An old image of the library in the 1980s.
Wendy Fraser is the Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō Levin Library services manager
OPINION
As we bid farewell to our beloved local newspaper, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to all of you for your unwavering support over the years.
For more than 25 years, this editorial has been our way of connecting with you, sharing stories, and keeping you informed about the ever-evolving world of your library. Today, as we close this chapter together, we reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared and the strong sense of community that has grown around our library.
Over the past quarter-century, libraries have transformed in ways we never imagined. What once was a quiet place for borrowing books has evolved into a dynamic community hub. We’ve embraced technology, offering e-books, audiobooks, and online resources, making knowledge more accessible than ever.
Libraries are no longer just for reading – they are spaces for learning new skills, attending workshops, exploring new ideas, and connecting with others. Our role has expanded, and so has our commitment to building a space where everyone can grow.
We are deeply thankful for your support, which has allowed us to grow and adapt to the changing needs of our community. Whether you’ve borrowed a book, attended an event, or simply enjoyed the peaceful space we provide, you’ve been at the heart of everything we do.
Your belief in libraries and the power of literacy has helped make the library an essential part of our shared lives.
As we move forward, we encourage you to continue reading, to seek out new ideas, and to support literacy in any way you can. Your engagement and your love for learning, make our community stronger.
The closing of the newspaper reminds us all of the importance of staying informed and connected, and we are here to ensure that continues.
While this is the last editorial in the newspaper, the library’s story is far from over. You can still find everything you need to stay connected with us through our website and social media.
We’ll continue to keep you updated on upcoming events, new resources, and exciting initiatives. Watch this space for our upcoming newsletter, where we’ll share all the ways you can keep learning and growing with your library.
Thank you once again for being a part of our library family. We look forward to continuing this journey with you, keeping the spirit of learning alive and supporting each other for many more years to come.
Top 10 books
What’s new in Female Suspense authors
The Perfect Home by Natasha Boydell
Flashpoint by Catherine Coulter
House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen
Hush Little Baby by J.A. Baker
Good Bad Girl by Alice Feeney
Secondary Target by Angela Carlisle
Triangle by Danielle Steele
A Savage Betrayal by Heather Atkinson
Girl Falling by Hayley Scrivenor
Broken Ground by Val McDermid
Exhibitions
Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō Gallery: Christmas Workshop – December 1 to December 21 2024.
This holiday season, escape to a magical Christmas forest right here in the library. Enjoy a cosy space filled with festive cheer, where you can create simple, fun crafts and capture picture-perfect moments with our enchanting photo backdrops. Stop by and make some holiday memories.
Te Awahou Nuiewe Stroom Kabinet Art Gallery: Korori, Korora – November 24 to February 28 2025.
A dynamic exhibition on Aotearoa’s native birds, featuring diverse artistic mediums, focusing particularly on the birds of the Manawatū Estuary; celebrating both their ecological importance and cultural significance to Māori.
Korori, Korora also incorporates the Te Papa Buller’s Birds: The Art of Keulemans and Buchanan exhibition, showcasing prints of illustrations from New Zealand’s most famous books on native birds. A highlight of Buller’s Birds is the work of Dutch artist Johannes Gerardus Keulemans, which is very relevant for the Dutch community and supporters at Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom. These artworks connect historical representations with modern perspectives, making it a vibrant experience for all ages.
What’s On
Heritage room:
Volunteers staff the Heritage rooms at Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō Tuesday to Friday at the following times:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 10.00am -12.30pm
Thursday, 10am – 3.00pm
Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom Heritage Room has the Research librarian available all day every Friday.
Friday, December 20:
Friday Live Concert, Union Choir performance, Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, 12pm – 1pm
Jim Redmond Crib Club, Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, 1pm – 3pm
SeniorNet, Get help with your tablets, phones and laptops
Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom, 10am – 12pm
Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, 2pm – 3pm
Code Club, Shannon Library, 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Monday, December 23:
Meet Street, Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, 10am – 11am Volunteer Central, Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, 10am – 12pm
Contact Energy Help Service, Main Space, Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, 11.30am – 2pm
Tuesday December 24:
Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, CLOSED
Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom, CLOSED
Shannon Library, CLOSED
Wednesday December 25:
Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, CLOSED
Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom, CLOSED
Shannon Library, CLOSED
Thursday December 26:
Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō, CLOSED
Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom, CLOSED
Shannon Library, CLOSED