Pre-school storytime at Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library
Kilbirnie Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 387 1480, or email us.
Monday, May 10, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 232 1690, or email us.
Monday, May 10, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
cnr Cambridge St & Main Rd
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Monday, May 10, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Social English Group at Kilbirnie Library
Kilbirnie Library
Come along to our free English conversation sessions at Kilbirnie Library. We meet every Monday from 11am-12pm to chat and improve our English conversation skills. All levels welcome!
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Culture and Language. Language: English. Contact: Fiona at Kilbirnie library - ph. 387 1480.
Monday, May 10, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Tea & Tales (Chinese)
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us for our Chinese Tea and Tales. Get to know other Mandarin migrants and speakers in the community, share your story, learn to use the great resources in the library, pick up some everyday English along the way, and much more. If you are learning Mandarin, please come along to this group to practice your Mandarin too.
如果您喜欢阅读 喜欢结交有共同爱好的新朋友 海阔天空的侃聊人生故事……或是想学习如何运用图书馆内的设施; 学习简单的生活实用英语 那就来乔森威尔图书馆吧 <<悠雅书舍>>欢迎您的加入。 时间是: 每月第二个星期一的上午10：00到11:30。 地点是: 乔森威尔图书馆(Johnsonville Library)一楼会议室 。 电话号码:04-4776151.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Adults. Event Type: Culture and Language. Contact: June Ling and YuYu Zhang. Theme: Tea and Tales (Chinese).
Monday, May 10, 2021, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Monday, May 10, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
CRAFTerschool
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
CRAFTerschool is a free art & craft session aimed at school aged children. Sessions run from 3.30 - 4.30pm during the school term only. Try your hand at activities such as drawing, origami, mask making and much more.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Tawa Library. Theme: CRAFTerschool.
Monday, May 10, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Tawa Library,
158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
Code Club @ Newtown Library
Newtown Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/Z2cz1 to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: William at Newtown Library, 389 2830.
Monday, May 10, 2021, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
13 Constable Street
Newtown 6021.
Games Night @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
Join us at Arapaki Library for a night of boardgame fun! People of all age groups are welcome, and you can come along as an individual or with a group. We have a great selection of games, but you are welcome to bring your own favourites to share with others. BYO snacks.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: hannah.jenkin@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Monday, May 10, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Games Night
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
5-6pm every Monday at Johnsonville Library, Waitohi.
Choose from a selection of fun board games with friends and future friends. They are like apps that live outside your phone!
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Monday, May 10, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub,
34 Moorefield Road,
Johnsonville,
Wellington 6037.
Baby Rock & Rhyme at Island Bay Library
Island Bay Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 477 6151, or email us.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Island Bay Library
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Better Digital Futures at Kilbirnie library
Kilbirnie Library
Register for a series of free computer classes. For seniors who want to use digital technologies to pursue hobbies, find the right digital device, communicate with family and friends, and become more independent online.
Registration is at the link below:
https://diaa.arlo.co/w/upcoming/location-ruth-gotlieb-kilbirnie-library/.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Lauryn Hedley at Kilbirnie Library - phone 387 1480. Theme: Digital skills for seniors.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit diaa.arlo.co. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Miramar Library
Miramar Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 388 8005, or email us.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Ave
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Brooklyn Library
Brooklyn Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Brooklyn Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 384 6814, or email us.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
1 Harrison St
Brooklyn 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Cummings Park Library
Cummings Park Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Cummings Park Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 479 2344, or email us.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Cummings Park Library
1 Ottawa Rd
Ngaio 6035.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Kōhunga Kōrero
Karori Library
Kōhunga Kōrero - Whāngaia tō Tama Toa ki te pānui pukapuka
Pakiwaitara, rotarota, waiata hoki i te reo Māori mō ngā kōhungahunga.
Kōhunga Kōrero - Get your superhero hooked on stories.
Preschool storytimes in te reo Māori.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Culture and Language. Early Learning and Literacy. Language: Te Reo Māori. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Karori Library, 247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Karori Library
Karori Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them.
Johnsonville Library has many storytimes each week for you to enjoy, including:
One weekly session on Fridays in te reo Māori
One monthly session on the first Saturday of the month in a community language.
Recommended for children aged 2 - 4 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Ngā Uruora and Where We Swim: Books at the Crossroads
Te Awe Library
Join Ingrid Horrocks, Turi Park, Tim Park and MC Rebecca Priestley as they discuss the ecologies, histories and personal journeys that weave their way through the ground-breaking books Ngā Uruora and Where We Swim.
Ngā Uruora and Where We Swim: a vital conversation at a time of radical change.
PANELLISTS:
INGRID HORROCKS: Dr Ingrid Horrocks is a writer whose work spans poetry, travel, environment and community. Her previous books have have included Travelling with Augusta: 1835 and 1999 and Women Wanderers and the Writing of Mobility. Her latest work, Where We Swim, has been called “beautiful, surprising, mysterious, deep and reflective”.
TURI PARK: Turi Park designed the powerful cover image for his late father’s book Ngā Uruora. He is a brand strategist, creative director and contemporary painter, with works held in both public and private collections. His paintings have been described as “large, layered and allusive” exploring “the darkened fringes of our remaining forests.”
TIM PARK: Tim Park is Man…
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Talks and Performances.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit bit.ly. Better Digital Futures at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
Better Digital Futures is a community-based digital literacy programme that supports adults to build their digital skills in small easy steps.
The programme is for anyone wanting basic computer knowledge who wishes to develop digital skills relevant to their work and life.
In this stream we will be covering: Online Shopping , Digital Banking , Managing Photos , Problem Solving Online
Registrations are essential and can be found here: https://diaa.arlo.co/w/courses/266-digital-engagement-pathway/12489.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Te Awe Library -- phone 04 801 3529. To register, click the link in the event description.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit diaa.arlo.co. Code Club @ Karori Library
Karori Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/SH1wK to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: Charlotte at Karori Library, 476 8413.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
Zine Make n' Swap
Arapaki Manners Library
Come on down to Arapaki Library on Manners Street every Tuesday evening to spend some time making zines and socialising with other local zinemakers. We'll supply plenty of materials, but feel free to bring your own as well.
