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1 What’s on in Randwick July and August 2018
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Lionel Bowen Young Writers’ Book Club for People from TECHconnect : Introduction to
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Backgrounds u THURSDAY 5 JULY
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Don’t miss out. Budding young writers, u FORTNIGHTLY MEETINGS ON MONDAYS LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
get your creative minds working and DURING SCHOOL TERM
2, 23 JULY, 6, 20 AUGUST This session introduces beginners to
be in the running to win some fantastic MONDAY 1.30 – 3.30 PM
prizes, including prepaid gift cards, how email works, opening, reading and
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
vouchers and books supplied by replying to emails and more. You must
Juvenilia Press. Award winners will have This book club aims to encourage people have completed Getting Started or
the added thrill of seeing their work in from non-English speaking backgrounds equivalent skill level. Bring your email
print. To be eligible to enter, you must to actively involve themselves in address and password if possible. Cost:
be currently enrolled in school in years discussions and to share their thoughts $3.00. Bookings and pre-payment
3 to 12 or equivalent. Works can be about books under review. Book titles essential in person at any Randwick
submitted in the form of a short story selected for this club are abridged City Library Branch. Enquiries on 9093
or a poem. Special age divisions apply. versions of English fiction titles written by 6400. Please note, we are unable to offer Randwick Community Race
See full details on our Library website: popular authors. Enquiries on 9093 6400. refunds or transfers for the class fee if Day
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Entry forms you are unable to attend.
u SATURDAY 7 JULY
can be downloaded, or pick one up
11.00 AM - 5.30 PM
at any Randwick City Library branch. Teen Board Game Club ROYAL RANDWICK RACECOURSE
Enquiries on 9093 6400. Next Chapter Art Group ALISON ROAD, RANDWICK
u WEDNESDAY 4 JULY AND 1 AUGUST
3.45 – 5.15 PM u THURSDAY 5 JULY Randwick City Council has partnered
en Young Writers’
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a MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK 10.30 AM - 12.00 PM again with the Australian Turf Club to
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MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK host the Randwick Community Race
Discover the newest, coolest board
games in this monthly club. We have a Psychologist and hypnotherapist Day at Royal Randwick Racecourse.
huge selection of great board games in Jane Bayutti will talk on the creative Tickets are required for entry. Free for
the library and will get to play and explore approaches to therapeutic imagination. residents – redeem your ticket online
different ones every first Wednesday of The Next Chapter Art Group meets on at www.theATC.COM.au/RCC2018 using the
the month. Think Zombicide and Dixit. the first Thursday of each month over tea code RCC2018. Limited to two tickets
Play Good Cop, Bad Cop and Chicken and coffee to share a common interest per resident and only to Randwick
Caesar. Free, but bookings are essential in art and the creative process. Free, City ratepayers and residents. Persons
via www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. bookings are not required. Enquiries on under the age of 18 enter free when
9093 6100. accompanied by a parent or guardian.
We look forward to seeing you at this
fantastic community day out.
July 5
Twilight Tour: The Spirits Of English Conversation Classes Infant and Prenatal Massage The Knit-in Group
Prince Henry u MONDAY TO FRIDAY AT VARIOUS TIMES u THURSDAY 12 JULY u FRIDAY 13 AND 27 JULY
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA 11.00 AM– 12.00 PM 12.30 – 2.30 PM
u SATURDAY 7 JULY TERM 3 ONLINE ENROLMENT STARTS FROM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
6.30 – 10.00 PM 9 JULY
PRINCE HENRY NURSING AND MEDICAL Learn about the numerous benefits of Join fellow knitters in a relaxed, friendly
MUSEUM English conversation classes are infant massage, its basic techniques, and atmosphere, and help create warm
2 BRODIE AVENUE, LITTLE BAY available for those who wish to learn how it can foster an optimum relationship wraps, squares and blankets which will
Explore the paranormal history of the conversational English with trained with your baby, including the emotional, benefit less privileged communities in
former Prince Henry Hospital. Find out tutors. Beginners to intermediate levels of mental and physical benefits of this both Australia and abroad. This is a
about ‘Gracie’s Ghost’. Sister Grace fluency are provided for. Cost: $13.05 per therapy. In addition, information will be regular event on the second and fourth
Andrews is a well-known mischievous term. There are no classes during school offered about the benefits of prenatal Friday of each month. Free, no bookings
resident spirit at Prince Henry. Learn holidays. Bookings essential online via massage, a non-invasive therapy which required. Enquiries on 9093 6100.
