Join us for some fun activities this summer. A few of our events require registration; otherwise, just turn up and join in! And don’t forget to sign up your tamariki for Raumati Reads for a summer of reading adventures and chances to win some amazing prizes!
Please note tamariki must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver.
Saturday 20 December - 2-4pm: Sew a Fabric Star with the Re-Creators
Re-use fabric scraps and buttons to make a decorative star. This is a great activity for tamariki to practice sewing on a button – an essential skill for learning to mend clothing in the future!
This activity involves using a sewing needle. We recommend it for children aged 7 and over, with close adult supervision.
Saturday 21 December - 2:30-4pm: Make a Christmas card
Join our regular community art group to make Christmas cards. This activity is suitable for all whānau.
Tuesday 23 December - 2pm start: Christmas Movie
Settle in at the library for a family Christmas movie. All welcome.
Monday 5 January - Sunday 1 February: Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a scavenger hunt from the desk and spend the summer exploring our library. The scavenger hunt can be done at any time throughout these dates, but please note the Research and Heritage floor closes at 6pm on weekdays and is closed on Sundays.
Thursday 8 January - 11am-12:30pm: Litter Hunt & DIY T-shirt Yarn Bracelets
Note: this event is in Albert Park. Spaces are limited. Please register here: centralcitylibrarykids@govt.co.nz
Join the WasteWise team for a fun-filled litter hunt and sorting activity, followed by tips and tricks for recycling right and reusing what you already have at home. You will also get to make a DIY friendship bracelet with yarn made from old t-shirts!
Remember to wear comfortable shoes and meet at the band Rotunda in Albert Park at 11am. In the event of bad weather, we will meet inside the Central City Library.
Suitable for ages 6 and over.
Saturday 10 - 2-3:30pm: Book Craft sessions
Get creative with some book-themed crafts.
Suitable for ages 5 and over.
Tuesday 13 January - 1:30-3:30pm: Miniature Library Dioramas & Book Craft
Make miniature library scenes for our display case.
Suitable for ages 5 and over.
Thursday 15 January - 11:30am-2:30pm: Moana VR with Pacific Kids Learning
Drop in and explore a digital Pacific stories VR world, created by Pacific Kids Learning.
Monday 19 & Tuesday 20 January - 2-3:30pm: Cardboard Box Crankie
Make a crankie theatre by drawing a story scroll and attaching it to dowels to create a moving picture.
This activity is recommended for ages 8 and over.
Saturday 24 January - 2-3pm or 3-4pm: STEAM Club with Brain Play
Come along to our monthly STEAM club. Every month you can challenge yourself with an activity to make, test and improve, using science, tech, engineering, art and maths principles.
There are 2 session times. Book here: https://www.brainplay.co.nz/events-and-holidays or drop in on the day.
This programme is suitable for ages 8 and over.
Wednesday 28 January - 4pm: Cardboard Animals with the Re-Creators
Make a stand-up cardboard animal, using the slot technique.
Suitable for ages 5 and over.
Friday 30 January - 2pm start: Summer Whānau Movie
Chill out at the library with a summer movie.
Suitable for whānau ages 5 and over.
