Our Community's Backbone: Building a Sustainable Future

Adults • Seniors
Workshops, Conferences & Classes • Public Talks & Tours

Speaker: Rennie Williamson, Communications Lead, Environment Network Manawatū.

We are the environment hub for the Manawatū region, providing sector leadership, building capacity and capability, and creating community. Volunteers play a vital role within Environment Network Manawatū (ENM). They are the backbone of everything we do, supporting the work of our 65 member groups. Let’s celebrate the incredible contributions of these volunteers, discuss what draws people to environmental volunteering, and address the challenges we are facing.

Part of the U3A Autumn 2025 Seminar series - Making a Difference: The Power of Volunteering in the Manawatū.

What's on at Central Library

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Pop Up Open Play
Tue 13 May 9:00am - 12:00pm

Pop Up Open Play

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

Waiata
Tue 13 May 12:00pm - 12:30pm

Manu Hāpai Waiata Group

Learning Te Reo Māori through waiata.

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Tue 13 May 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Forest & Bird Presents: The ecology of Te Ahu a Turanga, Manawatu-Tararua Highway

The Te Ahu a Turanga project stretches 11.

Jumping Jellybeans
Wed 14 May 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 14 May 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 14 May 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Our Community's Backbone: Building a Sustainable Future

Speaker: Rennie Williamson, Communications Lead, Environment Network Manawatū.

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Wed 14 May 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.

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Wed 14 May 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?

Baby Bop A
Thu 15 May 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.

Lib Lab 6
Thu 15 May 3:45pm - 4:45pm

LibLab - Copy Cat

Copy Cat

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