WHANGANUI MUSICIANS CLUB
What: Feature bands — Rockheart Cult all girls band and Blue Veins Rock and Blues.
When: Friday, September 14, 7pm
Where: Drews Ave.
Details: Door charge $10. Contact Annie Keating 021 154 6159 Clare Gibney 021 022 79729
QUIZ NIGHT
What: Fun Quiz Night, Labour Party fund raiser. Spot prizes and raffles.
When: Friday, September 14, 7pm.
Where: Stellar Function Room.
Details: Cost $10. To join a team or make enquiries contact Rosemary 021 229 9622. email leirnz@gmail.com. or Irving 027 6899780.
FAMILY SOCIAL AND OLD TIME DANCE
What: Held by the Caledonian Society, band will be performing, good music and supper.
When: Saturday, September 15, 7.30pm.
Where: St Andrews Hall, Bell Street.
Admission: Adults $5, student with ID $3, children $1. All welcome.
POULTRY CLUB
What: Cuppa and sales followed by members sharing how they got started in poultry. All welcome, including beginners. $2 charge for expenses.
When: Saturday, September 15, midday-2pm.
Where: Mathieson Street hall.
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Artist's Talk: Glen Hayward on Dendrochronology
When: Saturday, September 15 at 11am
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay, 38 Taupo Quay
Details: Free
FRIENDSHIP FORCE
What: We are part of an International Home Hosting Group. Each month we meet for friendship and conversation.
When: 2.30pm on Sunday, September 16.
Where: The Yellow House Cafe, Dublin St.
Contact: Beth 3447679
DIABETES WANGANUI SUPPORT GROUP
What: Combined AGM and Support group. Guest Speaker: Hamish McDouall, Recent trip to our sister city. Shared afternoon tea. Public and new members welcome.
When: Sunday, September 16, 2pm.
Where: St James Church Lounge, Boydfield Street, Wanganui East. Want to know more or need transport phone Linda 027 6340007
WANGANUI STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
What: Guest speakers, entertainment, boccia, stroke support.
When: Third Tuesday of the month. Next social Tuesday, September 18, from 1.30pm.
Where: Social Centre for the Blind, Peat St.
LITURGY
When: Sunday, September 16, 4-5pm.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, 14 Hillside Tce.
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Artist's Talk: Julia Holden, the new Tylee Cottage Artist in Residence
When: Tuesday, September 18 at 7.30pm
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay, 38 Taupo Quay
Details: Free
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. Contribute to the discussion — inter-church and inter-faith dialogue is welcomed. With Sr Rita Cahill rsj.
When: Wednesday, September 19, 7-8.30pm.
Where: Josephite Retreat Centre, 14 Hillside Tce. To register call Pam on 345 5047 ext 3, or email pam.hopper@sosj.org.au
WHANGANUI MUSICIANS CLUB
What: Feature band from Australia Jed Rowe.
When: Saturday, September 22, 7pm.
Where: Drews Ave.
Cost: Members $15 Non members $20
Contact: Annie Keating 021 154 6159 Clare Gibney 021 022 79729
MODEL RAILWAY AND ENGINEERING SOCIETY
What: Open day. Gold coin entry.
When: Saturday, September 22, 1-4pm.
Where: Club rooms, 70a Alma Rd.
DYE & FELT WORKSHOPS
What: Week One: Using acid dyes, dye your supplied scarf kit of merino, silk and embellishments.
Week Two: Create a felted art scarf using your dyed kit, or purchase one of mine.
When: September 15 to dye scarf kit etc. September 22 to create felt scarf.
Where: Week One: howifelt studio, 37 Hood St.
Week Two: As above or Duncan Pavilion depending on numbers.
Cost: $120 for both Saturdays, or $70 for one. Limited numbers.
Contact: Karen Workman (06) 9275299 karenkiwi5@gmail.com 02040740466
SUE COOKE EXHIBITION
What: CENTRAL, North Island — Central Plateau, South Island — Central Otago.
When: Till September 30, Monday-Friday 1-5pm or by appointment.
Where: SUE COOKE-ARTIST, 68a Guyton St, Whanganui
Contact: 027 6150 634, 06 3450156
Website: www.suecooke.co.nz
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Edith Collier: Ahead of her Time.
