At the libraries

The staff of Titirangi Library would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year and hope that all its booklovers and other visitors are enjoying a wonderful summer. Events coming up this month include: Saturday, January 30, 2pm, and Tuesday, February

2, 2.15pm: The library’s monthly book chats return for 2021. All are welcome to these friendly groups to discuss your latest reads and pick up recommendations from other readers. (Tea or coffee included.)

Saturday, February 13, 10.30-11.30am: Mindful

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What qualities do you associate Saturday, February 27, with a good listener? 11am-12pm: Plant-based living. All are invited to attend this session to

New Lynn Library, Thursday, February 18. hear about how removing animal products from our diet makes a positive change for animals, the planet, and our health. Whether you are already vegan or just curious, you are welcome to have a chat, ask questions or share some recipes. This session is facilitated by Dr Mark Craig. Titirangi Library’s regular programmes for children return in early February and continue every week throughout term time. All are welcome, with no registrations required. The start dates are:

Tuesday, February 2, 10.30-11.00am: Rhymetime.

Fun social music session for toddlers.

Wednesday, February 3, 10.00-10.30am: Words on

Wednesday. Interactive storytelling for children aged 3-5 years.

Wednesday, February 3, 3.30-4.30am: LEGO Club.

Free play brick building. Suitable for children aged 5 and over.

Thursday, February 4, 3.30-4.30pm: Minecraft Club.

Social gaming for all Minecraft fans. Own device and Minecraft logon required.

Friday, February 5, 9.30-10.00am: Wriggle & Rhyme.

Active movement and play for babies. Suitable for children aged 3-18 months.

Regular events at Glen Eden Library include:

Rhymetime on Thursdays, 10:30-11:00am, Wriggle and Rhyme on Fridays, 11-11:30am, and Lego Club on Saturdays, 2.30-3.30pm.

The library’s Job Café happens every Wednesday, from February 10, 1-3pm. Whau Ace Adult and Community Education offers free support and advice covering preparing a CV, career guidance, job search, online job applications and cover letters. Tea and coffee provided.

Glen Eden Library’s Book Chat group meets on Wednesday February 3, 10.30-11.30am, in the library’s meeting room. Everyone is welcome to attend and share what they’ve been reading.

New Lynn Memorial Library is planning a number of special events in February. They include:

Knitting for Kids. Every Monday, 3:30-4:30pm. Wool and needles are provided but you are welcome to take your own. Suitable for children aged 8 and over.

Hard Conversations Workshop. Thursday, February 11, 11am-12pm. This workshop aims to help facilitate difficult conversations about privilege and race. It is designed to encourage you to think critically about your privilege and the space you occupy within society. Bookings are required by email to newlynn.library@ aucklandcouncil.govt.nz.

Luna New Year Storytime. Wednesday, February 17, 10.00-10.30am. Celebrate the Year of the Ox with a bilingual (Mandarin and English) programme of music, rhymes and stories. Suitable for children aged 2 and over.

Waste Free Parenting Workshop. Thursday, February 18, 1.30-2.30pm. Kate Meads offers inspirational ways to minimise waste, while also introducing attendees to modern sustainable products for use in the home. The workshop is free and subsidised ‘starter packs’ will be available for $5 cash on the day.

Bonsai workshop. Thursday, February 18, 11am-12pm. Learn about bonsai gardening and see experts in action.

Queer knitting. Saturday, February 20, 2-3pm. Join installation artist Kathryn, who will be facilitating this workshop and guiding attendees to create a knitted installation art piece reflecting the colours of the early women’s soccer team in Aotearoa. Everyone (aged 15 and over) is welcome.

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