Libraries
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
More funds found for critical projects
Extra funding has been allocated to advance projects at two popular Howick Local Board local sites.
International recognition of historically significant papers for Auckland collection
Auckland Council Libraries are delighted to have the Clendon Papers added to the UNESCO Memory of the World Register.
Get your summer reading sorted with Auckland Council Libraries
A favourite way to while away the warm summer afternoons is lazing about at the beach or a local park with a book in hand.
Events181 Results
Blockhouse Bay Library Book Club
Come along and join our lively discussions about what you've been reading, and find new books fro...
Love and Remix your Leftovers Workshop - Waiuku Library
Learn new ideas to use up those forgotten ingredients hiding at the back of your fridge and pantr...
Naturopath Rachelle Turrell’s Improve & Reset Gut Health
Discover the fascinating world of the gut microbiome including its influence on mood and mental h...
Monthly Knitting & Crochet Group
Meet new people, make new friends while working on your current project over a chat and free tea...
Age Concern's Coping with Caring
This talk by Age Concern examines the impact of caring for someone with a chronic illness as well...
Job Search in New Zealand
This talk offers practical information to help new migrants find employment and more.
Dough and Play
Have fun with dough modelling, creative art and quality time for your whole family.
Understanding Dementia
Come and listen to an essential talk by Brendan Hallam from Dementia Auckland about the different...
