What's On at Your Library

Date & Time

Regular Events

Description

10.30am - 11.00am every Monday during term time 

Come and explore music and songs, movement and rhythm, instruments, and stories while making new friends and spending quality time with your child. 

Wriggle & Rhyme sessions are a fun and interactive session for parents and caregivers to develop their child’s early literacy skills, gross and fine motor skills, coordination, body awareness, rhythmic proficiency, social skills, and auditory discrimination. 

10.30am - 12.00pm

first Monday of the month

except June: 9 June

If you are interested in history this is the group for you!

We are a relaxed group who discusses a history topic of interest. 

Find out new history facts. Discover history books.

1.00pm - 2.00pm

first Monday of the month

except June: 9 June

Bring along a special object that has a fascinating history, is a family heirloom or has a special meaning to you. Show your object and share your story.

10.30am - 12.00pm

second Monday of the month

except 16 June

Come along to our monthly gardening group. 

Meet keen gardeners. 
Share gardening tips. 
Ask gardening questions.
Discover gardening books and magazines.
Swap plants and seeds.

1.30pm - 3.00pm

Mondays fortnightly 

Dates:
April 7
May 5 & 19
June 9 & 23
July 7 & 21
August 4 & 18
September 1,15 &29
October 13
November 10 & 24

Participate in the Fleur Woods Stitch Bloom Project! Help stitch together a large-scale artwork consisting of stitched blooms that women around New Zealand and the world have created. 

Fleur will provide a simple project guide, threads, needles and scissors, etc.   

Anyone in the community is welcome to participate as long as they are willing to follow simple project guidelines.  

Once completed, the artwork will be on display at the Motueka Library before travelling on to be displayed elsewhere and ultimately be used to raise funds for United Nations Women as managed by the United Nations Women Council of New Zealand. 

10.30am - 12.00pm

third Monday of the month

Except for:
28 April, 26 May,
& 23 June

3.30pm - 5.00pm

last Monday of every month 

except October: 20 October

every Tuesday

This is a social group for people living with dementia in the community and is supported by Alzheimers Nelson Tasman. 

Come along to this supportive, welcoming group and connect with others in your friendly library environment. 

If you would like to know more please contact Heather Lackner at Alzheimers Nelson Tasman 027 626 6429 or Mary at Motueka Library 03 528 1047. 

11.00am - 11.30am every Tuesday 

1.30pm - 4.00pm

every Wednesday

10.00am - 11.30am

third Wednesday of every month 

Enjoy a relaxed cuppa and start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people.

There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive. 

12.00pm - 1.30pm

third Wednesday of every month 

WHAM - Write Here At Motueka

WHAM is the library's writing group.

If you take your writing seriously and would like to get published this is the group for you.

10.00am - 10.30am

every Thursday during term time

Join us for fun and exciting stories and songs at our weekly storytime sessions for 2-5 year olds and their caregivers.

12.15pm - 12.45pm

every Thursday during term time

Lunchtime community sessions.

Expand awareness, deepen wisdom and increase compassion during these gentle meditation sessions.

For more information contact Louise 027 878 9240

1.00pm - 2.00pm

first Thursday of the month

10.30am - 11.00am

every second Thursday

April 10 &24
May 8 & 22

1.30pm - 3.30pm

every second Thursday

April 10 & 24
May 8 & 22

10.30am - 12.00pm

last Thursday of the month

except: no meeting in April and May will meet on 22 May 

10.30am - 12.00pm

Fridays fortnightly 

April 4
May 2, 16 & 30

Date & Time

One-off Events

Description

Thursday 13 March – Saturday 19 April

Page Art

Transform a book page into an arty piece.

Use pastels, water-coloured paints, oil-based paints, coloured pencils, gel pens, glue on decorative patterns, images, lace, anything you wish to use.

Pick up a book page from Motueka Library and bring your Page Art back for a display before Saturday 19 April.

Sunday 23 March - Monday 30 June

Opening Hours

TUKU25 - Threading Connections /Tuia te  Hononga
Community Quilt

We invite you to contribute your story to our Threading Connections / Tuia te Hononga community quilt. You can be any age, of any sewing ability to take part. The important thing is to share what it is about Te Tauihu/Top of the South that makes you feel that you belong.  

Pick up your entry form, with all the details, from Tasman District Libraries and then “Thread your Connection”.   

