February 2021
Hastings Library Mural Celebration
Join us to celebrate the new mural at the Hastings War Memorial Library. The mural depicts the journey that was taken from our early Pasfikia ancestors from their homeland to the land of milk and honey. Along with depicting that journey it shows the past (the left Wall) and the present/ future (the right wall). The designs that have been used in this mural have come from a wide range of Polynesian countries such as Samoa, Tonga, The Cook Islands,…
Find out more »Step inside Sir Edmund Hillary’s Antarctic Hut
Step inside Sir Edmund Hillary’s Antarctic Hut at Hastings Library with Antarctic Heritage Trust’s fully immersive virtual reality (VR) experience! On Saturday 20th of February we will be hosting the Antarctic Heritage Trust team with opportunities to try the VR experience. Bookings are essential for the 10 minute VR experience. To book please drop in to one of the Hastings District Libraries to sign up, or phone 871 5000.
Find out more »Pride Poetry Slam 2021 – Hawke’s Bay edition
Motif Poetry and Hastings Library are excited to present a special, one-off, FREE Pride Poetry Slam right here in the Bay! Hosted by UK Slam Champion Sara Hirsch and featuring wordsmiths from around Hawke's Bay, this will be spoken word at its biggest and best. Come and watch poets battle it out to be crowned the winner at the friendliest slam around! All LGBTFQIA+ identifying writers and performers are welcome to sign up, including allies standing in solidarity with the…
Find out more »March 2021
Reaching out
Cissy from Neighbours Day Aotearoa will facilitate this fun, free and interactive workshop focusing on broadening community engagement skills. This workshop is great for anyone that organises community events and activities. You will: - Gain an understanding of what is required to engage widely - Work on an engagement plan for a current situation - Develop an appreciation for group dynamics
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