What’s on in the Bay this weekend?
You can catch some great movies at the MTG Theatre in Napier this weekend as part of the New Zealand International Film Festival. For details visit the NZIFF website.
Saturday
Flaxmere Parkrun
7:45am–9:00am
Fun, free, forever, 5km timed run/walks around the beautiful Flaxmere park. Starts every Saturday, every week, every month, every year from outside the playground in Flaxmere Park.
Flaxmere Park, Henderson Road, Flaxmere, Hastings
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2019/flaxmere-parkrun/hastings
Truffle Hunt
9:00am–11:00am
You can take part in an exciting and unusual event in Hawkes Bay. An outing in the country searching for the elusive truffle. These exclusive hunts are a must-do for foodies.
Sacromonte Truffle, Omarunui Road, Napier
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/truffle-hunt/napier
Flying Lotus Yoga Taradale
9:00am–10:00am
Beginner Hatha Yoga Vinyasa Yoga 8-Week course.
OptimalMe Studio, 12 Lee Rd, Napier
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/flying-lotus-yoga-taradale3/napier
Life Drawing Sessions
9:30am–12:00pm
In these life drawing sessions students are free to follow the direction given which includes warm up exercises and drawing tips, or to choose their own media and style of drawing. All levels welcome but please note this is primarily a self directed session (not a taught class), and is therefore suitable for people with some basic drawing experience. Drawing materials and paper are provided.
Hastings City Art Gallery, 201 Eastbourne St East, Hastings
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/life-drawing-sessions/hastings
Golf Croquet Tournament
9:30am–5:00pm
Saturday handicap doubles, Sunday Open and handicap singles. Entries are from Heretaunga & Marewa Croquet Clubs, New Plymouth, Rose Gardens, Palmerston North and Hawera.
Heretaunga Croquet Club (formerly Te Mata), 341 Napier Road, Havelock North
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/golf-croquet-tournament/havelock-north
Havelock North Plunket Toy Library
9:30am–11:00am
Play is essential to a child’s progression and the way they play changes as they grow, develop new skills, experience new things and evolve into life. You can support them in learning through play at every stage by joining a toy library.
Havelock North Village Green, Cnr Napier Road and Karanema Drive, Havelock North
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/havelock-north-plunket-toy-libary/havelock-north
Justice of The Peace
10:00am–12:00pm
Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help you, just ask. There are Justices of the Peace in all areas of New Zealand. To learn more about their services and find one near you visit the Justices of the Peace website.
Havelock North Library, 28 Te Mata Rd, Havelock North
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/justice-of-the-peace/havelock-north
Wool Felting Workshop
10:00am–3:00pm
Come along and create your own winter figurines for the season table or puppet shows. This is a fun and rewarding class for beginners or advanced students.You could create Mother earth and her root children or King Winter or other figurines.
Taruna College, 33 Te Mata Peak Rd, Havelock North
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/wool-felting-workshop/havelock-north
Flax Weaving:Mahi Raranga
10:00am–3:00pm
In this workshop you will be introduced to mahi raranga/ flax weaving through its tikanga/ protocols pertaining to its application. You will leave the workshop with a completed woven taonga - a kete or creative art piece.
Taruna College, 33 Te Mata Peak Rd, Havelock North
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/flax-weaving-mahi-raranga/havelock-north
Calligraphy - Winter Warmer Craft
10:00am–3:00pm
you will explore Italic and Uncial Letterforms, starting with chisel nibs and inks and if you are feeling adventurous working up to brushes, watercolor and acrylics.
Taruna College, 33 Te Mata Peak Rd, Havelock North
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/calligraphy-winter-warmer-craft/havelock-north
You Should Be Dancing - New Zealand Tour
8:00pm–11:55pm
"You Should Be Dancing" is a great big disco dancing celebration! A night of exceedingly danceable disco hits. Classic disco tunes you would have to be a robot not to move to. A literal Boogie Wonderland! We are very excited to present this post lockdown tour with six shows all around New Zealand. We are looking forward to getting out of the house and onto the dance floor to celebrate!
The Cabana, 11 Shakespeare Rd, Napier
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/you-should-be-dancing-new-zealand-tour/napier
Sunday
Taradale Sunday Market
9:00am–1:00pm
Napier's only Weekly Indoor Market. The place to get locally made, Artisan Handcrafts and Gifts. Meet the people that create, not only the handcrafted items, but also the friendly atmosphere.
Taradale RSA, 156 Gloucester Street, Taradale, Napier
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/taradale-sunday-market6/napier
Truffle Hunt
9:00am–11:00am
You can take part in an exciting and unusual event in Hawkes Bay. An outing in the country searching for the elusive truffle. These exclusive hunts are a must-do for foodies.
Sacromonte Truffle, Omarunui Road, Napier
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/truffle-hunt/napier
Hastings Music Society Concert
2:00pm–3:15pm
Local musicians, soloists and groups present a variety programme, incorporating youth and those reaching out to further experiences - from vocalists, youth orchestras, Symphonic Band, "Fours Company" and Deco Brass.
St Matthew's Anglican Church, 200 King Street South, Hastings
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/hastings-music-society-concert/hawkes-bay-gisborne
Moonlight Sonata
2:30pm–4:00pm
Octavius is a small choir of 8 - 10 voices, comprised of experienced, talented singers from Napier and Havelock North directed by Anthony Tattersall. Formed in 2017, Octavius has performed an annual series of concerts to an ever-growing audience of enthusiastic supporters.
Waiapu Cathedral of St John the Evangelist, 28 Browning St, Napier
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/moonlight-sonata/napier
Schools Night - The Next Generation of Jazz
5:30pm–8:15pm
Schools Night is always a great night for discovering precocious raw talent!
Napier Sailing Club, 63 West Quay, Ahuriri, Napier
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/schools-night-the-next-generation-of-jazz/napier
Hospitality Night With The Serial Chillers And Friends
7:00pm–11:55pm
Hospitality Night with the Serial Chillers and Friends. The 1st Sunday night of the month. For all those that work in HOSPO and anyone else that wants to let it all hang out.
The Cabana, 11 Shakespeare Rd, Napier
https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2020/hospitality-night-with-the-serial-chillers-and-friends/napier
