Wild Play @ Central Library

Inspired by the NZCYA finalist title 'Play Wild' by Rachel Clare - try your hand at exploring and playing with a range of nature pieces. Use your imagination to play a game, make up a story or create an art piece.

All ages

When

DATES

Monday, June 30, 2025 10:00am - 1:00pm

Where

LOCATION

Central Library

Children's Zone, First Floor

4 The Square, Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui 4410

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Fri 13 Jun 9:00am - 1:00pm

Sensory Play Station

Welcome to our sensory play time.

Fri 13 Jun 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Book Launch: Firestarter Press Pocket Book No. 8

Firestarter Press, Bruce McKenzie Booksellers and Palmy City Library cordially invite you to enjoy A Nice Bee Salad at the launch of Firestarter's pocketbook no.

Sat 14 Jun 10:00am - 12:00pm

127th Philippines Independence Day Programme

Join the Philippines Central Association in celebrating the 127th Philippines Independence Day!

Mon 16 Jun 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Wall Walk - Short Talks: What's a Māori vote worth?

Despite a recent law change, Māori voter turnout is still relatively low.

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.