JANUARY

Music in the Park - A free Auckland Council event
Where: Jellicoe Park, Onehunga
When: 4pm to 7pm, Sunday 29 January
Details: Latin sensation Kantuta are inspired by the musical influences of various cultural backgrounds. Their unique style of modern Latino Music and rhythms will have you breaking out those salsa moves. KANTUTA big band and dancers performs 2 sets of music and dance from 5-7pm The event starts at 4pm with a latin support band Tumbastiano performing. Bring a picnic and a rug!

FEBRUARY

Mumpreneurs Workshop
Where: Onehunga Community Centre
When: Saturday 11th February
Details: Mumpreneurs Unlimited is a unique course delivered in small group sessions by two entrepreneurial women, both directors of Ochre Baby Ltd. It is a company set up to bring 'cool', innovative products to Kiwi parents. Develop your own business idea during the course, or have your existing business idea in mind. You will learn to find your true vision and values, pick an idea that suits you, get it started, then keep it running. Course cost: $60 per person. Morning tea included .
Limited seats available.
Register at www.ochrebaby.co.nz . Contact Krystal Wojnowski at info@ochrebaby.co.nz or Phone: 027-240-2135

Onehunga celebrates Chinese New Year
When: 11am - 2pm, Saturday 11 February
Where: Onehunga Mall & Onehunga Community Centre
Details: Come to Onehunga to see a Chinese Lion dancing through Onehunga Mall blessing the shops and celebrations at the Onehunga Library & Community Centre

Relay for Life FUNdraiser
When: 4pm, Saturday 18 February to 10am, Sunday 19 February
Where: Mt Smart Stadium
Details: The Cancer Society's Relay For Life is returning to Mt Smart Stadium. More than 1500 people participated in 2010. In 2011, Relays were held across New Zealand and raised nearly $3 million.

MARCH

Oranga Cultural Festival
Where: Fergusson Domain, 52c Waitangi Road, Oranga . Rain venue: Oranga Primary, 21 Rangipawa Rd, Oranga.
When: Saturday 3 March 2012 1pm to 4pm
Details: The Oranga Cultural Festival is showcasing the talent, diversity & spirit of the communities of Oranga, Te Papapa & Onehunga.An exciting competition of cultural performance by a range of groups.The line-up of performances includes dance & song from Tonga, Egypt, Samoa, the Cook Islands, Latin America & Aotearoa.Entries include Shimmy with Massarah, Martin Hautis Institute, Samoan Worship Centre, Onehunga Methodist Youth, & Oranga Community Centre Youth.Schools performing include St Joseph's, Onehunga Primary, Oranga & Te Papapa Primary's.Join in the Hot Hula demonstration as well as games & giveaways.A great family day out with entertainment, food stalls, Jiggles the the Clown, facepainting,& a bouncy castle. www.orangacentre.org.nz

Onehunga Festival 2012
When: 11am - 4pm, Saturday 24 March
Where: Onehunga Bay Lagoon
Details: It's family, it's fun and it's free! A fantastic day for you, for the kids, for everyone! Featuring lots of fun activities including a waterslide, a rock climbing wall and a children's train! Plus bouncy castle, craft and food stalls. And fantastic entertainment from local talent (last year we had Ladi 6!)

Sunday Indoor market
When: 9am - 2pm, Sunday 25 March
Where: Onehunga Workingmen's Club, Onehunga Mall
Details: The market, to be held upstairs at the Club, will be offering quality, original goods. Workshops showcasing the various stalls will be offered for instance, flax weaving and Tapa cloth-making. If you are interested in booking a stall, phone 021 1925 437. Be aware that food stalls are not required as food will be available from the Club.

Annual Car Boot Sale
When: 8.30am to 12.30pm, Saturday 31 March
Where: Ambury Park Centre for Riding Therapy, 66 Wellesley Road, Mangere Bridge
Details: If you are looking for a bargain - then stop in at the Ambury Park Centre. Plants, produce, pre-loved goods, beaded jewellery, cake and food stalls, sausage sizzle, pony rides, buskers and more. Phone 634-0763, Ext 203 for further information

