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What’s on in RandwickMay and June 2016

May 3

Give us your Best GRIN! (GReen INnovations competition)

uENTRIES CLOSE SUNDAY 22 MAY 2016

Do you have a creative idea to help protect Randwick’s environment? It can be an idea for the home, your school or workplace, something that will help us become more sustainable in our daily living. Entry forms available online at www.randwick.nsw.gov.au, from your local library branch and Council’s Customer Service Centre. For more information, please contact Helen Morrison on 9314 4867 or email helen.morrison@randwick.nsw.gov.au.

Chess Club for Kids

uTUESDAYS 26 APRIL – 31 MAY AND 6 JUNE4.00 – 5.00 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

A club for children in school years 3-6 who want to learn how to play chess as well as those who play chess and would like to improve their skills. Cost: $12 for all sessions during term 2, pre-payment required. Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

TECHconnect Basics One: Getting started with computers

uMONDAY 2 MAY AND 9 MAY2.00 – 3.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Held across two sessions, Getting Started with Computers introduces seniors to how a computer works, how to use a mouse and conquer the keyboard. Participants must be able to attend both sessions. Cost: $10.70 and half price ($5.35) for library gold card members. Bookings and pre-payment are essential in person at the library. Enquiries on 9314 4888. No refunds or transfers for the class fee are available (except in the case of cancellation due to insufficient registrations).

Code Club (Beginners): for kids in years 4-6

uMONDAYS 2 MAY – 6 JUNE 4.00 – 5.00 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

A free club for children in school years 4-6 who want to learn how to make computer games, animations and websites. Free, bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

TECHconnect Online: Facebook

uTUESDAY 3 MAY1.00 – 3.00 PMMALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLE

Learn how to set up a Facebook page, invite friends, search for friends, post a comment, write a message and download a photo. Cost: $5.35. Bookings and pre-payment are essential in person at the library. Enquiries on 9314 4888. No refunds or transfers for the class fee are available (except in the case of cancellation due to insufficient registrations).

The Brick Collective

uTUESDAY 3 MAY AND 7 JUNE4.00 – 5.00 PMMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Show off your brick skills with fun monthly themes and challenges in this all abilities LEGO® club for children in school years 4-6. Free, bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Chess Club for Kids

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May 5

TECHconnect Mobile Technology: iPad for beginners 1

uWEDNESDAY 4 MAY10.30 AM – 12.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Learn the basics of navigating around your iPad in this small class of six students. This hands-on workshop is for iPad owners only; you must bring your own iPad to the session. This is the first part of a two session program. Cost: $5.35. Bookings and pre-payment are essential in person at the library. Enquiries on 9314 4888. No refunds or transfers for the class fee are available (except in the case of cancellation due to insufficient registrations).

Free mulch for Randwick residents

uOVER 5 SATURDAYS, 7 MAY - 4 JUNE10.00 AM – 1.00 PMRANDWICK CITY COUNCIL WORKS DEPOT, 192 STOREY STREET, MAROUBRA

To reduce weeds and promote a healthy, organically cultivated garden. Randwick Council is offering residents free mulch every Saturday from 7 May until 4 June 2016 at the Council Works Depot Top Yard (entrance near corner Storey Street and Flower Street). Limits and conditions apply so please visit www.randwick.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 722 542 to find out more.

Know your child 2-4 years

uSATURDAY 7 MAY 10.30 AM – 12.30 PM BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Discover how your child learns through play. Explore strategies and techniques to encourage positive behaviour in your child. This work shop will be presented by early childhood educator Antonia Folden who has vast experience working with young children and families. Cost: free for Toy Library members, $15 for non-members. Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Your Brain Matters Presentation: The Power of Prevention

uSATURDAY 7 MAY 11.00 AM – 12.30 PMRANDWICK TOWN HALL, RANDWICK

Exploring the five simple steps to maximise your brain health and reduce the risk of developing dementia. Following the presentation feel free to discuss any concerns you may have about your memory with staff from Alzheimer’s Australia and the local Dementia Advisory Service. Free, no bookings are required. For all enquiries contact Frida Kitas on 9399 0972 or Frida.Kitas@randwick.nsw.gov.au.

Ride the HSC Wave: Creative Writing for the HSC

uTUESDAY 10 MAY 6.00 – 8.00 PM BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Presented by Will Kostakis, an award-winning author. Will shares the tips and tricks for mastering the HSC creative writing segment, mixing advice with hands-on exercises to ensure you are best equipped to ace your Discovery short story. Cost: $5 – pay on the night. Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Card Making With Gail Kenward

uMONDAY 9 MAY5.30 – 6.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Take part in a relaxing, creative craft session with gifted card maker Gail Kenward. Each session has a different design theme and allows for specific festivals and calendar days. All craft supplies are provided. Each card made costs $4. Bookings are not required. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

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Your Brain Matters Presentation: The Power of P

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May 7

TECHconnect Mobile Technology: iPad for beginners 2

uWEDNESDAY 11 MAY10.30 AM – 12.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

In this session you will learn about the apps that come with the iPad as well as how to download new applications. You must bring your own iPad to the session. This is the second part of a two session program; you must have completed TECHconnect Mobile Technology: iPad for Beginners 1 to be eligible to enrol. Cost: $5.35. Bookings and pre-payment are essential in person at the library. Enquiries on 9314 4888. No refunds or transfers for the class fee are available (except in the case of cancellation due to insufficient registrations).

