National Family History Month: Training Room workshop with Anthony Black Librarian, State Library and Archive ServicePart of Libraries Tasmania's National Family History Month (NFHM) event series.About:Learn the basics of searching for your ancestors using the Names Index. The session will consist of a tutor demonstration, and practical time doing your own searching with friendly assistance. … Continue reading "NFHM: Using the Names Index for Family History Research"

Government Archives & Preservation – Geilston Bay Repository A guided tour with Nicki Ottavi, Archivist.*On Sale from 16th July . Bookings essential – maximum of 10. Contact Reading Room 6165 5538. Cannot be booked online.* Please note: Tickets are on sale now and must be booked in person or by phone at the Reading Room. … Continue reading "NFHM: Tasmanian Archives Repository: Bookings by phone only from July 16"

Preliminary findings from Dr Jennifer Jones-Travers' latest archaeological excavations at the Hope and Anchor, Hobart.In-person and onlineThis in-person event will also be viewable online via a Webinar. Booking details are below. Please ensure you either book a seat for the in-person event using the Reserve a spot button on this page, OR use this Webinar … Continue reading "NFHM: At the heart of the Maritime Trade: Archaeological excavations."

No bookings required. For event details, please visit Eventbrite. #LibrariesTasmania #South #RockandRhyme #Kids #FamiliesRock and Rhyme is a fun, free 30 minute lap-sit session for parents, carers and their babies.It is ideal for babies up to 2 years of age and includes lots of fun songs, action rhymes and stories.Younger children love singing, action rhymes … Continue reading "Rock and Rhyme at Glenorchy Library"

Get together with fellow writers to do tasks, discuss writing, research, and of course, write!Get together with fellow writers to do tasks, discuss writing, research, and of course, write!#LibrariesTasmania #QueenstownLibrary

Come in out of the cold and join us at Rosny Library for our Winter Film Fest.Steven Patrick Morrissey wants to write and sing. But being young, his voice goes no further than the NME letters page and his dead-end office walls. When the punk scene explodes, Steven embarks on a journey to become himself … Continue reading "Winter Film Fest: England is Mine at Rosny Library"

Receive personalised help. Bookings Required. Phone (03)6165 5493Receive personalised help using your smart phone, tablet or laptop. Ask questions, go at your own pace, and learn about resources to access after the session.#DigitalLiteracy #DigitalSkills #JobSkills #OnlineSafety #Seniors #South #OneToOneHelp #Libraries Tasmania

...You know the Allports, but do you know their "off shoots" the Huston Family of New Norfolk?In-person and onlineThis in-person event will also be viewable online via a Webinar. Booking details are below. Please ensure you either book a seat for the in-person event using the Reserve a spot button on this page, OR use … Continue reading "NFHM: A story of the five Huston sisters of New Norfolk with Kate Vermey"

...You know the Allports, but do you know their "off shoots" the Huston Family of New Norfolk?In-person and onlineThis in-person event will also be viewable online via a Webinar. Booking details are below. Please ensure you either book a seat for the in-person event using the Reserve a spot button on this page, OR use … Continue reading "NFHM: A story of the five Huston sisters of New Norfolk with Kate Vermey"

Join us for our monthly Book Chatters for kids. #LibrraiesTasmania #RosnyLibrary #Kids #BookClubs #FamiliesRegular monthly book chat for ages 8 - 12. A relaxed book chat for younger readers encouraging everyone to share the books they are reading.Library staff will start the conversation and choose a selection of books. The session will be held on … Continue reading "Book Chat: Kids at Rosny Library"

Join in on the story-telling adventure that is Dungeons and Dragons. #LibrariesTasmania #QueenstownLibrary #YouthJoin the adventuring party, explore fantasy worlds, and embark on epic quests!While we'll be starting in Candlekeep, everything going forward will be your decision; what you look like, how you act, and what happens next.

Free to all and no experience needed. All welcome. Bookings not essential, but places are limited due to room capacity. #Chess #GamesJoin our volunteer, Alex, and learn how to play this tactical game. Held in the Meeting Room. All welcome. If the Meeting Room is not available, it may be held in the main library … Continue reading "Chess Club Thursdays at Kingston Library"