ghost hunting techniques with Oz www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries aids in the alleviation of stress and
Para Tech, take part in a paranormal on 9093 6400. pain, enhancing circulation, relaxation
investigation. Entry is a $15 donation and general wellbeing in pregnancy. Bastille Day
to the museum. Bookings are ur: The Spirits of Pri
Presented by Angie Kosthornitis, a
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required on 9093 6972 or by emailing Tw
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registered nurse and a government u SATURDAY 14 JULY
frida.kitas@randwick.nsw.gov.au. accredited infant massage educator, 9.30 AM – 2.00 PM
and Rebecca Kosthornitis, a remedial LA PEROUSE MUSEUM & GROUNDS
massage therapist and nutritionist with Randwick City Council invites you to
Youth Winter School Holidays: a specialised training in pregnancy come and celebrate Bastille Day, the
massage. Free, bookings are required via French National Day, in the beautiful
Escape Room www. randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries grounds of the La Perouse Museum.
u MONDAY 9 JULY
on 9093 6100. The program includes historical re-
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The Escape Room is back with new
and harder clues! Will you find your way In with an historical re-enactment and
out in time? Escape the ‘room’ in 60 ceremony at the La Perouse Monument,
followed by musical entertainment and
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minutes! Use your wits and clues to solve
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mindboggling problems in this gripping activities from 11am, featuring Chris
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game against the clock. A fun, group Cody and Band. For more information,
activity for young people. Open to ages please contact the Events Team
13-21. Free, but bookings essential via at events@randwick.nsw.gov.au or call
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1300 722 542.
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July 7
Youth Winter School Holidays: TECHconnect Classes in Author Talk: Eleanor Limprecht Writing for Pleasure: Writing a
Manga Drawing Workshop Chinese 電腦基礎技能輔導班 – The Passengers Biography
u TUESDAY 17 JULY u THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH FROM u WEDNESDAY 18 JULY u THURSDAYS 19 JULY, 2 AUGUST, 16
10.30 AM – 12.00 PM FEBRUARY 4.00 – 5.30 PM AUGUST, 30 AUGUST
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA 18 JULY, 15 AUGUST LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA 1.30 – 3.30 PM
1.30 - 4.00 PM LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
Come along to a fun, interactive step- LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA Join acclaimed local author Eleanor
by-step Manga drawing workshop 國語和廣東話 Limprecht as she discusses her latest Join our writing group for this four
with illustrator Matthew Lin. Learn how 每月的第三個星期三下午1點30分至4點 novel, The Passengers, a moving story week program looking at writing both
to draw monsters and people in chibi 7月18日, 8月15日 spanning two continents and two biographies and autobiographies. No
LIONEL BOWEN 圖書館三樓 experience needed. Be inspired by
style and more. Workshop is suitable generations of women in a journey
for beginners and confident artists, This monthly tutoring session is for of healing and reconciliation. Sarah our facilitator, author Helene Grover.
with the aim of improving their skills. seniors of Chinese speaking background is returning to Sydney, a place she Free. Bookings are essential online:
Open to ages 12-23. $5 for library who want to improve their basic hasn’t seen since travelling to the US www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries:
members. Bookings essential via computer skills. Free, bookings are as a war bride at the end of WW II. Her 9093 6400. The same program is offered
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries essential: 9093 6400. granddaughter Hannah who is travelling at Margaret Martin Library on different
on 9093 6100. with her, learns over the course of the dates.
