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NZ Music Month
May is NZ Music Month. Find out more about this month-long celebration, and explore our music resources.
Ngā Waiata Rongonui: Te Kete Wānanga o Ihutai, part of a series
May 1st | 10:30am - 11:00am
Join Tuahine Justice as she sings and dances her way through te ao Māori with our new kaupapa at Linwood Library
Zine Club, part of a series
Learn about different zine-making techniques, meet other creators, and enjoy some arts and crafts.
Finding your NZ ancestor's military record - Upper Riccarton
May 1st | 10:30am - 12:00pm
Learn about digital and physical resources for finding service records and information for soldiers, nurses and other military roles.
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CSO Music Trails: Papanui Library
May 31st | 10:30am - 11:15am
Join the musicians of the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra. This performance features a brass quintet. Free, no bookings required.
CSO Music Trails - CSO and Loopy Tunes at Tūranga
May 18th | 10:30am - 11:15am
This performance features a string ensemble and special guests Loopy Tunes!
Musician for a Day workshop for 5-12 years: Linwood Library
May 18th | 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Musical exploration & fun! Learn basic musical concepts with musicians Sophia and Alex Bidwell. Free, bookings required.
The Great Kiwi Sing-Along at New Brighton Library
May 18th | 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Join New Brighton’s own Natural Magic Pirate band for a whānau-friendly sing-along to celebrate New Zealand Music Month.