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December 2016
Waitoki Market Day
Get to view one of the local fire trucks up close & chat to Dave about being a fire brigade volunteer, even a photo opportunity with you in fire fighters helmet. Xmas Trees will be on sale on the day, giving you a practical opportunity to support the local fire brigade. Gather and Gossip, come and catch up with your neighbours before Christmas, while sampling a delicious BBQ brunch or a simple cuppa and a scone at the Waitoki Hall,…
Find out more »Waitoki Market Day
Waitoki Hall 8.30am – noon. Get to view one of the local fire trucks up close & chat to Dave about being a fire brigade volunteer, even a photo opportunity with you in fire fighters helmet. Xmas Trees will be on sale on the day, giving you a practical opportunity to support the local fire brigade. Gather and Gossip, come and catch up with your neighbours before Christmas, while sampling a delicious BBQ brunch or a simple cuppa and a…
Find out more »Kids’ Kitchen Cooking Club
We’ve got a taste for Christmas with Candy Cane Truffles on the menu. Sessions at 9am, 10am and 11:30am during the South Kaipara Harvest and Artisan Market. Cost just $5 per child, ages 3-12. To book, email Chef Keryn at kitchen@thrivekaipara.org.nz.
Find out more »South Kaipara Harvest and Artisan Christmas Market
As well our usual focus on fresh locally made produce and food we have a number of craftspeople selling their wares. Buy local and stock up Christmas presents while enjoying the relaxed, Christmas atmosphere. To book a stall for just $15 call.
Find out more »Kaukapakapa Village Market
Held on the 3rd Sunday of every month all year round, this village market has something for everyone, friendly people, great atmosphere and quality hand-made crafts! A great opportunity to grab a bargain. Inside and outside stalls selling locally-produced hand crafts and outdoor furniture, fresh local produce, cakes and preserves, bacon and cheese, locally-grown plants, NZ-made pet food, pet products, gifts, jewellery, hand made soaps, hand spun and hand knitted goods, collectables and bric-a-brac, sausage sizzle and raffles. Live music…
Find out more »THE MAN IN RED
Santa has once again found time in his busy schedule to come to the Historic Kaukapakapa Library, which has been themed as his sparkly Grotto. Those who visit have the chance to pass on their wish list, take home a souvenir photo and maybe even receive a gift from the man in red if they’ve been very, very good. Fully grown kids are welcome to pop in, too, and Grotto guests are asked to make a gold coin donation -…
Find out more »Helensville Community Christmas Dinner
This event will be hosted by Te Awaroa Residents & Ratepayers Association Inc. tarrassoc@gmail.com In response to suggestions from our community, this year the Christmas Day lunch will be open to any who would like to share a festive meal in the company of a wide range of community members. A gold coin donation has been the norm for those attending in the past. That will continue, but those who can contribute more generously, please do. Funding comes from within…
Find out more »January 2017
Helensville Show Practice Jumping Day
The Helensville A & P Show are holding a jumps practice day on the 30/01/17 . This is a great opportunity if you have ever wanted to have a go jumping the jumps we use at the A&P show in a casual , non-competitive environment. You can also have a ride around the race track to see what you get to use if you become key-holder at the grounds. No entering required . We are opening the gates between 10-2pm…
Find out more »February 2017
Vipassana Meditation Centre OPEN DAY
The Vipassana Trust extends a warm invitation to all. Have a look around the Centre and find out about courses offered. Afternoon tea provided, and pleasant bush walks for those who have time. 9.2km north of Kaiukapakapa on main State Highway 16. Turn right onto Makerau Road. After 205km turn left onto Burnside Rd. The Vipassana Centre is 1.7km along Burnside Rd on the Left. Look for AA signs on SH 16 and Makera Rd.
Find out more »Waitoki Village Market Day
We’ve changed the market days to the second Saturday of every second month! Herbs helpful and tasty; come and chat to Lisa about their cultivation and use in and about the home at the first Waitoki Village Market Day of the New Year. Catch up with your neighbours before the year takes off, chat and relax while sampling a delicious BBQ brunch or a cuppa and a scone. Pick up homemade and preloved bargains, Bric a Brac, baked goods, preserves,…
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