What's On at Your Library
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Motueka Library
Regular events (only at Level 1)
| Date and Time | Event | Description |
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2nd Monday of the month, 10.30am-12.00pm |
Garden Gurus | Talk and learn about plants and gardens. Gatherings include socialising, browsing library books on selected topics, speakers, activities, workshops and tours. |
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3rd Monday of the month, 10.30am-12.00pm |
Book Café | Discuss and debate thought-provoking topics and enjoy a fine selection of books with like-minded people at Motueka Library's conversation group. Koha. |
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Fourth Monday of the month, 3.30pm-5.00pm (excluding public holidays) |
Building Bricks Club | Make amazing building blocks creations at the library with local experts. For children age 7+. Free. Dates for 2021 are: 24th May, 28th June, 26th July, 23rd August, 27th September, 1st November, 22nd November |
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Every Wednesday, 1.30pm-4.00pm |
Scrabble Time | Scrabble will be available for a friendly game with an old or a new friend. Suitable for word lovers of all ages. Free. |
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Every Thursday, 11.00am-1.00pm |
Digi Drop-In |
A free digital drop-in service where anyone can come and ask any questions about their digital devices, software and online services. Free. Book a Digi Drop-In ... From Home session during Levels 2,3 & 4. |
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Every Thursday, 2.00pm-4.00pm |
Chess at the Library |
Bring a friend or meet new people and exercise your brain in a relaxed environment. Free. |
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1st Thursday of the month, 1.00pm-2.00pm |
Babbling Books Book Group |
A chance to enjoy a relaxed, informal discussion about what you've been reading. Free. |
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Every Friday during term time, 10.00am-10.30am |
Tiny Tots |
Action rhymes, music and stories for children 2 years and younger. Free. |
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Every Friday, 11.30am-12.30pm |
Kapa Kōrero |
Nau mai haere mai! Connect with others and practice te reo Māori in a relaxed setting. All levels welcome and encouraged to join in. Free. |
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Every Friday, 4.00pm-6.00pm |
Magic MTG |
Discover Magic the Gathering, a collectible and digital collectible card game which involves chance, strategy and skill. Designed for 15-20 year olds. Free. |
One-off events (at Levels 1 & 2)
| Date and Time | Event | Description |
| 1 July 2021 - 30 June 2022 | Alphabet Soup Reading Challenge | Here is the epic reading challenge for adults you have been waiting for! Read authors A to Z in one year - yep, that's 26 authors in 52 weeks, or one author every two weeks. Win prizes, have fun, discover new authors and read your way A to Z. Pick up your reading log from your library any time from 1 July onwards. |
| 10 July - 19 September | Winter Bingo for Teens (at all Levels) | Get comfy with a good book, then enter the Winter Bingo for Teens competition. Simply choose and read any three options, drop in your completed bingo card, and be in to win! For 12-18 year olds. |
| Monday 13 September - Saturday 18 September | Take & Make: Māori Proverb Bookmark | Celebrate Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week) when you pick up your Māori Proverb bookmark craft kit. Celebrate cultural diversity with this fun, free activity. |
| Monday 27 September - Saturday 2 October | Take & Make: Chinese Bookmark | Celebrate Chinese Language Week when you pick up your Chinese Language Take & Make bookmark craft kit. Celebrate cultural diversity with this fun activity. Free. |
| Friday 1 October - Saturday 30 October | Take & Make: Provence Self-Care Kit | Collect your free Provence Self-Care kit to inspire and enhance your well-being as we acknowledge Mental Health Awareness Week 2021. Reduce anxiety with meditative, calming activities. |
| Thursday 7 October, 11.00am-1.00pm | Android Devices | Digi Drop-In this week is all about Android devices. Come along to this themed Digi Drop-In to find out about tips and tricks on your Android device Free. |
| Thursday 28 October, 2.00pm-3.30pm | Zoom Workshop | Whether you are an absolute novice, a beginner, or just want to get a bit more confident using Zoom, book in to our free workshop. Contact Motueka Library, phone 03 528 1047 to book your spot. Free. |
| Thursday 4 November, 11.00am-1.00pm | Appy Hour | Digi Drop-In this week is all about apps. If you want any tips, tricks or even just to find out how to install an app on your device, come along to this themed Digi Drop-In. Free. |
