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Thu 6 Oct - Thu 19 DecWorkshops, Conferences & Classes
Late Night Which Craft
Take time out for you on a Thursday night to join with a community of crafters
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Bee Encounter
Meet us at the Arataki Honey Visitor Centre where you will be kitted out with overalls, beekeeping veils and gloves then taken to visit an onsite hive
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Hastings Library Book Chat
10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month
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Tea With Tales
Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit
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The Seasons Art Class Hawke's Bay Art Classes for Adults
Hello Art Enthusiast,
Are you ready to dive into the world of art and explore various mediums? At Seasons Art Class, we're excited to offer a diverse range of adult art classes designed to spark your creativity and enhance your skills in acrylic, watercolour, pencil art, and oil pastels
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The Seasons Art Class Hawke's Bay Art Classes for Adults
Hello Art Enthusiast,
Are you ready to dive into the world of art and explore various mediums? At Seasons Art Class, we're excited to offer a diverse range of adult art classes designed to spark your creativity and enhance your skills in acrylic, watercolor, pencil art, and oil pastels
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Toitoi Summer Tours
Have you ever wondered how it would feel to stand on the Opera House stage and look out towards the audience? Would you like to take a peek in the dressing-rooms frequented by world renowned performers? Or perhaps you’re a history buff who wants to discover the history behind the beautiful buildings within Toitoi - Hawke’s Bay Arts & Events Centre?
This summer the Hastings isite Visitor Information centre invite you to join them on a behind the scenes guided tour of Toitoi
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Ceasefire Now! Peace Rally
An hour-long gathering of caring citizens to demand an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza
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Tai Chi For Health Classes
Janett's Tai Chi for Health is a gentle exercise class with great health benefits - stress relief, flexibility
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Relax & Renew Summer Series
Back by popular demand, “Not Yoga” Summer Series is here for 2024!
Experience 3 fun, easy, movement classes over 3 consecutive days
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What's Next For Your Health, Wealth And Happiness
What Next 2024 is here to give you more
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Halo Making Workshop
Join Delle - the owner of Whānau Collective and creator of Halo Macrame
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8 week Pandora Project Workshop
The Pandora project stemmed from the Art Recovery classes which were held at can following Cyclone Gabrielle
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Kōwhaiwhai And Paint
Celebrate Waitangi Day with the whole whānau by learning to paint your own kōwhaiwhai! Our experienced kaiako (tutors) from Te Wānanga o Aotearoa will guide you as you paint a kōwhaiwhai that you can take home
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Beginners Ballroom & Latin 8-Week Course - Feb/March 2024
Ballroom & Latin Dance Lessons - Beginners course starts Tuesday 6th February 2024
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Beginners Salsa 8 Week Course - February/March 2024
Salsa Dance Lessons - Beginners course start Wednesday 7th February 2024
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Beginners New Vogue (Partner Required) Feb/March 2024
New Vogue Dance Lessons - Beginners course starts Thursday 8th February 2024
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Repair Cafe Hastings - Camberley
Haere Mai
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Landmarks Local History Talk
The Landmarks Local History Talk takes place on the second Tuesday of each month from February to November 2023
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Learn To Draw For Beginners
// Have you always wanted to learn how to draw? //
In this specialist drawing class we delve into the seemingly magical skills of drawing to learn how to really look at a subject and draw it accurately
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Earthquake Resistant Building Structures
The 1931 Hawke’s Bay Earthquake Commemoration Lecture, presented by the Hawke’s Bay Branch of the Royal Society Te Apārangi, is a pivotal event that delves into the Art Deco heritage of Hawke’s Bay
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Crafty Critters by Creative Fibre HB
Join Crafty Critters! Wool and Fibre Textile Craft: Do you want to sit and natter, swap ideas and inspirations with like-minded people? Do you work, go to school or have young kids at home during the week? Want time for yourself? This could be the answer for you!
This is a Creative Fibre Hawke's Bay group that anyone (16 years plus) can join
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Beginner's Therapeutic Art
Therapeutic Art classes starting again for 2024!
