Cancer Society-Blessing & Unveiling of Relay Memorial Sculpture
The Cancer Society would like to announce that the Relay Memorial Sculpture will be blessed and unveiled this Sunday at 3pm, at the Cancer Society Memorial garden on the Taylor River Reserve. All welcome. (this is the second unveiling after the statue was vandalized and knocked down a few weeks ago).
Adult Learners' Week with REAP Marlborough
Adult Learners' Week with REAP Marlborough - He Tangata Matauranga - Learn for Today & Tomorrow. Listed below are the daily courses being held for the week:
Monday 6th September
Especially for the Ladies - REAP House 10.00am - 1.00pm $10.00 - Write your own story. An author tells how. Hebel Stone Carving, surprise yourself. Sushi making, learn the very basics.
Tuesday 7th September
Pasifika Bus Tour & Visit to Waikawa Marae - Bus leaving REAP House at 9.00am - A Powhiri & talk about the meeting house. Light refreshments. Shared lunch on the Picton Foreshore then a visit to the Millennium Gallery. Return to REAP House at 2.00pm.
Wednesday 8th September
Picton Men's Community Shed Open Day - PowerHouse Reserve, Wairau Road, Picton 10.00am - 4.00pm - A chance to see the blokes at work. Join us for lunch.
English Language Partners' Open Day - Marlborough House, Henry Street 10.00am - 2.00pm - English Language Partners works with migrants & refugees in Marlborough. They help people to learn English & to understand more about life here. Their service includes one-to-one home tutoring & community English Groups.
International Literacy Day - Marlborough House, Henry Street 5.30pm - 7.30pm - Literacy Aotearoa will celebrate International Literacy Day & will again be 'releasing' travelling books to celebrate. Travelling Books are books which are left in public places for people to find, read (hopefully enjoy) & then place back in a public place for somebody else to find. Readers are asked to let Literacy Marlborough where their books have travelled to, whta people thought about the book & where they left it.
Thursday 9th September
Pasifika Lalanga (weaving & mending) - REAP House 10.00am - 12.00 noon - An opportunity to learn lalanga & experience some Pasifika culture. Bring some fresh fruit for a shared morning tea.
Friday 10th September
Especially for the Men - REAP House 10.00am - 1.00pm $10.00 - Chainsaw maintenance & sharpening. Ron Perano tells a whaler's tale. A demonstration of tasty fish receipes for blokes.
Saturday 11th September
Fiafia Day - Pasifika Concert Forum 12 noon - Experience Pasifika song & dance. Complimentary light refreshments available. Performances include: Bong's Ni Van string band, Filia's Samoan singers & dancers, Vika's Fijian singers & dancers, Tongan singing & singing by Tagata Pasifika Advocates.
Adult Learners' Week Award Ceremony Forum 1.00pm - Mayor Alistair Sowman will present awards to Outstanding Learners, Exceptional Adult Educators & Innovative Providers.
Spaces are limited - enrol now at REAP Marlborough, 19 George Street, Blenheim. Ph: 578-7848
NZ Spring Cleans for Starship Foundation
A unique fundraising campaign has just kicked off, asking New Zealanders to clean up, clear out & sell off, all in support of the kids at Starship. It's called Starship Spring Clean, where people can sell their unwanted foods on Trade Me at www.trademe.co.nz/starship , pledging all or part of the sale proceeds to Starship Children's Hospital.
Not only can you list your own items on Trade Me, but you can also bid on amazing experiences & items donated by celebrity & corporate supporters as well as all other items listed by the general public during the month of September. Anyone who sells an item through Starship Spring Clean on Trade Me & donates the proceeds to Starship will be refunded the auction success fees by Trade Me. With the full support of Trade Me, Starship Spring Clean will help everyday New Zealanders support Starship kids. It's a win-win: while cleaning out your cupboards, you'll also be raising moeny for the major rebuild of the Level 6 Neurological & Medical Specialty Wards at Starship Children's Hospital.
During September Spring Clean Starship will have other ways to donate via their website. Or dial 0900 STARSHIP to instantly donate $20 or text STAR to 469 to donate $3.
You can also follow the Starship Spring Clean on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/starshipfoundation.
