Events

Library events

Storytimes, cultural celebrations, tech classes, book groups, exhibitions, author talks, hobbies, crafts, and more - discover programmes and events at libraries around the city.

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WHAIAO presents: Books of Mana - Panel Discussion

Aug 8th | 11:00am - 12:30pm
Jacinta Ruru, Angela Wanhalla & Jeanette Wikaira discuss ‘Books of Mana: 180 Māori Authored Books of Significance’. Free, bookings required

WHAIAO presents: Books of Mana - Panel Discussion

Aug 8th | 11:00am - 12:30pm
Jacinta Ruru, Angela Wanhalla & Jeanette Wikaira discuss ‘Books of Mana: 180 Māori Authored Books of Significance’. Free, bookings required

What's on

For kids

Find library events for kids including after school activities, crafts, and technology, as well as stories and fun for babies and preschoolers.

For kids

Wā Pēpi-Babytimes

Wā Pēpi-Babytimes - enjoy stories and rhymes for babies and under 2s at home.

Wā Kōrero-Storytimes

Enjoy Wā Kōrero-Storytimes at your library!

After School Activity Zones and Bookable Programmes

Join us for after school fun and learning. Join one of our Bookable Programmes or drop in to a free activity zone.

Everyday Heroes Storytimes

Nov 10th | 10:30am - 11:00am
Come to Everyday Heroes Storytimes and meet this month’s hero. Learn about what they do in their job and enjoy some stories and songs.

Did they really do that? Cantabrians' world record quests, part of a series

Cantabrians have always embraced a challenge. The 1970s & 1980s were peak decades for attempting to break a world record, any world record!

Behind the Curtain exhibition, part of a series

A stunning exhibition of the costumes, props and set from the Court Theatre’s recent production of The Importance of Being Earnest.

Strengthen Your Ties: Cook Islands Māori for Beginners

Aug 6th | 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for an evening session to learn, speak, and celebrate Cook Islands Māori with Jeannie Pera, host of PMN Cook Islands.

'Ei Katu Workshop

Aug 7th | 10:00am - 1:00pm
This ‘Epetoma o te reo Māori Kūki 'Airani - Cook Islands Māori Language Week make a vibrant 'ei katu, a traditional floral head garland.

JP Clinics

Justices of the Peace are available at set times at a number of our libraries around Christchurch. JPs can witness signatures, verify copies of documents, hear oaths, declarations and more. There is no charge for JP services.

Justice of the Peace clinics at libraries

Books and Authors

Love to talk books? Join one of the many book clubs or groups around the city. We also host occasional author talks and literary events.

Computers and Technology

Tech drop-in sessions, iPad training, 3D printing and more!

Featured technology events

Learning centre programmes

Library Learning Centre classes enable our communities to connect, learn and create. We provide individuals, groups and schools with access to and support of digital technologies - promoting lifelong learning with a focus on fun and creativity.

Find out more about Learning centre programmes for adults, teens and kids.

Hobbies, crafts and games

Come along to knit 'n' yarn sessions, card and board games, video-gaming or crafts sessions.

Displays and exhibitions

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Local and family history

Classes and sessions dedicated to local or family history.

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Local and Family history events

Te Ao Māori

WHAIAO exhibition, part of a series

Ki te Whaiao, Ki Te Ao Marama - a celebration of Mātauranga Māori and the Library's Ngā Pounamu Māori Collections.

WHAIAO presents: Books of Mana - Panel Discussion

Aug 8th | 11:00am - 12:30pm
Jacinta Ruru, Angela Wanhalla & Jeanette Wikaira discuss ‘Books of Mana: 180 Māori Authored Books of Significance’. Free, bookings required

Ngā Pakiwaitara - Bilingual Storytimes, part of a series

Nau mai hoki mai rā, join us every Tuesday between 10:30-11am for our Ngā Pakiwaitara, bilingual story times.

Speakers and talks

Find out about speakers and author talks at libraries.

Library Events Calendar

Check our online calendar to find out what's on at your local library - storytimes, book clubs, after school activities and more!

Celebrate!

Cultural celebrations, themed weeks, and notable events. Annual festivals, holidays, anniversaries, and special days of the year in Christchurch.

Upcoming celebrations

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