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2024

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

Chair yoga and meditation for wellbeing

Moruya Library Vulcan Street, Moruya, NSW

Indulge yourself in a relaxing and nourishing yoga and meditation practice. You will be guided through a seated practice by a qualified teacher with an emphasis on gentle, focussed movement...

$5

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

Woy Woy Needlecraft Group

Do you like to knit, crochet, embroider or cross-stitch? Or is there another needlecraft you prefer? Woy Woy Library will be running a weekly needlecraft group each Thursday where you...

FREE

Seniors Paint Fest

Notting hill Neighbourhood House 37 Westerfield Drive, Notting Hill, Victoria, Australia

Seniors and friends are invited to join us for a creative afternoon painting artwork to be displayed at our vibrant outdoor neighbourhood gallery: The Notting Hill Community Laneways! Everyone, no...

Gold coin donation

Mexican Tamale Demonstration and Tasting at Belgrave Library

Belgrave Library Reynolds Lane, Belgrave, VIC, Australia

Adrian Antonio, an acclaimed horticulturist and chef, brings a wealth of expertise and passion to his culinary craft. Originally from Northern California, Adrian moved to Melbourne a decade ago. As...

Free

Your Library Online: Libraries Tas App

Glenorchy Library 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy, Tasmania, Australia

Get help to set up the Libraries Tasmania app on your smartphone or tablet and learn how to use it to access our library.

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

Community Canvas

Come to one or both of these collaborative painting sessions, with local Noongar Artist Julianne Wade at the Walyalup Aboriginal Cultural Centre.

FREE

Pharaoh | Free Drop-by Introductory Talk

national gallery of victoria Saint Kilda Road, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Join a knowledgeable NGV guide for an illuminating illustrated introduction to Pharaoh. Delve into exhibition themes exploring the phenomenon of pharaoh, those all-powerful kings claiming divine origin that ruled Ancient...

Free

Employment Workshop

WCIG Geelong 65 Brougham Street #2, Geelong, VIC, Australia

Join us for a 5-week series of Employment Workshops. This series of workshops is designed to empower individuals to explore employment opportunities and gain valuable skills.

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

Free Adult Learners Week BBQ lunch

Orana Neighbourhood House Coleman Road, Wantirna South, Victoria, Australia

FREE community lunch next week! Come and enjoy an afternoon at Orana Neighbourhood House celebrating Adult Learners' Week -12-12:45 free lunch (BBQ sausages, veggie option/ salad/ fruit/ brownies)-12:45-1pm speech about adult learners...

Songwriting with Eliza Hull – Undercover Artist Workshop

Seven Hills Hub Tallowwood Street, Seven Hills, Queensland, Australia

Songwriting with Eliza Hull Workshop Eliza Hull has written music for TV, radio and film. She has toured nationally and internationally and performed in venues such as the Sydney Opera...

Free

Tech Savvy Seniors: Introduction to cyber safety

Gerringong Library Blackwood Street, Gerringong, NSW, Australia

The internet is just a part of life now, and there’s so much you can do online. But should you trust the internet? The simple answer is yes. With the...

Free

Bone Boosters

Joan Kirner House 14 Thompson St, Williamstown, VIC, Australia

Gentle exercise for mature aged people

FREE

Internet basics

Coopers Plains Library 107 Orange Grove Road, Coopers Plains, Queensland

Learn how to find your way around the internet safely, save your favourite websites, use Google to help you find answers, and evaluate information and search results. Basic computer skills...

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...

Free

Watercolour Group @ Cambridge Library

This weekly group is a place to paint with other like-minded artists, it is not a class to learn how to do watercolour painting. Participants should already be familiar with...

FREE

Dementia-cise!

Central Square Shopping Centre Shop 46-47 Newham Way, Altona Meadows, VIC, Australia

A low-impact group class for individuals with dementia to maintain communication and social engagement Benefits include: -Strength -Mobility -Muscle tone -Balance -Flexibility

FREE

English conversation group

Brisbane Square Library 266 George Street, Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia

This friendly and informal group meets in the library every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Come along to make new friends and improve your English. Learners of all levels are...

