Speakers and talks
Find out about speakers and author talks at libraries.
WORD Christchurch Festival 2026
The programme is out! WORD Christchurch Festival is on from 1 to 6 September 2026. Read all about events, writers, and get librarian picks!
Sporty Reading: A Sports Biography Book Club
Aug 25th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
A book club for people who enjoy reading sports biographies. This book club has a guest speaker: Antony Bush, author of "The Back Fix".
Behind the Curtain: Costume Design FULLY BOOKED
Aug 25th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
A conversation with Deborah Moor, Costume Designer for the Court Theatre's 2026 production of The Importance of Being Earnest.
Heritage Highlights: Preserving Heritage Places
Aug 26th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Heritage Advisor Frank van der Heijden will speak on how the Department of Conservation manages and cares for key cultural heritage sites.
WORD Christchurch Festival 2026
The programme is out! WORD Christchurch Festival is on from 1 to 6 September 2026. Read all about events, writers, and get librarian picks!
Sporty Reading: A Sports Biography Book Club
Aug 25th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
A book club for people who enjoy reading sports biographies. This book club has a guest speaker: Antony Bush, author of "The Back Fix".
Behind the Curtain: Costume Design FULLY BOOKED
Aug 25th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
A conversation with Deborah Moor, Costume Designer for the Court Theatre's 2026 production of The Importance of Being Earnest.
Heritage Highlights: Preserving Heritage Places
Aug 26th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Heritage Advisor Frank van der Heijden will speak on how the Department of Conservation manages and cares for key cultural heritage sites.
Events
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What's on
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