Programs - Adult
Beginner 3D Printing and Design
Who: 12+ (Under 16’s with adult supervision)
When: Group 1 - Wednesdays 15, 22, 29 October and 5 November
| 5:30-7pm
Group 2 - Wednesdays 12, 19, 26 November and 3 December
| 5:30-7pm
Where: St Marys Library
Tickets: $20 for all 4 weeks
Discover the fundamentals of 3D printed design in this beginner friendly program. Over 4 sessions you will develop the core skills and techniques required to create exciting 3D printed designs:
Week 1 - Learn the basics – Explore 3D printing technologies and gain foundational skills in TinkerCAD.
Week 2 - Solid structures – Build your skills further to create solid structures suitable for 3D printing.
Week 3 - Moving Parts – Develop precision modelling skills by creating and incorporating moving parts.
Week 4 – Finished Design - Put your new skills to the test with a final project.
Due to the technical nature of this program, basic computer skills are essential. The age requirement for this program is strictly 12+, any participants under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Refunds will not be issued for missed sessions.
Learn English with Nepean Community College (Term 4)
Who: Adults with beginner and intermediate English speaking skills.
When: Thursdays 16 October -11 December
Where: Penrith City Library
Tickets: Free. Bookings are essential.
Are you interested in improving your English skills? Join us for this 9-week course with Nepean Community College (RTO #1223) for beginner or intermediate English speakers. The course will run for 9 weeks from Thursday 16 October to Thursday 11 December 2025. Registering is confirmation of attendance for those 9 weeks.
On registration, participants must visit Nepean Community College between 13-15 October, 9am-5pm. Please bring along a form of ID such as a Driver Licence or Medicare Card to create a Unique Student Identifier for class.
This training is funded by the NSW government for citizens/permanent residents, or those with a humanitarian or refugee visa. Tea, coffee and light refreshments provided. Please advise us on 4732 7891 if you have accessibility requirements for this program.
Level 1 (Beginner)
9.30-11.30am | Course Code: RTO#1223
This course for beginner English speakers will focus on developing sentences, basic spelling, pronunciation and understanding abbreviations. Previous exposure to English is essential to fully grasp this content.
Click here to book for Level 1
Level 2 (Intermediate)
12-2pm | Course Code: RTO#1223 - VU22364 Participate in simple spoken interactions
This course for intermediate for English speaker covers pronunciation, information order, communication skills, sentences and tenses, and identifying information. Activities will include conversational exchanges to convey information, preparing for conversations, sharing information, learning new words.
Basic Digital Skills with Nepean Community College Series
Who: People aged 16+
When: Wednesdays 22 October-10 December | 2-4pm
Where: Penrith City Library
Tickets: Free. Bookings are essential.
Interested in learning basic computer skills? Join us for this nationally recognised accredited course with Nepean Community College (RTO:1223).
The course covers basic skills for using a computer including; understanding devices (printers, monitors, audio/video devices, USB and memory devices), basic internet use (URLs, searching tips and tricks), creating folders and storing files, adding and removing programs, security and passwords, ergonomics, creating basic documents, different file types, antivirus software, finding videos online, and basic online safety.
This course goes for 8 weeks, each Wednesday from Wednesday 22 October to Wednesday 10 December. Booking for the first session confirms attendance at all 8 sessions.
Course Outline:
BSBTEC101 Operate digital devices
· Understanding devices
· Basic Internet use
· Adding and removing programs
· Creating basic documents and different file types
NSW government funding is available for eligible students (Aus/NZ citizen/perm resident, or those with a humanitarian or refugee visa, over 15 not enrolled in school or those with a humanitarian or refugee visa).
Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be provided.
Please advise us on 4732 7891 if you have accessibility requirements for this session.
Ageing Creatively: A Life Writing Workshop Series
Who: Adults aged 55+
When: Tuesdays 4 November-9 December | 2-4pm
Where: Penrith City Library
Tickets: Free. Bookings are essential.
Join a vibrant and inspiring six-week creative writing journey designed specifically for adults aged 55 and over. These interactive workshops will guide participants through the art of life writing - blending memory, imagination, and storytelling to craft compelling memoirs or creative perspectives.
Each week explores a different theme, from memory and worldbuilding to emotion, character development, and experimental writing forms like haiku and flash fiction. Through hands-on exercises, group discussions, and optional sharing, participants will build confidence in their writing and deepen their connection to personal stories and experiences.
Facilitated by Gabiann Marin
Gabiann Marin is a published author, editor, and academic with expertise in memoir, historical fiction, and biographical writing. She has worked on acclaimed titles such as Shades of Me by Mel Brown and Wheels of Steele by Olympian Steele Bishop, and teaches creative writing and journalism at Western Sydney University.
Booking for the first session is confirmation of attendance at all 6 sessions. Sessions will occur each Tuesday from Tuesday 4 November until Tuesday 9 December from 2pm-4pm.
This series has been organised in collaboration with the Writing and Society Research Centre, Western Sydney University. These workshops are based on a two year research project titled 'Ageing Creatively: Creative Writing as a Tool for Healthy Ageing', which explored the best methods and practices of teaching creative writing in aged care facilities.
Tea, coffee and light refreshments will be provided.
Please advise us on 4732 7891 if you have accessibility requirements for this session.
The Secret Suburb: unearthing a hidden history
Who: Adults
When: Thursday 27 November | 4-5pm
Where: Penrith City Library
Tickets: Free
At the foothills of the Blue Mountains lies Lapstone, a small, often-overlooked town with a rich history. Now, Michele Corin, a lifelong resident, brings this untold story to life in her new book, The Secret Suburb, which explores the unique community spirit that has shaped Lapstone over the last 70 years.
While many travellers bypass Lapstone in pursuit of more prominent mountain destinations, this quiet town is steeped in historical landmarks like the Lapstone Hill Zig-Zag Railway, Lapstone Hill Tunnel, Knapsack Viaduct, and Lennox Bridge. Michele’s book brings to life the people and events that transformed the area and the connection to Penrith, beginning with Arthur Hand, the “Father of Lapstone".
This session will be Auslan interpreted
Book Clubs
Second Tuesday Book Club
When: Second Tuesday of the month | 10.30-11.30am
Where: Penrith City Library
Tickets: Our group is currently at capacity.
Third Tuesday Book Club
When: Third Tuesday of the month | 2-3.30pm
Where: Penrith City Library
Tickets: Our group is currently at capacity.
Join one of Penrith City Library’s book clubs and discuss great reads with a group of fellow literary lovers. Places are limited.
St Marys Knitters
Who: Adults
When: 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month | 10am-12pm
Where: St Marys Library
Tickets: Free. Bookings not required.
Bring along your knitting, crochet or other craft project, and work away with other like-minded creators at St Marys Library. The group meets twice a month for a chat, cuppa and to work on their latest project. This free group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month.
Tech Help
Need help with learning to use your smartphone, tablet or laptop?
Want to learn to send messages and emails, or to shop and pay bills online?
Book a one hour, one on one training session with a Tech Mate from the Digital Literacy Foundation on Tech Tuesday at Penrith City Library, or Web Wednesday at St Marys Library.
Tech help topics may include:
- Creating and using an email account
- Creating documents
- Attaching files and photos
- Using subscription library resources
- Downloading and streaming content like movies, books, and audiobooks, and more.
- Using your device
- Searching the Internet
Please bring your device and passwords with you. We look forward to helping you!
For T&Cs and more information about technology at Penrith City Libraries, visit the library’s technology page.