Wā Tākaro
Newtown Library
Kēmu, kōrero, katakata, kaputī
Come along to play fun te reo games and meet others with a passion for te reo Māori. Expect fun, laughter, and a great chance to flex your language muscles.
Nau mai, haere mai, beginners+.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Culture and Language. Contact: Newtown Library, phone 389 2830. Theme: Language learning, te reo Māori, games, community.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable St
Newtown.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Sunday, November 30, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Kilbirnie Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Kilbirnie Library on 387 1480.
Monday, December 1, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Johnsonville Library on 477 6151.
Monday, December 1, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Let's talk in English!
Kilbirnie Library
Let’s talk in English! A free group for people who want to practise speaking and listening to English. Join anytime, just come to the library for these weekly sessions. Please note this group does not run during school holidays. Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Culture and Language. Contact: Kilbirnie Library, phone 387 1480.
Monday, December 1, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Monday, December 1, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. CRAFTerschool
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
CRAFTerschool is a free art and craft session aimed at school aged children.
Join us for a different project every week during term time.
Crafting starts at 3.30pm, please arrive by 4pm so you have time to complete the craft.
Suitable for children age 5+
Caregivers must remain onsite during sessions.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Phone Tawa Library on 232 1690.
Monday, December 1, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
158 Main rd
Tawa
5028.
Read to Kurī @ Waitohi
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us and our doggy guests from Canine Friends Pet Therapy for Read to Kurī at the library. You can book a 15-minute session to sit with one of our friendly dogs and read your favourite book, or one you've found at the library.
Read to Kurī aims to help children improve their literacy, self-confidence, and self-esteem in a relaxed, non-judgemental environment. This programme is perfect for tamariki aged 5+ who would like to practice their reading skills while making a new canine friend at the library.
To book your session, please call the library on 04 477 6151, or email johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz with your preferred date and time.
Bookings are for 15 minutes only. After you have booked, library staff will be in contact informing you what time to arrive for your session.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Event Type: Culture and Language. Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Johnsonville Library on 04 477 6151, or email johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz.
Monday, December 1, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville 6037.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Miramar Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Miramar Library, on 388 8005.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Off-site events
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Off-site. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Island Bay Community Centre, on 383 7464.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Island Bay Community Centre
137 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Cummings Park Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Cummings Park Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Cummings Park Library on 479 2344.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Cummings Park Library,
1a Ottawa Road
Ngaio
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Karori Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Karori Library on 476 8413.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Storytime with Author Ruth Paul
Karori Library
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of Te Māhanga Karori Library, please join us for a special storytime with local author/illustrator and friend of the library - Ruth Paul.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa
Everybody is welcome.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Special Events. Contact: Phone Karori Library on 476 8413. Theme: Special Preschool Storytime with local author/illustrator Ruth Paul.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Tawa Library on 232 1690.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Tawa Library
158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Let's talk in English!
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Let’s talk in English! A free group for people who want to practise speaking and listening to English. Join anytime, just come to the library for these weekly sessions. Please note this group does not run during school holidays. Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Culture and Language. Contact: Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
Nohinohi Reorua
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Nohinohi Reorua: whāngaia tō Tama Toa ki te pānui pukapuka! E toru tekau meneti pakiwaitara, rotarota, waiata hoki i roto i te reo Māori me te reo Ingarihi, nō ngā kōhungahunga me ō rātou mātua kaitiaki.
Get your superhero hooked on books with our special bilingual storytimes! Featuring stories, rhymes, and songs in te reo Māori and English, these 30-minute sessions are open to anyone, whether you're fluent in te reo Māori or just starting out.
Recommended for tamariki aged 2-6 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Culture and Language. Language: Te reo Māori and English. Contact: Phone Waitohi Johnsonville Library on 477 6151.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville 6037.
Tūhura Tech @ Korimako
Cummings Park Library
Let your creativity take wing with talented experts from Tūhura Tech at these free sessions where you can learn how to build games, robots, website, and much more. These sessions are for rangatahi in years 5-8.
Space is limited, so registrations are required. Find your preferred session on the Tūhura Tech website and register there: Sign Up for Tūhura Tech at Korimako | Cummings Park Library.
Nau mai tātou katoa | Everyone is welcome.
Where: Cummings Park Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Call Cummings Park Library on 479 2344.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:15 PM.
Cummings Park Library
1a Ottawa Road
Ngaio 6035.
For more info visit tuhuratech.org.nz. CRAFTerschool
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
CRAFTerschool is a free art and craft session aimed at school aged children.
Join us for a different project every week during term time.
Crafting starts at 3.30pm, please arrive by 4pm so you have time to complete the craft.
Suitable for children age 5+
Caregivers must remain onsite during sessions.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Phone Johnsonville Library - 477 6151.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Rd
Johnsonville.
Movie Night
Te Awe Library
Indie films, art-house flicks, documentaries and more -- join us at the library for a free film screening every week. Movies are selected from the library's collections and are suitable for adults. Check with the library to find out which movie is showing.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Seventeen Books and Counting: A talk on her writing career by Julia Millen
Karori Library
In celebration of Te Māhanga Karori Library's 20th anniversary, we welcome you to join us for a special event with local author Julia Millen.
Refreshments provided.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa
Everybody is welcome.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Special Events. Talks and Performances. Contact: Phone Karori library on 476 8413. Theme: Local Author Talk.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Preschool storytime
Newtown Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Newtown Library on 389 2830.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable Street
Newtown 6021.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Johnsonville Library on 477 6151.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Brooklyn Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.
Where: Brooklyn Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Brooklyn Library on 04 384 6814.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Brooklyn Library
Cnr of Harrison and Cleveland Streets
Brooklyn 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Tūhura Tech @ Te Māhanga
Karori Library
Let your creativity take wing with talented experts from Tūhura Tech at these free sessions where you can learn how to build games, robots, website, and much more. These sessions are for rangatahi in years 5-8.
