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Create it
Tuesdays to Thursdays 3.30-4pm, excluding school holidays. Drop in to Wynnum Library to spark your child’s imagination through learning by making. Participate in hands-on activities that explore science, technology, reading and art. Ideal for children aged 5-12 years.
Jam Session
Looking to break out of the practice room and get started playing music with others? Learn new skills, new songs and meet new people through jamming, song writing, and learning to play cover songs with other emerging musicians living in Brisbane!
Carindale craft circle
Join us for a chat and a cuppa while working on your craft project. Please call the library for more information.
Little Artist’s Eye Spy
Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot. There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed. Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions. Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB Little Artist's Eye Spy website.
Micro Museum
What will you collect? Welcome to Micro Museum – a space for telling stories through objects. You are invited to explore the fascinating world of collecting, and uncover the memories that objects hold. Inspired by major exhibition Precious in this space you are the curator. You can select, sort and arrange a wide array of items, many of which are second-hand or vintage. Each object holds memories, and now you can create your own.
RQAS Exhibition: All Creatures and Wild Things
Royal Queensland Art Society Exhibition: All Creatures and Wild Things For this exhibition, artists were invited to consider our relationships with animals. Artworks can depict imagined, observed or experienced perceptions of the natural world, explore environmental and scientific themes, or investigate animals in folklore, symbology or the domestic realm. The exhibition will be on show at Petrie Terrace Gallery from Thursday, 17th April to Sunday, 11th May 2025. *Please note* gallery closed for the Easter long weekend (Apr 18-20th) and ANZAC Day (Apr 25th). Awards Night On Wednesday, 23rd of April at 7pm, join us at Petrie Terrace Gallery for the exhibition Awards Night! At this event we will announce the winning artworks. Nibbles will be provided and drinks available for purchase. Ticket prices: RQAS Brisbane Branch Members tickets: $5 Non-Members tickets: $15 Make sure to secure your ticket soon via the RQAS website! For further details, please contact the Gallery at 07 3367 1977 or email [email protected]. You can also follow @Petrie_Terrace_Gallery on Instagram and rqasBris on Facebook The Royal Queensland Art Society is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the RQAS website.
Songs & Soiree
Experience the beauty and power of music at the Songs & Soiree concert. This exceptional event features three talented voices: Sopranos Luisa Tarnawski and Gabrielle Jack, in partnership with former Ten Tenor Roger Davy. You'll be taken on an unforgettable musical journey from beloved opera classics to popular musical hits, from Phantom of the Opera to Cosi fan Tutte. Plus popular songs by Andrea Bocelli, Sarah Brightman and the rollicking song from La Traviata. There is something here for everyone. SunPAC is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, visit the SunPAC website.
Undercover games
Join this group for social and non-competitive fun with a selection of board games, from Rummykub to Sequence. Ideal for adults and seniors. New members welcome.
Create it
Tuesdays to Thursdays 3.30-4pm, excluding school holidays. Drop in to Wynnum Library to spark your child’s imagination through learning by making. Participate in hands-on activities that explore science, technology, reading and art. Ideal for children aged 5-12 years.
Make and create for kids
Drop into the library to get creative with free art and craft activities. Ideal for children aged 4-11 years and their carers.
Sensory friendly: Junior STEAM
Join us with family or friends for fun tactile and digital activities designed to relax and inspire. Ideal for children aged 5-9 years who are neurodivergent, or experience sensory sensitivity or sensory overload.
Crafty Party with MIKAs
Become a jewellery designer for a night! Art meets fashion when contemporary maker Mika brings her eclectic, architectural jewellery design to MoB for a very special Crafty Party. Grab a glass of bubbly, and settle in for a walk-through of Mika’s design practice, before trying your hand at sketching out your own design. Then put theory into practice as you bring your creation to life with guidance from the artist. Each participant will take home a one-of-a-kind piece inspired by Mika’s design philosophy. Workshop includes: –2.5 hour designer-led workshop –All sketching and making materials supplied to make a statement necklace –A glass of bubbles thanks to our friends at Symphony Hill Wines or a soft drink Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council’s leading history and art museum where you can experience our city’s vibrant culture. For more information, please visit the Museum of Brisbane website.
