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Whats On - July
Book Launch – Kevin Ireland’s “New” Poems
When: Thursday 17 July 2014, 7.30pm
Venue: The Depot Artspace, 28 Clarence Street, Devonport
A Devonport Library Associates Event
Stanley Bay Quiz Nights
When: Friday 18th July, quiz starts at 7:30pm, bar opens at 6pm
Venue: Stanley Bowling & Petanque Club, 20 Stanley Point Road, Devonport
Stanley Bay Quiz Nights are held every third Friday of the month, February to November.
It’s a fun, team-based event where obscure facts and trivia abound! Come on your own or
bring a friend; bring a team! Door charge $5.00 per person. Nibbles on the table and
refreshments at the Bar. See you there!
Bingo Night!
When: Saturday 19th July at 7.30pm
Grab you friends for a night of Bingo fun to help raise some funds for the
Devonport Community Garden!
Venue: Croquet Club, Wairoa Road
Tickets $10 It’s a BYO event and we are encouraging players to bring a plate of finger food
for the games break while we mix and mingle
contact: Charlotte 021 949 049 or devonportcommunitygarden@gmail.com
Preschool Mask and Movement Workshop with The Aunties
When: Thurs 24th July 1.30-2.30pm
Venue: Devonport Community House
For 30 years “The Aunties” have educated & entertained young audiences with original and
imaginative shows and workshops. The children will create a mask followed by a fun-filled,
easy to follow song & movement $7 includes art materials Spaces limited. www.theaunties.co.nz/preschool-mask-and-movement-workshops
Bookings: Ph 445 3068 or email devonportcomhouse@xtra.co.nz
Incredible VAC Variety Show
When: Friday 25th July, 7:30PM
Venue:
Rose Theatre, School Road Belmont.
featuring performances by some of the top
performers in the country:
Champion fiddler and music star Marian Burns
Kiwi music icons Roger Skinner and Paul Bennett
Eye-popping magic from award-winning magician Mick Peck
Award-winning performer Karen Davy as Dolly Parton
Comedy and celebrity impressions from Colin Parris
Hits of Broadway from Maryanne and Gemma Rushton
A touch of burlesque and fun from Dizzy Summers
Hosted by David Hartnell MNZM, New Zealand's King of Hollywood and
Celebrity Gossip and Patron of the Variety Artists Club.
The must-see Incredible VAC Variety Show is on for one performance only. Cash door sales available, we strongly recommend reserving your tickets
via email to avoid disappointment
www.vacnz.com
In Conversation…Gaylene Preston and Deborah Shepard
When: Sunday July 27, 4 pm
Where: Michael King Writers’ Centre, Takarunga Mt Victoria, Devonport
Gaylene Preston is a New Zealand film maker and producer. A highlight of her documentary
making is Stories: Our Mothers Never Told Us. She will be in conversation with film and art
historian Deborah Shepard whose books include Reframing Women: A History of New
Zealand Film, Between the Lives: Partners in Art and Her Life's Work.
Koha entry ($5) Bookings recommended 445 8451
The Bunker – Devonport Folk Music Club
Annual General Meeting followed by a Club night.
When: Monday 28th 8pm sharp No charge
Venue: "The Bunker" on Mt Victoria, Devonport, Auckland, New Zealand.
Great concerts coming up in July! Club Nights, Bluegrass & concerts
www.devonportfolkmusic.co.nz for dates, times and costs
The Victoria Theatre Trust AGM & Talk
When: Monday 28th July, 7.30pm
Venue: The Albert Theatre @ The Vic 56 Victoria Rd, Devonport
Guest speaker David Downs talks about his upcoming book on 'No.8 Rewired, 202 NZ
Inventions that Changed the World' Kiwi inventions have often been world leading and
we've punched above our weight - but is that changing now? Do we need to get Re-Wired?
Community House Style Night Fundraiser
When: Thurs 31st July. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm start
Venue: Devonport Community House, 32 Clarence Street, Devonport
Stuck in a clothing rut? Your body has changed but your clothes haven’t? Always
in black, head to toe? The Community House is hosting a fun & practical style
night fundraiser with Trudi Bennett from What to Wear with Wardrobe Flair.
www.wardrobeflair.com You’ll come away with a fresh perspective on dressing and new
ideas for stepping out in style. $30 includes bubbles on arrival and supper.
Bookings: Ph 445 3068 or email devonportcomhouse@xtra.co.nz
Tom Smith 445 1037 |
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