http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/whatson/ There's a lot happening in North Shore City and our What's On guide covers the latest sports, culture and leisure events. en-nz Thu, 17 May 2012 19:56:31 GMT actionline@northshorecity.govt.nz actionline@northshorecity.govt.nz http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16754/event/ Young and old are welcome to join us for a fun night of strategy board games,laughter and relaxation. BYO drinks and a snack to share. Games: Tantrix, Hive, Gobble, Pentago, Stonewall, Abalone, Kogworks and more! Will add more games on request. 2012-04-03-16754-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16713/event/ In their first exhibition of sculptural bronzes and paintings, Matthew and Anneke showcase the fringes of expression, the inner and outer, the rough and smooth, the stay or go. 2012-05-15-16713-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16712/event/ These works reflect Denice's on-going interest in the colours and texures of the New Zealand environment. From the blues of the oceans to silica patinas of the volcanic plateau. 2012-05-08-16712-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16795/event/ Another hilarious comedy by Devon Williamson Directed by Annette Happy Five menopausal women are lured to a motel by a kidnapper who has seriously under estimated his prey. A weekend of madness and mayhem follows as the women seize control and marry the kidnapper off to one of the group. *********************************************************************** Thursday 17th May 8 pm - Opening Night. All seats $15 Friday 18th May 8 pm - Adults $25, Concession $18 Saturday 19th May 8 pm - Saturday special. All seats $15 Sunday 20th May 2 pm - Adults $25, Concession $18 Monday 21st May - No performance Tuesday 22nd May 8 pm - Adults $25, Concession $18 Wednesday 23rd May 8 pm - Adults $25, Concession $18 Thursday 24th May 8 pm - Adults $25, Concession $18 Friday 25th May 8 pm - Adults $25, Concession $18 Saturday 26th May - Sold Out 2012-05-17-16795-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16767/event/ Soup served afterwards. 2012-05-18-16767-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16843/event/ New Zealand's most famous jazz musician and saxophonist is to perform @ the Vic on Friday 18th May 8pm. Nathan will perform live his stunning new acoustic quartet recording "The Poet's Embrace" in its entirety for this very special evening concert. Joining Nathan will be Kevin Field, one of the New Zealand's finest pianists and a long-term collaborator of Haines, plus acoustic bassist Ben Turua and drummer Steve Thomas. Last year Nathan played to a sold-out audience at London's legendary Ronnie Scotts Jazz Club, so catch this very special concert while you can. 2012-05-18-16843-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16821/event/ Programme includes: The Balzats - Acoustic Band The Dragons Breath - Octet Kent Isomura - Pianist Shauno Isomura - Violinist Harold Laughton - Bass Baritone Mary Livingston - Mezzo Soprano North Shore Male Choir Compere Larry Robbins OBE **Refreshments provided** 2012-05-20-16821-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16820/event/ This concert features Michael C.W. Bell He is presently resident organist and composer at St Matthews-in-the-city, and has performed with many choirs and orchestras in the Auckland Region. Michael has established a unique art of classical improvisation in Keyboard playing, which enables him to create an improvised variation around any musical theme. This talented and popular organist and composer will be presenting a programme including music from J.S.Bach, Schubert, Mozart and Bell. Afternoon tea will be served. 2012-05-20-16820-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16833/event/ ...with Lindsay Meech on cornet. Come along for a relaxed evening of New Orleans traditional jazz. The Vintage Jazz Band musicians are amongst some of the best in New Zealand. We have a cash bar available. Club membership is $20 a year. Door Sales Only 2012-05-20-16833-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16837/event/ Painting - Sculpture - Photography: Gallery 1/2/3 Painting, sculpture & photography by Kerry Aitken, Elaine Barry Conway, Jude Graveson, Juliette Laird, Carolyn Lawrence, Meiling Lee, Sandy Littlejohns-Clark, Robin Ranga, Linda Roche, Serene Thain, Raewyn Whaley, & Carolyn Williams. 2012-05-21-16837-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16841/event/ Australian ukulele led variety. Free tea, coffee & milo! 2012-05-21-16841-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16714/event/ A group exhibition of people who paint together at Lake House Arts Centre. Featuring Barbara Barrow, Ruth Miller, Erica Canning, Margery Price, Val Carter, Lorna Mole, Maureen Langford, Daphne Feary, Sue Mcinman and Jan Hawkins. 