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  22-Jul-2008    Community  Kevin Ireland Book Launch,Graeme Lay with Cape Catley Publishers will front a double launch of the two books by Kevin Ireland. His book of poems, 'How to survive the morning' and his first science fiction novel, 'The Jigsaw Chronicles', Devonport Library, Victoria Road, Devonport, North Shore, 6.30pm-8.00pm, Ph 486 8529 
  23-Jul-2008    Music & Theatre  Auckland Bluegrass & Traditional Old Time Country Music Club,Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, Ph 445 2227 
  23-Jul-2008    Community  Dean's Winter Lecture Series 2008: The interaction between sport, recreation & health,Speaker: The Honourable Clayton Cosgrove, Minister of Sport & Recreation. It is essential to RSVP to bonnie.brannigan@aut.ac.nz, AH 214, Akoranga Campus, AUT University, Akoranga Drive, Northcote, North Shore, 2.15pm, Ph - 
  23-Jul-2008    Community  Free Swing Dance Class,Make friends, have fun and get fit!, Albany Junior High School, Appleby Road, Albany, North Shore, Free, 7.15pm, Ph 021 178 9843 
  23-Jul-2008    Community  Toolbox Parenting Groups: 0-6 Years,Term 3. All groups run over 6 weeks, two hour sessions. Sessions include DVD clips, group discussion, manual to take away. Positive and practical, TBA, Milford, North Shore, Per Person $67.50, Couples $90, 7.30pm, Ph 479 7442, 021 167 0308 
23-Jul-2008  02-Aug-2008  Music & Theatre  Out of Order,ShoreSide Theatre presents a Fawlty-esque, political comedy by England's King of Farce - Ray Cooney. A Cabinet Minister, set on seducing the secretary to the Leader of the Opposition, finds a dead body in the hotel bedroom. If reported to the police the scandal could bring down the Government and his marriage!, The PumpHouse, Killarney Park, Takapuna, North Shore, Adults $23, Concession $18, 7.30pm daily except Sunday & Monday, 5.30pm Sunday, No show on Monday, Ph 489 8360 
  23-Jul-2008  24-Aug-2008  Community  Weber Bros Circus: Shokarn Acrobats of the Orient,Circus performers from around the world will take you on a journey of courage, grace and agility. Mr Wong the Clown, amazing acrobats, North Harbour Stadium, Stadium Drive, Albany, North Shore, Please see website for show times, Ph 0274 996 148 
24-Jul-2008    Community  Discovery Evening: Is There Life On Other Planets?,A recent poll showed that 80% of people believe in extra terrestrial life, but what evidence is there? Come and find out, The Aetherius Society, 269 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead, North Shore, $10, Students/Beneficiaries $6, 8.00pm-9.30pm, Ph 418 1170 
  24-Jul-2008    Music & Theatre  Rodger Fox Big Band,The Masonic Tavern, Cnr King Edward Parade and Church Street, Devonport, North Shore, No cover charge, 7.30pm, Ph 445 0485 
  24-Jul-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Birkdale Beach Haven Residents Hall, Sunnyhaven Street, Beach Haven (behind the shops), North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
25-Jul-2008    Community  Discovering the Underwater Life,In New Zealand's Marine Reserves. Tony and Jenny Enderby - Authors and photographers. The talk will show some of this spectacular marine life in marine reserves between the Poor Knights Islands and Stewart Island, Sir Peter Blake Marine Education & Recreation Centre (MERC), 1045 Beach Road, Long Bay, North Shore, Donations, Adults $6 , Students & Concession $5, Friends of MERC $2, 7.30pm-9.00pm, Ph 473 6447 
  25-Jul-2008    Community  Hello From Heaven,Rev. Denise Smith. Channelling your loved ones from beyond. Rev Denise Smith has been a psychic medium for 18 years and was ordained 3 years ago as a spiritual minister. She is travelling around Australia and NZ doing her stand up show 'Hello From Heaven' where she receives messages from loved ones who have passed over and passes these messages onto family and friends in the audience. , Fairway Lodge, Argus Place, Takapuna, North Shore, $50 per person, 7.00pm, Ph 0274 199 143 
  25-Jul-2008    Music & Theatre  The Troubadour Experience,Beer tasting and live music with experimental rock band Trobadour, Macas 8 Ball, Archers Road, Glenfield, North Shore, Free, 8.00pm-11.00pm, Ph - 
  25-Jul-2008    Community  Trivia Quiz Night Fundraiser,B.Y.O. drinks and nibbles. Teams 6-10 People. Prizes, Raffles, Games and Fun! Lucky door prize! Answers available for sale. Presented by the Friends of Refugees Trust for the support of refugees in New Zealand, Chelsea View Lounge, Rawene Centre, 31 Rawene Road, Birkenhead, North Shore, $10, 7.30pm, Ph 483 5911, 021 612 423 
  26-Jul-2008    Community  Come along to the launch of Kathy White's latest Kiwi Bite - 'Muffin Magic',Come wearing something with a food theme for a chance to win a special prize. Other highlights: The Taste Test (taste and vote for your favourite muffins), The Rock Trivia Challenge (quiz for kids), Rock Climbing Demo (optional), Books will be available for purchasing and signing. Prizes galore!, Birkenhead Library, Mahara Avenue, Birkenhead, North Shore, Free, 2.00pm-4.00pm, Ph 486 8558 
  26-Jul-2008    Sport & Leisure  Dodge Ball,Spot prizes and your favourite tunes. Remember if you can dodge a wrench then you can dodge a ball...come test those reaction times, 12-14 Kaimahi Road, Glenfield, North Shore, 3.00pm-5.00pm, Ph 486 8600 
  26-Jul-2008    Sport & Leisure  Dodgeball,Spot prizes and your fav tunes, 12-14 Kaimahi Road, Forrest Hill, North Shore, Free, 3.00pm-5.00pm, Ph 486 8600 
  26-Jul-2008    Music & Theatre  Rikki Morris & the Situation,Cash Bar / Fork Food Curries available. Limited tickets so be quick, Belmont Primary School Hall, Harrison Ave, Belmont, North Shore, $25, 7.30pm, Ph 445 6605 
  26-Jul-2008    Music & Theatre  Suburban Heat: Under Age Dance Party,Netball North Harbour Stadium, Northcote Road, Northcote, North Shore, Ph - 
26-Jul-2008  07-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Me-he-khan-os,A photographic exhibition by Sophie Merkins. Me-he-khan-os shares a glimpse of the real Mexico, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Free, Monday-Saturday 10.00am-5.00pm, Sunday 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 963 2331 
  26-Jul-2008  07-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  The Alex Holloway Experience,Everything in my gallery is made digitally. It's glossy, it's shiny, it's new. It's everything you want it to be. Using the computer I was able to draw complex forms not possible by mediums such as paint or pencil. The result is complex, but simple at the same time, it may still look like a flower or a women but is it? Only you will know, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Ph 963 2331 
27-Jul-2008    Music & Theatre  Chamber Music Concert,Concert with Winds. Bassoon Concerto, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, $10, 2.00pm in the Depot Main Gallery, Ph 963 2331 
  27-Jul-2008    Music & Theatre  Fire in the Mountain,Informal session lead by Michael Young, Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, No charge, 7.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  27-Jul-2008    Sport & Leisure  Let's Dance,Marcia Middlemiss (Vocals) & North Harbour Swing Band. We play Swing, Rock, Pop & Latin. Come along and dance to the music of Glen Miller & more or just enjoy the smooth swinging sounds , East Coast Bays R.S.A, 13-15 Bute Road, Browns Bay, North Shore, Couples $15, Single $8, 6.00pm-9.00pm, Ph 486 1923 
  27-Jul-2008    Music & Theatre  Poets Paradiso,An informal soiree of entertainment, verse and laughter. Come and just listen, or bring your own book to read, Kerr Street Artspace, Devonport, North Shore, $5 at the door, 6.30pm, Ph 963 2331 
  27-Jul-2008    Community  Special Service to mark the Giving of the First Blessing,The Aetherius Society, 269 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead, North Shore, 10.00am, Ph 418 1170 
27-Jul-2008    Music & Theatre  St George's Community Arts Committee's 3rd Winter Concert 2008,Community Arts Committee's 2008's Second Winter Sunday Afternoon Concert features - the Young North Shore Musicians - a showcase of young musical talent with superb vocal and instrumental ensembles selected by David Squire, including the Fundamentals, Gold Medal winners of the Big Sing Festival 2007, St George's Presbyterian Church, 2 The Terrace, Takapuna (opposite Westfield Shops), North Shore, $5 donation, 2.00pm, Ph 480 9395 
  28-Jul-2008    Community  Toolbox Parenting Groups: Teen Years,Term 3. All groups run over 6 weeks, two hour sessions. Sessions include DVD clips, group discussion, manual to take away. Positive and practical, Northcote Baptist Church, Northcote, North Shore, Per Person $67.50, Couples $90, 7.15pm, Ph 479 7442, 021 167 0308 
  29-Jul-2008    Community  Never Enough - Remembering Frank Sargeson,The Friends of the Sargeson House are proud to invite you to an evening of affectionate reminiscences and readings by Chris Cole Catley, Kevin Ireland and Graeme Lay, who all knew Frank Sargeson well and will be sharing their memories of him. Expect to be amused, entertained and inspired. Bring your family and friends, Takapuna Library, The Strand, Takapuna, North Shore, $10 (refreshments included), 6.00pm, Ph 486 8469 
  29-Jul-2008    Community  Toolbox Parenting Groups: 0-6 Years,Term 3. All groups run over 6 weeks, two hour sessions. Sessions include DVD clips, group discussion, manual to take away. Positive and practical, Albany City Church, William Pickering Drive, Albany, North Shore, Per Person $67.50, Couples $90, 9.30am, Ph 479 7442, 021 167 0308 
  29-Jul-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Glenfield Baptist Church Hall, James Street, Glenfield, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
30-Jul-2008    Community  Chancellors Lecture Series: Mentoring in the field of fathering,Speaker: Richard Aston, CEO Big Buddy, Massey University, Study Centre Staff Lounge, Gate 1, Albany Expressway, Albany, North Shore, 12.00pm-1.00pm, Ph 414 0800 extn 9228 
  30-Jul-2008    Community  Meet Your Navy Hour,The Navy will be on-site at the Devonport Library for a 'Meet Your Navy Hour' - The Commanding Officer of HMNZS PHILOMEL, Captain Dean McDougall, will be in the foyer of the Library to meet and chat with the locals , Devonport Library, Victoria Road, Devonport, North Shore, 9.00am-10.00am, Ph 445 5002, 397 7002 
31-Jul-2008    Community  Belmont Toastmasters Open Evening,Develop confidence when speaking in public, St Margaret's Church Hall (back entrance), 151 Lake Road, Belmont, North Shore, 7.30pm-9.30pm, Ph 445 8972 
  31-Jul-2008    Community  Toolbox Parenting Groups: Teen Years,All groups run over 6 weeks, two hour sessions. Sessions include DVD clips, group discussion, manual to take away. Positive and practical, TBA, Northcross, North Shore, $67.50 per person, $90 per couple, 7.15pm-9.30pm, Ph 479 7442, 021 167 0308 
  31-Jul-2008  08-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  North Shore Libraries Secondary School Competition,The North Shore secondary schools exhibit their recent work. A selection of winning works then tours the libraries on the North Shore, Mairangi Arts Centre, 20 Hastings Road, Mairangi Bay, North Shore, Monday-Saturday 9.30am-4.00pm, Ph 478 2237 
  01-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  False Start, Simple Day, Quarter Two & These Four Walls,Upstairs, The Masonic Tavern, Cnr Church St and King Edward Parade, Devonport, North Shore, cover charge, 9.00pm, Ph 445 0485 
  01-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Jamie Grey & Friends,Downstairs, The Masonic Tavern, Cnr Church St and King Edward Parade, Devonport, North Shore, cover charge, 9.00pm, Ph 445 0485 
  01-Aug-2008  03-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  ArtFusions,Carmel College invites you to view over 100 established and emerging New Zealand artists exhibiting painting, printmaking, ceramics, garden art and jewellery, Carmel College, 108 Shakespeare Road, Milford, North Shore, Preview evening tickets $30. Exhibition entry by gold coin donation, 7.00pm-9.00pm Friday Preview Evening, 10.00am-6.00pm Saturday, 10.00am-3.00pm Sunday, Ph 478 9635 
