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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.
Noise in the Children's Library
19 Feb 2025, 9:45 am
Due to the works at the riverside pop up park, it is likely to be noisy in the Elma Turner Library children's section this week. Thank you for your understanding. Click here for more info on the works
No Entry/Exit via Children's Library
17 Feb 2025, 10:00 am
From today, there will no longer be access to the Elma Turner Library via the door in the children's library. Please use our main entrance near the library carpark. Click for more info
The Pop Up Park is Coming to an End...
13 Feb 2025, 11:15 am
The Pop Up Park beside the Elma Turner Library will be removed in mid- February. NCC is working to find new homes for the equipment, including the blue blocks. Click here for more info

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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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