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26, September 2009
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Library eNews
Welcome to Library eNews, where we keep you up to date with all the latest news, events and happenings at Gold Coast Libraries.
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For the latest information on what's happening at your local branch library, go to the current Calendar of Events.
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Cultures on the Coast - Iran
Join Gold Coast City Council Libraries for a day of free cultural activities brought to you by the Gold Coast Persian community. Activities include visual journeys, Persian miniature painting, Persian carpet weaving, costume display and a traditional food demonstration. All sessions are free.
See the  Cultures on the Coast - Iran program (PDF 101KB) for session and booking details.
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Readers' Rendezvous with Liz Byrski
Best-selling Australian author, Liz Byrski, will join us for a special Readers' Rendezvous event to discuss her latest release, Bad Behaviour.
Don't miss this chance to meet and hear Liz discuss her journey as a writer, as well as enjoy a chat with other book lovers on the Coast.
Light refreshments will be served and Liz's books will be available for purchase on the night.
For more information about Liz, visit Liz Byrski's website. If you'd like to read a bit more about Bad Behaviour, read her press release (PDF 52KB).
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Meet and hear the team from the smash hit 4 Ingredients cook book series.
Hear Kim McCosker and Rachael Bermingham, co-authors of 4 Ingredients, Australia's biggest and bestselling cookbook of 2007 and 2008.
Book now on (07) 5581 7180 to avoid disappointment.
Visit the 4 Ingredients website for more information about the books, which will be available for purchase on the day.
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Techno Expo
It's back and it's bigger and better than ever! Two exciting days introducing and exploring the internet, new gadgets and technology through hands-on workshops and information sessions. Sessions include introduction to building websites, digital photography basics, entertainment on the web, online communities, connecting with customers for small businesses, and lots more.
See the full Techno Expo program (PDF 895KB) for session and booking details.
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School holidays - are you game to play?
Test your skills at the games your parents and grandparents used to play. Guaranteed to make you laugh. No console required.
Check out the full program in the Calendar of Events.
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Adult Learners' Week
Adult Learners' Week on the Gold Coast is part of an international festival of learning. Whether learning something new or picking up an existing interest, join Gold Coast City Council Libraries and Learning Network Queensland as we celebrate Adult Learners' Week with a variety of informative talks and interactive workshops. All sessions are FREE.
See the Adult Learners' Week program (PDF 43KB) for session and booking details.
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Learn to manage your money
Learn how to take control of your personal finances. In this free four-week course, learn how to set personal financial goals, prepare a spreadsheet to plan for household bills, understand superannuation, manage your debt, and understand your rights and responsibilities.
Presented by The Smith Family. Bookings required.
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Introduction to Japanese writing
Learn how 'kanji' was created and have fun with Japanese calligraphy. Create your own memento in this fun and informative workshop. This program is part of Adult Learners' Week.
Bookings required. Please ask staff at the front desk or call (07) 5581 1625.
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The stories behind the Southport Heritage Walk
Come and join Janis Hanley, coordinator of the Southport Heritage Walk, who will share the pictures and stories that were collected in the course of developing this fabulous new feature for Southport. Weather permitting, a guided walk is planned to showcase part of the Heritage Walk. Places are limited so please book early.
Please wear appropriate footwear.
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Living green on the Gold Coast
Introducing an exciting new program of free seminars and workshops promoting sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle choices. Coming to branch libraries across the Coast.
Introduction to permaculture and organic gardening
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Book review - Jack Daniels mysteries
The Jack Daniels mystery series has 5 titles all named after alcoholic beverages. This first book introduces the reader to Jacqueline Daniels, a female lieutenant dedicated to her job. She becomes the target of a sadistic killer after she begins investigating murders committed by a serial killer who goes by the name of The Gingerbread Man.
It's a cat and mouse game but that's not what makes this book interesting. Really, it's the witty and snappy dialogue that makes it a page-turner. It balances beautifully between disgusting descriptions and comedic moments, setting it apart from common detective capers. I particularly enjoyed this book because it differs from other detective novels I've read by mixing fear and humour. The Gold Coast City Council library service holds all titles in the series.
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Winged Creatures - read the book, get ready for the film
It is an ordinary day when a deranged man goes on a rampage in a diner and randomly starts shooting customers. Here begins a powerful journey in which a group of strangers, the surviving customers, form a unique relationship with each other. Anne struggles to understand her dad's death, Jimmy turns mute, Charlie starts to gamble his savings away at the casino, Carla loses her ability to care for herself and her young son, and Dr. Laraby, a physician who failed to revive the shooting victims, turns to his wife as someone to 'save'. All struggle to live in the ordinary world.
Winged Creatures, written by Roy Freirich, is set out with chapters dedicated to each customer, as they describe their thoughts, emotions and activities after the shooting. I like this writing style. It's similar to The Slap by Christos Tsiolkas. Unlike The Slap, this book doesn't use vulgar language, making it pleasant to read. Not to ruin it for anyone, but although the characters are searching for closure, most don't find it. At first I was annoyed at this but came to realise closure can be an impossible ambition in some situations. This book has a great movie written all over it.
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Book Coasters - what's it all about?
Book Coasters is a space for customers and library staff to share reviews, links, tips, tricks, how-to guides and information. It's an online book club in the form of a blog, where we can all share our thoughts on books we love - and those we don't. Library staff will frequently post interesting articles, but like any book club, it's all about discussion. We'd love to hear from you!
As well as providing a space for us to discuss books, there's also a range of information on Book Coasters especially for book lovers - from tips for running your own book club to a selection of resources for readers. Check it out at www.gcbooks.wordpress.com
Book Coasters book club August book - We Are Now Beginning Our Descent by James Meek, available from branch libraries in large print, audiobook and paperback format. People can follow along with this online book club, reading each month's title, and writing and reading reviews and posting comments to spark conversation.
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RADF call for nominations
Gold Coast City Council and Arts Queensland will provide $200,000 to support Gold Coast art and cultural groups this financial year. The Regional Arts Development Fund Committee assesses applications for the distribution of funds. Council is now forming the Committee for 2009 - 10. Active community members including local artists, cultural workers, members of cultural groups and local organisations or associations may be nominated for membership. Previous Committee members are also eligible to apply.
Nomination forms are available by phoning (07) 5581 6075 or email cscdc@goldcoast.qld.gov.au. Nominations close 27 September 2009.
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Wii for adults
Try out a Wii in a fun, friendly environment. Come along and get fit, play golf or challenge your friends at ten pin bowling.
Bookings required. Please ask staff at the front desk or call (07) 5581 1625.
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Safari Tech Books
For more advanced computer users, we have a whole host of technical ebooks online. Safari Tech Books is a digital library of technical reference and text books that includes topics such as computer science and desktop publishing. With such a great collection available, make sure you check out Safari Tech Books before spending money on expensive textbooks.
Access Safari Tech Books on our Online Resources webpage under Technology and computing tutorials.
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