Civic Library is currently closed for unplanned maintenance. We apologise for any inconvenience. You can view other library locations on our hours and locations page.

English conversation classes


English Conversation Classes provide a welcoming and relaxed opportunity for adults to practice listening and speaking in English. Conversations focus on general issues, popular topics and Australian culture and idioms. Participants can ask questions and find out how to connect in their local community.

The groups are run by library volunteers who lead the conversation each week. Where possible, groups split up into different conversations by level of experience e.g. beginners, intermediate, advanced.

How to book a class

To join an English Conversation Class, you need to book first. You can do this in one of three ways:

Important information

English Conversation Classes are held all year, except on public holidays and during school holidays.

DayTimeLocation
Monday 10.30 am - 12.00 pm Gungahlin
Monday 10.00 am - 11.30 am Woden
Monday1.30 pm - 3.00 pmTuggeranong
Monday6.00 pm -  7.30 pmTuggeranong 
Tuesday 2.00 pm - 3.30 pm Civic
Wednesday 11.30 am - 1.00 pm Dickson
Wednesday 6.15 pm -  7.45 pm Gungahlin *on hold*
Thursday 10.30 am - 12.00 pm Gungahlin
Thursday   12.30 pm - 2.00 pm Woden
Friday11.30 am - 1.00 pmBelconnen
Friday 12.30 pm - 2.00 pm Kippax
Friday 11.30 am - 12.15 pm Online. Register by emailing: kippaxfridayenglish@gmail.com