Upcoming events
Special StoryTime with Local Author – Meet Joey the Dog
Join us for a tail-wagging good time at Gore and Mataura Library as local Southland author Gerhard Uys shares his brand-new children’s book, Joey the Doubting Dog –and meet the story's star, Joey the dog, in person!
📅 Friday, 4 July
🕚 Gore Library – 11:00am
🕑 Mataura Library – 2:00pm
This is a wonderful opportunity for children to enjoy a live reading and meet a real-life storybook character. Joey will be there to say hello and make some new friends.
Important Information:
- Bookings essential – Spaces are limited to ensure Joey and all guests' comfort and safety.
- To register your interest, please email:[email protected]
- Free of charge (but booking is required).
- Recommended for children aged 4–8 years, but everyone is welcome.
- A parent or caregiver must supervise children at all times.
- Please note: No food is permitted at this event.
- A real dog will be present.
Come along and hear about Joey’s brave adventure – we can’t wait to see you there.