Library calendar - Randwick City Library

Saturday Storytime (0-5 years)

Sat 10 Aug 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.

History Talk - Tales from the Darker Side: Crime and Misdemeanours by Christine Yeats

Sat 10 Aug 2024 - Sat 10 Aug 2024

1 pm - 2 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Join Christine Yeats as she discusses some of the crimes, misdemeanours and the downright amazing that are part of the history of the Randwick Municipality.

Chinese Community Social Hub 華人匯: Dental Health Talk 牙齒保健講座

Sun 11 Aug 2024 - Sun 11 Aug 2024

2 pm - 3.30 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Discover essential tips for dental health, care and aesthetics in this informative presentation.本講座將為大家講解牙齒健康，保健及美容的常識。

English Conversation Class: Elementary (Mondays 10.30am)

Mon 12 Aug 2024

10.30 am - 12 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

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

Table Tennis For Fun

Mon 12 Aug 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.

Science Week: Paleontology: Dinosaur Doings! (school years K-2)

Mon 12 Aug 2024 - Mon 12 Aug 2024

4 pm - 5 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

In this workshop, we will explore the science of fossils and discuss how we know so much about creatures that went extinct 65 million years ago. Participants will make a dinosaur impression fossil and create a fizzy dinosaur egg to take home and hatch.

Foundations of Sculpture (6-week course)

Tue 13 Aug 2024

10 am - 12.30 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

In this 6-week introductory course, we will explore four sculptural principles - Assemblage, Casting, Carving and Additive clay building. Learn foundational techniques and creative combinations to craft your own sculptures, preparing you to further your creative endeavors at home or in the studio.

Move and Meditate with Sophie (Term 3)

Tue 13 Aug 2024

10 am - 11 am

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.

Bop 2 Books (24-36 months) - Margaret Martin Library

Tue 13 Aug 2024

10.30 am - 11 am

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

Bop 2 Books is a weekly program for children aged between 24 - 36 months. Featuring rhymes, music and stories for young children and their parents or carers every week of the year on Tuesdays, except school holidays and public holidays. Come along and Bop!

English Conversation Classes - Intermediate (Tuesdays 10.30am)

Tue 13 Aug 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.

Storytown (3-5 years) - Margaret Martin Library

Tue 13 Aug 2024

11.15 am - 11.45 am

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

Come on down to Storytown! We will have a great time reading stories, and doing a creative activity at the library. Each week we will explore a new theme - what will you learn at Storytown?

Every child who visits Storytown will be given a special passport which will be stamped at each visit. Collect six stamps to get a book prize!

ESL Book Club 2024

Tue 13 Aug 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 13 Aug 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.

Science Week: Geology: Edible Earth Science (school years K-6)

Tue 13 Aug 2024 - Tue 13 Aug 2024

4 pm - 5 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Join us on a delicious journey learning about natural Earth processes.

Art Classes in the Library (8-week course)

Wed 14 Aug 2024

10 am - 12 pm

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Unleash your creative potential and develop your artistic skills under the guidance of talented artist and teacher Joanne. In this 8-week course, you will learn how to draw, paint and sketch. No experience necessary. Art materials will be supplied.

Bop 2 Books (24-36 months) - Lionel Bowen Library

Wed 14 Aug 2024

10.30 am - 11 am

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Bop 2 Books is a weekly program for children aged between 24 - 36 months. Featuring rhymes, music and stories for young children and their parents or carers, weekly on Wednesdays, except school holidays and public holidays. Come along and Bop!

English Conversation Classes - Intermediate (Wednesdays 10.30am)

Wed 14 Aug 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.

Storytown (3-5 years) - Lionel Bowen Library

Wed 14 Aug 2024

11.15 am - 11.45 am

Lionel Bowen Library, Maroubra

Come on down to Storytown! We will have a great time reading stories, and doing a creative activity at the library. Each week we will explore a new theme - what will you learn at Storytown?

Every child who visits Storytown will be given a special passport which will be stamped at each visit. Collect six stamps to get a book prize!

Bridge Club: Let's Play Bridge at the Library

Wed 14 Aug 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.

Science Week: Astronomy: Galaxies Galore! (school years 3-6)

Wed 14 Aug 2024 - Wed 14 Aug 2024

4 pm - 5 pm

Margaret Martin Library, Randwick

Come and meet a real-life astrophysicist! Professor Elaine is ready to teach you all about the wonder of far-away galaxies. Participants will create their own pastel-art gallery to take home.