CANDIDATES' MEETING
What: Whanganui District Council elections 2016 candidates Ross Fallen and Doreen Hardy invite you to a local area meeting for Castlecliff, Gonville and Tawhero. It won't be dull!
When: Thursday, August 25, 6.30-8pm
Where: Castlecliff School hall, Polson St, Castlecliff
Contact: Ross 022-430-5818
CLEARANCE SALE
What: Five Star Wanganui Enterprises has old
stock reduced to clear - trellis panels and rose frames, raised garden planters, garden furniture, bird boxes, etc. Sausage sizzle on site.
When: Saturday, August 27, 9.30am-2pm.
Where: Cnr London and Lowther streets.
U3A WANGANUI; LIFELONG LEARNING
What: U3A welcomes existing members to meet and greet our leaders as they quickly introduce the theme of their groups. Ideas for new groups very welcome! Afternoon tea provided.
When: Friday, September 2, 1.30pm.
Where: Foyer of St Andrews Church, 42 Glasgow St. Contact Joy on 347 9263.
CANDIDATES' MEETING
What: Whanganui District Council elections 2016 candidates Ross Fallen and Doreen Hardy invite you to a local area meeting for St Johns, Springvale, Otamatea and Westmere. It won't be dull!
When: Thursday, September1, 6.30-8pm
Where: Josephite Centre, 14 Hillside Terrace, (off Virginia Rd).
Contact: Ross 022-430-5818
PAINTINGS EXHIBITION
What: Wanganui Art Society's Tuesday group is holding an exhibition of paintings. All work is for sale at reasonable prices.
When: All of August. 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 Taupo 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.
Contact: Ross 022 430 5818.
OCCUPATION!
What: An examination of the Palestinian experience of life under Israeli occupation, based on two visits to Palestine (2014-15) under the auspices of Quaker Voluntary Action. With opportunities to learn about three initiatives in production of books and educational toys for Palestinian children. With Peter Watson. Please bring your lunch.
When: Saturday, August 27, 10am-3pm.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, 14 Hillside Tce.
To register: Call Pam on 345 5047 ext 3, or email pam.hopper@sosj.org.au.
Cost: $20.
MERCHANT NAVY DAY
When: Saturday, September 3, 11am.
Where: Cenotaph. All welcome.
UNDERSTANDING EPILEPSY SEMINAR
What: Covering what is epilepsy, first aid for seizures, etc. Free but koha welcome.
When: Wednesday, September 14. 1pm-2.30pm.
Where: Community House, 60 Ridgway St.
RSVP: Dianne (Epilepsy Educator) - Phone: 06 757 5644 or 0800-EPILEPSY. Email: taranaki@epilepsy.org.nz.
AL-ANON MEETINGS
What: Al-Anon is a confidential and anonymous programme for those affected by a friend's or family's drinking problem and behaviours. We have found peace and serenity here.
When: You are welcome to join us every Tuesday night at 7.30pm.
Where: The Quaker Rooms, 256 Wicksteed St.
Cost: No fees but a koha is appreciated.
WIDOWS' CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
What: For friendship, fun and support. Non-denominational, 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. Suitable 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.
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: Phone 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 running 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 for information.
WANGANUI EMBROIDERERS' GUILD
What: Weekly meetings of like-minded women in the art of needlework.
When & Where: Monday evenings 7pm-9pm, 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 or email wanganui.embroiderers@gmail.com.