Once you've finished putting your zines together, you can swap with other zinemakers and/or you can donate your completed zines to the library, which people will then be able to browse and borrow!
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Movie Night
Te Awe Library
Indie films, art-house flicks, documentaries and more -- join us at the library for a free film screening every month. 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.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021, 5:45 PM – 7:15 PM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Pre-school storytime at Cummings Park Library
Cummings Park Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Cummings Park Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 479 2344, or email us.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
1 Ottawa Rd
Ngaio 6035.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Karori Library
Karori Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library
Kilbirnie Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 387 1480, or email us.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Newtown Library
Newtown Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 389 2830, or email us.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
13 Constable St
Newtown 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Social English Group at Newtown Library
Newtown Library
Come along to our free English conversation sessions at Newtown Library. We meet every Wednesday from 11am-12pm to chat and improve our English conversation skills. All levels welcome!
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Adults. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Culture and Language. Language: English. Contact: Newtown Library (ph 389 2830).
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable Street
Newtown
Wellington 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Better Digital Futures at Arapaki Library
Arapaki Manners Library
Better Digital Futures is a digital literacy programme that supports adults to build their digital skills in small easy steps.
The programme is for anyone wanting basic computer knowledge who wishes to develop digital skills relevant to their work and life.
In this stream we will be covering: Pursuing Hobbies , Finding the Right Device , Communicating with Family , Reducing Dependence on Others
Registrations are essential and can be found here: https://diaa.arlo.co/w/courses/267-digital-introductory-pathway/12484.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Arapaki Manners Library: 04 803 8303. For registrations, you can register at the link in the description.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library
12 Manners Street
Wellington.
For more info visit diaa.arlo.co. Baby Rock and Rhyme at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. CRAFTerschool
Miramar Library
Come down to Miramar Library after school on Wednesdays during term time for these fun, free arts and crafts sessions for school-aged children. Get stuck into activities such as drawing, beading, origami, mask-making, and more, while making friends with other crafty kids.
Suitable for children aged 5-12.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: 388 8005.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
CRAFTerschool
The HIVE
Free arts and crafts for school-aged children. Get stuck into activities such as drawing, beading, origami, mask-making and much more.
Whatever your level of ability, you'll have heaps of fun while making friends with other crafty kids in these hands-on sessions.
Registrations not required.
This programme runs weekly during term-time.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub > The HIVE. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Code Club @ He Matapihi Library
He Matapihi Molesworth Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: click here to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: He Matapihi Molesworth. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: Reece at He Matapihi, 801 4122.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM.
70 Molesworth Street
Thorndon 6011.
For more info visit codeclub.nz. Chess Night @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
If you enjoyed the “Queen’s gambit” come along to Arapaki Library on Wednesdays
Between 5.00pm - 6.45pm to play chess. We have two chess sets available, or you are welcome to bring your own, for an evening of challenging games. People of all age groups are welcome.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: diana.gornik@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Code Club Level 2
The HIVE
Code Club Level 2 is a free coding club for children who have some coding experience under their belts. Students will select stimulating projects to work through supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0, Python, and HTML/CSS. Registrations are required: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/VFQY6 to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub > The HIVE. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Thursday, May 13, 2021, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Pre-school storytime at Island Bay Library
Island Bay Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 383 7216, or email us.
Thursday, May 13, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Karori Library
Karori Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Thursday, May 13, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Miramar Library
Miramar Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 388 8005, or email us.
Thursday, May 13, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
68 Miramar Ave
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Arapaki Library
Arapaki Manners Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 803 8303, or email us.
Thursday, May 13, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
12 Manners Street
Wellington Central 6011.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Thursday, May 13, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington 6011.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Let's Go LEGO®
Cummings Park Library
Let's build - let's explore - let's create! Come along to your library on the 2nd Thursday of every month to create your LEGO® masterpiece.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Where: Cummings Park Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Cummings Park (Ngaio) Library, 479 2344.
Thursday, May 13, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
1a Ottawa Road
Ngaio 6035.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Code Club Level 1
The HIVE
Code Club Level 1 is a free coding club for children at the beginning of their coding journey. Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0 only. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/orAgL to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub > The HIVE. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology.
Thursday, May 13, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Write Night @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
Come along to Arapaki Library on Thursday for our very own Write Night! This is a fantastic opportunity for budding and professional writers alike to come together and enjoy a space to pursue new and old writing projects. There will be fun themed events and other fun writing activities to get your writing juices flowing! All age groups welcome.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: enquiries@wcl.govt.nz, or phone the Arapaki Library team on 04 803 8303. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Thursday, May 13, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Movie night @ Wadestown
Wadestown Library
We are showing free movies at Wadestown Library, with a new theme every month. Films are suitable for adults and mostly rated PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) or G (General). Everyone is welcome.
Where: Wadestown Library. Audience: Adults. Event Type: Music and Movies. Contact: 04 4735211.
Thursday, May 13, 2021, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
1 Moorhouse St, Wadestown, Wellington 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Tawa Library
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 232 1690, or email us.
Friday, May 14, 2021, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Tawa Library
cnr Cambridge St & Main Rd
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library
Kilbirnie Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 387 1480, or email us.
Friday, May 14, 2021, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Karori Library
Karori Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Friday, May 14, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Wadestown Library
Wadestown Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Wadestown Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 473 5211, or email us.
Friday, May 14, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
cnr Moorhouse St & Lennel Rd
Wadestown 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at He Matapihi
He Matapihi Molesworth Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help 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 with their caregivers.
Where: He Matapihi Molesworth. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: 048014122.
