Whanganui Happenings

A DAY ON TEILHARD DE CHARDIN
What: The life and teaching of Teilhard De Chardin, SJ. This Jesuit theologian and evolutionary theorist, who trained as a palaeontologist, was a scholar of geology and botany. He authored books on philosophy and theology. He spent his life building a theory to reconcile evolutionary science and religion. This day will explore his life, teaching and challenge to us all to develop our awareness of our place in our world.
When: Saturday, July 7, 10am-2pm.
Cost: $20.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, 14 Hillside Tce. To register call Pam on 345 5047 ext 3, or email pam.hopper@sosj.org.au

IRISH MUSIC
What: Irish Band Muirsheen Durkin.
When: Sunday, July 8, midday-1.30pm.
Where: Grand Hotel
Contact: Michael 027 4362454

WANGANUI COMPETITIONS SOCIETY FESTIVAL
Where: Whanganui Girls' College hall, Jones St.
When: July 10-12
Speech/Drama: Tuesday 8am, 1pm; Vocal: Tuesday 6.30; Vocal: Wednesday 9am, 1pm; Instrumental: Wednesday 3.30pm, 7pm; Instrumental: Thursday 9am, 1pm.
Cost per session: Adults $2.50, Children: $1
Enquiries: David Email: wanganuicompetitions@outlook.co.nz

WHANGANUI CAMERA CLUB
When: Wednesday, July 11, 7.30pm. Shutterbugs at 6.45pm.
Where: Clubrooms, 2 Handley St, Gonville.

DVD EVENING
What: The Shack. After a family tragedy and a crisis of faith, Mack is unable to move on until he gets an invitation to a shack and meets three strangers who transform his life.
When: Thursday, July 12, 6.30pm. Supper provided.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, 14 Hillside Tce. To register call Pam on 345 5047 ext 3, or email pam.hopper@sosj.org.au

STAMPIN' UP
What: Make creative birthday cards with Julia Martin.
When: Saturday, July 14, 10am-12.30pm.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, 14 Hillside Tce. To register call Pam on 345 5047 ext 3, or email pam.hopper@sosj.org.au

SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Creature, object based group show.
When: Until July 15.
Where: Sarjeant Gallery upstairs at i-Site, 31 Taupo Quay.
Cost: Free.

SLIMMERS' SUPPORT GROUP
What: Join people who want to lose weight and keep it off. Past members rejoin free until July 17.
When: Tuesdays, 4.30-5.30pm.
Cost: $10 joining fee with $2 weekly.
Enquiries: Ngaire 347 1613.

TAI CHI FOR HEALTH
What: Tai chi taught for health. Suitable for all.
When: Beginners classes start Tues July 17, 5.30pm and Thurs July 19, 9am.
Where: 97 Putiki Dr
Cost: $3 per session ($5 for 2 sessions)
Inquiries: Miriam 345 1395 or kevin.miriamas@gmail.com

WANGANUI STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
What: Social afternoons. Guest speakers, entertainment, indoor bowls, boccia, stroke support.
When: Third Tuesday of the month. Next social Tuesday, July 17, from 1.30pm.
Where: Social Centre for the Blind, Peat St.

FAMILY SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
What: With Sustainable Whanganui. Bring your imagination and food to share. Resources, equipment and drinks provided.
Where: Education Room, WRRC, 83 Maria Place, next to fire station.
When: Thursday, July 19, 10.30am-1pm
Cost: Donations appreciated. Contact: 345 6000.

SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Flat-Pack Whakapapa, Maureen Landers.
When: Until July 22
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay.
Cost: Free.

SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Beyond the Frame.
When: Until August 12.
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay, 38 Taupo Quay.
Details: Free.

SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Ghost Shelter 2016-2018, video and sculpture by Brit Bunkley.
When: Until August 26.
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay.
Cost: Free.

PIPE BAND DINNER
What: City of Wanganui Highland Pipe Band Centennial Dinner. Previous members and supporters welcome.
When: Saturday, September 1.
Details: Robert Allen 027 537 1238.

WANGANUI GARDEN CLUB
What: Meeting once a month, with raffles, speakers, friendly competitions. Garden visits and activities throughout the year. Reasonable annual subscription.
When: 7.30pm last Wednesday of the month.
Where: Dempsey and Forrest lounge Guyton St.
Contact: Club Secretary Yvonne 0279442166 or steveandeve05@gmail.com

OFF THE WALL GALLERY
What: Exhibition Mellow Magnificent Yellow.
Were: 180 Victoria Ave.
When: Wed-Sat, 11am-3pm or by appointment ph Christine 021 988 387.