Space is limited, so registrations are required. Find your preferred session on the Tūhura Tech website and register there: Sign Up for Tūhura Tech at Te Māhanga
Nau mai tātou katoa | Everyone is welcome.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Call Karori Library on 476 8413.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
For more info visit tuhuratech.org.nz. Let's go LEGO®
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Put your creative skills to the test to design and build your masterpieces. Each session will have a different theme and building challenges.
Recommended for children aged 5+ with their caregivers.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Contact: Phone Tawa Library on 232 1690.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Tawa Library
158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. CRAFTerschool
Miramar Library
CRAFTerschool is a free art and craft session aimed at school aged children.
Join us for a different project every week during term time.
Suitable for children age 5+
Caregivers must remain onsite during sessions.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Phone Miramar Library on 388 8005.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
Tūhura Tech @ Waitohi
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Let your creativity take wing with talented experts from Tūhura Tech at these free sessions where you can learn how to build games, robots, website, and much more. These sessions are for rangatahi in years 5-8.
Space is limited, so registrations are required. Find your preferred session on the Tūhura Tech website and register there: Sign Up for Tūhura Tech at Waitohi | Johnsonville Library
Nau mai tātou katoa | Everyone is welcome.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub > The HIVE. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Call Johnsonville Library on 477 6151.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville 6037.
For more info visit tuhuratech.org.nz. Dungeons and Dragons
Kilbirnie Library
Embark on Kilbirnie's next Dungeons & Dragons Adventure!
Are you ready to take on monsters, mysteries, and epic quests? Join us for an 8-week D&D campaign where you and your fellow adventurers will shape your destiny. Begin by choosing your character, who will grow stronger and more skills with every session.
No experience? No problem! Everything you need -- books, dice, and guidance -- will be provided.
Age range: Rangatahi aged 11-15
Joining: Spaces are limited, and by registering, you're committing to the full adventure.
A big thank you to the amazing whānau at Questbook for making this programme possible.
Ready to roll the dice? Register for the campaign using the Sign Up button above. Each adventurer needs a separate registration form filled out.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Teens. Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Special Events. Contact: Email enquiries@wcl.govt.nz or phone Kilbirnie Library on 04 387 1480.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:45 PM – 5:45 PM.
Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Library LEGO® Lovers!
Te Awe Library
Pop in to Te Awe Library after work any Wednesday to de-stress with LEGO®!
Each week will have a new broad theme. We'll supply the LEGO® a few build ideas, and the space!
Registration NOT required! Just show up and start creating.
Recommended for anybody 15+.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Te Awe Library: 04 801 3529.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Newtown Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Newtown Library, on 389 2830.
Thursday, December 4, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Newtown Library,
13 Constable St,
Newtown,
Wellington 6021.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Island Bay Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Island Bay Library on 383 7216.
Thursday, December 4, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Island Bay Library
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Karori Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Karori Library on 476 8413.
Thursday, December 4, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Miramar Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Thursday, December 4, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Thursday, December 4, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Read to Kurī at Kilbirnie Library
Kilbirnie Library
Join us and our doggy guests from Canine Friends Pet Therapy for Read to Kurī at the library. You can book a 15-minute session to sit with one of our friendly dogs and read your favourite book, or one you've found at the library.
Read to Kurī aims to help children improve their literacy, self-confidence, and self-esteem in a relaxed, non-judgemental environment. This programme is perfect for tamariki aged 5+ who would like to practice their reading skills while making a new canine friend at the library.
To book your session, please call the library on 04 387 1480, or visit the library and talk to the librarian at the desk.
Bookings are for 15 minutes only. After you have booked, library staff will be in contact informing you what time to arrive for your session.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Culture and Language. Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library on 04 387 1480.
Thursday, December 4, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
Page Turners Teen Book Club
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Are you ready to be part of the coolest book club around? Look no further than the Page Turners Book Club and Craft Society!
We meet fortnightly to discuss books, share kai, and do crafts. Explore new genres, get recommendations, and share your reviews!
For bookworms of all genders aged 11+.
Spaces are limited to 10 attendees per session.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Contact: Email Tawa Library at tawa.library@wcc.govt.nz.
Thursday, December 4, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
158 Main Road
Tawa.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Young Writer's Workshop
Karori Library
In celebration of Te Māhanga Karori Library's 20th anniversary, please join us for a young writer's workshop presented by local authors and friends of the library - Raj and Leela Chakraborti.
Suitable for writers 8-12 years.
Registrations required - register in person or by calling the library.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa.
Everybody is welcome.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Special Events. Contact: Karori Library, phone 476 8413.
Thursday, December 4, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Kilbirnie Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Kilbirnie Library on 387 1480.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Karori Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Karori Library on 476 8413.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime
Wadestown Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them.
Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Wadestown Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Wadestown Library on 473 5211.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Wadestown Library
Cnr Moorhouse St & Lennel Rd
Wadestown 6012.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Tea & Tales Book Club
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Enjoy lively book discussions, share what you're reading and peruse new and interesting books with like-minded people over a cuppa.
New members are always welcome.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Contact: Sabrina at Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151 or email enquiries@wcl.govt.nz.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville 6037.
For more info visit fb.me. LEGO® Time
Newtown Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in!
Recommended for ages 5+.
Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Newtown Library on 389 2830.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable St
Newtown.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Let's Go LEGO®
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Put your creative skills to the test to design and build your masterpieces. Each session will have a different theme and building challenges. Recommended for children aged 5+ with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Phone Johnsonville Library on 477 6151.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Dungeons and Dragons
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Calling all adventurers – seasoned questers and fresh-faced recruits alike – for Dungeons and Dragons campaign groups at your local library! We’ll provide the Dungeon Master, dice, books and gear – you provide the imagination. Recommended for aged 9-19. Registration required. Note: All groups and waitlists are currently full.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Teens. Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Phone Johnsonville Library on 477 6151.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Cuentacuentos - Storytimes in Spanish
Karori Library
Buenas noticias! Come along to Cuentacuentos - storytime sessions entirely in Spanish! Get ready for engaging storytelling and exciting activities that will entertain the whole whānau. Join us at Te Māhanga Karori Library every first Saturday of the month at 11 AM.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Culture and Language. Language: Spanish. Contact: Eloisa at Karori Library, phone 476 8413.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Cuentacuentos - ¡Celebra con nosotros!
