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1 What’s on in Randwick January and February 2018
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Teen Summer Reading Learn to Swim Intensive Mah Jong: Learn and play
Challenge Program u MONDAYS – COMMENCING 8 JANUARY
1.00 – 3.00 PM
u MONDAY 11 DECEMBER – SUNDAY 21 u MONDAY 8 JANUARY – FRIDAY 12 JANUARY LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
JANUARY MONDAY 15 JANUARY – FRIDAY 19 JANUARY
ALL LIBRARY BRANCHES MONDAY 22 JANUARY – THURSDAY 25 JANUARY Join us for a game of Mah Jong every
DES RENFORD LEISURE CENTRE, MAROUBRA Monday (excluding public holidays). This
Join our annual Teen Summer Reading
Challenge and win some cool prizes! Take advantage of this great opportunity group is suitable for all levels including
To participate, simply sign up at one for your child to become confident in beginners. Facilitator Lorraine Terrantroy
of our three library branches and start the water, and improve their swimming will be on hand to guide you as you
reading. Every book you read gets you an abilities and techniques. For more get to know this wonderful game. Free, Va
but online registration is essential via
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entry into the draw and if you’re feeling information about session times and
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really creative, write a short book review cost please contact the Swim School on www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library.
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and have an extra chance to win. For 9093 6399 or drlc@randwick.nsw.gov.au Enquiries on 9093 6400.
more information, call 9093 6400 or email
birgit.schickinger@randwick.nsw.gov.au.
Library after Dark: Tabletop Marine and Coastal Discovery
Games Program – Summer
Vacation Care
u FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH u TUESDAY 9 – FRIDAY 19 JANUARY
u WEDNESDAY 3 JANUARY – FRIDAY 5 6 – 8.30 PM SEE THE PROGRAM FOR SESSION TIMES
JANUARY MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK Youth Summer School
Be part of the action this summer
MONDAY 8 JANUARY – FRIDAY 12 JANUARY
MONDAY 15 JANUARY – FRIDAY 19 JANUARY If you are 16 or over and love playing with hands-on learning experiences at Holidays: LED String Art
MONDAY 22 JANUARY – THURSDAY 25 JANUARY games, join us as we take over the amazing locations along Randwick’s
u TUESDAY 9 JANUARY
7.30 AM – 6.00 PM Library with our awesome tabletop spectacular coastline. Learn to surf, 10.00 – 11.30 AM
DES RENFORD LEISURE CENTRE, MAROUBRA game collection, great company sea kayak and snorkel; discover MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
Our vacation care program for children and light snacks. Noobs welcome! unique marine life; explore coastal
Traditional String Art with a modern
aged 5-12 years runs every school Bookings essential online via walkways; hear about sharks and keep
twist – light up your string art creation
holidays Monday to Friday. Morning www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquires on safe at the beach. Book online via
with conductive string and LED lights.
and afternoon activities include sports, 9093 6400. www.randwick.nsw.gov.au. For more
Come and join us in this fun creative
arts, crafts, interactive performance and information phone 9093 6223 or email:
holiday workshop and take home your
incursions. The children swim and have Helen.Morrison@randwick.nsw.gov.au.
unique masterpiece. For ages 12–18.
use of the pool inflatable daily. Cost is
Cost: $5 per person. Register online via
$53 per day (inclusive of activities). For
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. For more
more information call 9093 6399 or email
information call 9093 6400.
drlc@randwick.nsw.gov.au.
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廣東話電腦與社交媒體使用免費課 u TUESDAY 16 JANUARY – FRIDAY 19 JANUARY
10.30 AM – 4.00 PM 程 10.30 – 11.00 AM
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA VARIOUS LOCATIONS
u MONDAYS 10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
The RPG marathon is back due to 15, 22, 29 JANUARY, 5 FEBRUARY
Rhymes, music and stories for young
popular demand! Total beginners and LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA children and their parents and carers
experienced players alike are invited to at selected destinations around the
this epic all day holiday event. Come and Topics covered include: region. Get your passport stamped
play popular RPG games like Dungeons • Introduction to the Internet – part 1 at each location to enter the draw
& Dragons and Savage Worlds. Open 互聯網入門 - 第1部分 for a free book. Free, no bookings
to ages 13–21. Cost: $10 for library 2018年1月15日 10點至12點 required. For more information visit
members, $15 for non-members. For www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
• Introduction to the Internet – part 2
more information, call 9093 6400. on 9093 6400.
