Library Notes 19 February 2020
Published on February 19, 2020
Top 10 books
New Fiction
The Confession by John Grisham
The Secret of Cold Hill by Peter James
Island at the End of the World by Deborah Rodriguez
Skeleton Coast by Clive Cussler and Jack DuBrul
Trust Exercise by Susan Choi
Mother’s Child by Michael Conant
The Almanack by Martine Bailey
The Note by Zoe Folbigg
Bad Seed by Jessica Eames
Slave Old Man by Patrick Chamoiseau
Renee Faleseuga – Library Assistant
Stories and storytelling are a vital part of the human experience, steadfast through time and place. They can be many things, shape-shifting as they are viewed from different angles. They can yell truths, whisper secrets, mutter inaccuracies and sow seeds of all kinds. Libraries have long been the houses to hold such wonders.
Here at Libraries Horowhenua, we pride ourselves in having stories available in various forms. From the beloved book to the modern e-book, audio-books, DVDs and everything in between, stories jump from our shelves in all manner of ways. Another unique way we like to share stories is through our community exhibition spaces, our gallery space at Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō and Shannon Library. Art is a powerful and significant communicator, and it is important to us to help share the voices of our region.
Both spaces are available to book for exhibitions, and we are always on the lookout for artists from our community. Our main gallery at Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō is located in the heart of our building with plenty of foot traffic. Large panels and a selection of cabinets’ means it’s perfect for various mediums; exhibitions are up for the calendar month. Shannon Library is a more intimate space, with works hung above the book-shelves and a 4 – 8 week exhibition time, depending on availability.
If you think you might be interested in exhibiting with us, head over to our website www.tetakere.org.nz/Bookings to make an enquiry and start the selection process. There can be a wait time, but don’t let that deter you, submitting a completed application in is the only way to ensure you can be considered should a cancellation come up, or when bookings open for 2021. In the meantime, make sure to come down regularly and see what’s on exhibition!
What’s On
Exhibitions
‘Fantails and Friends’ an exhibition of paintings by local artist: Iris Reesby, Saturday 2 February to Saturday 29 February Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō
Anne Frank ‘Let me be myself ‘Exhibition: Friday 1 November to Monday 2 March 2020 Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom
Adult Reading Challenge:
Due to popular demand WE HAVE EXTENDED THE CHALLENGE DATE AND FINALE - 20 February 7pm!
Heritage room:
The Heritage rooms at Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō are manned by volunteers 10am-12.30 pm Monday to Saturday and Wednesday and Thursday afternoons 1.00pm – 3.00pm. Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom Heritage Room has the Research librarian available all day every Friday.
Thursday 20 February
Made to Sew: Learn some new skills and develop the confidence to use our sewing machines for your own, un-tutored projects. Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō Youth Space 10am – 12pm
Lego Hour: Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom 3.30pm-4.30pm
Friday 21 February
Friday Concert: Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō 12pm
SeniorNet: Get help with your tablets, phones and laptops
Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom 10am-12pm
Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō 2pm -4pm
Sunday 23 February
Family Time in the Youth Space: Giant board games, craft activities and family fun in the Youth Space every Sunday from 1pm to 4pm. Come on in with the whānau!
Monday 24 February:
Raukawa Whanau Ora playgroup: Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō 9.30am-12.00pm
Toddler Time:
Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō – Children’s Library, every Monday, 2pm
Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom – Children’s Library, every Monday 2.15pm
Made to Sew: Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō Youth Space Age 13+ 3.30pm – 5pm
Tuesday 25 February:
Raukawa Whanau Ora playgroup: Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō 9.30am-12.00pm
Tai Chi Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō Main Space 10am
JP Service: Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō 11.30am-1.30pm
Wednesday 26 February:
Social crochet and coffee club: Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō 10.30am
Toddler Time Shannon Library, every Wednesday 2pm
Quiz Night: Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō $5
Thursday 27 February:
Raukawa Whanau Ora playgroup: Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō 9.30am-12.00pm
Made to Sew: Learn some new skills and develop the confidence to use our sewing machines for your own, un-tutored projects. Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō Youth Space 10am – 12pm