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April–May 2021
What’s on in your library 1
2 What’s on in your library
Contents
All about whānau 01
Holiday fun 10
After school clubs 17
Youth programmes 22
Creative and connected 25
eKnow how 29
Authors and books 35
Heritage 39
christchurchcitylibraries.com
What’s on in your library 3
How to book: Unless otherwise stated, events are free, suitable for all ages and do not require bookings. When you do need to book a place, you can do this: Online: Find the event listing at christchurchcitylibraries.com Follow the instructions to book and (where applicable) pay online. In person: Go to your local library and staff will book on your behalf. By phone: 03 941 7923 Paid events will incur a booking fee. For more information visit: my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/contact-us Important: Our top priority is the safety of our staff and customers. Events may be cancelled or postponed with very little notice upon government advice, COVID-19 alert level changes or if adequate physical distancing and contact tracing measures cannot be put into place. Please check our website for the latest information before attending any event.
What’s on in your library 5
All about
whānau
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1 What’s on in your library
Wā Pepi Babytimes
For tamariki under 2 years
Programmes for Babytimes and Storytimes
include stories, music, movement and rhymes.
Kōrero pukapuka, pūoru, korikori.
Most programmes run during school terms only,
check our website for details.
Aranui Library Tuesdays, 10.00am
Fendalton Library Thursdays, 10.30am
Hornby Library Fridays, 10.15am
Linwood Library Fridays, 11am
Lyttelton Library Fridays, 10.30am
Matuku Takotako:
Tuesdays, 10.30am
Sumner Centre
New Brighton Library Wednesdays, 10.30am
Ōrauwhata:
Bishopdale Library and Fridays, 10.30am
Community Centre
Papanui Library Wednesdays, 11am
Parklands Library Fridays, 10.30am
Shirley Library Thursdays, 10.30am
South Library Tuesdays, 11am
Spreydon Library Wednesdays, 10.30am
Te Hāpua:
Wednesdays, 11am
Halswell Centre
Sundays, Mondays
Tūranga
10.30am
Upper Riccarton
Tuesdays, 10am
Library
What’s on in your library 2
Wā Kōrero Storytimes
For tamariki under 2 years
Most programmes run during school
terms only, check our website for details.
Fendalton Library Tuesdays, 10.30am
Hornby Library Wednesdays, 10.15am
Linwood Library Thursdays, 10am
Lyttelton Library Tuesdays, 11am
Matuku Takotako:
Wednesdays, 10.30am
Sumner Centre
New Brighton Library Mondays, 2pm
Ōrauwhata:
Bishopdale Library and Wednesdays, 10.30am
Community Centre
Papanui Library Thursdays, 11am
Parklands Library Thursdays, 10.30am
Redwood Library Fridays, 10.30am
Shirley Library Tuesdays, 10.30am
South Library Thursdays, 11am
Spreydon Library Fridays, 10.30am
Te Hāpua:
Thursdays, 11am
Halswell Centre
Tūranga Wednesdays, 10.30am
Upper Riccarton
Mondays, 10am
Library
3 What’s on in your library
Friday Whānau
Fun Night
An evening of stories, family and fun at the
library! Join us for a short story time, followed
by fun, hands-on activities to do as a family.
All welcome, but best enjoyed by 5–12 year olds
and their whānau.
Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
First Friday of each month
5–6pm (except Easter Friday)
Tūranga
Hapori | Community, Level 1
Fourth Friday of each month, 6–7pm
South Library
Second Friday of the month, 5–6pm
Barrington Storytimes
For tamariki between 2–5 years
Come along to our free storytimes and craft session
at Barrington Mall.
256 Barrington Street
Second Monday of the month,
10.30–11.30am
What’s on in your library 4
Bilingual Storytimes
For tamariki between 2–5 years
Ngā Pakiwaitara
Māori Bilingual Storytimes
Come along for these exciting bilingual storytimes
for children (and whānau) with all levels of
Te Reo Māori. Stories are in both Māori and
English, with fun-filled activities designed to
get tamariki (children) up to kanikani (dance)
to some cool Māori waiata (songs).
Piki mai, kake mai!
Tūranga
Hapori | Community, Level 1
Tuesdays, 10.30am
Faitauga Tusi
Samoan Bilingual Storytimes
Enjoy and learn stories, rhymes and action songs
in Samoan.