Free

Learn to Knit with Croydon Crafters

Croydon Library 5 Civic Square, Croydon, VIC, Australia

Have you always wanted to learn how to knit but never had the time? Come along to Croydon Crafters and Heather will teach you how! Learn the basics of a...

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

English Conversation Club- Kew

Kew Library Cnr Cotham Road & Civic Dve, Kew, Victoria

Group sessions for adults who wish to practice speaking English, with the help of a qualified tutor. Improve your conversational English and meet new people.

FREE

Kiama Knitting at the Library

Kiama Library Auditorium Railway Parade, Kiama, NSW, Australia

Our knitting group meets once a month at Kiama Library, on the first Thursday of the month. Come along to get help with your stitches, your Wrap with Love squares...

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

Adult Learners Week Afternoon Tea

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

Enjoy a free afternoon tea and chat with our learners and volunteer tutors about their learning journeys.

Cosplay Accessories Workshop

As part of the South West Japanese Festival, Bunbury Library is offering a unique opportunity to craft amazing accessories using our state-of-the-art MakerSpace equipment. Workshop Highlights: Use our Cricut machine...

FREE

Women’s Health Week Nutrition Class

In celebration of Women’s Health Week, Boroondara Youth have partnered with The Y to deliver a nutrition class for young women aged 16 to 25. No experience necessary and all...

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

Adam Turnbull Acting

Joan Kirner House 14 Thompson St, Williamstown, VIC, Australia

Acting classes

FREE

Discover and Celebrate Holden Street’s Local Learners.

Holden Street Neighbourhood House 128 Holden Street, Fitzroy North, Victoria, Australia

The showcase will feature presentations and demonstrations from our learners, highlighting their progress and achievements. Fingerfood, prepared by the Basic Literacy through Cooking class will be available. It’s a great...

Free

Evening Conversation Circle At Knox

Knox Library | Ngarrgoo Burwood Highway, Wantirna South, VIC, Australia

Is English your second language? Meet other adults who are learning English and practice your English speaking and listening skills in a relaxed and safe environment with a friendly facilitator...

Free

Adult Learners Week – Nutrition hacks to increase energy

Hamra Centre Library  1 Brooker Tce, HILTON, SA, AUSTRALIA

Boost your energy levels and establish sustainable health and wellbeing goals. Have you ever felt the '3pm slump'? Well, you are not alone! Rebecca Greco from Nourish will share practical...

Free

Easy Songs (in-person ukulele session)

Flemington-Kensington RSL Rankins Road, Kensington, VIC, Australia

Adult Learners Week (1-8 Sep) is an international celebration of lifelong and lifewide learning. With this mind, this week's theme is 'Easy songs'! We will play popular songs with 4...

Free

Create and Sip: A Cultural, Immersive Experience

Designed to connect generations and cultures together, this unique Create and Sip experience is like no other! First, sit back and enjoy a two-course cultural feast with our local guest...

$25

CPA Toastmasters – Learn Public Speaking!

CPA Australia - Level 20 28 Freshwater Place #20, Southbank, VIC, Australia

Welcome to our in-person and over video hybrid CPA Toastmasters community! We are a local part of an international organisation, with a program focused on improving your public speaking skills!...

FREE

Courageous Conversations

Brunswick Town Hall 233 Sydney Road #Room 1.10, Brunswick, VIC, Australia

We’ll consider how we can organise ourselves and seek resources to support. Things men can do to challenge sexism (provocations) Peer support for men to have challenging conversations Training in...

FREE

Working with Children with Autism

A special opportunity to learn from and interact with highly qualified and experienced * Consultant Teacher in Autism * Play Therapists * Occupational Therapist * Speech Therapist Only 20 places...

FREE

Improv Yourself – Comedy Improv Nights!

Bull Creek Community Centre Corner of Hassell Crescent and, Leichhardt St, WA, Australia

Improvisation games unleash your creativity, self expression, confidence and childlike joy by saying YES to what is in the moment! You'll be guided through the art of spontaneous response through...

