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February 2012
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STAGLANDS IS 40 YEARS OLD
Date: 01 January - 31 December 2012
Time: 9.30am - 5pm, 7 days a week, besides Xmas Day
Location: Staglands Wildlife Reserve
Cost: Adults $19.00 Children $8.00
Description:
Staglands is 40 years old, 2012 is going to be a very exciting year for Staglands Wildlife Reserve. Established in 1972, thanks to the vision and hard work of our founder, John Simister, we will be celebrating our 40th anniversary in 2012. To mark this momentous occssion we are giving our visitors the chance to get into the reserve free of charge every day. That's because for every single day of 2012 (yes all 365 of them!!!!) Every 40th visitor (one per day ) will get into the reserve ABSOLUTELY FREE. YEE HA. For more information visit www.staglands.co.nz/StaglandsNews . or ring (04) 526 7529
Trentham United 5k Series
Date:
Wednesday's 1, 15 & 29 February
Time: Registrations from 6:00pm, Start times: Walkers and slow runners: 6:15pm, Runners: 6:30pm
Location: Trentham United Harrier & Walkers clubrooms in Trentham Memorial Park at the Barton Rd entrance
Cost: Single Race: Adult $5 Under 15years $2.50
Description:
A 5km Run, Jog or Walk of 2 laps of 2.5km around Trentham Memorial Park.p.homan@paradise.net.nz or visit www.trenthamunited.co.nz
Lively Parks - County Line Dancing, Zumba Gold & Body Fit
Date: Thursday's 2, 9, 16 & 23 February & 1 March
Time: County Line Dancing - Harcourt ParkZumba Gold - Grass Behind Council BuildingBody Fit - Timberlea Park Gym Circuit - Outside YMCA
1pm
Location:
Cost: FREE
Description:
County Line Dancing - Fun, exercise socialising and great for the brain too! Pilates/Body Fit/Yoga - please bring a mat/towel to lay on.
Lively Parks - Creative dance 4 kids,
Date: Friday's 3, 10, 17 & 24 February & 2 March
Time:
Creative dance 4 kids - Grass behind Council buildingPilates - Trentham Memorial Park Zumba - Harcourt Park
11am
Location:
Cost: FREE
Description:
Creative dance 4 kids - Introducing different styles of dance to children Pilates/Body Fit/Yoga - please bring a mat/towel to lay on.
Lively Parks - Zumba
Date: Saturday's 4, 11, 18 & 25 February & 3 March
Time:
Zumba - Timberlea Park
10.30am
Location:
Cost: FREE
Description:
Creative dance 4 kids changes to Fridays from the 11th Pilates/Body Fit/Yoga - please bring a mat/towel to lay on.
Lively Parks - BMX
Date: Sunday's 5, 12, 19 & 26 February & 4 March
Time: BMX - McLeod Park1.20pm
Location:
Cost: $2
Description:
Prepare yourself for excitement. Everyone can have a go!
H2O Xtream 2012 Closure
Date: Monday 6 February, 5pm to Tuesday 13 March, 6am
Time:
Location: H2O Xtream,
Cost:
Description:
H2O Xtream will be closed for maintenance involving: roof replacement, plant maintenance, tiling and interior painting. www.h2oxtream.com for further information.
Lively Parks - Tai Chi & Yoga
Date: Monday's 6, 13, 20 & 27 February
Time: Tai Chi - Pinehaven Reserve
9.30am
Cost: FREE
Description:
Tai Chi - Calm, controlled movements promoting wellbeing. Increases strength, balance & promotes stress relief. Pilates/Body Fit/Yoga - please bring a mat/towel to lay on.
Lively Parks - Latin Dance, Petanque & Walking Group
Date: Tuesday's 7, 14, 21 & 28 February
Time: Latin Dance - Maidstone Park11am
Location:
Cost: FREE
Description:
Latin Dance - Low impact, no partner needed, and each week you will learn a new dance.
Lively Parks - QiGong
Date: Wednesday's 8, 15, 22 & 29 February
Time: QiGong - Harcourt Park10am
Location:
Cost: FREE
Description:
QiGong - The Art of Healing, strengthening and developing one’s Self Pilates/Body Fit/Yoga - please bring a mat/towel to lay on.
The Marriage Course
Date: Tuesday 14 February till 3 April 2012
Time: 7.00pm - 9.30pm
Location: Heretaunga Christian Centre- 51 Lane Street Upper Hutt
Cost: $9.00 per couple which covers meals each evening and course materials.
