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  • Tauranga Arts Festival

    Due to Covid-19 all live performances have been cancelled. However, you can still experience the visual arts Check them out HERE  

  • Stone Carving for Beginners

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Learn the basics of how to use the tools needed to craft shapes from stone. Create and design a 3D sculpture. Covers basic carving techniques in soft stone (Oamaru stone); all the stone and carving tools supplied. Participants to arrive with an idea in mind to produce a stone sculpture over the weekend. Very small […]

    $295

  • Make Your Own Sourdough

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    Come learn to make your own sourdough bread! Sourdough tends to be intimidating, even for experienced bakers. In this family-friendly course, Catherine will help you avoid common mistakes, and will show you how approachable making sourdough bread can be. You will go through all the stages, (tasting included) and will go home with your very […]

    $35

  • 500 Card Group

    500 Card Group
    Age Concern, 177A Fraser Street, Tauranga

    Have you always wanted to play 500 but didn’t know how ? We will teach you how. A friendly fun group gets together every Monday from 9.30am – 11.30am. Light […]

    $2

  • Keep on Your Feet

    Balance and strength classes to fun music.  Relaxed and social. Mount Maunganui When: Mondays 10am - 11am Where: Mount Bible Chapel, 2 Bedford Place, Mt Maunganui Cost:  $7 All welcome.  Just come along. Phone: Lynda 029 230 0162 Omokoroa When: Mondays 11am - 12 noon Where: Settlers Hall, 334 Omokoroa Rd Cost:  $7 All levels of […]

  • Card Creating at the Library

    Card Creating at the Library
    Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Tauranga

    Join us for a fun get-together with other crafty card makers. Greerton Library 1.00pm – 3.00pm First Monday of each month Each session will have a prepared activity for you […]

    $2

  • Bridge in Te Puke

    Bridge in Te Puke
    Te Puke Bridge Club, 4 Queen Street, Te Puke

    Are you already a bridge player ?  Would you like to learn ? Come along and meet us. Club days are held three days per week and include singles, paired […]

  • Learn Bachata Sensual

    Learn Bachata Sensual
    Studio 162, 162 Durham Street, Tauranga

    Come to enjoy Bachata Sensual. Learning Bachata will help you to meet new people, give you confidence in dancing, loosen up the hips and have a lot of fun. You […]

    $10

  • Scottish Country Dancing Tauranga

    Scottish Country Dancing Tauranga
    St John’s Church Hall, 94 Bureta Road, Otumoetai

    Beginner Classes When:  From Monday 1 February 2021 What Time:  7.30pm - 9.30pm Where:  St John's Church Hall, 94 Bureta Road, Otumoetai Cost:  $3.00 Door Fee Club Dancing When:  From […]

    $3

  • NZ Sign Language

    NZ Sign Language
    Art & Craft Centre, 177 Elizabeth St, Tauranga

    This complete beginner’s course is designed for those with little prior knowledge in Beginners level a. Your trained, registered NZSL tutor will facilitate a fun learning environment covering practical, conversational […]

    $175

  • Scan N Cut Fun Nights

    Scan N Cut Fun Nights
    Robyn's Cottage 147 Chadwick Rd, Greerton

    Scan N Cut Fun nights are on Tuesdays  6.30pm to 9pm. Bring your own machine or just come and watch. All welcome. Scan N Cut night is the first Tuesday […]

  • Adult Dance Classes Mount

    Adult Dance Classes Mount
    Mount Community Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui.

    Performance (Jazz), Hip Hop & Contemporary Hosted by Amanda from Celeste Dance, using DanceNZmade syllabi. When: Tuesdays 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm  Where: Mount Community Hall, 345 Maunganui Rd, Mt Maunganui […]

    $145

  • Mahjong in Te Puke

    Mahjong in Te Puke
    Lyceum Clubrooms, 8 Palmer Place, Te Puke

    Come along and see how mahjong is played.  Join a fun, happy group. Everyone welcome, male, female, all ages, all levels. Thursdays and Sundays. To make sure there's enough of […]

    Free

  • Bolivia in Te Puke

    Bolivia in Te Puke
    Lyceum Clubrooms, 8 Palmer Place, Te Puke

    Want to learn to play Bolivia ? Know how to play and looking for fellow players ? Come along and meet this happy group and join their weekly games. Day: […]

    $3

  • The Past and The Curious:

    Tauranga Library - Te Ao Mārama, 21 Devonport Road 21 Devonport Road, Tauranga

    Monthly Show and Tell Talks: Get a close-up look at items that are normally locked away, through entertaining show-and-tell talks with Tauranga City Library Heritage Specialists. On the 1st Wednesday of the month from 1:15-2pm in Ngā Wāhi Rangahau/Research Collections on the first floor of Tauranga Library. Free, no booking necessary. Past & the Curious […]

    Free

  • Law Series Tauranga: Property

    Tauranga Library - Te Ao Mārama, 21 Devonport Road 21 Devonport Road, Tauranga

    Library Law Series starting in September. Come and hear from an experienced lawyers on topics such as Wills, Buying & Selling real estate (focus on 1st home buyers), Relationship Property, Enduring powers of attorney and Family Trust. It’s free and open to all. Property New Zealanders like to own their own homes and, for most of […]

    Free

  • Morris Dancing

    The Jam Factory, Historic village, 17th Ave, Tauranga

    Dance, fun, music, social. Come and join in, dance, play or watch and be part of this new scene. When: Wednesdays Where: The Jam Factory, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga Cost: All welcome, koha from $5 Time: Doors open at 6pm. 6:30 – 8 pm: Border Morris practice – suitable for beginner dancers – bring […]

    $5

  • Kizomba & Bachata New Block Courses

    Otumoetai Action Centre, 105 Windsor Road, Otumoetai, Tauranga.

