Colouring in the Library

Colouring in for adults has shown to have many positive effects on well-being. Designs and pencils provided, or you are welcome to bring your own. Supervised children and young adults are also welcome.

All welcome, no bookings required.

Colour Me Calm

Bateau Bay Library
This informal group meets for an hour or two of colouring in. We supply everything you require to join in this fun, creative and relaxing hobby.
Meets on the first and third Friday of each month, 10am-12pm
Enquiries: 4350 1580

Social Art Groups

Are you a practising artist or adventurous art lover? 
Then come along for an art get-together with exchanges of ideas and techniques.
All welcome, no bookings required. 

Woy Woy Library Social Art Group
Woy Woy Library
Meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month, 2-4pm
Enquiries: 4304 7555

Do you love reading? Do you want to share your opinions on literature? Or do you just want to connect with people from your community?

Why not join one of our bookclubs that run at our library branches?

For details including days, times and costs please contact your preferred library branch or email library@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au.

Please note, the annual $48.00 Book Club membership fee (per club) is payable prior to submitting a Book Club registration form. Payments are accepted at Council Customer Service Centres.

• Library Guideline – Library Book Club Membership
• Download Book Club FAQ
• Download Book Club Registration Form
• Download Current Book Club Box List
• Download New Titles Book Club Box - Supplementary List for 2024

Availability

Community Services

Carers NSW information

Representatives of Carers NSW will be in the library to provide information on the services available for carers in our community. Carers provide care and support to a friend or family member who has a disability or other condition requiring ongoing care. No bookings required. 

Woy Woy Library
First Thursday of each month, 9.30am-12pm
Enquiries: 4304 7555

Form-filling assistance and JP services

A volunteer from Green Point-Terrigal Community Centre will be available to assist with filling out forms and providing general JP services. Please phone ahead to confirm availability.

Erina Library
Every Friday, 9.30-11.30am
Enquiries: 4304 7650

Wesley Care Finder and Service NSW Seniors information desk

Wesley Care Finder services are provided free of charge and help to support older people who need intensive assistance to access aged care services. Representatives from Wesley Mission and Services NSW will be available to assist with connecting to aged care services. No bookings required.

Umina Beach Library
Second Thursday of each month, 11am-12.30pm
Enquiries: 4304 7333

Woy Woy Library
Second Thursday of each month, 9.30-11am
Enquiries: 4304 7555

Exercise Your Brain

Seniors are invited to try out word puzzles and play games designed to sharpen memory and problem-solving skills.

Erina Library
Meets on the first Thursday of each month, 10.30am
Bookings and Enquiries: 4304 7650

Kincumber Library
Meets on the first Friday of each month, 10.30am
Bookings and Enquiries: 4304 7641

Meditation: Creating Inner Peace

Enjoy a meditation group to develop inner peace, restore your balance and perspective on life. No bookings required.

Woy Woy Library
Every Tuesday, 10-11.30am
Enquiries: 4304 7555

History Hounds

Does your family roll their eyes whenever you talk about your family history research? Come and tell us instead! We will happily listen to your wonderful discoveries, share research ideas and look at new family history resources.

History hounds meets on the first Wednesday of each month, 10.30-11.30am online via Zoom.
Phone 4350 1560 or email history@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

Kindred Spirits

Join in a social group for like-minded genealogists. Chat about your family history research and meet other people with a passion for uncovering the past.

Kindred Spirits meet on the first Thursday of each month, 10-11am at Umina Beach Library. No bookings required.
Phone: 4304 7333

Drop in Social Circle

Pop into our informal meet-up for a chat and a cuppa. Meet new people while enjoying cards, board games and puzzles. Everyone is welcome.

Gosford Library
Meets every Tuesday and Thursday, 9am-12pm, commencing 30 April. 
Enquiries: 4304 7500

Gardening Club

Chat all things gardening, propagation, sharing seeds, and much more. Share and discover simple tips and inspiration from balcony to back yard gardening. 

Umina Beach Library
Second Friday of each month, 9.30am
Enquiries: 4304 7333

Read Aloud Book Club

Do you enjoy reading aloud? Do you love the sound and rhythm of words and skilful writing? Come along to a book club with a difference. 

