What's On at Your Library
For more details about any of our events contact us. All events are free to attend unless stated otherwise.
Motueka Library Te Noninga Kumu
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10.30am - 11.00am every Monday during term time
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Wriggle & Rhyme |
Come and explore music and songs, movement and rhythm, instruments, and stories while making new friends and spending quality time with your child. Wriggle & Rhyme sessions are a fun and interactive session for parents and caregivers to develop their child’s early literacy skills, gross and fine motor skills, coordination, body awareness, rhythmic proficiency, social skills, and auditory discrimination. |
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10.30am - 12.00pm first Monday of the month
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History Buffs |
If you are interested in history this is the group for you! We are a relaxed group who discusses a history topic of interest. Find out new history facts. Discover history books. |
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1.00pm - 2.00pm first Monday of the month
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Show and Share an Object |
Bring along a special object that has a fascinating history, is a family heirloom or has a special meaning to you. Show your object and share your story. |
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10.30am - 12.00pm second Monday of the month except 16 June |
Garden Gurus |
Come along to our monthly gardening group. Meet keen gardeners. |
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1.30pm - 3.00pm Mondays fortnightly Dates: |
Stitch Bloom 2024 / 2025 |
Participate in the Fleur Woods Stitch Bloom Project! Help stitch together a large-scale artwork consisting of stitched blooms that women around New Zealand and the world have created. Fleur will provide a simple project guide, threads, needles and scissors, etc. Anyone in the community is welcome to participate as long as they are willing to follow simple project guidelines. Once completed, the artwork will be on display at the Motueka Library before travelling on to be displayed elsewhere and ultimately be used to raise funds for United Nations Women as managed by the United Nations Women Council of New Zealand. |
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10.30am - 12.00pm third Monday of the month Except for: |
Book Cafe | Come along to our conversational group to discuss, and debate thought provoking topics. Discover a fine selection of books, enjoy themes, interesting snippets and laughs along the way. Refreshments provided. | |
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3.30pm - 5.00pm last Monday of every month except October: 20 October |
Building Bricks Club | Make amazing brick creations with Adrian Barbour. Suitable for ages 7+. Building Bricks kindly supplied by the Christchurch User group. | |
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Dementia Friendly Social Group |
This is a social group for people living with dementia in the community and is supported by Alzheimers Nelson Tasman. Come along to this supportive, welcoming group and connect with others in your friendly library environment. If you would like to know more please contact Heather Lackner at Alzheimers Nelson Tasman 027 626 6429 or Mary at Motueka Library 03 528 1047. |
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11.00am - 11.30am every Tuesday
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Digi Drop-In | Get help with your smartphone, tablet, laptop, e-Reader, or whatever digital device you have. If you're struggling to understand how to use your device or want to find out more about the wide variety of e-Resources that can be accessed through the library, we can help. | |
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1.30pm - 4.00pm every Wednesday |
Scrabble | Come along for a hearty game of Scrabble. Bring a friend or play with someone new. You'll learn new wordy tips and tricks, meet other people who love Scrabble too, and enjoy a relaxing time playing a classic game. | |
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10.00am - 11.30am third Wednesday of every month
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Wellby Talking Café |
Enjoy a relaxed cuppa and start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people. There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive. |
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12.00pm - 1.30pm third Wednesday of every month |
WHAM |
WHAM - Write Here At Motueka WHAM is the library's writing group. If you take your writing seriously and would like to get published this is the group for you. |
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10.00am - 10.30am every Thursday during term time |
Storytime |
Join us for fun and exciting stories and songs at our weekly storytime sessions for 2-5 year olds and their caregivers. |
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12.15pm - 12.45pm |
Meditation at the Library |
Lunchtime community sessions. Expand awareness, deepen wisdom and increase compassion during these gentle meditation sessions. For more information contact Louise 027 878 9240 |
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1.00pm - 2.00pm first Thursday of the month |
Babbling Books | Come along to meet new people, talk about the books you've been reading, and discover some great recommendations. | |
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10.30am - 11.00am every second Thursday June 5 & 19 |
Therapy Dog |
Come and meet Lacy, the Hato Hone St John therapy dog and handler Clair Hutt. Enjoy pats, cuddles and conversation. |
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1.30pm - 3.30pm every second Thursday |
Paper Artsy |
Use decorative and themed papers to create cards, bookmarks and postcards, for your own pleasure or to give to family and friends. |
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10.30am - 12.00pm last Thursday of the month |
Poetry Circle |
Write poetry, read poetry, bring your favourite poem and discover new poets with other poetry lovers. All welcome. |
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10.30am - 12.00pm Fridays fortnightly June 13 & 27 |
