News & Events
REGULAR EVENTS
Book-A-Librarian | By appointment (during open hours and on weekdays only) |
Book a free 30 minute appointment with one of our friendly librarians for help with topics such as: basic computer skills; smartphones and devices; job searching, updating your CV or navigating government websites; downloading eBooks, eAudiobooks and library apps; emails; and family history research. To make an appointment, visit us at the Library or contact us via phone or email. | |
Justices of the Peace | Tuesdays, 1pm to 3pm |
The West Coast Justices of the Peace will run a service desk in the West Coast Room of the Library for members of the public who need their services. No appointment necessary - just pop in with your paperwork! | |
Reading with Mrs Higgins | Tuesdays, 3pm to 4pm |
Mrs Higgins who comes to the Library on Tuesday afternoons with her owner Katie Shannon, and is available for children to read aloud to her. Research has shown that children can increase in reading confidence when reading aloud to a dog - the dog doesn't put any pressure on the reader and creates a non-judgmental audience "dogs listen attentively, do not laugh, judge or criticise (and) allow children to proceed at their own pace". | |
Storytime | Thursdays, 10am to 10.30am (during term time) |
A relaxed and fun session of stories, rhymes, songs, and dancing for pre-schoolers. All welcome. |
SPECIAL EVENTS
Author's talk: Victoria Bruce
Wednesday 27th of March, 5.30pm-6.30pm. For all ages.
In 2021, Victoria Bruce quit her busy corporate job and set out on the 3,000km Te Araroa trail with her seven year old daughter Emilie at her side.
A keen tramper, Victoria was also reckoning with a recent diagnosis of complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and teetering on the edge of burnout.
Her new book, called Adventures with Emilie, is a story about the healing power of nature, our wonderous unique environment, the deep bond between mother and daughter, and survival – both in the wilderness and in life itself.
Booking: Not required. Kai provided.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Please check back later for holiday events.