When: until November 4
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay, 38 Taupo Quay
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: Glen Hayward, DENDROCHRONOLOGY
When: Till December 2
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay, 38 Taupo Quay
Details: Free
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: In the Hand, a group show of artworks on an intimate scale
When: Until Jan 20, 2019
Where: Sarjeant object gallery, above the iSite, 31 Taupo Quay
Details: Free
SARJEANT GALLERY
What: 125: Celebrating Women from the Collection
When: Until 2 Feb 2019
Where: Sarjeant on the Quay, 38 Taupo Quay
Details: Free
HANDCRAFTS
What: Handcraft Wanganui quality handcrafts sold by local people.
When: First Saturday of each month, 9am-1pm
Where: Wanganui Community Arts Centre, 19 Taupo Quay, rear room also accessible from the river.
Contact: Carol Neal, 064273711670
WANGANUI GARDEN CLUB
What: Raffles, speakers, friendly competitions. Garden visits and activities throughout the year. Reasonable annual subscription.
When: 7.30pm last Wednesday of the month.
Where: Dempsey and Forrest lounge Guyton St.
Contact: Club Secretary Yvonne 0279442166 or steveandeve05@gmail.com
SLIMMERS' SUPPORT GROUP
What: Lose weight and keep it off.
When: Tuesdays, 4.30-5.30pm.
Cost: $10 joining fee with $2 weekly.
Enquiries: Ngaire 347 1613.
OFF THE WALL GALLERY
What: Exhibition Mellow Magnificent Yellow.
Were: 180 Victoria Ave.
When: Wed-Sat, 11am-3pm or by appointment ph Christine 021 988 387.
RIVER CITY UKES
What: Bring your ukulele to gain confidence and improve your skills.
When: Second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 7pm-9pm.
Where: Club Metro, 13 Ridgway St.
EXPLORARTZ
What: Free community Art Space.
When: Wednesdays and Thursdays 9am till 3pm.
Where: 61 Dublin St.
Contact: wcsarttutor@gmail.com or phone 027 333 5217.
CARD MAKING CLASSES
When & where: monthly Wednesday & Thursday evenings, Saturday mornings, venue on registration.
Cost: $15.
Contact: Julia 0277288436.
RIVER CITY ARTISTS
What: Artists of all levels, all media.
When: Thursdays, 9.30am-4pm.
Where: Christ Church Community Hall, Wicksteed St.
Contact: Val Donkervoort 343 6316, 0274 599448, or Wendy Kelly 344 5495.
MEDITATION
What: open meditation class.
When: Wednesdays, 12.30pm; Saturdays 10.30am.
Cost: Koha
Where: Wisdom is Yours 200b Victoria Ave
Details: 063455002 or 0272531858.
MEDITATION CLASS
What: Drop-in class to help solve daily problems, experience lasting happiness and help others do the same.
When: Thursdays 6pm-7.30pm, with Gen Demo.
Where: Arts Centre, 19 Taupo Quay (riverside entry).
Details: www.meditateinpalmerstonnorth.org.
MISSION WITHOUT BORDERS
What: Operation Cover Up, the knitting arm of Mission Without Borders, knitting for needy folk overseas.
When: Last Monday of every month at 1.30pm. Please note change of day.
Where: Salvation Army Church, 4 Indus St.
Inquiries: Jenny 343 6865.
INDOOR BOWLS
What: All welcome; no experience necessary.
When: Thursdays, 1pm.
Where: Sr Mary's Hall, Guyton St.
Inquiries: Brian Cummings 06 3476460.
YOGA CLASSES
What: Yoga in a warm, carpeted room with friendly people. Beginners and drop-ins welcome.
When: Wednesdays from 5.30pm-6.45pm.
Where: Quaker Meeting House, 256 Wicksteed St.
Cost: $10 per class.
Contact: Kathy 348 0020.
TABLE TENNIS
What: Social table tennis for all ages and abilities.
When: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9am-midday, Monday 7.30pm-9pm.
Where: Jubilee Stadium.
Cost: $4 per session.
Contact: Jenny 343 7461.
MAHJONG
What: Learn this fascinating game.
More info: Jane Bleackley 343 7687 or Jenny Williams 027 5232409.
SOCIAL BADMINTON
When: Thursdays from 9.30am.
Where: Springvale Stadium.
Contact: Enid 3478290.
WHANGANUI SCRABBLE CLUB
What: We gather to play scrabble most Mondays. We welcome players of all abilities, use dictionaries and offer new members help and training.
When: Most Mondays 1-4pm.
Where: Gonville Library (back room).
Contact: Lynne 027 428 5758 (after midday).
BOLIVIA CARD GROUP
What: Learn a social card game and meet new friends.
When: Every Monday, 1pm-4pm.
Where: Laird Park Bowling Club, 92 Peat St (next to netball courts).
Cost: $3 per person per session.
