KA¯ PITI EVENTS
monthly evening meeting of the Kapiti Society of Friends. 2nd Monday of each month 7pm at Natural Healing Raumati 22 Margaret Rd Raumati Beach. An opportunity to come together in silence, to experience stillness and that of God in everyone. Coffee, tea and light refreshments included – no charge. Quaker.org.na/overview
every Tuesday 11am - 1.00pm outside the new library, Waikanae Town Centre. Fresh locally grown vegetables and berries, honey, crafts, gifts, plants, jewellery and more. Shop Local!
is welcoming new members. If you’d like to try singing in a relaxed, fun and supportive environment, then Term 1 starts from Tuesday 4th February from 7pm to 8.30pm. We meet at Kapiti Uniting Parish Community Hall, 10 Weka Rd, Raumati Beach. Your first night is free, so come along and give it a try. Any queries you can find us on Facebook or email – kapiticommunitychoir@gmail.com
for 1 hour on Wednesday mornings in Raumati Beach to share your knowledge with our participants. Could be healthy eating or seated tai chi, budgeting or something you are passionate about. If you’d like to be involved contact Shona/Wendy on 04 299 6981 or info@tearakorowai.org.nz
invites you to come along and try traditional African American music. Every Thursday starting from 30th January 7pm at Paraparaumu Community Centre, Ngahina St. First night free. Email: kapiti.gospel@gmail.com
@ Lindale Village, fundraiser for the Aussie firefighters on Thursday 6 February from 10am - 2pm. Over 50 stalls, entertainment by Black Eyed Suzie and Look Both Ways, raffles, artworks for sale and more. See The Lindale Village Facebook page for event details.
come along on Friday mornings from 7 February at 10 am, in the summer room at Paraparaumu Memorial Hall, Tutanekai Street, Paraparaumu for just $3 a class. Contact Kerrin or Wayne for further information on
022 108 3562 or email kerway25@gmail.com or just come along for the most fun you’ll have all year!
our local garden club is holding their first meeting for the year. At the Ocean Rd Community Centre
7pm Friday 7th Feb. Murray Bridges our resident expert will be speaking about managing our summer gardens and giving advice. All welcome . Sales table, supper and raffles. More Info ring Marilyn 021 163 2040.
Fergus Barrowman, Publisher for Victoria University Press, has launched a new series of ‘New Zealand Classics’. On Sunday 9 February at 2 pm in the Paraparaumu Library meeting room he’ll discuss how they chose the list and listen to your opinions about what titles ought to be added. All welcome. Admission by koha.
New Zealand’s greatest pianist Michael Houstoun, soon to retire, makes his farewell appearance for the Waikanae Music Society playing a concert of Bach with the
Amici Ensemble. Waikanae Memorial Hall, 2.30pm, Sunday 9 February www.waikanaemusic.org.nz Phone 04 905 6070 or 04 293 4025
each Sunday from 9 Feb 4pm until 6.30pm. Teams of 3 (only one club bowler max per team). Individuals welcome. Bowls provided need flat soled shoes. $3 per week per player + Sausage Sizzle $2. Perfect summertime sport with colleagues or just your mates. Otaki Bowling Club 15 Waerenga Rd Otaki. Contact: Paul Selby 06 9279015.
introduction for all ages. Starts 7pm Monday 10 February $10 covers incidentals. Tea and coffee supplied. Ph Chris Jackson 04 9020606.
commencing Wednesday 12 February 10am Paraparaumu Baptist Church. Music, fun and fellowship. 77 Ruapehu St Paraparaumu. Contact 04 2987766.
February meeting to be held at 7:30 pm on Wednesday 12 February at Scot’s Hall, Weka Road, Raumati Beach. The speaker will be Keith Betteridge who will talk about making Japanese Screens. All welcome.
would you like to learn how to tell a good story? Kathleen will guide you through on Wednesdays 10a.m. STARTING WED 12th FEB at the Wellbeing hub 8 Weka Road, Raumati Beach. Free. programme@tearakorowai.org.nz
February 14th Ross and Cathy will entertain us. Usual fabulous afternoon tea. $3. entry plus raffles. All welcome.