Softball NZ Umpires Clinic
Softball NZ is pleased to announce the full program & registration for their 2010 Upper South Island Umpire Clinic. The two day clinic is aimed at umpires of all calibres (beginners to season pro's) & will include a mix of practical & theory. This clinic is free to attend.
Registrations are due on Wednesday 8th September 2010 by 12 noon via email or post. Please contact the Softball NZ Upper South Island Representative, Lesley McIntosh on 021 537069 or email:
softball@nel.sporttasman.org.nz.
Clinic will be held at A&P Showgrounds, Blenheim on the 11th & 12th September 2010. Presenters include Mark MacFarlane, Nicola Ogier & Wiremu Tamaki.
Mark Stevenson First National - Fathers Day Treat
Join Mark Stevenson First National at Shelly Beach, Picton Harbour at 1.30pm on Fathers Day to see the final voyage of ROOFLISS - the van that crossed Cook Strait. Meet Dan & Adam, the creators of ROOFLISS & who made the Cook Strait crossing.
Fund Raising Auction commences at 2pm where two rides in ROOFLISS will be auctioned. All funds raised will go to Marlborough Hospice.
Charity Sausage Sizzle will be held with all funds raised will be donated to The Picton Emergency Centre.
A Shepherd and his Ships - Art Exhibition
A Shepherd and his Ships. Maritime Art by Frank Barnes. 28 August - 3 October at the Millenium Art Gallery (opposite Seymour Sq)
Millenium Art Gallery is open 10.30 am - 4.30pm Weekdays and 1-4pm Weekends.
Arthiritis Annual Appeal - We want YOU!
The Appeal will run Tuesday 21st September until Tuesday 28th September. National Street Collection Day is on Friday 24th September.
Arthiritis New Zealand needs your help - if you can volunteer for an hour or two of your time to assist in any way, please phone your local Arthiritis Center on 0800663463 or visit arthritis.org.nz
They'd love to have your support!
Redwoodtown Plunket Baby and Child Gear Sale!
Toddle on down to the Redwoodtown Plunket baby and child gear sale. From 9am - 12 noon, Saturday, 18th September 2010 at the St Christoper's Hall (Cnr of Weld & Cleghorn Streets) Gold coin entry - Donations to Plunket.
Buying:
- New and used baby and child gear
- Quality brands and labels
- Cake sales, raffles and more
- Face painting and entertainment
Grab yourself a great bargain
Selling:
- Rent a table for only $20
- Commercial table for $30
- Space to advertise bigger items
- YOU keep the profits
Clear out your clutter and make some $$
Kids Kitchen Garden
Marlborough Farmers' Market is building a Kids Kitchen Garden on the corner of Maxwell and Alabama Roads, at the A&P Showgrounds.
They have 50% of the funding required but need the community's help to complete the project.
To show your support and help this project, donations of soils etc would be appreciated.
Tua Marina Dance - "Hat Theme"
Tua Marina Dance "Hat Theme" at the Tua Marina Memorial Hall on Saturday 4th September 2010 from 7.30pm to 11.30pm. Music provided by Janet's Old Time Dance Band. Raffles, spot prizes & fun for all. Please bring a plate for shared suppler & bring along your friends & enjoy a night of dancing.
Daffidols at Timara & Fairhall School
Timara Lodge garden will be open to the public, giving people the chance to view the wonderful daffodil display, the lake and extensive heritage garden on Sunday 12th September 2010 from 1pm to 4pm. $5 entry (primary school children free). Devonshire teas available. All funds to Fairhall School.
Stroke Awareness Week 6th -12th September 2010
Stroke Awareness Week - 6th to 12th September 2010
Free Blood Pressure checks will be available at the Marlborough Town Library on Thursday 9th September all day between 9.00am and 4.oopm and the Field Officer will be there to help anyone with information about Stroke as well. Thanks to the kind volunteer support of nurses who will be assisting on the day. Wonderful club volunteers will be at supermarkets on Thursday and Friday 9th and 10th September collecting for the annual Stroke Awareness Appeal. This is also happening in Picton on Thursday.