Sonya Lethbridge is once again offering Therapeutic Art classes this term at Taruna
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Multicultural Women's Group Course
ONLINE & SOCIAL MEDIA SKILLS
Wednesday afternoons 3
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Is There a War On Cars
How we get around is an issue for everyone, and there is no shortage of opinions on what works and what doesn’t
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Late Night Which Craft Recycled Paper Flowers Workshop
Hastings District Libraries Late Night Which Craft presents a Recycled Paper Flowers Workshop!
This February, spend a relaxed evening making a bouquet of flowers that will last all year round
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Sourdough Pizza and Pasta Workshop
In this Sourdough Pizza and Pasta workshop, you will learn how to create and use Sourdough for Pizza, Pasta and some sweet doughnuts
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Urban Sketching at International Cultures Day
Urban sketching event where we draw about everyday events on location
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Ceilidh Club
What is a ceilidh (and how do you say it)?
A Ceilidh (kay-lee) is a fun filled night of dancing, good music and great company!
This workshop and ceilidh will have an Irish theme
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Art for Tots 2024
Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community
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John Walsh - A Style Guide to New Zealand Cities
John Walsh is a writer specialising in architecture
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Biology and Conservation of Kororā (little Penguins) – 2024
In the face of declining kororā (little penguin) populations along New Zealand’s coastlines, Dr John Cockrem’s upcoming lecture aims to shed light on the pressing challenges these charming birds face
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Repair Cafe Hastings - Flaxmere
Haere Mai
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Argentine Tango Dance Class - Tuesdays
Experience a taste of dancing Argentine Tango in the most fun way!
Learn how to dance Argentine Tango with Napier Team Tango
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EIT Public Lecture: Dr Pippa McKelvie-Sebileau
Food security, food sovereignty and children’s health and wellbeing: A Hawke’s Bay research perspective on why kai is at the centre of it all
Dr Pippa McKelvie-Sebileau is a founding member of the EIT /University of Auckland Nourishing HB: He wairua tō te kai research team who have been working to improve children’s nutrition and health in Hawke’s Bay since 2020
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Matt Brown - She Is Not Your Rehab
She Is Not Your Rehab
Matt and Sarah Brown MNZM, together founded She Is Not Your Rehab and launched the concept in Matt’s 2019 TEDx talk; The Barbershop where men go to heal
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Individual and Systemic Climate Action
Have you ever wondered if or how individual climate action makes any difference? What’s the relationship between your household composting and the international Paris Climate Agreement? In this conversation, we will explore how international climate commitments, national climate legislation, regional climate plans, and household action are all essential for enabling rapid and equitable climate mitigation
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Argentine Tango Dance Class - Thursdays
Experience a taste of dancing Argentine Tango in the most fun way!
Learn how to dance Argentine Tango with Napier Team Tango
Want to learn to dance… then this is the class for you… If you can walk then you can dance tango
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Opening Weekend Talk: Jasmine Togo-brisby and Imelda Miller
Jasmine Togo-Brisby will discuss her new installation Can you see us now? commissioned for Te Whare Toi o Heretaunga Hastings Art Gallery, in conversation with Imelda Miller, curator of Torres Strait Islander and Pacific Indigenous Studies at Queensland Museum
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Sound Journey with Sika
A magical evening of visioning and sound
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Creative Writing Workshops
In this workshop series held over 3 weeks, Jo will be introducing participants to the delights of creative writing - poetry, prose, and whatever lies between
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Beginners Ballroom & Latin 8-Week Course - April/May 2024
Ballroom & Latin Dance Lessons - Beginners course starts Tuesday 2nd April 2024
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The Seasons Art Class Hawke's Bay Art Classes for Adults
Hello Art Enthusiast,
Are you ready to dive into the world of art and explore various mediums? At Seasons Art Class, we're excited to offer a diverse range of adult art classes designed to spark your creativity and enhance your skills in acrylic, watercolor, pencil art, and oil pastels
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Beginners Salsa 8 Week Course - April/May 2024
Salsa Dance Lessons - Beginners course start Wednesday 3rd April 2024
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Womans Wellness Retreat
Join us for our first ever event!