| Thursday 9 December, 11.00am-1.00pm | e-Books and e-Audio Books | Digi Drop-In this week is all about e-Books and e-Audio books. Come along to this themed Digi Drop-In to find out tips and tricks on how to download the apps, and search for and listen to books. Free. |
Murchison Library
| Date and Time | Event | Description |
| First Friday of every month, 1.30pm-3.30pm | Friday Digi Drop-In (only at Level 1) | A free digital drop-in service where anyone can come and ask any questions about their digital devices, software and online services. Free. Book a Digi Drop-In ... From Home session during Levels 2,3 & 4. |
| Third Thursday of every month, 10.30am-12.00pm [commencing 16 September] | Thursday Digi Drop-In (Only at Level 1) | Commencing 16 September, Digi Drop-In will also be available on every third Thursday of the month at Murchison Library. Free. Book a Digi Drop-In ... From Home session during Levels 2,3 & 4. |
| 1 July 2021 - 30 June 2022 | Alphabet Soup Reading Challenge (at Levels 1 & 2) | Here is the epic reading challenge for adults you have been waiting for! Read authors A to Z in one year - yep, that's 26 authors in 52 weeks, or one author every two weeks. Win prizes, have fun, discover new authors and read your way A to Z. Pick up your reading log from your library any time from 1 July onwards. |
| 10 July - 19 September | Winter Bingo for Teens (at all Levels) | Get comfy with a good book, then enter the Winter Bingo for Teens competition. Simply choose and read any three options, drop in your completed bingo card, and be in to win! For 12-18 year olds. |
| Thursday 21 October, 1.30pm-3.00pm | Zoom Workshop | Whether you are an absolute novice, a beginner, or just want to get a bit more confident using Zoom, book in to our free workshop. Contact Murchison Library, phone 03 523 1013 to book your spot. Free. |
Richmond Library
Regular events (only at Level 1)
| Date and time | Event | Description |
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Every Monday, 10.00am-11.00am |
Kapa Kōrero |
Nau mai haere mai! Connect with others and practice te reo Māori in a relaxed setting. All levels welcome and encouraged to join in. Free. |
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Every Tuesday during term time, 10.00am - 10.30am |
Tiny Tots |
Learn and grow together through music, movement and stories for children 2 years and younger. Free. |
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Every Tuesday, 11.00am-1.00pm |
Digi Drop-In |
A free digital drop-in service where anyone can come and ask any questions about their digital devices, software and online services. Free. Book a Digi Drop-In ... From Home session during Levels 2,3 & 4. |
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3rd Tuesday of the month (excluding December), 1.00pm-3.00pm |
Richmond Writing Group |
After a talk by a visiting author in the first hour, write, and talk about writing in the second hour. Meet like-minded people. Free. All welcome. |
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Every Wednesday, 11.30am-12.30pm |
JP in the Library |
If you have any important documents that need signing, pop on down to Richmond Library. A JP will be present to witness your documents, certify copies and much more. Free. All welcome. |
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Every Wednesday, 12.30pm - 2.00pm |
Good Crafternoon | Bring your craft project to the library and work on it in a relaxed sociable atmosphere. Free. All welcome. |
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3rd Wednesday of the month, 3.00pm - 4.00pm |
Book Group | A chance for adults to talk about what they've enjoyed reading and to hear about what other people have been reading. Free. |
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4th Wednesday of the month, 10.30am-11.30am |
Alzheimer's and Dementia Information | This is an opportunity to ask questions, find out information and discuss anything relating to Alzheimer's or Dementia with a representative from Alzheimer's New Zealand. Free. All welcome. |
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Once a month on a Thursday during term time, 3.30pm-4.30pm |
Mystery Ink | The group for 12-18 year olds. Talk about books and movies, and get the first pick of new titles. Snacks and fun diversions included! Free. Exact dates here. |
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The last Friday of the month, 10.30am-12.00pm (excl December) |
Family History Friday | Working on your family tree? Drop in to our Research Room to explore our local and family history resources with the assistance of specialist library staff. Free. |
One-off events (taking place at Level 1 & 2)
| Date and time | Event | Description |
