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Author talk: Rachel Franks with
The Uncommon Hangman
Thursday 28 July, 6:30 - 7:30pm
An Uncommon Hangman is a bold and brutal biography of NSW’s longest-serving executioner, Robert ‘Nosey Bob’ Howard. The State Library's Dr. Rachel Franks tells the riveting true story of the life and deaths of the infamous noseless hangman of NSW.
This dramatic tale of life, death and radical social change is told through the sixty-one men and one woman who met Nosey Bob, under the worst possible circumstances, when he served as a New South Wales executioner between 1876 and 1904.
Programs
Living well: with or without dementiaFriday 29 July, 2 - 3pm Are you someone who plans to live life to the fullest in your retirement? In this talk you will find out more about preventing dementia as well as learning there are things you can do to address some of the risk factors. Even if you do get dementia, you can still live a full and independent life! |
Indigenous Music Appreciation ClassFriday 29 July, 3:30 - 4:30pm Would you like to learn more about Indigenous music and culture? Come along to our Indigenous Music Appreciation Class where our musicologist will give an informative talk about contemporary Indigenous musicians. |
The Power of podcasting workshop: Stories to listen toSaturday 30 July, 10am - 12pm Are you interested in podcasting? From her latest book The Power of Podcasting, award-winning podcast producer and leading international audio scholar Siobhán McHugh provides a unique blend of practical insights into, and critical analysis of, the invisible art of audio storytelling. |
The Nib Presents - The Writer Laid Bare, Lee Kofman with Suzanne LealTuesday 16 August, 6 - 7:30pm Lee Kofman has distilled her wisdom, experience and passion for writing into her latest work The writer Laid Bare. It is a must for those trying to discover their own voice. Join Lee in person as she shares her valuable insights with author Suzanne Leal. |
Children's Library
Once upon a time cafeSaturday 23 July, 10:30 - 11:30am The puppeteers from Sydney puppet theatre will be presenting their modern and stylish interpretation of the classic story The Frog Prince. Let your imagination run wild and be taken on a fairy tale journey like no other. |
Anh Do AfternoonTuesday 26 July, 3:30 - 5pm For this year’s Library and Information week Waverley library will get Weird Do!, celebrating all things Anh Do. Come along for a fun afternoon of quizzes, scavenger hunts, craft and more. This event is for Primary school aged children. |
Collections
Treasures of the Stack
Waverley Library's stack has always been accessible to our members, but as time passes even the most fascinating items can be forgotten. Our new ongoing exhibition Treasures of the Stack display is our chance to showcase some of these wonderful items again. First up is a 1973 print edition of Les diners de Gala by Salvador Dali. Located just behind the gate in the Reference Library. Make sure you get the recipe for Dali's avocado on toast with brains - that's still paleo right?
In the Community
National Tree Day Sunday 31 July, 9am - 12pm To celebrate National Tree Day we're giving away a range of native seedlings suitable for local conditions to help establish habitat for small birds and other small wildlife. |
Living ConnectionsJoin Living Connections and receive help to create a habitat garden that contributes to a cool green neighbourhood where wildlife can thrive. Receive free native seedlings and resources to get you started. If you live in a Waverley habitat corridor area, additional support may be available to you. |
Separation, Divorce and Property - Legal Aid NSW Family LawTuesday 26 July, 10 - 11am Join Michelle Tolmie and Nicole Pearce from the State Wide Advice Team of Legal Aid NSW to learn about separation, getting a divorce and negotiating a property settlement. |
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Disability Rights Webinar - Anti-Discrimination NSW Wednesday 3 August, 10 - 11am This webinar will enhance your understanding of disability discrimination, accessibility, reasonable adjustments and peoples' rights and responsibilities. |
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