A weekend full of activities
The upcoming weekend is full of activities for us to enjoy. Here are some, copied from Fendalton-Waimairi-Harewood community board
newsletter.
Sparks
Saturday 15 February, 6.30pm to 10pm, North Hagley Park
Free family fireworks event led by the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra – cultural collaborations, traditional classics, modern day favourites and a few surprises.
Summer in the Styx
Sunday 16 February, 11am to 3pm, 303 Radcliffe Road, Styx Mill
Have a fun day in the sun whilst exploring one of Christchurch's brand-new regional parks with the Styx Living Laboratory Trust. Kayaking, guided walks, bird and water monitoring, planting, scavenger hunt, weaving and much more.
Music at Edmond Gardens
Sunday 16 February, noon to 4pm, Edmonds Factory Garden, 359 Ferry Road. An afternoon of free live music, afternoon teas $2.00. Chairs and/or rugs to sit on advised. Art display with plants and cards for sale. Free bouncy castle for children. Cancelled if wet.
Chinese New Year Parade
Sunday 16 February, 3pm to 5pm, Bridge of Remembrance to Cathedral Square. Organised by the Christchurch Chinese community to share the most important Chinese annual celebration. The parade from the Bridge of Remembrance to the Square through Cashel Street will be followed by performances by the paraders. Free.
Lazy Sundays
Every Sunday, 3.30pm to 5pm until 16 February, Archery Lawn, Christchurch Botanic Gardens. Free live music, picnickers welcome.
Summer Theatre – Treasure Island
Until 16 February, Weather Station Lawn, Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Wed-Sun 6.30pm Weekend matinee 1.30pm, Sword fights, live sound effects, ridiculous dancing and rapid-fire storytelling. Koha/donations.
Open Air Summer Shakespeare
Until 22 February, Mona Vale Gardens, Mona Vale Lane, Riccarton
Daily 6pm, Saturday's 2pm matinee, Entry fee $15 adults. For more information: ccc.govt.nz...
Coming up:
Culture Galore
22 February, 12 noon to 4pm, Ray Blank Park, 156 Maidstone Road, Avonhead
Earthquake Anniversary
Saturday 22 February, 12 noon to 1.30pm, Canterbury earthquake National Memorial, Avon River from Montreal St Bridge. Free.
Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
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64% Yes
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33.7% No
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2.3% Other - I'll share below
Paddy Gower seeks ‘bloody great Cantab’
The Kiwi journalist drilling deep into the country’s biggest issues is on a mission to find the local greats.
Paddy Gower is looking for the Good Kiwi in every region to feature in his show, The F@#$ing News - Paddy Gower Live on Tour.
To nominate a Good Kiwi, email reporters@press.co.nz with the name and a description of why your nominee should win. You an also share the local issues you think Paddy needs to tackle in the comments below.
It could be the woman whose knitting circle has made 3800 items for victims of domestic violence, the guy running the length of Aotearoa for mental health, or the woman with terminal cancer who spends her time campaigning to raise awareness and save lives.
“Basically I am looking for ... a bloody great Cantab who just gets on and gets things done. The criteria is somebody who has a positive attitude and makes the community a better place," Gower said.
“I will give this person the 'Big Ups' they deserve, and the community can celebrate them with me.”
A Good Kiwi will feature in each of Gower’s live shows in 14 centres through November and December. He will name the Cantabrian Good Kiwi at his Christchurch show on the evening of Friday, November 22, at St Margaret’s College.
The F@#$ing News - Paddy Gower Live on Tour is a sort of book tour, sort of stand-up comedy, some journalistic yarns and memoir, and some motivational speaking - with a fair bit of local in each show.
Gower also wants to know about topics of interest in the region.
“I’m ... going to be taking on a big issue facing Canterbury and offering up solutions.”
A stinky suburb, a neighbourhood needing a round-about or a cathedral in disrepair - “I will make your views count”, he said.
“I'm touring the nation to spread positivity, optimism and good vibes.”
*For tickets to the The F@#$ing News - Paddy Gower Live on Tour visit paddygower.co.nz
Become an SPCA Foster Hero!
Kitten season has arrived, and over the next six months, over 8,000 cats and kittens will come into SPCA’s care. Please help us give these babies the best start in life and sign up to be a foster parent today! It's not just cats and kittens - we are also urgently seeking foster homes for dogs and small animals.
Fostering saves lives and helps these tiny babies grow into healthy, well-adjusted adults, ready for adoption. We cover all training and costs. All you need is time and love to spare!
Sign up today and save a life!
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