Friday, May 14, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
He Matapihi Molesworth Library, 70 Molesworth Street, Wellington.
Kōhunga Kōrero
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Whāngaia tō Tama Toa ki te pānui pukapuka. Pakiwaitara i roto i te reo Māori. E 30 meneti pakiwaitara, rotarota, waiata hoki i roto i te reo Māori nō ngā kōhungahunga me ō rātou mātua kaitiaki. Get your superhero hooked on books with storytimes in te reo Māori at your local library. Featuring stories, rhymes and songs in te reo Māori, these sessions are open to anyone, and are recommended for children aged 2 - 6 years. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registrations not required.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Culture and Language. Early Learning and Literacy. Language: Te reo Māori.
Friday, May 14, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Johnsonville Library, 34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Let's Go LEGO®
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Let's build - let's explore - let's create! Come along to Johnsonville Library every second Friday to create your LEGO® masterpiece. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in.
Suitable for ages 5+. Children under the age of 14 years should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Jville Library on 477 6151.
Friday, May 14, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub,
34 Moorefield Road,
Johnsonville,
Wellington 6037.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Silent Book Club @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
Come along to Arapaki Library on Friday nights for our very own silent book club! Bring your current book or browse our shelves for something new and read alongside other book-lovers with the opportunity to discuss afterwards. People of all age groups are welcome.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Contact: madeleine.gallagher@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Friday, May 14, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
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 campaigns at your local library.
Solve problems, fight battles of epic proportions, and find your people in a friendly and supportive environment. We'll provide the Dungeon Master, dice, books and gear; you provide the imagination.
Registrations required. Email - johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz to secure your place.
Recommended for ages 9 - 19.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Teens. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Friday, May 14, 2021, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Let's Go LEGO®
Karori Library
Let's build - let's explore - let's create! Come along to your library on the 3rd Saturday of every month to create your LEGO® masterpiece.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Children. Contact: Karori Library, 476 8413.
Saturday, May 15, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Code Club @ Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: click here to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
NOTE: Tawa Code Club is currently full. Contact the library to be added to the waitlist; however the list is currently long and placement for the next two terms cannot be guaranteed.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: Catherine at Tawa Library, 232 1690.
Saturday, May 15, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit codeclub.nz. Social Saturdays
Newtown Library
Join us for a relaxed hour of arts, crafts, and skill swaps. Enjoyed by people of all ages.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Newtown Library. Theme: arts, crafts, and skill swaps.
Saturday, May 15, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
13 Constable Street
Newtown 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them.
Johnsonville Library has many storytimes each week for you to enjoy, including:
One weekly session on Fridays in te reo Māori
One monthly session on the first Saturday of the month in a community language.
Recommended for children aged 2 - 4 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Saturday, May 15, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Family Storytime
Te Awe Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Saturday, May 15, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
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 years should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Registrations are not required.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Sunday, May 16, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29b Brandon Street.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Movies at the Hub
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us for a free movie screening every other Sunday at Johnsonville Library. We'll be showing a handpicked selection of films from our collection. Check our Facebook for ratings and more information.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies.
Sunday, May 16, 2021, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library,
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Pre-school storytime at Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library
Kilbirnie Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 387 1480, or email us.
Monday, May 17, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 232 1690, or email us.
Monday, May 17, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
cnr Cambridge St & Main Rd
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Monday, May 17, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Social English Group at Kilbirnie Library
Kilbirnie Library
Come along to our free English conversation sessions at Kilbirnie Library. We meet every Monday from 11am-12pm to chat and improve our English conversation skills. All levels welcome!
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Culture and Language. Language: English. Contact: Fiona at Kilbirnie library - ph. 387 1480.
Monday, May 17, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Monday, May 17, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
CRAFTerschool
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
CRAFTerschool is a free art & craft session aimed at school aged children. Sessions run from 3.30 - 4.30pm during the school term only. Try your hand at activities such as drawing, origami, mask making and much more.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Tawa Library. Theme: CRAFTerschool.
Monday, May 17, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Tawa Library,
158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
Let's Go LEGO®
Newtown Library
Let's build - let's explore - let's create! Come along to your library on the 3rd Monday of every month to create your LEGO® masterpiece.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Contact: Newtown Library, 389 2830.
Monday, May 17, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
13 Constable Street
Newtown 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Harp Concert
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
It's NZ Music Month! What better way to celebrate than listening to the soothing sounds of local harpist Tiffany Baker at Waitohi Library. Tiffany is happy to chat to you about her craft after the performance.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies. Special Events. Contact: Johnsonville Library, phone 477 6151. Theme: A fun and relaxing harp performance to help celebrate NZ Music Month.
Monday, May 17, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub,
34 Moorefield Road,
Johnsonville,
Wellington 6037.
For more info visit tiffanybakerharp.weebly.com. Code Club @ Newtown Library
Newtown Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/Z2cz1 to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: William at Newtown Library, 389 2830.
Monday, May 17, 2021, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
13 Constable Street
Newtown 6021.
Games Night @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
Join us at Arapaki Library for a night of boardgame fun! People of all age groups are welcome, and you can come along as an individual or with a group. We have a great selection of games, but you are welcome to bring your own favourites to share with others. BYO snacks.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: hannah.jenkin@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Monday, May 17, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Games Night
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
5-6pm every Monday at Johnsonville Library, Waitohi.
Choose from a selection of fun board games with friends and future friends. They are like apps that live outside your phone!
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Monday, May 17, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub,
34 Moorefield Road,
Johnsonville,
Wellington 6037.
Baby Rock & Rhyme at Island Bay Library
Island Bay Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 477 6151, or email us.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Island Bay Library
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Better Digital Futures at Kilbirnie library
Kilbirnie Library
Register for a series of free computer classes. For seniors who want to use digital technologies to pursue hobbies, find the right digital device, communicate with family and friends, and become more independent online.
