Lantern workshops
Get ready to explore our great city.
There is loads to see and do in the coming weeks. If performances, a bit of history, family fun or a good nose around a market sounds good to you, check out below where you need to be. For more information, pop in to the i-SITE on The Square and ask one of the friendly team members for assistance.
Also, you can go online and read up on ManawatuNZ.co.nz/whats-on for more information.
■ As it is the Year of the Rat, get ready for some public lantern-making workshops with REACT which will lead to the Lantern Parade on February 29. All materials will be provided, and this event is suitable for all ages. Head along to 106 King St over the next few weeks for one of the free workshops. You have the choice of Tuesday, February 18 from 3pm-8pm, or Saturday, February 22 and Sunday, February 23 from 11am-4pm. Get ready for a creative and exciting experience.
■ Get along to The Globe Theatre on Wednesday, February 19 to see Delaney Davidson at 7.30pm, a distinctive figure in the NZ musical landscape. Over a series of albums and compelling live performances he has presented his often jarring yet beautiful songs like Some Strange Spook Outlaw Phantom. Get your tickets from The Globe Theatre.
■ Yet another famous “Eat Up Cookery” vegetarian class is being held at St Peter’s College, 6pm, Thursday, February 20. You will be shown new ways to include more meatless meals in your life in easy, affordable ways. All the recipes are made from scratch and use minimally processed ingredients, and no sugar. Get your tickets from https://www.eat-up.co.nz/
■ Is history your thing? Make your way to the Palmerston North Library on Thursday, February 20 at 12pm to listen to “NZ’s Involvement In the Boer War 1899-1902” for the 120th anniversary of the Boer War.
What caused the conflict and why was New Zealand involved? Can we see any similarities between the Boer War and the New Zealand Land Wars? Were there any lessons for what followed in Vietnam or Afghanistan? The presenter is retired Lt. Col Bryan Wells. Entry is $3 donated to the Royal Engineers Charitable Trust.
■ An exciting new night market has come to Palmerston North on George St. “Friday Night Market” will be held tomorrow, February 14 until the beginning of April from 5pm-8pm.
Come and chill out and stroll under wide verandas on one of Palmerston North’s beautiful historic streets. Window shop, chat to stall holders, or listen to live music while you have your portrait drawn, then treat yourself to a meal at one of George St’s cafes and restaurants. Sellers who wish to join in can contact Judie on 0277758343.
■ Movies in Parks is a series of free family movie nights in seven neighbourhoods throughout summer. Head down to the International Pacific College (IPU) on Friday, February 21 from 7pm to watch How to Train Your Dragon — The Hidden World.
While you’re there, find out about community and council initiatives in your neighbourhood. There will be plenty for the kids to do with big jenga, connect four, skipping ropes and a bunch of other activities.
This is an outdoor movie but in case of bad weather the movie will move inside to the IPU Recreation Centre — check the PNCC Facebook page for updates.
■ The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission sharing the best cycling short films from around the world with you. Join in at The Globe Theatre, on Friday, February 21 at 7pm for an evening of action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration.
The evening is unashamedly and utterly designed and devised for the twowheel devotee.
Get your tickets from www. trybooking.com/ or on the night at The Globe Theatre.
■ The Vodafone New Zealand Warriors take on the Melbourne Storm right in the heart of the mighty Manawatu¯ on Saturday, February 22 at 2pm at the Central Energy Trust Arena. To purchase a VIP package or for more information please call (06) 356 1505.
■ Join in for this year’s Free Awapuni Wha¯ nau Welbeing day at the Rangia¯ tane Marae at 140-148 Maxwell’s Line, Saturday, February 22 from 10am-2pm. This is an annual community celebration of Awapuni. You can walk to the marae, so get together with your neighbours and enjoy a free day of fun. Free entertainment on stage and on the field, family games and much, much more.