Upper Hutt City Libraries - April 2018

Upper Hut t Cit y Libraries

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NEWSLETTER

Library Closure

Eve r y t h i n g A b o u t H o l d s

H o l i d ay P r o g r a m m e

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2– 4 Library Closure

5 Notices and Events

6 –7 Everything About Holds

8 April Calendar

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Hot Seats & Programmes

10 –11 New Fiction

12 New Nonfiction

13 New DVDs

14 –15 Children’s and Teens

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Recollect

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LIBR A RY CLOSUR E: CURR ENT S ERV IC ES

We are often asked " When will I be able to use the Library again?". The answer is, right now!

Issuing items (books, DVDs, magazines, other items) A selection of new and popular books is available on the Mobile Library, and our lovely Pinehaven branch has had its hours extended. If you want a specific book or item please make use of our current free holds offer. For more information about this service please see page 6.

Public computers, printing and internet access Computer and internet (including WiFi) access is available in our CBD Tower location, as well as black and white printing - colour printing and scanning services are on hold.

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Events, programmes, heritage collections, and more All of these services are still running in some capacity.

Please see the relevant newsletter pages for details

BR A N C H HO U R S Pinehaven Library Cnr Jocelyn Cres and Pinehaven Road

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Monday to Friday, 9.30am– 4.30pm Saturday and Sunday, 10am– 4pm Mobile Library Parked behind the Central Library Monday to Friday, 12.30pm– 5pm Open late until 6.30pm Thursday

F R ONT C OVE R Library Staff moving key items out of the Library (coffee)

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CBD Towers Level 6, 84 -90 Main Street Open for hold pick-ups and public internet access Monday to Friday, 9.30am– 5pm Open late until 6.30pm Thursday Saturday and Sunday, 10am–2pm

R E T U R NS We now have an outdoor returns box that is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Find it behind the Library, by the carpark, or follow the signs outside.

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LIBR A RY CLOSUR E: P OP- UP LIBR A RY C ONFIRMED

We are very pleased to let you know that a temporary (pop-up) Library will be opening at: Level 1, CBD Towers, 84-90 Main Street, Upper Hutt on Thursday 26 April The new space is 430 square metres, which will allow approximately 30% of stock - with a focus on new and popular items - held in the Central Library to be made available for you to browse and issue. We will continue to offer free holds for items remaining in the Central Library building. As well as providing books, DVDs, magazines and other collections the pop-up Library will offer free computer, internet and WiFi access. The new space will allow Pinehaven Library to return to its regular hours, and the Mobile Library to resume its important services to schools and rest homes around Upper Hutt.

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The pop-up Library will be open the same hours as the Central Library was, with an official opening planned for Thursday 26 April

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LIBR A RY CLOSUR E: QUEST IONS & A NSW ERS

As you may be aware, in February this year a new assessment of the Central Library building was received, which designated the building as earthquake prone. The decision was made to close the building immediately rather than put the public and staff in danger. This decision has had an impact on our services. Understandably we've had a lot of questions from the public about the closure, so we hope that this FAQ will help answer some of these questions and give you more insight into the situation. Please be aware that all information is subject to change.

For this reason we encourage you to follow our Library website blog at: upperhuttlibrary.co.nz/latest-news/ or our social media feeds on Facebook and Twitter, where we can share updates immediately. You can also get in touch with us via email or phone. Our contact details are listed on the back page of this newsletter.

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Why did we find out about the earthquake prone status of the building so late? It’s been ages since the Kaikōura earthquake.

Over the last seven years New Zealand’s significant seismic events have given rise to continued advances in seismic engineering and standards relating to the seismic performance of buildings. Following the Kaikōura earthquake, Council sought a review of prior assessments. The review highlighted the need for more detailed structural assessments. A draft of the detailed assessment was received prior to Christmas 2017 and confirmed in early February 2018.

How long will the Central Library building be closed for?

We don't know. Engineers, architects and contractors are involved in assessing the situation, and will then provide an estimate of how long the necessary work will take to carry out.

Why did it take so long to find a temporary space?

The first step after the Central Library building closed was to look at how we could deliver our most important services and allow you to access your books with as little delay as possible. This involved immediately rescheduling the Library bus so it could be available behind the Central Library during the week, extending Pinehaven hours, and making holds and computer access available in the CBD Towers. Each one of these changes has a string of ongoing planning and work attached rescheduling, informing and training staff, installing necessary computers and networks, transporting huge amounts of books, health and safety assessments, and keeping the public informed. Setting up a temporary Library is an even bigger shift that hasn't been taken lightly. The location has to (or be refurbished to) include all of the necessary infrastructure, be available and affordable, and be assessed for earthquake and safety risks and maximum capacity. We are very happy to have found a suitable home for our pop-up Library on Level 1, CBD Towers.

