Nor'West News: May 15, 2018
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18 Tuesday <strong>May</strong> <strong>15</strong> <strong>2018</strong><br />
Latest Christchurch news at www.star.kiwi<br />
KIDSTUFF<br />
Kids love CASPA!<br />
NOR’WEST NEWS<br />
Email julia.evans@starmedia.kiwi<br />
by 5pm each Wednesday<br />
CASPA (Creative After School<br />
Programmed Activities) incorporating<br />
PAPA JACKS offers children the opportunity<br />
to be creative, make new friends and try<br />
new experiences all within a safe, nurturing<br />
environment. CASPA offers working parents<br />
an affordable after school and school holiday<br />
programme that their kids just love!<br />
CASPA attributes its success to the variety<br />
of activities on offer as well as the convenience<br />
and affordability for parents. CASPA kids<br />
enjoy an exciting range of activities including<br />
sports, music, games, drama, arts and craft<br />
as well as fun trips. Previous themes and<br />
activities have included a Karaoke Dance<br />
Party, CASPA Fear Factor, Healthy Art, Out<br />
of Africa and hundreds of other amazing<br />
themes/activities!<br />
CASPA parents enjoy peace of mind,<br />
knowing their kids are safe and enjoying the<br />
benefits of a quality after school programme.<br />
Some parents and caregivers also enjoy<br />
government subsidies for CASPA. CASPA<br />
is Child Youth and Family approved for the<br />
OSCAR Subsidy and in some circumstances,<br />
the full CASPA fee will be covered by the<br />
subsidy.<br />
For more information or to enrol, call<br />
Caroline, Rachel or Tania on 349 9260 or<br />
visit www.caspa.org.nz<br />
New owner, familiar faces<br />
home away<br />
from home<br />
UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT!<br />
FREE hAlF DAy 20 hoURs ECE<br />
OPEN 7.30-5.30pm ALL YEAR<br />
The Enchanted Garden<br />
255 Greers Rd, Burnside<br />
Phone: 03 359 7944<br />
www.theenchantedgarden.co.nz<br />
call us<br />
noW<br />
SpaceS<br />
available<br />
0-6 years<br />
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CASPA<br />
After School<br />
& Holiday Programme<br />
Burnside-based preschool and nursery,<br />
The Enchanted Garden, was handed over<br />
to new owner-operator Debbie Taylor in<br />
October. She has been in early childhood<br />
management for over seven years and has<br />
three children of her own. Along with the<br />
familiar faces of long-time staff, Debbie’s<br />
vision is to continue the high quality care<br />
and reputation that The Enchanted Garden<br />
has maintained since 1995.<br />
The centre offers children a home away<br />
from home, with a philosophy based on<br />
holistic, individualised care. They engage<br />
higher teacher-to-child ratios to allow better<br />
care and attention. The centre is staffed with a<br />
team of professional educators and nurturers<br />
who are highly trained and passionate about<br />
creating happy experiences.<br />
The setting is warm and home-like in<br />
nature while the playground and indoor<br />
environment have been designed to allow<br />
children to safely explore and learn with<br />
confidence. This is supported by a strong<br />
curriculum designed for active and exciting<br />
play.<br />
With 10 spaces in their nursery, and 23<br />
spaces in their preschool, the centre provides<br />
the complete early childhood service. The<br />
fluidity of care allows children to form close<br />
bonds while families enjoy peace of mind.<br />
Phone (03) 359 7944 or visit their<br />
website www.theenchantedgarden.co.nz<br />
Your friendly childcare solution<br />
Creative<br />
After<br />
School<br />
Programmed<br />
Activities<br />
P: 349 9260 or 027 352 1638<br />
E: info@caspa.org.nz<br />
W: www.caspa.org.nz<br />
• We provide a safe, creative<br />
environment for 5-13 year olds<br />
• Our staff are trained<br />
• A range of fun activities<br />
• 7.<strong>15</strong>-8.30am and 3-6pm Mon-Fri<br />
• 8am-6pm Holidays<br />
• Kids just LOVE it!<br />
Incorporating<br />
Subsidies<br />
