CLUB LISTINGS
Regular events
Napier Arts Club: Have company while you paint, or get help if beginning. Monday to Thursday each week and Wednesday evening. Inquiries: Joan 027 604 4616 or Angela 022 396 5752.
Chronic fatigue/chronic conditions support: ME/CFS Support Hawke’s Bay supports people living with energy limiting and chronic pain conditions including ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, autoimmune, long COVID and similar. Support group meetings, services and resources inquiries: Community support coordinator 021 024 765 95 or email sandra@mecfsh.onmicrosoft.com.
Bluff Hill Bowling Club: Bowls suits people of all ages and levels of fitness. We welcome you to join us at any of our open days- Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 1pm, and Thursday Twilight from 5.15pm. Bowls are provided, and no cost for your first month. Call Secretary Jay on 027 774 2509 for further information.
Knox Op Shop: Wilson Hall, Ahuriri. Tuesdays and Thursdays 9.30am-3.30pm. Clothes, books, toys, bric-a-brac, kitchenware, tools, linen. To donate: Peter 0274 475300.
Scouts: Boys and girls aged 5 to 18: Greendale Tamatea Scout Group, York Ave, Tamatea: greendaletamatea@group.scouts. nz, St Augustine’s Scout Group, Latham St, Marewa: staugustinesnapier@group.scouts.nz, Westshore Sea Scouts, Meanee Quay, Westshore: westshore@group.scouts.nz.
E-Bike Social Riders: 9.30am starts on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Different rides to suit a range of e-bike riders. Inquiries: Facebook or Charlie Davey 027 289 8717.
Hawke’s Bay VW Owners Club:
Regular meets for VW owners around the Bay. Inquiries: www. hawkesbayvwclub.co.nz or Facebook.
Napier Central Tae Kwon Do:
Tuesday and Thursday 6pm7.30pm, St Augustine’s Scout Hall, Marewa. Inquiries: Mark Wibberley 027 278 4415.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hawke’s Bay:
Mentors needed - aged between 18-70 years old. One hour a week providing support to a young person who needs a friend. Inquiries: 022 175 2296 or email: hawkesbay@bbbs.nz.
Napier City Petanque Club: Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday from 1pm, plus twilight play on Thursday, 5pm during daylight saving, Nelson Park off Jull St/ Kennedy Rd. Inquiries: Mike - 0275 317 808 or email: napierpetanque@gmail.com.
Nelson Park Tennis Club: Morris St, off Latham St, Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Inquiries: Dave 027 602 7202 and Grant 027 659 0671.
Bowls maranui: Lee Rd, Taradale (opposite Z). Wednesday and Saturday 1pm. Bowls and coaching available. Enquiries: Merle (06) 844 5568 or Ngaire (06) 844 4680.
Taradale U3A: Study and social groups for older citizens. Inquiries: www.taradaleu3a.org.nz or phone Peter on 0274 795 403 or email president@taradaleu3a.org.nz.
Curtain Bank Red Cross Hawke’s Bay: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9.30am-noon, 33 Dunlop St,
Onekawa. Upcycling donated curtains to families in need. Requests on a referral basis via Child Healthy Homes, Te Taiwhenua O Heretaunga, Social Services-Family Start and Napier Family Centre. Enquiries: Curtainbankhb@redcross.org.nz. Drop-off for donating curtains: Napier Red Cross Service Centre (35 Cadbury Rd, Onekawa), Hastings Red Cross Service Centre (823 Heretaunga Street W. Hastings) Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm and at The Curtain Bank.
Menzshed Napier: For senior men to meet, work on a project, or chat over tea or coffee. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9am1pm. Inquiries: Mike (06) 843 6977 or Paddy (06) 834 1009.
Napier Senior Citizens: 85 Munroe St, Monday and Thursday, 500; Tuesday, Rummikub, Mahjong and bowls; Wednesday; Five Crowns and Quiddler; Friday, members only house. Inquiries: (06) 835 7046.
Bowls Taradale: Behind the Taradale Club in Wharerangi Rd, Greenmeadows. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturday afternoons (weather permitting) from 1pm. No experience needed. Bowls and coaching provided. Inquiries: Malcolm 027 249 2513 or Alan (06) 845 1435.
Citizens Advice Bureau Napier: Free confidential information and advice on any subject. Napier Citizens Advice Bureau, ground floor of Bower House, next to The Warehouse carpark, 9am to 4pm weekdays, 9.30-10.30am on
Saturdays. Inquiries: (06) 835 9664, free on 0800 367 222 or email on napier@cab.org.nz. No appointment necessary.