Return it to us by 30 June. We’ll then transform all our amazing stories into a beautiful community quilt created by you.  

Please contact: library.information@tasman.govt.nz with any questions.

Sunday 23 March - Sunday 4 May

Weekday opening hours

TUKU25 - Bring Your Past into Focus: Digitise Slides at the Library

Preserve your memories, by digitising your cherished slides and photos at your local library.  In your first session, our friendly staff will guide you through the process step by step. Once you’re confident, you can book the small meeting room to complete your project at your own pace.  It’s an easy and rewarding way to save, share, and enjoy your photos and slides in a digital format.  Don’t let your memories fade – bring them into the digital age.

Ask Library staff for more information or complete the Book a Librarian form 

Sunday 23 March - Saturday 3 May

Opening Hours

TUKU25 - Haiku Competition 

Write your own Haiku poem celebrating Tasman’s natural environment 

Pick up your entry form at any Tasman District Library or via the Tasman District Libraries website. 

Tuesday 1 April - Wednesday 30 April

Opening Hours

Inspired by New Zealand’s nature. Kerry lives in Motueka and is fascinated with the contrast of light and dark and nature's use of subtle tones, the lightness and harshness of light vying for attention with shadows that taunt the clouds that race by.  When painting landscapes, she’s drawn in by the background of what lies beyond.

Tuesday 1 April - Wednesday 30 April

Opening Hours

How much do you know about the history of Motueka? Take our ‘Historical Quiz’ based on Eileen’s Stewart’s book ‘Along the Path’. Pick up your quiz from Motueka Library Te Noninga Kumu and look for the answers on the plaques along the path in Decks Reserve in front of the library. 

Wednesday 23 April

10.00am - 12.00pm

April School Holiday Programme - Get Crafty

Discover Autumn themed crafts with a STEAM focus.

A different craft each week, all materials provided, and fun for everyone!

Thursday 24 April

10.00am - 12.00pm

April School Holiday Programme - Lego® Fun!

What can you make at our Lego® Fun programme? Can you build something only using autumnal colours? Or build creatures that creep and crawl?

What will you make?

Fun for the whole family!

Friday 2 May

9.30am - 3.30pm

Step into history like never before, discover a new perspective on history with Virtual Reality.  Technology meets storytelling to transport you to moments from the past.  

Bookings essential, sessions will be 45 minutes long. 

Ask library staff or phone 03 528 1047 for more information and to register.

Sunday 4 May 

10.00am – 12.00pm 

Come and enjoy the captivating world of Japanese kimono with Akiko and Indian saris with Anjali. 

An immersive cultural experience providing insights into the history and artistry of these traditional clothes. There will also be an opportunity to try them on. 

Morning tea provided. 

A partnership with Multicultural Nelson Tasman. 

Tuesday 6 May

4.00pm - 5.30pm

We are celebrating a book launch of ‘Patchwork Bear helps Zoe’ with local author Carol Duffy and talented illustrator Aislinn Peters.

Hear about the process of writing and illustrating this beautiful children’s book.

Discover the dyslexia friendly font and the benefits this has for readers.

‘Patchwork Bear helps Zoe’ is suggested for readers 6-9 years of age.

Books will be available to purchase.

Thursday 8 May 

1.15pm - 1.45pm

Come and listen to Motueka High School students performing their music during three (Thursdays 8, 15 and 22 May) lunch time concerts for New Zealand Music Month Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa. 

Hilary Sinclair will be conducting this musical talent. 

Saturday 10 May

1.00pm - 2.00pm

Geert Hermsen, local musician, introduces the blues harp (mouth organ). 

A brief history of this instrument and learning how to play it. 

If you have a mouth organ, please bring it along.

Sunday 11 May

1.00pm - 3.00pm

Celebrating Mother’s Day Across the Globe

Join Motueka Library and Multicultural Nelson Tasman to celebrate ‘Mother’s Day Across the Globe’.

High Tea, with a Sri Lankan twist, created by accomplished pastry chef Vipul Ranjith.

$10.00 per person.

Register with Motueka@multiculturalnt.co.nz or phone 022 300 8896 or pay $10.00 (cash only) at the door.

Wednesday 14 May

6.00pm - 8.00pm

Join three talented Kiwi storytellers for a thrilling evening of criminally good conversation in the '2025 Mystery in the Library' series – Misdeeds in Motueka.