Description:
The marriage Course is for all married couples, whether you've been together for one year or 51 years. www.marriagecourse.yolasite.com
Greater Wellington Regional Council - Revolve: See the light! Women's only FREE Mountain Bike Ride
Date: Tuesday 21 February
Time: 6 - 8pm
Location: Meet at the main carpark (start of Rimutaka Incline). To get there, turn off SH2, 9km north of Upper Hutt, the turn off is signposted to Pakuratahi Forest . The carpark is 1km along a metal road.
Cost: Free
Description:
Join Revolve for a fun cruisy mountain bike ride on the Rimutaka Incline. We'll bike up to the summit and have a picnic before heading back down! For 16+ yrs only. Please bring a mountain bike, helmet, head torch and home baked goodies to share on the summit.info@revolvecycling.co.nz
Splash & Dash Petone
Date: Wednesday 22 February
Time: 5:30pm
Location: Heretaunga Boat Club, The Esplanade, Petone
Cost: Entry fees apply
Description:
The Petone Splash and Dash is a great way to grab a little after work, mid week exercise and still be home in time for tea. www.splashanddash.co.nz
Incredible Years Parenting Programme
Date: Wednesday 22 February - Wednesday 23 May
Time: 6pm - 8.30pm
Location: Family Works, Wainui Cottage, 102 Main Road, Wainuiomata
Cost: Free
Description:
Provides help in handling the everyday situations parents face with practical step-by-step suggestions. FREE programme for parents with children aged 2-8 years. jill.clarkson@psc.org.nz
St Pat's College Silverstream hosts international mile race.
Date: Friday 24 February
Time: 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Location: St Pat's College Fergusson Drive Upper Hutt
Cost: Gold coin donation
Description:
Come and make a fun night of it. Olympic 1500 metre silver medalalist Nick Willis and a top field of international athletes and future New Zealand athletes in action. Beautiful grounds and a rare chance to see the best in action. Food and beverages available. Entry by gold coin donation.
East Harbour Environmental Association - Pencarrow Beach Clean Up
Date: Saturday 25 February
Time: 9am - 11am
Location: Burdan's Gate
Cost: Free. Refreshments are provided after the clean up
Description:
Looking for volunteers to help clean up the area and protect our environment by picking up the rubbish.
The Phundamentals MTB Skills Clinic 4
Date: Saturday 25 February
Time: 9am - 2pm
Location: Wainuiomata Trail Project, Waiu Street, Wainuiomata
Cost: A special discounted rate of $50 per person. Clinics usually cost $125 per person.
Description:
Improve your confidence and balance by teaching you how to set and maintain a stable platform, giving you control of the bike for traction and obstacle absorption.
Beginners Guide to Flyfishing
Date: Saturday 25 February
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: Belmont Scout Hall, Norfolk Street, Belmont
Cost: Free. Bookings essential
Description:
Join members of the Hutt Valley Angling Club as they guide you on tackle, knots and different fishing techniques before a mentor will help you to cast a line at the river.bookings@gw.govt.nz visit: www.gw.govt.nz/events
Pelrous Trust Summer Carnival in the Park.
Date: Saturday 25 February
Time: 10am - 5pm
Location: Trentham Memorial Park Fergusson Drive Upper Hutt
Cost: $5.00 per person
Description:
Pelorus Trust Summer Carnival, including a brass band, Activation Sport and recreation. Axemand and Exavators' competitions, food stalls,vintage machinery, vintage cars, arts and crafts and much much more. Mahons Amusements. Carnival rides and side shows- scream you heart out.Sunday 26 February . Listen to The Breeze or Newstalk ZB.
Summer Carnival Bake off!!
Date: Saturday 25 February
Time: 10am - 5pm
Location: Trentham Memorial Park Fergusson Drive Upper Hutt
Cost: $2.00 to enter the bake off challenge.
Description:
Do you think you have the best Chocolate Cake?, Banana Cake, Carrot Cake? Then come and challenge some of Wellingtons best and enter your cake in the Summer Carnival Bake off. To enter just pop in to "Go Cake Yourself" 218 Main Street, Upper Hutt to register or ring (04) 528 2654. $2.00 to enter, there will be some awesome prizes to win and loads of giveaways.
Banks Shoes Shapeshifter
Date: Saturday 25 February - Sunday 18 March
Time: 10am – 5pm daily (Thurs late night 10pm)
Location: Civic Gardens & The Dowse, Laings Road, Lower Hutt
Cost: Entry $5, accompanied children FREE
Description:
Come and explore over 50 works of contemporary sculpture from top and emerging New Zealand sculptors in the beautiful Civic Gardens. www.shapeshifter.org.nz for directions and more information. www.facebook.com/shapeshifter2012 .
Max Motors Family Speedway - Meeting
Date: Saturday 25 February
Time: Admission gates open from 6.00pm
Location: Max Motors Family Speedway Speedway.
