8 – 14 April 2019

Top Picks for the Week Middle Age Spread by Roger Hall Tuesday-Sunday See Below For Times The Comedy Hub Presents: Stand Up for Peace Wednesday 8:00pm Lights of Autumn Night Trains Friday & Saturday 6:00pm Manawatu Orchid Society Autumn Show Saturday 9.30am

Battle of The Bridges - Free The Square, Palmerston North Battle of the Bridges is an endurance course like no other! In conjunction with the New Zealand Defence Force, local secondary schools compete to design and build a ‘bridge’ to cross a variety of obstacles in a race to the finish line. Team registrations are closed but the public are invited to come down and cheer the teams on as they battle it out for a replica of the prestigious Scot’s Trophy! Tuesday 9 April 10:00am – 2:00pm

Middle Age Spread by Roger Hall Centrepoint Theatre, 280 Church Street, Palmerston North It’s 1978 New Zealand, three couples meet for a dinner party that none of them want to attend and the tension is palpable. Colin is anxious about his recent promotion and ever-expanding waistline, Judy is feeling uneasy about her future, and Reg is already halfway through the scotch. As the evening unfolds, can they keep their mid-life crises at a simmer, or will it all eventually boil over along with the fondue? Tuesday 9 April 6:30pm – 8:30pm Wednesday 10 April 6:30pm – 8:30pm Thursday 11 April 7:30pm – 9:30pm Friday 12 April 7:30pm – 9:30pm Saturday 13 April 7.30pm – 9.30pm Sunday 14 April 4:00pm – 6:30pm

Shop Til You Drop: Kapiti to Palmerston North The Square, Palmerston North You are welcome to join in on this small group tour from the Kāpiti Coast. Palmerston North is known for great shopping and it's easy to get around. Whether you have a shopping list as long as your arm or window shopping is your thing - this is the trip for you! There'll be an hour and a half for shopping around the Square then you'll head to the Hokowhitu Cafe for a well-deserved lunch overlooking the lovely Centennial Lagoon. Tuesday 9 April 9:30am – 3:30pm

Newbies - New People to Feilding KR’s Café, 32 Fergusson Street, Feilding Any age is welcome for people who have shifted to Feilding recently. This event is a chance to get to know people in the area and have a coffee. With great food of course! Wednesday 10 April 10:30am

Race Unity Speech Awards Palmerston North Central Library, 4 The Square, Palmerston North Speaking for Justice, Working for Unity’. In light of the recent tragic events in Christchurch, the competition could not be more timely. More and more New Zealanders are recognising that if we want a harmonious and unified Aotearoa, we all must speak out and work to address racial prejudice and injustice. Come to the Library's Sound and Vision Zone and hear local students speaking on this important topic. All welcome, supper provided. Wednesday 10 April 5:30pm – 8:00pm

Café Scientifique April - Public Science Talk Series - Free Globe Theatre, 312 Main St, Palmerston North Valérie Poirier, Senior Lecturer in Small Animal Medical Oncology at Massey University, will be talking about "Cancer in Animals". Don't miss out on this one-off opportunity to learn on a fascinating topic! Licensed bar/café service will be available at the Globe Theatre from 6 pm. Free event, donations welcome. Wednesday 10 April 7:00pm

Apples Ashhurst Village Valley Centre, 21 Guildford St, Ashhurst A simple, all-encompassing title for what will be a workshop jam packed full of information and experiences. Facilitated by Sarah Frater from local Ashhurst business Edible Garden, we will talk about apples for the home garden, pest control, organics, companion planting and storage. There will be the opportunity to taste less common varieties of apples from around New Zealand, and appreciate the wide variety of flavours there are. There will be the opportunity to buy apples, trees and products from Edible Garden. Wednesday 10 April 7:30pm – 9:30pm

The Comedy Hub Presents: Stand Up for Peace Globe Theatre, 312 Main St, Palmerston North Stand Up against racism, intolerance and hate. Stand Up for Peace. New Zealand's comedy community unites to honour and raise funds for the victims of the March 15th terrorist attack. With shows happening simultaneously throughout the country on Wednesday 10 April, each show will feature a line up of top NZ comics doing their bit to show solidarity with Christchurch and Aotearoa's Muslim community. Tickets are $20 and are available from the Globe Theatre website. Wednesday 10 April 8:00pm – 9:00pm