Volunteering Hawke’s Bay: For all volunteering requirements. The Hive, 200 Market St North, Hastings. Inquiries: www. volunteeringhb.org.nz or 022 503 9271.
Peoples Advocacy Society: Free to anyone seeking advice and assistance in dealing with Winz, IRD and general welfare. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9.30am-1.30pm, Napier Office in the Citizens Advice Bureau, 18 Bower St, Napier South. Inquiries: Phone 06 834 0206 or email: info@pashb.nz
BikeNZ Intro to Road & Everyday Cycling: Free cycle skills training for adults. Bookings essential. Inquiries: Vicki Butterworth, BikeNZ, (06) 845 9336 x 722 or email vicki. butterworth@bikenz.org.nz.
Age Concern: 98 Taradale Rd, Monday-Friday, 8am-3pm. Fun, social activities for seniors: luncheons, morning teas, Sit’n Be Fit, tai chi, shopping trips and outings. Inquiries: (06) 842-1346.
Space sessions: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday. Discussions on child development and relevant parenting topics, music and movement, play and socialising. Inquiries: Nic (06) 876-8448 or nicburkin@gmail.com
Meeanee Playgroup: Preschoolers learn through play. $2 per family. Inquiries: 844-4297. Playcentre Sessions. Inquiries: Pip, 878-5908, or playcentre.org.nz.
Faraday Centre: Technology Museum, Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat 9am-3pm.
Legacy Family Tree: Tuition and help available through meetings, phone and email. Inquiries: Diane (06) 877 3141.
Meeanee Badminton Club: Seniors: Monday: 7.30-9.30pm; Wednesday: 9-11.30am; Thursday: 7.30-10pm; Juniors: Thursday: 5.30-7pm. Inquiries: Vaughan or Kate (06) 870 7307.
Napier City Petanque Club: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday, 1pm. Nelson Park (off Kennedy Rd). Inquiries: Peter 022 090 4076.
SeniorNet Napier: For older adults (50+) to enter the world of computers and smartphones in a relaxed and enjoyable way among a similar age group. Weekly twohour classes. Inquiries: (06) 844 2601 or http://publish.lycos.com/ napier-seniornet .
Epilepsy Hawke’s Bay: Free confidential information, support and advocacy. Napier Community Hub, 62 Raffles St. Inquiries: epilepsy.org.nz or (06) 835 5537.
3-1-2: Exercise method for people with chronic heart condition. Acuclinic, 33 Coventry Ave, Tamatea. Gold coin donation. Inquiries: (06) 844 4858 or 021 188 0579.
Hawke’s Bay Embroidery Groups: Inquiries: Alison (06) 844 4992.
Brain Injury Association HB: Liaison service, advocacy, education, support and lifestyle programmes for people with brain injuries, their wha¯nau and carers. Inquiries: (06) 878 6875, emergency contact 027 536 6345, email liaison@braininjuryhb.co.nz or ¯ visit O braininjuryhb.co.nz.
Gamblers Anonymous: Is your gambling becoming a problem? Inquiries: phone or text 021 432 572.
Epilepsy Hawke’s Bay: Information and support available for those living with epilepsy, their families and communities. Inquiries: Jenny (06) 835 5537 or 027 308 8971.
Hawke’s Bay Families of Deaf Children:
Opportunities for deaf and hard-of-hearing children and their families. Inquiries: HBFDCInc@gmail.com 027 242 3323 or Facebook.
Get Smart Fast: Year 2-Year 11 tutoring in maths, English and science. Home school support. Living Waters Church. Bookings essential. Inquiries: Sharon, text 022 165 9702 or ring (06) 835 5328.
Kiwi Conservation Club (KCC): Monthly nature-based activities for primary and intermediate-aged children and their families. Inquiries: Sara napier@kcc.org.nz.
Napier Pickleball: Meeanee Sports Centre: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 1pm -3pm. Thu, Sat, 10am -12 noon. Mon, Thu, 4.30-6.30 pm $5, sports shoes essential. Inquiries: Sara 027 648 8811 or Helen 021 286 0085.
MONDAY
Napier Bridge Club: Take on a new challenge, have fun, and meet new people. Mondays 7-9pm, 96A Nuffield Ave, Marewa, Whitmore Park. Inquiries: Francey 027 212 8848.