Motueka policeman, filmmaker and thriller writer Stef Harris is joined by Nelson author and past Ngaio Best First Novel winner Chris Stuart and South African born doctor turned author Fiona Sussman who has won a Ngaio for Best Novel among other awards.

Thursday 15 May

10.00am - 12.00pm

Come and create gorgeous Paper Flowers and cute Book Hedgehogs with the 'Crafty Tarts' group.

Design your own flowers and enjoy great company, laughs and a cuppa.

Thursday 15 May 

1.15pm - 1.45pm

Come and listen to Motueka High School students performing their music during three (Thursdays 8, 15 and 22 May) lunch time concerts for New Zealand Music Month Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa. 

Hilary Sinclair will be conducting this musical talent.

Friday 16 May

6.00pm - 8.00pm

Terry Parkin presents “Off Beat Edgy Poetry” along with violin interpretation by Tamsin Leenhouwers.

Abdallah Gabriel an international artist from Uganda will also accompany this poetic and musical evening.

Koha appreciated.

Monday 19 May

5.30pm

We would love to acknowledge the winners and participants of the recent TUKU25 Haiku Competition.

Come along and read your haiku or listen to other people’s haiku.

For the poetry lovers in the community.

Thursday 22 May 

1.15pm - 1.45pm

Come and listen to Motueka High School students performing their music during three (Thursdays 8, 15 and 22 May) lunch time concerts for New Zealand Music Month Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa. 

Hilary Sinclair will be conducting this musical talent.

Monday 26 May

1.00pm - 2.00pm

Age Positive: Advance Care Planning 

It is never too early to start a conversation about your future health and ‘Advance Care Plan’. 

An ‘Advance Care Plan’ encourages people to look at what is important to them, their values and beliefs and consider practical decisions should they become unwell or unable to speak for themselves. 

Find out how to make a plan with Mary-Ann Hardcastle, ‘Advance Care Plan’ Facilitator.

Tuesday 27 May

2.00pm - 3.00pm

Age Positive: Thread Therapy - The Art of Japanese Stitching

Sashiko is a traditional form of Japanese hand sewing that uses running stitches to create repeating over-all patterns. It is a technique that is easy to learn and produces beautiful results. Marian Painter will be facilitating this workshop as part of our 'Age Positive' series. 

Sashiko has regained popularity in recent years due to the striking simplicity of the designs and ease of stitching. This makes it a technique that can be learned by anyone, no matter their skill level.   

Participants need to be able to thread a needle. Materials provided. 

Wednesday 28 May

10.30am - 11.30am

Age Positive: Volunteering with St John

Join us for this talk from St John and discover the ways to get involved. The work you do makes a huge difference to Kiwis across the motu, and there’s lots of benefits in it for you too! 

As a volunteer with Hato Hone St John, you'll acquire new skills, forge lifelong friendships, and contribute to delivering essential health and community services throughout Aotearoa. Along the way, you'll receive comprehensive training and support, exclusive benefits and wellbeing resources, and the deep satisfaction of making a meaningful difference in your community. 

Wednesday 28 May

5.30pm - 6.30pm

Blues Harp Mouth Organ Workshop

Geert Hermsen, local musician, introduces the blues harp (mouth organ). 

A brief history of this instrument and learning how to play it. 

If you have a mouth organ, please bring it along.

Thursday 29 May

10.30am - 11.30am

Age Positive: Staying Well for Pre-diabetes and Heart Health

Come along and learn about Healthy Hearts with Naomi Johnson – Dietitian and Community Education Co-ordinator at Nelson Bays Primary Health.

Thursday 29 May

1.00pm - 2.00pm

Age Positive: How to Get Active

How to Get Active with Green Prescription Lifestyle Facilitators.

‘Green Prescription’ is a free service that helps you make small, achievable changes so you can improve your quality of life and health. We partner with you to achieve your wellness goals by self-management.

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Regular Events

Description

To Be Confirmed - Please check with library staff

Join us for fun and exciting stories and songs at our monthly Storytime sessions.

Storytime sessions are a great way to spark your child’s imagination and curiosity.  

Date & Time

One-off Events

Description

Sunday 23 March - Sunday 4 May

Opening Hours

Write your own Haiku poem celebrating Tasman’s natural environment 

Pick up your entry form at any Tasman District Library or via the Tasman District Libraries website. 

