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Find out what workshops, conferences and classes are on in Hastings, Napier, Central Hawke's Bay and Wairoa through this link to Eventfinda. To find out how to list your event see Eventfinda.

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January 2025

Toitoi Summer Tours

Toitoi Summer Tours

Have you ever wondered how it would feel to stand on the Opera House stage and look out towards the audience? Would you like to take a peek in the dressing-rooms frequented by world renowned performers? Or perhaps you’re a history buff who wants to discover the history behind the beautiful...

Date: Thursday 23 January
Where:
Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Toitoi Summer Tours


Free
Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025

Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025

Come along to the Gallery and get creative with fun art activities related to our current exhibitions! Our Kids Drop-In Art Days run on Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school holidays, between 10am – 3pm. Activities are different every week. Free, no booking required.

Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 2 October
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025


Free
Summer at Waiaroha

Summer at Waiaroha

Come along with the kids and enjoy these water themed activities at Waiaroha Heretaunga Water Discovery Centre this January. The activities will be kicking off from Monday 8 January and running until Friday 2 February. Boat Race Mondays and Saturdays from 11am-12pm Build a boat with the...

Date: Monday 6 January to Friday 31 January
Where:
Waiaroha Heretaunga Water Discovery Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Summer at Waiaroha


Free
Justice of The Peace

Justice of The Peace

A Justice of the Peace is available in the Hastings Library every Tuesday and Thursday from 2pm - 4 pm. Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help you,...

Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 3 April
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Justice of The Peace


Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North

Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North

The Seasons Art Class came from humble beginnings over a decade ago in a small village in southern England. The course proved so successful that it grew throughout the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland and now New Zealand. Your 14-week beginner to improver art course includes: • Sketching,...

Date: Thursday 23 January to Thursday 24 April
Where:
Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North


Badge Making

Badge Making

Saturday 25 January 10am-12 noon Napier Library Pop in and create a pin badge. You can draw your own design or use pictures that we’ve provided to create your own one-of-a-kind badge!

Date: Saturday 25 January
Where:
Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Badge Making


Free
Justice of The Peace

Justice of The Peace

Do you need help from a Justice of the Peace? Local JPs are currently available at Havelock North Library. Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help...

Date: Saturday 11 January to Saturday 31 May
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Justice of The Peace


Art Classes  for Adults - Tutor led

Art Classes for Adults - Tutor led

Discover Your Inner Artist with The Seasons Art Class! From a cosy village in southern England over a decade ago, The Seasons Art Class has blossomed into a beloved art course across the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland, and now New Zealand! What's in Store for You? Join our 14-week...

Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 29 April
Where:
Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art Classes for Adults - Tutor led


Wāhineahuone -  Karanga Symposium

Wāhineahuone - Karanga Symposium

Wāhineahuone - Karanga Symposium Karanga te pō, Karanga te ao Kurawaka Limited are pleased to host this inaugural Karanga Symposium in the heart of Heretaunga, Ngāti Kahungunu. Kurawaka Retreat Centre located in the homelands of Ngāti Kere, Pōrangahau has been a welcoming place for many...

Date: Wednesday 29 January
Where:
Toitoi - Assembly Ballroom, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Wāhineahuone - Karanga Symposium


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


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Kawhe Kōrero

Kawhe Kōrero

Want to practice speaking te reo Māori outside of the classroom? Visit Z Heretaunga Service Station and give your kōrero a go! Try ordering a coffee in te reo Māori and meet with others using their reo. (The first 70 people will get their coffee for free!) Find out more:...

Date: Friday 31 January
Where:
Z Heretaunga Service Station, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Kawhe Kōrero


Hawke's Bay Regional Chardonnay Technical Workshop

Hawke's Bay Regional Chardonnay Technical Workshop

Join us on Friday the 31st of January 2025 to take a close look at Chardonnay from local producers and further afield. This is the opportunity to come together as a region to discuss and workshop Chardonnay. A space where we can learn from each other and our speakers, who will offer different...

Date: Friday 31 January
Where:
Toitoi - Shakespeare Room, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Hawke's Bay Regional Chardonnay Technical Workshop


February 2025

Free
Justice of The Peace

Justice of The Peace

Do you need help from a Justice of the Peace? Local JPs are currently available at Havelock North Library. Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help...

