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Tue 20 Oct
9
9 activities
10:00
12:00
Sew Smooth: Intermediate Sewing Machine Course
Sign up for our intermediate sewing class running from 10am-12pm. For the six weeks of classes you will be guided through how to sew a bucket hat for summer. The bucket hat can be reversible and will have options for a short or longer brim.
Workshop
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Workshop
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Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Free
Free
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10:00
12:00
October Little Morning | Halloween Magic Potions
Calling all little witches, wizards and potion masters! Join us for a spook-tacular Little Morning filled with creative play, sensory fun and a little Halloween magic. Little ones can mix, stir and create their own ...
Family
Chartwell Shopping Centre
Family
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Chartwell Shopping Centre
Free
Free
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10:00
14:00
Exuberant and Innovative Inclusion
This is an art exhibition for Mental Health Awareness week, celebrating how inclusion can increase wellbeing for Takatāpui and Rainbow people. For years, Carole (she/her) has created art to make meaning of the world ...
Arts & music
Ethos Cafe
Drop in · ~60 min visit
Arts
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Ethos Cafe
Free
Free
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10:30
12:00
Come craft with us!
Join us for some fun and inspiring craft sessions designed for adults with some experience, but beginners are very welcome too!
Community
Glenview Library - Mangakootukutuku
Community
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Glenview Library - Mangakootukutuku
Free
Free
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11:00
12:30
Dinsdale Magic Circle
Join our friendly, casual group for knitters and crocheters of all skill levels on Tuesday mornings. Share ideas and inspiration, meet new people, or learn yarn-craft skills from experienced crafters.
Community
Dinsdale Library - Te Tiwha o Pareiiriwhare
Community
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Dinsdale Library - Te Tiwha o Pareiiriwhare
Free
Free
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13:00
14:30
Crochet for Beginners
Have you always wanted to get started with crochet, but don’t know where to begin? This course is for you!
Community
Dinsdale Library - Te Tiwha o Pareiiriwhare
Community
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Dinsdale Library - Te Tiwha o Pareiiriwhare
Free
Free
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15:30
17:00
Code Creators – Activate
Come join us at your local library to start coding your very own playable game! Learn scratch-based coding for the very first time or continue growing your skills with help from our library staff.
Family
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Family
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Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Free
Free
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15:30
16:30
Dinsdale Library Kids Club
Get ready for fun every Tuesday at Dinsdale Library’s Kids Club! 🎉 Join us for a jam-packed session of crafts, creativity, and hands-on adventures. There’s always something new to make and play — we can’t wait to see you there!
Family
Dinsdale Library - Te Tiwha o Pareiiriwhare
Family
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Dinsdale Library - Te Tiwha o Pareiiriwhare
Free
Free
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16:00
17:00
Pixel Perfect
Begin your pixelated journey through the exciting and simplistically complex (or complicatedly simple) world of Pixel Art! Whether you would like to create a simple sprite or try your hand at pixelating the Mona Lisa, we can help you create the pixel-perfect project of your dreams! From tiny sprites to big masterpieces, learn how to bring your ideas to life in our Pixel Perfect Workshop. No experience needed – just pixels and imagination!
Family
Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Family
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Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Free
Free
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Wed 21 Oct
8
8 activities
09:20
11:30
Open Day for Day and Boarding Students
We welcome families to attend the St Paul's Collegiate School Open Day to learn what life is like as a student at St Paul's Collegiate School. We recommend that students considering joining the school in 2027 or beyond ...
Workshop
St Paul's Collegiate School
Workshop
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St Paul's Collegiate School
Free
Free
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10:00
12:00
Sew Smooth: Beginners Sewing Machine Course
Sign up for our seven-week beginners’ sewing course for adults and learn how to sew with sewing machines.
Workshop
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Workshop
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Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Free
Free
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10:30
3 days
Library Uke Club
Welcome to the Library Uke Club!
Family
Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Wed · Thu · Sat
Family
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Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Free
Free
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13:00
2 days
Engineering Design Show 2026
Celebrate 20 Years of Innovation at the University of Waikato Engineering Design Show Join us as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Waikato Engineering Design Show, showcasing the innovation and creativity of ...
Community
Te Aahurutanga, The Paa, University of Waikato
Wed · Thu
Community
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Te Aahurutanga, The Paa, University of Waikato
Free
Free
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13:00
15:00
Sew Smooth: Pattern Blocks
Sign up for our new block pattern design class!For three weeks of classes you will be guided through how to create your own block pattern. We will be taking accurate measurements of ourselves and using some simple maths to calculate lengths and angles to then draw our pattern out on paper. Your block patterns are tailored to you and can be made into any kind of sewing pattern for yourself. During the three weeks we will be completing a simple skirt block pattern. This class is useful for people
Community
Chartwell Library - Kukutaaruhe
Community
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Chartwell Library - Kukutaaruhe
Free
Free
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13:00
14:30
Be CREATIV with Liz
Interested in making your own book or maybe a junk journal? Creative opportunities abound here!
