Libraries

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

Events166 Results

05 Jan 2023 - 07 Dec 2023

Crochet Club

Share projects and patterns with other crocheters in the community.

04 Dec 2023 - 25 Jan 2024

Raumati Reads - Ōrewa Library

Unleash your creativity and join us for a month of festive fun and activities.

29 Nov 2023 - 18 Feb 2024

Ngako: The Collections Talk Exhibition

In this exhibition, you can enjoy watching the nine short films, listening to the podcast series,...

02 Nov 2023 - 07 Nov 2024

Book Chat - Avondale Library

Everyone is welcome to join this friendly group to discuss books over tea or coffee.

12 Oct 2023 - 28 Dec 2023

Digital Seniors Hub: Drop-In - Birkenhead Library

Digital coaches can help seniors get online for things such as connecting with friends and whanau...

14 Sep 2023 - 28 Dec 2023

Warkworth Library's BrainFit (for adults)

Come and join Warkworth Library's brain fitness programme! Aimed at anyone who wants to train the...

17 Aug 2023 - 14 Dec 2023

Rhymetime

Rhymetime is a fun, free session including music, songs, movement, stories and finger rhymes. 

20 Jul 2023 - 07 Dec 2023

Cartooning For Kids

This is a fun activity for absolute beginners and all materials are provided.

News186 Results

Community 29 Nov 2023

Investigations into future Point Chevalier community hub underway

Four options are being investigated for future library and community services in Point Chevalier and will be presented to Albert-Eden Local Board in mid-2024.

Libraries 16 Nov 2023

New hours for Mt Roskill Library

The new schedule reduces opening times by two hours – closing half an hour earlier on Mondays and Fridays, and an hour earlier on Thursdays. 

Libraries 27 Oct 2023

Point Chevalier Library turns a page

Great news for local book lovers in Point Chevalier. The library will move to a new home for its books, following the decision to relocate in 2024.

Council news 4 Oct 2023

Auckland Council Libraries adapt research services to changing needs

Research and heritage collection services enter a new era

Libraries 27 Sep 2023

Auckland Council Libraries now a one-stop shop

The incorporation of Auckland Council’s last six service centres into community hubs is rolling out, bringing a successful integration programme to an end and boosting service options for Aucklanders.

Central City Library 15 Sep 2023

Learn the whakapapa of a historic Māori phrasebook this Mahuru Māori

As we celebrate Mahuru Māori, a remarkable piece of history resurfaces as part of Auckland Council Libraries’ Ngako: The Collections Talk, providing a glimpse into the rich linguistic heritage of te reo Māori.

Kids / Family 11 Sep 2023

Exciting school holiday events ahead with Auckland Council

Spring into the school holidays with an array of exhilarating and family-friendly events that will excite even the hardest-to-please member of your whānau.