WHANGANUI HAPPENINGS

PAINTINGS EXHIBITION
What: Wanganui Art Society's Tuesday group is holding an Exhibition of Paintings. All work is for sale at reasonable prices.
When: Starts August 6 for entire month. Gallery open Saturdays 10am-3pm, Sundays 1pm-3pm, Mondays and Tuesdays 10am-midday.
Where: Cooks Gallery, behind Wanganui Motors, Ridgway St.

ARTIST OF THE MONTH SHOWING
What: Peter Shepherd is a highly regarded local artist who creates stunning artworks with wood, copper, iron, jewellery and more. His works are highly sought after.
Where: Creations Gallery and Gifts, 25a Drews Ave.
When: All of August. Contact Creations Wed-Sunday 10am-3pm: Phone - 06 348 4229.

EXHIBITION
What: Revealed. An exhibition highlighting artworks and stories unravelled during the Sarjeant Gallery's move to its Taup Quay temporary premises.
When: To September 18.
Where: Sarjeant Gallery Te Whare o Rehua, 38 Taupo Quay.

SEE WHAT I CAN SEE
What: Discovering New Zealand photography. Images from the 2015 book See what I can see: New Zealand Photography for the young and curious, written by Gregory O'Brien, alongside examples from the Sarjeant Gallery's photographic collection.
When: To September 11.
Where: Sarjeant Gallery Te Whare o Rehua, 38 Taupo Quay.

WANGANUI SMALL BUSINESS FORUM
What: Speaker is Mark Stoneman from Stoneman Financial who will talk on the ins and outs of KiwiSaver, and investment and borrowing for small business. All small business people welcome.
When: Wednesday, August 3 at 12.30pm.
Where: Element Cafe, Victoria Ave.
For more details: Contact Colin at colin@nztravelbrokers.co.nz or 06 348 2498.

NURTURING DAY - MOVEABLE FEAST
What: A hands-on day taking care of your body. With Maree Hickey rsj.
When: Saturday, August 6, 10am-3pm.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, 14 Hillside Tce.
Cost: $20.
To register: Call Pam on 345 5047 ext 3, or email pam.hopper@sosj.org.au.

STAMP AND COIN FAIR
What: Dealers buying and selling coins, banknotes, collectibles, stamps and postcards. Sixteen trading tables.
When: Sunday, August 7, 10am-4pm.
Where: RSA, St Hill St.

DVD EVENING
What: The Imitation Game. Alan Turing is one of the important architects of modern computing. This enigmatic and complicated man led a motley group of scholars, linguists, chess champions and intelligence officers in cracking the so-called unbreakable codes of Germany's World War 2 Enigma machine.
When: Thursday, August 11, 6.30pm.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, 14 Hillside Tce.
Cost: Koha. Supper provided.
To register: Call Pam on 345 5047 ext 3, or email pam.hopper@sosj.org.au.

SING 25
What: Wanganui Community Choir celebrates their 25th anniversary with a Celebration of Song, with guest artists Shannon Atkin, Jeanli Bossenkool, The Ukulele Orchestra and the Youth Wanganui Community Choir.
When: Saturday, August 13, at 2pm.
Where: Central Baptist Church, cnr Dublin & Wicksteed streets. Book at the Royal Wanganui Opera House.

CANDIDATES' LOCAL MEETING
What: Whanganui District Council elections 2016 candidates Ross Fallen and Doreen Hardy (from Aramoho) invite you to a local area meeting for Aramoho, Brunswick and Papaiti. It won't be dull!
When: Tuesday, August 16, 6.30pm-8pm.
Where: Aramoho Primary School hall, Mitchell St, Aramoho
Contact: Ross 022 430 5818.

LITURGY - GRATITUDE
When: Sunday, August 21, 4pm-5pm.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, 14 Hillside Tce. No registration necessary.

WIDOWS' CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
What: For friendship, fun and support. Non-denominational so all welcome. Linking hearts for a fresh start.
For details: Kay 027 694 7952 or email kaywozhere@gmail.com.

