Community Notices

Enviro Kids

What kinds of awesome events will be taking place at Envirokids in the month of DECEMBER? Check it out! 
All of our events are FREE and the majority of our events we run as pop-in sessions, so you can come whenever suits you between 10AM - 1PM on a Saturday.

Be sure to click on the event details below so you can stay notified about these upcoming events:
December 2nd: Bee Awesome with Envirokids: https://fb.me/e/13YxDIbib
Learn fun facts in our information hunt, dress up like a beekeeper, play pollen games, and MORE!
December 9th: Seeds & Leaves with RCG: https://fb.me/e/4ROmJdIqm
Richmond Community Garden has been kind enough to supply us with heaps of seeds to use in the seed bombs that we will be making.
In addition to this, we will be imprinting some leaves into clay to make pendants/charms.
Leaf identification can also be fun, so try your best to identify the different leaves we will have available.
December 16th: E-waste Education with Ecotech Services: https://fb.me/e/1xHhVZWhd
Bring your tamariki and let them explore the world of e-waste in an interactive, informative, and eco-conscious way. This is an excellent opportunity to instill the values of responsible e-waste management and environmental stewardship at an early age.
December 23rd: Envirokids Sustainable Gift Wrapping Workshop: https://fb.me/e/4227vI2iN
Embrace the spirit of giving back to the planet by bringing your presents and wrapping them with our upcycled materials, including beautiful fabrics and more. Discover the joy of sustainable gift-giving as we guide you through creative, environmentally-friendly wrapping techniques. Best of all, it's completely free, because we believe in the gift of sustainability for all.
December 30th: Envirokids Online Session: At Home Upcycled Christmas Crackers https://fb.me/e/4R6h8ldW8
Join us for a virtual event where we'll provide you with the steps through the art of crafting Upcycled Christmas Crackers.

Learn eco-friendly tips and tricks to add a touch of green to your festivities  

Please note: This session will not be hosted at the kiosk in the Botanic Gardens.

Friends and Family Discount with Torpedo 7

HO HO HO….it’s finally here!!! Torpedo7’s Summer Friends & Family discount has landed in time for Christmas shopping.
With the holidays fast approaching there is no better time for a Friends & Family event. It’s the time of the year when you can share your awesome discount with your wider community. See the attached flyer for further information on dates, deals and how to shop.

Homestays for Hornby High students

Hornby Highschool is looking for fammilies to become homestay caregiveers for our international students.  We have new students joining us in 2024 from Japan and Thailand.
We need families for a few weeks, one term and full year periods. You must be able to communicate in English. Families are reimbursed $325.00 per week. Hosting a student is a wonderful way to connect you and your family with another culture.
If you are interested in becoming a homestay caregiver, email homestay@hornby.school.nz and we will send you further information.

For the interest of our Chinese families

Here is a link to Asian Community Transformation Trust, this group organise parenting support classes. 

Piano Lessons

Angela Ingrosso
Beginner Piano and Keyboard Lessons
444 Old West Coast Road, Templeton, 7676, Christchurch
Phone 021 329 371

GirlGuiding NZ Halswell and Cracroft Pippin

Do you have a desire to give back to the community and help build happy, confident, and resilient young women? Then becoming a leader in GirlGuiding could be for you. Our Leaders come from various places, ages, and backgrounds. No previous Guiding experience is needed; many of our leaders have never been involved before.
Our units (girls aged 5-6, 7-9½ & 9-12½) need volunteer adult leaders to join them today!
If you are passionate about positive outcomes and experiences for Girls and Young Women in your community, apply now on our website at https://girlguidingnz.org.nz/volunteers/

Kings Swim School

As a special new pool offering, exclusive to our attending Schools only, Kings Swim School will be running a limited time offer. Sign up for lessons before the end of 2023 and not only will you receive your first lesson free, but you will go in the draw to win 1 of 10 prizes for a year’s worth of free lessons for one child. Already a Kings customer? Not to worry, refer a friend and you will both go in the draw to win. Simply mention to our staff that you are a Wigram parent and you’ll go in the draw

The new facility is located at 218 Main South Road, Sockburn, behind Chipmunks.

Christchurch Rock n Roll Club

Family Fun - Free
Have a go night. Monday 25 September 6.00pm - 6.45pm at the Hornby Club. See the poster below for more info.

Pioneers of Canterbury Intro Marching Team

Looking for a new sport.  We are looking for girls and boys aged 5 to 10 to join us this season. Currently training at Templeton Community Hall every Thursday 5 - 6 pm. Contact Sharon 027 309 4145