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Psssst! September events in Wellington to put in your diary!

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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!

I try to be as accurate as I can, but if you spot a mistake, please let me know :)

Psssst! Put these dates in your diary!! (for Wellingtonians)

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I’m excited about August! August is when Petone have their Winter Carnival, which includes a fireworks display!

We also have a fireworks display in November as part of Guy Fawkes Day which is fantastic! The only problem is that it starts at 9pm at night. So you have to weigh up keeping your really young ones up until that time, and letting your school kids have a late night when there is school the next day.

Last year was the first year we took the kids to the Petone fireshow which starts at 7.30pm. We parked with our peoplemover’s boot facing the display. We put the seats down flat, and the younger kids sat inside and ate fish and chips while they watched the fireworks. (Those who attend the fireworks display in Wellington, usually have to park a mile away, and walk…walk and walk some more before getting a good view of the displays)

So if you haven’t been to the Petone Fireshow before, I highly recommend it!

Here are some other fun things that are happening in August:

Petone Winter Carnival

Obviously I am excited about the Pelorus Trust FireShow at 7.30pm, but there are other things happening during the day like Carnival Games and Rides, Fire Sculptures, Free Petting Zoo, Food Fair and much, much more! Check out their website for more info!

Date: Saturday, 14 August

Time: 2pm-8pmish (after the fireworks display)

Cost: Charges apply for some rides, food etc

Location: Petone Foreshore

Johnsonville Family Gala

This was SUCH a great event last year! The petting zoo, balloon making, bouncy castle, gingerbread decorating, petting zoo, ceramic painting, 2nd hand toys and book stall are under cover, so this event can go on rain (wind) or shine! The prices for the activities are incredibly reasonable, which is why many people liked about this event. There will be lots of yummy goodies on sale as well!

This event is put on by our Playcentre and the funds raised will go towards our renovations project.

Date: Saturday, 21 August

Time: 10am-1pm

Cost: Gold coin entry. Charges apply for the various activities

Location: Johnsonville Community Centre Hall, 3 Frankmore Avenue, Johnsonville

Sort your Clutter Workshop

Galit Maxwell from “Sort Your Clutter” will take you through a workshop to:

  • learn more about clutter and the effects it has on your life
  • get great tips to help you de-clutter your home plus easy storage solutions
  • talk about each room of the house, it’s purpose and how to achieve it by using simple feng shui & organising tips
  • learn how to achieve more effective time & schedule management for your family.

This event is put on by Yummy Mummy Club

Date: Tuesday, 24 August

Time: 7.30pm-9pm

Cost: $15

Location: Johnsonville Community Centre, 3 Frankmore Avenue, Johnsonville

Second hand Clothing Sale

We love second hand clothing sales for children, so it just makes sense that we should have one for women as well!

Do you want to pick up some new outfits at a bargin? Have you got outfits at home than are gathering dust?

If you want to book a table, it is a $10 donation per table to cover venue hire. Book a whole table or share with friends. The seller keeps all proceeds.

This event is put on by Mums in the City

Date: Saturday, 28 August

Time: 9.30am-11.30am

Cost: Gold coin entry

Location: Johnsonville Community Centre Hall, 3 Frankmore Avenue, Johnsonville

$5 Winter Wednesdays at the Zoo

Hopefully there will be some great winter days coming up so we can take advantage of the $5 Winter Wednesdays at the Wellington Zoo!

Date: Wednesdays in August

Time: 9.30am – 5.00pm (last entry 4.15pm)

Cost: $5 per person, Under 3′s Free (Adults are usually $20 per person)

Location: 200 Daniell Street, Newtown, Wellington

http://www.wintercarnival.co.nz/default.asp?PageID=14292