Tūranga
Tuakiri | Identity, Level 2
Last Saturday of the month, 10.30–11am
5 What’s on in your libraryEnglish and Mandarin
Bilingual Storytimes
Nĭ hăo! Come along and join us for this
special bilingual storytimes, suitable for
young children and caregivers.
There will be stories, rhymes, songs and
interactive activities in both English and
Mandarin Chinese.
双语故事会 - 英语和普通话
你好！欢迎来参加我们的中英双语故事会。我
们会用中英双语来讲故事，唱儿歌和做活动。
欢迎小朋友们和家长一起来参加。
这个中英双语故事会在每个月的第三个星期六
的上午11 到11.30点举办。
Tūranga
Ngā Purapura/Activity Room | Hapori |
Community, Level 1
Third Saturday of the month, 11.00–11.30am
What’s on in your library 6Family Makerspace
For families of all ages!
Have fun, create craft and make cool stuff with
a different activity every week.
Tūranga
Taupuni Auaha / Creative Space,
Hapori | Community, Level 1
Saturdays, 2.30–4pm
Book Nook Diorama
for families
Spend some family time creating a magical world
to display on your bookshelf.
5 years + with an adult helper
Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
Thursday 29 April, 9.30–11.30am
Autumn Seed Swap
Bring in your saved seeds or bulbs to swap,
and connect with experts in the community
for a more planned approach to gardening and
home agriculture.
New Brighton Library
All throughout April
7 What’s on in your libraryCSO Music Trails
through the Libraries
These free, 45 minute performances provide
a fun and interactive way of introducing
young people to live music. With elements of
dance, song and stories, Music Trails through
the Libraries is a gorgeous opportunity for
preschoolers to see the instruments up close
and join in with the musical fun.
Wind String
ensemble ensemble
Tūranga New Brighton
Saturday 10 April, Wednesday 5 May,
10.30am 10.30am
During May
Treat your ears to marvelous melodies played
by talented youth from our local schools.
Tuesday afternoons at Spreydon Library.
Linwood College Showcase
Come along and enjoy the amazing talents and
creativity of our rangatahi from Linwood College!
A celebration of music, dance and drama for the
whole whānau.
Linwood Library Thursday 27 May, 4–6pm
What’s on in your library 8Sherlock Holmes Day
Celebrate Sherlock Holmes day with forensic science
experiments and see if you can solve the crime.
10 years +
South Library
Saturday 22 May, 11am–2pm
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9 What’s on in your libraryHoliday fun
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What’s on in your library 10Holiday programmes
Take a Walk on the Wildside
Explore wildlife and discover nature living in
your neighbourhood. Join us for a walk on the
wild side, taking photos along the way that will
contribute to biodiversity research.
Bookings required
$15 8–12 years
Tūranga
21 April, 9–11.30am
Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
28 April, 9–11.30am
11 What’s on in your libraryExploring Nature
with Minecraft
Learn about a native New Zealand species
and then work in a team to design a Minecraft
build inspired by your discover. To really enjoy
this programme, you need to have a basic
understanding of Minecraft.
Bookings required
$10 6–13 years
New Brighton Library
19 April, 10am–12noon
Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
22 April, 10am–12noon
Tūranga
23 April, 1–3pm
29 April, 9.30–11.30am
30 April, 9.30–11.30am
Upper Riccarton Library
27 April 1–3pm
South Library
29 April 10am–12noon
What’s on in your library 12Bots and Bugs Adventures
What’s a robot? Come and find out! Hear some
great stories about what robots get up to, play
with a robot and consider some robots which are
inspired by real world creatures. You’ll also do
some other fun activities which run alongside our
City Nature Challenge programmes.
Bookings required
$10 5–7 years
Upper Riccarton
20 April, 10am–12 noon
South Library
27 April, 10am–12 noon
Tūranga
28 April, 9.30–11.30 am
13 What’s on in your librarySchool Holiday
drop-in fun
Check out these drop-in activities happening
around our network during the school holidays.
Visit christchurchcitylibraries.com for times,
dates and locations.
Tea Light Jars
Upcycle a jar and create some autumn ambience!
Bring a clean, glass jar.
Autumn Stained Glass Leaves
Catch the sun with a colourful leafy craft to hang
in the window.
Autumn Bunting
Jazz up your space! Create a string of beautiful
paper leaves made from recycled materials. Add
notes and photos to brighten up your room!