The key message for Stroke Awareness Week is: Act FAST - Recognising stroke symptoms could save your life or the life of a loved one”“If a stroke is recognised and treated quickly – within four and a half hours of the onset of stroke – it can mean less damage to the brain and more chance of a better recovery”“ Around 6000 people have strokes in New Zealand each year, but at least one in three New Zealanders can’t recognise the signs of a stroke, which can result in a needless loss of life”
New Zealanders are being urged to look out for the following stroke symptoms through the Stroke Foundations FAST campaign:
FACE – Has it drooped?
ARM – Is one arm weaker?
SPEECH – IS it slurred, jumbled?
TIME – Time to act Fast - Dial 111 immediately
Craigs Investment Partners Hospice Classic 2010
Tee off with Craigs Investment Partners and support Hospice Marlborough!
Craigs Investment Partners invite you to come along and support a fantastic community event. All proceeds go to Hospice Marlborough.
Date: Friday, 10 September 2010.
Time: Shotgun start at 8.00am and 12.30pm, register early to secure your preferred time.
Venue: Rarangi Golf Club.
Format: Individual and team Stableford. Best 3 of 4 scores, hole by hole.
Entries: Make a team of four or enter as an individual and we will find a team for you. Open to all men and women - entries limited. Entries close Friday, 3 September 2010. Entry fee required with entry form to secure your position in the field.
Entry: $25 per person, ($100 per team).
Contact: Craigs Investment Partners Blenheim Branch for more details and entry forms.
Phone: 577 7410
Email: blenheim@craigsip.com
Marlborough Freshwater Anglers' Club Inc - Free Fly Casting Clinic
Marlborough Freshwater Anglers' Club Inc - Free introduction to fly fishing clinic.
The club is having its annual free fly casting clinics on Sunday 5th September & Sunday 12th September on the banks of the Taylor River, entrance from the Nelson Street car park from 9.30am to 12.00pm. Club members will be present to help you master the art of fly casting and provide you wish a few fishing tips. These sessions are very popular and you do not have to be a member of the club. Morning tea will be provided.
MS Awareness Week
29th August - 4th September 2010
This is one of the biggest fundraisers of the Year for MS Marlborough.
All money raised in Marlborough, stays in Marlborough.
Watch out for street collecters on Friday 3rd September from 10am-3pm, at supermarkets, Mitre 10 MEGA, The Warehouse, and other various places in town or donate anytime this week at Café Home or Yealands Winery.
Plus Café Home will donate 30cents from every coffee sold on Friday Spetember 3rd to MS Marlborough.
Marlborough Basketball Assn’s Summer League & Academy Program
The Marlborough Basketball Association’s Summer League and Academy Program commence in October.
Senior Summer League starts Tuesday 5 October through until the 7 December with games expected to be between 6pm and 9pm. Those interested in registering a team are asked to call the basketball office on 577 8300.
The Academy will run for 6 consecutive weeks from Wednesday 13th October, is open to all players junior players, regardless of ability, and costs just $40 for over 10 hours of coaching. 2011 representative squads will be selected from the Academy.
Registration forms for both of these are available from the stadium reception area or contact the basketball office on 577 8300
Blenheim Country Music Club Fundraising Cabaret
Blenheim Country Music Club are holding at Fundraising cabaret for the 2011 Gourmet Paradise Country Music Awards at the Combined Clubs of Marlborough on Saturday 4th September 2010 8pm-12pm.
Featuring Sharon Russell (Williams) 2009 overall winner, Mary Brooks, Wayne Love, Angie Cook with Marlborough Country Showband. Light supper provided. Tickets $20.00 per person & can be purchased at Ken Hams MusicWorks, Clubs of Marlborough & Chequers.
Come & have a great night out.
Awatere Playcentre - Kiwi ana Mid-Winter Christmas
Awatere Playcentre in Seddon are holding a Kiwi Ana Mid-Winter Christmas R18 event on Saturday 4th September 2010. There will be a traditional hangi meal with Christmas style desserts, local singers & various music, fancy dress kiwi ana themed, Santa's cave, raffles & silent auction.
Event will be held at Awatere Club rooms commencing at 5:30pm. Tickets $25.00 for single or $40 for double & can be purchased at Awatere Playcentre or ACT in Seddon.