RIVER CITY UKES
What: Bring your ukulele to gain confidence and improve your skills.
When: Second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 7pm-9pm.
Where: RSA Bunker Bar, 170 St Hill St.
Entry: $5. All welcome.

EXPLORARTZ
What: Free community Art Space.
When: Wednesdays and Thursdays 9am till 3pm.
Where: 61 Dublin St.
Contact: wcsarttutor@gmail.com or phone 027 333 5217.

CARD MAKING CLASSES
When & where: First Thursday each month, 1pm-2.30pm or 7pm-9pm at Suite 6/66 Ingestre St.
Cost: $15.

RIVER CITY ARTISTS
What: Artists of all levels, all media.
When: Thursdays, 9.30am-4pm.
Where: Christ Church Community Hall, Wicksteed St.
Contact: Contact Val Donkervoort 343 6316, 0274 599448, or Wendy Kelly 344 5495.

MEDITATION
What: open meditation class.
When: Wednesdays, 12.30pm; Saturdays 10.30am.
Cost: Koha
Where: Wisdom is Yours 200b Victoria Ave
Details: 063455002 or 0272531858.

YOGA CLASSES
What: Early morning yoga class.
When: Mondays 6.15am
Where: Wisdom is Yours 200b Victoria Ave.
Cost $10
Details: 063455002 or 0272531858.

EUCHRE AND HOUSIE
When: Every Tuesday starting at 1pm.
Where: Gonville Bowling Club, 15 Caius Ave, afternoon tea, all welcome.
Contact: Janice 345-6286.

CALEDONIAN SOCIETY
What: Family fun. Music, dancing, entertainment and a home-cooked supper at 10pm.
When: Every third Saturday, 7.30pm-10.30pm.
Where: St Andrews Hall, Bell St.
Admission: adults $5, students with ID $3, children $1. All welcome.
Details: Joey or Karen on 343 2588 or Elizabeth 022 188 4369.

MEDITATION CLASS
What: Drop-in meditation class to help solve daily problems, experience deep and lasting happiness, and help others do the same.
When: Thursdays 6pm-7.30pm, with Gen Demo.
Where: Arts Centre, 19 Taupo Quay (riverside entry).
Details: www.meditateinpalmerstonnorth.org.

MISSION WITHOUT BORDERS
What: Operation Cover Up, the knitting arm of Mission Without Borders, knitting for needy folk overseas.
When: Last Monday of every month at 1.30pm. Please note change of day.
Where: Salvation Army Church, 2 Indus St.
Inquiries: Jenny 343 6865.

CREATIVE ART WORKSHOPS
What: Information re Powertex Workshops and supplies: View work on display and classes available in the creative art area.
Where: Relocated from Creations, Drews Ave, to 50 Guyton St.
Contact: Jan 06 3453121. Facebook — Rishworth tatty mixed media.

INDOOR BOWLS
What: All welcome; no experience necessary.
When: Thursdays, 1pm.
Where: Sr Mary's Hall, Guyton St.
Inquiries: Brian Cummings 06 3476460.

YOGA CLASSES
What: Try yoga in a warm, carpeted room with friendly people. Beginners and drop-ins welcome.
When: Wednesdays from 5.30pm-6.45pm.
Where: Quaker Meeting House, 256 Wicksteed St.
Cost: $10 per class.
Contact: Kathy 348 0020.

TABLE TENNIS
What: Social table tennis for all ages and abilities.
When: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9am-midday, Monday 7.30pm-9pm.
Where: Jubilee Stadium.
Cost: $4 per session.
Contact: Jenny 343 7461.

MAHJONG
What: Learn this fascinating game.
More info: Jane Bleackley 343 7687 or Jenny Williams 027 5232409.

SOCIAL BADMINTON
When: Thursdays from 9.30am.
Where: Springvale Stadium.
Contact: Enid 3478290.

WHANGANUI SCRABBLE CLUB
What: Players of all abilities welcome. We use dictionaries and offer training.
When: Most Mondays at 1pm.
Where: Gonville Library (back room).
Contact: Lynne 027 428 5758 (after 1pm).

