Peppa Pig Fun Day Out

Competition starts Monday 9 June

Last day to submit your entry: Sunday 6 July

Submit your entry to any of our library locations!

Colour in and be in the draw to win a Family Pass to Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out Live happening on Saturday 12 July at Claudelands Events Centre!

Matariki

Various dates in May and June

Various Libraries

There's something for everyone this Matariki! Join one of our workshops to learn about the stars, maramataka, koikoi or Maaori instruments. We have t-shirt printing for all ages and fun challenges for tamariki to make their own Maaori tools, or just have a run around with a game of Kii-o-rahi.

St John Community Education

Monday 30 June, Tuesday 1 July

Dinsdale, St Andrews and Central Library

St John are coming to the libraries these holidays to teach tamariki about wellbeing and how to respond to emergencies.

Reading Buddies

Tuesday 1 July

Te Kete Aronui - Rototuna Library

Does your child need some help with their reading? Are they new to reading in English or Te Reo Maaori? Let’s read to therapy dogs together to build their confidence!

Brain Play STEM workshops

Friday 4 July

Te Kete Aronui - Rototuna Library, Central Library and Glenview Community Centre

Try out STEM as a family! Stay as long or as little as you like - we recommend at least 15 minutes to get stuck into an activity.

Plastic Free July!

Various dates in July

Various Libraries

Check out these fun events all focused on reducing plastic use this July. Whether you're looking for engaging activities for kids over the holidays or some mindful and social crafting for adults, we've got you covered!

French Storytime

Saturday 19 July

Te Kete Aronui - Rototuna Library

Bienvenue à tous! (Welcome everyone!)
Join us for Histoires et Chansons (stories and songs), a bilingual storytime session for children aged 5 and under and their caregivers. This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes in both English and Français.

Sew Sessions

Various dates in July and August

Chartwell Library and Dinsdale Library

Learn sewing basics by making a fabric bookmark, scrunchie or party bunting. Complete beginners to sewing are very welcome.

Scotland's People

Tuesday 29 July

Te Kete Aronui - Rototuna Library

Join us for an engaging genealogy seminar where you’ll learn how to trace your Scottish ancestry using the official Scotland's People website.

Kids Ukulele Course

Fridays starting 18 July

Chartwell Library

Do you have a ukulele at home that is collecting dust? This 9-week course aims to teach primary-aged kids the foundations of playing the ukulele and music theory.

Hearing Health Check

Every third Wednesday of the month

Chartwell Library

Kent Spence, from Resonate Health, will be available to check the general health of your ears.

The Wellness Hour

Last Monday of the month

Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library

This is a FREE wellness class aiming to improve community health and well-being. Sessions are for adults of all fitness levels, especially those looking for a gentle introduction to exercise and wellness.

He Paataka Kaakano Seed Library

St Andrews Library

Free seeds for the community—take what you need and give what you can.