Nor'West News: June 04, 2019

18 Tuesday June 4 2019
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5pm each Wednesday
Matariki Toi – community art
project
Today, 3.30-4.30 in Redwood,
Wednesday, 3.30-4.30pm in
Shirley
To celebrate Matariki, a
community art project will run
for all to explore their creative
side. This year the project is
to create a star box or wishing/
remembrance star. Materials are
supplied, all you have to do is
take your creativity.
Redwood and Shirley libraries
Senior citizens activities
Monday, 12.30-3pm,
Tuesday,12.45-2.30pm
Enjoy a range of different
activities for senior citizens.
There is a card group on
Mondays and indoor bowls and
friendship groups on Tuesdays.
An old time dance is held on the
first and third Saturday of each
month. For more information
phone Veronica on 383 4682 or
Beth 388 2375.
Scottish Society Hall, cnr of
Caledonian and Edgeware Rds,
St Albans
Knit ’n’ Yarn
Today, 1-3pm and Thursday,
2-3.30pm in Bishopdale,
Wednesday, 1-2.30pm in
Redwood, Friday, 10am-noon in
Papanui
Take your knitting, crochet or
another craft project and have
fun with a social group. This is a
free, drop-in event.
Bishopdale, Redwood and
Papanui libraries
GenConnect
Today, 12.15-12.45pm
If you have questions
about your iPad, smart
phone or tablet, head down
to GenConnect where Papanui
High School students will help
you for free.
Papanui Library
Scrabble Club
Today, 10.30am-noon in
Redwood, Wednesday, 1-3pm in
Bishopdale, and 1.30-3.30pm in
Shirley
Play Scrabble with a friendly
group. Just head down when you
can – no bookings required. All
materials are supplied at this free
event.
Redwood, Bishopdale and
Shirley libraries
Culture Exchange
Friday, 3.45-4.45pm
Go along and make new
friends, practice your English
and learn about New Zealand
and Christchurch.
Shirley Library
JP Clinic
Today, 10am-1pm in Papanui,
Today and Wednesday, 10am-
1pm in Shirley, Saturday, 10amnoon
in Bishopdale
A justice of the peace will
be available to members of
the community to witness
signatures and documents,
certify document copies, hear
oaths, declarations, affidavits
or affirmations, as well as sign
citizenship, sponsorship or rates
rebates applications. No charge.
Papanui, Shirley and
Bishopdale libraries
Makerspace
Today, 3.30-4.30pm
Join in on the fun activities
every week at the Makerspace
sessions. There will be creative
and/or tech activities to try and
fun to be had for kids of all ages.
No bookings required. Free.
Redwood Library
Reading to Dogs
Today, 3.30-4.30pm in
Shirley
Reading to dogs is designed
to provide a relaxed, nonthreatening
atmosphere
which encourages children to
practice and develop a love of
reading. This programme uses
dogs which are pets of the city
council animal management
team. These furry friends have
all been trained and tested for
health, safety and temperament.
Registration is required for this
free event.
Shirley Library
Rummikub
Thursday, 1-2.30pm, Monday,
1-3pm
Go along and
play Rummikub – an exciting,
interactive strategy game. Free,
drop-in event.
Bishopdale Library
If you have a love of games,
head to Papanui Library
on Thursday from 2.30-
4.30pm and choose from
a wide selection, including
the classics. This fun and
social event is free for all
ages to enjoy. No bookings
are required.
Storytimes
Today, 10.30-11am in Shirley,
Wednesday, 10.30-11am
in Bishopdale, Thursday,
11-11.30am in Papanui and
Monday, 10.30-11am in
Redwood
This free event encourages
learning through a love for
stories. Storytimes is an
interactive programme for all
ages.
Shirley, Bishopdale, Papanui
and Redwood libraries
Mahjong
Saturday, 2-4pm in Shirley,
Monday, 2-4pm in Papanui
If you are interested in
playing or learning Mahjong,
head down to this free session for
beginners and advanced players
alike.
Shirley Library (registrations
required) and Papanui Library
(drop-in)
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Main meals are supplied to each unit
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If you seek a lifestyle within a small
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has a long proud diverse history and
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To see if McKenzie Lifestyle Village is
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