text: Lane Cove Council - February 2020
  Lane Cove Council > Community > Love Where You Live > Council Events > February 2020
  Saturday 1 February, 9:00am – 12:00pm, Lane Cove Community Nursery
  Want to grow plants at home but not sure how? Try your hand at a variety of useful propagation techniques for growing beautiful native plants as well as exotics, such as sowing seeds and striking cuttings. This workshop is suitable for all skill levels.
  Tuesday 4 February, 10:00am – 3:00pm, Lane Cove Library
  Need help with learning English? Join our small friendly classes to improve your English language skills. Various levels:
  10:00am-11:30am – Beginner English class – suitable for absolute beginners
  12:30pm-1:30pm – Elementary conversation – some spoken English required
  1:30pm-2:30pm – Advanced conversation – suitable for more confident speakers
  Learn English including conversation and understand more about Australian culture and customs. Weekly during school term. No booking required.
  Wednesday 5 February, 9:30am start, Lane Cove Library
  Come along and pick up a bargain. No booking required.
  Ordinary Caterpillar
  Wednesday 5 February, 9:45am – 11:00am, Tambourine Bay Park, Tambourine Bay Road, Riverview
  Eric Carle was correct – caterpillars are very hungry; they are tiny eating machines! Caterpillars spend most of their time chomping leaves before undergoing an amazing metamorphosis into a moth or butterfly. Join us for a bushwalk to learn a little bit about caterpillars, who really aren't ordinary at all!
  Thursday 6 February, 10:00am – 12:00pm, Lane Cove Library
  Beginners & experienced knitters welcome.
  Nana's Nature Day
  Friday 7 February, 9:45am – 11:00am, meet at Blackman Park, end of Lloyd Rees Drive, opposite playground, Lane Cove West
  Nana, Pop and the grandkids are invited to take a trip back in time to the days when we kids spent our days outdoors exploring, fort building and playing hide and seek. We'll go on a bushwalk and have some fun in nature!
  Lunar New Year in the Plaza
  Friday 7 February, 3:30pm – 6:00pm, Lane Cove Plaza
  At this special 2020 Lunar New Year celebration, Lane Cove will bring in the Year of the Rat. The event will include live entertainment, a red packet making workshop with Gallery Lane Cove, kids activities and a spectacular lion dance by Pak Hok Kung Fu. Free event.
  Saturday 8 February, 9:00am – 11:00am, Batten Reserve, Lane Cove North
  Grab a dip net and magnifying glass and join in the Water Bug Blitz to discover which aquatic creatures are living in our creeks! These tiny creatures are great indicators of waterway health, so any water bugs you collect will provide useful information about our creeks. A great Citizen Science program for all the family to be involved with! All equipment and guidance provided by Council. RSVP essential.
  Saturday Sounds: Shara Rose
  Saturday 8 February, 10:00am – 12:00pm, Lane Cove Plaza, free event
  Enjoy a free set of live music in the Plaza on the second Saturday of each month. No booking required.
  NBN Access Network
  Tuesday 11 February, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Lane Cove Library
  In some areas of Lane Cove the nbn™ is ready to be connected, while in other areas it is at construction stage and should be ready for connection in April 2020. A representative from nbn™ will be at Lane Cove Library to answer any questions you may have. No booking required - please drop in.
  Healthy Heart Cooking Demonstration
  Wednesday 12 February, 10:30am – 12:00pm, Living and Learning Centre, 180 Longueville Road, Lane Cove
  Come along and learn how you can incorporate key nutrients to maintain a healthy heart long term. Aimee Boidin from Body Fusion is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and will demonstrate delicious healthy meals. There will also be opportunities to sample the cooking.
  Thursdays 13 February, 10:00am – 11:30am, Lane Cove Library
  Experienced computer trainer, Ferg Brand, will deliver a two-lesson program on Windows 10 to help you feel more confident using your laptop. During these two friendly, small group sessions you will learn to navigate around the screen, keyboard and mouse as well as some basic shortcuts to get you started. Bring your own laptop. Bookings essential as places are limited.
  Thursday 13 February, 5:00pm – 6:00pm, Lane Cove Library
  Celebrate Library Lovers' Day by discovering love for a new author, book or a whole new genre. Spend 2 minutes sharing your love for your favourite author, a special book or your desired genre with another lover of reading. Come along, have fun and you're guaranteed to find a new love!
  Love Your Library Life – Library Lovers Day Craft Session
  Thursday 13 February, 6:00pm – 8:00pm, Lane Cove Library
  Celebrate Library Lovers' Day by discovering a new love of all things creative. Learn a new craft, chat about new authors and make new friends.
