Catch some local theatre with Ringing Changes at Wanganui Repertory this week. Photo / Supplied
Your guide to what's happening in the Whanganui region this week. If you have an item for this free column, email news@wanganuichronicle.co.nz with the details. The deadline for information about events from, and including, Thursday, July 12, to Wednesday, July 18, is noon on Tuesday, July 10.
THURSDAY
WHAT: Wairua Riverboat
Cruise
WHEN: Departs 11am
WHERE: Opposite Moutoa Gardens
DETAILS: Tickets available at Whanganui i-Site or at point of departure.
WHAT: Drop-in meditation class
WHEN: 6pm to 7.30pm
WHERE: Arts Centre, 19 Taupo Quay (riverside entry)
DETAILS: www.meditateinpalmerstonnorth.org.
WHAT: Through Our Lens
WHEN: 6.30pm
WHERE: Davis Theatre, Watt St
DETAILS: Nine short films made by young film-makers. Presented by the Māoriland Film Festival. Tickets $6 from www.iticket.co.nz. Door sales cash only.
WHAT: Made in Aotearoa
WHEN: 8pm
WHERE: Davis Theatre, Watt St
DETAILS: A selection of Māori and Pacific short films that have toured the world. Tickets $6 from www.iticket.co.nz. Door sales cash only.
WHAT: Open Mic Night
WHEN: 7.30pm to 9.30pm
WHERE: Lucky Bar + Kitchen, 53 Wilson St
DETAILS: Show off your talent.
FRIDAY
WHAT: Twinkle Toes at St Paul's
WHEN: 10am to 11.15am
WHERE: St Paul's hall, Cooks St
DETAILS: Music for preschoolers. Gold coin entry.
WHAT: Whanganui City Guided Walking Tours
WHEN: By appointment
WHERE: Depart from Whanganui i-Site
DETAILS: Cost $10 per person. Contact 06 349 3258.
WHAT: Ringing Changes
WHEN: 7.30pm (and Saturday, July 7 at 7.30pm, Sunday, July 8 at 2pm)
WHERE: Repertory Theatre, 4 Ridgway St
DETAILS: A comical story of a suburban NZ family written and directed by Ted Charlton. Adult $25, senior or student $20, child to 15yrs $15, family $65. Book online or at Royal Wanganui Opera House.
WHAT: Mankiller
WHEN: 8.30pm
WHERE: Davis Theatre, Watt St
DETAILS: The story of American hero Wilma Mankiller – activist and Cherokee chief. Tickets $6 from www.iticket.co.nz. Door sales cash only.
WHAT: Ceroc Dancing
WHEN: From 6pm (Friday and Wednesday)
WHERE: 82-92 Peat St
DETAILS: Modern jive - beginner, intermediate and social dancing. $10 casual, concession cards are also available. See ceroc.co.nz.
WHAT: Scottish dancing for children
WHEN: 7pm to 8pm
WHERE: Carlton School hall
DETAILS: glendarroch@dance scottish.org.nz.
SATURDAY
WHAT: Whanganui River Markets
WHEN: 8.30am to 1pm
WHERE: Downtown Whanganui riverbank
DETAILS: Goods, produce, food.
WHAT: Garage Sale
WHEN: 9am to 1pm
WHERE: Marton Arts and Crafts Centre, 16 Grey St
DETAILS: Arts and crafts bargains on sale.
WHAT: Meditation class
WHEN: 10.30am (and Mondays 7.15pm, Wednesdays 12.30pm)
WHERE: Wisdom is Yours, 200b Victoria Ave (next to Binn Inn)
DETAILS: 06 345 5002 or 027 253 1858. Koha entry.
WHAT: Learn to communicate with your spirit animal
WHEN: 11am to 2pm
WHERE: Wisdom is Yours
DETAILS: A workshop designed to teach you to communicate with your pets both here and in spirit. Cost $60. Call 06 345 5002 or 027 253 1858 for details.
WHAT: YNT'S Birthday Bash
WHEN: From 9pm
WHERE: Lucky Bar + Kitchen, 53 Wilson St
DETAILS: Hosted by Dj Sam-A-Lamb. Door sales $10.
SUNDAY
WHAT: Taihape Traders Market
WHEN: From 10am to 2pm
WHERE: Taihape Town Hall
DETAILS: Contact Kerry Stephens 027 484 7507.
WHAT: Castlecliff Sunday Market
WHEN: 11am to 3pm
WHERE: 5 Bryce St
DETAILS: Goods, produce, food.
WHAT: Irish Band Muirsheen Durkin
WHEN: 12 noon to 1.30pm
WHERE: Grand Hotel Irish Pub, St Hill St
DETAILS: All welcome. Enjoy some Irish music with lunch.
WHAT: Mable the Tram
WHEN: 1pm to 3pm
WHERE: Tram Shed, 27 Taupo Quay
DETAILS: Take a ride on the No12 vintage electric tram, $2.
WHAT: Clairvoyance, philosophy and healing
WHEN: 7pm
WHERE: Wanganui Spiritual Centre, 25 Tawa St
DETAILS: All welcome. Call Carol 06 345 6308 for details.
MONDAY
WHAT: Morning yoga class
WHEN: 6.15am
WHERE: Wisdom is Yours, 200b Victoria Ave
DETAILS: 06 345 5002 or 027 253 1858, $10.
WHAT: Bolivia Card Group
WHEN: 1pm to 4pm every Monday
WHERE: Laird Park Bowling Club, 92 Peat St
DETAILS: $3 per session. Contact Serena 06 345 1664.
WHAT: Whanganui Scrabble Club
WHEN: 1pm (most Mondays)
WHERE: Gonville Library
DETAILS: Players of all abilities welcome. Contact Lynne 027 428 5758 (after 1pm).
TUESDAY
WHAT: Wairua Riverboat Cruise
WHEN: 11am
WHERE: Opposite Moutoa Gardens
DETAILS: Tickets available at Whanganui i-Site or at point of departure.
WHAT: Euchre and Housie
WHEN: Every Tuesday at 1pm
WHERE: Gonville Bowling Club
DETAILS: Contact Janice 06 345 6286.
WHAT: Al-Anon meeting
WHEN: 7.30pm
WHERE: Quaker rooms, 256 Wicksteed St
DETAILS: Confidential support for people affected by another's drinking.
WEDNESDAY
WHAT: Freeing Food from Plastic
WHEN: 10am
WHERE: Confluence, 15 Watt St
DETAILS: Part of Plastic Free July, a lively workshop to share ideas and actions. Free.
WHAT: An open class to learn meditation
WHEN: 12.30pm, koha entry
WHERE: Wisdom is Yours, 200b Victoria Ave
DETAILS: 06 345 5002 or 027 253 1858.
WHAT: Sharpen up your Shuffle
WHEN: 6pm to 8pm
WHERE: Lucky Bar, 53 Wilson St
DETAILS: Guest DJ slot.
WHAT: Grassroots Singers
WHEN: Wednesdays, 7pm.
WHERE: Duncan Pavilion, Castlecliff Beach
DETAILS: Join an organic choir. Cost $60 per term, $55 if paid up front.