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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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.
Come along to the library in the July school holidays for KidsFest. We have a range of exciting water-themed events and activities for you and your whānau to engage with.
Activities running every day:
Mystery Trail – Calling all young sleuths! Explore Waimakariri's libraries with Hemi the Hector's Dolphin and learn water-themed facts along the way. Just follow the clues!
Craft – We have special easter crafts available to you to do while in our spaces.
Kidsfest events:Melanie PoppinsPrepare to be spellbound! Join us at the library for a magical performance by the enchanting Melanie Poppins. With dazzling tricks, mind-bending illusions, and a sprinkle of her signature charm, Melanie will leave audiences of all ages amazed and inspired. Suitable for ages 10 & under.Kaiapoi Library - Monday 30 June, 11amRangiora Library - Monday 30 June, 2pmBookings are essential. Book now via Humanitix for Kaiapoi and Rangiora. Haiku HikeJoin Waimakariri Libraries Learning Connections Coordinator, Jason Clements, in a haiku workshop for kids in the Waimakariri District. Workshop participants will have the opportunity to: discover how writing is like magic by creating short poems full of imagery; learn how to become more ‘precise’ and ‘specific’ with their writing; take a ‘Haiku Hike’ along their local river to inspire haiku; gain an opportunity to have their work published in the World Congress of Poets Literary journal, Fuego Volume 3. Suitable for ages 10+ Oxford - Tuesday 1 July, 9am - 12.30pmAssembly point: Ashley Gorge Holiday Park Office Kaiapoi - Wednesday 2 July, 9am - 12.30pmAssembly point: Kaiapoi LibraryRangiora - Thursday 3 July, 9am - 12.30pmAssembly point: Mike Kean WalkwayBookings are essential. Book now via Humanitix for Oxford, Kaiapoi, and Rangiora. Design Your Own Water BottleJoin us at the library for a fun-filled session where you can customise a reusable water bottle that reflects your unique style. All materials will be provided, and you'll get to take home your masterpiece! Suitable for ages 10+Kaiapoi Library - Tuesday 1 July, 1-1.30pm, 1.30-2pmOxford Library - Wednesday 2 July, 1-1.30pmRangiora Library - Thursday 3 July, 1-1.30pm, 1.30-2pmBookings are essential. Book now via Humanitix for Kaiapoi, Oxford, and Rangiora.Fossil Fun with Canterbury MuseumCalling all up and coming palaeontologists! Join us, as the Canterbury Museum bring along real and replica fossils of dinosaur teeth, crabs, stegosaurus plates, and a coprolite (fossilised poo!) for you to handle and learn more about! The team will be ready to share their expert knowledge and answer any questions you might have. There will also be a badge maker on site for you to make your very own dino themed badge! Suitable for all ages.Kaiapoi Library - Wednesday 2 July, 10.30am-12pmRangiora Library - Wednesday 2 July, 1.30-3pm Teddy Bear SleepoverKick off the night with a cozy picnic and movie, where you and your teddy can enjoy snacks, snuggles, and a heartwarming film together. Then, tuck them in and say goodbye as they embark on their Teddy Bear Sleepover at the Library! Your teddy will spend the night exploring the shelves, meeting new stuffed friends, and having an unforgettable library adventure. When you return the next day, you will be reunited with your friend and hear all about the mischief they have been up too. Suitable for ages 10 & under..Rangiora Library - Friday 4 July, 5pm Bookings are essential. Book now via 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 - Monday 7 July, 12-2pmRangiora Library – Wednesday 9 July, 12-2pmBookings are essential. Book now via Humanitix for Kaiapoi and Rangiora.
Painting with Crafty Kids!Get your craft on and paint your very own Plaster of Paris craft! Suitable for ages 5-13.Kaiapoi Library - Monday 7 July, 10-10.30am, 10.30-11am, 11-11:30amRangiora Library – Friday 11 July, 10-10.30am, 10.30-11am, 11-11:30amBookings are essential. Book now via Humanitix for Kaiapoi and Rangiora.
Pirate-themed StorytimesAhoy, mateys! Set sail for adventure at our swashbuckling Pirate-Themed Storytime! Join us at the library for tales of daring pirates, hidden treasures, and high-seas adventures. Dress up in your best pirate gear and see puppet pirates walk the plank. Whether you're a tiny cabin boy or a seasoned captain, this is an event not to be missed. Yo ho ho, see you there! Suitable for ages 0-5.Oxford Library - Tuesday 8 July, 10.30amKaiapoi Library - Wednesday 9 July, 10.30amRangiora Library - Thursday 10 July, 10.30am Waimakariri Family Quiz Night Gather your family, sharpen your wits, and join us for an unforgettable evening of fun at the Waimakariri Libraries Family Quiz Night! Put your knowledge to the test with questions that span across generations and topics, from pop culture to local trivia. Whether you're competing for the top spot or just here for the laughs, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on the chance to bond, compete, and create lasting memories—right here at your library! Suitable for all ages.Oxford Library - Wednesday 9 July, 6pm Kaiapoi Library - Thursday 10 July, 6pmRangiora Library - Friday 11 July, 6pm Bookings are essential. Book now via Humanitix for Oxford, Kaiapoi, and Rangiora.