  Judy Bailey 'At Your Request' Concert
  Thursday 13 February, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Lane Cove Civic Centre Foyer, $10 (including booking fee)
  Lane Cove's most revered jazz musician, Judy Bailey, will host this impressive musical event featuring a delightful repertoire of tunes and light refreshments. You will be invited to request your favourite song from Judy and her quintet on entry.
  Wednesday 14 February 9:45am – 11:00am at Tambourine Bay Park, Tambourine Bay Road, Riverview
  Saturday 15 February, 10:00am - 11:30am, Lane Cove Library
  Learn how to invest in businesses that focus on climate solutions and make a positive difference.
  Wisdom in Focus Photography Exhibition People's Choice Award Night
  Monday 17 February, 6:30pm. Exhibition runs Monday 3 February – Friday 28 February, Lane Cove Library, Library Walk, Lane Cove
  You are invited to the People's Choice Award Night of the Wisdom in Focus Photography Exhibition, showcasing people over 55 by capturing older people's stories and experiences in a positive way. Come along and meet some of the photographers and older people who told their stories. Light refreshments will be served.
  Every Tuesday, 10:00am – 12:00pm, commencing Tuesday 18 February, NiBu Café, The Village Shopping Centre, 43-45 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove (near the Post Office/opposite Coles)
  A social gathering for people living with dementia, their carers, family and friends. Food and drinks available at your own expense. No booking required.
  Tuesday 18 February, 9:00am – 3:00pm, Lane Cove Plaza, free event
  Drop by Lane Cove Plaza to immerse yourself in the extraordinary experience of virtual reality technology. Explore underwater worlds, travel the globe, ski the alps, walk with the dinosaurs or visit your home town where you grew up. Get ready to discover the world like you never have before! No booking required.
  Tuesday 18 February, 2:00pm – 3:30pm, Greenwich Library
  Enjoy afternoon tea while working on your latest craft project or knitting squares for Wrap with Love. No booking required.
  Tuesday 18 February, 6:15pm – 7:45pm, Lane Cove Library
  In August 1942 Australian soldiers engaged the Japanese Army in the Battle of Milne Bay (Papua New Guinea). Milne Bay would become the first major battle in the Second World War where allied troops defeated Japanese land forces decisively. It was also the first time men of the AIF fought alongside young conscripts of the militia and the first time an Australian division was commanded by a graduate of the Royal Military College, Duntroon. Rowan Tracey, Kokoda historian, will discuss the Battle of Milne Bay and the impact the battle had on the war in the Pacific. Rowan served in the Australian military for 23 years, first walked the Kokoda Track 30 years ago and has a particular interest in higher military command structures throughout the World War Two Papua New Guinea campaign.
  Love your Doll Collection
  Wednesday 19 February, 11:00am – 12:00pm, Lane Cove Library
  Do you collect dolls? Kim Jackson, President of the Doll Collectors Club of NSW, will share her experience of the joys of collecting and making dolls and bears. She will also give practical tips on managing your collection.
  Thursday 20 February, 9:45am – 11:00am, Blackman Park, end of Lloyd Rees Drive, meet past the playground, Lane Cove West
  Do you play hide and seek? Animals do – they camouflage themselves to hide from prey or predators. Come along to have some fun on a bushwalk seeking and learning about the strategies animals use in the bush to hide.
  Thursday 20 February, 10:00am - 11:00am, Living and Learning Centre, 180 Longueville Road, Lane Cove
  Have you or someone you know had a stroke or brain injury? Are you looking for ways to have fun and improve your speech? Come along to the Keystrokes Choir Concert and find out how singing can help in the recovery of speech. If you love singing this is a good way to meet new friends. A guest speaker from The Stroke Recovery Association of NSW will talk about the recovery of individuals who have suffered a stroke. Light refreshments will be served.
  Thursday 20 February, 10:00am - 12:00pm, meet at the bottom of the footbridge near the Aquatic Centre, Little Street, Lane Cove. The bus will take you to and from the garden in Denistone.
  Join us as we tour The Moss House garden, an example of a vibrant, sustainable permaculture property which has been established for more than a decade, designed with the primary goal to provide the owners with food and medicinal plants. You will have an opportunity to see elements of permaculture garden design in action and to taste some of the produce grown on the site. The garden is on a steep site and this tour is not suitable for people with mobility restrictions.
  Thursday 20 February, 10:00am – 11:30am, Lane Cove Library
  Sunset Artist's Market
  Friday 21 February, 5:00pm – 8:00pm, Lane Cove Plaza
  Celebrate emerging creative talent by picking up something beautiful and unique for yourself, your home or for a gift. This popular annual sunset market will feature a broad range of talented artists and makers selling their wares accompanied by exquisite live music and a fun kids workshop.
