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2024

Writers Circle at Wonthaggi Library

Wonthaggi Library - Myli - My Community Library Murray Street, Wonthaggi, VIC, Australia

A space for writers to meet and share writing passions. Each session also has designated quiet time for working on your own projects. Each week on Mondays at Wonthaggi Library from 1pm-3pm we welcome everyone to work on their writing projects. Additional information: Registration is not required for this event but welcomed. Myli will notify...

FREE

Lip reading Group @ Cambridge Library

Join us for the Lip reading Group at Cambridge Library. This event is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your lip reading skills while connecting with fellow participants. Whether you're a...

FREE

Adult Learners week Croydon Shire Council

Croyden Shire Library Samwell Street, Croydon, Queensland, Australia

Join us for a week showcasing new and exciting ways to learn a new skill, start a degree or get connected. Starting with a Sausage Sizzle on Monday 02/09/2024 to kickstart adult learners week. Wednesday 4/09/2024 Introduction to JCU PREP - learn how JCU Prep can help you gain entry as a mature age student...

Free

Adult Learners Week – Pop Up Café

Cobram Community House 43-45 Punt Road, Cobram, Vic, Australia

Enjoy a free coffee and cake while you explore the many learning opportunities available with us!

Free
Event Series City of Melton Learning Festival

City of Melton Learning Festival

Melton Library & Learning Hub: 31 McKenzie Street, Melton 3337 31 McKenzie Street, Melton, Victoria, Australia +1 more

Embrace the joy of learning this September! The City of Melton Learning Festival is back for the sixth year – and it’s bigger and better than ever! This year’s festival theme is Sustainability, and we are excited to bring you over 40 earth-friendly programs throughout the week at our libraries and community centres. With author...

Free

Local History Walk and Talk with Bridge Darebin

Bridge Darebin - Preston High Street, Preston, Vic, Australia

Take a journey into the past with Bridge Darebin’s Wednesday Walking Group. Darebin Libraries’ local history librarians will guide you on an easy walk and talk through Preston’s streets. . . . Image: A block of green with a centred butterfly shape inset with an image of a yellow brick road curving through a flowery...

Free

Crescent Head mobile library van

Crescent Head Country Club Rankine Street, Crescent Head, NSW, Australia

The mobile library cruises into Crescent Head every fortnight. Join the library, borrow, reserve or return your library books or get help with technology including navigating the library website and downloading mobile library apps.

Free

Tour the Neighbourhood Justice Centre

Neighbourhood Justice Centre 241 Wellington Street, Collingwood, VIC, Australia

Welcome to the Neighbourhood Justice Centre (NJC), Australia's first community justice centre, in the heart of the Collingwood. Whether you're a student, a stakeholder, or a member of the community, anyone interested in community justice, social support services, or innovative approaches to crime and safety is welcome. Join us to discover how the NJC is...

FREE

Kingston Neighbourhood House pop-up at Kingston Library

Kingston Library Tasmania 11 Hutchins Street, Kingston, Tasmania, Australia

Kingston Library will be welcoming Kingston Neighbourhood House for a pop-up to tell people about the programs, services, and activities they offer, as well as giving away some seedlings! The Kingston Repair Café recently moved to Kingston Neighbourhood House, and you can also see this display in the foyer at Kingston Library from 2 September.

Free

Reservoir Neighbourhood House Taster

Reservoir Library 23 Edwardes Street, Reservoir, Vic, Australia

Reservoir Neighbourhood House invites you to join them for a community morning tea at Reservoir Library. Find out about their services, including fresh and frozen food relief, social support, arts activities, internet access and more. No need to book for this drop-in session, but you can register here if you’d like to receive an email...

Free

Reservoir Neighbourhood House Taster

Reservoir Library 23 Edwardes Street, Reservoir, Vic, Australia

Reservoir Neighbourhood House invites you to join them for a community morning tea at Reservoir Library. Find out about their services, including fresh and frozen food relief, social support, arts activities, internet access and more. No need to book for this drop-in session, but you can register here if you’d like to receive an email...

Free

Korean Calligraphy

Do you speak Korean? Learn and practice calligraphy in this weekly class. To book or for more information please call 9911 6381 (English) or 9063 8808 (Korean).

FREE

Adult Learners Week – VR Google Wander Session

St Helens Library Cecilia Street, Saint Helens, Tasmania, Australia

Come join us for a fun and interactive Google Wander VR session during Adult Learners Week! Immerse yourself in a virtual world and explore different places without leaving the library. This hands-on experience is perfect for adult learners eager to try something new and exciting. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to learn and...

