Library calendar

Anime Club (12-18 years)

Thu 6 Jun 2024

4 pm - 6 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Calling all anime and manga lovers! Come and join Anime Club to enjoy anime movies and shows with like-minded people. Anime Club is not just about watching anime - we will also have games, trivia, manga, art activities, culture and much more! Whether you've never watched anime before or consider yourself a superfan, come and join us on the first Thursday of every month. Delicious Japanese snacks and soft drinks will be provided.

Come and Play in Maroubra (for Kids 0-5yrs)

Fri 7 Jun 2024

10 am - 12 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Make a play date with the library. Drop in at any time throughout the session to enjoy lots of toys, games, learning and fun!

Table Tennis For Fun

Fri 7 Jun 2024

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.

Crochet Club with Allana

Fri 7 Jun 2024

1.30 pm - 3 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Join the Crochet Club and learn new techniques. Come and share tips with new friends, or let Allana show you how to create exciting items. Please bring your own wool and crochet hooks.

Saturday Storytime (0-5 years)

Sat 8 Jun 2024

10.30 am - 11 am

Malabar Community Library, Matraville

Rhymes, music and stories for young children between 0-5 years and their parents or carers, running every week.

Table Tennis For Fun

Mon 10 Jun 2024

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.

Cancelled - Tai Chi: A Mystery - A Journey of Self Discovery (Term 2)

Tue 11 Jun 2024

10 am - 11 am

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Unfortunately, 'Tai Chi: A Mystery - A Journey of Self Discovery' has been cancelled for Term 2.

English Conversation Classes - Intermediate (Tuesdays 10.30am)

Tue 11 Jun 2024

10.30 am - 12 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

A weekly class for intermediate level English speakers to improve conversation skills. Migrants from all non-English speaking backgrounds are welcome.

Coffee Conversations Connect

Tue 11 Jun 2024

10.30 am - 12 pm

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

Tue 11 Jun 2024

12 pm - 1 pm

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

Tue 11 Jun 2024

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.

Young Mentors Technology Support Program (7-week course)

Wed 12 Jun 2024

10 am - 11 am

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

The Young Mentors Technology Support Program is a collaboration between South Sydney High School students and senior members of the library community, supporting elderly individuals in improving their digital skills.

English Conversation Classes - Intermediate (Wednesdays 10.30am)

Wed 12 Jun 2024

10.30 am - 12 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

A weekly class for intermediate level English speakers to improve conversation skills. Migrants from all non-English speaking backgrounds are welcome.

Bowen Wednesday Afternoon Book Club

Wed 12 Jun 2024

1.30 pm - 2.30 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Join this book club and enjoy a lively discussion of fiction with varied genres and themes.

Bridge Club: Let's Play Bridge at the Library

Wed 12 Jun 2024

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.

Painting with Watercolour (8-week course)

Thu 13 Jun 2024

10 am - 12 pm

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.

English Conversation Classes - Beginner (Thursdays 10.30am)

Thu 13 Jun 2024

10.30 am - 12 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Weekly conversational English lessons for students of beginner level. Migrants from all non-English speaking backgrounds are welcome.

Babies Love Books in Japanese 赤ちゃんのための読み聞かせ

Thu 13 Jun 2024

10.30 am - 11 am

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

Babies Love Books in Japanese is a monthly program for children between 0-5 years. Children can enjoy music, rhymes and stories every month, except during school holidays and on public holidays.

毎月第2木曜日（1月を除く）には、0-5歳までの子どもたちを対象に日本語の絵本の読み聞かせの会を開催しています。童謡や手遊び、わらべ歌なども取り入れています。親子で楽しく日本語にふれあいましょう!

Chess Club for Adults 2024

Thu 13 Jun 2024

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.

Little Pandas Club (in Mandarin) 开心小熊猫乐园

Fri 14 Jun 2024

10 am - 10.30 am

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Join us for children’s songs and rhymes in Mandarin followed by a short film or storytelling. A monthly program for pre-schoolers and their parents/carers.

欢迎家长及所有学前小朋友们来参加中文儿童活动，一起唱国语（普通话）儿歌, 念童谣，还有看电影短片或者听故事.

免费活动,须在活动前在网上预定.欢迎所有学前儿童与其家长参加.

Anime Club (12-18 years)

Come and Play in Maroubra (for Kids 0-5yrs)

Table Tennis For Fun

Crochet Club with Allana

Saturday Storytime (0-5 years)

Table Tennis For Fun

Cancelled - Tai Chi: A Mystery - A Journey of Self Discovery (Term 2)

English Conversation Classes - Intermediate (Tuesdays 10.30am)

Coffee Conversations Connect

ESL Book Club 2024

Mahjong Club: Learn and Play

Young Mentors Technology Support Program (7-week course)

English Conversation Classes - Intermediate (Wednesdays 10.30am)

Bowen Wednesday Afternoon Book Club

Bridge Club: Let's Play Bridge at the Library

Painting with Watercolour (8-week course)

English Conversation Classes - Beginner (Thursdays 10.30am)

Babies Love Books in Japanese 赤ちゃんのための 読み聞かせ

Chess Club for Adults 2024

Little Pandas Club (in Mandarin) 开心小熊猫乐园

Babies Love Books in Japanese 赤ちゃんのための読み聞かせ