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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.
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
Sun 30 Jun
11.15 AM - 12.15 PM
Local Author: Kirsty Nancarrow
Join local author Kirsty Nancarrow as she discusses her book, Himalayan Dreams: The Story of Som Tamang.
Warringah Mall Library, Level 2, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Road Brookvale
Council Events, Authors Talk, Seniors
Tue 2 Jul
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
Tue 9 Jul
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 11 Jul
1.30 PM - 3.30 PM
NDIS Connection Desk at Glen Street
Learn more about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), the options available to you and how to apply.
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
Thu 11 Jul
1.30 PM - 3.30 PM
Government digital support sessions at Glen Street
Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
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
Tue 16 Jul
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 18 Jul
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Age Care Information Session at Glen Street
Learn about aged care options through Services Australia.
Glen St Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Fri 19 Jul
2.00 PM - 3.00 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
Tue 23 Jul
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
Fri 26 Jul
1.30 PM - 2.30 PM
The Aboriginal History of Coastal Living
Join us for a presentation about how First Nations peoples used the resources of the coastal fringe in their daily lives. Presented by the Aboriginal Heritage Office.
Mona Vale Creative Space - Gallery, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Art and Culture, Creative Open, Workshops and Talks, Education and Learning, Seniors
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, Experiences and Performances, 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
Tue 30 Jul
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 8 Aug
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Government digital support sessions at Mona Vale
Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Glen Street Library, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Fri 23 Aug
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 10 Sep
11.30 AM - 1.00 PM
Savings Finder Presentation with Service NSW
Learn how to access various savings, rebates and vouchers available to you! Presented by Service NSW.
Warringah Mall Library, level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Thu 12 Sep
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Government digital support sessions at Warringah Mall
Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Warringah Mall Library, level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Fri 20 Sep
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
Thu 3 Oct
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Government digital support sessions at Mona Vale
Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Glen Street Library, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Fri 25 Oct
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
Thu 31 Oct
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Government digital support sessions at Warringah Mall
Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Warringah Mall Library, level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Thu 31 Oct
11.00 AM - 1.00 PM
Scams Awareness Information Session at Warringah Mall
Learn about scams and privacy with Services Australia and ID NSW.
Warringah Mall Library, level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Thu 14 Nov
1.30 PM - 3.30 PM
老年护理（Age Care）资讯讲座
通过澳大利亚民政服务部（Services Australia）了解老年护理选择的相关信息。
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
Thu 5 Dec
1.30 PM - 3.30 PM
Government digital support sessions at Glen Street
Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
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
Thu 5 Dec
1.30 PM - 3.30 PM
NDIS Connection Desk at Glen Street
Learn more about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), the options available to you and how to apply.
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
Thu 12 Dec
11.30 AM - 1.00 PM
Savings Finder Presentation with Service NSW
Learn how to access various savings, rebates and vouchers available to you! Presented by Service NSW.
Warringah Mall Library, level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors
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
Thu 19 Dec
11.00 AM - 1.00 PM
Scams Awareness Information Session at Warringah Mall
Learn about scams and privacy with Services Australia and ID NSW.
Warringah Mall Library, level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Library Services Australia Series, Seniors