January 2012 Holiday Fun
Maitland Library |
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Koko's Puppets
18 January 10.30 am - 11.30 am |
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Join in the rhythm and beat of traditional African stories told with humour and warmth by a gloved puppet master. |
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Rutherford Library |
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Cartooning workshop
17 January 10.30 am - 12.30 pm |
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Peter Lewis has been the editorial cartoonist for the Newcastle Herald for 25 years. His classes cover the basics of cartooning including caricature, emotions, characters from animals and objects, and action. Participants need to bring a pencil and a felt marker pen (Artline 70 or 700 preferred) |
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Thornton Library |
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At the foot of the storyteller's chair
12 January 10.30 am - 11.30 am |
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Renowned storyteller Bronwyn Vaughan brings a joyous multicultural storytelling performance. Bronwyn's highly theatrical style, and her dramatic, action-packed humorous stories will please children of all ages. |
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East Maitland Library |
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Creative writing workshop
23 January 10.00 am - 1.00 pm |
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Gerry Bobsien brings a world of writing and artistic experience to her recently released young adult fiction book Surf Ache. Currently director of the Lock-up Cultural Centre in Newcastle, she has developed innovative educational programs and workshops for young people. |
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