libwebteam@ccc.govt.nz (Digital Library Web Team) libwebteam@ccc.govt.nz (Digital Library Web Team) en-nz New on Christchurch City Libraries website http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/News/RSS/New_on_Website.xml New and updated content on our website 2014 Christchurch City Libraries Tue, 01 Sep 2015 13:38:08 +1200 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 03:59:10 GMT New on the CCL website http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/ http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/assets/images/logos/CCL-logo-Colour.gif Like a virgin [blog post]Never tried one of our eBooks or downloadable audiobooks before? Maybe now is a great time to start.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/like-a-virgin/Tue, 01 Sep 2015 13:38:08 +1200 Te Kupu o Te Wiki - Maku (wet)To encourage the use of Te Reo Maori we are publishing weekly kupu (words) and phrases that can be used with children.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/te-kupu-o-te-wiki-maku-wet/Tue, 01 Sep 2015 13:37:00 +1200 Norman Kirk: 6 January 1923 - 31 August 1974 [blog post]Prime Minister Norman Kirk, M.P. for Sydenham died on 31 August 1974.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/norman-kirk-6-january-1923-31-august-1974/Mon, 31 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/locations/LINWOOD/Linwood Library now open until 7pm on ThursdaysLinwood Library at Eastgate is now open an extra hour on Thursdays. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/locations/LINWOOD/Tue, 01 Sep 2015 11:48:23 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/locations/ARANUI/Aranui Library now open on SundaysWe are happy to inform Aranui Library customers that the library is now open 10am to 4pm on Sundays.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/locations/ARANUI/Tue, 01 Sep 2015 11:46:52 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/charges/Fees and charges [updated]We have updated our fees and charges. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/charges/Tue, 01 Sep 2015 10:58:14 +1200 http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Policy/OurCustomers/MembershipPolicy.pdfMembership form [updated]We have updated our membership form. [PDF]http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Policy/OurCustomers/MembershipPolicy.pdfTue, 01 Sep 2015 10:57:19 +1200 http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Policy/FacilitiesCollections/Circulation.pdfCirculation policy [updated]We have updated our circulation policy. [PDF]http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Policy/FacilitiesCollections/Circulation.pdfTue, 01 Sep 2015 10:56:20 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/collecting-as-an-art-form/Collecting as an art form [blog post]Jane confesses to her collecting passions.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/collecting-as-an-art-form/Tue, 01 Sep 2015 10:55:52 +1200 http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/NewTitles/Current/ New titles September 2015 Our newly arrived titles, now across seven genres: digital (eBooks & eAudiobooks), fiction, non-fiction, audio and video, children's, large print and young adults. These items arrived in August 2015. Also available as an email newsletter. http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/NewTitles/Current/ Tue, 01 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +1200 https://www.flickr.com/photos/christchurchcitylibraries/sets/72157657570428328Photos from Shifting Points of View eventsPhotos from the WORD Christchurch events at the Christchurch Arts Festival on Sunday 30 August 2015.https://www.flickr.com/photos/christchurchcitylibraries/sets/72157657570428328Mon, 31 Aug 2015 12:35:53 +1200 https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/staff-pickles/Staff Pickles [new]Our team of staff pickles are here to bring you recommendations with flavour. We will be sharing booklists, book reviews, and blog posts - all about the books, movies, TV, and music we love.https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/staff-pickles/Mon, 31 Aug 2015 12:35:07 +1200 This week in Christchurch history (31 August to 6 September) [blog post]Discover some of the events that took place in Christchurch in years gone by.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/this-week-in-christchurch-history-31-august-to-6-september/Mon, 31 Aug 2015 10:01:58 +1200 Tongan Language Week - Uike 'o e Lea TongaTongan Language Week - Uike 'o e Lea Tonga 2015 takes place from 30 August to 5 September. Discover our Tongan language resources. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/tongan-language-week/Mon, 31 Aug 2015 10:00:58 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/michael-robotham-the-psychology-of-crime/Michael Robotham: The psychology of crime [blog post]Crime writer Michael Robotham gave a fab talk in Christchurch on Wednesday.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/michael-robotham-the-psychology-of-crime/Fri, 28 Aug 2015 14:16:44 +1200 https://www.flickr.com/photos/christchurchcitylibraries/sets/72157647872379832Photos of Halswell Centre [updated]We've uploaded some new photos showing the progress of Te Hapua: Halswell Centre.https://www.flickr.com/photos/christchurchcitylibraries/sets/72157647872379832Fri, 28 Aug 2015 14:12:45 +1200 Horticultural 'Grand Designs' versus 'Harsh Reality' [blog post]Karen dons a large floppy hat à la Greta Garbo and waits for her potatoes to chit... https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/horticultural-grand-designs-versus-harsh-reality/Thu, 27 Aug 2015 19:13:08 +1200 Your home [updated]Find useful information, suggestions and inspiration for house buying and renovations.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/your-home/Thu, 27 Aug 2015 10:49:52 +1200 http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/newtitles/rss/fiction_for_rss.xml RSS: New fiction All of the fiction that arrived over the past week. http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/newtitles/rss/fiction_for_rss.xml Thu, 27 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +1200 http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/newtitles/rss/nonfiction_for_rss.xml RSS: New non-fiction All the non-fiction books that arrived over the past week. http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/newtitles/rss/nonfiction_for_rss.xml Thu, 27 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +1200 http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/newtitles/rss/JustOrdered_for_rss.xml RSS: Just ordered All the items ordered over the past week. http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/newtitles/rss/JustOrdered_for_rss.xml Thu, 27 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/pride-and-perversion/Pride and Perversion [blog post]Jesse Bering is talking in Christchurch "On Perversion". http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/pride-and-perversion/Wed, 26 Aug 2015 13:17:22 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/new-zealand-fashion-in-pictures-our-flickr/New Zealand Fashion in pictures: Our FlickrExplore some NZ fashion looks from our collection.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/new-zealand-fashion-in-pictures-our-flickr/Wed, 26 Aug 2015 13:16:31 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/holiday-programmes/Holiday programmes September-October 2015 We've added information on the upcoming holiday programmes. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/holiday-programmes/Wed, 26 Aug 2015 13:15:04 +1200 Raging at road cones [blog post]Road cones: little orange triangles sent by Satan to torment you at every turn, or bright happy indicators of important progress? Alllisonsnotmyfirstname wants to know what you think.