Registration is at the link below:
https://diaa.arlo.co/w/upcoming/location-ruth-gotlieb-kilbirnie-library/.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Lauryn Hedley at Kilbirnie Library - phone 387 1480. Theme: Digital skills for seniors.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit diaa.arlo.co. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Miramar Library
Miramar Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 388 8005, or email us.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Ave
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Brooklyn Library
Brooklyn Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Brooklyn Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 384 6814, or email us.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
1 Harrison St
Brooklyn 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Cummings Park Library
Cummings Park Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Cummings Park Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 479 2344, or email us.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Cummings Park Library
1 Ottawa Rd
Ngaio 6035.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Karori Library
Karori Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Community Craft Circle
Wadestown Library
Come along to Wadestown library for our monthly community craft circle. Held on the third Tuesday of each month, bring your latest craft project to work on and socialise with some fellow crafters.
Where: Wadestown Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Kath Read.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
1 Moorhouse Street
Wadestown 6012.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them.
Johnsonville Library has many storytimes each week for you to enjoy, including:
One weekly session on Fridays in te reo Māori
One monthly session on the first Saturday of the month in a community language.
Recommended for children aged 2 - 4 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Better Digital Futures at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
Better Digital Futures is a community-based digital literacy programme that supports adults to build their digital skills in small easy steps.
The programme is for anyone wanting basic computer knowledge who wishes to develop digital skills relevant to their work and life.
In this stream we will be covering: Online Shopping , Digital Banking , Managing Photos , Problem Solving Online
Registrations are essential and can be found here: https://diaa.arlo.co/w/courses/266-digital-engagement-pathway/12489.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Te Awe Library -- phone 04 801 3529. To register, click the link in the event description.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit diaa.arlo.co. Code Club @ Karori Library
Karori Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/SH1wK to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: Charlotte at Karori Library, 476 8413.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
Zine Make n' Swap
Arapaki Manners Library
Come on down to Arapaki Library on Manners Street every Tuesday evening to spend some time making zines and socialising with other local zinemakers. We'll supply plenty of materials, but feel free to bring your own as well.
Once you've finished putting your zines together, you can swap with other zinemakers and/or you can donate your completed zines to the library, which people will then be able to browse and borrow!
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Movie Night
Te Awe Library
Indie films, art-house flicks, documentaries and more -- join us at the library for a free film screening every month. 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.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021, 5:45 PM – 7:15 PM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Kōhunga Kōrero
Cummings Park Library
Whāngaia tō Tama Toa ki te pānui pukapuka. Pakiwaitara i roto i te reo Māori. E 30 meneti pakiwaitara, rotarota, waiata hoki i roto i te reo Māori nō ngā kōhungahunga me ō rātou mātua kaitiaki.
Get your superhero hooked on books with storytimes in te reo Māori at your local library. Featuring stories, rhymes and songs in te reo Māori, these sessions are open to anyone, and are recommended for children aged 2 - 6 years.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registrations not required.
Where: Cummings Park Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Culture and Language. Early Learning and Literacy. Language: Te Reo Māori. Contact: Phone us on (04) 479 2344, or email us.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Cummings Park (Ngaio) Library
1a Ottawa Road
Ngaio 6035.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Cummings Park Library
Cummings Park Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Cummings Park Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 479 2344, or email us.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
1 Ottawa Rd
Ngaio 6035.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Karori Library
Karori Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library
Kilbirnie Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 387 1480, or email us.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Newtown Library
Newtown Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 389 2830, or email us.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
13 Constable St
Newtown 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Social English Group at Newtown Library
Newtown Library
Come along to our free English conversation sessions at Newtown Library. We meet every Wednesday from 11am-12pm to chat and improve our English conversation skills. All levels welcome!
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Adults. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Culture and Language. Language: English. Contact: Newtown Library (ph 389 2830).
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable Street
Newtown
Wellington 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Better Digital Futures at Arapaki Library
Arapaki Manners Library
Better Digital Futures is a digital literacy programme that supports adults to build their digital skills in small easy steps.
The programme is for anyone wanting basic computer knowledge who wishes to develop digital skills relevant to their work and life.
In this stream we will be covering: Pursuing Hobbies , Finding the Right Device , Communicating with Family , Reducing Dependence on Others
Registrations are essential and can be found here: https://diaa.arlo.co/w/courses/267-digital-introductory-pathway/12484.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Arapaki Manners Library: 04 803 8303. For registrations, you can register at the link in the description.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library
12 Manners Street
Wellington.
For more info visit diaa.arlo.co. Baby Rock and Rhyme at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. CRAFTerschool
Miramar Library
Come down to Miramar Library after school on Wednesdays during term time for these fun, free arts and crafts sessions for school-aged children. Get stuck into activities such as drawing, beading, origami, mask-making, and more, while making friends with other crafty kids.
Suitable for children aged 5-12.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: 388 8005.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
CRAFTerschool
The HIVE
Free arts and crafts for school-aged children. Get stuck into activities such as drawing, beading, origami, mask-making and much more.
Whatever your level of ability, you'll have heaps of fun while making friends with other crafty kids in these hands-on sessions.
Registrations not required.
This programme runs weekly during term-time.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub > The HIVE. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Code Club @ He Matapihi Library
He Matapihi Molesworth Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: click here to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: He Matapihi Molesworth. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: Reece at He Matapihi, 801 4122.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM.
70 Molesworth Street
Thorndon 6011.
For more info visit codeclub.nz. Chess Night @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
If you enjoyed the “Queen’s gambit” come along to Arapaki Library on Wednesdays
Between 5.00pm - 6.45pm to play chess. We have two chess sets available, or you are welcome to bring your own, for an evening of challenging games. People of all age groups are welcome.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: diana.gornik@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Code Club Level 2
The HIVE
Code Club Level 2 is a free coding club for children who have some coding experience under their belts. Students will select stimulating projects to work through supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0, Python, and HTML/CSS. Registrations are required: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/VFQY6 to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub > The HIVE. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology.
