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Thursday <strong>August</strong> <strong>17</strong> <strong>2023</strong><br />

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what’s on<br />

this week<br />

Electoral Connected<br />

Roadshow<br />

Thursday, 4-5.30pm<br />

Upper Riccarton Library<br />

Discover exciting job opportunities<br />

for the upcoming election, fostering a<br />

community that values your unique<br />

skills and contributions. Let your<br />

voice be heard – learn about the<br />

importance of active citizenship and<br />

how your participation can make an<br />

impact. Free, no bookings required.<br />

JP Clinic<br />

Thursday, 9.30am-12.30pm -<br />

Hornby Library<br />

Tuesday, 10am-1pm - Te Hāpua:<br />

Halswell Centre<br />

Tuesday, 9.30am-12.30pm - Upper<br />

Riccarton Library<br />

A Justice of the Peace is on site to<br />

take oaths, declarations, affidavits and<br />

affirmations; to witness signatures on<br />

documents and to certify document<br />

copies. The JP can also witness<br />

citizenship applications, sponsorship<br />

applications and rates rebate<br />

applications. No charge.<br />

Drop-in Session with Hornby<br />

Ward Councillor Mark Peters<br />

Thursday, 10am-noon<br />

Hornby Library<br />

Mark will be available at the Hornby<br />

Library most Thursday mornings<br />

between 10am and noon, with<br />

community board members Sarah<br />

Brunton or Henk Buunk substituting<br />

if Mark is unavailable. These sessions<br />

are for anyone wanting to discuss<br />

Hornby Indoor Market, Saturday, 10am-2pm, South Hornby Primary<br />

School. Jewellery, artworks, crafts, plants, woodwork, bath & body<br />

products, candles, baby/children’s wear, knitting, home decor, hot food,<br />

coffee + more. Free admission.<br />

local issues or ask questions they may<br />

have about anything city council<br />

related. Contact Mark to make an<br />

appointment: 028 409 5615 or mark.<br />

peters@ccc.govt.nz<br />

Story Time<br />

Fridays, 10.30-11am<br />

Riccarton House and Bush<br />

Join us for story time in the historic<br />

morning room at Riccarton House.<br />

Bring your tamariki and a gold coin<br />

and enjoy local books, bubbles and<br />

fun. No bookings necessary. Aimed<br />

at pre-school children (older siblings<br />

welcome). Even better, purchase any<br />

large coffee and receive a free fluffy<br />

from our friends at The Quarters Cafe.<br />

English Conversation Club<br />

Thursdays, 11am-noon<br />

Upper Riccarton Library<br />

The Conversation Club is a relaxed<br />

drop in group where anyone is welcome<br />

to come and practice conversations<br />

in english. This is not a class, but<br />

an opportunity to talk with others in<br />

English and meet new people. Great<br />

for ESOL learners.<br />

Riccarton Park Menzshed<br />

Tuesday & Thursday, 1-4pm<br />

181 Racecourse Rd<br />

Retired, looking for something to<br />

do? Share your knowledge and skills,<br />

or learn new ones while fostering<br />

friendships at the menzshed.<br />

Knit ‘n’ Yarn<br />

Thursday 10am-noon<br />

Upper Riccarton Library<br />

Come along with your knitting,<br />

crochet or other craft project. Share<br />

skills and be inspired in our friendly,<br />

relaxing environment. Don’t forget to<br />

borrow craft books! All skills and<br />

skill levels are welcome in this social<br />

group.<br />

the reassurance of quality<br />

The Russley Village is known for premium design, layout and extensive facilities that deliver an<br />

uncompromised lifestyle during retirement. The reassurance of quality is built into everything we<br />

do. At the Russley, you will live in a safe and supportive community, with freedom and independence,<br />

while knowing that the Ashley Suites care facility is on-site to provide care up to hospital level.<br />

Offering a blend of crafted independent villas, terraced houses, apartments and care, The Russley<br />

is a complete and comprehensive community.<br />

you simply have to see to fully appreciate

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