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/raging-at-road-cones/Tue, 25 Aug 2015 18:48:47 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/literary-prizes/#HugoHugo Awards 2015 [updated]We list the current nominees and all winners for several of the 'published' forms such as novel, graphic novel, short forms and related works.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/literary-prizes/#HugoTue, 25 Aug 2015 11:44:26 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/charges/Changes to fees and chargesSome of our fees and charges are changing on 1 September 2015. We've listed a summary of the changes on our fees page.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/charges/Tue, 25 Aug 2015 10:01:21 +1200 https://www.flickr.com/photos/christchurchcitylibraries/Photos [updated]Our latest batch of photos includes progress of the New Central Library.https://www.flickr.com/photos/christchurchcitylibraries/Tue, 25 Aug 2015 09:59:38 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/and-the-peasants-rejoiced/And the peasants rejoiced [blog post]Simone looks forward to the upcoming Royal New Zealand Balletproduction of Midsummer Night's Dream.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/and-the-peasants-rejoiced/Tue, 25 Aug 2015 09:57:18 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/read-the-book-then-see-the-film/Read the book then see the film [blog post]Want to read the book before you see the movie? This post will get you ahead of the game with a crop of books about to get the silver screen treatment.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/read-the-book-then-see-the-film/Tue, 25 Aug 2015 09:55:53 +1200 http://ketechristchurch.peoplesnetworknz.info/en/site/all/images/related_to/topic/34-lichfield-street-christchurch-street#.VduStfmSzONBus Interchange [photos]We've added some photos of the new section of the Bus Interchange to Kete Christchurch, our community repository.http://ketechristchurch.peoplesnetworknz.info/en/site/all/images/related_to/topic/34-lichfield-street-christchurch-street#.VduStfmSzONTue, 25 Aug 2015 09:54:37 +1200 http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/6a58bd3b-e630-4865-a404-9b3b73be5934?postId=e548b08b-b2af-486a-8978-6e1eb355f0a0Picture books newsletter August 2015 newsletterPicture books this month include farting ponies and trips to the moon. It's all good!http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/6a58bd3b-e630-4865-a404-9b3b73be5934?postId=e548b08b-b2af-486a-8978-6e1eb355f0a0Tue, 25 Aug 2015 09:53:40 +1200 Kids' Books August 2015 newsletterFeaturing in this month's Kids' Books newsletter: Mad Brownies, good ogres, prehistoric predators, plus a great selection of genius reads.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/d5189884-1d96-4060-9eb4-7ffa4b9e2979?postId=c7df1076-d6d9-474c-9a7f-a6ba72f6f688Tue, 25 Aug 2015 09:00:27 +1200 Tax [updated]We have updated our page about common taxes and processes and where to find information about them.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/tax/Tue, 25 Aug 2015 08:21:41 +1200 The birdwatcher's guide to love [blog post]Roberta recommends birdwatching men as potential partners.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/the-birdwatchers-guide-to-love/Tue, 25 Aug 2015 08:18:50 +1200 This week in Christchurch history (24 to 30 August0 [blog post]Discover some of the events that took place in Christchurch in years gone by.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/this-week-in-christchurch-history-24-to-30-august/Tue, 25 Aug 2015 08:15:26 +1200 New Zealand Fashion in pictures: Kete ChristchurchFor New Zealand Fashion Week we're going to be sharing some of our favourite images of New Zealand Fashion from Kete Christchurch.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/08/24/new-zealand-fashion-kete-christchurch/Mon, 24 Aug 2015 14:16:24 +1200 Historical Fiction August 2015 newsletterFans of the Roaring Twenties will enjoy the featured titles set in the 1920s in this month's newsletter.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/916ad032-752f-4b99-a607-bf94c84e8514?postId=521e2c69-9db4-4721-87a9-3fb75c7c421dMon, 24 Aug 2015 14:14:29 +1200 http://heritage.christchurchcitylibraries.com/Archives/Priest-1915/Arthur Francis Lester Priest : Diary 1915 [digital collection]A diary kept by Arthur Francis Lester Priest (1893-1915) from late 1914 to August 1915. The diary documents his experience in the first World War. The collection includes some memorabilia kept with the diary: a letter, newspaper clippings, postcard and photograph.http://heritage.christchurchcitylibraries.com/Archives/Priest-1915/Mon, 24 Aug 2015 14:05:51 +1200 Storylines Festival and Family Day [Kids]Find out about the fun events of Storylines Family Day, which will take place on Sunday 23 August at Upper Riccarton Library.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/storylines-festival/Thu, 20 Aug 2015 15:05:13 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/national-geographic-virtual-library-your-world-from-home/National Geographic Virtual Library [blog post]High standards since 1888 has meant this magazine has a worldwide circulation in the millions. National Geographic has not just raised public awareness of the importance of natural places and wildlife, it has also actively funded scientific research including that of mountain gorilla expert Dian Fossey and discoverer of the sunken Titanic, Robert Ballard.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/national-geographic-virtual-library-your-world-from-home/Thu, 20 Aug 2015 14:55:50 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/news/shirley-library-will-remain-open-during-its-9-week-repair-programme/Shirley Library will remain open during its 9-week repair programme [news]From Monday 24 August 2015 Christchurch City Council is repairing the Shirley Library, near The Palms, at 36 Marshlands Road.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/news/shirley-library-will-remain-open-during-its-9-week-repair-programme/Thu, 20 Aug 2015 14:52:59 +1200 From Kip to Glen [blog post]Discover our recently digitised collection of World War II letters and cards, 1940-1945, written by Howard Kippenberger.https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/from-kip-to-glen/Thu, 20 Aug 2015 13:37:17 +1200 This week in Christchurch history (17 to 23 August) [blog post]Discover some of the events that took place in Christchurch in years gone by.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/this-week-in-christchurch-history-17-to-23-august/Thu, 20 Aug 2015 13:34:50 +1200 Lawrence of Arabia: not just a WWI hero! [blog post]Ruby2shoesnz delves into the life of Lawrence of Arabia.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/lawrence-of-arabia/Thu, 20 Aug 2015 13:31:26 +1200 Warm patrons of literature [blog post]Anthony Trollope visited New Zealand in August 1872 - Bronwyn tells us what he thought of the experience.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/warm-patrons-of-literature/Thu, 20 Aug 2015 13:28:22 +1200 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards [new]Previously sponsored by NZ Post, the New Zealand Book Awards have a new name and sponsor.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/new-zealand-book-awards/Thu, 20 Aug 2015 12:43:32 +1200 Science and Nature August 2015 newsletterBooks on endangered species, evolution, and stunning images from the Hubble telescope.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/e6392c11-66f7-4b58-a420-f09f95eb4f4d?postId=2d2d573e-fcd4-4768-841e-bbe4218b94d5Thu, 20 Aug 2015 12:41:12 +1200 Biography and Memoir August 2015 newsletterIn this month's Biography and Memoir newsletter: romantic outlaws, mountain climbers, double agents, and editor Sarah Hepola's memoir of her life as as an alcoholic.. Subscribe to get this newsletter delivered by email to your inbox or read it online each month.