The Great Book Swap
Keeping Indigenous Languages Alive
The Great Book Swap is a fantastic way to celebrate reading locally, and raise much-needed funds for remote indigenous communities.
Book Donations
We are asking you to donate your favourite books on the following days:
Gordon White Library
Thursday, August 29 from 10am - 6pm
Friday, August 30 from 9am - 5pm
Saturday, August 31 from 10am – 3pm
Monday, September 2 from 9am – 5pm
Tuesday, September 3 from 9am – 5pm
The Great Book Swap
Bring your gold coins, show your support for remote Indigenous communities and pick up a bargain.
Gordon White Library
Wednesday, September 4 from 10am – 4pm
All funds received, will be donated to The Indigenous Literacy Foundation to improve literacy levels in remote Australian communities.
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Meet Author
Mike Higgins
Mike Higgins is a Channel 7 news icon and is touring Queensland with his tell-all memoir. This amazing memoir reveals what went on under the news desk, his strange childhood, his career on radio and television, his work on the environment and his United Nations Media Peace Award, his run-ins with gangsters, politicians and spies and his inspirational fight to survive cancer after a prognosis of 16% survival.
Dudley Denny City Library
Monday, August 26
4.30pm
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Discover IT
A range of hands-on, practical classes in a relaxed environment.
Discover IT classes are designed to provide a starting point into the world of digital literacy.
Bookings are essential and can be made on the first day of the month for the following month. Book online or call 4961 9387.
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Tech Talks
Dilemma with your device?
Is there just one or two things confusing you about your phone, tablet or other device? Come to a free Tech Talk and we’ll figure it out together.
Gordon White Library
Every Tuesday from 10am - 11am
Dudley Denny City Library
Every Thursday from 10am - 11am
Sarina Library
Tech Talks available by appointment. Please call 4961 9387.
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7 Steps to Good Digital Parenting
“Digital parenting” is newish concept. In fact, it’s a term that’s only just beginning to creep into our vocabulary.
Most of us know that it involves somehow nurturing our kids around their use of technology. But exactly how we are meant to do that remains a bit fuzzy. These seven steps will help get you started.
Tip 1. Talk With Your kids
> Talk early and often
Have you ever wondered how to talk to your kids about proper use of technology? Parenting today’s tech-savvy kids can seem overwhelming. But you can do it! Our eSmart webpage www.mackay.qld.gov.au/esmart has Cybersafety tips for parents, carers and children.
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Home Library Service
Do you find it difficult to get to your library but love to read?
We can help you!
The Home Library Service brings the library to our members who are unable to visit the library, due to mobility, illness, frailty disability or engaged in full-time care of someone with a disability.
Contact your local library today to connect with this fabulous service.
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STEAMin' Seniors Employment Success
Seniors (50+), join us for a series of workshops focused on job-seeking skills with a digital edge.
Dudley Denny City Library
Monday, August 26 and September 2
11am – noon
Build a CV and write a
cover letter 1 and 2
We’ll look at the key components of a great CV and how to build your personal documents, how to effectively define and promote your skills and experience. Bring your laptop or let us know if you wish to borrow one of ours.
#Science #Technology #Engineering #Art #Math
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Take a moment - Seniors Week
Join us on the Northern Terrace and learn the techniques of breathing and meditation, and the amazing benefits they can have in your everyday life.
Bring a yoga mat/towel or cushion to sit comfortably. Chairs are offered. Bookings essential.
Dudley Denny City Library
Wednesday, August 21
1:30pm – 2pm
Celebrate Seniors Week by getting out and about, meet new people, discover services, try new activities and have fun! Find out more at www.mackay.qld.gov.au/seniors
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Tai Chi
Learn to enjoy peaceful tranquillity as you experience a beginner’s course in Tai Chi. Bring a yoga mat/towel or cushion to sit comfortably. Chairs are also offered.
Gordon White Library
Thursday, August 22
2:30pm
Celebrate Seniors Week by getting out and about, meet new people, discover services, try new activities and have fun!
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Steam Club
Children in years 3 to year 6 are invited to explore the fascinating world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics.
Imagine, invent, discover and create with fun and challenging hands-on activities. Sessions range from Lego play to coding challenges, science experiments, creative arts to mini Makerspaces. Our STEAM Club offers something for everyone.
Gordon White Library
Wednesdays
3.30pm - 4.30pm
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We need to
take action!
We support United Nations Sustainable Development Goal that challenges our community to get into action in innovative and impactful ways.
Goal Two: Zero Hunger
Avoid throwing away food!
Over a third of the world's food is wasted. It is time to rethink how we grow, share and consume our food. Each of us needs to explore what we really need to consume our food. Each of us needs to explore what we really need to consume in order to reduce waste. Here are things you can do during August to show your support in eliminating hunger.
Abundance Day (Food share)
Gordon White Library
Friday, August 16 from 9am
Dietary Changes for Improved Health
Gordon White Library
Thursday, August 22 from 1.30pm
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Seniors Matinee Movie
Showing: Brooklyn
BROOKLYN tells the profoundly moving story of Eilis Lacey, a young Irish immigrant navigating her way through 1950’s Brooklyn. Lured by the promise of America, Eilis departs Ireland and the comfort of her mother’s home for the shores of New York City.
The initial shackles of homesickness quickly diminish, as a fresh romance sweeps Eilis into the intoxicating charm of love. But soon, her new vivacity is disrupted by her past, and Eilis most choose between two countries and the lives that exist within.
Gordon White Library
Friday, August 23
11am
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Book Week
Join us and celebrate Children’s Book Week. We have a week full of events planned for children of all ages. Find out what’s happening this Book Week at www.mackay.qld.gov.au/bookweek
Book Week Competitions
Enter a Book Week competition for your chance to win a prize.
> Book Hunt - All library branches
> Picture Hunt - All library branches
> Colouring In - Walkerston Library
> Best Costume - Book Parade
Book of the Year Awards
There are six categories in the CBCA Book of the Year Awards: Older Readers, Younger Readers, Early Childhood, Picture Book of the Year, Eve Pownall Award and Award for New Illustrator. View the short list at cbca.org.au/shortlist-2019
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Dads 'n' Bubs
Promotes early language and social development in babies from birth to walking. The session features nursery rhymes, finger plays and songs, and is a great opportunity for dads to do something special and beneficial with their little one.
Dudley Denny City Library
Saturday, August 31
10am – 10.30am
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