Nor'West News: June 25, 2019

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5pm each Wednesday
Makerspace
Today, 3.30-4.30pm
Join in on the fun activities
every week during the
Makerspace sessions. There will
be creative and tech activities to
try and fun to be had for kids of
all ages. No bookings required
for this free event.
Redwood Library
Senior citizen activities
Monday, 12.30-3pm, Tuesday,
12.45-2.30pm
Enjoy a range of different
activities for senior citizens.
There will be a card group on
Mondays and indoor bowls and
friendship groups on Tuesdays.
An old time dance is held on the
first and third Saturday of each
month. For more information,
phone Veronica on 383 4682 or
Beth 388 2375.
Scottish Society Hall, corner of
Caledonian and Edgeware Rds, St
Albans
Knit ‘n’ Yarn
Today, 1-3pm, and Thursday,
2-3.30pm, at Bishopdale.
Wednesday, 1-2.30pm, at
Redwood. Friday, 10am-noon, at
Papanui
Take your knitting, crochet or
another craft project and have
fun with a social group. This is a
free, drop-in event.
Bishopdale, Redwood and
Papanui libraries
GenConnect
Today, 12.15-12.45pm
If you have questions about
your Ipad, smartphone or tablet,
head down to GenConnect where
Papanui High School students
will help you for free.
Papanui Library
Games at Papanui
Thursday, 2.30-4.30pm
If you have a love for games,
head down and choose from a
wide selection, including the
classics, at this fun and social
event. Free for all ages to enjoy.
No bookings required.
Papanui Library
Scrabble Club
Today, 10.30am-noon, at
Redwood. Wednesday, 1-3pm, at
Bishopdale, and 1.30-3.30pm, at
Shirley
Play Scrabble with a friendly
group. Just head down when you
can – no bookings required. All
materials are supplied at this free
event.
Redwood, Bishopdale and
Shirley libraries
Culture Exchange
Friday, 3.45-4.45pm
Go along and make new
Go down to the Shirley Library from 2-4pm on Monday or the Papanui Library from 2-4pm on
Saturday if you are interested in playing or learning about mahjong. These sessions are free for
beginners and advanced players alike. Registrations required for the Shirley Library session.
friends, practice your English
and learn about Christchurch.
Shirley Library
JP Clinic
Today, 10am-1pm, at Papanui,
today and Wednesday, 10am-
1pm, at Shirley, Saturday, 10amnoon,
at Bishopdale
A justice of the peace will
be available to members of
the community to witness
signatures and documents,
certify document copies, hear
oaths, declarations, affidavits
or affirmations, as well as sign
citizenship, sponsorship or rates
rebates applications. No charge.
Papanui, Shirley and
Bishopdale libraries
Reading to Dogs
Today, 3.30-4.30pm
Reading to Dogs aims
to provide a relaxed, nonthreatening
atmosphere
which encourages children to
practice and develop a love of
reading. This programme uses
dogs which are pets of the city
council animal management
team. These furry friends have
all been trained and tested for
health, safety and temperament.
Registration is required for this
free event.
Shirley Library
Rummikub
Thursday, 1-2.30pm, Monday,
1-3pm
Go along and play
Rummikub – an exciting,
interactive strategy game. Free,
drop-in event.
Bishopdale Library
Storytimes
Today, 10.30-11am, at Shirley,
Wednesday, 10.30-11am, at
Bishopdale, Thursday, 11-
11.30am, at Papanui, and
Monday, 10.30-11am, at Redwood
This free event aims to
encourage learning through a
love for stories. Storytimes is an
interactive programme for all
ages.
Shirley, Bishopdale,
Papanui and Redwood
libraries
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