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/5d3497ee-8b5b-4e7a-addf-4b253b745647?postId=d98268a0-f9ef-4e24-b823-02107d4b9c77Wed, 19 Aug 2015 18:52:29 +1200 Fiction A to Z August 2015 newsletterFantastic new titles for fiction lovers. Subscribe to get this newsletter delivered by email to your inbox or read it online each month.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/7951c00b-df66-4bc2-9d7f-915553a95051?postId=b9ec422e-0b3c-4860-8f00-fb575dfa9fb1Wed, 19 Aug 2015 18:44:40 +1200 James Tait Black Memorial Prize - Biography [updated]Find out the latest winner of the James Tait Black Memorial Prize for Biography.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/james-tait-black-biography/Wed, 19 Aug 2015 18:34:51 +1200 James Tait Black Memorial Prize - Fiction [updated]Find out the latest winner of the James Tait Black Memorial Prize for Fiction.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/james-tait-black-fiction/Wed, 19 Aug 2015 18:31:14 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/new-orders-peter-hook-on-running-a-revolutionary-club/New Order’s Peter Hook on running a revolutionary club [blog post]New Order bassist Peter Hook wrote The Hacienda: How not to run a club - a very interesting and transparent account.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/new-orders-peter-hook-on-running-a-revolutionary-club/Wed, 19 Aug 2015 13:35:59 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/know-thyself-new-zealand-ebooks-with-wheelers/Know thyself - New Zealand eBooks with WheelersOne way to absorb, enjoy and learn about New Zealand's unique culture is through its fiction and non-fiction. This is where Wheelers comes in with eBook titles by New Zealanders or about New Zealand. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/know-thyself-new-zealand-ebooks-with-wheelers/Wed, 19 Aug 2015 13:35:02 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/3d-printing-parts-hover-board-lifts-off/3D printing parts - Hover board lifts off [blog post] Luka has entered his home built Hover board which utilises Maglev (Magnetic Levitation) technology into a school science fair. He was encountering some issues with one of the housings holding the magnets. He 3D modelled himself a new design using Google SketchUp and contacted us to see if we could 3D print the parts for him.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/3d-printing-parts-hover-board-lifts-off/Wed, 19 Aug 2015 13:33:51 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/parenting-week-2015/Parenting week 2015 [blog post]This year, Neighbourhood Trust will be running Parenting Week from 24 to 30 August at various locations around Christchurch. A week of guest speakers, workshops, seminars and activities: there is bound to be something for you.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/parenting-week-2015/Tue, 18 Aug 2015 09:48:22 +1200 http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Halswell/New/August-2015-newsletter.pdfTe Hapua: Halswell Centre newsletter August 2015Read the latest news on the new centre at Halswell.http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Halswell/New/August-2015-newsletter.pdfTue, 18 Aug 2015 09:47:32 +1200 Doctor Who Day [Flickr]Photos from Doctor Who Day at Central Library Peterboroughhttps://www.flickr.com/photos/christchurchcitylibraries/albums/72157656941511720Mon, 17 Aug 2015 11:00:15 +1200 http://www.libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/86bc3113-d41f-4c18-a52b-4e2edf5fed26?postId=30d84621-bbe6-4e53-84d1-831da0f53b09Fantasy newsletterAugust's fantasy newsletter includes new titles from Naomi Novik, Mark Lawrence and others as well as a selection of titles involving dealing with the Devil. Subscribe to get it delivered by email or read it online each month.http://www.libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/86bc3113-d41f-4c18-a52b-4e2edf5fed26?postId=30d84621-bbe6-4e53-84d1-831da0f53b09Mon, 17 Aug 2015 10:32:10 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/exploring-natures-pattern-magic/Exploring nature's pattern magic [blog post]Patterns in nature are beautiful, and this New Zealand book for kids shows them in stunning detail.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/exploring-natures-pattern-magic/Fri, 14 Aug 2015 10:52:37 +1200 http://thepulse.org.nz/Competition/Every-Story-Tells-A-Picture-2015/Every Story tells a Picture competition winnersThe winners of the Every Story Tells A Picture competition have been announced. Three entrants each received a $100 Westfield voucher for winning their category, and a further six entrants each received a $50 Westfield voucher for being highly commended.http://thepulse.org.nz/Competition/Every-Story-Tells-A-Picture-2015/Fri, 14 Aug 2015 10:50:54 +1200 New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults 2015 [blog post]Congratulations to all the winners of the New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults 2015!http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/nz-book-awards-children-2015/Fri, 14 Aug 2015 10:25:23 +1200 Florence Nightingale 1820-1910 [blog post]Florence Nightingale died on 13 August 1910 - Ruby2shoesnz tells the story of the Lady of the Lamp.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/florence-nightingale-1820-1910/Fri, 14 Aug 2015 10:24:13 +1200 Young Adults Connect programmes [updated]We have updated our page with the latest Young Adults Connect newsletter.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/young-adults/Wed, 12 Aug 2015 16:01:17 +1200 Korean blog posts [Korean language]Calling all Korean readers! Jo has been writing blog posts in Korean highlighting books in our Korean language collection.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/author/cclkoreanjo/Wed, 12 Aug 2015 15:55:47 +1200 Genealogy - my way [blog post]Roberta delves in her family history - in her own inimitable way.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/genealogy-my-way/Wed, 12 Aug 2015 15:53:29 +1200 Bindery Services [update]Updated prices.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/services/bindery/Wed, 12 Aug 2015 09:35:59 +1200 Arts and culture events [update]Links and information about cultural events in Christchurch.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/arts-and-culture-events/Tue, 11 Aug 2015 14:31:30 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/budgie-manor-community-read-of-magpie-hall/Budgie Manor - Community Read of Magpie Hall [blog post]Friday night's improv of Magpie Hall by Rachael King was a blast.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/budgie-manor-community-read-of-magpie-hall/Tue, 11 Aug 2015 11:50:19 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/quick-questions-with-suki-kim/Quick Questions with Suki Kim [blog post]Suki Kim answered our questions ahead of her visit to Christchurch for a Shifting points of view WORD Christchurch session at the Christchurch Arts Festival. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/quick-questions-with-suki-kim/Tue, 11 Aug 2015 11:47:09 +1200 http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Bibliofile/2015/Reading-To-Dogs-Term3-DLE.pdfReading to dogs [brochure]We have uploaded the Term 3 brochure of our Reading to dogs programme.http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Bibliofile/2015/Reading-To-Dogs-Term3-DLE.pdfTue, 11 Aug 2015 11:46:03 +1200 http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Bibliofile/2015/Reading-to-dogs-posters.pdfReading to dogs [posters]We have uploaded posters of the dogs who star in our Reading to Dogs programme. http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Bibliofile/2015/Reading-to-dogs-posters.pdfTue, 11 Aug 2015 11:45:14 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/close-your-eyes-michael-robotham-is-coming-to-christchurch/Michael Robotham is coming to Christchurch [blog post]One of the world's top crime writers will be talking at South Library, Wednesday 26 August, 6pm.