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COMMUNITY NOTICES

Maungaraki School —

Term 1

POPPY DAY

Poppy Day this year is the 12 April. We have Poppies in the school office so make a donation to the RSA Poppy Day appeal in support of our current and ex-service personnel, including the NZ Police, and their families.

HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES

OSCAR HOUSE
Our Holiday Programme runs from 15 – 26th April 2019. 
Programme plans, information & enrolments now available.
http://www.oscarhouse.co.nz/holiday-programme-junior/ Years 0 - 2
http://www.oscarhouse.co.nz/holiday-programme-senior/ Years 3 – 8
http://www.oscarhouse.co.nz/holiday-programme-intermediate/ Years 7 & 8
Early Bird enrolments close and fees are due on Wednesday 3rd April 2019.
We are an MSD OSCAR approved programme & OSCAR subsidies are available.  Our premises are adjacent to Eastern Hutt School.  We welcome new families and we’d love to have you join us!  Please feel free to enrol on-line or contact Dalena 0275511040.

KIDS DOMAIN
April School Holiday Programme bookings are open nowJoin the Kids Domain family for lots of exciting activities and trips!!If you are studying or working you may qualify to have all of your fees paid for by a subsidy.Term 2 bookings for before and after school are available also.Website: www.kidsdomain.bizFacebook: www.facebook.com/kidsdomainEmail: kidsdomain@slingshot.co.nzPhone: 027 4749573thank you and have a lovely week!!Kindest Regards
Rachel McNabb
MANAGEMENT
Mobile: 027 4749573
Website: www.kidsdomain.biz
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidsdomain

KAPITI ISLAND FOR KIDS

Kāpiti Island for Kids school holiday programme for ages 9-12 from 22nd - 24th April 2019.  

3 days/2 nights - Includes: night time kiwi spotting, nature adventures, fishing, swimming, games, wildlife discovery, harakeke weaving, cabin accommodation (quad share), delicious food, ferry and DOC permits. $395pp. Limited to 14 spaces. Email: bookings@kapitiisland.com

MINDFULNESS WORKSHOPS FOR CHILDREN

A totally unique and fun 8 week programme where children learn: relaxation techniques, how to manage ‘feelings’, gain self-esteem, confidence and self-love whilst receiving powerful tools and strategies to empower themselves. Developing and strengthening children’s emotional intelligence is at the heart of this empowering programme as children reach their highest potential. Transformation is guaranteed! (Very much needed in this day and age).

TERM 2

WHEN – Sat 4th May to Sat 22nd June
Littlies (up to 7 yrs) – 10am to 11am
Children (7-12yrs) – 11.30am to 12.30pm
Children (7yrs-12yrs) – 1pm to 2pm
WHERE – Maungaraki School
COST - $120 for the 8 week programme
(inc. resources and parent support/weekly email communication)
Contact Heather – 021 0225 3254 or email: enquiries@kaleidoscopesolutions.co.nz
www.kaleidoscopesolutions.co.nz

COMMUNITY YOGA

The classes are Thursday at 6.30pm-7.30pm at the Scot Hall on Singers Road.  The first class is free and then $5 per class.  We have Mats though people can also bring their own.  The money goes towards the Council and the Scout Jamboree.  Beginners are welcome and also young people if parents would like to bring them with them (over the the age of 8)

SPOTLIGHT PERFORMING ARTS

Does your child love to SING, DANCE and ACT?
Dance, Drama and Singing for students aged 4-16 yrs old. Led by London West End performer Sherene Clarke.   AOTEA-JONSONVILLE-LOWER HUTT Now taking bookings for TERM 2 BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW! www.spotlightperformingarts.co.nz

EASTER ADVENTURE

Sarah from The Process Art Studio will be running 3 days of Easter Themed Art on April 15th-17th. Making a range of arts and crafts such as Eggscellent Eggs, Brilliant Sock Bunnies, Bonnets & Baskets, Easter treats and Decorations and an exclusive Easter Water colour painting session for children 8 +

Where: Kelson Community Centre, 5a Timaru Gr, Kelson
When: Full Days 9am-3pm or 1/2 days Morning Session 9-11:30am
Afternoon Session 12:30-3pmCost: $30 half day/ $60 full day
BOOK ONLINE: www.TheProcessArtStudio.co.nz

FEMME NATALE

An all new sketch comedy show on Parenthood. 
26 April – 4 May, 7.30pm.
4 May Babes in Arms Matinee, 2pm
Random Stage, BATS Theatre, Wellington 
Bookings: www.bats.co.nz
Tickets: $20 full, $15 concession, $14 groups of 6+

The team who brought you the hit show Femme Natale returns with a brand-spanking new set
of skits, songs and general antics.  Femme Natale “2” is a fresh, entertaining take on parenting, particularly motherhood, coming to BATS theatre this April. Directed by Fingal Pollock, this is a play on motherhood like no other.  So round up your girlfriends and partners, grab a drink and come and revel in the ordinary and yet totally extraordinary experiences of parenthood. You can celebrate and commiserate with fellow parents – each one of us striving and thriving in the hardest job we’ll ever do!  

INDOOR TENNIS COACHING

Term 2 - Maungaraki School for children years 2-8.  Places are available in this programme which takes place in the school hall on Tuesdays from 1.00-1.45pm, starting on Tuesday 14 May, 2019 and continuing for 6 consecutive weeks.  The coach will be Mr Gary Nelson, an experienced teacher and qualified tennis coach.

All equipment is provided including rackets. Cost is $50-00 for the block of 6 lessons and should be paid at the first lesson.  If you wish to enrol please phone Gary Nelson (Ph- 5897178) as soon as possible.  Enrolments will be taken on a first in, first served basis.

ZIRKA CIRCUS

Zirka Circus are in town with their La Unica tour!  Watch as 20 award winning international artistes astound you.  Including the unbelievable 'Russian Swing' acts of pure exhilaration, glimpses of madness gasps or enthralment, squeals of delight.  At the Petone Honiana Te Puni Reserve.  Book now:

Thursday 11 April - 7pm
Friday 12 April - 7pm
Saturday 13 April 2pm & 7pm
Sunday  14 April - 1pm & 4:30pm
Book now on 0800 2 94752 or www.zirkacircus.com

HUTT LIBRARY

Event: Star Wars: The Quiz Strikes Back
Location: War Memorial Library, Top Floor
Date: 4th of May 2019
Time: 2pm – 4pm
FREE

https://www.facebook.com/events/624107918034138/

Will you let the Wookiee win? Sort your team of 2-6 people out and register, you’ll need at least one member who is 15 or younger. Multiple prizes up for grabs for the winners and best costume at all quizzes. Prizes include your very own Millennium Falcon*. Spaces are limited, bookings are essential. Book in your team by emailing LibrariesEvents@huttcity.govt.nz

Event: Star Wars: Return of the Quiz
Location: Walter Nash Centre
Date: 11th of May 2019
Time: 6.30pm – 8pm
FREE

https://www.facebook.com/events/285852379001175/

Do you have the high ground? Organise your squad of 2-6 people and register. All ages welcome for this quiz! Multiple prizes up for grabs for the winners and best costume at all quizzes. Prizes include your very own Millennium Falcon*. Spaces are limited, bookings are essential. Book in your team by emailing LibrariesEvents@huttcity.govt.nz