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UID:10036501-1897842600-1897849800@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Young at Art Classes
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday evenings 6.30pm – 8.30pm: Click for info\nDiscover the amazing freedom that Mixed Media can bring.\nFeel liberated in using different mediums together\, to express your feelings and your emotions. You can work on different substrates (i.e. paper\, cardboard\, canvas\, wood). Learn to recycle\, up-cycle\, re-use\, revamp \nCost:  Casual sessions $55   Check for term fee \nThese classes run with the school-term.\nThe groups are for all levels of experience.\nThey are very friendly and supportive of each other and we also have good FUN !
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/young-at-art-classes-2/2030-02-20/
CATEGORIES:Mixed Media
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ORGANIZER;CN="Young at Art Studio":MAILTO:youngatartdownunder@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300221T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20210721T190759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T081627Z
UID:10038325-1897896600-1897905600@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Society of Artists: Oil Painting
DESCRIPTION:Karen Pritchard is Leader of the Thursday art group. We are a friendly bunch\, interested in each other’s work and multiple media techniques. We have several artists skilled in the use of oil paint\, acrylics and water colours. \nThe last Thursday of each month an artist in the group will share four of their pictures.\nLearn about using a variety of art methods\, advice and support with your art work is available. \nThe use of oil paints can require solvents and strong smelling liquids which do not suit everyone. We set aside this special time for our special members who love these smells and produce amazing works with their medium of oil paints. Come and join the oil painting group if this is you\, every Thursday morning of each month. New members are always welcome. \nWhen:  Every Thursday morning\nWhere: Art Society Centre\, 171 A Elizabeth Street West\, Tauranga \nFor more details: \nKaren Pritchard – 544 6574 or 021 197.3737
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/society-of-artists-oil-painting/2030-02-21/
LOCATION:Society of Artists\, 171 A Elizabeth St West\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Oil Painting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tauranga Society of Artists":MAILTO:admin@taurangaart.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300221T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300221T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20250127T183952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T214337Z
UID:10036922-1897927200-1897932600@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts
DESCRIPTION:Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts focuses on teaching highly effective self-defence and a comprehensive martial arts system in a family friendly environment. \nOur art is taught in an environment of mutual respect and cooperation that builds confidence and self-esteem. \nAn evolutionary martial art holistically encompassing elements of traditional Okinawan karate\, kata and self-defence (bunkai) stand up sparring (K1 style)\, throwing\, ground fighting\, traditional weaponry (kobudo) and internal arts (Qi Gong) in a comprehensive syllabus. \nClass times \nTuesday and Thursdays 6-00pm – 7.30pm \nMount Maunganui Intermediate School Hall \nWelcome to pop in during class time to have a chat \nFind more information here: www.martialarts.co.nz \nContact Us \nKiaido Ryu Martial Arts – The Mount Dojo \nPhone/txt: 021 0333 090 \nEmail: mountmartialarts@gmail.com \nFacebook : https://www.facebook.com/KiaidoRyuTheMount
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/kiaido-ryu-martial-arts/2030-02-21/
LOCATION:Mount Maunganui Intermediate School Hall\, 21 Lodge Ave\, Mt Maunganui
CATEGORIES:Mental Wellbeing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/KRM-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts":MAILTO:mountmartialarts@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300222T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20230211T090516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T224031Z
UID:10035360-1897984800-1898002800@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Tauranga Patchwork & Quilters Group
DESCRIPTION:Members of the group meet at the Art and Craft Centre \, 177 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga \nVisitors welcome.\nMeets:-\nSecond & Fourth Fridays; 10am – 3pm\nFacebook link \nFor more information contact: \nEmail: taurangaquilters@gmail.com