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/close-your-eyes-michael-robotham-is-coming-to-christchurch/Tue, 11 Aug 2015 11:43:52 +1200 This week in Christchurch history (10 to 16 August)Discover some of the events that took place in Christchurch in years gone by.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/this-week-in-christchurch-history-10-to-16-august/Tue, 11 Aug 2015 10:53:24 +1200 All the ways to share a bike [blog post]Borrowable bikes are now available in the CBD. Or if you have an extra bike why not donate it to one of these worthy initiatives?http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/all-the-ways-to-share-a-bike/Tue, 11 Aug 2015 10:00:09 +1200 History and Current Events August 2015 newsletterJoan of Arc, the Greek economy, Cuban spies in the US, and the amazing tale of a master swindler - plus a feature on English history.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/1dbd46bb-9527-4910-917a-59c7b77d74aa?postId=4353aac4-de30-4dbb-b6f2-6b34a08b9a3eTue, 11 Aug 2015 09:55:04 +1200 https://www.flickr.com/photos/christchurchcitylibraries/sets/72157656031864219Community Read of Magpie Hall by Rachael King [photos]Photos of the two Community Read events, and Magpie Hall displays.https://www.flickr.com/photos/christchurchcitylibraries/sets/72157656031864219Mon, 10 Aug 2015 11:56:32 +1200 http://thepulse.org.nz/Competition/Dr Who Day and the Create your own sonic screwdriver competition [the Pulse]Central Library Peterborough is hosting a Doctor Who themed event on Saturday 15 August 2015, and there's a sonic screwdriver comp that goes until 20 September.http://thepulse.org.nz/Competition/Mon, 10 Aug 2015 11:55:36 +1200 Thrillers and Suspense August 2015 newsletterFeaturing in this month's Thrillers and Suspense newsletter: a selection of read-alikes for fans of John Connolly's work; some country noir; and a serial murderer in Stockholm.http://www.libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/eab5e7a5-9ea8-456e-8dc3-e5599565f4e4?postId=383417af-7a68-4732-b104-893bf0ec206fMon, 10 Aug 2015 09:56:46 +1200 Armchair Travel August 2015 newsletterThis month's newsletter includes a road trip in a covered wagon along the Oregon Trail; pirate hunters; and Taxi Gourmet blogger Layne Mosler's experiences in Berlin, Buenos Aires and New York.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/32188120-2ab1-4dec-852a-d996d1e94c29?postId=ca154f58-94dd-4fd9-bb23-1fb10f4514b4Mon, 10 Aug 2015 09:16:20 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/gallipoli-the-august-campaigns/Gallipoli - the August Campaigns [blog post]Katherine looks backat the battles of Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/gallipoli-the-august-campaigns/Fri, 07 Aug 2015 09:51:42 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/a-shed-of-your-own/A shed of your own [blog post]Jane explores The Dark night of the shed, and other sheddy things. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/a-shed-of-your-own/Fri, 07 Aug 2015 09:50:23 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/a-half-circle-journey-suki-kim-and-north-korea/A half circle journey - Suki Kim and North Korea [blog post]Find out more about North Korea from Suki Kim's intense memoir. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/a-half-circle-journey-suki-kim-and-north-korea/Fri, 07 Aug 2015 09:48:53 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/political-systems-1940s-style/Political systems 1940s style [blog post]"Socialism: You have 2 cows. Given one to your neighbour. Communism: You have two cows. Give both to the Govt. The Govt gives you milk."http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/political-systems-1940s-style/Fri, 07 Aug 2015 09:47:51 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/happy-birthday-andy-warhol/Happy birthday Andy Warhol [blog post]Yesterday was Andy's birthday. Robyn is a big fan and here she shows some new Warhol trends.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/happy-birthday-andy-warhol/Fri, 07 Aug 2015 09:45:36 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/re-reading-you-either-do-or-you-dont/Re-reading - either you do or don't [blog post]Jane is not a re-reader, but she looks at why some people are.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/re-reading-you-either-do-or-you-dont/Fri, 07 Aug 2015 09:44:35 +1200 Bonjour, Ciao, Buenos Dias! [blog post]Bibliobishi picks up sticks and moves (vicariously) to France, Italy, and Spain. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/bonjour-ciao-buenos-dias/Thu, 06 Aug 2015 20:17:03 +1200 Recent necrology, July 2015 [blog post]We list some of the well-known people who have died recently, and link to their work in our catalogue.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/recent-necrology-july-2015/Thu, 06 Aug 2015 14:34:16 +1200 Killing Jokes [blog post]Robyn thinks you should see The Ladykillers at the Court Theatre, and here's why.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/killing-jokes-2/Thu, 06 Aug 2015 14:32:19 +1200 Teen Scene August 2015 newsletterFragile relationships, thrilling road trips, and walking corpses - check out the latest Teen Scene newsletter for all this and lots more.http://www.libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/c8e5c7a3-14ad-4364-8ed4-bbfa2e2d8136?postId=c293e3cf-ecd1-42c2-b04a-295162195750Thu, 06 Aug 2015 10:16:24 +1200 This week in Christchurch history (3 to 9 August)Discover some of the events that took place in Christchurch in years gone by.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/this-week-in-christchurch-history-3-to-9-august/Wed, 05 Aug 2015 14:52:18 +1200 Best reads for bogans [blog post]Are we about to see a Bogan Renaissance? We've got your bogan reading and watching covered.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/08/04/best-reads-for-bogans/Wed, 05 Aug 2015 10:31:02 +1200 Buying a car, motorbike, or boat [updated]This page lists resources that will help when buying a new - or new for you - car, bike or boat.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/buying-a-car-motorbike-or-boat/Tue, 04 Aug 2015 14:42:22 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/happy-birthday-to-parklands-library/Happy birthday Parklands Library! [blog post]Parklands Library is ten this week and there are community events for you to join in with.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/happy-birthday-to-parklands-library/Tue, 04 Aug 2015 11:29:33 +1200 Outliers [blog post]Ben read Malcolm Gladwell's book and learns something about success. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/outliers/Tue, 04 Aug 2015 11:27:48 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/quick-questions-with-margaret-wilson/Quick questions with Margaret Wilson [blog post]We talk to Margaret Wilson ahead of her visit to Christchurch.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/quick-questions-with-margaret-wilson/Tue, 04 Aug 2015 11:27:38 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/writing-and-reading-tuhituhinga-me-korero-pukapuka/Writing and reading [blog post]Have a look at what's hot in August. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/writing-and-reading-tuhituhinga-me-korero-pukapuka/Tue, 04 Aug 2015 11:27:07 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/a-beautiful-place-to-die/A beautiful place to die [blog post]Alina recommends two very different titles. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/a-beautiful-place-to-die/Tue, 04 Aug 2015 11:25:19 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/its-not-vegetating-its-enriching-honest-binge-watching-tv/Binge watching TV [blog post]Purplerulz recommends some good telly to get stuck into.