Our Story: MMC English Class Presentation

Manawatū Multicultural Council English Class students have been developing their own pieces of writing to share to a wider audience. Join us as we support and celebrate their work.

What's on at Central Library

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Hiroshima Social Tile 4x3
Tue 19 Aug

Remembering for peace: 80 years on from the atomic bomb

In August 1945, two atomic bombs devastated Hiroshima and Nagasaki — killing hundreds of thousands of people, destroying the cities, and leaving decades of suffering in their wake.

Pop Up Open Play
Tue 19 Aug 9:00am - 12:00pm

Pop Up Open Play

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

Waiata
Tue 19 Aug 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Manu Hāpai Waiata Group

Learning Te Reo Māori through waiata.

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Tue 19 Aug 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Operation Wrapped in Remembrance Crafting Group

Would you like to knit, weave or crochet for a veteran? In acknowledgment of 2025 being 80 years since the end of World War Two, 75 years since the beginning of the Korean War, 65 years since the end of the Malay Emergency and 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War, we invite you to knit, weave or crochet a scarf for a veteran.

Richard Beasley 4x3
Tue 19 Aug 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Royal Society Presents: 2024 Rutherford Medal winner Professor Richard Beasley CNZM

Should fever be treated? What is the optimal amount of oxygen for critically ill patients? Are party pills safe, and do they affect driving performance? Does smoking cannabis cause lung cancer? Is sitting for long periods at work or during recreation a risk factor for blood clots? Should preservatives be included in asthma nebuliser solutions? Is ‘watchful waiting’ preferable to surgery for a collapsed lung? What are the underlying disease processes of asthma? What was the cause of the epidemic of asthma deaths in New Zealand? Are adult asthma treatments suitable for children?

Hiroshima Social Tile 4x3
Wed 20 Aug

Remembering for peace: 80 years on from the atomic bomb

In August 1945, two atomic bombs devastated Hiroshima and Nagasaki — killing hundreds of thousands of people, destroying the cities, and leaving decades of suffering in their wake.

Jumping Jellybeans
Wed 20 Aug 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.

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Wed 20 Aug 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.

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Wed 20 Aug 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.

Standing Tall
Wed 20 Aug 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Book Launch: Standing Tall by Barbara Jordan

Join us for the launch of Standing Tall: A Survivor’s Journey Through Trauma and Healing by Barbara Jordan.

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