1. POETRY

Open mic poetry, Kings Theatre Creative, 80 Gillies St Kawakawa, August 28, 1.30-4pm. Celebrate National Poetry Day; bring a poem to share or listen to local poets.

2. SENIORS

Age Concern Kaitaia & District, Seniors Linking Together. Share interests, hobbies and conversation. September 7, 10am-12 midday. Cornerstone Christian Centre, Kaitaia. Phone Gayle 09

408 2997.

3. FESTIVAL

Street Festival, Main Street Kaitaia, September 8, 10am-1pm. Celebrate Adult Learners Week, free, all ages. Phone 09 408 1380.

4. SHOPPING

Bus trip to Whangarei, September 6, leaving from Kingston House Kerikeri, 9.15am, visiting Farmers and Okara, returning 4.30pm. $25. Phone Margaret 09 407 7638.

5. THEATRE

Under the Same Moon, play about cultural misunderstandings and poignant comedy. Te Ahu Centre, Kaitaia, September 13, 7.30pm. Visit eventfinda.co.nz