Saturday 14th September 2024, in Community Events, Music & Performing Arts, Sports

Nelson Social Dance Clubs September dance. Live music will be provided by the " Connors".

This month the theme will be Formal, bow ties for the men and Tiaras for the ladies.
Bring a plate for a shared supper.

We are offering our second dance lesson before the main dance, everyone is invited.
Sally will be running the second of the series which will be on the new vogue dance, "The Presidents Daughters Waltz". The lesson will start at 6.45pm and run for half an hour at a cost of $3pp.

Last month the lesson on "quality of movement" was a very enjoyable learning experience for those that participated. A reminder, if we get a good response it will encourage the dance teachers to keep coming along.

Come along at 6.45pm and give it a go.

Saturday 14th September 2024, in Conservation & Environment

Join the Riverside Tree Bee on September 14th to help plant 1,500 native trees, enhancing waterways and creating habitats for local wildlife. Organised by the Riverside Community Trust, this event supports environmental regeneration and fosters community connection.

The planting day starts at 10am under the guidance of expert Che Vincent. Participants should bring lunch, water, and wear sturdy boots for wetland areas. Activities conclude at 4pm, followed by a nutritious meal, music, and dance at the Café from 5pm to celebrate the day's achievements.

This family-friendly event invites wider community involvement for the first time, promising a day of productive, enjoyable effort. For more details or to register, contact Verena at verenamaria53@gmail.com.

For more information: https://www.riverside.org.nz/single-post/tree-bee-tree-planting-and-community-gathering

Saturday 14th-Sunday 15th September 2024, in Community Events, Cycling, Sports

The Gorge is opening for the 2024 – 2025 season and we’re starting the season off with an opening weekend celebration of shuttles, BBQ’s, camping, fire pits, and good times. There is no place like the Gorge when it is humming with the buzz of happy riders and we want to start the season off right!

RIDE – Shuttles will operate as normal on Saturday and Sunday but for the special price of $89 per person. Shuttle work on a revolving vehicle system so you can ride as many (or few) laps as you like.

STAY – Come and stay for the weekend. Bring your friends and family. There are three options for accommodation for the weekend. Book Gibbs Lodge for your crew of up to eight and stay in style at the top of the bike park, book a room (max three people per room) in Barry’s Bunkhouse, or pack your tent and camping gear and pitch up for free for the weekend! Read more about the lodge accommodation here.

Numbers are limited.

Saturday 14th September 2024, in Music & Performing Arts

Deep Folk - Dark Country

Saturday 14th-Sunday 15th September 2024, in Community Events, Education, Heritage & Culture, Visual Arts & Crafts

Please join us at our upcoming Biennial Quilt Show at the Wakefield School Hall.

Admission is only $3.00.

There will be many beautiful quilts on display, made by members over the past 2 years. Also, we have our beautiful raffle quilt along with other raffles available. Tickets are reasonably priced and the raffles are drawn after the show.

Sit and have lunch or morning tea in our cafe which is operating daily with lovely home baked goodies.

Saturday 14th September 2024, in Food, Wine & Brewing

Join us for a Garden Party! Come along for music, indulge in delicious food, and sip on our amazing cocktails at the Kiwi Spirit's Cellar Door! DJ Lambi Kitty will be spinning tunes to create the perfect vibe and gourmet cheese platters made with our spectacular Tasman produce will be available all day. The Garden Party runs from 12 pm to 6 pm, with music beginning at 2:30 pm. Tickets are $10.

Sunday 15th September 2024, in Youth

Let your children experience the joy of clowning in a vibrant workshop led by Barbara Knewitz. This session includes engaging games, clown act practice, face painting, and a final performance for parents. The event fosters laughter, creativity, and the potential discovery of each child's clown persona, all in a supportive and fun environment with exciting challenges.

Children are encouraged to wear colorful clothes, and clown costumes are welcome!

Barbara Knewitz is a seasoned acting and theatre pedagogy expert, with studies in Berlin and extensive experience working with people with disabilities, elementary students, and in a touring children’s circus program in Germany. Her focus on group dynamics, creativity, and social learning ensures a fun and enriching experience.

Limited to 10 participants. $10 per child. Bookings close Friday, 13th September at 2pm. Book here: https://www.riverside.org.nz/event-details/clowning-workshop-for-kids-5-to-8-years

This workshop is proudly sponsored by the Riverside Community Trust. Please contact Tanja (at education@riverside.org.nz) for workshop questions or to ask about sponsorship options.

Sunday 15th September 2024, in Music & Performing Arts

Live music - NEW ORLEANS RHYTHM AND BLUES

Wednesday 18th September 2024, in Community Events, Wellness, Eco & Recreation

Wellby Talking Cafés welcome everyone for a relaxed cuppa and can start your journey to connect with others who enjoy the same things. You can pop in for a quick chat or stay for a longer conversation with friendly people.

There is no need to register, just turn up on the day. The Talking Café hosts will warmly welcome you when you arrive

Wednesday 18th September 2024, in Food, Wine & Brewing, Visual Arts & Crafts, Workshops & Retreats

This week we are painting Summer Love - an abstract style couple swimming in the ocean.

ArtVine Paint & Sip meets Burger Culture, creating an awesome vibe in this venue! How it works? You show up, everything you need to paint is supplied, aprons, easels, canvas, acrylic paints and your brushes. Paintings change weekly, from contemporary florals, abstract body paintings, seascapes & beach art and much more.

