‘Nostalgic Domestic Spaces: Historic house museums here and elsewhere’

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

Image: Creamer, E. (1981). Recreated living room in 'Totaranui', [Photograph]. [Manawatū Heritage]

When

DATES

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Where

LOCATION

Central Library

Mezzanine Floor

4 The Square, Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui 4410

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Tue 17 Jun 9:00am - 12:00pm

Pop Up Open Play

Come and play with our interactive kit in our First Floor Parenting area.

Tue 17 Jun 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Manu Hāpai Waiata Group

Learning Te Reo Māori through waiata.

Wed 18 Jun 10:00am - 11:00am

Jumping Jellybeans @ Central

Come along and pack in as much fun as you can in our free sessions of stories, songs, activities and crafts! No booking required.

Wed 18 Jun 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 18 Jun 10:30am - 2:00pm

Drop-in session with Age Concern

Come and meet the Senior Safety and Support Team from Age Concern.

Wed 18 Jun 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Reading Unleashed @ Central Library

Would your school age child like to read to one of our cute and friendly Canine Friends dogs? These dogs are super friendly, well behaved and have lovely handlers to help guide your child's session.

Wed 18 Jun 3:15pm - 4:45pm

Relax - With Board Games, Art and Apps

A weekly session to drop in, play and relax with.

Wed 18 Jun 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Story Citadel

Do you know a 9-14yr old that might like to try role play games such as Dungeons and Dragons or Escape Room scenarios? Are they not sure where to start or need a bit of extra support before they try joining in a bigger group? Or perhaps they are keen to create their own group but need to know the basics?

Thu 19 Jun 10:00am - 10:45am

Baby Bop

Join us for a fun session designed for baby's brain development through nursery rhymes, activities, songs and having FUN.

Thu 19 Jun 3:45pm - 4:45pm

LibLab - It's Mine!

It's Mine! No it's MINE! Let's get CRAFTY!