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February 15: Comedy at the Racehorse
Have a laugh at Racehorse Hotel
Want a good laugh? Racehorse Hotel has lined up two of the funniest comedians in the business, Rob Brown and Mark McConville. This is an 18+ event.
WHEN: 6.30pm-10pm
WHERE: 215 Brisbane Road, Booval
COST: Dinner and show $25, just the show pre-sale $10, just the show on the door $15. Book on 3282 1222.
Workshops rail museum curator tour
Meet the museum’s curator at the Moving Goods gallery at the entrance for a special tour. Hear the history of the site and learn some interesting facts along the way. The tour takes about 30 minutes.
WHEN: Starts 11.15am
WHERE: The Workshops Rail Museum, North St, North Ipswich
COST: Included in the price of entry. Adults $14.50, concession $12.50, Child 3-15 $11.50, Family $44.50.
Women's self defence
Join De Been 100% Jiu Jitsu and learn self-confidence and simple techniques to have the highest possible chance to defend yourself should the need ever arise in a real life situation. The focus is on teaching practical methods for women to ward off an assailant.
WHEN: 5.30pm-6.15pm
WHERE: 5/31 Ipswich City Mall (above Bendigo Bank)
COST: Gold coin donation
Learn PC: Basic Computers, Internet and Email
This three week course will take you through the basics of computers. Understand how to use an internet browser and explore the internet, set up an email account and send emails with attachments.
Week 3: Setting up and using email, includes:
How to set up a Google Mail (Gmail) account
Sending emails with attachments
Discussion about email spam and scams
Email etiquette
WHEN: 10am-12pm
WHERE: Redbank Plains Library, Moreton Avenue, Redbank Plains
COST: Free
Learn to Skate Board
Learn to skateboard with a friendly female coach in an all-girl environment with seven free clinics covering skating and longboarding. All the gear is provided and anyone can participate, from absolute beginners to those looking to learn a few more tricks. Sign up today!
WHEN: 3pm – 6pm
WHERE: Rotary Park, 252 Brisbane Road, Bundamba
COST: Free
Built for Speed
Design, build and race your Lego hot rod, dragster or supercar down rad ramps and slick tracks. Modify your ride for extra speed then re-race your turbocharged wheels for ultimate victory.
WHEN: 10am-5pm daily, until February 18
WHERE: Ipswich Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place, Nicholas St, Ipswich
COST: $5 per person or $15 for a family pass (admits up to five people. Must include at least one adult). Free for under 2s.
Chris Doyle
Dance the day away as the one man big band treats you to a greatest hits party, from swing standards to jazz classics and everything in between.
WHEN: 11am
WHERE: Brothers Leagues Club, Wildey Street, Raceview
COST: Free
Minecraft: Raspberry Pi
Take your computing skills to a new level. Use our Raspberry Pi kits to build your own Minecraft server. Design, create and survive. Build your Minecraft skills from the ground up.
WHEN: 3.30pm-5.30pm
WHERE: Ipswich Central Library, training room, 40 South St
COST: Free, but bookings essential
Sashiko Demo
Find out more about Sashiko. Sashiko originated in Japan as a way to mend and reinforce garments. It then evolved into a unique form of embroidery.
WHEN: 10am-10.30am
WHERE: Shop 2 West Street, Ipswich
COST: Free
Raff De at CSI Ipswich
WHEN: 11am – 2pm
WHERE: CSI, 5A Lowry Street, Ipswich
COST: Free
19th & 20th Century Works
View some of the finest pieces from the Ipswich Art Gallery’s collection of 19 th and early 20 th century fine art and folk art, as well as contemporary works reflecting Ipswich’s heritage.
WHEN: 10am-5pm daily, until October 14
WHERE: Ipswich Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place, Nicholas St, Ipswich
COST: Free entry
DragonBall Super Weekly Comp
WHEN: Every Thursday 7pm – 10pm
WHERE: Good Games Ipswich, Shop 1, 44 East Street, Ipswich
COST: $10
Bunch of Blokes social group
Join this men only social group. Activities include cooking, gardening, cards and board games. Shared lunch provided. More info on 3879 3004.
WHEN: 10am-1.30pm
WHERE: Gailes Community House, 30 Karina Street, Gailes
COST: $4
Kids workshops at Redbank Plaza
Workshops for children aged two to five are held at Redbank Plaza each Tuesday and Thursday. Children can enjoy fun, energetic, exciting sports based activity sessions. The sessions are designed to promote play-based learning. Places are limited, more info here .
WHEN: 11am and 11.30am, each Tuesday and Thursday
WHERE: Redbank Plaza, 1 Collingwood Drive, Redbank
COST: Free
Tech savvy seniors: Virtually steamed
It’s never too late to learn. Become a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and maths) powered senior. Build new skills and get connected in a relaxed environment. This session looks at the world through the lens of a Virtual Reality headset. Immersive experiences, digital painting and gaming fun. You’ve got to try it to believe it. Adults 55+ years.
WHEN: 10am-12pm
WHERE: Ipswich Central Library, training room, 40 South St, Ipswich
COST: Free event
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