What's On at Your Library
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Motueka Library
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| 2.00pm-4.00pm, every Monday | Classic Board Games for Adults | Drop in for friendly, sociable and fun classic board games such as Scrabble, Chinese Checkers, Chess, Risk, Catan, Yahtzee and more. Free. | |
| 10.30am - 12.00pm, first Monday of the month | 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. Free. |
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| 10.30am - 12.00pm, second Monday of the month | Garden Gurus |
Come along to our monthly gardening group. Meet keen gardeners. Free. |
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| 10.30am-12.00pm, third Monday of the month | 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. Free. | |
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3.30pm-5.00pm, last Monday of every month |
Building Bricks Club | Make amazing brick creations with Adrian Barbour. Suitable for ages 7+. Building Bricks kindly supplied by the Christchurch User group. Free. | |
| 11.00am-12.00pm, every Tuesday | 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. Free. | |
| 12.00pm-2.00pm, third Tuesday of the month | WHAM! Write Here at Motueka | Let us help stimulate, motivate and promote your writing, so that you can produce, perform and publish. Come along to our monthly writing group for adults. | |
| 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. Free. | |
| 10.00am-11.30am, third Wednesday of every month | Wellby Talking Cafe |
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. Free. |
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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. Free. |
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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. Free. | |
| 1.30pm - 3.00pm, second Thursday of the month | Paper Artsy |
Use decorative and themed papers to create cards, bookmarks and postcards, for your own pleasure or to give to family and friends. Free. |
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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. Free. All welcome. |
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| 10.00am-10.30am, every Friday 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. Free. |
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| 4.00pm-6.00pm, usually the second Friday of the month | Dungeons & Dragons |
Come and roll the dice and play Dungeons and Dragons - a fantasy role playing tabletop game. For teens and adults. Free. Exact dates here. |
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One-off Events |
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Wednesday 22 November - Saturday 16 December During opening hours |
Ukraine Children’s Art “Thank You New Zealand” Exhibition |
“Thank You New Zealand” is a children’s art exhibition featuring drawings and paintings by Ukrainian children, living through the war in Ukraine. Photos of the children holding their art works will be on display along with a short biography that each child has written. The child artists are beneficiaries of the humanitarian fundraising carried out in 2022 in the Nelson-Tasman region. Articles and photos of the Tautoko Ukraine charity will also be on display. Free to attend. |
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Friday 1 December - Wednesday 31 January During our opening hours |
Summer Savers |
Borrow one of our sanity saving; time saving; money saving; or environment saving books this summer and be in to win. Email a photo of the book, together with the book-inspired ‘project’ you made/did to: library.information@tasman.govt.nz Open to all. Entries will be displayed at your local library during this time and may be used for promotional purposes on Tasman District Libraries Facebook page and website. |
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Wednesdays in December: 6th, 13th and 20th 3.30pm - 4.30pm |
Christmassy Craft |
Get crafting for Christmas! Join us at the library to make some fun Christmas creations. Free to participate. All welcome. |
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| Wednesday 6 December 10.30am - 12.00pm |
Vintage Christmas Basket Workshop |
Create a mini-Christmas basket with a yesteryear flavour for yourself or as a gift. Pop in a small Christmas treasure or some Christmas confectionery and your basket is complete. Free to participate. This workshop is for adults. |
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| Thursday 7 December 10.30am - 12.00pm |
Christmas Fridge Magnets Workshop |
Create some decorative Christmassy fridge magnets for your home. Enjoy this creative, relaxing and sociable activity. Free to participate. This workshop is for adults. |
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| Wednesday 13 December 10.30am - 12.00pm |
Christmas Cards and Gift Tags Workshop |
