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MAY 2019
The Chardonnay Affair: Chardonnay Under the Big TopA glittering array of sumptuous food will be served to match your desired chardonnay, as you enjoy the cool sounds of Ben Wilkinson and Spaghetti Toast. Dress: After-five.Matawhero Wines, 189 Riverpoint Rd, 7-10pm, $136.75, R18. Tickets at eventfinda.co.nz
May 24, FridayThe Chardonnay Affair: Long White LunchBubbles on arrival, a five-course lunch with 10-classic Gisborne Chardonnay’s and live music. Dress: In your best whites.The Black House, 72 Winifred Street, Wainui Beach, midday-4pm, $239.25, R18. Tickets at eventfinda.co.nz
Jordan Luck Band NZ Winterish TourSold out.Smash Palace Bar, 24 Banks St, 9pm start
May 25, SaturdaySupafly KillaCome along, have a tipple and listen to the beats.Smash Palace Bar, 24 Banks St, 9pm, $10 door sales, R18
May 26, SundayUniversal Energy HealingTry a relaxing universal healing experience.Blind Foundation Rooms, 39 Grey St, 10am-2.30pm, $8 adult, $5 child. Details: ph Rose 027 777 0782
Pitch Awards: Technovation TairawhitiGirls 10-18 years have been working hard imagining, designing and building mobile apps to solve community problems in an international app building challenge. See each team’s pitch. Keynote speaker/judge: Alexia Hilbertidou, CEO of Girlboss NZ.Gisborne District Council, 15 Fitzherbert St, 2-5.30pm, free
May 28, TuesdayBotanic Gardens Australia and New Zealand DayCome along and celebrate the vital work taking place for plant conservation.Eastwoodhill Aboretum, 2392 Wharekopae Rd, Ngatapa, 9am-4.30pm, free entry on the day
The Whanau and Biodiversity DayWorkshops focus on home pest monitoring, trapping, bird/bug/plant ID and how they affect us.Eastwoodhill Aboretum, 2392 Wharekopae Rd, Ngatapa, 10.30-midday & 1pm-2.30pm, koha. Details: See our Facebook page or eastwoodhill.org.nz
Teen Anime ClubFor ages 14-18 to discuss anime and take part in a themed activity.HB Williams Memorial Library, 34 Bright St, 3.30-5pm, free
May 31, FridayFearless Fridays Improv Comedy ClubFor ages 15 and over. A fun and fearless foray into improv comedy.Evolution Theatre Company, 75 Disraeli St, 6.30pm, $5 cash-only door sales
White Chapel JakRecent winners of RNZ Battle of the Covers band bring their rocking original flavours to town.Smash Palace Bar, 24 Banks St, 8-11pm, $20 door sales, R18
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The Chardonnay AffairMay 23-24WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR
JUNE 2019 2 The Schizophonics
4 Matariki Glow Show
7 Hospice Tairawhiti: Annual Night of Laughs
8 East Coast Homecoming Party
15 Reclaim the Crown
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May 1Tairawhiti Museum ExhibitionsFruits of a Splendid Isolation Exhibition, May 1-12; Hei Ora Exhibition, May 1-19; OHO: Is the Awakening of Creative Energy Exhibition, May 1-31; Posing, Not Posing Exhibition, May 1-31Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 1.30-4pm, locals free, visitors $5, ph 867 3832
May 1, WednesdaySharing the Kaupapa Workshop: Effective and Safe Practice in Youth Mentoring For mentors, educators, counsellors, pastors and community workers to learn skills in forming and maintaining quality relationships with young people.Emerald Hotel, 13 Gladstone Rd, 9am-4pm, $35. Register at eventbrite.co.nz
May 1-3, Wednesday to FridayRomeo and JulietOne of history’s most famous love stories about the Montague and Capulet families. Gisborne Unity Theatre, 209 Ormond Rd, 7.30pm. Tickets: $20 door sales or at Gisborne i-Site, 209 Grey St.
