What's on in Whanganui this week?

Quiz whizzes are wanted for two fundraising events in Whanganui this week.

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 19, to Wednesday, July 25, is noon on Tuesday, July 17.

THURSDAY
WHAT: River City Artists
WHEN: 9.30am to 4pm
WHERE: Christ Church Community Hall, 243 Wicksteed St
DETAILS: Welcomes artists of all levels. Warm rooms, tea and coffee provided, free parking, bring lunch.

WHAT: Save the Children Open Day
WHEN: 10am to 3pm
WHERE: 25 Gilligan Close (off Purnell St by the racecourse)
DETAILS: Warm hats and socks plus items from the regular range. Look for the flag.

WHAT: Wairua Riverboat Cruise
WHEN: Departs 11am
WHERE: Opposite Moutoa Gardens
DETAILS: Tickets available at Whanganui i-Site or at point of departure.

WHAT: Ringing Changes
WHEN: 7.30pm (and Friday, July 13 and Saturday, July 14)
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 at Royal Wanganui Opera House.

WHAT: Drop-in meditation class
WHEN: 6pm to 7.30pm.
WHERE: Arts Centre, 19 Taupo Quay (riverside entry)
DETAILS: www.meditateinpalmerstonnorth.org.

WHAT: Mali Mali
WHEN: 7.30pm to 9.30pm
WHERE: Lucky Bar + Kitchen, 53 Wilson St
DETAILS: Auckland singer and songwriter Ben Tolich on tour $12.

WHAT: Healing evening
WHEN: 7pm
WHERE: Wisdom Is Yours, 200b Victoria Ave (next to Bin Inn)
DETAILS: Healers will give a demonstrations and information about Reiki and reflexology. Koha appreciated. Call 06 345 5002 or 027 253 1868 to find out more.

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: Class on Stage
WHEN: 3pm
WHERE: Royal Wanganui Opera House
DETAILS: The Royal New Zealand Ballet invites the general public, teachers and their students to observe a company class. General admission entry $10. Book online or at RWOH.

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: Tutus on Tour
WHEN: 6.30pm
WHERE: Royal Wanganui Opera House
DETAILS: The Royal New Zealand Ballet performs highlights from extensive repertoire. Tickets $25-$35 for adults ($10-$20 child). Book online or at RWOH.

WHAT: Zonta Club of Wanganui quiz night
WHEN: 7pm
WHERE: Stellar Restaurant & Bar
DETAILS: A fundraiser to support women with postnatal depression and anxiety. There will also be an auction, raffles and spot prizes. Tickets $10, contact Adie 027 689 6171 to register.

WHAT: Scottish dancing for children
WHEN: 7pm to 8pm.
WHERE: Carlton School hall
DETAILS: glendarroch@dance scottish.org.nz.

WHAT: Paul Ubana Jones on tour
WHEN: 7pm
WHERE: Marton Players Theatre
DETAILS: One night only show, door sales $30. RSVP at bandsintown.com

SATURDAY
WHAT: Whanganui River Markets
WHEN: 8.30am to 1pm
WHERE: Downtown Whanganui riverbank
DETAILS: Goods, produce, food.

WHAT: Meditation class
WHEN: 10.30am (and Mondays 7.15 pm, Wednesdays 12.30pm).
WHERE: Wisdom is Yours, 200b Victoria Ave (next to Bin Inn)
DETAILS: 06 345 5002 or 027 253 1858. Koha entry.

WHAT: Amdram Starlets Big Quiz Night
WHEN: 7pm
WHERE: Amdram, 171 Guyton St
DETAILS: Amdram Starlets are fundraising. $10 per team member, join a team if you don't have one. Spot prizes, bar open. To register email: melbypi@hotmail.com or text 022 156 8828.

SUNDAY
WHAT: Motorcycle Racing
WHEN: 8am to 4pm
WHERE: Wanganui Motorcycle Club, Landguard Rd
DETAILS: Harvey Round Motors Isuzu Winter Series, MX Round 4, Free.

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: Mable the Tram
WHEN: 1pm to 3pm.
WHERE: Tram Shed, 27 Taupo Quay
DETAILS: Take a ride on the No 12 vintage electric tram, $2.

WHAT: Nadia Reid
WHEN: 7.30pm
WHERE: Lucky Bar + Kitchen, 53 Wilson St
DETAILS: Nadia Reid and her band stop by on the High & Lonely tour. Tickets $34 from undertheradar.co.nz

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: 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.