ONGOING EVENTS

A balancing act for mums
Where: Onehunga Community Centre - Henderson room
When: Monday mornings 9.30am - 11am
Cost: Currently free of charge
Details: 'MotherGood' is a group for mums of 0 - 5 yr olds to come and connect with each other in a safe and confidential environment. Bring your joys, bring your sorrows, bring your children, bring yourself and discover that you're not alone in this journey called 'Motherhood'. There are toys available for your children to play with. Spaces are limited so ring, text or email for more information: Catherine Readhead 9MNZAC); Mobile: 027276 9977 Email: Catherine@newdaycounselling.com Adult Sports Leagues
Where: Jordan Recreation Centre, Pearce Street, Onehunga
Details: Would you like to enter a social adult sports league?
Yes!
Well...
Jordan Recreation & Fitness Centre are now registering netball and soccer
teams to play in social leagues!
If you are interested in entering a netball or soccer team, call or email
Jo Clarke (Recreation Co-ordinator at Jordan Rec Centre).
YMCA Jordan Recreation & Fitness Centre

(09) 6268825
or
Email
Y-Sports.Jordan@nzymca.com

AK Active Y-Active Kids
When: Monday 3.30-5pm Term Time
Where: YMCA Jordan Recreation Centre
Details: FREE Active sports ranging from dodgeball to hockey, soccer and basketball


AK Active Y-Music and Movement
When: Thursday 10-11am Term Time
Where: Oranga Community Centre
Details: FREE Pre-schooler's music and movement, fun and play.
Musical instruments provided


Ashtanga Beginners Yoga and Pregnancy Yoga

Where: 83 Selwyn St
When: Tuesday 6:30-7:30pm, 7:45-8:45pm and Saturday 10am-11am
Details: Weekly yoga classes held at Onehunga Community House, 83 Selwyn St. Ashtanga beginners classes and Pregnancy Yoga classes. Concessions available. Contact Bronwyn on 021 1451545 for details or www.onthemat.co.nz


Beginners Ashtanga Yoga Class
When: Every Tuesday 6.30 - 7.30pm
Where: Onehunga Community House, 83 Selwyn Street, Onehunga
Details: Mats provided but feel free to bring your own.Trial offer - First class $5. Please call Bronwyn on 579-5588 to book a place.

kimiw.nz@xtra.co.nz


Bellydance classes

When: Tuesdays 10am - Ellerslie Masonic Centre, 9a Robert Street, Ellerslie
Tuesdays 5.30pm at Cheal Cottage, 8 Arthur Street, Ellerslie.
Tuesdays at 7pm - Christ Church Hall, 169 Ladies Mile, Ellerslie.
Wednesdays at 7.45pm - Pause Wellbeing Studio, Unit L, Ellerslie Business Centre, 101 Main Highway.
Details: Contact Massarah on 0212345266 or shimmywithmassarah@gmail.com to book into a class.

BNI Onehunga (Business Networking International)
Where: The Library Cafe 55 Princes Street, Onehunga
When: Tuesdays 7.30 - 8:30am
Details: BNI is a business and professional referral organisation whose primary purpose is to exchange qualified business referrals and develop word-of-mouth marketing techniques.

Unlike other networking groups, BNI provides its members with a structure and a plan to enable them to network in a deliberate and professional manner. As an organisation, BNI keeps track of the number of referrals passed by each chapter and encourages the members to record the dollar value of the business they receive.

This is a new chapter for this area; we are currently seeking new members in the following fields: accounting, tradesmen (plumbing, electrical, building etc.), lawyers, early childhood, mortgage brokers. For more information phone Marguerite on 021 756858. Email marguerite@renaissancedance.co.nz

BoxFx Boxing Fitness and Self-Defence
Where: Onehunga Community Centre, 83 Church Street, Onehunga
When: Every Tuesdays and Fridays: 12pm-1pm
Details: Specialising in women's health and fitness. Classes are for beginners to advanced. Children play area available while you train.
"Train your mind, body and spirit, for it is all you should care, nurture and love. Abstract what is important to you and create confidence, self-esteem and good character." Workout before lunch hour and burn heaps of calories, gain faster metabolism, feel better, and replace energy used with good food. Sports massage and nutritional information available. Community price-$5 per class. $45 concession (10x) -1 free class. Wear comfortable clothing. For more information phone Tangata Greig on 02111738825/962-1244

Career Services Workshops
Where: Onehunga Community Library, 83 Church St, Onehunga
When: 10am to 11.30am every Monday
Details: The workshops are run by workshop creator and career consultant Andrew Tui, The classes will teach how to identify skills, interests and career goals, then get on the right track with job search, CV and letter writing techniques. Interview tips and preparation are also covered. For more information ph (09) 374 1819 or visit www.careers.govt.nz

Coffee Group
When: Friday mornings between 10am and Noon
Where: Oranga Community Centre 52c Waitangi Road
Cost: Free but a koha would be appreciated.
Details: This group is specifically for those with children under one year old. It is a chance to get out of the house, relax with a cuppa, and make new friends.