Ride the HSC Wave: Chemistry – The Core

uWEDNESDAY 11 MAY 6.00 – 8.00 PM BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Presented by Sarah Carman, recipient of the 2008 NSW Premier’s Award for All-Round Excellence. Sarah holds a BSC (Advanced) from Sydney University. Sarah is a science writer for ABC Radio National, CSIRO and The Royal Institution, and has tutored HSC Chemistry since 2009. Cost: $5 – pay on the night. Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Not Bored Games

uTHURSDAY 12 MAY 4.00 – 5.30 PM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Bored with traditional board games like Cluedo and Monopoly? Come explore and learn how to play new card and board games like: Ticket to Ride, Hanabi, Munchkin and more. Perhaps rediscover a love of the classics like Chess and Uno too. Free for those who are in grades 7– 12 (or equivalent). Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Reel Teens: Beetlejuice

uFRIDAY 13 MAY 4.00 – 5.30 PM BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Get into the spirit of Friday the 13th and join us to watch the Tim Burton classic Beetlejuice on the big screen. Tasty treats will be supplied. Free for those who are in grades 7–12 (or equivalent). Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Cape Banks Family History Talk: Hannah Hibbert - A collection of characters: a history of Randwick Racecourse

uFRIDAY 13 MAY 7.00 PM – 8.45 PM BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Join Hannah Hibbert as she takes us back to the early days of the Racecourse – its architecture, a royal story and the tale of the Munros, one of many local racing families. For more information and bookings please contact 9314 4888 or email contactus@randwick.nsw.gov.au.

Jazzgroove Mothership Orchestra and James Muller

uFRIDAY 13 MAY 7.00 – 8.00 PM RANDWICK TOWN HALL, RANDWICK

Two of the greatest names in jazz join forces to present an incredible celebration of Australian music. Celebrated jazz guitarist James Muller teams up with JMO for an evening of entirely original contemporary works. This is music of a breathtaking variety and diversity - simply dazzling. In-flight Bar and Diner opens at 6.00pm. Ticket cost: $22 ($20 concession). Bookings essential: 1300 306 776 or www.tickets4me.com.

Not Bored Games

Jazzgroove Mothership Orchestra with Jam

es Muller

Ride the HSC Wave: Chemistry

May 9

Tech Savvy Seniors in GreekΒασικά μαθήματα computer στην ελληνική γλώσσα

uMONDAYS 10.00 AM – 12.00 PM 16, 23, 30 MAY AND 6 JUNE16 ΜΆΙΟΣ, 23 ΜΆΙΟΣ, 30 ΜΆΙΟΣ, 6 ΙΟΎΝΙΟΣBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Introduction to the Computer Εισαγωγη στους ηλεκτρονικους υπολογιστες

Introduction to the Internet – Part 1 Εισαγωγή στο Διαδίκτυο - Μέρος 1

Introduction to the Internet – Part 2 Εισαγωγή στο Διαδίκτυο - Μέρος 2

Introduction to EmailΕισαγωγή στο ηλεκτρονικο ταχυδρομειο

Free, bookings are required. For more information, please call 9314 4888. Οι κρατήσεις είναι απαραίτητες: 9314 4888.

TECHconnect Basics Two: Introduction to the internet

uMONDAY 16 AND 23 MAY2.00 – 3.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Held across two sessions, this course introduces seniors to the internet and how to navigate around websites. You must be able to attend both sessions and have completed TECHconnect Basics One (or have equivalent skills with mouse and keyboard). Cost: $10.70 and half price ($5.35) for library gold card members. Bookings and pre-payment are essential in person.Enquiries on 9314 4888. No refunds or transfers for the class fee are available (except in the case of cancellation by the library).

Totally Random Book Club: For kids in years 3-6

uMONDAY 16 MAY AND 20 JUNE4.00 – 4.45 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

uTUESDAY 17 MAY AND 21 JUNE4.00 – 4.45 PMMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Come along and find out about the hottest new books and series being released, chat about what we’re reading, make cool stuff and borrow new books. Free, bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

TECHconnect Online: Facebook

uWEDNESDAY 18 MAY10.30 AM – 12.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Learn how to set up a Facebook page, invite friends, search for friends, post a comment, write a message and download a photo. Cost: $5.35. Bookings and pre-payment are essential in person at the library. Enquiries on 9314 4888. No refunds or transfers for the class fee are available (except in the case of cancellation due to insufficient registrations).