Date: Saturday 11 January to Saturday 31 May
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Justice of The Peace


Italian Long Lunch Cooking Workshop

Italian Long Lunch Cooking Workshop

Enjoying a delicious Italian long lunch just before Winter Hands-on workshop , preparing 5 dishes Making a fresh pasta Recipe booklet and lunch provided They say the kitchen is the heart of the home; Farmhouse Kitchen is the heart of our home but also the heart of our business and...

Date: Sunday 2 February
Where:
Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Italian Long Lunch Cooking Workshop


Free
Tea With Tales

Tea With Tales

Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...

Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Tea With Tales


Art Classes  for Adults - Tutor led

Art Classes for Adults - Tutor led

Discover Your Inner Artist with The Seasons Art Class! From a cosy village in southern England over a decade ago, The Seasons Art Class has blossomed into a beloved art course across the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland, and now New Zealand! What's in Store for You? Join our 14-week...

Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 29 April
Where:
Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art Classes for Adults - Tutor led


Free
Justice of The Peace

Justice of The Peace

A Justice of the Peace is available in the Hastings Library every Tuesday and Thursday from 2pm - 4 pm. Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help you,...

Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 3 April
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Justice of The Peace


Beginners Ballroom & Latin 8 Week Course Feb/March 2025

Beginners Ballroom & Latin 8 Week Course Feb/March 2025

Beginners Ballroom & Latin 8-week course (February/March) Learn the basics of partner dancing, Waltz, social-foxtrot, Cha-cha-cha & Jive. We recommend having a partner however it is not essential as we have helpers to assist, just come along and have a fantastic time meeting new people and learn...

Date: Tuesday 4 February to Tuesday 25 March
Where:
Munro Dance Studio, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Beginners Ballroom & Latin 8 Week Course Feb/March 2025


Beginners Salsa & Bachata 8 Week Course Feb/March 2025

Beginners Salsa & Bachata 8 Week Course Feb/March 2025

Beginners SALSA & BACHATA starts Wednesday 5th February 2025 8 week course (February/March) Join the fun of salsa & Bachata dancing, we recommend having a partner however it is not essential as we have helpers to assist, just come along and have a fantastic time meeting new people and learn to...

Date: Wednesday 5 February to Wednesday 26 March
Where:
Munro Dance Studio, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Beginners Salsa & Bachata 8 Week Course Feb/March 2025


Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North

Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North

The Seasons Art Class came from humble beginnings over a decade ago in a small village in southern England. The course proved so successful that it grew throughout the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland and now New Zealand. Your 14-week beginner to improver art course includes: • Sketching,...

Date: Thursday 23 January to Thursday 24 April
Where:
Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North


New Vogue 8 Week Course Feb/March 2025

New Vogue 8 Week Course Feb/March 2025

Beginners New Vogue 8-week course (February/March). PARTNER REQUIRED. Learn the basics of sequenced partner dancing. * Merrilyn (Foxtrot) * Evening Three (March) * Tracie Leigh (Waltz) * Tangoette (Tango) We recommend having a partner for this class, however you can learn solo (but there...

Date: Thursday 6 February to Thursday 27 March
Where:
Munro Dance Studio, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - New Vogue 8 Week Course Feb/March 2025


Free
Sensory Playtime

Sensory Playtime

Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items. Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 4 April
Where:
Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Sensory Playtime


Free
Sensory Playtime

Sensory Playtime

Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items. Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 4 April
Where:
Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Sensory Playtime


Free
Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling. ...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art for Tots 2025


Weleda Garden Tour

Weleda Garden Tour

Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Havelock North, Weleda New Zealand offers an enchanting garden tour for natural health enthusiasts. This exclusive one-hour tour provides a unique opportunity to explore the lush Visitor Garden and the historic homestead that serves as the head office of...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 21 February
Where:
Weleda NZ, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Weleda Garden Tour


Free
Repair Cafe Hastings

Repair Cafe Hastings

Haere Mai. Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers! Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...

Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where:
Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Repair Cafe Hastings


Learn To Draw For Beginners

Learn To Draw For Beginners

Have you always wanted to learn how to draw? In this specialist drawing class we delve into the seemingly magical skills of drawing to learn how to really look at a subject and draw it accurately. You’ll learn everything you need to practice drawing on your own including: - practical skills...

Date: Monday 10 February to Monday 24 March
Where:
Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Learn To Draw For Beginners


Free
Sensory Playtime

Sensory Playtime

Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items. Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...

Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 8 April
Where:
Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Sensory Playtime


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


Trinity Hill Cellar Door Canvas Night - Valentine's Day

Trinity Hill Cellar Door Canvas Night - Valentine's Day

A 2.5-hour step-by-step painting session from 6pm-8.30pm in the Trinity Hill Cellar Door! We’d love you to join us as we enjoy the classic pairing of painting and drinking wine, here at our Cellar Door in the heart of the Gimblett Gravels wine region. This event in our 'Cellar Door Canvas'...

Date: Friday 14 February
Where:
Trinity Hill Winery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Trinity Hill Cellar Door Canvas Night - Valentine's Day


Sourdough Bread Making Workshop

Sourdough Bread Making Workshop

Fresh baked slow fermented sourdough bread, sourdough buns, focaccia, pizza dough and crackers, cinnamon rolls and bagels. Go home with freshly baked goodies, recipe’s , some starter and the skills learned to do it yourself!

Date: Saturday 15 February
Where:
Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Sourdough Bread Making Workshop


Lindy-Hop 7week beginners course (Feb/March) 2025

Lindy-Hop 7week beginners course (Feb/March) 2025

Learn to Lindy-Hop with Hi-De-Ho Swing No partner or previous experience nessaserry, all you'll need is comfy shoes and your water bottle. Monday nights at the Munro Dance Studio, 5 Neeve Rd, Taradale, Napier (near the town clock). This 7-week beginners course start at 8pm (finishes at 9pm)...

Date: Monday 17 February to Monday 31 March
Where:
Munro Dance Studio, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Lindy-Hop 7week beginners course (Feb/March) 2025


Free
Hastings Library Book Chat

Hastings Library Book Chat

10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month. Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome. Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading! For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.

Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Hastings Library Book Chat


Serenity Sunday

Serenity Sunday

yogaAT61BridgeSt is thrilled to host a beautiful Sunday of Meditation, Movement and delicious vegetarian food. We welcome Kadam Birgit Saunders from the Amitabha Buddhist Centre, who will be sharing two lectures - How to Meditate and Habits of Happy People. Every body is welcome - no...

Date: Sunday 23 February
Where:
yogaAT61BridgeSt, Ongaonga, Central Hawke's Bay

Read more » - Serenity Sunday


Beyond The Buzz - Rethinking Attention with Elen Nathan

Beyond The Buzz - Rethinking Attention with Elen Nathan

Attention - what sucks it, what creates it, and what actually is it?? A workshop with Elen Nathan, exploring the edges of attention. We often talk about attention and the challenges of sustaining it, but what are we really talking about? Let’s get on the same page and unpack the basics so we...

Date: Tuesday 25 February
Where:
Napier War Memorial Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Beyond The Buzz - Rethinking Attention with Elen Nathan


March 2025

Free
Justice of The Peace

Justice of The Peace

Do you need help from a Justice of the Peace? Local JPs are currently available at Havelock North Library. Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help...

Date: Saturday 11 January to Saturday 31 May
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Justice of The Peace


Italian Long Lunch Cooking Workshop

Italian Long Lunch Cooking Workshop

Enjoying a delicious Italian long lunch just before Winter Hands-on workshop , preparing 5 dishes Making a fresh pasta Recipe booklet and lunch provided They say the kitchen is the heart of the home; Farmhouse Kitchen is the heart of our home but also the heart of our business and...

Date: Sunday 2 March
Where:
Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Italian Long Lunch Cooking Workshop


Free
Tea With Tales

Tea With Tales

Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...

Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Tea With Tales


Learn To Draw For Beginners

Learn To Draw For Beginners

Have you always wanted to learn how to draw? In this specialist drawing class we delve into the seemingly magical skills of drawing to learn how to really look at a subject and draw it accurately. You’ll learn everything you need to practice drawing on your own including: - practical skills...

