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24 June 2018
What's on in July
Winter is here and we have so much to do this July. Check out all our Matariki themed activities at Central and the Community Libraries. Look out for all the school holiday fun later in the month and if you're in the mood for joining a club or two, why not check out all the clubs on show at Central on July 26th!
14 June 2018
World Cup Reads 2018 at Palmerston North City Library
Want to learn more about the World Cup, football, or the countries playing? The Library has that covered with this selection of resources.
27 May 2018
What's on in June
Winter is coming! It's time to pull out the winter woolies so you can come out to your libraries. We're celebrating Pride fest in June and we also have a number of Heritage talks this month. Oh, and there seems to be something going on with Football on this month too ;)
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.
17 June 2018
NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults 2018 Finalists
Check out this years' NZ Book Awards for Children and Young Adults finalists for some fantastic Kiwi reads!
05 June 2018
Manawatū Newspapers on Papers Past
We are really excited to announce that we have just signed an agreement with the National Library to make our local newspapers available on Papers Past to 1945.
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.
18 June 2018
Maths is Fun registrations open today!
Maths is Fun is back these July School Holidays! Register now to secure a place on this popular programme all about fun, interactive Maths activities. This is a family orientated programme aimed at children aged 5-13 years of all maths abilities, and delivered by trained teachers.
02 June 2018
Celebrate Pride Fest
Palmerston North City Library is hosting a Pride Fest this June. We have a range of inclusive community events such as talks from Kyle Mewburn, Ruby Dax and Renee; the screening of More than Four Films, and rainbow pet accessories workshops and parade.
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.
Upcoming Events
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25 June, 9:30am – 10:30am
Ashhurst Little Ferns
A fun session for caregivers and their children aged from birth to 2 years old. Come along for 30…
Programme
26 June, 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Pride Tea
Like high tea only more colourful, all welcome.
Part of "Youth Space"
Part of "Pride Fest"
27 June, 10:30am – 1:30pm
Genealogy Volunteers
A volunteer from the New Zealand Society of Genealogists is available to help you learn about your…
Programme
25 June, 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Pride Baking
Swallow your pride. Bake the rainbow, taste the rainbow. Bake biscuits, cupcakes and rainbow sponge.
Part of "Youth Space"
Part of "Pride Fest"
Programme
26 June, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Rainbow Pets Accessories Workshop
Make your dog or cat the brightest, blingiest and most colourful on the street at one of our pet…
Part of "Pride Fest"
27 June, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Royal New Zealand Plunket Society - Ashhurst Plunket
Women's Stories from the Ian Matheson City Archives 4:
The Royal New Zealand Plunket society…
Programme
26 June, 10:00am – 11:30am
Drag Queen Storytelling with Ruby Dax
Witches and unicorns abound at this special storytelling session full of rainbow fun with Palmy's…
Part of "Pride Fest"
Programme
27 June, 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"
27 June, 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…
26 June, 10:15am – 12:15pm
Triple C Morning Tea
Triple C morning tea at Te Patikitiki living room (Monrad Park). The C stands for coffee, company…
27 June, 10:30am – 11:30am
Tea & Tales
Community readings from favourite books. Join us for morning tea and entertaining stories,…
27 June, 3:45pm – 5:00pm
Afternoon Tween Time
For ages 10-12 , activities just for you to learn, do and share in 2018! Afternoon tea provided…
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