A night in the JOL

A Night in the JOL
New for 2013 is a monthly series of evening talks where we delve into Queensland’s rich and diverse history. Join host Phil Brown, author and lifestyle writer, in conversation with an array of expert panellists in the intimate setting of the John Oxley Library. Guests will have an opportunity to join the discussion and get up close to historical treasures on display.

Venue:
John Oxley Library, Level 4, State Library, South Brisbane
Cost:
Free
More information:
Events
07 3840 7768
learningparticipation@slq.qld.gov.au

Program of events

QLD WW1

A night in the JOL: Queensland stories of World War One

John Oxley Library
Starts 24th Apr 2013, 6pm -

Join guest panellists in conversation with Dr Kate Evans discussing the enduring legacy of World War One for Queenslanders.
School students dressed in traditional Greek costume for a concert in Brisbane, ca 1930

A night in the JOL: Brisbane’s Greek and Italian heritage

John Oxley Library
Starts 15th May 2013, 6pm -

Join Dr Kate Evans and expert panellists discussing the contribution of Greek and Italian migrants to Queensland’s history.
Portrait of two South Sea Islanders from the Pioneer Sugar Mill, Brandon, Queensland, 1880s, negative number 9925, John Oxley Library.

A night in the JOL: Bittersweet Queensland

John Oxley Library Reading Room, level 4, State Library
Starts 21st Aug 2013, 6pm -

 Hear personal and professional experiences of telling sensitive, confronting and powerful stories of Australian South Sea Islanders.     
New ways with old words

A night in the JOL - New ways with old words

John Oxley Library Reading Room, level 4, State Library
Starts 10th Jul 2013, 6pm -

Join Pat and Rory O’Connor to learn about the Yugambeh Museum, Language and Heritage Research Centre.    

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A night in the JOL: Bittersweet Queensland

Wed 21st Aug 2013, 6pm

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