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Winter School Holiday Program at State Library

27 June - 12 July
State Library Queensland

These school holidays, discover opportunities to share stories, create, learn and play with hands-on experiences for children and families. These featured events are just a taste of the exciting winter program on offer at State Library.

Ellis and the Night Orchestra

27 – 30 June. $15, bookings required.

Ellis and the Night Orchestra is a tiny opera for tiny people that blends live music, gentle storytelling and playful imagination into a high-quality theatre experience not to be missed.

Developed especially for young audiences by writer-director Julie Ritchey and composer/performer Tim Munro, the show features live chamber musicians from the Southern Cross Soloists. Opening night performances on 27 June are presented as part of a special Night at the library event, with free drop-in activities and the opportunity to explore the library after dark.
Book now: https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/whats-on/ellis-and-night-orchestra

Make and design with real tools

2–5 July. $15, bookings required.

Join Make and Meld at State Library for hands on workshops where children aged 3 and up will get the opportunity to use real tools to create either a Earth, moon and sun model or a cloud lamp. Using a mix of tools, materials and clever building techniques, you’ll craft your very own creation to bring home!

Book now: https://www.slq.qld.gov.au/whats-on?keys=make+and+meld

With Songs and stories every day at 10am, beautiful spaces to gather and connect, a dedicated art studio, giant building blocks, nooks for books and imaginations, and a garden courtyard to explore, The Corner is purpose built for learning and play. Drop in for free Play time every day this winter from 9:30am – 4pm.

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