    Come and join Merwan and Becky for a fun evening of dancing. We are offering an 8 week progressive Kizomba Fundamentals dance Class building on your knowledge each week. This is suitable for beginners and those who have completed our Kizomba A & B. Our 2 choreo classes are suitable for those at a more […]

  • Absolute Beginners Watercolour with Nick Eggleston

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Classes over Four Weeks  With simple easy to understand practice paintings, you’ll begin to understand how watercolour really works, get comfortable with your paints, and hopefully come up with ideas for new creations. You will be building up colour from plain water to a saturated paint mix. Learn how to use just one colour to […]

    $195

  • Udance2: Adult Social Ballroom/Latin Dance

    Oropi Memorial Hall, 1295 Oropi Road, Tauranga

    Partner not necessary. Come along and enjoy a night of dancing. New five week adult beginner social dance course $70pp Oropi Memorial Hall is a lovely new community hall. If you are in that area, this is a great location for you. We are a very progressive social dance studio with regular social dance night. […]

    $70

  • Porcelain Painting

    Porcelain Painting
    Elizabeth Street Community & Arts Centre, 169 Elizabeth Street, Tauranga

    China painting, or porcelain painting, is the decoration of glazed porcelain objects such as plates, bowls, vases etc.  Young and old enjoy the creativity and personal pleasure and satisfaction this […]

  • Mount Art Group

    Mount Art Group
    St Peters, 15 Victoria St, Mt Maunganui

    This is a small friendly group catering for all levels and mediums.  New members are welcome. When:  Thursdays 9.00 am - 12 noon Where:  St Peters Church Hall,  15 Victoria […]

  • Intro to Brush Lettering Workshop

    A fun and relaxed workshop for hand-lettering enthusiasts who would like to learn the basics of modern brush calligraphy. A strong focus on te reo Māori (workshop will be bilingual), but all levels of te reo Māori learners are welcome. Aroha of Maimoa Creative is a calligrapher and designer who creates unique typography designs. You […]

    Free

  • Brick Club – Ōmokoroa

    Brick Club – Ōmokoroa
    Omokoroa Library, 28 Western Avenue, Ōmokoroa

    Come along each week for a new building challenge using our LEGO brick collection. When: Thursdays from 2,45pm - 3.30pm Where: Ōmokoroa Library Cost: Free

    Free

  • DIY Christmas Craft 

    DIY Christmas Craft 
    Your local library

    Counting down to Christmas already? Come along to your nearest library, get creative and make your own Christmas cards or decorations at DIY Christmas Craft. We’ll provide craft bits and […]

    Free

  • Sew a Bumbag

    Sew a Bumbag
    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    Don't get bummed...get bumbagged! In this 2 hour workshop you will use your existing sewing skills to create a bumbag that will see you through the summer! Basic sewing experience […]

    $50

  • Chess Tauranga

    Chess Tauranga
    Greerton Social Club  1334 Cameron Rd, Greerton

    The Challenge of Chess for the whole family Come along and enjoy the atmosphere and the fun challenge of a game of chess. Standard chess rules apply. Includes casual games. […]

    Free

  • New Remaker Hub Opening

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    Our brand new Remaker Sustainability Hub is  ready! New Venue: 27 Spring Street, Red Square, Tauranga Come by today Saturday to see us in full swing. Grab a Mt Zion coffee, try some zero-waste paper making & weaving and get first dibs on all products in our Remaker shop. All are welcome, so bring along […]

    Free

  • Textured Rings Workshop

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    One Day Workshop This great one-day class.  Ideal for beginners or those with limited experience, however experienced students are also welcome!  Students will practice making a simple textured or polished ring in either copper or brass. Then move onto making one or more silver rings from start to finish. They will learn measuring, texturing, soldering […]

  • Textured Earrings Workshop

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    This great one-day class is a fast and creative class, ideal for beginners or those with limited experience, although experienced students are also welcome! Students will practice making earrings (studs or drops) in copper or brass then make a pair (or more) of textured silver earrings in sterling silver. If time and interest allow, students […]

    $185

  • Tauranga Organ Keyboard Society

    A theme is chosen for the day and members and visitors are invited to play one or two pieces of music on either the Organ or the Clavinova, or just to listen. Theme for the month:  TBA When: 1st Sunday of the month 1.30pm - 4pm. Where: Carmel Country Estate, 11 Hollister Lane, Ohauiti, Tauranga […]

  • Relaxed Spiritual Circle – Meditations on Life

    Spiritual Circle, 60B Eighteenth Avenue, Tauranga

    A series of guided meditations and interactive group discussion on things that are important to YOU. The format is relaxed and flexible and you lead the direction! We start with a 20/30 minute meditation and then a discussion about it afterwards. The middle part of the evening is up to you.. whatever you want to […]

    $10

  • Colouring Clubs – Tauranga

    Tauranga Library - Te Ao Mārama, 21 Devonport Road 21 Devonport Road, Tauranga

    Adult Colouring Clubs Come along and enjoy a relaxing, social colouring session at a library near you. Bring your own colouring book and equipment; or give it a go using our basic materials supplied. All sessions are free of charge. For more information, please call 07 577 7177. Tauranga Library On the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of […]

    Free

  • Falls Prevention Class

    St John’s Church Hall, 94 Bureta Road, Otumoetai

    Gentle exercise for the elderly. held three Wednesdays a month. SAYGO has been shown to achieve continuous improvement over time in the following areas: balance and leg strength flexibility, and general fitness and wellbeing. When: Three Wednesdays a month but NOT the 1st Wednesday. Contact: Betty 570 3215

    $2

  • Glass Cutting Workshops

    Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga

    About the Classes This glass cutting workshop is ideal for you, whether you are brand new to cutting glass or wanting to improve your existing techniques. Our aim is to give you the skills to cut and break all those tricky shapes successfully,. You will find that there are a surprising number of tricks and […]

