What’s On in Taranaki this week
Here’s a wrap of what’s happening around the maunga over the next week.
Taranaki Airs v Franklin Bulls TSB Stadium, tomorrow, tip-off 4pm; Rapid league 3pm
Support the Taranaki Airs and help protect the peak. Children under the age of 14 are required to be accompanied by an adult at all times and there are no passouts for this event. Get your tickets from Ticketek or at the door of TSB Stadium.
Taranaki Jazz Club Plymouth International Hotel, Sunday, 4.30pm
The Ritz Big Band, an 18-piece orchestra playing classics from the 1930s and 40s, plus some rock and funk, and some vocals. Doors open 3.45pm; eftpos/cash, casual $30, members $20, NP Club $25, students $10. Cabaret tables, dance floor, bar, table snack menu.
Handson Garden Tool Sharpening Workshop Hawera Observatory, Wednesday, May 8, 9.45am
Friends of Hāwera Parks, along with David Bruce, are holding a Hands-on Small Garden Tool Workshop. Bring along your favourite hand tool – maybe your secateurs or spade – and have a go. All welcome.
Lunchtime Concert Methodist Centre, Wednesday, May 8, 12.15pm
The winter series of lunchtime concerts commence again, this Wednesday. The first concert features La Mer, a group of well-known local musicians who specialise in European music from French cafe style to Gypsy swing. They have played at a number of music festivals, as well as charity performances. This group consists of Aaron Busch (piano accordion), Bernie Schmid (acoustic guitar), Malcolm Alder (double bass), Helen Griffiths (violin) and Dominique Blatti (vocals, classical guitar). Bring your lunch and enjoy some toe tapping music. Koha appreciated.
1999 The Ultimate Prince Experience TSB Showplace, Thursday, May 9, 8pm
Paying tribute to the phenomenal Prince himself is the multi-talented South African performer Dale Ray, who will be backed by an eight-piece powerhouse band. Get tickets to this show from Ticketek or from the door at TSB Theatre.
The Fleetwood Mac Experience, TSB Showplace, Friday, May 10, 7.30pm
Get ready to relive the magic – because with The Fleetwood Mac Experience, the spirit of Fleetwood Mac lives on. Get tickets from Ticketek or at the door.
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