Date: Monday 10 February to Monday 24 March
Where:
Creative Arts Napier, Community Arts Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Learn To Draw For Beginners


Art Classes  for Adults - Tutor led

Art Classes for Adults - Tutor led

Discover Your Inner Artist with The Seasons Art Class! From a cosy village in southern England over a decade ago, The Seasons Art Class has blossomed into a beloved art course across the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland, and now New Zealand! What's in Store for You? Join our 14-week...

Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 29 April
Where:
Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art Classes for Adults - Tutor led


Free
Justice of The Peace

Justice of The Peace

A Justice of the Peace is available in the Hastings Library every Tuesday and Thursday from 2pm - 4 pm. Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help you,...

Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 3 April
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Justice of The Peace


Building a Better Brain: Nutrition and Mental Wellness.

Building a Better Brain: Nutrition and Mental Wellness.

Building a Better Brain: Nutrition and Mental Wellness Discover how your food choices impact your mental health with internationally renowned Professor Julia Rucklidge. In this engaging talk, Professor. Rucklidge will explore the profound connection between nutrition and mental wellness, backed...

Date: Tuesday 4 March
Where:
Napier War Memorial Centre, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Building a Better Brain: Nutrition and Mental Wellness.


Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North

Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North

The Seasons Art Class came from humble beginnings over a decade ago in a small village in southern England. The course proved so successful that it grew throughout the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland and now New Zealand. Your 14-week beginner to improver art course includes: • Sketching,...

Date: Thursday 23 January to Thursday 24 April
Where:
Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North


Free
Sensory Playtime

Sensory Playtime

Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items. Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 4 April
Where:
Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Sensory Playtime


Free
Sensory Playtime

Sensory Playtime

Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items. Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 4 April
Where:
Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Sensory Playtime


Free
Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling. ...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art for Tots 2025


Health Hawke’s Bay Primary Care Symposium 2025

Health Hawke’s Bay Primary Care Symposium 2025

It is set to be a great event with informative clinical sessions, engaging forums, and thought-provoking plenary discussions. This is your chance to connect, collaborate, and network with fellow health professionals and the wider primary health care network, while enhancing your professional...

Date: Friday 7 March to Saturday 8 March
Where:
Toitoi - Hawke's Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Health Hawke’s Bay Primary Care Symposium 2025


The Arty Farty Garden Party

The Arty Farty Garden Party

Join us for an Arty Farty Garden Party! Nestled down a leafy lane in sunny Havelock North, Hawke’s Bay, a real experience awaits you. Painter Robyn Fleet and printmaker Lisa Feyen are hosting a summer series of creative workshops with morning tea and a sumptuous lunch included. Inspired by...

Date: Saturday 8 March to Saturday 29 March
Where:
Robyn's Garden, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - The Arty Farty Garden Party


Free
Repair Cafe Hastings

Repair Cafe Hastings

Haere Mai. Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers! Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...

Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where:
Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Repair Cafe Hastings


Free
Sensory Playtime

Sensory Playtime

Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items. Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...

Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 8 April
Where:
Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Sensory Playtime


Leadership and Management Part 1

Leadership and Management Part 1

Learn how to make the transition from buddy to the boss and lead a successful team. Managing staff can be a very rewarding, interesting and fun role, it can also be a tough and demanding job. Between managing your own time and projects, helping your team members solve problems and complete tasks,...

Date: Wednesday 12 March
Where:
East Pier Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Leadership and Management Part 1


Leadership and Management Part 2

Leadership and Management Part 2

Learn how to make the transition from buddy to boss and lead a successful team. As John F. Kennedy once said, “leadership and learning are indispensable to each other”. Our Leadership & Management courses are designed to help you get the best performance from yourself and your team, providing...

Date: Thursday 13 March
Where:
East Pier Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Leadership and Management Part 2


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


Free
Hastings Library Book Chat

Hastings Library Book Chat

10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month. Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome. Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading! For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.

Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Hastings Library Book Chat


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


April 2025

Art Classes  for Adults - Tutor led

Art Classes for Adults - Tutor led

Discover Your Inner Artist with The Seasons Art Class! From a cosy village in southern England over a decade ago, The Seasons Art Class has blossomed into a beloved art course across the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland, and now New Zealand! What's in Store for You? Join our 14-week...

Date: Tuesday 21 January to Tuesday 29 April
Where:
Taradale Anglican Church, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art Classes for Adults - Tutor led


Free
Justice of The Peace

Justice of The Peace

A Justice of the Peace is available in the Hastings Library every Tuesday and Thursday from 2pm - 4 pm. Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help you,...

Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 3 April
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Justice of The Peace


Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North

Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North

The Seasons Art Class came from humble beginnings over a decade ago in a small village in southern England. The course proved so successful that it grew throughout the UK, Austria, Germany, France, Holland and now New Zealand. Your 14-week beginner to improver art course includes: • Sketching,...

Date: Thursday 23 January to Thursday 24 April
Where:
Keirunga Gardens, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art Classes for Adults in Havelock North


Free
Sensory Playtime

Sensory Playtime

Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items. Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 4 April
Where:
Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Sensory Playtime


Free
Sensory Playtime

Sensory Playtime

Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items. Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 4 April
Where:
Napier Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Sensory Playtime


Free
Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling. ...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art for Tots 2025


Free
Justice of The Peace

Justice of The Peace

Do you need help from a Justice of the Peace? Local JPs are currently available at Havelock North Library. Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help...

Date: Saturday 11 January to Saturday 31 May
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Justice of The Peace


Easter Sourdough Bread Workshop

Easter Sourdough Bread Workshop

Fresh baked slow fermented sourdough bread. Create Easter themed baked goodies made with sourdough. Farmhouse Kitchen Easter Crackers Hot Cross Buns Easter Wreath Go home with freshly baked goodies, recipe’s, some starter and the skills learned to do it yourself!

Date: Saturday 5 April
Where:
Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Tea With Tales

Tea With Tales

Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...

Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Nathan Wallis - The Teen Brain

Nathan Wallis - The Teen Brain

Covid has put all of us in an unpredictable environment and this has added layers of complexity to an already complex time of life - especially for children and teens already dealing with issues around anxiety and depression. During adolescence, parts of the teenage brain are “shut for...

Date: Monday 7 April
Where:
Lindisfarne College, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Dealing With Difficult People & Situations

Dealing With Difficult People & Situations

Transform conflict and difficult situations with co-workers and customers into opportunities by equipping your staff with the skills and techniques required to manage these situations with confidence, professionalism, and pride. Learn ways to resolve conflict with customers and co workers,...

Date: Tuesday 8 April
Where:
East Pier Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Sensory Playtime

Sensory Playtime

Introducing our our half-hour programme of sensory play. Bring your little one along to interact with some of our engaging sensory items. Sensory play activities stimulate your child's senses which supports their brain and language development, gross motor skills, social interaction and...

Date: Tuesday 11 February to Tuesday 8 April
Where:
Taradale Library, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Leadership and Management Part 3

Leadership and Management Part 3

Leaders today are expected to be the driving force of their teams. They are constantly under pressure to lead effectively in a business environment that is characterised by constant change. Our leadership and management courses offer participants the opportunity to develop the necessary skills to...

Date: Wednesday 9 April to Thursday 10 April
Where:
East Pier Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


Free
Repair Cafe Hastings

Repair Cafe Hastings

Haere Mai. Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers! Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...

Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where:
Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Customer Service Excellence

Customer Service Excellence

A fantastic one-day course to get staff communicating professionally and confidently with customers. Keep your customers coming back by empowering staff with core communication and customer service skills along with a ‘can do attitude’. For the better part of every day, we are communicating...

Date: Tuesday 15 April
Where:
East Pier Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025

Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025

Come along to the Gallery and get creative with fun art activities related to our current exhibitions! Our Kids Drop-In Art Days run on Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school holidays, between 10am – 3pm. Activities are different every week. Free, no booking required.

Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 2 October
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Time Management Workshop

Time Management Workshop

Do you need more hours in your day? Would you like to become less busy and more productive? Learn how to prioritise, how to handle interruptions, plan ahead, beat common time wasters, delegate and much more. You've all heard the expression 'Time is money' Well actually time is more valuable than...

