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Waikato District Council - Te Kaunihera aa Takiwaa o Waikato

There’s loads of exciting things happening at our libraries! Check out this list of events and activities happening in our spaces.

Upcoming events

  • Kids aged 0 – 5 can join us to play with LEGO DUPLO! DUPLO blocks are large, colourful building blocks designed for younger children.

    As well as being great fun, DUPLO teaches problem-solving skills, creativity, teamwork, and helps to develop fine motor skills.

    Come and join in on the fun, no booking required. Children must be supervised

  • Connect with your friends and work together to solve puzzles and get to the next level! Or battle it out, using your skills to get to the top of the leaderboard!

    • Connect with friends
    • Work together
    • Use problem solving skills
    • Follow instructions
    • Have fun!
    • Gaming on Xbox Series X and Xbox 360
    • For children 8+

    Video Games Clubs runs every Thursday (during school term) at our Tuakau Library, 3-4.30pm

  • Toddler time is an interactive programme with stories and crafts, and sometimes music as well. No need to book, just come along!

    Toddler Time at our Meremere Library runs weekly on Mondays and Fridays, 10.30-11.30am

  • Toddler time is an interactive programme with stories and crafts, and sometimes music as well. No need to book, just come along!

    Toddler Time at our Meremere Library runs weekly on Mondays and Fridays, 10.30-11.30am

  • Create and decorate a snow-themed bookmark with felts/colouring pencils/stickers for as a gift for a loved one or for personal use. All ages welcome.

  • Come and explore the Star Wars universe with us. Fun crafts, games and spot prizes every day.

  • Find the TEN hidden pictures around Raglan Library these school holidays!

  • Come and explore the Star Wars universe with us. Fun crafts, games and spot prizes every day.

  • This is a self-lead programme for Whaanau to engage with the community and our library resources books, games, toys, puzzles, etc, to socialise & engage with others in our library space.

    The intention is for this to be an unstructured time to have fun in the library with whaanau and meet others in the community. The resources we have are available anytime and we will encourage participants to ask staff when they want to use them.

  • Want to share your favourite reads with fellow book lovers over a cup of coffee?

    Book chat is a monthly get together for people who love reading and are keen to hear about new great reads.  

    There is no need to register. Just turn-up to one of the monthly sessions.

    Book Chat at our Huntly Library runs on the first Tuesday of each month (except January) at 10am.

    Contact: Denise at Huntly library.

  • Join the Knitting Adventure with Linda!

    Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of knitting with our fun-filled workshop led by the amazing Linda! Whether you're a beginner or have a bit of experience, this is your chance to craft something unique and fabulous.

    Age 8 & Up: Perfect for kids, teens, and anyone young at heart who loves to create.

  • This is a self-lead programme for Whaanau to engage with the community and our library resources books, games, toys, puzzles, etc, to socialise & engage with others in our library space.

    The intention is for this to be an unstructured time to have fun in the library with whaanau and meet others in the community. The resources we have are available anytime and we will encourage participants to ask staff when they want to use them.

  • Get your creativity and innovation caps on, and join us for fun, free LEGO Club sessions these school holidays!

    All ages welcome, DUPLO available for younger children.

  • Aged between 7 - 12-years-old, enjoy reading and hearing about the greatest new books? Love crafts, activities and games? Want to win prizes?

    Come to our monthly SKOOB sessions and do all of this, grab a snack and drink and get early access to the latest new books before anyone else.

    We’ve also got awesome spot prizes for kids who do their best and complete the most activities.

    SKOOB at our Huntly Library runs on the first Tuesday of every month, 3.30-4.30pm.

  • - Unleash your creativity and give your cupcake a dazzling makeover! Deck it out with your favourite toppings and make it a masterpiece of deliciousness!

  • See the cool kits we have available and try them out

    Suitable for all age groups and parents too.

  • Want to share your favourite reads with fellow book lovers over a cup of coffee?

    Book chat is a monthly get together for people who love reading and are keen to hear about new great reads.  

    There is no need to register. Just turn-up to one of the monthly sessions.

    Book Chat at our Ngaaruawaahia Library runs on the first Wednesday of each month (except January) at 10.30am.

    Contact: Cheryl at  Ngaaruawaahia library.

  • Create your very own scrunchie hair tie!

    Come along and choose from a variety of material, all recycled and donated, all free of charge!

  • Get your creativity and innovation caps on, and join us for fun, free LEGO Club sessions these school holidays!

    All ages welcome, DUPLO available for younger children.

  • Come and explore the Star Wars universe with us. Fun crafts, games and spot prizes every day.

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