Apply<br />
Rangi Ruru and Christ’s College present its <strong>2018</strong> senior drama production<br />
West Side Story. Opening night is tomorrow and there is four shows<br />
only. The drama is set in 1950s United States and follows a story of vicious<br />
rivalry, passion, divided loyalty and heartbreak. For more information, call<br />
Ali Jones on 027 24 73112. Tickets range from $25-$40 and are available at<br />
westsidestory.co.nz.<br />
Papanui Book Club<br />
Tuesday, 10-11am<br />
Love sharing your<br />
favourite reads? Go and<br />
join other book-lovers<br />
in a friendly, relaxed<br />
library environment. No<br />
bookings required.<br />
Papanui Library, 35<br />
Langdons Rd<br />
JP Clinic<br />
Tuesday, 10am-1pm<br />
A justice of the<br />
peace will be available<br />
to members of the<br />
community to witness<br />
signatures and documents,<br />
certify document copies,<br />
hear oaths, declarations,<br />
affidavits or affirmations<br />
as well as sign citizenship,<br />
sponsorship or rates<br />
rebates applications.<br />
There is no charge for this<br />
service.<br />
Fendalton, Shirley and<br />
Papanui libraries<br />
GenConnect<br />
Tuesday, 12.10-12.40pm<br />
Connecting generations<br />
by sharing knowledge. Do<br />
you have questions about<br />
your iPad, smart phone<br />
or tablet? Or maybe you<br />
want to know how to<br />
use Skype, Facebook, or<br />
share your photos with<br />
family or friends? Ask<br />
an expert. Papanui High<br />
School students will be<br />
available every Tuesday<br />
during term time from<br />
12.10-12.40pm to help you<br />
find answers to all your<br />
questions.<br />
Papanui Library, 35<br />
Langdons Rd<br />
Reading to Dogs<br />
Tuesday, 3.30-4.30pm<br />
These sessions have<br />
been designed to provide<br />
a relaxed and nonthreatening<br />
atmosphere<br />
to encourage children<br />
to practice their reading<br />
skills and develop a love of<br />
reading. This programme<br />
uses dogs who are the<br />
pets of the city council<br />
animal management team<br />
and have been trained<br />
and tested for health,<br />
safety and temperament.<br />
Sessions are <strong>15</strong>min. Phone<br />
941 7923 to book a spot.<br />
Shirley Library, 36<br />
Marshland Rd<br />
Bishopdale Bridge<br />
Club<br />
Wednesday, 11am-<br />
2.30pm<br />
Go along and join in<br />
with this social group<br />
which meets every<br />
Wednesday for a game or<br />
two of bridge. Table fees<br />
$5. Phone Janet for more<br />
information on 352 1440.<br />
Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale<br />
Library and Community<br />
Centre, 13 Bishopdale<br />
Court<br />
Knit ‘n’ Yarn<br />
Thursday 2-3pm<br />
Go along and enjoy a<br />
chat with other as you<br />
knit. For anyone who loves<br />
to knit or wants to learn.<br />
Fendalton Library, 4<br />
Jeffreys Rd<br />
Christchurch Women’s<br />
Toastmasters<br />
Friday, 12.30-1.30pm<br />
Want to advance<br />
your career? Have the<br />
confidence to speak up for<br />
issues you care about? A<br />
friendly group of women<br />
meet weekly to help<br />
women succeed through<br />
developing speaking<br />
and leadership skills.<br />
See the website for more<br />
information –<br />
www.cwctoastmasters.<br />
org.nz<br />
St Pauls, behind<br />
in Tennis Pavilion, 1<br />
Harewood Rd<br />
Bedtime stories at the<br />
Library<br />
Friday, 6.30-7.<strong>15</strong>pm<br />
Go and join Margot for<br />
some Friday night fun.<br />
Themed stories, songs and<br />
simple crafts will entertain<br />
your four to seven-yearolds,<br />
but the whole family<br />
is welcome. Don’t forget to<br />
wear your PJs.<br />
Fendalton Library<br />
Super Saturday<br />
Storytimes<br />
Saturday, 11-11.45am<br />
Encourage learning<br />
through a love for stories<br />
and craft. Storytimes is an<br />
interactive programme<br />
including stories, songs,<br />
rhymes and play. This is a<br />
free session.<br />
Shirley Library, 36<br />
Marshland Rd
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