Date: Wednesday 16 April
Where:
East Pier Hotel, Napier, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Hastings Library Book Chat

Hastings Library Book Chat

10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month. Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome. Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading! For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.

Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


May 2025

Free
Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling. ...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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HNHS 50th Jubilee Foundation and Board Welcome Drinks

HNHS 50th Jubilee Foundation and Board Welcome Drinks

Join us as we kick off an unforgettable weekend of Jubilee celebrations with an evening of drinks, nibbles, and reconnections. Toast to half a century of Havelock North High School's legacy and the incredible accomplishments of our alumni and community. Guests will receive a complimentary drink...

Date: Friday 2 May
Where:
Havelock North Function Centre, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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HNHS 50th Jubilee 'Back to School' Open Day

HNHS 50th Jubilee 'Back to School' Open Day

Take a trip down memory lane and celebrate five decades of Havelock North High School at our 50th Jubilee 'Back to School' Open Day! Enjoy this great opportunity to reconnect with old classmates and teachers, reminisce about shared memories, and see how the school has grown and changed over the...

Date: Saturday 3 May
Where:
Havelock North High School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Justice of The Peace

Justice of The Peace

Do you need help from a Justice of the Peace? Local JPs are currently available at Havelock North Library. Having a JP helping you is entirely free of charge. Justices are statutory appointees who receive no payment for their services to the community. If you are not sure whether a JP can help...

Date: Saturday 11 January to Saturday 31 May
Where:
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Havelock North High School 50th Jubilee Dinner

Havelock North High School 50th Jubilee Dinner

Enjoy dinner and performances from a collection of HNHS’s finest as we celebrate our unique 50-year history in Hawke’s Bay’s iconic events centre. Each ticket includes a 3-course meal, with a cash bar available. Purchase tickets individually, or as a table of 10. Where possible, we will...

Date: Saturday 3 May
Where:
Toitoi - Functions on Hastings, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Havelock North High School 50th Jubilee Dinner


Free
Tea With Tales

Tea With Tales

Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...

Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Tea With Tales


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


Free
Repair Cafe Hastings

Repair Cafe Hastings

Haere Mai. Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers! Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...

Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where:
Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Repair Cafe Hastings


Free
Hastings Library Book Chat

Hastings Library Book Chat

10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month. Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome. Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading! For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.

Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Hastings Library Book Chat


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


June 2025

Free
Tea With Tales

Tea With Tales

Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...

Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Tea With Tales


Free
Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling. ...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art for Tots 2025


Free
Repair Cafe Hastings

Repair Cafe Hastings

Haere Mai. Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers! Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...

Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where:
Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Repair Cafe Hastings


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


Free
Hastings Library Book Chat

Hastings Library Book Chat

10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month. Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome. Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading! For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.

Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Hastings Library Book Chat


A Midwinter Moroccan Dinner Workshop

A Midwinter Moroccan Dinner Workshop

Discover the joys of Moroccan cuisine with a three-hour, hands-on workshop that uncovers the sweet and spicy, earthy and bright flavours and vast array of spices that this corner of the world is renowned for. Winters can be freezing in the mountains of Morocco, so delicious fare that warms from...

Date: Friday 20 June
Where:
Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, Havelock North, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


July 2025

Free
Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025

Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025

Come along to the Gallery and get creative with fun art activities related to our current exhibitions! Our Kids Drop-In Art Days run on Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school holidays, between 10am – 3pm. Activities are different every week. Free, no booking required.

Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 2 October
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025


Free
Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling. ...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art for Tots 2025


Free
Tea With Tales

Tea With Tales

Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...

Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Tea With Tales


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


Free
Repair Cafe Hastings

Repair Cafe Hastings

Haere Mai. Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers! Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...

Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where:
Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Repair Cafe Hastings


Free
Hastings Library Book Chat

Hastings Library Book Chat

10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month. Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome. Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading! For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.

Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Hastings Library Book Chat


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


August 2025

Free
Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling. ...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art for Tots 2025


Free
Tea With Tales

Tea With Tales

Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...

Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Tea With Tales


Free
Repair Cafe Hastings

Repair Cafe Hastings

Haere Mai. Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers! Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...

Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where:
Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Repair Cafe Hastings


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


Free
Hastings Library Book Chat

Hastings Library Book Chat

10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month. Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome. Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading! For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.

Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Hastings Library Book Chat


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


September 2025

Free
Tea With Tales

Tea With Tales

Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...

Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Tea With Tales


Free
Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling. ...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art for Tots 2025


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


Free
Repair Cafe Hastings

Repair Cafe Hastings

Haere Mai. Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers! Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...

Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where:
Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Repair Cafe Hastings


Free
Hastings Library Book Chat

Hastings Library Book Chat

10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month. Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome. Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading! For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.

Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Hastings Library Book Chat


Free
Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025

Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025

Come along to the Gallery and get creative with fun art activities related to our current exhibitions! Our Kids Drop-In Art Days run on Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school holidays, between 10am – 3pm. Activities are different every week. Free, no booking required.

Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 2 October
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


October 2025

Free
Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025

Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025

Come along to the Gallery and get creative with fun art activities related to our current exhibitions! Our Kids Drop-In Art Days run on Tuesdays and Thursdays of the school holidays, between 10am – 3pm. Activities are different every week. Free, no booking required.

Date: Tuesday 14 January to Thursday 2 October
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Kids Drop-In Art Days 2025


Free
Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling. ...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art for Tots 2025


Free
Tea With Tales

Tea With Tales

Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...

Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Tea With Tales


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


Free
Repair Cafe Hastings

Repair Cafe Hastings

Haere Mai. Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers! Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...

Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where:
Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Repair Cafe Hastings


Free
Hastings Library Book Chat

Hastings Library Book Chat

10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month. Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome. Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading! For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.

Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Hastings Library Book Chat


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


November 2025

Free
Tea With Tales

Tea With Tales

Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...

Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Tea With Tales


Free
Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling. ...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art for Tots 2025


Free
Repair Cafe Hastings

Repair Cafe Hastings

Haere Mai. Come and say hello and bring along your small broken household items to be repaired by our team of dedicated Repair Volunteers! Our team will be able to fix clothing and soft furnishings, small appliances and electronics, furniture, knives, jewellery, bicycles and scooters, toys, and...

Date: Sunday 9 February to Sunday 9 November
Where:
Hastings Bridge Club, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Repair Cafe Hastings


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


Free
Hastings Library Book Chat

Hastings Library Book Chat

10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month. Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome. Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading! For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.

Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Hastings Library Book Chat


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; online banking & shopping; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 30 January to Thursday 27 November
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


December 2025

Free
Tea With Tales

Tea With Tales

Brought to you by Hastings District Libraries and the NZ Blind Foundation, come and listen to short book readings and share what you have been reading while enjoying a cuppa and a biscuit. Tea with Tales meets on the first Monday of each month in the Sir James Wattie Room at the Hastings War...

Date: Monday 3 February to Monday 1 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Tea With Tales


Free
Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots 2025

Art for Tots is a fun, art-making experience for under-fives, which takes inspiration from current exhibitions at the Gallery, as well as from the environment and wider community. Play and creativity is encouraged by our Education Team with playful art conversations or whimsical storytelling. ...

Date: Friday 7 February to Friday 5 December
Where:
Hastings Art Gallery, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Art for Tots 2025


Free
Cuppa Tech

Cuppa Tech

Needing some basic device advice? Emails; apps; keeping safe from scams; social media; photos; even downloading library books. Drop in for a cuppa and some digitally focused conversation. We may take photos or videos for Council promotional purposes.

Date: Thursday 13 February to Thursday 11 December
Where:
Flaxmere Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

Read more » - Cuppa Tech


Free
Hastings Library Book Chat

Hastings Library Book Chat

10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month. Come along and share books you have enjoyed and hear from other readers. All welcome. Visit our Readers' Blog to see what we've been reading! For more information contact:+64 06 871 5000, or email hdlprogrammes@hdc.govt.nz.

Date: Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 17 December
Where:
Hastings War Memorial Library, Hastings, Hawke's Bay / Gisborne

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