互聯網入門 - 第2部分
Youth Summer
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u FRIDAY 12 JANUARY 2018年1月29日 10點至12點
4.00 – 4.45 PM
(26 JANUARY AUSTRALIA DAY CLOSED)
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK • Introduction to Cybersafety and
12.30 – 2.30 PM
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MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK Online Banking
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4.00 – 4.45 PM 網絡安全和網上銀行簡介
Join fellow knitters in a relaxed friendly
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA 2018年2月5日 10點至12點
atmosphere, and help create warm Te
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Come along to hear great new stories, wraps, squares and blankets which will 課程將以廣東話授課，適合55歲以上，
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Free, bookings are required. For more
to borrow our hottest new books! regular event on the second and fourth
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Friday of each month. Free, no bookings information, please phone 9093 6400.
Free but bookings are essential via
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www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries required. Contact 9093 6100 for more 免費課程, 查詢及預訂電話 9093 6400。
on 9093 6400. information.
January 7
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Christabelle Wijaya
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AND 20 MARCH
u TUESDAY 16 JANUARY, 20 FEBRUARY
4.00 – 5.30 PM,
4.00 – 4.45 PM
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA u WEDNESDAY 24 JANUARY
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
THURSDAY 25 JANUARY
9.30 AM – 11.30 AM
u MONDAY 19 FEBRUARY
Attention Minecrafters and Book Lovers DES RENFORD LEISURE CENTRE
4.00 – 4.45 PM
ROBEY ST, MAROUBRA
in Year 4–9! Read at least one book and LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA You
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bring it to the session. We will be talking Jesslyn has been painting since she was m
Come along and find out about the
about everyone’s favourite parts from three years old! After solo exhibitions,
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make cool stuff and borrow new books.
prize. Spaces are limited; register online paint. Her next workshops are at DRLC.
Free but bookings are essential via
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via www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library to secure For more information call 9093 6399 or
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
your spot before each session. Enquiries email drlc@randwick.nsw.gov.au.
on 9093 6400.
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THURSDAY 19 JANUARY
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LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
u WEDNESDAY 24 JANUARY
Interested in reading something that’s a 10.00 AM – 12.30 PM u WEDNESDAY 24 JANUARY
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA 2.00 – 3.00 PM
bit edgy as well as thought provoking?
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
Then join us at our Gothic Book Club Come and play with us! Traditional board
where we explore the romance, horror Calling all kids in school years K-6 who
games, table tennis, pop trivia, celebrity
and fantasy that are all elements of this registered for the Summer Reading
heads, Drawful – you name it, we play
fascinating genre. In this month’s session Club! Celebrate the end of the Club with
it. If you have a favourite game, bring it
we will be discussing It by Stephen King. a party and see who will win the three
along. Join us for a morning of fun and
Enquiries on 9093 6400. tablets. Dress up as a character from a
games in the library. Open to ages 12–25.
book. Free but bookings are essential via
This is a free event. For more information,
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
please call 9093 6400.
on 9093 6400.
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开心小熊猫乐园
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SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH FROM
2 COAST HOSPITAL ROAD, LITTLE BAY
13 FEBRUARY
Bring the family down for a marathon 11.30 AM – 12.00 PM
of laughs with our free comedy show in 从二月起每月的第二个星期二11点30分至12点
在MARGARET MARTIN 图书馆举行.
the build up to our Queen’s Baton Relay 2月13日
for the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Be
entertained with live music, a jumping u LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY:
castle, a variety of food trucks and be THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH FROM
prepared to take on some of Australia’s 21 FEBRUARY
11.30 AM – 12.00 PM
famous reptiles with a live show. 从二月起每月的第三个星期三11点30分至12点
在LIONEL BOWEN 图书馆举行.
2月21日
English Conversation Classes Children’s songs and rhymes in Mandarin
followed by a short film or story telling
u MONDAY TO FRIDAY AT VARIOUS TIMES Book Club for People from every month. No bookings required. All
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
TERM 1: START ON 29 JANUARY Non-English Speaking pre-schoolers and parents welcome.
ONLINE REGISTRATION: FROM 15 JANUARY Backgrounds Enquiries on 9093 6400.
