AGE CONCERN
What: CarFit - Helping Senior Drivers Find their Safest Fit. 20 minute checks & guidance in your car.
When: morning of Wednesday, March 2.
Details: Vaccine Pass event. To book free 20 minute check & for venue, call Age Concern 345 1799.
SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING — BEGINNERS COURSE FOR ADULTS
What: Introduction to dancing, with warm-up and basic steps/formations. Bring soft-soled shoes and bottled water, wear cool, loose-fitting clothing. A fun way to exercise.
When: Beginning Monday, February 21 from 8-9pm for 8 weeks, including a social dance on the final night.
Where: Carlton School Hall, Carlton Ave, Wanganui.
Details: $50 for 8-week course. Vaccine pass required. Contact: glendarroch@dancescottish.org.nz or Tel: 344 1336.
● ON NOW
■ Per Whanganui District Council guidelines and to help ensure a healthy and safe environment for our visitors and staff, the Sarjeant Gallery requires all visitors and contractors to present a valid Covid-19 My Vaccine Pass before scanning in and entering 38 Taupo Quay.
Face coverings continue to be mandatory when visiting the gallery.
A GALLERY & GALLERY 85
What: In A Gallery — Trish Flutey — Bags of Sweet Diversity & La Fiesta — Wonder Women 2020. In Gallery 85 — Teresa Goodin — solo.
When: Wednesday & Thursday 9.30am-3pm, Friday 9.30am-7pm, Saturday & Sunday 9.30am-4pm. Also by appointment, and anytime when the flags are out. Viewing anytime online at agallery.nz.
Where: 85 Glasgow Street Art Centre.
Please note, Vaccine Passports are required for entry to the 85 Glasgow Street Art Centre complex. This includes the galleries, café and common areas.
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Finders: A group exhibition featuring artists using found materials.
When: Till February 20.
Where: The Object Gallery at i-Site, 31 Taupo Quay.
Details: Free. Enquiries 06 349 0506.
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Genuine Article. Annie Mackenzie's post-Tylee Residency exhibition, featuring intricate new woven works inspired by the paintings of Edith Collier and Joanna Margaret Paul, and the Whanganui Woollen Mills.
When: Till May 22.
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay.
Details: Free. Enquiries: 06 349 0506.
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: My Choice February 2022. Each month a member of our community is invited to browse our online collection and select six of their favourite artworks. Each My Choice selection, together with personal responses to the works, will be available to view on the Sarjeant Gallery website for one month at a time. The February 2022 My Choice has been selected by Sarjeant Gallery Administrative Assistant Hannah Houshangi and is available to view until February 28.
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Pattillo Project: Andrea Gardner – This is the rabbit hole. In 2021 Andrea Gardner was the third recipient of the Pattillo Project. Her photographic work Now I Have Your Attention won the Open Award of the Sarjeant's annual Pattillo Whanganui Arts Review. This is the rabbit hole features a new collection of works that explore self-portraiture through staged photography.
When: February 19 to May 8.
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay.
Details: Free. Enquiries: 06 349 0506.
SPACE STUDIO AND GALLERY
What: Gallery 1: Out of a Rabbit Hole — Leonie Sharp. Gallery 2: Collecting Castles — Oliver Morse. Pop-Up Gallery: Virtual Awa — Cecelia Kumeroa.
When: Weds-Saturday 10am-2pm, Friday late nights 4-6pm, or view any day, any time, online!
Where: Space Studio & Gallery, 18 Saint Hill Street Whanganui.
WHANGANUI COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE
What: Crush — Recent works by Tia Ranginui, Michael Haggie and Paul Rayner.
When: Wednesday-Friday 10am-3pm, Saturday 10am-2pm, until February 24.
Where: 19 Taupo Quay.
● REGULAR
■ All events are subject to Covid-19 restrictions. Keep an eye on "traffic light" requirements. Some clubs may prefer not to meet, so please check before attending.
WHANGANUI MALE CHOIR
What: Male voice choir singing (songs from yesteryear and today) and comradeship.
When: Tuesdays 7-9pm (rehearsals).
Where: Whanganui East Baptist Church hall, 54 Nixon St, Whanganui East.
Contact: Calvyn 021663587.
WANGANUI GARDEN CLUB
What: More than 80 members and growing.
When: Last Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm.
Where: Dempsey & Forrest function room, Guyton St.
Details: Ring secretary Yvonne 0279442166.
WHANGANUI CITY MARKET COMMUNITY FAIR
What: Collectables, Antiques, Retro, Vintage, Fashion, Pottery, Glass, Crafts, Art, Hot Food, Baking, Plants, Produce, Car Boot, and more.
When: Every Saturday, 8.30am to evening.
Where: 40 St Hill St car park (vehicle & pedestrian access) and 39-41 Victoria Ave (pedestrian access) behind the Bank of New South Wales building.
Details: Enquiries phone 021943799.
BEYOND MINDFULNESS
What: Meditation in the tradition of the Dalai Lama.
When: 7pm Tuesdays. Entry by koha.
Where: Chang Chup Ling Tibetan Buddhist Centre, 7 Waitote St, Castlecliff.
COMMUNITY DRUMMING WHANGANUI
What: Fun drumming, suitable for everyone.
When: Every Thursday, 6.30pm.
Where: Arts Society Hall, Trafalgar Place (off Ridgway St).
Details: $5 per visit, plus gold coin for drum use. Contact Tracy on 022 682 0136 or on Facebook.
COTTON ON QUILTERS
What: Quilting, patchwork and stitching in fun and friendship. Bring your lunch. The first meeting is free.
Where: Masonic Hall, corner Dublin and Keith streets.
When: First Saturday in the month (except January) at 10.30am.
