PROGRAMS at Redlands Coast art galleries and libraries, including school holiday activities have been cancelled or postponed to limit the spread of COVID-19.
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Chairwoman of the Local Disaster Management Group Mayor Karen Williams said the programs had been suspended until further notice as a precaution.
"Based on the social distancing and hygiene requirements for COVID-19, the difficult decision was made to suspend public programs at the Cleveland and Capalaba galleries and the Cleveland, Capalaba and Victoria Point libraries in the interest of public health and safety," Cr Williams said.
The galleries and libraries will remain open, however activities where social distancing would be difficult to maintain, including a range of school holiday activities, have been suspended.
"You will still be able to go to your local gallery, while the public computers, printing, Wi-Fi and borrowing will still be available at your local libraries," she said.
The libraries' online services include e-books, e-audio books, e-magazines, music, movies and children's stories for people who don't want to visit a branch.
Redland City Council CEO Andrew Chesterman thanked residents for their understanding during this difficult time.
He said council would prioritise the wellbeing of their customers, employees, volunteers and visitors and act to limit the spread of the virus in the community.
"Council will keep residents updated on the availability of programs and services as the situation develops," he said.
Cancelled gallery programs include:
Floor talks and morning teas
Family Sundays at the gallery
Parents and Prams
Adult workshops
School holiday kids' and teens' workshops
Cancelled library programs include:
Children's programs
Technology programs
Adult literacy
Pop-up libraries
Author talks; and
School holiday activities.
