Friday, November 1, 2024
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4:00pm Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 5:00pm
The World I want to Live in art exhibition
Nothing like new art to freshen up the walls!‘The world I want to live in’ is a fascinating art exhibition from our creative community at How² Te Ako Charitable Trust. The artists are all from…
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1:00pm — 3:00pm
Age Friendly Palmerston North Community Report
Create a community where age is not a barrier, and individuals of all ages can flourish and thrive in their daily life. Come along to hear about the work Age Friendly Palmerston North has done to…
Sunday, November 3, 2024
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9:00am — 11:00am
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programmeLGBTQ+ VR Museum
For the first time in Aotearoa New Zealand, experience the world's first LGBTQ+ VR Museum. Created by DiVRse Technologies, this virtual reality exhibit is dedicated to celebrating artifacts, artwork…
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1:00pm — 3:00pm
Recycle-A-Device RAD Club
With support from our friends at Recycle-A-Device and Remojo Tech, these monthly sessions are for 13-19yr olds to learn the skills to refurbish laptops that are then donated to the community.…
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2:00pm — 3:00pm
Part of the Children programmeWrite Like a Rat with Author Joan Marie Galat
Write Like a Rat is a writing workshop for parent and child (ages 8+) with visiting Canadian author Joan Marie Galat. Write Like a RatMortimer, a journal-keeping lab rat on the International Space…
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5:00pm — 6:00pm
Part of the Latin America & Spain Film Festival programmeLASFF: Closing Ceremony with the Embassy of Argentina (Venue: Central Library)
Join us for the closing night of the Film Festival with Her Excellency Ms Maria Belén Bogado, Ambassador of Argentina. 5 - 6pm: Music, prize giving and light refreshments.6 - 8pm: Film screening Agua…
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6:00pm — 8:00pm
Part of the Latin America & Spain Film Festival programmeLASFF: Agua (Agua) Argentina (Venue: Central Library)
Thirty four year old Goyo, a former open water swimming champion, has been hiding out in the desert. Wrongly accused of doping in the Santa Fe-Coronda Marathon, a 57 kilometer river swim, he has…
Monday, November 4, 2024
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10:00am — 12:00pm
Part of the Science and Environment programmeFuture Living Skills Workshop
Want to learn how to save money on your power bill? Grow a new garden? Reduce your waste? Clever tips and tricks to make your home more energy efficient?We’re keen to help you become more sustainable…
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
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10:30am — 11:30am
Part of the Pre-school programmeRoslyn Jumping Jellybeans
Stories, music, craft and FUN for preschoolers and their caregivers!Sessions run fortnightly during term time and are free to attendEmail: roslyn@pncc.govt.nzPhone: 357 9287
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10:30am — 11:30am
Awapuni Library Craft Club
Come and join our craft group!Knit or crochet a sea themed piece for George Street Reef, an upcoming community arts project. All abilities welcome - if you're a pro or just getting started. If sea…
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12:00pm — 12:30pm
Manu Hāpai Waiata Group
Learning Te Reo Māori through waiata.Nau mai, haere mai! Everyone is welcome to join in this relaxed and supportive space for all levels of language and musical ability.No need to register or sign up…
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1:00pm — 4:00pm
Community Crafts @ Roslyn Library
A delightful, relaxed drop-in group for people to craft and catch up. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a curious beginner, there's something here for everyone to enjoy.Every Tuesday 1-4pmBring…
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1:30pm — 3:30pm
Craft Session for Grown-ups @ Roslyn Library
Come and join Yoko at Roslyn Library as she teaches us how craft with creativity.This is a free session for adults.Held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, during Term time.Email:…
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
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10:00am — 12:00pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programmeDigits Help session at Roslyn Library
Need some help with your phone, computer or other technology? Roslyn Library is here to help!Come to a free session with an experienced Digits volunteer.Bookings are required.Contact Roslyn Library…
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10:30am — 11:30am
Part of the Pre-school programmeWā pakiwaitara mō ngā tamariki
We have lots of great stories to tell! Join us at Te Pātikitiki for reading and learning together with fun and engaging storytelling sessions. Wā pakiwaitara mō ngā tamariki is ideal for…
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3:15pm — 4:45pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programme Part of the Children programmeRelax - With Board Games, Art and Apps
A weekly session to drop in, play and relax with..Art supplies for drawing and colouring inBoard gamesCrates of LegoBrain Game and Art appsFor ages 8-12Staff will be present to supervise, but…
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3:30pm — 4:30pm
Part of the Children programmeReading Unleashed @ Central Library
Does your school age child need a confidence boost to read aloud?This is a great chance to book your own 15 min session and read to one of our PAWESOME Canine Friends dogs.To find available times and…
Thursday, November 7, 2024
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10:00am — 11:00am
Community Morning Tea @ Awapuni Library
Come in and have a cuppa! Casual morning tea with the occasional guest speakers and activities. All welcome! Held every Thursday morning at 10am.
