Festivals & Lifestyle
Find out what Festivals & Lifestyle events are on in Hawke's Bay, Napier, Hastings, Central Hawke's Bay and Wairoa.
April 2018
School Holiday Art Days for Kids
Join us for some free school holiday art fun!
Drop in with your kids these school holidays to do some fun and engaging art activities based on the current exhibitions. All day at the gallery for kids and their adults – just drop in and create!
Free, no booking required.
Also running on...
Date: Tuesday 24 April
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Scrabble Club
Meets in the Activities Area of the Hastings Library every Tuesday 1pm - 4:30pm.
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659, or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 24 April to Tuesday 3 July
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Make Create Do for Teens - Anime Afternoon
Join us in watching a Studio Ghibli classic anime film while taste-testing Japanese snacks.
Ages 13 – 18 yrs.
Date: Tuesday 24 April
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
25 April
25 April is an innovative feature documentary created to bring the story of the New Zealand experience at Gallipoli (Turkey) to life for a modern audience through a reimagined world.
Using graphic novel-like animation, 25 April brings First World War experiences out of the usual black-and-white...
Date: Wednesday 25 April
Where: MTG Century Theatre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Knitting (And Crochet) Group
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings U3A Mah Jong Group
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Wednesdays at 10:30am for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Animates Napier – School Holiday Activities
Looking for something free to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? Animates has you covered!
These School Holidays Animates will be running two activity sessions where your children can learn everything there is to know about rabbits, guinea pigs, rats and mice.
All participants...
Date: Thursday 26 April
Where: Animates - Napier, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Animates Hastings - School Holiday Activities
Looking for something free to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? Animates has you covered!
These School Holidays Animates will be running two activity sessions where your children can learn everything there is to know about rabbits, guinea pigs, rats and mice.
All participants...
Date: Thursday 26 April
Where: Animates - Hastings, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Unplugged - A Repeat
Join us for an afternoon of unplugged gaming. Board games, twister, scrabble & cards. All ages.
We may take photographs or video footage during events that may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 26 April
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
May the Fourth (Almost) Be With You!
Join us between 4-6pm on the 26th of April at Hastings Library for a celebration of all things Star Wars!
- Crafts – DIY Lightsaber!
- Games – Pin the Belt on Chewbacca!
- Star Wars Family Feud!
- Star Wars Quiz using Kahoot!
Register online at http://bit.ly/2GNCJfX – there are...
Date: Thursday 26 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Stampin It
Join us in turning everyday objects into stamps and create some inkcredible artworks. Suitable for all ages.
We may take photographs or video footage during events that may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Friday 27 April
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bingo
Everyone loves a good game of Bingo. Join us to show us how good you are. Suitable 5+.
We may take photographs or video footage during events that may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Friday 27 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Made In Wairoa Farmers Market
The Made in Wairoa Farmers Market is a place where Wairoa produce growers, artisan producers and artists can sell their wares to visitors to the market.
Date: Saturday 28 April
Where: Write Price Car Park, Wairoa, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Rides for Fred
Charity event:
Childrens tours aboard the Hawkes Bay Express on Saturday the 28th April on behalf of Fred, a child Fighting Phelan-McDermid syndrome.
30 minute tours every half hour from 10 am to 1 pm departing and finishing at the Napier i-site on Marine Parade.
Buy your tickets either in...
Date: Saturday 28 April
Where: Napier i-SITE, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
International Tabletop Day
Come along to the International Tabeltop Day at Hastings Library!
Proudly hosted by the Hawke's Bay Geek Guild, this free event is is family friendly. Come along and learn to play a game from their large collection.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes...
Date: Saturday 28 April
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay Taylor Hawks - Meet The Team
Meet the Hawke’s Bay Taylor Hawks at Arataki Honey Visitor Centre.
Test Your Skills
With the whole team here, a hoop to show off your skills and prizes to be won.
It will be a morning you don’t want to miss!
Fancy dress competition, prize draw & spot prizes to be won.
Date: Saturday 28 April
Where: Arataki Honey Visitor Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Black Barn Bistro x Dante Moren Asado Lunch
Argentine Chefs Daniel Pistone (Black Barn Bistro) and Dante Moren (The Royal Hotel, Featherston) come together to put on a Open fire (Asado) Sunday lunch which will be adapted to New Zealand produce and conditions. The entire feast will be cooked outside over open wood fire which will start with...
Date: Sunday 29 April
Where: Black Barn Bistro, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Sundays at 2pm for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Sunday 29 April to Sunday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Minecraft Club - Havelock North
Do you love gaming? Are you a fan of Minecraft? Then come along to our Minecraft Club sessions where you can collaborate with other like-minded gamers, swap tips and get creative in weekly theme challenges!
Suitable for ages 5+ and all skill levels.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Monday 30 April to Monday 2 July
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
May 2018
Bakers Club
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library on the first Tuesday of each month from 10:30am to 11:30am to share your baking experiences and recipes. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 4 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Scrabble Club
Meets in the Activities Area of the Hastings Library every Tuesday 1pm - 4:30pm.
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659, or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 24 April to Tuesday 3 July
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Teen Book Club
(Term time only).
Ages 12+ are welcome.
Join us for library fun and friendship in the Sir James Wattie Memorial Room upstairs. Snacks and drinks are provided!