2025 Anzac Day Parade Brisbane
While we remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for freedom during the Dawn Services and other services of Remembrance, the ANZAC Day Parade is an opportunity to celebrate and recognise all those that have served and still continue to serve our country. It will feature former and current ADF veterans and other support organisations that contribute to the Parade that make it the commemoration worthy of its heritage. The Parade takes place in the Brisbane Central Business District and is free and family friendly. The best position to view the Parade is on Adelaide Street, between George Street and Creek Street. The Parade runs between 9:45am and 12:30pm, and vehicle movement will be restricted within the Central Business District from 3am to 3pm. This event is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the RSL South Queensland website.
Little Artist’s Eye Spy
Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot. There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed. Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions. Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB Little Artist's Eye Spy website.
Micro Museum
What will you collect? Welcome to Micro Museum – a space for telling stories through objects. You are invited to explore the fascinating world of collecting, and uncover the memories that objects hold. Inspired by major exhibition Precious in this space you are the curator. You can select, sort and arrange a wide array of items, many of which are second-hand or vintage. Each object holds memories, and now you can create your own.
Bands in Parks: Anzac Swing
Bands in Parks performs at Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha. Take a look at the Freedom Wall memorial and head down to the bandstand lawn for an Anzac tribute concert. Grab your picnic rug and basket, and join BSB Swing as they journey back through the swing era with classic jazz from Armstrong to the Andrew Sisters.
Southside community craft circle
Join a craft group that makes items to support children going into foster care and the homeless. Please call 0411 435 824 or 0412 761 529 for more information.
Micro Museum
What will you collect? Welcome to Micro Museum – a space for telling stories through objects. You are invited to explore the fascinating world of collecting, and uncover the memories that objects hold. Inspired by major exhibition Precious in this space you are the curator. You can select, sort and arrange a wide array of items, many of which are second-hand or vintage. Each object holds memories, and now you can create your own.
Make and create for kids
Drop into the library to get creative with free art and craft activities. Ideal for children aged 4-11 years and their carers.
Little Artist’s Eye Spy
Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot. There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed. Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions. Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB Little Artist's Eye Spy website.
RQAS Exhibition: All Creatures and Wild Things
Royal Queensland Art Society Exhibition: All Creatures and Wild Things For this exhibition, artists were invited to consider our relationships with animals. Artworks can depict imagined, observed or experienced perceptions of the natural world, explore environmental and scientific themes, or investigate animals in folklore, symbology or the domestic realm. The exhibition will be on show at Petrie Terrace Gallery from Thursday, 17th April to Sunday, 11th May 2025. *Please note* gallery closed for the Easter long weekend (Apr 18-20th) and ANZAC Day (Apr 25th). Awards Night On Wednesday, 23rd of April at 7pm, join us at Petrie Terrace Gallery for the exhibition Awards Night! At this event we will announce the winning artworks. Nibbles will be provided and drinks available for purchase. Ticket prices: RQAS Brisbane Branch Members tickets: $5 Non-Members tickets: $15 Make sure to secure your ticket soon via the RQAS website! For further details, please contact the Gallery at 07 3367 1977 or email [email protected]. You can also follow @Petrie_Terrace_Gallery on Instagram and rqasBris on Facebook The Royal Queensland Art Society is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the RQAS website.
Painting with Light with Marian Drew
A moment of magic, gone in a flash, but captured forever in a photograph – enter the incredible world of painting with light. Inspired by her mesmerising works in New Light: Photography Now + Then, join artist and photographer Marian Drew for a hands-on workshop dedicated to harnessing the power of light in your photographs. Explore the art of creating striking still life compositions using found objects, mirrors, and flowers, as Marian guides you through techniques of manipulating light to create high impact images with your digital camera. The workshop is appropriate for beginners and experienced photographers. What to expect: – 2 hour long workshop led by artist Marian Drew – Hands on tips and tricks for composition and lighting – Artist led tour of New Light: Photography Now + Then What to bring: –Digital camera (must have manual option) and tripod –Water bottle Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council’s leading history and art museum where you can experience our city’s vibrant culture. For more information, please visit the Museum of Brisbane website.
