Upcoming Creativity events at all Libraries
Regular Creativity events
Meet the makers and fill your kete with art; while supporting Maaori and local artists from around Waikato!
Are you interested in learning the basics of drawing, from proportions to composition? Do you love to learn new skills and have fun? Then join our Art Club and create your own piece of art! Absolute beginners welcome! The Art Club sessions are held in CreatorSpace.
Suitable for adults.
The Cosplay Collaborative is a place where cosplayers of all levels can meet and learn more about cosplay or work on a project. This fortnightly workshop is a place where we will share our skills, such as sewing, 3D printing, foam work, and more. From concept to completion, you are welcome to work on a cosplay at any stage.
Suitable for adults and teens.
Are you 6 to 9 years old and interested in handicraft? Do you love bright colours and magic of creativity? Join our eight-week My Craft programme for kids and have fun making your crafts! All materials are provided.
Are you creative and interested in handicraft? Do you like to recycle and reuse materials? Do you want to know how to make handmade accessories which make your home cosy and atmospheric? Join our Home Décor Programme and create your unique home decorations!
Suitable for adults.
LEGO Club encourages children to learn while having fun! Creativity, problem solving, and teamwork are some of the skills that "playing" with LEGO can teach children.
Join us for an evening of creativity and camaraderie at Make and Mend, hosted by Waikato TimeBank. Gather your handcrafts, knitting needles, sewing kits, or projects that need attention. Whether you’re an experienced crafter or a novice exploring your creative side, come join us on the last Thursday of each month and enjoy making and mending with like-minded individuals.
Suitable for adults, teens, and older children.
Free origami workshop with a different theme each month! All welcome, no registration required.
Suitable for all ages.
If you share our passion for writing, you are welcome to meet with us fortnightly, share your work, receive feedback and support on our writing journeys.
Suitable for adults.
Are you 10 to 15 years old and interested in learning the basics of drawing, from proportions to composition? Do you love to gain new skills and have fun? Join our Young Artists programme held at CreatorSpace to create your own piece of art! Absolute beginners welcome!
Occasional Creativity Events
Auaha Workshops
Aside from regular programming, we often run various one-off workshops and courses in our makerspace. Past and planned programmes include Candle Camp, 3D Printing Basics, Podcast Recording, TronBots, Coding Classes, Watercolour Painting, and more! View our Event Calendar to see what's coming up.
If you're proud of a creative hobby or skillset you have, and want to share your passion with others through Auaha Makerspace, please get in touch with us!