Cost:
Description:
Visit: http://www.wellingtonspeedway.co.nz/ for more information.
Vintage Extravaganza Fashion Show
Date: Saturday 25 February
Time: 7.30pm
Location: Heretaunga Christian Centre
Cost: $5.00 per person
Description:
A parade of exact replica outfits ranging from 1760 to 1960 made by Designer & Creative Director Liane Rowe. Relive the yesteryear. High tea supper. Come dressed in your pearls and lace (if you wish) for a fun night not to be missed. SORRY NO DOOR SALES. For tickets please contact Debbie Curtis (04) 526 9232 or 027 272 2207 or Lianne Wallan (04) 970 0976 before the 22nd of Feb.
Upper Hutt Bridge Club - Introductory Evening
Date: Saturday 25 February
Time: 7.30pm
Location: Upper Hutt Bridge Club
Cost: Contact club for details
Description:
The club is offering their annual series of Bridge lessons for beginners. These begin with an introductory evening on Saturday 25 February followed by lessons from Tuesday 28 February (both events starting at 7.30pm) Bridge is challenging, stimulating, affordable and most importantly fun! It caters for all ages, both couples and individuals. If you enjoy cards, you will love Bridge! For more information or to register contact John (04) 528 2917
Greater Wellington Regional Council - 4WD Back Country Akatarawa
Date: Sunday 26 February
Time: 9am - 12pm, 1.30pm - 4.30pm
Location: Akatarawa Forest Morning session – turn off at Totara Park (SH2) and turn left immediately after crossing the bridge. Afternoon session – turn right after MacKays Crossing onto Waterfall Rd, turn into Maungakotukuku Rd and meet at the end.
Cost: $20 per vehicle
Description:
Bring your vehicle and join the Cross Country Vehicle Club for a relaxed tagalong trip through Akatarawa Forest.
Motorcycle rider training - for experienced riders
Date: Sunday 26 February
Time: 9am - 4.30pm
Location:
Cost: $20 per rider
Description:
Where you can learn tips from the experts on how to stay safe on your bike. One of the best ways to avoid crashes is to keep developing your riding skills. The more you know, the safer you’ll be. The course includes both theory and practical sessions. Our instructors, Roadsafe Ltd, are NZTA approved.jan.simmons@huttcity.govt.nz or roadsafety@huttcity.govt.nz
Rockin' the Hutt
Date: Sunday 26 February
Time: 10.30am - 4pm
Location: High Street CBD, Lower Hutt
Cost: Free to attend
Description:
A fun-filled family day suitable for all ages. Featuring quality stalls, fairground activities, rock n roll and swing competitions, Elvis Impersonators and other acts and classic cars. Stall enquiries welcome. Register as a stallholder (Word 100kb) by 19 December for the 'early bird price'.For more information: retail@hutt-chamber.org.nz , 04 939 9822 or check out the Rockin in the Hutt poster . (PDF 601kb)
Sing-A-Long Concert
Date: Sunday 26 February 2012
Time: 2pm
Location: The Salvation Army
Cost: FREE
Description:
Come along to this concert by Warren Loader as he entertains you with a variety of songs from your era of music. What a great way to start off the New Year! Bring your friends and share with them the humour and fun that always makes these concerts so enjoyable. Stay on for a for a friendly chat over a cuppa. Limited transport available on first come basis. Phone Stan (04) 528 4584
Tween & Teen Toolbox Parenting Course
Date: Sundays 26 Feb - 1 April 2012
Time: 7.15pm - 9.15pm
Location: Christian Fellowship
Cost: $67.50 individual, $90 couple (subsidies available)
Description:
Parenting course for parents of 12 - 18 year olds.We will show you that, although these years may be challenging, they can actually be some of the best years of your life - and theirs!jas.jen02@gmail.com or visit: www.theparentingplace.com
Comedy of Errors
Date: Tuesday 28 February - Saturday 3 March
Time: 7.30pm start (doors open at 7pm)
Location: Muritai School Yard stage (indoors in the Hall if wet), Muritai School, Eastbourne
Cost: Adults $15, Students and SuperGold cardholders $12, Children $10
Description:
'Comedy of Errors' is a Bard in the Yard production by the Butterfly Creek Theatre Troupe - a fast paced, laugh out loud comedy about identical twins and mistaken identity. www.bctt.org.nz , Phone bookings at: 083277790 or Purchase tickets at Rona Gallery, Eastbourne.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within the WOW Upper Hutt website pages is correct, however Upper Hutt City Council takes no responsibility for errors or inaccuracies.
Last Modified: 22 February 2012
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