Thursday, November 12, 2015

November December delights at Takapuna Library

Priscilla Lowry on the World of Silk 

When: Tuesday 17 November, 6pm - 7.30pm
Where: Takapuna Library
Cost: Gold coin donation
Join Priscilla Lowry as she talks about the history of silk.
The world of silk is Priscilla's third book in a series on silk.
Her talk will also be an opportunity to view the exhibition which celebrates the publication.

The exhibition is a rich display covering many of the aspects of the history and versatility of silk, and includes examples of Priscilla's unique silk garments and wall-pieces.

Light refreshments will be served from 6pm. If you would like to come along, please RSVP to Helen Woodhouse or phone (09) 890 4903.

Steve Braunias in conversation with Finlay MacDonald 

When: Thursday 3 December, 6pm - 7.30pm
Where: Takapuna Library
Cost: $5
Join Steve Braunias as he talks to Finlay MacDonald about his recently published book The scene of the crime.
In the hands of award-winning journalist and author Steve Braunias these 12 extraordinary tales of crime and punishment become more than courtroom dramas and sensational headlines, they become a window onto another world.
This event is $5 for general public and $2 for Friends of the Library.
Light refreshments will be served from 6pm, the author talk will start at 6.30pm.
Please RSVP to Helen Woodhouse or phone (09) 890 4903.

Enjoy a delightful Christmas Day performance at the Takapuna Beach Reserve:

The end of the golden weather 

When: Christmas Day  Friday 25 December, 10am
Where: Takapuna Beach Reserve
Cost: Free
Celebrate the TENTH YEAR in a row  that -  A scene from Bruce Mason's play 'The end of the golden weather' will be performed, by actor Stephen Lovatt.

The scene is a child's point of view of Christmas Day on Takapuna Beach in the 1930s.
The performance lasts about 30 minutes. Come along and sit on the grass or bring a chair.
If conditions are wet, the performance will be held at the nearby Takapuna Memorial Hall.


For the children of the family, we invite you to join our summer reading programme

Dare to Unlock The Secret?
"Dare To Unlock The Secret" is this year's FREE Dare To Explore summer reading programme for children aged 5-13, which runs from Monday 7 Dec 2015 – Friday 22 Jan 2016.
It’s designed to:

How does it work?
Children sign up at their local library to receive a booklet and set a reading goal for the summer.  Booklets contain exciting challenges and activities all constructed to keep kids reading over summer. 
Challenges range from breaking codes, making music and posting online book reviews, to sharing family recipes and learning about the environment. Everything can be completed at home, on holiday, at the library or online with friends. Children who complete four challenges then get the chance to attend a party at their local library during the last week of the programme if they wish. 
Additionally there is also a te reo Māori component - Kia Māia te Whai that supports and encourages the use of te reo over summer.

This concludes our programme of events for 2015.  Thank you for your support.  We look forward to seeing you in 2016.
With best wishes for the festive season.
Helen

Helen Woodhouse| Takapuna Community Library Manager| Auckland Libraries – Ngā Whare Mātauranga o Tāmaki Makaurau - Ph 09 890 4903  Extn (46) 4903 Mobile 021 945 179  Takapuna Library, 1 The Strand, Takapuna Private Bag 93-508, Takapuna, Auckland 0740
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