Book Launch: Won By The Spade - How the RNZE Built a Nation - Free Globe Theatre, 312 Main Street, Palmerston North This book launch is about the of the history of the Royal New Zealand Engineers. The speakers include: His Worship the Mayor, Grant Smith, the author Peter Cooke, LT. Col. Terry McDonald and Professor Glyn Harper. Head along for a listen. Thursday 11 April 11:30am – 2:00pm

For more information or advice on what to see and do in Palmerston North City & Manawatu, pop in and visit the team at the i-SITE in The Square. Open seven days. This information was accurate at the time of printing and is sourced from ManawatuNZ.co.nz/whats-on. Check out eventfinda.co.nz for more details.

Postcard Stories - Free Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, 326 Main Street, Palmerston North The Floral Clocks is a unique performance celebrating the humble postcard, by projecting a series of wonderfully intriguing postcards on stage, accompanied by songs, poems and stories. Head along to check it out! Thursday 11 April 3:00pm – 4:00pm

Goodbye to All That? Cultural Demobilisation In Post-war NZ - Free Palmerston North Central Library, 4 The Square, Palmerston North This talk by Dr. Steven Loveridge explores these processes of cultural mobilisation and demobilisation and their larger implications for posterity’s sense of the Great War, including our own today. Light refreshments from 5.30pm, presentation starts 6:00pm. Thursday 11 April 5:30pm – 7:00pm

African Drumming with Jennifer Shed 23, 23 Princess Street, Palmerston North Jennifer is an award winning and highly experienced musician and fully trained teacher. She is passionate about providing opportunities for all to experience the sheer joy of music, through accessible music making. Need a drum to use? She’d be delighted to let you use one of hers! Thursday 11 April 6:30pm – 8:00pm

Avenue Q - R13 Wallace Development Company Theatre, 38 Centennial Drive, Palmerston North Part flesh, part felt and packed with heart, Avenue Q is still the funniest and freshest show. This laugh out loud musical tells the timeless story of a bright-eyed college grad named Princeton. When he arrives in New York City with big dreams and a tiny bank account, he must move into a shabby apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. This show is great for teenagers because it’s about real life, but it may not be appropriate for young children. Parents should use their discretion based on the maturity level of their children. Thursday 11 April 7:30pm – 10:00pm Friday 12 April 7:30pm – 10:00pm Saturday 13 April 7:30pm - 10:00pm

Lights of Autumn Night Trains Palmerston North Esplanade Scenic Railway, Victoria Esplanade, Park Road, Palmerston North Ride the Esplanade Scenic Railway on their short circuit and see the bush magically lit by their show lighting. A great family evening out. The cost is $3.00 per person but under two’s are free. Weather permitting. Check out the Facebook page for more information. Friday 12 April 6:00pm- 9:00pm Saturday 13 April 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Palmy On a Couch Shed 23, 23 Princess Street, Palmerston North Palmerston North's newest (and only) live chat show, based on a couch in the beautiful living room-like surrounds of Shed 23. After an action packed first show, full of music, chat, jokes, geriatric stage invasions, and almost derailed by a literal car crash, they’ve decided to return for seconds. Friday 12 April 7:30pm – 10:00pm

On Golden Pond Feilding Little Theatre Players, 21 Stafford Street, Feilding A heart-warming comedy which explores the often-turbulent relationship a daughter shared with her father as she grew up and the difficulties faced by a couple in the twilight years of a long marriage. Prior to each evening show they serve a two-course dinner starting at 6.30pm, show time 7.45pm. Prior to the Sunday Matinee they offer an English High Tea starting at 3.15pm. Show time: 4.00pm. Friday 12 April 6:30pm – 10:15pm and 7:45pm – 10.15pm Saturday 13 April 6:30pm – 10.15pm and 7.45am - 10:15pm Sunday 14 April 3:15pm – 6:15pm and 4:00pm – 6:15pm

Manawatu Orchid Society Autumn Show - Free Feilding Baptist Church, 42 Bowen Street, Feilding Beautiful orchids, locally grown on display and for sale. Raffle and orchid supplies will also be available. Saturday 13 April 9:30am – 4:00pm