2012-05-22-16714-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16844/event/ Jazz Quartet 2012-05-24-16844-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16839/event/ Bayswater School invites you to a Bingo Bonanza to help fundraise for their year 5 & 6 camp. There will be 10 rounds of Bingo and each round has a prize pack worth $50 or more. Look out for the super bingo $100 cash prize! ***Cash Bar***Food for sale***Free tea & coffee*** 2012-05-25-16839-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16640/event/ Soup served afterwards. 2012-05-25-16640-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16838/event/ Photography Exhibition - Gallery 5 As part of the Auckland Festival of Photography (Fringe), Edward Howie and Brodie explore 'paradise' as a fluid subjective idea, through their photographic essay of China (Quinn) and Colombia (Howie). 2012-05-27-16838-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16840/event/ The Victoria Theatre Trust, a charitable trust which was formed six years ago to save the theatre is committed to refurbishing the Victoria Theatre and has completed part one of its refurbishment plan to date. The long-term plan is for a complete restoration of the theatre, including seismic strengthening and heritage renovation. This will be funded through applications to principle funding agencies but in the meantime the VTT will need to demonstrate that the Vic is a viable and thriving part of the community. The Trust is delighted that the theatre is now an integral part of the Devonport and Auckland cultural landscape and thank you for your support. 2012-05-28-16840-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16829/event/ Join us at our friendship group … • Learn about Kiwi culture • Find out how local services can help you to settle in NZ • Love to eat? Bring a small plate of finger food to share • Meet others, make new friends and have fun Everyone welcome – bring your friends and family along No need to book! 2012-05-30-16829-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16830/event/ Join us at our friendship group … • Learn about Kiwi culture • Find out how local services can help you to settle in NZ • Love to eat? Bring a small plate of finger food to share • Meet others, make new friends and have fun Everyone welcome – bring your friends and family along No need to book! 2012-05-30-16830-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16571/event/ Take the variety of vibrant music from Italy and mix it into one exciting concert full of popular Italian songs and opera celebrating this wonderfully colourful country. 2012-05-30-16571-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16764/event/ Toastmaster is the best way to build great communication skills. Conquer your fear of public speaking. Come along to your first meeting as a guest. 2012-05-31-16764-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16695/event/ UFOs - The Spiritual Dimension. 2012-05-31-16695-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16823/event/ Folk in the Church with Tamlin. Tamlin is an Auckland based ensemble with an electric repertoire and musical approach. This concert will take the audience on an entertaining folk - musical journey across Galicia, Ireland, Scotland, England, France, Brittany, Sweden and Finland. A fascinating array of authentic instruments will be played by Greg Whitcombe (accordion, hurdy-gurdy, guitar, bouzouki, and vocals), Linda Whitcombe (violin, whistles and bodhran), Jack Bramah (Galician Hummelchen bagpipes, recorders, whistles and percussion),and Cameron Bennett (dobro slide guitar). 2012-06-02-16823-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16683/event/ Drop in your clean, pre-loved clothing, shoes and accessories at 10.30am. We look forward to seeing all you lovely ladies and gentlemen walk away with big smiles and bargains - squabbling is optional! On every first Sunday of each month. 2012-06-03-16683-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16716/event/ Celebrating 21 years of Calligraphy - Calligraphers and Book Artists. 2012-06-04-16716-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16726/event/ A social time with a cuppa and a chat. A great chance to get to know your neighbours. First Monday of each month. 2012-06-04-16726-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16570/event/ Take the variety of vibrant music from Italy and mix it into one exciting concert full of popular Italian songs and opera celebrating this wonderfully colourful country. 2012-06-06-16570-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16717/event/ Guest photographer, still to be announced. 2012-06-12-16717-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16718/event/ A contemporary intersecion of colonial technique and indigenous fibres. Hand crafted and hand-embroidered wall-mounted Maori kakahu incorporating harakeke and vintage fabrics. 2012-06-12-16718-TNS http://www.tourismnorthshore.org.nz/id/16831/event/ Join us at our friendship group … • Learn about Kiwi culture • Find out how local services can help you to settle in NZ • Love to eat? Bring a small plate of finger food to share • Meet others, make new friends and have fun Everyone welcome – bring your friends and family along No need to book! 2012-06-13-16831-TNS