How have staff been affected by the building closure?

It's been hard work. We miss our books and the buzz of our lovely Central Library when it's busy, and are looking forward to the pop-up space. However all permanent staff are back at work and becoming accustomed to our new routines, and have been enjoying being able to deliver more and more services. Your support keeps us going!

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If you have further concerns or questions, don't hesitate to approach your nearest librarian. We might not be able to answer every question, but we're always happy to chat and share what we know 4

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Want to engage young employees?

This free workshop explores the disconnect between young people and employers, and looks at how you can work together to address ethnic and generational differences in the workplace.

Registration essential, please email sasha.johnson@tec.govt.nz

BRIDGING THE ATTITUDE GAP Wednesday 18 April 9.30am – 12.30pm H A PA I

Future Living Skills is a comprehensive practical course to help you make your lifestyle greener, cheaper and healthier!

FUTURE LIVING SKILLS COURSE

The course is held in two full day sessions, covering food, zero waste, water, energy saving, sustainable transport, green shopping choices and community resilience.

Two day course, $40 14 & 21 April 9am – 5pm HAPAI

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E V E R Y T H I NG A BO U T HO L DS The Central Library building is closed, but did you know that you still have access to every item in the building? Until we open our temporary pop-up Library (on 26 April) we are removing the usual $1 fee on holds, so this is a perfect time to try out this great service.

What are holds?

If you place a hold on any item in our catalogue (including books, CDs, DVDs, magazines etc) we receive an alert as soon as that item is available, put it aside to 'hold' it for you, and let you know it's available.

Why would I place a hold?

Holds are often placed on popular books which are in high demand - a new title by a popular author will often have a long queue of holds. When you place a hold you can tell us where you would like to pick up the item, so if you want to issue a book that's currently on the shelf in Pinehaven, but you want to pick it up from the Mobile Library (for instance), holds are the way to do it. Currently the main reason for placing holds is that it's the only way to access items in the Central Library building.

How much does it cost?

Normally holds cost $1 per item, although there is no charge for teen and children's items (note that this is based on what collection the item is in, not the age of the borrower). We are offering free holds until 26 April.

Anything else?

If any item has more than 5 holds, its lending period is reduced from four to two weeks. You have 10 days to pick up a hold before it is cancelled.

Sounds great. How do I place a hold?

1. Go to our website at upperhuttcitylibrary.co.nz and log in to your account by clicking on the 'My Account' button at the top of the page.

2. Enter your Card Number and your PIN (password). If you have forgotten your PIN you can come to a branch or visit upperhuttlibrary.co.nz/get-pinpassword/ to request a new one.

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3. After clicking 'Log in' you will be redirected to our catalogue, or visit: ent.kotui.org.nz/client/en_ AU/upperhutt Search for an item by typing the title, topic or author into the search bar at the top of the page, and hitting 'Search'.

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4. The page will now display your search results. You can filter these results by using the options on the left and right of the screen. Once you have found the item you're looking for, click 'Place Hold'.

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5. Select what location you would like to pick your book up from (please note that the 'Upper Hutt Library' location for holds is currently Level 6, CBD Towers), and press 'Place Hold(s)'.

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6. You have now placed a hold, and will be informed once your item is ready for pick-up. You can check your holds list, and suspend or cancel your holds, by going to My Account > Holds on the catalogue.

For further assistance with holds speak to a librarian

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BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP PICKS:

Nex t Meetings: 4 Apr — Theme: Kitchen Capers 2 May — Theme: Made in New Zealand

The solitude of prime numbers Paulo Giordano

MORE THAN BOOKS: READING WITH EYES, EARS AND E’S

Across many mountains Yangzom Brauen

This group is currently on hold

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Sunday Monday

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Tu e s d a y

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Paper Craft Creations Tiny Tots at Pinehaven 4

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10.15 –11.30am 10.30 –11am 1.15 –2.30pm

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10 –11am 10 –12pm 10.30 –11am 11–12pm 5.50 – 6.50pm

Design a Storey Treehouse 11.30 –12.30pm It’s Write Easy 1.30 –3pm 21

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Saturday Future Living Skills Course 9am– 5pm

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Sunday

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Monday

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Wednesday

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Thursday Justice of the Peace Knit & Knatter Tiny tots Take a Fresh Look at Art UH Ukes