She Has To Be Loved Globe Theatre, 312 Main Street, Palmerston North More of a homage than a tribute, She Has To Be Loved is a celebration of New Zealand female recording artists from 1979-2009. Join live band, Quiet Storm, as they follow the chart success of some of New Zealand's most beloved female musicians, tell their stories through their songs, and recognise the contribution they've made to New Zealand music. Saturday 13 April 7:30pm – 9:30pm

Bent Horseshoe: Legal Tender Hokowhitu Bowling Club, 279 Albert Street, Palmerston North The ‘Legal Tender” duo of Ian and Moira Campbell have been performing an eclectic mix of Rural/Folk originals and covers around New Zealand for more years than they care to remember. Frequent collaborators with various members of the Hamilton County Bluegrass Band and other well known Kiwi musicians they have featured at numerous country/folk festivals and concerts. Door Sales Only Saturday 13 April 7:30pm

Bird Sale - Manawatu Avicultural Society Feilding Civic Centre, 84 Aorangi Street, Feilding, The annual Bird Sale by the Manawatu Avicultural Society attracts sellers and visitors from all around New Zealand. Birds of many varieties will be on display and for sale. A sausage sizzle, tea and coffee will again be hosted by the Halcombe fire brigade with proceeds going to their chosen charity. Sunday 14 April 8:00am – 12:00pm

Old Skills In Action Coach House Museum, 121 South Street, Feilding Explore skills and trades of days gone by at this fun event for the whole family. Entertainment features Future's past steam punk, tea cup racing, parasol duelling, music, dance activities and games. Milk wagon rides, rope making and wash boards. There will also be high tea and sausage sizzles. Sunday 14 April 9:00am – 4:00pm

Glen Oroua Friends of The School Trail Ride McKelvie Farm Tangimoana Road, Palmerston North This trail ride will be covering about 27km over rolling sand country and through forest and farmland. Two kid's loops also. This is a fundraiser for the local school. Registrations open 9:00am with rider's briefing at 9.45am and riding from 10:00am-2.30pm. There will be a sausage sizzle, sweet and savoury food all included in the rego fee. A coffee cart will also be there for your caffeine fix. Sunday 14 April 9:00am – 2:30pm

Arapuke Super V - Womens Event Arapuke MTB Park, Kahuterawa Road, Palmerston North An event to introduce women at brave beginners/early intermediate riding ability and above to the Super V format. This is a low key, non-intimidating event, with the ultimate aim of increasing the number of women riding at Arapuke, and getting women enthused about different kinds of riding. Sunday 14 April 8:45am – 12:30pm

Hokowhitu Village Farmers Market Hokowhitu Village Centre, 356 Albert Street, Palmerston North This is a market for locals offering a range of artisan and local produce to tease your taste buds. There will also be street food, live music by local talent and artisan food stalls. Head on down to check it out! This market runs one Sunday each month. Sunday 14 April 9:00am – 1:00pm

Reducing Our Household Rubbish: The Zero Waste Approach - Free Square Edge, 47, Palmerston North Join Hannah and Liam, the “Two No-Waste Nomads” behind The Rubbish Trip, for an introduction to the practicalities and philosophy of waste reduction. They will guide you through the whys and the hows of life without a rubbish bin, including: Tips for how you can reduce the rubbish in your life, Innovative examples of waste and why is waste reduction important. This event is free; everyone is welcome. Free zero waste nibbles, tea and coffee will be provided. BYO reusable, non-disposable cup! Sunday 14 April 3:00pm – 5:00pm

Sunday Strums Shed 23, 23 Princess Street, Palmerston North Here's a chance to put some strumming joy into your life. Ukulele is a wonderfully accessible and happy instrument, perfect for jamming with friends and being able to play your favourite songs! Designed for beginner players who are using 3-6 chords. Sunday 14 April 4:30pm – 5:30pm

Manawatū Woodworkers' Guild - Free Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, 326 Main Street, Palmerston North The craftspeople of the Manawatū Woodworkers' Guild are masters of chisel and lathe. Come and see them transform chunks of wood into works of art. Sunday 14 April 10:30am – 3:00pm

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