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Pre-school storytime at Island Bay Library
Island Bay Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 383 7216, or email us.
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Karori Library
Karori Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Miramar Library
Miramar Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 388 8005, or email us.
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
68 Miramar Ave
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Arapaki Library
Arapaki Manners Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 803 8303, or email us.
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
12 Manners Street
Wellington Central 6011.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington 6011.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Let's go LEGO®
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Come and enjoy designing your ideas with our LEGO®. Your models will be put on the display at the Library.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Tawa Library, 158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
Code Club Level 1
The HIVE
Code Club Level 1 is a free coding club for children at the beginning of their coding journey. Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0 only. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/orAgL to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub > The HIVE. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology.
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Dungeons and Dragons
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Calling all adventurers -- seasoned questers and fresh-faced recruits alike -- for Dungeons and Dragons campaigns at your local library.
Solve problems, fight battles of epic proportions, and find your people in a friendly and supportive environment. We'll provide the Dungeon Master, dice, books and gear; you provide the imagination.
Registrations required. Email tawa.library@wcc.govt.nz to secure your place.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Teens. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Tawa Library,
158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
Write Night @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
Come along to Arapaki Library on Thursday for our very own Write Night! This is a fantastic opportunity for budding and professional writers alike to come together and enjoy a space to pursue new and old writing projects. There will be fun themed events and other fun writing activities to get your writing juices flowing! All age groups welcome.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: enquiries@wcl.govt.nz, or phone the Arapaki Library team on 04 803 8303. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Movie night @ Wadestown
Wadestown Library
We are showing free movies at Wadestown Library, with a new theme every month. Films are suitable for adults and mostly rated PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) or G (General). Everyone is welcome.
Where: Wadestown Library. Audience: Adults. Event Type: Music and Movies. Contact: 04 4735211.
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
1 Moorhouse St, Wadestown, Wellington 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Tawa Library
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 232 1690, or email us.
Friday, May 21, 2021, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Tawa Library
cnr Cambridge St & Main Rd
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library
Kilbirnie Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 387 1480, or email us.
Friday, May 21, 2021, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Karori Library
Karori Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Friday, May 21, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Wadestown Library
Wadestown Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Wadestown Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 473 5211, or email us.
Friday, May 21, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
cnr Moorhouse St & Lennel Rd
Wadestown 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at He Matapihi
He Matapihi Molesworth Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help 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 with their caregivers.
Where: He Matapihi Molesworth. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: 048014122.
Friday, May 21, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
He Matapihi Molesworth Library, 70 Molesworth Street, Wellington.
Kōhunga Kōrero
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Whāngaia tō Tama Toa ki te pānui pukapuka. Pakiwaitara i roto i te reo Māori. E 30 meneti pakiwaitara, rotarota, waiata hoki i roto i te reo Māori nō ngā kōhungahunga me ō rātou mātua kaitiaki. Get your superhero hooked on books with storytimes in te reo Māori at your local library. Featuring stories, rhymes and songs in te reo Māori, these sessions are open to anyone, and are recommended for children aged 2 - 6 years. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registrations not required.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Culture and Language. Early Learning and Literacy. Language: Te reo Māori.
Friday, May 21, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Johnsonville Library, 34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
SoundsWell Singers Neurological Choir
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
SoundsWell Singers is a choir for people with neurological conditions such as Parkinsons, Aphasia, Stroke, and dementia. Come along to Johnsonville Library and enjoy some interactive singing with these fun and life-affirming singers! .
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies. Special Events. Contact: Sue Jane. Theme: It's NZ Music Month! What better way to celebrate than sing about it!
Friday, May 21, 2021, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub,
34 Moorefield Road,
Johnsonville,
Wellington 6037.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Silent Book Club @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
Come along to Arapaki Library on Friday nights for our very own silent book club! Bring your current book or browse our shelves for something new and read alongside other book-lovers with the opportunity to discuss afterwards. People of all age groups are welcome.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Contact: madeleine.gallagher@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Friday, May 21, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
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 campaigns at your local library.
Solve problems, fight battles of epic proportions, and find your people in a friendly and supportive environment. We'll provide the Dungeon Master, dice, books and gear; you provide the imagination.
Registrations required. Email - johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz to secure your place.
Recommended for ages 9 - 19.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Teens. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Friday, May 21, 2021, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Code Club @ Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: click here to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
NOTE: Tawa Code Club is currently full. Contact the library to be added to the waitlist; however the list is currently long and placement for the next two terms cannot be guaranteed.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: Catherine at Tawa Library, 232 1690.
Saturday, May 22, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit codeclub.nz. Social Saturdays
Newtown Library
Join us for a relaxed hour of arts, crafts, and skill swaps. Enjoyed by people of all ages.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Newtown Library. Theme: arts, crafts, and skill swaps.
Saturday, May 22, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
13 Constable Street
Newtown 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Harp Concert
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
It's NZ Music Month! What better way to celebrate than listening to the soothing sounds of local harpist Tiffany Baker at Waitohi Library. Tiffany is happy to chat to you about her craft after the performance.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies. Special Events. Contact: Sue Jane. Theme: A fun and relaxing harp performance to help celebrate NZ Music Month.
Saturday, May 22, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub,
34 Moorefield Road,
Johnsonville,
Wellington 6037.
For more info visit tiffanybakerharp.weebly.com. Preschool Storytime
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them.
Johnsonville Library has many storytimes each week for you to enjoy, including:
One weekly session on Fridays in te reo Māori
One monthly session on the first Saturday of the month in a community language.
Recommended for children aged 2 - 4 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Saturday, May 22, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Family Storytime
Te Awe Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Saturday, May 22, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
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 years should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Registrations are not required.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Sunday, May 23, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29b Brandon Street.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library
Kilbirnie Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 387 1480, or email us.
Monday, May 24, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 232 1690, or email us.
