Studiosity
Study help anytime, anywhere.
What if every student on earth had access to the right person, at the right time? What if the right person was always there?
Studiosity is ready and waiting to help students. Providing students with on-demand help from a range of subjects, with academic literacy skills and core subject support.
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Breathing and Meditation
Explore calmness and mindfulness
Does your mind feel overworked, overstimulated and technology-reliant? Are you finding it increasingly difficult to retain information, recall short-term memories and concentrate on what's in front of you?
By quietening the mind and using focused breathing, you will learn techniques that can help you become present in the moment and find clarity. Bring own towel or cushion to sit on during this tranquil session.
Dudley Denny City Library
Friday, April 22, from 11am to noon
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Connecting Socially
Are you new to the area or wanting to meet others?
Join us for a coffee and a chat while meeting others in a fun and friendly environment. It is an opportunity to find out more about what is occurring in the region, learn about your library’s amazing services, programs and resources. No bookings are required for this event.
Dudley Denny City Library
Wednesday, April 20, from 9am to 10am
This event supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
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Be Connected One-to-One Sessions
Helping our community to thrive in a digital world.
Attend 30-minute private sessions to improve confidence, skills and knowledge to navigate the digital world.
Dudley Denny City Library
Wednesday, April 20
10am to 10.30am - Make a booking
11am to 11.30am - Make a booking
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Creative Studio Inductions
The creative studio is now open and available for bookings.
If you need a high-end sound recording and editing facility with quality recording and editing equipment, the creative studio at Gordon White Library may just be what you’re looking for.
Find out more at www.mackay.qld.gov.au/creativestudio
Before using the creative studio for the first time, users must complete an induction. Book into any of the creative studio induction sessions below.
Gordon White Library
Thursday, April 21
Session One, from 5pm to 5.45pm
Make a booking
Session Two, from 6pm to 6.45pm
Make a booking
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Made by You!
Teacup Bird Feeders
Upcycle your old teacups into something useful.
Make your own teacup bird feeder at this workshop using an old teacup and saucer.
Upcycle your old teacups into something useful. Make your own teacup bird feeder using an old teacup.
Walkerston Library
Friday, April 22, from 9.30am to 10.30am
Make a booking
Bee Houses
Build your own bee house using a combination of new and recycled materials.
Attract bees to your garden by making a home specifically for solitary bees.
Build your own bee house using a combination of new and recycled materials.
This event is for adults aged 18 years and above.
Walkerston Library
Friday, April 22, from 11am to 12pm
Make a booking
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School Assignment Help For Parents!
We can show you how to assist your student to research online more effectively.
Let us show you tips and tricks so your teen can save time and gain better results.
Gordon White Library
Thursday, April 21, from 5.30pm to 6.30pm
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Anime Manga Club
Come on out anime and manga fans!
A place to share your favourite story ideas, drawings and all things Japanese.
This program is for young adults aged 12 to 18 years.
Gordon White Library
Thursday, April 21, from 5.30pm to 7pm
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Book club
Are you interested in joining a book club?
Come along to one of our monthly book clubs and connect with people who have similar reading interests.
One More Page Book Club
Sarina Library
Tuesday, April 19, from 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Make a booking
Valley Page Turners Book Club
Mirani Library
Wednesday, April 20, from 6pm to 7pm
Make a booking
West End Readers Book Club
Walkerston Library
Thursday, April 21, from 5pm to 6pm
Make a booking
Between the Lines Book Club
Gordon White Library
Thursday, April 28, from 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Make a booking
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New – Ben’s Book Club
Ben’s Book Club is a digital book club hosted by best-selling author Ben Hobson.
We are pleased to announce that library members can borrow each of Ben’s Book Club selections with no waiting or holds through the Libby app.
Register today to join this new exciting book club that you can participate in from the privacy of your own home. We'll be discussing The Mother by Jane Caro online on Tuesday, April 26, from 7pm.
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Music at the Library
Shredded Fingers Guitar Group
A monthly get-together for guitar players of all levels, aged 12 and above. Come along for playthroughs, gear try-outs and to share playing techniques. There’s something different every month and all musical tastes are welcome. We even provide guitars if you are just starting your musical journey.
Gordon White Library
Thursday, April 21, from 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Make a booking
Bass Guitar 2gether
Play bass guitar with other music enthusiasts. Easy songs, well suited for beginners.
This event is for ages 15 and above. Please allow one hour for your bass session.
Dudley Denny City Library
Friday, April 22, from 3.40pm to 4.40pm
Make a booking
Bass Guitar for Everyone
Have you ever wanted to be part of a band? This a unique program for those who find learning a musical instrument difficult. Come and learn how to play the U-Bass. A super quick and easy way to play along with others. Nothing beats a shared music creation experience in a group setting.
Dudley Denny City Library
Friday, April 22, from 2pm to 3pm
Make a booking
Guitar Riff Raff
Riffs and licks, techniques for some basic solos. Dialling in different tones to your guitar and amplifier. This event is for ages 12 and above. Please allow one hour for your guitar session.
Gordon White Library
Thursday, April 21, from 3.40pm to 4.40pm
Make a booking
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STEAM Club
Explore the fascinating world of science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics.
We will be using the engineering focus to create challenging towers with Bamboo Construction Blocks. Specifically designed for children aged eight to 12 years.
This term it is all about engineering.
Bamboo Construction
Gordon White Library
Wednesday, April 20, from 3.30pm to 4.30pm
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Is English your second language?
Do you want to practise your English-speaking skills?
Whether you are just starting out or are advanced in your skills, our program will assist in your language development in a relaxed and supportive environment.
Dudley Denny City Library
Thursday, April 21, from 1pm to 2pm
Make a booking
Road to IELTS
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is a self-study course to help prepare for the IELTS exam.
Practice listening tasks under timed conditions, view videos of speaking tests, develop techniques and vocabulary for writing tasks; and work on text for the reading test, simulating the real exam.
Access here free with your library membership.
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