International Dog Day is a time to celebrate dogs of all shapes, sizes, and breeds. From the heroic police, rescue, and disability dogs, to the fluffy, affectionate pooches who make our lives and homes so much richer. There has been a significant canine in my life ever since I can remember. First there was Jessie…
A Kiwi among the ‘Meritorious for Polish Culture’
Helen reports back from a very special award ceremony honouring the work of Christchurch writer and storyteller, and descendant of Polish settlers, Margaret Copland.
The Love of Book Clubs
Christchurch City Libraries hosts a range of book clubs and reading groups - from Spanish Book Club, to Dewey Book Group. They are the ideal way to not only meet new people, but also share ideas, experiences, and a love for literature. The highlight of my month would have to be going along to the…
The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever
Helen discusses Kate Bush and Emily Brontë and the whimsical, worldwide event that celebrates them both - Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever.
Record Store Day delayed
Record Store Day has been postponed from 18 April until 20 June but Helen looks at what's so great about record stores and recommends online resources for music fans.
Join a book group… from your living room
Missing out on talking books? Join one of our online book groups running this month.
Create your own film festival with Kanopy and other platforms
We have some good news - you can still create your very own international film festival from home. Your library subscribes to some great streaming services, and our latest - Beamafilm - gives you unlimited access.
Academic eResources – Open 24/7
Christchurch City Libraries has a huge range of academic eResources for tertiary students, including articles, eBooks, videos, and newspapers.
Big Sister, Little Sister, Red Sister: Jung Chang – WORD Christchurch, Saturday 29 February 6pm
On Saturday 29 February, Christchurch audiences will be lucky enough to welcome back Jung Chang as she speaks at a WORD Christchurch event (book now!)
Why I Could not Read the Anne Frank Diary: guest post
Giorgio is a much valued and loved member of one of Tūranga’s ESOL bookgroups. Now eighty three years old, Giorgio moved to Christchurch from Italy in 2016. Below is his recollection of the Second World War as a young boy in Italy, inspired by one of our reads this year The Diary of Anne Frank. We are so honoured to share his story, and, like Giorgio, we hope it inspires others to share their stories too, and bear witness to tragedy.
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