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/its-not-vegetating-its-enriching-honest-binge-watching-tv/Tue, 04 Aug 2015 11:23:07 +1200 https://cclbibliofile.wordpress.com/2015/08/04/top-of-the-web-july-2015/Top of the web - July 2015 [blog post]Explore what was popular on the web and social media in July.https://cclbibliofile.wordpress.com/2015/08/04/top-of-the-web-july-2015/Tue, 04 Aug 2015 11:22:31 +1200 http://www.libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/ef9f8d59-61f5-4122-84e0-61d05d6535d7Science Fiction newsletterIn this month's sci-fi newsletter we have new titles from some of the biggest names in the genre: Paolo Bacigalupi, Kevin J. Anderson, James S. A. Corey, Kim Stanley Robinson & Neal Stephenson. Read it online or subscribe to get it delivered to your mailbox every other month.http://www.libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/ef9f8d59-61f5-4122-84e0-61d05d6535d7Tue, 04 Aug 2015 08:05:45 +1200 Te Kupu o Te Wiki - Ataahua (beautiful) [blog post]To encourage the use of Te Reo Maori we are publishing weekly kupu (words) and phrases that can be used with children.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/08/03/te-kupu-o-te-wiki-ataahua-beautiful/Mon, 03 Aug 2015 16:12:55 +1200 Every Doctor must have his day [blog post]Calling all Whovians! Central Library Peterborough is hosting a Doctor Who themed event on Saturday the 15th of August.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/08/03/every-doctor-must-have-his-day/Mon, 03 Aug 2015 16:11:48 +1200 Cook Islands Language Week 2015 [blog post]Aranui Library will be hosting a community event in the form of a Cook Islands Maori Language themed storytime on Thursday 6 August, 11am-11.30amhttps://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/08/03/cook-islands-language-week-2015/Mon, 03 Aug 2015 16:10:57 +1200 The shipboard diary of Henry Bottle [blog post]Newly digitised shipboard diary and letters of Henry Bottle who travelled from London to Lyttelton in 1879 aboard the Himalaya.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/31/the-shipboard-diary-of-henry-bottle/Fri, 31 Jul 2015 17:05:46 +1200 Festivals, holidays and special days [updated]Find out more about special days of the year in Christchurch.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/festivals-holidays/Fri, 31 Jul 2015 17:04:54 +1200 New Zealand International Film Festival [new]Founded in 1977 the Christchurch Festival includes a selection of up to 30 films from the larger Auckland Festival.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/new-zealand-international-film-festival/Fri, 31 Jul 2015 17:02:31 +1200 William Burn - 100 years since the death of a Christchurch aviator [blog post]William Burn was the first New Zealand airman ever to be killed in action. Find out more about his life and tragic death.https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/william-burn-100-years-since-the-death-of-a-christchurch-aviator/Thu, 30 Jul 2015 16:24:06 +1200 Happy birthday, Emily Bronte lblog post]Emily Brontë was born on 30 July 1818. Robyn shares a heartfelt homage. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/happy-birthday-emily-bronte/Thu, 30 Jul 2015 16:22:13 +1200 Hearty winter cooking and winter pursuits [blog post]Tired of the cold weather? Ruby2shoesnz has some winter warming suggestions.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/hearty-winter-cooking-and-winter-pursuits/Thu, 30 Jul 2015 16:19:36 +1200 Water [updated]Sources of information about water in Canterbury.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/water/Wed, 29 Jul 2015 15:45:45 +1200 Kids' Books July 2015 newsletterIn this month's newsletter: Jurassic World, silly space adventures, creative coding, and a special focus on animals. http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/622bd4df-5f7f-447c-9f7a-8c61436ae31a?postId=7791e468-1004-4bce-aab6-9c93a2f8cb8bWed, 29 Jul 2015 07:36:46 +1200 http://heritage.christchurchcitylibraries.com/Archives/0498/Henry Bottle: Shipboard diary and six letters, 1879-1884The diary records the voyage of the Himalaya from London to Lyttelton, and starts on January 11, 1879, finishing on April 14, 200 miles short of the port of Lyttelton. One letter, undated, is written on part of the diary. The letters recount early experiences in Waimate and Oamaru.http://heritage.christchurchcitylibraries.com/Archives/0498/Tue, 28 Jul 2015 15:53:59 +1200 http://heritage.christchurchcitylibraries.com/Archives/0752/Howard Kippenberger - World War II letters and cards, 1940-1945The letters are written by Howard Kippenberger (Kip) to Glen and May Morgan. In 1939 at the outbreak of war he was given command of the 20th Canterbury/Otago Battalion. As these letters show, he served in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East, rising to the rank of Major General.http://heritage.christchurchcitylibraries.com/Archives/0752/Tue, 28 Jul 2015 15:52:39 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/pae-papaho-papori-social-media-technology-in-te-reo-maori/Social media and technology in te reo Maori [blog post]How do you say Facebook in Maori? Find out!http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/pae-papaho-papori-social-media-technology-in-te-reo-maori/Tue, 28 Jul 2015 10:39:18 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/te-reo-maori-on-the-go-te-wiki-o-te-reo-maori-ratu/Te reo on the go [blog post]Kirsten get techie with te reo Maori.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/te-reo-maori-on-the-go-te-wiki-o-te-reo-maori-ratu/Tue, 28 Jul 2015 10:37:59 +1200 www.libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/View/46212f71-1093-4861-9423-97e32980b6e1?SID=b88a9a14-22d1-4215-8219-012822bd6bc1Picture books newsletter July 2015The latest in pic book goodness - including some ninja books.http://www.libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/View/46212f71-1093-4861-9423-97e32980b6e1?SID=b88a9a14-22d1-4215-8219-012822bd6bc1Tue, 28 Jul 2015 10:37:23 +1200 Beginner's kete to learning basic Maori language [updated]Christchurch City Libraries / Nga Kete Wananga o Otautahi values the role it has in supporting te reo Maori. We encourage you to learn to speak te reo Maori and have created this basic kete to get you started.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/beginners-kete-to-learning-basic-maori-language/Mon, 27 Jul 2015 15:48:33 +1200 Mihimihi and Te Reo Maori resources [updated]Introducing yourself with a mihimihi? These resources can help.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/mihimihi/Mon, 27 Jul 2015 15:44:49 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/getting-personal-with-the-daily-mail-historical-archive/Getting personal with the Daily Mail Historical Archive [blog post]Before the internet, people had to try and contact others in other ways - including the personals in newspapers. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/getting-personal-with-the-daily-mail-historical-archive/Mon, 27 Jul 2015 15:37:44 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/kia-ora-christchurch-city-libraries-customers/Kia ora Christchurch City Libraries customers [blog post]Some library statistics from the 2014/2015 year.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/kia-ora-christchurch-city-libraries-customers/Mon, 27 Jul 2015 15:37:09 +1200 https://cclbibliofile.wordpress.com/2015/07/21/facebook-pukamata/Facebook - Pukamata [blog post]A guide to Facebook. https://cclbibliofile.wordpress.com/2015/07/21/facebook-pukamata/Mon, 27 Jul 2015 15:35:41 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/ebooks/EBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazinesOur new page on eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/ebooks/Mon, 27 Jul 2015 15:34:46 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/te-wiki-o-te-reo-maori-in-soundbites-rahina/Te Wiki o te Reo Maori in soundbites [blog post]Pronunciation comes from listening and practise so here are some links to some soundbites to encourage you.