What's On at Your Library

For more details about any of our events contact us. All events are free to attend unless stated otherwise.

Motueka Library Te Noninga Kumu

 

Date & Time

Regular Events

Description

 

10.30am - 11.00am every Monday during term time 

 

Wriggle & Rhyme

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

History Buffs

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

Show and Share an Object

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

Garden Gurus

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

Stitch Bloom 2024 / 2025

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

Book Cafe Come along to our conversational group to discuss, and debate thought provoking topics. Discover a fine selection of books, enjoy themes, interesting snippets and laughs along the way. Refreshments provided.   

1.00pm - 2.00pm

last Monday of the month

except October: 20 October

Book Lovers' Club

Connect with other adult book lovers to discover new favourite authors. Find fiction, non-fiction, magazines and audiobooks which appeal to your reading tastes. 

Come and share what you have been reading and meet new friends.

 

3.30pm - 5.00pm

last Monday of every month 

except October: 20 October

Building Bricks Club Make amazing brick creations with Adrian Barbour. Suitable for ages 7+. Building Bricks kindly supplied by the Christchurch User group.   
10.30am – 12.00pm 

every Tuesday

Dementia Friendly Social Group  

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 

 

Digi Drop-In Get help with your smartphone, tablet, laptop, e-Reader, or whatever digital device you have. If you're struggling to understand how to use your device or want to find out more about the wide variety of e-Resources that can be accessed through the library, we can help.   

1.30pm - 4.00pm

every Wednesday

Scrabble Come along for a hearty game of Scrabble. Bring a friend or play with someone new. You'll learn new wordy tips and tricks, meet other people who love Scrabble too, and enjoy a relaxing time playing a classic game.   

10.00am - 11.30am

third Wednesday of every month 

 

Wellby Talking Café

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

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

Storytime

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

Meditation at the Library

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

Babbling Books Come along to meet new people, talk about the books you've been reading, and discover some great recommendations.   

10.30am - 11.00am

every second Thursday

April 10 &24
May 8 & 22

Therapy Dog

Come and meet Lacy, the Hato Hone St John therapy dog and handler Clair Hutt.

Enjoy pats, cuddles and conversation.

 

1.30pm - 3.30pm

every second Thursday

April 10 & 24
May 8 & 22

Paper Artsy

Use decorative and themed papers to create cards, bookmarks and postcards, for your own pleasure or to give to family and friends.

 

10.30am - 12.00pm

last Thursday of the month

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

Poetry Circle

Write poetry, read poetry, bring your favourite poem and discover new poets with other poetry lovers. All welcome.

 

10.30am - 12.00pm

Fridays fortnightly 

April 4
May 2, 16 & 30

Unmet Friends Group

Come and meet new friends in our new “Unmet Friends group.” 

If you feel alone or do not have family nearby, come and connect with friendly people over a cuppa. 

 

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 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 - 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. 

Monday 31 March

10.30am - 12.30pm

Dotting with Paint on Rocks

 

Learn how to dot with paint on rocks.

Pania from The Shed Service will reveal rock painting tips for the perfect mandala rock.

For beginners to experts. All materials provided.

Tuesday 1 April - Wednesday 30 April

Opening Hours

TUKU25 - Kerry Fenton-Johns Artist Exhibition

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

TUKU25 - Along the Path: Discover Motueka History Quiz

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. 

Tuesday 1 April

1.30pm - 3.00pm

Peacock Collage

Come along and create a mini ‘Peacock Collage’ or cards to celebrate ‘International Bird Day’.

All materials supplied.

Wednesday 2 April

5.30pm

TUKU25 - Local legend “Pic” of Pic’s Peanut Butter World talk  

Our local legend is Pic and he started Pic’s Peanut Butter. 'Picot' is his last name and his nickname has been Pic since he was at school.  A Kiwi and a Nelsonian for over 25 years, he is our founder and Chief Peanut Butter Maker. Now he travels the world telling everyone about his peanut butter  He’s happy to try any peanut butter going, but has yet to meet one that tastes better than ours. 

Thursday 3 April

10.00am - 12.00pm

TUKU25 - Introduction to Ancestry Workshop

Learn search tips for using Ancestry.com, look at various record collections for New Zealand and the UK, view Public Member Trees and send records home from the library. Basic computer skills are essential. 

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

Friday 4 April 

1.30pm - 3.30pm

 

Page Art Workshop

Reimagine a page from a book.   

Materials and pages will be provided. However, if you would like to bring an additional something, to share and add to your page please do so.

Monday 7 April - Thursday 17 April

Opening Hours

TUKU25 - Flora and Fauna Display

Featuring a display of photos and information relating to the local Flora and Fauna of the region.  Flora and Fauna are a community group who work in collaboration with the Department of Conservation preserving local plants, insects and birdlife.