| 1 July 2021 - 30 June 2022 | Alphabet Soup Reading Challenge | Here is the epic reading challenge for adults you have been waiting for! Read authors A to Z in one year - yep, that's 26 authors in 52 weeks, or one author every two weeks. Win prizes, have fun, discover new authors and read your way A to Z. Pick up your reading log from your library any time from 1 July onwards. |
| 10 July - 19 September | Winter Bingo for Teens | Get comfy with a good book, then enter the Winter Bingo for Teens competition. Simply choose and read any three options, drop in your completed bingo card, and be in to win! For 12-18 year olds. |
| Monday 20 - Sunday 26 September | Take & Make: Origami crane | This week we are celebrating the United Nations International Day of Peace with a free Take & Make origami crane kit. Simply drop by the library to pick up your kit and complete the craft in the comfort of your home. Free. |
| Mondays, 1 November - 6 December, 3.30pm-5.00pm | Richmond Robotics: Term 4 | Richmond Robotics is an after-school club for kids aged 9 - 13 who are keen on coding, robotics and technology. There is a cost associated with this programme. Contact Richmond Library, 03 543 8500, for further information and to book your spot. |
| Tuesday 5 October, 11.00am-1.00pm | Android Devices | Digi Drop-In this week is all about Android devices. Come along to this themed Digi Drop-In to find out about tips and tricks on your Android device Free. |
| Wednesday 27 October, 2.00pm-3.30pm | Zoom Workshop | Whether you are an absolute novice, a beginner, or just want to get a bit more confident using Zoom, book in to our free workshop. Contact Richmond Library, phone 03 543 8500 to book your spot. Free. |
| Friday 29 October, 10.30am-12.00pm | Family History Friday | Working on your family tree? Drop in to our Research Room to explore our local and family history resources with the assistance of specialist library staff. Free. |
| Tuesday 2 November, 11.00am-1.00pm | Appy Hour | Digi Drop-In this week is all about apps. If you want any tips, tricks or even just to find out how to install an app on your device, come along to this themed Digi Drop-In. Free. |
| Friday 27 November | Family History Friday | Working on your family tree? Drop in to our Research Room to explore our local and family history resources with the assistance of specialist library staff. Free. |
| Thursday 9 December, 11.00am-1.00pm | e-Books and e-Audio Books | Digi Drop-In this week is all about e-Books and e-Audio books. Come along to this themed Digi Drop-In to find out tips and tricks on how to download the apps, and search for and listen to books. Free. |
Tākaka Library
Regular events (only at Level 1)
| Date and Time | Event | Description |
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1st and 3rd Monday of every month, 11.00am-1.00pm |
Digi Drop-In | A free digital drop-in service where anyone can come and ask any questions about their digital devices, software and online services. Free. Book a Digi Drop-In ... From Home session during Levels 2,3 & 4. |
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Tuesdays during term time, 10.00am - 10.30am |
Tiny Tots | Learn and grow together through music, movement and stories. Free. |
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Last Tuesday of each month (except December), 1.00pm - 2.00pm |
Silverfish Book Group | A chance for you to talk about what you've enjoyed reading and to hear about what other people have been reading. Free. |
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Every Friday, 2.00pm |
Tākaka Library Knitting Group |
Have you always wanted to learn how to knit? Or can you do the basics but would love to be able to do more complex patterns? Ann Balkind is here to help. Free. |
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Third Friday of each month during term time, 3.30pm - 4.30pm |
Popcorn Turtles |
In this fun group kids talk books, play games, make videos and generally have a great time. Free. |
One-off events (taking place at Levels 1 & 2)
| Date and Time | Event | Description |
| 1 July 2021 - 30 June 2022 | Alphabet Soup Reading Challenge | Here is the epic reading challenge for adults you have been waiting for! Read authors A to Z in one year - yep, that's 26 authors in 52 weeks, or one author every two weeks. Win prizes, have fun, discover new authors and read your way A to Z. Pick up your reading log from your library any time from 1 July onwards. |
| 10 July - 19 September | Winter Bingo for Teens (at all Levels) | Get comfy with a good book, then enter the Winter Bingo for Teens competition. Simply choose and read any three options, drop in your completed bingo card, and be in to win! For 12-18 year olds. |
| Monday 18 October, 2.00pm-3.30pm | Zoom Workshop | Whether you are an absolute novice, a beginner, or just want to get a bit more confident using Zoom, book in to our free workshop. Contact Tākaka Library, phone 03 525 0059 to book your spot. Free. |