Celebrate 'Love MCHL' With Us

February is Library Lovers' Month, a time to celebrate libraries and the essential services they provide to communities. This year, Manawatū Community Hub Libraries is inviting everyone to join in the celebration with a special ‘Love MCHL’ campaign, featuring, promotions, and activities throughout the month.

MCHL is more than just a place to borrow books; it’s a community hub where people come together to learn, grow, and connect. With its variety of programmes, services, bookable spaces, makerspace, and café for both children and adults, MCHL firmly establishes itself as a community asset.

This February, MCHL is hosting a variety of exciting activities and promotions for all ages.

Here’s how you can get involved:

1. Grab Your ‘Love MCHL’ Bookmark & Share Your Ideas

Pick up a special Love MCHL bookmarks during your visit to the library. While you're here, don’t forget to drop by the MCHL Suggestion Box and share your thoughts and ideas for new activities, services, or resources you'd love to see at your community hub in the future.

2. Painted Rock Hunt

Painted rocks will be hidden throughout the local area, and when you find one, you can claim it for a special prize. Keep an eye out for new rocks being released weekly throughout February. Follow us on MCHL Facebook page for clues and updates.

3. Read and Rehide Books – Share the Love of Reading

Join us in spreading the joy of reading with our Read and Rehide Books. Specially placed books will be hidden in locations around the district. When you find one, read and take it home or rehide it for someone else to find and enjoy. It’s a fun way to share the gift of reading while connecting with others in our community.

4. Bookface Competition

Use a book with an interesting feature to create a fun and imaginative photo, where the book interacts with your face or body. Whether it’s a clever twist, a funny pose, or an unexpected crossover, we want to see your best Bookface photo. Share your photo with us for a chance to win.

Why Participate?

‘Love MCHL’ is a great way to come together as a community and celebrate the importance of community hubs in fostering literacy, education, and connection. Whether you're finding painted rocks, creating your own Bookface, or enjoying a hidden book, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Stay Connected

Don’t forget to stay up to date with all the exciting activities by following us on Facebook. We’ll be posting regular updates, clues, and reminders so you can join in on the fun.