For more information contact: Hastings Library - Phone. 06 871 5000 or email - libraries@hdc.govt.nz
We may take photographs or...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 13 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Knitting (And Crochet) Group
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings U3A Mah Jong Group
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Wednesdays at 10:30am for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Thursdays at 10:30am for a fun storytime and craft session in the Flaxmere Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events...
Date: Thursday 3 May to Thursday 26 July
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Young At Heart
A club at Havelock North Library for older adults, with monthly activities and presenting new books.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 3 May to Thursday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Marineland Street Rods
A Festival not to be missed. Our annual fun filled day for the family. Over 600 Hot Rods and Classic cars and bikes to look at, come along and display your pride and joy, see the local car and bike club displays.
As well for entertainment throughout the day we will have our infamous car drop...
Date: Sunday 6 May
Where: Meeanee Speedway, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Sundays at 2pm for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Sunday 29 April to Sunday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Minecraft Club - Havelock North
Do you love gaming? Are you a fan of Minecraft? Then come along to our Minecraft Club sessions where you can collaborate with other like-minded gamers, swap tips and get creative in weekly theme challenges!
Suitable for ages 5+ and all skill levels.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Monday 30 April to Monday 2 July
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Ice Skate Tour
Be prepared for a cool but not cold ice skating experience.
The Ice Skate Tour travels around New Zealand with state of the art, artificial ice rinks. They look like ice and have 97 percent same gliding capacity as natural ice. Surrounded by an inflatable boarding and helmets + gloves provided...
Date: Thursday 10 May to Sunday 20 May
Where: Havelock North Primary School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Beach House Winery Mother's Day Fundraiser
A relaxing afternoon of live music, award winning wines, craft beers and cider, pizza, gourmet burgers, cupcakes, friends and family.
Helping to raise money for the World U17 mounted games team to represent NZ in August in Belgium. Silent auctions of a selection of top quality products. Wine...
Date: Sunday 13 May
Where: Beach House Winery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
A Mother's Day Celebration
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how you will indulge that special mother of yours. This year why not replace the traditional flowers and card and delight her with something extra special. With this in mind, Orton Tailored Cuisine are proud to present...
Date: Sunday 13 May
Where: The Old Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mothers Lament
A special service for all mums that have lost children and for women who yearn to be a mum.
Everyone is welcome.
Bring a flower to release at the end of the service in memory of your loved ones.
Inquiries 021 231 4371.
(This event is at the Auckland Road end) near the bridge over the...
Date: Sunday 13 May
Where: Anderson Park, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Art for Tots
Book in now for a fun and playful art experience for your under-five year old inspired by the artworks on exhibition. Booking required due to limited spaces, koha welcome.
Call 06 871 5095 or email - elhams@hdc.govt.nz.
Date: Monday 14 May
Where: Hastings City Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wine Books and More
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided.
We may take...
Date: Tuesday 15 May to Tuesday 18 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay Better Home & Living Show
Get tomorrow's ideas today! With over 120 exhibitors, 'Ask an Expert' sessions, latest trends, innovations and exclusive show specials it’s the place to be for solutions for sustainable homes, gardens and better living.
Enter for your chance to win the fantastic show prize. Check out the new...
Date: Friday 18 May to Sunday 20 May
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay Fabric Hoarders Social Sewing
This is a group for sewers, dressmakers, quilters and fabricaholics.
We love beautiful fabric and making things out of it for ourselves, our friends and our families. We'd like to inspire and be inspired by others who share our passion, find out about fabric-related activities and sew together...
Date: Sunday 20 May to Sunday 16 December
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
2018 Hawkes Bay Career Expo
The only event to guide you on your future.
An interactive expo where all pathways for future students are able to be discovered. Speak directly to providers and people associated or to be involved with your vision. Including academic, business and industry enhancers and connectors.
potential...
Date: Tuesday 22 May to Wednesday 23 May
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
June 2018
Wairoa Maori Film Festival 2018
Nau Mai! Nau Mai! Haere Mai! Wairoa Maori Film Festival 2018!
Join us for the 13th annual Wairoa Maori Film Festival, to be held at Kahungunu Marae (War Memorial Hall), Nuhaka, and Gaiety Theatre. Wairoa, from Friday, June 1 to Monday, June 4.
We have a full weekend of films in Nuhaka, and an...
Date: Friday 1 June to Monday 4 June
Where: Kahungunu Marae, Wairoa, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Unleash the Forbidden
Looking for an unforgettable evening filled with outstanding wines, flavoursome canapes, and a warm, inviting atmosphere bursting with excitement and laughter? That experience is waiting for you here at Elephant Hill Winery and Restaurant.
Join us at The Weiss Family’s Lodge for an intimate...
Date: Friday 1 June to Friday 8 June
Where: Elephant Hill - The Lodge, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Fine Wines of New Zealand Dinner
A world-class food and wine experience featuring Hawkes Bay’s great wines, matched with local produce served by two of New Zealand’s best chefs, Josh Emett & Casey McDonald.
5.30pm – A walk around tasting in the Craggy Range Winery, featuring all of the Hawkes Bay wines that are featured...
Date: Friday 1 June
Where: Craggy Range, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Sin City 2
Are you a sinner? For one indulgent evening, escape from reality and into the previously forbidden venue in the depths of Napier’s historic Art Deco Masonic hotel. Immerse yourself in culinary mystery, where the Seven Deadly Sins will come out to play in an out-of-the-box degustation crafted by...
