SELECTED COURSES AND ACTIVITIES

WATCH THE KIDS BUG OUT

BRING your kids to an exciting and educational exhibition at the Cairns Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre. It features a live bug collection with a range of rainforest bugs, prehistoric critters and insect collection boards. The exhibition is running every day until January 22. There is no admission fee.

MILESTONE MARKED WITH TEA

THE Mulgrave Settlers Museum is celebrating its silver anniversary later this month. Come along on January 26 between 10am and 2pm and join the team for a cup of tea and some damper. The event is being held at 60 Gordon St, Gordonvale. Entry is free. Contact 4056 1810 for more information.

CHINESE NEW YEAR FUN

GET involved and welcome the year of the rooster. The Cairns Chinese New Year Celebration will be held on January 28 at the Lagoon Plaza. Enjoy fireworks and lion dancing on the Cairns Esplanade, as the year of the monkey is farewelled. For more information visit cairnschinesenewyear.org

READ UP ON LIBRARY EVENTS

TAKE advantage of the many activities at Cairns libraries these holidays. Have fun with LEGO or learn about robotics. Practice your reading with the summer reading club and meet author Kay Crabbe. All events are free but bookings may be required. Visit the Cairns Libraries website for details.