Karori Library
Join us for a special Storytime in Spanish as part of Te Māhanga Karori Library’s 20th anniversary celebrations. We look forward to seeing you there!
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Culture and Language. Early Learning and Literacy. Music and Movies. Special Events. Contact: Karori Library, phone 476 8413. Theme: Storytime in Spanish.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Wā Tākaro
Newtown Library
Kēmu, kōrero, katakata, kaputī
Come along to play fun te reo games and meet others with a passion for te reo Māori. Expect fun, laughter, and a great chance to flex your language muscles.
Nau mai, haere mai, beginners+.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Culture and Language. Contact: Newtown Library, phone 389 2830. Theme: Language learning, te reo Māori, games, community.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable St
Newtown.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Sit 'n' Knit
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fortnightly sewing and craft group for thread-heads of all skill levels and ages. Bring along an existing project, some needles and some yarn, or use our basket of goodies..
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Knitting and craft community group.
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville
Wellington 6037.
Preschool storytime
Kilbirnie Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Kilbirnie Library on 387 1480.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Johnsonville Library on 477 6151.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Let's talk in English!
Kilbirnie Library
Let’s talk in English! A free group for people who want to practise speaking and listening to English. Join anytime, just come to the library for these weekly sessions. Please note this group does not run during school holidays. Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Culture and Language. Contact: Kilbirnie Library, phone 387 1480.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
Community Book Chat
Wadestown Library
Pop along to Wadestown Library for a casual conversation about books. Discuss what you've been reading lately, the books you love, and those you're keen to get into, with other book lovers. One of our librarians will be on hand with recommendations and readers' advisory.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa. Everybody is welcome.
Where: Wadestown Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Contact: Kath at Wadestown Library, phone 473 5211.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Wadestown Library
Corner of Moorhouse Street and Lennel Road
Wadestown.
For more info visit fb.me. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. CRAFTerschool
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
CRAFTerschool is a free art and craft session aimed at school aged children.
Join us for a different project every week during term time.
Crafting starts at 3.30pm, please arrive by 4pm so you have time to complete the craft.
Suitable for children age 5+
Caregivers must remain onsite during sessions.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Phone Tawa Library on 232 1690.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
158 Main rd
Tawa
5028.
Read to Kurī @ Waitohi
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us and our doggy guests from Canine Friends Pet Therapy for Read to Kurī at the library. You can book a 15-minute session to sit with one of our friendly dogs and read your favourite book, or one you've found at the library.
Read to Kurī aims to help children improve their literacy, self-confidence, and self-esteem in a relaxed, non-judgemental environment. This programme is perfect for tamariki aged 5+ who would like to practice their reading skills while making a new canine friend at the library.
To book your session, please call the library on 04 477 6151, or email johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz with your preferred date and time.
Bookings are for 15 minutes only. After you have booked, library staff will be in contact informing you what time to arrive for your session.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Event Type: Culture and Language. Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Johnsonville Library on 04 477 6151, or email johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz.
Monday, December 8, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville 6037.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Miramar Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Miramar Library, on 388 8005.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Off-site events
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Off-site. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Island Bay Community Centre, on 383 7464.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Island Bay Community Centre
137 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Cummings Park Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Cummings Park Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Cummings Park Library on 479 2344.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Cummings Park Library,
1a Ottawa Road
Ngaio
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Nohinohi Reorua
Karori Library
Nohinohi Reorua: whāngaia tō Tama Toa ki te pānui pukapuka! E toru tekau meneti pakiwaitara, rotarota, waiata hoki i roto i te reo Māori me te reo Ingarihi, nō ngā kōhungahunga me ō rātou mātua kaitiaki.
Get your superhero hooked on books with our special bilingual storytimes! Featuring stories, rhymes, and songs in te reo Māori and English, these 30-minute sessions are open to anyone, whether you're fluent in te reo Māori or just starting out.
Recommended for tamariki aged 2-6 with their caregivers.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Culture and Language. Language: Te reo Māori and English. Contact: Phone Te Māhanga Karori Library on 476 8413.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Road
Karori
Wellington 6012.
Preschool storytime
Karori Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Karori Library on 476 8413.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Tawa Library on 232 1690.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Tawa Library
158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Let's talk in English!
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Let’s talk in English! A free group for people who want to practise speaking and listening to English. Join anytime, just come to the library for these weekly sessions. Please note this group does not run during school holidays. Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Culture and Language. Contact: Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
Preschool storytime
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. CRAFTerschool
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
CRAFTerschool is a free art and craft session aimed at school aged children.
Join us for a different project every week during term time.
Crafting starts at 3.30pm, please arrive by 4pm so you have time to complete the craft.
Suitable for children age 5+
Caregivers must remain onsite during sessions.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Phone Johnsonville Library - 477 6151.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Rd
Johnsonville.
Movie Night
Te Awe Library
Indie films, art-house flicks, documentaries and more -- join us at the library for a free film screening every week. Movies are selected from the library's collections and are suitable for adults. Check with the library to find out which movie is showing.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Newtown Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Newtown Library on 389 2830.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable Street
Newtown 6021.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Johnsonville Library on 477 6151.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Brooklyn Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.
Where: Brooklyn Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Brooklyn Library on 04 384 6814.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Brooklyn Library
Cnr of Harrison and Cleveland Streets
Brooklyn 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Let's go LEGO®
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Put your creative skills to the test to design and build your masterpieces. Each session will have a different theme and building challenges.
