalaba Library and Cleveland Library
Our STEAM play program combines captivating storytelling with exciting hands-on activities that will leave your little ones inspired! Ages: 0–5 years.
Anime x club
Monthly, 3.30pm at Cleveland and Victoria Point Libraries
Love anime? Join our Anime x club and its vibrant community for some after-school fun. Grades 7–12.
Boardgames and gaming
Three times a month, 3.30pm at Cleveland and Victoria Point Libraries
Stop by after school for a selection of video games and board games perfect for teens. Grades 7–12.
New in adult fiction
More free programs for adults
Connecting Mums-to-be
Wednesday 2 October, 3pm at Cleveland Library
Join us for a monthly session designed to connect pregnant mums and provide them with resources and support.
How to create a repeat pattern
Wednesday 23 October, 10am at Cleveland Library
Have you ever wanted to design your own fabric? Join this hands-on workshop led by professional pattern designer Tammy de Zilva.
Writer's workshop: Have a successful book launch
Saturday 26 October, 11.30am at Victoria Point Library
Author and publisher Kathy Shanks leads a special workshop on launching a book successfully.
Favourite program series
New on Kanopy
First 5 Forever programs
Toddler time
Weekly from 9.30am
Learn action rhymes and songs to develop your toddler’s pre-literacy.
Story time
Weekly from 10.15am
Have fun with movement, action rhymes, songs and stories.
Baby time
Weekly from 11am
Meet other parents and babies in this fun-filled session.
Friday Story time fun!
Fridays, 9.30am at Cleveland and Victoria Point Library
Join us every Friday for a delightful morning together as we share stories and pop-up books!
Saturday story time
Saturday 5 October, 9.30am at Victoria Point Library
Saturday 19 October, 9.30am at Cleveland Library
Come to the library for a fun-filled morning of storytelling and craft.
Reminder: Capalaba Library relocation
Don't forget that the Capalaba Library and Customer Service Centre will be temporarily relocating to former Coles location within Capalaba Central Shopping Centre later this year.
Once final dates are known, we'll share all the details leading up to the relocation!
Acknowledgement of Country
Redland City Council acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, waters, winds and seas of Redlands Coast and pays respect to Elders, past, present and emerging. We extend this respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in our community.
First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
