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25 June 2019
What's on in July
Jam packed with fun, these school holidays have a little something for everyone!
24 May 2019
What's on in June
The City Library Makerspace is opening in early June, come in for a visit !
There will also be plenty of opportunities to celebrate the rise of Matariki with a range of events and activities.
01 March 2019
What's on in March
Palmerston North’s Festival of Cultures 2019 is coming your way to celebrate the beautifully diverse cultural identity of our city.
12 December 2018
Central Library building
Our Central Library building has been assessed as earthquake-prone. As the building is not deemed dangerous, we're still open for all our usual services and events.
22 June 2019
New Library Digital Resources
We've got a selection of new e-resources available! From car repair to learning English - there is something for everyone!
26 April 2019
What's on in May
NZ music month is here ! And the city library will be showcasing New Zealand’s annual celebration of great homegrown music and the people who make it.
Launch yourself into the world of comics with International Free Comic Day on Saturday 4th of May and on Wednesday 22 May join us for National Simultaneous Storytime.
30 January 2019
What's on in February
February is setting the bar for 2019 with our regular activities restarting and a range of exciting free events happening across the libraries. Starting off with the Chinese New year Festival and Waitangi programme. To celebrate Library Lovers Day, we have organised a whole week of activities for people in love with each other and the library!
23 November 2018
What's on in December
Santa's workshops are back! Come along and make your own Christmas gifts this year. We have all our regular programming with a Christmas twist, and the Camerata Choir is set to entertain on 22 December.
17 June 2019
Big Library Read
Join in the largest global digital book club
01 March 2019
What's on in April
The Manawatū heat of the Race Unity Speech is coming up to remind us that we all must speak out and work to address racial prejudice and injustice.
There is also plenty to do at the libraries these school holidays! Discover our full programme ...
31 December 2018
What's on in January
Ngā mihi o te Tau Hou! Happy New Year! To celebrate Summer Reading we have a selection of fantastic entertainers coming to Palmerston North
in January. You don’t have to be participating in the programme to come along. Performances are free and fun for the whole family.
16 November 2018
Baby Bop Xmas Ball Clothes Swap
We are finishing our Baby Bop year with a special Xmas Ball for the babies! Just incase not everyone has some suitable clothes for the ball we are having a clothes swap this coming Thursday after Baby Bop. Bring along pretty dresses, nice shirts and pants, headbands, bow ties and any other accessories you no longer want. Sizes 00 - 3yrs.
Upcoming Events
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25 June, 10:00am – 11:00am
Tech Chats - Digital Drop In Tuesday
Drop by the Mezzanine floor and join the conversation on all things digital. Get some help and…
25 June, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Pacific Island Genealogy
A presentation centered on Christine Liava'a's journey of Pacific Island Genealogy.Refreshments…
Programme
27 June, 10:00am – 10:30am
Baby Bop
A fun filled baby time session aimed at early literacy and baby development. Music, bubbles and…
Part of "Pre-school Programmes"
25 June, 10:15am – 11:30am
Triple C Morning Tea
Triple C morning tea every Tuesday at Te Pātikitiki. The C stands for Coffee, Company and…
Programme
26 June, 10:00am – 11:00am
Jumping Jellybeans Central
Don't miss out on the most fun you can pack into one hour.
Free preschool session aimed for…
Part of "Pre-school Programmes"
27 June, 10:00am – 11:00am
Awapuni Morning Tea
Come in and have a cuppa! Casual morning tea with the occasional guest speakers, activities and…
25 June, 11:00am – 12:00pm
Steady As You Go™ on Tuesdays
Strength and balance for over 65s. A peer-led programme devised by Age Concern New…
26 June, 10:30am – 1:30pm
Genealogy Volunteers
A volunteer from the New Zealand Society of Genealogists is available to help you learn about your…
27 June, 10:30am – 11:30am
Ashhurst Library Jumping Jellybeans
Jumping Jellybeans is our preschool session of music, stories and crafts, at 10.30am every 2nd…
25 June, 12:00pm – 12:30pm
Waiata Practice
Nau mai, haere mai! All are welcome to sing waiata together.Join with library and council staff to…
26 June, 3:45pm – 5:00pm
Afternoon Tween Time
For ages 10-12. Activities for you to learn, do and share in 2019!
Events Central (ground floor)
Programme
27 June, 10:30am – 11:00am
Book Bubs Baby Book Club
Straight after Baby Bop fortnightly. Opportunity to borrow brand new baby books and get tips on…
