POT PLANTS
People who like native plants can take home a living memory from a celebrated Taranaki rainforest. On Sunday August 7 there will be another Explorer Day at Pukeiti for adults and children, and the theme is Pot a Plant.
Garden manager Andrew Brooker will lead an onsite walk and talk covering forest systems, plants, and seedlings. Participants will then get to pot-up seedlings to take home.
Wet-weather clothing is recommended for the workshop. It will be held from 10.30am to 2pm at 2290 Carrington Rd. For more information visit pukeiti.org.nz.
August 12, meet at Monica’s Eatery, 9.30am.
QUIET ART: Visit and explore the exhibitions at the Govett Brewster Art Gallery at the quietest time of the week. This time is suitable for people within the autism spectrum and visitors who want some space in the galleries. Every Monday, 3.30-6pm. TOP ART: See an exhibition of New Zealand’s 2015 secondary schools’ NCEA Level 3 art portfolios that achieved Excellence or Scholarship, including one Taranaki folio. It’s free to enter at the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre f Wednesday Aug 3, 10am – 9pm Thursday Aug 4 and 10am to 12pm Friday Aug 5. SOLO EXHIBITION: Colour & Soul is a solo exhibition by Joni Murphy. August 5 - August 30. Downtown Cafe, Okato. Cafe open daily 7am4pm. Closed Wed/Thurs.
BABES: Mums, dads and caregivers get your art fix by joining GovettBrewster staff in the cinema for a ‘virtual’ tour of the current exhibition Emanations: The Art of the Cameraless Photograph then enjoy a baby-friendly morning tea with the La Leche League New Plymouth. Friday, August 5, 10am Adults $5 (includes morning tea). Children under five, free.
NEW EXHIBITION: The Gables Art Gallery, situated next to Brooklands Zoo, now has a new exhibition entitled Still Life. that includes a few works from members of the NP Pottery Club and Te Kupenga stone carving group.The exhibition is on until August 21. Open 1-4 pm Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, the Gables has wheelchair access at the back entrance. Classes in drawing and oil painting are beginning with local artist Chris Cockitt. If NTAS members, and members of the public are interested in any of the above classes contact the workshop coordinator, Chris Cockitt, 027 674 2189 for details. .
EXHIBITION: Mokau Museum and Art Gallery. New solo exhibition by artist Barbara Clegg, July 30 September 23. For further info, phone Mokau Museum, (06) 7529 072. Open daily 10am - 4pm. Entry by gold coin donation.
ART CAFE: A colourful and creative selection of pottery by Patti and Brian Cocker is on show on the exhibition wall at the Art Cafe´ in Top Town until the end of August. The Art Cafe´ is open weekdays 8am – 4pm (3.30pm on Fridays) and Saturdays from 9.30am – 2pm. For inquiries phone 281 1183 or visit www.art-cafe.co.nz
CLUBS
SENIORNET: Help for over 50s joining the digital age, SeniorNet Rooms above Senior Citizens rooms, 27 Liardet St New Plymouth, workshop series led by Derek Baker. Friday August 5–10 am - noon, using tablets and smartphones. Friday August 12 10am-noon, video editing. For all sessions please bring your laptop or handheld device. Financial members $2, non-members $5 per session. Pre-registration by contacting office recommended. Contact SeniorNet Rooms 7594979 between 10am and midday Monday to Friday.. Email – seniornetnp@paradise.net.nz .
CARD AFTERNOONS: Euchre and Rummy afternoons at Vogeltown Bowling and Social Golf Croquet. Each Monday at 1pm, $4 includes raffle and afternoon tea. Phone Murray 7532720. Also Golf Croquet on Wednesdays and Saturdays, starting at 12 30pm.
FRIENDSHIP CLUB: Meets at Fred Tucker Hall, Parklands Ave, on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, from 12.50pm-3.30pm. Come and enjoy a round or two of social indoor bowls, or cards or mahjong, followed by a cuppa, in a relaxed, fun and friendly environment. Beginners and newcomers are most welcome. For more information, phone Ivan McCracken, 755 2088.