Come and escape with us to a private lakeside sanctuary, leave refreshed and restored ready to go
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Rationalist and Humanists of Hawke's Bay and East Coast
Guest Speaker will be Eru Hiko-Tahuri, speaking about his book Māori Boy Atheist
In this book, he sketches his life of being knocked from religious pillar to religious post before finally finding the personal freedom that atheism allows
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The Ultimate Guide to Understanding our Kids Online World
Join us for an evening with Rob Cope, a multifaceted Filmmaker, Author, and Speaker renowned for his groundbreaking documentary "Our Kids Online
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Natalia Murray Presents Samuel Courtauld and His Collection
The associate lecturer at the Courtauld Institute of Art, independent curator and BBC presenter, Natalia Murray will share with us her intimate knowledge of the collection as she explores Courtauld’s collection and his role in promoting Impressionism in the United Kingdom
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Volunteering HB Library Drop - in Session
Do you have a burning question about volunteering? Come in and ask us! Volunteering is an awesome way to give back to your community - and studies show that volunteering increases overall wellbeing
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Building a Wind Farm Through Covid-19 and Cyclones
Join us for an insightful session with James Mears, Project Manager for Meridian Energy’s Harapaki wind farm
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Volunteering Hb Library Drop - In Session
Do you have a burning question about volunteering? Come in and ask us! Volunteering is an awesome way to give back to your community - and studies show that volunteering increases overall wellbeing
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Volunteering HB Library Drop- in Session
Do you have a burning question about volunteering? Come in and ask us! Volunteering is an awesome way to give back to your community - and studies show that volunteering increases overall wellbeing
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Sourdough Bread Workshop: SOLD OUT
Fresh baked slow fermented sourdough bread,
- sourdough buns,
- focaccia,
- pizza dough and crackers
- Cinnamon Rolls
Go home with freshly baked goodies, recipe’s, some starter and the skills learned to do it yourself!
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Repair Cafe Hastings - Havelock North
Haere Mai
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School Holidays - MTG: Drop In Zone
Week 1: Come and help create a window collage inspired by Gabby O’Connor’s artwork All the Colours, All the Light
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Creative Me - Puppet Making and Performing
Mara and Madi invite you to a fun and hands-on three day puppet making workshop
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Free Kids Drop-In Art Days 2024
Come along to the gallery and get creative with fun, free art activities related to our current exhibitions! Every Tuesday and Thursday in term time school holidays
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School Holidays - MTG: Fashion Flaunt
Calling all fashionistas!
Come and try your hand at designing an item or a whole outfit of your own making using recycled fabrics, materials, inspiration from our gallery spaces
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Late Night Which Craft Rag Rug Workshop
This autumn, turn worn-out t-shirts into a cosy rug
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Creative Me - Dance Day
Jazz Class with Sophie Jean Dance School 9am - 9
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Kōwhaiwhai and Paint
Kōwhaiwhai & Paint
Do you have a passion for art? Would you like to take your skill to the next level?
Learn from our experienced Kaiako & discover Kōwhaiwhai for yourself before applying online to study with us!
Materials Provided, Light refreshments, Adults Only, Free Workshop
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How to Meditate - Half Day Workshop
How to Meditate - half day workshop
with Birgit Saunders
‘When the turbulence of our mental busyness subsides and our mind becomes still, a deep happiness and contentment naturally arise from within’ – Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
If our mind is peaceful, we can feel calm even in the most challenging situations
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Own Your Sound - A Confidence-driven Singing Workshop
- Have you ever felt like singing wasn't for you? That you didn't have "what it takes"?
- Have you ever experienced a profound sense of freedom and connection while singing alone, and desired to share that experience with others?
- What emotions do you experience when you let your voice express itself without limitations?
