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Garden City readers book club
Friday, 11 April 2025, 11:30am - 1pm

Garden City readers book club

In April, read and discuss Agent Sonya by Ben Macintyre. In May, read and discuss The Maid by Nita Prose.

Community Immunisation Clinic - Upper Mount Gravatt
Friday, 11 April 2025, 12:30 - 2:30pm

Community Immunisation Clinic - Upper Mount Gravatt

Brisbane City Council provides free vaccinations to eligible residents (aged from 6 weeks and above) through our community immunisation clinics. Immunisation helps protect people against diseases such as measles, whooping cough, polio and tetanus. Take a look at the National Health Medical Research Council vaccination schedule for advice about when you should be vaccinated. Providing a free immunisation service is another way Council is helping deliver our Brisbane Vision.

Youth Week: Live in the library
Friday, 11 April 2025, 1 - 2:15pm

Youth Week: Live in the library

Celebrate emerging Brisbane talent in this live music performance.

Art appreciation group
Friday, 11 April 2025, 1 - 3pm

Art appreciation group

Join other art enthusiasts to discuss artists, art styles and movements.

First 5 Forever children's storytime
Sunday, 13 April 2025, 10:30 - 11am

First 5 Forever children's storytime

Experience the magic of storytime with your child at the library. This interactive session includes stories, songs and mark making activities for young children. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.

First 5 Forever babies, books and rhymes
Monday, 14 April 2025, 10:30 - 11am

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.

Children’s storytime (Arabic)
Monday, 14 April 2025, 12:30 - 1pm

Children’s storytime (Arabic)

Experience the magic of storytime in Arabic with your child at the library. This interactive session includes stories and songs for young children. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years.

Make and create: Easter
Monday, 14 April 2025, 2 - 3pm

Make and create: Easter

Drop in and enjoy a free Easter themed craft. Ideal for children aged 4-8 years.

Learn to play chess
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 10 - 11am

Learn to play chess

Are you keen to learn something new and play chess with your family and friends? Learn the basic rules and how to play a game. Ideal for those aged 5-12 years.

Children's storytime (Korean)
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 10:30 - 11am

Children's storytime (Korean)

Experience the magic of storytime in Korean with your child at the library. This interactive session includes stories and songs for young children. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years.

Learn to play chess
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Learn to play chess

Are you keen to learn something new or perhaps brush up on your childhood memory of playing chess a while ago? You will learn basic rules and how to play a game. Ideal for those aged 13 years and older.

English conversation group
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 3 - 4pm

English conversation group

This friendly and informal group meets at the library weekly. Come along to make new friends and improve your English. Learners of all ages are welcome.

Brisbane Mahjong
Tuesday, 15 April 2025, 6 - 11pm

Brisbane Mahjong

We are a growing community of Mahjong enthusiasts who meet every Tuesday at 6pm till late at Garden City Library. We welcome players from all backgrounds and experiences who would love to come socialise and have fun with different people every week. We provide tutorials for new players as well. The Mahjong styles we play are Hong Kong, Japanese and Basic Casual

First 5 Forever toddler time
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 10:30 - 11am

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.

Chess tournaments
Wednesday, 16 April 2025, 1 - 4pm

Chess tournaments

For those who can play chess and are looking for some competition. This tournament will be run by Gardiner Chess organisation. Ideal for those aged 5 years and older.

First 5 Forever STEAM storytime
Tuesday, 22 April 2025, 10:30 - 11:30am

First 5 Forever STEAM storytime

STEAM storytime will challenge thinking and problem-solving skills using a fun and inspiring picture book. After reading the story, children will continue to explore the science, technology, engineering and math concepts introduced with hands-on activities. Ideal for children aged 3-5 years. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.

English conversation group
Tuesday, 22 April 2025, 3 - 4pm

English conversation group

This friendly and informal group meets at the library weekly. Come along to make new friends and improve your English. Learners of all ages are welcome.

Brisbane Mahjong
Tuesday, 22 April 2025, 6 - 11pm

Brisbane Mahjong

We are a growing community of Mahjong enthusiasts who meet every Tuesday at 6pm till late at Garden City Library. We welcome players from all backgrounds and experiences who would love to come socialise and have fun with different people every week. We provide tutorials for new players as well. The Mahjong styles we play are Hong Kong, Japanese and Basic Casual

First 5 Forever toddler time
Wednesday, 23 April 2025, 10:30 - 11am

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.

Garden City creative writers
Thursday, 24 April 2025, 9:30am - 12pm

Garden City creative writers

Join other local writers to inspire your writing journey whether you are taking your first steps or well on your way.