English conversation classes are 每月一次中文儿童活动,期间会有儿歌, 童
u FORTNIGHTLY MEETINGS ON MONDAYS
available for those who wish to learn 谣以及中文小影片或者讲故事. 免费活动,
Waterslides at Coogee Beach conversational English with trained
DURING SCHOOL TERM
无需预定.欢迎所有学前儿童参加. 谘询电
29 JANUARY, 12, 26 FEBRUARY
tutors. Beginners to intermediate levels of MONDAY 1.30 – 3.30 PM 话：9093 6400.
u FRIDAY 26 JANUARY
fluency are provided for. Cost: $13.05 per LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
10.00 AM – 2.00 PM L ittle
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GOLDSTEIN RESERVE term. There are no classes during school This book club aims to encourage people
ARDEN STREET, COOGEE holidays. Bookings essential online via from non-English speaking backgrounds
Splash and slide your way into Australia www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on to actively involve themselves in
Day on the free waterslides. Bring the 9093 6400. discussions and to share their thoughts
family and come and enjoy a number of about books under review. Book titles
waterslides and inflatable amusements. selected for this club are abridged
Alcohol-free zones apply at beaches and versions of English fiction titles written by
reserves. popular authors. Enquiries on 9093 6400.
February 11
Babies Love Books in Spanish Ladushki, Ladushki Babies Love Books in French Babies Love Books
Los Bebés Aman Los Libros Russian Storytime Les Bébés Aiment Les Livres u LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
MONDAY 11.15 – 11.45 AM (AGES 0-11 MONTHS)
u SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH u FOURTH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH u FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH DURING THURSDAY 10.30 – 11.00 AM (AGES 12-23 MONTHS)
11.30 AM – 12.00 PM DURING SCHOOL TERMS SCHOOL TERMS
14 FEBRUARY 22 FEBRUARY 7 FEBRUARY u MALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLE
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA 10.45 – 11.15 AM 11.30 PM – 12.00 PM WEDNESDAY 11.15 – 11.45 AM (AGES 0-23 MONTHS)
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
Rhymes, songs, stories and music in
Rhymes, songs, stories and music for Babies Love Books in French is a monthly u MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
Spanish for children aged 0–24 months. FRIDAY 10.00 – 10.30 AM (AGES 0-11 MONTHS)
All welcome. Bookings are not required. 0-5 year olds presented in Russian. Free, program for children 0-5 years. Children FRIDAY 10.45 – 11.15 AM (AGES 12-23 MONTHS)
Enquiries on 9093 6400. bookings are not required. For more can enjoy music, rhymes and stories every FRIDAY 11.30 – 12.00 PM (AGES 12-23 MONTHS)
information please call 9093 6400. month of the year, except during school
Los bebés aman los libros, 0-24 meses. holidays and public holidays. Rhymes, songs, stories and music every
Rimas, canciones, cuentos y música en стишки, песенки, сказки и музыка для week of the year except during school
детей от 0 до 5 лет представлены на Les enfants peuvent profiter de la
español. El segundo martes de cada holidays. To ensure the enjoyment
русском языке. musique, des rimes et des histoires
mes de 10.15 am a 10.45 am excepto of all participants, places are strictly
chaque mois de l’année, sauf pendant les
durante las vacaciones escolares. Están limited. Free, but bookings are essential
vacances scolaires et les jours fériés. No
invitados. No es necesario reservar lugar. online via www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library.
booking required. All children aged 0-5
Para más información, llamar a Claudia o Korean Mama’s Storytelling Enquiries on 9093 6400.
years are welcome. Enquiries on 9093 6400.
Magnolia al telefóno 9093 6400.
u FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
6 FEBRUARY
Bop 2 Books
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11.30 AM – 12.30 PM
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
Kids’ Club
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Join presenters from the Korean Cultural u MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK TUESDAYS 10.00 – 10.30 AM
TUESDAYS 10.45 – 11.15 AM (AGES 3-5 YEARS)
Centre for an unforgettable cultural u MALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLE
experience. Learn songs and dances u LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA WEDNESDAYS 10.30 – 11.00 AM
from Korean folktales and enjoy a variety WEDNESDAYS 10.15 – 10.45 AM (AGES 3-5 YEARS) u LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
of creative crafts. This Korean story THURSDAYS 11.30 AM – 12.00 PM
telling class is conducted in English and u MALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLE
THURSDAYS 10.30 – 11.00 AM (AGES 3-5 YEARS) A weekly session of rhymes, music and
aims to encourage children from 3-8
years to experience another culture. Free, stories especially for two year olds.