This workshop aims to deeply reconnect with our body and its functioning
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School Holidays - MTG: Digi Art
Join us on an exploration of colour and light using sculptural shapes created with light gels
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Art for Kids With Sensory Sensitivities
Join us for a special art session tailored for children with disabilities, inspired by our current exhibitions
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I Love Icebergs Workshop with Gabby O'Connor
Suitable for ages 5 – 12 years
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Still Life Geode Workshop with Gabby O'Connor
Suitable for teens and adults
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EIT Public Lecture: Assoc Prof Emre Erturk
PUBLIC LECTURE followed by discussion and refreshments
Understanding the Digital Divide in Hawke’s Bay and New Zealand: How do we move towards a more digitally inclusive society?
EIT’s Associate Professor Emre Erturk will speak on his research around the ongoing digital divide and digital inclusion debates
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Hōhepa Hawkes Bay - Biodynamic Centennial Celebration Day
Celebrating 100 years of Biodynamic Agriculture
This year marks one century of the international biodynamic movement, with Hōhepa Hawke’s Bay being the longest-certified biodynamic farm in operation in Aotearoa, New Zealand
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Sourdough Pizza and Pasta Workshop
In this Sourdough Pizza and Pasta workshop, you will learn how to create and use Sourdough for Pizza, Pasta and some sweet doughnuts
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Repair Cafe Hastings - Clive
Haere Mai
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The Glory of Venice - 500 Years of Music and The Arts
Peter Medhurst, a musician and scholar, gives recitals and gives illustrated talks on music and the arts
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Italian Long Lunch Cooking Workshop
Enjoying a delicious Italian long lunch in Springtime!!
Hands-on workshop , preparing 5 dishes
Making a fresh pasta and a vegetable tart
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Friends of Hastings District Libraries Book Sale
That's right! Clear some space, my book-hoarding cohorts! It's book sale time again!
This is a Friends of Hastings District Libraries fundraising event
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Dancing with Viruses
Join us for an enlightening lecture that explores the ongoing battle against viral infections and their long-lasting effects on human health
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Rationalist and Humanists of Hawke's Bay and East Coast
Boost you knowledge, hear the latest in space news
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Beginners Ballroom & Latin 8-Week Course - June/July 2024
Ballroom & Latin Dance Lessons - Beginners course starts Tuesday 4th June 2024
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Curator Floor Talk – The Light Shone Clear
Curator Floor Talk – The Light Shone Clear: History
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Repair Cafe Hastings - Parkvale
Haere Mai
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Beginners Salsa 8 Week Course - June/July 2024
Salsa Dance Lessons - Beginners course start Wednesday 12th June 2024
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Lord Fitzwilliam and His Bequest to Cambridge
Sarah Burles studied History of Art at Cambridge University and University College London
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EIT Public Lecture: Assoc Prof Anita Jagroop-Dearing
EIT’s Associate Professor Dr Anita Jagroop-Dearing (FRSPH PhD) will share insights from her diverse research journey focusing on topics around Public Health
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Beginners Salsa & Bachata Course - June/July 2024
Salsa & Bachata Dance Lessons - Beginners course start Wednesday 19th June 2024
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Late Night Which Craft Paint-Along Workshop
Take a break from the daily grind
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Glorious Glorias - a Sing-in!
Calling all singers!
Save the date - Saturday June 22nd - for a SING-IN - an afternoon of music-making in the magnificent Waiapu Cathedral
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From Tropics to Tempests: The Journey of Ex-Tropical Cyclone
Join us to discover the fascinating and formidable journey of storms that have left an indelible mark on New Zealand’s history
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Argentine Tango Dance Class - Tuesdays
Experience a taste of dancing Argentine Tango in the most fun way!
Learn how to dance Argentine Tango with Napier Team Tango
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Hypnotherapy Group with Jan Ellis
You are invited to come along and enjoy hypnotherapy in a fun group setting
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Matariki Wellbeing Market
MATARIKI Wellbeing Market
Taradale Town Hall 2024
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Poetry Station
Suitable for all ages
Become a budding poet and visit our Poetry Station at either library
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Poetry Station
Suitable for all ages
Become a budding poet and visit our Poetry Station at either library
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Introduction To Acrylic Painting Workshop
Always wanted to give painting a go? In this one day workshop you’ll learn everything you need to get started with acrylics including:
• what paints and brushes to use
• introductory colour theory
• how to apply paint and create different brushstrokes
We’ll spend the morning learning the basics and in the afternoon we’ll put it all together and paint a simple landscape painting
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Sticker Making Workshop
For ages 7+
Ever wanted to make your very own stickers? Now you can! Come along and let your imagination go wild!