TECHconnect Classes in Chinese 電腦基礎技能輔導班

MANDARIN AND CANTONESE3RD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH18 MAY AND 15 JUNE1.30 – 4.00 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA 國語和廣東話 每月的第三個星期三下午1點30分至4點 5月18日, 6月15日 BOWEN 圖書館三樓

This monthly tutoring session is for seniors of Chinese speaking background who want to improve their basic computer skills. Free, bookings are required. Call 9314 4888 for more information

本圖書館每月一次為長者舉辦電腦基礎技

能輔導班，適合已經掌握電腦基本知識,

但需要提高使用電腦技巧的長者。輔導內

容包括電腦，智能手機以及平板電腦,如

iPad, tablet等.注: 本活動只提供基礎電

腦知識輔導。凡涉及個人私隱, 例如, 網

上購物, 轉賬等, 請恕我們不能提供輔

導.免費活動，需提前報名9314 4888.如有

語言困難, 可以要求中文傳譯.

Tech Savvy Seniors in Greek

Totally Random Book Club

TECHconnect Classes in Chinese

May 11

Young Adult Writing Group

uWEDNESDAY 18 MAY 4.00 – 5.30 PM BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Do you want to improve your writing skills and unleash your creativity in a judgement-free zone? Join fellow creative writing enthusiasts to discover your inner author. Learn tips to get a story flowing and skills to edit your work and polish your final story. If you’re currently working on a project, bring it with you. Free for those who are in grades 7– 2. Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Sydney Writers’ Festival: In conversation with Debra Adelaide

uWEDNESDAY 18 MAY6.30 – 7.30 PMMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Join celebrated author Debra Adelaide as she discusses her latest novel The Women’s Pages with Professor Maryanne Dever, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at UTS. This is a novel about grief and compromise and their painful consequences. Inspired by Emily Bronte’s Wuthering Heights, it also focuses on themes of creativity and the struggle of women to define who they want to be. Professor Dever is joint Editor-in-Chief of Australian Feminist Studies. Free, bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Robots by EMUs

uMONDAY 18 & 25 MAY, 1, 8, 15 & 22 JUNE 4.30 – 6.00 PM BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Join experienced Robotics mentors from UNSW’s Experimental Mayhem Unit (Team E.M.U.) in this 6 week introductory robotics course. You will learn how to lay out electronic boards, run wire, build, code and drive a robot. For those who are in grades 7–12 (or equivalent) for 2016. Cost: $15 for the six week course. Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Code Club (HTML 1): for kids in years 5-7

uTHURSDAYS 19 MAY - 23 JUNE4.00 – 5.00 PMLEVEL 3, COMPUTER TRAINING ROOM,BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

A free club for children in school years 5-7 who have completed Code Club (Beginners and Continuers) and wish to further develop their coding skills by building and styling their own web pages. Free, bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Teen Book Club

uTHURSDAY 19 MAY 4.00 – 5.30 PM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Join fellow readers in a discussion of titles, genres and film adaptations. This month the group will be discussing Jesse Andrews’ Me and Earl and the Dying Girl and The Cartographer by Peter Twohig. This group is for library members who are in grades 7 – 12 (or equivalent). Free, registration is required on 9314 4888.

Older People, Family and the Law (English)

uTHURSDAY 19 MAY6.00 – 7.00 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

A presentation on legal issues affecting our seniors and their families, now and in the future. Join Tim Mitchell, Director of Bay Legal for a discussion on how to deal with issues relating to estate planning and deceased estates. Topics that will be covered include wills, financial and personal planning, what happens after a person dies and contested estates. Free, bookings are essential. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

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ney Writers’ Festival: In conversation with Debra Adelaide

Young Adult Writing Group

May 13

Code Club (Continuers): for kids in years 4-6

uFRIDAYS 20 MAY - 24 JUNE4.00 – 5.00 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

A free club for children in school years 4-6 who have completed Code Club (Beginners) and wish to further develop their coding skills. Free, bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

RPG in the Library

uSATURDAY 21 MAY12.30 – 3.30 PM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Love playing RPGs and table-top games? Come and get your fix at the regular Saturday sessions. Various RPGs are run, including (but not limited to): Dungeons & Dragons, Lord of The Rings, Pathfinder and Savage Worlds. There are limited places in all games, so book in quickly to reserve your preferred game. Free for those aged 12-25 years. Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

History Talk: Dr Garry Darby: The Waterfront Community at Sans Souci, 1895-1965

uSATURDAY 21 MAY 2.00 – 3.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Join art historian Dr Gary Darby as he takes us back to the days when local “facilitators of fun” ran swimming carnivals for schools and clubs, hired sailing, rowing or motor boats and taught people how to catch fish. This is a joint event held by the Randwick and District Historical Society and Randwick City Library. Cost: gold coin donation for afternoon tea. Bookings are essential. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

National Simultaneous Storytime: Kids’ Club with the Sydney Roosters

TUESDAY 24 MAY10.45 – 11.15 AMMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Join players from Sydney Roosters as they read I Got This Hat (by Jol and Kate Temple) at this special Kids’ Club event, part of National Simultaneous Storytime. Free for children between 3-5 years, bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library (bookings open one week in advance). Enquiries on 9314 4888.