Unmet Friends Group |
Come and meet new friends in our new “Unmet Friends group.” If you feel alone or do not have family nearby, come and connect with friendly people over a cuppa. |
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Sunday 23 March - Monday 30 June Opening Hours
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TUKU25 - Threading Connections /Tuia te Hononga |
We invite you to contribute your story to our Threading Connections / Tuia te Hononga community quilt. You can be any age, of any sewing ability to take part. The important thing is to share what it is about Te Tauihu/Top of the South that makes you feel that you belong. Pick up your entry form, with all the details, from Tasman District Libraries and then “Thread your Connection”. Return it to us by 30 June. We’ll then transform all our amazing stories into a beautiful community quilt created by you. Please contact: library.information@tasman.govt.nz with any questions. |
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Friday 13 June 10.00am - 11.30am |
Julia Neumann Author Talk |
Co-author Julia Neumann will read from "Her Conscious Anger: Workbook for Women" in an interactive format with exercises. Join her for a session of empowering yourself, to shift your perspective on anger and use it to speak with honesty, integrity and clarity. Julia will have books available for purchase: $45.00 each, cash or bank transfer. |
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Saturday 14 June 10.00am - 12.00pm |
Knit in Public Day |
Do you enjoy knitting? Would you like to connect with other knitters? Bring your needles, wool and patterns and gather together on Worldwide Knit in Public Day. |
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Monday 16 June 2.00pm - 4.00pm |
Matariki Star Collage Decorations |
Come and celebrate Matariki, the Māori New Year by creating Matariki star collage decorations. All welcome. |
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Monday 23 June - Friday 11 July |
Winter Reading BINGO |
Hey kids! Complete a line of BINGO in any direction to go in the draw to win a book prize! Winter is the perfect time to get cozy and read a book. Why not have fun while doing it with the BINGO reading challenge? With fun reading suggestions this will have you and your children busy all of the school holidays. Collect your Winter Reading BINGO form from 23 June ready to start your holidays. |
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Murchison Library
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To Be Confirmed - Please check with library staff |
Storytime |
Join us for fun and exciting stories and songs at our monthly Storytime sessions. Storytime sessions are a great way to spark your child’s imagination and curiosity. |
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One-off Events |
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Sunday 23 March - Monday 30 June Opening Hours |
TUKU25 - Threading Connections /Tuia te Hononga Community Quilt |
We invite you to contribute your story to our Threading Connections / Tuia te Hononga community quilt. You can be any age, of any sewing ability to take part. The important thing is to share what it is about Te Tauihu/Top of the South that makes you feel that you belong. Pick up your entry form, with all the details, from Tasman District Libraries and then “Thread your Connection”. Return it to us by 30 June. We’ll then transform all our amazing stories into a beautiful community quilt created by you. Please contact: library.information@tasman.govt.nz with any questions. |
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Monday 23 June - Friday 11 July |
Winter Reading BINGO |
Hey kids! Complete a line of BINGO in any direction to go in the draw to win a book prize! Winter is the perfect time to get cozy and read a book. Why not have fun while doing it with the BINGO reading challenge? With fun reading suggestions this will have you and your children busy all of the school holidays. Collect your Winter Reading BINGO form from 23 June ready to start your holidays. |
Richmond Library
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Tuesdays fortnightly June 10 & 24 |
Dementia Friendly Library Group | If you are living with Dementia, this group is for you. Come along to this supportive, friendly group facilitated by Debbie, Tracy and Deborah at your familiar local library. | |
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1.30pm - 3.00pm Second Tuesday of every month |
Wellby Talking Café |
Enjoy a relaxed cuppa and start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people. There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive. |
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Tuesdays during term time |
Wriggle & Rhyme | Come and explore music and songs, movement and rhythm, instruments, and stories while making new friends and spending quality time with your child age 2 years and under. | |
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Third Tuesday of the month 2.00pm - 3.00pm no meeting in July |
Richmond Writing Group |
Come along to meet new people who also like writing, learn writing tips and tricks, try a creative writing exercise and enjoy the company of others. There is no meeting in December or January. |
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Wednesdays during term time 10.00am -10.30am |
Storytime | Join us for fun and exciting stories and songs at our weekly storytime sessions for 2-5 year olds and their caregivers. | |
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Third Wednesday of the month 3.00pm - 4.00pm no meeting in July |
Book Group |
Our book group for adults is an opportunity to discover new books and authors, meet new people and share what you have been reading. There is no gathering in December. All welcome. |
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Thursdays 11.00am - 12.00pm no meeting 12 June |
English Conversation Group |
Is your first language a language other than English? Would you like to improve your English with a qualified, experienced ESOL teacher? Join our friendly English conversation group for ESOL speakers. It’s free and all ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages) are welcome.
