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Cowboy Pride: OverDrive Big Library Read

Romance / Western / Jane Austen - this OverDrive Big Library Read covers a lot of bases! Unlimited eBook downloads until 23 July.

Wish I was there ...

Did you know we have always available eBook Lonely Planet travel guides from OverDrive, no holds or waiting!

7 reasons to start research with eDS

eResource Discovery Search (eDS) is the perfect starting point for your next piece of research and here are 7 reasons why.

Introducing Gale Interactive: Science

Make science come alive - interactive 3-D models & authoritative, digital content that helps students experience science, not just study it.

Bloomsbury Popular Music

11 volumes of Bloomsbury Encyclopaedia of Popular Music of the World, over 120 titles of the 33 1/3 series, & titles for study purposes.

Teens

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Winter Read Challenge - ages 13 to 18 Winter Read Challenge - ages 13 to 18

By Donna R
Challenge yourself to read this winter and be in to WIN movie tickets, tix to Astroman at Court Theatre, & Spotify vouchers. 2 to 29 July.
Challenge yourself to read this winter and be in to WIN movie tickets, tix to Astroman at Court Theatre, & Spotify vouchers. 2 to 29 July.
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eResources for teens (FREE!) eResources for teens (FREE!)

All you need is your library card & password/PIN. Use them for study and research, or relax with eBooks, eAudiobooks, & eMagazines.
All you need is your library card & password/PIN. Use them for study and research, or relax with eBooks, eAudiobooks, & eMagazines.
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Astroman at The Court Theatre Astroman at The Court Theatre

By Donna R
Albert Belz talks about his show Astroman at The Court Theatre & his faves. Teens can win 3 double passes in our Winter Reading Challenge.
Albert Belz talks about his show Astroman at The Court Theatre & his faves. Teens can win 3 double passes in our Winter Reading Challenge.
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Staff picks: Winter Reading Challenge Staff picks: Winter Reading Challenge

By Donna R
We've got some tips to help get your Winter Reading challenge card completed - then you will be in the draw to win!
We've got some tips to help get your Winter Reading challenge card completed - then you will be in the draw to win!
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Hot tips for the Winter Read Challenge Hot tips for the Winter Read Challenge

By Donna R
Winter Read Challenge is ON! Here are some hot reading ideas from teens who have already got their entries in.
Winter Read Challenge is ON! Here are some hot reading ideas from teens who have already got their entries in.
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Join the library Join the library

A guide to the library for teens - joining & membership, study & eResources, library events - as well as finding your next great read.
A guide to the library for teens - joining & membership, study & eResources, library events - as well as finding your next great read.
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Out on the Shelves Out on the Shelves

By Kateccl
We love InsideOUT's Out on the Shelves - an online reading resource connecting rainbow young people with the stories that represent them.
We love InsideOUT's Out on the Shelves - an online reading resource connecting rainbow young people with the stories that represent them.
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Youthtown Learners Licence Workshops Youthtown Learners Licence Workshops

Sign up for Term 3 Learners Licence Workshops - $130 for six workshops with Youthtown & on session 6 they will take you to sit your test.
Sign up for Term 3 Learners Licence Workshops - $130 for six workshops with Youthtown & on session 6 they will take you to sit your test.
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Teen Scene newsletter Teen Scene newsletter

By Cclstaff
Stories from a teenage point of view. Discover your next great read with our latest Teen Scene newsletter.
Stories from a teenage point of view. Discover your next great read with our latest Teen Scene newsletter.
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The Queen's Rising: Secrets and intrigue The Queen's Rising: Secrets and intrigue

By Claireccl
In Rebecca Ross's debut young adult novel, Claire discovers yet another fantasy school she'd like to enrol in - Magnalia House.
In Rebecca Ross's debut young adult novel, Claire discovers yet another fantasy school she'd like to enrol in - Magnalia House.