Stories, craft and film for young children
bookings are not required. Enquiries on These sessions are not held during the
and their parents or carers. To ensure
9093 6400. school holidays. Spaces are limited.
the enjoyment of all participants, places
Free, bookings are essential online:
are strictly limited. These sessions are
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
not held during the school holidays.
on 9093 6400.
Free, but bookings are required via
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/libary.
February 13
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u EVERY SATURDAY u TWO SESSIONS EVERY TUESDAY u ROBEY ST, MAROUBRA
10.30 – 11.00 AM 10.30 AM – 12.30 PM OR 1.00 – 3.30 PM
MALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLE LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA • No joining fees
Join us for a morning of stories and fun Unleash your creative potential in one • No lock-in contracts
at Malabar Community Library. This is a of our Tuesday art workshops, under • Cancel anytime
session suitable for babies and toddlers the talented guidance of Lily Oen. The
from birth to five years. This session is classes focus on developing painting Come in and enjoy our facilities
not available during the school holidays and drawing skills. The second session is encompassing a gym with cardio,
or on public holidays. Free, bookings are longer as it may contain a craft element. resistance, group fitness, functional
not required. Enquiries on 9093 6120. Cost: $3 per session. Enquiries on training and spin areas; a purpose
9093 4600. built crèche with quiet room and own
Bushcare Volun amenities. Crèche is only $3.80/2 hours
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per child! Go to the gym, swim, group Writing for Pleasure: Exploring
Bushcare Volunteers fit class or just have a coffee! For more Your Writing Skills
information about classes and session
u VARIOUS DAYS AND LOCATIONS times please call 9093 6300, email u THURSDAYS 1 FEBRUARY, 15 FEBRUARY,
WITHIN THE RANDWICK CITY COUNCIL AREA drlc@randwick.nsw.gov.au or www.drlc.com.au. 1 MARCH, 15 MARCH
1.30 – 3.30 PM
Join Randwick City Council in LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
rehabilitating our natural environment,
removing weeds, planting local native The Next Chapter Art Group Facilitator Helene Grover brings fun
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calendar at: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au. MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
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Painters Marie Dalliston and Gillian
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shoes and a hat. On the job training
Hughes will talk on the topic ‘Tarkine in bookings are essential online via
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provided. To participate contact Council’s
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries:
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Motion: an Art-Venture, Savage River
Bushcare Officer on 9093 6708 or email
National Park, NW Tasmania’. The Next 9093 6400. The same program is offered
bushcare@randwick.nsw.gov.au.
Chapter Art Group meets on the first at Margaret Martin Library on different
Thursday of each month over tea and dates.
coffee to share a common interest in art
and the creative process. Free, bookings
are not required. For more information
call 9093 6101.
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Tech Savvy Seniors in Italian: Tai Chi: A regular class for all Author Talk: Joe Williams –
Lezioni di computer di base skill levels Defying the Enemy Within
per anziani di lingua italiana u EVERY TUESDAY u TUESDAY 6 FEBRUARY
6 FEBRUARY – 10 APRIL 6.30 – 7.30 PM
u FRIDAYS 1.30PM - 3.30PM 9.30 –10.15 AM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
2, 9, 16, 23 FEBRUARY LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
VENERDI 1.30PM – 3.30PM Join former NRL player, world boxing title
2, 9, 16, 23 FEBBRAIO Queen’s Baton Tai Chi aids in good posture, holder and proud Wiradjuri First Nations
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA Relay coordination, meditation and relaxation. man Joe Williams as he discusses his
Topics covered include: Join Tai Chi instructor Larry Friedberg recently published book Defying the
u SUNDAY 4 FEBRUARY as he takes you thought the moves.
• Introduction to the Internet – part 1 Enemy Within – a powerful testament
2.00 – 6.00 PM
Introduzione a Internet - parte 1 No experience necessary. Free, but revealing his struggle with mental health
LA PEROUSE HEADLAND
bookings are required online via issues and the destructive impact of
• Introduction to the Internet – part 2 As part of The Gold Coast 2018 www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries drugs and alcohol on his life, resulting in
Introduzione a Internet - parte 2 Commonwealth Games, La Perouse has on 9093 6400. a suicide attempt in 2012. Determined to
• Introduction to Email been selected as a significant location in rebuild his life, Joe took up professional
Introduzione a e-mail Sydney to showcase the Queen’s Baton boxing and got clean. In sharing his
• Introduction to Social Media
Relay Program. La Perouse will host a Writing for Pleasure: Exploring experiences, he also shares his wellness
free community celebration including a
Introduzione a social media Your Writing Skills plan for recovery – the ordinary steps that
live concert and activities for the entire helped him achieve the extraordinary.