May 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, WednesdaysMainly MusicA fun music group for pre-schoolers.St Andrew’s Community Centre, 176 Cobden St, 9.45am, $4 per family, ph Trish 867 2789
May 2, ThursdayGisborne Senior Citizens ConcertCome along and be entertained.Senior Citizens Hall, 30 Grey St, 1.30-3.30pm, free
May 2 & 30, ThursdaysFreeDanceA movement and dance meditation practice with a variety of sound and rhythm, led by Pascale.St Andrew’s Church Hall, 176 Cobden St, 7-8.30pm, $7 each. See our Facebook page
May 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28 & 30, Thursdays, Saturdays & TuesdaysTairawhiti MenzshedAll welcome for a cuppa, chat or work in a fully equipped workspace with woodwork or carpentry tools, on community or personal projects.Tairawhiti Menzshed, Cnr Parkinson & Innes St, 9am-midday. Details: Ph/txt James 022 465 0396
May 3, FridayMyalgic Encephalopathy/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome GroupIf you are a sufferer of ME/CFS, come along and meet others.CCS Building, 7 Kahutia St (entrance around the back), 10.30am-1pm. For details ph Moira 027 457 6923
Eastern Institute of Technology GraduationShare the success and achievement of local EIT graduates.War Memorial Theatre, 159 Bright St, 1pm, free. Tickets/further details: Kalinda ph 869 3135
May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, FridaysToddler TimeFor ages 2-5. Bring your children along for songs and stories.HB Williams Memorial Library, 34 Bright St, 10-10.30am, free
May 4, SaturdayWeaving a Kete WaikawaLearn to weave a sustainable flax kete (bag) for carrying shopping, kaimoana, veges or beach gear.SuperGrans Tairawhiti, 185 Childers Rd, 9am-4pm. Tickets: $120 on Facebook Messenger. All materials, notes, kai, coffee/tea/water provided
Gizzy Latino DanceCome along for salsa, music and dance.Gisborne RSA, 184 Childers Rd, 6pm, $6 each. Details: See Facebook page
Texas Hold’em Poker TournamentCompete for bragging rights and prizes. Proceeds towards ETC’s education programme.Evolution Theatre Company, 75 Disraeli St, 6.30-11.30pm, R18. Tickets: $35 at evolutiontheatre.org.nz/events
The Diamond DeadFour-piece Hawke’s Bay-based band with old-style rock and gritty overtones of grunge, metal and punk.Smash Palace Bar, 24 Banks St, 8pm, free entry, R18
May 4, 11, 18 & 25, SaturdaysTairawhiti Coffin ClubDesign your own personalised coffin; constructed by a joiner, fitted out and decorated by you.BCR Joinery, 522 Gladstone Rd, 9am-midday
May 4-31, DailyAbout Time ExhibitionAs a youngster, David Andrew was interested in drawing and carried on with art throughout his life: influenced by the natural world, plants, produce and autumn leaves.Tairawhiti Museum, 10 Stout St, Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 1.30-4pm, locals free, visitors $5, ph 867 3832
May 5, SundayGas Guzzler BreakfastEveryone welcome to check out the vintage cars on the Quay.Behind the Courthouse on Reads Quay, 8-11am
Auditions for Ira Levin’s DeathtrapCheck out our Facebook page for the cast list, sign up and come along to read for a part in the upcoming play. Evolution Theatre Company, 75 Disraeli St, midday-3pm
Gisborne Civic Orchestra: Musical Mystery TourMusic from the baroque: German romanticism, modern film and musical.St Andrew’s Church, 176 Cobden St, 3pm, door sales only: $10 adult, $5 senior
Arts on Tour: My Name Is MoanaA marae fundraiser with a four-piece band: Moana and Trina Maniapoto, Cadzow Cossor and Paddy Free with a blend of beautiful harmonies and strong political messages.Te Poho o Rawiri Marae, cnr Ranfurly St and Queens Drive, 5.30-9.30pm: $64.50 incl three-course meal+wine or 7-9.30pm: $33.75 incl cheese platter+wine. Tickets from eventfinda.co.nz
May 6, 13, 20 & 27, MondaysFun Dancing GisborneThirty-minute beginners class for modern, sequence and social ballroom dancing, followed by dance reviews.St Andrew’s Hall, 176 Cobden St, 7.30-10pm, $5, ph 867 0074
May 7, TuesdayThe Road That Wasn’t TherePuppetry, shadow play and live music about a girl who followed a map off the edge of the world.War Memorial Theatre, 159 Bright St, 1-2pm & 6-7pm. Tickets: $70 family of four, $27.50 adult, $22.50 senior/student with ID, $17.50 child u15 from SJ Photography