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/tauranga-patchwork-quilters-group-2-2/2030-02-22/
LOCATION:Art and Craft Centre \, 177 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Patchwork,Quilting
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Patchwork-Club-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Patchwork & Quilters Group":MAILTO:taurangaquilters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300222T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300222T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20251210T105654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T110119Z
UID:10037198-1898013600-1898024400@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Painting Night Watercolours with Audrey Dubois
DESCRIPTION:French artist Audrey Dubois holds painting workshops each month. \nPainting Night\nDay: Every third Friday of the month\nTime: From 6.00 to 9.00 pm.\nVenue:  13E Sagewood Road\, Whakamaramara\, Tauranga \nPainting Night Watercolours– Friday\, 23rd January 2026\nWould you love to be an artist ? This is your opportunity ! \nCreate a beautiful watercolour painting amongst a small group of like-minded people. Spread the word.  Audrey has a few models : flowers\, animals\, landscape\, abstract design… \nPrice : 70$ pp\nMore info:\nPhone:  0225021671 – Audrey Dubois\nEmail: audrey.duboisnz@gmail.com \nENROL HERE \nComing up in 2026: TBA
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/painting-night-with-audrey-dubois-2-2/2030-02-22/
LOCATION:Audrey’s Atelier\, 13 E Sagewood Rd\, Whakamaramara\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Acrylic Painting,All mediums,Pastels,Watercolours
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audrey Dubois":MAILTO:audrey.duboisnz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300223T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300223T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20220203T102641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T002803Z
UID:10031706-1898067600-1898071200@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Taijiquan & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Join the Taiji/Qigong group.  All welcome. \nDays: Saturdays and Wednesdays\nTime: 9am\nPlace:  Kulim Park on the beach by big rock.\nCost:  Free \nContact Petro for further details.\nPhone: 021 751 665
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/taijiquan-qigong/2030-02-23/
LOCATION:Kulim Park\, 101 Kulim Avenue\, Otumoetai\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Free,Tai Chi
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Exercise-Qigong.jpg
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300223T120000
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CREATED:20230421T010438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T101830Z
UID:10035939-1898071200-1898078400@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Cardmaking at Craftables
DESCRIPTION:Most Saturday mornings we run a Cardmaking Class where Paula teaches a Cardmaking Project. The class ruins from 10am to approx 12.30pm. \nThe class is suited to all levels of skill\, Paula will help you through if you are a beginner\, of=r you can forge ahead and follow her detailed instructions if you want to. Come along and check it out\, this class is a  great way to meet new friends and have fun while doing it. \nThe price includes the product needed to make to the project\, and refreshments are served. \nWe will bring along a mini shop with us of standard consumables\, along with our latest products. \nIf you are interested in attending one of these Saturday Classes as you are visiting our region\, or are a local and would like to come along to see what all the fuss is about please book using this link and we will contact you to confirm details. \nOr call us on 07 579 4615 or email : mike@craftables.co.nz \nClick on this link to register for our next class \nhttps://craftables.co.nz/products/registration-of-interest-in-saturday-morning-cardmaking-classes-tepuna-hall \n\n\n\nWhere:  the Te Puna Memorial Hall (just off the big roundabout and behind the BP Station station on SH2)\nWhen:  Saturday mornings from 10.00 pm- 12.00pm\nCost:  $18 (this includes the product and instructions to make the card). \nCheck out all the available Cardmaking Kits \nCheck out the Craftables Calendar for upcoming classes & events. \nMake sure you book in if you’re keen to join us! \nPhone: 07 579 4615 \nCheck out what’s happening on Facebook !
