IRISH MUSIC
What: Irish Band Muirsheen Durkin. Local musicians, international flavour.
When: Sunday, April 8, midday-1.30pm.
Where: Grand Hotel Irish Bar.
Details: Michael 027 4362454.
ESOL HOME TUTORS
What: Help someone from another culture and learn to teach English as a volunteer tutor. English Language Partners Wanganui has a free 4-week volunteer ESOL Home Tutor Training course.
When: Monday and Wednesday afternoons from 1-4pm, beginning on April 9.
Details: Contact Jane on 345 1778 or email wanganui@englishlanguage.org.nz
NZ SOCIETY OF GENEALOGISTS
What: NZ Society of Genealogists — Whanganui Branch meets for individual research from 5pm. At 6.30pm branch meeting and guest speaker — New Improvements and Updates to Family Search presented by Jenny Martin from Wellington.
When: Monday, April 9, from 5pm.
Where: Alexander Heritage and Research Library.
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Conservators talk: Ingrid Ford discusses the Flight into Egypt.
When: 7.30pm, Tuesday, April 10.
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay, 38 Taupo Quay, Whanganui
Cost: Free all welcome
Enquiries: Sarjeant.org.nz or 06 349 0506
HOW FILMS IMPACT OUR SPIRITUALITY
What: A series of five films spread over 10 weeks which will explore how movies help us in our personal spiritual lives. This will explore (at an individual reflection level) what can be learned about oneself from watching movies and aid growth towards authenticity. The structure of the programme means it will be of most benefit if participants can be present at each session. With Marie Skidmore rsj.
SESSION 5 LIVING AN INTENTIONAL LIFE. FILM DEPARTURES.
When: Tuesday, April 10, 7-9.30pm. Koha.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, 14 Hillside Tce.
Details: To register call Pam on 345 5047 ext 3, or email pam.hopper@sosj.org.au
WANGANUI CAMERA CLUB
When: Wednesday, April 11, 7.30. Shutterbugs at 6.45.
Where: Clubrooms, 2 Handley St, Gonville (old Bowling Clubrooms). New members welcome.
LITURGY
What: Healthy Planet, Healthy Harvest.
When: Sunday, April 15, 4-5pm.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, 14 Hillside Tce.
WANGANUI STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
What: Monthly social afternoons. Guest Speakers, entertainment, indoor bowls, boccia, stroke support.
When: Third Tuesday of the month. Next social is Tuesday, April 17, from 1.30pm.
Where: Social Centre for the Blind, Peat St.
COMPETITIONS
What: Wanganui Competitions Society Dancing Festival.
Where: Whanganui Girls' College hall, Jones St.
When: April 17-19.
Ballet: Tuesday 8am, 1pm and 7pm.
Modern & Jazz: Wednesday 9am, 1pm, 6.30pm.
Modern & Tap: Thursday 8am, 1pm, 6.30pm.
Cost per session: Adults $2.50 Children: $1
Enquiries: David Email: wanganuicompetitions@outlook.co.nz
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: 2018 Sarjeant Gallery Whanganui Arts Review Exhibition.
When: 10.30am-4.30pm, till Sunday, May 13.
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay, 38 Taupo Quay, Whanganui.
Cost: free.
Enquiries: Sarjeant.org.nz or 06 349 0506.
EXHIBITION
What: CLOUDS, an exhibition from the Sarjeant permanent collection.
When: 10.30am-4.30pm, to May 27.
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay, 38 Taupo Quay, Whanganui
Cost: Free
Enquiries: Sarjeant.org.nz or 06 349 0506
YOGA CLASSES
What: A chance to give Yoga a try in a warm, carpeted room with friendly people. Beginners and drop-ins welcome.
When: Every Wednesday from 5.30-6.45pm.
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 7.30-9pm.
Where: Jubilee Stadium.
Cost: $4 per session.
Contact: Jenny 343 7461.
BADMINTON
What: Social Badminton. Friendly people.
When: Thursday mornings from 9.30am.
Where: Springvale Stadium.
Contact: Enid 3478290.
WHANGANUI SCRABBLE CLUB
What: We welcome players of all abilities, use dictionaries and offer new members help.
When: 1pm to 4pm most Mondays.
Where: Gonville Library (back room).
Contact: Lynne 027 428 5758 (after midday).
BOLIVIA CARD GROUP
What: Join a friendly group for a social card game (similar to Canasta) and meet new friends.
