“Nothing is sweeter than love, nothing higher, nothing stronger, nothing larger, nothing more joyful, nothing fuller, and nothing better in heaven or on earth.” - Thomas à Kempis
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 anaesthetic. The Medieval approach to the diagnosis and treatment of sickness is full of surprises! This fascinating talk by Dr Carmel Bendon will cover many ‘weird and wonderful’ aspects of historical medicine.
Friday 9 September, 10 - 11.50am
In 1919, Anna, a young German woman grieving over the death of her fiancé, Frantz, leaves flowers at his grave. She sees fresh flowers and discovers that Adrien, a young Frenchman, has done the same. Adrien goes to the home of Frantz's parents and they tell Adrien that a Frenchman killed their son during World War I. Adrien exclaims, "You are right. I am a murderer".
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Green Thumbs: Indoor plant swap
Wednesday 14 September, 10 - 11.30am
Spring has sprung! This month we are inviting all plant lovers, gardeners and amateur green thumbs to bring healthy plants, cuttings or spare pots you wish to swap. Trade with your fellow green thumber's and share tips on care and upkeep of your plants.
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Multicultural Cooking Class
Fortnightly Fridays 11 am - 12 noon via Zoom, next session 16 September
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 baking Tarta de Santiago, literally meaning cake of St. James.
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Wednesdays 21 and 28 September,
10am - 1pm. Cost: $30
Join us over two mornings and make an adorable doll with experienced and passionate doll maker Rosalind Fong. Be guided step by step through the creative process to complete your very own beautiful unique doll.
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Library Lovers with Maya Linnell
Wednesday 21 September, 7 - 8pm via Zoom
Join Maya Linnell talking to financial adviser & author Victoria Devine, children's author & podcaster Dani Vee and Wattle Range Libraries. This month’s featured title, She's on the Money by Victoria Devine, who built an empowered and supportive community of women finding their way to financial freedom.
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Harlem Nights: The Secret History of Australia’s Jazz Age
Thursday 29 September, 6.30 - 8pm
In this vibrant and imaginative study, Historian Deirdre O’Connell tells the untold story of Australia’s Jazz Age. Focusing on William Rogers Campbell "Sonny" Clay, an African American jazz pianist, who represented the type of modernism that cosmopolitan Australians craved — and the champions of White Australia feared.
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Hands-On History with Koori Kinnections
Monday 5 September, 3.30 - 4.30pm
Koori Kinnections will be holding an amazing Indigenous hands-on history activity for primary school aged kids. In this afterschool program we will be handling some Indigenous artefacts, playing traditional games and learning about our First Nations people's way of life.
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Children's Literary Playground (6-12 years)
Thursday 8 September, 3.30 - 5pm
At this week’s literary playground we will be discovering and exploring classic mysteries including Nancy Drew, The Secret Seven, Geronimo Stilton to name just a few. There will be book discussions, craft, quizzes and more.
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12 September - 14 September, 10am - 4.30pm via Zoom
HSC Help days will provide you with tips for the exams and allow you to ask expert teachers your burning questions across History (Ancient, Modern and Extension), English (Standard, Advanced, and Extension), and Society and Culture. Each session will be subject-based and facilitated by experienced teachers.
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Waverley Library is hosting a special study night for year 12 students! We’ll provide the study space, food, drinks, library resources, security, parking and will be open until midnight! Free English and Maths lectures and tuition are also available.
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Get free help with your tax return at Waverley Library
Fridays, 26 August - 30 September
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.
Sunday 11 September, 11am - 4pm, Bondi Beach
Waverley Library is popping-up at Festival of the Winds. Be sure to stop by and have a chat with our friendly library staff, make some craft and get a free book!
The Pav is back! A free reopening night event for all
Thursday 22 September, 6 - 9.30pm
Waverley Council is excited to welcome the community back to a newly restored Bondi Pavilion. A hub for community, culture, creativity, and adventure. Lovingly restored, the Pavilion will reopen on 22 September with a free night of community fun. Consider it Act One of an ongoing show with live performance, music, dance, First Nations celebrations, film screenings and exhibitions in a glittering occasion for all.
Library Hours: Monday - Friday: 9.30am - 9pm
Saturdays: 9.30am - 3pm
Sundays: 1 - 5pm
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