Self-care for women, papercraft daisies and is feminism dead?
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August 2025
Library news and events
This month's talks
Author talk: Angie Faye Martin
Saturday 2 August, 10am at Cleveland Library
Love crime fiction? Don't miss this talk with new talent Angie Faye Martin, whose debut mystery is inspired by her regional Queensland and First Nations heritage.
Author talk: Grantlee Kieza
Tuesday 5 August, 10am at Victoria Point Library
Join award-winning journalist and bestselling author Grantlee Kieza as he discusses his biography of Australia's first Hollywood superstar.
Author talk: Matthew Spencer
Thursday 7 August, 11am at Victoria Point Library
If you're a fan of Jane Caro and Chris Hammer, you'll want to join in for a chat about Matthew Spencer's new mystery Broke Road.
Self-care for women through life's seasons
Saturday 9 August, 10am at Capalaba Library
Presented by mental health professionals Sophie Pettigrew and Gaye Idec, the talk addresses the unique challenges women face across different stages of life.
Know your marine radio
Thursday 14 August, 10am at Cleveland Library
Using a marine radio? Radio Operators from the Volunteer Marine Rescue Raby Bay base offer a practical session.
Author panel: Feminism is dead… or is it?
Saturday 16 August, 1pm at Cleveland Library
In this lively panel session, writers Jo Skinner, Sarah Todman and Gillian Wills explore feminism and fiction.
Legal support for seniors
Tuesday 19 August, 10am at Capalaba Library
This information session will cover elder abuse awareness and what legal protections are in place.
New adult non-fiction
Teen programs
Boardgames and gaming
Fridays fortnightly, 3.30pm at Victoria Point Library (new time!)
We've got boardgames and gaming consoles set up and ready to play. Drop-in and check it out!
Ages: 12–17 years
New! Art club
Thursday 7 and 21 August, 3.30pm at Capalaba Library
Join us after school at Teen art club, a place where we try out different mixed art activities. All supplies provided.
Ages: 12–17 years
New! Makerspace takeover
Wednesday 20 August, 3pm at Cleveland Library
Once a month, we're opening the Makerspace just for teens! Explore 3D printing, Cricut design, sewing, embroidery, laser cutting and more.
Ages: 13–17 years
Anime x club
Friday 22 August, 3.30pm at Capalaba Library
Thursday 28 August, 3.30pm at Cleveland Library
Come together with like-minded individuals who share a deep appreciation for the art form.
Ages: 12–17 years
Children's programs
Pop-up library
Monday 4 August, 9.30am at IndigiScapes
Monday 18 August, 9.30am at Mount Cotton Park
Breathe in some fresh air in a beautiful setting while your little one discovers new stories, rhymes and activities to spark their imagination.
Ages: 0–5 years
STEAM zone after-school programs
Each week, kids aged 5 to 12 years engage in creative and innovative projects that enhance science, technology, engineering, arts and maths concepts in a fun way. August themes include rain makers, Quiver masks, mazes and stick weaving.
Gruffalo's Child story time
Friday 15 August, 9.30am at Cleveland Library
The Gruffalo’s Child is coming to RPAC this month, and the cast will be visiting the library during our regular Friday story time fun to do a reading of the story!
Ages: 0–5 years
STEAM play
Monday 25 August, 9.30am at Capalaba Library
Little ones will be immersed in exploration and discovery during this morning of storytelling and hands on STEAM (or just science) activities.
Ages: 0–5 years
Kanopy for Kids
Check out some of the newly added children's TV and movies on Kanopy. Sign up for this free streaming service using your library membership details!
New adult fiction books
More free adult programs
Connecting Mums-to-be
Wednesday 6 August, 3pm at Cleveland Library
Take part in this supportive session and discover resources to establish a strong foundation for your child's learning.
Makerspace inductions
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at Cleveland Library
Sign up for a free 30-minute safety induction and start using the Makerspace for all of your craft and tech projects!
Create and connect sessions
Learn how to use the hand-knotting technique of macrame to create colourful feather keyrings; discover the art of bringing a treasured photo to life with embroidery, and craft your own charming pebble pot cottage, complete with 3D-printed miniature doors!
Can't-miss magazines
Want to scan the headlines from home? We've got you covered! The Libby app makes all of the latest magazines available to you on your phone, tablet or computer.
Acknowledgement of Country
Redland City Council acknowledges the Quandamooka People, the Traditional Owners of the land, waters, winds and seas of Redlands Coast. We acknowledge the Elders, past and present, and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island People 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.
