Libraries

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

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Libraries 1 Aug 2022

Over 100 ways to bring books to life at We Read Auckland

Bring the whānau and celebrate Auckland’s readers, writers and the stories that bring us together with Ka Pānui Tātau i Tāmaki Makaurau | We Read Auckland in August.

Libraries 22 Jul 2022

Look out for our mobile libraries at the markets

If you are visiting one of the local markets at Smiths Avenue, Ōtara or Wesley, why not drop by at one of our mobile libraries for some fun activities to do?

Heritage 13 Jul 2022

Strong future for grand old building

St Heliers Community Library services will be relocating temporarily to Turua Hall

Libraries 30 Jun 2022

Aucklanders welcomed back to libraries with lost book amnesty

Aucklanders who have not been to an Auckland Council Library for some time are being welcomed back with a three-month long amnesty which started on 1 July 2022.

Council news 23 Jun 2022

Auckland Council finalist in excellence awards

Click and collect, outdoor spin classes, virtual concerts and ground-breaking kauri programme make it to the finals of local government excellence awards.

Libraries 11 Feb 2022

New adult literacy books launched

Literacy Waitākere and Auckland Council Libraries are marking the Festival of Adult Learning Ahurei Ākonga with the launch of three new adult literacy books on 12 March 2022 at New Lynn Library.

Libraries 31 Oct 2021

Study at home for teens with Auckland Libraries

Keep teens motivated with online resources that help them succeed with their schoolwork while schools are closed.

Events133 Results

12 Dec 2024

Unwind before Christmas with a SoulCollage® workshop

Create a small collage with personal meaning to calm and centre yourself during this busy season.

12 Dec 2024 - 23 Jan 2025

Raumati Reads - free summer reading fun at Howick Library

Come and join our fun school holiday activities for everyone.

14 Nov 2024 - 12 Dec 2024

Spoken Words - Reading poetry together

Come and enjoy a shared poetry reading experience.

06 Nov 2024 - 13 Jan 2025

Mackelvie Pattern Books

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

24 Oct 2024 - 19 Dec 2024

Mandarin Storytime

Stories, actions, songs and music presented in Mandarin only.

14 Oct 2024 - 13 Dec 2024

English & Computer Skills Training

This course is a great launchpad to further study or work.

04 Sep 2024 - 01 Feb 2025

Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu

The rich soundscape accompanying the exhibition brings the written word to life and affirms the e...

25 Jul 2024 - 19 Dec 2024

Wriggle & Rhyme - Birkenhead Library

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...