Events
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…
The WHAIAO Exhibition runs from 8 August to 29 November 2026.Ki te Whaiao, Ki Te Ao Marama
Explore our exhibition WHAIAO, a celebration of Mātauranga Māori and our Ngā Pounamu Māori Collections here at Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi.…
A Tuakiri Investigates pop up exhibition. Cantabrians have always embraced a challenge. The 1970s and 1980s were peak decades for attempting to break a world record – any world record! From feats of endurance to quirky stunts, explore…
Cosy up with a good book this August!
Looking for the perfect excuse to curl up with a great read this winter? Join our Winter Reading Challenge and discover new authors, explore different genres and have some fun!
How it works:
…Cosy up with a good book this August!
Looking for the perfect excuse to curl up with a great read this winter? Join our Winter Reading Challenge and discover new authors, explore different genres and have some fun!
How it works:
…Cosy up with a good book this August!
Looking for the perfect excuse to curl up with a great read this winter? Join our Winter Reading Challenge and discover new authors, explore different genres and have some fun!
How it works:
…Cosy up with a good book this August!
Looking for the perfect excuse to curl up with a great read this winter? Join our Winter Reading Challenge and discover new authors, explore different genres and have some fun!
How it works:
…Listening, reflecting, connecting; the people affected by nuclear weapons and testing carry stories that reach across time and place.
In this exhibition, you’re invited to pause, explore, and encounter the voices of those who lived through…
A Justice of the Peace will be available to members of the community, to witness signatures and documents, certify document copies, hear oaths, declarations, affidavits or affirmations as well as sign citizenship, sponsorship or rates…
Come along with your knitting, crochet or other craft project. Share skills and be inspired by other crafters. All skills and skill levels are welcome in this social group.
Need some inspiration? Explore our range of…
Want to practise your reo? Drop in for a cuppa and build your conversational kōrero skills with fellow learners.
This session is aimed at adults who would like to build confidence speaking te reo Māori in a relaxed environment.
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The conversation group is a drop-in group where anyone is welcome to come and practice conversations in English, in a friendly and relaxed environment.
This is not a class, but an opportunity to talk with others in English…
Do you enjoying playing Mahjong?
Wanting to meet other experienced players?
Come along to Hornby Library on Thursdays and use our Mahjong equipment. Our table and equipment is available for use between the hours of…
Bring your knitting, crochet or other craft project and enjoy time with other crafters. Our sewing machine will be available.
Come and join us in a game of Rummikub, a tile-based game for two to four players, combines elements of the card game rummy and mahjong.
Every Thursday from 10am -12noon.
Free no booking required.
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Do you have questions about the Ngā Pounamu Māori Collection? Do you have kaupapa Māori research questions or need help looking into your whakapapa? Our Māori Collection Specialists are available to answer any of your queries.
Drop in…
Beginners Guide to local History
Are you interested in learning about the history of Ōtautahi Christchurch? Come and join our Local History librarians as we explore topics like our Māori heritage, European immigration and settlement, the…
Our friends from TechMate are here to help you become more confident with technology.
Bring your device and get help from one of the TechMate volunteers.
TechMate can help with questions about your cellphone, chromebook, laptop and other…
