Book a date with Cairns Libraries

Published: 29 January 2021. (Note: information was correct at date of publication but may have since been changed or superseded.)

Romance and passion in the modern world can at times appear a little detached – it seems to be all about swiping right, picking a flattering profile photo and learning a whole new language with terms like ghosting and breadcrumbing.

On the eve of “the month of romance”, turn the page on contemporary hook-ups and “Make a date with Cairns Libraries this February”.

Cairns Libraries will be celebrating Library Lovers’ Day (14 February) with a month-long program that includes an online author talk, musical performances, a film screening and lots of activities for children.

Cairns Mayor Bob Manning encouraged residents of all ages to take advantage of an extensive and engaging program.

“Libraries are an important part of the community; they provide information and resources, are a place where people can connect with each other, and importantly encourage children to read,” Cr Manning said.

“Library Lovers’ Day and the month-long program at Cairns Libraries provides an opportunity for us to celebrate the valuable role that libraries play in our lives.

“For some people, this program will be a chance to reinforce their love of libraries, for others it might be a chance to rekindle their fondness for libraries and rediscover their passion for reading.”

Library Lovers’ activities planned at Cairns Libraries include:

Authors Online with Deborah Rodriguez: The author of the international bestsellers The Little Coffee Shop of Kabul and Island on the Edge of the World, Ms Rodriguez will talk about her latest book The Moroccan Daughter live on the Cairns Libraries Facebook page on 16 February, from midday.Love Songs in the Library: A special performance of love songs by a guest musician at the City Library on 12 February at 10.30am.Film Club: Screening and discussion of Beautiful Lies at the City Library at midday on 19 February.First 5 Forever activities: For children aged 0-5 and their families, activities include Storytimes, Baby Rhyme Times, Play dates, Sing-a song, guest speech therapists and more.Library Lovers Checklist: Do one of three fun activities at any of the libraries to receive a heart shaped chocolate and enter into a prize draw.Book a date with an unloved book: Borrow a book that hasn’t been out in a while but still guaranteed to delight and entertain.Join the conversation on Cairns Libraries Facebook page with the opportunity to win a prize.

Further details can be found on the library website cairns.qld.gov.au/library , Cairns Libraries Facebook page, or at one of Council’s eight libraries.