Date: Friday 1 June
Where: Emporium Eatery & Bar, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Dining at Downton
Have you ever marvelled at the magnificent meals and sumptuous spreads on Downton Abbey?
Now is your chance to be a part of gourmet grandeur as we recreate Mrs Patmore's remarkable dishes at Ormlie Lodge. Dress as your favourite character (Sybil, Edith, Grantham) from Edwardian to Art Deco, and...
Date: Friday 1 June
Where: Ormlie, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Keeping up with the Kanagaratnams
We love collaborations with friends and Keeping up with the Kanagaratnams is no exception. Rob Kanagaratnam and Trace Eales have been love-you-long-time friends since university days and are staunch supporters of our wine.
Join us for a night of masterful Sri Lankan curries, Rod's wines, tall...
Date: Friday 1 June
Where: Rod McDonald Wines at Te Awanga Estate, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Michael Meredith, Cooking Demonstration and Lunch
Come to Sileni Estates Winery and let one of New Zealand’s finest chefs, Michael Meredith, take you on a journey of creativity and passion through Hawke’s Bay cuisine with a winter twist.
Michael will be focusing on winter produce that is grown or produced right here in Hawke’s bay and...
Date: Saturday 2 June
Where: Sileni Estates Winery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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F.A.W.C! Funky Fondue Mid-Winter Christmas Party
Deck the halls and get ready to celebrate the silly season early at The Urban Winery. What better way to get into the festive spirit than a night of cheese and good cheer? Get a generous serving of both at this mid-winter Christmas party when Andrew and Alice from The Good Table will introduce our...
Date: Saturday 2 June
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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Wairoa Māori Film Awards Gala 2018
Nau Mai! Nau Mai! Haere Mai!
Join us at the Wairoa Māori Film Awards Gala!
With live music, short films and awards presentations, this year's awards gala focuses on the musical and film talent coming out of Wairoa. Join us for a night of entertainment, glamour and excitement on the red...
Date: Saturday 2 June
Where: The Gaiety Theatre, Wairoa, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Three Little Pigs
Meat lovers, get ready to sink your teeth into ‘this little piggy’ at one of Hawke’s Bay’s leading restaurants.
Graeme Miles, head chef at Mission Estate Winery, will ‘go the whole hog’, when he plates up a succulent, meaty menu for the more adventurous carnivore, using cheek,...
Date: Saturday 2 June
Where: Mission Estate Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Eat your Lunch with Michael Meredith
Join Orton Tailored Cuisine and one of New Zealand’s most creative chefs, Michael Meredith, as they team up with Nourished for Nil, a local food rescue enterprise, to bring to you an exciting menu with a cause.
This distinctive menu designed by Michael, will be based on food that has been...
Date: Sunday 3 June
Where: The Old Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Sundays at 2pm for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Sunday 29 April to Sunday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Church Road – A Sensory Journey
Have you ever considered how your senses and surroundings impact your glass of wine?
See, smell, taste and touch your way through a thought provoking sensory journey with Chris Scott, Church Road Chief Winemaker. Arriving at the home of Church Road, you’ll be welcomed with a glass of...
Date: Sunday 3 June
Where: Church Road Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Some Girls
Grab your gal pals, don your dancing shoes, and get ready to rock out with Mister D and "Some Girls" in a night of musical extravaganza. Experience delicious food and sweet tunes from the Rolling Stones 1978 album, "Some Girls".
Treat yourself to a three-course dinner inspired by our favourite...
Date: Sunday 3 June
Where: Mister D, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Minecraft Club - Havelock North
Do you love gaming? Are you a fan of Minecraft? Then come along to our Minecraft Club sessions where you can collaborate with other like-minded gamers, swap tips and get creative in weekly theme challenges!
Suitable for ages 5+ and all skill levels.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Monday 30 April to Monday 2 July
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bakers Club
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library on the first Tuesday of each month from 10:30am to 11:30am to share your baking experiences and recipes. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 4 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Scrabble Club
Meets in the Activities Area of the Hastings Library every Tuesday 1pm - 4:30pm.
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659, or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 24 April to Tuesday 3 July
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Knitting (And Crochet) Group
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings U3A Mah Jong Group
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Wednesdays at 10:30am for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Thursdays at 10:30am for a fun storytime and craft session in the Flaxmere Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events...
Date: Thursday 3 May to Thursday 26 July
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Young At Heart
A club at Havelock North Library for older adults, with monthly activities and presenting new books.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 3 May to Thursday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Piku's Winter Izakaya
It’s well recognised that Hawke’s Bay is overflowing with the freshest produce, and for Piku at Red Barrel’s winter menu launch, we have sourced only the finest to bring to you a variety of scintillating dishes.
The perfect excuse to gather together with friends and family, our menu...
Date: Thursday 7 June to Thursday 21 June
Where: Red Barrel Vineyard, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! CRIOLLO
CRIOLLO - commonly associated with Latin Americans who are of full or near full Spanish descent.
Head chef Daniel Pistone and Black Barn Bistro invites you for a delectable shared experience. Showcasing traditional Argentinian cuisine and their rich heritage and love for food and gatherings. Get...