Poverty Bay Blues NightThe best selection of live local blues music.Poverty Bay Club, 38 Childers Rd, doors open at 7pm, bands start 8pm, $5 at the door, R18
May 7 & 8, Tuesday & WednesdayTairawhiti Gisborne Circular Economy ConferenceThe life-cycles of materials are maximised, optimised and reutilised: explore climate change, waste, wood and water.Te Poho o Rawiri Marae, cnr Ranfurly St and Queens Drive, 8.30am, free. Register, limited spaces: email [email protected]
May 7, 14, 21 & 28, TuesdaysCommunity Workshop and Mentoring Budgeting, cooking, sewing and gardening advice.SuperGrans Tairawhiti, 185 Childers Rd, 10am-1pm, free. Bookings: ph 868 3571, [email protected]
Over 50s Men’s Vets GolfFor any skill level. Join golf buddy programme (conditions apply) and play for two months at no cost.Poverty Bay Golf Club, cnr Awapuni & Lytton Rds, 11am, ph Dave 867 4402 (opt 1) or Glenn at [email protected]
May 8, WednesdayPrimary Schools’ Year 5 and 6 Badminton TournamentCome on down and support your whanau.Badminton Centre, 134 Roebuck Road, 9am-2.45pm. Register: Tina email [email protected] or ph 027 569 6273 before May 3
May 8 & 9, Wednesday & ThursdayWaste-Free Living and Parenting WorkshopsKate Meads shares tips and ideas on minimising landfill waste, May 8; and waste at home with babies, May 9.Tairawhiti Environment Centre, 386 Palmerston Rd, 5.45-8.30pm, 6pm start. Tickets: $15+Bfee eventfinda.co.nz or 0800 289 849, includes a free goody bag
May 8-31, Saturdays and/or WednesdaysYouth BadmintonA secondary school badminton programme where teens can experience the game at their leisure to June 30, learning fundamental skills to participate among peers.Badminton Centre, 134 Roebuck Rd, Sat: 7-8am and/or Wed: 3.30-4.30pm, free Details: email [email protected]
May 9, ThursdayGisborne Community of Learning Working GroupGet together and share creative ways we can empower students to lead their own learning.Makauri School, 120 King Rd, Hexton, 3.15-4.30pm. Details/to register: Tim ph 020 4069 9681 or [email protected]
The Gathering of MatarikiProfessor Rangi Matamua from the University of Waikato will share his detailed knowledge of Matariki, connections between cultural knowledge and science.War Memorial Theatre, 159 Bright St, 6-8pm, free. Registration essential: eventbrite.co.nz
May 10, FridayGisborne Orphans Club Quiz NightA fun-filled night to test your knowledge and have a laugh.Senior Citizens Hall, 30 Grey St, 6-10pm, $12.50 each, teams: max of six, including soup, bread and supper, ph Mike 867 5247 or Phil [email protected]
May 10 & 11, Friday & SaturdayRoyal NZ Ballet: Tutus on TourDancers performing a mixed programme of classical and contemporary works.War Memorial Theatre, 159 Bright St, May 10: 6.30pm, May 11: 1pm. Tickets: $37.50 adult, $34 senior/student with ID, $12.50-22.50 child u15 from SJ Photography, or ticketdirect.co.nz
May 11, SaturdayIt’s Back To The ’90s AgainDress up in ’90s gear and you might win a prize as well as enjoy great music.Dome Room, PBC, 38 Childers Rd, starts 9pm, R18. Tickets $15, only available by texting 027 536 8096 (no sales at venue)
May 11 & 12, Saturday & SundayGisborne Card-Making & ScrapbookingMeet like-minded people and get crafting.Emerald Hotel, 13 Gladstone Rd, 9.30am-3pm. Register: ph/txt Karen 027 664 8010
May 11 & 25, SaturdaysSt Andrew’s Car Boot SaleA variety of realistically-priced goods.In carpark behind church, access off Childers Rd, 8am-midday, $5/vehicle
May 12, SundayGizzy Trail Run: Te Kuri WalkwayRun or walk 2-14kms. Wear yellow in support of the Mental Health Foundation and the Mike Jennings Memorial.Te Kuri Walkway, Whataupoko, 150 Shelley Rd. Register on the day at 9.30am, starts 10am, $15 adult, $5 child u/14, free for Run Gisborne members. Bring cash for baked goods. Details: Michelle ph 021 271 5171
