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First 5 Forever toddler time
Meet other parents and toddlers for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn action rhymes and songs which will help your child’s pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies and toddlers aged 1-2 years. The First 5 Forever initiative is funded by the Queensland Government.
Music beat kids groups
Come and enjoy the great outdoors with your little ones while you move and make music together. You will share a special time with other parents, while helping your little ones learn and grow through musical play and movement. Take home tips for how to keep grooving and creating musical moments at home provided.
Yoga and meditation
Classes are designed to promote general wellbeing, overall health and relaxation to help ease stress or tension in the mind and body. This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.
One-on-one tech help
Come along to a one-on-one tech assistance session to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence. A Brisbane Libraries Tech Connect workshop.
First 5 Forever toddler time
Meet other parents and toddlers for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn action rhymes and songs which will help your child’s pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies and toddlers aged 1-2 years. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
Cardio and strength
Get active with like minded people, maintain or increase your independence, improve brain function and boost mood with strength training. This low-impact workout is suitable for all fitness levels. This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.
Free guided tour - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane’s Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors. Walking tours for individuals and small groups (up to ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size. Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre. Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
First 5 Forever babies, books and rhymes
Meet other parents and babies for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn songs and action rhymes to nurture your baby's pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies aged up to one year. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
Music beat kids groups
Come and enjoy the great outdoors with your little ones while you move and make music together. You will share a special time with other parents, while helping your little ones learn and grow through musical play and movement. Take home tips for how to keep grooving and creating musical moments at home provided.
Free guided tour - City Botanic Gardens
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at the City Botanic Gardens. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane’s Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors. The walks are taken at a gentle pace for about one hour. Walking tours for individuals or small groups (no more than ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size. Location: Meet at the City Botanic Gardens Information Kiosk (next to the Queensland University of Technology’s Main Drive pathway). Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
First 5 Forever babies, books and rhymes
Meet other parents and babies for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn action rhymes and songs which will help your child’s pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies and toddlers aged 0-1 years. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
CANCELLED: Chair fitness
***This event has been cancelled***Bookings essential. Enjoy a fun and effective body conditioning class from the comfort of a chair. It aims for graceful ageing, strong core, toning, suppleness, balance and coordination. Work at your own pace. This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.
Gentle fitness
Bookings essential. This is a fun gentle exercise class to improve strength, balance, coordination and flexibility. All fitness benefits in one class for all levels. If needed, you can use a chair too. Bring an exercise band if you have one. This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.
Gathering - John Corowa
Gathering presents John Corowa. John Corowa has a warm soulful style and enjoys the likes of Paul Kelly, Crowded House, Aussie Rock, Motown Rock ballads and easy listening. John has released a EP titled 'One Breath' featuring his daughter Georgia Corowa. Join his live performance on the main stage of Queen Street Mall from 12 noon - 1pm. This Gathering event is produced by Cre8tiveNations. Gathering showcases Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander performances in the Queen Street Mall. Unique to Brisbane, it is the only Indigenous performance in Australia that is featured weekly in the heart of a major capital city.
Hamilton happy readers
In April, read and discuss Housekeeping or Home by Marilynne Robinson. In May, read and discuss None of This is True by Lisa Jewell.
English conversation group
Come along to make new friends and improve your English. Learners of all levels are welcome.
Introduction to the media conversion station
Are you interested in converting your photographs, videos, cassettes, film negatives, slides or floppy disks into digital files? Join this session to find out more about Chermside Library's media conversion station, including an overview of the equipment, some opportunities for hands-on learning and information about how to book a self-service session to begin your digitisation project. Start converting your precious memories into digital files, ready for viewing and sharing! The media conversion station is proudly funded and supported by the Queensland Government and the State Library of Queensland.
Free guided tour - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane’s Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors. Walking tours for individuals and small groups (up to ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size. Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre. Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Free guided tour - City Botanic Gardens
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at the City Botanic Gardens. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane’s Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors. The walks are taken at a gentle pace for about one hour. Walking tours for individuals or small groups (no more than ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size. Location: Meet at the City Botanic Gardens Information Kiosk (next to the Queensland University of Technology’s Main Drive pathway). Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Chair yoga
Enjoy being supported by the chair as you stretch and strengthen your body both seated and standing poses. This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.
Lite yoga
Bookings essential. Become more flexible, fit and relaxed. This session is specifically designed for beginners and finishes with meditation. This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.
One-on-one tech help
Bring in your phone, laptop, notebook or tablet and get one on one tech assistance, we will help to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence. A Brisbane Libraries Tech Connect workshop.
First 5 Forever babies, books and rhymes
Meet other parents and babies for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn songs and action rhymes to nurture your baby's pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies aged up to one year. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
One-on-one tech help
Bring in your phone, laptop, notebook or tablet and get one on one tech assistance, we will help to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence. A Brisbane Libraries Tech Connect workshop.
Belly dance
Bookings essential. Enjoy gentle dance focused on fitness, co-ordination, flexibility, relaxation and fun. Belly dance provides physical, emotional and psychological benefits. Suitable for all levels. Bring a belly dance belt if you have one. This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.
Fun basketball skills and games at a basketball court
Bookings essential. Skill development and fun games with fundamental basketball drills and 3x3 action.
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.
Music Program
Interested in how you can get involved with music at Visible Ink and around the Brisbane area? Come along to get to know our studio, receive an induction from our music facilitator, and get started using all the resources Visible Ink has to offer!
Last Wednesday club
Bring along your friends or meet new ones at this monthly gathering. Hangout and enjoy activities featuring your favourite YA reads, comics and manga, craft, games and pop culture. Ideal for those aged 12-17 years.
Intergenerational Week: Family board games afternoon
Bring the whole family and celebrate Intergenerational Week with an afternoon of board game fun. Ideal for all ages.