Book giveaway, school holidays, Wattle Day and more!
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September 2024
Library news and events
School holiday programs
Sign up for free September school holiday activities that include clay creations, design your own journal and a teen-only Kandi beading workshop.
Harry Potter Afternoon is on 19 September and Family Fun Day comes to North Stradbroke Island on 27 September.
Capalaba Library relocation
Capalaba Library and Customer Service Centre will temporarily relocate to Capalaba Central Shopping Centre from late 2024 to make way for the Capalaba Town Centre Revitalisation Project.
Once final dates are known, we'll share all the details leading up to the relocation!
Upcoming authors
Belinda Alexandra
Thursday 5 September, 10am at Victoria Point Library
Meet Belinda Alexandra, internationally bestselling historical romance author as she presents her latest historical fiction The Masterpiece.
Mitchell Burns
Thursday 12 September, 11am at Cleveland Library
Join Mitchell Burns on his thought-provoking journey from coal miner to celebrated photographer in this author chat with a difference.
May B. Wild
Saturday 28 September, 10am at Cleveland Library
Have you ever dreamed of packing up and doing "the lap"? Come for a special talk with May B. Wild, author of the engaging travelogue A Lap of Australia for Beginners.
Christian White
Tuesday 1 October, 1pm at Cleveland Library
Meet the acclaimed author and screenwriter whose thrillers and screen credits include The Nowhere Child, Relic and Netflix’s Clickbait. He’ll be discussing his fourth novel, The Ledge!
Fiona McIntosh
Saturday 5 October, 10am at Cleveland Library
Welcome one of Australia’s favourite contemporary fiction writers presenting her latest novel, The Fallen Woman which will be available for purchase and author signing.
Chris Hammer
Saturday 5 October, 1pm at Cleveland Library
Enjoy a lively discussion with Chris Hammer, the acclaimed and bestselling author of the international bestsellers Scrublands and The Seven.
Book giveaway with Good Reading magazine
Find your next great read
Good Reading magazine is Australia's ultimate source of quality book recommendations and reviews. It even has a kids' version! Good Reading is available to all library members.
Get free books!
Along with Good Reading, we're giving away a special selection of children's books.
Free programs for children and teens
Pop up libraries
Monday 2 September, 9.30am at IndigiScapes Centre
Monday 16 September, 9.30am at Beth Boyd Park
Read, sing and play in a beautiful outdoor surrounding! If it rains, we'll let you know the alternate indoors location.
Messy play
Monday 9 September, 9.30am and 10.30am at Victoria Point Library
Ready to get messy? The sessions are fun-filled and action-packed sensory learning experiences. Ages: 2–5 years
STEAM play
Monday 23 September, 9.30am at Victoria Point Library and Cleveland Library
Our STEAM play program combines captivating storytelling with exciting hands-on activities that will leave your little ones inspired! Ages: 0–5 years.
Anime x club
Monthly, 3.30pm at Cleveland and Victoria Point Libraries
Love anime? Join our Anime x club and its vibrant community for some after-school fun. Grades 7–12.
Boardgames and gaming
Three times a month, 3.30pm at Cleveland and Victoria Point Libraries
Stop by after school for a selection of video games and board games perfect for teens. Grades 7–12.
New in adult fiction
Free events for adults
Feature talk: Wattle Day
Monday 2 September, 10am at Victoria Point Library
Celebrate with a special National Wattle Day talk and a chance to walk away with a free wattle tree!
Knot tying workshop
Saturday 7 September, 10am at Cleveland Library
Let's get twisted! Adventure guide Jonas Teixeira will teach knot tying for scenarios including survival, rock climbing and boating.
Introduction to Canva
Tuesday 17 September, 10am at Victoria Point Library
Want to learn the basics of Canva, a subscription-based online design and editing program? Join us for an introductory tech skills workshop.
Health chat with Dementia Australia
Friday 20 September, 10am at Cleveland Library
Learn about dementia types, pick up helpful tips for holistic care and find out how to access the best support for you and your loved ones.
Writer's workshop: Publish an Amazon success
Saturday 28 September, 11.30am at Victoria Point Library
Learn from a pro how to optimise your book for Amazon using techniques that can help you increase your Amazon sales.
Favourite program series
New in children's and junior fiction
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.
Friday Story time fun!
Fridays, 9.30am at Cleveland and Victoria Point Library
Join us every Friday for a delightful morning together as we share stories and pop-up books!
Saturday story time
Saturday 7 September, 9.30am at Victoria Point Library
Saturday 21 September, 9.30am at Cleveland Library
Come to the library for a fun-filled morning of storytelling and craft.
Free online language courses!
Inspired by the Paris Olympics to speak French? Or perhaps you want to brush up on some of the Japanese you learned at school?
Your library membership grants you free access to online language learning modules!
Transparent Language provides an engaging and fun experience for learners of all levels who want to build skills in over 100 languages including English.
Acknowledgement of Country
Redland City Council acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, waters, winds and seas of Redlands Coast and pays respect to Elders, past, present and emerging. We extend this 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.