Family STEAM morning
Join us for a morning of games and activities exploring science, technology, reading and art. Ideal for children of all ages and their families.
Make and create for kids
Drop into the library to get creative with free art and craft activities. Ideal for children aged 4-12 years and their carers.
Bands in Parks: Saturday Night at the Movies
Bands in Parks performs at Queensland Tennis Centre. The South East Queensland Symphonic Winds invites you to take a trip with them through the history of cinema. You'll hear themes from classics like the Wizard of Oz, songs from big shows from West Side Story to Les Mis, Disney favourites The Little Mermaid and Pocahontas, and the sweeping score from epics like Titanic and Out of Africa! This is a night for the whole family to enjoy. The café and bar will be open so enjoy your music with a glass of wine and a meal. Please note there is no BYO to this event. In cases of wet weather on the day of the event, please monitor this listing. This will be updated as soon as possible to show if the event has been cancelled.
Little Artist’s Eye Spy
Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot. There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed. Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions. Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB Little Artist's Eye Spy website.
Micro Museum
What will you collect? Welcome to Micro Museum – a space for telling stories through objects. You are invited to explore the fascinating world of collecting, and uncover the memories that objects hold. Inspired by major exhibition Precious in this space you are the curator. You can select, sort and arrange a wide array of items, many of which are second-hand or vintage. Each object holds memories, and now you can create your own.
If the Seeds Chose Where to Grow' by Rithika Merchant - Howard Smith Wharves art projection
From 30 November 2024 to 5 May 2025, we invite you to explore Council’s latest Outdoor Gallery exhibition, Asia Pacific Triennial Kids: Outdoors presented in collaboration with Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA)’s Children’s Art Centre. Asia Pacific Triennial Kids: Outdoors features eye-catching displays made especially for children and families by artists included in QAGOMA’s 11th Asia Pacific Triennial exhibition (Asia Pacific Triennial Kids). Rithika Merchant (India b.1986) creates bold paintings and collages using a combination of watercolour and cut paper elements, drawing on 17th-century botanical prints and folk art. Merchant is interested in the idea of ‘terraformation’, or ‘earth-shaping’–the process of making a planet, moon or other celestial body fit for human life. This artwork displayed in the Outdoor Gallery features imagery from Merchant’s Asia Pacific Triennial Kids project, If the Seeds Chose Where to Grow (2024), which imagines a new world inhabited by unusual hybrid ‘beings’ and plant forms. Learn more about the 11th Asia Pacific Triennial exhibition, including Asia Pacific Triennial Kids. Brisbane City Council's Outdoor Gallery transforms Brisbane's laneways, city streets and car parks into imaginative, curious, and engaging spaces. Comprising of light boxes, banners, vitrines, and evening projections, the Outdoor Gallery displays art outside in city streets, instead of inside on gallery walls. 2023 marked 10 years of the Outdoor Gallery program. Share your experience of the Outdoor Gallery exhibitions and public programs on social media using #BNEPublicArt. Image credit: If the Seeds Chose Where to Grow (2024) by Rithika Merchant, projected onto the Howard Smith Wharves Cliffs.
Asia Pacific Triennial
BrisAsia Festival 2025 presents Asia Pacific Triennial. Immerse yourself in the most compelling new artwork being produced across Asia, the Pacific and Australia. The Asia Pacific Triennial promises bold, groundbreaking contemporary works from over 70 emerging and established artists, collectives, and filmmakers spanning 30+ countries. Best of all, it's free, making it the must-do experience this summer. Spend time with family and friends, broadening your horizons as you explore the future of art and the world we inhabit together. Bursting with colour and life, the Asia Pacific Triennial at QAGOMA is a vibrant mix of creativity and cross-cultural insight. Discover dynamic installations, painting, sculpture, photography, video – Art that feels like summer, at QAGOMA. Open daily from 10am. Image Credit: Kawita Vatanyankur / Pat Pataranutaporn / The Machine Ghost in the Human Shell (from the ‘Cyber Labour’ series) 2024 / Commissioned for ‘The 11th Asia Pacific Triennial’ / © Kawita Vatanyankur / Courtesy: The artist and Nova Contemporary