Library calendar - Randwick City Library

Exhibition: Landscapes and Seascapes of the East

Wed 10 Dec 2025 - Sun 1 Feb 2026

10 am - 10 am

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Step into a world where land meets sea through the eyes of two local artists. Landscapes and Seascapes of the East brings together the tranquil beauty of Centennial Park and the dynamic energy of Sydney’s eastern coastline in a shared celebration of nature.

Table Tennis For Fun on Mondays

Mon 5 Jan 2026

1 pm - 3 pm

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.

Kids' School Holiday Event: Tear It Up! Paper Art (school yrs K-6)

Mon 5 Jan 2026 - Mon 5 Jan 2026

2 pm - 3 pm

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where torn paper transforms into lively creations.

Make collages, shapes, and scenes using bright, colourful pieces. A fun craft where your imagination leads the way.

Kids' School Holiday Event: Baby Fairy Magic (Ages 0-2)

Tue 6 Jan 2026 - Tue 6 Jan 2026

10 am - 11 am

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

Come and join Holly the fairy for a magical morning of songs, stories and library fun for little ones!

Mahjong Club: Learn and Play (2026)

Tue 6 Jan 2026

12.45 pm - 3 pm

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.

Library After Dark: Tabletop Games (for adults)

Tue 6 Jan 2026

6 pm - 9 pm

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

Meet the gamers in your local area. On the first Tuesday evening of every month, the Library magically transforms into a gamers' paradise.

Bridge Club: Let's Play Bridge at the Library (2026)

Wed 7 Jan 2026

1.30 pm - 3.30 pm

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.

BookChat - Margaret Martin Library

Wed 7 Jan 2026

2 pm - 3 pm

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

Come and share your love of books with like-minded people and get some reading inspiration. Refreshments will be provided.

Kids' School Holiday Event: Craft 2026 Calendar from Retired Books (school yrs 3-6)

Wed 7 Jan 2026 - Wed 7 Jan 2026

3 pm - 4 pm

Malabar Community Library, Matraville

Flip, cut, and collage your way into the new year!

Kids' School Holiday Event: Preschool Drive-in Movie (Ages 2-5)

Thu 8 Jan 2026 - Thu 8 Jan 2026

10 am - 11 am

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Bring your little one to decorate a cardboard car and then enjoy a short 10-minute video together in our cars at the drive-in!

Chess Club for Adults 2026

Thu 8 Jan 2026

1 pm - 3 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

If you love playing chess, come along to meet like-minded individuals and improve your skills. Adults of all skill levels are welcome. However, you must be familiar with the basic moves of each chess piece. Chess boards are provided at each session.

Scrabble Club (2026)

Thu 8 Jan 2026

1 pm - 3 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Do you love to play Scrabble? The weekly Scrabble Club welcomes all player levels from beginner to expert. All equipment provided. Come along and join the fun.

Youth School Holiday Event: Live Coding Music (Ages 11-14 years)

Fri 9 Jan 2026 - Fri 9 Jan 2026

11 am - 1 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Learn to Live Code Music using Sonic Pi!

The Knit-in Group

Fri 9 Jan 2026

12.30 pm - 2.30 pm

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

Join fellow knitters in a relaxed friendly atmosphere, and help create warm wraps, squares and blankets which will benefit less privileged communities in both Australia and abroad.

Table Tennis For Fun on Fridays

Fri 9 Jan 2026

1 pm - 3 pm

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.

School Holiday Event: Family Movie and Craft: Robot Dreams (all ages)

Fri 9 Jan 2026 - Fri 9 Jan 2026

2 pm - 4.15 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Enjoy a heartwarming, dialogue-free screening of ROBOT DREAMS with wind-up robot crafting and tasty snacks.

Saturday Storytime (0-5 years)

Sat 10 Jan 2026

10.30 am - 11 am

Malabar Community Library, Matraville

Saturday Storytime is an early literacy session aimed at 0–5-year-olds. We will have a great time reading stories, singing rhymes and learning new things. Bookings are not required. This event will be held each week, except public holidays.

Youth School Holiday Event: Christof Bogacs: Storytelling with Comics (12-18 years)

Mon 12 Jan 2026 - Mon 12 Jan 2026

10 am - 12 pm

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

Unlock the secrets of great storytelling through comics and walk away ready to create engaging tales anytime.

Table Tennis For Fun on Mondays

Mon 12 Jan 2026

1 pm - 3 pm

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.

Youth School Holiday Event: Level Up! Game Design in Unity (15-18 years)

Mon 12 Jan 2026 - Mon 12 Jan 2026

2.30 pm - 4.30 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Unlock your creativity and bring your ideas to life in our Unity Game Design Workshop, where youth learn to build and design their very own playable games.