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WORD Christchurch 2018 WORD Christchurch 2018

Find out who's coming and what they'll be talking about, and read our posts and picks of Christchurch's own literary festival.
Find out who's coming and what they'll be talking about, and read our posts and picks of Christchurch's own literary festival.
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New titles July 2018 New titles July 2018

Our monthly list of the new audio and video, eAudiobooks, eBooks, fiction, large print, non-fiction, and stuff for kids and teens.
Our monthly list of the new audio and video, eAudiobooks, eBooks, fiction, large print, non-fiction, and stuff for kids and teens.
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Small and seductive Small and seductive

By Robertafsmith
Big books are great, but sometimes what you want is something small and perfectly formed. Roberta recommends some small books.
Big books are great, but sometimes what you want is something small and perfectly formed. Roberta recommends some small books.
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Stuff we love - July 2018 Stuff we love - July 2018

recommended by StaffPickles
Our team share the stuff they are loving this month.
Our team share the stuff they are loving this month.
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200 years of the Modern Prometheus 200 years of the Modern Prometheus

By Devilstatedan
There are few horror novels that have the long-lasting appeal of Mary Shelley's classic work. Dan looks at 200 years of Frankenstein.
There are few horror novels that have the long-lasting appeal of Mary Shelley's classic work. Dan looks at 200 years of Frankenstein.
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Kids

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Free fun in the school holidays Free fun in the school holidays

By Donna R
The school hols are on from Saturday 7 July to Sunday 22 July. Here is what you can do that's fun and FREE & most don't need bookings!
The school hols are on from Saturday 7 July to Sunday 22 July. Here is what you can do that's fun and FREE & most don't need bookings!
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Name Tūranga’s Bookbots & win prizes! Name Tūranga’s Bookbots & win prizes!

By Cclstaff
Kids can win awesome prizes by filling out this special online survey. All you have to do is help name Tūranga’s intergalactic Bookbots.
Kids can win awesome prizes by filling out this special online survey. All you have to do is help name Tūranga’s intergalactic Bookbots.
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Dr Seuss Creation - A Family Challenge Dr Seuss Creation - A Family Challenge

By Donna R
We are running an exciting competition during June and July. Express your creativity and be in to win a family pass to The Cat in the Hat.
We are running an exciting competition during June and July. Express your creativity and be in to win a family pass to The Cat in the Hat.
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Harry Potter's Birthday Celebrations Harry Potter's Birthday Celebrations

By Pruccl
Celebrate on Tuesday 31 July at Parklands Library and Fendalton Library (and a bit earlier on Friday 13 July at Shirley Library).
Celebrate on Tuesday 31 July at Parklands Library and Fendalton Library (and a bit earlier on Friday 13 July at Shirley Library).
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KidsFest 2018 KidsFest 2018

By Donna R
KidsFest gives school holiday fun for Christchurch & Canterbury kids. It runs from 7 to 21 July. It is popular - book your tickets now!
KidsFest gives school holiday fun for Christchurch & Canterbury kids. It runs from 7 to 21 July. It is popular - book your tickets now!
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WORD Christchurch 2018: Spoilt for…

19/07/2018

Of humans and gods elemental

19/07/2018

When the man you love lives in a…

19/07/2018

WORD things to get excited about:…

19/07/2018

The world of WORD: Dan's picks of…

18/07/2018

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uncover - huraina uncover - huraina

The latest copy of the free library magazine uncover - huraina is online. Paper copies are in libraries.
The latest copy of the free library magazine uncover - huraina is online. Paper copies are in libraries.
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KidsFest 2018 KidsFest 2018

By Donna R
KidsFest gives school holiday fun for Christchurch & Canterbury kids. It runs from 7 to 21 July. It is popular - book your tickets now!
KidsFest gives school holiday fun for Christchurch & Canterbury kids. It runs from 7 to 21 July. It is popular - book your tickets now!
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Babytimes/Wā Pēpi Babytimes/Wā Pēpi

Multiple libraries
Encourage learning through language. Babytimes is an interactive programme including rhymes, songs, stories and play!
Encourage learning through language. Babytimes is an interactive programme including rhymes, songs, stories and play!
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The 2018 FIFA World Cup is Here! The 2018 FIFA World Cup is Here!