When: Every Monday, 1pm-4pm.
Where: Laird Park Bowling Club, 92 Peat St (adjacent to netball courts).
Cost: $3 per person per session, includes afternoon tea.
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: Every Tuesday, 7.30pm.
Where: The Quaker Rooms, 256 Wicksteed St.
Cost: No fees but koha appreciated.
SCOTTISH DANCING FOR CHILDREN
What: Glendarroch Scottish Country Dance Club is holding classes for children aged 7 and over.
When: Friday evenings 7pm-8pm.
Where: Carlton School Hall, Carlton Ave.
Details: glendarroch@dancescottish.org.nz.
LYRIC SINGERS
What: Lyric Singers is an unauditioned choir for male and female voices. Our concerts are successful, meeting a wide range of musical tastes. New singers are welcome, especially male singers.
When: Rehearsals on Thursdays, 7.30pm, St Andrew's Church, Glasgow St.
Inquiries: Contact Joanna Love (musical director) 345 9073 or email joannalove52@gmail.com.
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, prizes daily.
Contact: Wally 06-3452628, Bux 06-3445478.
MINDFULNESS
What: A small group meets to practise and develop mindfulness in everyday life. All welcome.
When: Thursdays 5.30pm-7pm and some Sunday afternoons. For more info contact Clare 021 0622 120. www.plumvillage.org.
OUTRAGEOUS GALLERY
What: Local artists showcase their art in a gallery setting, alongside a working potter. Also acrylic paintings, art glass, Kiwiana, mixed media, ink prints, garden art, driftwood sculptures and more.
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 that you may attend as little or often as you like.
Contact: Kay text/ph 0276947952 or email kaywozhere@gmail.com for more info.
DIGITAL WEALTH
What: Meet up for cryptocurrency newbies.
Who: Anyone interested in understanding the basics of bitcoin & blockchain technology.
Venue and time: TBA.
Contact: Frances 0223637367
SUNDAY MARKET
What: Castlecliff Sunday Market.
Where: 5 Bryce St. Opposite old fire station. Beach end of Heads Rd.
When: Every Sunday 11am to 3pm. Sites $5. Free for charities.
Contact: Community Event Services on 027-2644-399 or www.marketdays.nz.
BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT
What: A group of mothers offering peer breastfeeding support from birth to weaning and all options between. Welcoming to mothers, babies and extended family support.
When & Where: First Friday of each month 10am-noon at 75 St Hill St.
Contact: Jacqueline Brand-Holt 0211359948 for more information or support between meetings.
COLOURING IN
What: A small group sharing the love of adult colouring in.
When: Thursdays 9.30am-noon.
Where: Central Baptist Church, Wicksteed St.
Cost: $2.
WHANGANUI CITY GUIDED WALKING TOURS
When: Saturdays and Sundays at 10am and 2pm from i-Site. At other times ring 349-0508 to book.
Cost: $10 per person.
KNITTERS & CROCHETERS
What: Stitch 'n' Chat. BYO yarncraft project; or people to learn a new craft or further develop existing skills.
When: Thursdays, 2pm-4pm.
Where: Fredette School of Arts, Suite F, Victoria Court.
Charge: $3 per person.
Contact: Maria, 0210 841 3112.
TRAM RIDES
What: Short trips on Whanganui's restored tram.
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 friendly, individualised lessons.
When: Tuesday to Saturday, 10am, 1pm, 3.30pm. Evening classes available Wednesday and Saturday at 7pm.
Where: Fredette School of Arts, 94F Victoria Ave.
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 more information.
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
What: Make handmade cards and scrapbooking pages.
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
RIVER CITY UKES
What: Bring your ukulele to gain confidence and improve your skills.
When: Second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 7-9pm.
Where: RSA Bunker Bar, 170 St Hill St.
Entry: $5. All welcome.
EXPLORARTZ, WHANGANUI CREATIVE SPACE
What: A free community art space.
When: Wednesdays and Thursday, 9am-3pm.
Where: 61 Dublin St.
Contact: wcsarttutor@gmail.com or ph 027 333 5217.
CARD MAKING CLASSES
What: Create beautiful cards.
When & where: First Thursday each month, 1pm-2.30pm or 7pm-9pm at Suite 6/66 Ingestre St, Whanganui.
Cost: $15.
■ Whanganui Happenings is a free Midweek service for community groups. Contact the editor at paul.brooks@wanganuichronicle.co.nz
