Community Notices

Duffy Books in Homes - Parents and Student Survey

Kia ora,
Our names are Jacinta and Shengnan. We are researchers at the University of Auckland, Faculty of Education and Social Work. We would like to collect some information about your experiences with Duffy Books in Homes programme.
These surveys will help the University of Auckland research team to better understand your experiences with Duffy books in homes. They are voluntary and confidential and are your chance to have your say, give feedback and suggest ways to improve the overall experience.  

We are inviting parents to complete an online anonymous parents survey which takes about 5-10 minutes to complete. All completed parent surveys go into the draw for 1 of 20 $50 Prezzy vouchers. 
Parents also have the option to complete, with their child, the online anonymous student survey. All completed student surveys go into the draw for 1 of 20 $20 Prezzy vouchers.

If you are interested, we invite you to read the Participant Information Sheet for more information about the study.
Completing this survey is voluntary. Submission of the online survey is taken as consent to participate.

Enter the survey using either the link  below:

Parent survey https://auckland.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_elcbzrB0GMxhcsS

Year 4-6 student survey https://auckland.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eJK7Il5FbuEnYVM

Year 1-3 student survey https://auckland.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6WptBGrUAX4AaCq

Halswell Toy Library

Halswell Toy Library is holding an open day on Saturday 15 April from 9.00am to 12.00pm and we'd love it if you could please share this with your school community.

We know it's the last week before the holidays, so we'll keep this sharp.
The library: lends toys to local families, is a non-profit run by volunteers, is suitable for children aged from 6 months to about 6/7 years old and is based at Oaklands SchoolAt the open day there'll be: Giveaways from local businesses, bouncy castle, scavenger hunt, sausage sizzle, free balloons and temporary tattoos, outdoor toysAttached is a flyer with the more information or check out it out on Facebook -   here is the event link.

EnviroKids - upcoming FREE April events 

The majority of our events we run as pop-in sessions, so you can come whenever suits you between 10AM - 3PM on a Saturday. Please find the Facebook links for the following events for more information

April 1st: Discover the Decomposers: https://fb.me/e/PioUHUUA
From fungi to worms, we appreciate all the decomposers! Let's take some time to learn a bit about each of them and why they are so vital to our ecosystem.

In the gardens you can find lots of decomposers, so grab a few scavenger hunts and see what you can find!

April 8th: Easter Upcycle Crafts with Envirokids: https://fb.me/e/PpkEqVZu

Come get crafty and make some guilt-free gifts and decorations for Easter! All of our crafts will be made of upcycled materials, and this workshop will be a great way for you to spend the afternoon with friends.

April 15th: Sustainable Coastlines Collab - Litter Intelligence Survey & Audit at Sumner Beach: https://fb.me/e/2sRUrG92E

The event is free however we do ask you to PLEASE REGISTER so we know numbers. Spaces are limited.
The age range for this event is 5-13 years. An adult chaperone must be present for the duration of the event.
Please register via the registration link: https://sustainablecoastlines.org/.../christchurch.../
Everything will be provided including health and safety documents and equipment.
Schedule:
10:00am – Meet on the grass beside Beach Bar and Cave Rock to sign-in.
10:10am –Introductions and Health & Safety briefing.
10:30am – Yoshi Challenge Obstacle Course
11:00am – Beach Litter Survey beings
12:00pm – LUNCH (please bring your own and refrain from using single-use plastic please)
12:30pm – Beach Litter Audit
1.15pm – Discuss findings and taking action!
1:45pm– Closing comments
2:00pm – Event Ends

April 22nd: Earth Day with Envirokids: https://fb.me/e/3p04pygnM
Spend your Earth Day with Envirokids! We will be getting creative, and learning about how we can all make a difference.
"The Earth is what we all have in common"

April 29th: Be a Stormwater Superhero with Envirokids: https://fb.me/e/39a3PWuzj
Join Envirokids at the Kiosk to interact with the Stormwater Superhero trailer to learn how you can be a stormwater superhero!
The Stormwater Superhero trailer is a mobile resource designed to provide education around stormwater along with actions we can take to prevent contaminating it. Come out to educate your tamariki about important topics surrounding the health of our rivers, and the importance of protecting them!

Calling All Fundraising Groups...! We are currently looking for volunteers and fundraising groups to join our marshal team for the Christchurch Marathon... Get involved and see this great event from another angle (all marshals must be 18yrs+).

Please contact us at info@christchurchmarathon.co.nz

Frontrunner Christchurch Marathon - 16th April 2023

Calling your Crew! Be part of a great community occasion. Enter a team or use our event as a fundraiser. Support our Charity!

Calling All Fundraising Groups...! We are currently looking for volunteers and fundraising groups to join our marshal team for the Christchurch Marathon... Get involved and see this great event from another angle (all marshals must be 18yrs+).

Please contact us at info@christchurchmarathon.co.nz

Nurtured Ones - Baby and Kids Market

Lincoln Event Centre
Saturday 22 April 9.30am - 2.00pm

Kids Boxing Classes

Tuesday's 4:00pm to 5:00pm at F45 Ferrymead.  Contact Sonia at sonia.tafilipepe@gmail.com for more information

Expressions Dance Company

We have classes in ballet, jazz, tap and hip hop for children aged 3+. Spaces are available now in most classes so enrol now!
Give your child the gift of dance and expression with Expressions Dance Company! We are a local dance school who love to see shy children turn into strong, confident young people through the magic that is dance. Our classes all reflect our core values of fun, community, inclusivity, excellence and wellbeing.