By Markbccl
The biggest sporting event on the planet is here: the FIFA World Cup. Find out more, and explore our football resources.
The biggest sporting event on the planet is here: the FIFA World Cup. Find out more, and explore our football resources.
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Knit 'n' Yarn Knit 'n' Yarn

Multiple libraries
Find a knit 'n' yarn session at a library near you. Bring your knitting, crochet or other portable craft project.
Find a knit 'n' yarn session at a library near you. Bring your knitting, crochet or other portable craft project.
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Māori

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Heke-Nuku-Mai-Nga-Iwi Busby: Now a Sir Heke-Nuku-Mai-Nga-Iwi Busby: Now a Sir

By Cclstaff
Heke-Nuku-Mai-Nga-Iwi Busby was given a knighthood in the Queen’s Birthday Honours. Jan-Hai talks about meeting him, and his inspiring life.
Heke-Nuku-Mai-Nga-Iwi Busby was given a knighthood in the Queen’s Birthday Honours. Jan-Hai talks about meeting him, and his inspiring life.
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New view for tukutuku New view for tukutuku

By Moata
Ten library tukutuku panels that were created as part of a community art project are now on display at Christchurch Art Gallery.
Ten library tukutuku panels that were created as part of a community art project are now on display at Christchurch Art Gallery.
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Kōmako: Reclaiming Māori literature Kōmako: Reclaiming Māori literature

By Jemmawiki
Our Pou Kohikohinga Māori talks about a new online tool that makes finding work by Māori writers easier, and shares her favourite reads.
Our Pou Kohikohinga Māori talks about a new online tool that makes finding work by Māori writers easier, and shares her favourite reads.
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Tī Kōuka Whenua Tī Kōuka Whenua

Explore the vibrant past of Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region that extends back many hundreds of years before 1850.
Explore the vibrant past of Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region that extends back many hundreds of years before 1850.
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Community

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Loft Shots - Citizen's Advice Bureau Loft Shots - Citizen's Advice Bureau

Jul 25th | 11:00am - 11:30am
Linwood Library
Linwood Library hosts monthly talks for 20 minutes, from an organisation located nearby at The Loft, Eastgate Mall.
Linwood Library hosts monthly talks for 20 minutes, from an organisation located nearby at The Loft, Eastgate Mall.
News

Extended weekend hours for Sumner Extended weekend hours for Sumner

From September, Matuku Takotako Sumner Centre will be open Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 4pm
From September, Matuku Takotako Sumner Centre will be open Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 4pm
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Podcast - Homelessness Podcast - Homelessness

By Cclstaff
Christchurch City Libraries blog hosts a series of regular podcasts from specialist human rights radio show Speak up - Kōrerotia.
Christchurch City Libraries blog hosts a series of regular podcasts from specialist human rights radio show Speak up - Kōrerotia.
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Spark Jump Spark Jump

Spark Jump is designed to get families in low-income communities with the care of children (0 to 18) online. Find out if you are eligible.
Spark Jump is designed to get families in low-income communities with the care of children (0 to 18) online. Find out if you are eligible.
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Justices of the Peace (JPs) Justices of the Peace (JPs)

Justices of the Peace are in regular attendance at some of our libraries. Find out more about JPs, what they do, and where to find them.
Justices of the Peace are in regular attendance at some of our libraries. Find out more about JPs, what they do, and where to find them.
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Local History

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Los Angeles, North West Corner Los Angeles, North West Corner

By Simonccl
Los Angeles is a bungalow at 110 Fendalton Road built in 1909. An image from Kete Christchurch.
Los Angeles is a bungalow at 110 Fendalton Road built in 1909. An image from Kete Christchurch.
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St. Mary's Bridle Path Road, Heathcote St. Mary's Bridle Path Road, Heathcote

By Simonccl
A view of St. Mary's church and the Bridle Path Road, Heathcote on a snowy winter's day. An image from our Digital Collection.
A view of St. Mary's church and the Bridle Path Road, Heathcote on a snowy winter's day. An image from our Digital Collection.
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A luncheon interval on Mt Sebastopol A luncheon interval on Mt Sebastopol

By Simonccl
A luncheon interval on Mt Sebastopol while on a ski trip at Mount Cook National Park: Picturing Canterbury
A luncheon interval on Mt Sebastopol while on a ski trip at Mount Cook National Park: Picturing Canterbury
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Family history guide Family history guide

Whether you're just beginning to look into the history of your family or a seasoned researcher we have a wealth of resources that can help.
Whether you're just beginning to look into the history of your family or a seasoned researcher we have a wealth of resources that can help.
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Musical Architecture of Band Rotundas Musical Architecture of Band Rotundas

By Sarahdcl
Band rotundas were built in many public spaces across the city to create permanent outdoor locations for the bands to play in.
Band rotundas were built in many public spaces across the city to create permanent outdoor locations for the bands to play in.
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