WHANGANUI HAPPENINGS
Initium ceramic exhibition will be coming to the Community Arts Centre soon. Kim Rees, Aleisha Davy and Amy Langford are the three members of local Whanganui Potters Studio.
“Kim and Aleisha (mother and daughter) are Whanganui locals and I met them at the potter's studio when I moved to Whanganui two years ago,” said Davy.
“We all find that ceramic work is therapeutic and important to our wellbeing. After collaborating on several markets together and in the Pottery Place on Guyton Street, we realised that we were all working on art projects and decided to support each other by holding our first independent exhibitions as a team,” she said.
Initium is Latin for beginning and seemed fitting, as this is the beginning of the trio’s artistic journeys together.
Kim says that she loves creating things, no matter what the media and would describe her art as quirky and fun. Aleisha's pottery pieces are heavily inspired by the ocean and Amy creates hand built pieces, incorporating texture and experimenting with glazes. Open daily 10am-4pm, January 27 to February 3, Community Arts Centre, 19 Taupo Quay, Whanganui.
LATEST
INITIUM CERAMIC EXHIBITION
What: The ceramic works of Kim Rees, Aleisha Davy and Amy Langford
When: Open daily 10am-4pm, January 27 to February 3 Where: Community Arts Centre, 19 Taupo Quay, Whanganui.
SARJEANT ARTIST TALK: ALEXIS NEAL
What: The Sarjeant Gallery is delighted to welcome Tylee Cottage alumni Alexis Neal back to Whanganui. A multidisciplinary artist, Alexis Neal has a career in printmaking and has a strong interest in weaving. She will discuss her past and present work and join the Sarjeant’s director Andrew Clifford in conversation. When: Thursday January 25, 7pm – 8.30pm
Where: The Nikaū Room at the Backhouse, 28 Taupō Quay. Details: This event is Free, but please be sure to book your seat on 06 349 0506 or info@sarjeant.org. nz
SCHOLA SACRA CHOIR – MIXED VOICES SATB
What: Rehearsals
When: 7.30-9.30pm Tuesdays, starting Jan 30
Where: St Andrew’s Church Hall, Glasgow St.
Details: New members welcome. Contact Louisa 027 494 1946
OUTFIT OF THE MONTH FASHION TALK
What: Collections & Curatorial Lead, Trish Nugent-Lyne, will deliver the first fashion talk of the year to present the Outfit of the Month for February: a hand-sewn early 1840s dress.
When: 12.15pm, Friday,January 26 Where: Whanganui Regional Museum, Watt Street, Pukenamu Queen’s Park
Details: Entry is free. Koha is always appreciated. No booking required. All welcome.
OUTDOOR SUMMER FUN WITH WHANGANUI REGIONAL MUSEUM
What: Traditional Mā ori games that challenge dexterity and speed, plus some passive games for the little ones: Mau Rā kau, Pīrori, Teka – Sticks, hoops and darts, tug-of-war, egg-and-spoon and three-legged races.
Bring a picnic, a bottle of water and a hat and we will meet you at Pā kaitore Moutoa Gardens. When: Thursday, January 24, 11.00am-12.30pm
Where: Pā kaitore Moutoa Gardens, Bates Street, Whanganui Details: No need to book - just come along with a gold coin koha.
REGULAR VOLUNTEER WHANGANUI
What: Here are some positions that are available Urgent Job Vacancies:
■ Team Manager Swimming Special Olympics
■ Youth Event Support
■ Dial the Newsreader
■ Coastguard Radio Operator
■ Unity Food Administrator
■ Brass Whanganui Lawn Mower Team Member
■ Wanganui Community Patrol
■ Creative Space Board Members
■ Environment Base Assistant
■ Opera House – Backstage Crew Member
■ Girl Guides Youth Leaders
■ Whanganui Liaison Officers Canine Friends
Room 110, 1st Floor, Community House
60 Ridgway Street, Whanganui Phone 06 3479430
ACOUSTIC OPEN MIC NITE
What: Open Mic, Free, All welcome to perform or listen
When: Every second Wednesday 6.30 to 8.30
Where: The Grand Hotel (Corner Bar)
Details: Txt Rik 021 0831 1279
CREATIVE FIBRE WHANGANUI
What: Spin, knit or Weave wool or other Fibres.
