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The Northern Beaches offers seniors a diverse range of educational and volunteer opportunities, and social and exercise activities to help keep you active, engaged, and connected with your community.
Northern Beaches Seniors Directory
The best place to start researching activities for seniors is in our Seniors Directory. Copies of the Directory are available from Council customer service centres, libraries and community centres.
Alternatively contact our Community Development Team (Seniors) on 8495 6618 or seniors@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au.
Education and leisure
There are a number of education and leisure activities on the Northern Beaches. These include art, craft and hobby groups, cards and board games, computer groups, and education and learning on a range of topics including history, photography, technology and languages. View the list in the Seniors Directory
Fitness and exercise
Organised activities include aqua fitness, bowls, croquet, table tennis, Lifeball, gentle exercise, walking groups, and various styles of dancing. View the list in the Seniors Directory
You can search for exercise programs for seniors in your area on the NSW Health Active & Healthy website.
We also have seniors programs at the Warringah Aquatic Centre and Manly "Andrew Boy Charlton" Fitness Centre.
Social clubs and outings
Social connection is of vital importance at any age and particularly so as we get older. There are plenty of options on offer including seniors clubs, Aboriginal and multicultural groups, luncheon clubs, and service clubs. View the list in the Seniors Directory
Volunteering
Council's volunteer programs are a great way to be in involved in your local community.
Council is also working with community organisations to support their essential services during COVID-19. View our list of community volunteer opportunities.
More information
Contact our Community Development Team (Seniors) on 8495 6618 or seniors@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
What's on?
The events below have been curated for seniors - see the full What’s On Event Calendar.
Mon 5 Feb
Wed 26 Jun
Social Scrabble
Join us at the Library for a range of games with a tea in hand.
Council Events, Health and Wellbeing, Seniors
Fri 26 Apr
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Back for another year, come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Seniors, Youth
Tue 30 Apr
2.30 PM - 4.30 PM
Makerspace Drop-Ins at Forestville Library
Take control of a Robotic Arm, get creative with a Cricut or learn to code with a Lego Robot. Ages 15+
6 Darley Street Forestville
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors, Youth
Wed 1 May
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
History Hub Presentation at Forestville Library
Interested in the history of your local area? Join us for a presentation on how to best use the Library's History Hub, your online local history source.
Forestville Library, 6 Darley Street Forestville
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors
Thu 2 May
11.00 AM - 1.00 PM
Age Care Information Session at Warringah Mall Library
Learn about Age Care options with Services Australia.
Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Mon 6 May
10.00 AM - 11.30 AM
Privacy Awareness Week: Drop-in Tech Help at Glen Street
Drop in for some technology help during Privacy Awareness Week 2024 at your local branch.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Tech Table, Seniors
Mon 6 May
10.00 AM - 11.30 AM
Privacy Awareness Week: Drop-in Tech Help at Mona Vale
Drop in for some technology help during Privacy Awareness Week 2024 at your local branch.
Mona Vale Library, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Council Events, Tech Table, Seniors
Tue 7 May
10.00 AM - 11.30 AM
Privacy Awareness Week: Drop-in Tech Help at Warringah Mall
Drop in for some technology help during Privacy Awareness Week 2024 at your local branch.
Warringah Mall Library Level 2 Brookvale
Council Events, Tech Table, Seniors
Tue 7 May
1.30 PM - 2.30 PM
Identity Protection Info Session at Warringah Mall
Join ID Support NSW for a free Info Session via live webinar to strengthen your cyber resilience and arm you with the skills you need to stay secure online.
Warringah Mall Library, Level 2, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors
Tue 7 May
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
Post Settlement Pioneers Talk at Dee Why
Learn about the lives of the post settlement pioneers of the Northern Beaches.
Dee Why Library, 725 Pittwater Road Dee Why
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors
Tue 7 May
2.30 PM - 4.30 PM
Makerspace Drop-Ins at Forestville Library
Take control of a Robotic Arm, get creative with a Cricut or learn to code with a Lego Robot. Ages 15+
6 Darley Street Forestville
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors, Youth
Wed 8 May
10.00 AM - 11.30 AM
Privacy Awareness Week: Drop-in Tech Help at Manly
Drop in for some technology help during Privacy Awareness Week 2024 at your local branch.
Manly Library, 1 Market Ln Manly
Council Events, Tech Table, Seniors
Thu 9 May
10.00 AM - 11.30 AM
Privacy Awareness Week: Drop-in Tech Help at Dee Why
Drop in for some technology help during Privacy Awareness Week 2024 at your local branch.