ABCS@NBC: Free music, dance and play session for preschoolers and their wha¯nau. 9.30am-11am Mondays (term time), Napier Baptist Church, 36 Riverbend Rd, Napier. Morning tea and toys to play with. Inquiries: Gail 027 495 5172.
Tait Drive Social Club Luncheon: Morning tea, two-course cooked lunch, $6, 11.45am, every Monday from 10.30am except public holidays, Greenmeadows East Community Hall, 83 Tait Drive Napier. Weekly raffles, bring and buy table, housie every 2nd week. No bookings required. Transport available for Aged Concern Members. Inquiries: Elsie (06) 843 4415.
Taradale Residents’ Association: Last Monday of each month 7-8pm, Hawke’s Bay Deaf Club meeting room, 22 Lee Rd, Taradale. Inquiries: 027 430 2702 or email: taradaleresidents@gmail.co Facebook taradaleresidents.
HB Geeks Guild: Game night every Monday, 6.30pm, new and experienced board gamers. Come roll some dice, shuffle some cards and place some meeples, 51 Riverbend Rd, Napier. Inquiries: geeksguild.nz or Amy 022 197 1313.
Live Poetry Open Mic: Share or listen. First Monday of every month at Creative Arts Napier, 16 Byron St, at 6pm. Free event.
Pania Plodders: Fun runs for the not-so-young. Non-competitive run and walk group, Mondays from 6pm. Inquiries: Mike 021 703392 (Napier) or Martin 021 0515388 (Hastings).
HB Genealogy: Third Monday of each month at 7.30pm. Also fourth
Monday at 10am, Stoneycroft House, corner Omahu Rd and Expressway. Inquiries: Margaret (06) 876 5462.
Rotary Club of Ahuriri: Monday night from 5.30pm-7.30pm, Westshore Beach Inn, 85 Meeanee Quay. Why not check us out? For more information go to our website www.ahuriri-rotary.org.nz or phone Max Patmoy on (06) 836 5555 or 027 279 3760.
Rotary Club of Napier: 12.10pm for fellowship, 12.30pm for meeting/ lunch, Hawke’s Bay Club, 53 Marine Parade. Inquiries: enquiries@rotarynapier.org or www.rotarynapier.org
Cantare Choir: Four-part a cappella harmony singing fun. 5.30pm, Room A113, EIT. Inquiries: Joe (06) 874 7760.
Hawke’s Bay Organ and Piano Club: Second Monday of each month, 1.30pm, Tamatea Community Church, 1 York Ave. Inquiries: Ron (06) 845 2530.
Childbirth Education: Parents’ Centre six-week course, birth and beyond. Inquiries: (06) 835 3743 or hawkesbayantenatal@gmail.com.
Playcentre Sessions: Hawke’s Bay-wide. Inquiries: (06) 878 5908 or playcentre.org.nz.
Napier Pipe Band: Practice 6.30-8.30pm. Learn to play drums or pipes. Nelson Park clubrooms. Inquiries: Alan, drums 022 341 9605 or Kerry, pipes 021 107 6428.
St Augustine’s Scout Group: Keas, 5-7 years, Tuesday, 5.30-6.30pm; Cubs, 7-10 years, Wednesday, 6-7.30pm; Scouts, 10-14 years, Monday, 6.30-8.30pm. Latham St. Inquiries: Alison Knauf (06) 843 8882.
Scottish Country Dancing: 7.30-10pm, St Patrick’s School Hall, cnr Kennedy and Riverbend roads. Inquiries: Allan or Helen (06) 845 0438.
Napier Stamp Club: First Monday of month, 7.30pm, Coastguard Building, Westshore. Inquiries: John (06) 836 6196.
Multiple Sclerosis Hawke’s Bay:
Meets every fortnight, 9.30am-2pm. St Thomas More Parish Church Hall, 92 Wycliffe St. Small cost involved. Inquiries: Robyn (06) 843 3000.
Deco Bay Brass: Rehearsals, 7.30pm, 109 Orchard Rd, Hastings. Inquiries: Raewyn Godwin 027 816 2503 or Todd Donaldson 027 270 4892, decobaybrass@gmail.com or decobaybrass.com
Drop-In Centre: For those who would like company, prayers for themselves or loved ones, or to relax over a cuppa and goodies. Tuesdays, 10am-noon, Enid Lemmon Lounge, All Saints’ Church, cnr Church and Puketapu rds, Taradale.