When: Saturday 6 July, afternoon sessions available
Limited spaces, online registration essential
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Sip & Weave
This is a contemporary weave workshop where you will learn a contemporary concept weave of our Poutama pattern created and designed by the owner of Tuitui Designs, Moana Williams
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Take and Make Mondays
Suitable for all ages
Looking for something to do? Pop into either library any time on a Monday and pick up a Take and Make kit from the front desk! While stocks last!
When: Monday 8 July and Monday 15 July
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Take and Make Mondays
Suitable for all ages
Looking for something to do? Pop into either library any time on a Monday and pick up a Take and Make kit from the front desk! While stocks last!
When: Monday 8 July and Monday 15 July
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Craftastic Creations
Suitable for all ages
Stay on after Storytime or pop in and join us for some Scratch Art!
When: Tuesday 9 July between 11
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Paper Chain Wall Art
Suitable for all ages
Join us in this simple craft that can make a big impact
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Taskmaster: Library Edition
For ages 10+
Pit your wits against the rest as you take on a variety of wacky challenges
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Art Classes for Adults - Seasons Art Class Hawke's Bay
At Seasons Art Class Hawkes Bay we provide the ideal opportunity for you to let your artistic talents bloom and flourish – even if you think you have no disposition towards art at all
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History of Eskdale with Michael Fowler
Eskdale is a beloved part of Hawke's Bay, residing in the Hastings District, but of course closer to Napier
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Macrame Keyrings
For ages 10+
Why "knot" learn something new these holidays with our Macrame keyring craft
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ReCreate: Upcycling
For ages 12+
Upcycling is a great way to personalise your wardrobe
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Tiny Art
For ages 7+
Come along and paint one of the tiny canvases to be displayed in the library
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Sugar Geodes
For ages 5+ (children under 8 years must have parental/guardian assistance)
Why wait hundreds of years for the earth to create a geode when you can make your own these holidays
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Diamond Dust Workshop
Our school holiday Diamond Dust workshop will take inspiration from Gabby O’Connor work 'All the Colours, All the Light' that is currently on display in the foyer of MTG
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Green Screen Adventures
Suitable for all ages
Visit a winter wonderland with our Green Screen Adventures
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Trinity Hill Cellar Door Canvas Night
Join us for a 2
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A Taste of Elegance
Join us for an unforgettable fusion of High Tea & Millinery Magic, as we celebrate Winter Art Deco at the Faraday Museum of Technology
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Sourdough Bread Workshop
Fresh baked slow fermented sourdough bread,
sourdough buns,
focaccia,
pizza dough and crackers,
plus Cinnamon Rolls
Go home with freshly baked goodies, recipe’s, some starter and the skills learned to do it yourself!
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The Making of Landscape Photographs - Charlie Waite
Charlie is one of the world’s leading landscape photographers
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Creation Station - Sew a Drawstring Bag
For ages 18+
Perfect to keep tiny treasures in! A fantastic project for a sewing beginner
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Science, Shtick, and Segues: Reflections on an Entomologist
Join us for an engaging lecture with Dr
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Energy Event & Book Tour
This is not your average event!
Join Lisa O'Neill for an evening of inspired action, all about ENERGY
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Winter Warmers Crafts Workshops
Winter Warmers Crafts Workshops: Crafts that foster creativity and connection
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Exhibition Tour: Te Matau-a-Māui Contemporary Art: Gwen Mald
Join four Hawke’s Bay artists, Leslie Falls, Nephi Tupaea (Ngāti Koata, Ngāti Tiipa, Ngāti Koroki Kahukura, Ngāti Kahungunu), Te Kīra Whakamoe (Tūhoe, Ngāti Ruapani) and Bernie Winkels as they discuss their works in the exhibition Te Matau-a-Māui Contemporary Art: Gwen Malden Trust Commissions
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You Can't Always Get What You Want with David Boyle
But can you get what you need?