Woy Woy Library
Second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 2pm
Enquiries: 4304 7555

Tao Te Ching Discussion Group 

Tao Te Ching (or Dao De Jing) is an ancient Chinese classic written more than 2,500 years ago by Lao Zi . Tao is "the Way", Te means "virtue" and Ching can be translated as a "classic" or "canon". These non-denominational study classes serve to guide people in gaining an appreciation of the philosophy and wisdom of Lao Zi.  

Woy Woy Library
Last Saturday of each month (except Easter Saturday), 10am
Enquiries: 4304 7555

Knitting and craft groups

Can you knit, crochet, embroider or enjoy creating handmade craftwork? You can meet others and chat about your craft as you work on your projects at one of our knitting groups. Ask in your preferred library branch for details.

Bateau Bay Library

Knit and Knatter
Develop or share your knitting, crochet or embroidery skills with this friendly and creative group. Choose your own project or contribute to a charity project the group is working on.
Meets on second and fourth Friday of each month, 10am
Enquiries: 4350 1580

Erina Library

Stitch and Yarn Crafters
Bring along the craft project you are working on, meet new friends, share your ideas and get some creative inspiration. All skill levels welcome, from beginner to expert.
Meets fortnightly on Wednesdays, 10am
Enquiries: 4304 7650

Gosford Library

Knit and Natter
Join other knitters for a friendly knit and chat session.
Meets first and third Friday of the month, 9.30am-12pm
Enquiries: 4304 7500

Monday Craft Group
Bring along your current craft project, such as tapestry, knitting or crochet, and enjoy a chat while you create.
Meets weekly on Monday, 9-11am (Excluding public holidays)
Enquiries: 4304 7500

Kincumber Library

Wrapped With Love Knitting Group
Join our knitting group and help create warming blankets for those in need.
Meets on the second Tuesday of each month, 2-4pm
Enquiries: 4304 7641

Lake Haven Library

Knitting Group
Join our weekend knitting group.
Meets fortnightly on Saturday, 9.30am-12.30pm
Enquiries: 4350 1570

Umina Beach Library

Umina Beach Knitters
Join other knitters for a friendly knit and chat session.
Meets weekly on Monday, 10am-12pm
Enquiries: 4304 7333

Umina Beach Craft Group
Bring along your latest craft project to work on while enjoying a chat with others.
Meets weekly on Wednesday, 10am-12.30pm
Enquiries: 4304 7333

Podchat at Umina Beach Library

There are multitudes of podcasts, in a wide range of genres, online ready to listen to now. Not sure how to find them or what is good to listen to? Discover your new favourite podcast at Podchat, a discussion group especially for podcasts. Find out what’s new, old, popular or innovative in the world of podcasts.

Podchat meets on the fourth Thursday of each month, 10-11am

Enquires: 4304 7333

One-to-One Tech Help

Having trouble with your smart phone, tablet, eBook or eAudiobook? Library staff can assist you to connect to the internet, Wi-Fi, the eLibrary and more as well as troubleshoot basic technology queries.
Bookings are essential. Call your preferred branch to book an individual 20 minute session.

Bateau Bay Library
Available on selected Wednesdays, from 2pm, by appointment
Enquiries: 4350 1580

Erina Library
Available on selected Mondays and Thursdays
Enquiries: 4304 7650

Gosford Library
Available on selected Mondays and Fridays
Enquiries: 4304 7500

Kincumber Library
Weekdays by appointment
Enquiries: 4304 7641

Tuggerah Library
Weekdays by appointment
Enquiries: 4350 1560

Tech Savvy Seniors

Tech Savvy Seniors is a partnership between the NSW Government and Telstra, providing free or low cost technology training to seniors through NSW public libraries and community colleges. 

The program aims to help  seniors with little or no digital experience develop skills and confidence in using technology for socialising, accessing services or conducting personal business.  Training is fun and hands-on, and includes basic introductory courses on using computers, tablets, smart phones, the internet, email and social media. Please contact the library for session details and to book your place.

Tuggerah Library
Enquiries: 4350 1560

Writing Group at Toukley Library

Join the Pen Pushers Writing Group and share writing, receive feedback, talk about writing wins and failures, and have your questions answered.

Meets every second Friday, 10am–12pm

Enquires: 4350 1540