Keep the kids occupied these school holidays with our April School Holiday Programme. The theme this year is STEM. Each activity focuses on different elements of STEM, including practical applications of physics, motion, engineering, and more.

We have a range of different activities running at each library so pick your favourite ones and give them a go! You'll find the full list of activities below. A few will require registration due to limited resources so do make sure to sign up ahead of time by clicking the links below so we can guarantee you a spot.

Matamata Library

We have now reached capacity for all Matamata Library activities. If you would like to be added to the waiting list, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and let us know which activity you are interested in and how many will be attending. Apologies for the inconvenience!

Tuesday 7 April, 10.30am: Build a Crossbow

Wednesday 8 April, 10.30am: Make a Marshmallow Tower

Wednesday 15 April, 10am-12pm: Meccano Workshop 1

Thursday 16 April, 2-4pm: Meccano Workshop 2

Te Aroha Library

Most Te Aroha Library activities require registration. Please click the links below to book.

Thursday 9 April, 10.30am: Craft a Mystery Pop-Up Box

Thursday 16 April, 10.30am: Magic Eggs and Beans

Tuesday 7 April - Saturday 17 April: Passive Easter-themed activities

Morrinsville Library

Wednesday 8 April, 2pm: Build a Trebuchet

Friday 10 April, 10.30am: Customise Your Own Badge

Wednesday 15 April, 10.30am: Flying Cup Rockets