Recommended for children aged 5+ with their caregivers.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Contact: Phone Tawa Library on 232 1690.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Tawa Library
158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. CRAFTerschool
Miramar Library
CRAFTerschool is a free art and craft session aimed at school aged children.
Join us for a different project every week during term time.
Suitable for children age 5+
Caregivers must remain onsite during sessions.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Phone Miramar Library on 388 8005.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
Library LEGO® Lovers!
Te Awe Library
Pop in to Te Awe Library after work any Wednesday to de-stress with LEGO®!
Each week will have a new broad theme. We'll supply the LEGO® a few build ideas, and the space!
Registration NOT required! Just show up and start creating.
Recommended for anybody 15+.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Te Awe Library: 04 801 3529.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Newtown Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Newtown Library, on 389 2830.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Newtown Library,
13 Constable St,
Newtown,
Wellington 6021.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Island Bay Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Island Bay Library on 383 7216.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Island Bay Library
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Karori Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Karori Library on 476 8413.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Miramar Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Read to Kurī at Kilbirnie Library
Kilbirnie Library
Join us and our doggy guests from Canine Friends Pet Therapy for Read to Kurī at the library. You can book a 15-minute session to sit with one of our friendly dogs and read your favourite book, or one you've found at the library.
Read to Kurī aims to help children improve their literacy, self-confidence, and self-esteem in a relaxed, non-judgemental environment. This programme is perfect for tamariki aged 5+ who would like to practice their reading skills while making a new canine friend at the library.
To book your session, please call the library on 04 387 1480, or visit the library and talk to the librarian at the desk.
Bookings are for 15 minutes only. After you have booked, library staff will be in contact informing you what time to arrive for your session.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Culture and Language. Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library on 04 387 1480.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
Page Turners Teen Book Club
Newtown Library
Are you ready to be part of the coolest book club around? Look no further than the Page Turners Book Club and Craft Society!
We meet fortnightly to discuss books, share kai, and do crafts. Explore new genres, get recommendations, and share your reviews!
For bookworms of all genders aged 11+.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable Street
Newtown
Wellington.
Wā Tākaro
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Learn and build te reo Māori skills together by playing games. Wherever you are in your te reo journey, come for a friendly kōrero and kai! FREE, no bookings required!
Kia kaha te reo Māori!
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Announcements. Culture and Language. Contact: Waitohi Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Kilbirnie Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Kilbirnie Library on 387 1480.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Karori Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Karori Library on 476 8413.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime
Wadestown Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them.
Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Wadestown Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Wadestown Library on 473 5211.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Wadestown Library
Cnr Moorhouse St & Lennel Rd
Wadestown 6012.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Newtown Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in!
Recommended for ages 5+.
Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Newtown Library on 389 2830.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable St
Newtown.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Let's Go LEGO®
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Put your creative skills to the test to design and build your masterpieces. Each session will have a different theme and building challenges. Recommended for children aged 5+ with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Phone Johnsonville Library on 477 6151.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Dungeons and Dragons
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Calling all adventurers – seasoned questers and fresh-faced recruits alike – for Dungeons and Dragons campaign groups at your local library! We’ll provide the Dungeon Master, dice, books and gear – you provide the imagination. Recommended for aged 9-19. Registration required. Note: All groups and waitlists are currently full.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Teens. Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Phone Johnsonville Library on 477 6151.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Wā Tākaro
Newtown Library
Kēmu, kōrero, katakata, kaputī
Come along to play fun te reo games and meet others with a passion for te reo Māori. Expect fun, laughter, and a great chance to flex your language muscles.
Nau mai, haere mai, beginners+.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Culture and Language. Contact: Newtown Library, phone 389 2830. Theme: Language learning, te reo Māori, games, community.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable St
Newtown.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Nohinohi Reorua
Kilbirnie Library
Nohinohi Reorua: whāngaia tō Tama Toa ki te pānui pukapuka! E toru tekau meneti pakiwaitara, rotarota, waiata hoki i roto i te reo Māori me te reo Ingarihi, nō ngā kōhungahunga me ō rātou mātua kaitiaki.
Get your superhero hooked on books with our special bilingual storytimes! Featuring stories, rhymes, and songs in te reo Māori and English, these 30-minute sessions are open to anyone, whether you're fluent in te reo Māori or just starting out.
Recommended for tamariki aged 2-6 with their caregivers.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Culture and Language. Language: Te reo Māori and English. Contact: Phone Te Awa-a-Taia Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library on 387 1480.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
Preschool storytime
Kilbirnie Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Kilbirnie Library on 387 1480.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Whānau Christmas Festival: Christmas Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
This favourite library programme will have a Christmas take-over at both the Monday and Wednesday sessions.
A fun and free programme for parents and caregivers to interact with their babies through song, rhyme and stories – with a festive twist!
Recommended for babies 0-2 years..
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Special Events. Music and Movies. Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Let's talk in English!
Kilbirnie Library
Let’s talk in English! A free group for people who want to practise speaking and listening to English. Join anytime, just come to the library for these weekly sessions. Please note this group does not run during school holidays. Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Culture and Language. Contact: Kilbirnie Library, phone 387 1480.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
Whānau Christmas Festival: Ukulele Holiday Jam
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Join us to sing Christmas and holiday inspired songs and play the ukulele. We have some ukes to share but please feel free to bring your own. Song sheets with chords will be provided.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.e.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Special Events. Music and Movies. Contact: Tawa Library, phone 232 1690. Theme: Ukulele Holiday Jam Christmas sing-along.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
158 Main Road
Tawa.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Whānau Christmas Festival: Christmas CRAFTerschool
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Make friends with other crafty kids and create beautiful Christmas crafts to take home. Recommended for tamariki aged 5+ with their caregivers.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome..
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Special Events. Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Tawa Library, phone 232 1690.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
158 Main Road
Tawa.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Read to Kurī @ Waitohi
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us and our doggy guests from Canine Friends Pet Therapy for Read to Kurī at the library. You can book a 15-minute session to sit with one of our friendly dogs and read your favourite book, or one you've found at the library.
