Get ready for Dinovember at the Libraries!

Dinovember at the Libraries!

November is Dinovember at Nelson Public Libraries! Participate in our scavenger hunts throughout the month, follow the fossilized footprints to spot some dinos in the wild, or drop in to one of our two keynote events on Dinovember Day, Wednesday 5 November!

Dinovember Scavenger Hunt - November 1 - November 30

Join the hunt at any (or all!) of our library branches during November to track down the dino books hidden around the library! Find all the clues and be in to win a rawr-some prize!

Dinovember Day - Wednesday 5 November

Join us on Wednesday, 5 November for a double dose of prehistoric wonder with Honorary Professor Daphne E. Lee from the University of Otago’s Geology Department!

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Lunchtime Kōrero: Fossil Treasures of Foulden Maar

12.15–1.30pm

Discover the story of Foulden Maar—New Zealand’s extraordinary fossil site—through Professor Lee’s acclaimed book Fossil Treasures of Foulden Maar: A Window into Miocene Zealandia.

Books available for purchase thanks to Page & Blackmore.

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After-School Talk: Fossil Treasures of the Geology Museum

3.45–5 pm

A fun and interactive session for kids! Learn about ancient creatures and real fossil stories from the free eBook Fossil Treasures of the Geology Museum, which includes downloadable 3D print models.

No book sales, but the eBook is free and full of fossil fun! Check it out here!