ON NOW
A GALLERY & GALLERY 85
What: In A Gallery – Prepare to meet your makers object art by Lauren Lysaght, Frances Stachl and Andrea du Chatenier. In Gallery 85 – In Residence (October – November 2020), photography by Brendan Kitto.
When: Opens on Friday. After that, Wednesday & Thursday 10am-4pm, Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am to 5pm, & Sunday 10am-4pm. Also by appointment, and any time when the flags are out. Viewing online at agallery.nz.
Where: 85 Glasgow Street Art Centre.
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Genuine Article. Annie Mackenzie's post-Tylee Residency exhibition, featuring woven works inspired by the paintings of Edith Collier and Joanna Margaret Paul, and the Whanganui Woollen Mills.
When: Till May 22.
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay.
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Pattillo Project: Andrea Gardner - This is the rabbit hole. In 2021 Andrea's photographic work Now I Have Your Attention won the Open Award of the Sarjeant's annual Pattillo Whanganui Arts Review. This is the rabbit hole features a new collection that explores self-portraiture through staged photography.
When: Till May 8.
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay.
SPACE STUDIO AND GALLERY
What: Gallery 1 & 2: Space Studio & Gallery Turns 10! A group exhibition featuring many Whanganui favourites; studio and exhibition artists spanning from Space's beginnings in 2012 to now. Pop-Up Gallery: Through a Small Window - Alice Fennessy.
When: Wednesday-Saturday 10am-2pm, Friday 4-6pm, or view any day, any time, online. These exhibitions close this Saturday.
Where: Space Studio & Gallery, 18 St Hill St, Whanganui.
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Finders. A group exhibition featuring artists using found materials.
When: Till May 29.
Where: The Object Gallery at i-Site, 31 Taupo Quay.
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Whanganui Arts in Review: A Survey of Past Award Winners 2011-2021, works by 23 local artists.
When: Till June 5.
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay.
REGULAR
SOCIAL SCRABBLE
What: Friendly games of Scrabble.
When: Every fortnight on a Tuesday at 1.30pm (same day as NZ superannuation).
Where: Christ Church hall - upper lounge 243 Wicksteed St.
Details: Cost $4. Contact Lynette 062130359.
WANGANUI COMMUNITY CHOIR
What: Has recommenced for the year. The Choir is a mixed choir singing four-part harmony – Soprano, Alto, Tenor & Bass. Join us if you love the joy of singing – you will not need to audition.
When: Mondays at 7pm.
Where: Riverside Christian Church, 4 Ingestre St.
Details: For more information please contact our Secretary – Edwyna - 027 360 1335 / 06- 344 7974.
WANGANUI WOMEN'S CLUB
What: Bolivia on Wednesdays $3. Bridge on Thursdays $4.
When: Weekly at 1.15pm.
Where: 39 Ingestre St.
Details: Contact Barbara 021 717 196 (Bridge) or Joy 021 0822 4949 (Bolivia). Afternoon tea provided, vaccine pass required.
SOCIAL MOTORCYCLE RIDES
What: Monthly social rides of 200-300km. Riders of all ages and genders welcome, and any brand of motorcycle with two or three wheels. Organised by the Triumph Owners Motor Cycle Club.
When: 10am on the last Sunday of every month.
Where: In front of the Wanganui Motor Boat clubrooms on Anzac Pde, 500m north of Dublin St Bridge.
Details: Just turn up, or call Tim on 021 963 280.
WHANGANUI RIVER MARKETS
What: Includes River Traders and Farmers Markets.
When: 8.30am-1pm every Saturday.
Where: Downtown Whanganui Riverbank.
COTTON ON QUILTERS
What: Quilting, patchwork and stitching in fun and friendship. Bring your lunch. The first meeting is free.
Where: Masonic Hall, corner Dublin and Keith streets.
When: First Saturday of month (except January) at 10.30am.
Contacts: Veronica Davidson 06 348 4002 or 027 280 7882 and Lesley McFarlane 06 344 8477 or 021 174 3045.
