Monthly social coffee and chat sessions at Lionel Bowen Library for adults to connect and combat loneliness. Friendly volunteer-led meetups designed to build community and conversation in Maroubra.
Tuesday 27 January 2026
to Tuesday 22 December 2026
10:30am - 12:00pm
669/673 Anzac Parade, Maroubra NSW 2035, Australia
Free for library members
Join a warm, friendly group for coffee and conversation at Lionel Bowen Library. This relaxed session is led by a volunteer and designed to help adults connect, chat about everyday life, and build new friendships in a welcoming library setting.
Expect casual conversation topics, a supportive atmosphere, and plenty of time to talk or simply listen. It’s a gentle, no-pressure way to improve social connection and wellbeing while enjoying a cuppa in Maroubra.
These community library events are perfect for parents juggling school runs who want a short, friendly morning out. Keywords: community, library events, coffee, social connection, Maroubra.
Sessions run on the fourth Tuesday of each month, from 10:30 to 12:00, with dates through to 2026-12-22. The series begins 2026-01-27 and continues monthly — a reliable way to add a social routine to your calendar.
The event is free for library members and bookings are essential via Eventbrite; you only need to register once per year to attend all sessions. If you miss several sessions without notice you may forfeit your booking, so please cancel if your plans change.
This is a relaxed social meetup rather than a structured class, ideal for parents who want friendly conversation, community connection, and a break from the daily routine. Age guidelines are adult-focused, welcoming carers and parents alike.
Meet at Lionel Bowen Library, 669-673 Anzac Parade, Maroubra — a central community library with easy access and familiar amenities. The venue is close to local shops and parking, making drop-offs and pickups straightforward for school-aged children.
Randwick City Library is committed to accessibility and inclusion; if you have access requirements, contact the library so arrangements can be made. The library also notes activities may be photographed or recorded for promotional use, so please advise staff if you prefer not to be included.
If you need to call, the main number listed is +61 2 9093 6400 for general enquiries and assistance with bookings or access needs. This location gives a friendly, local community feel for parents seeking connection.
Bookings open online and are essential — spaces are limited and you must be a library member to attend (membership is free and can be completed online or at any branch). You only need to register once per year to join all sessions in the series.
If participants miss three or more consecutive weeks without notifying staff, they may forfeit their booking. Please cancel your ticket if you cannot attend to allow others the opportunity to join; terms and conditions apply and are subject to change.
By attending you consent to possible digital recording for promotional purposes unless you notify staff beforehand. The program is volunteer-supported and designed to be inclusive and supportive for parents and community members.
The event is free for library members; non-members must join the library (free membership) before attending. Bookings are made via Eventbrite (external site), and the library asks attendees to read Eventbrite's privacy policy when registering.
Bookings are essential and open annually (for example, registrations for sessions may open on specified dates such as Tuesday 30 December 2025 at 09:30 for the 2026 series). Only one yearly registration is required for all sessions, simplifying planning for busy parents.
To reserve your spot, look for the Eventbrite booking link on the Randwick City Library events page or contact the library for assistance with registration and membership. Bring a readiness to chat, a willingness to connect, and an appreciation for local library community events.
