Seniors programs & projects
Seniors Activities & Events
Council organises events during Senior's Week, Mental Health Week, Carers Week, health forums and workshops and the Seniors' Christmas Party.
Randwick City Library organises activities and information talks on issues of interest for Seniors. Topics include art, health, travel, exercise and nutrition. Activities for seniors are also listed in Library Events.
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Tai Chi for Beginners: The Art of Life | IN PERSON and ONLINE
- Dates
- Mon 29 Apr 2024 - Mon 29 Apr 2024
- Time
- 10 am - 11 am
- Frequency
- Every week on Monday, until May 20, 2024
- Location
- Online via Zoom and In Person at Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
Join Qigong Master Simon Blow for a weekly Tai Chi class for beginners as he will guide you through gentle stretching and movements. Tai Chi aids in good posture, coordination, meditation and relaxation. Find more details and benefits below. -
Tai Chi Intermediate: Six Unity Qigong | IN PERSON and ONLINE
- Dates
- Mon 29 Apr 2024 - Mon 29 Apr 2024
- Time
- 11.30 am - 12.30 pm
- Frequency
- Every week on Monday, until May 20, 2024
- Location
- Online via Zoom and In Person at Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
Join Qigong Master Simon Blow for a weekly Tai Chi class for intermediate or continuing students and gain a deeper understanding of the Chinese meridians and Chinese medicine. Tai Chi aids in good posture, coordination, meditation and relaxation. Find more details and benefits below. -
Table Tennis For Fun
- Dates
- Mon 29 Apr 2024 - Mon 29 Apr 2024
- Time
- 1 pm - 3 pm
- Frequency
- Every week on Monday, until Dec 23, 2024
- Location
- Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
Come and “hit it off” with friends at our weekly Table Tennis For Fun sessions. Paddles and balls are available; see library staff for access. -
Cancelled - Tai Chi: A Mystery - A Journey of Self Discovery (Term 2)
- Dates
- Tue 30 Apr 2024 - Tue 30 Apr 2024
- Time
- 10 am - 11 am
- Frequency
- Every week on Tuesday, until Jul 2, 2024
- Location
- Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
Unfortunately, 'Tai Chi: A Mystery - A Journey of Self Discovery' has been cancelled for Term 2. -
Coffee Conversations Connect
- Dates
- Tue 30 Apr 2024 - Tue 30 Apr 2024
- Time
- 10.30 am - 12 pm
- Frequency
- Every 2 weeks on Tuesday, until Dec 10, 2024
- Location
- Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
Are you looking for a chance to connect with new people and combat loneliness? Join our friendly volunteer for a cup of coffee and a casual chat about anything and everything. This is the perfect opportunity to get to know members of your community, make new friends, and maybe even discover some new passions or interests along the way. -
ESL Book Club 2024
- Dates
- Tue 30 Apr 2024 - Tue 30 Apr 2024
- Time
- 12 pm - 1 pm
- Frequency
- Every week on Tuesday, until Jul 7, 2024
- Location
- Lionel Bowen Library, 669-673 Anzac Parade, Maroubra
Adults who speak English as a second language are welcome to join this weekly book club to discuss books with a group of like-minded people. Abridged versions of contemporary titles by popular authors (graded readers) are used for the discussions. -
Mahjong Club: Learn and Play
- Dates
- Tue 30 Apr 2024 - Tue 30 Apr 2024
- Time
- 12.45 pm - 3 pm
- Frequency
- Every week on Tuesday, until Dec 17, 2024
- Location
- Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
Mahjong is a Chinese tile-based game commonly played by four players. Join facilitator Lorraine Terrantroy for a weekly game of Mahjong and explore this wonderful strategic game that also involves a degree of chance.A basic knowledge of Mahjong would be good but is not mandatory.
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Bridge Club: Let's Play Bridge at the Library
- Dates
- Wed 1 May 2024 - Wed 1 May 2024
- Time
- 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm
- Frequency
- Every week on Wednesday, until Dec 18, 2024
- Location
- Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
Join the Library’s Bridge Club to play Bridge in an informal and relaxed environment. This Club is for those who already have at least a basic knowledge of Bridge.Feel free to register and enjoy this wonderful pastime on a regular basis. The Club plays 5 Card Major.
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BookChat
- Dates
- Wed 1 May 2024 - Wed 1 May 2024
- Time
- 2 pm - 3 pm
- Frequency
- Every month on the 1st Wednesday of the month, until Aug 7, 2024
- Location
- Margaret Martin Library, Randwick
Come and share your love of books with like-minded people and get some reading inspiration. Refreshments will be provided. -
Painting with Watercolour (8-week course)
- Dates
- Thu 2 May 2024 - Thu 2 May 2024
- Time
- 10 am - 12 pm
- Frequency
- Every week on Thursday, until Jun 20, 2024
- Location
- Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
Discover the beauty of watercolour painting in this 8-week course. Watercolour painting is a beautiful visual art form, although it has a reputation for being unforgiving due to its quick-drying nature. With a bit of practice and a few basic techniques, we'll guide you on steering clear of common pitfalls.
Last Updated: 6 March 2023