MISSION WITHOUT BORDERS
What: Operation Cover Up, the knitting arm of Mission Without Borders, knitting for needy folk overseas.
When: Last Monday of month, 1.30pm.
Where: Salvation Army Church, 4 Indus St.
Inquiries: Kathrene 344 3398.
VINYASA FLOW YOGA WITH JADE
What: Energetic Vinyasa flow yoga to kick start your week.
When: Mondays 7.30am.
Where: Wisdom Is Yours - Wellbeing Centre 200B Victoria Ave (entrance/car parks at back door in 59 Ingestre St).
Details: $13, vaccine pass required. Phone 06 345 5002 to book.
WHANGANUI CREATIVE SPACE
What: Art in Focus. Small groups, own pace and art medium supported by art tutor and assistant. Free art tuition and materials. Art for Wellbeing.
When: Tuesdays, 10am-2pm.
Where: Community Art Studio, 61 Dublin St.
Details: Call at the studio, 61 Dublin St, Whanganui on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday between 10am and 2pm, or phone/text the secretary 021 230 4095 or email whanganuics@gmail.com.
WHANGANUI MALE CHOIR
What: Male voice choir singing (songs from yesteryear and today) and comradeship.
When: Tuesdays 7-9pm (rehearsals).
Where: Jane Winstone Chapel, 49 Oakland Ave, St John's Hill.
Contact: Calvyn 021 663 587.
WANGANUI GARDEN CLUB
When: Last Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm.
Where: Dempsey & Forrest function room, Guyton St.
Details: Yvonne 027 944 2166.
WHANGANUI CITY MARKET COMMUNITY FAIR
What: Collectables, antiques, retro, vintage, fashion, pottery, glass, crafts, art, hot food, baking, plants, produce, car boot, and more.
When: Saturdays, 9am to 3pm.
Where: 40 St Hill St carpark (vehicle and pedestrian access) and 39-41 Victoria Ave (pedestrian access).
Details: 021 943 799.
BEYOND MINDFULNESS
What: Meditation in the tradition of the Dalai Lama.
When: 7pm Thursdays. Entry by koha.
Where: Chang Chup Ling Tibetan Buddhist Centre, 7 Waitote St, Castlecliff.
COMMUNITY DRUMMING WHANGANUI
What: Fun drumming, suitable for everyone.
When: Every Thursday, 6.30pm.
Where: Arts Society Hall, Trafalgar Place (off Ridgway St).
Details: $5 per visit, plus gold coin for drum use. Contact Tracy on 022 682 0136 or on Facebook.
MINDFUL LIVING
What: A foundation for engaged ethics and compassion. We welcome you to practise in Thich Nhat Hanh's tradition: www.plumvillage.org.
When: Thursdays 5.30-7pm.
Contact: Clare 021 0622 120.
WHANGANUI RIVERBANK PARKRUN
What: A free, timed 5km community walk or run.
Where: Whanganui Riverbank, opposite 282 Taupo Quay, Whanganui, 4501.
When: Every Saturday at 7.50am for 8am start.
Details: Register once for life, visit www.parkrun.co.nz and bring your printed barcode to the event.
FLORAL ART
What: Wanganui Floral Art Group.
When: 1st Tuesday of the month.
Where: Riverside Christian Church hall, Mathieson St.
Details: Shirley 927 6713 or 027 236 8046.
KOWHAINUI DAY PROGRAMME
What: Programme for elders to socialise and participate in activities.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am-3pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided.
Where: Kowhainui Home, 88 Virginia Rd, Otamatea (participants can be picked up and taken home).
Details: Call 06 349 1400 or visit www.enlivencentral.org.nz.
LYRIC SINGERS
What: Mixed voice choir.
When: Thursdays 7.30-9.15pm (rehearsals).
Where: St Andrew's Church hall, Glasgow St.
Details: New members welcome.
PETRE 60s UP
What: Speakers and/or entertainment, meals out, games afternoons, occasional trips.
When: Third Wednesday of every month, 2pm.