National Simultaneous Storytime: Kids’ Club with players from the South Sydney Rabbitohs

WEDNESDAY 25 MAY10.15 – 10.45 AMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Join players from South Sydney Rabbitohs as they read I Got This Hat (by Jol and Kate Temple) at this special Kids’ Club event, part of National Simultaneous Storytime. Free for children between 3-5 years, bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library (bookings open one week in advance). Enquiries on 9314 4888.

TECHconnect Mobile Technology: Introduction to Android tablets

uWEDNESDAY 25 MAY10.30 AM – 12.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, LEVEL 3, MAROUBRA

Learn the basics of navigating around your Android tablet in this small class of six students. This hands-on workshop is for Android tablet owners only. You must bring your own Android tablet to the session. Free, bookings are essential. This program is funded through a ‘Tech Savvy Seniors’ grant, a partnership between the NSW Government and Telstra. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Ride the HSC Wave : Modern History Core Study – WW I

uWEDNESDAY 25 MAY 6.00 – 8.00 PM BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Presented by Dr. Bruce Dennett, a teacher for more than 40 years, with many of his students finishing in the top ten in the state. He is one of the authors of the Modern History Syllabus, author and co-author of a several history textbooks and has won two NSW Premier’s History prizes. Cost: $5 – pay on the night. Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Older People, Family and the Law (Mandarin) 老年人,家庭與法律(普通話）

uTHURSDAY 26 MAY 20166.00 – 7.00 PM5月26日 下午6點至7點BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

本講座由來自Bay Legal的Codie Loh為您

講解影響老年人與其家庭的現在及將來的

法律條例.討論如何規劃遺產和處理遺留物

業相關的問題.涉及的主題包括: 遺囑, 個

人財務規劃,以及有爭議性的遺產.

講座以普通話為主。但主講人可以用廣東

話解答問題.免費講座,須提前預約,請致

電 9314 4888.

May 15

Writing for Pleasure: Writing From the Heart

uTUESDAYS 24 MAY, 7 JUNE, 21 JUNE AND 5 JULY 1.30 – 3.30 PM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Join our writing group for this four week program exploring the importance of emotional tone in writing and the various ways of communicating these in your work. No experience needed. Be inspired by our facilitator, author Helene Grover. Free, bookings are essential. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Mindfulness in Relationships Seminar

uSATURDAY 28 MAY 10.00 AM – 3.30 PM RANDWICK TOWN HALL, RANDWICK

Presented by Randwick City Council and Carers NSW, this seminar is designed to help participants develop a more mindful approach to relationships. Fiona Goodwin, an experienced Mindfulness facilitator will support participants to develop skills to navigate difficult relationships and deal more effectively with disappointment and frustration. Free, bookings are essential on 9399 0972 or by emailing Frida.Kitas@randwick.nsw.gov.au.

Parenting Tools Workshop

uSATURDAY 28 MAY10.00 AM – 12.00 PMMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

In this engaging workshop, retired paediatric nurse Janet Harris will show you how to use behaviour charts, time out, set routines and guidelines and develop family rules. Janet will take you through alternatives to smacking and many other useful tips learned over a 37 year career. This is a free workshop for adults only. Bookings are essential on 9399 0823 or Avril.Jeans@randwick.nsw.gov.au.

TECHconnect Basics Three: Introduction to email

uMONDAY 30 MAY AND 6 JUNE 2.00 – 3.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Held across two sessions, this course introduces seniors to how email works, opening, reading and replying to emails and more.You must be able to attend both sessions. and have completed TECHconnect Basics One and TECHconnect Basics Two (or equivalent skill level) to be eligible to enrol. Cost: $10.70 and half price ($5.35) for library gold card members. Bookings and pre-payment are essential in person.y. Enquiries on 9314 4888. No refunds or transfers for the class fee are available.

Talking Tech: Facebook (beginners)

uTUESDAY 31 MAY7.00PM – 8.00PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Learn the basics of Facebook including how to set up an account, how to search for and invite friends, post a comment, write messages and share photos. Free, bookings essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888. This is the first part of a two session program; it is suggested that you continue your learning and participate in Talking Tech: Facebook (advanced) on Tuesday 21 June.