See you at the Ocean Road Community Centre 2pm.
Enquiries Ph Susan 905 9578.
with Waikanae Scottish Country Dance Club. Beginners lessons 14, 21, 28 February, 7.30pm. $5 per lesson. Waikanae Beach Hall, 22A Rauparaha St, Waikanae Beach. Contact Sylvia 027 299 2326
until 16 Feb: In One Piece, Michelle Walton (Backhouse) and Mahara Marks 25 Years, Robin Rogerson,
Mary Zohrab & Bob Gibbs
in support of Blind & Low Vision Kapiti (formerly Blind Foundation). Saturday 15 February, 1 Matatua Rd, Raumati Beach, 10am start. $15 entry. Contact Roger Matthews 04 297 1209 or 027 435 0825 roger-matthews@slingshot.co.nz
bring a Friend in Feb for double the fun! Join Zumba Gold with Anna during February with a friend and your first class is 2 for the price of 1. For the active older adult, anyone recovering from illness or injury, or beginners. $7/class Paraparaumu Memorial Hall Mon 11am, Wed 10am, Thurs 11am & Te Horo Village Hall Mon & Fri 9.30am. Anna 021 02430430.
Tues 18 Feb at Waikanae rooms. Unattached brothers welcome. To experience a Lodge which offers a good, social Masonic event call Mal on (04) 905 1658 for further details. Ring me also for further information, if you are a would-be Mason; we are happy to talk.
Charity Bowls Day in support of Blind & Low Vision Kapiti (formerly Blind Foundation). Saturday 15 February, 1 Matatua Rd, Raumati Beach, 10am start. $15 entry. Contact Roger Matthews 04 297 1209 or 027 435 0825. roger-matthews@slingshot.co.nz
State Hwy 1 opposite New World, Otaki 9am-2pm on every Sunday for the Summer months. A full market offering a wide variety of great stalls, worth dropping in to visit our friendly stallholders and check all the tempting goodies on offer. Market inquiries please contact Georgie 0272341090.
Want some support with your mental wellbeing? Come along to our safe supportive space mornings Mondays to Thursdays 10 – 1 pm 8 Weka Road, Raumati Beach programme@tearakorowai.org.nz
Society welcome new people to join our craft groups meeting weekly - knitting/spinning/crochet, miniature making, painting, sewing/dressmaking, round tuit, weaving, embroidery, needle felting and cardmaking. Ph: 06-3643115 or 0274-171171, Email: waikanaeartsandcraftssoc@gmail.com
a place where anybody can come and feel welcome. Boomerang is open to anyone who thinks they may benefit from attending. Every Wednesday 10am-4pm. Upstairs at The Shed Project - 20 Tongariro St Paraparaumu. For more information contact Alison 0210421243.
Sunday 1st March Otaki OMRC Racecourse Te Roto Road Otaki 10am to 2pm (gates open from 9am to 3pm). Car Show is open to all make & model cars. Entry Fee $10.00 to show your car, Public viewing Gold Coin Donation. Coffee & Food karts will be onsite, serving delicious food & drinks. This is a community Fundraising Event for Otaki Volunteer Fire Brigade. Hosted by KHZZCC. Contact Mike 0275926573.
Saturday 28 March 8.30am – 12.30pm Waikanae Memorial Hall Pehi Kupa St Waikanae.
Mondays 7-9pm, Waikanae Memorial Hall. A safe, fun environment with the option of learning roller derby.
Call 027 671 1595 for more info.
All event details must be received by 5pm on the Friday before the next edition of the paper. Email to pat.cumming@ka¯ pitinews.co.nz. Also listen to Newstalk ZB for community notices.