Date: Friday 8 June
Where: Black Barn Bistro, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Winemaker vs Chef - The Ultimate Ego Challenge
It’s an encounter of epic proportions!
Start off the evening on the perfect note by wrapping your hand around a glass of the finest wine before proceeding to the winery for canapés and a wine discussion with the winemaker. It gets even better from here, sit-back for an extraordinary...
Date: Friday 8 June
Where: Linden Estate Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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F.A.W.C! Clearview Estate's Spanish Fiesta Dinner
Get set for a Spanish fiesta like none other! Join us for an exciting evening celebrating the Spanish and Barcelona heritage of Antonio Joseph Vidal, the first grape grower and wine maker on the Clearview Estate site, and celebrating a century of growing grapes and wine making on our unique coastal...
Date: Friday 8 June to Saturday 9 June
Where: Clearview Estate Winery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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F.A.W.C! Origin of the Underdog
It’s a battle of the regions as we take three international varietals made at Te Awa Winery and compare and contrast them with their region of origin.
You’ll be sampling and savouring Te Awa Winery’s Albarino and comparing it to Albarine from Galicia, Malbec next to Malbec from Cahors, and...
Date: Friday 8 June
Where: Te Awa Winery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Gut Health Workshop
We all know that diet is key to living a nourishing and healthy life. However, sometimes it’s not always easy to know how to put knowledge into practice! Join us for a workshop and learn how to introduce fermented foods and drinks into your diet.
These foods are full of healthy probiotic...
Date: Friday 8 June
Where: Village Green Cafe, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Art of Pasta
Farmhouse kitchen has invited Danny Brown from Danny's Pasta to share his passion about making handcrafted artistic authentic Italian Tortellini’s and Ravioli's, delicate parcels filled with beautiful handmade Homemade Ricotta Cheese or Farmhouse Kitchen Slow Cooked Beef. Learn from the master as...
Date: Saturday 9 June to Saturday 23 June
Where: Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Tastes among the Tanks
Monowai Estate is again teaming up with renowned chef Kent Baddeley to bring you the delicious taste sensations of delightful local, seasonal fare matched with Monowai’s range of premium wines. Set at the heart of it all, in the cellar at Monowai Estate which is found up in the hills, the only...
Date: Saturday 9 June
Where: Monowai Estate, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Old vs New
An impressive one-off collaboration between leading chef Francky Godinho (St Georges Restaurant) and Ash Ridge Winery will see the oldies battle it out against the youngsters when Old Vintage takes on New Vintage, modern wine vs. traditional.
Savour a specially prepared four-course dinner with...
Date: Saturday 9 June
Where: St Georges Restaurant, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Medieval Feast
With the winter chill setting in, it’s only beginning to heat up at Crab Farm Winery.
Bring a hearty appetite and hunker down next to a roaring fire, while you tuck into a true medieval feast. The talented team are ready to serve up many winter favourites in this rustic buffet - lamb shanks,...
Date: Saturday 9 June
Where: Crab Farm Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Twenty - One - Twelve The Rising
Explore 21:12, the flagship wine of Paritua Winery, on a special afternoon where Chief Winemaker Jason Stent will be providing fascinating insight into the crafting of this stellar wine. You will be experiencing the rare opportunity to bottle and label this icon wine yourself and having these wines...
Date: Sunday 10 June to Saturday 16 June
Where: Paritua Vineyards, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Salu Salo: A Journey to Philippine Asian Dishes
Mabuhay! Kamusta? Welcome to PAK-Philippine Asian Kitchen! Be surprised with the mind-blowing taste of our chef's creative Pan Asian dishes.
Salu-Salo is a Filipino banquet style. The guests will share the Philippine and Asian cuisine that is bursting with Eastern and Western fusion of flavors....
Date: Sunday 10 June to Sunday 17 June
Where: PAK Philippine Asian Kitchen, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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F.A.W.C! Spice Wars between The Good Table and Bareknuckle
Get ready to rumble… In one corner, we have The Good Table, and in the other is Bareknuckle BBQ, fighting it out for ultimate Spice Wars Champion where the spices of the Deep South will be pitted against the Silk Road spices of the Middle East.
Two chefs. Five ingredients. 10 dishes. You’ll...
Date: Sunday 10 June
Where: Bareknuckle Yard, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Read more » - F.A.W.C! Spice Wars between The Good Table and Bareknuckle
Hastings Teen Book Club
(Term time only).
Ages 12+ are welcome.
Join us for library fun and friendship in the Sir James Wattie Memorial Room upstairs. Snacks and drinks are provided!
For more information contact: Hastings Library - Phone. 06 871 5000 or email - libraries@hdc.govt.nz
We may take photographs or...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 13 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Harcourts Hastings City Night Market - Matariki Night Market
Join us as the Hastings CBD Mall is transformed into an exciting evening destination for the whole family with six incredible themed Night Markets.
Live music, craft stalls and your favourite food trucks, there’s something for everyone!
Date: Thursday 14 June
Where: Hastings Clock Tower, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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F.A.W.C! Shake off the Winter Blues, A New Orleans Party
Let us transport you to another world with our rendition of the New Orleans Mardi Gras festival.
Offering a variety of Southern soul foods plus delicious cocktails, there’s a taste sensation for everyone. Not to mention a sure to be knee slapping performance from Napier's own The Dave Atkin...