Drop in for our relaxed Christmas card and gift tag workshop. Choose from a variety of festive papers and create some handcrafted cards to share with friends and family. All materials are supplied. Free to participate. This workshop is for adults. |
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| Thursday 14 December 10.30am - 12.00pm |
Sparkly Christmas Decorations Workshop |
Get into the festive mood by creating some decorations for your tree or home. Choose from a variety of decorations to make in this relaxed Christmas Workshop. All materials are supplied. Free to participate. This workshop is for adults. |
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| Thursday 14 December 2.00pm - 3.00pm |
Pene Greet and Avis-Ann Ballard Book Launch - “May the Cane Prosper” |
Inherited family photographs are signposts from which Pene and Avis-Ann unfold stories of grit, determination, tragedy, and prosperity. “May The Cane Prosper” begins with impoverished German villagers within the Schilling and Backhaus families during the 1890s. These German migrants became tenant farmers of the Colonial Sugar Refining Company at Mundoo, in the Innisfail district. Their journey to prosperity, through two World Wars, is an absorbing read of the European immigrant patchwork that is Queensland today. Books will be available to purchase: $40.00 each. Free to attend and all are welcome. |
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| Friday 15 December 10.30am - 12.00pm |
Christmas Altered Jigsaw Pieces |
Design an “Altered Jigsaw Piece” with a Christmas theme to hang up on your Christmas tree or somewhere special. Choose from Scandinavian and Nordic themes, Folk art or vintage images. Add bling and charms. All materials are supplied. This workshop is for adults. |
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| Friday 15 December 2.00pm - 2.30pm |
"Belli Clarinetti" |
Join us for half an hour of clarinet duets played by Dave North and Marie Willis of "Belli Clarinetti" and the Nelson Symphony Orchestra. Free to attend and all are welcome. |
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| Monday 18 December - Monday 5 February |
Summer Reading Adventure |
We’re going on a Summer Reading Adventure! Grab your Adventure Pack and explore the wonders of reading. Where will words take you this summer? This summer holidays, get your kids inspired by reading. Join the Summer Reading Adventure at the library – a fun programme of events and challenges designed to make reading fun. |
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| Thursday 21 December 10.00am - 11.00am |
Christmassy Storytime |
We Wish You a Merry Christmas! It’s a special Storytime for a special time of year! Come along and celebrate Christmas with us – Christmassy stories, songs and festivities. |
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Wednesday 3 January - Wednesday 31 January |
Altered BookArt |
Make a work of art out of an old library book. Enter our Book Art Competition and receive an old library book or use one of your own to cut, rip, glue, collage, paint – do whatever you want to! Entries are open between 3 and 31 January. Entries will be displayed at Motueka Library Te Noninga Kumu during February. There are three age categories:
Prizes for each category winner. Visit Motueka Library Te Noninga Kumu to pick up your entry form and an old library book. Terms and conditions apply. |
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Mondays in January: 8th, 15th and 22nd 11.00am - 12.00pm (drop-in session) |
Get Crafty! |
Get creative this summer at the library with some fun crafts. A different craft each session. Try something new and complete #10 on your Summer Reading Adventure too! |
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Thursdays in January: 11th, 18th and 25th 10.00am - 11.00am |
Escape the Sun with Some Lego Fun! |
Spin the Lego Wheel – What will you make? Chill out in the library with some Lego, and complete #9 on your Summer Reading Adventure too! |
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Tuesday 9 January 10.00am - 12.00pm (drop-in session) |
Create a Nature Journal |
Make your very own Nature Journal. Explore nature and record all the wonderful things you discover in our beautiful Tasman region! Complete #12 on your Summer Reading Adventure. |
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Wednesday 10 January |
“Stranded” Storywalks® at Kiyosato Japanese Gardens |
Go for a walk in our beautiful Tasman region – and read a story at the same time! Celebrate local author Linda Jane Keegan’s new book “Stranded” with pop-up Storywalks®. Complete #1 of your Summer Reading Adventure. A collaboration between Tasman District Libraries and Bateman Books. |
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Tuesday 16 January 10.00am - 12.00pm |
I Spy ... at Kiyosato Japanese Gardens |
We’re going on a summer adventure...what do we need to take? Help find everything you need for your backpack. Can you spy them all? A fun and engaging summer activity for tamariki of all ages. Complete #15 on your Summer Reading Adventure. |