Free

Holistic therapies for animals: sharing our hearts and nurturing touch with our furry friends

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

How we care for the animals in our lives is evolving. Pets are now an integral part of how we define the word ‘family. Holistic therapies, once considered only for humans are becoming increasingly popular with our companion animals. Together with veterinary care, these modalities offer a complete wellness program addressing the physical, emotional and...

Free

Human Library at Alamein

49 Ashburn Grove Ashburton 49 Ashburn Grove, Ashburton, Victoria, Australia

Don't judge a book by its cover. Come and chat with some of our human books to find out about their life, hobbies they have, and other things close to their heart. We can learn so much when we sit down and listen to people's stories and experiences. Morning tea included, and gold coin donation...

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Adult Learners Week – Dorset history talk

Scottsdale Library Tasmania, Australia

Come join us for a fascinating talk on Dorset history during Adult Learners Week with guest speaker Nigel Mercer. Nigel Mercer from the Dorset Tasmania History Society will be our guest speaker, sharing insights about the Society and its extensive archives on the Dorset Municipality. This event is ideal for history enthusiasts and those eager...

Free

Sausage Sizzle/Mini Muffin Pizza Lunch

Open Day at YMCLC! Join us for lunch on Wednesday 4th September cooked by our Skills 4 Life participants to help us celebrate Adult Learner's Week, and find out about the courses and programs we offer.

Gold coin donation

PRACE Pop-up

Reservoir Library 23 Edwardes Street, Reservoir, Vic, Australia

Get career guidance and course advice from staff and student advocates from local learning organisation PRACE. Take a career guidance quiz and talk to staff about how to find and complete courses in your local area. No need to book for this drop-in session, but you can register through our Eventbrite page if you’d like...

Free

Basic Watercolour workshop at Smithton Library

Smithton Library 134-140 Nelson Street, Smithton, Tas, Australia

Our "TRY" series is all about trying something new! Unleash your creativity and dive into the vibrant world of watercolour painting! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, our Basic Watercolour Workshop is perfect for you. All materials supplied. #TakeTheJourney #ALW2024 #LibrariesTasmania #SmithtonLibrary #CHArts

Free

Adult Learners Week 2024 – FREE Taster Classes and Demonstrations

Blacktown campus Main Street, Blacktown, NSW, Australia

Macquarie Community College is hosting two special events at its campuses in Blacktown and Epping to celebrate Adult Learners Week 2024. Our team is excited to propose free taster classes and demonstrations for great number of short courses such as Tech Savy Seniors, Resume & Cover letter tips, Coffee skills, Flower arrangements, Makeup for seniors,...

Free

Australian English Conversation Class

Come along and join our fun and friendly small-group class to learn how to speak and understand everyday Australian English phrases, accents and slang terms. Bookings preferred

Free

Tech Savvy Seniors (Bengali) – Greg Percival Library

Greg Percival Library Oxford Rd, Ingleburn, NSW, Australia

These sessions will cover: Introduction to Computers – 4 September Introduction to Internet – 11 September Introduction to Email - 18 September Introduction to Smart Phones – 25 September If you have your own laptop and would like to learn on your own device, feel free to bring it along. This program will be presented...

FREE

Author talk with Fiona McArthur – Moruya

Moruya Library Vulcan Street, Moruya, NSW

Join bestselling author Fiona McArthur for a captivating discussion about her latest rural romance, *Back to Birdsville*. Discover the essence of outback life and the Birdsville races as midwife Phoebe McFadden returns home to face her past. Celebrate the resilience and spirit of remote Australian communities. Enjoy light refreshments, meet Fiona, and get your book...

FREE

MU Open Night: Business, Law, Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences

oin us to see how a degree from Murdoch University could inspire you to use the power of analysis, communication, creativity, and storytelling to challenge the way we think about, look at and understand the world. Murdoch's degrees are designed by specialist academics and industry partners to ensure that our students are prepared for emerging...

FREE

Speaking Made Easy – Zoom Group

Develop confidence in today’s modern world. Practise your speaking and presentation skills in a safe, supportive friendly environment. No geographical boundaries and can achieve it from the comfort of your own space.. Online groups are a community of women practising skills for home, study, work, community or social situations. Zoom into Tasmania has No geographical...

Free

Tasmania’s Hidden History: Art, power and truth

Stanley Burbury Theatre Sandy Bay, Tasmania, Australia

In the heart of Hobart, a statue once memorialised Sir William Crowther, a former Tasmanian Premier and surgeon. In the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement and toppling of colonial statues across the world, the statue incited heated community debate due to Crowther’s scandalous treatment of the remains of Tasmanian Aboriginal man, William Lanne....

