Manawatū Community Hub Libraries

14/06/2026

🌟🚀 Explore Matariki and the Wonders of Space These School Holidays🚀🌟

Join Manawatū Community Hub Libraries these July School Holidays for two weeks of free activities that will inspire creativity, learning, storytelling, and hands-on fun.

✨ Create Matariki-inspired crafts
✨ Learn traditional flax weaving and rongoā
✨ Experience Virtual Reality adventures
✨ Enjoy stories with Alan Dingley
✨ Build rocket ships and constellation light jars
✨ Explore the universe through planetarium sessions and rover driving workshops
✨ Plus much more.

📅 Monday 6th – Friday 17th

⚠️ Some activities have limited spaces and require bookings or registration. Age restrictions apply to selected workshops.

✨ Matariki Public Holiday (Friday 10th): Te Āhuru Mōwai will be unstaffed with Open Plus access only. No holiday programme activities are scheduled on this day.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Children under 8 years of age must be actively supervised and remain in view of a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older.

📖 Visit our website for full programme details, booking information, and registration links: https://www.mchl.co.nz/whats-on/school-holiday-programmes

📱 Follow our page for updates and reminders throughout the holidays.
Facebook event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2102751177784361/?

We can't wait to celebrate Matariki, explore the stars, and make memories with you these school holidays.✨

13/06/2026

✨What’s On at MCHL for the week of: 15 - 21 June 2026. ✨

There are a range of weekly activities, workshops, services, and groups. Please note some activities or workshops require a booking.

🔗Quick Link to MCHL Event Calendar: https://tinyurl.com/2p4w7ekp

Monday, 15 June
⭐Tiny Geek - TableTots, 10:00am - 11:00am (Under 5's)
⭐Tech , 10:00am - 11:00am
⭐From The Heart: Family Education & Wellbeing Mentor, 10:45am - 11:45am
⭐Adventurers Guild - Heroquest, 3:30pm - 4:30pm (booked out)
⭐Paws for Reading, 3:30pm - 4:30pm (bookings available)
To register email [email protected] or give us a ring on 06 323 5373.

Tuesday, 16 June (10am Open)
⭐Feilding Creative Fibre Showcase, 11:30am - 2:30pm
⭐Slow Stitch, 10:00am - 1:00pm
⭐Justice of the Peace, 11:30am - 1:30pm
⭐Crafternoons, 3:30pm - 4:15pm (booked out)
⭐Craft Lab, 3:30pm - 4:30pm (8+)

Wednesday, 17 June
⭐Tech , 10:00am - 11:00am
⭐Brightsparks, 10:00am - 11:00am
⭐Have a Yarn, 10:00am - 12:00pm
⭐Feilding Branch of the NZ Society of Genealogists, 10:00am - 12:00pm
⭐Free Legal Advice, 10:00am - 12:00pm
⭐Free Heart Health Checks, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Thursday, 18June
⭐Between the Lines Colouring Group, 10:00am - 12:00pm
⭐Mahjong for Beginners, 1:00pm - 3:00pm (booked out)
⭐Lego Club, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Friday, 19 June
⭐Cuppa & Connection, 10:00am - 11:00am
⭐Storytime, 10:00am - 10:30am (children's area of the library)
⭐Hato Hone St John Drop In Session, 10:00am - 12:00pm
⭐Justice of the Peace, 11:30am - 1:30pm
⭐Feilding Writers' Group, 10:30am - 12:30pm
⭐Coding Club, 3:30pm - 4:30pm (spaces available - 12+)
https://mdc.jonasleisure.com.au/Course/Enrol/1/126/190

Saturday, 13 June
⭐Staffed hours: 9:30am - 4pm

12/06/2026

Browse, borrow, and read eNewspapers and eMagazines anytime, anywhere with BorrowBox.

Enjoy instant access to our collection of digital magazines and newspapers on your phone, tablet, or computer. Whether you are catching up on the latest news, exploring your favourite hobbies, or discovering something new, it's all available at your fingertips.

📲 Download the BorrowBox app or visit our website to get started. Free access with your MCHL Membership and pin/password.

👉📗 For more info visit: https://www.mchl.co.nz/digital-library/borrowbox

12/06/2026

Should Local Decisions Stay Local?

We want to hear your thoughts on local decision-making and community involvement. Share your perspective and help shape the discussion.

📝 Submission forms are available near the MCHL front desk.

Your voice matters, join the conversation today!

You! Yes, you! 🫵 Take a minute this weekend and have your say. 💬

Over the past couple weeks, we've heard from communities across the District about local government reform and possible amalgamation.

Whether you support change, oppose it, or are still making up your mind, we want to hear from you.

