MMC: A Brief Introduction
For over three decades, Manawatลซ Multicultural Council (MMC) has stood as a beacon of inclusivity, unity, and cultural celebration in Palmerston North and Manawatลซ areas. Nestled within the heart of our vibrant community, we have been privileged to serve as a home away from home for individuals from diverse backgrounds, proudly embracing the rich tapestry of cultures that define us.
MMC remains steadfast in our commitment to fostering understanding, respect, and harmony among all members of our community. Our centre has served as a gathering place where traditions are honored, languages are spoken, and friendships are forged across cultural boundaries.
Two Months in Review: July-August Highlights
September 2024
Wishing you all health and happiness!
A warm welcome to all of you to another instalment of Ethnigram for the year 2024. I feel humbled and privileged that I have the honour of being the President for MMC for another term, along with our Board members, who also have been re-elected and we will continue serving you to the best of our abilities. We would like to thank you all for your support and confidence in us, we could not do it without you.
We at MMC have been busy with preparations for our AGM, with our staff and Board members working hard, preparing MMC annual reports and administrative documents. The month of July was as usual busy with our regular weekly classes (English, Tai Chi, Yoga, Mind and Body) and in addition, we celebrated Happy Families and Poipoia Te Pitomata (in collaboration with St John). We had Multicultural Pop-up Play, in collaboration with PNCC and Global Parent Support, who also helped us with Global Market and Kids Market, where our young entrepreneurs get to hone their business skills. The month came to a glorious end with a sumptuous potluck dinner, featuring mouth-watering delicacies from Korea. The month of August flew by with preparations for our AGM, our staff and Board members working hard, preparing MMC annual reports and administrative documents for presentations.
This month has also been busy with organizing for the โSongs and Praisesโ event, which we are all very excited about and we are all looking forward to an awesome afternoon. We look forward to the last quarter of this year, with many more such events that aim to unite all our communities, bring joy while educating and entertaining and creating a safe, all-inclusive and thriving global community.
I would like to thank all our sponsors, funding agencies and donors for your generous contributions and continued support. It is our privilege to be part of this beautiful community and I truly believe that us working together, with love and charity in our hearts, can help us build a better world.
Ranjita Sengupta | MMC President
MMC News & Events
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Learn MoreSuperGold Card Parking Permit
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MMC Catch Up Club: End of Year FUN!
After-School Fun with MMC Catch Up Club!The MMC Catch Up Club celebrated the end of the year with a fun Christmas party on December 19, 2024! If you'd like your child to join this year, contact us, anโฆ
Community News & Events
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Learn MoreFuture Living Skills Workshop
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Organised by: Environment Network Manawatลซ
Practical hands-on 8 workshop series to learn ways to live more healthily, sustainably, and maybe even save some money!
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Family Fun Day
Family Fun Day organised by HOW2
Saturday, 18 January 2025
10:00am - 3:00pm
Memorial Park, Main Street, Palmerston North
Register Now! Contact Hanadi
email: hanadi@how.kiwi
phone: 0212768778
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Basic Sewing Workshop: 11-16 Years Old
FREE Sewing Workshop for 11-16 Year Olds!
Dates: Thursday, 16 & 23 January 2025
Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm
Venue: Hancock Community House, 77-85 King Street, Palmerston North
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Digits Palmerston North: Chromebooks!
At Digits Manawatลซ, our mission is to enable digital access to our whฤnau within the Manawatลซ. Our goal is to empower our community by providing the tools and resources they need to navigate the digitโฆ