Jumping Jellybeans @ Central

Our Cultures, Our Stories is a project by The Manawatū Multicultural Council where children have been encouraged to write in their first languages.

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

Learning Te Reo Māori through waiata.

Want to contribute to heritage craft projects? Please join us for drop-in crafting sessions on the Second Floor of the Central Library.

New Zealanders on the Somme: September 1916, the heaviest casualty list of any battle.

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

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.

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.

In recent years, Rangitāne pūrākau have been at the heart of co-designed, built environment projects in the city.

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