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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.
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.
15 October 2018
Library pools to get early morning sandblast
Resurfacing work is about to commence on the feature pools outside the mezzanine entrance to the Central Library.
13 September 2018
September Selections from Our Librarians
Check out our Selections from our Librarians for September. We've pulled together lists of materials from our collections.
11 December 2018
Ngā Hāora Hararē - Holiday Hours
Check out the opening hours for all our Libraries over the Christmas and New Years Holiday periods!
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!
11 October 2018
October Selections from Our Librarians
Check out our Selections from our Librarians for October. We've pulled together lists of materials from our collection.
13 September 2018
City Library commemorates 125 years of women’s suffrage
On 19 September 1893, New Zealand became the first country where women could vote in general elections. To celebrate the 125th anniversary, Palmerston North City Library is hosting displays, activities and events in conjunction with the national Suffrage 125 Whakatū Wāhine Commemoration programme.
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.
29 October 2018
Music & Performing Arts Collection at Central
Music & Performing Arts are on the move at Central!
11 October 2018
Palmy Parent & Child Expo
Come visit our library stand and learn about how the library can help parents!
10 September 2018
Manawatū Heritage embraces te reo Māori
A commitment to te reo by Palmerston North City Council has achieved a significant milestone in time for Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori – Māori Language Week.
Upcoming Events
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13 December – 7 February, 10:30am – 10:30am
Ashhurst Jumping Jellybeans
Our preschool session of music, stories and crafts.
Programme
17 December, 11:00am – 3:00pm
Make your own Christmas Crackers
Learn to make customised crackers as gifts complete with snaps, favours and bad jokes.
Part of "Santa's Workshop"
Programme
18 December, 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Strawberry Deliciousness
Avoid the Christmas madness & Come pic strawberry with us for Xmas lunch. Strawberry field trip…
Part of "Youth Space"
14 December, 10:00am – 11:00am
Steady As You Go™
Strength and balance exercise programme for over 65s. Run by Age Concern New Zealand.
Programme
17 December, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
X-mas Lunch Prep
Come & watch us classic Christmas movie
Xmas countdown is on! Come & celebrate Christmas in…
Part of "Youth Space"
19 December, 10:30am – 1:30pm
Genealogy Volunteers
A volunteer from the New Zealand Society of Genealogists is available to help you learn about your…
14 December, 10:30am – 1:30pm
Genealogy Volunteers
A volunteer from the New Zealand Society of Genealogists is available to help you learn about your…
18 December, 10:15am – 12:15pm
Triple C Morning Tea
Triple C morning tea at Te Patikitiki living room. The C stands for Coffee, Company and…
19 December, 10:30am – 4:30pm
All Day Christmas Crafts @ Te Pātikitiki
Come in and make some fantastic Christmas decorations and cards with us - we have some great things…
Programme
14 December, 1:30pm – 3:30pm
X-mas Jam Session
Avoid the Christmas madness & Lets sing Xmas carols… or listen...
Xmas countdown is on! Come…
Part of "Youth Space"
Programme
18 December, 11:00am – 3:00pm
Make your own Christmas Decorations
Learn to make beautiful decorations to give away or decorate you home with this Christmas.
Part of "Santa's Workshop"
Programme
19 December, 11:00am – 3:00pm
Make Christmas Jewels
Use a mixture of found, new and recycled materials to make beautiful Christmas jewellery.Bring your…