Monday, May 24, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
cnr Cambridge St & Main Rd
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Monday, May 24, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Social English Group at Kilbirnie Library
Kilbirnie Library
Come along to our free English conversation sessions at Kilbirnie Library. We meet every Monday from 11am-12pm to chat and improve our English conversation skills. All levels welcome!
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Culture and Language. Language: English. Contact: Fiona at Kilbirnie library - ph. 387 1480.
Monday, May 24, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Monday, May 24, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
CRAFTerschool
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
CRAFTerschool is a free art & craft session aimed at school aged children. Sessions run from 3.30 - 4.30pm during the school term only. Try your hand at activities such as drawing, origami, mask making and much more.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Tawa Library. Theme: CRAFTerschool.
Monday, May 24, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Tawa Library,
158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
Code Club @ Newtown Library
Newtown Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/Z2cz1 to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: William at Newtown Library, 389 2830.
Monday, May 24, 2021, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
13 Constable Street
Newtown 6021.
Games Night @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
Join us at Arapaki Library for a night of boardgame fun! People of all age groups are welcome, and you can come along as an individual or with a group. We have a great selection of games, but you are welcome to bring your own favourites to share with others. BYO snacks.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: hannah.jenkin@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Monday, May 24, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Games Night
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
5-6pm every Monday at Johnsonville Library, Waitohi.
Choose from a selection of fun board games with friends and future friends. They are like apps that live outside your phone!
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Monday, May 24, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub,
34 Moorefield Road,
Johnsonville,
Wellington 6037.
Baby Rock & Rhyme at Island Bay Library
Island Bay Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 477 6151, or email us.
Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Island Bay Library
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Better Digital Futures at Kilbirnie library
Kilbirnie Library
Register for a series of free computer classes. For seniors who want to use digital technologies to pursue hobbies, find the right digital device, communicate with family and friends, and become more independent online.
Registration is at the link below:
https://diaa.arlo.co/w/upcoming/location-ruth-gotlieb-kilbirnie-library/.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Lauryn Hedley at Kilbirnie Library - phone 387 1480. Theme: Digital skills for seniors.
Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit diaa.arlo.co. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Miramar Library
Miramar Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 388 8005, or email us.
Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
Miramar Library
68 Miramar Ave
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Brooklyn Library
Brooklyn Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Brooklyn Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 384 6814, or email us.
Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
1 Harrison St
Brooklyn 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Cummings Park Library
Cummings Park Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Cummings Park Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 479 2344, or email us.
Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Cummings Park Library
1 Ottawa Rd
Ngaio 6035.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Karori Library
Karori Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them.
Johnsonville Library has many storytimes each week for you to enjoy, including:
One weekly session on Fridays in te reo Māori
One monthly session on the first Saturday of the month in a community language.
Recommended for children aged 2 - 4 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Better Digital Futures at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
Better Digital Futures is a community-based digital literacy programme that supports adults to build their digital skills in small easy steps.
The programme is for anyone wanting basic computer knowledge who wishes to develop digital skills relevant to their work and life.
In this stream we will be covering: Online Shopping , Digital Banking , Managing Photos , Problem Solving Online
Registrations are essential and can be found here: https://diaa.arlo.co/w/courses/266-digital-engagement-pathway/12489.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Te Awe Library -- phone 04 801 3529. To register, click the link in the event description.
Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29B Brandon Street.
For more info visit diaa.arlo.co. Code Club @ Karori Library
Karori Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/SH1wK to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: Charlotte at Karori Library, 476 8413.
Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
247 Karori Road
Karori 6012.
Kid's Book Club - Wadestown Library
Wadestown Library
Come along to a book club for primary school age kids. We’ll chat about the books we’re currently reading and share suggestions of books to read!
Where: Wadestown Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Contact: Kath Read.
Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Wadestown Library,
cnr Moorhouse St & Lennel Rd
Wadestown 6012.
Zine Make n' Swap
Arapaki Manners Library
Come on down to Arapaki Library on Manners Street every Tuesday evening to spend some time making zines and socialising with other local zinemakers. We'll supply plenty of materials, but feel free to bring your own as well.
Once you've finished putting your zines together, you can swap with other zinemakers and/or you can donate your completed zines to the library, which people will then be able to browse and borrow!
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Movie Night
Te Awe Library
Indie films, art-house flicks, documentaries and more -- join us at the library for a free film screening every month. 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.
Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 5:45 PM – 7:15 PM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Pre-school storytime at Cummings Park Library
Cummings Park Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Cummings Park Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 479 2344, or email us.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
1 Ottawa Rd
Ngaio 6035.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Karori Library
Karori Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library
Kilbirnie Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 387 1480, or email us.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Newtown Library
Newtown Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 389 2830, or email us.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
13 Constable St
Newtown 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Social English Group at Newtown Library
Newtown Library
Come along to our free English conversation sessions at Newtown Library. We meet every Wednesday from 11am-12pm to chat and improve our English conversation skills. All levels welcome!
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Adults. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Culture and Language. Language: English. Contact: Newtown Library (ph 389 2830).
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Newtown Library
13 Constable Street
Newtown
Wellington 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Better Digital Futures at Arapaki Library
Arapaki Manners Library
Better Digital Futures is a digital literacy programme that supports adults to build their digital skills in small easy steps.
The programme is for anyone wanting basic computer knowledge who wishes to develop digital skills relevant to their work and life.
In this stream we will be covering: Pursuing Hobbies , Finding the Right Device , Communicating with Family , Reducing Dependence on Others
Registrations are essential and can be found here: https://diaa.arlo.co/w/courses/267-digital-introductory-pathway/12484.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Arapaki Manners Library: 04 803 8303. For registrations, you can register at the link in the description.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library
12 Manners Street
Wellington.
