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11 Things to Do: September 5 to 7
1. From Antarctica to the Reef
Join authors and illustrators Kim Michelle Toft ( Coral Sea Dreaming ) and Coral Tulloch ( Phasmid: The Lord Howe Island Stick Insect ) for a hands-on workshop that will entertain, inspire and educate. Recommended for children aged 5-8.
WHEN: Tuesday 5 September, 4pm to 5pm
WHERE: Ipswich Central Library, South Street, Ipswich
COST: Free
2. Shayne Crump
From smooth dinner and cocktail music to soulful grooves and party hits, you’ll be dancing the night away with Shayne’s solo show.
WHEN: Wednesday 6 September, 7pm to 10.30pm
WHERE: Club Services Ipswich, 5A Lowry Street, North Ipswich
COST: Free
3. Didgeridoo Jam
Come along for a jam or bring a blanket and listen to a mix of instruments combined with the didgeridoo.
WHEN: Thursday 7 September, 7pm to 10pm
WHERE: 10 Lorikeet Lane‚ Bellbird Park
COST: Free
4. Steve Hill
This week’s instalment of Morning Melodies features solo artist Steve Hill in the Sky Lounge.
WHEN: Thursday 7 September, 11am to 2pm
WHERE: Goodna Services Club, 32 Woogaroo Street, Goodna
COST: Free
5. Escape with Jack Heath
Jack Heath already has 20 books to his name as a 31-year-old. Hear his story and learn why the Sydney sider is one of Australia’s hottest young authors.
WHEN: Tuesday 5 September, 6pm to 7pm
WHERE: The Risson Centre, Pearse Drive, Brassall
COST: Free
6. RE: Location – Works by Lyne Marshall
Lyne Marshall is a modern artist traveller whose explorations provide the inspiration for her work. Her latest exhibition looks at the legacy left by her ancestors.
WHEN: Now until Monday 16 October
WHERE: Ipswich Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place, Ipswich
COST: Free
7. Whitehead Retrosepctive
Explore a legacy of the past and unlock Ipswich history through iconic images from the Whitehead Collection.
WHEN: Thursday 7 September, 6pm to 7.30pm
WHERE: Ipswich Central Library Barry Jones Auditorium, South Street, Ipswich
COST: Free
8. Stardust Story Time
Share stories, rhymes, songs and games that help build language and literacy skills for children.
WHEN: Thursday 7 September, 6.15pm to 6.45pm
WHERE: Redbank Plaza Library, 1 Collingwood Drive, Redbank
COST: Free
9. Journaling with Trace Balla
Learn sketching skills with acclaimed illustrator Trace Balla, author of Children’s Book Council of Australia 2017 Young Readers Book of the Year Rockhopping.
WHEN: Wednesday 6 September, 4pm to 5pm
WHERE: Ipswich Central Library, South Street, Ipswich
COST: Free
10. Boot Camp
Ipswich City Council’s Active Parks program continues with this early morning session that is sure to get your heart racing. Remember to bring water and a towel and wear a hat.
WHEN: Thursday 7 September, 6.30am
WHERE: Browns Park, 29 Downs Street, North Ipswich
COST: Free
11. Minecrafting a Story
Young writers can learn how to build an exciting adventure story in Minecraft . Sandy Fussell will take you on a journey of discovery, so be sure to stock your inventory.
WHEN: Thursday 7 September, 4pm to 5pm
WHERE: Ipswich Central Library Barry Jones Auditorium, South Street, Ipswich
COST: Free
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