Yay! September is upon us. For New Zealanders it means…spring, sunshine and school holidays!

Free Dance Classes

Why not give a dance class a go.

No experience required, partners not needed – wear flat shoes.

Date: Wednesday, 1 September

Time: 6.30pm – Rock and Roll

7.00pm – West Coast Swing

7.30pm – Ballroom

8.00pm – Lindy Hop

Cost: Free

Location: Feet with Heat, 4dance Studio, Level 2, 12 Kent Terrace, Mt Victoria

Register: Bookings are essential. Email class@feetwithheat.co.nz to register.

Meditation for Mums

Heal Your Life Practitioner, Camilla Watson will be sharing tips on Stress Management and Stilling the Mind for busy mums.

This event is put on by Mums in the City

Date: Thursday, 2 September

Time: 7.00pm-9.00pm

Cost: $3

Location: Trust Room, Johnsonville Community Centre, 3 Frankmore Avenue, Johnsonville

Register: Join Mums In The City on facebook and check out their events and RSVP.

Mobile Massage Service

Terumi Isogai from Healing Energy is a Certified Relaxation and Therapeutic Masseuse, and a Reiki Practitioner, and will be based in the Centre to offer neck and shoulder massages.

Date: Monday, 6 September

Time: 10.00am – 2.30pm

Cost: Donation (her 10 minute neck and shoulder massages usually cost $10)

Location: Newlands Community Centre, 9 Batchelor Street, Newlands

Register: No need to book, just drop by the centre.

Sign Language Taster Classes

Deaf Aotearoa will be running Sign Language Taster classes for anyone interested.

Date: Wednesday, 8 September for 6 weeks

Time: 11.00am – 12.00pm

Cost: Free

Location: Newlands Community Centre, 9 Batchelor Street, Newlands

Register: Contact Donna Wilson at donna.wilson@wcc.govt.nz

Free Zumba Class (Recently added Wed, 8 Sept)

Date: Satuday, 11 September

Time: 1.15pm

Cost: Free

Location: Studio 2, Webb St Studios, 22 Webb St, Wellington

Register: Email carolyn.p@xtra.co.nz or thop@xtra.co.nz for more information.

“Spring into Tawa” Market Day

Loads of stalls and fun to be had at the annual “Spring into Tawa” Market Day.

Date: Saturday, 11 September

Time: 9am – 12.30pm Wet or Fine

Location: Tawa Plaza and the Main Road shops

The Great Karori Plunket Sale

Come along for fantastic bargains on pre-loved babies’ and children’s clothing.

This event is put on by Karori Plunket

Date: Saturday, 11 September

Time: 10.30am – 1.30pm

Cost: Gold coin entry

Location: St John’s Hall, Corner Campbell St and Karori Rd, Karori

Colour with Style

· Learn the secrets that stylish women just seem to know.

· Learn how to create a versatile mix and match wardrobe to suit your lifestyle.

· Learn how to best dress for your body shape and receive your very own personal style guide card for you to take in your handbag when you go shopping.

This event is put on by Yummy Mummy Club

Date: Monday, 13 September

Time: 7.30pm-9.00pm

Cost: $25

Location: Johnsonville Community Centre, 3 Frankmore Avenue, Johnsonville

Register: Join Yummy Mummy Club, Wgtn NZ on facebook and check out their events and RSVP.

Botanic Garden Spring Festival

Don’t miss out on viewing the beautiful tulips at the Botanic Gardens during the Spring Festival.

Other fun things to do: Glow worm tours. Workshops on growing your own vegetables and Ikebana. Concerts.

Date: From Saturday, 18 September – Sunday, 3 October

The full programme will be now available.

Mobile Massage Service

Terumi Isogai from Healing Energy is a Certified Relaxation and Therapeutic Masseuse, and a Reiki Practitioner, and will be based in the Centre to offer neck and shoulder massages.

Date: Monday, 20 September

Time: 10.00am – 2.30pm

Cost: Donation (her 10 minute neck and shoulder massages usually cost $10)

Location: Newlands Community Centre, 9 Batchelor Street, Newlands

Register: No need to book, just drop by the centre.

Organic Vege Gardening for Mums

Quick and easy organic vege gardening tips and hints for Mums, and also how to introduce the kids to the wonderful world of growing your own veges.

This event is put on by Yummy Mummy Club

Date: Tuesday, 21 September

Time: 7.30pm-8.30pm

Cost: Gold coin donation

Location: Johnsonville Community Centre, 3 Frankmore Avenue, Johnsonville

Register: Join Yummy Mummy Club, Wgtn NZ on facebook and check out their events and RSVP.

Two Evenings with Sophie Gray – Destitute Gourmet

Get tips on how to provide delicious and nutricious meals for the family without breaking the bank.

This event is put on by Waterloo/NaeNae Plunket

Date: Tuesday, 21 September

Time: 7.00pm-10.00pm

Cost: $60 for two tickets

Location: Naenae Bowling Club, Witako Street, Lower Hutt

Register: Purchase tickets through trademe.

This event is put on by Redwood School

Date: Tuesday, 22 September

Time: 7.00pm

Cost: $35

Location: Redwood School, Redwood Avenue, Tawa

Register: Purchase tickets through Yummy Mummy Club or Redwood School Ph: 232 7704

Baby on Board Descpicable Me 2D Screening (Recently added 16 Sept)

Date: Tuesday, 22 September

Time: 10am

Cost: Adult tickets $9.50. Entry for children under 5 is FREE (max of 2 free per paying adult)

Location: Level 2 Westfield, Queensgate, 45 Knights Rd, Lower Hutt

Best parking for cinemas is Level 2. 4 Hours free parking.

Website Info: http://www.eventcinemas.co.nz/clubs–discounts/baby-on-board.aspx

You can purchase tickets online at the discounted price.

Know of a fun event? We would love to hear about it!

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