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Event List

The Body Snatchers - A fairy Tale?

Saturday 1st June 2019-Thursday 30th April 2020, in Education, Heritage & Culture

This is an art installation by Toy Murchie and weaving by Bronwynn Billens.

The installation tells a story of understanding and co-operation.
It explores the account of some Norwegian flax traders that drowned at the Motupipi Inlet almost 200 years ago.
Many years after this terrible event two survivors from the trading ship came back to Golden Bay Mohua and tried to find the place their comrades had been buried.
They couldn’t find them.
It was as if the little people, fairy folk, ngā patupairarehe, de huldrefolk had taken them…
History is but stories. Stories with evidence

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Tea & Talk Richmond

Wednesday 19th June 2019-Wednesday 24th June 2020, in Community Events

This is a weekly get together in Richmond for people aged over 65. It is a chance to enjoy morning tea and a chat.It is a great way to get out and about and enjoy good company and wonderful baking. Cost is just $3.
Tea & Talk is organised by Age Concern Nelson Tasman as part of our AgeConnect initiative in collaboration with Church on the Hill.

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Tea & Talk Motueka

Wednesday 19th June 2019-Wednesday 24th June 2020, in Community Events

This is a weekly get together in Motueka for people aged over 65. It is a chance to enjoy morning tea and a chat.It is a great way to get out and about and enjoy good company and wonderful baking. There is no ost.
Tea & Talk is organised by the Gateway Housing Trust in collaboration with Age Concern Nelson Tasman as part of our AgeConnect initiative.

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Tea & Talk Nelson

Friday 21st June 2019-Friday 26th June 2020, in Community Events

This is a weekly get together in Nelson for people aged over 65. It is a chance to enjoy morning tea and a chat.It is a great way to get out and about and enjoy good company and wonderful baking. Cost is just $3.
Tea & Talk is organised by Age Concern Nelson Tasman as part of our AgeConnect initiative.

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Tea & Talk Nelson is on these dates:

Tea & Talk Victory

Sunday 23rd June 2019-Sunday 21st June 2020, in Community Events

This is a weekly get together in the Victory Community Centre for people aged over 65. It is a chance to enjoy morning tea and a chat.It is a great way to get out and about and enjoy good company and wonderful baking. Cost is $3
Tea & Talk is organised by Age Concern Nelson Tasman as part of our AgeConnect initiative.

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Tea & Talk Victory is on these dates:

Monty's Sunday Market

Sunday 23rd June 2019-Wednesday 23rd June 2021, in Markets, Shows & Fairs

Monty's Sunday Market is a mecca for treasure hunters of pre-loved clothes, recycled tools, books, CDs etc, antiques, collectables, homewares, produce, toys, retro, new and imported goods. There are also fresh produce stalls, food carts and coffee.

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Monty's Sunday Market is on these dates:

Tea & Talk Golden Bay

Wednesday 10th July 2019-Wednesday 8th July 2020, in Community Events

This is a monthly get together in Golden Bay for people aged over 65. It is a chance to enjoy morning tea and a chat.It is a great way to get out and about and enjoy good company and wonderful baking. Cost is $3
Tea & Talk is organised by Age Concern Nelson Tasman as part of our AgeConnect initiative.

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Tea & Talk Golden Bay is on these dates:

10th July 2019
14th August 2019
11th September 2019
9th October 2019
13th November 2019
11th December 2019
8th January 2020
12th February 2020
11th March 2020
8th April 2020
13th May 2020
10th June 2020
8th July 2020

Motueka Library: 1000 Books Before School

Tuesday 17th September 2019-Thursday 31st December 2020, in Community Events, Education, Heritage & Culture

Reading aloud and talking to your kids are two of the best things you can do.

1000 Books Before School encourages families to spend quality time together, promotes pre-literacy and learning by having listened to 1000 or more books before the child starts school. Any child aged from birth to starting school can participate in this self-paced programme.

1000 Books Before School is a programme designed to encourage and support families to read aloud to their children from birth with the knowledge that reading aloud to children is a vital ingredient in building a child's foundation for successful learning.

1000 Books Before School is a collaboration between Tasman District Libraries and the Motueka Family Service Centre and is supported by the Motueka community.

Join today at Motueka Library!

Free.

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Nelson Squash Club Night

Thursday 3rd October 2019-Thursday 30th April 2020, in Sports

Members and non-members are more than welcome to join us for a friendly night of organised squash hits and enjoy the bar & lounge facilities. Cost is only $5 for non-members.

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Isel Market

Thursday 10th October 2019-Thursday 30th April 2020, in Markets, Shows & Fairs

Isel Twilight Market is restarting on the 10th of October at Isel park, Stoke, Nelson.

This weekly family event is easily Nelson's hottest night market. Each Thursday you can indulge in the delicious cuisine from the street food carts, find some treasures from the craft stalls and listen to the always fabulous live music.

Bring the whole family along and relax in the idyllic surroundings of Isel park every Thursday evening throughout the stunning Nelson summer.