Join your mates, grab a few drinks and order some snacks, meet some dates and get into Nelson's newest late-night bar with 12 taps, primo local wines and some damn good cocktails. Serving wicked burgers "Rancing Queen", "Elvis Capresely", "Cheazy-E" and beers - join the fun! Stay for dessert or another drink, chat to new and old friends while you wait for your masterpiece to dry!

Every second Wednesday (alternative nights next door at The Vic) - group bookings are cool - spaces are limited! Book early.

Thursday 19th September 2024, in Business Events, Community Events, Education, Heritage & Culture

September marks ‘Wills Month’ in New Zealand, an annual prompt to create or update this all-important record of what you want to have happen when you die. Having an up-to-date Will gives you peace of mind that you have made the best plans possible for the people and causes you care about. You have made it easier for your family and friends to do the right thing when you die.

This September we have several opportunities to support Wills Month.
Pitt & Moore Lawyers and Notaries Public and Atkinson Crehan Law have offered to donate $50 to Nelson Tasman Hospice for every new Will signed during September. We appreciate their support and for being part of our compassionate community.

They will also host free community drop-in information sessions during Wills Month here at Nelson Tasman Hospice on Suffolk Road, so you can have some questions around writing a Will answered. You can go to one or both of these sessions, no registration necessary.

Wills Information Drop In Sessions -

• Pitt & Moore - Thurs 5th September 1:00pm - 2:30pm
• Atkinson Crehan Law - Thurs 19th September 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Thursday 19th September 2024, in Community Events

Get in touch to register your spot for a tour. See & hear about what we actually do.

Feel free to stay for a coffee in our Mānuka Cafe and pop into one of the Wills Month sessions hosted by local law firms.

Thursday 5th September 11:30am or 12pm & Thursday 19th September 11:30am or 12pm

Email fundraising@nelsonhospice.org.nz to register your space

Thursday 19th September 2024, in Music & Performing Arts

Open mic poetry and music

Friday 20th September 2024, in Education, Heritage & Culture

An illustrated presentation by Heather Smith, "The Shell Lady", about her passion for shell collecting, and how that grew into scientific research, culminating in volunteer work in Conchology at Auckland Museum.

Her presentation will be light-hearted yet educational, weaving together her considerable knowledge of every aspect of shellfish life, and of shellfish you've never heard of, with tales from her journeys all over the world in search of specimens.

There will also be a display of some of the 4000 shells she has collected.

Saturday 21st-Sunday 22nd September 2024, in Community Events, Markets, Shows & Fairs, Youth

The Pretty Smart Sale has over 40 unique sellers offering quality pre-loved items including jewellery, bags, scarves and shoes for the whole family all at bargain prices.

Cash sales only.

Saturday 21st-Sunday 22nd September 2024, in Community Events, Education, Heritage & Culture, Food, Wine & Brewing

September Latin Fiesta in Nelson

From 9pm - $20 pre-sale online / $25 at the door
~ Live Music: Feel the rhythm and nice vibes of folk music.
~ Food - Savor the flavors of Chile with delicious, traditional dishes: Empanadas, sopaipillas and pastel de choclo.
~ Latino-Style Drinks: Enjoy refreshing drinks with a Latin twist.
~ Latin Dance Class of 'Cueca' (Chile)

From 11pm - $10 general entry
~ PARTY TIME! Direct from Wellington, DJ Deskontrol(CHI) will ignite the dance floor with his electrifying mix of reggaeton, cumbia, salsa, and more. Known for his high-energy sets and seamless transitions, he’ll keep the party going till 3am. Prepare to dance and party like in latinamerica!

* Cash preferable / Eftpos available

Join us for a night full of Latin flavor, dancing, and celebration!

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Saturday 21st September 2024, in Music & Performing Arts

Spring Equinox celebration

Saturday 21st September 2024, in Food, Wine & Brewing

Kick off spring with us at Kiwi Spirit Distillery’s Spring Fest! Enjoy live music from the Whiskey Priest and tasty food. Don’t miss this lively celebration of the Spring Equinox! Spring Fest is a mini festival limited to 100 people that runs from 12 pm to 6 pm, with music beginning at 2:30 pm. Tickets are $10.

Saturday 21st September 2024, in Community Events, Music & Performing Arts

Please join us as we celebrate 'International Day of Peace' and 'Te Wiki o te Reo Māori'.

'Te Mana Hā' welcome all levels of singers and te reo ability to learn waiata during this two-hour workshop. 10.00am - 12.00pm. Registrations from 9.30am. Koha is welcomed.

This workshop will be followed by a concert by 'Te Mana Hā' at noon.

'Te Mana Hā' is a multiethnic group of wāhine who live, work and thrive in Whakatū. They are committed to learning Te Reo Māori. Waiata (song) has been a way of learning the language, connecting to each other, their whānau and community. The group is led by Maria Oxnam.

Sunday 22nd September 2024, in Community Events

Join us to hear about Susan Michell’s new novel “Eating Salt in Africa” based on living and travelling in Tanzania.

Stories have been gathered during the ‘nitty gritty’ of everyday village life, and in travels around the country to places seldom seen by visitors.

Susan will have her book available for purchase: $30.00 cash only.

If you are unable to be present you are welcome to join by zoom. For a link contact susanmichell@y7mail.com