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2:00pm — 4:00pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programmeDigits Help session at Ashhurst
Need some help with your cell phone, tablet, laptop, computer, internet, or other technology type stuff? Ashhurst Library is here to help! Come to a free session with an experienced Digits…
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3:45pm — 4:45pm
Part of the Children programmeLibLab - We've Gone Marbles!
We've Gone Marbles! - Marbles have the run of the place today! LibLab - Library fun with a touch of laboratory madness and book experimentation. Aimed at ages 5+Free and no bookings required.
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6:00pm — 7:00pm
Part of the Book Groups programmeCentral Book group
Come and join us for some great discussion and books. Choose your own book, based on the monthly theme. March- a book chosen from the 'Listener Best Books of 2023' list.April - a book with 'Fire' as…
Friday, November 8, 2024
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10:30am — 11:30am
Part of the Pre-school programmeAwapuni Jumping Jellybeans
Come and join us for crafts, stories and songs!Free and fun-filled sessions for preschoolers and their caregivers
Sunday, November 10, 2024
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10:00am — 12:00pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programmeCode Club
Learn the basics of coding at your own pace using the Fiero Code Online platform.Code Club is aimed at ages 8-13, but older members are welcome to come along (and help). If you’ve ever thought about…
Monday, November 11, 2024
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10:30am — 11:30am
Part of the Book Groups programmeThe Same Page: a shared reading group
Not your average book group! Join us on the second Monday of the month and experience the fun of shared reading. Enjoy short stories and poetry read aloud over a cuppa. Everything provided. Everyone…
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5:30pm — 6:30pm
Part of the Writers and Readers programmeManawatū Writers' Hub
Join local writers for an evening of sharing and connection. All writers welcome.
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5:45pm — 7:00pm
Part of the Aotearoa Heritage and History programmeMemory, Remembrance and Amnesia of the Gallipoli Campaign in Turkey
Guest speaker COL (Rtd) Prof Mesut Uyar, PhD, PD, Professor of Military History, Fellow, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of New South Wales, Canberra, Australia.Co-hosted by RNZE…
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
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10:30am — 11:30am
Awapuni Library Craft Club
Come and join our craft group!Knit or crochet a sea themed piece for George Street Reef, an upcoming community arts project. All abilities welcome - if you're a pro or just getting started. If sea…
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12:00pm — 12:30pm
Manu Hāpai Waiata Group
Learning Te Reo Māori through waiata.Nau mai, haere mai! Everyone is welcome to join in this relaxed and supportive space for all levels of language and musical ability.No need to register or sign up…
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1:00pm — 4:00pm
Community Crafts @ Roslyn Library
A delightful, relaxed drop-in group for people to craft and catch up. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a curious beginner, there's something here for everyone to enjoy.Every Tuesday 1-4pmBring…
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
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10:00am — 12:00pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programmeDigits Help session at Roslyn Library
Need some help with your phone, computer or other technology? Roslyn Library is here to help!Come to a free session with an experienced Digits volunteer.Bookings are required.Contact Roslyn Library…
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10:30am — 11:30am
Part of the Pre-school programmeWā pakiwaitara mō ngā tamariki
We have lots of great stories to tell! Join us at Te Pātikitiki for reading and learning together with fun and engaging storytelling sessions. Wā pakiwaitara mō ngā tamariki is ideal for…
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3:15pm — 4:45pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programme Part of the Children programmeRelax - With Board Games, Art and Apps
A weekly session to drop in, play and relax with..Art supplies for drawing and colouring inBoard gamesCrates of LegoBrain Game and Art appsFor ages 8-12Staff will be present to supervise, but…