本圖書館每月一次為長者舉辦電腦基礎技
voyage the transformative impact of
能輔導班，適合已經掌握電腦基本知識,
You her grandmother’s life choices and the
th 但需要提高使用電腦技巧的長者。輔導內
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Sc 容包括電腦，智能手機以及平板電腦,如
sacrifices she made in the process. Gothic Book Club
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l www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
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4.00 – 5.30 PM
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on 9093 6400.
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Join us at our monthly Gothic Book Club
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July 9
Pauline McLeod Primary Cook’s arrival, and continuing to the George Doukas and the ‘D’ Verbal Combat: Suitable for 12
present day. The Museum will host this
School Art Competition 2018: exhibition for two weeks as part of its
Strings to 16 years
Our Living Cultures touring schedule. For more information,
u FRIDAY 20 JULY u SATURDAY 21 JULY
please contact the Museum Team on 7.00 – 8.00 PM 1.00 – 2.00 PM
u 20 JULY TO 2 AUGUST 9093 6190 (Wednesdays to Sundays). RANDWICK TOWN HALL RANDWICK LITERARY INSTITUTE
WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS 10.00 AM – 2.00 TICKETS $20 AND FAMILY GROUPS $60 60 CLOVELLY ROAD, RANDWICK
PM (CONDITIONS APPLY – SEE WEBSITE)
WEEKENDS 10.00 AM – 4.00 PM
COMMUNITY GALLERIES, LA PEROUSE Youth Winter School Holidays: A memorable evening of Greek A unique cyber safety performance
MUSEUM. music with the velvet sound of the delivered by two talented young actors.
THE CABLE STATION, ANZAC PARADE, LA RPG Marathon
PEROUSE MUSEUM
string quartet. From contemporary What drives cyber bullies? Where can
u FRIDAY 20 JULY to Rembetiko all arranged by George you go if you are being cyber bullied?
Randwick Council is delighted to host 10.30 AM – 4.00 PM Doukas and played with great dedication This cleverly crafted narrative allows
the annual Pauline McLeod Primary LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA by the marvellous ‘D’ Strings. Book early us to examine these questions and
School Art Competition at La Perouse as this is sure to sell out. Doors open at our own behaviour. All ticketes $6
The RPG Marathon is back! Total
Museum, from 20 July to 2nd August. 6pm, refreshments available. Book at (adults at children’s prices). Book at
beginners and experienced players
A National Reconciliation Week www.twilightconcerts.eventbrite.com. www.twilightconcerts.eventbrite.com.
alike are invited to this epic all day
competition, this exhibition features
holiday event with snacks and lunch
inspiring and thoughtful art from a
provided. Come and play popular RPG
wide range of Sydney primary schools,
games like D&D, Savage Worlds and Being Brave: Suitable for 5 to
exploring the theme of “Our Living
Cultures”. Pauline Elizabeth McLeod
Eclipse Phase. Open to ages 13-21. 12 years
Cost: $10 for library members, $15 for
was a proud Yatemetung-Ngarrindjeri
non-members. Bookings essential via u SATURDAY 21 JULY
woman and member of the Stolen 10A.00 – 11.00 AM
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
Generations. Through her incredible RANDWICK LITERARY INSTITUTE
on 9093 6400.
work as a cultural educator, Pauline olida ys: R P G M 60 CLOVELLY ROAD, RANDWICK
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Live theatre for the whole family. This
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Indigenous Australians towards better is a fun way to address resilience and
understanding, acceptance and healing. emotional wellbeing. Being Brave
This competition honours her legacy
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uses song, dance and drama to give
and is a significant Aboriginal and Torres
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children strategies to deal with their
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emotions through good communication,
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work towards Reconciliation. La Perouse
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persistence and positive self-talk. All
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Museum at La Perouse Headland is ticets $6 (adults at children’s prices).
