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We've got a variety of Council and community events and activities on the Northern Beaches to suit everyone. Take a look at the calendar or select a category for upcoming events. 

There's also a range of activities you can do online - join a webinar, watch a live stream, or view a recorded video in our digital library.

Check out other courses & activities at your local Community Centre or our Hello Manly website.

Submit your event

We encourage local not-for-profit community groups to publicise their events here too (conditions apply). Please note: listing here does not mean Council endorses the event or the organiser's products.

Please note: Our event calendar is not intended to advertise regular programs or classes. If they are held in one of our Community Centres, please submit to include in our Course and Activity Directory

Wed 15 May
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM

Collage for Carers

A series of free, fun and interactive workshops for local carers to explore creative practice as a tool for self-care, connection and community building.
2/73 Winbourne Road Brookvale
Wed 15 May
1.00 PM - 2.30 PM
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Info Session on Supporting Young Carers

Join Carer Gateway, EPIC and Youth Up Front in an empowering and interactive information session for adults on supporting young people navigate adolescence and support services.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Disability, Health and Wellbeing
Mon 25 Mar
Wed 15 May
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2024 Young Writers' Competition

Calling all aspiring young writers to enter the 2024 Young Writers' Competition! Entries now open, closing Wednesday 15 May 2024.
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays, Youth
Wed 15 May
4.00 PM - 6.00 PM
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Drop in and Draw at Manly

This event has been cancelled.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Art and Culture, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Youth
Wed 15 May
6.30 PM - 7.30 PM
Author Helen Signy

Maya's Dance with Helen Signy

Join author Helen Signy and Michelle Barraclough as they discuss Maya’s Dance, a fictional novel inspired by Holocaust survivor Lucie Pollak-Langford.
Warringah Mall Library, Level 2 Westfield /145 Old Pittwater Road Brookvale
Council Events, Authors Talk
Thu 16 May
9.30 AM - 11.30 AM

Create & Connect

Explore art making, creative expression and relaxation in our open studio art therapy workshop.
Avalon Creative Space 32 Old Barrenjoey Road Avalon Beach
Art and Culture, Avalon Creative Space
Thu 16 May
1.00 PM - 1.45 PM
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Tank the Turtle Story Time at Dee Why

Meet Tank the Turtle at the library. Tank loves to share ideas that will keep the ocean healthy for Tank and all his fishy friends.
Dee Why Library, 725 Pittwater Rd Dee Why
Children and Families, Council Events, CEC Events, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Thu 16 May
2.00 PM - 4.00 PM
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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
Thu 16 May
6.00 PM - 9.00 PM
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Drawing Masterclass Series: Kathrin Longhurst - Portraiture

As part of our Collection 100 centenary celebrations during 2024, we’ve invited four artists represented in the MAG&M collection to each present a masterclass.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum 1A West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, MAG&M Talks and Events, Education and Learning
Sat 18 May
9.00 AM - 3.00 PM
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Reuse and Recycling Event

Drive and drop off your old and unwanted items for reuse and recycling.
Aquatic Reserve carpark Aquatic Drive, Frenchs Forest NSW
Council Events, Waste Reduction Events
Sat 18 May
1.00 PM - 3.00 PM

Composting with Kids Workshop

Some fun outdoor activities to introduce your kids to composting and worm farming!
1 Kimbriki Road (off Mona Vale Road) Ingleside
Community Group, Waste Reduction Events
Sun 19 May
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
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Meet the Artist: Placed

Meet Mechelle Bounpraseuth and hear her talk about her art practice and works in the exhibition, Placed.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, MAG&M Talks and Events
Mon 20 May
1.30 PM - 3.00 PM
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Seniors Rights Service Info Session

Join us for a Seniors Rights Service information session to learn about retirement villages, your rights and legal advocacy services for ages 65+.
Mona Vale Library, 1 Park Street Mona Vale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Seniors