Hastings District Libraries

13/06/2026

Clear the vegetable samosas away, we're coming in hot with a steaming pot of TUTH.

Turn Up The Heat registrations are now OPEN!😍📚😍

We are doing it a bit differently this year, and opening up the regos to get you all excited about Turn Up the Heat - sweet!😍

The challenge page will be open from 22 June, so you'll have to wait until then to start entering, but for now you can come on in, sign up and brings friend! Or three! Get the friends, neighbours and the postie in on it - they're all welcome 😁

Read books! Win prizes! Sign up over here: https://tinyurl.com/TUTH2026

12/06/2026

Ko Matariki e ārahi i a tātou ki mua

Matariki guides us forward

This season invites reflection - remembering those who have passed, and holding space for gratitude and healing. We take a moment to acknowledge the people, stories, and experiences that continue to shape who we are.

Have a look on our website for upcoming Matariki events at your library for 2026 https://tinyurl.com/Matariki26 😍

12/06/2026

A little time, a little space, and a lot of writing.

The Luna Foundation Writers Residency offers wāhine writers across Aotearoa the chance to step away from the everyday and focus on their work.

If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to give your writing some dedicated attention — this could be it.

Find out more and see how to apply.

Kia ora koutou,
We’re excited to help spread the word about a special opportunity right here in Hawke’s Bay.

The Luna Foundation Writers Residency is back for 2026, offering a wāhine writer time, space and support to focus on their work in Havelock North.

Applications open 29 June

If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to begin or deepen a writing project, this could be it. Keep an eye on this space for more details.

Ngā mihi to the Luna Foundation for supporting writers in Aotearoa.

12/06/2026

Tired of the same old board games you have at home? Come to Hastings Library and explore a selection of brilliant games from the Hawke's Bay Geeks Guild's collection!

It's on tomorrow, Saturday 13 June at Hastings Library. Come in between 10.30am - 3.30pm to get fully geeked up 🎲🎲

On the 2nd Saturday of every month, The Geeks will be on-hand to help teach and guide new and old gamers alike. They will also be starting family-friendly D&D sessions on the 3rd Saturday of every month (there's more info on the web page about that one).

Find out more on our website 😍 https://tinyurl.com/FreakOutAtTheGeekOutYo

10/06/2026

Time Travel Thursday ✨

Step back in time as we explore the many lives of the Carlton Club Hotel.

Established in 1885, it served travellers, hosted meetings, and was a hub for business and leisure. The original building survived the 1931 earthquake, but was later demolished and rebuilt as the Lion Tavern in 1970.

In 1994 it became the much-loved Cobb & Co., followed by Gorries, and then Breakers in the late 2000s. Today, the site has been redesigned as a commercial building, with only Restaurant Ari at the rear hinting at its food‑and‑drink past.

What are your memories of this iconic spot?

View more local icons at https://hastings.recollect.co.nz/

10/06/2026

Turn Up The Heat registrations are now OPEN!😍📚😍

We are doing it a bit differently this year, and opening up the regos to get you all excited about Turn Up the Heat 😍

The challenge page will be open from 22 June, so you'll have to wait until then to start entering, but for now you can come on in, sign up and brings friend! Or three! Get the friends, neighbours and the postie in on it - they're all welcome 😁

Read books! Win prizes! Sign up over here: https://tinyurl.com/TUTH2026

10/06/2026

Hey, crafty crafters! Late Night Which Craft is on again this week! 😍🧵✂️

Just drop in on most Thursday evenings, between 5 and 7pm at Hastings Library – this time is yours, no need to rush to get here.

Bring whatever you want to work on, whether you’re painting miniatures, whittling wood, doing needlework or something else. There are outlets for plugging in your sewing machine or hot glue gun.

These sessions are unstaffed – BYO supplies and learn from each other.

See you there!

08/06/2026

Turn Up The Heat is coming back soon 😍📚😍

Running from 22 June - 9 August 2026, you can Turn up the Heat by taking part in Hastings District Libraries Adults’ Winter Reading Challenge!

There's a bunch of new challenges that we've thought up and some sweet, sweet prizes to be won.

Pop over to the website from 22nd of June and you can sign up and start reporting in! Read books! Win prizes! https://tinyurl.com/TUTH2026

08/06/2026

As Matariki rises, we pause to mark the Māori New Year ✨

It’s a time shaped by the natural world - the appearance of this star cluster signals a moment to gather, reflect, and reset.

Matariki reminds us to honour the past, give thanks for what we have, and look ahead with hope. Here at our libraries, it’s also a time to celebrate knowledge, stories, and connection across our community.

Have a look on our website for upcoming Matariki events at your library for 2026 https://tinyurl.com/Matariki26 😍

04/06/2026

Turn Up The Heat is coming back soon 😍📚😍

Running from 22 June - 9 August 2026, you can Turn up the Heat by taking part in Hastings District Libraries Adults’ Winter Reading Challenge!

There's a bunch of new challenges that we've thought up and some sweet, sweet prizes to be won.

Pop over to the website from 22nd of June and you can sign up and start reporting in! Read books! Win prizes! https://tinyurl.com/TUTH2026