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The Little, Big, and Even Bigger Read

Our summer reading challenge is back and we invite our tamariki to read, play and win prizes!

U-PLAY Summer Holiday 2026

Explore U-PLAY school holiday events with fun, creative activities for children in Upper Hutt.

Comics Plus

Heroes, villains, masks and capes, manga galore. No holds, no limits. Explore Comics Plus now.

Suggest to buy

Suggest books or other items for our Upper Hutt Libraries collection.

Stories behind our streets

Discover the stories behind Upper Hutt’s streets through maps, photos, and local history.

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U-PLAY: Giant Jigsaw

05 January 2026

So many pieces, so many options! Come along for some puzzle fun. Runs all holidays during opening hours.

Paper Craft Creations

06 January 2026

Colouring, card making and scrapbooking. Meet other locals who enjoy crafts and share your creative hobby skills.

U-PLAY: Teen Tactical Showdown

06 January 2026

Roll the dice, play the card, take the risk, and win the game! Grab your BFFs, and bring everyone you know. For ages 13 and over.
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Holiday hours at the libraries: season's greetings and festive reads

Published on 08 December 2025

A summer of great stories, on and off the page. View our Christmas opening hours, summer reading programme, and what's on over the holiday period.

Latest from the library: newsletter November 2025

Published on 13 November 2025

Wrapping up big projects and big celebrations, plus a look ahead at a summer of reading, adventure, and fun. Read the latest issue of Fanmail, our bi-monthly newsletter for Upper Hutt Libraries.

Silverstream Hospital event a hit at Wellington Heritage Festival 2025

Published on 06 November 2025

Our Heritage team recently hosted a well-attended Wellington Heritage Festival event at Silverstream Retreat, celebrating the fascinating history of Silverstream Hospital.
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