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.
Grab your library card, remember your PIN number and jump right in!
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.
Coming up in October:
Week 1Rangiora - October 2, 5-7pm - Regular Late NightRangiora - October 3, 5-7pm - Adult Lego NightAdults, it’s your turn to build! LEGO Club may be for the kids, but next Friday is all about you. Bring your imagination and we’ll supply the bricks. We can't wait to see what you create.Week 2Kaiapoi - October 9, 5.30pm - Rainbow Meetups A casual social group for all ages of the LGBTQIA+ community in Waimakariri, including allies and whānau!All ages welcome!Rangiora - October 10, 5.30pm- 5 Techniques for Combating Stress with Tracey O'CallaghanLooking for effective ways to manage stress? Join us for Five Techniques for Combating Stress with Tracey O’Callaghan, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Change Facilitator, at Rangiora Library. Tracey will explain what stress is, how to recognise its signs and the five techniques to help you take back control. These insights are drawn from her recently published book ‘Control, Alt, Delete, how to reset your life and get back on track’, now available at our libraries. Seats are limited so register your space today via Humanitix and hear from the expert herself
Week 3Kaiapoi - October 16, 5-7pm - Regular Late NightRangiora - October 17, 5.30pm - Zentangle A session introducing the drawing technique of the Zentangle Method, and pattern drawing technique which uses easy to learn techniques and simple strokes to slowly build up beautiful small artworks. A wonderful wind down and calm session at the end of your week. Anything is possible.... One stroke at a time. Tickets are $7 and bookable via Humanitix.Week 4 Kaiapoi - October 23, 5:30-7pm - Family Movie Night Rangiora - October 24, 5:30-7pm - Movie Night
Week 5Kaiapoi - October 30, 5:30pm - The Fizz and Floods of Family Life Christchurch Archaeology ProjectJoin us for a fascinating journey into 19th-century Kaiapoi with Katharine Watson, Chair of the Christchurch Archaeology Project. Delving into the lives of two families who lived on Raven Quay in the 19th century - including the soda water manufacturing Milsoms, hence the ‘fizz’ in the title! Book your spot now via Humanitix.Rangiora - October 31, 5pm - Halloween @ The LibraryMake Rangiora Library the first stop on your Halloween adventure with facepainting starting from 5pm, a spooky movie (PG) and crafts to entertain your whānau. We'll also have lollies for those who are dressed up!
