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“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” - Pelé
HSC Lock in: Maths with Harry Mavrolefteros
Wednesday 5 October 2022, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
HSC expert Harry Mavrolefteros will provide some last-minute advice for students sitting for their upcoming exams. Covering HSC exam techniques, specific questions and strategies for the Maths Standard, Advanced, Extension 1 and Extension 2 courses. Don't miss out on this invaluable talk!
As well as Math help we will be staying open until midnight, providing study spaces, food, drinks, library resources, security and parking.
Adult Programs
Film Screenings: UmrikaFriday 14 October, 10am - 12pm Ramakant lives in a small, remote village in India. The villagers have gathered to send off his older brother Udai to the States. The family receive letters detailing his life in “Umrika”, aka the United States, but after a while the letters stop coming. |
Bollywood Dance ClassWednesday 19 October 6.30 - 8pm. Join Waverley library to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, and learn some steps in classical Indian and Bollywood dance styles led by professional dancer from Nupur Dance Academy. All skill and fitness levels welcome. |
Book Clubs
Library Lovers with Maya LinnellWednesday 19 October, 7 - 8pm, Join author Maya Linnell in conversation with bestselling author Jane Harper, VFX artist, illustrator and children's writer Richard Pritchard and Brisbane City Libraries' Nadia Ruttley. During this discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, interact with the guests, and enjoy a light-hearted engaging conversation from industry leaders about books, gardening, and cooking. |
Ben’s Book Club: The Liars by Petronella McGovernTuesday 25 October, 7 - 8pm, The close-knit community of Kinton Bay is shocked when fifteen-year-old Siena Britton makes a grisly discovery in the national park. She believes it's a skull from the town's violent colonial past and posts a video which hits the news headlines. Join best-selling author Ben Hobson in conversation with Petronella McGovern to discuss her new family drama The Liars. |
What's On
Urza and the Song in the Dark Friday 7 and Saturday 8 October, 11am-12pm. Suitable for ages 7+, the whole family and kidults! Cost: $20-$25, Bondi Pavilion Theatre The Bondi Pavilion has now re-opened and our very first family show will be in the brand new Theatre these holidays! Join us for an adventure of a lifetime told in shadow and song! When Urza finds herself lost underground, a mysterious song leads her on a journey of epic proportions. Live music, physical theatre and puppets all combine to tell this amazing story! Bring the whole family and enjoy this award-winning production by Matriark Theatre. |
Nib Presents: It's a shame about Ray, Jonathan Seidler in conversation with Marc FennellThursday 13 October, 6pm Jonathan Seidler's debut book, It's a Shame about Ray is darkly humorous and frequently devastating. The writer, and cultural critic's memoir encompasses family, death, hope, love, survival and compassion. Join us for this exclusive Sydney event as Jonathan Seidler discusses memories, music and moving on from tragedy with Walkley Award winning journalist Marc Fennell. |
Spring into school holiday fun at the new Pav!
Check out other great activities such as Shadow Adventures workshop led by the theatrical maestros of Matriark Theatre; get more technical in Behind the Curtain: Stagecraft and Design; meet enchanting characters from the best Australian short films in Flickerfest Kids; create your own mini-exhibitions, paintings and sculptures or jump into mixed media collage madness in hands-on art workshops. Pick your own adventure – all activities are presented by artists, industry professionals and partner organisations. Check out the full line up of school holiday fun for aspiring creatives.
Library Services
Get free help with your tax return at Waverley Library
Fridays, 7 - 28 October
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.
In the community
Recycling survey Closes on 16 October We want to understand how Waverley residents experience the recycling system, so we can improve and develop adequate resources. Do you have 5 minutes? We would love to hear from you. |
Ninjas of the night - the secret world of microbatsTuesday 1 November, 6.30 - 7.30pm, Online via Zoom The greater Sydney area has about 20 species of echolocating bats, about half of which are threatened. Research scientist Dr Leroy Gonsalves will shine a light on these mysterious tiny creatures and answer your batty questions. |
The Library is closed for the public holiday
on Monday 3 October
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