Library calendar - Randwick City Library

Intro to 3D Printing (All Ages)

Tue 4 Jun 2024

6 pm - 7.30 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Come to our Makerspace to learn the basics of modelling and printing 3D designs.

Young Mentors Technology Support Program (7-week course)

Wed 5 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.

Sing Along in Cantonese 粵語兒歌唱遊樂

Wed 5 Jun 2024

10 am - 10.30 am

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

A monthly early literacy program for children 0-5 years. Enjoy songs, rhymes and storytelling in Cantonese.

歡迎學前小朋友和家長來參加 “粵語兒歌唱遊樂”, 齊齊唱粵語兒歌，聽粵語兒童故事

Spark in the Park: World Environment Day (for ages 0-5 years)

Wed 5 Jun 2024 - Wed 5 Jun 2024

10.30 am - 11.30 am

Randwick Community Centre

Bring along a picnic blanket and join us outdoors for lots of fun, stories, songs and playtime for children 0-5 years of age. This month we will be celebrating World Environment Day!

English Conversation Classes - Intermediate (Wednesdays 10.30am)

Wed 5 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.

Babies Love Books in French - Les Bébés Aiment Les Livres

Wed 5 Jun 2024

10.45 am - 11.15 am

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

A monthly program for children 0-5 years. Enjoy music, rhymes and stories in French language, every month of the year, starting from April.

Les enfants peuvent profiter de la musique, des contines et des histoires chaque mois de l' année. Le programme débutera en avril 2024.

Babies Love Books in Czech - Čteme s dětmi

Wed 5 Jun 2024

11.30 am - 12 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

A monthly program of rhymes, songs, stories and music in Czech language for children aged 0–5 years and their parents or carers. All welcome.

Básničky, písničky a čtení pro děti v češtině. Program se koná 1x za měsíc a je určený dětem 0-5 let a jejich rodičům i opatrovníkům.

Bridge Club: Let's Play Bridge at the Library

Wed 5 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.

BookChat

Wed 5 Jun 2024

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.

Painting with Watercolour (8-week course)

Thu 6 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.

Babies Love Books (0-12 months) - Lionel Bowen Library

Thu 6 Jun 2024

10 am - 10.30 am

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Come along to sing songs and listen to stories with your baby. Weekly on Thursdays, except school holidays.

Next Chapter Art Group

Thu 6 Jun 2024

10.30 am - 12 pm

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

If you have an interest in art, join us over tea or coffee each month throughout 2024 for a fascinating series of free discussions about the creative process.

English Conversation Classes - Beginner (Thursdays 10.30am)

Thu 6 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.

Busy Bookworms (12-24 months) - Lionel Bowen Library

Thu 6 Jun 2024

10.45 am - 11.15 am

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Bring your busy little bookworm to our supportive and playful learning space where they will have a happy time developing language skills through songs, movement, stories, and Auslan signing for toddlers! Weekly on Thursdays, except school holidays and public holidays.

Tummy Time: Baby Milestones

Thu 6 Jun 2024 - Thu 6 Jun 2024

11.30 am - 12.15 pm

Lionel Bowen Library

Bring along your baby or toddler to meet a midwife and learn all about developmental milestones. Gain valuable insights into your child's developmental journey and learn how to provide them with the optimal start in life.

Chess Club for Adults 2024

Thu 6 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.

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.

Babies Love Books (0-12 months) - Margaret Martin Library

Fri 7 Jun 2024

10 am - 10.30 am

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

Come along to sing songs and listen to stories with your baby. Weekly on Fridays, except school holidays and public holidays.

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!

Chinese Calligraphy Workshops

Fri 7 Jun 2024

10.30 am - 12 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Come along to learn about the evolution of Chinese characters and become familiar with the essential tools of the craft - writing brush, ink, rice paper, and ink slab. You’ll learn proper brush handling techniques to practice basic strokes (horizontal line, vertical line and circle), Chinese pictograms (inscriptions) and small seal script.