Join us for some exciting activities to encourage reading over summer at Botany Library.
Botany Library Summer Holiday Programme
3D Christmas Trees π Tues 17 Dec, 4PM-5PM
Branch out your creativity by making and decorating a 3D Christmas tree to add some festive flair to your home.
Recommended age: 5+
Fan-tastic Foam Fun π Wed 18 Dec, 3PM-4PM
Stay cool this summer with a personalised fan and make some noise with a foam finger—perfect for cheering at summer sports.
Recommended age: 5+
Festive Felt Stockings π Thurs 19 Dec, 3PM- 4PM
Put your best foot forward and craft a personalised felt stocking to fill with treats and goodies.
Recommended age: 6+ | Registration required via Eventfinda
Christmas Storytime & Craft π Fri 20 Dec, 10:30AM-11:30AM
Snuggle up for festive tales and create holiday keepsakes in this cozy session for little ones.
Recommended age: 5 and under
LEGO Christmas Challenge π Sat 21 Dec, 3PM-4PM
Show off your LEGO skills in this festive building challenge!
Recommended age: 5+
Ho Ho Ho, This Seat is Yours! π Mon 23 Dec, 10:30AM-11:30AM
Get ready to spread some Christmas cheer with this adorable Santa Claus place card holder for your festive dinner table. Recommended age: 5+
FIFA/ FC25 Tournament π Fri 27 Dec, 3PM-5PM
Compete in the EAFC25 PS5 Tournament to be in to win a free copy of the game
Recommended age: 10+| Registration required via Eventfinda
Piwakawaka (Fantail) Flyers π Mon 30 Dec, 10:30AM-11:30 AM
Create a piwakawaka that flaps its wings in this fun and crafty session!
Recommended age: 5+
Mad Science: Sundae Funday π Tue 31 Dec, 10:30AM-11:30AM
Learn to make hokey pokey and speed run making ice cream with the power of SCIENCE!
Recommended age: 7+ | Registration required via Eventfinda
Sketching Anime: A Beginner's Workshop π Sat 4 Jan, 3PM-4PM
Sharpen your pencils and learn the basics of anime drawing in this fun interactive class. Recommended age: 7+
Robo Learning Lab π Mon 6 Jan, 3PM-4PM
Get ready to gear up as you build and program your own robot in this tech-savvy workshop.
Recommended age: Recommended age: 8+ | Registration required via Eventfinda
Salt Dough Pendants π Tues 7 Jan, 10:30AM-11:30AM
Learn the meaning behind MΔori symbols and make your own inspired salt dough pendant.
Recommended age: 5+
Summer Adventure Trail π Thurs 9 Jan, 3PM-4PM
Join our summer scavenger hunt! Look for the hidden QR codes around the library, scan them, and discover awesome ideas for fun places to explore this summer!
Recommended age: 5+
Bring Your Cartoons to Life: Drawing for All Ages π Sat 11 Jan, 3PM-4PM
Discover your inner comic artist! Join us for an exciting Cartoon Drawing Workshop with the talented Stu Duval! Recommended age: 5+
Robo Learning Lab π Mon 13 Jan, 3PM-4PM
Missed the first session? No worries! Build and program your own robot in this hands-on workshop. Recommended age: 8+ | Registration required via Eventfinda
Digital Discovery Day π Tues 14 Jan, 3PM-5PM
Dive into the digital world! Explore the latest gadgets and games, including Mario Kart and PS5.
Recommended age: 5+
Spotty Dotty Sculptures π Thurs 16 Jan, 10:30AM-11:30AM
Create colourful, Kusama-inspired sculptures that are sure to be spot on!
Recommended age: 5+
Your story, your way! π Fri 17 Jan, 3pm-4pm Join us for a fun interactive, choose your own adventure journey. Perfect for sparking the imagination of young adventurers. Recommended age: 5+
Kids’ Market Day π Sat 18 Jan, 2PM-4PM
A market by kids, for everyone! Explore stalls run by young entrepreneurs aged 6-12, offering a variety of handmade crafts, tasty goodies, upcycled treasures, and more! Email Bootany Library for running a stall botany.library@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Kid's Creative Lens: DIY Camera Fun π Mon 20 Jan, 10:30AM-11:30AM
Get crafty and make your own Camera and film reel to tell a story. Recommended age: 5+
3D City Builders π Tues 21 Jan, 10:30AM - 11:30AM Design and craft your own 3D city!
Recommended age: 5+
Bottle Cap Strikers: A Kickin' Good Time π Thu 23 Jan, 10:30AM-11:30AM
Create your own tabletop soccer game. Take it home and play with your friends for an exciting mini soccer experience. Recommended age: 5+
Zine-making creations π Fri 24 Jan, 3pm-4pm
Craft your mini Zine (book) and tell a story to your friends and family. Recommended age: 5+
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