Events
Discover the rich diversity that our most recent immigrants bring to Aotearoa New Zealand. Through their skills, cultural backgrounds and experiences, they strengthen and add immense value to this country and help shape its future.
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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…
This is a chance for you to use our sewing machines and our overlocker and also to see our embroidery machine in action. Bring your own materials and sewing jobs to work on your creative projects. These are not structured sessions, just…
Discover the rich diversity that our most recent immigrants bring to Aotearoa New Zealand. Through their skills, cultural backgrounds and experiences, they strengthen and add immense value to this country and help shape its future.
This…
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…
Come along and listen to children's bilingual storytimes. Nau mai, tauti mai.
Ngā Pakiwaitara - Bilingual Storytimes is an interactive programme including stories and cool Māori waiata/songs.
This bilingual storytimes runs every Tuesday…
Hands on session! Try making your own unique music on our synthesizers.
Explore sounds from the past and create some new ones. These sessions are free.
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 people, places and events that make…
Registration requiredRegister for event- Be the hero in a tabletop roleplaying campaign where everything rests on your roll of the dice!
Create a character and join in a shared story, where you might find yourself adventuring across unexplored lands, slinging sorcerous spells, or…
Registration requiredRegister for event Discover the rich diversity that our most recent immigrants bring to Aotearoa New Zealand. Through their skills, cultural backgrounds and experiences, they strengthen and add immense value to this country and help shape its future.
This…
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…
Start your New Zealand family history research with this six week course that will introduce you to some of the key resources available at Christchurch City Libraries and beyond.
Bring along as much as you already know of your…
Registration fullMeet others in our community when you and your preschooler join us for a fun variety of stories, songs and rhymes which foster children’s literacy.
All whānau and caregivers welcome.
Free, no bookings required.Please note: Guardians and…
Come and have fun every Wednesday during term time.
Join us for a variety of activities including technology, crafts and games in a fun learning environment.
All whānau welcome!
Free, no bookings required.
Please note: Under 12 year…
Make reading a social activity. Read short books provided by Book Discussion Scheme especially chosen for ESOL learners. This programme not only helps people improve their English reading and speaking skills, it is also…
Registration requiredRegister for eventMake reading a social activity. Read short books provided by Book Discussion Scheme especially chosen for ESOL learners. This programme not only helps people improve their English reading and speaking skills, it is also…
Registration requiredRegister for eventIf you enjoy reading non-fiction then come join our friendly group of readers and chat about your favourites. Each month you will read a book of your choice on a set theme and over the year we will read across the entire Dewey Decimal…
Registration requiredRegister for eventDiscover the rich diversity that our most recent immigrants bring to Aotearoa New Zealand. Through their skills, cultural backgrounds and experiences, they strengthen and add immense value to this country and help shape its future.
This…
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…
An opportunity to use the exciting range of equipment available in the Production Studio and Computer Labs – 3D printers, vinyl and craft cutters, vacuum formers, heat press, sewing machines and more. Staff will be on hand to…