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Future Living Skills Course 9am– 5pm Sunday

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Monday Community Law

Tu e s d a y Paper Craft Creations 10 –12pm Unscripted 1.30 –3pm Magical Creatures Collage 2–3pm

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Thursday Justice of the Peace Knit & Knatter Take a Fresh Look at Art UH Ukes

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2–3pm

10 –11am 10 –12pm 11–12pm 5.50 – 6.50pm

Friday Amazing Forest Animals It’s Write Easy

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10.30 –11am 2–3pm

POP-UP LIBRARY OPENS 10 –11am 10 –12pm 10.30 –11am 11–12pm 5.50 – 6.50pm

Friday It’s Write Easy

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Animal Woodland Masks Community Law

Tu e s d a y Paper Craft Creations Tiny Tots at Pinehaven Unscripted

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10.30 –11am 2–3pm

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Saturday

Tiny Tots Community Law

9.30 –12.30pm

Thursday Justice of the Peace Knit & Knatter Take a Fresh Look at Art Bear Grylls Survival Course UH Ukes

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10 –12pm 10.30 –11.30am 11–12pm

Wednesday Bridging the Attitude Gap

Friday It’s Write Easy

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Thursday Justice of the Peace Knit & Knatter Tiny Tots Take a Fresh Look at Art UH Ukes

Tu e s d a y Paper Craft Creations Babywearing Meet-Up Teddy Bear's Picnic

Wednesday Book Discussion Group Baby Bops Book Discussion Group

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Monday Tiny tots Community Law

1.30 –2.30pm 1.30 –3pm

10.30 –11am 2–3pm

P R OG R A M M E S & EVENTS Hot Seats and regular programmes have moved to the HAPAI building, across from the Central Library, 879 - 881 Fergusson Drive. New attendees always welcome!

Hot Seats and programmes not listed are on hold.

C A L E N DA R K E Y

REGUL AR PROGR AMMES Colouring, card making and scrapbooking.

Every Tuesday, 10 –12pm

Share your carriers and experience. Third Tuesday of the month, 10.30 –11.30am

Theatre sports – Impromptu Drama Group for those aged 50+. Creative and fun sessions.

Every second Tuesday, 1.30 – 3pm

Share morning tea while knitting or crocheting over a good yarn.

Every Thursday, 10 –12pm

This event requires registration Ta k e s p l a c e a t : Expressions Whirinaki H A PA I Pinehaven Librar y

Take a fresh look at art with Anna Hewett.

Every Thursday, 11–12pm

Upper Hutt Ukes Every Thursday, 5.50 – 6.50pm

It’s write easy to write your own family history.

Every Friday, 1.30 – 3pm

Communit y Law Legal info and advice on accessing free legal services.

Every Monday, 2–3pm Justice of the Peace JPs available to witness signatures, verify documents and more.

Every Thursday, 10–11am

A DU LT BOO K C L U B S Sharing books on a different theme each month.

First Wednesday of the month, 10.15 –11.30am and 1.15 –2.30pm

N EW F I CTI ON Hell bay Kate Rhodes Bir thright Fiona Lowe The girl in the woods Camilla Lackberg A countr y escape Katie Fforde The year that changed ever y thing Cathy Kelly An unsuitable match Joanna Trollope On a beautiful day Lucy Diamond The gate keeper Charles Todd Beautiful days Joyce Carol Oates Widows Lynda La Plante Save me Mandasue Heller 10 A P R I L 2 0 1 8

Secrets under the sun Nadia Marks The pearler’s wife Roxane Dhand Death of an honest man M.C. Beaton As you wish Jude Deveraux The punishment she deserves Elizabeth George Global strike Chris Ryan Agent in place Mark Greaney The wildflowers Harriet Evans About that kiss Jill Shalvis Perfect criminals Jimmy Thomson The school at the top of the Dale Gervase Phinn

N EW N ON F I CTI ON Too afraid to cr y Ali Cobby Eckermann How to garden when you're new to gardening Emma Tennant Complete guide to digital photography Ian Farrell Work your way around the world Susan Griffith The Zanzibar wife Deborah Rodriguez Blood on the page Thomas Harding My floral af fair : whimsical spaces and beautiful florals Rachel Ashwell The kefir cookbook : an ancient healing super food for modern life Julie Smolyansky

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N EW DVDS

A place to call home: season 5 Post-war economic change and the devious actions of unseen enemies threaten Ash Park in 1950s Australia.