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3:30pm — 4:30pm
Part of the Children programmeReading Unleashed @ Central Library
Does your school age child need a confidence boost to read aloud?This is a great chance to book your own 15 min session and read to one of our PAWESOME Canine Friends dogs.To find available times and…
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6:30pm — 8:30pm
Part of the Writers and Readers programmeAuthor Event: Monty Soutar
Palmerston North City Library, Bruce McKenzie Booksellers and Bateman Books warmly welcome you to an author talk starring Monty Soutar to celebrate the release of the second instalment in the Kāwai…
Thursday, November 14, 2024
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10:00am — 11:00am
Community Morning Tea @ Awapuni Library
Come in and have a cuppa! Casual morning tea with the occasional guest speakers and activities. All welcome! Held every Thursday morning at 10am.
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2:00pm — 4:00pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programmeDigits Help session at Ashhurst
Need some help with your cell phone, tablet, laptop, computer, internet, or other technology type stuff? Ashhurst Library is here to help! Come to a free session with an experienced Digits…
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Canine friends @ Awapuni Library
Our four-legged friends are coming to Awapuni Library and can't wait to meet you! Meet the canine friends pet therapy team and their lovely dogs - they'll be ready for stories, pats and smiles
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3:45pm — 4:45pm
Part of the Children programmeLibLab - Dinosuarama - Dance of the Ages
DinosauramaDance of the ages: Chicken vs Stegosaurus, Tui vs Edpidexipteryx, Piwakawaka vs Microraptor.LibLab - Library fun with a touch of laboratory madness and book experimentation. Aimed at ages…
Sunday, November 17, 2024
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1:00pm — 3:00pm
Unwind
A relaxed monthly gathering for those that knit, crochet or enjoy other yarn crafts.Come along and create sea creatures for the Wooly Riot 'George Street Reef' community art project or bring your own…
Monday, November 18, 2024
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10:00am — 1:00pm
Building Blocks of Community
A morning of creative lego building and community sharing with the team from Manawatū Tenants Union.Connect with others, share experiences and imagine new possibilities.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
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10:30am — 11:30am
Part of the Pre-school programmeRoslyn Jumping Jellybeans
Stories, music, craft and FUN for preschoolers and their caregivers!Sessions run fortnightly during term time and are free to attendEmail: roslyn@pncc.govt.nzPhone: 357 9287
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10:30am — 11:30am
Awapuni Library Craft Club
Come and join our craft group!Knit or crochet a sea themed piece for George Street Reef, an upcoming community arts project. All abilities welcome - if you're a pro or just getting started. If sea…
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12:00pm — 12:30pm
Manu Hāpai Waiata Group
Learning Te Reo Māori through waiata.Nau mai, haere mai! Everyone is welcome to join in this relaxed and supportive space for all levels of language and musical ability.No need to register or sign up…
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1:00pm — 4:00pm
Community Crafts @ Roslyn Library
A delightful, relaxed drop-in group for people to craft and catch up. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a curious beginner, there's something here for everyone to enjoy.Every Tuesday 1-4pmBring…
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1:30pm — 3:30pm
Craft Session for Grown-ups @ Roslyn Library
Come and join Yoko at Roslyn Library as she teaches us how craft with creativity.This is a free session for adults.Held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, during Term time.Email:…
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2:00pm — 3:00pm
Low Vision Support Group
Join with our monthly group for people with deteriorating vision who share ideas, information and laugh, with sympathy. The group is an opportunity to make new friends, discover new hobbies and enjoy…
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7:30pm — 8:30pm
Part of the Science and Environment programmeWhat has self-government meant in Aotearoa and why have we wanted it?
Taking a long view, from 1835 to the present, this talk considers the many claims for self-government in Aotearoa including the 1835 He Whakaputanga – Declaration of Independence, the 1852…
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
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10:00am — 12:00pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programmeDigits Help session at Roslyn Library
Need some help with your phone, computer or other technology? Roslyn Library is here to help!Come to a free session with an experienced Digits volunteer.Bookings are required.Contact Roslyn Library…
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10:30am — 11:30am
Part of the Pre-school programmeWā pakiwaitara mō ngā tamariki
We have lots of great stories to tell! Join us at Te Pātikitiki for reading and learning together with fun and engaging storytelling sessions. Wā pakiwaitara mō ngā tamariki is ideal for…
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3:15pm — 4:45pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programme Part of the Children programmeRelax - With Board Games, Art and Apps
A weekly session to drop in, play and relax with..Art supplies for drawing and colouring inBoard gamesCrates of LegoBrain Game and Art appsFor ages 8-12Staff will be present to supervise, but…
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3:30pm — 4:30pm
Part of the Children programmeReading Unleashed @ Central Library
Does your school age child need a confidence boost to read aloud?This is a great chance to book your own 15 min session and read to one of our PAWESOME Canine Friends dogs.To find available times and…
Thursday, November 21, 2024
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10:00am — 11:00am
Community Morning Tea @ Awapuni Library
Come in and have a cuppa! Casual morning tea with the occasional guest speakers and activities. All welcome! Held every Thursday morning at 10am.
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2:00pm — 4:00pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programmeDigits Help session at Ashhurst
Need some help with your cell phone, tablet, laptop, computer, internet, or other technology type stuff? Ashhurst Library is here to help! Come to a free session with an experienced Digits…
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3:45pm — 4:45pm
Part of the Children programmeLibLab - It's All Up in the Air!
It's All Up in the Air! Float, flap, and fly, but not a bird in the sky!LibLab - Library fun with a touch of laboratory madness and book experimentation. Aimed at ages 5+Free and no bookings required.
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6:30pm — 8:30pm
Part of the Writers and Readers programmeBook Launch: Death in Douglas Glade
Join us to celebrate the launch of G. B. Ralph's latest book Death in Douglas Glade: A Milverton Mystery. G B Ralph will in chatting with Manawatū writer Bing Turkby about writing, books, crime…
Friday, November 22, 2024
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10:30am — 5:00pm
Library Walls Alive - Kids' Animation Creations
A brilliant projection exhibition of local children's art, brought to life through the magic of animation.We’ve partnered with UCOL Workhub to bring drawings by local tamariki to life.The Library…
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5:30pm — 6:30pm
Part of the Writers and Readers programmeBook Launch: Versions Tuarima
Each year the library offers up a prompt for local writers and publishes a book with the stories, poems, plays and more. Join us, in our fifth year, for the release of Versions Tuarima – Whenua /…
Saturday, November 23, 2024
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10:00am — 1:30pm
Library Walls Alive - Kids' Animation Creations
A brilliant projection exhibition of local children's art, brought to life through the magic of animation.We’ve partnered with UCOL Workhub to bring drawings by local tamariki to life.The Library…
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5:30pm — 8:30pm
'twas the night before Christmas night market
Local vendors, music and good cheer at the library and on George St.
Sunday, November 24, 2024
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10:00am — 12:00pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programmeCode Club
Learn the basics of coding at your own pace using the Fiero Code Online platform.Code Club is aimed at ages 8-13, but older members are welcome to come along (and help). If you’ve ever thought about…
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
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9:30am — 10:30am
Part of the Pre-school programme Part of the Digital Activities and Services programmeTech4Tots
A monthly programme showcasing, exploring and learning technology for ages 3 - 5yrs and their grownups. We have limited spaces so please email pncl@pncc.govt.nz or enquire in library to register.