BOLIVIA CARD GROUP
What: Learn a social card game and meet new friends.
When: Every Monday, 1pm-4pm.
Where: Laird Park Bowling Club, 92 Peat St (next to netball courts).
Cost: $3 per person per session.
Contact: Serena 345 1664, or Pauline or Liz at the club on 347 8808.

AL-ANON MEETINGS
What: Confidential and anonymous programme for those affected by a friend's or family member's drinking.
When: Tuesdays, 7.30pm.
Where: Quaker Rooms, 256 Wicksteed St.
Cost: No fees but koha appreciated.

ADULT COLOURING-IN GROUP
What: Small friendly group who love colouring in.
When: Thursdays 9.30am-midday.
Where: Central Baptist Church, Wicksteed St.
Cost: $2.

CRAFT CLUB
What: Central Baptist Craft Club. Creche provided.
When: Friday mornings from 9.30am-11.30am in school terms.
Where: Central Baptist Church, Wicksteed St.

SCRAPBOOKING AND CARD MAKING CLASSES
When: 2nd Thursday (7pm-9pm) and 3rd Tuesday (10am-midday) of each month.
Where: 12 Sydney Place.
Cost: $10 cards, $20 scrapbooking.
Information: Davina 027 3414328

LYRIC SINGERS
What: Lyric Singers is an unauditioned choir for male and female voices. New singers welcome.
When: Rehearsals Thursdays, 7.30pm, St Andrew's Church, Glasgow St.
Inquiries: Contact Joanna Love 345 9073 or email joannalove52@gmail.com.

KNITTERS AND CROCHETERS
What: Stitch 'n' Chat. BYO yarncraft project; or develop existing skills.
When: Thursdays, 2-4pm.
Where: Fredette School of Arts, 69 Ridgway St.
Charge: $3 per person.
Contact: Maria, 0210 841 3112.

TRAM RIDES
When: Public service Sundays, 1pm -3pm. Private groups by arrangement.
Where: The Tram Barn, 29 Taupo Quay.
Information: Ph 345 7034.

ART CLASSES
What: Learn painting and drawing with individualised lessons.
When: Tuesday to Saturday, 10am, 1pm, 3.30pm. Evening classes Wednesday and Saturday at 7pm.
Where: Fredette School of Arts, 69 Ridgway St.
Contact: Maria Fredette 021 0841 3112.

FREE MARKETING & ADVERTISING ADVICE
What: Free advice for small and medium Whanganui businesses.
Details: Phone 021 1651882, email steve@stevebaron.co.nz for information.

PUTIKI PARISH HALL WHANAUTANGA
What: Euchre and Table Tennis.
When: Wednesdays, 6.30-9pm.
Where: Putiki Parish Hall, Anaua St, Putiki. Next to church. Supper provided.
Contact: Wally 06-3452628, Bux 06-3445478.

MINDFULNESS
What: A small group practising mindfulness in everyday life. All welcome.
When: Thursdays 5.30pm-7pm and some Sunday afternoons. Contact Clare 021 0622 120. www.plumvillage.org.

OUTRAGEOUS GALLERY
What: Local artists showcase art in a gallery setting, alongside a working potter.
Where: 112 Carlton Ave, Tawhero.
When: Thursday to Sunday 10am-4pm.
Contact: Tony or Chris 063477970.

WIDOWS' CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
What: Companionship, support and laughter for widows.
When: Casual weekly meeting in a café.
Contact: Kay text/ph 0276947952 or email kaywozhere@gmail.com.

SUNDAY MARKET
What: Castlecliff Sunday Market.
Where: 5 Bryce St. Opposite old fire station.
When: Every Sunday 11am to 3pm. Sites $5. Free for charities.
Contact: Community Event Services 027-2644-399 or www.marketdays.nz.

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT
What: Mothers offering peer breastfeeding support.
When: First Friday of month, 10am-12noon.
Where: 75 St Hill St.
Contact: Jacqueline Brand-Holt 0211359948 for more information or support between meetings.

WHANGANUI GUIDED WALKING TOURS
When: By appointment, weather permitting.
Where: Depart from Whanganui i-Site.
Details: $10 per person. For appointment phone i-Site 349 0508.

Whanganui Happenings is a free Midweek service for community groups. Contact the editor at paul.brooks@wanganuichronicle.co.nz