KA¯ PITI EVENTS
Please note that COVID vaccine passes are required to enter Kāpiti Coast District Libraries and for all Library events. Masks are required to be worn inside the library at all times and physical distancing of 1m is encouraged. For further details about any event please contact the Kāpiti Coast District Council on (04) 286 4700 or 0800 486 486.
Please note that Tamariki Time sessions at Paraparaumu and Ōtaki Libraries have been cancelled until further notice.
Digital Drop-ins: Libraries are once again offering this service for any problems or questions re your devices: Paraparaumu Library – Monday to Friday 10am-11am. Ōtaki Library – Thursday 24 March 2-3pm, Tuesday 29 March 2-3pm, Wednesday 30 March, 9.30am-10.30am.
Justice of the Peace Services - Paraparaumu Library - Thursday 24 March 10.30am-12.30pm, Friday 25 March 10.30am-12.30pm, Saturday 26 March 10.30am-12.30pm, Monday 28 March 10.30am-12.30pm, Tuesday 29 March 10.30am12.30pm, Wednesday 30 March, 2-4pm. Ōtaki Library – Monday 28 March 10.30am-12.30pm. You can also find a local JP through https:// justiceofthepeace.org.nz/
Genealogy Public Help Sessions - Paraparaumu Library and Ōtaki Library Wednesday 30 March 10am-12noon
Skinny Jump – Kāpiti Libraries have partnered up with the Skinny Jump service to provide super-affordable broadband to Kāpiti homes. For further details about eligibility see www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/libraries
Ōtaki Library – Monthly Volunteer Kāpiti drop-in session, Wednesday 30 March, 10am12noon. Volunteer Kāpiti chats to people that are interested in volunteering to find a role that is right for them. They are also here for Ōtaki community organisations to provide advice and support on all things volunteering, from finding the right people to volunteer policy and promotion. More info at www.volunteerkapiti.org.nz
Special event – Neighbours’ Day Aotearoa in your library! 18-27 March. All welcome. Bring/ swap/take a recipe, drop off surplus produce/ seeds or donate non-perishable food items to the Kāpiti Foodbank.
AKO Skills Café – free online talk “Love Food, Hate Waste, Know How”. Friday 25 March, 10.30am-11.30am. Learn how to make the most of your weekly shop! Register through www. kapiticoast.govt.nz/libraries
Yoga for the Not-so-bendy. Monday 6-7pm, Waikanae Community Beach Hall, 24 Rauparaha Street. A gentle introduction to yoga for beginners or those who are less flexible. $12 drop-in or $70 for 7 classes. Contact Catherine at hauorayoga@gmail.com or 021 0270 4400 to book your space. More info about Hauora Yoga’s classes at hauorayoga.co.nz
Toastmasters of Waikanae - Meetings 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at 7-30pm in the Waikanae Arts and Crafts rooms 27a Elizabeth Street Waikanae. Currently holding Zoom meetings. For details contact Neil 0274 417 229
Waikanae Arts and Crafts Society -The Round Tuit Group. If you have any projects that are waiting till you get “round to it” or if you would like to start a new project, then come & join our group. We are a small, creative, friendly group and we always have a variety of projects on the go, including sewing/alterations. We meet on the 1st, 3rd & 4th Wednesday of each month 10am- 3pm & 2nd Wednesday 10am-1pm, 29a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). All welcome! Contact Karen 021 139 3955
Kāpiti Womens’ of Paraparaumu - A club for mature women to meet monthly. The third Thursday of each month. 9.45am start at the Ocean Road Community Hall. Guest Speakers and Interest Groups. Enquiries welcome, contact Stephanie: 298 1661
Cancer Society Centre Kāpiti - We are still open and would love to see you. Proof of vaccination will be required. We will also support unvaccinated whānau through phone or via an outside visit. Our garden is also available, with food and herbs to support those effected. Visit us at 27 Kāpiti Road, Paraparaumu or give us a call on (04) 298 8514.
Community Meal – 11.30am-12.30pm at Coast Community Church, 57 Hinemoa Street Paraparaumu, every first and third Saturday of the month. All welcome and a 3-course meal provided. Vaccine passes are required for eating in, takeaways are available with no vaccine pass. You can bring a koha if you wish, but not necessary.
Mulled Wine Concerts - present German Concert Pianist Michael Endres on Sunday April 10 at 2.30 PM. Mozart K 282, Schumann Kinderscenen Op 15, Gershwin and Schubert D 960. Memorial Hall, 96 The Parade, Paekakariki. Tickets $30/15 (Student under 16) Door Sales $35. Online sales - marygow@ gmail.com. Jenoa shop, Waikanae, Moby Dickens’ Bookshop and PO, Paraparaumu Beach, Magpie at Mana. www.mulledwineconcerts.com
Tokowhā - Sunday 27 March, 12.30pm and 3.30pm - Waikanae Memorial Hall. Waikanae Music Society presents Tokowhā, an exciting young male voice quartet touring nationwide for Chamber Music New Zealand. They will present a varied programme of cherished opera melodies, lieder, popular show songs, Māori and Pasifika medleys and much more. There will be two performances at 12.30 and 3.30. Audience numbers are restricted to 100 and admission preference will be given to Waikanae Music Society members. Door sales only. www.waikanaemusic.org.nz
Mindful and Meditation – This Guru Yoga practice develops tools to navigate everyday living in the contemporary world and provide meaning in life. Suitable for both beginners and experienced, limited spaces. Sessions are Friday 1st April 6-7.30pm and Saturday 2nd April 9.30am12pm. At the Kotare Room, Queen Elizabeth Park. Friday $10, Saturday $15. For more info and to register for one or all sessions by contacting eoyelland@gmail.com, 021 578 601.
Ngā Manu Easter Celebration - Enjoy a family day out with Easter activities, Easter Rock hunt & daily prizes up for grabs. 2pm eel feeding. 15th – 18th April, 10am to 5pm. Where: Ngā Manu Nature Reserve, 74 Ngā Manu Reserve Rd, Waikanae, 539.