HAWERA

CAKE DECORATING: How about learning some new skills in a happy friendly environment? CakeArt Taranaki South meets on a monthly basis on the second Wednesday of each month at St. John’s Hall, 184 Princes Street, Hawera at 7.30pm. We are a non-profit organisation, operating locally but part of the New Zealand Cake Decorating Guild framework. Our low operating costs mean that our annual subscription is minimal (currently $10 per annum) plus National Guild Fees. Our activities include Demonstrations and Workshops which may be attended by both Guild members as well as interested persons from outside of our membership. Young or old, male or female, why not come along and maybe enhance some of your baking projects? For further information, contact Lynne on 06 2786249 or Steve on 06 7656762.

TOY LIBRARY: Kiddylandz Toy Library Hawera. Open every Thursday 10am-noon (during the school term) and Saturdays 10.30 -11.30am in the AOG Church building, 192-194 High St. Come in for a free play or become a member and take some great toys home with you. Hot drinks and baby change table available. For more details check our Facebook page: Kiddylandz Toy Library, Hawera South Taranaki. PLAY GROUP: Our playgroup is called The Village and we offer free play based around active movement using a range of sports and creative gear for pre-schoolers. We meet every Wednesday from 9.30-11am, entry is gold coin donation. Venue: Presbyterian Hall Argyle Street Hawera. On the first Wednesday of every month we also host a baby wearing meet with carriers to try and hire.

TAI CHI: Tai Chi Chuan/Qigong classes Thursdays, Savage Club Hall, Princess St, Hawera, 12.15 - 1.15pm and 5.15 - 6.16pm Thursdays. Suitable for the beginner to the advanced, any age. Phone Judi 027 2682601 or email jharre@primowireless.co.nz. TENNIS: St Joseph’s Tennis Club, Monday afternoon group coaching available from October 10 and Individual coaching available now. Saturday competition teams for primary, senior Bs and A grades are currently being organised. Club registrations including competition team membership $60 or $80 (age determined). Registration and inquiries to Leanne (06) 278 1069 or 021 251 8002 email stjosephs.tennis@gmail.com TOASTMASTERS: Naumai South Taranaki Toastmasters Club. Do you want to improve your communication skills and confidence to speak in public? Learn in a supportive and friendly environment. The club meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 6.30pm at the Fonterra Learning Centre Manawapou Rd, Hawera. Visitors most welcome. For more information phone Gerard 06 2785165 or email Naumai@toastmasters.org.nz. SENIOR NET: Hawera, Hawera Club Building, 38 High St. Classes 9.30am 11.30am and 1.30pm-3.30pm and early evening on request. We have lots to offer to adults who wish to enjoy and develop skills in computer, smart phone, iPads and tablets. New members welcome, please bring computers and devices when coming to enrol. For further information contact, Raewyn Williams 06 764 8527 or Beryl

Birkett 06 278 7149.

GIRL GUIDES: Hawera Pippin, Brownie, Guide and Ranger Units welcome new members to join their groups. Ages are from 5 - 17yrs. Please contact Jennie - 027 693 6117 or visit www.girlguidingnz.org.nz for more information.

ST JOHN YOUTH: Thursdays, 5.30pm in the St John Hall, Princes

St, Hawera, with programmes for 6-18 years old. For more information contact the youth manager Pauline Webby on 06 278 6331 or 027 4040922.

ZUMBA: Monday nights, 5.30pm at Ohawe Hall or Tuesday and Thursday nights, 5.45pm at Ramanui School Hall in Hawera. $5 per class, please bring water. Suitable for all fitness levels. Visit http:/ /rachaelharris.zumba.com.

WORLD HABITAT DAY: Monday, October 3, Lake Rotokare 10am 2pm $5 per child 8yrs+. Come and take part in a survival game. Please bring something to share for morning tea and a packed lunch. Booking are essential and spaces are limited so call or email the Education Team to secure your child’s spot now. 06 764 8550 educator@rotokare.org.nz HAWERA BIKE POLO: Every Sunday, 3pm, King Edward Park, Hawera. Come along and have a go! Check for updates on the group’s Facebook page. Bring $10 to cover the cost of mallets. Email inquiries to doug.dscott@yahoo.co.nz.

CAMERA CLUB: Hawera Camera Club meets on the second Tuesday

HOLIDAY FUN

Pioneer Village is holding a variety of interesting, fun activities for children these school holidays, including constructing dioramas. These are models representing scenes with three-dimensional figures. Children can also design and make a board game or make dream catchers, plus much more. See details on page 20. of the month at 7pm at Mt Egmont Alpine Club Rooms, Hicks Park, Waihi Rd, Hawera. Photo safaris, tips, competitions, speakers. New members welcome. For more information contact Mary Moore at mayree@xtra.co.nz or at 06 274

8873 or find us on Facebook.