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that has an ongoing connection with this
region for many generations – predating
July 11
Weight Loss Won! Randwick and District Know your child (2 – 4 years) Seaside Singers: An informal
u MONDAY 23 JULY – SATURDAY 1
Historical Society Monthly u WEDNESDAY 25 JULY
singing group
SEPTEMBER Lecture: A history talk by Dr 6.30 - 8.00 PM
u FRIDAY 27 JULY
DES RENFORD LEISURE CENTRE LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
ROBEY ST, MAROUBRA Peter Hobbins 2.00 – 3.30 PM
Discover how your child learns through LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
This six-week weight loss program play. Explore strategies and techniques
u SATURDAY 21 JULY 2018 1PM-2.30PM Come along and join our monthly singing
focuses on regular, face-to-face contact LEVEL 1, LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY & VONNIE YOUNG to encourage positive behaviour. This group. We will be singing the songs you
with DRLC trainers every week. The AUDITORIUM. workshop will be presented by an love and a few new ones as well. Held
trainers will provide nutritional guidance early childhood educator, who has on the last Friday of every month. This
and support as well as monitor your Join acclaimed medical historian Dr Peter vast experience working with young is a free event but bookings are required
individual progress throughout the Hobbins as he shares his expertise in the field children and families. Free for Toy Library online via www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library.
program. You can choose from 6am, of infectious disease history to explain the members, $15 for non-members. This Enquiries on 9093 6400.
10am or 6pm group training sessions and arrival of three deadly diseases in Sydney. is an adult only workshop. Enquiries on
all come with a bonus Saturday session! Smallpox in 1877, bubonic plague in 1900 and 9093 6400.
For more information call 9093 6300 or “Spanish Flu” in 1919 – a pandemic with a
email drlc@randwick.nsw.gov.au. direct link to Randwick. This is a joint talk held Conquer Cryptic Crosswords:
by the Randwick and District Historical Society
TECHconnect: Getting Started A series of two workshops
and Randwick City Library. Free event, gold
Writing for Pleasure: Writing a coin donation for afternoon tea. with computers u SATURDAY 28 JULY AND 4 AUGUST
11.00 AM – 1.00 PM
Biography Bookings essential 9096 6400 u THURSDAY 26 JULY LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
u TUESDAYS 24 JULY, 7 AUGUST, 21 AUGUST, LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA Clue: Book a park (7)
4 SEPTEMBER
1.30 - 3.30 PM
Getting Started with computers Have you ever thought you might be
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK introduces beginners to how a computer able to complete a cryptic crossword?
works, using a mouse and important Join crossword specialist Ralph Penglis
Join our writing group for this four- keys on the computer keyboard. Cost: in a series of two workshop sessions
week program looking at writing both $3. Bookings and pre-payment essential specially designed for beginners
biographies and autobiographies. No in person at any Randwick City Library as well as those who have some
experience needed. Be inspired by Branch. Enquiries on 9093 6400. Please experience and would like to sharpen
our facilitator, author Helene Grover. note, we are unable to offer refunds their skills. Participants need to attend
Free. Bookings are required online via or transfers for the class fee if you are both sessions. Cost: $10 covers both
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries: unable to attend. sessions. Book and pay in person at any
9093 6400. The same program is offered at
Randwick City Library branch. Enquiries
Lionel Bowen Library on different dates.
on 9093 6400.
Answer: Reserve
July 13
Beach Breaks Carnival Tai Chi: A regular class for all Adult Chess Club: An informal Mah Jong: Learn and play.
u SUNDAY 29 JULY
skill levels chess club for all skill levels u MONDAYS (EXCEPT PUBLIC HOLIDAYS)
12.00 – 4.30 PM 1.00 – 3.00 PM
u EVERY TUESDAY u EVERY THURSDAY
MAROUBRA BEACH LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
31 JULY – 25 SEPTEMBER 1.30 – 3.00 PM
The Beach Breaks Carnival is a 9.15 – 10.15 AM LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA Join us for a game of Mah Jong
vibrant community event held along LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA every Monday. This group is suitable
Join us for a weekly game of chess in
the picturesque Maroubra Beach Tai Chi aids in good posture, a relaxed and friendly environment. It is for all levels including beginners.
