The Daily Post What's On events guide

Thursday, June 23: Martin Riseley and Diedre Irons - Chamber musicians perform a programme of works by Beethoven, Mozart, Bartok, Bebern and a commissioned work by Stephan Prock. From 7.30pm at Rotorua Convention Centre. Tickets $30 on the door. Call 0800 836 837.

Thursday, June 23: A Nightshelter in Rotorua? Corie Haddock, from Lifewise in Auckland, will talk to Rotorua people about his experience helping the homeless. From noon to 1pm at St Luke's Lounge, 1223 Amohia St. Gold coin donation for a light lunch.
Thursday, June 23: Te Amorangi Museum - Rotorua's Heritage Village displays artefacts from the 1920s. Robinson Ave, Holden's Bay. Open 10am to 4pm, $5 for adults and free for under-15s.
Friday, June 24: Neighbours in our community - Understand the challenges of settling into New Zealand life. Migrants talk about their home country, culture and experiences. Join us to listen to Simon, Andea and Fasian from Chile. Tea and coffee provided. From noon to 1pm at Rotorua Arts Village Experience, Hinemaru St.
Friday, June 24: St Luke's Lunchtime Concert - Cellophonics, a group of seven outstanding student cellists and their noted teacher, James Tennant, from the University of Waikato. With soprano Julia Booth. From 12.15-1pm at St Luke's Church. Adults $5, senior citizens $4, students $2.

Friday, June 24: Red Cross Quiz Evening. Doors open at 6.30pm if you would like to bring some tea and enjoy company before the festivites start at 7.30pm. $10 per person or $30 for a team of four. Red Cross Service Centre, corner of Lake Rd and Rangiuru St. $10 per person or $30 per team. Contact Emily McGowan at emily.mcgowan@redcross.org.nz or (07) 348 3738.
Saturday, June 25: Rotorua SPCA Off-site Adoption Day - at St Chads Centre, cnr Devon and Fenton Sts from 9am to 3pm. There are lots of pets needing to be homed.
Saturday, June 25: The Rotorua North Rotary Club charity flea market. Every Saturday, next to the playground in Kuirau Park, from 7am to 1.30pm.