Sunday 23 March - Monday 30 June

Opening Hours

We invite you to contribute your story to our Threading Connections / Tuia te Hononga community quilt. You can be any age, of any sewing ability to take part. The important thing is to share what it is about Te Tauihu/Top of the South that makes you feel that you belong.  

Pick up your entry form, with all the details, from Tasman District Libraries and then “Thread your Connection”.   

Return it to us by 30 June. We’ll then transform all our amazing stories into a beautiful community quilt created by you.  

Please contact: library.information@tasman.govt.nz with any questions.

Monday 14 April – Thursday 24 April

Opening Hours

Get Crafty packs are available to collect from Monday 14 April – Friday 25 April.

One per child.

Thursday 24 April

11.00am - 12.30pm

What can you make at our Lego® Fun programme? Can you build something only using autumnal colours? Or build creatures that creep and crawl?

What will you make?

Fun for the whole family!

Date & Time

Regular Events

Description

Tuesdays fortnightly
10.30am - 11.30am

April 1, 15 & 29
May 13 & 27

1.30pm - 3.00pm

Second Tuesday of every month

Enjoy a relaxed cuppa and start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people.

There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive.

Tuesdays during term time

10.00am -10.30am 

Third Tuesday of the month

2.00pm - 3.00pm

Except April: 29 April

Come along to meet new people who also like writing, learn writing tips and tricks, try a creative writing exercise and enjoy the company of others.

There is no meeting in December or January.

Wednesdays during term time

10.00am -10.30am 

Third Wednesday of the month

3.00pm - 4.00pm

Except April: 30 April

Our book group for adults is an opportunity to discover new books and authors, meet new people and share what you have been reading.

There is no gathering in December.

All welcome.

Thursdays

11.00am - 12.00pm

28 March 2025
2 & 30 May
27 June
25 July
29 August
26 September
31 October
28 November

10.30am - 12.00pm 

Are you having trouble finding your ancestors?  Would you like to know more about using Ancestry.com, or what other family history or local history resources are available?

These drop-in sessions are aimed at those who have started on their family history journey and are wanting help with their research.

Specialist library staff will be available to help you in the Richmond Library Research Room.

Date & Time

Opening hours during April

Gary joins us as part of the TUKU25 Heritage Festival.  Celebrating people & place | tukuwhakatu.nz

Opening hours during April

Featuring a selection of special items from the Founders Heritage Park collection, this exhibition for TUKU25 (Celebrating people & place | tukuwhakatu.nz) celebrates the rich history of skiing on Pourangahau/Mount Robert through the lens of one family’s experience in the mid-20th century.

From treks up the mountain to downhill runs on homemade skis, our Tuku25 showcase honours the pioneering spirit, innovation, and shared memories of an era when adventure meant carrying everything on your back, heading up a mountain and tracking through the snow. 

Sunday 23 March - Sunday 4 May

Weekday opening hours

Preserve your memories, by digitising your cherished slides and photos at your local library.  In your first session, our friendly staff will guide you through the process step by step. Once you’re confident, you can book the Imaginarium to complete your project at your own pace.  It’s an easy and rewarding way to save, share, and enjoy your photos and slides in a digital format.  Don’t let your memories fade – bring them into the digital age.

Ask Library staff for more information or complete the Book a Librarian form 

Sunday 23 March - Sunday 4 May

Weekday opening hours

In the 1980s, a local history project captured oral histories of older residents, focusing on life in Richmond before 1950. While their stories and some voices are preserved on Tasman Heritage, we only have photos of a few of those interviewed.  As part of Tuku25, we’re seeking photographs of these individuals and the people, places, or events they discuss in their interviews. We’re also seeking photos of others listed on Tasman Heritage, including servicemen recorded on the Rolls of Honour. Help us bring these stories to life by putting faces to names!  

Ask Library staff for more information or complete the Ask a Librarian form

Sunday 23 March - Monday 30 June

Opening Hours

We invite you to contribute your story to our Threading Connections / Tuia te Hononga community quilt. You can be any age, of any sewing ability to take part. The important thing is to share what it is about Te Tauihu/Top of the South that makes you feel that you belong.  

Pick up your entry form, with all the details, from Tasman District Libraries and then “Thread your Connection”.   