    $100

  • The Educated Gardener: Gardening Workshop

    Falls Retreat, 25 Waitawheta Rd, Karangahake Gorge

    Have you got your veggie garden well underway but want to learn how to produce a healthier and more abundant harvest? Are you interested in the Principles of Permaculture? Then this course is you! Aimed at those that want to build upon their gardening knowledge, Nicki gives invaluable advice on working with nature to create […]

    $150

  • YIN & Sound Journey at The Treehouse

    Stella Yoga, The Tree House, 121 Carlton St, Bellevue, Tauranga

    A MAGIC Shamanic Journey with Crystal Bowls and the Ceremonial Drum. Somatic Yin includes Energy- and Manual Therapy that is offered during the session. Experience a delicious evening in presence with all that your life has caused you to become. Acceptance and Love of what is arise from simply letting go. Yin Yoga is one […]

    $35

  • Stained Glass Workshop

    Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga

    Learn an age old craft in our stained glass workshop! This is usually held as a one day workshop on a Saturday, though we can arrange other days and times by arrangement. We will teach you how to work to a pattern to make a stained glass item using the Tiffany, or Copper Foil technique. […]

    $130

  • Come Dancing – Sequence Ballroom in Arataki

    Monthly sequence ballroom dancing. Location: Arataki Community Centre, off grenada St, Mount Maunganui Day:  2nd Saturday of the month Time:  7.30pm – 10.30 pm Cover Charge:  $5 Contact:  Gordon Cadman Phone: 572 0060 Email: gordoncadman@kinect.co.nz Don’t forget, there are Sequence Dance Lessons every Monday at Te Puke  RSA Citizens club starting 6:30 pm until 8:00pm.  No cover […]

    $5

  • Colouring Club – Papamoa

    Papamoa Library, 15 Gravatt Road, Papamoa

    Adult Colouring Clubs Come along and enjoy a relaxing, social colouring session at a library near you. Bring your own colouring book and equipment; or give it a go using our basic materials supplied. All sessions are free of charge. For more information, please call 07 577 7177. Pāpāmoa Library On the 3rd Thursday of the […]

    Free

  • Bonsai Beginner Workshop

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    This beginner Bonsai workshop will take you through the steps to design your own Bonsai. It will include everything you need to know to start out with Bonsai as an art form. You will take your own stunning original Bonsai home with you, so you can amaze family and friends with your creativity. Tutor: Dawid […]

    $120

  • Friends of the Library Guest Speaker

    Greerton Library, 139 Greerton Road, Tauranga

    General Meeting Guest Speaker: TBA On the 4th Thursday of the month at 10am Venue: usually at Greerton Library but venue may vary. Monthly guest speaker and morning tea. Hosted by Friends of the Library Contact: Pam on 571 2566   Other library book groups: Mount Maunganui Book Group: 4th Tuesday 10am-11am Contact: Gail on 574 […]

  • Tauranga Scottish Society Sequence Dance

    Wesley Church, 100 13th Ave, Tauranga

    Social & Sequence Dancing on the 4th Saturday of the Month from February to November. A very warm welcome to all. Where:  Wesley Church Hall, 100 Thirteenth Avenue, Tauranga Time:  7pm - 10pm Cost: $7 includes supper and raffle For info: Contact: Margaret Falconer Phone: 07 572  5938 Email: margaretfalconer@xtra.co.nz

    $7

  • Discover The Joys of Geli-printing

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Weekend Workshop Join Shona for an massive two-day workshop to explore the addictive process of printing from a soft gel plate. Suitable for complete beginners through to artists wishing to discover new techniques. Over the weekend you’ll learn how to make, care for, and use your own gel plates. Explore a wide variety of techniques […]

    $230

  • Create a Weaving with Plant Dyed Fabrics

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    In this 2 hour workshop, you will create a unique weaving (measuring approx 20cm x 17cm) using rescued fibre dyed with plants. All the botanical product used to colour the fibre has been sourced from Melissa's own backyard and very mindfully treated to extract hues from Mother Nature. Melissa will have mini hand looms warped for you, and […]

    $70

  • Multicultural Basic English Classes

    Multicultural Tauranga, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga

    English classes for all visa holders on Mondays When: Mondays 9.30am - 11.30am Where: Multicultural Centre, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga Tutor: Alex For new students, the first time is free then you need to pay $5 for each class after that, or $40 for the Term. For details: Contact Multicultural Tauranga Tuesday to Thursday […]

    $5

  • Boxing Day 2021

    Enjoy Boxing Day and the extended weekend.

  • Happy New Year 2022

    Wishing everyone a great 2022 with lots of happy learning and new experiences !

  • TESOL Course – Learn to Teach English

    Bay Learning Academy, 22 Taupo Ave, Mt Maunganui

    Course Introduction The Bay Learning Academy teacher education course offers a series of professional development seminars for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. The course offers a theoretical and practical insight into teaching approaches and methods, and the structural, lexical and phonological aspects of English and provides an array of helpful ideas, techniques and activities […]

  • Kids Clay Holiday Programme

    Pottery Studio, 58 10th Avenue, Tauranga

    Holiday Programme during  January Morning sessions: 10am - 12 noon Afternoon sessions: 1pm - 3pm Structured workshops include the construction of: Tues am: cups,  Tues pm: bowls Wed am: tealights, Wed pm: Fairy houses Thurs am: houses & boxes, Thurs pm: musical items Fri am: pinch pots, Fri pm coil technique Where: Pottery Studio, 109 […]

    $35

  • Get the Girls Out – Ceramic Workshop

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Ceramic Workshop Fast creative ceramic sculpture workshop where the lucky student will be provided with a kilo of clay and the necessary tools to make a wonderful mug or vase. With a maximum of 12 students, you will learn the basic skills for working with clay, rolling, cutting, texture, sculpting and joining body parts to […]