Central Rugby End of Year Prizegiving
Central Rugby End of Year Prizegiving will be held on Saturday 4th September 2010 at Central Clubrooms at Lansdowne Park. Dress up theme is "Old School Mafia" & there will be a Happy Hour from 7.00-8.00pm. Prizegiving starts at 8.30pm. Ticket entry $10 & tickets can be purchased from Hair Studio @ 217 on the corner of Hospital & Maxwell Roads.
Top of the South Rock 'n Roll Lessons
Top of the South Rock 'n Roll Lessons start Thursdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th September & 7th October at 7pm at the Main Hall at Clubs of Marlborough. Flats shoes required. Bookings essential Phone: 578-6208 Evenings.
Run n Kaikoura
Kaikoura Suburban School in association with major sponsor Kaikoura 4 Square bring you the Kaikoura Half Marathon.
When: Saturday 11th September 2010
What:
- 1/2 Marathon Run or Walk
- 10km Run
- 10km Walk
- 2 km Mara’fun (Primary school age children)
What Else:
- Race pack goodies
- Food, sausage sizzle and coffee etc available
Prizes:
- Fantastic prizes
- Special prizes for veterans (40 and over)
- Heaps of spot prizes
More Details & Entry Form:
Be quick as entries close on Friday 3rd September!
Make a weekend of it and explore everything Kaikoura has to offer.
Club Holden Marlborough - All Makes Car Show
Club Holden Marlborough is hosting an ALL MAKES CAR SHOW on Saturday 23rd October 2010 at the Picton School, Corner of York Street & Broadway.
If you have a special vehicle that you would like to display then we would like you to join us. Collect your registration form from the following businesses: Just GM Blenheim, Boots & All Blenheim, Wadsco Motorworld Blenheim, Motordrome Services Picton, Picton Marine Brokers, Challenge Service Station Picton, Picton Resource Centre, Picton Tools & Tyres OR we will post one to you, just notify us of your contact address. A get together for entrants will be held from 4-6pm at The Barn, High Street, Picton.
Entry $5 (1 car & 1 person) $5 per extra person (to be paid before 20th September). Public entrey: Gold coin entry at gate.
This is a combined fundraiser for Picton School & The Emergency Operations Centre, Picton.
Contacts: Sharon Rendel 03 573 8109, Mark Brownie 03 577 6875, Leeanne Chandler 03 573 8529, Andy Hall 03 577 8851.
St Mary's Youth - Salt & Light Ball
Salt & Light Ball - A celebration of culture & community hosted by St Mary's youth at St Mary's Parish Hall at 61 Maxwell Road on Saturday 18th September from 7.30pm to 12.00am.
Dress up & come join us for a night of dancing with fantastic music & performances showcasing the variety & talent of the cultures & youth in our community. There will be spot prizes & an auction full of goodies including quality fine art, to raise funds for St Mary's youth band equipment. Superbly salty supper provided.
Tickets $20 per person & $50 per family. Tickets available from St Mary's youth rooms in the hall Mon-Wed 1pm-6pm or phone Mieke: 027 749 9199 or Maurice 0274 445 506
The Wairau Lagoon Trail Run/Walk
This year the The Wairau Lagoon Trail Run/Walk will now be held at on Sunday September 19th Whites bay and using The Black Jack Track and a smaller track for littlies and buggies.
This event is a great day out for the family and people who would like to get to know their local area and have fun!
Once again there will be HEAPS of prizes!
Find more information and/or download an entry form
here!
If you would like a hard copy of the entry form, you can get one from Grovetown School or Spokesman Avanti Plus on Queen St.
Spring Creek School Fair
Spring Creek School Fair - Saturday 4th Sept, 10am-2pm. As well as all the usual fantastic trimmings of a school fair they have a Wine, Cake & Monster Auction. On the day before Fathers Day so perfect opportunity to come along & get your dad one of the yummy cakes on offer or one of the many great items in the monster auction.
THE 'LIVE INSPIRED' JOURNEY
Lisa Du Fall is bringing together her passion for motorsport and children to make a difference in the lives of as many people as possible. She will be flying to bottom of the South Island in November 2010 and making her way to Cape Reinga in 100 or more creative ways of transport.
The journey will raise money toward a 'dream fund' for children who are sick, disabled or have special needs. Lisa endeavours to raise $15,000 which amounts to a year’s grant for three children.
