Paihia Library

Paihia Library The Paihia Library is located in the beautiful Bay of Islands, and serves a population of about 4000 permanent residents.

The library is housed near the bay in an early 20th century building that belonged to the Williams family, and which is an important

Interested in playing Mahjong at Paihia Library? Our first session is Wednesday 16th September 1.45pm - 3.45pm.
06/09/2026

Interested in playing Mahjong at Paihia Library? Our first session is Wednesday 16th September 1.45pm - 3.45pm.

Event details: In Conversation with Elizabeth KnoxBlurb: Join Elizabeth Knox in conversation with award-winning poet Lyn...
03/09/2026

Event details: In Conversation with Elizabeth Knox
Blurb: Join Elizabeth Knox in conversation with award-winning poet Lynn Jenner for an afternoon of stories, ideas and insight. Elizabeth will reflect on her remarkable literary career spanning more than three decades, the stories behind some of her best-loved novels, her creative process, and the deeply personal experiences that shaped her acclaimed new novel, Night, Ma. Whether you're a long-time reader, an aspiring writer, or simply enjoy hearing great authors talk about books and the writing life, this is an afternoon not to be missed.

Date: Sunday 20 September, 2.00 – 3.30pm
Venue: Cornerstone Church, Kerikeri
Tickets: $25 | Book tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/elizabeth-knox-weekend

Come along to the library with your knitting/crochet and enjoy the company of fellow crafters. The group next meet on Tu...
02/09/2026

Come along to the library with your knitting/crochet and enjoy the company of fellow crafters. The group next meet on Tuesday 8th September 10am - 12pm.

Come check out our spruced up entrance, it feels so much more open and inviting.Looking for your holds they are now by t...
02/09/2026

Come check out our spruced up entrance, it feels so much more open and inviting.
Looking for your holds they are now by the self checkout machine.

✨Celebrate Te Wiki o te reo Māori with us in Paihia Library, 14–20 September!✨Come along to Paihia library on 17th and 1...
01/09/2026

✨Celebrate Te Wiki o te reo Māori with us in Paihia Library, 14–20 September!✨

Come along to Paihia library on 17th and 18th of September and take part in the fun and interactive afterschool activities that make learning and using te reo Māori exciting for everyone. Test your knowledge, learn some new kupu, and enjoy te reo Māori right here in the library.

Mahjong group starts at the Paihia library on Wednesday, 16 September, at 1:45 pm-3.45pmBeginners and keen players are w...
31/08/2026

Mahjong group starts at the Paihia library on Wednesday, 16 September, at 1:45 pm-3.45pm
Beginners and keen players are welcome

🖤🤍❤️2 WEEKS TO GO!🖤🤍❤️✨Celebrate Te Wiki o te reo Māori with us in Paihia Library, 14–20 September!✨Come along to Paihia...
31/08/2026

🖤🤍❤️2 WEEKS TO GO!🖤🤍❤️

✨Celebrate Te Wiki o te reo Māori with us in Paihia Library, 14–20 September!✨

Come along to Paihia library on 17th and 18th of September and take part in the fun and interactive afterschool activities that make learning and using te reo Māori exciting for everyone. Test your knowledge, learn some new kupu, and enjoy te reo Māori right here in the library.

BorrowBoxIN CONVERSATION WITH MATT HAIGYour Exclusive Author Event with BorrowBox.IN JUST TWO WEEKS: join internationall...
26/08/2026

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IN CONVERSATION WITH MATT HAIG

Your Exclusive Author Event with BorrowBox.

IN JUST TWO WEEKS: join internationally bestselling author Matt Haig live as he takes you inside his latest story, The Midnight Train, and the ideas that inspired it.



In this exclusive online event, Matt will reflect on his writing life and the themes that run through so much of his work – from hope and mental health to love, connection and the paths our lives can take. The session will include a live Q&A, giving borrowers the chance to ask questions about The Midnight Train, acclaimed novels such as The Midnight Library, The Life Impossible, and his much-loved children's books including The Truth Pixie and A Mouse Called Miika.

Date: Monday, 7th September 2026

Time: 9PM NZST
Register at this link --->
https://bolinda.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OUgI2AxrTQS6bKP3vu04XQ #/registration

Julie from the knitting group finished this child's jumper and booties. I love the smiley button on the jumper
24/08/2026

Julie from the knitting group finished this child's jumper and booties. I love the smiley button on the jumper

Who does Cross Stitch? This book was among the new arrivals this week. It features some lovely Christmas crafts perfect ...
20/08/2026

Who does Cross Stitch? This book was among the new arrivals this week. It features some lovely Christmas crafts perfect for creating gifts.

Address

Williams House, 6 Williams Road
Paihia
0200

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 1pm
1:30pm - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 1pm
1:30pm - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
1:30pm - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm
1:30pm - 5pm
Friday 9am - 1pm
1:30pm - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+6494028374

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