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AUGUST 2020

SENIORSMONTHS

City of Darwin

All community members with an NT Seniors Card are invited to attend.All activities are free of charge.

Program of Events

Movies at the Library - ‘Top EndWedding’Thursday 20 August6.00pm to 8.00pmKarama Library, Kalymnos Drive, KaramaLauren and Ned are engaged, they are in love, and they have just tent days to find Lauren’s mother who has gone AWOL somewhere in the remote far north of Australia, reunite her parents and pulloff their dream wedding.Bookings essential.

Movies at the Library - ‘Knives Out’Thursday 27 August6.00pm to 8.00pmCity Library, Civic Centre, Harry Chan Avenue DarwinHarlan Thrombrey spent a lifetime becoming a rich and successful crime novelist. And on his 85th birthday, he invites his extended family to his mansion, hoping to move past their dysfunctional past and bring them together. Things take a turn for the worse when Harlan is found dead during the party, prompting Detective Benoit Blanc to investigate. But will he be able to find the killer when everyone there that day had a reason to do it?Bookings essential.

Upcycled Sculptures with Janie AndrewsFriday 28 August9.30am to 12.30pmCasuarina Library, Bradshaw Terrace, CasuarinaConstruct colourful sculptures using upcycled materials.Bookings essential.

Seniors at KaramaFriday 21 August9.30am to 12.30pmKarama Library, Kalymnos Drive, KaramaThis month’s activity is upcycled sculptures with Janie Andrews. Construct colourful sculptures using upcycled materials.Bookings essential.

Plant Sand Art with Jo - NT Art StormsThursday 27 August2.00pm to 3.00pmCasuarina Library, Bradshaw Terrace, CasuarinaMake a beautiful terrarium with coloured sandand succulent plant.Bookings essential.

Bees Wax Wraps with JadeMonday 17 August, 2.00pm to 3.00pmCity Library, Civic Centre, Harry Chan Avenue, DarwinTuesday 25 August, 2.00pm to 3.00pmCasuarina Library, Bradshaw Terrace, CasuarinaCome and make some environmentally friendly, reusable, bees wax wraps to keep your food fresh. Bring along some pieces of cotton fabric to use.Bookings essential.

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Movies at the Library - ‘JoJo Rabbit’Tuesday 4 August1.00pm to 3.00pmCasuarina Library, Bradshaw Terrace, CasuarinaYoung Jojo Betzler is a member of the Hitler Youthin 1940s Germany. Lonely and saddled with the nickname "Rabbit," he seeks to prove himself a loyal and capable member of The Reich. But when he discovers his mother is hiding a Jewish girl from German authorities, he must decide where his loyalty resides, with his mother or the state. Dogging him the entire way is his imaginary friend . . . none other than Der Fuhrer, Adolf Hitler.Bookings essential.

Movies at the Library - ‘A Beautiful Day in the NeighbourhoodFriday 7 August, 1.00pm to 3.00pmNightcliff Library, Pavonia Place, NightcliffThroughout his life, Fred Rogers made many surprising friendships. One was with a journalist named Tom Junod. For Junod, studying Rogers starts off as a job. But it's not long before he falls under the spell of a man who influenced generations of children. Wearing his heart on his sleeve and unabashedly telling people that they deserve to be loved, Rogers sometimes touches a nerve with the more cynical types. But for Junod, befriending the man ends up becoming a life-altering experience.Bookings essential.

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens TourWednesday 5 and Thursday 6 August10.00am to 11.00amGeorge Brown Darwin Botanic GardensJoin the Botanic Gardens Director for a guided tour of the beautiful new Visitor and Events Centre and Gardens environs. Afterwards we’ll head to Eva’s Café for a complimentary tea or coffee.Bookings essential.

Therapeutic Batik with Jo - NT Art StormsThursday 6 August2.00pm to 3.00pmCasuarina Library, Bradshaw Terrace, CasuarinaTry therapeutic batik and watch the ink create its own path on the cloth.Bookings essential.

YogalatesMonday 10 and 24 August, 12.00pm to 12.45pmCenotaph Area, Bicentennial Park, Esplanade, DarwinA mix of Yoga stretch which increase the circulation and Pilates to help strengthen your core to improve your posture and pelvic floor.This class will be specially facilitated for Seniors.Bookings essential.

CBD Art TourWednesday 12 August, 9.00am to 10.00amMeet at Aboriginal Bush Traders74 Esplanade, DarwinJoin City of Darwin’s Arts and Cultural Development Officer for a guided tour to learn more about some of our CBD’s beautiful art work. The tour will start and end at Aboriginal Bush Traders, where you can take a peek around the gallery and shop and enjoy a refreshment at the café. Bookings essential.

A Conversation with Her Honour, theHonourable Vicki O’Halloran AOTuesday 11 August, 10.00am to 11.00amCasuarina LibraryEnjoy a morning tea and Q&A session with her Honour, the Honourable Vicki O'Halloran to hear Her Honour discuss work, loves, and life in the Top End. Bookings essential.

Be Connected - Connecting with OthersThursday 13 August, 10.00am to 12.00pmNightcliff Library, Pavonia Place, NightcliffNeed a helping hand with video calls? We’lltalk you through how to set up from your phone, tablet or computer.• Getting set up for video calling• How to use Skype• How to use WhatsApp• How to use FaceTimeYou’re encouraged to bring your own device.Bookings essential.Tech Zone for Seniors

Tuesday 11 August, 10.00am to 12.00pmCity Library, Civic Centre, Harry Chan Avenue, DarwinCome and try some of the latest tech gadgets and gizmos at a fun and interactive drop in session.Drop in session. No bookings required.

LOUD @ the LibraryFriday 7, 14, 21 and 28 August,12.00pm to 1.00pmCasuarina Library, Bradshaw Terrace, Casuarina& City Library, Civic Centre, Harry Chan Ave, DarwinEnjoy live music at Casuarina and City Libraries every Friday lunch time. Featuring local musicians of all genres.No bookings required.