Paper Craft Owls and Hedgehogs
Whoooo would like to create a woodland creature
from paper and autumn leaves?
What’s on in your library 14Tangaroa Whakamautai
Sea Art
Come learn about the sea through story, games
and craft – there’s something for everyone!
Free, bookings essential
Best enjoyed by ages 5–15
Under-5s are welcome but must be accompanied
by an adult
South Library
Wednesday 21 April, 10am–12noon
and 1–3pm
Tūranga
Ngā Pounamu Māori Collection area
Tuakiri | Identity, Level 2
Thu 22 April, 1–3pm
Thu 29 April, 10am–12noon and 1–3pm
New Brighton Library
Wed 28 April, 10am–12noon and 1–3pm
Korean Crafts
Join us to create traditional Korean crafts!
Enjoy making Bucahe (a fan) and a paper hat.
These activities can be enjoyed by everyone.
Tūranga
Hapori | Community, Level 1
Tuesday 20 and 27 April, 10–11am
Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library
and Community Centre
Friday 30 April, 3.30–4.30pm
15 What’s on in your libraryHonour your Anzac
Honour your ANZAC this April. Create a
commemorative poppy and take it home or
add it to the remembrance display.
All day drop in 19–24 April at Redwood Library,
Spreydon Library and Matuku Takotako:
Sumner Centre.
Hornby Library
Thursday 22 April, 10–11am
South Library
Thursday 22 April, 3.30–4.30pm
Librarian for a Morning
Come and see what happens behind the scenes at
your local library! Learn how to sort and shelve,
use the catalogue, share stories and many other
fun and creative things our librarians do!
Free, bookings required
9–12 years
South Library
Friday 23 April, 9am–12pm
5–8 years
Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
Thursday 22 April, 9am–12noon
What’s on in your library 16After school
clubs
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17 What’s on in your libraryAfter school clubs
and programmes
All after school programmes run during the school
term (excluding public holidays) and begin in the
second week of each term.
Minecraft Club
Get creative and start crafting! Build imaginative
worlds and play with your friends. A basic
understanding of the game is required.
Bookings required
$20 per term 6–13 years
New Brighton Library
Tuesdays and Fridays 3.30–4.30pm
South Library
Tuesdays, 3.30–4.30pm
Tūranga
Taiwhanga Rorohiko/Computer Lab,
Auahatanga | Creativity, Level 4
Tuesdays, 4–5pm
Upper Riccarton Library
Fridays, 4–5pm
Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
Mondays, 3.30–4.30pm
What’s on in your library 18STEAM Lab
Join us and explore the dynamic world of
technology. Hands-on fun!
Bookings required
$25 per term 10–13 years
Tūranga
Taiwhanga Rorohiko/Computer Lab,
Auahatanga | Creativity, Level 4
Thursdays, 3.30–5pm
Dungeon Delvers Intermediate
Be the hero in a tabletop roleplaying campaign
where everything rests on your roll of the dice!
Free, bookings required
10–14 years
New Brighton Library
Tuesdays (fortnightly), 3.30–5pm
Shirley Library
Mondays (fortnightly), 4–5.30pm
Hornby Library
Fridays 3.30–5pm
Dungeon Delvers Teen
Free, bookings required
13–18 years
Shirley Library
Wednesdays (fortnightly), 4–5.30pm
19 What’s on in your libraryAfterschool Activity Zone
We have a number of drop-in after
school clubs happening across our
network of libraries.
Check out our website for more details
on where, when and what each library
has planned for the week!
Faultline Poetry Open Mic
A poetry open mic to test out your writing on
a supportive audience. Whether you’ve got
passionate slam poems, unfinished, unheard
poems or anything in between, come along to
share and be inspired.
Tūranga
Wāhi Rangatahi/Youth Space,
Hapori | Community, Level 1
Fourth Thursday of the month, 4–6pm
Teen Writing Club
Come in and craft, create and develop your writing.
Whether you're working on a big project, or just
starting out, practice makes permanent! Bring
along whatever tools you like - pens, pencils, paper,
laptop, but most importantly, your ideas.
Tūranga
Wāhi Rangatahi/Youth Space,
Hapori | Community, Level 1
Third Thursday of the month, 4–5.30pm
What’s on in your library 20Youth Creative Time
Drop in and use a variety of creative
technologies including sewing machines,
3D printers, vinyl cutters, laser cutter, design
software and electronics. No experience
necessary. Specialist staff will be on hand if
you need help. This is your chance to hang
out with other creative youth, learn from and
support each other, and make really cool stuff.