Kids’ Club

uMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK TUESDAYS 10.45 – 11.15 AM (AGES 3-5 YEARS)

uBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRAWEDNESDAYS 10.15 – 10.45 AM (AGES 3-5 YEARS)

uMALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLETHURSDAYS 10.30 – 11.00 AM (AGES 3-5 YEARS)

Stories, craft and film for young children and their parents or carers. To ensure the enjoyment of all participants, places are strictly limited. These sessions are not held during the school holidays. Free, bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Babies Love Books

uBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRAMONDAYS 11.15 – 11.45 AM (AGES 0-11 MONTHS)THURSDAYS 10.30 – 11.00 AM (AGES 12-23 MONTHS)

uMALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLEWEDNESDAY 11.15 – 11.45 AM (AGES 0-23 MONTHS)

uMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICKFRIDAY 10.00 – 10.30 AM (AGES 0-11 MONTHS)FRIDAY 10.45 – 11.15 AM (AGES 12-23 MONTHS)FRIDAY 11.30 – 12.00 PM (AGES 12-23 MONTHS)

Rhymes, songs, stories and music every week of the year except during school holidays. To ensure the enjoyment of all participants, places are strictly limited. Free, bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888. Parenting Tools Workshop

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May 17

Bop 2 Books

uMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICKTUESDAYS 10.00 – 10.30 AM

uMALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLEWEDNESDAYS 10.15 – 10.45 AM

uBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRATHURSDAYS 11.30 AM – 12.00 PM

A weekly session of rhymes, music and stories especially for two year olds. These sessions are not held during the school holidays. Spaces are limited. Free, bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Saturday Storytime at Malabar Library

uEVERY SATURDAY10.30 – 11.00 AMMALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLE

Join us for a morning of stories and fun at Malabar Branch library. This is a session suitable for babies and toddlers from birth to five years. This session is not available during the school holidays or on public holidays. Free, bookings are not required. Enquiries on 9661 6192.

English Conversation Classes

uMONDAY TO FRIDAY AT VARIOUS TIMES TERM 2: 26 APRIL TO 1 JULY BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

English conversation classes are available for those who wish to learn conversational English with trained tutors. Beginners to intermediate levels of fluency are provided for. Cost: $12 per term. There are no classes during school holidays. For more information contact 9314 4888.

Book Club for People from Non-English Speaking Backgrounds

uFORTNIGHTLY MEETINGS ON MONDAYS DURING SCHOOL TERM2, 16, 30 MAY AND 20 JUNE1.30 – 3.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

This book club aims to encourage people from non-English speaking backgrounds to actively involve themselves in discussions and to share their thoughts about books under review. Book titles selected for this club are abridged versions of English fiction titles written by popular authors. For more information, call 9314 4888.

Little Pandas Club 开心小熊猫乐园

uMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH 3 MAY AND 7 JUNE11.30 AM – 12.00 PM

每月第一个星期二11点30分至12点在MARGARET MARTIN 图书馆举行. 5月3日, 6月7日

uBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRATHIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH 18 MAY AND 15 JUNE11.30 AM – 12.00 PM

每月第三个星期三11点30分至12点 在BOWEN 图书馆举行. 5月18日, 6月15日

Children’s songs and rhymes in Mandarin followed by a short film or story telling every month. No bookings required. All pre-schoolers and parents welcome. For more information please contact 9314 4888. 每月一次中文儿童活动,期间会有儿歌, 童

谣以及中文短片或者讲故事.免费活动,无

需预定. 欢迎所有学前儿童参加.

Ladushki, Ladushki: Russian Storytime

uFOURTH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH DURING SCHOOL TERMS 26 MAY AND 23 JUNE10.45 – 11.15 AMMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Rhymes, songs, stories and music for 0-5 year olds presented in Russian. Free, bookings are not required. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

стишки, песенки, сказки и музыка для детей от 0 до 5 лет представлены на русском языке.

Los Bebés Aman Los Libros - Spanish Babies Love Books

uSECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH 10.15 – 10.45 AM 10 MAY AND 14 JUNEBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Rhymes, songs, stories and music in Spanish for children aged 0–24 months. All welcome. Free, bookings are not required. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Los bebés aman los libros, 0-24 meses. Rimas, canciones, cuentos y música en español. El segundo martes de cada mes de 10.15 am a 10.45 am excepto durante las vacaciones escolares. Están invitados. No es necesario reservar lugar. Para más información, llamar a Claudia o Magnolia al telefóno 9314 4888.

Bop 2 Books

Little Pandas Club

June 19

Babies Love Books in Japanese 赤ちゃんのための読み聞かせuFOURTH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH 24 MAY AND 28 JUNE 11.30 AM – 12.00 PM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Babies Love Books in Japanese is a monthly program for children 0-5 years. Children can enjoy music, rhymes and stories every 4th Tuesday, except during school holidays and on public holidays. Free, bookings are not required. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

毎月第四週の火曜日に０－５歳児を対象に、日本の絵本や紙芝居の読み聞かせの会を催しています。（スクールホリデーと祝祭日を除く）みんなでお話を聞いたり、リズム遊び、童謡を歌いましょう！

Create! Art classes with Lily Oen

uTWO SESSIONS EVERY TUESDAY 10.30 AM – 12.30 PM OR 1.00 – 3.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Unleash your creative potential in one of our Tuesday art workshops, under the talented guidance of Lily Oen. The classes focus on developing painting and drawing skills. The second session is longer as it may contain a craft element. Cost: $3 per session. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Bushcare VolunteersuVARIOUS DAYS AND LOCATIONS WITHIN RANDWICK CITY COUNCIL

Join Randwick City Council in rehabilitating our natural environment, removing weeds, planting local native plants and installing soil erosion controls. For dates and times refer to the website calendar at: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au. Wear old gardening clothes, covered shoes and a hat. On the job training provided. To participate contact Council’s Bushcare Officer on 9399 0708 or email bushcare@randwick.nsw.gov.au.