Read to Kurī aims to help children improve their literacy, self-confidence, and self-esteem in a relaxed, non-judgemental environment. This programme is perfect for tamariki aged 5+ who would like to practice their reading skills while making a new canine friend at the library.
To book your session, please call the library on 04 477 6151, or email johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz with your preferred date and time.
Bookings are for 15 minutes only. After you have booked, library staff will be in contact informing you what time to arrive for your session.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Event Type: Culture and Language. Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Johnsonville Library on 04 477 6151, or email johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz.
Monday, December 15, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville 6037.
Pānui Tahi (Shared Reading)
Te Awe Library
Not your average book group! Running monthly on the third Tuesday of the month, our Pānui Tahi (Shared Reading) sessions are small, friendly reading sessions where we experience the fun of ‘Shared Reading’ and enjoy short stories and poetry read aloud over a cuppa. Everything provided. Everyone welcome!
‘Shared Reading’ is a movement that aims to break down barriers between people and literature, create connections and build community. Find out more about these groups and this movement on The Reading Revolution's website.
There are pauses for kōrero / discussion about the deeper meanings in the text, and what the group thinks about it, as well as pauses for kawhi and tī / coffee and tea, and pīhikete / biscuits!
Shared reading isn’t about what you might already know about literature, nor is it ‘literary criticism.’
It’s people’s personal response to the literature – how their lives and experiences meet and move with the work that’s read aloud.
How it works: A group of 8-10 participants, one facilitator…
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Contact: Email enquiries@wcl.govt.nz, or phone Te Awe on 801 3529.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington 6011.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Miramar Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Miramar Library, on 388 8005.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Off-site events
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Off-site. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Island Bay Community Centre, on 383 7464.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Island Bay Community Centre
137 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Cummings Park Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Cummings Park Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Cummings Park Library on 479 2344.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Cummings Park Library,
1a Ottawa Road
Ngaio
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Karori Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Karori Library on 476 8413.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Karori Library
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Whānau Christmas Festival: Christmas Baby Rock and Rhyme
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
This favourite library programme will have a Christmas take-over at both the Monday and Wednesday sessions.
A fun and free programme for parents and caregivers to interact with their babies through song, rhyme and stories – with a festive twist!
Recommended for babies 0-2 years..
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Special Events. Music and Movies. Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Tawa Library, phone 477 6151.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
158 Main Road
Tawa.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Whānau Christmas Festival: Ho Ho Holidays Storytime
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us for fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes with a festive theme.
Recommended for tamariki aged 2–5 with their caregivers.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome..
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Preschool. Event Type: Special Events. Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Whānau Christmas Festival: Christmas CRAFTerschool
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Make friends with other crafty kids and create beautiful Christmas crafts to take home. Recommended for tamariki aged 5+ with their caregivers.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome..
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Event Type: Special Events. Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Movie Night
Te Awe Library
Indie films, art-house flicks, documentaries and more -- join us at the library for a free film screening every week. Movies are selected from the library's collections and are suitable for adults. Check with the library to find out which movie is showing.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Whānau Christmas Festival: Li-BEAR-ian for a Day
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Give your teddy a chance to discover the fun of being a librarian for a day! They’ll help library staff with our Christmas programmes, make customers happy with their slick service, and help shelve books, books, books! When you pick up your tired teddy at the end of the day, they will have their own library lanyard and some photos to show you.
*Teddy drop-off from 9.15am – Teddy pick-up by 5.15pm*
Nau mai ngā teti pea katoa | All teddies welcome.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Special Events. Contact: Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Nohinohi Reorua
Newtown Library
Nohinohi Reorua: whāngaia tō Tama Toa ki te pānui pukapuka! E toru tekau meneti pakiwaitara, rotarota, waiata hoki i roto i te reo Māori me te reo Ingarihi, nō ngā kōhungahunga me ō rātou mātua kaitiaki.
Get your superhero hooked on books with our special bilingual storytimes! Featuring stories, rhymes, and songs in te reo Māori and English, these 30-minute sessions are open to anyone, whether you're fluent in te reo Māori or just starting out.
Recommended for tamariki aged 2-6 with their caregivers.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Culture and Language. Language: Te reo Māori and English. Contact: Phone Omārōrō Newtown Library on 389 2830.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable Street
Newtown
Wellington 6021.
Preschool storytime
Newtown Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Newtown Library on 389 2830.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable Street
Newtown 6021.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Whānau Christmas Festival: Christmas Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
This favourite library programme will have a Christmas take-over at both the Monday and Wednesday sessions.
A fun and free programme for parents and caregivers to interact with their babies through song, rhyme and stories – with a festive twist!
Recommended for babies 0-2 years..
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Special Events. Music and Movies. Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Brooklyn Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.
Where: Brooklyn Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Brooklyn Library on 04 384 6814.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Brooklyn Library
Cnr of Harrison and Cleveland Streets
Brooklyn 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Whānau Christmas Festival: Santa's Workshop Let's Go LEGO®
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Put your creative skills to the test as you design and build your festive masterpiece using our LEGO® collections. Recommended for tamariki aged 5+ with their caregivers.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome..
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Preschool. Event Type: Special Events. Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Tawa Library, phone 232 1690.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
158 Main Road
Tawa.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. CRAFTerschool
Miramar Library
CRAFTerschool is a free art and craft session aimed at school aged children.
Join us for a different project every week during term time.
Suitable for children age 5+
Caregivers must remain onsite during sessions.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Phone Miramar Library on 388 8005.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
Library LEGO® Lovers!
Te Awe Library
Pop in to Te Awe Library after work any Wednesday to de-stress with LEGO®!
Each week will have a new broad theme. We'll supply the LEGO® a few build ideas, and the space!
Registration NOT required! Just show up and start creating.