Tūranga
Taupuni Waihanga/Production Studio,
Auahatanga | Creativity, Level 4
Fridays, 4–6pm
Youth Studio Time
Come on in and have a go in our audio and
video studio. No experience necessary.
This is your opportunity to hang out in the
studio, ask our specialist staff questions
and meet like-minded new friends.
Tūranga
Taupuni Oro/Ataata/Audio Video Studio,
Auahatanga | Creativity, Level 4
Fridays, 4–6pm
21 What’s on in your libraryYouth
programmes
christchurchcitylibraries.com
What’s on in your library 22The Zone
Get in The Zone! Have a go at sticker making,
3D printing, book club, board games, robotics
and heaps more. Check out our weekly term time
schedule online.
Ages 12+
Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
Wednesdays, 3.30–4.30pm
Manga Club
Enjoy all things manga? Want to have a go drawing
some, or just want to chat? Then come along to the
Manga Club at Tūranga.
All ages welcome
Tūranga
Wāhi Rangatahi/Youth Space,
Hapori | Community, Level 1
Second Thursday of the month, 4–5.30pm
Shirley Library
Third Thursday of the month, 3.30–5pm
23 What’s on in your libraryBook Nooks for teens
Spend the afternoon creating a miniature book
nook that transports you into a whole new world!
We’ll provide basic craft materials, but if you want
to go all out and have a certain theme then feel
free to bring your own stuff along.
13–19 years
Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
Wednesday 21 April, 2–4pm
Comics, Cartoons and
Zines - oh my!
Comics, Cartoons and Zines - oh my! Create your
own comic, cartoon or zine this Youth Week.
Express yourself, try something new, or simply
practice your creative flair. Materials provided.
Upper Riccarton Library
Friday 14 May, 3–4.30pm
Teen Book Club
Join the Tūranga Youth Librarians for a monthly
book group where we’ll discuss what we’re
reading, what we love and what we don’t, as well
as discovering new genres and authors – expect
games, laughs, conversation, and a MUCH larger
‘to be read’ pile.
Tūranga
Hapori | Community, Level 1
First Thursday of the month, 4–5.30pm
What’s on in your library 24Creative and
connected
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25 What’s on in your libraryRead the Waves
Enjoy a festival atmosphere, groove to Single Fin
Mingle and check out cool technologies like Garage
Band, our 3D Printer & Green Screen Photo Booth.
Go down in history by contributing your best
surfing photo to the Discovery Wall and grab a free,
specially designed wax comb!
Matuku Takotako: Sumner Centre
Saturday 10 April, 10am–3pm
Sketch at Tūranga
Drop by our monthly creative sketch session.
Everyone welcome! Materials provided but you’re
welcome to bring your own.
Tūranga
He Hononga | Connection, Ground Floor
Every third Sunday from 18 April, 2–4pm
Loteria
Loteria is a traditional game of chance, similar to
bingo but using images on a deck of cards instead
of numbers. Come with your family or a group of
friends and enjoy a traditional Mexican game while
you learn Spanish words.
Prizes for the winning team!
Free, bookings required
Tūranga
Tautoru/TSB Space, Hapori | Community,
Level 1
Saturday 8 May, 2–3pm
What’s on in your library 26Join our
regular clubs!
Find out where and when at:
christchurchcitylibraries.com
Knit ‘n’ Yarn
Bring your knitting, crochet or other craft and have
fun with these friendly, social groups.
Rummikub Club
Come along and play Rummikub — an exciting,
interactive strategy game. We’ll provide some
boards but you’re welcome to bring your own.
Social Games and Cards Club
Try your hand at a variety of board games
like Scrabble, Upwords, Chess or play simple
card games.
Scrabble Club
Have a way with words? Come and join our friendly
groups! Some boards provided, but feel free to
bring your own.
Mahjong Group
Interested in learning or playing Mahjong? Join one
of our free, fun and social groups.
27 What’s on in your libraryNerdy Crafting
Want to try a new craft, and meet others who
like the same nerdy stuff as you? Come and try
painting a Dungeons and Dragon figurine, 3D
printing a Bulbasaur, or making your own fan-art
t-shirt design. How about bringing your own craft
projects and sharing your skills? All that and lots
more at this casual crafty drop-in.