  01-Aug-2008  30-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Robin Nathan Exhibition,Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 488 2940 
  01-Aug-2008  31-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Mohio Exhibition: Robyn Nathan,Mohio is my exploration into Maori genealogy, interpreted through symbology , Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 488 2940 
02-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  First Light Ceilidh,Devonport Seasonal Ceilidhs. Welcome spring with a seasonal community dance, organised by Amyria Taylor and Ben Whitmore, two young members of the Devonport Folk Club. A live band will play and call out the dance steps. Beginners and families welcome! Bring a plate. Dress up in garments of childhood and prepare to twirl your partner!, Holy Trinity Church Hall, Church Street, Devonport, North Shore, $10, Children under 15 free, 7.00pm-10.30pm, Ph 446 1083 
  02-Aug-2008    Community  Workshop: Healing With Colour,Colour therapy is growing in popularity around the world. Come and discover how you can help yourself and others, The Aetherius Society, 269 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead, North Shore, $40, Beneficiaries $25, Deposit $10, 2.00pm-5.00pm, Ph 418 1170 
  02-Aug-2008    Community  Your Active Child with Gill Connell: Crawling to Toddling Session,Topics will explore movement milestones and how to encourage your child to develop these, with a specific look at crawling, walking, jumping and the development of the midlines. Language development activities, with a look at body image, body language, music and movement, rhymes and chants and why it so important at this age, The Apollo Centre Conference Room (above the cafe), Cnr Rosedale and Apollo Drive, Albany, North Shore, $20 for parent centre members & past members, $40 non-members, $15 extra per session for partners attending, 1.30pm-3.30pm, Ph 410 0673 
  02-Aug-2008  03-Aug-2008  Community  Your Active Child with Gill Connell: 0 to Crawling Session,Topics will explore birth and the primitive reflexes in newborns, the importance of movement, those two words 'tummy time' and how to encourage it. How to establish and assist in the important movement patterns of rolling, commando crawling and crawling on all fours. How babies use the senses to learn. And how language develops, you need to start now! Enrol early as numbers are limited, The Apollo Centre Conference Room (above the cafe), Cnr Rosedale and Apollo Drive, Albany, North Shore, $20 for parent centre members & past members, $40 non-members, $15 extra per session for partners attending, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 410 0673 
02-Aug-2008  15-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Art of this World 9th Birthday Exhibition,An exhibition of paintings measuring 9" x 9" by Art of this World's favourite artists to celebrate the gallery's 9th birthday, Art of this World, Shop 1, 1 Queens Parade, Devonport, North Shore, Free, 10.00am-5.00pm, Ph 446 0926 
  03-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Grease The Musical,Takapuna Grammar School, Lake Road, Takapuna, North Shore, Student $15, Adult $20, tea/coffee & soft drinks included in price, 4.00pm, Ph 489 4167 
03-Aug-2008    Sport & Leisure  Mastercard All Blacks Roadshow,The Mastercard All Blacks Roadshow will stop at over 20 locations across New Zealand. At each event you can test yourself. To top it off, you could also meet some of the All Blacks, including Mastercard Ambassador, Richie McCaw, Onewa Domain, Northcote, North Shore, 11.00am-3.00pm, Ph - 
03-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Wellington Artists in Concert,We have invited 4 class acts up from the capital to entertain us. John Sutherland, Helen Gummer, INISH, Murray Kilpatrick, Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, $15, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  03-Aug-2008    Community  Your Active Child with Gill Connell: Toddling to School Session,Topics will explore why your child loves to climb and challenge themselves. Writing and manipulative skills and how they establish a pencil grip and with which hand? How to offer as many new and differing experiences. Getting ready for school and what skills they need for formal education. Also learning to take safe risk and why it is important to encourage rough and tumble play in a safe and positive way, The Apollo Centre Conference Room (above the cafe), Cnr Rosedale and Apollo Drive, Albany, North Shore, $20 for parent centre members & past members, $40 non-members, $15 extra per session for partners attending, 1.30pm-3.30pm, Ph 410 0673 
  03-Aug-2008  14-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Nocturnal,Ben Timmins. Raw textured surfaces such as old recycled panels or canvas, layered up lacquers and peeled back paint lend themselves as backdrops for oil paintings. These surfaces are rendered over with abstract line exploring an alternative representation of visual perception, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Monday-Saturday 10.00am-5.00pm, Sunday 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 963 2331 
  03-Aug-2008  30-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Displaced: Frances & Ester Reid,Displaced is a photographic journey mirroring Francis and Ester Ried's own journeys - his from the North Shore to Europe and back again, hers from Japan to Europe to NZ. Some of their photographs distill the essence of places they know and understand. Others are fleeting impressions of places seen for the first time, Lake House Centre, Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna, North Shore, 10.00am-4.00pm Monday-Friday, 10.00am-3.00pm Saturday-Sunday, Ph 486 4877 
  04-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Morning Melodies,Royal New Zealand Navy Band, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, 11.00am, Ph 488 2940 
  04-Aug-2008    Community  New Zealand Society of Genealogists: Monthly Day Meeting,Margit Brew, author of 'Scandinavian Footprints', Marlborough Park Hall, Chartwell Ave, Glenfield , North Shore, $2.50, 1.00pm, Ph 419 2035 
04-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Tamlin in Concert,Greg and Linda Whitcombe and Jack Bramah will entertain you with Celtic and East European tunes to die for , Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, $15, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  04-Aug-2008    Community  Toolbox Parenting Groups: Teen Years,Term 3. All groups run over 6 weeks, two hour sessions. Sessions include DVD clips, group discussion, manual to take away. Positive and practical, TBA, Albany, North Shore, Per Person $67.50, Couples $90, 7.30pm, Ph 479 7442, 021 167 0308 
04-Aug-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Glenfield War Memorial Hall, Hall Road, Glenfield, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
  04-Aug-2008  24-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Mainmast Speaks,Pauline Thompson. Artists floor talk 2.00pm Sunday, 17 August. An established New Zealand artist, Pauline Thompson is of Norfolk Island and Pitcairn Island descent. One of the main themes of her art practise over the past two or so decades has been an exploration of the spiritual, social and emotional nuances of the history and settlement of the Pacific, particularly Norfolk and Pitcairn Islands during the mid-late nineteenth and twentieth centuries, Northart Community Arts Centre, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre, North Shore, Free, Daily 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 480 9633 
  05-Aug-2008    Community  Emergency Power, Lighting, Cooking,Information and ideas, plus demonstrations of various products, to help us when the lights go out, the power goes off, and the phone doesn't work, North Shore Civil Defence, 400 East Coast Bays Road, Mairangi Bay, North Shore, 7.00pm-9.00pm, Ph 478 9696 ext 7300 
  05-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Rodger Fox Big Band,The Masonic Tavern, Cnr Church St and King Edward Parade, Devonport, North Shore, No cover charge, 7.30pm, Ph 445 0485 
  05-Aug-2008  09-Aug-2008  Music & Theatre  Grease The Musical,Be in to win a Sydney weekend experience for two , Takapuna Grammar School, Lake Road, Takapuna, North Shore, Student $15, Adult $20, tea/coffee & soft drinks included in price, 7.30pm, Ph 489 4167 
  05-Aug-2008  18-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  SYNCHRONICITIES,Recent work by Gitte Andersen and James Lawrence. Personal Abstract statements emphasising energy, movement and colour, Lake House Centre, Main Gallery, Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna, North Shore, Monday - Friday 10.00am-4.00pm, Saturday & Sunday 10.00am - 3.00pm, Ph 486 4877 
  05-Aug-2008  24-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Heavenly Bodies,The untutored life painting group spills out into the cafe with a selection of their work, Lake House Centre, The Cafe, Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna, North Shore, Monday - Friday 10.00am-4.00pm, Saturday & Sunday 10.00am - 3.00pm, Ph 486 4877 
06-Aug-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,St John the Baptist Anglican Church Hall, Church Street, Northcote, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
  06-Aug-2008  10-Aug-2008  Music & Theatre  Ship Songs By Ian Hughes,Acclaimed actor, Ian Hughes, celebrates the voyages that bought people from all over the world to New Zealand (and beyond) with intimate yet universal takes of long distance love across an ocean of expectation. Mixing personal stories with epic adventures, Ship Songs is lyrical, comical and poignant, The PumpHouse, Killarney Park, Takapuna, North Shore, $30-$49, Wednesday 6.30pm, Thursday 8.00pm, Friday 11.00am & 8.00pm, Saturday 2.00pm & 8.00pm, Sunday 4.00pm, Ph Ticketek 0800 8425 3835 
  06-Aug-2008  17-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Looking Back / Looking Forward,It is 100 years since the establishment of the former Northcote Borough Council. This exhibition of moving images and still photography, organised by Friends of Northcote Library, will provide insights into how and why Northcote developed from a small village surrounded by farmland into a large, modern, multi-cultural society, Northart Community Arts Centre, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre, North Shore, Free, Daily 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 480 9633 
  07-Aug-2008    Community  Getting On with Getting Older,A fun, interactive and practical seminar on positive ageing, Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church, 11 Hastings Rd, Mairangi Bay, North Shore, No charge, bring a shared lunch, 9.30am-12.30pm, Ph 478 7801 
07-Aug-2008    Sport & Leisure  Rugby: Air New Zealand Cup Week 2: QBE North Harbour v Wellington,North Harbour Stadium, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.05pm, Ph 0800 STADIUM (0800 782348) 
  07-Aug-2008    Community  Toolbox Parenting Groups: 0-6 Years,Term 3. All groups run over 6 weeks, two hour sessions. Sessions include DVD clips, group discussion, manual to take away. Positive and practical, Windsor Park Baptist Church, Mairangi Bay, North Shore, Per Person $67.50, Couples $90, 7.30pm, Ph 479 7442, 021 167 0308 
  08-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Anika Moa,The Masonic Tavern, Cnr Church St and King Edward Parade, Devonport, North Shore, $35, 9.00pm, Ph 445 0485 
  08-Aug-2008    Community  Opening Ceremony of the 'Beijing Olympic Area',Featuring cultural performances, a lion dance, dragon dances and the five Olympic Mascots. There will also be speeches from various dignitaries. A large LED wall (20 sq m) for public screening of the Olympics will be the feature. The stage at the Beijing Olympic Screening Area will host a variety of activities (mainly in the weekends) throughout the 17 day Olympic period, Northcote Shopping Centre Town Square, Northcote, North Shore, Free, 6.00pm-9.30pm, Ph 620 1121, 021 637 636 
