ST PETER'S GARAGE SALE
What: Produce, bedding, linen, books, crafts, knitting, toys, sausage sizzle, Devonshire teas and more.
When: Saturday, July 11, 8.30am-11.30am.
Where: St Peter's Church, 71 Koromiko Rd.
Contact: Kathleen 345 7009
CREATIVE CARD MAKING
What: Suitable for beginners and regular crafters alike. With Julia Martin
When: Saturday, July 11, 10am-12.30pm, $10.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, Mount Saint Joseph, 14 Hillside Tce, Whanganui.
Details: To register please call Pam on 3455047 ext 3 or email pam.hopper@sosj.org.au
TALK: OBSERVATIONS OF A RURAL NURSE
What: Photographer Sara McIntyre in conversation with Curator and Public Programmes Manager Greg Donson about her work and current exhibition 'Observations of a Rural Nurse'.
When: Saturday, July 11, 11am
Where: Sarjeant On The Quay, 38 Taupō Quay, Whanganui
Details: Free entry. Enquiries 349 0506
MONDAY
NZ SOCIETY of GENEALOGISTS
What: Speaker, John Singleton on his book "London Street Games", after the AGM. Individual research available from 5pm before the meeting.
When: Monday, July 13, 6.15pm
Where: Alexander Heritage and Research Library
TUESDAY
WHANGANUI GREEN DRINKS
What: Professional photographer Mark Brimblecombe will give a presentation on 'Collapse, Dystopia, Extinction'.
When: Tuesday, July 14, 5.30pm for networking, 6pm for the talk.
Where: Stellar Bar and Restaurant, cnr Victoria Ave and Taupo Quay.
COMING UP
THE CAT IN THE HAT - BY DR SEUSS
What: Two bored kids. One rainy day. And one crazy cat wearing a red-striped hat. The time has come to have some fun, as this faithful theatrical adaptation of the classic book comes to life before your very eyes.
When: Wednesday, July 15, 10.30am & 1pm.
Where: Royal Wanganui Opera House, St Hill St.
Details: Adult / child 2 years-plus $27.50; family of 4 $25 each; group of 10-plus $20 each.
OPEN RE-PURPOSING WORKSHOP
What: With Lyn, Peter and Lynette of Sustainable Whanganui. Bring ideas & something to share for lunch. Provided are resources, support, tea & coffee.
When: Wednesday, July 15, 11am-3pm.
Where: Harekeke Room of WRRC, Maria Place Ext, next to Fire Station.
Details: phone 345 6000. Donations appreciated.
TUI MOTU GROUP
What: Tui Motu, an Independent Catholic Magazine, will challenge us to look with fresh eyes, with gospel eyes, at current social, ecological and spiritual values. Come along and contribute to the discussion — inter-church and inter-faith dialogue welcomed. With Sr Rita Cahill rsj.
When: Wednesday, July 15, 4.30-6pm
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, Mount Saint Joseph, 14 Hillside Tce, Whanganui.
Details: To register please call Pam on 3455047 ext 3 or email pam.hopper@sosj.org.au
WANGANUI AIRPORT CONTROL TOWER RESTORATION GROUP AGM 2020
What: Members and the general public are invited to the group's AGM.
When: Thursday, July 16, 7.30pm.
Where: Upper Lounge of the Christ Church Community Centre, 243 Wicksteed Street.
LITURGY
What: An Attitude of Being
When: Sunday, July 19, 4-5pm.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, Mount Saint Joseph, 14 Hillside Tce, Whanganui.
FREE ENGLISH CLASSES FOR NZ RESIDENTS
What: Are you a NZ Resident or citizen? We have free English Language classes available to all levels from beginner to upper-intermediate, including an evening class for working learners (pre-intermediate/intermediate level).
When: Term three classes start Monday, July 20.
Details: To enrol, call Jane at English Language Partners Whanganui on 06 3451778 or email wanganui@englishlanguage.org.nz
ESOL HOME TUTORS
What: Are you interested in other cultures and helping new migrants and are you keen to teach English as a volunteer tutor? English Language Partners Whanganui is running a free volunteer ESOL Home Tutor Training course.
When: Monday and Wednesday afternoons, beginning on Wednesday, July 22 from 1-4pm, and running until August 24.
