The Big Read: Launch on the Lawn
Friday 5 December 2025 at 3:30 PM
War Memorial Library
Event Description
Join us in celebrating the launch of The Big Read with a Summer Reading Launch Party!
Kick off the holidays with us at the library:
� Meet the Moa puppet show
� Llamas!
� Music
� Face painting + bouncy castle
� Free sausage sizzle Bring the whānau, bring a picnic, and bring your summer vibes! ✨ Free event – all welcome!
Email address for event enquiries: [email protected]
When
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday 5 December 2025
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Where
War Memorial Library
2 Queens Drive
Hutt Central Lower Hutt 5010
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Bookings
There's no need to book your place for this event. Just meet us at War Memorial Library.
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