  08-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  The Breeders,VENUE CHANGE FROM KINGS ARMS TO BMC. KINGS ARMS TICKETS WILL STILL BE VALID. With roots stretching back to the 80's, through ground breaking releases in the 90's, the Breeders and Kim Deal have consistently played an integral part in making and shaping alternative music. The Breeders return with a brand new album, Mountain Battles, they're back on the road to great acclaim and yes they're returning to New Zealand!, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, $67.80, 7.30pm, Ph 970 9700 
  08-Aug-2008    Community  The Past - The Future,On Saturday 8 August 1908, the Mayor accepted a gift on behalf of the 'inhabitants of Northcote'. Of course, this was a grand occasion and was commemorated as such with a donation presented by local Maori of the 15 foot NZ Ensign and 4 pounds towards the flagstaff. On Friday 8 August 2008, a gift will be presented to Mayor Andrew Williams. It will be given by the young people of Northcote to mark the centennial of the borough and its community. All welcome, Northcote Intermediate School Hall, 157 Lake Road, Northcote, North Shore, 9.00am, Ph - 
  08-Aug-2008  24-Aug-2008  Community  Beijing 2008 Live,Watch the entire Olympics live on a giant 20sq.m outdoor screen. Activities and entertainment will take place during the weekends from 10.00am-2.00pm, Northcote Shopping Centre Town Square, Northcote, North Shore, Free, 12.00pm-2.00am daily, Ph 620 1121 
  09-Aug-2008    Community  Community Planting Days,Behind the centre 17 Lauderdale Rd in the reserve. Annual Kaipatiki Nursery Plant Sale eco-sourced North Shore plants, 17 Lauderdale Road (behind the centre in the reserve), Birkdale, North Shore, 9.30am-12.00pm, Ph 482 1172 
  09-Aug-2008    Sport & Leisure  Cuban Salsa Fiesta,Presented by the Cuban Groove. Complimentary Latin Dance class followed by fantastic floor show featuring Vivio & Greydis, The Cuban Groove team & DJ V with the best Latin music, Devonport Community House, 32 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, $20, 8.00pm, Ph 021 0627123, 306 4031 
09-Aug-2008  10-Aug-2008  Sport & Leisure  Shore International Rhythmic Gymnastic Championships,Senior Grades 2.00pm-5.00pm Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th, North Shore Events Centre, Silverfield (off Porana Road) or Argus Place (off Sunnybrae Road), Glenfield, North Shore, 9.00am-6.00pm, Ph - 
  09-Aug-2008  21-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Mandorla,Richard Hanna. A 'Mandorla' is a form of sacred geometry where two circles overlap and create a third space, an almond shaped interstice called a 'Mandorla'. In this exhibition of paintings, poetry, and music he explores the symbolic, visual, and musical poetics of the shape, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Monday-Saturday 10.00am-5.00pm, Sunday 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 963 2331 
  09-Aug-2008  23-Aug-2008  Music & Theatre  Allo Allo,Presented by Company Theatre. By Jeremy Lloyd, Directed by Kathy Gent. Meet Rene, the most wanted man in Occupied France: Women want his body, the Resistance want his brain, and the Nazis want his sausage!, The Rose Centre, School Road, Belmont, North Shore, Adult $20, Concession $15, Child $12, Tuesday-Saturday 8.00pm, Sundays 10th & 17th & Saturday 23rd 2.00pm, Ph 445 9900 
10-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  NSPACS Choirs Competitions,North Shore Performing Arts Competitions Society. Join us for a wonderful afternoon's entertainment, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, $10, Junior Choirs 1.30pm, Young People's Choirs 3.00pm, Ph 410 8464 
  10-Aug-2008    Community  Torbay Art & Craft Market,Quality NZ Handmade Crafts, Torbay Village Shops, Beach Road, Torbay, North Shore, 10.00am-2.00pm, Ph 021 0375338 
  11-Aug-2008    Community  Citizenship Ceremony,Becoming a citizen at a public ceremony is a very important step in the process of becoming a New Zealand citizen. It is an opportunity for you to publicly declare your allegiance to New Zealand and for the local community to welcome you on behalf of all New Zealanders, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, 7.30pm, Ph 0800 22 51 51 
11-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Martin Curtis in Concert,Songs and stories from Central Otago, Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, $15, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
11-Aug-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Bayview Community Centre, Bayview Road, Glenfield, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
  12-Aug-2008    Sport & Leisure  SPARC Get 2 Go Challenge,Onepoto Domain, Birkenhead, North Shore, 8.00am-2.00pm, Ph 444 1446 
13-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Auckland Bluegrass & Traditional Old Time Country Music Club,Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, Members $3, Non-members $5, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  13-Aug-2008    Community  Chancellors Lecture Series: Reading & talking about poetry,Speaker: Michele Leggott, New Zealand Poet Laureate. Michele will read her poetry and talk about her work as New Zealand Post Laureate. The biennial, government-funded Laureate award was established to recognise writers who have made an outstanding contribution to New Zealand poetry, Study Centre Staff Lounge, Gate 1, Albany Expressway (SH17), Massey University, Albany, North Shore, Free, 12.00pm to 1.00pm, Ph 414 0800 ext 9228 
  13-Aug-2008    Community  Free Bus Tour of Northcote,Take a journey with Bruce Hay through the streets of Northcote. Bookings required as seats are limited. Tour bus departs from and returns to Northcote Library, Northcote Library, Norman King Square, Northcote, North Shore, Free, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8492 
13-Aug-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Northcote Citizens Centre, Northcote Town Centre, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
13-Aug-2008  30-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Bush & Beyond,Opening night Tuesday 12 July 5.00pm-7.00pm, Mairangi Arts Centre, 20 Hastings Road, Mairangi Bay, North Shore, Free entry, Monday-Saturday 9.30am-4.00pm, Ph 478 2237 
  14-Aug-2008    Community  Discovery Evening: Holy Mountains of the World,Learn about these New Age power centres from which the ordinary people can radiate great energies to help mankind evolve spiritually, The Aetherius Society, 269 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead, North Shore, Free, 8.00pm-9.30pm, Ph 418 1170 
  15-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Community Concert featuring Young Performance groups from Birkenhead College,St Philip's Presbyterian Church, 136 Birkdale Road, Birkdale, North Shore, $5, 2.00pm, Ph 480 5745, 483 8360 
  16-Aug-2008    Community  Birkenhead Artisan Market,European-style market selling food, unique homewares, jewellery, art and clothing, 110 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead, North Shore, 8.30am-1.00pm, Ph 418 2366 
  16-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Murrays Bay Ratepayers Assn. Third Annual Dance,BYO. Live music and supper, Outram Hall, Beach Road, Murrays Bay, North Shore, $15, 8.00pm, Ph 479 6561, Sue 479 4045 
  16-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Nu Culture Reggae,The Masonic Tavern, Cnr Church Rd and King Edward Parade, Devonport, North Shore, cover charge, 8.00pm, Ph 445 0485 
  16-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  School of Rock,All ages, The Masonic Tavern, Cnr Church Rd and King Edward Parade, Devonport, North Shore, 2.00pm, Ph 445 0485 
  16-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Velveteen,The Masonic Tavern, Cnr Church Rd and King Edward Parade, Devonport, North Shore, cover charge, 8.00pm, Ph 445 0485 
  16-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Wine & Comedy Night,Test your knowledge and enjoy wine with the Master of Wine, Bob Campbell. Laugh at the humour of Paul Ego, Devonport Community Hall, Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, $25, 7.30pm, Ph 446 0490 
  16-Aug-2008  28-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Ghost Towns,Emily Carter. New Zealand is full of ghost towns, places that have been abandoned and gradually become derelict, leaving few traces of their original inhabitants. I am fascinated by images of 19th century New Zealand and those who settled in New Zealand at this time, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Monday-Saturday 10.00am-5.00pm, Sundays 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 963 2331 
  16-Aug-2008  30-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Yes. No. Maybe.,New paintings by Tony Cribb. With a passion for illustration, Tony develops endearing characters which frequently appear in his work. With titles such as 'Spaghetti Dreams', 'Big Bomb Little Ted' and 'Toaster of Truth' - this exhibition promises to deliver the same dark humour his fans have come to celebrate, Palette Gallery, 1 Williamson Ave, Belmont, North Shore, Free, Tuesday-Friday 10.00am-5.00pm, Saturday 10.00am-4.00pm, Sunday 12.00pm-4.00pm, Ph 446 6333 
  17-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Auckland Symphony Orchestra,Auckland's most popular orchestra, conducted by their resident conductor. Gary Daverne will present the second of their free family concerts for the year, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Free, Ph 488 2940 
  17-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  St George's Community Arts Committee's 4th Winter Concert 2008,Bluegrass with 'Wires and Wood'. Be inspired by sounds of traditional and modern bluegrass music. In concert on banjo, mandolin, guitar and bass, Wires and Wood will share their inspiration with musical excellence, infused with multipart harmony singing, St George's Church, 2 The Terrace, Takapuna, North Shore, $5 by donation, 2.00pm, Ph 489 5689 
  17-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Vintage Jazz Band,With guest Lindsay Meech, Takapuna Boating Club Hall, Sir Peter Blake Parade, Bayswater, North Shore, 7.30pm-10.00pm, Ph 534 9805 
18-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Club Night,Be early for a great night, Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, Members $3, Non-members $5, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  18-Aug-2008    Community  Launch of the Northcote Library photograph collection of 'Local History Online',In 2007 North Shore Libraries joined forces with Rodney and Waitakere Libraries to develop a new regional local history website, Local History Online. At present the site includes a newspaper index for North Shore and Waitakere newspapers. In 2007 the Northcote Library photograph archive was selected as the first collection of photographs to be included on the site. The launch of the Northcote collection will be celebrated with a morning tea at the Northcote Library, Northcote Library, Norman King Square, Northcote, North Shore, 10.30am-11.30am, Ph 486 8490 
  18-Aug-2008    Community  Tell Your Story,Library Week workshop. What's your story? Share your story on the web and learn about social networking. Social networking is a popular way to connect family and friends and share our lives through the written and spoken word, photos and videos. Join us in exploring this popular way of communicating our stories., Glenfield Library, 90 Bentley Ave Glenfield , North Shore, 10am-11.30am, Ph 486 8460 
  18-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  The Fabulous Fifties,What a decade for fabulous fun and fantastic music! Presented by Operatunity, Windsor Baptist Church, 550 East Coast Road Mairangi Bay, North Shore, $25, Ph 522 0054 
18-Aug-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,St John the Baptist Anglican Church Hall, Church Street, Northcote, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
