Adult Workshops
| Event | Description | Date | Time | Location | Bookings |
| Dungeons and Dragons (ages 15 - 25) | Dungeons and Dragons is a game of problem solving, creativity, imagination, teamwork and co-operation. During the session you'll travel a fanciful world, discover your inner self, and push your own boundaries - it's all determined by a dice roll and a gaming master.
Who can play? Dungeons and Dragons is suitable for any adult regardless of gender, culture and background. So come along and join us in the fun and immersive world of Dungeons and Dragons.
We are currently running the campaign Icewind Dale - Rime of the Frost Maiden; pre-generated characters are available; however if you would like to bring your own, please email aj@yourlocalgm.com to find out what level your character needs to be. Facilitated by AJ Teo from Your Local GM Bookings are essential; please click the 'book now' link to reserve a spot. | Thursday 1 December | 4.30pm-6.30pm | Maylands Library | Book now |
| Adult Crocheting Workshop | This crocheting workshop is suitable for the absolute beginner through to the advanced level knitter just wanting to hone their skills.
Feel free to bring along your own hooks and yarn if you have them.
Facilitated by Zoe Damatova. | Monday 21 November | 5.30pm-6.30pm | Bayswater Library | Book now |
| Celebration of Heritage and History - Maylands Historical and Peninsula Association Series of Lunchtime Talks | The Maylands Historical and Peninsula Association is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a series of special events throughout November, including a series of talks at the Maylands Library. Topics covered are: - Researching your house history - 3 November
- Protesting Maylands - 10 November
- Maylands Railway - 17 November
- Perth's First Airport on the Maylands Peninsula - 24 November
Bookings essential. | Every Thursday from 7-24 November | 1pm-2.30pm | Maylands Library | See full program |
| Christmas crafts | Get ready for Christmas with the City of Bayswater libraries at one of these FREE crafty workshops. | 2 to 5 December | Various | Various | See full program |
| Seed Saving Workshop | Learn seed saving techniques in this hands on workshop with Fiona Blackham from Gaia Permaculture. Fiona will show you different methods for harvesting and cleaning seeds and will bring samples for you to practice on. You will also be shown how to fold origami seed packets to store your seeds in. While you are in the library visit our Seed Library and find out how you can help us grow and sustain our collection.
Bookings essential.
| Saturday, 25 February | 9.30-11.30am | Bayswater | Bookings open 25 January |
Book Club
Join other keen readers to discuss the selected book of the month. A small fee for hiring books may apply. Contact your library for more details.
| Day | Time | Library |
| Second Monday of the month (commencing 10 October 2022) | 6pm - 7pm | Bayswater |
| First Tuesday of the month | 6pm - 7pm | Maylands |
| Third Wednesday of the month | 6pm - 7pm | Bayswater |
| Third Friday of the month | 1.30pm - 2.30pm | Morley |
Hi,Tech - Learn
1 to 1 technology help
Need help creating an email account, filling in an online form or using your device? Book a session with one of our Digital Mentors. The Hi-Tech - Learn 1 to 1 tech help program is for adults who need assistance with basic technology queries. Please only book 1 session at a time. Our volunteer Digital Mentors can assist you with:
• Accessing the free online courses on the Be Connected website
• Basic device use - smartphones, iPads/tablets, laptops, computers
• Basic program use - web browsers, word processing
• Basic internet searching
• Basic email assistance
• Basic online safety
• Navigating online forms
Digital Mentors cannot assist with:
• Job applications
• Online training courses/inductions
• Formatting/editing documents or emails
• Setting up devices or running software updates
• Troubleshooting hardware and software problems
• Intermediate or advanced-level computer, device or software training e.g. Excel
• Buying and selling online
• Building websites
Please contact the library if you are unable to attend your appointment time slot to allow someone else to attend in your place.
Book a session here or call your nearest library.
Bayswater Library: 9272 0951.
Maylands Library: 9208 2450.
Morley Library: 9272 0980.
Basic technology courses
The libraries offer small group sessions on a range of topics. In these 2 hours sessions our volunteer Digital Mentors will show you the basics and give you time to practice. There will also be time for you to ask questions at the end.
Upcoming courses:
| Topic | Date | Time | Location | Booking link |
| iPhones for beginners | Tuesday, 29 November | 10am-12pm | Morley Library | Book now |
Intermediate technology courses
| Topic | Date | Time | Description | Location | Booking link |
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Be Connected - Every Australian Online
Be Connected is an Australia wide initiative empowering all Australians to thrive in a digital world. They have online beginner courses that will take you through the basics of using a computer, getting online and staying safe. Visit their website to start your learning journey today. Be Connected Website.
Be Connected - eLearning Tutorials
Are you interested in learning or improving on basic technology skills? The City of Bayswater Library Service, in partnership with Be Connected, are offering free online courses that will help you improve your skills and gain confidence while using technology.
| Tutorial | Description | Available Online |
| Skype | Learn how to stay connected with family and friends using Skype. | Watch here |
| WhatsApp | Learn how to stay connected with family and friends using WhatsApp. | Watch here |
| Zoom | Learn how to stay connected with family and friends using Zoom. | Watch here |
English Conversation Group - Fluency, Friendship and Fun
English chat sessions aimed at those born overseas, but suitable for anyone interested in gaining confidence speaking English.
| Day | Time | Library |
| Wednesdays | 9.30am - 11.30am | Morley |
| Fridays | 9.30am - 11.30am | Maylands |
Noongar Language and Cultural Session
Kaya! Local Noongar language teacher Carol Foley will lead you in a hands-on learning experience of First Nations language and culture.
| Date | Time | Library | Bookings |
| Saturday, 19 November | 10am - 11am | Maylands | Book now |
Writers' Workshop
Suitable for the beginner to experienced writer. Facilitated by author Bruce Russell.
| Day | Time | Library | Bookings |
| Thursday, 3 November | 5.15pm - 6.45pm | Maylands | Book now |