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October 2016
Parenting Through Separation
How to help your kids when you separate. Separating from your partner or spouse is usually stressful, but the effects of this can be minimised for your children. This free, four-hour course provides a wealth of information and well-proven ideas that will benefit you and your children. There is no charge to attend – the course is funded by the Ministry of Justice, through the Family Courts. How to book: contact Jess Hale 09 818 0205 or jessh@lifewise.org.nz
Find out more »Kids’ Kitchen Cooking Course
Three sessions held during the Harvest Market at Te Whare Oranga ô Parakai at 9am, 10am and 11:30am, Sunday 30 October. These classes are immensely popular, so book early by emailing Keryn at kitchen@thrivekaipara.org.nz. From ages 3+, $5 each. This month Dippy Dips are on the menu, because we all know veges, crackers and chips taste so much better when you can dip them!
Find out more »November 2016
Kitchen Cooking Course
Three sessions held during the Harvest Market at Te Whare Oranga ô Parakai at 9am, 10am and 11:30am, Sunday 30 October. These classes are immensely popular, so book early by emailing Keryn at kitchen@thrivekaipara.org.nz. From ages 3+, $5 each. This month Cake Pops are on the menu.
Find out more »February 2017
Mixed Media with Jo Bain – Workshop
Painting on found objects Paint on driftwood, a box, a cross or anything you find interesting. You can paint that old cool statue that needs a new life. Jo will bring a box of finds for a project for everyone but wants each person to bring 1 item in they are interested in painting. You will never look at stuff the same again. Materials included.
Find out more »June 2017
Antenatal Course
Free antenatal course for expectant parents run by the Helensville Birthing Centre, covering how to keep healthy during pregnancy, to pain relief options in labour, and what happens when baby is finally here. The next block of three consecutive Saturday mornings starts on 10 June and is available for residents living north-west of Riverhead. For more email anc@helensvillehealth.co.nz.
Find out more »Diabetes Self-Management
If you or someone you care for has diabetes then you’re invited to attend this free course aimed at giving you the tools to successfully manage the condition on a day to day basis. The course runs in blocks of four consecutive Tuesday mornings. The next course starts Tuesday June 13. Contact Paula.takiwa@procare.co.nz for more information.
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