Recommended for anybody 15+.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Te Awe Library: 04 801 3529.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Newtown Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Newtown Library, on 389 2830.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Newtown Library,
13 Constable St,
Newtown,
Wellington 6021.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Island Bay Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Island Bay Library on 383 7216.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Island Bay Library
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Whānau Christmas Festival: Ho Ho Holidays Storytime
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Join us for fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes with a festive theme.
Recommended for tamariki aged 2–5 with their caregivers.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome..
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Preschool. Event Type: Special Events. Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Tawa Library, phone 232 1690.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
158 Main Road
Tawa.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Nohinohi Reorua
Miramar Library
Nohinohi Reorua: whāngaia tō Tama Toa ki te pānui pukapuka! E toru tekau meneti pakiwaitara, rotarota, waiata hoki i roto i te reo Māori me te reo Ingarihi, nō ngā kōhungahunga me ō rātou mātua kaitiaki.
Get your superhero hooked on books with our special bilingual storytimes! Featuring stories, rhymes, and songs in te reo Māori and English, these 30-minute sessions are open to anyone, whether you're fluent in te reo Māori or just starting out.
Recommended for tamariki aged 2-6 with their caregivers.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Culture and Language. Language: Te reo Māori and English. Contact: Phone Motu-kairangi Miramar Library on 388 8005.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar
Wellington 6022.
Preschool storytime
Miramar Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Whānau Christmas Festival: Ukulele Holiday Jam
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us to sing Christmas and holiday inspired songs and play the ukulele. We have some ukes to share but please feel free to bring your own. Song sheets with chords will be provided.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.e.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Special Events. Music and Movies. Contact: Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151. Theme: Ukulele Holiday Jam Christmas sing-along.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Page Turners Teen Book Club
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Are you ready to be part of the coolest book club around? Look no further than the Page Turners Book Club and Craft Society!
We meet fortnightly to discuss books, share kai, and do crafts. Explore new genres, get recommendations, and share your reviews!
For bookworms of all genders aged 11+.
Spaces are limited to 10 attendees per session.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Contact: Email Tawa Library at tawa.library@wcc.govt.nz.
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
158 Main Road
Tawa.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Whānau Christmas Festival: Li-BEAR-ian for a Day
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Give your teddy a chance to discover the fun of being a librarian for a day! They’ll help library staff with our Christmas programmes, make customers happy with their slick service, and help shelve books, books, books! When you pick up your tired teddy at the end of the day, they will have their own library lanyard and some photos to show you.
*Teddy drop-off from 9.15am – Teddy pick-up by 5.15pm*
Nau mai ngā teti pea katoa | All teddies welcome.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Special Events. Contact: Tawa Library, phone 232 1690.
Friday, December 19, 2025.
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
158 Main Road
Tawa.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tea and Tales (Mandarin)
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us for our Tea and Tales in Mandarin. If you love Mandarin literature, reading, and wish to learn its cultural history while connecting with people just like you; in a setting that is open to hearing and sharing your stories and knowledge; then we invite you to join us for Mandarin tea and tales on every third Friday of the month at 10:00-12:00 in Johnsonville library.
如果您是中国文学的爱好者，喜欢阅读 并希望学习和了解更多的中国文学知识愿意结交有共同爱好的新朋友 海阔天空的侃聊人生故事…… 欢迎您参加我们的康乐读书会活动。
时间: 每月的第三个星期五 上午10:00-12:00.
地点: 乔森威尔图书馆(Johnsonville Library)一楼会议室 .
联系人：June；电话号码：04-4776151。
Ethnic communities.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Adults. Event Type: Culture and Language. Contact: June at Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151. Theme: Mandarin Tea and Tales.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Kilbirnie Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Kilbirnie Library on 387 1480.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Newtown Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in!
Recommended for ages 5+.
Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Newtown Library on 389 2830.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable St
Newtown.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Whānau Christmas Festival: Santa's Workshop Let's Go LEGO®
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Put your creative skills to the test as you design and build your festive masterpiece using our LEGO® collections. Recommended for tamariki aged 5+ with their caregivers.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome..
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Event Type: Special Events. Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Dungeons and Dragons
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Calling all adventurers – seasoned questers and fresh-faced recruits alike – for Dungeons and Dragons campaign groups at your local library! We’ll provide the Dungeon Master, dice, books and gear – you provide the imagination. Recommended for aged 9-19. Registration required. Note: All groups and waitlists are currently full.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Teens. Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Phone Johnsonville Library on 477 6151.
Friday, December 19, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Sit 'n' Knit
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fortnightly sewing and craft group for thread-heads of all skill levels and ages. Bring along an existing project, some needles and some yarn, or use our basket of goodies..
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Knitting and craft community group.
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville
Wellington 6037.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Monday, December 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Off-site events
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Off-site. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Island Bay Community Centre, on 383 7464.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Island Bay Community Centre
137 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Movie Night
Te Awe Library
Indie films, art-house flicks, documentaries and more -- join us at the library for a free film screening every week. Movies are selected from the library's collections and are suitable for adults. Check with the library to find out which movie is showing.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Library LEGO® Lovers!
Te Awe Library
Pop in to Te Awe Library after work any Wednesday to de-stress with LEGO®!
Each week will have a new broad theme. We'll supply the LEGO® a few build ideas, and the space!
Registration NOT required! Just show up and start creating.
Recommended for anybody 15+.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Te Awe Library: 04 801 3529.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Libraries closed for Christmas Day
Announcements
All our libraries will be closed on Christmas Day. For our full holiday hours visit https://wcl.govt.nz/holidayhours.
Where: Brooklyn Library. Cummings Park Library. Island Bay Library. Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Karori Library. Khandallah Library. Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Miramar Library. Newtown Library. Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Wadestown Library. Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Event Type: Announcements.
Thursday, December 25, 2025.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Libraries closed for Boxing Day
Announcements
All our libraries will be closed on Boxing Day. For our full holiday hours visit wcl.govt.nz/holidayhours.