Find out more
HERE
Live Inspired Journey
Lisa DuFall is bringing together her passion for motorsport and children to make a difference in the lives of as many people as possible. She will be flying to bottom of the South Island in November 2010 and making her way to Cape Reinga with other motorsport enthusiasts who are kindly offering to drive her a small part of the way.
The journey will raise money toward a 'dream fund' for a child who is sick, disabled or has special needs. By asking businesses throughout NZ to match these contributions, Lisa endeavour to raise $15,000 which amounts to a 3 year grant for a child.
http://www.liveinspiredjourney.org/
Marlborough Harrier Club presents Queen Charlotte Relay
Marlborough Harrier Club presents the Queen Charlotte Relay on Saturday 18th September 2010. Walkers start time: 11.30am outside Waitohi Domain, Dublin Street, Picton. Runners start time: 1.00pm outside Waitohi Domain, Dublin Street, Picton.
Grades: Open Men/Veteran Men (35 plus), Open Women/Veteran Woman (35 plus), Junior Men or Women (19 & under), Social Runners (inluding mixed teams) & Walkers. All competitors MUST be aged 14 or above on Race Day.
Entry fee $60.00 per team. Entry Limit: Race is limited to a maximum of 80 teams participating (including walkers). Entries Close: 11 September 2010.
For entry forms & rules visit www.harriers.net.nz
Nativity Church's Alpha Course
No question is a dumb question at Nativity Church's Alpha Course, starting August 3. All your questions about life, death, and all the God-and-Jesus stuff are welcome in this 12-week series, which you could call a "Faith 101" course. Nativity Church - under the red-brick spire on Alfred St.
Picton Resource Centre
The Picton Resource Centre has a complete database of the community activities, times, contacts and venues of events and happenings within the Picton and Sounds area. To find out what's going on in the area contact us by phoning 573-7990, email:
prcentre@xtra.co.nz or calling into our office between 10am -1pm Monday to Friday in the Mariners Mall next to the Seaport News Office.
Blenheim Volunteer Fire Brigade
Blenheim Volunteer Fire Brigade are continually looking for men or women aged 16 and over and interested in putting something back into their community. Need to be available for callouts at any time, so work and or live in Blenheim. Also need to be available for training on Monday nights 7-9pm. Will need to pass a medical and police check before acceptance. Fire service is great for those wanting to develop their teamwork skills. For further information, call into the Blenheim Fire Station or phone 579-5799.
The Picton School 150th Anniversary
The Picton School 150th Anniversary will be held on Friday 8 to Sunday 10 April 2011. Registration of Interest forms are available at h.jackson@actrix.co.nz or visit the Picton School website on
www.picton.school.nz
The anniversary committee is currently looking for old photos. Contact the secretary h.jackson@actrix.co.nz
Pam's of Queen St
PAMS of Queen St is open from 10am-3:30pm Monday to Friday & 10am - 12noon on Saturdays for the Sale of Good Quality clothing and linen
Donations of Good clean items may be dropped inour bins around town or at the shop.
Blen Smallbore Rifle
Monday 6th September- blenheim smallbore rifle club - come along and try something new and enjoy the challenge. Venue is our club rooms at Athletic park 7pm Monday Evenings.Everything is supplied for further enquiries phone Eddie 578 4438 or Aussie 578 7803
Pasttimes Indoor Bowl Club
Indoor Bowls - pasttimes indoor clubs meets each Monday evening at the Redwoodtown community centre on oliver park at 7.30pm
they welcome all past and new bowlers
Central Badminton Club
Central Badminton Club
Meet every Tuesday Night 7.30 - 9.30pm
Marlborough Boys college
Everyone Welcome
Some Equipment available
Marlborough Farmers Market
Every Thursday at the Market Place (Forum) from 2 - 5pm, Rain or Shine, Fresh from the farm gate to the dinner plate!
Back by popular demand - The Winter Farmers Market Soup Kitchen - Hot soup with fresh bread - Local chefs using local ingredients from the market. Vote for your favourite soup at
mfm.co.nz or at the next Farmers' Market
Plus - listen to Jamie & Nige on Thursday Morning for your chance to win with the Winter Marlborough Farmers Market