Date: Friday 15 June
Where: The Old Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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F.A.W.C! Take a Taste of Tomorrow
Indulge in a taste of tomorrow as the students and tutors from EIT Chef Cookery Programmes are set to dazzle guests as they skilfully plate up a six-course dinner.
Each course will be designed and crafted by an EIT chef tutor and prepared by the students. Each course will have been thoughtfully...
Date: Friday 15 June to Friday 22 June
Where: EIT Scholars Restaurant, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! The 2000 Vintage in Bordeaux, Hawke’s Bay
A blind tasting with Wellington wine-writer Geoff Kelly, with hand-out notes of 12 cabernet / merlot wines from Bordeaux, Hawke’s Bay, Waiheke Island and Coonawarra, all from the 2000 vintage. Robert Parker rates two of the wines at 97 points.
The wines will be:
2000 Alpha Domus Aviator,...
Date: Friday 15 June
Where: Te Awa Winery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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F.A.W.C! Portuguese Roots
If you love our food but are looking for something a bit out-of-the-box, then this is for you! It’s a chance to let your palate and taste buds explore a new cuisine. Fire and passion are the hallmarks of Portuguese cuisine. It's all about cooking over hot coals and branding food with white-hot...
Date: Friday 15 June
Where: St Georges Restaurant, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Bareknuckle Sausage Party
Hawke’s Bay's finest butchers present their sausage!
We'll smoke them...braise them...place them between our buns...stick them in dirty rice. There’ll be black pudding, gravy and mash. You may even get cured! Don't mince around… everybody loves a good sausage. Those who have a starring...
Date: Saturday 16 June
Where: Bareknuckle Yard, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! 007 with The Good Table
2018 marks a very special occasion: the 25th anniversary of Unison Vineyard and 10th anniversary of the current owners, Philip and Terry Horn.
To celebrate, Philip and Terry are hosting a 007 themed dinner, opening their flagship Syrah and Selection from 07.
Get spruced up as your favourite...
Date: Saturday 16 June
Where: Unison Vineyard, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! One Night in Switzerland
We will be serving an array of traditional Swiss dishes to be shared, and offer the option to match them with our Oak Estate Wines.
The event will be held within the rustic charm of our cellar door, which is reminiscent of barns in the Swiss alps.
Ticket includes the following:
$48 include...
Date: Saturday 16 June
Where: Oak Estate Cellar Door & Kitchen, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Liquor Launch
Be some of the first to experience the exquisite Hawkes Ridge cellar door, as we celebrate the opening and the exclusive launch of three reserve wines.
Enjoy a welcome drink along with tastings of Hawkes Ridge’s reserve wines. Tapas will be offered throughout the evening that have been...
Date: Saturday 16 June
Where: Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Feast the Senses with Garage Project
The Urban Winery and Wellington’s Garage Project present to you a three-course culinary delight, designed to indulge all five of the human senses.
This is a unique proposition where an urban brewery meets an urban winery. Garage Project are at the forefront of the craft beer revolution,...
Date: Saturday 16 June
Where: The Urban Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Chefs in Homes
Elephant Hill Winery and Restaurant invites you to join them for an exclusive evening at The Elephant Hill Lodge, where Executive Chef, Ashley Jones, will prepare a sublime seven-course dinner matched with Elephant Hill top range wines.
Perfectly positioned on the hill behind the winery, The...
Date: Saturday 16 June to Saturday 23 June
Where: Elephant Hill - The Lodge, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! 2018 Edible Fashion Awards
Creativity and cuisine come together in the annual extravaganza that is the Edible Fashion Awards.
Showcasing more than 50 stunning edible-inspired creations on the catwalk and incorporating award-winning live entertainment, the Edible Fashion Awards are Hawke's Bay's own spectacular wearable...
Date: Saturday 16 June
Where: Peak Vision Church, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Live Well, Lunch Better for Cranford Hospice
This very special afternoon at The Farm will remind you of what is important in life. Cranford Hospice encourage everyone to ‘Live Every Moment’, and you will be enjoying this lunch more knowing that you are supporting Cranford Hospice, Hawke’s Bay’s specialist palliative care...
Date: Sunday 17 June
Where: The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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Hawke's Bay Fabric Hoarders Social Sewing
This is a group for sewers, dressmakers, quilters and fabricaholics.
We love beautiful fabric and making things out of it for ourselves, our friends and our families. We'd like to inspire and be inspired by others who share our passion, find out about fabric-related activities and sew together...
Date: Sunday 20 May to Sunday 16 December
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Whitebait Supernaturally
Whitebait restaurant in Wellington is one of New Zealand’s most accoladed restaurants. These dinners will feature head chef James Pask and his team preparing a range of exquisite seafood dishes matched with Supernatural Wine Co.’s natural wines.
At Whitebait the dishes are all about the...
Date: Sunday 17 June
Where: Haumoana House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Glorious Syrah: Guigal Hermitage 1983-2009
A blind tasting with Wellington wine-writer Geoff Kelly, with hand-out notes of 12 Syrah wines mostly from the village of Hermitage, Northern Rhone Valley. Seven of the wines will be a vertical of Guigal Hermitage, spanning the years 1983 to 2009. Guigal is a highly-regarded winemaker. In addition...
Date: Sunday 17 June
Where: Te Awa Winery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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Wine Books and More
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided.
