Get Read-y for Summer with Hamilton City Libraries’ Boot Book Camp!
Ready to turn your reading game into a full-body workout and get lit(erary) fit? Join the Summer Book Camp for teens and adults, where the only things getting ripped are your reading goals! Whether you're a dedicated bookworm or a casual page-turner, our Summer Book Camp is your ticket to a fun, well-read summer. No sweat, just stories!
How does it work?
Starting Monday 15 December, you can pick up a Summer Book Camp challenge card from any of our libraries. When you register, you will automatically enter a draw for a chance to win our fabulous main prize!
Your card will have nine literary challenges for you to tackle. We have compiled a list of books to help you get started with these challenges. Simply borrow and read the books that fit each challenge, and make sure to record the title and author of each book.
Don’t forget to collect stamps for joining our awesome events and workshops! Plus, if you attend three or more events, you’ll have the chance to win a bonus prize in another draw.
Please see the terms and conditions for participating in our Reading Programmes.
Events and Workshops
Events for Teens
Garden Story Trail (for all ages)
Monday 15 December - Thursday 22 January
During opening hours
Hillcrest Library at Hamilton Gardens
More information
Art Class - Landscapes (ages 14+)
Thursday 8 January
Te Kete Rototuna Library
Registration required
Art Class - Seascape (ages 14+)
Thursday 15 January 10am - 11am
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library
Registration required
Summer Crochet Workshop (3 sessions - ages 14-18 only)
Fridays starting 9 January
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library
Registration required
Events for Adults
Art Class - Landscapes
Thursday 8 January
Te Kete Rototuna Library
Registration required
From Seed to Sprout
Wednesday 14 January 10.30am - 12pm
St Andrews Library
Registration required
Art Class - Still Life
Thursday 15 January 10am - 11am
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library
Registration required
Art Class - Seascape
Thursday 15 January 10am - 11am
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library
Registration required
Book Recommendations
Prizes
We have Whitcoulls vouchers as weekly spot prizes, so you can buy your favourite books or stationery! Win fantastic board games as main prizes and elevate your game night to a whole new level of excitement and fun!
Lift off with Hamilton City Libraries!
This summer, kids aged 0-12 will embark on a journey across beautiful Kirikiriroa Hamilton. Participants will "fly" their very own hot-air balloons across a fabulous reading map, completing thrilling reading challenges and activities that turn each book into a new destination.