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Moments in Music – A History of Opera

Lane Cove Library, Library Walk Library Place, Lane Cove, NSW, Australia

Wednesday 28 May, 10:00am. Fascinating history of Opera.This fascinating talk begins in Italy during the Renaissance, over 400 years ago, and travels around the world to the present day. Join local musician Graham Ball will take you through the development of opera.Free event. Bookings essential.

1955 Movie Retrospective: To catch a thief

Lane Cove Library 1 Library Walk, Lane Cove, NSW

Thursday 5 June, 2:30pm. Award winning Alfred Hitchcock filmA romantic thriller starring Cary Grant and Grace Kelly, the film was directed by the award-winning Alfred Hitchcock. With its stunning locations in the south of France, this great entertainer is a visual spectacle which received 5 Oscar nominations and one award. Rated G. Bookings essential.

Digital Discoveries @ Lane Cove

Lane Cove Library 1 Library Walk, Lane Cove, NSW

Friday 6 June, 9:30am. One-on-one assistance with technology.Digital Discoveries is a 30-minute session where you receive one-on-one assistance to answer your technology questions (covers laptops, phones, tablets, internet, etc.)Please bring along your device. Free event. For Adults.Bookings essential.

Film & Sound Induction: Focus on Filming @ St Leonards

St Leonards Library LG Level, 88 Christie Street, St Leonards, NSW, Australia

30 minute filming inductionJoin us for a 30 minute, Film and Sound Studio group induction focusing on filming. Learn how to create quality photography, audio, presentations, interviews, and more.Library staff will familiarise you with the studio and the safe use of filming equipment. Learn how to use our 'one-touch' recording set up, which is the […]

Poetry Workshop with Judith Beveridge

Lane Cove Library 1 Library Walk, Lane Cove, NSW

Saturday 14 June, 2:00pm. Join award winning poet Judith Beveridge for this creative workshopWell known Australian poet Judith Beveridge has taught creative writing at the University of Technology, Sydney, University of Newcastle, and the University of Sydney. Judith was poetry editor for Meanjin from 2005 – 2015, has published numerous poems, and is the recipient […]

Military History Talk – Battles of Tobruk 1941

Lane Cove Library Library Walk, Lane Cove, NSW, Australia

Tuesday 8 April, 6:15pm. 1000 POWs Sandakan death marchesThe Western Desert Campaign in 1941 saw the Australian 6th Division capture Tobruk from the Italians. When Rommel entered the campaign the Australian 9th Division then defended Tobruk in an epic four-month siege earning them the nickname of the ‘Rats of Tobruk’. Lieutenant Colonel Rod Cooke (Retd) […]

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Learn to Love your Laptop

Lane Cove Library 1 Library Walk, Lane Cove, NSW

Thursdays 12 and 19 June. Gain confidence on your laptop. Experienced computer trainer, Ferg Brand, will deliver a two-lesson program on Windows 10 and Windows 11 to help you feel more confident using your laptop. During these two friendly, small group sessions you will learn to navigate around the screen, keyboard and mouse as well […]

Makerspace Night @ Lane Cove

Lane Cove Library 1 Library Walk, Lane Cove, NSW

Thursday 19 June, 5:30pm or 7:00pm.Enjoy Enjoy an evening of designing and making. If you are an experienced maker, bring your own idea to life using the 3D Printer, Laser Cutter, Soldering Iron or Cricut Maker. If you are a new maker, join our Cricut Maker session to create practical or decorative designs to upcycle […]

Seed Saving Secrets @ Lane Cove

Lane Cove Library 1 Library Walk, Lane Cove, NSW

Saturday 21 June, 2:00pm. Tips and tricks for saving seedsMeet local homesteader and permaculture expert Margaret Mossakowska, of Moss House, who will teach you tips and tricks to harvesting, processing, and storing seeds from your garden.Bookings essential.

Moments in Music – Verdi and Puccini

Lane Cove Library, Library Walk Library Place, Lane Cove, NSW, Australia

Wednesday 25 June, 10:00am. Two great opera composersJoin local musician Graham Ball as he reflects on the lives, and music, of two great opera composers, Guiseppe Verdi and Giacomo Puccini. Bookings essential.

Creating Podcasts @ St Leonards

St Leonards Library LG Level, 88 Christie Street, St Leonards, NSW, Australia

Thursday 26 June 2:30pm. Explore the world of podcastingAre you ready to explore the world of podcasting? Get hands-on experience with our podcasting essential tools like the RODE Caster Pro II to control your audio like a pro and the ATEM Mini Pro for seamless camera switching. We will even be demonstrating how to add […]