$15

Monthly Meditation at Glenroy Library

These 45-minute guided meditation sessions are run by an experienced Active Merri-bek facilitator and are designed for both beginners and people wishing to extend their existing practice. They will focus...

FREE

Adult Students’ Concert

This concert is a fun and relaxed night of music presented by the Con’s adult students. Whether they’ve been learning an instrument for years or only months, this is an...

FREE
Event Series Wyndham Learning Festival 2024

Wyndham Learning Festival 2024

Wyndham Werribee, Victoria, Australia

Wyndham Learning Festival 1-7 September 2024 With the theme “Empowering Communities Through Lifelong Learning”, there are over 90 FREE events for all ages, interests and abilities. Come along to try coding, AI, gardening, art, sports, business, self-care and more! Various venues across Wyndham, in person and online events. For the full program of events visit:...

Free

Wattle Day Walk

Join the Bushcare team on a walk around Oatley Park and learn about the wonderful Acacias that call this area home. Learn about Wattles and all the other types of plants within the area. Bring your own hat and water bottle. This walk is for people with moderate fitness level as there are stairs and...

FREE

Get Down and Nerdy!

Wyndham Park Community Shed Kookaburra Avenue, Werribee, VIC, Australia

Discover the answers to those lingering tech questions you’ve been meaning to ask! Unravel the mysteries of connecting your phone to your car and dive into the world of installing...

Free

Yoga at the Library at Belgrave Library

Belgrave Library Reynolds Lane, Belgrave, VIC, Australia +1 more

Join Jo at the Belgrave Library and practice Yoga and meditation in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Jo is a passionate and dedicated yoga teacher with 3 years of experience...

Free

Job Ready

Joan Kirner House 14 Thompson St, Williamstown, VIC, Australia

Improve your English and digital skills to help you find suitable employment.

FREE

English Conversation Group – Maylands Library

Maylands Public Library The RISE, 28 Eighth Avenue Maylands., WA, Australia

Is English your second language? Would you like to practice your English language skills? If yes, come along and join our English Conversation Group where the objective is to improve...

FREE

Let’s Grow Hume Workshop

St Dominic's Primary School 408 Camp Road, Broadmeadows, VIC, Australia

Join Hume local, Christie McIntosh for this Garden to Plate workshop where you will learn how to take your freshly harvested veg from your garden at home, into your kitchen to make a delicious and nutritious meal. Why Attend? We want to show you that we are listening. During our recent Food Forum, we discovered...

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

Stop. Still. Silent – Mindfulness Program at Wonthaggi Library

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

Come and join us for our new Mindfulness Program. We live in a world filled with external noise, busy-ness, constant thoughts, technology and other demands on our time. So come...

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

Colour

Evelyn Antonysen Art Heathcote Street, Ulverstone, Tasmania, Australia

Learn or refresh your knowledge on how to use colour successfully in your art. Understand the terminology.... hue, tone, chroma, analogous colours, complimentary colours, warm and cool colours.............. Learn how...

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

Knick Knack Knitters

Berala Community Centre NSW

Join the Knick Knack Knitters and share skills, knowledge, experiences, develop friendships and expand your personal support network.

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 2024 – FREE Taster Classes and Demonstrations

Macquarie Community College - Epping Level 3, 3 Carlingford Rd, Epping, NSW

Macquarie Community College team is excited to invite you to join FREE taster classes and demonstrations. Check the classes schedule in Blacktown and Epping campuses and enrol for your FREE ticket.

Free

Adult Learner’s Week – Beginner Ukulele session

Scottsdale Library Tasmania, Australia

Celebrate Adult Learners Week 2024 with us at the Scottsdale Library during our beginner's session on how to play the Ukulele! Friday 6 September 10:30 - 11:30 AM Discover the...

Free

Women’s Strength Training workshop

Balwyn Library 336 Whitehorse Rd, Balwyn, VIC, Australia

In conjunction with the YMCA and Women's Health Week, this workshop is designed to educate you on foundational strength training, build your confidence and promote overall wellness and fitness in...