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/te-wiki-o-te-reo-maori-in-soundbites-rahina/Mon, 27 Jul 2015 15:28:38 +1200 Te Kupu o te Wiki - E te tau (darling) [blog post]To encourage the use of Te Reo Maori we are publishing weekly kupu (words) and phrases that can be used with children.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/27/e-te-tau-darling/Mon, 27 Jul 2015 14:51:43 +1200 National Poetry Day 2015 [new]About National Poetry Day, Friday 28 August.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/national-poetry-day/Mon, 27 Jul 2015 14:50:00 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/christchurch-place-names/Christchurch street and place names [updated]This resource aims to give the origins of Christchurch street and place names. It is researched by libraries' staff and updated every few months.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/christchurch-place-names/Mon, 27 Jul 2015 13:31:55 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/ka-pai-rawe-finnian-kia-kaha-ki-te-korero-maori/Ka pai rawe Finnian [blog post]Watch a video showing the importance of Maori pronunciation. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/ka-pai-rawe-finnian-kia-kaha-ki-te-korero-maori/Fri, 24 Jul 2015 10:26:48 +1200 https://www.flickr.com/photos/christchurchcitylibraries/sets/72157652379561694New Central Library progress [photos]We've uploaded some new photos showing the progress of the New Central Library site. https://www.flickr.com/photos/christchurchcitylibraries/sets/72157652379561694Fri, 24 Jul 2015 10:25:58 +1200 Every Story Tells a Picture competition [blog post]The Every Story Tells a Picture competition closes at the end of the month - here are some suggestions to inspire your entry.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/every-story-tells-a-picture-competition/Fri, 24 Jul 2015 08:04:33 +1200 Honey, Hives and Hierarchy [blog post]Purplerulz reviews a fantasy book with a difference.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/honey-hives-and-hierarchy/Fri, 24 Jul 2015 08:02:45 +1200 What to read when you’re sick in bed [blog post]Roberta has some - more or less - restorative suggestions.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/what-to-read-when-youre-sick-in-bed/Fri, 24 Jul 2015 07:56:16 +1200 Te Wiki o Te Reo Maori 2015 [blog post]The theme of this year's celebrations is whangaihia nga matua - helping parents to pass te reo on to their tamariki.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/23/te-wiki-o-te-reo-maori-2015/Thu, 23 Jul 2015 14:46:18 +1200 What Now filming at South Library [Flickr]What Now filming stop motion animation class at South Learning Centre, 15 July 2015.https://www.flickr.com/photos/christchurchcitylibraries/tags/whatnow/Thu, 23 Jul 2015 14:39:01 +1200 https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/remembering-a-wonderfully-wacky-word-witch/Remembering a wonderfully wacky Word Witch [blog post]Julie remembers Margaret Mahy.https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/remembering-a-wonderfully-wacky-word-witch/Thu, 23 Jul 2015 10:06:03 +1200 Cook Islands Language Week - Te ‘Epetoma o Te Reo Kuki ‘AiraniIn 2015 Cook Islands Language week will take place from 3 - 9 August.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/cook-islands-language-week/Wed, 22 Jul 2015 16:34:30 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/gardening/Gardening [updated]Find out about gardening and garden-related information and resources in our collection.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/gardening/Tue, 21 Jul 2015 15:41:26 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/arts-and-crafts/Arts and crafts for kids [updated]We have updated our page of arty activities and resources for kids. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/arts-and-crafts/Tue, 21 Jul 2015 15:39:31 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/all-about-yves-a-passion-for-fashion/All about Yves - a passion for fashion [blog post]Find out about some of the fashion docos showing at the New Zealand International Film Festival. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/all-about-yves-a-passion-for-fashion/Tue, 21 Jul 2015 15:32:38 +1200 Helping Canterbury kids with anxiety [blog post]Local initiative to help kids deal with anxiety by reading books about The Worry Bug.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/20/helping-canterbury-kids-with-anxiety/Tue, 21 Jul 2015 10:44:42 +1200 Pikihuia Awards for Maori Writers [updated]Updated with 2015 shortlisthttp://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/pikihuia-awards/Tue, 21 Jul 2015 10:39:34 +1200 Biography and Memoir July 2015 newsletterKeen to walk a mile in someone else's shoes? This month's Biography and Memoir newsletter lets you peek into the lives of, among others, wrestler Booker T., callgirl Sasha, a NY cop, and Japanese women of the late 19th century.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/2ba1f160-e88e-4570-afb2-27edd8cb2606?postId=e4e29f16-4f51-4133-becf-95ee3228f3a4Tue, 21 Jul 2015 10:03:28 +1200 This week in Christchurch history (20 to 26 July) [blog post]Discover some of the events that took place in Christchurch in years gone by.https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/this-week-in-christchurch-history-20-to-26-july/Tue, 21 Jul 2015 09:04:28 +1200 Te Hapua: Halswell Centre July 2015 newsletter [PDF]The latest newsletter is online now.http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Halswell/New/July-2015-newsletter.pdfMon, 20 Jul 2015 10:14:53 +1200 Fiction A to Z July 2015 newsletterFrom whimsical and charming fiction to Southern Gothic "grit lit" - this month's Fiction A to Z newsletter ranges far and wide to bring you intriguing and absorbing reads for all tastes.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/3b97d6b9-8e35-4950-ae95-4ec078d375dc?postId=c77a2340-cee5-406c-a015-048ab35cb811Mon, 20 Jul 2015 07:42:03 +1200 Government Life building in Cathedral Square - opened 17 July 1964 [blog post]Donna remembers the Government Life building which opened 51 years ago today and was demolished in 2014.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/17/government-life/Fri, 17 Jul 2015 11:03:36 +1200 Building - a guide to getting started [updated]Building or renovating? This page links you to useful resources. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/building-a-guide-to-getting-started/Fri, 17 Jul 2015 08:25:31 +1200 Writing [updated]Resources and materials for people who want to improve their writing or get material published.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/writing/Fri, 17 Jul 2015 08:19:54 +1200 The power of forgiveness [blog post]Kat finds reading The Railway Man an astonishing and moving experience. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/the-power-of-forgiveness/Fri, 17 Jul 2015 08:13:40 +1200 Art [updated]Our libraries have a wealth of art-related resources. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/art/Thu, 16 Jul 2015 18:05:04 +1200 Food and drink [updated]Discover our resources for cooks and food lovers - from cookbooks to food history and food dictionaries.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/food-and-drink/Thu, 16 Jul 2015 17:59:46 +1200 Belle [blog post]Dido Belle was an admiral's illegitimate mixed-race daughter who embarked on a mission to abolish slavery in eighteenth-century England.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/15/belle/Thu, 16 Jul 2015 17:56:57 +1200 Winter Reading ChallengeHead along to Central Manchester or Central Peterborough libraries, get your reading "Bingo card" and be in to win!https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/16/winter-reading-challenge/Thu, 16 Jul 2015 16:01:36 +1200 Popular Culture picks from our latest newsletterMust-reads for golf fans, Johnny Rotten's memoir, and an essential guide for fangirls and more in the Pop Culture newsletter.