Free

Controlling your nerves

371 Brighton Road, Brighton Brighton Road, Brighton, TAS, Australia

Workshop to learn how to keep your nerves under control and have the butterflies flying in formation whenever you need to speak in public.

Free

Navigating your retirement road map with Spirit Super

Our Education Specialist, Darren Gilby, will be live in North Melbourne. Come join him to find out what you need to consider and prepare for to embrace retirement and life after work. Topics include: Will I have enough to retire comfortably? How can I boost my super? Can I use my super to reduce my...

FREE

Adult Learners week Croydon Shire Council

Croyden Shire Library Samwell Street, Croydon, Queensland, Australia

Join us for a week showcasing new and exciting ways to learn a new skill, start a degree or get connected. Starting with a Sausage Sizzle on Monday 02/09/2024 to kickstart adult learners week. Wednesday 4/09/2024 Introduction to JCU PREP - learn how JCU Prep can help you gain entry as a mature age student...

Free
Event Series City of Melton Learning Festival

City of Melton Learning Festival

Melton Library & Learning Hub: 31 McKenzie Street, Melton 3337 31 McKenzie Street, Melton, Victoria, Australia +1 more

Embrace the joy of learning this September! The City of Melton Learning Festival is back for the sixth year – and it’s bigger and better than ever! This year’s festival theme is Sustainability, and we are excited to bring you over 40 earth-friendly programs throughout the week at our libraries and community centres. With author...

Free
Event Series Find Your Story

Find Your Story

Port Adelaide Library Church Street, Port Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Do you want to research your family history but are not sure where to start? We are offering individual sessions with our Local History Staff to help you learn how...

Free

Resume Writing

2 Parkfield Street, Bunbury Parkfield Street, Bunbury, WA, Australia

Join this free resume writing drop-in session for a consultation with Emma from Writeo Resumes. Emma will be available to provide feedback and share tips on how to make your...

Free

OUR LEARNING JOURNEY

Laverton Community Hub 95-105 Railway Avenue, Laverton, Victoria, Australia

The program will showcase the diverse talents of our student community. First, our students with disabilities will take the stage to present two dance pieces they have been practicing in...

Free

40 Years of Transforming Lives: Open Day Celebration

175 Peel Street, Tamworth, NSW, 2340 Peel Street, North Tamworth, NSW, Australia

Celebrate 40 Years of Lifelong Learning with Us! Tamworth Community College is thrilled to mark its 40th anniversary with a special Open Day during Adult Learners Week! We warmly invite...

Free

Step Up to Work with Bridge Darebin

Preston Library Gower Street, Preston, Vic, Australia

Develop your employment goals and job search skills, write effective cover letters and resumes and sharpen your interview skills with the support of a career coach in this comprehensive workshop...

Free

History of Astronomy and the Visible Universe

Eden Library Imlay Street, Eden, NSW, Australia

Expand your mind to the far reaches of the universe this Adult Learner’s Week by coming along to this fascinating lecture on the history of astronomy with Dr Allan Ernest....

Free

Colour Me Calm at Lake Haven Library

Join in a relaxing morning of colouring in. Colouring pages and pencils provided, or you are welcome to bring your own. Bookings essential. Book online from this page, ask in...

FREE
Event Series Find Your Story

Find Your Story

Port Adelaide Library Church Street, Port Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Do you want to research your family history but are not sure where to start? We are offering individual sessions with our Local History Staff to help you learn how...

Free

Adult Learner’s Week – Canvas and Cookies

Kinimathatakinta / George Town Library Elizabeth Street, George Town, Tasmania, Australia

Try something new! Canvas and Cookies - Combine your love of painting and sweet treats. We’re excited to invite you to Cookies and Canvas, an event designed for adult learners...

Free

Polytechnic Pop-up

Preston Library Gower Street, Preston, Vic, Australia

Meet staff from Melbourne Polytechnic's Skills and Jobs Centre. Free, independent advice and support for all members of the community. Talk to a career counsellor about pathways, courses and job...

Free

Ask an archivist

New Farm Library 135 Sydney Street, New Farm, Queensland

Do you have old photos, negatives, slides or paper documents you would like to preserve for future generations? Are you unsure what to do with outdated audio-visual files? Speak with staff from Brisbane City Archives for tips on how to care for your precious items and common pitfalls to avoid, so they can be enjoyed...

