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Tauranga Acoustic Music Club

The Psychic Cafe

Athena Greek Dancing

Sewing, Knitting, Crochet Classes

Plus knit, chat and craft nights

Embroidery & Sewing Classes

@ Robyn’s Cottage

Train to Become an ESOL Tutor

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community

F.A.B. Parents

Free support group

Learn @ Greerton Library

First Aid Training

Know It Before You Need It

Tauranga Social Dance Club

Dancing Supper & Raffles

Challenge of Chess

… for the whole family …

Kim Westerskov Photography

Workshops that open a whole new world…

Friends of the Tauranga Libraries

Monthly meetings at the 4 libraries

Baywide Community Law Service

Free legal help

Games of Crib

Like to learn how to play crib ?

Greerton Garden Club

Gardening Chat, Talks and Visits

Care and Craft

… bringing companionship & creativity to lonely lives…

Scrapbooking & Cardmaking

Tap Dancing

Guitar / Ukulele for Beginners

Lessons tailored to the student’s needs

Events

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Writers on Writing: How to Make your Book Fly

Refreshments free.
Raffle and books on sale.
CASH only please, as EFTPOS is not available at these meetings

For more information about Tauranga Writers see our website, join our Facebook page, or contact taurangawritersnz@gmail.com.

Sunday Focus Sessions are held every third Sunday in the Okahukura Room at Greerton Library from 2-4pm. Work in Progress meetings are held on the first Thursday at the Wesley Methodist Church on 13th Avenue from 7-9pm.

Find out more

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Writers on Writing: How to Make your Book Fly

Refreshments free.
Raffle and books on sale.
CASH only please, as EFTPOS is not available at these meetings

For more information about Tauranga Writers see our website, join our Facebook page, or contact taurangawritersnz@gmail.com.

Sunday Focus Sessions are held every third Sunday in the Okahukura Room at Greerton Library from 2-4pm. Work in Progress meetings are held on the first Thursday at the Wesley Methodist Church on 13th Avenue from 7-9pm.

Find out more

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Writers on Writing: How to Make your Book Fly

Refreshments free.
Raffle and books on sale.
CASH only please, as EFTPOS is not available at these meetings

For more information about Tauranga Writers see our website, join our Facebook page, or contact taurangawritersnz@gmail.com.

Sunday Focus Sessions are held every third Sunday in the Okahukura Room at Greerton Library from 2-4pm. Work in Progress meetings are held on the first Thursday at the Wesley Methodist Church on 13th Avenue from 7-9pm.

Find out more

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Writers on Writing: How to Make your Book Fly

Refreshments free.
Raffle and books on sale.
CASH only please, as EFTPOS is not available at these meetings

For more information about Tauranga Writers see our website, join our Facebook page, or contact taurangawritersnz@gmail.com.

Sunday Focus Sessions are held every third Sunday in the Okahukura Room at Greerton Library from 2-4pm. Work in Progress meetings are held on the first Thursday at the Wesley Methodist Church on 13th Avenue from 7-9pm.

Find out more

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Writers on Writing: How to Make your Book Fly

Refreshments free.
Raffle and books on sale.
CASH only please, as EFTPOS is not available at these meetings

For more information about Tauranga Writers see our website, join our Facebook page, or contact taurangawritersnz@gmail.com.

Sunday Focus Sessions are held every third Sunday in the Okahukura Room at Greerton Library from 2-4pm. Work in Progress meetings are held on the first Thursday at the Wesley Methodist Church on 13th Avenue from 7-9pm.

Find out more

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Writers on Writing: How to Make your Book Fly

Refreshments free.
Raffle and books on sale.
CASH only please, as EFTPOS is not available at these meetings

For more information about Tauranga Writers see our website, join our Facebook page, or contact taurangawritersnz@gmail.com.

Sunday Focus Sessions are held every third Sunday in the Okahukura Room at Greerton Library from 2-4pm. Work in Progress meetings are held on the first Thursday at the Wesley Methodist Church on 13th Avenue from 7-9pm.

Find out more

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Unit 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025

What’s On at Your Library

From Knitting & Knattering to Chess, from Rummikub to Genealogy plus a host of activities in between, libraries are true community hubs. Check out what is on the programme and geared for adults in your area.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!

Join us for some friendly knitting and a good natter. Bring along your latest project, share your ideas and skills or simply enjoy time spent with fellow creators.
Crocheters, cross stitchers, embroiderers and beginner knitters are welcome.

Greerton Library  :  Tuesdays 12.30pm to 2pm

If you want to learn but don’t know how – Come along and learn with the Greerton Main Street Community Knitters. If you are an advanced knitter, you are also welcome to come and share your skills!
Greerton Library : Every Tuesday from 12.30pm

For more information about these sessions

Contact Lesley
Emaillesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.

Other sessions are held:

Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm

English Language Partners Free Online Courses

Check out the Free On Line Courses available at English Language Partners

You will find English courses for:

  • Employees
  • Raising a Child in NZ
  • Listening and Speaking – different levels at different times
  • Professional Speaking for Work
  • Real Life English
  • Kiwi Speak
  • Speaking Fluently & Accurately
  • Reading and Writing – different levels at different times
  • Getting Ready for IELTS

For full details contact: Philippa

Phone: 571 4181
Email:  philippa.cairns@englishlanguage.org.nz
Websitewww.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga

Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries

Have you got a digital dilemma and need some help? Come along to one of our weekly Drop-in sessions.

Bring in your own device for help using library apps, accessing online memberships and applications, installing software, or setting up a new device.

This is a first-in, first-served, drop-in service. No booking required.

Two Venues:

Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Greerton
When
: Wednesdays from 1pm to 3pm
Cost: Free

Mount  Library, 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui
When: Wednesdays from 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost:  Free

ESOL Tutor Training – Course 1

Work with new migrants/refugees in our Community. “Kindness knows no Boundaries”

The course is designed for 60 hours of part-time study.The Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and English Language Partners is accredited to deliver it.

Introductory training
20 hours training sessions (minimum)
14 hours independent study
Practical tutor training
26 hours preparation, tutoring and evaluation

Receive an NZQA Course approved Certificate in ESOL Home Tutoring.

Learning outcomes

Volunteer ESOL home tutor trainees will be able to:

  • Support learners as they settle in New Zealand
  • Maintain an informal one-to-one English language support programme
  • Assist adult language learners to develop their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
  • Assist adult learners to participate in their local community
  • Evaluate their own and their learner’s performance

For details and to enrol:
Phone
: 571 4181
Email:  bayofplenty@englishlanguage.org.nz
Website:  www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

2025 1st Course starts 14th February 2025
2025 2nd Course starts 1st August 2025