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Things to do this weekend

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24 Aug, 2018 05:00 PM3 mins to read

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The Bay City Rollers take to the skating ring as part of a number of events this weekend. Photo / File

The Bay City Rollers take to the skating ring as part of a number of events this weekend. Photo / File

Hawke's Bay has plenty of activities and events for people of all ages to enjoy. We list eight of the best on this weekend.

1. Daffodil Day Rally for Cancer
This event is into its second year and encourages branches of the Vintage Car Club of New Zealand (VCC) to organise
events with the aim of raising money for the Cancer Society of New Zealand. Come along and see a display of historic vehicles, hot rods and motor cycles on Marine Parade. There will be a $2 sausage sizzle.
National Aquarium of New Zealand carpark, Marine Parade, Napier. Tomorrow, 12.30pm to 2pm.
For more information visit: http://vcc.org.nz/daffodil-rally-cancer/

2. Hawkes Bay Con 2018
The board games are coming back to Hawke's Bay in the last weekend of August. A large gaming library will be available at the venue, alongside several casual and competitive tournaments, spot prizes, raffles and stalls.
Taradale Intermediate, 6 Murphy Rd, Taradale. Today and tomorrow, 10am.
For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/hawkes-bay-con-2018/napier

3. Bay City Rollers
This is an action packed afternoon with fast paced skating. If you have ever been keen to see what roller derby is all about this is the chance to see the Bay City Rollers in action. $5 for adults and a gold coin donation for children. Cash only sales.
Rodney Green Centennial Events Centre, McLean Park, Latham St, Napier. Today, 1pm to 8pm.
For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/bay-city-rollers/napier

4. Julie Lamb Outfit
HB Latin Dance Club are proud to present the Julie Lamb Outfit. An Indian buffet dinner option is also available at 7pm provided by Indigo.
Hawkes Bay Latin Dance Club, 39 Marine Parade, Napier. Today, 6pm to 1am.
For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/julie-lamb-outfit/napier

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5. The Ossian Street Vintage Market
This market specialises in vintage treasures and collectables.
F.G Smith Eatery, 9A Ossian St, Ahuriri, Napier. Tomorrow, 8am to 2pm.
For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/the-ossian-street-vintage-market2/napier

6. Dave Boston, John Redman & Friends
Dave Boston has returned invigorated from a trip to the Django Reinhardt Festival in Fontainebleau to play French tunes and standards with Graeme Coumbe bass and Matt Mear trumpet, at Hawke's Bay Jazz Club.
Napier Sailing Club, 63 West Quay, Ahuriri, Napier. Tomorrow, 5.30pm to 8.15pm.
For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/dave-boston-john-redman-friends/napier

7. An Evening with Millton Wines - Bistronomy Winemaker Series
Enjoy an exclusive evening with James Beck and iconic wine maker James Millton showcasing what makes the East Coast of New Zealand so special as a wine and food destination.
Be part of a five-course exploration of the symbiosis of food and wine, with a personal explanation from the restaurateur and winemaker, all set in the heart of Napier at Bistronomy.
Bistronomy, 40 Hastings St, Napier. Tomorrow, 6.30pm to 10pm.
For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/an-evening-with-millton-wines-bistronomy-winemaker-series/napier

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8. Shakespeare As We Like It!
The Hawke Bay's newest choir, Octavius, will be joined by musicians Barry Brinson (jazz piano), Dana Parkhill (flute) and Rosemary Severenson (double bass), local actors and Iona College students to present a feast for the eyes and ears.
Blyth Performing Arts Centre, 42 Lucknow Rd, Havelock North. Tomorrow, 7.30pm to 9.45pm.
For more information visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2018/shakespeare-as-we-like-it/havelock-north

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