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13 May 2018
Looking for something new to read?
Check out our resources and in-house created lists to find something new to read.
16 April 2018
Light up the school holidays
All-new all-day workshops for kids this April school holidays.
28 March 2018
What's on in April
It's already April and we've got a full-on month of activities for you
26 April 2018
What's on in May
Phew! School holidays are done and now it's time to get our groove on and dust off our arty-pants. May is New Zealand Music month and includes International Free Comic Book Day on May 5th!
14 May 2018
City Library at the Disability Expo
Discover a world of resources through The Living Room of the City, for a range of abilities.
13 April 2018
New stops for Mobile Library
This Saturday (14 April), Palmerston North’s Mobile Library will commence a new regular route of the Aokautere/Summerhill suburb.
28 March 2018
A World of Reading
Share with Palmerston North City Library a book from around the world you enjoy
06 March 2018
Mike King at the Youth Space
Hands up for Hope!
20 April 2018
Te Pātikitiki is turning 10!
Te Pātikitiki Community Library is turning 10 years old and is inviting the community to come and share in the celebrations.
16 April 2018
New - Lucky Day Collection
It's your Lucky Day! A new collection is being introduced at the Central Library where additional copies of popular titles will be added to the collection. No holds and no renewals means they will be available faster and sooner for you. Find a book with a Lucky Day label, and take it home with you today!
26 February 2018
Festival of Cultures’ Lantern Parade to light-up Palmy
Light-filled coloured lanterns will again be parading around Palmerston North’s Square for the Festival of Cultures’ Lantern Parade on March 17.
29 January 2018
Waitangi Day at Libraries and Community Services
Although the Central Library, Community Living Rooms and the Mobile bus will all be closed on February 6th, we are hosting a wide range of events and activities to recognise Waitangi Day.
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23 May, 10:00am – 11:00am
Jumping Jellybeans Term 2 - 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"
23 May, 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Ailene's Wednesday Arvos - Craft Session @ Te Pātikitiki
Every Wednesday after school at Te Pātikitiki, during the school term.
Ring us for more information…
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24 May, 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…
Part of "Pre-school Programmes"
23 May, 10:30am – 1:30pm
Genealogy Volunteers
A volunteer from the New Zealand Society of Genealogists is available to help you learn about your…
Programme
23 May, 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Brand you and be who you want to be
Join us for a fun & interactive workshop learning about your own "Personal Brand" with Debbie.…
Part of "Youth Space"
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24 May – 1 June, 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Clothes drop swap and shop
DO YOU WANNA BE A PERSON WHO | helps others | donates | reduces & reuses | is active in the…
Part of "Youth Space"
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23 May – 31 May, 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Clothes drop swap and shop
DO YOU WANNA BE A PERSON WHO | helps others | donates | reduces & reuses | is active in the…
Part of "Youth Space"
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23 May, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Be who you want to be with Steve Lange
We are Celebrating YOUTH WEEK with Steve!! We are excited to announce a Youth Week Inspo Talk with…
Part of "Youth Space"
24 May, 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Youthline after school art sessions
Join Cheleigh from Youthline to create some artwork (suitable for primary aged kids).
Partnership…
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23 May, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Simultaneous Storytime
Read along with people in bookshops and libraries all across New Zealand and Australia!
Come to…
Part of "Pre-school Programmes"
Programme
24 May, 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"
Programme
24 May, 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Poetry Pharmacy
Our awesome Youth Librarian Alan believes there is a poem for any need you may have. Come in to the…
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