Free

Bibliotherapy Wellbeing at Keilor Library

Keilor Library Old Calder Highway, Keilor, Victoria, Australia

Join us for a special Adult Learners Week event! Explore with author and Bibliotherapist, Sonya Tsakalakis, on how stories and poems can help us find ways to feel soothed, connected...

Free

Book chat

Moruya Library Vulcan Street, Moruya, NSW

If you love everything books, join us for the monthly Book Chat. Our group is an informal gathering of readers who are keen to share, recommend and discuss their favourite...

FREE

Here 2 Help

Bega Library, Zingel Place, Bega NSW 2550 Zingel Place, Bega, NSW, Australia

Here 2 Help is a collaboration between TAFE NSW Bega and the Bega Valley Shire Library. The drop-in service offers one-on-one tuition with volunteers in whatever literacy and numeracy needs...

Free

Speaking Made Easy – Strathalbyn Group

Community Centre, Alexandrina Service Centre and Library Strathalbyn, SA, Australia

Speaking Made Easy, is a national organisation that offers women guidance and opportunities to develop communication skills and confidence for their educational, employment and community involvement.  Strathalbyn Group are an...

Free

Unlock Your Potential: Vision and Goal Setting Workshop

Sydenham Neighbourhood House Station Street, Taylors Lakes, Victoria, Australia

Interested in learning some new skills to help you reach your goals? Date: Thursday 5th September Time: 5:00 - Arrival, Workshop starts at 5:30 - 7:30 PM Location: Sydenham Neighbourhood...

Free

TAX HELP Program 2024 @ Willetton Library

Willetton Library 37 Burrendah Boulevard, Willetton, WA, AUSTRALIA

You are eligible for Tax Help in 2023–24 if your income is around $60,000 or less for the income year and you did not: -Work as a contractor, for example...

FREE
Event Series Find Your Story

Find Your Story

Port Adelaide Library Church Street, Port Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Do you want to research your family history but are not sure where to start? We are offering individual sessions with our Local History Staff to help you learn how...

Free

South Channel Garden Club pop-up at Kingston Library

Kingston Library Tasmania 11 Hutchins Street, Kingston, Tasmania, Australia

The South Channel Garden Club (SCGC) has, for nearly 50 years, planted the seeds of expertise, fun and social engagement for many Tasmanian residents. Their members are all gardeners who...

Free

SPAN Sustainability Showcase at Fairfield Library

Fairfield Library 121 Station Street, Fairfield, Vic, Australia

Join the Sustainability Squad! SPAN Community House is a local leader in sustainability and social inclusion. They’ll be showcasing their award winning RRR Hub, community garden and a wealth of community programs. No need to book for this drop-in session, but you can register on our Eventbrite page if you’d like to receive an email...

Free

Adult Learners Week 2024 – FREE Taster Classes and Demonstrations

Blacktown campus Main Street, Blacktown, NSW, Australia

Macquarie Community College is hosting two special events at its campuses in Blacktown and Epping to celebrate Adult Learners Week 2024. Our team is excited to propose free taster classes and demonstrations for great number of short courses such as Tech Savy Seniors, Resume & Cover letter tips, Coffee skills, Flower arrangements, Makeup for seniors,...

Free

Adult Learners Week Film Screening at Devonport Library

Devonport Library paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport, Tasmania, Australia

Get in quick to secure your seat to attend this small screening of the documentary Seed: The Untold Story. Few things on Earth are as miraculous and vital as seeds. Worshipped and treasured since the dawn of humankind. Seed: The Untold Story follows passionate seed keepers protecting our 12,000-year-old food legacy. This documentary runs via...

Free

Tech Savvy Seniors at Erina Library

It’s never too late to brush up on online skills or learn new ways to stay connected! Tech Savvy Seniors is a four-week program to help build confidence and skills with computers, tablets, and smartphones. Each session runs 10.30am-12.45pm Session 1: Friday 6 September - Introduction to iPads Session 2: Friday 13 September - Communication...

FREE
Event Series Find Your Story

Find Your Story

Port Adelaide Library Church Street, Port Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Do you want to research your family history but are not sure where to start? We are offering individual sessions with our Local History Staff to help you learn how to explore the Ancestry Library edition and other resources and document your research.

Free

Spring into Adult Learners Week Film Screenings at Queenstown Library!

Queenstown Library West Coast Community Services Hub, 9-13 Driffield Street, Queenstown, Tasmania, Australia

Spring into Adult Learners Week Film Screenings! Join us at Queenstown Library for two captivating documentaries, via Beamafilm, celebrating the beauty of nature. Immerse yourself in stunning visuals and insightful stories that will inspire and connect you. Whether you're a seasoned nature enthusiast or just starting to explore the wonders of the natural world, these...