Contact: Serena 345 1664, or Pauline or Liz at the club on 347 8808.
AL-ANON MEETINGS
What: Confidential and anonymous programme for those affected by a friend's or family member's drinking.
When: Tuesdays, 7.30pm.
Where: Quaker Rooms, 256 Wicksteed St.
Cost: No fees but koha appreciated
CRAFT CLUB
What: Central Baptist Craft Club. Creche provided.
When: Friday mornings from 9.30am-11.30am in school terms.
Where: Central Baptist Church, Wicksteed St.
LYRIC SINGERS
What: Lyric Singers is an unauditioned choir for male and female voices. New singers welcome.
When: Rehearsals Thursdays, 7.30pm, St Andrew's Church, Glasgow St.
Inquiries: Contact Joanna Love 345 9073 or email joannalove52@gmail.com
TRAM RIDES
When: Public service Sundays, 1pm -3pm. Private groups by arrangement.
Where: The Tram Barn, 29 Taupo Quay.
Information: Ph 345 7034.
FREE MARKETING & ADVERTISING ADVICE
What: Free advice for small and medium Whanganui businesses.
Details: Phone 021 1651882, email steve@stevebaron.co.nz for information.
SUNDAY MARKET
What: Castlecliff Sunday Market.
Where: 5 Bryce St. Opposite old fire station.
When: Sunday 11am-3pm. Sites $5. Free for charities.
Contact: Community Event Services 027-2644-399 or www.marketdays.nz.
WHANGANUI GUIDED WALKING TOURS
When: By appointment, weather permitting.
Where: Depart from Whanganui i-Site.
Details: $10 per person. For appointment phone i-Site 349 0508
ADULT COLOURING-IN GROUP
What: Small friendly group who love colouring in.
When: Thursdays 9.30am-midday.
Where: Central Baptist Church, Wicksteed St.
Cost: $2.
CALEDONIAN SOCIETY
What: Music, dancing, entertainment and a home-cooked supper at 10pm.
When: Every third Saturday, 7.30pm-10.30pm.
Where: St Andrews Hall, Bell St.
Admission: adults $5, students with ID $3, children $1. All welcome.
Details: Joey or Karen on 343 2588 or Elizabeth 022 188 4369.
EUCHRE AND TABLE TENNIS (SOCIAL)
When: Wednesdays, 6.30-9pm.
Where: Putiki Parish Hall, Anaua St, Putiki. Next to church.
Details: Supper provided. $2 door charge, Euchre $3.
Contact: Wally 3452628, Bux 3445478.
MINDFULNESS
What: A small group practising mindfulness in everyday life. All welcome.
When: Thursdays 5.30pm-7pm and some Sunday afternoons. Contact Clare 021 0622 120. www.plumvillage.org.
OUTRAGEOUS GALLERY
What: Local artists showcase art in a gallery setting.
Where: 112 Carlton Ave, Tawhero.
When: Thursday to Sunday 10am-4pm.
Contact: Tony or Chris 063477970.
WIDOWS' CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
What: Companionship, support and laughter for widows.
When: Casual weekly meeting in a café.
Contact: Kay text/ph 0276947952 or email kaywozhere@gmail.com.
BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT
What: Mothers offering peer breastfeeding support.
When: First Friday of month, 10am-12noon.
Where: 75 St Hill St.
Contact: Jacqueline Brand-Holt 0211359948.
WANGANUI LIONS CLUB
What: International Service Club. Our motto "WE SERVE".
When: 2nd and 4th Monday, 5.30pm start.
Where: The Grand Hotel, Whanganui.
Contact: Terry Carmody, tcarmody2003@gmail.com, 027 344 4440
BUSINESS NETWORKING GROUP
What: Want to grow your business? Why not join Business Network International?
When: Wednesdays at 7am.
Where: Aramoho Rowing Club on Somme Pde.
Contact: colin.thompson@nztravelbrokers.co.nz or 06 348 2498.
EMOTIONS ANONYMOUS
What: Emotional Wellness 12 step programme and support group.
When: Sundays, 1.30pm.
Where: Castlecliff Pavillion.
Cost: No fees but Koha appreciated.
CREATE AND CONNECT
What: Free community art space. Be creative in a supportive environment.
When: Tuesdays 9.30am-12.30pm.
Where: 48 Alma Rd.
CREATIVE ART WORKSHOPS
What: dream-imagine-create. View creative items using different mediums. Classes at times to suit.
When: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday midday to 4pm. Saturday 10am-4pm.
Where: 50 Guyton St.
Contact: Jan 06 3453121. Facebook — Rishworth tatty mixed media.
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