Libraries

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

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Libraries 17 Dec 2020

Library hours align with public demand this Christmas

During this Christmas and New Year break, 54 of our 55 Auckland libraries will close for four extra days responding to data showing that Aucklanders visit libraries less frequently during this period.

Libraries 2 Dec 2020

Libraries help get summer sorted with ‘Top 100’ books

Auckland’s 55 libraries have curated their Top 100 list of titles – in ten categories - ready for summer 2021.

Libraries 24 Nov 2020

Papakura Library lifts to get revamp

Papakura's Sir Edmund Hillary Library is having its lifts to the carpark revamped, which will mean visitors will need to use the stairs or the other ground floor lift.

Libraries 23 Nov 2020

10 millionth eBook makes history

Aucklander Sarid Olvera Anzures downloaded an eBook on her phone in August, unaware she had just borrowed the 10 millionth OverDrive eBook from Auckland Council Libraries.

Libraries 17 Nov 2020

Gone fishing with a reel 3D-printed at Te Manawa library

For just the cost of materials, Aucklanders can make use of 3D printers at eight Auckland Council Libraries across the region.

Arts 16 Oct 2020

'Food for Thought' exhibition tempts Auckland's tastebuds

Take your tastebuds along to Food for Thought at the Central City Library and prepare to leave feeling hungry.

Libraries 13 Oct 2020

Wrap-around services in uncertain times

Auckland Council Libraries are responding to emerging community needs as the city moves to recover from the impacts of COVID-19.

Libraries 1 Oct 2020

Libraries help demystify election process

Auckland Council Libraries has recently launched the ‘Your Vote Counts’ programme, designed to support Aucklanders in the lead-up to the 2020 General Election.

Events238 Results

02 Aug 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

The Reading Revolution

Enjoy a relaxed and fun discussion over a cuppa about a short story and a poem we will read aloud...

02 Nov 2024

Diwali Celebrations at Pukekohe Library

Join us at Pukekohe library to celebrate Diwali on Saturday 2nd of November from 10.30am to 1.30pm.

07 Sep 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Women's Wellbeing Chinese Talk Series

We cordially invite you to our once-a-month Women’s Wellbeing Talk series.

01 Jun 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Craft Kids

Delight your child's imagination and creativity as they explore various crafts and unleash their...

04 May 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Kids’ Pokemon Trading Card Club

Come along and meet up with other Pokémon trading card fans.

06 Apr 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Saturday Book Chat

Join us once a month for a friendly chat about your latest reads.

04 Nov 2024 - 13 Jan 2025

Mackelvie Pattern Books

Don’t miss a summer display with highlights from James Mackelvie’s library including rare pattern...

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...