For more info visit diaa.arlo.co. Baby Rock and Rhyme at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. CRAFTerschool
Miramar Library
Come down to Miramar Library after school on Wednesdays during term time for these fun, free arts and crafts sessions for school-aged children. Get stuck into activities such as drawing, beading, origami, mask-making, and more, while making friends with other crafty kids.
Suitable for children aged 5-12.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: 388 8005.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
CRAFTerschool
The HIVE
Free arts and crafts for school-aged children. Get stuck into activities such as drawing, beading, origami, mask-making and much more.
Whatever your level of ability, you'll have heaps of fun while making friends with other crafty kids in these hands-on sessions.
Registrations not required.
This programme runs weekly during term-time.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub > The HIVE. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Code Club @ He Matapihi Library
He Matapihi Molesworth Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: click here to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: He Matapihi Molesworth. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: Reece at He Matapihi, 801 4122.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM.
70 Molesworth Street
Thorndon 6011.
For more info visit codeclub.nz. Chess Night @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
If you enjoyed the “Queen’s gambit” come along to Arapaki Library on Wednesdays
Between 5.00pm - 6.45pm to play chess. We have two chess sets available, or you are welcome to bring your own, for an evening of challenging games. People of all age groups are welcome.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: diana.gornik@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Code Club Level 2
The HIVE
Code Club Level 2 is a free coding club for children who have some coding experience under their belts. Students will select stimulating projects to work through supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0, Python, and HTML/CSS. Registrations are required: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/VFQY6 to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub > The HIVE. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology.
Wednesday, May 26, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Thursday, May 27, 2021, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Pre-school storytime at Island Bay Library
Island Bay Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Island Bay Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 383 7216, or email us.
Thursday, May 27, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
167 The Parade
Island Bay 6023.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Karori Library
Karori Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Thursday, May 27, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Kōhunga Kōrero
Miramar Library
Whāngaia tō Tama Toa ki te pānui pukapuka. Pakiwaitara i roto i te reo Māori. E 30 meneti pakiwaitara, rotarota, waiata hoki i roto i te reo Māori nō ngā kōhungahunga me ō rātou mātua kaitiaki.
Get your superhero hooked on books with storytimes in te reo Māori at your local library. Featuring stories, rhymes and songs in te reo Māori, these sessions are open to anyone, and are recommended for children aged 2 - 6 years.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registrations not required.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Culture and Language. Early Learning and Literacy. Language: Te Reo Māori. Contact: Phone us on (04) 388 8005, or email us.
Thursday, May 27, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Miramar Library, 68 Miramar Ave, Miramar 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Miramar Library
Miramar Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 388 8005, or email us.
Thursday, May 27, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
68 Miramar Ave
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Arapaki Library
Arapaki Manners Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 803 8303, or email us.
Thursday, May 27, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
12 Manners Street
Wellington Central 6011.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Thursday, May 27, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington 6011.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Let's Go LEGO®
Miramar Library
Let's build - let's explore - let's create! Come along to your library on the 4th Thursday of every month to create your LEGO® masterpiece.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Where: Miramar Library. Audience: Children. Contact: Miramar Library, 388 8005. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Thursday, May 27, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
68 Miramar Avenue
Miramar 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Code Club Level 1
The HIVE
Code Club Level 1 is a free coding club for children at the beginning of their coding journey. Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0 only. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/orAgL to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub > The HIVE. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology.
Thursday, May 27, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Write Night @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
Come along to Arapaki Library on Thursday for our very own Write Night! This is a fantastic opportunity for budding and professional writers alike to come together and enjoy a space to pursue new and old writing projects. There will be fun themed events and other fun writing activities to get your writing juices flowing! All age groups welcome.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: enquiries@wcl.govt.nz, or phone the Arapaki Library team on 04 803 8303. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Thursday, May 27, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Movie night @ Wadestown
Wadestown Library
We are showing free movies at Wadestown Library, with a new theme every month. Films are suitable for adults and mostly rated PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) or G (General). Everyone is welcome.
Where: Wadestown Library. Audience: Adults. Event Type: Music and Movies. Contact: 04 4735211.
Thursday, May 27, 2021, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
1 Moorhouse St, Wadestown, Wellington 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Tawa Library
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 232 1690, or email us.
Friday, May 28, 2021, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Tawa Library
cnr Cambridge St & Main Rd
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library
Kilbirnie Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 387 1480, or email us.
Friday, May 28, 2021, 10:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock & Rhyme at Karori Library
Karori Library
Baby Rock & Rhyme is a new way for parents and carers to interact with their babies through rhymes, finger-plays and stories delivered by experienced presenters. These free, weekly interactive sessions are a great opportunity to have fun, socialise and spend quality 'one-on-one' time with your tot.
Where: Karori Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 476 8413, or email us.
Friday, May 28, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
247 Karori Rd
Karori 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Khandallah Library
Khandallah Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Khandallah Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 479 7535, or email us.
Friday, May 28, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
8 Ganges Rd
Khandallah 6035.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at Wadestown Library
Wadestown Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Wadestown Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 473 5211, or email us.
Friday, May 28, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
cnr Moorhouse St & Lennel Rd
Wadestown 6012.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime at He Matapihi
He Matapihi Molesworth Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help 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 with their caregivers.
Where: He Matapihi Molesworth. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: 048014122.
Friday, May 28, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
He Matapihi Molesworth Library, 70 Molesworth Street, Wellington.
Kōhunga Kōrero
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Whāngaia tō Tama Toa ki te pānui pukapuka. Pakiwaitara i roto i te reo Māori. E 30 meneti pakiwaitara, rotarota, waiata hoki i roto i te reo Māori nō ngā kōhungahunga me ō rātou mātua kaitiaki. Get your superhero hooked on books with storytimes in te reo Māori at your local library. Featuring stories, rhymes and songs in te reo Māori, these sessions are open to anyone, and are recommended for children aged 2 - 6 years. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Registrations not required.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Children. Event Type: Culture and Language. Early Learning and Literacy. Language: Te reo Māori.
