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Community Notices: week beginning Monday 16 September 2024

 

 

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori

 

The 14th – 21st of September is Te Wiki o te Reo Māori – a celebration for all New Zealanders to show their support for the Māori language, an official language of this country.

The theme for Te Wiki 2024 is ‘Ake ake ake – A Forever Language’. There are events occurring all over the motu – storytimes, waiata, film festivals, parades, presentations, whanau fun nights, webinars, kai, performances and more!

For information about Te Wiki and what’s happening in your region, go to reomaori.co.nz

Age Concern Making Connections Day

 

This year’s Age Concern Wellington Making Connections Day will be will be held at the St James Theatre! This is a very special FREE event for all seniors. Come and make some new connections, hear from some interesting speakers and enjoy some lovely food.

Our keynote speaker will be the Minister for Seniors, Hon Casey Costello.

Join us at MAKING CONNECTIONS 2024!

Where: St James Theatre
When: Wednesday, 2 October, 9am – 3pm
Entry Cost: FREE!

Fundraiser for Youthline Wellington 

 

Join us for the 2024 AV Funding Youth charity fundraiser in support of Youthline Wellington. With Live music by Sax & Vox, The Party Mammals, and a dance performance by L.O.D Dance Studios! Delicious food and complimentary wine (2 bottles per table) – there will also be a cash bar available. Fantastic auction prizes to bid on!

Event Details:

Date Saturday, 9th November 2024

Time: 5:00 PM – 11:30 PM

Location: Atura Hotel, 24 Hawkestone Street, Thorndon, Wellington

Dress code: Smart Casual

Tickets $65 per person (Tables of 10 available!)

For tickets and more information

Email: avfundingyouth@gmail.com

 

 

 

Te Wā o te Kōanga – Spring Festival at Wellington Gardens 

 

It’s time to shake off the winter blues and celebrate the arrival of kōanga (spring)!
The annual Te Wā o te Kōanga – Spring Festival at Wellington Gardens is the perfect way to get amongst the kōanga flowers and celebrate the season of new beginnings where fresh buds bloom and life starts anew.

The festival runs for the whole month of September. Join us for a series of springtime events where we enjoy a new season with friends, whānau, and visitors.

For a list of all events, go to wellingtongardens.nz

Pre Loved Women’s Clothing Fundraising Sale

Shop guilt-free, snag amazing deals, and support the Karuni Illam Trust –  a charitable trust that supports young children in India to gain access to education and whole child development in a safe, nurturing environment.

Saturday 21 September, 9.30am – 3pm

Newtown Primary School, Mein Street.

Wellington City Library Book Sale

 

If you are a bargain-hunter and enjoy literature, music and movies, you won’t want to miss the Wellington City Library Book Sale of pre-loved library books from across the city.

The sale will be held at St Patrick’s College Hall, 581 Evans Bay Parade, Kilbirnie, from the 4-7 October.

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