  19-Aug-2008    Community  New Zealand Society of Genealogists: Monthly Evening Meeting,Jack Maddox on the 'Wahine Revisited 40 Years Later', Marlborough Park Hall, Chartwell Ave, Glenfield , North Shore, $2.50, 7.30pm, Ph 419 2035 
  19-Aug-2008    Community  Starfish Magic - Library Week,Celebrate Library Week and be part of Starfish Magic, an interactive children's show with live music for pre-schoolers and primary-school children. All welcome. No need to book, Devonport Library, Victoria Road, Devonport, North Shore, 4.00pm, Ph 486 8529 
  19-Aug-2008    Community  The Gratitude Effect: Dr John Demartini,Have you ever heard the saying 'be grateful for what you have'? There is now growing evidence that 'gratitude' can help you build wealth, heal your body and live a life you are inspired by. As one of the worlds leading inspirational speakers, Dr Demartini was a featured expert in 'The Secret' and has been a welcomed guest on Larry King Live. Join Demartini live and inspired for the last time in NZ for 2008!, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, $55, 7.30pm, Ph 970 9700 
19-Aug-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Glenfield Baptist Church Hall, James Street, Glenfield, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
  19-Aug-2008    Community  Writing Our Stories,Library Week workshop. "Story is the song line of a person's life. We need to sing it and we need someone to hear the singing." - Christina Baldwin in Storycatcher. Let's write our stories and share our lives. Join us in this workshop to explore the many ways that our stories can be shared., Glenfield Library, 90 Bentley Ave Glenfield , North Shore, 10am-11.30am, Ph 486 8460 
  19-Aug-2008  24-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Found in Translation,An exhibition of new works by Gitte Andersen, Monica Seo and Bonnie Hughes which depict the transformation of their art and the journey they have taken together as friends, students and artists, Lake House Centre, Main Gallery, Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna, North Shore, Monday - Friday 10.00am-4.00pm, Saturday & Sunday 10.00am - 3.00pm, Ph 486 4877 
  20-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  APO: Tea & Symphony Concert 2,The second of three hour-long concerts offer you an afternoon break of exquisite music, featuring the world's finest artists. Lilburn: Festival Overture. Greig: Peer Gynt Suit. Conductor: Marko Letonja , Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, $35, Student $10, 2.00pm-3.00pm, Ph 623 1052 
  20-Aug-2008    Community  Free Bus Tour of Northcote 2,Take a journey with Bruce Hay through the streets of Northcote. Bookings required as seats are limited. Tour bus departs from and returns to Northcote Library, Northcote Library, Norman King Square, Northcote, North Shore, Free, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8492 
  20-Aug-2008    Community  Stories That Touch Our Hearts,Library Week workshop. Some stories make you laugh, some make you cry and some leave you cold. Come explore and learn about resources to find those gems of stories that touch our hearts., Glenfield Library, 90 Bentley Ave Glenfield , North Shore, 10am-11.30am, Ph 486 8460 
  21-Aug-2008    Community  Discovery Evening: The Twelve Blessings,Learn about the modern teachings and practises of Jesus as given through Western Master of Yoga Dr George King - great revelations never before given to Earth, The Aetherius Society, 269 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead, North Shore, Free, 8.00pm-9.30pm, Ph 418 1170 
  22-Aug-2008    Community  Trivial Pursuit Te Whanau Tu Tonu o Oruamo Fundraiser,Plenty of prizes per round, spot prizes, sober drivers draw. BYO and bring a plate to munch on, 336 Rangatira Road, Beach Haven Ratepayers Hall, Beach Haven, North Shore, Enter a team at $10 per person or $80 guaranteed team of ten, 7.00pm, Ph 482 1914, 027 3052770 
  23-Aug-2008    Community  Albany Market,Hooton Reserve Carpark, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.00am-12.30pm, Ph 478 3890 
  23-Aug-2008    Sport & Leisure  Badminton,Pro demos, Badminton North Harbour, Bottom of Bond Street, Forrest Hill, North Shore, Free, 5.00pm-7.00pm, Ph 486 8600 
  23-Aug-2008    Community  Commemoration Service to Mark The Completion of Operation Starlight,The Aetherius Society, 269 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead, North Shore, 8.00pm, Ph 418 1170 
  23-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Rob Innes Concert,2004 Tui Music Award Finalist. 90 minutes of musical variety. Popular Christian songs and nostalgia hits from the 50's and 60's, St Aidan's Presbyterian Church, 97 Onewa Road, Northcote, North Shore, Adult $20, Children (15 & under) $5, Preschoolers Free, 2.00pm, Ph 480 5749, Edith 418 2620 
  23-Aug-2008  04-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  6,A group exhibition comprising six unique forms of expression from six practising artists, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Monday-Saturday 10.00am-5.00pm, Sundays 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 963 2331 
  23-Aug-2008  04-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Metacarpals & Insulators: Laura Robertson,Two collections of jewellery from the first and second years of Laura's study at Manukau School of Visual Arts, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Ph 963 2331 
  23-Aug-2008  10-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Figuring the Landscape,Rosemary Theunissen & Malcolm McAllister, Northart Community Arts Centre, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre, North Shore, Daily 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 480 9633 
  23-Aug-2008  10-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Figuring the Landscape: Malcolm McAllister & Rosemary Theunissen,Theunissen focuses on an area of Auckland with much political and ecological resonance - the re-planted shoreline and scrubland around the old sewerage ponds in Mangere. McAllister's focus is on the human face and figure and what it can and can't reveal , Northart Community Arts Centre, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre, North Shore, Daily 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 480 9633 
24-Aug-2008    Sport & Leisure  Rugby: Air New Zealand Cup Week 4: QBE North Harbour v Waikato,North Harbour Stadium, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 2.35pm, Ph 0800 STADIUM (0800 782348) 
  24-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Sing Concert,Come and hear the fabulous voices of the pupils of top singing teacher Janice Webb. With a variety of music from show tunes to opera there is something for everyone, with a dash of dance for good measure, The Rose Centre, School Road, Belmont, North Shore, Waged $10, Unwaged $8, 7.00pm, Ph 418 1656 
  24-Aug-2008    Community  Sunday afternoon with Councillor Tony Holman: 'History of Northcote',Councillor Tony Holman will speak to a power-point presentation about the history of Northcote which includes photographs from the book 'A History of Northcote' by Judith Christmas. A wealth of information will be covered including Sulphur Beach, Northcote Wharf, the pioneer settlers, becoming a borough in 1908 and the incredible changes that have taken place in Northcote over the years. Questions will be welcome at the conclusion of the presentation, Northcote Library, Norman King Square, Northcote, North Shore, Free, 3.30pm-4.30pm, Ph 486 8490 
25-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Jane Fromont,Special guest with a little help from her many friends, Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, Members $3, Non-members $5, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  25-Aug-2008    Community  Northcote Point Senior Citizens Morning Tea,A morning tea is being provided for existing members, past members and local residents. Come along and enjoy a cup of tea and catch up with others, Northcote Point Senior Citizens, 110 Queen Street, Northcote Point, North Shore, 10.00am, Ph 480 5680 
25-Aug-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Active Zone Glenfield, Downing Street, Glenfield, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
  26-Aug-2008    Community  What is the Business of Community?,The conference will cover a variety of topics related to the community sector. Keynote speakers will include Auckland business leader Dr Lester Levy, CEO of the NZ Leadership Institute of the University of Auckland, Suzanne Snively who is an economist and partner at Price Waterhouse Coopers. Registration includes breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon tea. A cash bar will be open at the end of the day for networking, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Early Bird Special $90 (register & pay by 25 July), Standard Price $110 (all registrations received / payable after 25 July), Ph 441 8989 
27-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Auckland Bluegrass & Traditional Old Time Country Music Club,Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, Members $3, Non-members $5, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  27-Aug-2008    Community  Chancellors Lecture Series: Treaty settlements, is there an end in sight?,Speaker: Associate Professor Michael Belgrave, School of Social and Cultural Studies. Michael will outline the dramatic developments in treaty settlements which have occurred in recent months and consider their importance in completing this round of settlements between Maori and the Crown, Sir Neil Waters Lecture Theatre NW200, Gate 1, Albany Expressway (SH17), Massey University, Albany, North Shore, Free, 12.00pm-1.00pm, Ph 414 0800 ext 9228 
27-Aug-2008    Community  Meet Your Navy Hour,The Navy will be on-site at the Devonport Library for a 'Meet Your Navy Hour' - The Commanding Officer of HMNZS PHILOMEL, Captain Dean McDougall, will be in the foyer of the Library to meet and chat with the locals , Devonport Library, Victoria Road, Devonport, North Shore, 9.00am-10.00am, Ph 445 5002, 397 7002 
  27-Aug-2008  14-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Expressions of Art: Liz de King & Paola King-Borrero,Opening Tuesday 26 August, 5.00pm. Recent work by artist Liz de King, The Cafe, Lake House Centre, Fred Thomas Drive Takapuna, North Shore, Free entry, plenty of parking, Monday-Friday 10.00am-4.00pm, Saturday & Sunday 10.00am-3.00pm, Ph 486 4877 
  27-Aug-2008  14-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Liz de King and Students of the Rangitoto Art Club,Opening Wednesday 27 August, 5.00pm. Recent work by students of Liz de King, Lake House Centre, Fred Thomas Drive Takapuna, North Shore, Free entry, plenty of parking, Monday-Friday 10.00am-4.00pm, Saturday & Sunday 10.00am-3.00pm, Ph 486 4877 
  28-Aug-2008    Community  Brian Peet on the Seuffert Legacy,Brian Peet talks about The Seuffert Legacy, his biography of Anton Seuffert and sons, one of New Zealand's greatest families of cabinetmakers. All welcome. A Library Associates event. Drinks and nibbles followed by talk, Devonport Library, Victoria Road, Devonport, North Shore, 7.30pm, Ph 486 8529 
28-Aug-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Birkdale Beach Haven Residents Hall, Sunnyhaven Street, Beach Haven (behind the shops), North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
  28-Aug-2008  06-Sep-2008  Music & Theatre  North Shore Gang Show 2008: Fantasy Spectacular,Presented by Scouts and Guides from across the North Shore and wider Auckland. The theme this year is 'Fantasy Spectacular' Knight and Maidens, Princes and Princesses, plus some interesting twists on some well known fairytale characters. A fun filled evening for the whole family. Comedy, singing and dancing with the exuberance only youth can bring, The PumpHouse, Killarney Park, Takapuna, North Shore, $20 Adults, $15 Seniors (65+), $15 Children, $15 Group 10+, No performance on Monday. Daily 8.00pm, Matinee Saturday & Sunday 2.00pm, Ph 489 8360 
  30-Aug-2008    Community  Albany Market,Hooton Reserve Carpark, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.00am-12.30pm, Ph 478 3890, 021 275 4735 