Friday, May 28, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Johnsonville Library, 34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Let's Go LEGO®
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Let's build - let's explore - let's create! Come along to Johnsonville Library every second Friday to create your LEGO® masterpiece. Builders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to get stuck in.
Suitable for ages 5+. Children under the age of 14 years should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Maker and Technology. Contact: Phone Jville Library on 477 6151.
Friday, May 28, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub,
34 Moorefield Road,
Johnsonville,
Wellington 6037.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Silent Book Club @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
Come along to Arapaki Library on Friday nights for our very own silent book club! Bring your current book or browse our shelves for something new and read alongside other book-lovers with the opportunity to discuss afterwards. People of all age groups are welcome.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Contact: madeleine.gallagher@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Friday, May 28, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
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 campaigns at your local library.
Solve problems, fight battles of epic proportions, and find your people in a friendly and supportive environment. We'll provide the Dungeon Master, dice, books and gear; you provide the imagination.
Registrations required. Email - johnsonville.library@wcc.govt.nz to secure your place.
Recommended for ages 9 - 19.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Teens. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Friday, May 28, 2021, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Code Club @ Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: click here to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
NOTE: Tawa Code Club is currently full. Contact the library to be added to the waitlist; however the list is currently long and placement for the next two terms cannot be guaranteed.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: Catherine at Tawa Library, 232 1690.
Saturday, May 29, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit codeclub.nz. Social Saturdays
Newtown Library
Join us for a relaxed hour of arts, crafts, and skill swaps. Enjoyed by people of all ages.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Newtown Library. Theme: arts, crafts, and skill swaps.
Saturday, May 29, 2021, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
13 Constable Street
Newtown 6021.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Preschool Storytime
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help grow a love of literacy. Through stories and play, children learn how to express themselves and understand the world around them.
Johnsonville Library has many storytimes each week for you to enjoy, including:
One weekly session on Fridays in te reo Māori
One monthly session on the first Saturday of the month in a community language.
Recommended for children aged 2 - 4 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Saturday, May 29, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Family Storytime
Te Awe Library
Fun and interactive stories, songs and rhymes to inspire your preschooler and help 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Saturday, May 29, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
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 years should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Registrations are not required.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Sunday, May 30, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Te Awe Library, 29b Brandon Street.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Movies at the Hub
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
Join us for a free movie screening every other Sunday at Johnsonville Library. We'll be showing a handpicked selection of films from our collection. Check our Facebook for ratings and more information.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Music and Movies.
Sunday, May 30, 2021, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Johnsonville Library,
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
Pre-school storytime at Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library
Kilbirnie Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 387 1480, or email us.
Monday, May 31, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Pre-school storytime at Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
Storytime runs for about half an hour, with stories and songs. Pre-school storytimes are fun and free - there's no charge, and you don't have to book. Storytime is aimed at pre-school age children (three and four years old) - but younger siblings are always welcome!
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy. Contact: Phone us on (04) 232 1690, or email us.
Monday, May 31, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
cnr Cambridge St & Main Rd
Tawa 5028.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme at Te Awe Library
Te Awe Library
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Te Awe Library. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Monday, May 31, 2021, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
29B Brandon Street, Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Social English Group at Kilbirnie Library
Kilbirnie Library
Come along to our free English conversation sessions at Kilbirnie Library. We meet every Monday from 11am-12pm to chat and improve our English conversation skills. All levels welcome!
Where: Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Book and Discussion groups. Culture and Language. Language: English. Contact: Fiona at Kilbirnie library - ph. 387 1480.
Monday, May 31, 2021, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kilbirnie Library
101 Kilbirnie Crescent
Kilbirnie 6022.
For more info visit www.wcl.govt.nz. Baby Rock and Rhyme
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
A fun and educational programme 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 with their caregivers.
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Preschool. Event Type: Early Learning and Literacy.
Monday, May 31, 2021, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
34 Moorefield Road, Johnsonville, Wellington 6037.
CRAFTerschool
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library
CRAFTerschool is a free art & craft session aimed at school aged children. Sessions run from 3.30 - 4.30pm during the school term only. Try your hand at activities such as drawing, origami, mask making and much more.
Where: Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: Tawa Library. Theme: CRAFTerschool.
Monday, May 31, 2021, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Tawa Library,
158 Main Road
Tawa 5028.
Code Club @ Newtown Library
Newtown Library
Join us for these free coding clubs for children at the beginning of their coding journeys! Students will work their way through a range of fun coding projects supported by coding experts. This syllabus covers coding in Scratch 3.0. Registrations are required, and children enrol by default for two consecutive school terms: visit https://codeclub.nz/join/Z2cz1 to register. Recommended for coders aged 9 - 13.
Where: Newtown Library. Audience: Children. Event Type: Maker and Technology. Contact: William at Newtown Library, 389 2830.
Monday, May 31, 2021, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
13 Constable Street
Newtown 6021.
Games Night @ Arapaki
Arapaki Manners Library
Join us at Arapaki Library for a night of boardgame fun! People of all age groups are welcome, and you can come along as an individual or with a group. We have a great selection of games, but you are welcome to bring your own favourites to share with others. BYO snacks.
Where: Arapaki Manners Library. Audience: Teens. Adults. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies. Contact: hannah.jenkin@wcc.govt.nz. Theme: Arapaki evening events.
Monday, May 31, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:45 PM.
Arapaki Manners Library,
12 Manners Street,
Wellington.
For more info visit wcl.govt.nz. Games Night
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub
5-6pm every Monday at Johnsonville Library, Waitohi.
Choose from a selection of fun board games with friends and future friends. They are like apps that live outside your phone!
Where: Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub. Audience: Children. Teens. Adults. Seniors. Event Type: Activities and Hobbies.
Monday, May 31, 2021, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Johnsonville Library at Waitohi Hub,
34 Moorefield Road,
Johnsonville,
Wellington 6037.