Published on Wednesday, 11 February 2026 at 9:42:25 AM
A new weekly social program is launching at the Dardanup Library, giving community members the chance to reconnect, create and unwind through the Lions LEGO® Social Club.
Running every Wednesday 10.00am to 12.00pm, the free adult-only program is a partnership between Shire of Dardanup Library Services and the Dardanup Lions Club, designed to bring people together through hands-on creativity and conversation.
Participants can build together, share ideas, and enjoy a relaxed social setting and even borrow LEGO® kits to continue their creations at home between sessions.
All kits have been generously purchased and supplied by the Dardanup Lions Club, who manage their upkeep.
Shire President Cr Tyrrell Gardiner said the Shire is supporting the initiative by housing the kits at Dardanup Library and promoting the program within the community.
Cr Gardiner said the initiative highlights the evolving role of libraries as welcoming community hubs.
“Libraries today are about much more than books — they’re places where people connect,” Cr Gardiner said.
“The Lions LEGO® Social Club creates a relaxed, inclusive space for adults to socialise, learn from one another and enjoy something creative together.”
The idea for the club was brought to the Shire by members of the Dardanup Lions Club, led by Reg Green, after recognising a growing need for connection among local seniors.
“The Lions Club of Dardanup became aware that many seniors in our community live alone and can feel quite lonely at times,” Mr Green said.
“After taking local advice, the Club put together the first four loan kits of adult LEGO and other puzzles that seniors can borrow from Dardanup Library, while enjoying a cuppa and a chat with Lions members.”
The initiative also supports broader efforts to encourage greater adult engagement, particularly men, in library spaces through informal, interest-based activities.
Cr Gardiner said partnerships with community organisations were key to delivering meaningful, inclusive programs.
“Community connection is at the heart of everything we do,” Cr Gardiner said.
“By working alongside local service groups like the Dardanup Lions, we can offer programs that support wellbeing, inclusion and lifelong learning.”
While the project is currently managed by the Dardanup Lions Club, there are plans to explore expanding the concept to other library locations in the future.
Residents are encouraged to drop in, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, chat with the volunteers and take part.
For more information, visit the Shire of Dardanup Library website or speak to library staff.
Caption: Shire President Cr Tyrrell Gardiner pictured with (left to right) Rob Webster, Reg Green and Brian Ewart form the Dardanup Lions with some of the LEGO kits they donated as part of the Lions LEGO® Social Club.
Media contact: Tahnia Creedon, Coordinator Communications and Marketing | tahnia.creedon@dardanup.wa.gov.au | 0436 942 509.
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