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August 2022
Library news and events
Author talk: JP Powell
Tuesday 16 August, 10am at Victoria Point Library
Hear talented local author, JP Powell share her latest work Deception Bay – the enthralling sequel to her magnificent Brisbane Line. Details and to book your place.
Author talk: Tony Park
Tuesday 23 August, 11am at Victoria Point Library
Join us to hear best-selling author Tony Park share his latest novel, The Pride. Details and to book your place.
Author talk: Story time with Andy Geppert
Wednesday 24 August, 11am at Victoria Point Library
Come along for an exciting story time session hosted by special guest Andy Geppert. Ages: 3 – 5 years. Details and to book your place.
Author talk: Story time with Alison McLennan
Friday 27 August, 12pm at Victoria Point Library
Come along to this magical story time session hosted by special guest Alison McLennan Ages: 5+ years. Details and to book your place.
Writer's workshop: Life on a page
Saturday 20 August, 1pm at Victoria Point Library
Learn how to write scenes that turn key moments of your life into compelling and beautiful stories with prize-winning author Natalie Sprite. Details and to book your place.
Feature talk: Stingless bees
Friday 2 September, 10am at Capalaba Library
Discover the magic role Australian native stingless bees play in your garden, and learn how to care for these conservation heroes.
Book club
Grab your copy of this month's book club read: Son of Sin, by Omar Sakr.
Join our book clubs in person or online. Details and to book your place.
Coffee and conversation
Enjoy great conversations centred on our fascinating Redlands Coast history. This month's topic: library history.
STEAM
Announcing our STEAM Saturday activity of the month: digital dinosaur hunt.
Follow the QR code trail to find the hidden dinosaurs! Details and to book your place.
Movies at the library
Watch a movie with us!
Join us for monthly Saturday screenings of classic films and iconic kids' movies.
Saturday story time
Saturday 20 August, 9.30am at Capalaba Library
Read a story with us! Come to the library for a fun-filled morning of story telling and craft.
Get 'stuck' into cut-out collages, cryptic mazes and spot-the-difference challenges!
Catch a book burglar
Saturday 27 August, 10am at Victoria Point Library
Do you have what it takes to catch a book burglar?
Work through curious clues, explore forensic concepts, and use good old fashioned detective sense to solve the case!
Children's programs
Join the fun with our free Children's Time, Toddler Time and Baby Time sessions.
Everyone is welcome at these friendly, engaging, language-rich programs.
Pop up libraries
If you love singing, dancing and reading in the park, try our family-friendly Pop up Libraries.
Perfect for ages 0 – 5 years who love being outside!
News
Ekka public holiday
Redland City Council Libraries will be closed on Monday 8 August for the Ekka Royal Show public holiday.
All return chutes will be closed. We hope you enjoy your holiday.
Our digital library is always open! This is the perfect weekend to explore our vast range of eBooks and eAudiobooks.
Book week
To celebrate book week, we're releasing a series of interviews featuring kids with their favourite books! Check out the first clip on Facebook on Wednesday 3 August.
Don't forget to dress up as your favourite book character for our First 5 Forever sessions from 20 – 26 August.
Can't wait to see you there!
Jandai scavenger hunt
To celebrate Indigenous Literacy Day, our First 5 Forever sessions from 31 August – 1 September will feature a Jandai language scavenger hunt! Come along to read, play, talk, sing and learn together. Details and to book your place. More information on Indigenous Literacy Day.
Heads up! These hot new page turners will hit our catalogue tomorrow. Make sure to get in early and reserve your copy.
This book — part organising guide and part meal-prep handbook — is your ticket to a smarter, better-organised, harder-working fridge that serves your real-life needs.
Inside, you’ll find the secrets to optimal fridge organisation plus shopping tips, storage guidelines, meal-prep strategies and more than 100 easy plant-based recipes!
Library media
Social media
Here's what you loved the most on social media last month! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up-to-date with the latest news and events.
The library is at your fingertips! See our catalogue for information on the app's best features, installation instructions and helpful video tutorials.
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 from 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday on 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.
Acknowledgement of Country on Redlands Coast
We acknowledge the Quandamooka People, the Traditional Owners of the land, waters, winds and seas where we live. We acknowledge their Elders, past and present, and extend that 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.
