Raumati Reads summer reading challenge & The Seven Stages of Rehua at Waimāhia (Clendon) Library.
Week 1 — Matiti Kura – Early Summer Signs
Mon 15 Dec – Nature Scavenger Hunt & Nature Texture Collage (3:30–4:30pm)
Explore the outdoors and collect natural items to make a textured collage.
Tue 16 Dec – Kahikatea & Totara Berry Craft (3:30–4:30pm)
Create colorful berry crafts inspired by the ripening fruits of Matiti Kura.
Wed 17 Dec – Arabic Language Week Activity Craft (10:30–11:30am)
Wed 17 Dec – Eco-Investigators (3:30–4:30pm)
Run by House of Science
Become a mini MPI officer! Explore biosecurity through hands-on activities like screening seeds, examining stick bugs, and learning about marine invaders with games and puzzles.
Thu 18 Dec – Make a Native Bird Puppet (Pīpīwharauroa or Tui) (3:30–4:30pm)
Craft a bird puppet inspired by the summer birds singing in Matiti Kura.
Fri 19 Dec – STEM Coding: Mix & Move with AI (Registration Required) (3:30–4:30pm)
Run by Code 4 Change NZ
Get moving and coding! Design digital dancers, remix music, and create AI-powered dance shows in this fun, interactive STEM session for Tamariki.
Week 2 — Matiti Hana – Blossoms, Light & Christmas
Mon 22 Dec – Borax Crystal Ornaments (10:30–11:30am)
Make sparkling crystal ornaments inspired by the Rehua star and Christmas lights.
Tue 23 Dec – Christmas Wreath (10:30–11:30am)
Create festive wreaths using blossoms and seasonal textures.
Wed 24 Dec – Christmas Cards (10:30–11:30am)
Design cards celebrating summer flowers, light, and seasonal textures.
Week 3 — Matiti Muramura – Red Blossoms & New Year
Mon 29 Dec – New Year Wish Paper Jars (10:30–11:30am)
Write and decorate your own paper wish jar to celebrate new beginnings and summer energy.
Tue 30 Dec – Make Your Own 2026 Mini Calendar (Rehua Star) (10:30–11:30am)
Plan your year ahead while celebrating the stages of summer.
Wed 31 Dec – Happy New Year Party Hat (10:30–11:30am)
Ready to party? Create your own DIY hats inspired by summer flowers, berries, and stars!
Week 4 — Matiti Kaiwai – Dry Earth & Water Awareness
Mon 5 Jan – Yummy Snack Lab Creations (10:30–11:30am)
Make it, decorate it, eat it! A tasty summer snack adventure.
Tue 6 Jan – Edible Earth Colors & Sunshine Craft (10:30–11:30am)
Make colorful creations inspired by dry earth and sunny summer days.
Wed 7 Jan – Splash Battle (10:30–11:30am)
Ready to get soaked? Join us for a wild water balloon battle filled with splashes, laughter, and summer fun!
Thu 8 Jan – Paper Kite (10:30am–12pm)
Create and fly kites inspired by summer winds and Rehua’s summer signs.
Fri 9 Jan – Whimsy & Co: Hands-On Art for Curious Kids (10:30–11:30am) (Registration Required)
Join Javeria and Mary from Whimsy & Co. Studio for a playful, hands-on art session! Children explore, experiment, and express their ideas using open-ended materials. All materials provided—just bring your imagination!
Week 5 — Matiti Raurehu & Rautapata – Movement, Falling Seeds, Summer Energy
Mon 12 Jan – Skateboarding Fun (10:30–11:30am) (Registration Required)
Get moving this summer with Young Guns Skate School! Join us for an energetic skateboarding session full of tricks, skills, and fun for all levels. All skateboards, helmets, and safety gear will be provided.
Tue 13 Jan – GKR Karate (10:30–11:30am)
Kick, punch, and power up! Join GKR Karate for an action-packed session full of energy, fun, and skill-building.
Wed 14 Jan – Our Waimahia Wonder Wall (10:30–11:30am)
Let’s discover what makes Waimahia the place we love! Kids can add their voice to a giant community creation, sharing what they know — from favourite playgrounds and secret paths to bird songs and little wonders all around. Together, we’ll celebrate the everyday magic that makes our neighbourhood so special!
Thu 15 Jan – Circular Forest Scenes Art (10:30am–12:30pm) (Registration Required)
Create art with the ReCreators team, inspired by falling leaves and the changing summer forest.
Fri 16 Jan – Nature Characters & Animals (10:30–11:30am)
Craft your favourite animals and characters inspired by nature, reflecting the Rehua summer stages.
Week 6 — Matiti Rauangina – Falling Leaves & Summer Closing
Mon 19 Jan – STEM Coding: Mix & Move with AI (Registration Required) (10:30–11:30am)
Run by Code 4 Change NZ
Get moving and coding! Design digital dancers, remix music, and create AI-powered dance shows in this fun, interactive STEM session for our Tamariki.
Tue 20 Jan – Nature Discovery: Bumblebees (10:30–11:30am)
Run by House of Science
Buzz into science! Examine preserved bumblebees, learn about their lifecycle, and discover how they compare to honeybees in fun, interactive activities.
Wed 21 Jan – Air-Dry Clay (10am–12pm)
Siriporn from Falcon-Grey Ceramic will guide you in shaping and designing with air-dry clay, using textures and treasures from nature.
Thu 22 Jan – Watercare Session (10:30–11:30am)
Join the Watercare team to explore water use, learn how to care for our waterways, and discover why protecting the environment matters.
Fri 23 Jan – Final Rehua Celebration & Magic Show Workshop (10:30am–12pm):
Wrap up our summer celebrations with bubbles, music, crafts, and a grand finale magic show run by What’s Magic, followed by a hands-on magic workshop. All participants will receive certificates!