Return it to us by 30 June. We’ll then transform all our amazing stories into a beautiful community quilt created by you.  

Please contact: library.information@tasman.govt.nz with any questions.

Sunday 23 March - Sunday 4 May

Opening Hours

Write your own Haiku poem celebrating Tasman’s natural environment 

Pick up your entry form at any Tasman District Library or via the Tasman District Libraries website.

Tuesday 22 April

10.00am - 12.00pm

What can you make at our Lego® Fun programme? Can you build something only using autumnal colours? Or build creatures that creep and crawl?

What will you make?

Fun for the whole family!

Wednesday 23 April

10.00am - 12.00pm

Discover Autumn themed crafts with a STEAM focus.

A different craft each week, all materials provided, and fun for everyone!

Friday 2 May

10.30am - 12.00pm

Are you having trouble finding your ancestors? Would you like to know more about using Ancestry.com, or what other family history or local history resources are available? This drop-in session is aimed at those who have started on their family history journey and are wanting help with their research. Specialist library staff will be available to assist you. 

This session will be in the Richmond Library Research Room.

Date & Time

Regular Events

Description

Every Tuesday

10.30am-11.30am

Every Tuesday during term time

10.00am-10.30am

Last Tuesday of the month

1.00pm-2.00pm 

First Wednesday of the month

1.30pm - 3.00pm

Enjoy a relaxed cuppa and start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people.

There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive.

Every Friday

11.00am-12.00pm

Date & Time

One-off Events

Description

Sunday 23 March - Sunday 4 May

Opening Hours

Write your own Haiku poem celebrating Tasman’s natural environment 

Pick up your entry form at any Tasman District Library or via the Tasman District Libraries website.

Sunday 23 March - Monday 30 June

Opening Hours

We invite you to contribute your story to our Threading Connections / Tuia te Hononga community quilt. You can be any age, of any sewing ability to take part. The important thing is to share what it is about Te Tauihu/Top of the South that makes you feel that you belong.  

Pick up your entry form, with all the details, from Tasman District Libraries and then “Thread your Connection”.   

Return it to us by 30 June. We’ll then transform all our amazing stories into a beautiful community quilt created by you.  

Please contact: library.information@tasman.govt.nz with any questions.

Tuesday 22 April

10.00am - 12.00pm

What can you make at our Lego® Fun programme? Can you build something only using autumnal colours? Or build creatures that creep and crawl?

What will you make?

Fun for the whole family!

Wednesday 23 April

10.00am - 12.00pm

Discover Autumn themed crafts with a STEAM focus.

A different craft each week, all materials provided, and fun for everyone!

Saturday 3 May

11.00am - 12.00pm

Join us on four Saturdays in May when local musicians will perform a varied selection of New Zealand music. 

Waiata Mai – Sing With Us! Relaxed, communal singing led by Diana Hickey. All welcome, no singing experience required.

Monday 5 May

1.00pm - 2.00pm

Christine will provide guidance and inspiration to those wanting to contribute a piece to our latest community quilt. The theme for this quilt is ‘Threading Connections/ Tuia te Hononga’ - we want to celebrate the reason you choose to call Te Tauihu “home”. 

For more information about our Community Quilt Project please visit your local library or our website: "Threading Connections /Tuia te Hononga" Community Quilt - Tasman District Libraries 

Christine is the talented quilter who will be transforming all our amazing stories into the beautiful community quilt, created by you.

Wednesday 7 May

12.00pm - 1.00pm

It’s New Zealand Sign Language Week!

Robert will give us a history of New Zealand Sign Language, including his own experiences.

He will give some basic lessons on Sign Language and how to interact with people who are deaf or are hard of hearing.

All welcome.

Saturday 10 May

11.00am - 12.00pm

Join us on four Saturdays in May when local musicians will perform a varied selection of New Zealand music. 

Local musician and composer John Coulter will share “Art Making with Sound” which has musical, sound and spoken elements.

Saturday 24 May

11.00am - 12.00pm

Join us on four Saturdays in May when local musicians will perform a varied selection of New Zealand music.

“Hera and Friends” will perform a selection of Kiwi favourites. 

Saturday 31 May

11.00am - 12.00pm

Join us on four Saturdays in May when local musicians will perform a varied selection of New Zealand music. 

Young singer and musician Maggie Quinn.