Murder Mystery - Dead Men Drink No Rum 

Ahoy there me hearties!

Set sail for adventure on Tuesday 18th November at 6pm at Kawerau Library as we dive into a pirate themed Murder Mystery Night. Beware dead men drink no rum!

Important - How tickets work:
•    Price: $10 per ticket
•    Tickets are first in, first served – no holds.
•    To secure your spot, you must pick up and pay for your ticket at the library.
•    Once you’ve paid, you’ll receive your character sheet for the game.

Event is 16+.

Refreshments will be provided… but beware not everyone who boards the ship will make it to the end.
Step aboard if you dare, take on your role and uncover the truth before the killer claims their next victim. Secure your ticket… before it’s too late.

*Terms and Conditions:
Tickets must be paid for at the time of collection.
No refunds or exchanges.
By purchasing a ticket you agree to have your name and image published in promotional material and our Facebook page.
This event is intended for adults aged 18 years and over.
Please arrive on time to receive character information and instructions.
Costumes are welcome but not required. 
Library staff reserve the right to refuse entry or to remove participants who disrupt the event..

Operation Wrapped In Remembrance

Would you like to knit, weave or crochet for a veteran?

In acknowledgment of 2025 being 80 years since the end of World War 2, 75 years since beginning of Korean War, 65 years since end of Malay Emergency and 50 years since end of Vietnam War, we invite you to knit, weave or crochet a scarf for a veteran. To let them know they haven’t been forgotten, they are wrapped in remembrance and their service is appreciated.

Scarves can be any ply, any pattern and any colours. Scarves can be dropped off at the Kawerau District Library  until November 11.

Kawerau Library Book Club

Do you love talking about the books you've read?

Would you like to hear about books others have enjoyed? Come along to our book discussion group for tea/coffee and discuss a book you have read recently.

Date:    1st Thursday of every month

Time:    11am

Venue:  Kawerau District Library

Cost:     Free

For information ask a librarian or email melodie.emery@kaweraudc.govt.nz

Technology Help Available

Spam, scams, and other difficult to navigate spaces on your devices can lead to lots of unnecessary stress.  If you have any specific questions about your mobile phone, tablet or computer, or want to ensure your privacy settings are up to date, or even want to learn how to block an unknown phone number that keeps calling you,  you can pop in and see Mel or phone us on 073069041 to make an appointment. You can also email her at melodie.emery@kaweraudc.govt.nz . We also have the APNK computer service with a scanner and A4 printing. Alternatively printing requests can be forwarded to kaweraulibraryprinting@gmail.com but you need to come in the same day to pay and collect these items.

Skinny Jump Modems

We also partner with Stepping UP to distribute modems for the Skinny Jump Modem service. The first step is to see if you are eligible by checking your eligibility https://steppingup.nz/programmes/get-jump/webpage. If eligible, contact Mel phone 07 3069041 or email melodie.emery@kaweraudc.govt.nz  for an appointment. Mel works Tuesdays & Thursdays 10am-2pm. If you have issues after receiving your modem, you will need to contact Skinny Jump directly.

Write On Kawerau

Write On Kawerau began in the Library in 2017 to help each other with feedback and shared skills and knowledge, but most of all, the group motivate each other to write. Boasting 2 anthologies and a number of published members, they welcome novices and experienced authors alike to join them at Danny's Den at the Catholic Church, 121 Onslow St every Wednesday at 11am. Have a cuppa and flex your writing muscles in a friendly and supportive environment. Just turn up, you will be welcome or if you want more information, phone Wendy on 027 478 7209 or email Wendy at dremonfam@gmail.com