When: Tuesday nights 7pm - 9pm, Wednesday 9.30 am - 1pm. Where: 92 Peat Street, Whanganui. Contact ph. 022 170 1958, 06 343 8759.
WHANGANUI BLIND & PARTIALLY BLIND CRAFT GROUP INC.
What: For blind or visual impairment.
When: Mondays & Tuesdays, 1.30-3.30pm
Contact: craft group co-ordinator Daveena 0272077947
BACK TO TENNIS FOR ADULTS
What: if you haven’t played tennis for a while or have always wanted to give it a go!
Free lessons for the month of November.
When: 2pm each Saturday Where: At the Whanganui Tennis Club.
Details: Registrations necessary, just email or txt us. Whanganuitennisclub.co.nz or txt 0274 876053.
WHANGANUI TABLE TENNIS
What: Played at the Jubilee Stadium
When: Monday & Friday 9am - 12
noon.
Monday & Wednesday evening 7 pm 10 pm.
Details: Fees: $5.00 a session (bats available)
All ages and levels welcome just come along.
Further details contact Jan Purvis 027 447 4312
WHAKATIPURANGA TE KAKANO
What: The Whanganui branch of the Maori Women’s Welfare League, Whakatipuranga te kakano invite waahine to our monthly hui. The Mā ori Women’s Welfare League, or Te Rōpū Wāhine Māori Toko I te Ora is a New Zealand welfare organisation focusing on Mā ori women and children. When: First Monday of each month 4pm - 5pm
Where: Nga Tae o Te Awa, corner Wilson & Guyton Streets
Details: Please contact Mereana Pari (secretary/treasurer) on 0224562453 or email parimereana@gmail.com
WOMEN’S CHRISTIAN WIDOWS’ FELLOWSHIP
What: Meets weekly in a different café for encouragement, support and laughter.
Contact: Jill 021 1152243
CALM MIND, OPEN HEART
What: practising engaged daily mindfulness, ethics & compassion in Thich Nhat Hanh ~ Plum Village tradition.
When: Thursday evenings Contact: Clare 021 0622 120
FYIN YOGA WITH JADE
What: A Candle lit Yin Practice. When: Tuesdays, 5.30pm, Thursdays, 7pm
Where: Wisdom Is Yours, 200 B Victoria Ave
Details: $13 Call Jade 0212989898
WHANGANUI HARRIER CLUB
What: Wolfpack 2023 — weekly training runs
When: Weekly on Tuesdays, 5.15pm Where: Meet at Victoria Park clubrooms Details: www.wanganuiharrierclub.co. nz for more info
ANGLICAN INDOOR BOWLING CLUB
What: Indoor bowls in a warm, noncompetitive environment. When: Wednesdays, 1.30 start. Where: Lower lounge, Christ Church Community Centre, Wicksteed St. Details: $4 per session. Bowls supplied. Call Jan, 3477414 or 027 3762345.
WHANGANUI FLORAL GROUP
When: 1st Tuesday of the month. Where: Riverside Christian Church hall, Mathieson St.
Details: Shirley 927 6713 or 027 236 8046.
FOLK MUSIC
What: Instrumental folk music session: join in or listen.
When: Every Thursday, 7-9pm. Where: Irish Bar, Grand Hotel. Details: Adie, 021 023 84578.
