Events
Have you missed our normal Wā Kōrero-Storytimes? Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, crafts, and fun on Saturdays!
The whole whānau are welcome to attend, we will have a half hour Storytimes session followed by a fun…
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Enjoy NZ Music Month at Matatiki Hornby Centre!
Join us for a live performance by Hector and Carlos - Mexican singers bringing their vibrant music to Aotearoa. A mix of Latin sounds and local flavour in a fun,…
Come along to the Sitting Room in the library at Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre for a relaxing crafternoon.
The group meets every Thursday and Saturday between 1pm and 3pm.
Bring along your knitting, crochet, stitching or any other…
Interested in playing Mahjong?
Play Mahjong at Shirley Library!
For all skill levels.
Every Saturday 1-3.30pm.
Wanting to learn how to play? Contact us for the dates of our Mahjong lessons.
Free. No bookings required
Would you like to explore a whole new world in immersive 3D? Come to Matatiki Hornby Centre and you can choose an experience on our VIVE Virtual Reality device. Let us take you to a world where you can paint your own artwork orr choose…
Come along to one of our free introductory sessions where you can learn about the creative technologies available at Tūranga.
Each session is about the creative space and how you could use it, there will be a presentation and opportunities…
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Enjoy NZ Music Month at Matatiki Hornby Centre!
Come along and enjoy a blend of Latin music and Kiwi vibes! Adrian Martinez and his son bring the music of Paraguay to Aotearoa in a special live performance - featuring the…
Exhibition from 28 March to 25 May 2025.
Diaries and letters that normally hide in our Archives are being highlighted in this interesting exhibition focusing on war correspondence.
Come and see the personal letters, diaries, photos, records…
Explore the history of Benjamin Mountfort’s work at the Canterbury Museum at this exhibition curated by Holly Neave, which is running as part Open Christchurch, the annual festival of architectural excellence. This year the festival,…
Come marvel at the wonderful art made by Year 12 Papanui High School students!
Each piece is scanned, transferred to vinyl and installed onto our library windows for all to see. Pieces range from detailed paintings and…
Meet others in our community when you and your child join us for a fun variety of stories, songs and rhymes which foster their literacy.
All whānau and caregivers welcome.
Free, no bookings required.
Tūranga has an audio and video studio! This is an open drop-in session where anyone can come in and discover more about audio and video production. No experience is necessary, just enthusiasm. These sessions are geared towards interested…
Learn how to create your own set of architecturally themed coasters.
Explore the work of Gothic Revival architect Benjamin Mountfort by adapting our templates into simple ink drawings and etching these into plywood on the laser cutter.
You’ll…
Bring your latest craft project and connect with other enthusiasts!
He Hononga | Connection, Ground Floor, Tūranga
These sessions are free.
Come and have a game of chess at The Colombo. Grab a chess set from the library and meet up with other players with the option to indulge in a delicious bite and beverage from one of the amazing eateries in The Colombo. Coach Ross…
Learn how to create your own set of architecturally themed coasters.
Explore the work of Gothic Revival architect Benjamin Mountfort by adapting our templates into simple ink drawings and etching these into plywood on the laser cutter.
You’ll…
Would you like to explore a whole new world in immersive 3D? Come to Matatiki Hornby Centre and you can choose an experience on our VIVE Virtual Reality device. Let us take you to a world where you can paint your own artwork orr choose…
Come and have a game of chess and meet up with other enthusiasts.
Free drop in sessions.
All ages and abilities everyone welcome!
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…
