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Nightingale Library: No Public WIFI on March 22
19 Mar 2025, 12:00 am
Due to a planned outage on Saturday 22 March, the public APNK WiFi will be unavailable at Nightingale Library Memorial.
Community Threads
13 Mar 2025, 4:00 pm
Nelson Public Libraries is very pleased to announce a new initiative especially for community groups, called Community Threads.
Tuku 25
13 Mar 2025, 10:00 am
The Tuku 25 programme is now live!
Have you discovered the DiscoverMe kit collection?
20 Feb 2025, 1:19 pm
This a range of kits for adults themed around craft, DIY, STEM and entertainment. You’ll find everything you need for sewing repairs, creating digital art, or striking a pose on the yoga mat.

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Elma Turner Library

27 Halifax St, Nelson 7010, New Zealand

Opening Hours

Monday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
Tuesday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
Friday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

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Stoke Library

35 Putaitai St, Stoke, Nelson 7011, New Zealand

Opening Hours

Monday: 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Tuesday: 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Thursday: 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Friday: 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 1:00pm

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Nightingale Library Memorial

2 Beach Rd, Tahunanui, Nelson 7011, New Zealand

Opening Hours

Monday: 9:30am - 4:00pm
Tuesday: 9:30am - 4:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
Thursday: 9:30am - 4:00pm
Friday: 9:30am - 4:00pm
Sunday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

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