LIBRARY

WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

ORGANISE YOUR FAMILY HISTORY MONDAY 8 JULY , 6-7PM This family history research session looks at the benefits of arranging your notes and documents to help you keep track of your research . DELIVERED ONLINE VIA ZOOM BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

MUSEUM

FINDING THE FIASCHI FAMILY WEDNESDAY 10 JULY 10-11.15AM Jonathan Auld presents the history of Dr Thomas Fiaschi ( 1853-1927 ), surgeon & winemaker , and wife Katherine and Amy , who played major roles in the medical practice and Tizzana Winery in Ebenezer . BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL ONLY IF ATTENDING VIA ZOOM

MOVIES @ YOUR LIBRARY WEDNESDAY 24 JULY , 10AM-12.30PM This 2023 , coming-of-age drama is a musical re-telling of the tribulations of two African American sisters , Celie and Nettie , based on Alice Walker ’ s novel . 141 mins duration . Rated M BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL . Tea & Coffee provided .

AUTHOR TALK : FAMILY THRILLERS WEDNESDAY 31 JULY , 6-7.30PM Join crime writers , B . M . Carroll , and Petronella McGovern , for insight into what inspires them to write , the writing process , and their brand-new novels on family secrets and things we don ’ t know about those closest to us . $ 5 - BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL . Light refreshments provided .

HOLIDAY MOVIES TUESDAY 9 JULY & WEDNESDAY 17 JULY 2-3.30PM Blast off into another galaxy while watching these “ spacey ” movies . Bring your own snacks and drinks . Check Eventbrite or call the library for the title of the DVDs that will be screening . FREE – For ages 5-16 .

RECYCLED CRAFT SPACE STATION THURSDAY 11 July , 2-3.30PM Calling all future Aeronautical Engineers ! Help construct a mini space station using a variety of recycled materials . $ 2 - For ages 5 +.

THE FORCE IS WITH YOU SCIENCE WORKSHOP TUESDAY 16 JULY , 10.30-11.30AM The Jedi aren ’ t the only ones who use the force . This fun , interactive workshop , presented by Children ’ s Discovery , explores the laws of force and motion . $ 5 - For ages 5-12

GALLERY

GALAXY EXPLOSION BOX FRIDAY 19 JULY 10AM-12PM Create your own galaxy inspired explosion box that will be out-ofthis-world once it is filled with photos and keepsakes . $ 10 - For ages 10 +

JUNIOR ASTRONOMERS WORKSHOP THURSDAY 11 JULY 10.30AM – 12PM Learn to make a glittering Nebula-in-abottle and discover how local astronomer , John Tebbutt , became world-famous by some remarkable astronomical observations and incredible calculations . $ 15 – For ages 5 - 12

CRAFTY RAFTERS THURSDAY 18 JULY 10.30AM – 12PM Build a raft from upcycled materials and learn how to navigate the rich aquatic history of the Hawkesbury inspired by the mighty Dyarubbin ( Dyarubbin means Hawkesbury River in Dharug language ). $ 15 – For ages 5 - 12

ARTISTS IN CONVERSATION SUNDAY 28 JULY , 1-3PM Join artists for insights into the exhibition ORIGIN . BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL . Light refreshments provided .

MAKER SPACE 29 JUNE - 18 AUGUST Drop-in and immerse yourself in the world of printmaking with activities for all ages and abilities .

CUSTOMISE IT ! STENCIL ART MAKING WEDNESDAY 10 JULY 10.30AM – 12PM Have fun creating unique , hand-cut stencils to customise your original graphic designs ! $ 15 – For ages 5 - 12

NATURE PLAY WEDNESDAY 17 JULY 10.30AM – 12PM We are nuts about nature ! If you are too , come and learn how making art connects us to the natural world . In this workshop , you can use imagination to make your mark using foraged leaves and flowers ! $ 15 – For ages 5 – 12

LIBRARY

Hawkesbury Central Library 300 George Street , Windsor

Monday - Friday : 9am - 7pm Saturday : 9am - 1pm Sunday : 2pm - 5pm Closed public holidays

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UNLESS STATED , ACTIVITIES ARE FREE AND HELD AT HAWKESBURY CENTRAL LIBRARY , WINDSOR . FOR BOOKINGS , SCAN THE QR CODE TO BOOK ONLINE AT HAWKESBURYLIBRARY . EVENTBRITE . COM

EXHIBITION : ORIGIN : THE PLACE WHERE SOMETHING BEGINS 29 JUNE - 18 AUGUST Origin : The Place Where Something Begins explores the diverse interpretations of the term , ‘ origin ’. In the exhibition each member has extended their print practice to reflect the zeitgeist of the print medium .

Richmond Branch Library 29 West Market Street , Richmond

Monday - Friday : 9.30am - 6pm Saturday : 9am - 1pm Sunday : Closed Public holidays : Closed

( 02 ) 4560 4270 Library @ hawkesbury . nsw . gov . au

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MUSEUM

TERM 3 - WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON ART CLUB 31 JULY - 18 SEPTEMBER Kids and carers take a fresh approach to making art with our gallery art educators . For ages 6-12 yrs $ 120 ( 8-week term ) BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL . All materials provided . $ 50 Service NSW Active and Creative Kids Vouchers accepted

Monday - Friday : 10am - 4pm Closed Tuesday Weekends : 10am - 4pm

( 02 ) 4560 4655 museum @ hawkesbury . nsw . gov . au

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UNLESS STATED , ACTIVITIES ARE FREE . FOR BOOKINGS , SCAN THE QR CODE TO BOOK ONLINE AT HAWKESBURYMUSEUM . EVENTBRITE . COM

WORKSHOP : EXPLORING PRINTMAKING : MAKING A LINO PRINT SATURDAY 3 AUGUST , 11AM-2PM Join artist , Cheryle Yin Lo for a hands-on lino printing workshop where you can unleash your creativity and learn the art of how to design , cut , and print original work . Cheryle will inspire you and ignite your passion for printmaking ! No previous experience is necessary . All materials provided . For ages 16 + $ 75 – BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL . Light refreshments provided .

GALLERY

Monday - Friday : 10am - 4pm Closed Tuesday Weekends : 10am - 3pm Closed public holidays

( 02 ) 4560 4441 gallery @ hawkesbury . nsw . gov . au

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PLEASE NOTE : CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 10 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT FOR ALL LIBRARY , MUSEUM & GALLERY ACTIVITIES .

UNLESS STATED , ACTIVITIES ARE FREE . FOR BOOKINGS , SCAN THE QR CODE TO BOOK ONLINE AT HAWKESBURYGALLERY . EVENTBRITE . COM