LibLab - Photosynthesize This!

Photosynthesize This! Wait, what? Plants can breathe?

LibLab - Library fun with a touch of laboratory madness and book experimentation.

Aimed at ages 5+

Free and no bookings required.

When

DATES

Thursday, July 17, 2025 3:45pm - 4:45pm

Where

LOCATION

Central Library

Children's Zone, First Floor

4 The Square, Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui 4410

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Fri 4 Jul 10:30am - 11:30am

Animals in Winter @ Central Library

Erin is a local Manawatū author, business owner, scientist, and now a part-time ESOL teacher—and this winter, she is bringing an exciting new session to NZ libraries!

Fri 4 Jul 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Kiriata Reo Māori

Haere mai mō te hupa me te kiriata reo Māori - Puanga is a time to rest and chill out with the whānau.

Sun 6 Jul 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Recycle-A-Device RAD Club

In partnership with Recycle-A-Device (RAD), these monthly sessions are for 13-19yr olds to learn how to refurbish laptops that are then donated to the community.

Mon 7 Jul 11:00am - 12:00pm

Canine Friends Pet Therapy Visit @ Central Library

Come and say hello to our dog pals from Canine Friends Pet Therapy.

Tue 8 Jul 10:00am - 12:00pm

Craft Session: Smurf Land @ Central Library

Create your own mini Smurf Village or little creature habitat with the materials provided.

Tue 8 Jul 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Manu Hāpai Waiata Group

Learning Te Reo Māori through waiata.

Wed 9 Jul 10:00am - 11:30am

FULLY BOOKED - Story Writing for Kids

THIS SESSION IS NOW FULLY BOOKED.

Wed 9 Jul 10:00am - 11:00am

Kōrero Kawhe

Do you need a place to practice speaking te reo Māori? Come along for a kawhe to build your kōrero skills in a relaxed environment.

Wed 9 Jul 6:00pm - 7:00pm

'I’m Not Doing the Job for You or for Anyone!’ Men’s appeals against direction into employment, 1942-45’

Scholars and Soup: Join us for a bowl of hot soup and a presentation by historian David Littlewood.

Thu 10 Jul 10:00am - 11:30am

Like Minds: Explore Robotics

A session for neurodivergent kids and their caregivers to socialize and explore library robotics.