Ellerslie Craft Group
Where: Leicester Hall, Ellerslie
When: Thursdays 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Details: Bring along your own craft projects or learn new ones with our demonstrations every few weeks. No experience necessary. For demonstration requirements ph Natasha 5252702. $3 per visit includes a cuppa. Come weekly, fortnightly what ever suits you. Get those projects completed that
you have put to the bottom of your priorty list in this busy world and take some time out for you!
For more information phone Natasha 5252702.


Epsom Combined PROBUS club meeting
Where: Epsom Bowling Club, 77 The Drive, Epsom
When: 10am - 12 noon the 1st Monday of every month
Details: for senior men and women. For more information phone Eileen on 634-4277, or email dawn052011@hotmail.com

Father and Child Trust Drop-in
Where: Maungakiekie room, Onehunga Community Centre, Church St, Onehunga
When: Monday to Friday from 10am-2pm.
Details: The twelve year old Christchurch based Father and Child Trust have just opened their second centre in Onehunga, the purpose of their work being to support men in developing fulfilling relationships with their children. For more information drop in, ph Peter (09) 525 1690 or email Auckland@fatherandchild.org.nz.

Get fit with Boxfit - Free classes for 13-18 year olds
Where: Onehunga Community Centre
When: Thursday afternoons from 4pm to 4pm
Details: Trained instructor, Henry Houia leads the class of 11-16 year olds through basic fitness and boxing style techniques.


Karate
Where: Aotea Sea Scout Hall
When: Wed & Thurs
Details: Koryu Uchinadi Kenpo-jutsu

If you are wanting;
. an activity for yourself
. an activity for your children
. to seriously study a martial art
. to improve fitness & self-confidence

Juniors 6 till 7pm
From 8 years & up. Karate techniques are taught more as a physical education & can help to improve concentration, discipline & co-ordination.
Seniors 7 till 9pm
This is suitable for men, women & teenagers, classes can consist of anything from solo exercises, two-person drills, kata, kobudo (weapons) &/or grappling. Functional two-person drills provide a base from which to learn the self-defense aspects of this art.
Contact Brett Hall 634 3299 or 021 103 3947


Learn to sway the pacific way
Where: Onehunga Community House, 83 Selwyn Street
Details: Use your hands, hips and body to tell the stories of the songs from the Cook Island, Hawaii, Samoa and Tahiti. For further information phone Charlene on 027 5111 1387/634-8239 or email ura_tabu@hotmail.com


Maungakiekie Toastmasters
When: 7.30pm, Every second Tuesday
Where: Jack Dickey Community Centre, 176 Greenlane Road
Detail: For more information contact Stephanie on 634-6456

Mauri Ora Fathers meet
Where: Maungakiekie room, Onehunga Community Centre, Church St, Onehunga
When: Wednesdays from 7-9pm
Details: A meeting for fathers to share issues from communicating with midwives to wagging school to coping as a single dad. Children are welcome. For more information contact Peter ph (09) 525 1690 or email brendon@fatherandchild.org.nz

NETBALL Mixed Adult Sports League
Where: Jordan Recreation Centre, Pearce Street, Onehunga
When: Wednesdays
Details: ENTER YOUR TEAM NOW TO REGISTER YOUR TEAM - Contact Reception at Jordan Rec Centre or Y-Sports.Jordan@nzymca.com


Newas Yoga Class
Where: Shanti Niwas Seniors Centre, 14 Spring Street, Onehunga (Next to the Dolphin Theatre.)
When: Every Tuesday at 6.30pm-7.30pm
Details: A yoga class based on Baba Ramdev's Yoga Programme. For more information contact Indu Bajaj ph (09) 622 1010. All welcome.