Free

Pixel Art Workshop

Glenelg Library 2 Colley Terrace, Glenelg, SA, AUSTRALIA

Pixel art is a fun, simple to learn type of 2D digital art using individual pixels to create an image. In this interactive session participants will be walked though how to use a free online pixel art program and have the opportunity to create their own artwork. Participants may bring their own laptop or tablet...

Free

Adult Learners Week Film Screening at Devonport Library

Devonport Library paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport, Tasmania, Australia

Humorous, authentic and compelling, Burt’s Buzz is a journey into the remarkable double life of Burt Shavitz— a reclusive beekeeper who reluctantly became one of the world’s most recognizable brand identities. This documentary runs via Beamafilm for 1hour and 29 minutes. Directed by Jody Shapiro and featuring Burt Shavitz.

Free

Talk to a Living Book!

Wyndham Library Service - Hoppers Crossing (Plaza) Library Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre Derrimut Road, Hoppers Crossing, VIC, Australia

Our local ‘Living Books’ from our very own Wyndham Library of Stories will be sharing stories about their life and experiences that will inspire and delight. Our Library of Stories will help you better understand the people and places that make our community such a great place to live. There will be time to connect...

FREE

Calling all adult learners and poetry enthusiasts – Listen on Line

Online

Are you ready to embark on a journey of language and literacy exploration? Believe it or not, listening and writing poetry can be an incredible tool for enhancing your skills and unlocking your creative potential. Listening to poetry can do wonders for your language skills. It exposes you to a whole new range of words...

Free

Book Club

Become a part of a fun and engaging Book Club! Whether you're an avid reader or just starting to explore the world of books, this club is perfect for you. We'll be meeting in person on the first Saturday of each month at 11:00 AM at Newman Library (26 Kalgan Drive, Newman). Get ready to...

FREE
Event Series City of Melton Learning Festival

City of Melton Learning Festival

Melton Library & Learning Hub: 31 McKenzie Street, Melton 3337 31 McKenzie Street, Melton, Victoria, Australia +1 more

Embrace the joy of learning this September! The City of Melton Learning Festival is back for the sixth year – and it’s bigger and better than ever! This year’s festival theme is Sustainability, and we are excited to bring you over 40 earth-friendly programs throughout the week at our libraries and community centres. With author...

Free

Endeavour Early Learning Open Day

Come join us at 21B Endeavour Rd for a fun-filled day of activities including hair braiding, rock painting, a bubble party and a sausage sizzle. Our doors are open to everyone curious about our vibrant learning environment. Meet our passionate educators, explore our classrooms, and discover the exciting programs we offer. Whether you're a parent,...

FREE

Raising multicultural children workshop

Join us for an in-depth workshop on raising bilingual children! We'll start by exploring the different definitions and forms of bilingualism and multiculturalism and how they can be acquired. You'll also learn about why parents raise their children to be proficient in more than one language, and the cognitive and social benefits of multiculturalism. We'll...

FREE

Practical Interior Design

Mooroolbark Library 7 Station St, Mooroolbark, Vic, Australia

Sometimes the choices around renovating or decorating can be incredibly overwhelming. Join Tara from Cantwell Interiors to learn how you can make simple changes in your home to improve your mood, your sleep and overall sense of pride in your space. Time for Q&A if you have any questions about your home.

Free

Gallery tour – Island Welcome

The Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre 1 Bay Road, Mount Gambier, South Australia, Australia

What does it mean to welcome? Unravel the threads of tradition and activism in 'Island Welcome', where each piece of jewellery reflects deep thought on the power of welcome. Learn about the motivation and techniques of these 12 Australian contemporary artists in the latest exhibition at the Riddoch Art & Cultural Centre through our guided...

Free

Author talk with Peter Lacey – Batemans Bay

Batemans Bay Library Hanging Rock Place, Batemans Bay, NSW

Celebrate History Week with Peter Lacey, president of the South Coast History Society. Peter will share stories of remarkable Eurobodalla women, from pioneers to a world-renowned economist. Bring your own contributions of significant local women to honour. Don't miss this special event!

FREE

SPAN Community House Lunch with Darebin Libraries

SPAN Community House Clyde Street, Thornbury, Vic, Australia

Join Darebin Libraries at the SPAN Community House Lunch for a great way to meet new friends and neighbours and learn about all the ways the library can keep you learning in Adult Learners Week and beyond. . . . Image: A block of green with a centred butterfly shape inset with an image of...

Free