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Mathateca Logic Puzzle Workshops

on May 10, 2026, 3:00pm to 4:30pm

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Ever tackled a Sudoku, played Minesweeper or Battleships, or drawn a Nonogram picture?

These are examples of logic puzzles - brain-teasing challenges where you use clues, grids, and pure deduction to uncover the solution. No guesswork needed - just clever reasoning!

Come along to our series of fun and engaging logic puzzle workshops on the second Sunday of every month, delivered in collaboration with Mathateca: New Zealand's Public Space for Mathematics.

Each workshop is tutored by James McGowan, New Zealand's top puzzle solver.

🌟James placed 5th in the world at the 2024 World Puzzle Championships in Beijing - an incredible achievement after years of competitive puzzle solving. Now he’s sharing his expertise with you!🌟

Perfect for beginners but with plenty to challenge experienced solvers, each session includes:

✔ A short lesson on the rules and key solving strategies

✔ Time to solve provided puzzles of varying difficulty

✔ Hints and tips from a world-class puzzle solver if you get stuck

Boost your logical thinking in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Whether you're new to logic puzzles or looking to sharpen your skills, come along to train your brain and have a good time! We will be exploring different puzzle types every month.

Free, no bookings required. Suitable for ages teen - adults. 

Location : Facilitation Space, Auahatanga | Creativity, Level 4. Tūranga

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Facilitation Space, Auahatanga | Creativity, Level 4 Tūranga
Open from 10:00am–5:00pm on the day of the event
60 Cathedral Square
Central Christchurch, Christchurch 8011
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Christchurch City Libraries