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/cardmaking-at-craftables-2/2030-02-23/
LOCATION:Te Puna Memorial Hall\, 3 Te Puna Rd\, Te Puna
CATEGORIES:Papercrafts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Craftables":MAILTO:mike@craftables.co.nz or paula@creaftables.co.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300223T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300223T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20250808T032835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T033012Z
UID:10034345-1898083800-1898091000@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Lines & Lyrics Poetry Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Lines and Lyrics is now running twice a month\, at Greerton and Tauranga library \nAn invitation to poets and poets-to-be. \nMeetings are informal\, but focused sessions\, that can help you with your poetry writing by sharing with others. \nWhatever kind of poetry you write\, whoever you are writing for\, you will be most welcome. Open to everyone\, from beginners to experienced writers. If you are interested in sharing your poems and for some friendly and helpful feedback Lines and Lyrics is for you. \nInitially\, sessions will be facilitated by Jenny Argante\, who has been teaching creative writing for over thirty years. However\, as equals\, each of us will contribute our own input and response as we listen and learn together. \n \nPlease note the following session are open to adults. \nTe Ao Mārama – Tauranga Library (2nd Tuesday of the month) \n\nTuesday\, 9 September 2-4pm\nTuesday\, 14 October 2-4pm\nTuesday\, 11 November 2-4pm\n\nTe Ao Mārama – Greerton Library (4th Saturday of the month) \n\nSaturday\, 23 August 1.30-3.30pm\n\n\nSaturday\, 27 September 1.30-3.30pm\n\n\nSaturday\, 25 October 1.30-3.30pm\n\n\nSaturday\, 22 November 1.30-3.30pm\n\nThis is a community initiative supported by Te Ao Mārama – Tauranga City Libraries and all queries and registrations should be directed to Jenny Argante – info.redhenbooks@gmail.com
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/lines-lyrics-poetry-sessions/2030-02-23/
LOCATION:Greerton Library\, 139 Greerton Road\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Creative Writing,Poetry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lines & Lyrics":MAILTO:info.linesandlyrics@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300223T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300223T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20230712T074201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T222539Z
UID:10041106-1898092800-1898098200@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Rhythm 'n' Fun Line Dancing Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy learning to dance\, making new friends\, exercising your mind and body as well as extending your social life. Friendly classes.  Newcomers and beginners welcome. If you need to know more….. \nBUT you must contact Pat before coming to your first class.\nNo classes during during School Holidays & Public Holidays \nTauranga\nDay: Saturday\nTime:\nBeginners 4 pm to 5 pm \nVenue: Wesley Church\, 100 13th Ave\, Tauranga \nCost: $7 \nPhone: Pat Wilson  021 0271 2467\nEmail:  patdancer01@gmail.com \nAlso groups in Tauranga on Mondays\, Tuesdays & Wednesdays\nNOTE: Please contact Pat before coming to your first class.\nNo classes during during School Holidays & Public Holidays
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/rhythm-n-fun-line-dancing/2030-02-23/
LOCATION:Wesley Church\, 100 13th Ave\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Line Dancing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Line-Dancing-Pat.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Pat Wilson":MAILTO:patdancer01@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T083000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20260218T182330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T182330Z
UID:10039337-1898152200-1898164800@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Urban Sketching :
DESCRIPTION:Next Sketch Up : TBA\nBruce marketedgenz@gmail.com 021 730 705 \nSketch On !! \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUrban Sketchers see the world one drawing at a time. Join us as we let our drawings tell a story of our surroundings\, the places we live and the places we travel.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe essence of Urban Sketching is to draw on location\, indoors or out\, and capture what we see from direct observation.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll levels of sketchers are encouraged\, from beginner to advanced\, using whatever medium you prefer.\n\n\nSharing ideas and enjoying our drawing in a social\, relaxed community of sketchers is what we are all about.\n\n\nPlease bring your own sketching materials and other items like sunscreen\, hat\, a seat\, water\, etc.\, as required for outdoor sketching. We will meet at a particular location at a specified time and then the choice of what subject to draw is yours. We will usually get together again after about 2 hours to share our work and socialise.\n\n\nWe love to share our work while observing the guidelines outlined in our manifesto.\nContact:\nPhone: 021 730 705 (Bruce)\nEmail: marketedgenz@gmail.com\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Urban-Sketchers-Tauranga-111933961272856/
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/urban-sketching-historic-village-2/2030-02-24/
LOCATION:Dive Crescent\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Art Clubs,Sketching
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ORGANIZER;CN="Urban Sketchers Tauranga":MAILTO:marketedgenz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20190827T212706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T210153Z
UID:10033102-1898154000-1898182800@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Bread Making - All types
DESCRIPTION:Begin your bread-making adventure today ! \nChiabatta & brioche\,  French bread\, sourdough\, wholemeal milk and honey bread….. \nJoin a group or choose your date and create your own group.\nAll class fees are donated to Parkinson research. \nCost:  $65\, morning tea and lunch provided.\nClass fees received go to Parkinson Research. \nContact: Barbara Fitzgibbon\nPhone:  021 024 819 50\nEmail: bbfitz2@icloud.com
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/bread-making-all-types/2030-02-24/
LOCATION:Oropi
CATEGORIES:Breadmaking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Breads.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Barbara Fitzgibbon":MAILTO:bbfitz2@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20250524T212025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T212025Z
UID:10033681-1898157600-1898175600@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Model Aircraft Flying
DESCRIPTION:The Tauranga Model Aircraft Club has facilities at Tect Park which are always open for members of the public to attend and watch their activities. \nWeekends and Wednesdays are the most popular but only when the weather is suitable. \nCheck https://www.facebook.com/groups/taurangamac or\nContact Dave on 021 909 407 to check the weather conditions are good for flying.