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/b038e4b6-70a1-4cb7-a036-695c5544fae7?postId=c65fb008-53fb-431a-95f6-839dd63a0f78Thu, 16 Jul 2015 14:34:08 +1200 Home, Garden and DIY: picks from our latest newsletterHome design that works with kids, good eats in your garden, woodworking, easy upholstery, and all things vintage in our latest Home, Garden & DIY newsletter.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/de00bf7b-b2f5-4c55-b24a-7ef3b0ccb37d?postId=7a441346-f257-4f58-8881-c7357c487e05Thu, 16 Jul 2015 14:21:58 +1200 Best picks: The Christchurch NZIFF programme [blog post]The Christchurch programme for the New Zealand International Film Festival has been released and some great films are on offer.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/best-picks-the-christchurch-nziff-programme/Thu, 16 Jul 2015 14:16:34 +1200 History and Current Events July 2015 NewsletterThe Georgians, Middle East politics, Japanese-Americans in WWII, and the birth of Modernist art - all this and more in the History and Current Events newsletter.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/97eba4e6-f398-42e7-9189-25fe5c8c57f1?postId=b97e6f8a-cf90-40d8-86b6-2fd009152a1cThu, 16 Jul 2015 14:08:07 +1200 Ant the daring War Dog who flew with his master and was awarded the VC [blog post]Read about remarkable war dog Ant.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/14/ant-the-daring-war-dog/Tue, 14 Jul 2015 13:18:43 +1200 Nurses at war: Anna Rogers at South Library, Saturday 25 JulyAnna Rogers, author of While You're Away: New Zealand Nurses at War 1899-1948, will talk about the contribution made by these remarkable women. https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/14/nurses-at-war/Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:32:03 +1200 Thrillers and Suspense July 2015 newsletterIn this month's Thrillers and Suspense newsletter: Jack the Ripper and Harvest Man threaten Londoners and a potential nuclear detonation threatens the world. http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/64ff88f5-9d16-400a-95d5-0afa0d2ac807?postId=3c9dc4cd-b39a-4244-bb4c-65f408194e50Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:23:08 +1200 This week in Christchurch history (13 to 19 July) [blog post]Discover some of the events that took place in Christchurch in years gone by.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/13/this-week-in-christchurch-history-13-to-19-july/Mon, 13 Jul 2015 12:59:59 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/rainbow-warrior/Rainbow Warrior bombing [updated]It is 30 years since the Greenpeace vessel The Rainbow Warrior was bombed in the Waitemata Harbour. The crew managed to escape, apart from photographer Fernando Pereira, who drowned.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/rainbow-warrior/Fri, 10 Jul 2015 09:03:50 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/there-is-nothing-new-under-the-sun-word/There is nothing new under the sun [blog post]Colleen looks at some of the words recently added to the Oxford English Dictionary. And we have the full OED available online for you.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/there-is-nothing-new-under-the-sun-word/Thu, 09 Jul 2015 11:52:15 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/news/papanui-library-to-close-for-repairs/Papanui Library to close for repairs from Weds 12 August [news]Papanui Library will be closed for repairs from Wednesday 12 August 2015. It is scheduled to reopen Monday 12 October 2015.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/news/papanui-library-to-close-for-repairs/Thu, 09 Jul 2015 11:50:52 +1200 Don’t forget your family, yeah [blog post]We are running two Family History programmes in August.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/07/dont-forget-your-family-yeah/Tue, 07 Jul 2015 16:23:47 +1200 Welcome to the Greatest Show on Earth! [blog post]It's animals, animals, animals in new book "Creaturepedia".https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/07/welcome-greatest-show-on-earth/Tue, 07 Jul 2015 16:22:04 +1200 http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Bibliofile/2015/Community Read 2015 [updated]We've added some graphics - posters, bookmarks etc about the Community Read event. http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Bibliofile/2015/Tue, 07 Jul 2015 12:58:47 +1200 Teen Scene July 2015 newsletterThis month's Teen Scene features difficult family relationships, an opposites-attract romance, and an intriguing retelling of Red Riding Hood, plus lots more great books. Be first to know: subscribe to receive this and other newsletters directly in your inbox.http://www.libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/62ff3d0d-46e5-4572-8e1a-fd96153d05e4?postId=7d2f8c73-6c86-4218-a500-9cacd0617d36Tue, 07 Jul 2015 08:15:29 +1200 Recent necrology, June 2015 [blog post]We list some of the well-known people who have died recently, and link to their work in our catalogue.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/06/recent-necrology-june-2015/Mon, 06 Jul 2015 14:43:07 +1200 Te Wiki o Te Reo Maori - Maori Language Week [updated]Updated with information about 2015, the 40th anniversary of Maori Language Week.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/te-wiki-o-te-reo-maori-maori-language-week/Thu, 16 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +1200 Ngaio Marsh Award for Best Crime Novel [updated]The five finalists for the 2015 Ngaio Marsh Award for Best Crime Novel have been announced. Find out who made the cut.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/ngaio-marsh-award-for-best-crime-novel/Mon, 06 Jul 2015 11:53:38 +1200 This week in Christchurch history (6 to 12 July) [blog post]Discover some of the events that took place in Christchurch in years gone by.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/06/this-week-in-christchurch-history-6-to-12-july/Mon, 06 Jul 2015 11:42:08 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/chapter-and-verse-new-order-joy-division-and-me-bernard-sumner/Chapter and Verse - New Order, Joy Division and me [blog post]Ben takes a look at Bernard Sumner's autobiography.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/chapter-and-verse-new-order-joy-division-and-me-bernard-sumner/Fri, 03 Jul 2015 15:05:25 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/shands-emporium/Shand's Emporium [updated]We've updated our page on the 1860 building that recently moved to Manchester Street.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/shands-emporium/Fri, 03 Jul 2015 15:04:20 +1200 Mockingbird Songs [blog post]Ruby2shoesnz awards 5 stars to R. J. Ellery's Mockingbird Songs. https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/02/mockingbird-songs/Thu, 02 Jul 2015 16:18:34 +1200 http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/1ae3f418-1545-4ff9-88e2-ed71ad70f80b?postId=ec160cf1-a6d5-4996-b3c7-868cf84b254bPicture books [newsletter]Winning Kiwi reads and a bunch more great new piccie books for kids. http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/1ae3f418-1545-4ff9-88e2-ed71ad70f80b?postId=ec160cf1-a6d5-4996-b3c7-868cf84b254bThu, 02 Jul 2015 09:49:36 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/led-zeppelin-and-tchaikovsky/Led Zeppelin and Tchaikovsky [blog post]Delve into our musical eResources with Colleen. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/led-zeppelin-and-tchaikovsky/Thu, 02 Jul 2015 09:06:06 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/rocks-backpages-are-here/Rock's Backpages [blog post]Colleen explores our latest - and most rock-tastic - eResource. Rock's backpages is a wonderful archive of musical journalism that covers from the 1950s until today.