Tuesday 8 April

2.00pm

TUKU25 - Cutting Edge: Showcasing Māori Art

Cutting Edge, Graphic designers in Nelson are going to talk about the “process’ behind some of the Māori art work showcased at Motueka Library Te Noninga Kumu. 

Tuesday 8 April

5.30pm - 7.30pm

Stef Harris Book Launch

Come and hear all about Stef Harris’s new book “The Girl from Sarajevo: two novellas.”

“Dark and funny at once, both stories focus on strong women who face life’s challenges in ways that will resonate with female readers.” - Quentin Wilson

Stef Harris will talk about the writer’s journey, the creative process and where ideas come from.

Books for sale on the night, $35.00 each

Please text your name to 027 460 6403 to confirm attendance and to go into the draw for a free book – must be there to win.

Wednesday 9 April

5.30pm

TUKU25 - Nelson New Zealand a Ray Salisbury Book Talk Ray Salisbury, local author and photographer will showcase his visual book “Nelson New Zealand.”  This book presents the people of Nelson at work and play, as well as scenic natural features such as the three national parks. 

Thursday 10 April

10.30am - 1.00pm

Mixed Media Art Workshop

Come along to create ‘Mixed Media Art’ with Angie from ‘The Shed Service’.

Enjoy making art with different materials and learn tips and tricks.

All materials supplied.

Friday 11 April 

10.30am - 12.00pm

Anzac Poppy Making Workshop

In honour of ANZAC Day Motueka Library is holding a poppy making workshop. Come along and make a paper poppy or two and add them to our wreath.  

Monday 14 April

10.00am - 12.00pm

April School Holiday Programme - Out and About at Kiyosato Japanese Gardens

Explore beautiful Tasman locations with your library these April School Holidays.

Join us on The Great Egg Hunt Extravaganza at your local park with the Out & About events. Can you find all the weird and wonderful animal eggs?

Keep your eyes peeled there may be Easter treats to be discovered.

Cancelled if wet.

Wednesday 
16 & 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
17 & 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

TUKU25 - Virtual Reality Time Travel

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.

Wednesday 14 May

6.00pm - 8.00pm

Misdeeds in Motueka

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

Paper Flowers and Book Hedgehogs

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.

Monday 19 May

5.30pm

Haiku Evening

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

Murchison Library

Date & Time

Regular Events

Description

To Be Confirmed - Please check with library staff

Storytime 

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

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. 

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.

Monday 14 April – Friday 25 April

Opening Hours

April School Holiday Programme - Get Crafty

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

One per child.

Thursday 17 April

10.30am - 12.30pm

April School Holiday Programme - Out and About at Murchison Library

Explore beautiful Tasman locations with your library these April School Holidays.

Join us on The Great Egg Hunt Extravaganza at your local library with the Out & About events. Can you find all the weird and wonderful animal eggs?

Keep your eyes peeled there may be Easter treats to be discovered.

Cancelled if wet.

Thursday 24 April

11.00am - 12.30pm

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!

Richmond Library

Date & Time

Regular Events

Description

 

Tuesdays fortnightly
10.30am - 11.30am

April 1, 15 & 29
May 13 & 27

Dementia Friendly Library Group If you are living with Dementia, this group is for you. Come along to this supportive, friendly group facilitated by Debbie, Tracy and Deborah at your familiar local library.   

1.30pm - 3.00pm

Second Tuesday of every month

Wellby Talking Café

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 

Wriggle & Rhyme Come and explore music and songs, movement and rhythm, instruments, and stories while making new friends and spending quality time with your child age 2 years and under.   

Third Tuesday of the month

2.00pm - 3.00pm

Except April: 29 April

Richmond Writing Group

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 

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

Third Wednesday of the month

3.00pm - 4.00pm

Except April: 30 April

Book Group

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

 

English Conversation Group
Is your first language a language other than English? Would you like to improve your English with a qualified, experienced ESOL teacher? Join our friendly English conversation group for ESOL speakers. It’s free and all ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages) are welcome. 
 

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

10.30am - 12.00pm 

Family History Fridays

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

One-off Events  Description  

Opening hours during March

Claire Bywater Exhibition - Gallery Wall

Recently Claire has been working on the "Footfalls" series which take the viewer through an imagined house. Each room gives a view of the next or an echo of the one before, to tempt you to keep following the breadcrumbs. In the same vein, each painting has inspired a short story which similarly interconnect and cover the timeless themes of love, duty and secrets.

For further information please visit Claire's website: www.clairebywaterartist.com

Opening hours during February and March

Nelson Scale Model Builders Group - Glass Cabinets

February and March showcase the fantastic creativity and diversity of talents of the Nelson Scale Model Builders Group. This display features a wonderful mix of skill levels and genres - from award-winning builds seen at national competitions to works by newer builders just starting out. Nelson has a very talented community of model builders, and we’re thrilled to bring these rarely seen projects together for this display.

