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Children's storytime (Cantonese)
Experience the magic of storytime in Cantonese with your child at the library. This interactive session includes stories and songs for young children. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years. No bookings are required, but places are limited. If the session becomes too full, we may need to close entry to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for everyone.
First 5 Forever children's storytime
Experience the magic of storytime with your child at the library. This interactive session includes stories, songs and mark making activities for young children. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years.First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
First Friday book club
Meet other people and discover great reading suggestions. New members welcome. For information about which book to read, please contact the library.
First 5 Forever children's storytime
Experience the magic of storytime with your child at the library. This interactive session includes stories, songs and mark making activities for young children. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years.No bookings are required, but places are limited. If the session becomes too full, we may need to close entry to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for everyone.First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
First 5 Forever creative play
Discover simple open-ended creative experiences to try at home including mark-making, pretend play, and collage. Ideal for children aged 5 years and younger.No bookings are required, but places are limited. If the session becomes too full, we may need to close entry to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for everyone.First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
First 5 Forever babies, books and rhymes in the park
Meet other parents and babies for a fun rhyme time session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn songs and action rhymes to nurture your baby's pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies aged up to one year.Please bring a blanket to sit on, sun protection, and water.Please note that this event will take place in the library's meeting room, if the weather is unfavourable.First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
First 5 Forever toddler time
Meet other parents and toddlers for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn action rhymes and songs which will help your child's pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for toddlers aged 1-2 years. No bookings are required, but places are limited. If the session becomes too full, we may need to close entry to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for everyone.First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
Friday afternoon book club
Meet other people and discover great reading suggestions. New members welcome.
Botanic art: Palm sheath baskets
Learn how to shape and stitch native palm sheaths into beautiful shapes. Discover some of our native palms such as the Piccabeen Palm and learn about their place in our rainforest ecosystems. All materials provided. Meet at the library. This workshop supports Council's commitment to sustainable living. Presented by the Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha Education Team. No experience required. All materials provided but you are welcome to bring your own. These workshops are for those aged 16 years and older.
Mahjong group
Both experienced and beginner players are welcome to come along and join in a friendly game of Mahjong. Bring along your Mahjong set if have one.
English conversation group
Our friendly and informal group meets in the library every Friday. Come along to make new friends and improve your English. Learners of all levels welcome.
One-on-one tech help
Contact Inala library branch to enquire about one-on-one tech assistance to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence.
English conversation group
This friendly and informal group meets in the library every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday. Come along to make new friends and improve your English. Learners of all levels are welcome.
Young adult book chat
Drop in to chat about what you have been reading and help others decide what to read. Join us on the first Friday of each month. Ideal for those aged 12-17 years.
Mitchelton gardeners working bee
Visit the Mitchelton Library garden to help tend the citrus and herb garden and join in easy gardening tasks.
First 5 Forever children's storytime
Experience the magic of storytime with your child at the library. This interactive session includes stories, songs and mark making activities for young children. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years. No bookings are required, but places are limited. If the session becomes too full, we may need to close entry to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for everyone.First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
Writers of Seville
Meets on the first and second Saturday of each month. New members welcome. Call the library for more information.
Make and create
Drop into the library to get creative with free art and craft activities. Ideal for children aged 4-11 years and their carers.
Zillmere Library garden club
Join other community members on the first Saturday of each month who enjoy gardening to share ideas and knowledge at the informal meet-up and learn about library resources and events with a gardening focus. Experienced and beginner gardeners are welcome.
Ashgrove historical society: Remembrance Day
In keeping with Remembrance Day on 11 November, guest speaker, Geoff Crane will talk about war memorials in Australia, Papua New Guinea, Gallipoli, Villers Bretonneux and other places.
Saturday morning book club
In November read and discuss Miss Benson's beetle by Rachel Joyce or The collected regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer.
Saturday book lovers
Join a group of avid readers to share your most recent reads. No set titles to read, just come along to find a good book.
Romance readers book club
Join our book club for readers of romance, swoon and happily ever after. Bring the book you're currently reading and find new favourites.
Family STEAM
Bring your friends and family for fun games and activities exploring emerging technologies, robotics, coding, science, communication and art. Ideal for children of all ages and their families.
The nomad book club
Drop in to chat about what you have been reading and help others decide what to read next. New members welcome.
Scribblers on Sunday
This group meets on the second Sunday of the month. Friendly, multi-age poetry and prose writers meeting in a supportive environment the second Sunday of the month.
First 5 Forever children's storytime
Experience the magic of storytime with your child at the library. This interactive session includes stories, songs and mark making activities for young children. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years.No bookings are required, but places are limited. If the session becomes too full, we may need to close entry to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for everyone.First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
Brown Owls social craft meet-up
Join the Brown Owls monthly, for a chat and to learn new craft skills. No matter what your skill level, the Owls would love to see you.
STEAM Sundays
Explore science, technology, reading and art during this hands-on, drop in session. Each week, challenge your thinking and bring out your creative side with new technology in a fun environment. Ideal for all ages.
Slow clothing and upcycled fashion
Reduce your material footprint through less reliance on fast fashion and assemble a wardrobe of sustainable garments. Slow fashion practitioner, advocate and author Jane Milburn, will lead a conversation about the ethics of how we dress, the personal benefits of reclaiming agency in our fashion choices and the value of natural fibres. Be inspired to look at your wardrobe, and what you can do with it, in new ways!