Events for January 20, 2025 - November 9

  • 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 by simply hammering them onto the surface. It’s also know as flower pounding, leaf bashing . You’ll be provided with an array of flowers and […]

    $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 to have and very sociable, as I learned at a local marae in Hokianga in Whirinaki. Hone helped me lots to prepare my harakeke so […]

    $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 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
  • 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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

  • 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 […]

    $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 […]

    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.  […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    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 […]

    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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    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 […]

    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' […]

    $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 […]

    Koha
  • 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 […]

    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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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 […]

    $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: […]

    $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 […]

    $35.95
  • Clay & Wine: Breakfast Set

    Pottery Studio, 58 10th Avenue, Tauranga

    Making a breakfast set such as a bowl cup and plate requires you to work with three different techniques and when finished will give you a feeling of accomplishment. Lots […]

    $40
  • Learn Embroidery Stitching

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    Tap into your creative side and learn to mend or revamp your clothes with images and symbols unique to you, or make beautiful gifts for your friends. Traditional crafts are […]

    $45
  • Photography: Skin Retouching Workshop

    Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mount Maunganui, +1 more

    Learn how from the talented Karolina Ferbei on this half-day workshop and improve your Photoshop Skills by learning about layers, masks and advanced retouching techniques that will make your clients […]

    $300
  • Rōreka Workshop / Taonga Pūoro – Matariki 2022

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

    Taonga pūoro produce organic sounds viewed as the ancestral language of Aotearoa and the land, taking the listener and tuned ear into ancient times, being wrapped up in voices originating […]

    $30
  • 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 […]

    $40
  • Watercolour Pencil Portraiture Workshop with Helen English

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    In this workshop participants will have the opportunity to develop both watercolour pencil and portrait drawing techniques to encapsulate both the subjects and their own unique characteristics. Professional watercolourist and […]

    $120
  • Sew a “Donna” Bucket Hat

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    Learn to make your own "Donna" BUCKET HAT using recycled fabrics and materials. After one workshop, you will walk away with a one-of-a-kind hat and the skills to create another. […]

    $50
  • Cross-cultural Musical Collaboration Workshops

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

    Musicians wanted for cross-cultural collaboration Info Evening Local musicians/composers Akash Dutta and Tristan Hancock are pleased to present a series of workshops to explore the wide range of cultures and […]

    Free
  • Illustration Workshop with Claire Delany: Step 2

    This workshop takes a step further into pen, in and watercolour illustration. A great opportunity for anyone wanting a more in-depth course on illustration. Perfect for anyone who has previously […]

  • Paula Knight Painting Retreat

    Papamoa

    An inspiring painting retreat over 3 whole days set in Paula's studio at Papamoa Beach! This includes all painting materials and tuition, delicious snacks and drinks and a gorgeous lunch […]

    $1500
  • Sew an Embroidered Patch

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    Tap into your creative side and learn to mend or revamp your clothes with images and symbols unique to you, or make beautiful gifts for your friends. Traditional crafts are […]

    $45
  • Papamoa Hills Māori History Walk (Track)

    Papamoa Hills

    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 […]

    Koha
  • Tauranga Astronomical Society:

    Otumoetai Sports & Recreation Club, Tilby Drive, Fergusson Park, Matua, tauranga

    Guest Speaker: Gary Sparks - Archaeo-Astrology in Peru Meetings are held in the Otumoetai Sports and Recreation Club building, Fergusson Park, end of Tilby Drive, Matua, Tauranga on the 2nd […]

    $5
  • Repair Cafe Coming to Tauranga’s CBD

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    Help us make this happen! We’re jumping on board with the global movement to repair and recycle and minimise waste with a new REPAIR CAFÉ in Tauranga’s CBD Want to […]

  • Fugly Mugs ! Ceramic Workshop

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Love a good mug? Wanna make your own SUPER unique one, with any kind of crazy embellishment you can dream of ? Perhaps one with a nose? Or, an eyeball? […]

    $120
  • Artist Talk with Dame Robin White

    Tauranga Art Gallery, 108 Willow St, Tauranga

    The Tauranga Art Galley invites you to a special artist talk with Dame Robin White at 5:30pm on Saturday 30 July.  RSVP is encouraged, please click here to register Robin will […]

  • Spoons, Stirrers & Servers

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Did you know how many different types of spoons there are? Go get inspired, because here’s your chance to make one spoon to rule them all! ​Sophie will guide you […]

    $55
  • Create a Concertina Sketchbook

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    Do traditional sketchbooks bother you? Would you like to learn to work more freely? Want to get excited about your creativity? Are you looking for a new direction in your […]

    $200
  • Waste Free Living with Kate Meads

    Waihi Beach Community Hall, 106 Bach Rd, Waihi Beach

    Have you ever wondered what happens to your waste once you put your bag or bin out? Have you noticed the excessively increasing amounts of packaging? Are you recycling right? […]

    $16.80
  • Kintsugi Workshop

    The Artery, Historic Village 17th Ave West, Tauranga

    After 3 sold out workshops, Ema Frost is returning in August for another set of Kintsugi Workshops. Her morning session has almost sold out and she has added an afternoon […]

    $149
  • Coptic Stitch Bookbinding

    The Remaker Space, 27 Spring St, Tauranga

    Bookbinding is one of the most versatile skills a maker can add to their toolbelt. From sketchbooks and diaries to one-of-a-kind gifts and heirloom keepsakes – the possibilities are endless […]

    $100
  • Painting Night Flowers with China Ink

    Weekend a la mer, 13E Sagewood Road, Whakamarama, Tauranga

    Would you love to be an artist ? This is your opportunity ! Create a beautiful painting amongst a small group of like-minded people. Spread the word. When: Friday 19th […]