Where: St Andrew's Church hall, Glasgow St.
Details: Jean 345 7187 or Jenny 348 2409.
PRESENTATIONS OF SPIRITUAL TOPICS/GIFTS/WISDOM
What: Dedicated Time and Space for Spirit, from Spirit, to Spirit . A speaker will share their spiritual wisdom, there will be presentations of clairvoyants, workshops and free spiritual healing and advice.
When: Saturdays 11.30am-12.30pm.
Where: Dimensions of Light "spirits sanctuary", 200B Victoria Ave (car parks at back 59 Ingestre St)
Details: Donation, book 06 345 5002.
RIVER CITY ARTISTS
What: From beginners to established artists. New members welcome.
When: Every Thursday, 9.30am-3.30pm.
Where: Christ Church Community Hall, 243 Wicksteed St.
Details: Val 343 6316 or 027 4599448, Lynne 021 205 5991.
SATURDAY MEDITATION
What: Guided meditation. Cost is koha.
When: Saturday 10.30-11am.
Where: Wisdom Is Yours Wellbeing Centre, 200B Victoria Ave.
Details: Natasha or Kevin on 06 345 5002.
SLIMMERS SUPPORT GROUP
What: Lose weight and keep it off.
When: Tuesdays, 5pm.
Cost: $10 to join; $2 weekly.
Inquiries: Ngaire 347 1613.
THE OTHER ORCHESTRA
What: Make music using orchestral instruments.
When: Every Thursday, 9am-noon.
Where: Musicians Club, Drews Ave.
Details: kenchernoff76@gmail.com.
TRADITIONAL YOGA
What: All welcome to this breath-based, heart-centred style.
When: Monday, Thursday, Saturday 9am. Tuesday 6pm. Meditation Friday 6pm.
Where: Harrison St Community Hall, corner Harrison and Liverpool streets.
Details: Inner Light Yoga 022 6221711 and on Facebook.
WANGANUI BADMINTON
When: Monday evenings 7.30pm $8 per session timed games feather shuttles. Thursday morning 9am $6 per session timed games.
Details: Jude Hildreth 021 215 7542 or Kate Matthews 027 776 6015.
WHANGANUI GUIDED WALKING TOURS
What: Learn about Whanganui's history through its buildings, monuments, people and stories.
When: Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays at 10am and 2pm. Ring i-Site to book 349 0508.
Where: Start from the i-Site.
Details: Tours take about two hours, $10 per person.
WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN WIDOWS FELLOWSHIP
What: Meets in a different cafe every week for encouragement, support and laughter.
Details: Jill 021 115 2243.
YOGA AND PILATES WITH EDDY
Monday: 9.30am Yoga Slow, 6pm Classic Pilates. Wednesday: 6am Move! 9.30am Classic Pilates, 6pm Vinyasa Flow. Friday: 6am Move! 9.30am Yoga Slow. Saturday: 9.30am Classic Pilates, 4pm Restorative Yoga. Sunday: 9.30am Vinyasa Flow, 4pm Yin Yoga.
Where: 54A Moana St.
Details: Just turn up or check Yoga with Eddy Facebook page.
YOGA CLASSES
What: Yoga in a warm, carpeted room with friendly people. Beginners and drop-ins welcome.
When: Mondays and Wednesdays from 5.30-6.45pm.
Where: Quaker Meeting House, 256 Wicksteed St.
Details: $10 per class. Contact: Kathy - email kgreensides@hotmail.com.
YOGA FOR MEN
What: Taught by experienced male teacher. Beginners welcome.
When: Wednesdays, 6-7.15pm.
Where: Harrison St Community Hall.
Details: 022 622 1711, Facebook Inner Light Yoga.
YIN YOGA WITH JADE
What: A candle-lit Yin practice for a deep relaxing unwinding stretch.
When: Thursdays 7pm.
Where: Wisdom Is Yours - Wellbeing Centre 200B Victoria Ave (entrance/carpark at back door in 59 Ingestre St).
Details: $13, vaccination pass required, phone 06 345 5002 to book.
