This week
Events this week at Randwick City Library
Our regular program of events and activities was interrupted due to COVID-19. As many of the restrictions are now being lifted, you will find our regular program gradually being phased back in. We have been developing a range of activities and events that we are excited to deliver to you - some will be in-person, others will be online, and some events may even be both in-person and online!
Our activities change from week to week, so be sure to check back again or join our e-newsletter to ensure you never miss out on what's new or what's happening at Randwick City Library.
Please note: This listing is just our next 10 events. To view all our upcoming events, please see our full events calendar.
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Exhibition: A Picture Paints a Thousand Words by Randwick Art Society
- Dates
- 04072026Sat 4 Jul 2026 - Thu 27 Aug 2026
- Time
- 10 am - 10 am
- Location
- Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
A Picture Paints a Thousand Words showcases artworks by Randwick Art Society members inspired by their favourite books and authors. The exhibition explores the power of imagery to express complex thoughts, emotions and ideas, and how the same story can spark wildly different visual interpretations. -
Book Week: Magic at Saturday Storytime (for ages 0-5)
- Dates
- 22082026Sat 22 Aug 2026 - Sat 22 Aug 2026
- Time
- 10.30 am - 11 am
- Location
- Malabar Community Library, Matraville
Join us for a special Saturday Storytime to celebrate Children's Book Week! Please come dressed as your favourite book character- there will be a prize for best costume! -
English Conversation Classes - Pre-Intermediate level (Term 3, 2026)
- Dates
- Mon 24 Aug 2026 - Mon 24 Aug 2026
- Time
- 10.30 am - 12 pm
- Frequency
- Every week on Monday, until Sept 21, 2026
- Location
- Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
Weekly conversational English lessons for students of pre-intermediate 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
- Dates
- Mon 24 Aug 2026 - Mon 24 Aug 2026
- Time
- 11.45 am - 12.15 pm
- Frequency
- Every month on the 4th Monday of the month, until Nov 23, 2026
- Location
- 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4月曜日には、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!
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Table Tennis For Fun on Mondays
- Dates
- Mon 24 Aug 2026 - Mon 24 Aug 2026
- Time
- 1 pm - 3 pm
- Frequency
- Every week on Monday, until Sept 28, 2026
- 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. -
Young Mentors Technology Support Program (6-week course)
- Dates
- Mon 24 Aug 2026 - Mon 24 Aug 2026
- Time
- 2 pm - 3 pm
- Frequency
- Every week on Monday, until Sept 14, 2026
- Location
- Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
The Young Mentors Technology Support Program brings together South Sydney High School students and senior members of our community, helping participants build confidence and skills in using digital technology. -
Book Week: Fairy Poppilina Storytime (school years K-3)
- Dates
- 24082026Mon 24 Aug 2026 - Mon 24 Aug 2026
- Time
- 4 pm - 5 pm
- Location
- Margaret Martin Library, Randwick
Celebrate CBC Book Week’s theme, ‘Symphony of Stories’, with Fairy Poppilina—an enchanting storyteller. -
Move and Meditate with Sophie in 2026
- Dates
- Tue 25 Aug 2026 - Tue 25 Aug 2026
- Time
- 10 am - 11 am
- Frequency
- Every week on Tuesday, until Dec 22, 2026
- Location
- Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
Join our facilitator, Sophie, as she introduces you to Tai Chi movements that will help you discover better balance, mobility and coordination. Sophie’s class includes mind and body exercises that will combine movements with meditation and deep breathing. -
Painting with Watercolour for Intermediates (8-week course) Term 3
- Dates
- Tue 25 Aug 2026 - Tue 25 Aug 2026
- Time
- 10 am - 12 pm
- Frequency
- Every week on Tuesday, until Sept 22, 2026
- Location
- Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra
Continue to 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 continue to guide you on steering clear of common pitfalls.
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Coffee Conversation Connect 2026 (4th Tuesdays)
- Dates
- Tue 25 Aug 2026 - Tue 25 Aug 2026
- Time
- 10.30 am - 12 pm
- Frequency
- Every month on the 4th Tuesday of the month, until Dec 22, 2026
- 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.
To view events scheduled beyond this week, please visit our full events calendar.