We may take...
Date: Tuesday 15 May to Tuesday 18 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Wine Maker’s Dinner with Trinity Hill
Winter Solstice Dinner with Trinity Hill, Wild Game dishes paired with great wines.
Drink on arrival, canapés, sit down, intro by winemaker, first course/ wine match, second course /wine match, third course/ wine match, cheese/wine match, dessert/wine match, Q & A, final words, conclusion of...
Date: Thursday 21 June
Where: Malo Restaurant, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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F.A.W.C! Te Kai o Neherā – The Food of Ancient Times
Nau mai, haere mai, welcome to the Ātea a Rangi – the Celestial Star Compass. Join the Ātea a Rangi Educational Trust in a heated marquee at Waitangi Regional Park to celebrate the winter solstice - the time of Matariki, the Māori new year. Hear the history of Pacific migrations and the foods...
Date: Thursday 21 June
Where: Ātea a Rangi/Celestial Compass, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Read more » - F.A.W.C! Te Kai o Neherā – The Food of Ancient Times
F.A.W.C! All in The Family
It’s a family affair at The Farm at Cape Kidnappers when the three Robertson Lodges Head Chefs - Barry Frith (The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs), James Honore (The Farm at Cape Kidnappers) and Jonathan Rogers (Matakauri Lodge) unite to create a six-course tasting menu matched to Dry River Wines.
The...
Date: Friday 22 June
Where: The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Vine of Brothers
Curated by The Cult Project and Supernatural Wine Co., this is a showcase of natural food and wine focusing on the diverse terroir of the Hawke's Bay region in an environment where diners can try unique food and wines that challenge the status quo and celebrate transparency, sustainability and...
Date: Friday 22 June to Saturday 23 June
Where: Haumoana House, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! The Truffle Trail with the Manse & Sacre Monte
Who doesn’t love truffle, one of the most luxurious ingredients in the world. Start the day with a sniff and scratch at Sacre Monte Truffles, based right here in Hawke’s Bay.
You’ll get in behind their clever truffle hunting dog Bear to forage for your bounty before heading to luxury...
Date: Saturday 23 June to Sunday 24 June
Where: The Manse, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Read more » - F.A.W.C! The Truffle Trail with the Manse & Sacre Monte
F.A.W.C! Toasted
Top foodies from Napier and Hastings will battle it out in the quest to create the ultimate toasted sandwich. Will it be dripping with cheese, packed with pulled pork or chocka with chilli?
Here's the lineup Bareknuckle BBQ, Meximama, Carrs Kitchen, Mamacita, The Picnic and Asian...
Date: Saturday 23 June
Where: Shed 1, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Smoke and Fire with The Good Table
Rug up and join us at Moana Park Winery for an afternoon of smoke and fire - slow cooked over coals in the purpose-built fire pit.
Start the afternoon with a glass of Moana Park Chardonnay and ember-baked Brie with garlic and thyme. Sit around the fire pit and chat with the chefs while they...
Date: Saturday 23 June
Where: Moana Park Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! NZ vs France, Food, Wine and Rugby
Join us at The Old Church for an evening of fine food and footy where you will get to choose from two different menus based on traditional French and Kiwi cuisines whilst immersing yourself in the 3rd and final test match between NZ and France.
With the option to match your 3-course meal...
Date: Saturday 23 June
Where: The Old Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Grass & Gravel: Homage to NZ Beef and Lamb
A 4 course degustation celebrating the best of NZ lamb & Beef. Consisting of 2 lamb and 2 beef dishes paired with a range of beautiful Gimblett Gravels Syrah’s, prepared by our 2018 NZ Beef and Lamb ambassador chef Damon McGinniss. Emporium Eatery & Bar has been awarded the NZ Beef and Lamb...
Date: Saturday 23 June
Where: Art Deco Masonic Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
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F.A.W.C! A Taste of Puketapu
We’re “Keeping it Local” with a four-course meal prepared by the award-winning country pub, The Puketapu, matched with wines from two highly acclaimed and award-winning artisan local Puketapu wine brands, Alchemy and Silverton Estate. Situated in the picturesque Puketapu village, guests will...
Date: Saturday 23 June
Where: The Puketapu, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
F.A.W.C! Bareknuckle BBQ Low n Slow Bootcamp
Come to the Bareknuckle BBQ Bootcamp where you'll eat a kick-ass lunch from the pit, learn the fundamentals of low ‘n slow BBQ cooking and Pit Master Jimmy Macken will show you how to get the most out of your backyard BBQ.
Casual and fun yet packed with info on how to choose your cuts of...
Date: Sunday 24 June
Where: Bareknuckle Yard, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Mid Year Art & Craft Market
From Friday 29 June to Thursday 12 July the Main Gallery at CAN will be transformed into a treasure trove of hand made art and craft goodies, and open daily to the public from 10am – 4pm (2pm on Sundays).
Come and browse, meet your friends and enjoy the arty vibe!
Calling all crafters and...
Date: Friday 29 June to Thursday 12 July
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
The Colliers International Grape Debate
Come along and enjoy a night of great food, great wine and great entertainment at The Colliers International Grape Debate. In its fourth year, we have our first international! Its Australia VS New Zealand and is going to be huge. We have six incredible winemakers battling it out... who does it...
