Sign up for Raumati Reads!
Raumati Reads is a free, fun summer reading challenge for primary school aged children that will help them maintain their reading levels over the summer break. It’s a must-do for the school holidays offering free events and activities at local libraries across Tāmaki Makaurau, with great prizes to be won from Auckland Live, Auckland Zoo, Auckland Pools and Leisure, Auckland FC and the Maritime Museum.
Tamariki and their whānau can register from Saturday 6 December at their local Auckland Libraries branch to begin the challenge, which runs until Sunday 1 February.
Visit the Raumati Reads school holidays page for all you need to know: https://new.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/en/school-holidays.html
Wonderful World of Tiger Worms: Wednesday 7 January, 11.00am
Dive into the fascinating world of tiger worms and discover how these tiny composting heroes turn food scraps into fertiliser for your plants. Suitable for children ages 5 – 8, register through: https://compostcollective.org.nz/events/free-kids-worm-farm-glen-eden-library-glen-eden/
Science with Physics Pathfinders: Thursday 8 January, 2.30pm
The student run organisation Physics Pathfinders will lead you in some fun science experiments in this workshop. Suitable for ages 7 - 12. Register from Monday 8th December via the following link: https://shorturl.at/jPTBg
Lotions and Potions Session with the ReCreators: Wednesday 14 January, 2.30pm
Join us to make your own lotions and potions using all natural ingredients. Perfect for relaxation and gentle on the planet! Suitable for ages 5+. Register from Monday 8th December via the following link: https://tinyurl.com/5vjtu7m5
Clay Dragon Eyes: Thursday 15 January, 10.00am
Join the Titirangi Library team at Glen Eden Library and sculpt your own dragon’s eye using clay and a glass gem. Suitable for ages 5+. No registration required.
Matata Studio Robot Coding Workshop: Friday 16 January, 10.30am
Come and explore this cool robot coding set and learn logic and problem solving in a fun way! Suitable for children 6+. No registration needed. Space is limited, late comers may be disappointed.
Summer POP 3D Card Craft with Lene: Tuesday 20 January, 10.30am
Join Lene for a fun paper craft session and make a summer POP-up card. You are welcome to add your own designs or use some of the examples provided. Let’s get creative! Suitable for children 5+. No registration required. Space is limited, late comers may be disappointed.
Wriggle and Rhyme in the Park: Wednesday 21 January, 11.00am
Join us for some fun active movement, singing, dancing and bubbles at Ceramco Park. Remember to bring sunhats and water bottles to keep you safe from the sun. This event is weather dependent. Suitable for all the pēpē (babies) and whānau.
Logic and Maths Games: Thursday 22 January, 2.30pm
Do you love maths? No boring calculations and long division in this session, we will be playing games! Suitable for children 7 – 13. No registration required.