Dee Why Library, 725 Pittwater Rd Dee Why
Council Events, Tech Table, Seniors
Thu 9 May
10.00 AM - 11.30 AM
Privacy Awareness Week: Drop-in Tech Help at Forestville
Drop in for some technology help during Privacy Awareness Week 2024 at your local branch.
Forestville Library, 6 Darley St Forestville
Council Events, Tech Table, Seniors
Thu 9 May
2.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Age Pension Information Session at Mona Vale Library
Learn about the Age Pension with Services Australia.
1 Park St Mona Vale
Disability, Education and Learning, Seniors, Council Events, Library Services Australia Series
Tue 14 May
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
Post Settlement Pioneers Talk at Glen Street
Learn about the lives of the post settlement pioneers of the Northern Beaches.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and Blackbutts Road Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors
Tue 14 May
2.30 PM - 4.30 PM
Makerspace Drop-Ins at Forestville Library
Take control of a Robotic Arm, get creative with a Cricut or learn to code with a Lego Robot. Ages 15+
6 Darley Street Forestville
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors, Youth
Thu 16 May
2.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Digital Support Session at Mona Vale Library
Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia and Service NSW.
Mona Vale Library 1 Park St Mona Vale
Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Seniors, Council Events, Library Services Australia Series
Tue 21 May
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
Post Settlement Pioneers Talk at Warringah Mall
Learn about the lives of the post settlement pioneers of the Northern Beaches.
Warringah Mall Library, Westfield Level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Road Brookvale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors
Tue 21 May
2.30 PM - 4.30 PM
Makerspace Drop-Ins at Forestville Library
Take control of a Robotic Arm, get creative with a Cricut or learn to code with a Lego Robot. Ages 15+
6 Darley Street Forestville
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors, Youth
Thu 23 May
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
Local Author: Elizabeth O'Brien
Join local author Elizabeth O'Brien as she discusses her children's book, Grandma Mary's Factory.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Children and Families, Council Events, Authors Talk, Seniors
Thu 23 May
2.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Disability and Carers Information Session at Mona Vale Library
Learn about carers and disability support options with Services Australia.
1 Park St Mona Vale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Fri 24 May
4.30 PM - 5.30 PM
Local Author: Spill the Beans
Join local authors from Spill the Beans writing group as they release their new anthology of short stories, Book No 5.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Authors Talk, Seniors
Fri 24 May
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Back for another year, come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Seniors, Youth
Tue 28 May
12.00 PM - 1.00 PM
Local Author: Jennie Keogh
Join local author Jennie Keogh as she discusses her book, How to Heal From Toxic Relationships.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Authors Talk, Seniors
Tue 28 May
2.30 PM - 4.30 PM
Makerspace Drop-Ins at Forestville Library
Take control of a Robotic Arm, get creative with a Cricut or learn to code with a Lego Robot. Ages 15+
6 Darley Street Forestville
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors, Youth
Thu 30 May
2.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Информативна презентација за особе за инвалидитетом и неговатеље (Disability and Carers)
Сазнајте више о опцијама за неговатеље и подршку особама са инвалидитетом коју пружа Services Australia на српском.
Mona Vale Library 1 Park St Mona Vale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Mon 3 Jun
10.30 AM - 11.30 AM
Local Author: Nettie Lodge
Join local author Nettie Lodge as she discusses her children's books, Tell Tails and The World's Greatest Tackle.
Mona Vale Library, 1 Park Street Mona Vale
Children and Families, Council Events, Authors Talk, Seniors
Thu 6 Jun
11.00 AM - 1.00 PM
Digital Support Session at Glen Street Library
Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia and Service NSW.
Glen Street Library Cnr Glen Street and Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Fri 14 Jun
1.00 PM - 2.00 PM
Local Author: Tony Howells
Join local author Tony Howells as he discusses his book, Killing Their Cousins.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Authors Talk, Seniors
Thu 20 Jun
11.00 AM - 1.00 PM
Scams Awareness Information Session at Glen Street Library
Learn about scams and privacy with Services Australia.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Education and Learning, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Fri 28 Jun
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Back for another year, come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Seniors, Youth
Fri 26 Jul
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Back for another year, come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Seniors, Youth
Fri 26 Jul
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Showcase your talent at Manly Library’s Open Mic Night.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Creative Open, Seniors, Youth
Wed 18 Dec
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Social Scrabble at Glen Street
Join us at Glen Street Library for a range of games with a tea in hand.
Project Space, Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Health and Wellbeing, Seniors