April 2021
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School Holidays Astronomy Night Fabric Swap
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World Autism Awareness Day Wednesday 7 April, 10:30am Saturday 10 April, 10:30am Naenae Library We have some great picture books for and about tamariki on the autism spectrum. Everyone is welcome to these sessions of 4 stories followed by some Duplo and Lego play.
Catch up with Deputy Mayor Tui Lewis, Cr Naomi Shaw & Cr Josh Briggs Thursday 8 April, 10am-12pm Eastbourne Library Chat with Deputy Mayor Tui Lewis and Councillors & Hutt Valley DHB members Naomi Shaw & Josh Briggs about the things that matter to you.
We'll be closed Friday 2 April (Good Friday) Sunday 4 April (Easter Sunday) Monday 5 April (Easter Monday) All Libraries and Hubs closed Saturday 3 April Eastbourne & Moera closed
Fabric Swap (and Quilt Display) Saturday 10 April, 10am-2pm War Memorial Library Share your bits, bobs, buttons and excess fabric with others then pick up some fabric for your next project! We'll also have quilts from Capital Quilters and Cherie's Quilt Studio on display, plus fabric creations from our talented staff!
Sunday 25 April (Anzac Day) Monday 26 April (Anzac Day Observed) All Libraries and Hubs closed
Astronomy Night: One Dark-Sky, preserving the heritage Wednesday 14 April, 6:30pm War Memorial Library Join Adela Devarajan from the Wellington Astronomical Society and International Dark Sky Association (IDA) for a look at the importance of preserving the night sky for future generations from its continued light pollution.
Discover Your WWI Soldier Friday 16 April, 10am Naenae Library Discover how to access and interpret military personnel records at this free hands-on workshop with Jeffrey Russell. Register by emailing LibrariesEvents@huttcity.govt.nz.
Catch Up With Campbell
Digital Drop In
Saturday 17 April, 12pm Petone Library Thursday 29 April, 11am Moera Library
Sundays 11 & 18 April, 1pm Naenae Library
Have an issue you'd like Mayor Campbell Barry to know about? Want to give him some feedback? Pop in for this group discussion!
Pop in to see the friendly team at your local library and get help with your digital device and technological questions.
GET CONNECTED WITH WORK CONNECT. Work Connect
Community Chat
Work Connect is a free programme Work Connect to help skilled migrants, partners and Information session adult children of skilled migrants, and international student graduates Find out apply now (level 7more & and above) prepare for the Visit careers.govt.nz/workconnect or phone 0800 222 733 and ask New Zealand job market. Everyone is about Work Connect. welcome at these sessions.
Ask questions, get advice, raise your concerns, or have a chat with organisations that provide services to our communities. Weekly at the War Memorial Library. Starts 13 April.
Are you a skilled migrant, partner of a skilled migrant, or an international student graduate (level 7 and above) looking for work? Work Connect is a free 10-hour programme to help you prepare for the New Zealand job market.
Job Searching
In this Session you will
Get tips and tools for effective Job Searching Learn about the Work Connect programme and whether you are eligible
When: Time: Where: Cost:
Tuesday 13 April 1pm to 2pm Taita Library, Walter Nash Centre Free
Eligibility criteria apply.
facebook.com/workconnectnz
Job Searching Tuesday 13 April, 1pm-2pm Walter Nash Centre Learn valuable information about what the NZ employer looks for in a candidate, what job search strategies work best, and tips on how to market yourself strategically.
Interview Skills Tuesday 13 April, 5pm-6pm War Memorial Library Learn how to prepare for an interview, including what types of questions you can expect, and more.
CV Writing Thursday 29 April, 12pm-1pm Petone Library Learn how to structure and write a CV that stands out, and understand the importance of tailoring your CV to the job you are applying for.
Whitmarsh Law Tuesday 13 April, 1pm-2pm Solicitor Jordan Watt will answer
questions and provide advice about writing your will. He is known for using plain English to explain legal details and issues.
Te Omanga Hospice Tuesday 20 April, 1pm-2pm The Hospice provides palliative care to those living with a terminal or life limiting illness in the Hutt Valley. Find out what services they offer, how they support the patients and their family, and get your questions answered.
Connected - Employment, Education and Training Tuesday 27 April, 1pm-2pm Connected is an all-of-government service that helps New Zealanders connect with advice and support about employment, education and training available through government agencies.
Stepping UP Computer Classes - Term 2 2021
Baby Bounce & Rhyme: New Sessions!
Hutt City Libraries and Digital Inclusion Alliance Aotearoa offer FREE computer classes for people with basic or no computer skills.
Bob Scott Retirement Village, Petone Wednesday 28 April, 10:30am
Term 2 classes start Monday 3 May and are available at Naenae, Petone, Stokes Valley, Taita, Wainuiomata, and War Memorial Libraries.
Bring your pēpi to join Library staff and residents on the last Wednesday of the month for a fun half-hour of songs, rhymes and fingerplays.
Koraunui Community Hub Saturdays, 2pm
LET IMAGINATIONS
Visit http://library.huttcity.govt.nz or see in-library for the class timetable.
A half-hour of songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for your pēpi aged 0-2.
Phone 04 570 6633 or ask at your local library to register for a class.