  30-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Heaven Bent Gospel Choir,Gospel / African. Come and enjoy the beautiful harmonies of the Heaven Bent Gospel Choir at the fundraising event for the Kenzies Gift Charity. Also featuring master of ceremonies, the very talented stand up Ruven Govinder. 'A Taste of Africa' African singing and dancing at its best. 'BYOB' Rangitoto College's National Champion Quartet , Holy Trinity Church, Church Street, Devonport, North Shore, Adult $15, Children $5, 7.30pm-10.00pm, Ph 446 1100, 027 345 2514 
  30-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Starlight Music presents NZ Band Showcase,Upstairs: Matt Jones, Shrinking Violet, Cliff Hedley. Downstairs: Zed Brookes, Mystery Liquid, Diesel Phoenix (ex Donkey Punk), The Masonic Tavern, Cnr Church Street and King Edward Parade, Devonport, North Shore, Ph 445 2558 
  30-Aug-2008  31-Aug-2008  Visual Arts  Skin & Steel 2008,An annual, weekend long tattoo convention with a twist. Skin and Steel 2008 gives the artists of both tattoo and air brushing industries a forum to show their artworks. The weekend will feature a variety of tattoo displays, information and competitions, live bands, entertainment and vendor stalls, plus an airbrush competition and automotive display of Hot Rods and Motorcycles, North Shore Events Centre, Silverfield (off Porana Road)or Argus Place (off Sunnybrae Road), Glenfield, North Shore, $25 Adult Weekend Pass plus booking fees, 10.00am, Ph 0800 TICKETEK 
  30-Aug-2008  11-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Fishing for Phosphorescence: Lizzy Dudeney,This exhibition comes from my extended love of the ocean - and all the pretty treasures nurtured beneath its shores. It will be a mix of jewellery and paintings / illustration which capture the essence of the sea's raw yet beautiful diversity, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Ph 963 2331 
  30-Aug-2008  24-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Bomb Gone! - The Navy & Nuclear Testing in the Pacific,This exhibition will examine the New Zealand Navy's position as pivotal to the development and protest against nuclear testing in the Pacific. The exhibition encompasses a wide historical context including the cold war period of nuclear arms proliferation and the development of the nuclear protest movement. A historian will be on site on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10.00am-12.00pm throughout the exhibition, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Ph 963 2331 
31-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Brendan Dugan sings Johnny Cash,Accompanied by the 'Walk The Line' band. His biggest hits celebrating 40 years since 'New Faces'. Tami Neilson singing the songs of June Carter-Cash and Patsy Kline. Special guest Ben McDonald, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, 8.00pm, Ph Ticketmaster 970 9700 
31-Aug-2008    Music & Theatre  Fire in the Mountain,Session with Michael Young, Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, No charge, 7.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  31-Aug-2008    Community  Hear Dorothy Vinicombe, Commissioning Editor for Penguin Books,Dorothy will speak on the publishing process and some recently published books. Come along all you budding authors. This is your chance to ask lots of questions. Also, Sharon Cleghorn (Project Manager) will give an update on the new Birkenhead Library and Civic Centre. Light refreshments will be served, Birkenhead Library, Mahara Ave, Birkenhead, North Shore, $2 for Friends of the Library, $5 for non-members, 4.15pm-5.15pm, Ph 486 8557 
  31-Aug-2008    Community  Sunday Afternoon with David Verran - 'Northcote & North Shore to 1959',Come along and hear David Verran speak about the history of the North Shore, and Northcote in particular, up to May 1959 and the opening of the Harbour Bridge. David has researched the history of the North Shore over many years which will ensure that this will be an interesting and informative presentation. Questions will be welcome at the conclusion of the presentation, Northcote Library, Norman King Square, Northcote, North Shore, Free, 3.30pm-4.30pm, Ph 486 8490 
  31-Aug-2008    Community  Volunteer Planting Day,The NSCC Parks Department organises a series of community and volunteer planting days every year, between the months of May to August. The events are a chance for the local community and neighbourhoods to come together in a local park and help improve both the visual appeal of the reserve and the environment through the planting of native plants, Shepherds Park, John Bracken Way, Beach Haven, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, followed by complimentary BBQ & drinks, Ph 486 8600 ext 7185 
01-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Club Night,Singers, Musicians, Storytellers welcome, Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, Members $5, Non-members $3, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  01-Sep-2008    Community  New Zealand Society of Genealogists: Monthly Day Meeting,Desma Howarth is talking about 'Bonnets for Convict Women', Marlborough Park Hall, Chartwell Ave, Glenfield , North Shore, $2.50, 1.00pm, Ph 419 2035 
  01-Sep-2008    Sport & Leisure  Shore Safe Beach Walk,A walk along Takapuna Beach organised for older adults through ShoreSafe aims to celebrate Spring and NZ Safety Week, Takapuna Beach, Takapuna, North Shore, 11.00am, Ph 489 4975 extn 112 
  01-Sep-2008  21-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Time Stills Still Time: Diane Atkinson, Clare Matheson & Sharon Vickers,Floor Talk: Sunday 14 September, 2.00pm. An exhibition by three artists responding to the effects/affects of the workings of time , Northart Community Arts Centre, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre, North Shore, Daily 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 480 9633 
  01-Sep-2008  30-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Transition: Jacqueline Bell-Walsh,Jacqueline wanted her work to engage the viewer's curiosity more; to wonder how it was made and to respond individually to the piece, so they become a part of it, not just a passive observer. This show will be an example of her new abstract media works, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 488 2940 
  02-Sep-2008    Community  Official Handover of Chelsea Park to Public Ownership,Chelsea Park, Birkenhead, North Shore, Ph 306 5811 
  03-Sep-2008    Community  Board Evaluation Workshop: How well is your board performing?,Numbers limited. Registration and prepayment essential, Taitamariki Hall (Girl Guides), Auburn Reserve, Auburn Street, Takapuna (directly opposite Como Street), North Shore, $20, light lunch provided, 11.45am-2.00pm, Ph 486 4820 
  03-Sep-2008    Visual Arts  Bomb Gone! Exhibition Public Talk,Local resident and ex-RNZN sailor Arthur Venus talks on his experience during the tests at Christmas Island during Operation Grapple, followed by morning tea, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Free, 10.00am-11.00am, Ph 963 2331 
03-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Torbay Garden Club Spring Show,Raffles. Trading Tables. Refreshments available. Non members are welcome to exhibit, Torbay Community Hall, Behind Torbay Shopping Centre, Beach Road, Torbay , North Shore, 11.00am-2.30pm, Ph 479 1518 
  03-Sep-2008  04-Sep-2008  Music & Theatre  Cities of the World: Napoli Quartet,Playing mandolin, mandola, and guitar, Napoli will entertain you with lively and romantic music including 'Chicago', 'Sorrento', 'Tulips from Amsterdam' and many many more well loved tunes from around the world. Bookings are essential, The Rose Centre, School Road, Belmont, North Shore, Lunch & show $10, Show only $6, 12.00pm Lunch, 12.30pm Show, Ph 445 9900 
  03-Sep-2008  04-Sep-2008  Music & Theatre  Shore Is Magic! Comedy Family Show,The 'Shore Is Magic!' family comedy show features performances by some of the top magicians in New Zealand, clown acts, special guest performers, and will be hosted by a comedian. A night of comedy, magic and fun! Two shows only, door sales and refreshments available, The Rose Centre, School Road, Belmont, North Shore, Adults $15, Children $10, Family (2A3C) $50, 7.30pm, Ph 361 1000 
  04-Sep-2008    Community  An Evening with Mark Billingham,Best selling crime writer Mark Billingham is known for his Tom Thorne series. He will be talking about his writing and his latest book, In The Dark, Takapuna Library, The Strand, Takapuna, North Shore, $5, Friends of the library $2, 6.00pm, Ph 486 8469 
  04-Sep-2008    Visual Arts  Bomb Gone! Exhibition Public Talk,Gerry Wright, veteran of the tests at Christmas Island, Mururoa and part of the salvage team for the Rainbow Warrior, will be in the Main Gallery, followed by morning tea, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Free, 10.00am-11.00am, Ph 963 2331 
  04-Sep-2008    Community  Meet William Pike, Author of 'Every Day's A Good Day',Hear about the Inspirational True Story of William Pike's survival on Mt Ruapehu. Devonport's Paradox Books will be selling copies o f 'Every Day's A Good Day' at the venue, Devonport Library, Victoria Street, Devonport, North Shore, Gold Coin donation, no bookings necessary, 7.00pm for light refreshments, 7.30pm start, Ph 486 8528 
  04-Sep-2008  06-Sep-2008  Music & Theatre  Beren & Luthien: A Middle Earth Love Story,Before Aragorn, before Arwen, were Beren & Luthien. Geoff Allen & Devonport Drama present an epic tale based on J.R.R. Tolkien's story. Performed by the 13-17 classes, Devonport Methodist Church, Cnr Lake Rd & Owens Rd, Devonport, North Shore, Adult $8, Child / Concession $5, Family $20, 6.00pm & 8.15pm, Ph 445 0042 
04-Sep-2008  27-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Auckland Studio Potters,44th Annual 'Fire & Clay' exhibition. This is an exciting exhibition of contemporary ceramics, which range from traditional domestic ware through to funky sculptural pieces and experimental installations. Over 65 different potters have their works on display. Opening Night Wednesday 3 September 6.30pm-8.30pm, Mairangi Arts Centre, 20 Hastings Road, Mairangi Bay, North Shore, Free entry, Monday-Saturday 9.30am-4.00pm, Ph 478 2237 
  06-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  1001 Nights,Medance Middle Eastern Dance School welcomes you to their 2008 Student Performance - 1001 Nights! A kaleidoscope of dance styles, costumes and colours, will be skillfully presented by the Level 1 through to the Level 4 students, as we journey through the many dance cultures and textures that incorporate the Middle East and further afield. Bookings recommended, The Rose Centre, School Road, Belmont, North Shore, Adult $25, Concession / Child $15, 7.30pm, Ph 021 848 913 
  06-Sep-2008    Community  Albany Market,Hooton Reserve Carpark, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.00am-12.30pm, Ph 478 3890, 021 275 4735 
  06-Sep-2008    Sport & Leisure  Champ Wag n Walk,Pack a picnic and bring the family! The Champ Wag ‘n Walk is a fun family day out with your dog. Complete the 3km fun walk and then stay and enjoy the Champ Wag ‘n Walk festival that includes 5 entertaining dog shows, live music, dog expo and family entertainment. You don't have to have a dog to take part in the Champ Wag n Walk, take part in the 3km fun walk and help us support SPCA Auckland. , Milford Beach Reserve, Milford, North Shore, 8.00am-3.00pm, Ph 410 1200 
  06-Sep-2008    Community  Onewa Parents Centre Nearly New Centre,Quality used kids gear 0-5 years. Toys, books, furniture and more, Birkenhead Primary School, 77 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead, North Shore, 10.00am-1.00pm, Ph 419 8957 
06-Sep-2008    Sport & Leisure  Rugby: Air New Zealand Cup: QBE North Harbour v Canterbury,North Harbour Stadium, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.35pm, Ph 0800 STADIUM (0800 782348) 
