Lane Cove Library

30 minute filming induction

Thursday 22 May, 12.00pm. Put the brakes on traffic offencePutting the brakes on traffic offences. Join us for this special Law Week webinar all about traffic fines and the law. This webinar will cover general options for penalty notices, problems with going to court, camera detected offences, demerit points vs immediate licence suspensions, Court electing […]

Thursday 22 May, 2:00pm. Enhance your communicationCommunicate confidently and effectively. Join our 2-hour workshop presented by Relationships Australia’s Family Relationship Centre. Explore communication dynamics, communications styles and practical strategies to enhance interactions. Family Relationships Centre examples illustrate how to apply these concepts in everyday life. Insightful book recommendations will further your learning, growth and empowerment. […]

Friday 23 May, 12.00pm. Learn what's legalNearly everyone has a mobile phone. But do you know your rights and the laws related to mobile phones? When can you use a mobile phone while driving? Can you record other people in public? Can people film you? Can you secretly record a phone conversation? Do you have […]

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.

30 minute podcasting induction

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.

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.

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 as […]

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 […]

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) […]

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 […]

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.

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.

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 […]

Saturday 5 July, 2:00pm. Join Australian author Alicia Thompson for this creative workshopJoin Australian author Alicia Thompson in this short story writing workshop. Alicia is an experienced writing workshop presenter and has published two of her own novels. Learn helpful tips and advice on crafting your own short stories. Alicia’s books will be available to […]