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: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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85.5% Yes
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13.4% No
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1.1% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Railing planters
To gain extra growing space, make and hang these easy-to-build planters on almost any wooden fence or deck railing. Use Resene FX Blackboard Paint so you can easily identify what plants are in each. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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