Adults

Bathurst Library holds many events aimed at adults, including author talks, Tech Help programs for seniors, and presentations.

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Events for Adults

Beanstack Genre Bingo Challenge

03 Sep 2026 Genre Bingo Challenge:
Read new books and complete activities to earn Bingo Badges on your Virtual Bingo Card this August and September.

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Local Writers’ Showcase - Expressions of Interest

03 Sep 2026 Expressions of interest are now open for the 2026 Local Writers’ Showcase.

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel Street, 2795

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Author Talk: Bush Childhood to City Activist

04 Sep 2026 Glenda Gartrell presents her memoir. A personal insight into societal changes and evolution from the 1940’s onwards.

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel Street, 2795

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AUSLAN Conversational Skills

08 Sep 2026 Join accredited teacher Wendy Daly for a series of lessons to learn conversational AUSLAN skills in an informal, no pressure environment.

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel Street, 2795

2 more dates

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Get Ready: Bush Fire Safety Workshop

08 Sep 2026 Do you have a burning question about bush fire safety? Getting ready for a bush fire is easier than you think.

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel Street, 2795

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Computer Coffee Club

16 Sep 2026 Designed for beginners, Computer Coffee Club is a chance to learn more about your computer or smart device.

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel St, 2795

2 more dates

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In Conversation – Tess Woods

19 Sep 2026 Best-selling author Tess Woods will visit Bathurst Library for a conversation on her new contemporary fiction novel,
The Cairo Bridal Shop.

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel Street, 2795

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Sydney Writers’ Festival – FREE streaming sessions

20 Sep 2026 A series of free streamed events brought to you by the Sydney Writers’ Festival and the State Library of NSW.

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel Street, 2795

7 more dates

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Truth, Reality and AI

21 Sep 2026 Presented by Cory Alpert - in an era dominated by conversations about misinformation and disinformation, the central question remains: What is truth?

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel Street, 2795

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History & Mystery with Sue Williams & James Dunbar

23 Sep 2026 Join celebrated authors Sue Williams and James Dunbar as they interview each other about their writing in this History & Mystery special event.

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel Street, 2795

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In Conversation - Sonia Orchard

16 Oct 2026 Join us for a special In Conversation event with author Sonia Orchard as she discusses her powerful memoir, Groomed, shortlisted for the 2026 National Biography Award.

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel Street, 2795

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In Conversation – Sally Piper

21 Oct 2026 Join Sally for a conversation on her powerful new book People Like Us, that celebrates the power of female friendships and the promise of new beginnings found in unexpected places.

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel Street, 2795

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Witnessing Landscapes: Nature Writing Masterclass with Sally Piper

22 Oct 2026 A three-hour writing masterclass with targeted prompts, exercises, readings and discussion to re-imagine your relationship with the natural world.

Bathurst Library, 70-78 Keppel Street, 2795

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