Events
A timely moment for us to celebrate the tenacity and elegance of the Māori spirit through this display that centres the magazine Te Ao Hou: The New World, published 1952 – 75. In the opening article of the first volume it states…
A timely moment for us to celebrate the tenacity and elegance of the Māori spirit through this display that centres the magazine Te Ao Hou: The New World, published 1952 – 75. In the opening article of the first volume it states…
Picture past times in Linwood and its surrounding neighbourhoods through a digital photographic exhibition. Come one, come all, and join us as we reminisce on days gone by!
Image: Hāngi at Wainoni School. 1990.…
SEE WHAT HAPPENS
Lesley Evans paints for fun and for the pleasure of sharing her work with others.
She loves to climb the stairs to her studio most days, with no particular plan except to "See What Happens".
Her art training includes local…
The Discovery Wall at Tūranga has a smaller, mobile 'sibling'. Local heritage comes to life with this unique interactive touchscreen technology that lets you explore the history of Christchurch. Try it out as it visits community…
- All day
Come along to Tūranga and see an enlarged print of the photographic panorama of Christchurch city taken from the Christchurch Anglican Cathedral tower in 1881.
E R Wheeler and Son, an enterprising photographic business, produced the…
Te Ao Hou: A Moment in Time, reflects on the long history and legacy the Te Ao Hou magazine has had in Aotearoa since its first publication seventy years ago. The framework for the exhibition comes from the opening article of the first…
Papanui Library are proud to be hosting a selection of artwork from our local schools; Papanui Primary School, Papanui High School and Te Kura Mareko/Casebrook Intermediate. The Tūrangawaewae display is the realisation of the…
Redwood Library are proud to be hosting a selection of artwork from our local schools; Te Kura o te Rakau Whero/Redwood Primary School, Te Kura o Matarangi/Northcote School and Te Kura Mareko/Casebrook Intermediate. The Tūrangawaewae…
Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library are proud to be hosting a selection of artwork from our local schools; Te Kura o Mātāhae/Cotswold School, Te Kura o Papakōhatu/Bishopdale School, Te Kura Mareko/Casebrook Intermediate. The Tūrangawaewae display…
Come along and view a display of artworks made by a Somali women’s art group alongside a Somali cultural display.
The purpose of the exhibition is to tell local stories which promote community heritage and strengthen identity for…
Get cosy this winter with a specially selected stack of reads chosen just for you!
My Book Bag is back for the winter school holidays. Simply tell us what books you love to read and we'll make up a bag of books and other goodies…
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You can contact Citizens Advice Bureau by phoning 0800…
A Justice of the Peace is on site to take oaths, declarations, affidavits and affirmations; to witness signatures on documents and to certify document copies. The JP can also witness citizenship applications, sponsorship applications and…
Have you ever wanted to play Mahjong? Then you are welcome to join our Mahjong group where you can play competitively or they will be happy to share their wealth of knowledge with you. Beginner to advanced. We have some Mahjong sets to…
Interested in playing Mahjong? Learn to play Mahjong at Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library!
For beginners and advanced players alike.
If you have your own set, please bring it along, otherwise come along and join in a friendly game every Monday,…
Come along to Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and play Rummikub - an exciting, interactive strategy game.
Do you need help using your smart phone, iPad or tablet.
Come along to our free drop in sessions for help with email, searching the internet, library catalogue, ebook and general computer queries
No bookings needed
Mondays at South Library - Join our group to play Scrabble, Upwords, Chess and Cards,
Free, no bookings required
Do you need help using your computer, smartphone, iPad, or tablet?
Come along to our drop-in sessions for help with email, searching the internet, using the library catalogue, eBooks, and general computer queries.
Bring your laptop, tablet,…