In 1992, Australian author and teacher Melina Marchetta published her first book, Looking for Alibrandi. The book became an instant success, selling more than half a million copies in Australia and becoming a favourite book for generations of young adult readers. She went on to write the screenplay for the film which was a box office […]
NAO robot is visiting the library and looking forward to meeting you. See how this amazing humanoid robot can sense its environment and interact with people using surprisingly lifelike gestures and movement. Ideal for all ages. Drop in anytime between the listed times. Bookings essential.
Learn how to use the basic features of an iPad. Explore apps, connect to Wi-Fi and search on the internet. Perfect for the first time user. Bring your own iPad. Bookings essential. A Brisbane Libraries Tech Connect workshop.
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Wondering which natives grow best in Brisbane? Join horticulturalist Claire Bickle as she shares a lifelong love of native gardens during this session for the Brisbane urban gardener. Bookings essential.
Learn how to organise your photos, make simple changes to digital photos before printing and create photobooks. Bring our own photos or use sample images provided. Basic computer and internet skills required. Bookings essential. A Brisbane Libraries Tech Connect workshop.
Learn how to create your own Facebook account to connect with family, friends and your favourite organisations. Discover basic navigation skills and how to manage your privacy settings. Basic computer skills, internet skills and an email account are required. Bookings essential. A Brisbane Libraries Tech Connect workshop.
Explore the wonderful world of Brisbane libraries' free online e-books and e-audiobooks by learning how to set up your iPad or Android tablet ready to read or listen to your favourite online library content. Bring your own device, Apple store or Google Play Store account details, library card and email account details. Basic device skills […]
In the tradition of great family migration stories, Midnight Sun to Southern Crosscontinues the saga of the Back brothers' flight from Russian-occupied Finland to Australian as the nineteenth century turned into the twentieth. From frozen Finland to the lush rain forests of northern New South Wales, to the dry and dusty sheep country of western Queensland, […]
Drop into the libray to try your hand at crafts using picture book covers. Ideal for children aged 5-12 years. Bookings essential.