  06-Sep-2008  18-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Depot Members' Show: A Sensory Response,When we respond to a piece of art it usually triggers something in us, brings something personal to life. Our senses are engaged. For this particular Depot members show we want to invite our members to create a piece of art with these sensory aspects in mind, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Ph 963 2331 
07-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Folk Night,Invited singer/songwriters strut their stuff, hosted by Richard Leschen, Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, Members $3, Non-members $5, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  07-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Spanish & Latin Dance Fiesta,Spanish Fiesta Dancers plus guest dancers Folklor Chileno-Latino, The PumpHouse, Killarney Park, Takapuna, North Shore, Adult $20, Child $12, 2.30pm, Ph 489 8360 
  07-Sep-2008    Community  Sunday Afternoon at Northcote Library with Peter McArthur: 'Northcote & the North Shore 1959',Come along and hear David Verran speak about the history of the North Shore, and Northcote in particular, up to May 1959 and the opening of the Harbour Bridge. David has researched the history of the North Shore over many years which will ensure that this will be an interesting and informative presentation. All welcome, refreshments served at conclusion, Northcote Library, Norman King Square, Northcote, North Shore, No charge, 3.30pm-4.30pm, Ph 486 8490 
08-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Colin Spier,Brilliant country guitar, Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, Members $3, Non-members $5, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  08-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Morning Melodies,Another stunning performance from the Royal New Zealand Navy Band, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, $3, Tickets available from Monday 4 August from the Bruce Mason Box Office only, 11.00am, Ph 488 2940 
08-Sep-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Glenfield War Memorial Hall, Hall Road, Glenfield, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
10-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Auckland Bluegrass & Traditional Old Time Country Music Club,Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, Members $3, Non-members $5, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  10-Sep-2008    Community  Chancellors Lecture Series: Master or pupil? - the contemporaries of Haydn, Mozart & Beethoven,Speaker: Uwe Grodd, Associate professor. Uwe Grodd will talk about editing, performing and recording music of the late 18th and early 19th century, having just returned from his latest recording with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra last June. The past two years have been very creative and exciting for Uwe - in less than 24 months, and across four countries, he has produced seven different recordings for Naxos Records: four CDs as a conductor and three as a flautist, performing his own editions of quartets for flute and strings by Johann Baptist Vanhal, Study Centre Staff Lounge, Gate 1, Albany Expressway (SH17), Massey University, Albany, North Shore, Free, 12.00pm-1.00pm, Ph 414 0800 ext 9228 
  10-Sep-2008    Community  Meet Kate Mosse: Author & Orange Prize Founder,Kate Mosse's brilliant historical novels Labyrinth and Sepulchre are huge international bestsellers. Kate is a broadcaster for BBC television and radio. She is also the founder of the prestigious Orange Broadband Prize for Fiction. Hear Kate talk about her work and the prize, Takapuna Library, The Strand, Takapuna, North Shore, $2, Friends of the library free, 12.00pm, Ph 486 8469 
  10-Sep-2008    Community  Saving Grace: Fundraising Night,Takapuna Grammar School SPCA Committee presents the movie 'Saving Grace', A fundraising night for the SPCA. Entertainment, wonderful Silent Auction, food and beverage ensures a great night out for a great cause!, The Rose Centre, School Road, Belmont, North Shore, Adult $15, Concession $10, 7.00pm, Ph 445 1079 
10-Sep-2008    Sport & Leisure  Soccer: OFC Nations Cup 2008/2010 FIFA World Cup Qualifying: Thai Airways All Whites v New Caledonia,North Harbour Stadium, Stadium Drive, Albany, North Shore, TBA, TBA, Ph 414 0175 
10-Sep-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Northcote Citizens Centre, Northcote Town Centre, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
  11-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Beyond this Life!,An evening with Hettie, Clairvoyant and Medium. Lifetime Spirit Communicator re-appearing in public by special request. Bridging the gap between two worlds. Offering you an evening you will never forget bringing you proof that we do survive this life, The Rose Centre, School Road, Belmont, North Shore, $25 (includes supper), 7.30pm, Ph 419 2667, 027 419 2663 
  11-Sep-2008    Visual Arts  Dean's Winter Lecture Series: Ensuring good settlement & migration outcomes - lessons from the present & the past,Speaker: Professor Richard Bedford, Professor of Geography, & former Deputy Vice Chancellor Research, Waikato University. It is essential to RSVP to bonnie.brannigan@aut.ac.nz, AH 214, Akoranga Campus, AUT University, Akoranga Drive, Northcote, North Shore, 4.15pm, Ph - 
  11-Sep-2008    Community  Health & Safety for Non Government Organisations,Makes good business sense! Presenters Margaret Ng and Greg Baker from the Department of Labour. Don't miss out, book today, Gibbon Room - Mary Thomas Centre, 3 Gibbons Rd, Takapuna (parking available under Takapuna Library), North Shore, $12, light morning tea provided, 9.45am-12.00pm, Ph 486 4820 
  12-Sep-2008    Community  Bingo Night Fundraiser,Highbury House and Creche are holding a bingo night. We are hoping for a good turn-out to help raise funds for the creche! Bring along family, friends or workmates - make up a table or come along on your own. It is great fun, and who knows you might even win some money for a 'line', a 'house', or a raffle prize! We will have raffles during the evening $2 each or $3 for five. BYO drinks and nibbles, Highbury House, 110 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead, North Shore, $10 (includes on bingo card), extra games $1 each, 7.30pm, Ph 480 5279 
  12-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Psychic Theatre,An evening with Rose - Internationally Acclaimed Psychic Medium. A unique theatre event of spiritual uplift, wisdom and harmony, The Rose Centre, School Road, Belmont, North Shore, $25, 7.30pm, Ph 489 1545 
  13-Sep-2008    Community  Albany Market,Hooton Reserve Carpark, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.00am-12.30pm, Ph 478 3890, 021 275 4735 
  13-Sep-2008    Community  Community Planting Days,Glenfield Road. Conservation week - Kereru Habitiat. Kaipatiki Project supporting community participation in the restoration of the Eskdale reserve network 67ha of Kereru habitat. Bring a spade if you have one, Eskdale Reserve, Cnr of Domain Rd and Glenfield Rd, North Shore, 9.30am-12.00pm, Ph 482 1172 
  13-Sep-2008    Sport & Leisure  Icebreaker Regatta,Sylvan Park, Lake Pupuke, Milford, North Shore, 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 021 720 730 
13-Sep-2008    Sport & Leisure  Soccer: 2008 Chatham Cup Final/2008 Women's Knockout Cup Final,North Harbour Stadium, Stadium Drive, Albany, North Shore, TBA, TBA, Ph 414 0175 
  13-Sep-2008  25-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Heart to Heart: Lee Hyland,The heart, a familiar symbol used historically to refer to spiritual, emotional, moral experiences, has in popular culture, become one of the most ubiquitous icons. Using this symbol to communicate I have created each piece independently, using its creation initially as a tangible drawing which in turn becomes a catalyst for the next. Each sculpture evokes its own dialogue contributing to the conversation, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Ph 963 2331 
  14-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Bon Voyage,Presented by the 100 Voice Chorale. Journey with us through our music, St George's Church, 2 The Terrace, Takapuna, North Shore, Adults $15, Concession $12, 3.00pm, Ph 447 3828 
  14-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  North Shore Ladies Choir Concert,A varied programme of sacred and secular music. Special guests Andre van Rossum (tenor), Jan Judson (mezzo), Lionel Reekie (piano accordian), and the North Shore Male Choir, St Peter's Anglican Church, Killarney Street Takapuna, North Shore, Gold coin donation, 7pm, Ph 449 2274 
  14-Sep-2008    Community  Torbay Art & Craft Market,Quality NZ Handmade Crafts, Torbay Village Shops, Beach Road, Torbay, North Shore, 10.00am-2.00pm, Ph 021 0375338 
  14-Sep-2008  05-Oct-2008  Visual Arts  Potent Pigments: Kerry Aitken & Robyn Ranga,Potent Pigments is a joint show by two multi-disciplined artists, who use vivid pigments to question what colour represents, the ways in which our visual environment shapes perception and how the 'marvel' reveals itself in the humble and ordinary in our lives, Northart Community Arts Centre, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre, North Shore, Daily 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 480 9633 
15-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Sea Songs & Shanties with the Maritime Crew,Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, Members $3, Non-members $5, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
15-Sep-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Bayview Community Centre, Bayview Road, Glenfield, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
15-Sep-2008  26-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Beach Haven Annual Art & Craft Exhibition,Grand opening function Monday 15th September at 7.00pm with refreshments and live music, all welcome, Beach Haven Community House, 130 Beach Haven Road, Beach Haven, North Shore, 9.00am-3.00pm, Ph 483 9942 
  16-Sep-2008    Community  New Zealand Society of Genealogists: Monthly Evening Meeting,Boyd Miller talking about 'GEDCOM - What it is, how to use it, what to send...', Marlborough Park Hall, Chartwell Ave, Glenfield , North Shore, $2.50, 7.30pm, Ph 419 2035 
  16-Sep-2008  27-Sep-2008  Visual Arts  Burst into Life,'Burst into Life' is set to be the 10th exhibition of works produced by the Devonport Life Drawing Group. From school students to retirees, professional artists to hobbyists this is a diverse and organic group which continues the centuries' old tradition of drawing the human figure, Lake House Centre, Fred Thomas Drive Takapuna, North Shore, Free entry, plenty of parking, Monday-Friday 10.00am-4.00pm, Saturday & Sunday 10.00am-3.00pm, Ph 486 4877 
  18-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Pinehurst School Performance,Variety performance, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, TBA, Ph 414 0960 
18-Sep-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Birkdale Beach Haven Residents Hall, Sunnyhaven Street, Beach Haven (behind the shops), North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
  20-Sep-2008    Community  Albany Market,Hooton Reserve Carpark, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.00am-12.30pm, Ph 478 3890, 021 275 4735 
  20-Sep-2008    Community  Birkenhead Artisan Market,European-style market selling food, unique homewares, jewellery, art and clothing , 110 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead, North Shore, 8.30am-1.00pm, Ph 418 2366 
  20-Sep-2008  02-Oct-2008  Visual Arts  Lonely Miaow: Sid & Friends,An impressive array of talented, contemporary artists exhibiting together in one space, on one theme to save strays. Feline-focused works. All the profits from this exhibition will go to 'The Lonely Miaow', an amazing non-profit organisation that is dedicated to the care of hundreds of hungry and desperate stray cats rescued every day in the greater Auckland area, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Ph 963 2331 