Wa165 steam train trip to MuriwaiA two-hour journey over the Gisborne Airport to Muriwai. Bring a picnic or have a cuppa on board. Leaving from the Railway Station, Grey St at 1pm. Tickets: $70 family (2A and 2C), $30 adult, $12 child u/15, half an hour before departure from the station (cash or Eftpos), Gisborne i-Site, 209 Grey St, ph 868 6139 for credit card bookings, or www.gcvr.org.nz
Winter Concert SeriesA jazz duo performance by Te Koki NZ School of Music musicians, Oscar Laven and Adrian Jenson.Tairawhiti Museum, 10 Stout St, 2-3pm, $5 adult, free for a child/student with ID, pay on the day, ph 867 3832
May 13, MondayHospice Tairawhiti Cooking DemonstrationCome along and see Jax Hamilton in her element.House of Breakthrough, cnr Lytton & Ormond Rd, 6.30pm. Tickets $35 from Hospice Shop, 66 Peel St and Hospice Tairawhiti, Gisborne Hospital, 421 Ormond Rd
May 13-17, Monday to FridayHospice Tairawhiti: Pop-up CafeShow your support, come along for coffee and home-made treats.Hospice Shop, 66 Peel St, 10am-2pm
May 14, TuesdayTeen Writers’ HubFor youth aged 13-18 to meet, collaborate, be inspired and develop their craft.HB Williams Memorial Library Mahutonga Room, 34 Bright St, 3.30-5pm, free
May 15, WednesdayYoung Plumber of the Year CompetitionCome along and watch contestants battle it out for a spot in the national final.Plumbing World, 121 Kahutia St, 5.30-8pm, free. To participate: youngplumbersclub.co.nz
Gisborne Orphans Club ConcertAll welcome to join in, have a laugh and enjoy the entertainment.Senior Citizens Hall, 30 Grey St, 7.30-11pm, free, supper provided, refreshments available, ph Mike 867 5247 or Phil [email protected]
May 16, ThursdayTairawhiti Schools’ Year 7 & 8 Badminton TournamentCome on down and support your whanau.Badminton Centre, 134 Roebuck Road, 9am-2.45pm. Register before May 10: email [email protected]
Black Grace 20for20A 20-centre NZ tour led by Neil Ieremia with a mix of iconic favourites and new dance works.War Memorial Theatre, 159 Bright St, 7.30-9pm, $20 door sales only one hour prior to show starting
May 17 & 18, Friday & SaturdayAdam McGrath: Ragged Ramble TourNew Zealand singer/songwriter with folk and country songs.May 17: Dome Room, PBC, 38 Childers Rd, 8pm. Tickets: $20 from The Aviary (cash only) or undertheradar.co.nz — May 18: EastEnd Cafe and Bar, 250 Marine Parade, Wairoa, 7pm, $20 door sales
May 18, SaturdayReggio Emilia Through a Maori LensCreators at Home - Gisborne and Brenda Soutar will draw upon common elements of the Reggio approach relevant to our local context.Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 70 Derby Street, 9.30am-midday & 1-3pm. Tickets: $40-$80+Bfee on Facebook or eventbrite.co.nz
A One Night StandAn evening of stand-up comedy featuring comics from the Manawatu Comedy Hub.Evolution Theatre Company, 75 Disraeli St, 7.30-9.30pm. Tickets: $25 door sales or ETC’s website, booking fees may apply
Gisborne Caledonian Society DanceModern, sequence and social dancing. Theme: India.St Mark’s Hall, 776 Childers Rd, 7.30-11pm, $8
May 18-31, DailyFlat-Pack Whakapapa ExhibitionNoted artist, weaver and academic Dr Maureen Lander has created three installations that explore the connections between whakapapa and raranga (Maori weaving).Tairawhiti Museum, 10 Stout St, Mon-Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 1.30-4pm, locals free, visitors $5, ph 867 3832
May 19, SundayGizzy Coffee Run: Sponge BayRun or walk 2-14kms, coffee shop catch-up afterwards.Register on the day at 8.30am, 9am start, $15 adult, $5 child u/14, free for Harrier Club members. For details where to meet ph Michelle 021 271 5171
May 22, WednesdayRisky Business: Assessing Suicide Risk and Imminent DangerParticipants explore how various factors impact on the process and outcomes of an assessment, with internationally respected suicidologist Barry Taylor.Holy Trinity Church, 70 Derby St, 9am-4.30pm. Tickets: $195+Bfee at eventbrite.co.nz
May 23, ThursdayThe Chardonnay Affair: Rendezvous on the Chardonnay ExpressCome aboard the historic steam train Wa165 from the inner harbour to Muriwai, with acoustic guitar and songs by Ariana Henare.1 Kaiti Beach Road, Inner Harbour, 2-5pm, $136.75, R18. Tickets at eventfinda.co.nz
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