Des Renford Leisure Centre – Gym and Crèche

uROBEY ST, MAROUBRA

Come in and enjoy our facilities encompassing a gym with cardio, resistance, group fitness and spin areas; a purpose built crèche with quiet room and own amenities. Crèche is only $3.60/2hours per child! Go to the Gym, swim, group fit class or just have a coffee! For more information about classes and session times please call 9370 7600, email drlc@randwick.nsw.gov.au or visit the website at www.drlc.com.au.

Spark! Adventurers ClubuFOUR SESSIONS ON WEDNESDAYS:1, 8, 15 AND 22 JUNE 3.45 – 4.45 PMMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

A membership only club for inquisitive young scientists in school years K-2. Members experiment, learn and discover through hands-on science-based workshops and activities. Cost: $35, inclusive of all four sessions, pre-payment required. Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

World Environment Day Celebration

uWEDNESDAY 1 JUNE 20166.00 PM (5.30PM REGISTRATION)RANDWICK COMMUNITY CENTRE, RANDWICK

Join us for a celebration of sustainability, cultural inclusion and shared values for our Planet. Enjoy an evening of presentations, music and dance by a range of interfaith and community organisations. Bookings essential - call 1300 722 542 or register online at www.randwick.nsw.gov.au. For enquiries call Natalya on 9314 4862 or email teameco@randwick.nsw.gov.au. Parking is available.

World Environment Day Celebration

Des Renford Leisure Centre Gym and Creche

June 21

Writing for Pleasure: Writing From the Heart

uTHURSDAYS 2 JUNE, 16 JUNE, 30 JUNE AND 14 JULY1.30 – 3.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Join our writing group for this four week program exploring the importance of emotional tone in writing and the various ways of communicating these in your work. No experience needed. Be inspired by our facilitator, author Helene Grover. Free, bookings are essential. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Writing for Pleasure Book Launch: A Patchwork of Stories

uTHURSDAY 2 JUNE5.30 – 6.30 PMMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Join Randwick City Library’s writing group to celebrate the launch of their first collection of short stories. Bookings are essential online www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Your Brain Matters Presentation

uSATURDAY 4 JUNE FROM 11.00 AM – 12.30 PM PRINCE HENRY NURSING AND MEDICAL MUSEUM 2 BRODIE AVE, LITTLE BAY

Exploring the five simple steps to maximise your brain health and reduce the risk of developing dementia. Following the presentation feel free to discuss any concerns you may have about your memory with staff from Alzheimer’s Australia and the local Dementia Advisory Service. No bookings are required. For all enquiries contact Frida Kitas on 9399 0972 or Frida.Kitas@randwick.nsw.gov.au.

TECHconnect Mobile Technology: Introduction to smart phones

uWEDNESDAY 8 JUNE10.30 AM – 12.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, LEVEL 3, MAROUBRA

Phones used to be all about making calls, but now your mobile can do so much more. Smartphones allow you to access the internet, use social media and lots more. Free, bookings are essential. This program is funded through a ‘Tech Savvy Seniors’ grant, a partnership between the NSW Government and Telstra. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Author Talk: An Evening with Jane Caro

uWEDNESDAY 8 JUNE6.30 – 7.30 PMMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Join popular social commentator, novelist, journalist and broadcaster Jane Caro as she discusses her candid memoir Plain Speaking Jane – an unflinchingly honest celebration of a perfectly imperfect life. With razor sharp insight and wit, Jane reveals her own perceived limitations, and talks frankly about her battle with anxiety, a condition affecting one in three Australian women. Free, bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Not Bored Games

uTHURSDAY 9 JUNE 4.00 – 5.30 PM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Bored with traditional board games like Cluedo and Monopoly? Come explore and learn how to play new card and board games like: Ticket to Ride, Hanabi, Munchkin and more. Perhaps rediscover a love of the classics like chess and Uno too. Free for those who are in grades 7 – 12 (or equivalent). Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Topology and The Australian Voices

uFRIDAY 10 JUNE 7.00 – 8.00PMRANDWICK TOWN HALL, RANDWICK

Queensland’s new music quintet Topology and The Australian Voices bring together the most memorable historical speeches from prime ministers with exceptional musicianship to create Unrepresentative Swill. Traversing pivotal moments that have shaped our nation, this is an extraordinary and musically absorbing event. Ticket cost: $22 ($20 concession). Bookings essential: 1300 306 776 or www.tickets4me.com