Where: Brooklyn Library. Cummings Park Library. Island Bay Library. Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Karori Library. Khandallah Library. Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Miramar Library. Newtown Library. Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Wadestown Library. Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Event Type: Announcements.
Friday, December 26, 2025.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Saturday, December 27, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Sunday, December 28, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Monday, December 29, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Off-site events
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Off-site. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Island Bay Community Centre, on 383 7464.
Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Island Bay Community Centre
137 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Movie Night
Te Awe Library
Indie films, art-house flicks, documentaries and more -- join us at the library for a free film screening every week. Movies are selected from the library's collections and are suitable for adults. Check with the library to find out which movie is showing.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Library LEGO® Lovers!
Te Awe Library
Pop in to Te Awe Library after work any Wednesday to de-stress with LEGO®!
Each week will have a new broad theme. We'll supply the LEGO® a few build ideas, and the space!
Registration NOT required! Just show up and start creating.
Recommended for anybody 15+.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Te Awe Library: 04 801 3529.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Libraries closed for New Year's Day
Announcements
All our libraries will be closed for New Year's Day.
Where: Brooklyn Library. Cummings Park Library. Island Bay Library. Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Karori Library. Khandallah Library. Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Miramar Library. Newtown Library. Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Wadestown Library. Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Event Type: Announcements.
Thursday, January 1, 2026.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Island Bay Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Island Bay Library on 383 7216.
Thursday, January 1, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Island Bay Library
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Thursday, January 1, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Libraries closed on January 2nd
Announcements
All our libraries will be closed on January 2nd.
Where: Brooklyn Library. Cummings Park Library. Island Bay Library. Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Karori Library. Khandallah Library. Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Miramar Library. Newtown Library. Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Wadestown Library. Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Event Type: Announcements.
Friday, January 2, 2026.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Sunday, January 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Sit 'n' Knit
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fortnightly sewing and craft group for thread-heads of all skill levels and ages. Bring along an existing project, some needles and some yarn, or use our basket of goodies..
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Knitting and craft community group.
Sunday, January 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville
Wellington 6037.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Monday, January 5, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Off-site events
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Off-site. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Island Bay Community Centre, on 383 7464.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Island Bay Community Centre
137 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Movie Night
Te Awe Library
Indie films, art-house flicks, documentaries and more -- join us at the library for a free film screening every week. Movies are selected from the library's collections and are suitable for adults. Check with the library to find out which movie is showing.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Library LEGO® Lovers!
Te Awe Library
Pop in to Te Awe Library after work any Wednesday to de-stress with LEGO®!
Each week will have a new broad theme. We'll supply the LEGO® a few build ideas, and the space!
Registration NOT required! Just show up and start creating.
Recommended for anybody 15+.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Te Awe Library: 04 801 3529.
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Island Bay Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Island Bay Library on 383 7216.
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Island Bay Library
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Sunday, January 11, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Monday, January 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Off-site events
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Off-site. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Island Bay Community Centre, on 383 7464.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Island Bay Community Centre
137 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Movie Night
Te Awe Library
Indie films, art-house flicks, documentaries and more -- join us at the library for a free film screening every week. Movies are selected from the library's collections and are suitable for adults. Check with the library to find out which movie is showing.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Library LEGO® Lovers!
Te Awe Library
Pop in to Te Awe Library after work any Wednesday to de-stress with LEGO®!
Each week will have a new broad theme. We'll supply the LEGO® a few build ideas, and the space!
Registration NOT required! Just show up and start creating.
Recommended for anybody 15+.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Te Awe Library: 04 801 3529.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Island Bay Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Island Bay Library on 383 7216.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Island Bay Library
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Sunday, January 18, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Sit 'n' Knit
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fortnightly sewing and craft group for thread-heads of all skill levels and ages. Bring along an existing project, some needles and some yarn, or use our basket of goodies..
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Knitting and craft community group.
Sunday, January 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Johnsonville Library
34 Moorefield Road
Johnsonville
Wellington 6037.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Monday, January 19, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Pānui Tahi (Shared Reading)
Te Awe Library
Not your average book group! Running monthly on the third Tuesday of the month, our Pānui Tahi (Shared Reading) sessions are small, friendly reading sessions where we experience the fun of ‘Shared Reading’ and enjoy short stories and poetry read aloud over a cuppa. Everything provided. Everyone welcome!
‘Shared Reading’ is a movement that aims to break down barriers between people and literature, create connections and build community. Find out more about these groups and this movement on The Reading Revolution's website.
There are pauses for kōrero / discussion about the deeper meanings in the text, and what the group thinks about it, as well as pauses for kawhi and tī / coffee and tea, and pīhikete / biscuits!
Shared reading isn’t about what you might already know about literature, nor is it ‘literary criticism.’
It’s people’s personal response to the literature – how their lives and experiences meet and move with the work that’s read aloud.
How it works: A group of 8-10 participants, one facilitator…
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Contact: Email enquiries@wcl.govt.nz, or phone Te Awe on 801 3529.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington 6011.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Miramar Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Miramar Library, on 388 8005.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Off-site events
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Off-site. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Island Bay Community Centre, on 383 7464.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Island Bay Community Centre
137 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Movie Night
Te Awe Library
Indie films, art-house flicks, documentaries and more -- join us at the library for a free film screening every week. Movies are selected from the library's collections and are suitable for adults. Check with the library to find out which movie is showing.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Nohinohi Reorua
Newtown Library
Nohinohi Reorua: whāngaia tō Tama Toa ki te pānui pukapuka! E toru tekau meneti pakiwaitara, rotarota, waiata hoki i roto i te reo Māori me te reo Ingarihi, nō ngā kōhungahunga me ō rātou mātua kaitiaki.
Get your superhero hooked on books with our special bilingual storytimes! Featuring stories, rhymes, and songs in te reo Māori and English, these 30-minute sessions are open to anyone, whether you're fluent in te reo Māori or just starting out.