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Wednesday 24 January |
Booknic at Decks Reserve/ Mad Hatter’s Picnic on the Green |
What do you get if you cross a book with a picnic? Join us with your picnic – and bring a book to swap. You are invited to dress up in a Wonderland theme. Join in the White Rabbit’s Parade. Meet Alice, the Mad Hatter, the White Rabbit and the Queen of Hearts. Enjoy activities and games for the young and the young at heart. Complete #13 on your Summer Reading Adventure. If it is wet our Booknic will be held in the Community Room and library. |
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Murchison Library
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Regular Events |
Description |
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First Friday of the month (during term time) 11.00am - 12.00pm |
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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Friday 1 December - Wednesday 31 January During our opening hours |
Summer Savers |
Borrow one of our sanity saving; time saving; money saving; or environment saving books this summer and be in to win. Email a photo of the book, together with the book-inspired ‘project’ you made/did to: library.information@tasman.govt.nz Open to all. Entries will be displayed at your local library during this time and may be used for promotional purposes on Tasman District Libraries Facebook page and website. |
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Monday 18 December - Monday 5 February |
Summer Reading Adventure |
We’re going on a Summer Reading Adventure! Grab your Adventure Pack and explore the wonders of reading. Where will words take you this summer? This summer holidays, get your kids inspired by reading. Join the Summer Reading Adventure at the library – a fun programme of events and challenges designed to make reading fun. |
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Friday 12 January 11.00am - 12.00pm |
Get Crafty! |
Get creative this summer at the library with some fun crafts. A different craft each session. Try something new and complete #10 on your Summer Reading Adventure too! |
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Friday 19 January 11.00am - 12.00pm |
“Stranded” Storywalks® at Murchison Playground |
Go for a walk in our beautiful Tasman region – and read a story at the same time! Celebrate local author Linda Jane Keegan’s new book “Stranded” with pop-up Storywalks®. Complete #1 of your Summer Reading Adventure. A collaboration between Tasman District Libraries and Bateman Books. |
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Friday 19 January 1.00pm - 2.00pm |
Escape the Sun with Some Lego Fun! |
Spin the Lego Wheel – What will you make? Chill out in the library with some Lego, and complete #9 on your Summer Reading Adventure too! |
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Friday 26 January 11.00am - 12.00pm |
Get Crafty! |
Get creative this summer at the library with some fun crafts. A different craft each session. Try something new and complete #10 on your Summer Reading Adventure too! |
Richmond Library
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Regular Events |
Description |
| Tuesdays, 10.30am - 11.30am |
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. Free. |
| Tuesdays, during term time, 10.00am - 10.30am |
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. Free. |
| Second Tuesday of the month, 1.30pm - 3.00pm | Wellby Talking Cafe |
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. We will be in the Constance Barnicoat Room which is just on the right as you enter the library via Queen Street. Free. |
| Third Tuesday of the month, 2.00pm - 3.00pm | 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 gathering in December nor January. Free. |
| 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. Free. |
| Wednesdays, 11.30am - 1.30pm | JP In the Library | Do you need a Justice of the Peace (JP) to witness your important documents? We can help. Come to Richmond Library's Community Matters space to talk with a registered JP. Free. |
| Wednesdays, 12.30pm - 2.00pm | Good Crafternoon |
Start, finish or work on your almost-started, half-finished, barely-begun craft project in the company of other crafters. All you need to bring is your craft project. Feel free to bring your lunch as well. Free. |
| Third Wednesday of the month, 3.00pm - 4.00pm |
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 nor January. Free. All welcome. |
| Thursdays, 11.00am - 12.00pm | 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. Simply stop by the Constance Barnicoat room for a warm welcome. Free.
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Every second Thursday during term time: Weeks 2, 4, 6 and 8 (last session November 30) 3.30pm - 4.30pm |
ATLAS Tween Book Club |
Are you Year 6, 7 or 8? Love books and reading? Then join our ATLAS Book Club! It’s free and it’s fun! ATLAS (At The Library After School) is a book club just for tweens.