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/model-aircraft-flying-2-4-2-2/2030-02-24/
LOCATION:Tect Park\, State Highway 36\, Tauranga-Rotorua Road
CATEGORIES:Bloke Clubs,Radio Controlled Models
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/ModelFlying-logo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Marriott":MAILTO:taurangamodelfly@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20230311T051049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T050335Z
UID:10037081-1898164800-1898175600@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Papamoa Country Music Club
DESCRIPTION:A Warm Welcome to All\nA wonderful club full of warm friendly people\, high quality singers and a first rate band.\nThe club meets monthly on the 4th Sunday of the month at the Sports Centre\, Gordon Spratt Domain at 1pm.  Includes afternoon tea. \nWhen: 4th Sunday of the month 12pm – 3pm\nWhere: Sports Centre\, Gordon Spratt Domain\, Parton Rd\, Papamoa\nCost: $5 per adult (includes afternoon tea) \nContact: Mike 0274 597 505 \nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Papamoa-Country-Music-Club-Inc-200543270457465/
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/papamoa-country-music-club-2/2030-02-24/
LOCATION:Pāpāmoa Sport & Rec Centre\, 80 Alice Lane\,  Pāpāmoa\, Spratt Reserve\, Off Parton Rd\, Papamoa
CATEGORIES:Clubs,Country Music,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Papamoa-Country-Music-Club-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Feisst":MAILTO:mikefeisst@xtra.co.nz
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20260127T205020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T211609Z
UID:10039982-1898164800-1898182800@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:U3A Groups 2026
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 U3A handbook is on their website now \nHave a look.  You won’t believe the number of interest groups of all kinds that meet regularly in the wider Tauranga and Katikati area.\nThere are more than 70 ! so too many to individually list here. \nGo to the Handbook. Join U3A and join a group.
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/u3a-groups-2026/2030-02-24/
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community Groups,Film,Garden,History,Languages,Lifestyles,Music,Outdoor Recreation,Singing,Theatre,Writing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/U3A-e1475943433640.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20260206T055554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T095634Z
UID:10040715-1898168400-1898177400@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Mount RSA Country Music Club
DESCRIPTION:Country Music! The last Sunday of every month. Join us at Mount Maunganui RSA for your favourite Country Music Classics performed live! \nWhere : Mt Maunganui RSA\, 5 Macville Rd\, Mt Maunganui\nWhen : Last Sunday of the month 1pm -3.30pm\nCost :  TBA \nContact : Julz & Alan  hulton-family@xtra.co.nz
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/mount-country-music-club/2030-02-24/
LOCATION:Mount RSA\, 5 Macville Road\, Mount Maunganui
CATEGORIES:Country Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Music-Mt-Country.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20230311T050522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T231511Z
UID:10035218-1898170200-1898179200@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Medieval Sword Fighting
DESCRIPTION:The Northern Horde of Tauranga are a Medieval re-enactment group\, we meet for combat training\, archery\, dance and crafts. \nLearn to fight with swords\, axes\, spears etc in a controlled and safe environment. \nWhere: Memorial Park\, Tauranga\nWhen: Sundays 1.30pm \nFor info: Charlie: 021 296 0215
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/medieval-sword-fighting-2/2030-02-24/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, 11th Avenue\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Metal Craft,Re-enactments,Woodcraft
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Blokes-Northern-Horde.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Northern Horde Medieval Group":MAILTO:GoTheHorde@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20260501T062411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T104453Z
UID:10041912-1898179200-1898197200@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Fun in French with Shelley - All levels
