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Big Bargain Book Sale - 20 and 21 March 2026
Bag a bargain! Our much-loved book sale is on Friday 20 March 9am to 7pm, and Saturday 21 March 9am to 4pm at Pioneer Rec and Sport Centre.
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Lunar New Year 2026
Celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse! Events at libraries take place from 14 to 28 February 2026.
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What's on
Our Autumn brochure is out now, read it online or pick up a copy at the library. Find out about the fun and learning happening in libraries.
Seaweek 2026
Come along to Tūranga for an Ocean Immersive Experience, to New Brighton for a beach cleanup and more. 28 February to 8 March.
Kura Takiura: Learning at Christchurch City Libraries
Our programmes for ākonga from Years 0 to 13 bring literacy-based experiences to life through creativity and exploration.
Library Newsletters
We'd love to tell you about new books and resources, cool events, & services you can use. Subscribe now for subject-specific newsletters!
What's on
Our Autumn brochure is out now, read it online or pick up a copy at the library. Find out about the fun and learning happening in libraries.
Seaweek 2026
Come along to Tūranga for an Ocean Immersive Experience, to New Brighton for a beach cleanup and more. 28 February to 8 March.
Kura Takiura: Learning at Christchurch City Libraries
Our programmes for ākonga from Years 0 to 13 bring literacy-based experiences to life through creativity and exploration.
Library Newsletters
We'd love to tell you about new books and resources, cool events, & services you can use. Subscribe now for subject-specific newsletters!
Featured
Kura Takiura: Learning at Christchurch City Libraries
Our programmes for ākonga from Years 0 to 13 bring literacy-based experiences to life through creativity and exploration.
eResources
eResources
I want to learn: eResources for learners
Explore eResources for learners. Use LinkedIn Learning for Libraries, Mango Languages, and more for free with your library membership.
The uLibrary app has been updated
Jan 30, 2026
Check the APP Store or Google Play to make sure you have the latest version of the uLibrary app.
Listen to We all live here on BorrowBox
Jojo Moyes latest novel We all live here is available to listen to now on BorrowBox. No waitlists.
I want to learn: eResources for learners
Explore eResources for learners. Use LinkedIn Learning for Libraries, Mango Languages, and more for free with your library membership.
The uLibrary app has been updated
Jan 30, 2026
Check the APP Store or Google Play to make sure you have the latest version of the uLibrary app.
Listen to We all live here on BorrowBox
Jojo Moyes latest novel We all live here is available to listen to now on BorrowBox. No waitlists.
Featured
I want to learn: eResources for learners
Explore eResources for learners. Use LinkedIn Learning for Libraries, Mango Languages, and more for free with your library membership.
For Readers
For Readers
New For You - March 2026
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
New this week
Every week we publish just ordered, new fiction, and new non-fiction lists. Find out the newest titles added to the library collection.
Popular science reading guide
Popular science takes science and makes it engaging and interesting to read. We recommend some great popular science titles and authors.
Library Newsletters
We'd love to tell you about new books and resources, cool events, & services you can use. Subscribe now for subject-specific newsletters!
New For You - March 2026
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
New this week
Every week we publish just ordered, new fiction, and new non-fiction lists. Find out the newest titles added to the library collection.
Popular science reading guide
Popular science takes science and makes it engaging and interesting to read. We recommend some great popular science titles and authors.
Library Newsletters
We'd love to tell you about new books and resources, cool events, & services you can use. Subscribe now for subject-specific newsletters!
New For You
New For You - March 2026
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
New titles
New titles
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Kia ora and welcome to Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi - join online now.
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Our Insect Neighbours Opening and Panel Discussion
Mar 20th | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Celebrate the opening of Tūranga's new exhibition Our Insect Neighbours: A closer look at their hidden world with special guests.
Pride on Screen
Mar 16th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Christchurch City Libraries and Day One Hāpai te Haeata are proud to present seven short films by local LGBTQIA+ filmmakers. For ages 16+.
Asomdwe ne Komm Wā whakatā FingerTip Faves: Feburary 2026
The Fingertip Team share their favourites from February.
Readers and Writers Akaroa Festival - RAWA: 6-8 March 2026
A list of the star-studded who's who at the RAWA Festival, Akaroa, featuring both adult and children's authors and a Booker Prize winner.
Our Insect Neighbours Opening and Panel Discussion
Mar 20th | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Celebrate the opening of Tūranga's new exhibition Our Insect Neighbours: A closer look at their hidden world with special guests.
Pride on Screen
Mar 16th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Christchurch City Libraries and Day One Hāpai te Haeata are proud to present seven short films by local LGBTQIA+ filmmakers. For ages 16+.
Asomdwe ne Komm Wā whakatā FingerTip Faves: Feburary 2026
The Fingertip Team share their favourites from February.
Readers and Writers Akaroa Festival - RAWA: 6-8 March 2026
A list of the star-studded who's who at the RAWA Festival, Akaroa, featuring both adult and children's authors and a Booker Prize winner.
Explore
Our Insect Neighbours Opening and Panel Discussion
Mar 20th | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Celebrate the opening of Tūranga's new exhibition Our Insect Neighbours: A closer look at their hidden world with special guests.