August 2019
PoARTry at Mercy
PoARTry@Mercy - a Poems in the Waiting Room (NZ) exhibition. Poems in the Waiting Room(NZ) and Mercy Healthcare invited ten artists to create an original artwork in response to 10 supplied poems. The resulting artworks will feature in the exhibition PoARTry@Mercy - in the foyer at Mercy Hospital from August 19 - August 31. We've also photographed the artworks and created PoARTry postcards. On National Poetry Day, Friday August 23, each inpatient at Mercy will receive one of ten available…
Find out more »Dunedin Night Shelter Trust Annual Appeal
Various supermarkets, on the street, Farmers market, Mitre 10 and the Meridian Mall This is our annual appeal to raise funds for the shelter. We receive no central government funding and rely on donations to support our service. We need volunteers for an hour or two, so if you can help please call or email and we will organize a time to suit you. Thanks!
Find out more »Lecture – National Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies
Imam Dr. Muhammad Ashafa and Pastor Dr. James Wuye are Nigerian religious leaders who spent years as the leaders of violent militias fighting each other. Since 1995 they have worked side by side for peace and reconciliation.
Find out more »Stand Up Comedy – Koha Open Mic
Relax with a cold beer and some big laughs at Dunedin's premier comedy open mic The comedians will be working on new material and honing their current jokes into razor sharp wit. You can never be sure exactly what will happen, but it's always something funny or interesting, and we guarantee you can't beat the price. It is a koha event, which means pay what you like. Every week on Thursday our MC will guide us through the oceans of…
Find out more »SuperGrans – Cooking 104 Winter Warmers
Starting 27 August for four weeks 10am til 12pm Includes winter warmers and cooking basics. Please contact us to book your place.
Find out more »SuperGrans – Crafty Pop In
Fridays 10am to 2pm (see Facebook page for updates) Do you want to learn to knit, crochet or need a hand with basic sewing skills? Do you know how to knit, crochet or sew and want to meet likeminded people? Come to SuperGrans place! For further information contact Pip or Leanne ph 455 0981 or email supergrans.dunedin@xtra.co.nz
Find out more »HeartCore – Free Lunchtime Concerts
Every Friday lunchtime from 12.30pm til 1pm, through until the 25th of October, HeartCore presents free public performances by Dunedin musicians. The aim is to create a vibrant and welcoming space in the centre of the city. You can follow HeartCore on Instagram and Facebook for updates on which artists are performing each week. 26 July - Human Confusion (electronica duo) 2 August - Red Roof (solo) 9 August - Person Will (solo) 16 August - James Dignan (semi-acoustic solo)…
Find out more »Parents as Career Educators seminar
Free seminar for parents of teens. Parents and caregivers of secondary school students (Years 9-13) are invited to a free ‘Parents as Career Educators’ seminar on 28 August. The seminar will provide parents with tips and advice to guide their teenagers through the various career and study options available to them in the modern world. This free seminar will cover: The world of work: looking forward How to make informed career decisions now and in the future How parents can…
Find out more »Peacestock 2019
Presented by the National Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies. Featuring: Dee Street Blues, Michelle Jackson and more . . .
Find out more »Girls Only Powerlifting Event
9.00am weigh-in. The purpose of this event is to introduce women to the awesome sport known as Powerlifting. This event will be run as a competition with 'bucket loads' of coaching and support. Its a fantastic opportunity to give it ago.
Find out more »September 2019
Brain Injury Association Quiz Night
The Kensington - Tuesday 3 September. 6pm to 10pm - quiz starts at 7pm. For tickets ring BIA office 03 471 6156 or email admin.dunedin@brain-injury.org.nz. $5 per player.
Find out more »World Suicide Prevention Day
Working together to prevent suicide is again the theme for this year's event. Join us again this year to raise awareness of the risks of suicide and to listen to inspirational speakers and also inspirational members of our own community. We know that a person dies every 40 seconds by suicide and up to 25 times as many again make a suicide attempt. There are also many more people who have been bereaved by suicide or have been close to…
Find out more »Transition Expo
The Transition Expo is created for students with disabilities and their families/whanau/caregivers. Its purpose is to raise awareness of what options students have available locally for life after school in an interactive and fun way. Students of all ages are welcomed to join our Transition Expo as we encourage people to start thinking about and planning for the transition as early as possible. Schools are also encouraged to bring school groups along to the event. A range of services/providers will…
Find out more »Transition Expo Evening Forum
The Transition Expo is created for students with disabilities and their families/whanau/caregivers. Its purpose is to raise awareness of what options students have available locally for life after school in an interactive and fun way. The Evening Forum was created in appreciation that many families/whanau/caregivers work during the day and a separate evening forum would give them the opportunity to not miss out on the chance to gain more awareness of the local options. The evening forum consists of the…
Find out more »Port Chalmers Seafood Festival 2019
Tickets on sale NOW! Every two years the Port Chalmers Seafood Festival takes over Port Otago celebrating the greatest Kai Moana, Kiwi music, and local beverages to match it all. A special day out for the family and for friends - this is a must attend event that attracts 4000+ people from across New Zealand who come for the great tastes and the chance to support a small community at the same time. Fresh Seafood Stalls, Live Cooking Demonstrations including…
Find out more »October 2019
Vogel St Party 2019 – Dunedin Icons
Bring on 2019! What comes to your mind when you think of a Dunedin Icon? The VSP Trust is proud to present the Vogel Street Party: Dunedin Icons. We are taking over the streets in the Warehouse Precinct once again on Saturday the 12th of October. This year we have decided to go big and celebrate what makes Dunedin great by showcasing the theme of ‘Dunedin Icons’. Expect to see and embrace a long list of these represented on the…
Find out more »Light to Light 2019
ARCADE presents a SATELLITE EVENT in association with the UNIVERSITY BOOKSHOP LIGHT to LIGHT 2019 Hosted by Abby Howells Doors 6.30pm for 7pm start. Stories allow us to shine a light in the darkness and to connect with the world around us; like beacons in the night. Join us for Light to Light, a celebration of oral storytelling. Five eclectic guests shine their lights, the only rules are there are no notes and the stories must be true. Come along…
Find out more »November 2019
Festival of Ageing Expo
Come along and see nationwide and local organisations to get ideas/assistance for your Third Age. Free entry.
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