slqnews - Apr 2011 issue (State Library of Queensland)

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Lumia: art/light/motion
We're excited to welcome Ernie and his curious friends to State Library this month, when Lumia opens in slq Gallery. Artists Priscilla Bracks and Gavin Sade combine art and technology to create strange but intriguing objects in this interactive new media exhibition. This extraordinary collection of hand-crafted electronic creatures and installations will respond to you and their environment, and provoke thought about human nature, our actions and impact on our world.

Ideas Festival coming soon...
19-22 May
Not just for nerds, the 2011 Ideas Festival is coming to State Library in May! Have a chat with 200 of your neighbours and be inspired by our guests as we dissect ideas old and new. Delve a little deeper into the themes of food futures, sustainability and happiness.

Tell us what you think and win!

We're reviewing our publications and want to know your thoughts. Help us out by filling in a super-quick one minute survey and you'll go in the draw to win a $50 gift voucher to The Library Shop.

John Oxley Library Fellowship
Entries close 28 April
Nominations for the 2011John Oxley Library Fellowship, valued at $20,000, are closing soon. The Fellowship encourages research and promotion of our unique Queensland stories..

Parking at the State Library
Unfortunately, the Cultural Centre car parks and tunnel remain closed in the wake of the January floods. Keep an eye on our website for updates. In the meantime, we encourage visitors to use public transport. We're an easy walk from the Cultural Centre busway, South Brisbane train station or the CBD via the Victoria or Kurilpa bridges.

Events

Big Thoughts from the FRIGHTENED well
Sat 30 Apr, 4pm
Don't miss this inspiring spoken-word event from the Brotherhood of the Wordless, a unique collective made up of writers with autism and other disabilities that preclude speech or the ability to use keyboards or pens. Through facilitated communication they have worked with trusted scribes to bring their powerful thoughts and words to life.

Sustainable supper
Wed 6 Apr, 6pm
Moving into the next decade, Australia no longer has the assurance that produce will be fresh, local and reasonably priced. Join Geoff Wilson, Tim Lang, and Professor Geoff Lawrence, as they tackle the issue of food security on a global basis, and explore the prospect of fresher and healthier urban food in Brisbane.

Wrecked
Wed 20 Apr, 12.30pm
Throughout history Queensland's treacherous coastline has claimed nearly 1,400 vessels. Join Paddy Waterson for an Out of the Port lunchtime talk, as he brings some of their historic stories to the surface.

Yarnin' time with Aunty Dawn Daylight
Wed 13 Apr, 11am
Connect with local elder, author, activist and educator, Aunty Dawn Daylight, and special guest Uncle Bob Anderson, known for his significant work in the fields of reconciliation, violence prevention, community governance and land and heritage issues.

Asia Pacific Design Library lecture series
Every Tuesday, 6pm
Interested in design? Join forward thinking creative designers and architects at this weekly lecture series for discussion and debate on a diverse set of industry-related topics.

A night by the fire with Dr Noel Hayman
Tue 5 Apr, 6.30pm
Spend a night by the fire with Queensland Australian of the Year 2011, Associate Professor Noel Hayman. Queensland's first Indigenous doctor, Noel has selflessly dedicated his life to improving Indigenous health care and raising public awareness about diabetes and immunisation.

Paris Dreaming with Anita Heiss
Sat 30 Apr, 6.30pm
Join internationally acclaimed writer Dr Anita Heiss for a special event celebrating the release of her latest novel Paris Dreaming. Hear excerpts from the book and enjoy a Parisienne themed cocktail event.

Harnessing heat
Wed 4 May, 6.00pm
As we tackle climate change, pollution and the need for renewable energy, some argue geothermal energy is Australia's answer. Join experts as they discuss how geothermal energy is harnessed, its limitations, and what it will cost us, both environmentally and economically.

Children and families

Easter holiday fun
16-26 Apr 10am-3pm
We're re-animating some of the summer holiday fun which was cut short due to the floods. Drop by the Puppet Palooza creation station and bring to life characters and creatures from your imagination then head over to the puppet playscapes to play out stories starring your new friends.

Cartoon, Animation & Manga workshops
18-21 Apr
Discover the art of cartooning, caricature and Manga, or create your own animation using stop motion and Flash production processes. Attend one workshop or stay for the day at a reduced rate. For ages 9 – 16.

The Corner Kitchen Table
10am - 3pm daily
The Corner has a new theme! Join us as we venture behind the pantry doors, play in a giant saucepan, dress like a chef and dance on a dinner plate.

Curious Creatures
14 Apr - 5 Jun 10am-5pm
Visit the Lumia:art/light/motion exhibition and create your own weird and wonderful creatures in this interactive online activity.

Exhibitions

Art in Architecture
16 Apr - 13 Jun
Discover the creative talent behind Hall & Dods, an early 20th Century partnership that helped refine the Queensland architectural tradition.

Songs from the heart
14 Apr - 11 Sep
Discover beautifully illustrated sheet music of songs of love and romance, from Edwardian times to those written for 1950s stars Perry Como and Doris Day.

Gunggari dunthee
Until 29 Apr
The unique landscape of Mitchell, Western Queensland, is captured in images taken by local people which reflect the diversity, beauty and complexity of Gungurri country.

Bagu with Jiman, the story
Until 23 Jun
Based on traditional firesticks of the Girringun rainforest Aboriginal people in the Cardwell region of North Queensland, these artworks evoke the spirit of the old people.

Queensland Library Foundation: be part of it!

The State Library houses important collections and artefacts which tell the story of our past and present. It's our story. And by donating to the Queensland Library Foundation, you can become a part of preserving it for future generations.

WIN double pass to the theatre

Queensland Theatre Company debuts Mark Swivel's, Water Falling Down, at QPAC from 4 April – 7 May. This Australian play tells the story of a father and son who, after the loss of their dear wife and mother, journey across Europe in an attempt to reminisce and reconnect. For your chance to win a double pass email mail@qldtheatreco.com.au by 5 April with THEATRE in the subject line.

Libraryhack

Get your tech on with this mashup and apps competition where you create innovative new uses for library data and digital content. Anyone can enter and win great prizes! For hints on getting started come along to one of our Hack and Mash workshops.

Learning: workshops and information sessions

4 Apr - New to SLQ

7 Apr - Hack and Mash - Photo Mashup

8 Apr - Hack and Mash - Library Mash

12 Apr - Blogging and Twitter for beginners

29 Apr - Post Adoption Assistance

Films

Tim Minchin

3 Apr - Tim Minchin - Ready For This

10 Apr - Joan Rivers – A Piece of Work

17 Apr - Dave Chappelle's Block Party

24 Apr - American: The Bill Hicks Story

1 May - An Inconvenient Truth

Webcast

The Psychology of Happiness
Missed last month's Deepen the Conversation talk? Listen to the webcast exploring the mechanics of happiness and what you can do to make yourself a happier person.

Indulge your love of books at The Library Shop. We have a wonderful range of calendars and diaries and there are books galore for the whole family.

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