Promenade. The event celebrates the coordination, meditation and relaxation. necessary to know basic chess moves Facilitator, Lorraine Terrantroy will
surfing history and culture of Maroubra Join Tai Chi instructor, Larry Friedberg in order to participate in this club. be on hand to guide you as you get
Beach. The carnival includes surfing from Taijisydney as he takes you through Free. Bookings are required online via to know this wonderful game. Free,
contests, market stalls, food and drink, the moves. No experience necessary. www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries but online registration is essential via
amusements, live entertainment and Free, bookings are required online via on 9093 6400 www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
an induction of surfing legends into the www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on on 9093 6400.
Australian Surfing Walk of Fame. For 9093 6400.
more information, please contact the
Events Team at events@randwick.nsw.gov.au
Library Bridge Club
or 1300 722 542.
Talking Tech: Creating digital u WEDNESDAYS (EXCEPT SCHOOL
HOLIDAYS) C lub
photobooks – keeping your 1.30 – 3.30 PM u lt
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CPR and First Aid for the treasured memories safe LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
treatment of 0 to 8 years u TUESDAY 31 JULY
A weekly bridge club for those who
7.00 – 8.00 PM
want to play bridge in an informal
u MONDAY 30 JULY LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA relaxed environment. You must have
10.00 AM– 12.00 PM a basic knowledge of bridge in order
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY Do you have a drawer full of photos to join. Free, but online registration
FREE. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL, ADULTS ONLY that are fading fast or your computer is essential. Please register for the
Demonstration of CPR and how to overflowing with digital prints? Join club via www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library.
treat choking, drowning, accidental us as we showcase a solution to Enquiries on 9093 6400.
ingestions, sunburn, burns and scalds, help you sort out your photos and
bites and stings. Dr Debbie Perkins is transform them into a digital photobook
an experienced paediatrician at Sydney to keep your memories alive forever.
Children’s Hospital with extensive Free, bookings essential online:
experience conducting community www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on
talks. Bookings on 9093 6140 or email 9093 6400.
avril.jeans@randwick.nsw.gov.au
July 15
Create! Art classes with Lily Babies Love Books Saturday Storytime at Malabar Korean Mama’s Storytelling
Oen u LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
Library u FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
MONDAY 11.15 – 11.45 AM (AGES 0-11 MONTHS) 3 JULY, 7 AUGUST
u TWO SESSIONS EVERY TUESDAY u EVERY SATURDAY
THURSDAY 10.30 – 11.00 AM (AGES 12-23 MONTHS) 11.30 AM – 12.30 PM
10.30 AM – 12:30 PM OR 1.00 – 3.30 PM 10.30 – 11.00 AM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA MALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLE
u MALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLE
WEDNESDAY 11.15 – 11.45 AM (AGES 0-23 MONTHS) Join presenters from the Korean Cultural
Unleash your creative potential in one Join us for a morning of stories and
Centre for an unforgettable cultural
of our Tuesday art workshops, under u MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
fun at Malabar Community Library. This is
experience. Learn songs and dances
the talented guidance of Lily Oen. The FRIDAY 10.00 – 10.30 AM (AGES 0-11 MONTHS) a session suitable for babies and toddlers
from Korean folktales and enjoy a variety
classes focus on developing painting FRIDAY 10.45 – 11.15 AM (AGES 12-23 MONTHS) from birth to five years. This session is
FRIDAY 11.30 – 12.00 PM (AGES 12-23 MONTHS)
of creative crafts. This Korean story
and drawing skills. The second session is not available during the school holidays
telling class is conducted in English and
longer as it may contain a craft element. Rhymes, songs, stories and music every or on public holidays. Free, bookings are
aims to encourage children from 3-8
Cost: $3 per session. Enquiries on week of the year except during school not required. Enquiries on 9093 6120.
years to experience another culture. Free,
9093 4600. holidays. To ensure the enjoyment bookings are not required. Enquiries on
of all participants, places are strictly 9093 6400.