Community
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Community
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Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Free
Free
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13:00
14:00
Art Club
Are you interested in learning the basics of acrylic painting, from proportions to composition? Do you enjoy learning new skills and having fun? Join our Art Club at Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa Central Library or Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library, and create your own piece of art!
Community
Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Community
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Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Free
Free
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15:45
17:15
Code Creators Expanded
Join us at Central to continue your coding journey! Combine all the skills you’ve learnt so far and work on a Tower Defence game featuring more complex coding.
Family
Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Family
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Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Free
Free
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Thu 22 Oct
6
6 activities
10:30
11:00
Bilingual Kararehe - Animal Storytime
Join us for a bilingual Te reo and English Storytime! Sing and read along with us as we learn the names of some of our favourite animals in Te reo Maaori.
Family
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Family
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Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Free
Free
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16:00
20:00
Sunset Market
Sunset Markets – Thursday Nights Thursday nights just got a whole lot tastier! Come along to Sunset Markets, a vibrant family-friendly evening bringing together delicious food, great atmosphere and cuisine from ...
Market
Big Save Carpark
Drop in · ~90 min visit
Market
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Big Save Carpark
Free
Free
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16:00
17:00
Maths with Confidence 2.0
Building on our original programme, our 5-week Maths with Confidence 2.0 workshop is designed for older teens (15+) navigating secondary maths, tests and assessments.
Community
Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Community
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Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Free
Free
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17:00
20:00
Panasonic Lumix Workshop
A First for Snapshot Photo Warehouse — You Won't Want to Miss This! Get ready for the very first time in Snapshot Photo Warehouse history: we're hosting an exclusive LUMIX Customer Event, and it's going to be one to ...
Workshop
Snapshot Photo Warehouse
Workshop
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Snapshot Photo Warehouse
Paid
Paid
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17:30
19:45
French Movie Night
Join us for a lively French film screening with English subtitles, featuring a warm and witty story full of humour, heart, and perfectly timed chaos. Set around an extravagant celebration where the best-laid plans begin to unravel, this charming ensemble comedy offers a playful look at the behind-the-scenes pressures, personalities, and surprises that make big events unforgettable. A delightful choice for fans of international French cinema.
Workshop
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Workshop
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Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Free
Free
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18:30
19:30
Find Your Voice - Community Singing Workshops
Discover the joy of singing in a relaxed, social environment! In these workshops, we will explore the essentials of vocal technique. Whether you are an absolute beginner or looking to further develop your voice, come and connect with others through the power of music. No auditions, no stress—just singing and community!
Workshop
Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Workshop
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Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Free
Free
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Fri 23 Oct
3
3 activities
10:00
11:00
New Zealand Sign Language
Come and learn New Zealand’s official language for the Deaf Community in these free sign language classes. No registration is required!
Workshop
Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Workshop
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Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Free
Free
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15:30
16:30
Dinsdale Game Makers
Ever wanted to make your own video game? Join the Dinsdale Game Makers at Dinsdale Library!
Family
Dinsdale Library - Te Tiwha o Pareiiriwhare
Family
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Dinsdale Library - Te Tiwha o Pareiiriwhare
Free
Free
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18:00
19:30
Extra Lives: Interactive Video Game Show
Extra Lives is the world’s first Audience RPG: a fully narrated, inclusive choose-your-own-adventure game where you are the main character. Plunge into an exciting story with visuals, music, sound effects and footage ...
Arts & music
Clarence Street Theatre Workshop
Arts
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Clarence Street Theatre Workshop
From $35
From $35
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Sat 24 Oct
4
4 activities
10:00
15:00
The National Mustang Convention
The 47th National Mustang Convention comes to Hamilton this Labour Weekend, bringing together Mustang owners from throughout New Zealand for one spectacular public display. For one day only, the public is invited to ...
Sport & outdoors
Distinction Hotel & Conference Centre
Sport
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Distinction Hotel & Conference Centre
Free
Free
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14:00
15:00
Henna Workshops
Discover the beautiful art of henna in this fun and creative 4-week workshop for ages 10+!
Workshop
Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Workshop
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Te Kete Aronui Rototuna Library - Rototuna Library
Free
Free
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15:00
16:30
Spooky Sculpt Lab
Get creative this Halloween and bring your imagination to life!In this hands on 3D sculpting workshop, you will learn the basics of digital sculpting and design your own spooky monster.
Family
Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Family
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Central Library - Te Koopuu Maania o Kirikiriroa
Free
Free
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19:00
01:00
Skimanik Presents: The Interference Pt. 2
///APOLOGIES FOR THE INTERFERENCE/// Your broadcasts have been taken over by the collective known as TRIA. Hijacking your radio stations, live shows and playlists. We'll get back to your scheduled programming very ...
Arts & music
Nivara Lounge
Arts
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Nivara Lounge
From $20
From $20
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