    $120

  • Build a Village on Monday : Ceramic Art Houses

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Engaging active and creative ceramic workshop offering close supervision and plenty of guidance  from a professional ceramic artist of many years. Students will be provided with a kilo of white clay to build the house or houses they desire in a small friendly and supportive environment.  Class size is a maximum of 12 so participants […]

    $120

  • The Garden Club Workshops

    Monthly mini Garden Workshops in Oropi Have you been struggling to get your home garden really cranking? do you dream of it being really lush and strong and a place of sweetness not pressure? Then The Garden Club is for you! We would really love to have you on board at The Garden Club and I […]

    $50

  • Tauranga Fringe Festival

    Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga

    Tauranga Fringe is a one day extravaganza festival where we hand the microphone to our artistic community. Fringe is a platform for our arts sector to connect with audience and spectators. A one-day spectacular, full of strange creativity, alternative art practices, the bizarre, the beautiful, the extreme and the provocative, and above all stimulating sensationalism. […]

    $10

  • BOP Rose Society

    BOP Rose Society

    The society meets on the 3rd Sunday of each month from 1.30pm We are located in Tauranga and welcome new members to our society. For any queries please contact Judy […]

  • STEM Summer Edition: Girls night out! Inspiring Women who changed the world with tech.

    Base Station, 148 Durham St, Tauranga +3 more

    A workshop for girls (ages 8 – 14) and a wahine from their whānau (ie, mums, older sisters, aunties, grandmas etc) that showcase some of the pioneering women in tech, and inspire the next generation of girls to follow in their footsteps. Alongside this we will look at how to set our young wahine up […]

    $10 – $20

  • STEM Summer Edition: Build your own robot! with Kiwibots

    Base Station, 148 Durham St, Tauranga +2 more

    Kiwibots is excited to offer this workshop to inspire and empower the next generation of innovators and creative thinkers! Over an hour of STEM fun your child will work in a team and engage in building, driving and coding a robot. When: Friday 21st January 2022 Where: Base Station, 148 Durham St, Tauranga Two sessions: […]

    $10 – $20

  • STEM Summer Edition: Create a circuit map of Aotearoa with STEAM-ED

    Base Station, 148 Durham St, Tauranga +1 more

    In this workshop students will be learning how to construct a basic circuit. Students will be learning how to use a solder iron to solder their circuits together. When students have completed this workshop they will be able to take home their Map of New Zealand game. The aim of the game is to match […]

    $10 – $20

  • STEM Summer Edition: Girls night out! Inspiring Women who changed the world with tech.

    Base Station, 148 Durham St, Tauranga +3 more

    A workshop for girls (ages 8 – 14) and a wahine from their whānau (ie, mums, older sisters, aunties, grandmas etc) that showcase some of the pioneering women in tech, and inspire the next generation of girls to follow in their footsteps. Alongside this we will look at how to set our young wahine up […]

    $10 – $20

  • STEM Summer Edition: STEM Open Day!

    Base Station, 148 Durham St, Tauranga +4 more

    STEM Open Day is an engaging and interactive day with several hands-on activities that will inspire experimentation and exploration for all ages. A play and learn environment makes way for sparking curiosity and exploration. Featuring: Envirohub, Cool Bananas, Tauranga City Library, Algoritmics, Toi Ohomai When: Saturday 22nd January 2022  10:00am – 15:00am Where: Base Station, […]

    $10 – $20

  • Design & Make Recycled Leather Earrings

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    When:  Saturday 22nd January 2022 Time: 10.30am -12.00pm  OR 1.00pm - 2.30 pm Where: The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga Cost:  $45  All materials supplied. Make your own leather earrings with visiting Remaker Donna Stobie. Donna's passion  is upcycling, re-using, re-designing, creating something new from old. To register your spot, email hello@thegoodtonic.co.nz

    $45

  • Get The Girls Out – Ceramic Workshop

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Ceramic Workshop Monday Fast creative ceramic sculpture workshop where the lucky student will be provided with a kilo of clay and the necessary tools to make a wonderful mug or vase. With a maximum of 12 students, you will learn the basic skills for working with clay, rolling, cutting, texture, sculpting and joining body parts […]

    $120

  • Bureta Garden Circle Garden Visit

    Bureta Garden Circle Garden Visit
    St John’s Church Hall, 94 Bureta Road, Otumoetai

    The Garden Circle usually meets monthly on the 4th Tuesday of the month. Visitors are most welcome. Activities include regular guest speakers and competitions for best blooms. The programme for […]

  • Woodcrafters: Wood Turning Group

    Woodcrafters: Wood Turning Group
    Woodcrafter Clubrooms, 3 Cherokee Place, Mt Maunganui

    Our Turners Group meets each month on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 9:30am & 1:30pm and the 4th Wednesday of the month at 9:30am at the Guild's Workshop. Our Turning Group […]

  • Kabuki Mask Making and Painting Workshop

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Evening Workshop KABUKU means ‘to learn’ and ‘to be out of ordinary’. Learn more about Japanese culture through creating a work inspired by Kabuki. Make a mask that is inspired by Kabuki and Nihon Buyo. Kabuki is an art of singing and dancing where performers would often wear masks and outfits that are flamboyant and […]

    $85

  • Wine & Clay: RRR Fundraising: Anything Goes!