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/rocks-backpages-are-here/Thu, 02 Jul 2015 09:04:11 +1200 http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Newsletters/Customers/2015/July/index.htmlJuly 2015 newsletterOur quarterly newsletter, as sent to all our customers.http://christchurchcitylibraries.com/Newsletters/Customers/2015/July/index.htmlThu, 02 Jul 2015 09:03:08 +1200 http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/c58b178a-78ea-4187-a13c-4575697b74e6?postId=b5b45dea-ad33-45f1-ad32-c26689b79b4cEditions - July 2015Our monthly newsletter highlighting what is happening at libraries. http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/c58b178a-78ea-4187-a13c-4575697b74e6?postId=b5b45dea-ad33-45f1-ad32-c26689b79b4cThu, 02 Jul 2015 08:58:08 +1200 Crafts and collecting [updated]Love crafts or collecting? Check out our updated page of useful resources and links.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/crafts/Wed, 01 Jul 2015 11:01:48 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/creating-waihanga/Creating - WaihangaMake stuff! In July we connect you with things to make and do.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/creating-waihanga/Wed, 01 Jul 2015 10:19:50 +1200 https://cclbibliofile.wordpress.com/2015/06/24/spread-the-word-using-social-media/Spread the word: Using social media to promote community programmes and events [blog post]Information on using Facebook and other social media platforms for community organisations. https://cclbibliofile.wordpress.com/2015/06/24/spread-the-word-using-social-media/Wed, 01 Jul 2015 10:18:06 +1200 School Horizon courses and Connect sessions [updated]Find out what courses and sessions are available for schools during Terms 3 and 4.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/schools/Tue, 30 Jun 2015 13:22:39 +1200 Community Connections for Families [updated]Inter-generational family-focused programmes suitable for families and children over seven years old. Discover what programmes are scheduled to take place between August and Decemberhttp://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/community-connections-for-families/Tue, 30 Jun 2015 13:17:54 +1200 Community Connections for Adults [updated]Get hands-on skills in using information and communication technologies. Discover what programmes are scheduled to take place between August and December.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/community-connections-for-adults/Tue, 30 Jun 2015 13:13:32 +1200 Heard of Persephone Books? [blog post]Cool grey covers, attractive endpapers, and female protagonists of another time. Prepare to become a Persephone Books fan.…https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/06/29/heard-of-persephone-books/Tue, 30 Jun 2015 10:54:58 +1200 New Zealand fashion [updated]Updated with more online resourceshttp://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/new-zealand-fashion/Tue, 30 Jun 2015 10:54:01 +1200 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction [updated]The Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction recognise the best fiction and nonfiction books for adult readers published in the United States. We have updated our pages with the 2015 winners. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/andrew-carnegie-medals/Mon, 29 Jun 2015 08:29:35 +1200 https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/06/26/matariki-competition-winners/Matariki competition winners [blog post]Who has won a Kobo Glo eReader? Find out now. https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/06/26/matariki-competition-winners/Fri, 26 Jun 2015 15:02:40 +1200 Winners of the 2015 Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medals [blog post]Information about the winners of the Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medals (book awards).https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/06/25/winners-of-the-2015-carnegie-and-kate-greenaway-medals/Thu, 25 Jun 2015 15:02:50 +1200 Kate Greenaway Medal [updated]Updated with 2015 winnerhttp://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/kate-greenaway-medal/Thu, 25 Jun 2015 15:01:56 +1200 Matariki event photos [Flickr]New images of Matariki events run by Christchurch City Libraries.https://www.flickr.com/search/?tags=matariki2015Thu, 25 Jun 2015 12:45:53 +1200 A rollickin' good yarn [blog post]A review of a historical novel that looks at the world of 18th century women boxers.https://cclblog.wordpress.com/2015/06/25/a-rollickin-good-yarn/Thu, 25 Jun 2015 12:43:36 +1200 New Zealand International Film Festival 2015 [blog post]Books made into movies or about writers in this year's NZIFF.https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/new-zealand-international-film-festival-2015/Wed, 24 Jun 2015 14:40:26 +1200 Christchurch Arts Festival 2015Highlights from the programme of Christchurch's biennial arts festival including WORD Christchurch's Shifting Points of View.https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/christchurch-arts-festival-2015/Wed, 24 Jun 2015 08:48:31 +1200 Unfriended! [blog post]"Say what you will, but it is not many people who lose a tooth (OK, a part of a tooth), a diary and a friend all in the space of a mere five hours." Roberta seeks solace in books - will she find it?http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/unfriended/Tue, 23 Jun 2015 16:41:53 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/kids-castle-quest/Kids castle quest [updated]The castle quest leads you on a journey around a medieval castle in search of the castle's lord, for whom you have a message. In the end you may choose a reward which leads to one of four historical fiction book lists for kids.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/kids-castle-quest/Thu, 02 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +1200 Kids' Books June 2015 newsletterUnusual chickens, rats with human faces and heroes galore - our latest Kids' Books newsletter has them all.http://libraryaware.com/996/NewsletterIssues/ViewIssue/c9df7a47-eef6-43ad-9acd-93f2a76752b0?postId=368d65c0-9b32-4b1f-925b-eec880ba2c14Tue, 23 Jun 2015 09:58:36 +1200 Young Adult fiction and race relations [blog post]Race relations are currently much in the news. Alina has selected some young adult novels dealing with the issue.https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/young-adult-fiction-and-race-relations/Tue, 23 Jun 2015 09:55:48 +1200 https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/3d-printing-school-horizons-programme/3D Printing - School Horizons Programme [blog post]Want to know more about 3D printing? How you can create something then 3D print your own design?https://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/3d-printing-school-horizons-programme/Mon, 22 Jun 2015 15:38:47 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/from-a-blog-to-a-vlog-to-a-book/From a blog to a vlog to a book! [blog post]The popularity of blogs becoming books has now moved to YouTube postings becoming books.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/from-a-blog-to-a-vlog-to-a-book/Mon, 22 Jun 2015 15:34:41 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/at-home-in-your-track-pants/At home in your track pants? [blog post]Explore our eResources for when you are at home and it's cold outside. http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/at-home-in-your-track-pants/Mon, 22 Jun 2015 15:32:49 +1200 http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/shifting-points-of-view-word-christchurch-30-august-and-7-september-2015/Shifting points of view - WORD Christchurch 30 August and 7 September 2015 [blog post]A bumper crop of sessions from top writers and commentators. It's WORD Christchurch's part of the Christchurch Arts Festival and is guaranteed to warm the cockles of your enquiring mind.http://my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/blogs/post/shifting-points-of-view-word-christchurch-30-august-and-7-september-2015/Mon, 22 Jun 2015 15:31:27 +1200
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