Auckland Libraries blog

On our national day of remembrance, we commemorate those who served and lost their lives for our country.  If you want to learn more, delve into Auckland Council Libraries’ books, podcasts and online research resources or come along to one of our events. Events Online Cenotaph Celebrating 25 Years with Victoria Passau – Wednesday 20 April 2022, 12pm-1pm Online Cenotaph is a database of more than 255,000 individual records spanning the South African Wars to today. Managed by Tāmaki Paenga Hira / Auckland War Memorial Museum, in December 2021 the initiative marked 25 years of telling the stories of military veterans.  In this online-only event, Victoria Passau will be exploring the history and impact of the Online Cenotaph over the last quarter-century. You can book tickets for free on the OurAuckland website . Flanders Fields Heritage Concert – Thursday 28 April 2022, 12.10pm-1pm Our Thursday Heritage Concert Autumn Series starts with a commemorative concert acknowledgin...

You’re never too old to learn something new. Auckland Council Libraries offers a vast selection of tools, resources, classes and workshops designed to help you sharpen your mind, broaden your skill set and reach your goals. Learn life skills through Pathways Awarua Pathways Awarua is a free online learning tool that helps you improve your reading, writing and maths skills and teaches you practical tasks like budgeting and learning to drive. We’re delighted to have developed a new learning path called ‘Living in your Community’ - with easy-to-use interactive modules that give you the knowledge, skills and support to thrive. Try out our first two modules focused on public libraries and how to use our services and navigate the shelves. Visit the Pathways Awarua website on your home computer or device or from a public PC at the library and sign up for an account. Once you’re logged in, you can start learning immediately! Classes and workshops Tāmaki Makaurau is a diverse city, and our l...

The world of Pacific literature is diverse, full of surprises and powerful! Our latest Pacific titles cover an ocean of subjects including feminism, beautiful Pacific poetry, and myths and legends. Explore these curated lists of adult and kids books put together by Senior Pacific Content Specialist Veronica, and celebrate Pacific literature by checking them out at your local library or via our catalogue. New Pacific adult books Vā: Stories by Women of the Moana  edited by Sisilia Eteuati & Lani Young An anthology of female-driven narratives from 38 writers drawn from across the Pacific. The stories touch on themes such as family, history, culture and feminism. Tackle Your Success: 7 Truths of a Professional Athlete: A Step-by-step Guide to a New Life After Sports by Filipo Levi From playing for the Highlanders to captaining Manu Samoa against the All Blacks, Filipo Levi has faced more than his fair share of challenges throughout his illustrious career. In this in...