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Fridays: 27 June 10.30am - 12.00pm |
Family History Fridays |
Are you having trouble finding your ancestors? Would you like to know more about using Ancestry.com, or what other family history or local history resources are available? These drop-in sessions are aimed at those who have started on their family history journey and are wanting help with their research. Specialist library staff will be available to help you in the Richmond Library Research Room. |
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Opening hours during June |
Repurposed Dolls - Glass Display Cabinets |
Repurposed Dolls is an exhibition of transformed porcelain dolls, brought back to life using discarded bric-a-brac: tarnished silverware, tangled necklaces, broken trinkets, forgotten treasures. Each doll becomes a unique piece of art, infused with character, story, and the spirit of renewal. As a volunteer at the Hospice Charity Shop, Tina Williams has come to appreciate the quiet beauty—and challenge—of overlooked objects. Among the most difficult to rehome are porcelain dolls. Outdated and often unwanted in their original form, they sit unsold, gathering dust. This project reimagines their future. All sales from the exhibition will go directly to the Hospice Charity Shop, supporting their ongoing mission. This project not only breathes new life into neglected objects but also draws attention to the role of creativity in community care and circular economy. |
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Opening hours during June |
Japanese Scrolls Exhibition - Gallery Wall |
In addition to other themes, this collection includes landscapes, folk stories, seasonal flowers and foliage, and cranes. In traditional Japanese houses there will be a 'tatami' (rice mats) room with a 'tokonoma' (alcove) where the scrolls are displayed together with 'ikebana' (Japanese styled flower arrangement), or bonsai. They are changed according to the seasons. The scrolls in this exhibition are of the Maruhyoso style, having four sections: the top, 'ten' or heaven; the bottom, 'chi' or earth; and the sides, 'hashira' or pillars for support. The Umemura Collection of Japanese scrolls is kindly being exhibited by Ferry van Mansum. If you are interested in purchasing any of these scrolls or others please contact Ferry directly: ferryvanmansum@gmail.com. |
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Sunday 23 March - Monday 30 June Opening Hours |
TUKU25 - Threading Connections /Tuia te Hononga Community Quilt |
We invite you to contribute your story to our Threading Connections / Tuia te Hononga community quilt. You can be any age, of any sewing ability to take part. The important thing is to share what it is about Te Tauihu/Top of the South that makes you feel that you belong. Pick up your entry form, with all the details, from Tasman District Libraries and then “Thread your Connection”. Return it to us by 30 June. We’ll then transform all our amazing stories into a beautiful community quilt created by you. Please contact: library.information@tasman.govt.nz with any questions. |
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Saturday 14 June 10.00am - 12.00pm |
Knit in Public Day |
Bring along your latest wool project and join knitters from the Richmond Creative Fibre Group to celebrate the joy of knitting on Knit in Public Day. All knitters or want-to-be knitters welcome. |
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Monday 23 June - Friday 11 July |
Winter Reading BINGO |
Hey kids! Complete a line of BINGO in any direction to go in the draw to win a book prize! Winter is the perfect time to get cozy and read a book. Why not have fun while doing it with the BINGO reading challenge? With fun reading suggestions this will have you and your children busy all of the school holidays. Collect your Winter Reading BINGO form from 23 June ready to start your holidays. |
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Tākaka Library
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Regular Events |
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Every Tuesday 10.30am-11.30am
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Word Savvy Poetry Group | Write poetry, read poetry, bring your favourite poem and discover new poets with other poetry lovers. |
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Every Tuesday during term time 10.00am-10.30am
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Wriggle & Rhyme | Come and explore music and songs, movement and rhythm, instruments and stories while making new friends and spending quality time with your 0-2 year old. |
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Last Tuesday of the month 1.00pm-2.00pm |
Silverfish Book Group | Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? We pick a theme, a genre or an author for the month, and upon reading return the next month to have an enthusiastic and informal discussion about the books we’ve read. |
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First Wednesday of the month 1.30pm - 3.00pm |
Wellby Talking Café |
