WED, APR 13
Whangārei Philatelic Society April Meeting: This meeting will take place under the Covid restrictions applicable on that date. Meeting starts at 1.30pm. Guest speaker Nigel Swaffield. Whangārei Theatre Company, Reyburn House Lane, Whangārei.
Paint & Sip with Di West: A social painting class where you will create your own masterpiece in a fun and relaxed setting. $45 includes a glass of wine and materials. 6.30-8.30pm. Tickets on www.turnercentre.co.nz. Turner Centre, 43 Cobham Rd, Kerikeri.
FRI, APR 15
Pahi Kaipara Cruises: Four-hour voyage discovering the mighty Kaipara. Cruising from Pahi to Arapaoa River then Otamatea River, passing places rich in history before returning to Pahi. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. Phone 09 420 8466. Pahi Wharf, Pahi, Kaipara. 9am.
SUN, APR 17
Whangārei Model Engineering Club Open Day: The club hosts public open days on the third Sunday of every month at Heritage Park, Whangārei. Find out more information at wmec.org.nz or check out Neighbourly’s What’s On section.
FRI, APR 22
Secret Bridesmaids’ Business: Elizabeth Coleman’s wonderful characters bring this seriously funny Australian play to life. Tickets on sale April 4 only from Craniums, Town Basin. Evening performances, design, painting, printing etc. $100 with 8 classes – all materials included. Contact creativitystudiomuse@gmail.com. There might be a masterpiece in the making! Muddy Waters Gallery (upstairs), 43 Hokianga Rd, Dargaville. 3.30pm.
Healthy Relationships: 1.5hr session, once a week, 5-week course. We all deserve a healthy relationship – trust, communication, respect, fun, equality, safety. To register ph 437 6397. Anglican Care Centre, 1 Mill Rd, Regent. 6.30pm.
WED, MAY 4
Secret Bridesmaids’ Business: Elizabeth Coleman’s wonderful characters bring this seriously funny Australian play to life. Tickets on sale only from Craniums, Town Basin. Evening performances, 7pm May 4-7, $55, Matinee, Sunday, May 8, $45. Octagon Theatre, 13 Aubrey St, Regent, Whangārei.
SUN, MAY 8
Bully Breed Parade: A fun family dog show! Dedicated to Bully breeds but we welcome all dogs on this day – big, small, and fluffy. Stalls and fun for everyone. More information, email felixstowelodge@gmail.com. 32 Kokopu Block Rd, Maungatapere. 10am.
FRI, MAY 27
Friday Laughs in Kerikeri: Get ready for a two hour comedy showcase of some of New Zealand’s favourite performers with Friday Laughs at The Turner Centre, Kerikeri, on May 27. www.iticket.co. nz/events/2022/may/fridaylaughs#/information. Turner Centre, 43 Cobham Rd, Kerikeri. 8pm.