HEALING VOICES
What: Enjoy free flow vocal expressions and soundscapes. All welcome When: Wednesdays 5.30pm to 6.30pm (school term)
Where: St Andrew's Hall, 1E Bell Street, Details: Yee Ley 022 366 2346
VOCAL TONING MEDITATION
What: Practicing intoning of vowel sounds for your wellbeing When: Fridays 12pm to 1pm (school term)
Where: Ladies' Rest Building, 75 St Hill Street
Details: Yee Ley 022 366 2346
“P” PULL MOVEMENT WHANGANUI
What: A safe place to seek information When: Walk Ins- Tuesdays 10am to 12 midday.
Where: St James Church, corner Boydfield and Helmore Streets Thursdays 1pm to 3pm, Scout Hall, Swiss Ave, Gonville.
Details: Contacts- Christine 027 283 9010, James 021 449 134
PRESENTATIONS OF SPIRITUAL TOPICS/GIFTS/WISDOM
What: Clairvoyants, workshops When: Saturdays 11.30am-12.30pm. Where: 200 B Victoria Ave (Carparks at the back 59 Ingestre St)
Details: Donation. 06 3455002 for more information.
KOWHAINUI DAY PROGRAMME
What: Socialise and participate in activities.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am3pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea provided.
Where: Kowhainui Home, 88 Virginia Rd, Otamatea.
Details: Call 06 349 1400 or visit www. enlivencentral.org.nz.
LYRIC SINGERS
What: Mixed voice choir. When: Thursdays 7.30-9.15pm (rehearsals).
Where: St Andrew’s Church hall, Glasgow St.
Details: New members welcome. Contact Mel, 02102294425.
MISSION WITHOUT BORDERS
What: Operation Cover Up, the knitting arm of Mission Without Borders When: Last Monday of the month, 1.30pm.
Where: Salvation Army Church, 4 Indus St.
Inquiries: Susan 021 503817.
PARKINSON’S WHANGANUI
What: Counterpunch Boxing. When: Wednesday 10-11am; Friday 11am-midday.
Where: River City Boxing Club, 10 Devon Rd.
Details: Gold coin donation. Fraser. 027 2477 242.
HAKEKE ST LIBRARY & COMMUNITY CENTRE
Where: 65 Hakeke St. Details: See Facebook page.
RIVER CITY ARTISTS
What: From beginners to established artists
When: Thursdays, 9.30am-3.30pm. Where: Christ Church Community Hall, 243 Wicksteed St.
Details: Val 343 6316 or 027 4599448, Sue 021 048 403.
SATURDAY MEDITATION
What: Guided meditation. Koha. When: Saturday 10.30-11am. Where: Wisdom Is Yours Wellbeing Centre, 200B Victoria Ave. Details: Natasha or Kevin on 06 345 5002.
SLIMMERS SUPPORT GROUP
What: Lose weight and keep it off. When: Tuesdays, 5pm.
Cost: $10 to join; $2 weekly. Inquiries: Ngaire 347 1613.
SOCIAL MOTORCYCLE RIDES
What: Monthly rides of 200-300km. AWhen: 10am on the last Sunday of every month.
Where: Wanganui Motor Boat clubrooms on Anzac Pde, 500m north of Dublin St Bridge.
Details: Just turn up, or call Tim on 021 963 280.
SOCIAL SCRABBLE
What: Friendly scrabble.
When: Every fortnight on a Tuesday at 1.30pm
Where: Christ Church hall — upper lounge 243 Wicksteed St. Details: Cost $4. Contact Lynette 062130359.
WHANGANUI BADMINTON
When: Monday evenings 7.30pm. $6 per session, timed games, feather shuttles. Thursday morning 9am $6 per session timed games.
Details: Jude Hildreth 021 215 7542 or Kate Matthews 027 776 6015.
WHANGANUI BRANCH 60’s UP
What: Speakers, music, raffles, lunches, etc.
When: 1st Monday of the month, 2pm. Where: St Andrew’s Church hall, Glasgow St.
Contact: Christine 343 6690 or Dot 345 4701.