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June 23

Cape Banks Family History Talk: Clare Ashton - The animal mascots of WW1 soldiers

uFRIDAY 10 JUNE 7.00 – 8.45 PM BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Clare Ashton is a New Zealand registered nurse and midwife. Her interest in the history of WW1 nursing grew from researching the history of the Karitane Mothercraft Society in New South Wales. Free, bookings are essential. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Card Making With Gail Kenward

uMONDAY 13 JUNE5.30 – 6.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Take part in a relaxing, creative craft session with gifted card maker Gail Kenward. Each session has a different design theme and allows for specific festivals, and calendar days. All craft supplies are provided. All craft supplies are provided. Each card made costs $4. Bookings are not required. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

TECHconnect Online: Introduction to social media 1

uWEDNESDAY 15 JUNE10.30 AM – 12.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, LEVEL 3, MAROUBRA

You have heard about Facebook, Skype, Twitter and Flickr, but might not be sure about what they do or how to use them. This session demonstrates how they work. Free, bookings are essential. This program is funded through a ‘Tech Savvy Seniors’ grant, a partnership between the NSW Government and Telstra. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Young Adult Writing Group

uWEDNESDAY 15 JUNE 4.00 – 5.30 PM BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Do you want to improve your writing skills and unleash your creativity in a judgement-free zone? Join fellow creative writing enthusiasts to discover your inner author. Learn tips to get a story flowing and skills to edit your work and polish your final story. If you’re currently working on a project, bring it with you. Free for those who are in grades 7– 2. Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Teen Book Club

uTHURSDAY 16 JUNE 4.00 – 5.30 PM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Join fellow readers in a discussion of titles, genres and film adaptations. This month the group will be discussing the genre of historical fiction through Ransom Riggs’ Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children and Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen. This group is for library members who are in grades 7 – 12 (or equivalent). Free, registration is required on 9314 4888.

RPG in the Library

uSATURDAY 18 JUNE12.30 – 3.30 PM MARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Love playing RPGs and table-top games? Come and get your fix at the regular Saturday sessions. Various RPGs are run, including (but not limited to): Dungeons & Dragons, Lord of The Rings, Savage Worlds and Star Wars. There are limited places in all games, so book in quickly to reserve your preferred game. Free for those aged 12-25 years. Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Home Made Play

uSATURDAY 18 JUNE10.30 – 12.30 PM BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Explore how to foster your child’s play, learning and imagination using everyday things at home and outdoors. This friendly workshop will give you the opportunity to learn how to encourage your child to explore and investigate their home and local environment. Cost: free for Toy Library members, $15 for non-members. Bookings are essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Youth Mental Health Information Session

uSATURDAY 18 JUNE 11.00 AM – 3.00 PM PRINCE HENRY CENTRE, LITTLE BAY

Join us for an interactive session about mental health issues impacting youth in Randwick City and surrounding areas Learn about mood disorders, self harm, psychosis, behavioural problems and how to build resilience in younger people. This FREE information session will be facilitated by Clinical Psychologist, Jane Randall and is suitable for parents, carers, teachers and community workers. For all enquires contact Frida Kitas on 9399 0972 or by emailing Frida.kitas@randwick.nsw.gov.au.

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June 25

History Talk: Ann Whitehead - The Emperor’s shadow: Betsy and the Balcombe family of St Helena and NSW

uSATURDAY 18 JUNE2.00 – 3.30 PM BOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Join Dr Anne Whitehead as she speaks about her book Betsy and the Emperor: The True Story of Napoleon, a pretty girl, a Regency rake and an Australian colonial misadventure. This is a joint event held by the Randwick and District Historical Society and Randwick City Library. Cost: gold coin donation for afternoon tea, Bookings are essential. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

TECHconnect Online: Sharing Photos & Other Attachments Online

uMONDAY 20 JUNE2.00 – 4.00 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Learn how to select the right internet plan and manage costs associated with connecting to the internet. Free, bookings are essential. This program is funded through a ‘Tech Savvy Seniors’ grant, a partnership between the NSW Government and Telstra. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

TECHconnect Mobile Technology: iPad for beginners 1

uTUESDAY 21 JUNE1.00 – 3.00 PMMALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLE

Learn the basics of navigating around your iPad in this small class of six students. This hands-on workshop is for iPad owners only; you must bring your own iPad to the session. This is the first part of a two session program. Cost: $5.35. Bookings and pre-payment are essential in person at the library. Enquiries on 9314 4888. No refunds or transfers for the class fee are available.