Is your Kiwi Saver working well enough to provide you a secure, comfortable retirement?
Join us for an insightful event with David, a financial services expert with years of experience! David Boyle has a passion to help New Zealanders improve their financial wellbeing and capability
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From Mild to Wild: Meet Your Local Romance Writers
A Midwinter Warmer from Hawke's Bay Readers and Writers
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Mending Cafe
8 & 10 August
1-3pm
Bring in your items of clothing for advice on how to mend, and use our equipment
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Creation Station - Wine Bottle Lights Workshop
For ages 18+
Turn a recycled wine bottle into a beautiful lantern as you learn the basics of designing and creating a decal on a Cricut
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Lindy-Hop 8 Week Beginners Course
Learn to Lindy-Hop with Hi-De-Ho Swing
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Beginners Ballroom & Latin 8-Week Course - Aug/Sep 2024
Ballroom & Latin Dance Lessons - Beginners course starts Tuesday 6th August 2024
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Beginners Salsa & Bachata 8wk Course - August/September 2024
Salsa & Bachata Dance Lessons
Beginners course start
Wednesday 7th August 2024
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Toitū Te Reo Festival
Toitū Te Reo, the world's first Māori language festival will be hosted in the Heretaunga CBD and feature: three symposium stages, an exhibition area, a toi Māori space, outdoor stages, Māori language street activities, rangatahi and kaumātua spaces, artists, live shows (Taringa, Something For The People, Na Wai i Teka), a whānau & tamariki area, kapa haka performances and more
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Public Lecture - Dr Emily Nelson
Learning in Nature: Emerging Values, Visions, Cautions and Potential
EIT’s Associate Professor Emily Nelson will speak on her Learning in Nature research, which began life as a developmental evaluation of the establishment of EIT’s Ōtātara Outdoor Learning Centre and was conducted jointly by Dr Nelson and Professor Bronwen Cowie, University of Waikato
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EIT Public Lecture: Reconnecting Through Research
Reconnecting through Research: A series of free public lectures by senior academic staff of EIT
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Is it Sensory or Is it Behavior?
Join us for a workshop series with Elen Nathan, Occupational Therapist and Sensory Integration specialist!
Wondering about the connection between sensory and behavior?
Discover the nine sensory systems and their role in self regulation, emotions and behavior
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Inspired by Rita: Drypoint Etching for Beginners
Learn the technique of drypoint printmaking in this relaxed half-day workshop with artist/printmaker Lisa Feyen of Ink Moth Print Studio
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Artist Talk: Pip Davies
Join us to hear artist Pip Davies in conversation with Gallery Director Sophie Davis
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Italian Long Lunch Cooking Workshop: SOLD OUT
Enjoying a delicious Italian long lunch in Winter
Hands-on workshop , preparing 5 dishes
Making a fresh pasta
Recipe booklet and lunch provided
They say the kitchen is the heart of the home; Farmhouse Kitchen is the heart of our home but also the heart of our business and everything we believe good food can be, to nourish our bodies, to experience real ingredients and to share a delicious meal around our kitchen table
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PKHB: Pecha Kucha Night #41
It's PK time again!
We'd love you to join us for the next PK Night, this time back in Napier at the beautiful MTG Century Theatre
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Creation Station - Mug Sublimation Workshop
For ages 18+
Create your own personalised mug using Cricut Infusible Ink
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Late Night Which Craft Bookbinding Returns!
Take a break from the daily grind
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Drawing Portraits: Learn To Draw Faces
Have you always wanted to be able to draw people?
In this six week course Emily will introduce you to a variety of drawing approaches and techniques for drawing portraits
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Free Mentoring Session: Songwriting with Racing! (Students)
Don't miss the FREE mentoring session on 'Songwriting,' hosted by NZ Rock Band of the Year, Racing!
Join Sven and Ed from the band and gain invaluable insights and inspiration from two of the most dynamic forces in rock music today
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Free Mentoring Session: Songwriting with Racing! (All ages)
Don't miss the FREE mentoring session on 'Songwriting,' hosted by NZ Rock Band of the Year, Racing!