    Pottery Studio, 58 10th Avenue, Tauranga

    Make whatever you like !  It's our charity support night. RRR meaning Rescue, Revive, Rehome. Dedicated to providing a safe haven for homeless and rescued animals. RRR is a not for profit animal rescue organisation providing a safe haven for all kinds of animals that have been rescued for whatever reason they need rescuing. They […]

    $40

  • Build a Village – Full Day Ceramic Workshop

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Extensive and creative ceramic workshop offering close supervision and plenty of guidance from a professional ceramic artist of many years. There will be a maximum of 10 Students who will be provided with 2 kilos of clay each to build the house or village they desire in a small friendly and supportive class. This is […]

    $260

  • Grow Your Own Mushrooms Workshop

    Marama Mushrooms, Whakamarama Rd, Tauranga

    Entry level workshop ! This will give you 5 hours tuition with Billy Mushroom on how to grow mushrooms on logs, straw and info garden beds. You'll also learn about fungi' s role in nature, some basic terminology and how fungi can be used to mitigate pollution on the planet. Dates  & times to be […]

  • Speak Kiwi English

    Are you looking for an enthusiastic English Conversation Coach to help you improve your speaking skills and speaking confidence? Dates:  Bookings invited now → Venue: Greerton, Tauranga When: Mondays to Thursdays  1.30pm → Duration: 50 minute lessons Delivery Method: One-to-one Private Tuition – dialogue focus. Lessons can be face-to-face OR online on Zoom. Content: Personalised […]

  • Music Music Music Exhibition

    Music Music Music Exhibition
    Western Bay Museum, 32 Main Rd, Katikati

    Western Bay Museum’s latest exhibition, Music Music Music explores the history of New Zealand’s musical themes from our first international soprano who debuted with Nellie Melba at Covent Garden in […]

  • Papamoa Hills Māori History Walk (track)

    Papamoa Hills Regional Park

    You will hear the stories of Māori settlement from the northern end of Tauranga harbour to Whakatāne. Your learning journey will touch on the cultural importance of the various physical features. This walk takes you up the well defined track to the top of the Papamoa Hills. It is an ideal walk similar to the […]

    Koha

  • Clay & Wine: Family Night

    Pottery Studio, 58 10th Avenue, Tauranga

    Family night is all about….well families. This is a great opportunity to bond with the family so will be open to all families and tonight you can choose what you want to make weather it be a combines piece or individual pieces. Time to have lots of fun as a family The price for this […]

    $40

  • Let’s Speak English Ladies Group in Katikati

    Katikati Community Centre, 45 Beach Road, Katikati

    Are you new to New Zealand? Would you like to learn to speak English more fluently? This FREE group is a great way to meet new friends. Day: Wednesdays for 8 weeks Time: 9.30am - 11.30am Dates: 2022 DATES TO BE ADVISED Place: Katikati Community Centre, 45 Beach Road Cost: Free BOOK ONLINE For more […]

    Free

  • Wine & Clay Evening: Boobs, Bums & Body Bits

    Pottery Studio, 58 10th Avenue, Tauranga

    The theme for this evening is the 4 Bs - boobs, bottoms and body bits.  However, you are most welcome to turn your creative mind and hands to other options. At the Pottery Studio, we indulge in social pottery making. During the 2 hours you can expect to make something and underglaze it so that […]

    $40

  • Tataki Zome: Plant Hammering Technique

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    Create a beautifully unique design on fabric using the Tataki Zome Plant Hammering technique. Tataki zome is the Japanese art of transferring botanical dyes from flowers and leaves onto fabric […]

    $70

  • Weaving your own kai kete with Andrea and whanau

    Why not learn this very relaxing craft. I found weaving very therapeutic, when my children were young and I needed some time out for me. It's a very practical skill […]

    $95

  • Stone Effects Intro Paint Workshop

    Paint Me Vintage, 84 St John Street, Tauranga

    Join us for a hands-on introductory workshop using the new Stone Effects paint in our dedicated workshop space. Gain the confidence to use Stone Effects in your home. Create and complete a small Stone Effects project to take home. See and play with each different Stone Effects colour. Use and learn how to create different […]

    $99

  • Furniture Flipping

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    Restore a multipurpose stool & learn introductory skills Transform an old stool into a sophisticated plant stand, bedside table or child's seat. The sky is the limit for this classy and functional piece. In this workshop, learn the basics of furniture flipping. De-construct the piece, sand & repaint or varnish, then re-assemble using a mix of power and […]

    $50

  • Wine and Clay: Obsessives + Colour It

    Pottery Studio, 58 10th Avenue, Tauranga

    Choose a premade piece and spend your time colouring it. At the Pottery Studio, we indulge in social pottery making. During the 2 hours you can expect to make something […]

    $40

  • Want to Learn More about Macular Degeneration?

    On Line

    Macular Degeneration New Zealand normally hold in-person Macular Degeneration Awareness & Education Seminars which are very popular, but this year they're holding them online via Zoom link, so you can watch from the comfort of your living room. The first one is February 19th, with another being held  March 12th. You'll need to click the link to […]

    Free

  • Artistic Portrait Photography & Photoshop Workshop

    McLaren Falls Park, Kaimais

    Learn from the talented Karolina Ferbei on this 3-day workshop! This workshop is made for photographers who would like to up-skill and learn about model direction, shoot preparations and post-production techniques in Photoshop and also for photographers who are looking to build their portfolio with outstanding images! Requirements: You need to have basic knowledge of […]

    $500

  • Blueprint to Decorative Paint Finishes with Chalkpaint

    Paint Me Vintage, 84 St John Street, Tauranga

    Presented by: Paint Me Vintage A fabulous introduction to the amazing decorative paint finishes that our premium chalk paint system is capable of. We will step you through the whole way, this is where it all starts… Our “Blue Print” workshop is a hands-on workshop, designed to inspire, fill you with ideas, confidence, excitement, technical […]

    $120

  • Wine & Clay: RRR Fundraising: Anything Goes!