Details; Contact Jane on 345 1778 or email wanganui@englishlanguage.org.nz
DVD EVENING
What: Green Book. In 1962, a world-class African-American pianist hires a tough-talking bouncer from an Italian-American neighbourhood in the Bronx, to drive him on a tour. Despite their differences, the two men develop an unexpected bond while confronting racism and danger in an era of segregation.
When: Wednesday, July 22, 6.30pm, Koha. Supper provided.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, Mount Saint Joseph, 14 Hillside Tce, Whanganui.
Details: To register please call Pam on 3455047 ext 3 or email pam.hopper@sosj.org.au
WRITE FOR HEALTH
What: With Jacque Aldridge. The years have seen my writing in many forms, and some of these form part of this workshop. Come along and enjoy a day with other seekers. $20.
When: Saturday, July 25, 9am-4pm.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, Mount Saint Joseph, 14 Hillside Tce, Whanganui.
Details: To register please call Pam on 3455047 ext 3 or email pam.hopper@sosj.org.au
FRIENDS OF THE WHANGANUI RIVER AGM
What: AGM with guest speaker Whanganui Department of Conservation ranger Jim Campbell.
When: Saturday, July 25, 2pm
Where: Brechin Lounge, St Paul's Church Community Centre, corner Guyton & Cooks streets
ON NOW
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Sara Mcintyre – Observations Of A Rural Nurse: photography exhibition.
When: Till 18 October
What: Exhibition: What it is not — Abstract works from the Sarjeant collection. This selection of works demonstrates the wide scope of New Zealand abstraction: from the calm minimalism of Stephen Bambury's 'Grey Transmuting'; the crusty Colour Field of Geoff Thornley's 'Grey/Albus No. 10'; to the Lyrical abstraction of Judy Millar's untitled drawing with paint; and the Abstract Expressionist colour explosion of Allen Maddox's 'Life's Hurdles'.
When: Till August 2
What: Together Alone: Works from the collection exploring human connections in a post-lockdown world.
When: Till November 8
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay, 38 Taupō Quay.
Details: Free entry. Enquiries to 349 0506.
What: My Choice July 2020: April Pearson
When: Throughout July
Where: Online at sarjeant.org.nz
Details: Free to view. Enquiries to 349 0506.
What: Lighting The Fire: Whanganui Potters From The Sarjeant Collection.
When: Till October 4
Where: The Sarjeant's Object Gallery above the i-Site, Taupō Quay.
Details: Free entry. Enquiries to 349 0506.
REGULAR
CAMERA CLUB
When: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month. 7pm meet and greet, 7.30pm meeting. Visitors welcome.
Where: Clubrooms, 2 Handley St, Gonville.
EUCHRE AND HOUSIE
What: Great fun, all welcome.
When: Tuesdays, 1pm start.
Where: Gonville / Castlecliff Bowling Club, 15 Caius Ave.
Details: Janice 345 6286
MINDFULNESS PRACTICE IN DAILY LIFE
What: Being fully in the present moment calms the body & mind. Thich Nhat Hanh's tradition: www.plumvillage.org
When: Thursdays 5.30-7pm
Details: Clare 021 0622 120
RIVER CITY ARTISTS
What: From beginners to established artists. New members welcome.
When: Every Thursday, 9.30am-4pm.
Where: Christ Church Community Hall, 243 Wicksteed St.
Details: Val 343 6316 or 027 4599448, Richard 343 5636.
SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING
What: Family Fun. Club nights have recommenced for adults. Classes for children and parents will recommence next term at 7.30pm on July 24, same venue.
When: Mondays and Fridays at 8pm
Where: Carlton School Hall, Carlton Ave.
Details: glendarroch@dancescottish.org.nz
SLIMMERS SUPPORT GROUP
What: Lose weight and keep it off.
When: Tuesdays, 5pm.
Cost: $10 to join; $2 weekly.
Enquiries: Ngaire 347 1613.
WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN WIDOWS FELLOWSHIP
What: Meets in a different cafe every week for encouragement, support and laughter.
Details: Jill 021 1152243
YOGA CLASSES
What: Yoga in a warm, carpeted room with friendly people. Beginners and drop-ins welcome.
When: Mondays and Wednesdays from 5.30pm-6.45pm.
Where: Quaker Meeting House, 256 Wicksteed St.
Cost: $10 per class.
Contact: Kathy — kgreensides@hotmail.com
