Seed Cards - Made by You!
Join us in our workshop and create two eco-friendly seed cards that will grow when planted.
This event is for adults aged 18 and above.
Gordon White Library
Tuesday, September 7, from 1.30pm to 2.30pm
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Recycled Bowls - Made by You!
Do you have a pile of read/used magazines or newspapers sitting on the coffee table you don’t know what to do with?
Explore a new way of repurposing your unwanted magazines and newspapers when you join the Library team to create a stunning paper bowl.
This event is for adults aged 18 and above.
Walkerston Library
Friday, September 10, from 3.30pm to 4.30pm
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Polymer Clay Miniatures
We share how to mix and marble colour to create cute modern miniature charms and trinkets.
This event is for adults aged 18 and above.
Walkerston Library
Friday, September 10, from 2pm to 3pm
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Movie Screening
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Each month, we are highlighting a different United Nations Sustainable Development Goal. Join us at the following event to get involved.
Living the Change (PG)
Living the Change explores solutions to the global crises we face today through the inspiring stories of people pioneering change in their own lives and in their communities in order to live in a sustainable and regenerative way.
Dudley Denny City Library
Tuesday, August 31, from 12.30pm to 2.30pm
This event supports Goal Eleven: Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Acrylics for Beginners
Learn to paint with acrylics! An on-hand expert will guide you through the process. You will create your own piece of art, start to finish. No previous experience necessary. Supplies provided.
This event is for adults aged 50 and above.
Gordon White Library
Friday, September 3, from 9.30am to 12.30pm
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R U  K? Day safeTALK Training
Don’t miss this FREE suicide prevention, life-saving training.
Learn how to:
- Identify someone at risk of suicide
- Talk to those experiencing suicidal thoughts
- Help guide them to resources
Dudley Denny City Library
Thursday, September 9, from 9am to noon
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Out and About! Disability Expo
Come along and have a chat!
The Mackay Disability Expo is a great opportunity for people with a disability to find out about the latest products, services, technology, aids and equipment.
Find out how service providers can connect you with the right people. Let’s bring together everyone in the Mackay Disability community. We aim to enhance the lives of people with a disability.
Andergrove Community Hall
Monday, September 6, from 9am to 1pm
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Computer Essentials
Feel confident and savvy using computers and basic software and online applications.
The program provides adults with an opportunity to participate in fun, free learning sessions that will increase confidence, skills and knowledge in online shopping and Microsoft Word.
Microsoft Word
Gordon White Library
Wednesday, August 18, from 10am to 11.30am
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Online Shopping
Dudley Denny City Library
Wednesday, September 1, from 10am to 11.30am
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Library Podcast
Keep up-to-date on our podcast with new topics broadcasting regularly.
Listen to what happens behind the scenes at the libraries while you drive, walk or work in the garden.
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Be Connected
Live webinars in the library.
Safer online shopping and banking
Learn:
- the benefits of shopping and banking online
- how to safely shop and pay for things online
- how to do everyday banking safely online
- what to look out for.
This event supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal Four: Quality Education.
Dudley Denny City Library
Wednesday, September 1, from 3pm to 4pm
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Journal Writing
Ever thought about keeping a journal?
There are many benefits to be gained by writing a journal. Let us start you on your journey by introducing you to the various styles and tricks to get started.
Dudley Denny City Library
Wednesday, September 1, from 9.30am to 10.30am
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Resume Rescue
Join us for a workshop focused on creating your best personal documents.
This session is particularly relevant for people looking to get back into the workforce or looking for a career change through helping you to effectively promote your skills and experience to potential employers.
Dudley Denny City Library
Tuesday, August 31, from 11am to noon
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Craft and Conversation
Creativity is contagious! Pass it on!
Come along and bring your current craft project to create and connect with this imaginative group. All experience levels and craft types are welcome.
Bring your project and materials and work on it with the group. This event is for adults 18 years and older.
Gordon White Library
Saturday, August 28, from 11am to 2pm
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One More Page Book Club
Come along to our book club held each month at Sarina Library.
Connect with people aged 18 or older who have similar reading interests.
Sarina Library
Tuesday, August 31, from 1.30pm to 2.30pm
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Melbourne Writer’s Festival
This year from September 6 to 15, the boldest literary festival presents another diverse program to inspire and challenge readers and writers of our region.
Conversations with popular writers and thinkers from around the world are featured.
Sessions will be digitally streamed.
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Family History Online
Mackay Family History Society and Libraries present workshops to showcase genealogy resources plus Ancestry.com (Library Edition).
Receive an overview of online family history resources available at your local, state and national libraries.
Dudley Denny City Library
Thursday, September 2, from 5.30pm to 7pm
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Music at the Library
Ukulele and Guitar Rescue
Do you have a ukulele or guitar that doesn't stay in tune or is missing a string? No matter what the problem with your stringed buddy, bring it to the library for the Ukulele and Guitar Rescue program. For ages 18+.
Gordon White Library
Thursday, September 2, from 10.30am to 11.30am
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Ukulele Step One
New to musical instruments? This is a perfect opportunity to learn practical skills quickly and in a supportive learning environment. Ukuleles provided. For ages 12+.
Gordon White Library
Friday, September 3
1pm to 2pm Make a booking
2.30pm to 3.30pm Make a booking
Ukulele Melodies
If you are a beginner, this program is a perfect opportunity to learn basic melodies on our ukuleles. For ages 12+.
Dudley Denny City Library
Friday, September 10, from 1pm to 2pm
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Pets are part of our community too!
Has a pet recently joined your family? Are you looking at adopting a pet?
Talk to the people in the know about tips and tricks to responsibly care for your pet. Discover our amazing resources available for you and your pet through this meet and greet with council’s Local Laws team and a furry friend.
Gordon White Library
Tuesday, August 31, from 3.30pm to 4.30pm
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Music at the Library
Ukulele Playing as a Group
You have the basic skills and knowledge. Come strum our ukuleles in a group learning environment. For ages 12+.
Dudley Denny City Library
Friday, September 10, from 2.30pm to 3.30pm
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Fully Uked Ukulele Group
Ukulele players of all levels are welcome to come and play along with our monthly ukulele songs. All songs suit beginners to experts alike. If you don’t have your own ukulele, we have a few that can be loaned for each group session.
This event is for ages eight and above.
Gordon White Library
Thursday, September 2, from 5.30pm to 6.30pm
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Dudley Denny City Library
Thursday, September 9, from 5.30pm to 6.30pm
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