Holiday fun
Circus at SLQ
Cartoon, Animation and Manga workshops
Game On
Fun for all the family
Yoga
Rhyme Time
The Corner
The Parlour
kuril dhagun
Holiday fun
Circus at SLQ
Roll up! Roll up! The circus is coming to town for holiday fun in January!
Join the troupe for astounding feats, hands-on activities, musical minstrels and much more carnival fun.
At the main stage, watch the awe-inspiring antics of CIRCA acrobats as they battle the clock to bring you 31 Circus Acts in 30 Minutes. Then head to the free sideshow where you can sharpen your circus skills, design your own circus costume, and join the Grand Parade.
It’s fast, furious fun for the whole family!
2 - 25 Jan 09
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Cartoon, Animation and Manga workshops
Want to learn the art of visual storytelling? Then get your creative juices flowing at Cartoon, Animation and Manga workshops.
Workshops are carefully designed to cater for different age groups and various learning styles. There are two workshops each day. You have the option to choose one workshops or take advantage of this wonderful opportunity and stay for the whole day at a reduced rate.
For ages 9-16 years
When: 7 - 20 Jan 09, weekdays
Where: State Library of Queensland
Entry: $25 - $45 + booking fees
Bookings: qtix 136 246
Get ready to play your way through the history of videogames at the international blockbuster exhibition Game On. This action-packed celebration of videogames culture has thrilled more than one million players of all ages around the world. This summer it’s coming to Brisbane.
Game On tracks the development of videogames from the earliest computer games to arcade-era hits and the very latest from today’s billion-dollar industry. With more than 100 playable games, as well as rarely seen consoles, controllers and collectables, this is a showcase of games history like no other.
Venue: The Studio, level 1 and slq Gallery, level 2
Date: 17 Nov 08 – 15 Feb 09, 10am-5pm*
*Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day
| Ticket Prices (all prices include GST)** | |
| Adult | $18 |
| Concession*** | $12 |
| Under 5 yrs | Free |
| Family 2 adults + 3 children (5 – 15yrs) | $50 |
| Group Bookings | |
| Groups of 10+ | $12 pp |
| School Groups | $10 pp |
** Booking fees may apply
*** ID Required: pensioners, seniors, children 5 – 15yrs, aged care, unemployed, health card holders, full-time students. Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Some games are for mature audiences only and are not suited for children under the age of 15.
Exhibition organised and toured by Barbican Art Gallery which is owned and funded by the City of London Corporation.
Fun for all the family
Yoga
Start the day with a stretch – come to Yoga at The Corner! With breathing, stretching and simple postures, it’s the only way to spend Monday morning. Suitable for mums, mums to be, dads, grandparents, friends, babies and all under 8s.
When: Every Monday 10am-12noon
Where: The Corner, level 1
Entry: Free, no bookings required
Rhyme Time
Get into the rhythm of Rhyme Time every Thursday at The Corner. From babes in arms to children ready to dance - Rhyme Time is a very special time for you and your little one.
When: Thursdays 10am-10.30am
Where: The Corner, level 1
Entry: Free, no bookings required
The Corner
Colour
From the birds in the sky to the banana you ate for breakfast – the world is filled with Colour… especially at The Corner. Paint the town red, see a blue moon or be as white as a ghost – with colourful language, colourful creatures and colourful people, the full spectrum is on offer.
The Corner is a creative hands on and minds on place and program for children under 8. Featuring an exhibition from Dr. Barbara Piscitelli’s AM Children’s Art Archive, unique artworks, daily artist-led activities, wonderful books, fun and educational toys and online activities – your visit to The Corner offers a joyous journey of discovery.
Drop in between 10am–12noon daily and you and your child can participate in engaging and original artist-led activities. The Corner is especially for children U8 years, their parents, carers, educators and friends.
When: Open daily, 10am-4pm
Where: The Corner, level 1
Entry: Free, no bookings required
The Parlour
Are you game to enter The Parlour?
Join the fun in The Parlour, a special space where you can borrow and play new and traditional parlour games.
Drop in on Sunday for the Family Challenge and spend an enjoyable afternoon learning new games like
Blokus and Sequence or see the Black Knight challenge multiple players to a game of chess thanks to the Chess Association of Queensland.
Want to learn Chess from the experts? Join the Chess Tutor once a month to hone your skills.
When: Open daily 10am-4pm
Where: 1.38, Infozone, level 1
Entry: Free
Explore Indigenous culture
kuril dhagun Indigenous Knowledge Centre
Learn the tale of Kuril and Young Kippa, listen to stories from Aboriginal communities and gain a deeper understanding of the history of Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders using the touch screens in the kuril dhagun Indigenous Knowledge Centre. The first of its kind in any state library in Australia, kuril dhagun provides access to the history, languages and culture of Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders.
When: Open daily, 10am-5pm
Where: kuril dhagun Indigenous Knowledge Centre, level 1
Entry: Free
More information
- Phone +61 7 3842 9786
- Email theedge@slq.qld.gov.au
- School enquiries schools@slq.qld.gov.au
- Ask us
- Visit us
Last updated: 18th November 2008
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