| From 30 August |
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Secondary School Netball Tournament
Venue: Laird Park. |
| To 12 September |
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Exhibition – Arts Council
Celebrating their 20th anniversary. Exhibition in Galleries 1 & 2. Venue: Community Arts Centre, 19 Taupo Quay. Phone: (06) 345 1551. |
| 2-5 September |
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Mainstreet "Wanganui On Sale"
The bargains will be astounding, the savings unbelievable! Wanganui retailers are going all out to bring you the biggest sale in the history of our city. Don't miss your opportunity to save big time with Wanganui On Sale! Venue: Victoria Avenue. Contact: Mainstreet Wanganui, phone (06) 348 0157. |
| 3-24 September |
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Exhibition - David van Royen (Australia)
Good Reason 2008 Not Moving 2010. Reception at 5.30pm Friday, 3 September. Tuesday/Wednesday - Saturday 11am-3pm (often open until 6pm). By appointment. Please check website information page for occasional closed days due to travel commitments. Phone: (06) 348 7320 or 027 249 8059; email mcnamaraphotogal@xtra.co.nz; website www.mcnamara.co.nz. Venue: 190 Wicksteed Street. |
| 4 September |
9am-1pm |
The River Traders, Whanganui's Market by the River
This busy Saturday morning Market runs from 9am till 1pm offering locals and visitors alike an eclectic range of artists, crafts people, food producers, plant growers and general wares. Something new and imaginative each week. Join us for coffee and a truly Whanganui experience. Venue: Moutoa Quay, on the riverbank along from the PS Waimarie. Contact: The River Traders Stall Application, phone: (06) 343 9795 or text 027 229 9616, email therivertraders@xtra.co.nz, website www.therivertraders.co.nz. |
| 4 September |
10am-3pm |
Exploring Hinduism
Continuing our series on world religions – considering the major themes, practises and theology of Hinduism. BYO lunch. Facilitator: Catherine Jones. Cost: $20. Venue: Josephite Retreat, 14 Hillside Terrace. Phone: (06) 345 5047. |
| 4 September |
12 noon |
Wanganui Jockey Club Guineas/Fillies Day
Venue: Wanganui Racecourse. |
| 4-15 September |
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Wanganui Community Arts Council 20th Anniversary Celebrations & Exhibition
Venue: Community Arts Centre, 19 Taupo Quay. Phone: (06) 345 1551. |
| 5 September |
9am |
Multisport – John Taylor Memorial
Duathlon/Multisport Series – Event 2.
Short course – 2km run/2km kayak or 12km bike/2km run.
Long course - 4km run/4km kayak or 25km bike/4km run.
Venue: Club Rooms, Anzac Parade. |
| 5 September |
10am |
Sonia Wilson Memorial Scholarship Recitals
Intermediates, from 1.15pm seniors. Showcasing the best of Wanganui's young musical talent through competitions. Entry: $10 day pass or $7 for one session, per person. Free for students. Venue: Concert Chamber, War Memorial Conference & Convention Centre. Contact: Ingrid, phone (06) 347 7630. |
| 5 September |
10am-3pm |
Avoca Hotel Market every Sunday
Great stalls, Hangi speciality (limited meals), this is a regular Sunday event @ the Avoca Hotel, Upokongaro. Stall holders and other enquiries contact June, phone: (06) 342 5890. Venue: Upokongaro Village. |
| 5 September |
1.30pm |
Guided Spring Walk
Bring Dad and Granddad – it's Father's Day! Meet at the rear carpark; walk through the woodlands and then a choice of watching a camellia pruning demonstration or exploring the newly refurbished Rhododendron Walk. BYO afternoon tea. Venue: Bason Botanic Gardens, 552 Rapanui Road. Contact: Beverley, phone: (06) 345 1774. |
| 6 September |
10am-3pm |
Tending the Soul – Closing the Door
A guided day of prayer and reflection. BYO lunch. Facilitator: Catherine Woodcock. Venue: Josephite Retreat, 14 Hillside Terrace. Phone: (06) 345 5047. |
| 6 September |
6pm |
Parade of Fashion
Fashion parade fundraising for Alzheimer's Society. Tickets $20 from Just Looking or Alzheimer's Society office, 136 Victoria Avenue. Venue: Just Looking, Victoria Avenue. Phone: (06) 345 8833. |
| 9 September |
7pm |
Festival of Organ Music
Nicolas Grigsby – Director of Music at Wanganui Collegiate School. "Phantom of the Opera" silent movie with improvised soundtrack. Tickets: $15 adult, students free at the door. Venue: Collegiate School Chapel. Bookings: Royal Wanganui Opera House, phone: (06) 349 0511. |
| 18 September-5 December |
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Exhibition – Ann Verdcourt
The work of Dannevirke-based ceramic artist Ann Verdcourt is varied and diverse. This exhibition surveys Verdcourt's rich career and is divided into three groupings that reflect different elements of her practice – still life, conversations and play. Venue: Sarjeant Gallery. |
Sarjeant Gallery
Queens Park, via Campbell Street
Phone: (06) 349 0506 |
Monday to Sunday
10.30am-4.30pm |
Exhibitions:
To 5 September - 2010 Carey Smith & Co Ltd Whanganui Arts Review
To 24 October - Colour - exhibition from the Whanganui Regional Museum and Sarjeant Gallery collections
To 3 October - Fiona Amundsen "The First City in History"
To 3 October - Wanganui Glass
18 September-5 December - Ceramics: Ann Verdcourt - a survey
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Whanganui Regional Museum
Queens Park, via
Watt Street
Phone: (06) 349 1110
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Monday to Sunday
10am-4.30pm
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Exhibitions:
'George Marriner: Curator of the Wanganui Public Museum 1908-1910 – A centenary tribute'. To mid October.
Land – Mana Whenua Mana Tangata
Entry to the Museum is free to Wanganui residents |
| Community Arts Centre
19 Taupo Quay
Phone: (06) 345 1551
www.communityartscentre.org.nz
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Hours:
Monday to Saturday
10am-4pm
Sunday
1pm-4pm
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Exhibitions:
30 August - 12 September - Arts Council 20th anniversary exhibition
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What’s On is prepared by the i-SITE Wanganui Visitor Centre Phone (06) 349 0508 Fax (06) 349 0509.
