Southern View: April 11, 2017

SOUTHERN VIEW Latest Christchurch news at www. .kiwi
Tuesday April 11 2017 11
Email noah.graham@starmedia.kiwi
by 5pm each Wednesday
Soldiers Remembered
Today until April 30, 9am-6pm
The soldiers from Heathcote
Valley who died in World War
1 are individually remembered
in this exhibition. Staff from the
library researched the lives of
each of the soldiers listed on the
Heathcote Valley War Memorial
and have created a touching
glimpse into the lives of some
locals who paid the supreme
sacrifice for their country.
Linwood Library, Eastgate
Mall
Babytimes/Wā Pēpi
Today, 11-11.30am
Encourage learning through
language. Babytimes is an interactive
programme including
rhymes, songs, stories and play.
This is a free session.
South Library, 66 Colombo St
Christchurch Athenians
Toastmasters
Today, 7.30-9.15pm
Do you get nervous when you
talk in front of a group? Maybe
you’d like to feel more confident
when you speak? Learn by doing
it in a friendly and supportive
environment at your own pace.
Woolston Club, 43 Hargood St
Creative Writing
Wednesdays
Tomorrow, 4-5.45pm
If your imagination runs
wild and you want to learn how
to put those ideas on paper in
a way that makes sense, head
along to this creative writing
class. It will suit people new
to creative writing, or those
wanting to hone their skills,
pick up some tips and learn
from other aspiring writers.
Find some fictional books while
you’re at the library, or some
books on creative writing.
Linwood Library, Eastgate
Mall. Free entry
Mid-Week Laughter Club
Tomorrow, 6-7pm
The focus of the club is to get
over the stress of the first part of
the week and have a positive
outlook for the rest. The event
aims to release endorphins
and help you relax and lower
stress levels. There is no comedy,
stand up or jokes at this session.
Instead,you are encouraged to
make yourself laugh at nothing
at all for the purpose of relaxing.
St Marks Methodist Church,
cnr Barrington and Somerfield
Sts. Entry
STORYTIMES: Encourage your child to learn through a love for stories. Super Saturday
Storytimes is an interactive programme, including stories, songs, rhymes and play. This
will be a free session aimed at young children. It will be on Saturday, 11-11,.30am, at the
South Library.
Reading to Dogs
Tomorrow, 3.30-4.30pm
The programme uses dogs
which are the beloved pets of the
city council animal management
team. These hairy friends have
all been trained and tested for
health, safety and temperament.
The dogs can increase a child’s
relaxation while reading, they
listen attentively, do not judge,
laugh or criticise and allow
children to proceed at their
own pace. Library staff and a
dog handler will be present at
all times to help facilitate the
sessions. Sessions are
15min.
South Library, 66 Colombo St
Scrabble Club
Tomorrow, 1.30-3.30pm
Go along to the Scrabble Club.
No obligation, just go along when
you can and join the friendly
group. Some boards provided,
but feel free to take your own. No
fee.
Te Hāpua Halswell Centre, 341
Halswell Rd
Busy book club
Thursday, 3.30-4.30pm
Join our free after school club
where we will explore new books,
arts, crafts and technology.
For seven to 10-year-olds. No
bookings required and this will
be a free event.
South Library, 66 Colombo St
Gamezone
Thursday, 3.30-4.30pm
Go to the Linwood Library for
an hour of fun on a Thursday
afternoon. Play great favourites
like Minecraft, Charades,
Connect Four, Pictionary
and more. Learn and develop
strategies in new games such as
Dutch Blitz, Heads Up, Hand and
Foot and group games. Join in
for X-box and PS4 tournaments.
Take your friends or meet some
new ones; all children aged eight
to 12 welcome. No booking or
payment required.
Linwood Library, Eastgate
Mall
Opawa Farmers’ Market
Sunday, 9am-noon
Find some organic and
delicious produce from local
growers. Enjoy sipping on a coffee
while wandering around the
market and checking out the food
on offer. From artisan bread and
french pastries to fresh berries
and local cheeses, there will be
something for everyone.
275 Fifield Tce. Free entry
Discover this
unique Emporium
Plus a unique range
of gifts, homewares and
water features.
Crafted candles a speciality!
722 Marshlands Road
Top end Styx
Ph: 03 323 9781
www.hitchingpost.co.nz
Be warm in
winter with
mohair and
alpaca rugs,
throws and
scarves
140 Colombo Street
Beckenham, Christchurch
Phone 03 943 1639
www.themohairstore.co.nz
At Whitehead Plumbing & Gas Ltd
we have a great team of loyal staff
offering a diverse range of skills.
Serving Canterbury for over 35
years, we do everything from
domestic maintenance to new
homes and commercial buildings.
Make us your first call today.
Plumbing.
Gasfitting.
Drainlaying.
03 379 0711
whiteheadplumbing.co.nz