DESCRIPTION:All levels offered from Beginners to Advanced.\n\n\n\n\n\n* Beginner French\nCourse Description: This class will arm you with the basics for surviving in a French speaking country – greetings\, shopping\, eating out\, meeting people etc. – in a fun\, friendly interactive way.  Speaking even a modest amount of French will have a tremendous pay-off in terms of enjoyment and interaction with the locals. \n* Next Step after Beginners – Confidence Builder\nCourse outline: Class for those who have completed the 10 week beginner course and wish to build up confidence and extend their skills. This is also a good class for False Beginners – those who have done some French but a while ago and want to get back into the swing of things again. Emphasis on communication skills. \n* Intermediate French – Use it\, don’t lose it !\nCourse Description: If you have some beginner French\, don’t want to lose it but also want to enjoy SPEAKING French rather than just reading it then this is the class  for you. This course is adapted to suit the level of participating students. Lots of interaction covering useful social situations. Learning and fun combined. \n* Advanced Conversational French – On parle de tout\, on s’amuse\, tout en français\nCourse Description: Learning and fun combined. This 8-10 week class operates on an on-going basis and is designed for students who wish to improve\, regain or maintain their fluency. The class is conducted entirely in French. \nClick here for details re all levels of French\nFor more info:\nFrench With Shelley\nPhone: 07 578 9416\nEmail: shelley@lovefrench.nz\nWebsite: www.frenchwithshelley.co.nz \nCost: $150 for the 10 week course \nMerci beaucoup.
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/fun-in-french-with-shelley-all-levels-6/2030-02-24/
CATEGORIES:French,Travel
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/French-Promos1-e1484865929555.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="French with Shelley":MAILTO:shelley@lovefrench.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300225T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300225T143000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20240127T013051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T225044Z
UID:10035602-1898242200-1898260200@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Papamoa Patchers
DESCRIPTION:Visitors and prospective new members are warmly welcomed. \nWhen:  Mondays at 9.30am\nWhere:  St Andrew’s Church Hall\, Dee Street\, Mount Maunganui.\nTime: 9.30 am-2.30 pm on 1st and 3rd Monday and 9.30am- 12.30pm on 2nd and 4th Monday each month. \nContact :  Phone 021 188 5840 for any further information.\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/papamoapatchers
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/papamoa-patchers/2030-02-25/
LOCATION:St Andrews Church\, Cnr Dee & Macville Streets\, Mount Maunganui
CATEGORIES:Patchwork
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ORGANIZER;CN="Papamoa Patchers":MAILTO:papamoapatchers1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300225T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20260117T113846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T113846Z
UID:10038758-1898242200-1898265600@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Drawing For Pleasure: Tauranga Society of Artists
DESCRIPTION:Should you be new to the drawing class you will be very welcome\, with a number of ‘old hands’ happy and willing to share their skills.\nMICHELANGELO quote: “Let whoever may have attained the power of drawing know that they hold a treasure.” \n\n\n\nSecond and Fourth Monday Mornings of each month\nMorning 9.30 – 12.00\nDrawing for pleasure\nAfternoon 12.00 – 4.00\nA continuation of the morning sessions\, as above\, but with no tutor. The rooms are open and all members are welcome to bring their drawing work\, in any medium.\n\nContact:   Convenor – Carol Macintyre
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/drawing-for-pleasure-tauranga-society-of-artists-2/2030-02-25/
LOCATION:Elizabeth Street Community & Arts Centre\, 169 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Drawing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tauranga Society of Artists":MAILTO:admin@taurangaart.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300225T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20260124T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T215629Z
UID:10039240-1898251200-1898254800@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Art in the Library
