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February 2024
Library news and events
Local history chats
The legend of the Spanish Galleon
Saturday 17 February, 10.30am at Cleveland Library
A pirate mystery on North Stradbroke Island? Join the Local History team to learn about the lost Spanish Galleon!
Islands of isolation and their forgotten residents
Saturday 9 March, 10.30am at Cleveland Library
The Local History team reveals the lost stories of the Dunwich Benevolent Asylum and Peel Island Lazaret residents.
Uncover your family history
Your library membership grants you free access to Ancestry.com and Find My Past. Both digital resources can be accessed from the library computers.
Epic love stories for Valentine's Day
Rachael Johns, The Other Bridget
Wednesday 14 February, 10am at Cleveland Library
Special Valentine's Day appearance! Rachael Johns is back to share her latest feel-good romantic comedy.
Penelope Janu and Stella Quinn – in conversation
Monday 4 March, 10am at Victoria Point Library
Enjoy a lively discussion between two best-selling romance authors!
Sarah Bailey, Body of Lies
Thursday 7 March, 1pm at Cleveland Library
Meet the best-selling author of The Dark Lake and The Housemate as she discusses her latest thriller.
Kerryn Mayne, Joy Moody Is Out of Time
Saturday 9 March, 11am at Capalaba Library
The author-police detective presents her follow-up to popular crime novel Lenny Marks Gets Away with Murder.
Free events for under 5's
Pop up library
Monday 5 February, 9.30am at IndigiScapes Centre
Monday 19 February, 9.30am at Beth Boyd Park, Thorneside
Enjoy this early literacy program covering stories, singing and discovery through interactive play in beautiful outdoor surroundings. Learn more.
Messy play
Monday 12 February, 9.30am and 10.30am at Victoria Point Library
Join us for monthly sessions that encourage sensory exploration! Bookings open Monday 5 February at 9am.
STEAM play
Monday 26 February, 9.30am at Cleveland Library and Capalaba Library
Our STEAM (science, tech, engineering, arts and maths) play program combines captivating storytelling with exciting hands-on activities. Learn more.
Connecting Mums-to-be
Meeting four times a month, mums at any stage in their pregnancy will have a place to share joys, concerns and questions.
February session starts:
Tuesday 6 February, 10am – 11.30am at Cleveland Library
Weekly 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.
New to the stacks
Learning journeys for adults
English Conversation Circle
Wednesday 7 and 21 February, 10am at Capalaba Library
Our English conversation groups are now weekly! They're a great way to practice English in an open, friendly environment.
Shield your information online
Thursday 8 February, 1pm at Victoria Point Library
Worried about the security of your personal information online? Identity theft specialists will show you the how to avoid the worst scams.
Stream free music with Freegal
Wednesday 14 February, 10am at Cleveland Library
During this workshop, we will introduce you to a new free digital resource for all library members, Freegal Music.
Meditation for resilience
Wednesday 21 February, 2pm at Beth Boyd Park, Thorneside
Buddhist nun and teacher Gen Ani demonstrates how meditation can improve resilience, concentration and wellbeing.
Sustainable seafood and fishing
Saturday 24 February, 1pm at Cleveland Library
Join marine scientist Professor Carissa Klein in a discussion about fishing and aquaculture.
Create and connect sessions
Raffia crochet coasters
Friday 2 February, 1pm at Capalaba Library
Wednesday 14 February, 10.30am at Russell Island Hall
Crochet your own set of drink coasters!
Watercolour gift tags
Monday 5 February, 10am at Cleveland Library
Learn the basics of watercolour painting and create your own beautiful gift tags perfect for any occasion.
Canvas embroidery painting
Tuesday 6 February, 10am at Capalaba Library
Learn how to use acrylic paints and freehand stitching to create a stunning modern canvas that you can take home.
Book bouquet sculptures
Thursday 15 February, 10am at Cleveland Library
Discover a new paper craft technique to transform book pages into stunning, everlasting floral bouquets.
Macramé hanging shelf
Thursday 15 February, 10am at Victoria Point Library
Use basic macramé skills you will acquire during this workshop to create your own beautiful hanging shelf.
Macramé keychains
Wednesday 21 February, 9.30am at Dunwich Library and 1pm at Point Lookout Library
Learn macramé skills to tie and knot two different keychain designs to take home and put on your keys or bag.
Join us this month for Library Lovers!
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.