Onehunga Communicare Friendship Centre
Where: Onehunga Community Centre, 83 Church Street
When: Wednesdays 9.30am - 12.30pm
Details: The Onehunga Friendship Centre reopened. New members and volunteer helpers very welcome. The Centre is for elderly and disabled folk. Some of the activities members can enjoy are crafts, indoor bowls, board games etc. Morning tea and lunch provided at $4.00. For more information please phone Cheryl on 631-5968.


Quench coffee and craft group
Where: Hillsborough Baptist Church, 179 Hillsborough Rd, Hillsborough.
When: Every second Tuesday from 9.30-11.15am.
Cost: $5 pr head- covers food, childcare and craft materials.
Details: A coffee group founded for friendship, support, craft, discussion and of course coffee. For parents of pre-schoolers childcare is provided.


QUIZ Night
When: Every Thursday night at 6.30pm
Where: The Library Cafe, 55 Princes Street
Details: NEW Weekly Quiz. Groups of 2 or more welcome. No entry fee. Great Prizes. First night special - $5 house wine & beer. Light dinner menu available. See you there! www.librarycafe.co.nz


Raise up n Represent drop in night
Where: YMCA Jordan Recreation Centre
When: Fridays 5-8.30pm
Details: Basketball, hip-hop comps, PS2 and much more - come down with your mates


Royal Oak Stroke Club
When: Wednesdays 10am to 1.00pm through the school term.
Where: St Johns Church Hall Chandler Avenue, Royal Oak (next to Pak 'n' Save car park)
Details: A caring, jovial and active club with a good mix of men and women of all ages. To register your interest phone 441-8959.


Shukokai Samurai Karate
When: Monday – Friday evenings
Where: 128A Onehunga Mall
Details: Shukokai is a hard and fast style of Karate with emphasis on power and impact. Shukokai means “Way for all” and the programme allows for all members to train and improve at their own pace. Classes from age 5 to adults. For more information, contact Sensei Andrew on 09 940 6626 or 027 6941946. The first two classes are FREE.

www.shukokai.co.nz


Silver Sneakers – Seniors Exercise
Where: Onehunga Senior Citizens’ Hall, 3 Pearce Street
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9.30am to 10.30am
Cost: $4 per class (first class FREE)
Details: Gentle exercise to music, suitable for seniors. Our functional exercises help with everything you do, keeping you able-bodied. Safe resistance exercises to keep the bones strong. Rhythmic exercises to improve coordination and balance. Enjoy the social support of like-minded exercisers. Fight depression and make a friend at the same time. For further information contact Kimi on 630-0629 or email


SOCCER Mixed Adult Sports League
Where: Jordan Recreation Centre, Pearce Street, Onehunga
When: STARTING Tuesdays July 07'
Details: ENTER YOUR TEAM NOW TO REGISTER YOUR TEAM - Contact Reception at Jordan Rec Centre or Y-Sports.Jordan@nzymca.com


Waimarie Round Dance
Where: Senior Citizens Hall, 3 Pearce Street Onehunga
When: 1.00-3.00pm every Wednesday
Details: A programme of ballroom steps cued over rhythms like the waltz, rumba, cha cha, tango, Charleston and two step. The emphasis is on enjoyment and this is a great way to get some light exercise while enjoying a social outing. Come as a couple and for $3 each, enjoy an afternoon of fun. For more information phone Mr. Mason on 636-9234


Y-Gymnastics - School Children
Where: YMCA Jordan Recreation Centre
When: Wednesday's term time
Details: With an emphasis on fun ans enjoyment children are taught a wide range of gymnastic and agility skills. Progress is montiored by a series of graded skill cards and follows the national YMCA programme.


Y-Gymnastics - Pre-school
Where: YMCA Jordan Recreation Centre
When: Wednesday's
Details: We have a variety of classes avilable for babies to 4year olds.
YMCA's National award winning gymnastic programme where the classes involve parental assistance on a one-to-one basis with the child. Sessions consist of activities such as songs, ryhmes, ball skills, dances, gymnastics and more.


Y-Mini ball school children
Where: YMCA Jordan Recreation Centre
When: Thursday Term Time
Details: Modified version of basketball for school age children. Emphasis
on teamwork and fair play. Learn passing, shooting and dribbling www.nzymca.com


Y-We Dance Pre-school
Where: YMCA Jordan Recreation Centre
When: Tuesday
Details: Learn the lastest moves www.nzymca.com

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