  Bushland Park Nature Experience
  Saturday 22 February, 1:00pm – 4:00pm, Greenwich
  Take time out to view nature through new eyes. After meeting Bushcarers who restore the landscape, enjoy a tranquil forest walk as part of this immersive, sensory experience. Reconnect with the natural world through a series of mindful activities and finish with a tea ceremony. Based on the Japanese concept of "Forest Bathing", you will come away feeling restored with a heightened sense of connection and care for the world around you.
  Sunday 23 February, 9:00am – 11:00am, Batten Reserve, Lane Cove North
  Join wildlife ecologist Narawan Williams for a guided walk along the Littoral Rainforest of Stringybark Creek, currently being restored through bush regeneration. Take a closer look at nest boxes and the local wildlife that call Batten Reserve home. This is a medium grade walk, with stairs and uneven surfaces. This project has been assisted by the New South Wales Government through its Environmental Trust.
  Monday 24 February, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Lane Cove Library, Library Walk, Lane Cove
  Take one romance book lover, let her loose with a line-up of Australian actors and performers and get a night of the raunchiest, naughtiest, funniest, swooniest stories around. Once again, we are excited to present this special adults-only storytime featuring Megan Alston, Steve Lynch and Tim McIntyre. To make this event even more exciting we won't be revealing the titles and authors until just before the show. Wine and cheese will be available from 6:30pm.
  Tuesday 25 February, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Lane Cove Library
  In some areas of Lane Cove the nbn™ is ready to be connected, while in other areas it is at construction stage and should be ready for connection in April 2020. A representative from nbn™ will be at Lane Cove Library to answer any questions you may have.
  Movies – Ride like a Girl
  Tuesday 25 February, 2:00pm – 4:00pm, Lane Cove Library
  Ride like a Girl is a 2019 Australian biographical sports drama film directed by Rachel Griffiths, starring Teresa Palmer and Sam Neill. Based on the true story of Michelle Payne, who was the first female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup, in 2015.
  Wednesday 26 February, 10:00am – 1:00pm, Living and Learning Centre, 180 Longueville Road, Lane Cove
  Get better results from your camera, whichever type you own. A course for people of all standards who want to elevate their photography to the next level. Presentations by members from Lane Cove Creative Photography will cover topics such as use of camera, family, travel, landscapes and picture-file processes. This is also an opportunity to have your photography questions answered.
  Wednesday 26 February, 6:00pm – 7:30pm, Lane Cove Library
  Interested in writing poetry? Join our Lane Cove Poets in Residence group to discuss your writing and share poetry. No booking required.
  Teaching Learner Drivers Workshop
  Wednesday 26 February, 6:30pm to 8:30pm, Lane Cove Library
  You can learn all the simple steps on how to teach a learner driver at a free two-hour workshop. Book online.
  Thursday 27 February, 10:15am – 12:00pm, Lane Cove Library
  A discussion on one of the most influential, popular and prolific composers of the classical period. His compositions include many of the most famous and loved pieces of symphonic, chamber, operatic and choral music. Mozart was the first freelance musician at a times when public concerts became an important element of the musical scene. Morning tea available from 10:00am.
  Author Talk – Cathy Wilcox & Sarah MacDonald – So…You're having a Teenager
  Thursday 27 February, 6:15pm – 7:30pm, Lane Cove Library
  A straight talking, laugh out loud survival guide to raising teenagers from two of Australian's favourite commentators. Copies will be available for purchase from Burns Bay Bookery on the night.
  Thursday 27 February, 6:00pm – 7:30pm, Lane Cove Library
  A group for writers who meet monthly to share stories, discuss ideas and writing methods. No booking required.
  Love Your Digital Life
  Friday 28 February, 10:00am – 12:00pm, Lane Cove Library
  Don't be left out or baffled by new technology! Get hands-on with a range of cutting-edge technologies at Lane Cove Library during Seniors' Festival. Discover robotics, 3-D printing, makey-makeys and more, all while enjoying a delicious morning tea. No booking required.
  Leap Year Litter Kayak
  Saturday 29 February, 9:30am - 12:30pm, launch from Manns Point, Greenwich
  Join us for a paddle to protect marine life in Sydney Harbour! Search the banks of the Lane Cove River and collect rubbish before it is forever lost into the ocean. HarbourCare is Council's new volunteer program and you are invited to help make a difference to our environment! Kayaks supplied, medium level fitness required.
  Register your interest - please note bookings for this event open one month prior to the event on Wednesday 29 January.