Join Sven and Ed from the band and gain invaluable insights and inspiration from two of the most dynamic forces in rock music today
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Creation Station: DIY Custom T-shirt Workshop
For ages 18+
Create your own gorgeous custom T-shirt with our Cricut and Heat Press using Heat Transfer Vinyl
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Earth, a Cosmic Spectacle
Join us for a fascinating lecture by Louise Beer as she delves into her artistic practice and discusses the philosophical and biological impacts of light pollution
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Trinity Hill Cellar Door Canvas Night- ft. Port Style Wines!
Join us for a 2
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Kōwhaiwhai and Print
Kōwhaiwhai & Print
Do you have a passion for art? Would you like to take your skill to the next level? Learn from our experienced Kaiako & discover Kōwhaiwhai for yourself before applying online to study with us!
This workshop is perfect for beginners & people interested in Toi Māori through ink & print
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Sourdough Pizza and Pasta Workshop
Sourdough Pizza, Pasta and Sourdough workshop
We will use Sourdough for Pizza, Pasta and some sweet doughnut
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The Art of the Japanese Garden with Kathleen Olive
Kathleen will be talking about the historic roots of Japanese garden design
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Creation Station - Sticker Making Workshop
For ages 18+
Ever wanted to make your very own stickers? Now you can! Learn how to use the Cricut’s print then cut feature and let your imagination go wild!
Please note that a materials fee of $3 is to be paid on the day
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Rongoā Māori Workshop
Come along and learn about our Certificate in Rongoā Māori programme
Become a kaitiaki of our rongoā Māori and connect with the mātauranga (knowledge) of our tūpuna (ancestors) to address the wellness needs of today
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Creation Station - Card Making and Design Workshop
For ages 18+
Design and make your own original greeting cards with the Cricut!
A gold coin donation to cover the costs of materials would be appreciated
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Silver & Gemstones Ring Making Workshop in Napier
Join Us for a Hands-On Jewellery-Making Workshop!
Create a unique piece of jewellery using wax and set with gemstones
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Creation Station - Design a 3D Printed Bookmark
For ages 18+
Curious about 3D printing? Learn the basics of Tinkercad, a 3D design software, while creating your own personalised bookmark
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Indian Fusion Dance - 3wk beginners course (Sep'24)
Indian Fusion (Bollywood style)
Beginners 3-week introduction course
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House of Science Expo
Join us on Saturday, September 14, 2024, for a series of exciting, free events as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Hawke’s Bay Branch of the Royal Society of New Zealand
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Sourdough Bread Workshop
Fresh baked slow fermented sourdough bread,
sourdough buns,
focaccia,
pizza dough and crackers,
plus bagels
Go home with freshly baked goodies, recipe’s, some starter and the skills learned to do it yourself!
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Short Science Talks
Join us on Saturday, September 14, 2024, for a series of exciting, free events as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Hawke’s Bay Branch of the Royal Society of New Zealand
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Hawke's Bay Royal Society's 150th Anniversary Dinner
On 14 September 1874, the Hawke’s Bay Philosophical Institute, the forerunner to today’s Hawke’s Bay Branch of the Royal Society of New Zealand, held its first meeting
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Italian Long Lunch Cooking Workshop
Enjoying a delicious Italian long lunch in Spring
Hands-on workshop , preparing 5 dishes
Making a fresh pasta
Recipe booklet and lunch provided
They say the kitchen is the heart of the home; Farmhouse Kitchen is the heart of our home but also the heart of our business and everything we believe good food can be, to nourish our bodies, to experience real ingredients and to share a delicious meal around our kitchen table
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EIT Public Lecture: Prof Annemarie Gillies
Whaowhia te kete mātauranga, He toi kahurangi a mātauranga Māori: Fill the basket of knowledge with the jewels of Mātauranga Māori
A public lecture by Professor Annemarie Gillies PhD – Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Awa, Te Whānau-ā-Apanui and Te Arawa
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Free Music Mentoring Session on Song Distribution (Students)
Are you releasing music or planning to? Don’t miss this chance to learn from the experts! Join us for a valuable mentoring session with Holly from DRM – Music Distributors
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Free Music Mentoring Session on Song Distribution (All ages)
Are you releasing music or planning to? Don’t miss this chance to learn from the experts! Join us for a valuable mentoring session with Holly from DRM – Music Distributors
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Creation Station - Make a Zipper Bag
Sewing with zips isn't hard! Learn a new skill while creating a cute and functional zipper bag
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Trinity Hill Cellar Door Canvas Night - ft. Montepulciano!