    $70
  • Rongoā Balms Workshop with Nettie Black

    The Creative Campus, Historic Village, 17th Ave, Tauranga

    In this workshop you will learn how to make balm for your first aid kit and family care with native plants. We will learn karakia and tikanga around harvesting. Learn […]

    $75
  • Glow Worm Photography

    Waitomo Caves

    Capture a Universe in a Cave Join us on this amazing experience exploring one of the most beautiful glowworm caves in Waitomo! We will explore by foot by boat in […]

    $400
  • Painting Night Pastels

    Weekend a la mer, 13E Sagewood Road, Whakamarama, Tauranga

    Would you love to be an artist ? This is your opportunity ! Create a beautiful painting amongst a small group of like-minded people. Spread the word. When: Friday 16th […]

    $80
  • Move Your Voice Workshop

    Ohauiti Hall, 459 Ohauiti Road, Tauranga

    A workshop of breath and sound, this is an invitation to dive into the world of voice.  Everyone is welcome with or without singing abilities. It is an opportunity to […]

    $15 – $30
  • Movement Connections Workshop

    Ohauiti Hall, 459 Ohauiti Road, Tauranga

    A wholesome way of training This is a workshop that is designed to help us understand how to move efficiently, easily and expressively. Exercises are nourishing to the system and […]

    $15 – $30
  • Forklift Licence

    Forklift Licence
    Active Endorsements, 2 Dunlop Road, Te Puke

    Forklift • This will give you an OSH Licence, which needs to be renewed every three years.  You will be able to use a Forklift in a controlled environment. Forklift […]

  • Rummikub in Katikati

    Rummikub in Katikati
    Katikati Bowling Club, 8 Park Rd, Katikati

    When:  Every Thursday .. 1 to 4 pm Where: Katikati Bowling Club, 8 Park Rd, Katikati Cost: $3.00  includes  afternoon tea

    $3
  • Yoga in Ohauiti: Vinyasa Flow

    Yoga in Ohauiti: Vinyasa Flow
    Ohauiti Hall, 459 Ohauiti Road, Tauranga

    You are very welcome to come to one of my classes and experience yoga.  This Community Yoga Class is for Embodiment Yoga. All classes are suitable for everyone ( Beginners, […]

    $15
  • Bay City Rockers

    Bay City Rockers
    Senior Citizens Hall, 14 Norris St, Tauranga

    Rock'n'Roll plus other popular dances, including waltz, & some line dancing. Our emphasis is on having fun, dancing and meeting new people. Small charge & supper provided. Day : Thursday Evenings […]

    $3
  • Katikati Concert Band

    Katikati Concert Band
    Katikati Bowling Club, 8 Park Rd, Katikati

    All brass, woodwind and percussion players of all ages and abilities are welcome. Whether you are getting back into playing after a long break from your instrument or mastering a […]

  • Introduction to Square Dancing

    Introduction to Square Dancing
    St Enochs Church Hall, 16th Ave, Tauranga

    We have  informal learning sessions, lots of laughs as Square Dancing is fun, we don’t teach Rounds to learners we let them concentrate on the basic moves. No experience needed, […]

    $20
  • School of Historical Arts

    School of Historical Arts
    Greerton Community Hall, 1263 Cameron Rd, Greerton, Tauranga

    We are a group that trains Medieval and Historical martial arts as a sport. Focus is primarily on sword work with the aim to improve our skills, interpret the styles […]

    $10
  • Samba de Gafieira Dance Classes

    Samba de Gafieira Dance Classes
    Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mount Maunganui,

    Samba de Gafieira is a fun partner dance style sometime called "Happy Tango". The music is generally up-beat, creating a little spring in your step. At The Dance Factory we […]

    $80
  • Bolivia Omokoroa

    Bolivia Omokoroa
    Omokoroa Bowling Club, Hamurana Rd, Omokoroa

    Bolivia is a card game for four people playing in partnerships using two decks of cards and four jokers. Great way to meet new people and exercise your brain a […]

    $3
  • 500 Cards in Te Puke

    500 Cards in Te Puke
    Lyceum Clubrooms, 8 Palmer Place, Te Puke

    Want to learn to play 500 ? Know how to play and looking for fellow players ? Come along and meet this happy group and join their weekly games. Phone […]

    Free
  • Rummikub in Te Puke

    Rummikub in Te Puke
    Lyceum Club, 8 Palmer Court, Te Puke

    Want to learn to play Rummikub (or 500) ? Know how to play and looking for fellow players ? Come along and meet this happy group and join their weekly […]

    $3
  • Wine & Clay: Friday Open Night

    Wine & Clay: Friday Open Night
    Pottery Studio, 58 10th Avenue, Tauranga

    Interested in clay ? Everyone welcome. Bring a friend.  No experience necessary. Looking for a great new hobby and the opportunity to meet with others? Designed to work in with […]

    $40
  • West Coast Swing Classes

    West Coast Swing Classes
    KJ Studios, 8/47 Waihi Rd, Judea, Tauranga

    West Coast Swing Block Course West Coast Swing is a partner dance with roots in the Lindy Hop. It is characterised by an elastic look that results from its extension-compression […]

    $15
  • Tauranga Radio Sailing Club

    Tauranga Radio Sailing Club
    Scoria Close, Lake Taurikura, Tauriko, Tauranga

    Come and see what it's all about. Meeting Times: Saturdays 11am until 4pm Wednesdays 1pm until 4pm approx Venue:  Scoria Close, Lake Taurikura, Tauriko, Tauranga Email: tgarsc@gmail.com

    Free