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Friends of the Library Book Sale

Don't miss out on the first book sale of 2024, brought to you by Friends of the Library. Mark your calendars and join us at Central Library for this exciting event on 22 and 23 March!

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Introducing the Memory Care Collection

This month we're launching Poipoi Mahara - Memory Care Collection to support carers and persons experiencing cognitive decline, most commonly known as dementia.

More information about Memory Care Collection

New Exhibition: Transport in Hamilton

Our newest exhibition is now on display on Level 3 of Central Library. Come and learn about the history of transport in Hamilton from the river, to walking tracks, trains, buses, and motorcars.

Exhibition information

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Book Sale

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Friday 22 March - Saturday 23 March

Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa

Don't miss out on the first book sale of 2024, brought to you by Friends of the Library!

More information on the Book Sale
Cyber Safety

Cyber Awareness Adventure - From Awareness to Behavioural Change

Saturday 23 March

Te Kete Aronui - Rototuna Library

In this session, learn how to empower your children's safety online against cyber threats.

More information on Cyber Awareness Adventure
Easter Movie Night

Easter Movie Night

Thursday 28 March

Chartwell Library

Join us at Chartwell Library for an Easter movie night - popcorn provided!

Easter Movie information
Board Game tokens

Fun and Games

Every Monday

Hillcrest Library

Come and play games at Hillcrest Library! We have all sorts of games: card games, board games, dice games, sneaky games, tricky games, and laugh-out-loud games!

Fun and Games dates and times
knitting

Yarn 'n' Yack

Tuesdays from 5 March

Hillcrest Library

Join us for a cozy crafternoon! Bring your knitting, crochet or stitching project, and enjoy the company of fellow craft enthusiasts. Share skills, ideas and make new friends over a cuppa. All are welcome to this free event.

Yarn 'n' Yack dates and times
Mandarin Storytime

Mandarin Storytelling

Monthly, starting Sunday 18 February

Alternates between Chartwell Library and Te Kete Aronui

A free Mandarin-language storytelling and activity session for children of all ages and their families.

Mandarin Storytelling dates and locations
Art Club v2

Art Club

Thursdays at Central Library, starting 8 February

Tuesdays online, starting 13 February

Term 1 registrations open now!
Are you interested in learning the basics of acrylic drawing, from proportions to composition? Do you love to learn new skills and have fun? Join our Art Club and create your own piece of art!

Art Club information and registration