    Pottery Studio, 58 10th Avenue, Tauranga

    Make whatever you like !  It's our charity support night. RRR meaning Rescue, Revive, Rehome. Dedicated to providing a safe haven for homeless and rescued animals. RRR is a not for profit animal rescue organisation providing a safe haven for all kinds of animals that have been rescued for whatever reason they need rescuing. They […]

    $40

  • School Holidays: Tell a Story with Stop Motion Animation

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    If your child cares about the environment and wants to make a difference, sign up for this digital storytelling workshop to learn about Precious Plastic Tauranga, the lifecycle of single use plastics in New Zealand & make a stop motion animation using salvaged and repurposed materials. Breathe life into your ideas with just a smartphone, […]

    $50

  • Meet the Artist: Tut Blumental

    Magical Landscapes We are pleased to announce our Upcoming Exhibition Opening & Meet the Artist in Tauranga. “Magical Landscapes” – Tut Blumental. Join us and our artist Tut at the exhibition opening with artist talk on March, 11. From 5pm onwards. Please RSVP to: info@theartloungenz.com All welcome.   When : 11th March, 5pm - 7pm. Where […]

  • Blueprint to Decorative Paint Finishes with Chalkpaint

    Paint Me Vintage, 84 St John Street, Tauranga +2 more

    Presented by: Paint Me Vintage A fabulous introduction to the amazing decorative paint finishes that our premium chalk paint system is capable of. We will step you through the whole way, this is where it all starts… Our “Blue Print” workshop is a hands-on workshop, designed to inspire, fill you with ideas, confidence, excitement, technical […]

    $120

  • Papamoa Hills Māori History Walk (track)

    Papamoa Hills Regional Park

    You will hear the stories of Māori settlement from the northern end of Tauranga harbour to Whakatāne. Your learning journey will touch on the cultural importance of the various physical features. This walk takes you up the well defined track to the top of the Papamoa Hills. It is an ideal walk similar to the […]

    Koha

  • Continuing Education Talk: the Red Cross

    Atrium Cafe, 252 Otumoetai Road, Otūmoetai, Tauranga

    Tauranga Continuing Education Group aims to provide older people with an opportunity to listen to prominent New Zealanders discussing topics of interest.  Many of the speakers come from the University of Waikato and others from business and local organisations. This group meets on the 1st Thursday of the month. Date:  Thursday March 3 at 10am Topic: […]

    $5

  • Photography: Macro Photography Workshop

    Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mount Maunganui,

    Learn how to create stunning macro images with the talented Jo Ottey on this full-day workshop that will teach you, inspire you and make you unleash your creativity! This workshop is designed for photographers who want to expand their knowledge and want to explore the world from a macro perspective! In this 5-hour workshop, you […]

    $250

  • Want to Learn More about Macular Degeneration?

    On Line

    Macular Degeneration New Zealand normally hold in-person Macular Degeneration Awareness & Education Seminars which are very popular, but this year they're holding them online via Zoom link, so you can watch from the comfort of your living room. You'll need to click the link to register your interest and then you'll be sent an email with further […]

    Free

  • Blueprint to Decorative Paint Finishes with Chalkpaint

    Paint Me Vintage, 84 St John Street, Tauranga +1 more

    Presented by: Paint Me Vintage A fabulous introduction to the amazing decorative paint finishes that our premium chalk paint system is capable of. We will step you through the whole way, this is where it all starts… Our “Blue Print” workshop is a hands-on workshop, designed to inspire, fill you with ideas, confidence, excitement, technical […]

    $120

  • Photography: Long Exposure Workshop

    Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mount Maunganui,

    Take your photography skills to the next level and join our Long Exposure Workshop! This 4.5-hour workshop designed for people who have attended the "Learn Photography Workshop" or people who know how to use their cameras in Manual Mode and have a clear understanding of the light meter, ISO, shutter speed and aperture. You will […]

    $150

  • Blueprint to Decorative Paint Finishes with Chalkpaint

    Paint Me Vintage, 84 St John Street, Tauranga

    Presented by: Paint Me Vintage A fabulous introduction to the amazing decorative paint finishes that our premium chalk paint system is capable of. We will step you through the whole way, this is where it all starts… Our “Blue Print” workshop is a hands-on workshop, designed to inspire, fill you with ideas, confidence, excitement, technical […]

    $120

  • Parisienne Paint Box Workshop

    Paint Me Vintage, 84 St John Street, Tauranga

    Join me in our dedicated workshop space for a hands on workshop creating and completing a project to take home. We will start with painting up our project in our Velvet Luxe hybrid chalk paint and using our beautiful French Champagne stencils to finish it off. Large colour range of Artisan Velvet Luxe Hybrid chalk […]

    $120

  • Mixed Media Workshop

    Paint Me Vintage, 84 St John Street, Tauranga

    An exciting new workshop added to our menu. We will learn all about decoupage using different mediums and have a play with different types of rice papers, learn how stencils work and use our Artisan paint products. You will create a great project to take home The price covers Paint Me Vintage training and guidance […]

    $120

  • Blueprint to Decorative Paint Finishes with Chalkpaint

    Paint Me Vintage, 84 St John Street, Tauranga +3 more

    Presented by: Paint Me Vintage A fabulous introduction to the amazing decorative paint finishes that our premium chalk paint system is capable of. We will step you through the whole way, this is where it all starts… Our “Blue Print” workshop is a hands-on workshop, designed to inspire, fill you with ideas, confidence, excitement, technical […]

    $120

  • Worm Composting Workshop Te Puke

    Te Puke War Memorial Hall, 130 Jellicoe Street, Te Puke

    FOR WESTERN BAY OF PLENTY RESIDENTS ONLY A home worm composting farm is a great way for you to deal with most of your kitchen food scraps and create rich compost for your garden. Come along to this hands-on, two-hour interactive workshop and learn the art of worm farming! At the end of the workshop […]

