Activities
Please note that under the Orange setting of the COVID-19 Protection Framework, all adult visitors to the gallery must wear a mask unless they can show a valid exemption.

Kaputī & Kōrero Māori
From Saturday 13 August / $50pp
This new course is a friendly introduction to Te Reo Māori over tea and coffee, with Aurora Smith (Ngāti Porou), taking place over four Saturday mornings.
“My name is Aurora Smith and I am of Ngāti Porou descent. I believe that Te Reo can be fun and easy for anyone to learn. I understand that each person has a leaning towards certain learning methods and I like to make sure that everyone’s style is taken into consideration.”
Course dates:
* Saturday 13 August
* Saturday 20 August
* Saturday 27 August
* Saturday 10 September
All sessions take place at 11am-12pm. Please arrive a few minutes early to ensure a prompt start.
Places limited to 10. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
Ticket price includes 4 x 1hr lessons.

How To Apply For Community Arts Funding
Thursday 28 July 2022 6:30pm – 8:00pm / Free / Koha $5-10




For background on Creative Communties, visit: https://www.waimakariri.govt.nz/community/funding-and-grants/creative-communities.

Matariki community whetū cluster
From 23 June – 7 August
Drop by the gallery anytime this Matariki season and make whetū (stars) for our cluster. Select from the materials at the table or bring your own. If you know how to weave a star, teach someone else, or be creative with your own design.
Help yourself to tea or coffee from our whanaungatanga area.
Koha appreciated (suggested $2-5)