Libraries

See the latest news and find out what's happening at an Auckland Council Library near you.

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Community 25 May 2016

Join the Jane Austen book club

Despite being nearly two decades after her death, Jane Austen’s legacy continues to live on – including right here in Auckland. Howick Library has captured her legacy by creating a Jane Austen book club.

Libraries 29 Apr 2016

Library book returned 67 years overdue

A library book has been returned to Auckland Council’s Epsom Community Library almost 70 years after it was due.

Community 29 Apr 2016

Monkey business welcome at Auckland Libraries

2016 is Year of the Monkey and this week Auckland Libraries have kicked off a great range of events to celebrate the fact.

Libraries 29 Apr 2016

Central Library a warm escape for the homeless

For Auckland’s homeless, the comfort and warmth of the Auckland Central Library is a far stretch from the social isolation of the city streets - especially behind the pages of a good book.

Libraries 14 Apr 2016

Makeover complete for New Lynn library

The New Lynn library has received an upgrade to improve customers’ experience.

Community 2 Mar 2016

Small but perfectly formed

Kaukapakapa Library, one of the smallest libraries in NZ, was included in a recent BBC radio documentary on tiny book-lending institutions.

Development 2 Mar 2016

Local buildings at the ‘heart of communities’

A recent Auckland Council survey has revealed a strong appreciation of local buildings among Aucklanders.

Educational 29 Jan 2016

Growing great Aucklanders – spaces available now

Families across Auckland have been enjoying the care and attention of early childhood educators at Kauri Kids.

Events159 Results

02 Apr 2024 - 14 Dec 2024

Digital Seniors Free Tech Help - Birkenhead

Digital Seniors coaches can help seniors with things such as connecting with friends and whanau o...

21 Mar 2024 - 26 Dec 2024

Crochet Club

Make friends, chat, and work on your project while enjoying free tea or coffee.

14 Mar 2024 - 27 Dec 2024

Knitting Circle

Come and knit at Blockhouse Bay Library!

01 Mar 2024 - 19 Dec 2024

Korean Bilingual Rhymetime

Bring the whole family for songs, rhymes, and stories.

08 Feb 2024 - 27 Jun 2024

North Shore Signers Meet-Ups

Our meet-ups are designed to create community for people using New Zealand Sign Language.

08 Feb 2024 - 19 Dec 2024

Wriggle & Rhyme - Rānui Library

Come along and join other parents at Rānui Library for a fun programme that promotes active movem...

01 Feb 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

Free English Class

Join in our friendly class!

01 Feb 2024 - 12 Dec 2024

Relaxation Dance Class

Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music.