  20-Sep-2008  02-Oct-2008  Visual Arts  Street Kicks,Featuring Cracked Ink - Drypnz - Random (PHQ) - Budafist - Paul Walsh. This is an exhibition by a bunch of no hoper's whom call themselves street artists. After recent bad publicity which condemned street artists and taggers in the same boat our show is here to challenge that opinion and show how talented and understated real street art is, The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport, North Shore, Ph 963 2331 
  21-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Long Bay is Alive with the Sound of Music,The Long Bay-Okura Great Park Society presents a gala concert to raise money to protect Long Bay. International artists present an exciting and varied programme of Mozart arias and American folk songs, Schubert’s “Auf dem Strom” and Franz Lehár’s “Vilja”, and horn solos along with selections from popular musical theatre. , Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, $35, 2.00pm, Ph 970 9700 
21-Sep-2008    Sport & Leisure  Rugby: Air New Zealand Cup: QBE North Harbour v Northland,North Harbour Stadium, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 2.35pm, Ph 0800 STADIUM (0800 782348) 
  21-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  St George's Community Arts Committee's 5th Winter Concert 2008,'By Arrangement' with Organists: Stephen Vincent and Alan Purchase. A programme of popular music by a variety of composers - from Bach, Vivaldi, and D'Aquin through Elgar, Saint Seans and Prokofiev to Weaver and Beox - including arrangements for the organ by Stephen and Alan, St George's Church, 2 The Terrace, Takapuna, North Shore, $5 by donation, 2.00pm, Ph 489 5689 
22-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Ralph Bennett,Blues and beyond, a rare chance, Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, Members $3, Non-members $5, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
22-Sep-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,St John the Baptist Anglican Church Hall, Church Street, Northcote, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
  23-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  The Umbilical Brothers,Two brothers. One Microphone. The only limit: your imagination. Audiences from Stockholm to Tokyo have laughed like idiots at this acclaimed performance. Join the Umbilicals in their brilliant signature show, chock-full of internationally tested comedy. You'll see and hear everything on a stage full of nothing, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Adult $34.90, Groups & Concession $31.90 (ticketing fees may apply), 7.30pm, Ph 970 9700 
  24-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Auckland Bluegrass & Traditional Old Time Country Music Club,Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
24-Sep-2008    Community  Meet Your Navy Hour,The Navy will be on-site at the Devonport Library for a 'Meet Your Navy Hour' - The Commanding Officer of HMNZS PHILOMEL, Captain Dean McDougall, will be in the foyer of the Library to meet and chat with the locals , Devonport Library, Victoria Road, Devonport, North Shore, 9.00am-10.00am, Ph 445 5002, 397 7002 
  24-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  The Last Night of the Proms,An all new look at our flag waving proms with fun and frivolity. Presented by Operatunity, Windsor Baptist Church, 550 East Coast Road Mairangi Bay, North Shore, $25, Ph 522 0054 
24-Sep-2008    Community  Winter Series Pre School/Toddler Fun Mornings,Active Zone Glenfield, Downing Street, Glenfield, North Shore, 10.00am-12.00pm, Ph 486 8400 ext 8854, Michelle Whiu 486 8400 ext 8786 
  27-Sep-2008    Community  Albany Market,Hooton Reserve Carpark, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.00am-12.30pm, Ph 478 3890, 021 275 4735 
  27-Sep-2008    Sport & Leisure  Let's Dance: A Chance to Dance,A chance to stamp your feet and clap your hands to Spanish rhythms...or sit back and watch! Suitable all ages - no need to book - just turn up on the day. Wear comfortable clothes, shoes with small heels if possible NOT running shoes, The Rose Centre, School Road, Belmont, North Shore, $10, 2.30pm-3.45pm, Ph 620 6942 
27-Sep-2008    Sport & Leisure  Rugby: Air New Zealand Cup: QBE North Harbour v Auckland,North Harbour Stadium, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 2.35pm, Ph 0800 STADIUM (0800 782348) 
  27-Sep-2008  11-Oct-2008  Music & Theatre  The Dragon of an Ordinary Family,A fun story from New Zealand's own literary treasure, Margaret Mahy. A magical adventure begins when an unusual pet enters the lives of an ordinary family. But as the little dragon grows bigger, it becomes clear that dragons should not be kept as pets. DRESS UP! Come dressed as a dragon, or another unusual pet!, The PumpHouse, Killarney Park, Takapuna, North Shore, Early Bird Special (29th & 30 September) $14.90, All other shows $18.90. Family of four $69, Gala tickets $23.90, Ph 489 8360 
28-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Fire in the Mountain,Session with Michael Young - bring instruments, Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, No charge, 7.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
29-Sep-2008    Music & Theatre  Club Night,Be early for a night of variety, Devonport Folk Music Club, The Bunker, Mt Victoria, Devonport, North Shore, Members $3, Non-members $5, 8.00pm, Ph 445 2227 
  29-Sep-2008  03-Oct-2008  Community  Sharks Sports Holiday Programme: Week 1,A fabulous fun sports programme organised for kids aged 5-13 years. Focus is on active participation and team building in a safe positive environment whilst children are taught a range of sports and activities with giveaways and prizes each day. Bookings essential as places are limited, Red Beach School & Hato Petera College, 20 Albert Hall Drive, Red Beach & 103 College Rd, Northcote, North Shore, $30 per child per day, 8.30am-3.00pm, Ph 428 7528, 021 161 6822 
  29-Sep-2008  03-Oct-2008  Music & Theatre  The Ugly Duckling,Quack! Quack! Quack! All the eggs have hatched... But something strange is happening on the farmyard. Mother and Father Duck have a very odd looking edition to their family. It's not yellow, it's not cute, and it honks!, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade Takapuna, North Shore, $12 plus booking fee, 10.00am & 12.00pm, Ph Ticketmaster 970 9700 
  29-Sep-2008  24-Oct-2008  Visual Arts  10 Big Paintings,Northart celebrates its 10 anniversary with 10 Big Paintings, an exhibition based on the Auckland City Gallery's 1971 show of the same name. Two of the artists in the original show - Robert Ellis and Ross Ritchie - are in the current lineup. The others are Gary Currin, John Lawrence, Simon McIntyre, John Oxborough, Clyde Scott, Rosemary Theunissen, Frank Van Schaik and Sharon Vickers, all of whom have contributed significantly to the development of Northart over the past 10 years. Paintings will vary in size from 2.3 - 5 metres high, as big as the walls of the gallery will allow and certainly big enough to make a strong visual impact, Northart Community Arts Centre, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre, North Shore, Daily 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 480 9633 
  01-Oct-2008    Music & Theatre  An Evening with Sue Nicholson,Sue is well known to viewers of the TV2 show 'Sensing Murder'. During an evening with Sue you will learn to hear the messages spirits have for you as Sue guides you through the process of getting in touch with the other side. Sue will also assist people with the messages they are receiving. A small venue has been chosen as this is truly a personal experience and an evening with a difference. Sue will also do many readings during the evening, The PumpHouse, Killarney Park, Takapuna, North Shore, Adult $60, Concession $55, 7.30pm, Ph 489 8360 
  01-Oct-2008    Community  Older But Exceptional (OBE) Awards,The North Shore has many older people that are daily embracing the statement, 'You are never too old'. They are the active, committed, motivated members of our community. The OBE Awards are your opportunity to recognise and honour these individuals. All nominees will be invited to attend a ceremony with awards presented by Mayor Andrew Williams, Positive Ageing Centre, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 489 4975 
  01-Oct-2008  05-Oct-2008  Music & Theatre  The Lonesome West,Cutting Edge Drama (in association with Creative Communities NZ). Directed by Sioux Smith. This ironic black comedy sees two brothers, Coleman and Valene, one of whom has killed their father, closeted together in undying hostility. Add to the mix a melancholy priest Father Welsh with much fondness for the bottle and a witty Irish tart with a heart called Girleen, you have an explosive mix boisterous antics and ironic humour showing the shocking and comical going-ons in the town of Leenan, The Rose Centre, School Road, Belmont, North Shore, Adult $25, Concessions and Groups $20, Wednesday-Friday 8.00pm, Saturday 2.00pm & 8.00pm, Sunday 2.00pm, Ph 445 9900 
  01-Oct-2008  18-Oct-2008  Visual Arts  Passionate About Pastels,National Pastel Exhibition, Mairangi Arts Centre, 20 Hastings Road, Mairangi Bay, North Shore, Monday-Saturday 9.30am-4.00pm, Closed Sunday, Ph 478 2237 
  01-Oct-2008  31-Oct-2008  Visual Arts  Toni Eyre,Toni Eyre is a full-time, self-taught artist who has a passion for vibrant colour and texture. Painting in both oils and acrylics, she has a strong and clean-lined style often drawing her inspiration from nature, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 488 2940 
  01-Oct-2008  31-Oct-2008  Visual Arts  Tracey K. Stringer,Tracey is mainly a self taught artist who captures the beauty of wildlife, nature and contemporary work in her vibrant acrylic colours, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 488 2940 
  02-Oct-2008  04-Oct-2008  Music & Theatre  On The Conditions & Possibilities of Helen Clark Taking Me As Her Young Lover,Award winning comedian Arthur Meek presents a sharp, snappy and memorable lecture on why he should be the Prime Ministers young lover, The PumpHouse, Killarney Park, Takapuna, North Shore, Adult $35, Concession $30 (booking fees may apply), 8.00pm, Ph 489 8360 
  03-Oct-2008    Music & Theatre  The Beatles Tribute Band,A Beatles night to remember. Annual fund-raising evening in support of North Shore Hospice, Starship Hospital, Motor Neurone Disease and other local charities. Music by 'Abbey Road' New Zealand's finest Beatles Tribute Band. Raffles and door prizes, Takapuna Soccer Clubrooms, Taharota Road, Takapuna, North Shore, $30, 6.00pm, Ph 489 4683, 027 284 1674, Mark Green 021 577 580 
  04-Oct-2008    Sport & Leisure  Akoranga Hobbies Expo,Collectors fair, model trains show, miniatures diecast models, old toys and dolls etc. , YMCA Events Centre, Akoranga Drive, Northcote, North Shore, Adult $7, Families $14, Primary school children entry free if accompanied with an adult, 11.00am-3.00pm, Ph 480 9117, 027 4920 487 
  04-Oct-2008    Community  Albany Market,Hooton Reserve Carpark, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.00am-12.30pm, Ph 478 3890, 021 275 4735 
  06-Oct-2008    Music & Theatre  Morning Melodies Band of the Royal New Zealand Air Force,The Band of the royal New Zealand Air Force, Base Auckland present another popular concert, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, $3, Tickets available from the Bruce Mason Centre Box Office from Monday 8 September, 11.00am, Ph 488 2940 
  06-Oct-2008  10-Oct-2008  Community  Sharks Sports Holiday Programme: Week 2,A fabulous fun sports programme organised for kids aged 5-13 years. Focus is on active participation and team building in a safe positive environment whilst children are taught a range of sports and activities with giveaways and prizes each day. Bookings essential as places are limited, Red Beach School & Hato Petera College, 20 Albert Hall Drive, Red Beach & 103 College Rd, Northcote, North Shore, $30 per child per day, 8.30am-3.00pm, Ph 428 7528, 021 161 6822 