    $50

  • Photography: Astrophotography Workshop

    Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mount Maunganui,

    Learn how to take photos of the night sky and the Milky Way in this 4-hour workshop! Small group and friendly environment! What you will learn: - About the Milky Way - Astrophotography camera settings - Astrophotography equipment - Focusing in low light conditions - How to compose images with the Milky Way - Quick […]

    $150

  • Photography: Studio Lights for Portraits Workshop

    Welcome Bay Rd, Welcome Bay

    Learn from the talented Karolina Ferbei and expand your work opportunities by discovering the benefits of working with artificial light. We’ll even teach you how to set up a budget studio at home! This workshop is designed for photographers who would like to up-skill by learning about the different types of artificial and studio lights, […]

    $250

  • Paint & Dye with Kōkōwai

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    Ko au te whenua ko te whenua ko au Learn to make and use natural paints and dyes with using natural materials that have been ethically & traditionally gathered by hand from local parts of Aotearoa. In this workshop, your tutor Jera Mae will teach about Matauranga, the Maori and Polynesian body of knowledge of […]

    $60

  • Samba Drumming Workshop

    Samba Drumming Workshop
    Mount Sports Centre, Cnr Maunganui & Hull Road, Mount Maunganui,

    Get your rhythm on! Musical Director. Darius Chapman, along with the whole band, invites beginners to come along and experience the joy of samba drumming. For four consecutive weeks, starting […]

    $40

  • Learn to Sew

    Learn to Sew
    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    Sewing machine basics  Are you intimidated by machine-sewing and want to learn the basics in a relaxed environment? Has it been ages since you've sewn and do you need to […]

    $40

  • Tauranga Opera Forum Screening: Henry VIII

    Tauranga Boys College, 664 Cameron Rd, Tauranga

    Tauranga Opera Forum presents regular DVD screenings of your favourite operas. This month:  Henry VIII Our chosen production of HENRY VIII is from Theatre Imperial de Comiegne 2003, with Philippe Rouillon, Michelle Command, Lucille Vignon, and Alain Gabriel. Henry VIII is an opera in four acts by Camille Saint-Saëns. The action covers the period in Henry VIII's life […]

    $20

  • Holi Colour Splash 2022

    Menorial Park, Jordan Field,Tauranga

    The Holi Colour Splash event on 23 April near Memorial Park invites people from all communities to experience and learn more about the rich Indian culture and the famous Festival of Colours. This event is about celebrating cultural diversity in our Tauranga region, sharing in a fun and safe-for-all-ages experience, and teaching one another about forgiveness […]

  • Art Studio for Adults: Painterly Scenes

    Tauranga Art Gallery, 108 Willow St, Tauranga

    Catering for the beginner or sometimes artist, this workshop for adults will provide a creative and friendly environment to receive tuition from one of our Gallery's professional art educators. Inspired by works within The Miles Art Awards 2022, adults will explore fundamental painting skills including colour mixing, tonal studies and composition to create their own […]

    $40

  • Mosaics Workshop for Beginners

    Mosaics Workshop for Beginners
    Mindful Mosaics, 824A Pyes Pa Road Tauranga

    When: Saturday June 11th 2022  10 am - 12.30pm Where: Mindful Mosaics, 824A Pyes Pa Road Tauranga Cost: $60 (all materials included) Presented by Mindful Mosaics NZ For more info: […]

    $75

  • Tauranga Rock ‘n’ Roll Club

    Tauranga Rock ‘n’ Roll Club
    Mount Senior Citizens Club, 345 Maunganui Road, Mt Maungnaui

    Relaxed social evening of dancing Beginner Lessons Beginner lessons run throughout the year. Check the facebook page or email to confirm the next start date. Day: Mondays Time: 6.45pm Cost: […]

    $5

  • Matariki Seed Exchange

    Tauranga Library - Te Ao Mārama, 21 Devonport Road 21 Devonport Road, Tauranga

    Matariki is a time to think about preparing for the year ahead, particularly crops. Come along to our seed exchange next Saturday to share your bounty with others and gain some diversity in your garden! Bring along your excess seeds to exchange. Seeds can be home harvested, or store bought, but they must be named. […]

    Free

  • Upholstery Project – BYO Simple Piece

    Bring a simple piece and learn the different skills taught on the day. Its such a fun day and you'll go away with new skills and your refreshed upholstered piece.  Bring along upholstery grade fabric and the piece you want to upholster. I will supply, webbing, foam and Dacron. Price $145 Deposit $80 will lock […]

    $145

  • Ipu / Flax Basket Workshop – Matariki 2022

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Ipu are multi purposed baskets woven with harakeke (flax) and are traditionally used for customary purposes such as containing the whenua (placenta) of a newborn, they are great for storage and the perfect alternative to gift wrapping. During this workshop you will weave both a base and a lid for your Ipu. The workshop is […]

    $65

  • Rēwana Māori Bread Workshop

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Learn to make and bake rēwena bread with Karin Egan, step by step, beginning with the mixture (bug). Take your bug home to ferment and let it rise over 7 days. You will be able to keep in touch with Karin over Facebook in a private group for support and progress, pics, tips on finishing […]

    $10

  • Matariki – Basics of Flax Weaving

    Tauranga Library - Te Ao Mārama, 21 Devonport Road 21 Devonport Road, Tauranga

    Learn about the tikanga of raranga and the basics of flax weaving from local weaver Parewhai Taikato Follow along with Parewhati as she shows you how to make a flax wristband and putiputi flower. This free workshop is suitable for adults—all levels of experience welcome. Where: Tauranga Library He Puna Manawa When:  Saturday, 11 June  […]

    Free

  • Pāpāmoa Hills Māori History Group Walk (Easy)

    Papamoa Hills +2 more

    Discover by Doing | Mā te Mahi, Ka Mārama … bringing people together through Māori context experiences. Easy 25 minute Walk to the top of the hills pā sites. You will hear the stories of Māori settlement from the northern end of Tauranga harbour to Whakatāne. Your learning journey will touch on the cultural importance of the […]

