Library calendar

Coffee Conversations Connect

Tue 18 Jul 2023

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.

Mahjong Club: Learn and Play

Tue 18 Jul 2023

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 of knowledge of mahjong is good but not mandatory

Bridge Club: Let's Play Bridge at the Library

Wed 19 Jul 2023

1.30 pm - 3.30 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

The Club meets every Wednesday and is for those who already have at least a basic knowledge of Bridge.

Cult Classic Book Club 2023

Wed 19 Jul 2023

6.30 pm - 7.30 pm

Lionel Bowen Library

Join our discussion of books with a cult following and other literary classics. We'll unpack the books that refuse to be forgotten and have gained social notoriety over the years. They may not have been instant classics, but they have made their impact on the literary scene, featuring titles available to borrow from our physical or e-collections. If you've never read The Princess Bride or Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep and would like to discuss similar titles, join us in this easy-going book club!

Chess Club for Adults 2023

Thu 20 Jul 2023

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 at the Library

Thu 20 Jul 2023

1 pm - 2.30 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!

2023 Smartphone and Tablet Basic Training for Chinese Speaking Seniors 電腦與智能手機使用輔導班

Thu 20 Jul 2023

2 pm - 4 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Chinese-speaking seniors are invited to join this event once a month on the 3rd Thursdays for tutoring sessions on basic skills in using smartphones, Android tablets or iPads. The sessions will be conducted in the Lionel Bowen Library Maroubra. Participants must be aged 55 years or over.

The Aged Pension and Your Choices

Fri 21 Jul 2023 - Fri 21 Jul 2023

10.30 am - 1 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

If you are approaching retirement age or are recently retired, then this seminar will help you understand your retirement choices, income and asset basics, online services and concession cards.

Table Tennis For Fun

Fri 21 Jul 2023

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.

Randwick Movie Club

Fri 21 Jul 2023

2 pm - 4.30 pm

Randwick City Library, Randwick

Join us at the Margaret Martin Library in Randwick for a monthly Movie Club! Be treated to delicious popcorn and meet new friends while enjoying a great movie, followed by a discussion and review of the film over a cup of tea or coffee.

Saturday Storytime (0-5 years)

Sat 22 Jul 2023

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.

Tai Chi for Beginners: The Art of Life | IN PERSON and ONLINE

Mon 24 Jul 2023

10 am - 11 am

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: Restoring Natural Harmony | IN PERSON and ONLINE

Mon 24 Jul 2023

11.30 am - 12.30 pm

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

Mon 24 Jul 2023

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.

Mahjong Club: Learn and Play

Tue 25 Jul 2023

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 of knowledge of mahjong is good but not mandatory

Bridge Club: Let's Play Bridge at the Library

Wed 26 Jul 2023

1.30 pm - 3.30 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

The Club meets every Wednesday and is for those who already have at least a basic knowledge of Bridge.

Author Talk: Suzanne Leal in Conversation with Eleanor Limprecht

Wed 26 Jul 2023 - Wed 26 Jul 2023

6.30 pm - 7.30 pm

Margaret Martin Library, Level 1 Royal Randwick Shopping Centre, 73 Belmore Rd, Randwick

Spend an evening with Suzanne Leal, local and bestselling author of 'The Deceptions' as she discusses her new book 'The Watchful Wife'.

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

Thu 27 Jul 2023

10 am - 12 pm

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

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

Scrabble Club at the Library

Thu 27 Jul 2023

1 pm - 2.30 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!

Chess Club for Adults 2023

Thu 27 Jul 2023

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.