  08-Oct-2008  26-Oct-2008  Visual Arts  Lake House Members' Merit Exhibition,The exhibition preview and award ceremony will be held on Tuesday 7 October at 5.00pm. Guests are welcome, Lake House Centre, Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 486 4877 
  09-Oct-2008  10-Oct-2008  Music & Theatre  New Zealand Group Dance Awards,New Zealand's leading group dance competition showcasing amazing talent from some of the countries best dance schools. The performers aged from 5 to 25 will compete over 2 days in a variety of dance genres including; ballet, contemporary, tap, jazz, hip-hop, musical theatre, and song and dance for a place in the Grand Final. This year NZGDA have included an Intermediate and College section enabling school students to represent their schools in this prestigious event, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 488 2940 
  09-Oct-2008  10-Oct-2008  Music & Theatre  NZ Group Dance Awards,Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 488 2940 
  09-Oct-2008  19-Oct-2008  Visual Arts  Efflorescence: Marilyn Wheeler,Self glazing pots. It is an odd notion, seems like a contradiction in terms, but after constant experimentation, Marilyn has come up with pots that literally glaze themselves. Efflorescence: a process or time of development or unfolding, Northart Community Arts Centre, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre, North Shore, Daily 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 480 9633 
  11-Oct-2008    Community  Albany Market,Hooton Reserve Carpark, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.00am-12.30pm, Ph 478 3890, 021 275 4735 
  11-Oct-2008    Community  New Zealand Health Industry Awards & Benefit Gala,This prestigious event is being held to honour and acknowledge pioneers and practitioners for their many years of work, research and dedicated service to New Zealanders in the field of natural health, wellbeing and education; and to fundraise for our chosen charity, UNICEF, to support the work they are doing in Papua New Guinea to help the women and children living with HIV and AIDS, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, TBA, Ph 488 2940 
  12-Oct-2008    Community  Special Service to Mark the Giving of the Twelfth Blessing,The Aetherius Society, 269 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead, North Shore, 10.00am, Ph 418 1170 
  12-Oct-2008    Community  Torbay Art & Craft Market,Quality NZ Handmade Crafts, Torbay Village Shops, Beach Road, Torbay, North Shore, 10.00am-2.00pm, Ph 021 0375338 
  15-Oct-2008    Music & Theatre  Love and Laughter,A serious and not so serious look at love! Presented by Operatunity, Windsor Baptist Church, 550 East Coast Road Mairangi Bay, North Shore, $25, Ph 522 0054 
  16-Oct-2008  17-Oct-2008  Community  AUT Graduation,Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 921 9779 
  18-Oct-2008    Community  Albany Market,Hooton Reserve Carpark, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.00am-12.30pm, Ph 478 3890, 021 275 4735 
  18-Oct-2008    Community  Birkenhead Artisan Market,European-style market selling food, unique homewares, jewellery, art and clothing , 110 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead, North Shore, 8.30am-1.00pm, Ph 418 2366 
  18-Oct-2008    Music & Theatre  Falling in Love Again,For one night only, Jennifer Ward-Lealand reprises her cabaret role of Marlene Dietrich which she originally created for The Edge/AK03 Festival Club. Falling in Love Again was devised in collaboration with musical director, Grant Winterburn. Singing highlights from Miss Dietrich's films, concerts and recordings. Jennifer sings songs by Cole Porter, Edith Piaf, Frederic Hollander and Pete Seeger , The PumpHouse, Killarney Park, Takapuna, North Shore, Adult $45, Concession $40, 8.00pm, Ph 489 8360 
  18-Oct-2008    Community  Stanley Bay School Gigantic Toy & Garage Sale,Stanley Bay School, Russell Street, Devonport, North Shore, 8.00am-11.00am, Ph 445 2510, 446 6931 (for items to donate) 
  18-Oct-2008  31-Oct-2008  Visual Arts  Three Contemporary Printmakers,Three printmakers, Philippa Bentley, Susan Haywood Smith and Annie Smits Sandano exhibit their latest work. Inspired by New Zealand symbols of strength and beauty. Photographs of this work will feature here closer to the exhibition date. , Art Of This World Gallery, Shop 1, 1 Queens Parade, Devonport, North Shore, Daily 10.00am-5.00pm, Ph 446 0926 
  19-Oct-2008    Music & Theatre  Midge Marsden & Hammond Gamble: From the Bluff to the 90 Mile,What depression? Carry your blues away with two of New Zealand's finest blues and root masters...Midge Marsden & Hammond Gamble as they tour the length of the country. Each artist performs a selection of his finest and most loved songs in back to back full length sets with a combined encore that will bring the house down, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, $50-$55, 7.30pm, Ph 970 9700 
  19-Oct-2008    Music & Theatre  St George's Community Arts Committee's 6th Winter Concert 2008,The Celtic World of Music with 'Tamlin' Celtic Band. Performing with violin, whistle, bodhran, Hummelchen bagpipes, recorders, bouzouki and vocals. Tamlin will present music from Galacia, Britian, France, Brittany, Sweden and Finland, St George's Church, 2 The Terrace, Takapuna, North Shore, $5 by donation, 2.00pm, Ph 489 5689 
  19-Oct-2008    Music & Theatre  Vintage Jazz Band,Takapuna Boating Club Hall, Sir Peter Blake Parade, Bayswater, North Shore, 7.30pm-10.00pm, Ph 534 9805 
  22-Oct-2008    Visual Arts  Earth, Wind & Sky: North Shore City Art Awards Evening 2008,Guest Selectors Christopher Johnstone & Di Smallfield. $4000 North Shore City Council Premier Award. Artists are invited to submit 2D Artwork. Entry forms are available from the Mairangi Arts Centre, from the website or by phone. Entries close 26 September., Mairangi Arts Centre, 20 Hastings Road, Mairangi Bay, North Shore, 5.00pm-8.00pm, Ph 478 2237 
  23-Oct-2008    Community  North Shore Hospice Dinner & Fashion Show,Harcourts presents: North Shore Charity Fashion Spectacular. REAL STYLE...for REAL people...from Dawn to Dusk! Over 40 and loving it! This is more than a fashion show; its an extravaganza of the latest fashion collections, designer trends and celebrity style. Proceeds to North Shore Hospice, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, 7.00pm, Ph 486 1688 
  23-Oct-2008  15-Nov-2008  Visual Arts  Earth, Wind & Sky: North Shore City Art Awards Exhibition 2008,Mairangi Arts Centre, 20 Hastings Road, Mairangi Bay, North Shore, Ph 478 2237 
  25-Oct-2008    Community  Albany Market,Hooton Reserve Carpark, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.00am-12.30pm, Ph 478 3890, 021 275 4735 
  25-Oct-2008    Sport & Leisure  NABBA NZ National Championships,National Body Building Association. , Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 356 1570 
  28-Oct-2008    Sport & Leisure  Soccer: FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup New Zealand 2008: Opening Ceremony & Match 1,North Harbour Stadium, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 7.00pm, Ph 0800 STADIUM (0800 782348) 
  29-Oct-2008    Sport & Leisure  Soccer: FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup New Zealand 2008: Denmark v Colombia,North Harbour Stadium, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 12.00pm, Ph 0800 STADIUM (0800 782348) 
  01-Nov-2008    Sport & Leisure  Soccer: FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup New Zealand 2008: Colombia v CONCACAF A; New Zealand v Denmark,North Harbour Stadium, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, 1.00pm & 4.00pm, Ph 0800 STADIUM (0800 782348) 
  01-Nov-2008  04-Nov-2008  Sport & Leisure  Lacrosse: Kiwi Cup Tournament,The Kiwi Cup is an Invitational Women's Lacrosse Tournament featuring international club teams, university and college teams, and members of the New Zealand Women's Squad. Teams will play at least 4 games in round robin format with top teams progressing on to the finals, Crown Relocations Stadium, Paul Matthews Drive, Albany, North Shore, All day event, over four days, Ph - 
  01-Nov-2008  23-Nov-2008  Visual Arts  The Pre-Christmas $100 (or less) Show,A cash and carry exhibition of high quality original works of art and craft all for $100 or less: pottery, wood, glass, textile, art, embroidery, bead work, weaving, jewellery, knitting, small prints, paintings and photographs, Northart Community Arts Centre, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre, North Shore, Daily 10.00am-4.00pm, Ph 480 9633 
  01-Nov-2008  30-Nov-2008  Visual Arts  Waiake Art Group Exhibition,Originally a group of art class orphans, the Waiake Art Group is a small group of experienced amateur painters, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 488 2940 
  02-Nov-2008    Sport & Leisure  Adidas Auckland Marathon,King Edward Parade, Devonport is the start of the Full and Half Marathon. Finish Victoria Park, Auckland City, King Edward Parade, Devonport, North Shore, 6.30am, Ph 415 0617 
  02-Nov-2008    Sport & Leisure  All Star Cheerleaders,All Star Cheerleaders presents the fifth annual New Zealand All Star Cheer and Dance National Championships. Cheerleaders and dancers from around the country will compete in this exciting event to see who claims the title of the New Zealand champions, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, TBA, Ph 488 2940 
  02-Nov-2008    Community  Heritage Day: Celebrating Everything Old,Bric-a-Brac and Art and Craft stalls, Lake House Centre, Fred Thomas Drive, Takapuna, North Shore, 11.00am-4.00pm, Ph 486 4877 
  02-Nov-2008    Community  Summer in the Bays,Browns Bay Beachfront, Browns Bay, North Shore, 4.00pm-7.00pm, Ph 478 4301 
  03-Nov-2008    Music & Theatre  Morning Melodies,The Royal New Zealand Navy Band present another hour of favourites, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, Ph 488 2940 
  05-Nov-2008    Music & Theatre  APO: Tea & Symphony Concert 3,The last of three hour-long concerts offers you an afternoon break of exquisite music, featuring the world's finest artists. Mozart: Flute Concerto in D, Kodaly: Dances of Galanta. Liszt: Mephisto Waltz No. 2. Flute Soloist: Catherine Bowie. Conductor: Lionel Bringuier, Bruce Mason Centre, Cnr Hurstmere Road & The Promenade, Takapuna, North Shore, $35, Student $10, 2.00pm-3.00pm, Ph 623 1052 
  05-Nov-2008    Sport & Leisure  Soccer: FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup New Zealand 2008: CONCACAF 1 v France; England v Korea Republic,North Harbour Stadium, Oteha Valley Road, Albany, North Shore, Ph 0800 STADIUM (0800 782348) 
  07-Nov-2008  16-Nov-2008  Visual Arts  NZ Sculpture Onshore 2008,A biennial exhibition of the work of major New Zealand sculptors. The works of over 100 artists are on public view and for sale during the 10 day exhibition, with proceeds donated to Friends of Women's Refuges, Fort Takapuna Historic Reserve, Devonport, North Shore, Ph - 
  08-Nov-2008    Visual Arts  Creative Abilities: Wearable Art Fashion Show,A night not to be missed! Full buffet dinner - entertainment - art auction, Spencer on Byron Hotel, 9-17 Byron Avenue, Takapuna, North Shore, $65, 6.30pm, Ph 444 0608 
  08-Nov-2008  22-Nov-2008  Music & Theatre  Nunsense: The Comedy Musical,Presented by North Shore Music Theatre. Nunsense begins when the Little Sisters of Hoboken discover that their cook, Sister Julia, Child of God, has accidentally poisoned 52 of the sisters, and they are in dire need of funds for the burials. The sisters decide that the best way to raise money is to put on a variety show. Featuring star turns, tap and ballet dancing, an audience quiz, and comic surprises, this show will become an international phenomenon, The PumpHouse, Killarney Park, Takapuna, North Shore, Adult $32, Senior $25, Group Concession (10+) $25, Child $20, Evenings 8.00pm, Matinees Saturday 2.00pm & Sunday 4.00pm. No shows on Monday, Ph 486 8360 
  08-Nov-2008  26-Nov-2008  Visual Arts  Silk: Deconstructed, Reconstructed,Philippa Lowry. In this exhibition, silks in their many forms, fibre, thread and fabric have been deconstructed, then reconstructed by shredding, cutting, painting, layerin