Waiamakariri Libraries created an amazing Māori Language Collection called Ako Collection to help you explore and learn more about Te Reo Māori.
A range of apps that make using the library easier.
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Award Winners
Waimakariri Heritage website - a place to conserve and curate community memories and taonga.
To assist teachers, Waimakariri Libraries have a feast of resources available to help teachers feed students who are hungry for knowledge.
Celebrate Easter and discover more about the people in our community with Waimakariri Libraries! We have a range of exciting new events and activities for you and your whānau to engage with.Zumba with Elsa Move your body through fun! Join us alongside Zumba instructor Elsa as we dance the morning away. Aimed at ages 4+ Kaiapoi Library - 10am, Monday 14 April Rangiora Library - 1pm, Monday 14 April
Easter Painting with Crafty KidsGet your craft on and paint your very own Plaster of Paris Easter Egg!Rangiora Library - Tuesday 15 April 10am, 10:30am, 11amBookings are essential. Book now through Humanitix.
Dungeons and DragonsLearn table-top role-playing games with Kids on Brooms, a simplified version of Dungeons and Dragons. No experience is needed, roll the dice and have some fun! Ages 12+Kaiapoi Library - Tuesday 15 April, 10am-12noon Rangiora Library – Wednesday 16 April, 10am-12noonOxford Library - Saturday 19 April, 10-12noonBookings are essential. Book now through Humanitix.
Escape RoomUnlock the mystery at Waimakariri Libraries! Gather your team for an exciting escape room experience where you'll solve puzzles, uncover clues, and work together to crack the code before time runs out. Do you have what it takes to escape? Teams of 2 –6 people per session. Suitable for ages 10 + Kaiapoi Library – Wednesday 16 April; 1-1:30pm, 1:45-2:15pm, 2:30-3pm, 3:15-3:45pm, 4-4:30pmRangiora Library – Thursday 17 April; 1-1:30pm, 1:45-2:15pm, 2:30-3pm, 3:15-3:45pm, 4-4:30pm Oxford Library – Thursday 24 April; 1:45-2:15pm, 2:30-3pm, 3:15-3:45pmBookings are essential. Book now through Humanitix.
Easter CupsUnleash your creativity with Positive Pottery’s Easter Mug-making session. Learn the basics of building with clay and receive your creations gloss-fired after 2 weeks. $30pp, Ages 10 +Kaiapoi Library – Thursday 17 April 5-7pmBookings are essential. Book now through Humanitix.
Easter CraftHelp us decorate our Easter Tree! Make your own easter decoration with pom poms, paint and sparkles. Ages 6 +Oxford Library – Tuesday 22 April, 10amHangarau Māori | Māori TechnologyJoin Canterbury Museum educators for a hands-on journey into Hangarau Māori |Māori Technology! Discover the tools and technologies Māori used to solve every day challenges in Aotearoa New Zealand. Plus have a go with a tūwiri |stone drill and use a kaunoti | fire stick.Kaiapoi Library - Thursday 24 April, 10.30–11.30 amRangiora Library - Thursday 24 April, 1–2 pmBookings are essential. Book now through Humanitix.
