Winter Wonderland: Council Unveils July School Holiday Program Published on 01 July 2024 School holidays are just around the corner and Cessnock City Council has put together an action-packed program of events to keep local kids entertained. The teams at Cessnock and Kurri Kurri Libraries, Cessnock Youth Centre and Outreach Service (CYCOS), and Performance Arts Culture Cessnock (PACC) have some amazing offerings these July holidays. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
NAIDOC Week 2024 Shines Spotlight on Indigenous Culture in Cessnock Published on 14 June 2024 A fantastic program, for everyone to enjoy, has been planned to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2024 in the Cessnock Local Government Area. The annual event, this year running from 7-14 July, is a great opportunity to recognise, enjoy and learn about Indigenous culture within the community. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Honours & Celebration, Media Releases
Ukulele workshops on offer at Kurri Kurri Library Published on 20 May 2024 Kurri Kurri Library will host a series of beginner Ukulele workshops, designed to introduce the joy of playing the ukulele to people of all ages. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Embrace Self-Care with Teen ‘Me Time’ Workshops at Cessnock Library Published on 10 May 2024 Cessnock City Library is hosting a suite of transformative well-being workshops for teenagers, designed to nurture the holistic wellness of young people within the local community. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Discover the Art of Picasso with Author Sue Matynia Published on 03 May 2024 Kurri Kurri Library is looking forward to hosting local Author, Sue Matynia, from 6 to 7pm on Tuesday 14 May as she gives an insightful talk on her book, The Art of Picasso. The book is a unique blend of wellness, self-help, and entertainment that empowers young people to navigate life's challenges. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Sydney Writers Festival Live and Local at Cessnock City Library Published on 03 May 2024 Cessnock City Council and the Sydney Writers’ Festival will bring the best of literature, ideas and storytelling straight to Cessnock Library with Live and Local 2024. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Cessnock School of Arts Celebrates 100 Years with New Exhibition Published on 19 April 2024 The Cessnock School of Arts building has been a prominent landmark in the community since its opening in 1924. This year, the building is celebrating its centenary and to honour its rich history, a unique exhibition has been organised to showcase its many stories. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Literary Evening on Offer with Local Author Cathryn Hein Published on 08 April 2024 Cessnock City Library is proud to host an evening with popular Australian romance author Cathryn Hein as she discusses her latest novel, ‘The Grazier’s Son’.The event will take place this Thursday 11 April, from 6pm-7pm, where Cathryn alongside fellow author Paula Beavan will provide a night filled with literary discussion and insights into the world of romance novels. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Big Book Sale returns to Cessnock Library Published on 15 March 2024 Cessnock City Library is excited to announce the return of its hugely popular annual book sale, offering local residents the chance to grab amazing bargains on ex-library resources. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases
Cessnock City Council presents our 2024 Seniors Festival Published on 29 February 2024 The upcoming Cessnock Local Government Area’s Seniors Festival, presented by Cessnock City Council, is set to begin on the 11 March and run until the 24 March. The wider community is invited to attend the festival, which encompasses an incredible line up of events and activities, designed to celebrate, inspire, entertain, and connect seniors from across the region. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Media Releases