Richmond Library Grand Opening
Over 1200 people joined us to celebrate the opening of the new Richmond Library on 4 July 2010. Mayor Richard Kempthorne, along with his grandaughters Eva and Izzy, cut the ribbon and began a new chapter in the life of Tasman District Libraries.
We’re delighted with the response of our customers to the new building. The range of new spaces and facilities on offer is exciting.
You can see some of what all the fuss is about and get an idea of the huge change that has taken place in the library on our photostream www.flickr.com/photos/38556618@N03/
Create, Explore, Record, Design, Share Did you know that you can now create music tracks, digitise old photos, record an oral history, create a poster or anything else digital you can imagine - all at Richmond Library?
The place you can do all these exciting creative activities is Richmond Library’s new Imaginarium - a digital studio equipped with sound recording equipment, computers and software.
The Imaginarium is popular, so phone the library on 03 543 8500 to book a time slot now.
Banish those winter blues at Takaka Library Takaka Library’s winter series brings you a fascinating speaker or fabulous musicians to help deal to those winter blues.
While away the lunch hour every Friday from 23rd July to 20th August between 1.00pm and 2.00pm.
Keep an eye out for details in your local Golden Bay paper.
Introduction to Family History course at Richmond Library Ever wanted to do your Family History Research but don’t know where to start? Ask about our free “Introduction to Family History” courses to be held at Richmond Library starting in August.
Spaces are limited so book now by phoning 543 8500 or email us at libraryinformationservices@tdc.govt.nz
Tasman Talks Titles Book Group Do you enjoy reading and talking about books? Then our Tasman Talks Titles book group might be what you’re looking for. Join us on Wednesday 18 August 2010 3.00pm – 4.00pm when our book group re-convenes in the new Richmond Library.
Meet the author at Motueka Library Motueka Library is pleased to host Nelson author Anne Harvey on Tuesday 27 July 2010 at 7.00 pm.
Anne will be talking about her latest book "Sons to men: a mother's guide".
As a mother of 4 sons and with a background in life coaching and education, Anne knows firsthand how challenging it is to hold your tongue and maintain your sense of humour around teenage boys.
For more information phone Motueka Library, 03 528 1047.
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