Learn more and make your submission before Thursday 18 June: https://makeyourmark.manawatudc.govt.nz/localgovernmentreform

Because, the conversation starts with you.

11/06/2026

Join in the fun with the MCHL Makerspace Showcase Sticker Rally this Saturday!

Can you find all 5 stickers? 👀

Explore the Makerspace Showcase and collect stickers from around the venue. Some stickers are held by stallholders, so be sure to stop and chat.

⭐ Find all 5 stickers and return to the MCHL stall (where you started) to claim your prize!

While you are there create your own free badge to take home or Etch a Glass ($5 per glass).

📅 Saturday 13 June 2026
⏰ 10:00am–1:00pm
📍 Te Āhuru Mōwai, 64 Stafford Street, Feilding

✨ What to expect:
• Live demonstrations
• Creative displays
• Meet local makers
• Locally made items available to purchase
• Inspiration for your own projects
• Family-friendly fun for all ages

🎉 Free entry🎉

👉Event details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1699895117841559

10/06/2026

🎨 Make your own FREE badge at the MCHL Makerspace Showcase this Saturday!!

Drop in, get creative, and design a badge to take home while exploring the Makerspace Showcase.

📅 Saturday 13 June 2026
⏰ 10am–1pm
📍 Te Āhuru Mōwai, 64 Stafford Street, Feilding
👉Event details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1699895117841559

✨ What to expect:
• Live demonstrations
• Creative displays
• Meet local makers
• Locally made items available to purchase
• Inspiration for your own projects
• Family-friendly fun for all ages

Free entry 🎉Local creativity on display

10/06/2026

Take a look at what Deanna Gunn, Makerspace Specialist has been up to! She has been carefully repairing a pot lid for the Feilding Repair CAFE.

It’s a great example of practical repair skills in action, helping give everyday household items a second life and keeping useful things out of landfill. Small fixes like this make a real difference in supporting a more sustainable community.

For more information on the Makerspace and to book in visit:
https://www.mchl.co.nz/makerspace

09/06/2026

🎉 Create Your Own Personalised Glass for Just $5 at the MCHL Makerspace Showcase this Saturday.🎉

Looking for a fun, creative activity? Come along to the first-ever MCHL Makerspace Showcase and design your very own etched glass for only $5! Choose from a range of designs and personalise it with your name or even an image to create a unique keepsake or gift.

📅 Saturday 13 June 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 1:00pm
📍 Te Āhuru Mōwai, 64 Stafford Street, Feilding
💚 Free entry – everyone welcome!

👉 Event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1699895117841559

✨ Explore the Makerspace
For this special event, the Makerspace will be open for visitors to look around and discover the equipment available to the community. If you have ever wondered what tools, technology, and creative opportunities the space offers, this is the perfect chance to have a look and chat.

⚠️ Please note: There will be no Makerspace equipment bookings available on Saturday 13 June while the showcase is taking place until 1:00pm.

✨ Also enjoy:
• Live demonstrations
• Creative displays
• Meet local makers
• Locally made items available to purchase
• Inspiration for your own projects
• Family-friendly fun for all ages

Come celebrate a year of creativity, innovation, and making in our community!

08/06/2026

🎉 Come and Play with Us! 🎉 Join Sport Manawatū - Feilding and Surrounds and the MCHL team as we celebrate the International Day of Play and the important role play has in supporting hauora, wellbeing, connection, and fun for all ages.

🤸 International Day of Play
📅 Thursday 11 June
⏰ 9.30am – 11.00am
📍 Manawatū Community Hub Libraries, Te Āhuru Mōwai
64 Stafford Street, Feilding

What’s on?
🎲 Games and activities
🖐️ Sensory play experiences
🎵 Music and movement
✨ Plenty of opportunities to play, explore, and connect

Bring the whānau along and enjoy:
👧 Fun for tamariki of all ages
📚 Ideas and resources to inspire play at home
💬 Friendly kōrero about building active, playful families

👉 Event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1662843501652909

08/06/2026

🗣️ Our June bi-monthly Check It Out newsletter is out now. Pick up a copy from the Te Āhuru Mōwai or check your inbox if you are subscribed.

📥 Download current and past issues in PDF format:
https://www.mchl.co.nz/your-mchl/check-it-out-newsletter/_nocache

Inside this issue:

📍 Makerspace Showcase (this Saturday!)
🏠 Learn about convenient services like Homelink
🎬 Free movies with Beamafilm
📚 Annual Book Sale bargains
✨ Matariki celebrations
🚶 New Pop-Up Matariki StoryWalk®
💡 Youth Market showcasing young entrepreneurs
🔎 Murder Mystery event

There's something for everyone, check it out and see what's happening.