TECHconnect Online: Introduction to social media 2

uWEDNESDAY 22 JUNE10.30 AM – 12.30 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

This session walks you through the process for setting up profiles in Facebook, Google and Twitter. This is the second part of a two session program; you must have completed TECHconnect Online: Introduction to social media 1 to be eligible to enroll. Free, bookings are essential. This program is funded through a ‘Tech Savvy Seniors’ grant, a partnership between the NSW Government and Telstra. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

How to Survive Tantrums

uSATURDAY 25 JUNE10.00 AM – 12.00 PMMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

In this engaging workshop you will learn how to act calm even when you don’t feel it. Retired paediatric nurse Janet Harris will take you through how to be a role model for the behaviour you want to see in your children, how to set guidelines and stick to them and many other useful tips learned over a 37 year nursing career. This is a free workshop for adults only. Bookings are essential and open on 25 May on 9399 0823 or Avril.Jeans@randwick.nsw.gov.au.

Suicide Prevention Training Workshop

uSATURDAY 25 JUNE 10.00 AM – 2.00 PMLEVEL 1, BOWEN LIBRARY MAROUBRA

This free workshop is designed to teach people how to identify the signs that someone may be at risk of suicide and what appropriate action to take. Wesley LifeForce suicide prevention training will equip participants with a variety of skills in managing suicidal crisis. Hurry to book a spot as places are limited. For all enquiries contact Frida Kitas on 9399 0972.

Randwick Vintage Fair

uSATURDAY 25 JUNE: 10.00 AM – 5.00 PMSUNDAY 26 JUNE: 10.00 AM – 4.00 PMRANDWICK TOWN HALL, RANDWICK

Over twenty dealers selling vintage clothing, jewellery, fashion accessories homeware and vinyl from all eras. Delicious food from the In-flight Diner including Devonshire teas and other homemade treats. Don’t miss ‘Brideswear Revisited - the Vintage Bride’, an exhibition of wedding dresses from the forties to the eighties. This is a free community event.

TECHconnect class: iPad Beginner 2

uTUESDAY 28 JUNE1.00 – 3.00 PMMALABAR LIBRARY, MATRAVILLE

In this session you will learn about the apps that come with the iPad as well as how to download new applications. You must bring your own iPad to the session. This is the second part of a two session program; you must have completed TECHconnect Mobile Technology: iPad for Beginners 1 to be eligible to enrol. Cost: $5.35. Bookings and pre-payment are essential in person at the library. Enquiries on 9314 4888. No refunds or transfers for the class fee are available (except in the case of cancellation due to insufficient registrations).

June 27

Talking Tech: Facebook (advanced)

uTUESDAY 28 JUNE7.00 – 8.00 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Now you know the basics, let’s look at some more advanced skills including managing your privacy, liking pages and managing your timeline. This is the second part of a two session program; it is suggested that you attend Talking Tech: Facebook (beginners) on Tuesday 31 May or have a basic level of competency with Facebook to participate in this session. Free, bookings essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Author Talk: Ron Ringer – St Jude’s Church

uWEDNESDAY 29 JUNE 6.30 – 8 .00 PMMARGARET MARTIN LIBRARY, RANDWICK

Join historian Ron Ringer as he explores the fascinating history of St Jude’s Church. St Jude’s is part of a significant heritage group that includes the church, the cemetery, the rectory and the original Randwick Borough Chambers. The church has commissioned Ron to research and write its history, published in 2016, and available for sale on the night. Free, bookings are essential. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Health Talk: Osteoporosis

uTHURSDAY 30 JUNE1.00 – 2.00 PMBOWEN LIBRARY, MAROUBRA

Join Michelle Chapman from Arthritis & Osteoporosis NSW as she discusses this condition which causes bones become fragile and brittle, leading to a higher risk of fractures than in normal bones. This is a joint event held by the Randwick/Eastern Suburbs Club of Soroptimist International and Randwick City Library. Free, bookings essential online: www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library. Enquiries on 9314 4888.

Our regular activities

The activities listed on pages 15 to 18 continue on a regular basis into June unless otherwise stated:

u Kids’ Club

u Babies Love Books

u Bop 2 Books

u Saturday Storytime at Malabar

u Los bebés aman los libros: Babies Love Books in Spanish

u Little Pandas Club: Chinese Storytime

u Ladushki Ladushki: Russian Storytime

u Babies Love Books in Japanese

u English conversation classes

u Literacy Book Club

u Create! with Lily Oen

u Bushcare Volunteers

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To register, or for more information visit www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library or phone 9314 4888

www.randwick.nsw.gov.au All locations listed on this page are wheelchair accessible.

Bowen Library and Community Centre 669 - 673 Anzac Parade MAROUBRA NSW 2035 9314 4888

Margaret Martin Library Level 1 Royal Randwick Shopping Centre Belmore Road RANDWICK NSW 2031 9399 6966

Randwick Community Nursery 2B Barker Street KINGSFORD 2032 9399 0933

Malabar Community Library 1203 Anzac Parade MATRAVILLE NSW 2035 9661 6192

Randwick Town Hall Corner Frances and Avoca Streets RANDWICK 2031 9399 0999

Des Renford Leisure Centre Robey Street MAROUBRA 2035 9349 1106