Date: Friday 29 June
Where: Te Awa Winery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
July 2018
Mid Year Art & Craft Market
From Friday 29 June to Thursday 12 July the Main Gallery at CAN will be transformed into a treasure trove of hand made art and craft goodies, and open daily to the public from 10am – 4pm (2pm on Sundays).
Come and browse, meet your friends and enjoy the arty vibe!
Calling all crafters and...
Date: Friday 29 June to Thursday 12 July
Where: Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Sundays at 2pm for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Sunday 29 April to Sunday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Minecraft Club - Havelock North
Do you love gaming? Are you a fan of Minecraft? Then come along to our Minecraft Club sessions where you can collaborate with other like-minded gamers, swap tips and get creative in weekly theme challenges!
Suitable for ages 5+ and all skill levels.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Monday 30 April to Monday 2 July
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bakers Club
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library on the first Tuesday of each month from 10:30am to 11:30am to share your baking experiences and recipes. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 4 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Scrabble Club
Meets in the Activities Area of the Hastings Library every Tuesday 1pm - 4:30pm.
Ring Yvonne on 027 629 6659, or on Joan 878 2418 - or just come along!
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Tuesday 24 April to Tuesday 3 July
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Knitting (And Crochet) Group
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings U3A Mah Jong Group
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Wednesdays at 10:30am for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Flaxmere Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Thursdays at 10:30am for a fun storytime and craft session in the Flaxmere Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events...
Date: Thursday 3 May to Thursday 26 July
Where: Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Young At Heart
A club at Havelock North Library for older adults, with monthly activities and presenting new books.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 3 May to Thursday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Teen Book Club
(Term time only).
Ages 12+ are welcome.
Join us for library fun and friendship in the Sir James Wattie Memorial Room upstairs. Snacks and drinks are provided!
For more information contact: Hastings Library - Phone. 06 871 5000 or email - libraries@hdc.govt.nz
We may take photographs or...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 13 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay Fabric Hoarders Social Sewing
This is a group for sewers, dressmakers, quilters and fabricaholics.
We love beautiful fabric and making things out of it for ourselves, our friends and our families. We'd like to inspire and be inspired by others who share our passion, find out about fabric-related activities and sew together...
Date: Sunday 20 May to Sunday 16 December
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wine Books and More
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided.
We may take...
Date: Tuesday 15 May to Tuesday 18 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
August 2018
Hastings Knitting (And Crochet) Group
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings U3A Mah Jong Group
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Wednesdays at 10:30am for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Young At Heart
A club at Havelock North Library for older adults, with monthly activities and presenting new books.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 3 May to Thursday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Sundays at 2pm for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Sunday 29 April to Sunday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bakers Club
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library on the first Tuesday of each month from 10:30am to 11:30am to share your baking experiences and recipes. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 4 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Teen Book Club
(Term time only).
Ages 12+ are welcome.
Join us for library fun and friendship in the Sir James Wattie Memorial Room upstairs. Snacks and drinks are provided!
For more information contact: Hastings Library - Phone. 06 871 5000 or email - libraries@hdc.govt.nz
We may take photographs or...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 13 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay Fabric Hoarders Social Sewing
This is a group for sewers, dressmakers, quilters and fabricaholics.
We love beautiful fabric and making things out of it for ourselves, our friends and our families. We'd like to inspire and be inspired by others who share our passion, find out about fabric-related activities and sew together...
Date: Sunday 20 May to Sunday 16 December
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wine Books and More
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided.
We may take...
Date: Tuesday 15 May to Tuesday 18 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
September 2018
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Sundays at 2pm for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Sunday 29 April to Sunday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bakers Club
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library on the first Tuesday of each month from 10:30am to 11:30am to share your baking experiences and recipes. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 4 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Teen Book Club
(Term time only).
Ages 12+ are welcome.
Join us for library fun and friendship in the Sir James Wattie Memorial Room upstairs. Snacks and drinks are provided!
For more information contact: Hastings Library - Phone. 06 871 5000 or email - libraries@hdc.govt.nz
We may take photographs or...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 13 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Knitting (And Crochet) Group
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings U3A Mah Jong Group
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Wednesdays at 10:30am for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Young At Heart
A club at Havelock North Library for older adults, with monthly activities and presenting new books.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 3 May to Thursday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay Fabric Hoarders Social Sewing
This is a group for sewers, dressmakers, quilters and fabricaholics.
We love beautiful fabric and making things out of it for ourselves, our friends and our families. We'd like to inspire and be inspired by others who share our passion, find out about fabric-related activities and sew together...
Date: Sunday 20 May to Sunday 16 December
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wine Books and More
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided.
We may take...
Date: Tuesday 15 May to Tuesday 18 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
October 2018
Bakers Club
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library on the first Tuesday of each month from 10:30am to 11:30am to share your baking experiences and recipes. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 4 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Teen Book Club
(Term time only).
Ages 12+ are welcome.
Join us for library fun and friendship in the Sir James Wattie Memorial Room upstairs. Snacks and drinks are provided!
For more information contact: Hastings Library - Phone. 06 871 5000 or email - libraries@hdc.govt.nz
We may take photographs or...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 13 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Knitting (And Crochet) Group
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings U3A Mah Jong Group
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Wednesdays at 10:30am for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Young At Heart
A club at Havelock North Library for older adults, with monthly activities and presenting new books.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 3 May to Thursday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Sundays at 2pm for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Sunday 29 April to Sunday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wine Books and More
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided.