BADMINTON
What: Badminton Wanganui. Feather shuttles, timed games.
When: Mondays at 7.30pm.
Where: Badminton Hall, Sports Stadium, Springvale Park.
Cost: $7 per session.
Inquiries: Jude 343 7669.

TAI CHI
What: Beginners' classes in a form of Tai Chi modified for health benefits. Suirable for all ages and levels of fitness.
When: Tuesdays and/or Thursdays at 5.30pm. Cost $2 per session.
Contact: Miriam 345 1395 for details.

SATURDAY MARKETS
What: River Traders and Whanganui Farmers Markets.
When: 8.30am-1pm, Saturday, rain or shine.
Where: Downtown Riverbank.

EUCHRE AND HOUSIE
What: Euchre - afternoon tea - housie.
When: Every Tuesday, 1pm start.
Where: Gonville Bowling Club, Caius Ave.

CREATIONS GALLERY 'N GIFTS
What: Five Whanganui artists' creations on display and for sale. An artist is in the gallery each day and one is working in their medium every Saturday.
When: Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-3pm, or other times to suit.
Where: 25a Drews Ave.
Interaction: Taking registrations in workshops working with Powertex (sculptured items), chalk paint (up-cycling furniture) and felting.
Inquiries: Ph 06 345 3121.

SUPPORT GROUP
What: Support Group for bereaved men.
When: 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at 7.30am.
Where: Red Cross Rooms, 120 Guyton St, opposite City Council.
Contact: Barrie, (06) 344-3345, or Doug, (06) 345-0392.

SINGING FOR YOUR BRAIN
What: A group for people with neurological conditions. Singing improves breathing, vocal skills, mind, communication, confidence, self-expression, social interaction.
When: Monday 1.30pm-3pm.
Where: St Andrew's Presbyterian Church Foyer, Glasgow St.
Cost: $5.
Inquiries: Dorothy Trail, 344 7690 or 027 4701635 or mumsocks@xtra.co.nz.

CEROC
What: Learn Ceroc dancing the easy, fun way.
When: Every Friday. Beginners 7pm. Freestyle class 8pm-8.45pm.
Where: 74a Victoria Ave, Wanganui Rock n Roll club rooms.
Cost: $10 casual or $40 for five lessons.
Contact: Liz Frith 021 0205 4038 or 345-7401.

ART SOCIETY
What: Wanganui Art Society's Tuesday art group is open for new members. All welcome. Bring your own art. Plenty of support and encouragement. Small charge for expenses and cuppa.
When: Tuesdays from 9.30am-midday.
Where: Cook's Gallery (behind Wanganui Motors, off Ridgway St.)
Inquiries: Phone 345-8718.

SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING
What: Glendarroch Scottish Country Dance Club. For fun and fitness. Bring soft-soled shoes.
When: Friday, 7pm, for children 7 and over; Friday, 8pm for adults; Monday, 8pm adults.
Where: Carlton School Hall, Carlton Ave.

WANGANUI RSA POETRY GROUP
What: Meeting of those interested in poetry. Read your own or any favourite poem.
When: Third Tuesday of every month, 2pm-3pm.
Where: Wanganui RSA, St Hill St.
Cost: Gold coin donation for use of facilities.
Inquiries: Robert Taylor, email thebugleeditor150sc@gmail.com.

COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS
What: Support group for bereaved parents.
When: First Saturday of each month at 11am.
Where: Yellow House Cafe, Dublin St.
Contact: Keren, (06) 344-3345, or Sue, (06) 345-0855.

WANGANUI EMBROIDERERS' GUILD
What: Weekly meetings of like-minded women in the art of needlework.
When & Where: Monday evenings 7pm-9 pm, Friday mornings 10am-midday at members' houses; with monthly meetings second Sunday of every month at Dempsey & Forest, Guyton St, from 11am-4pm. Workshops by nationally recognised tutors during the year, both in Wanganui and at other Guilds in the surrounding region.
Contact: Fiona McIvor tel. 021 124 6775 / email wanganui.embroiderers@gmail.com.