Shirley Library
Saturday 15 May, 1–3pm
Unicorn Slime Craft Session
To celebrate international unicorn day, we are
inviting you to come join us for some creative
slime-making fun! BYO container to bring your
unicorn slime home in.
Gold coin donation (not compulsory)
Bookings required
10–16 years
Matuku Takotako: Sumner Centre
Friday 9 April, 3.45–4.45pm
Magic: The Gathering
Come along to play, swap cards or hang out.
Bring your own Magic: The Gathering decks or
borrow our cards.
8–18 years
Shirley Library
First Saturday of each month, 1–4pm
What’s on in your library 28eKnow how
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29 What’s on in your libraryTechnology Help
Drop-in Sessions
Get help with specific issues such as using
email, searching the internet, using the library
catalogue, electronic resources and any other
general technology related queries.
Hornby Library
Mondays 2-3pm
Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
Tuesdays 2-3pm
South Library
Thursdays 2-3pm
Spreydon Library
(Bring Your Own Device only)
Tuesdays, 10.30–11.30am
Matuku Takotako: Sumner Centre
Mondays, 2–3pm
GenConnect
Got questions about technology, apps or social
media? Come along to a free GenConnect
session, where friendly high school students will
be on hand to help with all of your technology
questions. Runs during term time only.
Papanui Library
Tuesdays, 12.15–12.45pm
Upper Riccarton Library
Thursdays, 1–1.45pm
What’s on in your library 30Open Creative Time
An opportunity to use the equipment available
in our Creative Production Studio — 3D printers,
laser cutting and vinyl cutters, sewing machines
and more. Staff will be on hand to support you.
These are not structured sessions, but a chance
for you to use the equipment available and work
on your creative projects.
Please note these sessions will run during school
term only.
• Sewing and embroidery
Mondays, 6–7.30pm
• Vinyl and laser cutting
Wednesdays, 6–7.30pm
• 3D printing
Thursdays, 6–7.30pm
• General
Thursdays, 10am–12noon
Tūranga
Taupuni Waihanga/Production Studio,
Auahatanga | Creativity, Level 4
31 What’s on in your libraryOpen Studio
This is a chance for anyone to come in and
discover more about audio and video production.
No experience is necessary, just enthusiasm!
Tūranga
Taupuni Oro/Ataata/Audio/Video Studio,
Auahatanga | Creativity, Level 4
Mondays, 6.30–7.30pm
Fridays, 9.30–11.30am
Sundays, 10.30am–12.30pm
Introduction to Photoshop:
Photo and image restoration
Learn the basics of photo restoration, like
how to remove scratches, tears, dirt as well as
correct discolouration. No previous experience
with Photoshop is required, but you will need
competent computer skills.
Bookings required
$20
Tūranga
Taiwhanga Rorohiko/Computer Lab |
Auahatanga | Creativity, Level 4
Saturday 10 and 17 April, 10.30am–1pm
What’s on in your library 32Studio Starters:
Music Production #1
Interested in the production of music?
This 3-week programme will teach you how to
record, edit and create sounds using MIDI. This
programme is intended for those with little or no
previous music production experience, though
you’ll need to have good computer skills.
Bookings required
Check dates at christchurchcitylibraries.com
$20 14 years +
33 What’s on in your libraryStudio Starters:
Music Production #2
Looking to expand your music production skills?
This 3-week programme will cover MIDI editing,
recording various instruments, audio mixing
and equalisation at an intermediate level. You’ll
need to have completed Studio Starters Music
Production #1 or equivalent.
Bookings required
Check dates at christchurchcitylibraries.com
$20 14 years +
Studio Starters:
Music Production #3
Do you need to take the next step in music
production and editing? In this 3-week
programme, we’ll record a guitar and singer
using stereo micing techniques, and then edit the
recording using equalisation, compression and
reverb into a fully finished product. You’ll need to
have completed Studio Starters Music Production
#2 or equivalent.
Bookings required
Check dates at christchurchcitylibraries.com
$20 14 years +
What’s on in your library 34Authors and
books
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35 What’s on in your libraryBook Clubs
Love sharing your favourite reads?
Come and join other book lovers in our
friendly, relaxed library environment.
Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library
and Community Centre
Second Monday of the month, 10am
Last Thursday of the month, 1pm
Linwood Library
Last Monday of the month, 10.45am
Papanui Library
Third Tuesday of the month, 10am
Parklands Library
First Wednesday of the month, 11am
Shirley Library
Bookings required
Fourth Wednesday of the month, 10.30am
Tūranga
Auahatanga | Creativity, Level 4
Third Wednesday of the month, 1pm
Fendalton Library
First Friday of the month, 11am
What’s on in your library 36Chinese Book Club
Chat about your favourite reads, discover new
titles and authors, make friends and share your
life experiences with other readers.
Fendalton Library
Second Wednesday of the Month, 6.30–7.30pm
Upper Riccarton Library
Third Wednesday of the month,
6.30–7.30pm
Korean Book Club
Come and share your ideas with other Korean
book lovers.
Upper Riccarton Library
Second Friday of the month, 6pm
37 What’s on in your libraryDewey Book Group
Each month, read a non-fiction book of your
choice on a set theme. Over the year we’ll read
across the entire Dewey decimal spectrum!
Find new reads and share your discoveries in
the relaxed environment of Tūranga.
Free, bookings required
Tūranga
Tūhuratanga | Discovery, Level 3
Last Wednesday of the month, 6–7pm
Spanish Book Club
Come and join other Spanish-speaking
book lovers in our friendly, relaxed library
environment.
Tūranga
Tūhuratanga | Discovery, Level 3
Second Wednesday of the month, 6–7pm
What’s on in your library 38Heritage
Living statues Cathedral Square.
CCL-DW-PH13-330. CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 NZ
christchurchcitylibraries.com
39 What’s on in your libraryThe Great Kiwi Quiz Night
Join us for our inaugural Local History Quiz Night!
Get a team together and test your knowledge of
Aotearoa people, places, events and icons, past
and present. Maximum of 5 people per team.
Food and drink available for purchase.
Bookings essential
$20 per team
Tūranga
Tautoru/TSB Space, Hapori | Community,
Level 1
Thu 22 April, 6–8pm (doors open from 5.30pm)
Who’s Been Sleeping in
My House?
Ever wondered about the people who once lived
under the same roof as you? Who were they, what
did they do? Are there any skeletons in the closet
that reveal fascinating secrets? In this 2-hour
session we’ll show you how to find answers to
these questions to uncover the social history of
your house.
Free, bookings required
Tūranga
Wāhi Whakaako/Teaching Room,
Tuakiri | Identity, Level 2
Wednesday 12 May, 10–12noon
Friday 14 May, 2-4pm
What’s on in your library 40Check out the Mobile Discovery
Wall as it moves around our
community libraries over the
next few months:
Matuku Takotako:
Sumner Centre April
Redwood Library May
Tuakiri Tasters
Join us each month as our family and local
history specialists offer introductory lessons on
different topics and library resources.
Find out more details at
christchurchcitylibraries.com
Family History
Interested in family history? A member of the
Canterbury branch of the New Zealand Society of
Genealogists are available to help you with your
family history questions.
Shirley Library
First and third Saturday of the month,
10am–12noon
Upper Riccarton Library
Wednesdays, 11am–1pm
41 What’s on in your libraryŌtautahi Quiz online
Enjoy a good quiz? Keep an eye out for
a new regular feature on our website
- the Ōtautahi Quiz.
Test your local history knowledge and
discover new resources.
Christchurch Memories
Come along and rediscover Christchurch during the
20th Century. We’ll be showing historical footage of
the city and its people brought to us by Nga Tāonga
Sound & Vision. Bring in a few of your own slides,
photographs or film rolls and we’ll help to digitise
them to share with your friends and whānau, or on
our interactive Christchurch Discovery Wall.
Tūranga
Auaha Hīhī/Spark Place,
He Hononga | Connection, Ground Floor
Friday 16 April, 10.30am–12.30pm
What’s on in your library 42Heritage Highlights
New Zealand's voices of war: the
Mobile Unit recordings 1940–1945
Sarah Johnston, a Christchurch based
researcher, writer and broadcaster will play
some of the audio taonga (courtesy of
Ngā Taonga Sound and Vision), made during
World War II by the New Zealand Broadcasting
Service Mobile Units. She will describe the
challenges involved in researching the men
and women who feature on the recordings
and discuss why sound recordings are such
an important part of Aotearoa's heritage.
Tūranga
Auaha Hīhī/ Spark Place, He Hononga |
Connection, Ground Floor
Tuesday 27 April, 2.15–4pm
Join us for a cuppa and chat before
the talk begins at 2.30pm.
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