Enjoy a relaxed cuppa and start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people. There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive. |
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Every Friday 11.00am-12.00pm |
Digi Drop-In | Get help with your smartphone, tablet, laptop, e-Reader, or whatever digital device you have. If you're struggling to understand how to use your device,or want to find out more about the wide variety of e-Resources that can be accessed through the library, we can help. |
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Monday 9 June Opening Hours |
Gallery Wall Featured Artist - Martin Erasmuson (Raz) |
Martin Erasmuson (Raz) is a Golden Bay artist working in various mediums including wood, word, photography and digital-art. The works displayed in the library of iconic Golden Bay scenery are all created by Raz based on his own photography. To see Raz's full portfolio please visit his website: www.razart.nz |
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Sunday 23 March - Monday 30 June Opening Hours |
TUKU25 - Threading Connections /Tuia te Hononga Community Quilt |
We invite you to contribute your story to our Threading Connections / Tuia te Hononga community quilt. You can be any age, of any sewing ability to take part. The important thing is to share what it is about Te Tauihu/Top of the South that makes you feel that you belong. Pick up your entry form, with all the details, from Tasman District Libraries and then “Thread your Connection”. Return it to us by 30 June. We’ll then transform all our amazing stories into a beautiful community quilt created by you. Please contact: library.information@tasman.govt.nz with any questions. |
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Wednesday 11 June 10.30am - 12.00pm |
Kantha Embroidery Workshop with Christine Richards |
Using straight running stitch to cover fabric pieces, a process known as Kantha, we will turn a piece of old quilted fabric into a new and useful needle book for keeping track of sewing needles. Suited to all levels of sewing abilities, this class will challenge both beginners and those with embroidery skills to create their own beautiful stitched and embellished project. The instructions are simple to follow and with pleasing results. All materials will be provided. $10.00 cash to our tutor Christine on the day. |
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Monday 23 June 10.00am - 11.00am
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Celebrate Matariki |
Join us for two workshops: Harakeke Weaving 11.30am - 1.00pm All welcome at one or both workshops. |
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Winter Reading BINGO |
Hey kids! Complete a line of BINGO in any direction to go in the draw to win a book prize! Winter is the perfect time to get cozy and read a book. Why not have fun while doing it with the BINGO reading challenge? With fun reading suggestions this will have you and your children busy all of the school holidays. Collect your Winter Reading BINGO form from 23 June ready to start your holidays. |
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Monday 30 June 12.00pm - 1.00pm |
Alistair Hughes author & illustrator of “New Zealand Weather” |
Children and adults alike will be captivated by local children’s author and illustrator Alistair Hughes speaking about his new book New Zealand Weather. The book took him the better part of last year to research, illustrate and write, covering a wide range of topics including how forecasting works, explanations of El Niño and La Niña, how to read weather maps, why rain, fog and storms form, identifying cloud formations and Māori meteorology. The extent to which the weather affects and shapes our lives is far more wide reaching than most people realise, and this book will help readers appreciate it in a whole different way. Alistair will have books available to purchase: $25.00 cash only. |
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Monday 7 July - drop off during opening hours Tuesday 8 July - pick up during opening hours |
Soft Toy Sleepover |
Bring your teddy, your dolly or your favourite toy animal to stay the night in the library! Come back the next morning to see what they got up to overnight when the library was closed. Your soft toy friend will have a photo with them when you pick them up so you can see what fun they got up to. Please only one soft-toy friend per child. When you leave your soft toy, please fill out a provided name tag and attach to your friend |
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Tuesday 12 August 11.00am - 12.00pm |
Worry Worm Workshop in support of Daffodil Day |
Tākaka Library needs your help. Help create adorable little worry worms which help raise funds for The Cancer Society. This is a great way to keep those fingers busy and spend time with other keen crocheters whilst contributing to a worthy cause. No need to bring anything, we’d just love to see you and your nimble fingers – save the date and highlight in yellow! Every worm helps raise funds to support those affected by cancer. |