DESCRIPTION:We’re trialling a new programme for adults this term at Tauranga Library that we hope you’ll find inspiring: Lunchtime Art in the Library \nEach week we’ll explore a different technique or style\, including perspective\, still life\, watercolour\, and stylised portraits. These 60-minute drop-in sessions are suitable for beginner and intermediate learners. Bring your lunch along and enjoy getting creative on your lunch break! \nBegins: Monday\, 9 February \nTime: 12 noon–1pm \nFirst topic: Sketching Basics \nFree. Please let us know you’re coming by registering here: tinyurl.com/24rfu3fj \nHave a look at The Programme
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/lunchtime-art-in-the-library/2030-02-25/
LOCATION:Tauranga Library – Te Ao Mārama\, 21 Devonport Road\, 21 Devonport Road\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Drawing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tauranga Libraries - Te Ao M%C4%81rama":MAILTO:library@tauranga.govt.nz 
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300225T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20240123T214700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T024849Z
UID:10032661-1898269200-1898278200@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Rhythm 'n' Fun Line Dancing Mondays Tauranga
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy learning to dance\, making new friends\, exercising your mind and body as well as extending your social life. Friendly classes.  Newcomers and beginners welcome.\nBUT you must contact Pat before coming to your first class.\nNo classes during during School Holidays &  Public Holidays \nIf you need to know more….. \nTauranga\nDay: Monday Evenings\nTime:\n5.00pm – 6.00pm  Beginners\n6.00 pm – 7.00 pm  Improvers \nVenue: Wesley Methodist Church Hall\, 100 13th Avenue\, Tauranga \nPhone: Pat Wilson on 544 2574  or 021 0271 2467\nEmail:  patdancer01@gmail.com \nDaytime Line Dancing sessions at the same venue on Tuesdays\, & Wednesdays & Saturdays.\nNOTE: Please contact Pat before coming to your first class.\nNo classes during during School Holidays &  Public Holidays
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/rhythm-n-fun-line-dancing-3-2/2030-02-25/
LOCATION:Wesley Church\, 100 13th Ave\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Line Dancing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pat Wilson":MAILTO:patdancer01@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300225T191500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300225T213000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20230211T082904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T215952Z
UID:10034957-1898277300-1898285400@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Tauranga Scottish Country Dance Club
DESCRIPTION:Beginner Classes\nWhen: Mondays\nWhat Time: To be advised\nWhere: St John’s Church Hall\, 94 Bureta Road\, Otumoetai\nCost: To be advised \nClub Dancing\nWhen: Mondays\nWhat Time: 7.15pm – 9.30pm\nWhere: St John’s Church Hall\, 94 Bureta Road\, Otumoetai\nCost: $4.00 Door Fee plus an Annual Subscription to join the club \nFor more info:\nContact: Bruce Wallen\nPhone: 021 630 529\nEmail: taurangascdclub@gmail.com
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/tauranga-scottish-country-dance-club-2/2030-02-25/
LOCATION:St John’s Church Hall\, 94 Bureta Road\, Otumoetai
CATEGORIES:Scottish
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tauranga Scottish Country Dance Club":MAILTO:taurangascdclub@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T103000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20250408T131009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T131031Z
UID:10032981-1898328600-1898332200@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Yoga for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:We are a U3A group so are all active seniors. Our tutor has developed a program that is geared for all levels of fitness. Jess does not make judgements around what poses look like but rather encourages us to connect with our physical body through the use of breath and being present. \nDay: Tuesday mornings \nTime: 9.30 am to 10.30 am. \nTutor: Jess MacMillan\, teaching Hatha Yoga \nCo-conveners: Catherine Geeves\, 021 415 660 Jan Morrison\, 027 242 1869 \nVenue: Baden Powell Centre\, 46 Harrisfield Drive\, Hairini \nCost: $7 per session for venue hire & tutor \nThese classes are organized through U3A \nIt is mandatory for attendees to join U3A after trying the class for 3 times\, the cost being $25/year\, plus a once only fee of $10 for a name badge in the first year of joining.\nClick here for more info regarding the wide variety of U3A groups.
