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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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
30 October 2018
What's on in November
It's the month before Christmas and all through the libraries there were so many events and talks on! Local History week kicks us off, then the Innovations in Science series, cook book launch and decorating competition and a food swap! Check out our November schedule!
Upcoming Events
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Programme
18 July, 9:30am – 10:30am
BestStart Midwinter Beach Fun
Since it is too cold to go to the beach, the BestStart teachers are bringing a bit of the beach to…
Part of "July School Holidays"
18 July, 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Remember When
A new book of local stories
Young Enterprise company C & P Enterprises of Freyberg High School…
19 July, 10:00am – 11:00am
Steady As You Go™ on Fridays
Strength and balance for over 65s. A peer-led programme devised by Age Concern New Zealand.Regulars…
Programme
18 July, 10:00am – 4:30pm
Building with Bricks and Blocks
It's nearly the end of the school holidays, pop on down to Blueprint: The City Library Makerspace…
Part of "July School Holidays"
Programme
18 July, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Family Movie @ Te Pātikitiki
New Release Family Movie. Bring some munchies. Movie may be PG so come with your kids and enjoy the…
Part of "July School Holidays"
Programme
19 July, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Game of Random @ Roslyn Library
Fun for the whole family!
Come along and play a game of slapdash, hit and miss and total randomness…
Part of "July School Holidays"
Programme
18 July, 10:30am – 12:00pm
Zen sand tray garden Crafts @ Te Pātikitiki
Make a cool Zen sand tray garden! Bring your own miniatures/pebbles/shells/toys, etc. to decorate…
Part of "July School Holidays"
18 July, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Tech Chats - Digital Drop In Thursday
Drop by the Mezzanine floor and join the conversation on all things digital. Get some help and…
19 July, 10:30am – 1:30pm
Genealogy Volunteers
A volunteer from the New Zealand Society of Genealogists is available to help you learn about your…
18 July, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Do you remember the 1969 Moon landing?
Where were you on 20 July 1969?!
Come along and share your memories in celebration of the 50th…
18 July, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Intercultural Communication Workshop
With an increasing movement of populations, particularly through globalisation, international…
Programme
19 July, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Game of Random @ Awapuni Library
Fun for the whole family!
Come along and play a game of slapdash, hit and miss and total randomness…
