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50 Plus: Art in bark workshop
This art form is unique to Australia and utilises the paper bark shreds of melaleuca trees. Different trees produce different colours and are used to produce landscapes, seascapes, or anything your imagination can come up with. No paints or artificial colours are used.
Seniors Speak workshops
Seniors Speak has been shaped by what older people have shared about their experiences, challenges and hopes for their community. It offers a welcoming space to come together, exchange ideas and take part in shaping conversations about what an age friendly Brisbane looks like.Together, participants will:share stories and ideaswork with others to shape a short performancetake part in a community event where audiences are invited into the conversation.A rich and inclusive experience where audience members are part of sharing ideas to generate change on the issues explored in the performance.Join us at the 50 & Better Neighbourhood Centre, 29 Chardean Street, Acacia Ridge. Map.If you would like more information, send an email.
Little Artist's Eye Spy
Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot.There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed.Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions.Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers.Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB website.
50 Plus: Spanish for absolute beginners
Ever wanted to learn Spanish! This Spanish class is aimed at absolute beginners. If you have never attempted to learn Spanish before but have always wondered if you could, this may be the class for you.The class will be structured and will start at the very beginning with particular focus on learning basic vocabulary, grammar, sentence construction and common verbs used in everyday conversations.Classes will be conducted in English and at a slow pace.The class will be divided into two separate sessions: Session 1: Basic Spanish for Travellers starting at 12.15 pm - 1.00 pm. This class will focus on basic everyday conversation and useful phrases needed for travel to a Spanish speaking country. Session 2: Spanish Grammar and Vocabulary 1pm - 2pm. This class will focus on grammar and sentence construction used in everyday Spanish conversation and phrases.*Please note that the cost for both sessions will be discounted to $18.00
Silver Swan's Ballet Classes
Release your inner dancer - join our Silver Swans class - specially designed ballet classes for 55 year old's plus (though there is no upper or lower age limit). Improve balance - minimising falls Slowing down ageing (connected to calming the immune system) Increasing cognitive ability (by promoting new synapse connection) Not to mention the social benefits!
50 Plus: Art class - painting and drawing
The class is for new and experienced painters. It teaches basic drawing leading to painting processes.
Little Artist's Eye Spy
Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot.There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed.Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions.Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers.Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB website.
50 Plus: Art class - painting and drawing
The class is for new and experienced painters. It teaches basic drawing leading to painting processes.
One-on-one tech help
Contact Zillmere Library to enquire about one-on-one tech assistance to troubleshoot technical issues, develop skills and improve online confidence.
One-on-one tech help
Contact the library to enquire about one-on-one tech assistance to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence.
One-on-one tech help
Contact the library to enquire about one-on-one tech assistance to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence.
50 Plus: Art class - painting and drawing
The class is for new and experienced painters. It teaches basic drawing leading to painting processes.
Little Artist's Eye Spy
Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot.There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed.Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions.Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers.Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB website.
Digital Systems and Customer Experience - Know your route - Intermediate
Know Your Route - create a customer journey that converts. Your customers expect a single experience of your business, not something that's fragmented or disjointed. This workshop maps every interaction your customers have with your business, from discovering you online through to becoming loyal advocates.You'll learn how to maximise your digital ecosystem, tying together how your websites, social media, email marketing, CRM systems and AI tools can all work together to create a seamless customer experience.This workshop is for you if you want to map and improve every interaction your customers have with your business to support sales and better retention.You'll learnMapping the customer journey.Understanding digital marketing channels.Eliminating friction from the customer experience.
Scribble Station with Sunday Jemmott
Contribute to a colourful world built one scribble at a time.Step into the vibrant world of Sunday Jemmott, an early-career artist whose colourful, texturally rich works exude joy. Working across painting, drawing, sculpture and mixed media, Sunday transforms everyday materials into playful works that celebrate self-expression.As Museum of Brisbane's Artist in Residence, Sunday is creating an immersive new installation that will transform the Museum's entryway into a scribble sanctuary, exploring drawing as an instinctive, genderless act and a powerful way of making sense of the world.During Melt Festival, join Sunday's drop-in workshops where you can draw alongside the artist and contribute to the Scribble Sanctuary before it opens in early 2027.Presented by Museum of Brisbane in association with Melt Festival. MoB's Artist in Residence program is supported by Tim Fairfax AC.Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture.
One-on-one tech help
One-on-one tech assistance to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence.
