Monday, May 2, 2011

David Hartnell - Memoirs of a Gossip Columnist - Saturday 21st May 1pm

David Hartnell - Memoirs of a Gossip Columnist - Saturday 21st May 1pm



 
For one day only his lips will be unsealed and you are invited to join David as he shares some of the famous Hollywood gossip as told in his new book "Memoirs of a Gossip Columnist" and there might just be a few extras that he can't put into print - you'll have to be there!
 
Plus Two signed copies of David's book to be won - one for the best-dressed person and one for the best-dressed Gran!
 
Timaru District Library Saturday 21st May 1.00pm
 
Free Entry.
 
Books available for sale on the day.

Monday, April 25, 2011

New Zealand Sign Language Week - Free Taster Class Thursday 5th May


New Zealand Sign Language Week
2nd - 8th May

Free Sign Language Taster Class
Thursday 5th May 1pm - 2pm

Free Taster classes are a chance for people to get a taste of New Zealand Sign Language in a fun and supportive environment. The class is 60 minutes long where a Deaf Tutor is coming to the Library and teaches introductory New Zealand Sign Language.

All Welcome.

Jill Worrall Book Launch "Two Wings of a Nightingale" Tuesday 10th May 6.30pm


Jill Worrall Book Launch - Two Wings of a Nightingale Tuesday 10th May 6.30pm

Jill Worrall's second travel book Two Wings of a Nightingale is ready to go on sale! Two Wings tells the story of her 8000km road trip through Iran with her Iranian friend Reza Mirkhalaf.

Join us as Jill will talk about her new book.

Free Admission.

Books will be available for sale on the night.

Website: http://www.jillworrall.com/

Monday, April 11, 2011

Kelvin Cruickshank Timaru Library Visit - Saturday 7th May 1.30pm - 2.30pm

Born and raised in the Waikato, Kelvin Cruickshank exhibited medium psychic abilities from an early age. He could hear and feel spirits around him, but had no idea what it all meant; he mostly chose to ignore the extra company. He knew he was somehow different from other children because he saw people that the other kids couldn't see. Although he didn't understand who these people were, he did know that he was never alone.

Nine years ago, after a complete breakdown, Kelvin took time out from his busy career as a chef and stopped to listen to what he was hearing. It was then that he realised the messages he was receiving were not intended for him but for others. This final acknowledgement of who he is and acceptance of his gift has changed his life completely. From that moment, Kelvin has dedicated his life to working fulltime as a medium passing on messages from those who have passed over.

In his spare time Kelvin loves fishing, diving and listening to Pink Floyd. He currently lives in Auckland.

Kelvin's visit to the Library to promote his new book 'Finding the Path' on Saturday 7th May 1.30pm - 2.30pm

Please note Kelvin will not be doing personal readings.

Website: http://www.kelvincruickshank.co.nz/

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Annual Book Sale



Timaru District Libraries Big Book Sale Starts Monday 28th March 9am -
Timaru District Library, Sophia Street, Timaru...something for everyone
plus ongoing Sales Tables in Temuka and Geraldine.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

NZ Author on prestigious New York Times list

NZ Author on prestigious New York Times list
The New York Times bestseller list is the domain of publishing’s household names... and a writer who resides in suburban Auckland.

New Zealand author Nalini Singh has again cracked the list with Archangel’s Consort (Gollancz, $29.99 RRP), which comes in at number eight on the mass market fiction list. Singh’s book is sandwiched between mega-selling authors Stieg Larsson and James Patterson.

“To make the New York Times bestseller list is an incredible achievement, and it is extremely unusual for a New Zealander to reach these heights. Nalini has shown herself to be in the top tier of international authors,” says Kevin Chapman, managing director of Hachette NZ.

Archangel’s Consort is the third book in Singh’s bestselling ‘Guild Hunter’ series. She is no stranger to the list, having appeared on it eight times with previous releases.

“It's always the most amazing feeling to see my name on the list. I'm incredibly excited that so many readers are enjoying my books!"says Singh.

Singh is a prolific author with 22 titles to her name. She currently writes two ongoing paranormal romance series – ‘The Guild Hunter’ series and the ‘Psy-Changeling’ series.

Despite her incredible success in the American market, Nalini was relatively unknown here until recently, when her books became widely available through Hachette NZ after Orion picked up UK and Commonwealth rights.

Article courtesy of Booksellers New Zealand.

Sunday, February 27, 2011

Christchurch Earthquake Information

Earthquake Information



A magnitude 6.3 earthquake occurred 10km south-east of Christchurch (two hours drive North of Timaru City) at 12:51, February 22, 2011 at a depth of 5km. Timaru District has not been seriously affected by the earthquake.However, support is being offered to the people of Christchurch.

For more support and general information click here...