

Marking our time this History Week
From pioneering women to historical walks and stories of First Nations’ culture and heritage, discover more about your local history.

Library and Information Week 2024
Learn more about the important role libraries play in supporting our communities.

Celebrate Family History Month at the Library
Discover your family’s past with a wealth of workshops and resources at the Library this August.

Congratulations to our 2024 Young Writers' Competition winners!
Now in its 15th consecutive year, more than 400 remarkable entries were received from students across the Northern Beaches.

Manly, Warringah & Pittwater Historical Society Centenary
Celebrate a century of local history preservation.

Curl up with a good book this winter
Brrrr, it’s cold outside! With winter now in full force, it’s the perfect excuse to curl up with a good...

Explore and discover this National Science Week
Celebrate the magic of science with a range of fun activities at the Library.

Join us for NAIDOC Week 2024
Learn more about First Nations cultures and histories and celebrate one of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.

Celebrate Pride Month at the Library
Join us for a range of programs this June and celebrate our diverse community.

Dee Why Library closure
Dee Why Library will be temporarily closed for essential electrical works.

King's Birthday public holiday closure
All Northern Beaches Libraries, including community libraries, will be closed for the King’s Birthday public holiday.

Meet our Judges for the 2024 Young Writers' Competition
We are excited to announce the talented writers and illustrators that will be judging the Young Writers’ Competition this year.


Library Holiday Closures
Northern Beaches Library Service will be closed, or operating on reduced hours, from 25 December 2023 – 1 January 2024.

It's Mental Health Month this October
Join us at the Library this October to learn more about mental health awareness, how to support others and improve...

Discover our new History Hub Collection
Are you curious to know more about Manly’s early development?

Winners of the 2023 Young Writers' Competition announced
Now in its 14th consecutive year, this year’s challenge called for students to submit a short story featuring the word...


Our aspiring young authors share their writing tips
The Northern Beaches is bursting with creative young talent, and we’ve got a great opportunity for young people (K-12) with...
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