Trace Exhibition
Eight artists have been brought together for Trace, which showcases a series of ceramics and works on paper. The exhibition includes the delicate floral work of Kohl Tyler-Dunshea and the ceramics of Alma Proenca, who paints stunning blue details on crisp white ceramic objects.
When: Thursday 19 April - Wednesday 2 May Where: Black Asterisk Gallery, 10 Ponsonby Rd, Ponsonby Visit: Blackasterisk.co.nz
Hej-hej Pop-up Shop
New clothing label Hej-hej (pronounced "hey-hey") has a knack for designing instant classics and their range is made from 100 per cent linen. The brand was created by friends Alice Isles and Kirsten Judd, who manage a long-distance working relationship from their respective bases of Auckland and Shanghai. This weekend they have a pop-up shop opening in Auckland to launch their new Autumn/Winter collection and their cosy styles will have you wanting to dress in linen throughout the colder months.
When: Friday 20 - Thursday 26 April, 10am-6pm Where: Endemic World, 62 Ponsonby Rd, Ponsonby Visit: Hej-hej.co
Here & Now Theatre Festival
Catch the next wave of fresh young talent when they perform at Auckland Theatre Company's youth theatre festival Here & Now. Tender explores young Aucklanders' views on relationships, while You First explores a dystopia where New Zealand has been battered by a massive storm and is described as "Black Mirror meets Hunger Games". Find the full programme, including more shows, workshops and performances by clicking here.
When: Friday 20 - Monday 23 April Where: ASB Waterfront Theatre, 138 Halsey St, City Visit: Atc.co.nz
Plant Magic x Satya Pop-up
As part of the art series Satellites, there is a South Indian vegetarian breakfast taking place this Saturday morning with Samrudh Akuthota of Satya Chai Lounge and Gemma Walsh of food blog Plant Magic. Upma, chai, dosa and mango lassi are on the menu, with proceeds supporting an event with social enterprise The Village Cafe in Mangere East.
When: Saturday 21 April, 9am-12pm Where: 38 Pollen St, Ponsonby Visit: Satellites.co.nz
Record Store Day
Celebrate all things vinyl this Saturday, as Auckland's best music stores celebrate Record Store Day, which shines a light on independent shops and their owners. Southbound Records, Real Groovy, Conch, Marbecks and more are set to mark the day with specials and limited releases, so head to your favourite store and show your appreciation.
When: Saturday 21 April Where: Various stores Visit: Recordstoreday.com
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When: Saturday 21 April, 12pm-6pm Where: Various locations Visit: The Facebook Event
DON'T MISS
More events to book and look forward to
NZ International Comedy Festival, April 26-May 20
Brunch Degustation with Josh Emett & Nespresso, April 28-29
Auckland Writers Festival, May 15-20
No Such Thing as a Fish, May 19
Marlon Williams, May 25
Cellfish, June 18-24