Participants must be at the age of 55 or family. u TUESDAYS 6 FEBRUARY, 20 FEBRUARY Free, but bookings are required via
over. Free, bookings are required. For 6 MARCH, 20 MARCH www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
more information, please phone 9093 6400. 1.30 – 3.30 PM
on 9093 6400.
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
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Join us for a game of Mah Jong every to attend all four sessions. Free, but
Monday (excluding public holidays). This bookings are essential online via
group is suitable for all levels including www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on
beginners. Facilitator Lorraine Terrantroy 9093 6400. The same program is offered at
will be on hand to guide you as you Lionel Bowen Library on different dates.
get to know this wonderful game. Free,
but online registration is essential via
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
on 9093 6400.
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Beginners 1 u WEDNESDAY 7 FEBRUARY
Started with Computers
3.45 – 5.15 PM
u WEDNESDAY 7 FEBRUARY u THURSDAY 9 FEBRUARY
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
10.30 AM – 12.30 PM 10.30 AM – 12.30 PM
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA Discover the newest, coolest board LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
Learn the basics of navigating around games in this monthly club. We have a Getting Started with Computers
your iPad in this small class of six huge selection of great board games introduces beginners to computer
students. This hands-on workshop is in the library and will get to play and basics including the use of a mouse
for iPad owners only; you must bring explore different ones every first and important keys on the computer
your own iPad to the session along with Wednesday of the month. Think Catan, keyboard. Cost: $3. Bookings and pre-
your Apple ID and password. Cost: $3. Carcassonne and Dominion. Play payment are essential in person at any
Zombie Dice and Chicken Caesar. Free,
Bookings and pre-payment essential Randwick City Library Branch. Enquiries Chinese Good Luck Mobile
in person at any Randwick City Library but bookings are required online via on 9093 6400. Please note, we are unable
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries Making Workshop
Branch. Enquiries on 9093 6400. Please to offer refunds or transfers for the class
note, we are unable to offer refunds on 9093 6400. fee if you are unable to attend. 吉祥吊飾 手工作坊
or transfers for the class fee if you are
u FRIDAY 9 FEBRUARY 2018
unable to attend. 2.00 - 4.00 PM
Adult Chess Club: An informal The Knit-in Group LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY
chess club for all skill levels 2月9日 星期五
Library Bridge Club u FRIDAY 9 AND 23 FEBRUARY 下午2點至4點
u THURSDAYS – COMMENCING 8 FEBRUARY 12.30 – 2.30 PM LIONEL BOWEN 圖書館一樓
1.30 – 3.00 PM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
u WEDNESDAYS – COMMENCING 7 FEBRUARY Join this Chinese paper craft workshop
1.30 – 3.30 PM LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
Join fellow knitters in a relaxed friendly and make a good luck mobile for the Year
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
Join us for a weekly game of chess in atmosphere, and help create warm of the Dog. The session will be delivered
A weekly bridge club for those who a relaxed and friendly environment. It is wraps, squares and blankets which will in both English and Mandarin.
want to play bridge in an informal necessary to know basic chess moves benefit less privileged communities in
新年將至，人人祈求来年好運。歡迎來參加本
relaxed environment. You must have in order to participate in this club. both Australia and abroad. This is a
手工作坊，亲手做個幸運吉祥吊飾装饰厅堂，
a basic knowledge of bridge in order Free. Bookings are required online via regular event on the second and fourth
寓意新的一年 “瑞气盈门，有求必应，心想
to join. Free, but online registration is www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on Friday of each month. Free, no bookings
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information call on 9093 6400.
免費活動, 需提前到指定網頁預定
www.randwick.gov.au/library. 查詢電話
9093 6400.