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/yoga-for-seniors/2030-02-26/
LOCATION:Baden Powell Centre\, 46 Harrisfield Drive\, Hairini
CATEGORIES:Ageing Well,Yoga
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Yoga-U3A-e1482132942847.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20240123T215648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T025116Z
UID:10032722-1898330400-1898334000@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Rhythm 'n' Fun Line Dancing Tuesdays Tauranga
DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy learning to dance\, making new friends\, exercising your mind and body as well as extending your social life. Friendly classes.  Newcomers and beginners welcome.\nBUT you must contact Pat before coming to your first class.\nIf you need to know more….. \nTauranga\nDay: Tuesday Mornings\nTime:\n10.00pm – 11.00pm  Absolute Beginners\nVenue: Wesley Methodist Church Hall\, 100 13th Avenue\, Tauranga \nPhone: Pat Wilson on 544 2574  or 021 0271 2467\nEmail:  patdancer01@gmail.com \nDaytime Line Dancing sessions at the same venue on Mondays\,  Wednesdays & Saturdays. \nNOTE: Please contact Pat before coming to your first class.\nNo classes during during School Holidays & Public Holidays
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/46337/2030-02-26/
LOCATION:Wesley Church\, 100 13th Ave\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Line Dancing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pat Wilson":MAILTO:patdancer01@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20230704T022523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T195202Z
UID:10034647-1898330400-1898352000@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Senior Net
DESCRIPTION:Senior Net Classes \nLearn from somebody your own age. SeniorNet is a community training network that supports and motivates people to enjoy and use technology in their everyday lives. Daytime classes Monday to Friday. Check out the timetable here. \n \nWe specialise in improving the computer skills for adults over 40 years of age\, so that they have somewhere to go to meet other like-minded people who also want to improve or volunteer to assist others in learning about computers and hear about the latest computer technologies\, through the regular courses and workshops that we offer. \nWe provide small\, friendly and stress-free computer classes\, where you will gain the necessary skills and confidence you need to get the most out of information technology. \nClubrooms: the Historic Village\, 17th Ave\, Tauranga\nContact: The Secretary\nPhone: 577 1912  or 021 277 1912\nEmail: tauranga@seniornet.nz\nWebsite: www.taurangaseniornet.co.nz \n  \n 
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/senior-net/2030-02-26/
LOCATION:Historic Village\, 17th Ave\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Clubs,Computing IT
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senior Net%2C Historic Village%2C 17th Ave%2C Tauranga":MAILTO:tauranga@seniornet.nz
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20230720T052644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T105058Z
UID:10041979-1898343000-1898370000@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Fun in French with Shelley - All levels
DESCRIPTION:All levels offered from Beginners to Advanced.\n\n\n\n\n\n* Beginner French\nCourse Description: This class will arm you with the basics for surviving in a French speaking country – greetings\, shopping\, eating out\, meeting people etc. – in a fun\, friendly interactive way.  Speaking even a modest amount of French will have a tremendous pay-off in terms of enjoyment and interaction with the locals. \n* Next Step after Beginners – Confidence Builder\nCourse outline: Class for those who have completed the 10 week beginner course and wish to build up confidence and extend their skills. This is also a good class for False Beginners – those who have done some French but a while ago and want to get back into the swing of things again. Emphasis on communication skills. \n* Intermediate French – Use it\, don’t lose it !\nCourse Description: If you have some beginner French\, don’t want to lose it but also want to enjoy SPEAKING French rather than just reading it then this is the class  for you. This course is adapted to suit the level of participating students. Lots of interaction covering useful social situations. Learning and fun combined. \n* Advanced Conversational French – On parle de tout\, on s’amuse\, tout en français\nCourse Description: Learning and fun combined. This 8-10 week class operates on an on-going basis and is designed for students who wish to improve\, regain or maintain their fluency. The class is conducted entirely in French. \nClick here for details re all levels of French\nFor more info:\nFrench With Shelley\nPhone: 07 578 9416\nEmail: shelley@lovefrench.nz\nWebsite: www.frenchwithshelley.co.nz \nCost: $150 for the 10 week course \nMerci beaucoup.
