Library events

Fun activities for all ages including sensory toys, DUPLO, puzzles and boardgames.

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.

Learn to crochet with Linda at the Ngaaruawaahia Library!

Learn how to read a pattern, abbreviations and how to make a square. Bring a note pad and pen, we'll supply the rest.

The Crochet Club runs every Wednesday from our Ngaaruawaahia Library (during school term), 1.30pm – 2.30pm.

Dive into immersive virtual reality adventures that ignite creativity, curiosity, and fun - no experience required!

For ages 10 and up.

Ask your parent or guardian to book your session today.

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

Unleash your creativity, one craft at a time! Join our weekly kids arts and crafts session to explore, create, and have fun!

Ideal for 5-12 year olds.

Bring your creativity, we will supply the rest!

Share a story and explore it further with a hands-on craft.

A great way to build early literacy and creativity.

Come and join in the fun at our awesome LEGO club!

At our LEGO Club sessions children will be given a theme to build their creation – imagination and open-ended play improves literacy and language skills and aids a child’s development.

Suitable for primary aged children – we also have DUPLO available for smaller kids.

No sign up required, just turn up on the day!

Rules of LEGO Club

• Respect the space
• Respect others
• Respect yourself
• Respect the Lego

Come and join in the fun at our awesome LEGO club.

At our LEGO Club sessions children will be given a theme to build their creation – imagination and open-ended play improves literacy and language skills and aids a child’s development.

LEGO club is suitable for primary aged children – we also have DUPLO available for smaller kids.

No sign up required, just turn up on the day!

Rules of LEGO Club

• Respect the space
• Respect others
• Respect yourself
• Respect the Lego

Come and join in the fun at our awesome LEGO club.

At our LEGO Club sessions children will be given a theme to build their creation – imagination and open-ended play improves literacy and language skills and aids a child’s development.

This is suitable for primary aged children – we also have DUPLO available for smaller kids.

No sign up required, just turn up on the day!

Rules of LEGO Club

• Respect the space
• Respect others
• Respect yourself
• Respect the Lego

Share a story and explore it further with a hands-on craft.

A great way to build early literacy and creativity.

Calling all book lovers! Bring your favourite reads and your love of coffee to Book Chat - a fun, informal gathering where readers share top picks and discover exciting new books.

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.

Are you 7–12 years old and love discovering amazing new books? Enjoy crafts, activities, and games?

Join our monthly SKOOB sessions! Have fun with hands-on activities, enjoy a snack and a drink, and get exclusive early access to the newest books before anyone else.

Come along to the Huntly Library and learn how to play chess!

This beginner‑friendly class is open to everyone - no experience needed.

Give it a go and see what you think!

Love books? Join us for a relaxed book chat at the library.

Share what you’ve been reading, discover new titles, and enjoy a friendly conversation with other readers.

No pressure - just books and good chat.

Contact: Cheryl at  Ngaaruawaahia library.

Learn to crochet with Linda at the Ngaaruawaahia Library!

Learn how to read a pattern, abbreviations and how to make a square. Bring a note pad and pen, we'll supply the rest.

The Crochet Club runs every Wednesday from our Ngaaruawaahia Library (during school term), 1.30pm – 2.30pm.

 

Come and join in the fun at our awesome LEGO club.

At our LEGO Club sessions children will be given a theme to build their creation – imagination and open-ended play improves literacy and language skills and aids a child’s development.

Suitable for primary aged children – we also have DUPLO available for smaller kids.

Rules of LEGO Club

• Respect the space
• Respect others
• Respect yourself
• Respect the Lego

No sign up required, just turn-up to one of the sessions!

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

Unleash your creativity, one craft at a time! Join our weekly kids arts and crafts session to explore, create, and have fun!

Ideal for 5-12 year olds.

Bring your creativity, we will supply the rest!

Share a story and explore it further with a hands-on craft.

A great way to build early literacy and creativity.