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7.00 – 8.45 PM 寫揮春(春聯)賀新年 10.30 AM – 12.30 PM
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Join the Cape Banks Family History 12.30 – 3.30 PM
In this session you will learn about the
group with guest speaker Sue Martin LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY apps that come with the iPad as well as
who will discuss her new book, how to download new applications. You
Remembering Ben Chifley. This book
Tech Savvy Seniors in 2月13日 星期二
12點30分至3點30分 must bring your own iPad to the session.
traces Ben Chifley’s life from his humble Mandarin LIONEL BOWEN 圖書館一樓 This is the second part of a two session
beginnings on his grandfather’s farm to 普通话电脑与社交媒体使用免费课程 program. Cost: $3. Bookings and pre-
Join this event for the appreciation of
his rise as prime minister. By compiling payment are essential in person at any
the art of Chinese brush stroke and
stories from his family and friends, Martin u MONDAYS 10.00 AM – 12.00 PM Randwick City Library Branch. Enquiries
watercolour painting, presented by master
is able to give a unique insight into one 12, 19, 26 FEBRUARY, 5 MARCH on 9093 6400. Please note, we are unable
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA artists from the Australian Chinese Artists’
of Australia’s best loved prime ministers. to offer refunds or transfers for the class
Society. You will have the chance to
This is a free event, for bookings and Topics covered include: fee if you are unable to attend.
take away an art work (limited to one per
more information call 9093 6400.
• Introduction to the Internet – part 1 person) in celebration of the Year of the
互联网简介 - 第1部分 Dog. Free, bookings are not required. For
2018年2月12日 10点-12点 more information please call on 9093 6400. TECHconnect Basics:
RPG in the library • Introduction to the Internet – part 2 Lionel Bowen 圖書館將於農厲新年舉辦 Introduction to the internet
互联网简介 - 第2部分 “寫揮春(春聯)賀新年”活動。誠意邀請
u SATURDAY 10 FEBRUARY
2018年2月19日 10点-12点 大家前來觀賞。屆時，您可以獲贈免費揮 u THURSDAY 15 FEBRUARY
12.00 PM – 3.30 PM
• Introduction to Social Media 10.30 AM – 12.30 PM
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK 春 (春聯)或者水彩畫 (每人限一幅作品)
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
社交媒体简介 。免費活動, 無需預訂諮詢電話9093 6400.
The monthly RPG is back in the library 2018年2月26日 10点-12点 This session introduces beginners to the
Only simple artworks are available at the
– due to popular demand. Come and internet and how to find your way around
• Introduction to Cybersafety and demonstration. For any special requests,
join other like-minded players for a websites. You must have completed the
Online Banking please contact individual artists after the
monthly session of your favourite Getting Started with Computers sessions
网络安全和网上银行简介 event.
RPGs. Beginners and experienced atercolour Pain W ti n g
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www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries information, please phone 9093 6400. unable to offer refunds or transfers for
on 9093 6400 the class fee if you are unable to attend.
免费课程。 须提前报名。谘询或报名请致
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SATURDAY, 17 FEBRUARY u WEDNESDAY 21 FEBRUARY
9.30 AM – 12.00 PM 10.30 AM – 12.30 PM
u MANDARIN AND CANTONESE
MALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLE LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH FROM
Grab a bargain at our summer toy This is an introduction class only. 21 FEBRUARY
sale, Choose from games, puzzles, Learn how to set up a Facebook page, 1.30 – 4.00 PM
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
Teen Book Club construction and pretend toys. Prices invite friends, search for friends, post 國語和廣東話
start from $1. For more information, a comment, write a message and 每月的第三個星期三下午1點30分至4點
u THURSDAY 15 FEBRUARY please contact on 9063 6400 or email download a photo. Cost: $3. Bookings 2月21日
4.00 – 5.30 PM contactus@randwick.nsw.gov.au. and pre-payment essential in person LIONEL BOWEN 圖書館三樓
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK at any Randwick City Library Branch. This monthly tutoring session is for
The Teen Book Club is back! Join other Enquiries on 9093 6400. Please note, we seniors of Chinese speaking background
book lovers in a casual discussion of titles, Randwick and District are unable to offer refunds or transfers for who want to improve their basic
genres and film adaptations. This month the class fee if you are unable to attend.
Historical Society Monthly computer skills. Free, bookings are
kicks off the year with an exploration of essential: 9093 6400.
your favourite summer reads. The Teen Lecture: Dr Paul Irish Author T E C H c o n n e ct C
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Book Club is for library members who are Talk – Hidden In Plain View se 本圖書館每月一次為長者舉辦電腦基礎技
能輔導班，適合已經掌握電腦基本知識, 但
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Free, but registration is required for u SATURDAY 17 FEBRUARY 需要提高使用電腦技巧的長者。輔導內容
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1.00 – 2.30 PM 包括電腦，智能手機以及平板電腦,如iPad,
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the year. Please call 9093 6400 for more
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA tablet等. 注: 本活動只提供基礎電腦知識
information and to sign up.