Alcoholics Anonymous:
Mondays 7.30-8.30pm, Saint Patricks Church cnr Munroe and Daulton streets or Wednesdays 10.30-11.30am at Saint Paul’s Church Hall next to Municipal
Theatre carpark Tennyson St, Napier.
Phoenix Ladies Group: Third Monday of month, 2pm, Heavey Hall, 92 Wycliffe St, Onekawa. Speakers, afternoon tea, raffles and entertainment. Inquiries: Jan (06) 843 5755.
Napier Herb Society: First Monday of the month, 7.30pm, Greenmeadows Community Centre, Tait Drive. Free first session, casuals $3. Inquiries: Ella 021 0294 2565 or email napierherbsociety@gmail.com
Pirimai Indoor Bowling Club: Mondays 7.30pm, Napier Indoor Bowls Hall, Wakefield St, Onekawa. Bowls provided. Free coaching. Inquiries: Bruce (06) 844 4498 or Stephen (06) 844 8978.
Brownies - Girl Guiding: St Augustines Brownies (7-91⁄ yo)
2 every Monday during school terms at Mahoe Hall, cnr Auckland Road and York Ave. Inquiries: girlguidingnz.org.nz/registration/.
Napier Toastmasters Club: Second and fourth Monday of the month, Greenmeadows Hall, Tait Drive, Napier 7pm to 9pm. Inquiries: Ros 0274 211 333 or Craig (06) 842 0483
TUESDAY
Sands Hawke’s Bay: Pregnancy and neonatal loss support. First Tuesday of every month (excluding January), 7.30 - 9pm, Cedric Alexander Hall, 5 Devonshire Place, Taradale. Inquiries: 022 5316994.
Combined Club of Greendale:
9.30am, fourth Tuesday of each month at Taradale RSA. Fellowship for retired people. Speaker followed by morning tea. Inquiries: Kate (06) 842 0221.
Hawke’s Bay Orchid Society: First Tuesday of month, Rotary Lounge, Taradale Town Hall, 7.15pm. Inquiries: Lesley Haren, (06) 845 2919.
Mahjong: The group meets at 9.15am at the Taradale Bridge Clubrooms at 48 Clyde Jeffery Drive, Park Island, Napier, every Tuesday. A separate table is set aside to teach newcomers. All welcome. Easy access and good parking at the Bridge Club’s great new premises. Contact Joy at 0272844235 or Bev at 06 8453834.
Pippins - Girl Guiding: 1st Tamatea Pippins (5&6 yo) meet every Tuesday during school terms at Mahoe Hall, crn Auckland Road and York Ave. Info: girlguidingnz. org.nz/registration/.
Napier Tech Band: Practice Tuesdays, 7pm-9pm, Napier Tech Band Rooms, Whitmore Park, Douglas McLean Ave. New brass and woodwind players welcome. Inquiries: Teresa Cuthbert 021 023 95310 tcuthbert@napiercentral. school.nz or Paul Hendy 027 669 0667 or visit https://www. napiertechband.org/ or https:/ /www.facebook.com/NTMBand/.
Scottish Country Dancing:
7.15pm-8.45pm, 1120 Willowpark Rd North, Hastings. March-November. Inquiries: (06) 878 7272 or 021 188 3118.
Ladies Club of Ahuriri: 9.30am at Westshore School Hall, Ferguson Ave, second Tuesday each month for speakers, morning tea and activities. Inquiries: Anna (06) 835 8737 or just come along.
Brain Injury Association HB: Family support and education group. First Tuesday of month, 4-5pm, St Andrews Church, Market St, Hastings. Learn coping strategies and support. Info: 878-6875, or email liaison@braininjuryhb.co.nz.
Napier Gospel Choir: 7-9pm, Napier Baptist Church Hall, 36 Riverbend Rd, Marewa. No auditions, no religious affiliations. $10, includes supper. Inquiries: Ross 021 810 223.
Hawke’s Bay Photographic Society: A platform for learning and sharing of knowledge. Meetings Jan-Nov, last Tuesday of each month, 5 Devonshire Place, Taradale. Inquiries: info@hbps.co. nz or www.hbps.co.nz.
Hawke’s Bay After Suicide Support Group:
Offering support to those affected by suicide. Sessions run throughout the year. Each series will run for six Tuesdays from 5.30-7pm. Inquiries: Warren 027 286 4071 or Sandra 027 684 3033.