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| Fridays, during term time, 3.30pm - 5.00pm |
Tabletop Gaming Group |
Come join us around the table for weekly gaming greatness! Come and make some new friends and play some great games! Board and card games from the library collection or bring your own along. For children aged 9-13. Free Register with staff in the library or by phoning us. |
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The last Friday of the month, 10.30am - 12.00pm
27 October |
Family History Friday |
Drop into the Richmond Library Research Room to explore our Local and Family History resources. Just starting your family tree or having trouble finding your ancestors? Want to know more about how to use Ancestry.com, or what other family and local history resources are available? Specialist library staff will be available to help if needed. Free to attend. |
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One-off Events | Description |
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Friday 1 December - Wednesday 31 January During our opening hours
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Summer Savers |
Borrow one of our sanity saving; time saving; money saving; or environment saving books this summer and be in to win. Email a photo of the book, together with the book-inspired ‘project’ you made/did to: library.information@tasman.govt.nz Open to all. Entries will be displayed at your local library during this time and may be used for promotional purposes on Tasman District Libraries Facebook page and website. |
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Tuesdays in December: 5th, 12th and 19th 3.30pm - 4.30pm |
Christmassy Craft |
Get crafting for Christmas! Join us at the library to make some fun Christmas creations. Free to participate. All welcome. |
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Monday 18 December - Monday 5 February |
Summer Reading Adventure |
We’re going on a Summer Reading Adventure! Grab your Adventure Pack and explore the wonders of reading. Where will words take you this summer? This summer holidays, get your kids inspired by reading. Join the Summer Reading Adventure at the library – a fun programme of events and challenges designed to make reading fun. |
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Wednesday 20 December 10.00am - 11.00am |
Christmassy Storytime |
We Wish You a Merry Christmas! It’s a special Storytime for a special time of year! Come along and celebrate Christmas with us – Christmassy stories, songs and festivities. |
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Tuesdays in January: 9th, 16th and 23rd 1.00pm - 3.00pm |
Get Crafty! |
Get creative this summer at the library with some fun crafts. A different craft each session. Try something new and complete #10 on your Summer Reading Adventure too! |
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Thursdays in January: 11th, 18th and 25th 2.00pm - 3.00pm |
Escape the Sun with Some Lego Fun! |
Spin the Lego Wheel – What will you make? Chill out in the library with some Lego, and complete #9 on your Summer Reading Adventure too! |
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Monday 8 January |
Learn to play "Dungeons & Dragons" |
Ever wanted to learn how to play "Dungeons and Dragons"? Come along to the library to begin your adventure and delve into the thrilling world of roleplaying with "Learn to Play Dungeons & Dragons". Your imagination is the limit as the Dungeon Master leads you on an epic quest. For adventurers aged 9-14! Free but places are limited so please pop into your library or phone 03 543 8500 to register. |
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Tuesday 9 January 10.00am - 12.00pm |
I Spy ... at Washbourn Gardens |
We’re going on a summer adventure...what do we need to take? Help find everything you need for your backpack. Can you spy them all? Complete #15 on your Summer Reading Adventure. A fun and engaging summer activity for tamariki of all ages. |
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Monday 15 January |
Create a Nature Journal |
Make your very own Nature Journal. Explore nature and record all the wonderful things you discover in our beautiful Tasman region! Complete #12 on your Summer Reading Adventure. |
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Wednesday 17 January 10.00am - 1.00pm |
“Stranded” Storywalks® at Washbourn Gardens |
Go for a walk in our beautiful Tasman region – and read a story at the same time! Celebrate local author Linda Jane Keegan’s new book “Stranded” with pop-up Storywalks®. Complete #1 of your Summer Reading Adventure. A collaboration between Tasman District Libraries and Bateman Books. |
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Monday 22 January |
Learn to play "Dungeons & Dragons" |
Ever wanted to learn how to play "Dungeons and Dragons"? Come along to the library to begin your adventure and delve into the thrilling world of roleplaying with "Learn to Play Dungeons & Dragons". Your imagination is the limit as the Dungeon Master leads you on an epic quest. For adventurers aged 9-14! Free but places are limited so please pop into your library or phone 03 543 8500 to register. |
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Wednesday 24 January 11.00am - 1.00pm (drop-in) |
Booknic at Washbourn Gardens |
What do you get if you cross a book with a picnic? Join us with your picnic – and bring a book to swap. Complete #13 on your Summer Reading Adventure. |
Tākaka Library
Date & Time |
Regular Events |
Description |
