School Holidays at the Library – Week One

The July School Holidays are here, and we’ve got loads on to keep tamariki busy. Here’s what we’ve got for Week One (13 – 15 July).

Wednesday, 13 July 2022, while stocks last

Matariki Grab and Go Activity Pack

A grab and go pack on the stars Tupuārangi & Tupuānuku.

Find out more about our Matariki Grab & Go packs

Wednesday, 13 July 2022, 11:00am – 12:00pm

Dingleberry the Clown @ Roslyn Library

Come listen to Dingleberry read some of his favourites, your favourites, and help him tell them!

Find out more about Dingleberry the Clown @ Roslyn Library

Wednesday, 13 July 2022, 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Cook Island Dance Class @ Te Pātikitiki Library

Come along to learn how to dance Cook Island style!

Find out more about Cook Island Dance Class @ Te Patikitiki Library

Wednesday 13 July, 3:30 – 4:30pm

LEGO Club @ Te Pātikitiki

Come along and build with LEGO! All ages welcome.

Find out more about LEGO Club @ Te Pātikitiki

Thursday 14 July 2022, 10:00am – 11:00am

Art Time for Whanau @ Te Pātikitiki Library

Come in for a relaxing morning of colouring/doodling. No artistic talent needed!

Find out more about Art Time for Whanau @ Te Pātikitiki Library

Thursday 14 July 2022, 10:30am – 11:30am

Perfect Picture Book Party @ Central Library

Dress up is welcome!

Find out more about Perfect Picture Book Party @ CENTRAL

Thursday, 14 July 2022, 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Robotic workshop @ Te Pātikitiki Library

An introductory session aimed at Primary school aged children and families. Parents are welcome to join in!

Find out more about Robotic workshop @ Te Pātikitiki Library

Friday, 15 July 2022, while stocks last

Matariki Grab and Go Activity Pack

A grab and go pack on the stars Waitā, Waitī and Waipuna-ā-rangi.

Find out more about our Matariki Grab & Go packs

Friday, 15 July 2022, 10:00am – 11:30am

Pet Toy Craft @ Awapuni Library

Make a paw-fect toy for your furry friend!

Find out more about Pet Toy Craft @ Awapuni Library

Friday, 15 July 2022, 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Canine Friends Pet Therapy @ Awapuni Library

Come and say hello to our dog pals from Canine Friends Pet Therapy!

Find out more about Canine Friends Pet Therapy @ Awapuni Library

As well as daily activities, we’ve got a new reading challenge to take on:

Palmy Kids Read NZ’s Best Reading Challenge

8 July – 10 August

Help Celebrate the New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults, as a lead up to the winners announcement on August 10, 2022. Read from the shortlist of finalist books or choose some of your favourite reads.

Find out more about the Palmy Kids Read NZ’s Best Reading Challenge.