    Koha

  • Clay & Wine: Garden Night

    Pottery Studio, 58 10th Avenue, Tauranga

    The garden night is a chance to make things for garden use or just for show pots. Make such things as hanging planters, seed markers, bee bowls, flower pots, garden pots, green planters, micro-greens and pots for your bonsai trees. Time to be creative The price for this workshop is $40. This includes the tutor, […]

    $40

  • Learn to Sew

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga +1 more

    Sewing machine basics  Are you intimidated by machine-sewing and want to learn the basics in a relaxed environment? Has it been ages since you've sewn and do you need to a refresh before tackling bigger projects? In this workshop you will learn to comfortably navigate and use a sewing machine. Jera will cover foundational skills […]

    $40

  • Listening to the Land: An evening with Robert McGowan (Pa Ropata)

    Tauranga Library - Te Ao Mārama, 21 Devonport Road 21 Devonport Road, Tauranga

    Listening to the Land: An evening with Robert McGowan (Pa Ropata) Nau Mai Haere Mai, Tauranga City Libraries’ is honoured to present an evening with Robert McGowan, QSM. Robert, an author, conservationist, practitioner, and educator, has contributed to the revival and restoration of Rongoā Māori (traditional Māori healing) in Aotearoa. With his work guided by […]

    Free

  • Clay & Coffee Mornings

    Clay & Coffee Mornings
    Pottery Studio, 58 10th Avenue, Tauranga

    Workshops are held in the morning: 10am - noon Cost: Adults $40, children (8-14) $35 Click Here to book your workshop  

    $35

  • Matariki Macarena Ukulele Session

    Tauranga Library - Te Ao Mārama, 21 Devonport Road 21 Devonport Road, Tauranga

    Come along to this free session and learn how to play the ukulele. We will teach you how to play some basic ukulele chords and teach you the song ‘Matariki Macarena’. Through the song, you will learn about the seven stars of Matariki and what they represent. We will provide the ukuleles or if you […]

    Free

  • Silver Ring Making Workshop with Alexandra Mostyn

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    This workshop will introduce participants to the traditional handmade craft of jewellery making – working with sterling silver. First, participants will decide on a design and size. Using a jewellers' saw, they’ll then cut your precious metal, anneal, pickle, shape, form and solder your ring. Together, the group will discuss different types of solder and […]

    $205

  • Matariki Kōrero Mai – Matariki 2022

    Village Community Cinema, 159 17th Ave, Tauranga Historic Village

    Leading Tauranga Moana toi Māori artists including Kereama Taepa, Whare Thompson and Que Bidois along with special guest, Tame Iti, kōrero about a range of topics such as the place of traditional and contemporary toi Māori in popular culture. Bookings essential. Visit Kōrero Mai

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  • Haka Workshop & Haka Mob

    Turning Point Trust Historic Village

    Tutor: Tāne Cook from Te Taiope Huringanui/Turning Point Time:10 am to 11am When: 19th June at the Matariki Markets Where: Taniwha street at Te Taiope Huringanui/Turning Point Cost: Koha Then come and join us for a Haka Mob at 11.30am at the Matariki Market Ko Tāne Cook tōku ingoa, he uri ahau nō Ngāi Tūhoe […]

    Koha

  • Clay & Wine: Bowls and Platters

    Pottery Studio, 58 10th Avenue, Tauranga

    Bowls and platters - for food, plants, animals, trinkets, etc. At the Pottery Studio, we indulge in social pottery making. During the 2 hours you can expect to make something and underglaze it so that it will have colour in the finished item.  We will fire it and add a clear glaze. Where: The Pottery […]

    $40

  • Clay & Wine: Oriental Food Plates & Stuff

    Pottery Studio, 58 10th Avenue, Tauranga

    Chopstick rest, sake/soju cups and bottles, sushi platters, ice bowls, tea bowls etc.. The ideas are yours but we are there if you need us The price for this workshop is $40. This includes the tutor, clay and paint, glaze, firing and glass of wine or juice Click Here to book your workshop

    $40

  • Beginners Mosaic Coaster Workshop

    Mindful Mosaics, 824A Pyes Pa Road Tauranga

    Join me for this fun and relaxed evening session where you will create 2 unique mosaic coaster masterpieces. Tiles will be laid during the session, then you will be given grout and instructions to complete your masterpiece at home when glue is dry. $50 per person including all materials. Where: 824 Pyes Pa Rd, Tauranga […]

    $50

  • Intro to Planting by the Maramataka – Matariki 2022

    The Jam Factory, Historic village, 17th Ave, Tauranga

    This is a subsidised workshop in The Incubator’s Matariki series. Bookings for all other full price workshops (Workshop 2) are open now and you may book into as many as you wish. The subsidised workshops are only open to book 10 days prior to the workshop and bookings are limited to one subsidised workshop per […]

    $10

  • Konae Kete / Raranga Workshop – Matariki 2022

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Create a small over the shoulder, two corner kete to hold your keys, phone and/or wallet. Tutor: Lacey Bartlett What: Konae Kete Date: Sunday, 26th June Where: The Artery Time: 1.30 pm to 3.30pm Cost: $55 Open to ages 12 years and up. No experience needed; you will learn the process step by step with […]

    $55

  • Sacred Rose Women Circle

    Mind your Karma Retreat & Self Development Centre, 390 Oceanbeach Road, Mount Maunganui

    Navigating Transitions - The Space In Between In this circle we will create space to acknowledge our pain, honour our lessons learnt, hold space for our wounds, and celebrate the unfolding wisdom that is the reward of this process as we navigate transitions. We will delve into ancient feminine practices to support this connection including meditation/inner journeying, visualisation, feminine ritual, dance/ mindful movement, […]

    $35.95