Things to do in the Bay

6 things to do in the Bay
Hawke's Bay has plenty of activities and events for people of all ages to enjoy. We list 6 of the best on offer this weekend.

1. Winter F.A.W.C!

This event is well under way and will continue until July 9. Mid-Winter Gourmet BBQ and Bet at Hastings Racecourse today and Munich meets Meeanee at the Old Church, as well as R.E.A.L! Food at Mangarara Farm tomorrow. There are still tickets available. For more information, visit: http://www.fawc.co.nz/events/view-events/

2. Karamu Stream Planting Day

Two hundred plants need to be planted. This is a great community initiative that helps the environment. Today, 9am to noon, Te Karamu Stream, Lipscombe Cres, Havelock North. For more information, visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/karamu-stream-planting-day/havelock-north

3. The Frank Burkitt Band With Special Guest Oscar Laven

The Frank Burkitt Band is back in Hastings, bringing their "acoustic swing" style. Members are Frank Burkitt (vocals, guitar), Kara Filbey (vocals, percussion), Cameron Dusty Burnell (mandolin, tenor banjo), and James Geluk (double bass). Today, 8pm. The Common Room, 227 Heretaunga St East, Hastings. General admission $10. For more information, visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/the-frank-burkitt-band-with-special-guest-oscar-laven/hastings

4. Over the Top by Amanda Jackson

Performed by Hawke's Bay Youth Theatre, this provides a theatrical insight into the lives of nine young people who enlisted (six soldiers and three nurses) and the stories of the families left behind. Commissioned by The Drama Workshop in 2015 for the commemoration of Gallipoli, the play is based on real people who resided in Napier in 1915. Today, 7pm to 8pm. MTG Century Theatre, 9 Herschell St, Napier. For more information, visit: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/over-the-top-by-amanda-jackson/napier

5. Munich Meets Meeanee

As part of Winter F.A.W.C! spend the afternoon at this Oktoberfest-inspired party, as the Old Church is transformed into a classic German bier hall. Food will be traditional Bierfest fare, including giant salty pretzels that complement the beer. Ticket includes a beer on arrival, two food tokens and live entertainment. Fancy dress optional. Tomorrow, 12.30pm to 4.30pm. The Old Church, 199 Meeanee Rd, Napier. Tickets apply unless sold out prior. For more information, visit: http://www.fawc.co.nz/events/view-events/event/429890

6. R.E.A.L! Food

As part of F.A.W.C! owners Greg and Rachel Hart will share their passion for R.E.A.L. food and farming. Hawke's Bay's own My Kitchen Rules duo Henry and Monique Heke will be preparing a delicious dinner featuring Mangarara lamb racks, while Lime Rock Wines vit-ecologist Rodger Tynan will share his wine and ecology knowledge. Ticket price includes tea and coffee on arrival, a farm tour with an explanation of regenerative agriculture, canapés, lamb dinner, dessert and Lime Rock wine, Brave beer and whisky (not local).
Tomorrow, 3pm to 9pm. 298 Mangarara Farm, Patangata, Otane. Tickets apply unless sold out prior. For more information, visit: http://www.fawc.co.nz/events/view-events/event/429720