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YOUTH WEEK
INVITATION | MULTICULTURAL POTLUCK DINNER
Date: May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Time: 6:00 PM
Join us in celebrating Youth Week at our Multicultural Potluck Dinner! Indulge in a delightful evening filled with:
- Mouthwatering dishes from various cultures
- Fun-filled youth-themed games
- Building new connections and networks
JOIN OUR FREE CLASSES!
Join Our FREE Classes! 
All Are Welcome! 
Unlock new opportunities, make friends, and expand your horizons!
Hancock Community House (MMC room), 77 - 85 King Street, Palmerston North
For more information: E-mail us at admin@mmcnz.org.nz or ring us at 06 358 1572
MIND & BODY CLASS
Every Fridays
6:15PM - 7PM Hancock Community House (MMC room), 77 - 85 King Street, Palmerston North
KIDS MARKET (APRIL 2024)
Yesterday, MMC joined forces once again with Global Parents Support to host yet another fantastic Kids Market! On behalf of both organizations, we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the parents and children for their enthusiastic participation. It was an absolute joy to see all the smiling faces and creative energy throughout the day.
Thank you to everyone who attended and visited our market - we hope you had as much fun as we did that that you found some wonderful treasures created/brought by the talented kids. We canโt wait to welcome you back to another Kids Market next school holidays! Lastly, we would like thank Te Manawa Museum for their accommodation, collaboration, and support. Please keep an eye out on our page for the registration of the next Kids Market!
KNIT LIKE A NINJA!
12th May (Sunday) | 1 pm - 3 pm 16th May (Thursday) | 3:45 pm - 5:45 pm Mezzanine Floor, Palmerston North City Library
MULTICULTURAL POTLUCK DINNER | THAI
Just last week, MMC teamed up with the Thai Community to co-host the April Potluck Dinner. We had a delicious feast, with many guests bringing cuisines that highlight each of their traditional delicacies. Adding to the merriment were two captivating Thai dance performances as well as a delightful play put on by one of MMCโs talented English teachers and students.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Thai Community for their amazing collaboration, the Thai dance performers, as well as Shubangi and her team of students for the wonderful performance. Last but not least, thank you to Youth Space for accommodating us so wonderfully, as always.
See you all at the next event!
INDIAN HIGH COMMISSIONER VISIT
On April 24th, we were honoured to welcome the Indian High Commissioner, Neeta Bhushan, to MMC. This special occasion provided a wonderful opportunity to delve into the rich cultural and diplomatic connections between India and New Zealand. Thank you to everyone who joined us and had the chance to engage with Her Excellency. Together, we celebrated diversity and deepened community ties.
ANZAC DAY
On Anzac Day - 25 April 2024, MMC President Ranjita and MMC Vice-President Karimee honoured ANZAC Day at The Square by laying a wreath in remembrance. We'd like to extend our sincere thanks to Kathleen, our volunteer, for her dedicated time in making the wreath for this year's ceremony.
INVITATION | YOUR RIGHTS AT WORK WORKSHOP
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Don't miss out on this invaluable opportunity to equip yourself with essential knowledge and resources for your professional journey. See you there!
INVITATION | MULTICULTURAL PLAYGROUP & LIFETALKS
Come along, meet, and connect with other children and parents from our diverse multicultural communities.
Every Mondays (during TERM time)
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Hancock Community House, 77-85 King Street, Palmerston North
INVITATION | MAY MUSIC MONTH
Join us as Palmy celebrates NZ Music Month with over 50 free gigs showcasing homegrown talent throughout the CBD in May. This initiative, organised by Palmy BID, aims to honour local musicians while inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of live music in key locations across the city.
INTRODUCTION TO CARE & SUPPORT WORK
PLANNING PALMY EXPO
"Come find out more about what Council does, find out about upcoming work, and ask your questions to staff and elected members. Weโd love to see you at the Planning Palmerston North Expo on Saturday 20 April 10am-1pm at the Conference and Function Centre on Main Street. Weโll have staff and our elected members able to answer any and all questions about what Council does and our projects. We'll also have recycling trucks that the kids can sit in, a digger, water pipes and lots of other activities that will keep the kids entertained while you have a chat!
Your feedback on upcoming water, transport, waste, housing and growth projects as part of our Long Term Plan is important to us - so weโll be all ears!
Find out more about proposed community facilities, our Future Growth strategy, and a review of the rating system too.
This event is FREE. We canโt wait to see you!
Council's Long Term Plan consultation will run from Monday 8 April to 9 May. Have your say at www.pncc.govt.nz/ltp" - Palmerston North City Council
COMMUNITY GARDEN GALORE
Global Parents Support is organizing a holiday programme: Community Garden Galore for aged 9-15 students.
Online registration:
https://forms.gle/PwoGnfhK81A811Tp7
11 am - 12:30 pm
Te Patikitiki Library, Palmerston North
GLOBAL LUNCH TASTING
Global Parents Support is looking for families with school age children to join the Global Lunch Tasting event. Would you like to taste different cultural lunches with your school age children?
Online registration:
https://forms.gle/mWoxrK2VdrNgGLRf7
C'MON PALMY, LET'S PLAY!
FREE Outdoor activities during School Holidays! Open to all ages!
15 April 2024 (MONDAY) Savage Crescent Park 16 April 2024 (TUESDAY)11:00 am - 1:00 pm Ahimate reserve 19 April 2024 (FRIDAY)11:00 am - 1:00 pm Railway Land, Basketball Court OpeningKeep an eye on Palmerston North City Council for updates.
VOLUNTEER GET TOGETHER
We had an amazing afternoon yesterday, celebrating our volunteers! Weโd like to express our sincere thanks to all who came out to the Volunteer Get Together. We are incredibly grateful for your dedication and hard work. It was an awesome event celebrating your contributions and connect with fellow volunteers at MMC. Our staff shared information on who we are, what we do, and volunteering opportunities from different aspects of our organization: administrative, regular classes and activities, events and programmes, as well as community connector. Weโd like to once again thank each and every one of our volunteers for your commitment to making a difference in our community. Your efforts are truly appreciated, and we feel very fortunate to have such amazing individuals on our team. Letโs keep the volunteer spirit alive and continue making a positive impact together!
If you are interested to volunteer with MMC, please contact us on info@mmcnz.org.nz or call us on (06) 358 1572. Plenty of volunteering opportunities available!