The killing of a sacred deer A renowned cardiovascular surgeon is confronted with a long-forgotten transgression that will shatter his family’s domestic bliss.

George Gently: series 8 George and his trusted partner DI Bacchus investigate murder and corruption against the turbulent tide of 1970s Britain. The shocking final series.

Borg vs McEnroe It’s 1980 and Björn Borg is the world's top tennis player. There is only one obstacle to a record-breaking fifth Wimbledon championship: John McEnroe.

The Handmaid’s Tale: season one The story of life in Gilead, a totalitarian society in what was formerly the United States. Adapted from Margaret Atwood’s classic novel.

Justice League An unprecedented league of heroes (Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Cyborg and The Flash) must fight to save the planet from a catastrophic assault.

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INTO THE WOODS SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME

16 – 27 April TEDDY BEAR’S PICNIC Tuesday 17 April Pinehaven Library, 11.00 – 12.00 Bring your favourite teddy and come join us for a story-time on the grass. You are welcome to bring your own snacks along.

This event will be held inside the library in bad weather.

BEAR GRYLLS SURVIVAL COURSE Thursday 19 April HAPAI, 1.00 – 2.00 Choose from a variety of activities and prove you can rough it in the woods!

DESIGN YOUR OWN STOREY TREEHOUSE Friday 20 April HAPAI , 11.30 – 12.30 Let your imagination run wild and design a model of your own Storey Treehouse. What gizmos, gadgets and ginormous rooms will you have, and how many storeys high?

Aimed at ages 5 – 12

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WOODLAND ANIMAL MASKS Monday 23 April HAPAI, 10.30 – 11.30 Do you have an inner wolf bursting to howl at the moon? Does your spirit owl need to soar?

Decorate your own animal mask, and let your wild side roar!

MAGICAL CREATURES COLLAGE Tuesday 24 April Pinehaven Library, 2.00 – 3.00 Dragons, unicorns, centaurs and more! Make a collaged masterpiece of your favourite mystical forest animal!

AMAZING ANIMALS OF THE FORESTS Friday 27 April Pinehaven Library, 1.30 – 2.30 Watch an exciting animal doco and choose an animal bookmark to colour in while you listen.

No registration required

C H I L D R E N ’S P R OG R A M M E S BABY BOPS Enjoy songs, nursery rhymes and musical playtime with your baby.

Wednesdays, 10.30am at Expressions Whirinaki

BABY BOPS &

T I N Y TO T S An active session stimulating body and mind with songs, dance, rhymes and stories. For children up to 5 years.

Mondays, 10.30am Thursdays, 10.30am at Expressions Whirinaki Tiny Tots at Pinehaven Tuesdays, 10.30am

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H E R I TAGE C O L L EC T I O NS Like the rest of the Library staff the Heritage team has been saddened by the temporary closure of our Library building. It’s been a shame to lose, for the time being, the use of our Heritage cabinet and display wall, as well as the special kind of access to our community that the Library afforded.

Aside from that, however, it’s been pretty much business as usual.

Both Reid and Tracey have re-located to home offices where they’ve been able to continue processing and digitizing new material and uploading this to our Recollect website. Major new acquisitions we’ve been working on include valuable 19th century baptismal and burial registers for St John’s, Trentham, and a substantial collection of Girl Guides records for our local area dating back to the 1940s. Since our archives are kept in a storeroom separate from the main Library building these physical records remain accessible and can still be viewed by appointment in the Council Admin building. And we continue to organize community heritage presentations and displays that will be held at various locations over the coming months.

Mr Darcy, Heritage Assistant Candy, Research Coordinator So if we can help you with anything related to the history of Upper Hutt don’t hesitate to get in touch! uhcl.recollect.co.nz/pages/contactus CENTRAL LIBRARY

P I N E H AV E N L I B R A R Y

MOBILE LIBRARY

Closed until further notice

56 Pinehaven Road P H O N E 04 528 2208 E M A I L pinehaven@uhcc.govt.nz H O U R S Extended hours: MON — FRI 9.30am— 4.30pm SAT, SUN 10am— 4pm

E M A I L libmobile@uhcc.govt.nz H O U R S Parked behind the Central Library from: MON — FRI 12.30 — 5.00pm THU 12.30 — 6.30pm Find the on-road timetable at: u p p e r h u t t l i b r a r y. c o . n z / librar y-ser vices / branches /

LEVEL 6, CBD TOWERS Open for hold pickups and public internet access MON — FRI 9.30am— 5.00pm THU 9.30am— 6.30pm SAT, SUN 10am— 4pm

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