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Women of the Wheel: Past and Present exhibition at Tūranga
Women of the Wheel: Past and Present is on until 24 November at Te Pito Huarewa / Southbase Gallery, Tūranga.
CCL Mobile - The Library App
Our app lets you find stuff, place holds easily, check out books on the self check machine, & switch between your family's library cards.
Fendalton Library closed for refurbishment
Fendalton Library is closed while Christchurch City Council refurbishes the building. The library will reopen 9am Monday 18 November 2024.
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Creativebug
Get making with Creativebug. Access thousands of online art and craft video classes for free.
The Mires by Tina Makereti: audiobook
Listen to the audiobook of The Mires by Ōtautahi Christchurch writer Tina Makereti. It's available on Libby now, no holds and no queue.
New Zealand Geographic Archive
Complete online archive of the magazine that celebrates NZ in all its diversity. Also Includes documentaries, VR-video, and podcasts.
For Readers
For Readers
New For You - October
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our boooook buyers!
New Titles
Explore the latest eAudiobooks, eBooks, fiction, large print, non-fiction, & stuff for kids and teens.
Horror fiction reading guide
Recommended reading lists for a range of horror fiction sub-genres, horror authors to try, and other horrific resources.
Biography and memoir reading guide
The true stories of artists, inventors, icons, and influencers, as well as everyday people.
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Small but perfectly formed: The world of miniatures
Moata holds a magnifying glass to the world of miniatures and suggests library titles and equipment to help you make dainty models.
Discover Canterbury: For the Love of Music!
Gabrielle Heath's 2023 Photo Hunt entry shows a group of accordion players. Donate your photos this month to win Riverside Market vouchers!
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Oct 26, 2024
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