AUGUST 25 THURSDAY

Meditation: The Art of Living Foundation, an international charitable organisation that promotes health and well-being, offers I Meditate NZ every Thursday, 6.30pm-7.45pm at Kadampa Buddhist Temple, 205 Great South Rd, Papatoetoe. Ph Neelu 279 3060. Indoor bowls: St George Bowls & Sports Club meets every Tuesday and Thursday 1pm at 86 Cambridge Terrace, Papatoetoe. Ph Norm021 0299 8566.

JP service: JP services are available at the CAB Office, Toia Recreation Centre, Avenue Rd, Otahuhu. The service desk is open Mondays and Thursdays, 10am-1pm. Ph Tamati 276 2589. enjoy the company of like-minded women. Ph Beverley 278 4400 or Yvonne 266 9647.

Probus: Mangere Bridge Combined Probus Club meets every fourth Friday of the month, 9.45am at The Bridge Bowling Club, Taylor Rd, Mangere Bridge. Guest speakers and monthly trips. Ph Bev 634 6091.

To celebrate National Poetry Day: we are honoured to launch a collection of poetry by local author, Helen Tau’au Filisi. Please join us! Date: Friday 26 August

Time: 12:45 for a 1:00pm start. Refreshments will be served. Please call 096366797 for more information.