| Every Tuesday during term time, 10.00am-10.30am. The first session of 2023 will be on 14 February. | 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. Free. |
| 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. Free. |
| 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. Free. |
| Once a month, 3.15pm-4.30pm | Popcorn Turtles Book Club |
Come along to a fun free book club for children in years 6-9. Find out what others have been reading, get a look at the latest new books, eat some popcorn and do some fun activities. Free. Exact dates here. |
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One-off Events |
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from Wednesday 9 August During our opening hours |
Gallery Wall Exhibition Space - Jock Harrison |
Jock Harrison has been taking photos for many decades and as a teenager worked after school for an aerial photographer and two commercial photographers. After coming to Golden Bay in 1979 he established and taught photography at Golden Bay High school. Jock is pleased that these courses are still continuing. |
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Friday 1 December - Wednesday 31 January During our opening hours
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Summer Savers |
Borrow one of our sanity saving; time saving; money saving; or environment saving books this summer and be in to win. Email a photo of the book, together with the book-inspired ‘project’ you made/did to: library.information@tasman.govt.nz Open to all. Entries will be displayed at your local library during this time and may be used for promotional purposes on Tasman District Libraries Facebook page and website. |
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Mondays in December: 4th, 11th and 18th 3.30pm - 4.30pm |
Christmassy Craft |
Get crafting for Christmas! Join us at the library to make some fun Christmas creations. Free to participate. All welcome. |
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Monday 18 December - Monday 5 February |
Summer Reading Adventure |
We’re going on a Summer Reading Adventure! Grab your Adventure Pack and explore the wonders of reading. Where will words take you this summer? This summer holidays, get your kids inspired by reading. Join the Summer Reading Adventure at the library – a fun programme of events and challenges designed to make reading fun. |
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Friday 22 December 10.30am - 11.30am |
Christmassy Storytime |
We Wish You a Merry Christmas! It’s a special Storytime for a special time of year! Come along and celebrate Christmas with us – Christmassy stories, songs and festivities. |
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Tuesdays in January: 9th, 16th and 23rd 10.00am - 12.00pm |
Get Crafty! |
Get creative this summer at the library with some fun crafts. A different craft each session. Try something new and complete #10 on your Summer Reading Adventure too! |
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Thursdays in January: 11th, 18th and 25th 2.00pm - 3.00pm |
Escape the Sun with Some Lego Fun!
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Spin the Lego Wheel – What will you make? Chill out in the library with some Lego, and complete #9 on your Summer Reading Adventure too! |
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Friday 5 January 10.00am - 12.00pm |
I Spy ... at Tākaka Playground |
We’re going on a summer adventure...what do we need to take? Help find everything you need for your backpack. Can you spy them all? Complete #15 on your Summer Reading Adventure. A fun and engaging summer activity for tamariki of all ages. |
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Monday 8 January |
Learn to play "Dungeons & Dragons" |
Ever wanted to learn how to play "Dungeons and Dragons"? Come along to the library to begin your adventure and delve into the thrilling world of roleplaying with "Learn to Play Dungeons & Dragons". Your imagination is the limit as the Dungeon Master leads you on an epic quest. For adventurers aged 9-14! Free but places are limited so please pop into your library or phone 03 525 0059 to register. |
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Friday 12 January 10.00am - 1.00pm (drop-in) |
"Stranded" Storywalks® at Pōhara Beach Front |
Go for a walk in our beautiful Tasman region – and read a story at the same time! Celebrate local author Linda Jane Keegan’s new book "Stranded" with pop-up Storywalks®. Complete #1 of your Summer Reading Adventure. A collaboration between Tasman District Libraries and Bateman Books. |
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Monday 15 January |
Create a Nature Journal |
Make your very own Nature Journal. Explore nature and record all the wonderful things you discover in our beautiful Tasman region! Complete #12 on your Summer Reading Adventure. |
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Monday 22 January |
Learn to play "Dungeons & Dragons" |
Ever wanted to learn how to play "Dungeons and Dragons"? Come along to the library to begin your adventure and delve into the thrilling world of roleplaying with "Learn to Play Dungeons & Dragons". Your imagination is the limit as the Dungeon Master leads you on an epic quest. For adventurers aged 9-14! Free but places are limited so please pop into your library or phone 03 525 0059 to register. |
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Wednesday 24 January |
Booknic at Tākaka Memorial Reserve Playground
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What do you get if you cross a book with a picnic? Join us with your picnic – and bring a book to swap. Complete #13 on your Summer Reading Adventure. |