Sound production
Sound production at the Visible Ink Youth Hub.Looking to learn more about the art of sound production? Maybe you're a recording artist looking for feedback on your work?Come along to our monthly sessions to listen, share, and learn about recording, production, mixing, mastering, and other tricks to help your songs sound the best they can!You can book the free studio after an induction when the space is open.
Silver Swan's Ballet Classes
Release your inner dancer - join our Silver Swans class - specially designed ballet classes for 55 year old's plus (though there is no upper or lower age limit). Improve balance - minimising falls Slowing down ageing (connected to calming the immune system) Increasing cognitive ability (by promoting new synapse connection) Not to mention the social benefits!
Little Artist's Eye Spy
Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot.There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed.Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions.Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers.Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB website.
Be Connected live webinar: Can you spot a scam?
Australians aged 55 and over lost more than $159 million to scammers in 2024*. It serves as a reminder that the internet is a wonderful place to explore and connect with others, but it pays to be savvy. Join us for Seniors Month to discover common scams including the latest Tax and Medicare scams, tips on how to spot them, what to do and what not to do and where to go for help.*Source: Scamwatch, 2024.
Be Connected live webinar: Can you spot a scam?
Australians aged 55 and over lost more than $159 million to scammers in 2024*. It serves as a reminder that the internet is a wonderful place to explore and connect with others, but it pays to be savvy. Join us for Seniors Month to discover common scams including the latest Tax and Medicare scams, tips on how to spot them, what to do and what not to do and where to go for help.*Source: Scamwatch, 2024.
Be Connected live webinar: Can you spot a scam?
Australians aged 55 and over lost more than $159 million to scammers in 2024*. It serves as a reminder that the internet is a wonderful place to explore and connect with others, but it pays to be savvy. Join us for Seniors Month to discover common scams including the latest Tax and Medicare scams, tips on how to spot them, what to do and what not to do and where to go for help.*Source: Scamwatch, 2024.
Be Connected live webinar: Can you spot a scam?
Australians aged 55 and over lost more than $159 million to scammers in 2024*. It serves as a reminder that the internet is a wonderful place to explore and connect with others, but it pays to be savvy. Join us for Seniors Month to discover common scams including the latest Tax and Medicare scams, tips on how to spot them, what to do and what not to do and where to go for help.*Source: Scamwatch, 2024.
One-on-one tech help
Contact Kenmore Library to enquire about one-on-one tech assistance to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence.
One-on-one tech help
Contact the library to enquire about one-on-one tech assistance to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence.
Introduction to Canva
Learn how to get started with Canva. Create fun and engaging designs for logos, flyers, posters, and social media images. Basic computer and internet skills required.
Paddington Song Birds
Paddington Songbirds is a friendly community singing group for seniors in Paddington and surrounding suburbs. Enjoy a relaxed morning of singing, music, friendship and fun - no experience necessary.Singers and ukulele players are welcome.Location: BrisWest Centre, 132 Latrobe Terrace, PaddingtonEvery Thursday during the school term
Talk to a Planner - Upper Mount Gravatt
Talk to a Planner sessions help residents, business owners, community groups and industry professionals understand Brisbane City Plan 2014 (City Plan) and how it relates to their building and construction plans.Talk to a Planner is available all year round, with additional sessions held regularly across the city for your convenience.During these free sessions you can speak face-to-face with a planning specialist, giving you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about how City Plan relates to your property.Council also has a team of dedicated officers who can answer simple questions about your development application over the phone during business hours (9am-4pm, Monday-Friday). To speak to an officer, phone Council on 07 3403 8888.
The Matter of Facts - Media Literacy workshop
Can you spot misinformation when you see it? In today's digital world, truth and lies can blur - and the ability to tell the difference has never been more important. Join us for a free, hands-on workshop inspired by the ABC documentary series The Matter of Facts. Learn practical skills to identify and challenge false information, understand how media shapes beliefs, and become a more confident, informed participant online. Delivered in partnership with ABC News, Australian Library and Information Association and Western Sydney University, this interactive session includes a presentation, guided discussion, and activities to help build our media literacy and navigate today's information landscape with confidence.
Seniors Speak workshops
Seniors Speak has been shaped by what older people have shared about their experiences, challenges and hopes for their community. It offers a welcoming space to come together, exchange ideas and take part in shaping conversations about what an age friendly Brisbane looks like.Together, participants will:share stories and ideaswork with others to shape a short performancetake part in a community event where audiences are invited into the conversation.A rich and inclusive experience where audience members are part of sharing ideas to generate change on the issues explored in the performance.Join us at the 50 & Better Neighbourhood Centre, 29 Chardean Street, Acacia Ridge. Map.If you would like more information, send an email.