Saturday June 25: Rotorua Entertains Stilt Walking Workshop. The free workshop is for individuals 11 and over without previous experience in Stilt Walking with tutor Julie Voss who has been teaching stilt walking for several years. She will work with you to get you up higher and higher. Stilts and safety gear supplied. The workshop is at RAVE from 1pm - 3pm. For more information or to register, email rotoruaentertains@rdc.govt.nz.
Saturday June 25: Little Shop of Horrors Auditions. Rotorua Musical Theatre presents auditions on Saturday June 25 2011 for their end of year production of Little Shop of Horrors: Broadway Revival Version. A a cast of nine males and female singers are required. Perform two songs of your own choice. Auditions by appointment only. For more information or to obtain an audition form, phone Patricia on 07 345 6794.
Saturday June 25-Sunday June 26: Women's Lifestyle Expo. This year the Expo will feature cooking demonstrations, a demo and seminar zone, a Taste of Your Region area and much more with over 120 sites on offer. From 10am-5pm each day at Rotorua Energy Events Centre. $10 for adults, under 12 free. Contact Renee Murray for more info renee@peacock.co.nz or 06 354 0498.
Sunday, June 26: Ngongotaha Kindergarten Market Day - Pick up a bargain at the Ngongotaha Community Hall from 9am to noon. Entry by gold coin with all funds going to the kindergarten. Tables are available for $20 to sell your own items and keep 100 per cent of your sales. Contact Amber Carr on 027 4760 330 or Leigh Burling on (07) 357 5773.
Sunday, June 26: RATS Winter Duathlon Series - Long-course, short-course and children's races on for the whole family. Each involves a run, bike and run, starting and finishing at the Waipa Carpark. Entries available on the day. Goes from 10am to 1pm at Waipa Village, Waipa State Mill R; $15 non-members, $10 members, $5 children. Contact Alison King on info@rats.org.nz or (07) 348 6199 ext 57048.
Sunday June 26: The Ten Tenors. The Double Platinum World Tour and anniversary album showcase the talent of the group. This show will see audiences left breathless at the vocal prowess of the ten, performing a range of music from Aerosmith's number one hit Don't Want to Miss a Thing to Puccini's evergreen classic Nessun Dorma. From 8pm at Rotorua Civic Theatre. Adults $79.90, Concession and Group Prices Available $74.90. To book call 0800 836 837.
Sunday, June 26: Train Rides on Little Blue at the Ngongotaha Rail Park. Enjoy a train ride, browse around the shop or take a look at the model room; 10am to 3.30pm; $2.
Sunday, June 26: Te Amorangi Museum - Rotorua's Heritage Village displays artefacts from the 1920s. Bring your camera. 43-45 Robinson Ave, Holden's Bay. Open from 10am to 4pm, $5 for adults and free entry for under-15s.
Tuesday June 28: George Andrews: Artist and Sculptor. George's sculpture to Jean Batten, welcomes and farewells visitors at the Rotorua Airport, and in the Government Gardens stands the bust of Camille Malfroy. George Andrews will be speaking in the Education Room at the Rotorua Museum at 5.30pm. Admission Free with Entry. Locals and Under 5s Free.
Tuesday June 28: The Man in Black. The Johnny Cash Story starring Tex Perkins and The Tennessee Four. A celebration of the life and times of one of the most incredible singers, songwriters and entertainers ever to grace the stage. Johnny Cash stood up for the downtrodden, the disenfranchised, the indigenous Americans, the imprisoned and all those who had suffered a raw deal in life. 8pm at Rotorua Civic Theatre. Tickets $69.90-$79.90 from Ticketing 0800 836 837.
Tuesday June 28: The Men's Shed. This new group is gaining in popularity and is getting busier as they create, repair or just have a good chat with a cuppa. The facilities are the starting point of what the group is working towards - a new, brighter and greater space for their hobbies. Every Tuesday and Thursday at Te Amorangi Museum grounds - on the way to the airport. Call in and see how The Men's shed works and join in. Phone Bruce 345 9525 or Allan 345 6884. It's FREE.
Tuesday June 28: Zonta Mid-Winter Christmas. Rotorua Zonta Club for women having fun and fellowship together is having a mid-winter Christmas dinner at Millenium Hotel. Dinner is $22. Come at 6pm for a 6.30pm start. New members welcome. Contact Julia Charity on 345 3987 by Monday June 27 to register.
Wednesday June 29 - Friday July 1: Rhapsody Rotorua. Rhapsody Rotorua is the foremost International Schools Music Festival in New Zealand. With hundreds of participants it offers three days of full on music involvement. Bands, orchestras, choirs, ensembles, percussion groups, jazz groups, stage bands, guitar ensembles, bell ringers and whatever type of performing art. All gather to participate in concert performances, adjudication, tutoring, clinics, master classes, workshops and play-outs. From 7:30pm - 10pm at Rotorua Convention Centre. Free tickets from Ticket Master.
Wednesday June 29: Quiz Night. Enjoy Rotorua's only multimedia quiz night. With great giveaways and bar tabs to be won, get your teams together (no limits on team numbers) and join us for a fun filled free quiz. General knowledge is the key - with categories like food, geography, old and new, 50/50, brainteasers and many more. A new quiz every Wednesday from 6.30pm - 10pm at Seismic Gastrobar.
Thursday June 30: The Men's Shed. This new group is gaining in popularity and is getting busier as they create, repair or just have a good chat with a cuppa. The facilities are the starting point of what the group is working towards - a new, brighter and greater space for their hobbies. Every Tuesday and Thursday at Te Amorangi Museum grounds - on the way to the airport. Call in and see how The Men's Shed works and join in. Phone Bruce 345 9525 or Allan 345 6884. It's FREE.
Saturday July 2: Maori Language Pronunciation. This is a fun-filled 6-hour workshop where you will learn to speak Maori words correctly using music and puppets. Get over your embarrassment, and embrace speaking Maori during this years Maori Language Week. Useful for migrants and newcomers, those working in customer services, tourism, health, education and government sector. Learn to pronounce Maori words, use Maori greetings, say local names of streets, lakes, mountains and people. From 9am - 3pm at Rotorua Arts Village, 1240 Hinemaru St. Costs $25 and includes lunch. Numbers limited and registration is essential. Contact Heather McAllister on ssnzrotorua@rdc.govt.nz or 07 3500 533 or 027 491 3167

Saturday July 2: Bye Bye Mai Mai - End of Game Bird Season Party. come and celebrate the end of the hunting season with a BANG! dine on a mouth-watering 5 course game bird degustation menu with a range of Esk Valley wines to match each course plus a competition. There are only limited numbers available for bookings so get in touch with Mokoia restaurant on 07 343 5100 or at info@waioraresort.co.nz. Enter the competitions by contacting Jenha White: jenha@waioragroup.co.nz or on 07 345 4117. Cost $95 per person.
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