Recommended for tamariki aged 2-6 with their caregivers.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Culture and Language. Language: Te reo Māori and English. Contact: Phone Omārōrō Newtown Library on 389 2830.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable Street
Newtown
Wellington 6021.
Library LEGO® Lovers!
Te Awe Library
Pop in to Te Awe Library after work any Wednesday to de-stress with LEGO®!
Each week will have a new broad theme. We'll supply the LEGO® a few build ideas, and the space!
Registration NOT required! Just show up and start creating.
Recommended for anybody 15+.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Te Awe Library: 04 801 3529.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Newtown Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Newtown Library, on 389 2830.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Newtown Library,
13 Constable St,
Newtown,
Wellington 6021.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Island Bay Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Island Bay Library on 383 7216.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Island Bay Library
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Miramar Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Brooklyn Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.
Where: Brooklyn Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Brooklyn Library on 04 384 6814.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Brooklyn Library
Cnr of Harrison and Cleveland Streets
Brooklyn 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Let's Go LEGO®
Miramar Library
Put your creative skills to the test to design and build your masterpieces. Each session will have a different theme and building challenges.
Recommended for children aged 5+ with their caregivers.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Contact: Phone Miramar Library on 388 8005.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Kilbirnie Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Kilbirnie Library on 387 1480.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Free art & ecology workshop with artist Gabby O’Connor
Kilbirnie Library
Join a free art and ecology workshop with local artist Gabby O’Connor and become part of Rau Whārangi an exciting community exhibition.
The workshop will explore the native plants of Te Whanganui-a-Tara drawing on Gabby’s research with mana whenua taiao experts, ecologists and kaimahi at Ōtari Native Botanic Garden. Participants will use images of native leaves to make pictures and patterns on illuminated lightboxes. The artworks will be photographed and included in the first exhibition at Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui, our redeveloped central library when the building reopens in March 2026. Workshops are suitable for all ages. Children under 14 must be accompanied by caregivers. , All materials provided. Mess-free with no glue or scissors. , There are additional activities for fast and interested makers. , No booking required.
Dr Gabby O’Connor is a Wellington based artist with a background in science communication. She regularly collaborates with students, scientists and communities to create large-scale…
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Adults. Teens. Children. Seniors. Preschool. Event Type: Special Events. Contact: Kilbirnie Library, phone 387 1480. Theme: Free art and ecology workshop.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
Free art & ecology workshop with artist Gabby O’Connor
Newtown Library
Join a free art and ecology workshop with local artist Gabby O’Connor and become part of Rau Whārangi an exciting community exhibition.
The workshop will explore the native plants of Te Whanganui-a-Tara drawing on Gabby’s research with mana whenua taiao experts, ecologists and kaimahi at Ōtari Native Botanic Garden. Participants will use images of native leaves to make pictures and patterns on illuminated lightboxes. The artworks will be photographed and included in the first exhibition at Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui, our redeveloped central library when the building reopens in March 2026. Workshops are suitable for all ages. Children under 14 must be accompanied by caregivers. , All materials provided. Mess-free with no glue or scissors. , There are additional activities for fast and interested makers. , No booking required.
Dr Gabby O’Connor is a Wellington based artist with a background in science communication. She regularly collaborates with students, scientists and communities to create large-scale…
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Special Events. Contact: Newtown Library, phone 389 2830. Theme: Free art and ecology workshop.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable Street
Newtown
Wellington 6021.
Wā Tākaro
Newtown Library
Kēmu, kōrero, katakata, kaputī
Come along to play fun te reo games and meet others with a passion for te reo Māori. Expect fun, laughter, and a great chance to flex your language muscles.
Nau mai, haere mai, beginners+.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Culture and Language. Contact: Newtown Library, phone 389 2830. Theme: Language learning, te reo Māori, games, community.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable St
Newtown.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. LEGO® Time
Te Awe Library
Come down to the library and get creative in these free-build sessions with our extensive LEGO® collections. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in! Recommended for ages 5-105. Children under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Sunday, January 25, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Kilbirnie Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Kilbirnie Library on 387 1480.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Let's talk in English!
Kilbirnie Library
Let’s talk in English! A free group for people who want to practise speaking and listening to English. Join anytime, just come to the library for these weekly sessions. Please note this group does not run during school holidays. Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Culture and Language. Contact: Kilbirnie Library, phone 387 1480.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Miramar Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Miramar Library, on 388 8005.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Off-site events
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Off-site. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Island Bay Community Centre, on 383 7464.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Island Bay Community Centre
137 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Movie Night
Te Awe Library
Indie films, art-house flicks, documentaries and more -- join us at the library for a free film screening every week. Movies are selected from the library's collections and are suitable for adults. Check with the library to find out which movie is showing.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 5:45 PM – 8:00 PM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Library LEGO® Lovers!
Te Awe Library
Pop in to Te Awe Library after work any Wednesday to de-stress with LEGO®!
Each week will have a new broad theme. We'll supply the LEGO® a few build ideas, and the space!
Registration NOT required! Just show up and start creating.
Recommended for anybody 15+.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Te Awe Library: 04 801 3529.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Newtown Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies.
Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Newtown Library, on 389 2830.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Newtown Library,
13 Constable St,
Newtown,
Wellington 6021.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Island Bay Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Call Island Bay Library on 383 7216.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Island Bay Library
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool storytime
Miramar Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs, and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them. Recommended for children aged 2 – 4 years with their caregivers.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Te Awe Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Te Awe Library on 801 3529.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Te Awe Library
29B Brandon Street
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Brooklyn Library
Join us for these fun and free sessions for parents and carers to interact with their babies through songs and stories. Rhyme, rhythm, repetition and music are the building blocks of language for babies. Recommended for children aged 0 – 2 years and their caregivers.
Nau mai rā tātou katoa | Everybody is welcome.
Where: Brooklyn Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone Brooklyn Library on 04 384 6814.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Brooklyn Library
Cnr of Harrison and Cleveland Streets
Brooklyn 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz.