| 14-20 May |
Brisbane City Council Central City Library
During Library and Information Week 2001 there will be 63 activities held in the Brisbane City Council libraries. All of the details will be posted on Brisbane City Council web site http://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au (from May 11th) and published in the May edition of the Library Services "The Browser". For further information contact: Tom Condric, cen11@brisbane.qld.gov.au.nospam
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| 14-20 May |
Brisbane City Council Library tour:
Every day during Library and Information Week at 10:30am. Wynnum Library, ph 07 3403 5946
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| 14 May - 5 June |
State Library of Queensland Library Online Challenge - $4500 prize pool your choice of Tandy products.
To celebrate Library & Information Week, the State Library of Queensland is running the Library Online Challenge. It's fun and it's easy and it's open to all Australians. All you (or your clients) need to do is answer six questions (answers found
in our databases - QueenslandWeb and NetLinks). Check http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/quiz/ for details.
Tandy are sponsoring the Challenge with a generous prize pool of $4500 which really makes taking the Challenge worth the effort. Prizes will be: 1st prize - $2000 Tandy products; 2nd prize - $500 Tandy products; 2 random wkly draws (over 3 wks) - $200
Tandy products.
Many Australian libraries are using the Challenge as a promotional activity for their library during Library & Information Week (especially the designated Online Day on Friday 18 May). Please feel free to link to the Challenge from your web site by
using logos and links available at - http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/quiz/advertise.htm
If you want posters or bookmarks for display in your library, e-mail me your postal address and I'll get them out to you. The Challenge is running until June 5.
Contact: Sharon Young, web development officer, OPAL, State Library of Queensland, PO Box 3488, South Brisbane 4101, ph 07 3840 7803, s.young@slq.qld.gov.au.nospam
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| 14 May |
Brisbane City Council The Changelings:
From James Bond to Hannibal Lecter: the adapting face of The Hero in late 20th century literature and cinema. Presented by Laurie Neill. 12-2pm. Please book. Central City Library, ph 07 3403 4166
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| 15 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Bulimba Library, ph 07 3403 5940
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| 15 May |
Brisbane City Council Genealogy:
On the net. Join Robyn McKinney as she teaches you how to use the internet to trace your family tree. 6pm-8pm. Please book. Carina Library, ph 07 3403 5941
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| 15 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10am. Carindale Library, ph 07 3407 1490
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| 15 May |
Brisbane City Council Whats on my shelf:
Meet two valuable members of Brisbanes community - co-ordinator of the Brisbane Flexi School David Ackers and BCCLS manager Christine Mackenzie - and hear them discuss the role books hold in their lives. BYO lunch. Tea & coffee provided. 12:30pm.
Please book. Central City Library, ph 07 3403 4166
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| 15 May |
Brisbane City Council Book group:
Reading can be a solitary pastime, but book discussion groups provide a social forum
for bibliophiles. Join us for a presentation about a new book group that will start meeting soon. 10-11:30am. Please book. Coopers Plains Library, ph 07 3403 1530
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| 15 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Mt Gravatt Library, ph 07 3403 7775
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| 15 May |
Brisbane City Council Travel on the web:
Planning and booking travel over the internet. 6:30pm. Please book. New Farm Library, ph 07 3403 1062
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| 15 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 11am. Sandgate Library , ph 07 3269 1102
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| 15 May |
Brisbane City Council Travel online:
Learn how to use the internet to research, plan and book your holidays. Includes
hands-on experience. Please book. 2pm-4pm.Toowong Library, ph 07 3403 2590
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| 15 May |
Brisbane City Council Genealogy:
On the internet. Learn how to trace your family tree using the internet. 10:30-12:30pm. Please book. Zillmere Library, ph 07 3403 1455
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council Thank You Day:
Morning tea. 10:30am. Ashgrove Library, ph 07 3403 5938
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council Thank You Day:
Afternoon tea. Share afternoon tea and meet your local councillor, librarian and
staff, and learn about the wonderful range of services available through Council and the libraries. 2pm. Bulimba Library, ph 07 3403 5940
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu.
Chermside Library, ph 07 3403 7200, 10:30am.
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council Guest speaker:
Councillor Terry Hampson will be at the library to chat with customers.
Chermside Library, ph 07 3403 7200, 10-12pm.
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council New releases:
Would you like to broaden your reading or hear about hot new releases? Join this
informative session and borrow titles discussed at the session.
Please book. Coopers Plains Library, ph 07 3403 1530, 2-3pm.
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu.
Garden City Library, ph 07 3403 7745, 10:30am.
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council Internet for consumers:
Have you ever wanted to shop, bank or book your travel online, but have been concerned about the security of your information and your rights as a consumer? Consumer advocate Fiona Guthrie will give you the low-down on both these issues.