Heart to Heart Parent Infant Classes and Toddler Playgroup:
Promoting peaceful and respectful parenting. Classes and playgroup Tuesdays, term-time at Farndon Park Hall, Clive. Inquiries: (06) 870 0008 or hbhearttoheart@yahoo.co. nz.
Otatara Club: For retired and semiretired men and women. Taradale RSA 9.30am, 2nd Tuesday each month. Speaker and morning tea. Inquiries: Nola 027 376 4362.
Taradale Women’s Institute: Second Tuesday of the month, 1.45pm, Mission View Retirement Village, 190 Avondale Rd, Greenmeadows. Inquiries: Elaine Williams (06) 845 2530.
Cribbage: From 7pm-9pm approx. Taradale RSA, Gloucester St. Inquiries: Robyn 021 305 043.
St Patrick’s Indoor Bowls Club: 7.30pm, Napier Indoor Bowls hall, Wakefield St, Onekawa. New members welcome. Free coaching. Inquiries: Barry 021 1268813, Dora (06) 845 0749.
Napier Spirit of Lions Club: Third Tuesday at Taradale RSA, 6pm. Inquiries: Val Forward (06) 844 0439.
Napier Weaving Club: 10am-3pm. Also Wednesday evenings, 7pm. Club rooms, Latham St, Weaving, spinning, felting, knitting. Inquiries: Glenis (06) 835 4104.
Drop-in Centre: 10am-noon, Mondays and Tuesdays. All Saints Anglican Church, Church Rd, Taradale.
Napier Tech Memorial Band: 7-9pm, band rooms, Whitmore Park, Marewa. Inquiries: Paul 027 669 0667, or napiertechband.org
Rock’n’Roll Club: Napier RSA Tuesdays, 7-9pm. Free tuition. Inquiries: Harvey 0210 820 3030.
Taradale Community Play Group: 9.15-11.30am, All Saints Church Hall, cnr Church and Puketapu rds. Inquiries: Vicki, (06) 845 4499.
Hawke’s Bay Video Enthusiasts Club: Help with video filming and editing. Second Tuesday of month 7-30pm, EIT, Room 111. Inquiries: Mark (06) 877 6491.
Napier Pottery Club: 9.30am for tuition, Whitmore Park, Nuffield Ave entrance. Inquiries: napierpotteryclub@icloud.com or visit www.facebook.com/ Napierpotteryclub.
Yoga Mindful Body Movement:
5.30pm-7pm at Saint Paul’s Hall/ Asher Hall behind Municipal Theatre. Bring a mat and a blanket. Inquiries: text or call Celestina 021 077 1866.
Taradale School Indoor Bowls Club: 7pm. School hall, Church Rd. New members welcome. Inquiries: Doug 021 0555 079.
Hawke’s Bay Embroidery Group:
Group meetings, beginners welcome. Inquiries: Alison (06) 844 4992.
Napier City Petanque Club:
Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday, 1pm. Nelson Park off Jull St. Inquiries: Mike 027 531 7808.
Freemasons Scinde Lodge No 5:
Third Tuesday of each month, 7.30pm, 206 Kennedy Rd. Free twocourse dinner at 6pm. Inquiries: Gary, 021 899 151 or gseverinsen@xtra.co.nz.
Grey Power Napier and Districts: Third Tuesday of each month, 1.30pm, St Columbus Church, 176 Gloucester St, Taradale. Inquiries: Maxine (06) 835 6495 or Bruce (06) 844 5635.
WEDNESDAY
Taradale Bridge Club: Take on a new challenge, have fun, meet new people. Wednesdays, 1-3pm, 48 Clyde Jeffery Drive, Taradale. Inquiries: Alison 021 062 4460
Curtain Bank: Looking for volunteers who can help measure and cut fabric, as well as sewers. 9.30am-1pm, Dunlop Rd, Onekawa, Napier. Inquiries: Bonnie 029 121 0299.
Shake Rattle & Roll: Dance session for adults with intellectual disabilities. 10am-11.30am, Wednesdays (term time) Napier Baptist Church, 36 Riverbend Rd, Napier, $3 per person and caregivers free. Morning tea supplied. Inquiries: Gail 027 495 5172.
Bowls Napier: 35 Herrick St, Marewa. Flat-soled shoes are required, bowls available, 4pm6pm, Wednesday. Inquiries: Lorraine (06) 843 7838 or Robyn 021 026 14532.