limited. Free, but bookings are essential Little Spark Discovery Club
online via www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Plus
Enquiries on 9093 6400.
u EIGHT SESSIONS ON TUESDAYS:
31 JULY-18 SEPTEMBER 10.00 - 11.00AM
Kids’ Club LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
Bop 2 Books
u MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK An eight-week program for junior
TUESDAYS 10.45 – 11.15 AM (AGES 3-5 YEARS) u MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK discoverers aged 3-5 and their
TUESDAYS 10.00 – 10.30 AM accompanying adult, who have
u LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA u MALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLE completed the 4-session Little Spark b P lus
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WEDNESDAYS 10.30 – 11.00 AM co v
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THURSDAYS 11.30 AM – 12.00 PM experiments to conduct each week
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THURSDAYS 10.30 – 11.00 AM (AGES 3-5 YEARS)
A weekly session of rhymes, music and and investigations to explore at home.
Stories, craft and film for young children
stories especially for two year olds. Cost includes take-home science kit.
and their parents or carers. To ensure
These sessions are not held during the Cost: $75.00, pre-payment required via
the enjoyment of all participants, places
school holidays. Spaces are limited. www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
are strictly limited. These sessions are
Free, bookings are essential online: on 9093 6400.
not held during the school holidays.
Free, but bookings are required via www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/libary. on 9093 6400.
July 17
Babies love books in French: 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.
Babies Love Books in Babies Love Books in Spanish:
Les Bébés Aiment Les Livres 7月18日, 8月15日 Japanese 赤ちゃんのための読み Los Bebés Aman Los Libros
u FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH DURING
Children’s songs and rhymes in Mandarin 聞かせ u SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
SCHOOL TERMS followed by a short film or story telling 11.30 AM – 12.00PM
every month. No bookings required. All u FOURTH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
4 JULY 8 AUGUST
24 JULY, 28 AUGUST
11.30PM – 12.00PM pre-schoolers and parents welcome. LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
11.30 AM – 12.00 PM
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA Enquiries on 9093 6400. MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
Babies Love Book in French is a monthly 每月一次中文儿童活动,期间会有儿歌, 童谣以 Rhymes, songs, stories and music in
及中文小影片或者讲故事.免费活动,无需预定.欢 Babies Love Books in Japanese is a Spanish for children aged 0-24 months.
program for children 0-5 years. Children 迎所有学前儿童参加.谘询电话：9093 6400. monthly program for children 0-5 years. All welcome. Free, bookings are not
can enjoy music, rhymes and stories
Children can enjoy music, rhymes and required. Enquiries on 9093 6400.
every month of the year, except during
stories every fourth Tuesday, except Los bebés aman los libros, 0-24 meses.
school holidays and public holidays.
during school holidays and on public Rimas, canciones, cuentos y música en
Les enfants peuvent profiter de la
holidays. Free, bookings are not required. español. El segundo martes de cada
musique, des rimes et des histoires das Club: Bowen and
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Gym and Crèche
Little Pandas Club: 开心小熊 Ladushki, Ladushki: Russian u DES RENFORD LEISURE CENTRE
猫乐园 Storytime ROBEY ST, MAROUBRA
• No joining fees
u MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY: u FOURTH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH
SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH FROM DURING SCHOOL TERMS • No lock-in contracts
FEBRUARY 26 JULY, 23 AUGUST
10 JULY, 14 AUGUST 10.45 – 11.15 AM • Cancel anytime
11.30 AM – 12.00 PM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
从二月起每月的第二个星期二11点30分至 Enjoy our facilities - gym with cardio,
12点 resistance, group fitness, functional
在MARGARET MARTIN 图书馆举行. Rhymes, songs, stories and music for training and spin areas; multiple indoor
7月10日, 8月14日 0-5 year olds presented in Russian. Free, and outdoor pools; a café; plus, we
bookings are not required. For more have a purpose built crèche with quiet
u LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY: information please call 9093 6400. room and own amenities. Come in for
THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH FROM
a workout or just for a coffee! For more
FEBRUARY СТИШКИ, ПЕСЕНКИ, СКАЗКИ И information email drlc@randwick.nsw.gov.au
18 JULY, 15 AUGUST МУЗЫКА ДЛЯ ДЕТЕЙ ОТ 0 ДО 5 ЛЕТ
11.30 AM – 12.00 PM ПРЕДСТАВЛЕНЫ НА РУССКОМ ЯЗЫКЕ. or see www.drlc.com.au.
August 19
TECHconnect: Introduction to Come and explore Randwick Author Talk: Jamelle Wells - TECHconnect: Introduction to
the internet Library’s Toy collection: The Court Reporter Keyboard
u THURSDAY 2 AUGUST
For parents and children (3-5 u WEDNESDAY 8 AUGUST u THURSDAY 9 AUGUST
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM years) 6.30 – 7.30 PM 10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
u MONDAY 6 AUGUST
This session introduces beginners to Join seasoned court reporter, the This session introduces beginners to the
2.00 – 2.45 PM
the internet and the basics of website MARGERT MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK ABC’s Jamelle Wells as she discusses computer keyboard. Learn the necessary
navigation. You must have completed the the recently published account of her keys for basic typing. Discover how to
Getting Started with Computers sessions Children learn through play. Come and working life. Jamelle has filed thousands insert and delete letters and much more.
that the Library offers or have equivalent explore Randwick City Library’s toy of stories on murderers, sex offenders, This session is not suitable for students
skills with mouse and keyboard. Cost: collection with your child. We have thieves, bad drivers, family feuds and who only have a tablet or smart phone.
$3. Bookings and pre-payment essential over 2,400 toys in our total collection, business deals gone wrong. In more Cost: $3. Bookings and pre-payment
in person at any Randwick City Library including a wide variety of fun and than 10 years, she has witnessed essential in person at any Randwick
Branch. Enquiries on 9093 6400. Please educational items tailored for various many of Australia’s most notorious and City Library Branch. Enquiries on
note, we are unable to offer refunds stages of a child’s development. This is a high-profile court cases, has sat next to 9093 6400. Please note, we are unable to
or transfers for the class fee if you are free event, bookings are essential online criminals and their families, been chased, offer refunds or transfers for the class fee
unable to attend. via www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries spat on, stalked. The Court Reporter if you are unable to attend.
on 9093 6400. is a tough and fearless journalist’s
Wells The Court Re
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u THURSDAY 2 AUGUST u FRIDAY 10 AND 24 AUGUST
10.30 AM –12.00 PM on 9093 6400. 12.30 – 2.30 PM
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
Maritime writer and photographer Jeffrey Join fellow knitters in a relaxed, friendly
Mellafont will talk on the floating art atmosphere, and help create warm
galleries of Indonesia. The Next Chapter wraps, squares and blankets which will
Art Group meets on the first Thursday of benefit less privileged communities in
each month over tea and coffee to share both Australia and abroad. This is a
a common interest in art and the creative regular event on the second and fourth
process. Free, bookings are not required. Friday of each month. Free, no bookings
Enquiries on 9093 6100. required. Enquiries on 9093 6100.August 21
RPG in the Library Gothic Book Club Randwick and District Historical
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library! Come and join other like- Club where we explore the romance, This is a joint talk held by the Randwick
minded players for a monthly session horror and fantasy that are all elements and District Historical Society and
of your favourite RPGs. Beginners and of this fascinating genre. In this month’s Randwick City Library. Free event, gold
experienced players all welcome. There TECH
session we will be discussing A Head full coin donation for afternoon tea.
are limited places available, so be quick of Ghosts by Paul Tremblay. Enquiries on
to secure your spot. Open to ages 12–21. 9093 6400. Bookings re required via
Free, but bookings are essential via www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library.