Watch celebrated stories read aloud by storytellers from Australia and New Zealand with Story Box Library! Available FREE through Hutt City Libraries. Visit us online at library.huttcity.govt.nz to find out more.
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Regular Events & Services Book Talks
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7 Apr, 1:30pm
Friendly and casual monthly book discussion groups. E
7 Apr, 11am
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8 Apr, 10:30am
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19 Apr, 1pm
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19 Apr, 7pm
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21 Apr, 1:30pm
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Craft Group Thursdays, 2pm
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Craft and Chat Fridays, 2pm
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Crafty Volunteers No sessions in April.
SeniorNet Social Morning
30 Apr, 2pm
Members of the NZ Society of Genealogists (Hutt Valley) can assist with researching your family history. 7 & 21 Apr, 10am-12pm
Family History Drop-in Get help with your family history enquiries. No need to book, just drop in! W
13 Apr, 1pm
WM Wednesdays, 11:30am
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14 Apr, 1pm
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15 Apr, 1pm
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21 Apr, 1pm
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No session in April.
Steady As You Go
WM 15 Apr, 5pm
Nash Knitters Tuesdays, 1pm
Colouring In Sundays, 2pm
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Meet-up with other writers to share experiences.
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28 Apr, 1pm
Writers' Table
Craft Groups
Craft Group Sundays, 1pm
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Help With Family History
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Need a JP? No need to book, pop in anytime during the hour.
Book Groups
1 Apr, 10:30am
19 Apr, 12pm
Justices of the Peace
12 Apr, 10:30am
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Senior Social Group
Gentle exercise to increase balance, strength & mobility, with Age Concern. Entry by Koha. T
Mondays, 1:30pm Wednesdays, 12pm
Enjoy playing Scrabble with others. All ages welcome.
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Tuesdays, 11am Thursdays, 1pm
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Ready. Steady. Balance.
Scrabble Club
Fridays, 2pm-4:30pm
WM 9 Apr, 1pm
Community Law Clinics Hour-long legal advice clinics provided by the Wellington and Hutt Valley Community Law Centre. N
Tuesdays, 2pm
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Wednesdays, 11am
Class for seniors. Includes exercises for improving stability, balance and coordination. All welcome! P
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Tuesdays, 1pm
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Fridays, 11am
WM 23 Apr, 10am
Petone Library
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Stokes Valley Library
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Taita Library
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Wainuiomata Library
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Regular Events & Services Bricks & Pieces
Baby Bounce & Rhyme
Make amazing LEGO® builds at the library! Ages 5+ 3 Apr, 2pm WM 16 Apr, 3:45pm
A half-hour of songs, rhymes, and fingerplays for your pēpi aged 0-2 years. E
Mondays, 10am
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8 Apr, 3:45pm
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9 Apr, 3:30pm 24 Apr, 2pm
Mondays, 10:30am
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18 April, 2pm
Tuesdays, 10:30am Fridays, 10:30am Saturdays, 10:30am Tuesdays, 10:15am Saturdays, 2pm
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Thursdays, 10:30am
Unleash your inner artist as we explore story with fun, creative and collaborative activities.
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Rip, Snip and Create!
Level 4, Bob Scott Retirement Village Petone 28 Apr, 10:30am
Inklings Book Group
Preschool Storytime
Exploring books and beyond! For ages 8-12.
A half-hour of stories and songs for tamariki aged 2-5 years. W
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Thursdays, 11:30am
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Wednesdays, 10:30am
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Wednesdays, 11am
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Wednesdays, 10am Saturdays, 10:30am
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Thursdays, 11am
WM 8 Apr, 3:45pm
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Tuesdays, 3:45pm
Enjoy a cuppa and a movie on the big screen. T
8 Apr, 10am Movie: Quartet
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15 Apr, 11am Movie: Their Finest
WM 21 April, 10am
Social Drama for Seniors
No lines to learn, no audience, just fun!
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Get inspired at these weekly creative meet-ups for youth aged 13–21. During term time. WM Fridays, 4:30pm-6pm
After-school Events for Tamariki and Rangatahi During term time. W
Weekdays, 3:30pm
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Weekdays, 3:30pm
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Weekdays, 3pm
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Fridays, 3:30pm
Discover: Stories
Enjoy stories followed by a creative activity. Ages 5+. E
1 Apr, 3:15pm
Board Games Time
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Thursdays, 3:45pm
Movies
WM Fridays, 10:30am
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[Common Room]: Creative Writing
Note: Events and programmes may be cancelled or postponed depending on Covid-19 Alert Level. For up-to-date information visit library.huttcity.govt.nz or phone 04 570 6633.
Tuesdays, 11:30 War Memorial Library 2 Queens Drive
Eastbourne Library
E 38 Rimu Street
Moera Library
M 107 Randwick Crescent
Naenae Library
N 341 Cambridge Terrace
Holiday Events 17 April to 2 May Be innovative! Build, hack, design, draw and more with us these school holidays. All events are FREE and aimed at ages 5+ unless otherwise specified. Visit library.huttcity.govt.nz to find out more!
Note: Events/programmes may be cancelled or postponed depending on Covid-19 Alert Level. For up-to-date information visit library.huttcity.govt.nz or phone 04 570 6633.