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Published: 29-Jan-2026
Borrow a Ukulele from Waimakariri Libraries for 2 weeks - for free!
Waimakariri Libraries are delighted to launch our very first musical instrument collection of borrowable ukuleles. The collection consists of 7 ukuleles, each with their own travel carry case and ukulele booklet filled with tips, chord charts and songs to learn. Learn how to play using provided sheet music, chord charts and accessing lessons in our eLibrary. We'll be launching this collection on 26 February from 2.30-4pm at Rangiora Library. Join us for a musical jam session to celebrate the launch of our Borrowable Ukulele Collection. Bring your own instrument, try your hand at playing a ukulele, ask questions or borrow one for 2 weeks for free with your library card!