Join Dr Paul Irish as he discusses his 輔導。凡涉及個人私隱, 例如, 網上購物,
new book, Hidden in Plain View. Paul 轉賬等, 請恕我們不能提供輔導. 免費活
TE C Hc 動，須提前報名9093 6400。
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THURSDAY 16 FEBRUARY a strong bond with the coast and its
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6.30 – 7.30 PM resources and tried to live on their own
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA terms during the 19th century. This is
Interested in reading something that’s a bit the monthly lecture of the Randwick and
edgy as well as thought provoking? Then District Historical Society in partnership
join us at our Gothic Book Club where we with Randwick City Library. Free event,
explore the romance, horror and fantasy gold coin donation for those attending
that are all elements of this fascinating afternoon tea. Bookings essential phone
genre. In this month’s session we will be 9093 6400.
discussing My Cousin Rachel by Daphne
Du Maurier. Enquiries on 9093 6400.February 23
Author Talk: Fiona Sussman - TECHconnect basics: Talking Tech: Designing for 3D Ancestry.com Training for
The Last Time We Spoke Introduction to Keyboard Printing Beginners
u WEDNESDAY 21 FEBRUARY u THURSDAY 22 FEBRUARY u TUESDAY 27 FEBRUARY u FRIDAY 2 MARCH
6.30 – 7.30 PM 10.30 AM – 12.30 PM 7.00 – 8.00 PM 10.00 AM – 1.00 PM
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Join award-winning New Zealand based This session introduces beginners to the Do you already know the basics of Do you want to delve into your family’s
author Fiona Sussman as she discusses computer keyboard. Learn the necessary 3D printing and are ready to start history, but don’t know where to start? Join
her novel The Last Time We Spoke, keys for basic typing. Discover how to ‘making’? Join us to discover how the Local Studies Librarian and members
an unflinching and moving account insert and delete letters and much more. you can use free computer software of the Cape Banks Family History Society
of how a mother tries to reconcile her This session is not suitable for students and existing projects available on the for a free introductory course that will
son’s murder with help from his young who only have a tablet or smart phone. internet to start designing at home help you navigate the popular genealogy
murderer. The book explores issues of Cost: $3. Bookings and pre-payment using your own computer or laptop. database Ancestry.com. Please bring
race, the lingering legacies of British essential in person at any Randwick City Free, but bookings are essential online: any family documents or certificates in
colonialism and the negative effect of Library Branch. Enquiries on 9093 6400. www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries your possession to help you get started.
being alienated from one’s culture. It Please note, we are unable to offer on 9093 6400. Bookings are essential, please call
also seeks to challenge stereotypes, refunds or transfers for the class fee if 9093 6400. Places are limited.
navigating the parameters of loss and you are unable to attend.
our ability to transcend circumstance. TECHconnect: Introduction to
Free, but bookings are required via
iPhones Acknowledgements
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on 9093 6400. Page 12: Photograph - Early morning
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10.30 AM – 12.30 PM reflections on Pieman River, Tarkine
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Come along and join our monthly connecting to the internet. Cost: $3. the Enemy Within by Joe Williams,
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singing group. We will be singing the Bookings and pre-payment essential HarperCollins, 2018.
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songs you love and a few new ones in person at any Randwick City Library
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to love as well. The session is held on Branch. Enquiries on 9093 6400. Please
Remembering Ben Chifley by Sue Martin,
the last Friday of every month. Free, note, we are unable to offer refunds
Inspiring Publishers, 2015.
but online bookings are required via or transfers for the class fee if you are
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries unable to attend.
on 9093 6400.Lionel Bowen Library and Community Centre Malabar Community Library 669 - 673 Anzac Parade 1203 Anzac Parade MAROUBRA NSW 2035 MATRAVILLE NSW 2035 9093 6400 9093 6121 Margaret Martin Library Randwick Town Hall Level 1 Royal Randwick Shopping Centre Corner Frances and Avoca Streets Belmore Road RANDWICK NSW 2031 RANDWICK 2031 9093 6100 1300 722 542 Randwick Community Nursery Des Renford Leisure Centre 2B Barker Street Robey Street KINGSFORD 2032 MAROUBRA 2035 9093 6250 9093 6300 www.randwick.nsw.gov.au All locations listed on this page are wheelchair accessible.
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