Join us for a 2
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Connecting with Kids Through LEGO
Building emotional resilience, self esteem, social skills and strong family relationships has become harder in this busy, fast paced world
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The Sea vs. The Land – Who Will Triumph?
We invite you to join us for an insightful lecture presented by the 2024 Hochstetter Lecturer, David Barrell of GNS Science
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Stress Less: The Power of Functional Breathing
We're excited to bring you a transformative series of workshops led by the incredible Gemma Douglas, designed to help you and your family find calm, clarity, and connection through the power of breath
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Becoming Tangata Tiriti | Avril Bell
Join Avril Bell as she discusses her new book Becoming Tangata Tiriti: Working with Māori, Honouring the Treaty
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Te Tiriti o Waitangi Workshop
Join Pākehā Tiriti educator Gwyn John for a workshop on our founding agreement
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The Urge to Buy and the Art of Advertising with John Francis
The relationship of Art to Advertising has an early start
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Beginners Ballroom & Latin 8-Week Course - Oct/Nov 2024
Ballroom & Latin Dance Lessons - Beginners course starts Tuesday 1st October 2024
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Beginners Salsa & Bachata 8wk Course - October/November 2024
Salsa & Bachata Dance Lessons
Beginners course start
Wednesday 2nd October 2024
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Te Tiriti o Waitangi Workshop
Join Pākehā Tiriti educator Gwyn John for a workshop on our founding agreement
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30's Charleston 8 Week Beginners Course
Learn the 30's Charleston with Hi-De-Ho Swing
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Ring Making Workshop in Napier
Join Us for a Hands-On Jewellery-Making Workshop!
Create a unique piece of jewellery using wax and set with gemstones
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Drawing with Thread: Miniature Portraiture with Leslie Falls
Drawing with Thread: Revisiting Miniature Portraiture with Artist Leslie Falls
Join us for a hands-on experience, where you’ll transform a simple ID card-sized photo into a mini portrait through stitching
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Rita Angus: 40 Years of Self Portraits with Jill Trevelyan
Following the recent exhibition at Te Papa and MTG in Napier, Jill’s talk will discuss Rita Angus’s life and work with a specific focus on her remarkable self portraits
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National Community Heritage Conference 2024
Nau mai, Haere mai
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Supporting Your Child With Sensory Differences
Join us for a workshop series with Elen Nathan, Occupational Therapist and Sensory Integration specialist!
Discover the eight sensory systems and their role in self regulation, emotions and behaviour discover strategies to help your child navigate the sensory stressors of the world
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Goats Cheese Making Workshop
This is your opportunity to learn how to wow your friends at your next dinner party by serving up your very own homemade goat cheese
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Italian Long Lunch Cooking Workshop
Enjoying a delicious Italian long lunch in late Spring!!
Hands-on workshop , preparing 5 dishes
Making fresh pasta
Recipe booklet and lunch provided
They say the kitchen is the heart of the home; Farmhouse Kitchen is the heart of our home but also the heart of our business and everything we believe good food can be, to nourish our bodies, to experience real ingredients and to share a delicious meal around our kitchen table
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Art Classes for Adults - Tutor led
Discover Your Inner Artist with The Seasons Art Class!
From a cosy village in southern England over a decade ago, The Seasons Art Class has blossomed into a beloved art course across the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland, and now New Zealand!
What's in Store for You?
Join our 14-week beginner to improver art course and enjoy:
Sketching, Oil Pastels, Watercolours, and Acrylics
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Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North
The Seasons Art Class came from humble beginnings over a decade ago in a small village in southern England
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