The market is dog friendly but they must be kept on a leash at all times.

Round up the troops and come and see us at the Isel Twilight market this summer.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

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Isel Market is on these dates:

10th October 2019
17th October 2019
24th October 2019
31st October 2019
7th November 2019
14th November 2019
21st November 2019
28th November 2019
5th December 2019
12th December 2019
19th December 2019
9th January 2020
16th January 2020
23rd January 2020
30th January 2020
6th February 2020
13th February 2020
20th February 2020
27th February 2020
5th March 2020
12th March 2020
19th March 2020
26th March 2020
2nd April 2020
9th April 2020
16th April 2020
23rd April 2020
30th April 2020

Richmond Library: Richmond Writing Group

Tuesday 15th October 2019-Tuesday 18th August 2020, in Community Events

The Richmond Writing Group is for adults with an interest in writing – whether you’re just thinking about starting to write something, or you’re a published author, or somewhere in between.

The Richmond Writing Group meets on the third Tuesday of every month at Richmond Library. It’s a great opportunity to meet other people with a shared interest in writing, and to put pen to paper!

Each month we have a guest speaker who will illuminate an area of the writing process. There is also always time for discussion and writing.

Bring writing materials.

Free. All welcome.

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Richmond Library: Richmond Writing Group is on these dates:

15th October 2019
19th November 2019
21st January 2020
18th February 2020
17th March 2020
21st April 2020
19th May 2020
16th June 2020
21st July 2020
18th August 2020

Richmond Library: Tasman Talks Titles Book Group

Wednesday 16th October 2019-Wednesday 18th November 2020, in Community Events, Education, Heritage & Culture

Tasman Talks Titles is a great opportunity for you to talk about what you have been reading and to hear about what other people have been reading too.

It's a relaxed, social, book-focused time with like-minded people.

You'll also get to see a selection of new titles which the library has purchased.

Tasman Talks Titles meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 3.00pm.

All welcome. Free!

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Richmond Library: Tasman Talks Titles Book Group is on these dates:

16th October 2019
20th November 2019
15th January 2020
19th February 2020
18th March 2020
15th April 2020
20th May 2020
17th June 2020
15th July 2020
19th August 2020
16th September 2020
21st October 2020
18th November 2020

Mercado Latino - Latin Market [1st ever]

Friday 1st November 2019-Saturday 4th April 2020, in Community Events, Markets, Shows & Fairs, Music & Performing Arts, Visual Arts & Crafts, Workshops & Retreats, Youth

Hola, Kia ora, Hello Amigos Nelsonians - Welcome to the 1st MERCADO LATINO (Latin Market) in Nelson

Multicultural Nelson Tasman, Kirby Lane and the Latin community of Nelson invites you to participate in this wonderful event on the 1st Friday of each month (until April) from 4pm to 9pm.

To share and celebrate local Latin culture with hopes of creating unity in diversity.

- Traditional food & drinks
- Clothes, Arts & crafts
- Music & Dance
- Live Performances
- Kids zone/Games

Hoping to create a beautiful space for intercultural awareness, understanding and acceptance among the community. Everyone is invited! Tell your 'compadres' and friends!

- FREE ENTRY -

FUN for the whole family on a great Friday evening! Let's support the Latino Community!!

Nos vemos!

#latinmarket #mercadolatino #latinosnelson #latinmarketnelson #mercadolatinonelson #latindance #latinfood

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Mercado Latino - Latin Market [1st ever] is on these dates:

1st November 2019
6th December 2019
3rd January 2020
7th February 2020
6th March 2020
3rd April 2020

Motueka District Museum Trust

Friday 1st November 2019-Saturday 31st October 2020, in Community Events, Education, Heritage & Culture, Visual Arts & Crafts

Motueka and District Museum specialises in local history with emphasis on productivity over the years of Tobacco, Horticulture, Forestry and more. The Museum also has sales of local history books and cards etc. The Motueka District Museum was included in the 18th edition of Lonely Planet New Zealand guidebook.
The Motueka Historical Society also has local archives and a research room at the Museum.
Entry is by donation. Opening hours in summer are Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm and Sunday 10am to 2pm.
There is a major exhibition on the Fishing industry and running from November 2019 to June 2020. Fishing in the district covering ancient and modern techniques.

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Richmond Library: Mystery Ink

Thursday 7th November 2019-Thursday 10th December 2020, in Community Events

Mystery Ink is Richmond Library’s group for teens.

Catch up in Richmond Library's Constance Barnicoat room to talk books and movies and get the first pick of the newest titles. Snack and fun diversions included.

All welcome, ages 12-18.

It's a great opportunity to meet new people and have a bit of fun.

Free!

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Richmond Library: Mystery Ink is on these dates:

7th November 2019
5th December 2019
13th February 2020
12th March 2020
16th April 2020
14th May 2020
11th June 2020
9th July 2020
6th August 2020
3rd September 2020
15th October 2020
12th November 2020
10th December 2020