For further information about Nelson Scale Model Builders Group please visit: Nelson NZ Scale Model Builders Group

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 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

 

TUKU25 - Richmond’s History Hunt: Putting Faces to Stories

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

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

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.

Friday 28 March

10.30am - 12.00pm

TUKU25 - Family History Friday

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.

Tuesday 1 April - Wednesday 30 April

Opening Hours

TUKU25 - Gary Gibbens Landscape Artist Exhibition

Gary Gibbens has been painting landscapes for over 40 years.

Past President of Tasman Visual Arts and the Nelson Independent Art Group, (now Nelson Art Group) Gary paints in oils on canvas and board. His favourite subjects are the mountains of the South Island and the hills and valleys of the Nelson region.

For further information please visit Gary's website: www.garygibbens.com 

Tuesday 1 April - Wednesday 30 April

Opening Hours

TUKU25 - Tracks in the Snow: Skiing and memories on Pourangahau / Mount Robert 

Featuring a selection of special items from the Founders Heritage Park collection, this exhibition 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. 

Wednesday 2 and Thursday 3 April

10.00am - 4.00pm

TUKU25 - Tukutuku Together

An insight into the toi māori artform of tukutuku (lattice work).

Tukutuku convey pūrākau (stories) and this piece will acknowledge our unique heritage. This is an opportunity to collectively participate in creating tukutuku, have a go or just observe. The piece will be gifted to the Richmond Library in which we can see ourselves reflected in the finished artwork as a community. 

Thursday 10 April

10.00am - 12.00pm

TUKU25 - Introduction to Ancestry Workshop

Learn search tips for using Ancestry.com, look at various record collections for New Zealand and the UK, view Public Member Trees and send records home from the library. Basic computer skills are essential. 

Ask library staff or phone 03 543 8500 for more information and to register.

Tuesday 15 April

10.00am - 12.00pm

April School Holiday Programme - Out and About at Washbourn Gardens

Explore beautiful Tasman locations with your library these April School Holidays.

Join us on The Great Egg Hunt Extravaganza at your local park with the Out & About events. Can you find all the weird and wonderful animal eggs?

Keep your eyes peeled there may be Easter treats to be discovered.

Cancelled if wet.

Wednesday 16 & 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!

Tuesday 22 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

10.30am - 12.00pm

TUKU25 - Family History Friday

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.

Tākaka Library

Date & Time

Regular Events

Description

Every Tuesday

10.30am-11.30am

 

Word Savvy Poetry Group  Write poetry, read poetry, bring your favourite poem and discover new poets with other poetry lovers. 

Every Tuesday during term time

10.00am-10.30am

 

Wriggle & Rhyme Come and explore music and songs, movement and rhythm, instruments and stories while making new friends and spending quality time with your 0-2 year old. 

Last Tuesday of the month

1.00pm-2.00pm 

Silverfish Book Group Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? We pick a theme, a genre or an author for the month, and upon reading return the next month to have an enthusiastic and informal discussion about the books we’ve read. 

First Wednesday of the month

1.30pm - 3.00pm

Wellby Talking Café

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

Digi Drop-In Get help with your smartphone, tablet, laptop, e-Reader, or whatever digital device you have. If you're struggling to understand how to use your device,or want to find out more about the wide variety of e-Resources that can be accessed through the library, we can help. 

Date & Time

One-off Events

Description

Sunday 23 March - Sunday 4 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.

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.

Wednesday 9 April

10.30am - 12.00pm

Crocheting ANZAC Poppies 

Come along and crochet poppies for ANZAC Day.

Please bring a crochet hook, wool will be supplied. 

We are making our lives easy by following a simple pattern so we can go home with one or two finished poppies.  

Basic crocheting experience is needed. 

Monday 14 April 

10.00am - 12.00pm

Scrabble Fun

Celebrate one of the world’s most iconic board games at the Tākaka Library

Scrabble fun for youth with Murray Rogers. Learn some new tricks, make some new friends and celebrate this iconic game.  

All games are supplied. 

Start the school holidays off with some word fun! 

Register by 11 April at the Tākaka Library or by emailing jmrwordplay@gmail.com

Tuesday 15 April

10.00am - 12.00pm

April School Holiday Programme - Out and About at Tākaka Playground

Explore beautiful Tasman locations with your library these April School Holidays.

Join us on The Great Egg Hunt Extravaganza at your local park with the Out & About events. Can you find all the weird and wonderful animal eggs?

Keep your eyes peeled there may be Easter treats to be discovered.

Cancelled if wet.

Wednesday 16 & 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!

Tuesday 22 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!