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October 2026  

Thursday, October 15, 2026

  • 10:00am — 11:00am

    Community Morning Tea @ Awapuni Library

    Come in and have a cuppa! Casual morning tea with the occasional guest speaker and activities. All welcome, just bring yourself! Held every Thursday morning at 10am.

  • 10:00am — 12:00pm

    Quiet time @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    What does Quiet Time involve at Te Pātikitiki ?Quiet time is intended to make the Te Pātikitiki Library space more inclusive or sensory-friendly.In doing so, we agree to:pause collection and…

  • 12:00pm — 2:30pm

    Coffee, chats and crafts @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    Gather your knitting, crochet or stitching project and join other fellow craft enthusiasts at Te Pātikitiki Library. Share skills, ideas and make new friends over a hot drink! All are welcome to this…

  • 2:00pm — 4:00pm

    Digits 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…

  • LibLab - Game On! Sports Mad Science

    LibLab - Library fun with a touch of laboratory madness and book experimentation.Aimed at ages 5+, Free, no bookings required.Children's Zone, First Floor

  • 7:00pm — 8:00pm

    Native forests want to live - Dean Baigent-Mercer

    Dean is known as a 'living Lorax'. He is Forest and Bird's Northland Conservation Manager and is returning to his hometown to give a big picture public talk on our ancient native forests and their…

Friday, October 16, 2026

Saturday, October 17, 2026

Sunday, October 18, 2026

  • 1:00pm — 4:00pm

    ADHD Awareness Month Virtual Reality (VR) Experience

    To commemorate ADHD Awareness Month, we are offering the opportunity to experience what it can be like for someone with ADHD using our Virtual Reality equipment. Impulse: Playing with Reality allows…

Monday, October 19, 2026

  • 2:00pm — 5:00pm

    Play Rummikub @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    Come and play or learn how to play the game of Rummikub with us.Rummikub is a tile-based game for 2-4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mahjong. All skill levels welcome, feel…

  • Writing in the Moment

    Within this group all are considered writers. We meet for two hours and write for four minutes, then around twenty to thirty minutes each session. Space is given to respond to just-written work. We…

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

  • 10:00am — 12:00pm

    A cup of tea @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    This is an opportunity to gather to connect with others and combines a hot drink, great chatter, a beautiful library, and one of the best views of Highbury. Haere mai, make new friends and enjoy a…

  • 10:00am — 1:00pm

    ADHD Awareness Month Virtual Reality (VR) Experience

    To commemorate ADHD Awareness Month, we are offering the opportunity to experience what it can be like for someone with ADHD using our Virtual Reality equipment. Impulse: Playing with Reality allows…

  • 10:30am — 11:30am

    Awapuni Library Craft Club

    Come and join our craft group!All abilities welcome - if you're a pro or just getting started.  Bring along your own projects to create and chat, or get making with some wool from our stash. See you…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Heritage Handwork Group

    Want to contribute to heritage craft projects? Please join us for drop-in crafting sessions on the Second Floor of the Central Library. Bring your own yarn, knitting needles or crocheting hooks.

  • 2:00pm — 3:00pm

    Low Vision Support Group

    Join this monthly group for people with deteriorating vision. We share ideas, information and laughter, with sympathy. The group is an opportunity to make new friends, discover new hobbies and enjoy…

  • 2:00pm — 5:00pm

    Play Rummikub @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    Come and play or learn how to play the game of Rummikub with us.Rummikub is a tile-based game for 2-4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mahjong. All skill levels welcome, feel…

  • 2:00pm — 4:00pm

    Crazy Crafternoons @ Roslyn Library

    Come and join us every Tuesday after school for Crazy Crafternoons!Make some awesome crafts to take home and share!Tuesdays 2pm-4pm during term time29 April -24 June

  • 3:15pm — 4:00pm

    Mini Makers @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    Join us at Te Pātikitiki Library on Tuesdays for free arts and crafts sessions with Terrific Tracey.Aimed towards children aged 5+, parental supervision is recommended and no bookings are…

  • 110th Anniversary - From Romani to Rafa during the First World War

    New Zealand’s forgotten war during the Sinai Desert Campaign of 1916. Presented by LTCOL (Rtd) Emeritus Professor Glyn Harper, QSM, PhD Co-hosted by RNZE CT/ECMC and Palmerston North City Library.…

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

  • Kōrero Kawhe

    Do you need a place to practice speaking te reo Māori? Come along for a kawhe to build your kōrero skills in a relaxed environment.This is a bilingual space, but it is recommended you stick to te reo…

  • 10:30am — 11:00am

    Roslyn Library Rhyme Time

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

Thursday, October 22, 2026

Friday, October 23, 2026

Saturday, October 24, 2026

  • 10:10am — 11:10am

    Saturday Story Time @ Roslyn Library

    Come along for stories, action songs, and crafts with Lindsey. Bring your caregiver, your imagination and sense of fun!Aimed at 0-4yrs old.These are free to attend. No booking required.  

