Stories, music, rhymes and crafts for preschool aged kids and their caregivers

Would your school age child like to read to one of our cute and friendly Canine Friends dogs?  These dogs are super friendly, well behaved and have lovely handlers to help guide your child's session.

Join us at Te Pātikitiki Library on Tuesday's and Wednesday's for free arts and crafts sessions.

A casual drop-in session for those keen to play chess socially or learn the basics.

Join us for a fun session designed for baby's brain development through nursery rhymes, activities, songs and having FUN.

Come in and have a cuppa! Casual morning tea with the occasional guest speaker and activities.

What does Quiet Time involve at Te Pātikitiki ?

180 years ago, a complex maelstrom of issues around land sales, colonial settlement and intra-iwi politics led to the outbreak of war in the Hutt Valley.

Need some help with your cell phone, tablet, laptop, computer, internet, or other technology type stuff? Ashhurst Library is here to help! 

Love comics? Want to make your own? Come hang out with fellow comic fans at our Comic Creation Club! 

Do you know an 8-12yr old that might like to try tabletop role play games or escape room scenarios? Are they not sure where to start or need a bit of extra support before they try joining in a bigger group? Or perhaps they are keen to create their own group but need to know the basics?

Welcome to our sensory play time.