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10:30am — 11:30am
Awapuni Library Craft Club
Come and join our craft group!Knit or crochet a sea themed piece for George Street Reef, an upcoming community arts project. All abilities welcome - if you're a pro or just getting started. If sea…
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12:00pm — 12:30pm
Manu Hāpai Waiata Group
Learning Te Reo Māori through waiata.Nau mai, haere mai! Everyone is welcome to join in this relaxed and supportive space for all levels of language and musical ability.No need to register or sign up…
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1:00pm — 4:00pm
Community Crafts @ Roslyn Library
A delightful, relaxed drop-in group for people to craft and catch up. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a curious beginner, there's something here for everyone to enjoy.Every Tuesday 1-4pmBring…
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
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10:00am — 12:00pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programmeDigits Help session at Roslyn Library
Need some help with your phone, computer or other technology? Roslyn Library is here to help!Come to a free session with an experienced Digits volunteer.Bookings are required.Contact Roslyn Library…
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10:30am — 11:30am
Part of the Book Groups programmeAwapuni Library Book Club
Join us for a cuppa and some friendly chat! New reading theme every month. Contact Awapuni Library to find out the theme this month - (06) 356 7634. Meets the last Wednesday of each month.
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10:30am — 11:30am
Part of the Pre-school programmeWā pakiwaitara mō ngā tamariki
We have lots of great stories to tell! Join us at Te Pātikitiki for reading and learning together with fun and engaging storytelling sessions. Wā pakiwaitara mō ngā tamariki is ideal for…
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3:15pm — 4:45pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programme Part of the Children programmeRelax - With Board Games, Art and Apps
A weekly session to drop in, play and relax with..Art supplies for drawing and colouring inBoard gamesCrates of LegoBrain Game and Art appsFor ages 8-12Staff will be present to supervise, but…
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3:30pm — 4:30pm
Part of the Children programmeReading Unleashed @ Central Library
Does your school age child need a confidence boost to read aloud?This is a great chance to book your own 15 min session and read to one of our PAWESOME Canine Friends dogs.To find available times and…
Thursday, November 28, 2024
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(all day)
Part of the Book Groups programmeRoslyn Library Book Club
Join us for a cuppa and friendly book chat. New reading theme every month.We have finished for 2024 - keep an eye out for our 2025 list of themes Our first session will be on Thursday February 27th…
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10:00am — 11:00am
Community Morning Tea @ Awapuni Library
Come in and have a cuppa! Casual morning tea with the occasional guest speakers and activities. All welcome! Held every Thursday morning at 10am.
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2:00pm — 4:00pm
Part of the Digital Activities and Services programmeDigits Help session at Ashhurst
Need some help with your cell phone, tablet, laptop, computer, internet, or other technology type stuff? Ashhurst Library is here to help! Come to a free session with an experienced Digits…
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Canine friends @ Awapuni Library
Our four-legged friends are coming to Awapuni Library and can't wait to meet you! Meet the canine friends pet therapy team and their lovely dogs - they'll be ready for stories, pats and smiles
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3:45pm — 4:45pm
Part of the Children programmeLibLab - Milky Way
Milky WaySpend some time on the milky way with milky experiments and milky refreshments to go out in LibLab style for 2024.LibLab - Library fun with a touch of laboratory madness and book…
Friday, November 29, 2024
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5:30pm — 7:30pm
Part of the Writers and Readers programmeBook Launch: Pilgrimage Aotearoa / Haerenga Tapu Aotearoa
Join us for the launch of Pilgrimage Aotearoa / Haerenga Tapu Aotearoa by Jenny Boyack and John Hornblow.Guest speakers Wiremu and Trieste Te Awe Awe, Mayor Grant Smith and Author Keith Newman.Your…