Contacts: Veronica Davidson 06 3484002 or 027 280 7882 and Lesley McFarlane 06 3448477 or 021 174 3045.
MINDFUL LIVING
What: A foundation for engaged ethics & compassion. Calming, letting go — we wake up! We welcome you to practise in Thich Nhat Hanh's tradition: www.plumvillage.org.
When: Thursdays 5.30-7pm.
Contact: Clare 021 0622 120.
WHANGANUI RIVERBANK PARKRUN
What: A timed 5km community walk or run.
Where: Whanganui Riverbank, Opposite 282 Taupo Quay, Whanganui, 4501.
When: Every Saturday at 7.50am for an 8am start.
Details: Register once for life, visit www.parkrun.co.nz and bring your printed barcode to the event.
FLORAL ART
What: Wanganui Floral Art Group.
When: 1st Tuesday of the month.
Where: Riverside Christian Church Hall, Mathieson St.
Details: Shirley 927 6713 or 027 2368046.
KOWHAINUI DAY PROGRAMME
What: Programme for elders to socialise and participate in activities.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9.30am-3pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided.
Where: Kowhainui Home, 88 Virginia Rd, Otamatea (participants can be picked up and taken home).
Details: Please call 06 349 1400 or visit www.enlivencentral.org.nz.
LYRIC SINGERS
What: Mixed voice choir.
When: Thursdays 7.30-9.15pm (rehearsals).
Where: St Andrew's Church Hall, Glasgow St.
Details: New members welcome.
MIDWEEK MEDITATION
What: A guided meditation to assist you to relax, unwind and recharge. Koha.
When: Wednesday lunchtime 12 to 12.30pm.
Where: Wisdom Is Yours Wellbeing Centre, 200B Victoria Ave.
Details: Natasha or Kevin on 063455002.
MISSION WITHOUT BORDERS
What: Operation Cover Up, the knitting arm of Mission Without Borders, knitting for needy folk overseas.
When: Last Monday of month, 1.30pm.
Where: Salvation Army Church, 4 Indus St.
Inquiries: Kathrene 344 3398.
PETRE 60s UP
What: Speakers and/or entertainment. Activities include meals out, games afternoons, occasional trips.
When: Third Wednesday of every month, 2pm.
Where: St Andrews Church Hall, Glasgow St.
Details: Come and join a friendly group. Enquiries Jean 345 7187 or Jenny 348 2409.
RIVER CITY ARTISTS
What: From beginners to established artists. New members welcome.
When: Every Thursday, 9.30am-3.30pm.
Where: Christ Church Community Hall, 243 Wicksteed St.
Details: Val 343 6316 or 027 4599448, Lynne 021 2055991.
SATURDAY MEDITATION
What: A guided meditation to assist you to connect a part of you that is more at peace with oneself. Cost is a koha.
When: Saturday 10.30am to 11am.
Where: Wisdom Is Yours Wellbeing Centre, 200B Victoria Ave.
Details: Natasha or Kevin on 063455002.
SLIMMERS SUPPORT GROUP
What: Lose weight and keep it off.
When: Tuesdays, 5pm.
Cost: $10 to join; $2 weekly.
Enquiries: Ngaire 347 1613.
THE OTHER ORCHESTRA
What: Drop in and make music using orchestral instruments.
When: Every Thursday, 9am-midday.
Where: Musicians Club, Drews Ave.
Details: kenchernoff76@gmail.com.
TRADITIONAL YOGA
What: All levels welcome to this breath-based, heart-centred style.
When: Monday, Thursday, Saturday 9am. Tuesday 6pm. Meditation Friday 6pm.
Where: Harrison St Community Hall, cnr Harrison and Liverpool streets.
Details: Inner Light Yoga 022 6221711 and on Facebook.
WANGANUI BADMINTON
When: Monday evenings 7.30pm $8 per session timed games feather shuttles. Thursday morning 9am $6 per session timed games.
Details: Jude Hildreth — 0212157542; Kate Matthews — 0277766015.
WHANGANUI GUIDED WALKING TOURS
What: Learn about Whanganui's history through its buildings, monuments, people and stories.
When: Tours are on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays at 10am and 2pm. Ring the i-Site for a booking 349 0508.
Where: Start from the i-Site.
Details: Tours take about two hours, $10 per person.
WHANGANUI RIVER MARKETS
What: This large riverside event includes both the River Traders and Farmers Markets.
When: 8.30am-1pm every Saturday all year round.
Where: Downtown Whanganui Riverbank.
WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN WIDOWS FELLOWSHIP
What: Meets in a different cafe every week for encouragement, support and laughter.
Details: Jill 021 1152243.
YOGA AND PILATES WITH EDDY
Monday: 9.30am Yoga Slow. 6pm Classic Pilates.
Wednesday: 6am Move! 9.30am Classic Pilates, 6pm Vinyasa Flow.
Friday: 6am Move! 9.30am Yoga Slow.
Saturday: 9.30am Classic Pilates, 4pm Restorative Yoga.
Sunday: 9.30am Vinyasa Flow, 4pm Yin Yoga.
Where: 54A Moana St.
Details: Just turn up or check Yoga with Eddy Facebook page
YOGA CLASSES
What: Yoga in a warm, carpeted room with friendly people. Beginners and drop-ins welcome.
When: Mondays and Wednesdays from 5.30pm-6.45pm.
Where: Quaker Meeting House, 256 Wicksteed St.
Details: $10 per class. Contact: Kathy — email kgreensides@hotmail.com.
YOGA FOR MEN
What: Ongoing classes for men developed and taught by experienced male teacher. Beginners welcome.
When: Wednesdays, 6-7.15pm.
Where: Harrison St Community Hall.
Details: 022 622 1711, Facebook Inner Light Yoga.