We may take...
Date: Tuesday 15 May to Tuesday 18 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
HalloWine
Celebrate Halloween in style, get dressed up, and get ready for a night of fun, fire and fine wine. Hawke's Bays Halloween ball.
Live band, wine and scary food.
Date: Saturday 20 October
Where: Moana Park Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay Fabric Hoarders Social Sewing
This is a group for sewers, dressmakers, quilters and fabricaholics.
We love beautiful fabric and making things out of it for ourselves, our friends and our families. We'd like to inspire and be inspired by others who share our passion, find out about fabric-related activities and sew together...
Date: Sunday 20 May to Sunday 16 December
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
November 2018
Young At Heart
A club at Havelock North Library for older adults, with monthly activities and presenting new books.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 3 May to Thursday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Sundays at 2pm for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Sunday 29 April to Sunday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bakers Club
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library on the first Tuesday of each month from 10:30am to 11:30am to share your baking experiences and recipes. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 4 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Knitting (And Crochet) Group
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings U3A Mah Jong Group
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Wednesdays at 10:30am for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Total BS
The Moana Park Winery crew have concocted a plan to lay a new fire pit at Moana, fashioning a makeshift flaming outdoor oven rotisserie harnessing the almighty power of fire.
Super talented Chefs will do the honours, sacrificing the meat to the Syrah gods, and crafting some hearty and unique...
Date: Saturday 10 November
Where: Moana Park Winery, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Teen Book Club
(Term time only).
Ages 12+ are welcome.
Join us for library fun and friendship in the Sir James Wattie Memorial Room upstairs. Snacks and drinks are provided!
For more information contact: Hastings Library - Phone. 06 871 5000 or email - libraries@hdc.govt.nz
We may take photographs or...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 13 November
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Napier Wellbeing Market
The Napier Wellbeing Market is a fantastic free mind body spirit weekend showcasing the latest in Natural health, holistic medicine, stress-free living, fitness, well-being, diet, nutrition, spirituality and happiness.
Lots of amazing stalls for you to explore & enjoy! This is our second annual...
Date: Saturday 17 November to Sunday 18 November
Where: Taradale Town Hall, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay Fabric Hoarders Social Sewing
This is a group for sewers, dressmakers, quilters and fabricaholics.
We love beautiful fabric and making things out of it for ourselves, our friends and our families. We'd like to inspire and be inspired by others who share our passion, find out about fabric-related activities and sew together...
Date: Sunday 20 May to Sunday 16 December
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wine Books and More
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided.
We may take...
Date: Tuesday 15 May to Tuesday 18 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Women's Lifestyle Expo Napier
Come join us at NZ's special event for women! The Hawke's Bay Women's Lifestyle Expo is a two-day event for women of all ages.
With more than 120 companies involved featuring everything from jewellery and beauty to business products & information, crafts, fitness, food & wine sampling and much...
Date: Saturday 24 November to Sunday 25 November
Where: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Impact Pro Wrestling: Live At Paisley Stage
Live Pro Wrestling is coming to Napier for the first time ever!
Lighting up Paisley Stage, Impact Pro Wrestling will make its debut in this intimate venue for a night of body slams, brain busters and back breakers.
This two-hour spectacle of family friendly professional wrestling action is...
Date: Saturday 24 November
Where: Paisley Stage, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
December 2018
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Sundays at 2pm for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video recordings...
Date: Sunday 29 April to Sunday 16 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Bakers Club
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library on the first Tuesday of each month from 10:30am to 11:30am to share your baking experiences and recipes. All welcome.
Attendees should bring a sample of their baking.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may...
Date: Tuesday 1 May to Tuesday 4 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Knitting (And Crochet) Group
The Hastings Knitting and Crochet Group meets every Wednesday in the Hastings Library, upstairs in the Activities area. All skill levels are welcome.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings U3A Mah Jong Group
U3A Mah Jong Group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Hastings War Memorial Library.
For more information please contact U3A Hastings.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hastings Library Preschool Storytime
Join us on Wednesdays at 10:30am for a fun storytime and craft session in the Children's Area at Hastings Library.
All are welcome for stories and fun! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.
Please note these sessions are only during school terms.
We may take photographs or video...
Date: Wednesday 25 April to Wednesday 19 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Young At Heart
A club at Havelock North Library for older adults, with monthly activities and presenting new books.
We may take photographs or video recordings during events and programmes which may be used in Council promotional material.
Date: Thursday 3 May to Thursday 6 December
Where: Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Hawke's Bay Fabric Hoarders Social Sewing
This is a group for sewers, dressmakers, quilters and fabricaholics.
We love beautiful fabric and making things out of it for ourselves, our friends and our families. We'd like to inspire and be inspired by others who share our passion, find out about fabric-related activities and sew together...
Date: Sunday 20 May to Sunday 16 December
Where: Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
Wine Books and More
Join us at Hastings War Memorial Library for Wine, Books and More on the third Tuesday of every month.
This is a book club with a difference: no need to read a set book, just come along ready to discuss books we've read and liked, or otherwise! Drinks and snacks are provided.
We may take...
Date: Tuesday 15 May to Tuesday 18 December
Where: Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne
