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Staying Safe Free Driver Refresher Workshops
/in Ageing Well, Community Groups, Free /by Shelley DeanEnglish Language Partners Free English Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), Free, Online /by Shelley DeanESOL Intensive
Sewing, Knitting, Crochet Classes
/in Clubs, Crochet, Knitting, Sewing /by Shelley DeanPlus knit, chat and craft nights
Adult Colouring Clubs
/in Art Clubs, Colouring, Health and Wellness /by Shelley DeanFinding joy in colour
Embroidery & Sewing Classes
/in Embroidery, Knitting, Sewing /by Shelley Dean@ Robyn’s Cottage
Train to Become an ESOL Tutor
/in English (ESOL) /by Shelley DeanWork with new migrants/refugees in our Community
F.A.B. Parents
/in Free, Parenting /by Shelley DeanFree support group
First Aid Training
/in First Aid /by Shelley DeanKnow It Before You Need It
Tauranga Social Dance Club
/in Social Dancing /by Shelley DeanDancing Supper & Raffles
Challenge of Chess
/in Chess /by Shelley Dean… for the whole family …
Kim Westerskov Photography
/in Animals & Birds, Clubs, Courses /by Shelley DeanWorkshops that open a whole new world…
Friends of the Tauranga Libraries
/in Book Clubs /by Shelley DeanMonthly meetings at the 4 libraries
Baywide Community Law Service
/in Legal /by Shelley DeanFree legal help
Games of Crib
/in Cribbage /by Shelley DeanLike to learn how to play crib ?
Greerton Garden Club
/in Flowers/Shrubs/Trees, Garden Clubs /by Shelley DeanGardening Chat, Talks and Visits
Care and Craft
/in Community Groups, Crafts /by Shelley Dean… bringing companionship & creativity to lonely lives…
Libraries are Learning Centres
/in Community Groups, Drawing, Employment - Training, Free, Free Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Maori Studies, Papercrafts, Seasonal Events, Seniors /by Shelley DeanTap Dancing
/in Dance /by Let's LearnGuitar / Ukulele for Beginners
/in Learn an Instrument /by Let's LearnLessons tailored to the student’s needs
Events
ESOL Tutor Training – Course 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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 1
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
2026 1st Course starts 13th February 2026
2026 2nd Course TBA
What’s On at Your Library
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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 1
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
2026 1st Course starts 13th February 2026
2026 2nd Course TBA
Writers on Writing : Literary Agents with Catherine Wallace
/in Creative Writing, Writing Groups /by Shelley DeanThis Sunday: Literary Agents : What do they offer and how can you get one?
Catherine Wallace will provide an informative session covering what literary agents do, what they look for in authors and what to expect from the agent-author relationship. She will also give insights into the traditional publishing process.
A published author, freelance editor, and co-director of the Hamilton Book Month for over 10 years, Catherine is passionate about supporting other authors including liaising with publishers, publicists and illustrators.
For more information visit www.highspotlit.com/the-agents
When: Third Sunday of the month: February 22nd 2026
Where: Greerton Library
Cost: $15 ($10 for Tauranga Writers members)
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.

Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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 1
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
2026 1st Course starts 13th February 2026
2026 2nd Course TBA
Lines & Lyrics Poetry Sessions
/in Creative Writing, Poetry /by Shelley DeanLines and Lyrics is now running twice a month, at Greerton and Tauranga library
An invitation to poets and poets-to-be.
Meetings are informal, but focused sessions, that can help you with your poetry writing by sharing with others.
Whatever kind of poetry you write, whoever you are writing for, you will be most welcome. Open to everyone, from beginners to experienced writers. If you are interested in sharing your poems and for some friendly and helpful feedback Lines and Lyrics is for you.
Initially, sessions will be facilitated by Jenny Argante, who has been teaching creative writing for over thirty years. However, as equals, each of us will contribute our own input and response as we listen and learn together.

Please note the following session are open to adults.
Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga Library (2nd Tuesday of the month)
- Tuesday, 9 September 2-4pm
- Tuesday, 14 October 2-4pm
- Tuesday, 11 November 2-4pm
Te Ao Mārama – Greerton Library (4th Saturday of the month)
- Saturday, 23 August 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 27 September 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 25 October 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 22 November 1.30-3.30pm
This is a community initiative supported by Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga City Libraries and all queries and registrations should be directed to Jenny Argante – info.redhenbooks@gmail.com
What’s On at Your Library
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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 1
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
2026 1st Course starts 13th February 2026
2026 2nd Course TBA
Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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 1
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
2026 1st Course starts 13th February 2026
2026 2nd Course TBA
What’s On at Your Library
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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 1
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
2026 1st Course starts 13th February 2026
2026 2nd Course TBA
Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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 1
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
2026 1st Course starts 13th February 2026
2026 2nd Course TBA
Lines & Lyrics Poetry Sessions
/in Creative Writing, Poetry /by Shelley DeanLines and Lyrics is now running twice a month, at Greerton and Tauranga library
An invitation to poets and poets-to-be.
Meetings are informal, but focused sessions, that can help you with your poetry writing by sharing with others.
Whatever kind of poetry you write, whoever you are writing for, you will be most welcome. Open to everyone, from beginners to experienced writers. If you are interested in sharing your poems and for some friendly and helpful feedback Lines and Lyrics is for you.
Initially, sessions will be facilitated by Jenny Argante, who has been teaching creative writing for over thirty years. However, as equals, each of us will contribute our own input and response as we listen and learn together.

Please note the following session are open to adults.
Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga Library (2nd Tuesday of the month)
- Tuesday, 9 September 2-4pm
- Tuesday, 14 October 2-4pm
- Tuesday, 11 November 2-4pm
Te Ao Mārama – Greerton Library (4th Saturday of the month)
- Saturday, 23 August 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 27 September 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 25 October 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 22 November 1.30-3.30pm
This is a community initiative supported by Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga City Libraries and all queries and registrations should be directed to Jenny Argante – info.redhenbooks@gmail.com
What’s On at Your Library
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
Lines & Lyrics Poetry Sessions
/in Creative Writing, Poetry /by Shelley DeanLines and Lyrics is now running twice a month, at Greerton and Tauranga library
An invitation to poets and poets-to-be.
Meetings are informal, but focused sessions, that can help you with your poetry writing by sharing with others.
Whatever kind of poetry you write, whoever you are writing for, you will be most welcome. Open to everyone, from beginners to experienced writers. If you are interested in sharing your poems and for some friendly and helpful feedback Lines and Lyrics is for you.
Initially, sessions will be facilitated by Jenny Argante, who has been teaching creative writing for over thirty years. However, as equals, each of us will contribute our own input and response as we listen and learn together.

Please note the following session are open to adults.
Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga Library (2nd Tuesday of the month)
- Tuesday, 9 September 2-4pm
- Tuesday, 14 October 2-4pm
- Tuesday, 11 November 2-4pm
Te Ao Mārama – Greerton Library (4th Saturday of the month)
- Saturday, 23 August 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 27 September 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 25 October 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 22 November 1.30-3.30pm
This is a community initiative supported by Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga City Libraries and all queries and registrations should be directed to Jenny Argante – info.redhenbooks@gmail.com
What’s On at Your Library
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
Lines & Lyrics Poetry Sessions
/in Creative Writing, Poetry /by Shelley DeanLines and Lyrics is now running twice a month, at Greerton and Tauranga library
An invitation to poets and poets-to-be.
Meetings are informal, but focused sessions, that can help you with your poetry writing by sharing with others.
Whatever kind of poetry you write, whoever you are writing for, you will be most welcome. Open to everyone, from beginners to experienced writers. If you are interested in sharing your poems and for some friendly and helpful feedback Lines and Lyrics is for you.
Initially, sessions will be facilitated by Jenny Argante, who has been teaching creative writing for over thirty years. However, as equals, each of us will contribute our own input and response as we listen and learn together.

Please note the following session are open to adults.
Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga Library (2nd Tuesday of the month)
- Tuesday, 9 September 2-4pm
- Tuesday, 14 October 2-4pm
- Tuesday, 11 November 2-4pm
Te Ao Mārama – Greerton Library (4th Saturday of the month)
- Saturday, 23 August 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 27 September 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 25 October 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 22 November 1.30-3.30pm
This is a community initiative supported by Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga City Libraries and all queries and registrations should be directed to Jenny Argante – info.redhenbooks@gmail.com
What’s On at Your Library
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
Lines & Lyrics Poetry Sessions
/in Creative Writing, Poetry /by Shelley DeanLines and Lyrics is now running twice a month, at Greerton and Tauranga library
An invitation to poets and poets-to-be.
Meetings are informal, but focused sessions, that can help you with your poetry writing by sharing with others.
Whatever kind of poetry you write, whoever you are writing for, you will be most welcome. Open to everyone, from beginners to experienced writers. If you are interested in sharing your poems and for some friendly and helpful feedback Lines and Lyrics is for you.
Initially, sessions will be facilitated by Jenny Argante, who has been teaching creative writing for over thirty years. However, as equals, each of us will contribute our own input and response as we listen and learn together.

Please note the following session are open to adults.
Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga Library (2nd Tuesday of the month)
- Tuesday, 9 September 2-4pm
- Tuesday, 14 October 2-4pm
- Tuesday, 11 November 2-4pm
Te Ao Mārama – Greerton Library (4th Saturday of the month)
- Saturday, 23 August 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 27 September 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 25 October 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday, 22 November 1.30-3.30pm
This is a community initiative supported by Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga City Libraries and all queries and registrations should be directed to Jenny Argante – info.redhenbooks@gmail.com
Knit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
Digital Drop-Ins at Mount & Greerton Libraries
/in Devices, Seniors /by Shelley DeanHave 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 2
/in English (ESOL), Teaching English /by Shelley DeanWork 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
/in Book Clubs, Card Games, Chess, Free, Free IT Courses, Genealogy, Knitting, Legal, Reading, Rummicub, Scrabble, Seniors /by Shelley DeanKnit and Knatter at Greerton Library!
/in Knitting /by Shelley DeanJoin 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
Email: lesleywarner66@gmail.com
Phone: 0210309280.
Other sessions are held:
Pāpāmoa Library
Tuesdays 10am – 12pm
Wednesdays 1pm – 2pm
English Language Partners Free Online Courses
/in Conversational English, English (ESOL), English Classes, Online /by Shelley DeanCheck 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
Website: www.englishlanguage.org.nz
Address: Suite 5, 212 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga
Tauranga Acoustic Music Club
/in Acoustic /by Shelley DeanEvery 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month we have a blackboard concert, where we set up a PA system, and you put your name(s) on the board, then take it in turns to get up and do a couple of songs. On the other Tuesdays we sit around a table and have a jam session.
When: Tuesdays 7pm
Where: Greerton Social Club 1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton
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