Education Events in Singleton

Calling all junior paleontologists! Join our Dino Detective Training Camp to learn what truly makes a dinosaur. Get hands-on with real fossils and use cool palaeontologist tools like microscopes and brushes to dig for discoveries! Every junior detective takes home a fossil! Ages 6-12.

Need to make progress on that thesis chapter or journal article? Want to block out distractions and get some serious writing done? Come along to this special December end of year edition all-day writing boot camp, hosted by Graduate Research.

Join local author Jess Black for an evening of bookish activities and discussion at MacLeans Kids Book Club! Perfect for ages 10-13, this session features 'Oceanforged' by Amelia Mellor. No need to read the book beforehand – Jess will share an excerpt. Facilitated by staff with a Working with Children check.

Get ready to finish 2024 strong with a focused writing day! This boot camp offers dedicated writing time, tips to overcome writer's block, and a chance to connect with fellow students. Enjoy catered snacks and lunch while making real progress on your thesis, journal article, or lit review.

Unlock your child's writing creativity in this fun-filled workshop led by award-winning author Paul Russell. Designed for young creatives aged 10-13, the workshop explores various writing formats, including picture books, novels, and plays. Participants will learn how audience and purpose shape storytelling choices and leave with story-seeds ready to grow.

Join local author Elora Canne as she discusses 'Marriage & Mayhem (and some pandemonium)'. The second in a sweet and humorous romcom series, with some locations based on Gloucester. Books will be available for purchase.

Attend this interactive education day to build confidence and skills in wound care. Learn to assess and diagnose wounds, select appropriate dressings, and apply strategies that improve patient outcomes. Perfect for both new and experienced clinicians, this hands-on session will empower you to deliver effective, evidence-based wound care.

Celebrate 250 years since the birth of literary icon Jane Austen with a special event at the Library. Join Susannah Fullerton for an engaging talk on Austen’s life, works, and enduring legacy. Discover how Austen’s keen observations on society, love, and human nature continue to captivate readers.

Join in the fun! Come along to our end of year Christmas preschool Storytimes. We'll read Christmas stories, sing songs and make a special craft. For 2-5 year olds. Adults are required to stay but do not need to book a ticket.

Calling all book lovers! Join us at the Hawkesbury Veteran and Family Hub, 36 Argyle Street, South Windsor from 6:30-7:30pm to connect and chat about what we’re reading. Whether you’re into thrillers, memoirs, fantasy or anything in between, all readers are welcome. Light refreshments will be provided.

Come along to our end of year preschool storytimes and Christmas celebrations in the library. We'll read Christmas stories, sing songs and make a special craft. Suitable for 2-5 year olds.