Please book. Grange Library, ph 07 3403 5955, from 6:30pm-7:30pm.
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu.
Inala Library, ph 07 3372 1998, 11am.
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council EBook demonstration:
Learn about the latest in reading technology.
Please book. Indooroopilly Library, ph 07 3407 0009, 10-12pm.
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council Thank You Day:
Morning tea. Everyone is invited to the celebration. Flavoursome coffee will be served by Cafe Le Net.
Please book. Indooroopilly Library, ph 07 3407 0009, 10am.
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council Performance poetry night:
Performance poets Red Earl and C J Cree will delight you with their original contemporary poetry. To experience a very different approach to the written word, bring along your hidden folder of poetry and join in, or sit back and be entertained.
Refreshments provided.
Please book. New Farm Library, ph 07 3403 1062, 6:30pm.
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 11am. Stones Corner Library, ph 07 3403 2170
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council Thank You Day:
Morning tea - morning tea for our customers. 10am. Wynnum Library, ph 07 3403 5946
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| 16 May |
Brisbane City Council Thank You Day:
Afternoon tea - afternoon tea for our customers and a display of library
materials for everyone to enjoy. 3pm. Zillmere Library, ph 07 3403 1455
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Intro to the internet:
A morning tea will be held at 10:30am followed by a special internet session Seniors - Whats In It For You? at 11am. Please book. Annerley Library, ph 07 3403 1735
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Banyo Library, ph 07 3403 2200
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Cyber Travel:
Travel information on the internet. An internet presentation on how to research
and cruise the internet. Plan and/or book your next holiday on the internet. Please book. 12:30-2pm. Central City Library, ph 07 3403 4166
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10am. Coopers Plains, ph 07 3403 1530
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 11am. Corinda Library, ph 07 3379 6438
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 2.15pm. Everton Park Library, ph 07 3403 7400
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30-11:30am. Hamilton Library, ph 07 3403 1050
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Holland Park Library, ph 07 3403 7755
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Thank You Day:
Morning tea. Come and meet your local councillor and enjoy morning tea with library staff. 10:30am. Mitchelton Library, ph 07 3403 7410
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. New Farm library, ph 07 3403 1062
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Nundah Library, ph 07 3403 5944
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Genealogy:
On the internet. Learn how to trace your family tree using the internet. Please book. 10-12pm. Wynnum Library, ph 07 3403 5946
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| 17 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Zillmere Library, ph 07 3403 1455.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Annerley Library, ph 07 3403 1735.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Ashgrove Library, ph 07 3403 5938.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Bracken Ridge Library, ph 07 3403 5939.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Internet for men:
A special awareness session for men on just what they can do on the internet. Please book. 9-10:30am. Bulimba Library, ph 07 3403 5940.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Internet for women:
A special awareness session for women on just what they can do on the internet. Please book. 11-12:30pm. Bulimba Library, ph 07 3403 5940.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 11am. Carina Library, ph 07 3403 5941.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Genealogy:
On the internet. An informative talk on how to use the internet to trace your family tree. Presented by Robyn McKinney. Please book. 10-12pm. Central City Library, ph 07 3403 4166.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Family history:
On the internet. 11-12pm. Please book. Coopers Plains Library, ph 07 3403
1530.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Fairfield Library, ph 07 3403 8615.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Grange Library, ph 07 3403 5955.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 11am. Indooroopilly Library, ph 07 3407 0009.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Travel online:
Learn how to use the internet to research, plan and book your holidays. Includes
hands-on experience and afternoon tea. 2-4pm. Please book. Indooroopilly Library, ph 07 3407 0009.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10am. Mitchelton Library, ph 07 3403 7410.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Mt Ommaney Library, ph 07 3403 4556.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council The Changelings:
From James Bond to Hannibal Lecter: the adapting face of The Hero in 20th century literature and cinema. Presented by Laurie Neill. Please book. 10-12pm. New Farm Library, ph 07 3403 1062.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Sunnybank Hills Library, ph 07 3407 0571.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10am. Toowong Library, ph 07 3403 2590.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Seniors online:
Explore interesting websites for seniors. Please book. 10-12pm. Toowong Library,
ph 07 3403 2590.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council EBook demonstration:
Learn about the latest in reading technology. Please book. 2-3pm. Toowong Library, ph 07 3403 2590.
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| 18 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Wynnum Library, ph 07 3403 5946
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| 19 May |
Brisbane City Council Special storytime:
Featuring the Aussie classic Edward the Emu. 10:30am. Central City Library, ph 07 3403 4166
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| 19 May |
Brisbane City Council Book reading:
Join author Susan Addison who will read selected stories from her new book Mother
Lode, a collection of stories about the universal experiences of birth, death, love, loss, grief and regeneration. Morning tea provided. Please book. 11-12pm. Indooroopilly Library, ph 07 3407 0009
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