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REGULAR EVENTS

Book-A-LibrarianBy 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 HigginsTuesdays, 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".
StorytimeThursdays, 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

Check back later for special events.

HOLIDAY EVENTS



CHILDREN ACTIVITIES



Pukeko Nest

When: Tuesday 1/10/24, 10am-11am.
What: Come along for this gluing, hole-punching and cutting craft activity.
Age range: Up to 12 years old.
Admission cost: Free.
Parent supervision: Required for children under the age of 7.
Bring: All materials provided.

Bird Calls Trivia

When: 2/10/24, 3pm-4pm.
What: How many bird calls do you know or can you guess? Show off your knowledge (or great guesswork!). Try it by yourself or with family and friends!
Age range: All ages.

Lego Day

When: 4/10/24, 11am-1pm.
What: Baby birds can be seen all around. Create a new species of bird and be in to win a prize!
Age range: All ages.
Admission cost: Free.
Parent supervision: Required for children under the age of 7.
Bring: All materials provided.

Human Battleship

When: 7/10/24, 1pm-3pm.
What: Think you have what it takes to survive our ultimate human battleship tournament? If so, come along to our super fun and friendly event and give it a go!
Age range: 5-12years old.
Admission cost: Free.
Parent supervision: Required for children under the age of 7.
Bring: All materials provided.

Deano Yipadee

When: Wednesday 9/10/24, 1.45pm-2.45pm.
What: Deano is back at the Grey District Library and we couldn't be more excited! Best-selling Author, Musician and Performer Deano Yipadee will have your child in stitches as they read, sing, laugh and bounce along with his collection of chart-topping Scholastic books and songs. Join Nee Naw The Little Fire Engine, Stink-o-saurus, the brand new book, Granny’s Undies, and many more as Deano takes you on an hilarious comedy live-music adventure.

Guess What? Gallery

When: 28/09/24 to 12/10/24, 12.30pm.
What: Can you guess which egg belongs to each animal?
Age range: Up to 12 years old. Legal guardian must be present to sign the form.

Junior Bird Mask Making Competition

When: 28/09/24 to 12/10/24, 12.30pm.
What: Mask sheet can be picked up from the Library.
Age range: Two age categories: under 7;
8-11.
Use one of the templates to create your unique mask representing a New Zealand bird and be in to win!



YOUNG ADULT ACTIVITIES



Bird Calls Trivia

When: 2/10/24, 3pm-4pm.
What: How many bird calls do you know or can you guess? Show off your knowledge (or great guesswork!). Try it by yourself or with family and friends!
Age range: All ages.

Comic Strip

When: 3/10/24, 11am-2pm.
What: An opportunity to use the Library resources to create your one-page comic strip for the competition and exchange ideas with other participants as well as sharing snacks (drop-in session).
Age range: 12-18 years old.
Bring: The comic strip you are working on or start from scratch!

Jigsaws and Boardgames

When: 9/10/24, 4pm-6pm.
What: From traditional Jenga to the recent Happy Salmon, join us for an afternoon of fun, strategy, and laughs! You can also try to complete one of the jigsaws in two hours, in solo or in team!
Age range: 12-18 years old.
Bring: You can bring your own games/jigsaws or use ours! Your choice!

Craft Day

When: 10/10/24, 2pm-4pm.
What: The Library has some unused craft resources. This is your opportunity to use them and create what you want!
Age range: 12-18 years old.
Bring: Your latest craft project to complete or just start one!

Tiny Art

When: 11/10/24, 2pm-4pm.
What: Come along to this activity to create a picture of a new species of birds!
You can paint, glue, colour in… Up to you!
Age range: 12-18 years old.
Bring: All material provided.

Comic Strip Competition

When: 28/09/24 to 12/10/24, 12.30pm.
What: Come to the event on Thursday 3/10/24 or get a sheet from the Library to enter the competition and win a prize!
Age range: 12-18 years old.

Young Adult Bird Mask-Making Competition

When: 28/09/24 to 12/10/24, 12.30pm.
What: Mask sheet can be picked up from the Library. Create your unique mask representing a New Zealand bird and be in to win!
Age range: 12-18 years old.

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