Libraries

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

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Libraries 16 Aug 2023

Reopening of St Heliers Library in its iconic building

St Heliers Library has reopened in its permanent location following upgrades.

14-24 year olds 18 Jul 2023

Plan to shape Pukekohe endorsed

The Unlock Pukekohe masterplan to guide development in the town has been endorsed by Franklin Local Board.

Central City Library 17 Jul 2023

Witi Ihimaera named as inaugural patron for Auckland Council Libraries’ We Read Auckland Festival

Witi Ihimaera is named as the first ever patron of Auckland Council Libraries’ Ka Pānui Tātau i Tāmaki Makaurau / We Read Auckland festival.

Heritage 6 Jul 2023

Exploring hidden heritage at Auckland Council Libraries

From Shakespeare's First Folio to rare maps and manuscripts, Auckland Council Libraries Heritage Collections are a treasure trove of information about our past.

Libraries 17 May 2023

Six cosy book nooks at Auckland’s libraries

As well as providing us with free access to gazillions of books, Auckland Council’s 56 libraries provide safe, comforting spaces where you can read, ponder, connect with others – and even whizz down a slide.

City Centre Waterfront 8 May 2023

New sounds emerge from Central City Library basement for Music Month

This is the second year of an Auckland Council programme called Ka Mua Ka Muri Te Iho Auaha. Named after a Māori proverb meaning walking backwards into the future, the premise is that knowing where you came from can help you know where you’re going.

Community 21 Mar 2023

Point Chevalier Little Library pops up

While Point Chevalier Library is out of action, the little library is the neighbourhood's new temporary location that offers a small collection of loan books.

Community 24 Feb 2023

More funds found for critical projects

Extra funding has been allocated to advance projects at two popular Howick Local Board local sites.

Events228 Results

05 Feb 2024 - 02 Dec 2024

Monthly Knitting & Crochet Group

Meet new people, make new friends while working on your current project over a chat and free tea...

02 Apr 2024 - 03 Dec 2024

Book Chat - Waitākere Central Library

Come and join our Book Chat group, where you can share your favourite reads, hear what others are...

02 Apr 2024 - 03 Dec 2024

Tuesday Book Chat

Our Tuesday book chat group meet over a cuppa to discuss and recommend their reading over each mo...

13 Feb 2024 - 10 Dec 2024

The Shamrocks: Irish Genealogy Special Interest Group

The Shamrocks welcome you to meet with them and listen to speakers and discuss Irish history topics.

01 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

Kumeu Book Chat

Join our friendly, informal book group to share your favourite reads and find great new titles.

07 Aug 2024

Negative Space: Genealogy Gaps Can Help Your Tree Flourish

let’s explore a technique called the Negative Space Approach.

06 Mar 2024 - 04 Dec 2024

Book Chat - Sir Edmund Hillary Library

Join our lively group and meet others who are interested in sharing their reading.

07 Feb 2024 - 04 Dec 2024

Book Chat - Glen Eden Library

Come and join our Book Chat group, share your favourite reads and make new friends with other ent...