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries Enquiries on 9093 6400.
on 9093 6400. Play Workshops for parents
and children of various ages
u FRIDAY 17 AUGUST
Undercover Book Club for Kids FOR AGES 6-12 MONTHS
in School Years K-2 TECHconnect: 10.30 AM – 12.00 PM
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
u MONDAY 13 AUGUST Introduction to Email
4.00 - 4.45 PM u FRIDAY 31 AUGUST
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA u THURSDAY 23 AUGUST FOR AGES 12–18 MONTHS
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM 10.30 AM –12.00 PM
u TUESDAY 10 JULY, 14 AUGUST LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
4.00 - 4.45 PM
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK This session introduces beginners to u FRIDAY 7 SEPTEMBER
how email works, opening, reading and FOR AGES 18–24 MONTHS
Come along to hear great new stories, 10.30 AM –12.00 PM
replying to emails and more. You must
chat about what you are reading, LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
have completed Getting Started or
make cool stuff and be the first Find out how children learn through play
equivalent skill level. Bring your email
to borrow our hottest new books! and what toys and activities are suitable
address and password if possible. Cost:
Free but bookings are essential via for each stage of their development.
$3. Bookings and pre-payment essential
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries These workshops will be run by an
in person at any Randwick City Library
on 9093 6400. early childhood educator. Free for Toy
Branch. Enquiries on 9093 6400. Please
note, we are unable to offer refunds Library members, $15 for Non-members.
or transfers for the class fee if you are Bookings are essential through
unable to attend. www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
on 9093 6400.August 23
Children’s Book Week Why don’t they just do what Talking Tech: Social media – do Seaside Singers: An informal
u SATURDAY 18 AUGUST – FRIDAY 24
I say? Setting limits without I need it? singing group
AUGUST Time Out u TUESDAY 28 AUGUST u FRIDAY 31 AUGUST
LIONEL BOWEN, MARGARET MARTIN AND
7.00 - 8.00 PM 2.00 – 3.30 PM
MALABAR LIBRARIES u SATURDAY 18 AUGUST LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
10.00 AM – 12.00 PM
Visit our libraries during this week when MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY Do you feel left out when you hear your Come along and join our monthly signing
the best of children’s and young adult
Limit setting can be a positive experience family and friends talk about social group. We will be singing the songs you
literature will be celebrated through
for you and your child! Try this parent- media as you are not quite sure what it love and a few new ones to love as well.
displays of winning and shortlisted
tested, practical approach to limit setting is all about? Join us as we explore the Held on the last Friday of every month.
Australian books. This year’s Children’s
that will improve your relationship and main players including Facebook and Free, but bookings are required online at
Book Week theme is ‘Find your Treasure’.
bring you closer. Madeleine Winter Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on
Reserves will be available for books
is an experienced Hand in Hand so you can determine which is the right 9093 6400.
requested, to be collected at the end of
Parenting instructor. Free, bookings tool for you. Free, bookings essential
the display period. More infomation at
are essential on 9093 6140 or email online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library.
www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries
avril.jeans@randwick.nsw.gov.au. This event is Enquiries on 9093 6400.
on 9093 6400.
for adults only.
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MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
LIONEL BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA
A membership only club for
It’s Book Week! Join other young book
u TUESDAY 17 JULY, 21 AUGUST inquisitive young scientists in school
lovers as we discover the best YA novels
4.00 - 4.45 PM years 3-6. Members experiment,
MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK
of 2018. Shortlisted titles include Vikki
learn and discover through hands-
Wakefield’s Ballad for a Mad Girl, Melissa
Come along and find out about the on science-based workshops and
Keil’s The Secret Science of Magic and
hottest new books and series being activities. Cost: $41, inclusive of
Charlie Archbold’s Mallee Boys. The Club
released, chat about what we’re reading, all four sessions, pre-payment
is for library members who are in high
make cool stuff and borrow new books. required. Bookings are essential
school years 7 to 12 (or equivalent). Free,
Free but bookings are essential via www. via www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library.
but registration is required for the year.
randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on Enquiries on 9093 6400.
Please call 9093 6400 for more info and to
9093 6400. sign up.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 6101 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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