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/fun-in-french-with-shelley-all-levels-2/2030-02-26/
CATEGORIES:French,Travel
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ORGANIZER;CN="French with Shelley":MAILTO:shelley@lovefrench.nz
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T153000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20260306T105609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T110638Z
UID:10041647-1898350200-1898359200@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Line Dancing Pāpāmoa
DESCRIPTION:Come and join fun classes that are good for your body\, mind and soul. It is a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and everybody is welcome. \nWhen :\nAbsolute beginner class: Tuesdays 3.30pm – 4.15 pm\nBeginner class: Tuesdays 4.30 pm- 5.45 pm \nVenue :\nPāpāmoa Sport and Rec Centre\, Gordon Spratt Reserve \,\noff Parton Road Reserve \nCost : $7.00 \nFor more information or to enrol: \nContact : Robyn Merritt\nPhone :  0210649278\nEmail : robynmerritt1@gmail.com
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/line-dancing-papamoa/2030-02-26/
LOCATION:Pāpāmoa Sport & Rec Centre\, 80 Alice Lane\,  Pāpāmoa\, Spratt Reserve\, Off Parton Rd\, Papamoa
CATEGORIES:Line Dancing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robyn Merritt":MAILTO:robynmerritt1@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20250127T183952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T214337Z
UID:10036923-1898359200-1898364600@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts
DESCRIPTION:Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts focuses on teaching highly effective self-defence and a comprehensive martial arts system in a family friendly environment. \nOur art is taught in an environment of mutual respect and cooperation that builds confidence and self-esteem. \nAn evolutionary martial art holistically encompassing elements of traditional Okinawan karate\, kata and self-defence (bunkai) stand up sparring (K1 style)\, throwing\, ground fighting\, traditional weaponry (kobudo) and internal arts (Qi Gong) in a comprehensive syllabus. \nClass times \nTuesday and Thursdays 6-00pm – 7.30pm \nMount Maunganui Intermediate School Hall \nWelcome to pop in during class time to have a chat \nFind more information here: www.martialarts.co.nz \nContact Us \nKiaido Ryu Martial Arts – The Mount Dojo \nPhone/txt: 021 0333 090 \nEmail: mountmartialarts@gmail.com \nFacebook : https://www.facebook.com/KiaidoRyuTheMount
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/kiaido-ryu-martial-arts/2030-02-26/
LOCATION:Mount Maunganui Intermediate School Hall\, 21 Lodge Ave\, Mt Maunganui
CATEGORIES:Mental Wellbeing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/KRM-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kiaido Ryu Martial Arts":MAILTO:mountmartialarts@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T181500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T213000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20230211T082008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T133418Z
UID:10041367-1898360100-1898371800@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Chess Mount Maunganui
DESCRIPTION:The Challenge of Chess for the whole family\nCome along and enjoy the atmosphere and the fun challenge of a game of chess. \nStandard chess rules apply.\nIncludes casual games. \nJust visit and see if chess is for you! \nOn Tuesday 6.15 pm-7 pm for learning players and 7.00pm onwards for any player. Includes casual chess.\n\nDay: Tuesdays (excl. Public holidays)\n\n\nTime: 6.15 pm-7 pm for learners\, 7.00pm – 9.30pm onwards for any player. Includes casual chess. \nLocation:  Mount Maunganui RSA\, 544 Maunganui Road\, the Mount. \nContact: \nSecretary & co-founder: Caleb Wright first25plus5@gmail.com\nWebsite: www.westernbopchess.weebly.com/
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/chess-mount-maunganui-2/2030-02-26/
LOCATION:RSA Mount Maunganui\, 544 Maunganui Road\, the Mount
CATEGORIES:Chess
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://letslearn.nz/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Chess-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Caleb Wright":MAILTO:first25plus5@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20300226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T193904
CREATED:20230123T203447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T124310Z
UID:10035539-1898362800-1898370000@letslearn.nz
SUMMARY:Poetry Club: Read Between the Rhymes
DESCRIPTION:We welcome emerging and established poets and lovers of poems to come along to a supportive collective in a relaxed atmosphere. \nCome along to share your poetry\, and listen and enjoy poetry in all its forms. \nWhen:  The last of Tuesday of every month\, 7:00 pm – $5 koha\nNew poets and poetry lovers always welcome.\nBring some nibbles\, a tipple\, of course! and your sense of humour ! \nThe theme for April:  ‘ Old Friends ’\n\nNo two poets are the same\, so bring your beautiful\, unique self along and let’s have a great night.\nJoin our Facebook group page here for updates
URL:https://letslearn.nz/event/poetry-club-read-between-the-wines-2/2030-02-26/
LOCATION:The Incubator Creative Hub\, Historic village\, 17th Ave\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Creative Writing,Poetry
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Incubator Creative Hub%2C Historic Village%2C 17th Ave%2C Tauranga":MAILTO:info@theincubator.co.nz
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