Sunday, October 25, 2026

  • 10:00am — 1:00pm

    ADHD Awareness Month Virtual Reality (VR) Experience

    To commemorate ADHD Awareness Month, we are offering the opportunity to experience what it can be like for someone with ADHD using our Virtual Reality equipment. Impulse: Playing with Reality allows…

Monday, October 26, 2026

  • 2:00pm — 5:00pm

    Play Rummikub @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    Come and play or learn how to play the game of Rummikub with us.Rummikub is a tile-based game for 2-4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mahjong. All skill levels welcome, feel…

Tuesday, October 27, 2026

  • Tech4Tots

    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.

  • 10:00am — 12:00pm

    A cup of tea @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    This is an opportunity to gather to connect with others and combines a hot drink, great chatter, a beautiful library, and one of the best views of Highbury. Haere mai, make new friends and enjoy a…

  • 10:30am — 11:30am

    Awapuni Library Craft Club

    Come and join our craft group!All abilities welcome - if you're a pro or just getting started.  Bring along your own projects to create and chat, or get making with some wool from our stash. See you…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Heritage Handwork Group

    Want to contribute to heritage craft projects? Please join us for drop-in crafting sessions on the Second Floor of the Central Library. Bring your own yarn, knitting needles or crocheting hooks.

  • 2:00pm — 5:00pm

    Play Rummikub @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    Come and play or learn how to play the game of Rummikub with us.Rummikub is a tile-based game for 2-4 players, combining elements of the card game rummy and mahjong. All skill levels welcome, feel…

  • 2:00pm — 4:00pm

    Crazy Crafternoons @ Roslyn Library

    Come and join us every Tuesday after school for Crazy Crafternoons!Make some awesome crafts to take home and share!Tuesdays 2pm-4pm during term time29 April -24 June

  • 3:15pm — 4:00pm

    Mini Makers @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    Join us at Te Pātikitiki Library on Tuesdays for free arts and crafts sessions with Terrific Tracey.Aimed towards children aged 5+, parental supervision is recommended and no bookings are…

Wednesday, October 28, 2026

  • Kōrero Kawhe

    Do you need a place to practice speaking te reo Māori? Come along for a kawhe to build your kōrero skills in a relaxed environment.This is a bilingual space, but it is recommended you stick to te reo…

  • 10:00am — 2:00pm

    Sensory Play Day @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    Join us in our tamariki section every fortnight Wednesday for fun sensory play. We'll provide the materials to use; you just bring your imagination!Sessions are free and held fortnightly during term…

  • Awapuni 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.

  • 4:30pm — 6:30pm

    ADHD Awareness Month Virtual Reality (VR) Experience

    To commemorate ADHD Awareness Month, we are offering the opportunity to experience what it can be like for someone with ADHD using our Virtual Reality equipment. Impulse: Playing with Reality allows…

Thursday, October 29, 2026

  • 10:00am — 11:00am

    Community Morning Tea @ Awapuni Library

    Come in and have a cuppa! Casual morning tea with the occasional guest speaker and activities. All welcome, just bring yourself! Held every Thursday morning at 10am.

  • 10:00am — 12:00pm

    Quiet time @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    What does Quiet Time involve at Te Pātikitiki ?Quiet time is intended to make the Te Pātikitiki Library space more inclusive or sensory-friendly.In doing so, we agree to:pause collection and…

  • Roslyn Library Book Club

    The theme for October is: Haunted houses.Join us for friendly book chat on the last Thursday of the month from 10.30am-11.30am.  Each month has a different theme. The themes for this year…

  • 12:00pm — 2:30pm

    Coffee, chats and crafts @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    Gather your knitting, crochet or stitching project and join other fellow craft enthusiasts at Te Pātikitiki Library. Share skills, ideas and make new friends over a hot drink! All are welcome to this…

  • 2:00pm — 4:00pm

    Digits 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…

  • LibLab - Brrr, It's Cold! What is an Ice Age?

    LibLab - Library fun with a touch of laboratory madness and book experimentation.Aimed at ages 5+, Free, no bookings required.Children's Zone, First Floor

Friday, October 30, 2026

  • (all day)

    Building blocks play @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    Ignite your creativity with our building blocks collection. Take the lead to craft towering fortresses, intricate mazes and whimsical worlds. We can't wait to see what you create!Building blocks are…

  • 10:00am — 11:00am

    Digits Tech Help sessions @ Te Pātikitiki Library

    Would you like some help with using your phone, laptop or tablet?Come to a free learning session with an experienced Digits volunteer, supported by The Digits Charitable Trust.Bookings are required…

  • 10:30am — 11:30am

    Community Morning Tea @ Roslyn Library

    Come along each week (during term time) for a delightful morning of community connection and camaraderie over a cuppa and some treats! Catch up with old friends and make new ones in a warm and…

  • Feature Friday @ Roslyn Library

    Hey kids! Come and join us after school for some fantastic Friday fun! Games, books, crafts, quizzes- anything could happen! Come along and find out what this week's Feature Friday is all about! A…

Saturday, October 31, 2026

  • 10:10am — 11:10am

    Saturday Story Time @ Roslyn Library

    Come along for stories, action songs, and crafts with Lindsey. Bring your caregiver, your imagination and sense of fun!Aimed at 0-4yrs old.These are free to attend. No booking required.  

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