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

Weekly write-ins – Batemans Bay

Batemans Bay Library Hanging Rock Place, Batemans Bay, NSW

The library is providing a friendly communal space where you can work on your own writing project and connect with like-minded writers and escape distractions. Sessions consists of an hour...

FREE

Introduction to Fermenting Food

Unleash the flavors of fermentation in our immersive workshop! Explore the magical world of probiotic-rich foods and learn the ancient art of creating delicious, gut-healthy treats. Join us for a...

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...

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

Sustainable Cleaning Products

Yarrawonga Mulwala Community & Learning Centre Hargrave Court, Yarrawonga, Victoria, Australia

Come and learn how to make your own sustainable cleaning products and help out the environment!

Free

Conversation Circle at Realm Library

Realm Library Ringwood Town Square 179 Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood, VIC, Australia

Is English your second language? Practice your English speaking and listening skills with our friendly volunteers, meet new people, and bring a coffee to enjoy together. People from all cultures...

Free

Geri-Fit seniors exercise class at Old Midland Courthouse

Old Midland Courthouse 49 Helena Street, WA, Australia

Geri-Fit is an evidence-based, low impact physical fitness program developed in the USA to keep people moving as they age. The exercises used in Geri-Fit are designed to improve flexibility...

FREE

Tai Chi Fridays

Glenroy Community Hub Library 50 Wheatsheaf Road, Glenroy, VIC, Australia

The Glenroy Library hosts free weekly Tai Chi sessions for adults of all ages, led by an experienced Active Merri-bek trainer. Tai Chi involves a unique combination of gentle and...

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

English conversation group

Brisbane Square Library 266 George Street, Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia

This friendly and informal group meets in the library every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Come along to make new friends and improve your English. Learners of all levels are...

Free

Culture Connect with KHT: Workshop with Cassie Fisher-Patterson

Koorie Heritage Trust Birrarung Building Fed Square Swanston Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Are you a university student new to Australia and Melbourne and looking to learn more about First Peoples art, culture and histories? The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) and the...

Magic of Watercolour : a taster class

Ferntree Gully Library 1010 Burwood Hwy, Ferntree Gully, Victoria, Australia

Discover the magic of watercolour with Ferntree Gully Art Centre tutor Bev who will teach you how to create a beautiful piece of watercolour artwork. All art materials will be...

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...

Free

Women’s Health Information Session

Come along for a free health education session with the latest information on women’s health, with a focus on menopause. A Health Educator from Multicultural Centre for Women’s Health (MCWH)...

Health and wellbeing

Women’s Health Information Session

Preston Library Gower Street, Preston, Vic, Australia

Come along for a free health education session with the latest information on women’s health, with a focus on menopause. A Health Educator from Multicultural Centre for Women’s Health (MCWH)...

FREE

Tech Help @ Wanneroo Library

Wanneroo Library 3 Rocca Way, Wanneroo, WA, AUSTRALIA

Need help setting up your email? Need to be shown how to download an eBook? Want to better understand your device? Want to know how to scan and attach files...

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

Energy Monitoring

City of PAE Libraries - Parks Library 46 Trafford St, Angle Park, South Australia, Australia

Measure your appliance energy usage. Join Robert, our resident electronics expert, to discover how easy it is to set up an appliance energy monitor on your phone. Identify which appliance wastes energy, where to save money, and reduce your carbon impact. This workshop will also introduce participants to the basics of control and automation of...

Free

Music and Meditation

Greystanes Community Centre NSW

Event details Join us for a evening filled with soulful melodies, peaceful meditation and light dinner. Immerse yourself in a serene atmosphere as you unwind and connect with your inner self. Held fortnightly on Fridays, starting Friday 26 July 2024 This beautiful evening gives you an opportunity to: Release tiredness, anxiety, and stress. Tap into...

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...

FREE

Spotlights and Stars

Discover the magic of our bushland at night at our Spotlights and Stars event. Led by knowledgeable local ecologists, this event offers a rare opportunity to explore our bushland after dark and witness nocturnal insects, bats, frogs, and mammals in their natural habitat. This year, we're thrilled to unveil an exciting addition to our ever-popular...

FREE