Speakers and talks
Find out about speakers and author talks at libraries.
Dr Bethany Growns and the Sherlock Factor: Thurs 9 May
Cognitive scientist Dr Bethany Growns from the University of Canterbury will talk at Tūranga about crime-solving through forensic science.
Events
Author talk: Natalie Haynes
May 19th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Renowned author and classicist Natalie Haynes will discuss her recent work on the goddesses and women of Greek myth. Free, bookings required
What We Talk About When We Talk About Irish Literature
Monday 13 May, Tūranga will play host to Irish editor, essayist and now novelist Sinéad Gleeson, thanks to WORD Christchurch.
Café Scientifique: International Biodiversity Day
May 22nd | 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Celebrate International Biodiversity Day with an amazing line-up of guest speakers sponsored by the Royal Society of New Zealand.
Ageing Well and Vision Talk
May 4th | 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Leading doctors will discuss how preserving healthy vision is a crucial element in warding off dementia. Free, no bookings required.
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