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The library subscribes to eResources so that you can access them for free. All you need is your library card number and password / PIN.
Let's get busy - Busy Things
Keep kids busy with Busy Things is quirky, fun and educational, and there is something for ages 3-11, maths, music, art and more.
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Tamariki - Kids
School holidays July 2020
KidsFest events are mostly booked, but there are drop-in events and activities at libraries for tamariki this July.
Rangatahi - Teens
Anti-Racist Non-fiction for Teens
Read some practical, eye-opening non-fiction books about racism, injustice, and how you can fight for an actively anti-racist world.
Local history
The Samuel Anstey Collection - Canterbury Stories
Images of the early 1900s from the Samuel Anstey collection are now in focus on digital heritage site Canterbury Stories.
Te Ao Māori
Matariki 2020: Crafts, stories, and more
This year, to help everyone prepare for their Matariki celebrations we've created digital storytimes, make sheets, and craft resources.
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Tamariki - Kids
School holidays July 2020
KidsFest events are mostly booked, but there are drop-in events and activities at libraries for tamariki this July.
Rangatahi - Teens
Anti-Racist Non-fiction for Teens
Read some practical, eye-opening non-fiction books about racism, injustice, and how you can fight for an actively anti-racist world.
Local history
The Samuel Anstey Collection - Canterbury Stories
Images of the early 1900s from the Samuel Anstey collection are now in focus on digital heritage site Canterbury Stories.
Te Ao Māori
Matariki 2020: Crafts, stories, and more
This year, to help everyone prepare for their Matariki celebrations we've created digital storytimes, make sheets, and craft resources.
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Recommended
Explore our recommended reading in fiction and non-fiction: literary prizes, WORD Christchurch literary events, new titles, booklists, and more.
Featured: Science fiction
Science fiction reading guide
Gazing toward the stars? If you like stories set on alien worlds, inter-species politics, and space travel try our science fiction guide.
New Titles
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New titles in different categories
Hot topics
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Ancestry Library Edition
Free remotely until 31 July. Trace your family history. Includes records from U.S., U.K., Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.
Justices of the Peace (JPs)
Our regular JP clinics at libraries are back!
Careers
Practical information to help you find a career, find out about training and discover where to look for jobs.
After school clubs & programmes
Join us for after school clubs & programmes. Some sessions are free & no bookings required; others have a cost attached & require bookings.
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