Merivale Papanui RFC - Play rugby for a family friendly club.  Come along to our Fun Day on Sunday, 12th March, 2.00pm - 4.00pm at Nunweek Park.  Register at www.merivalepap.co.nz.  See info attached. 

WithLoveED - Support to heal from an eating disorder. See info attached.

Touch Type Read & Spell Course - The award-winning “Touch Type Read and Spell” course, particularly beneficial for students with learning difficulties, is available at the Seabrook McKenzie Centre. Students are kept on track by our experienced and gentle tutor, and also have access to the programme at home to practice. This course helps build confidence while learning and is suitable for all ages.  See info attached.

Clarkville School Gala - Saturday 25th March, 2 - 5pm, 10 Heywoods Rd, Clarkville.  See info attached.

Children and Screen Time - Talk by educational psychologist Michael Vaughan.  Thursday 16th March, 7.30pm - 9.00pm at All Souls Church hall, 30 Church Lane, Merivale.  A koha of $10 appreciated.  See info attached.

Christchurch Football Club - "Have a go day", Sunday, 12th March, 1 - 5pm at 250 Westminster Street. See info attached.

Christchurch Envirokids - Free activities for children.  See info attached.

FBBT Market - From Bellies, Babies to Tweens market is for families to buy and sell pre-loved maternity, baby, kids & tweens (pre-teens) items all in one place.  Families coming to buy can score huge savings on items needed for growing babies and kids, while families selling can earn a bit of extra cash.  Market Day: Sunday 26th March 9am-12noon at Christchurch Bridge Club, 12 Nova Place.  For more information follow us on Facebook & Instagram or email fbbtmarket@gmail.com

What's on in your City Library - Lots of things on..chess, eSports, Pride week, and much more.  See info attached.

Sole Music Academy - Attention all South Island songwriters! You could win $750+ worth of prizes!

SOLE Music Academy - are proud to release their 2023 Songwriting Competition. SOLE are calling all South Island songwriters to submit their song for the chance to win a $750+ prize pack. ENTER HERE The competition is open to two age brackets – Adults 18+ and 17 and Under's. The winning songwriter in both these age brackets will walk away with a 1 hr Artist Development Consultation worth $100, a $500 Music Voucher to be used at SOLE Music Academy, a SOLE T-Shirt & Cap, and a $150 Music Works voucher, courtesy of SOLE Music Academy and Music Works Christchurch. Runners-up win a $250 Music Voucher to be used at SOLE Music Academy and a SOLE T-Shirt Or Cap. Entries close Friday 21st April. Winners will be announced on 5th May. Enter Via SOLE Music Academy’s Website – www.solemusicacademy.co.nz/songwriting-comp-2023

Unity Week 15 to 21 March 2023 - Unity Week encourages people to get to know other cultures so that everyone, regardless of their background or community, feels welcome, respected, and loved for who they are and where they come from.  We are thrilled to have Dai Henwood performing at a free event next Wednesday 8 March. He will be speaking about his own journey with cancer and speaking loudly about the importance of unity in our lives. He will be joined by Hamimah Ahmat, one of the women from Sakinah Community Trust, who will speak about her journey and the importance of unity. We are encouraging people to bring a koha to the door with proceeds going towards the recovery of Cyclone Gabrielle. People do need to book at https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2023/dai-henwood-talks-unity/christchurch

Jadon Dance School - Ballet, Hip hop, Jazz, and Contemporary dance.  Free trial lessons.  See info attached.

Aikido Classes - Aikido is a fun martial art that promotes physical fitness, mental focus, and discipline.  Our dojo offers classes for children [ages 5 – 12] and welcomes beginners. Our instructors are experienced and qualified to work with children, and we maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.  We are offering two free lessons for each child who signs up from Breens Intermediate and a $20 donation to the school for each child that joins.  If you are interested in learning more or would like to visit to our Burnside Dojo [35 Morley Street, Burnside – cnr Clyde Rd and Morley St], please contact us at Mob 021 343 672. Kids classes are held Monday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 4.45 – 5.30pm.

St Albans School 150th Celebration - Help us celebrate 150 years.  Friday 15th September - Sunday 17th September at St Albans School, 17 Sheppard Place, St Albans, Christchurch. See info attached.

Youthtown holiday programme - Every Wednesday (from 3.30pm to 6pm) we run a program called Youth Hub. It is a free after school program designed for youth between 12 and 18 years old.  In April 2023 Youthtown offers a memorable holiday programme in a safe space for young people to make friends and enjoy themselves during the school holidays. Please find Attached our April holidays program folder (in this breakaway program some days might not be free).

Canterbury Rams and Mainland Pouākai Basketball - 10% discount on tickets for 2023 season.  See info attached. https://premier.ticketek.co.nz/shows/show.aspx?sh=RAMS2023&ep=DISCOUNT10

Rams and Pouākai Junior & Senior April Basketball Camps (9-12 years) - Register for 1, 2 or 3 days, Junior - 17th, 18th & 19th April, 9am - 12pm. Senior - 11th, 12th &13th April, 1.00-4.00pm each day. See info attached. Camps - Canterbury Rams. Camps - Mainland Pouākai (pouakai.basketball)

Northwest Christchurch Annual Rotary Bookarama - Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd April - 10am-6pm and Sunday 23rd April - 10am-2pm at YMCA Bishopdale.  Donations of books, records, CD's, DVD's, jigsaws can be dropped off at New World Bishopdale, New World Ilam, New World Northwood, New World Prestons, New World Fendalton, Fresh Choice Merivale, Supervalue Fendalton, Caltex Avonhead, YMCA Bishopdale and Z Bryndwr.