22 November 2024

Christmas in the Quarters

Kids, come and make Christmas crafts on Saturday 23 November in Midland Park. Bop along to Christmas music on Saturday 30 November in Glover Park.

Enjoy circus acts under the sails at Queens Wharf on Saturday 7 December, and be at Waitangi Park on Saturday 14 December for Santa’s arrival, to meet Santa, and for a fun range of Christmas activities.

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21 November 2024

Attention Whittaker's chocolate lovers

We're counting down to Christmas, Chocolate Lovers! Tell us how many pockets are in our special edition Whittaker's Advent Calendar and you could WIN a calendar and chocolates to fill it with! 

This year, we are thrilled to have a very limited number of our special edition Advent Calendars available to purchase on our online Gift Shop: https://www.whittakers.co.nz/en_NZ/giftshop

The calendars are crafted locally by our friends at nisa, a social enterprise who provide employment opportunities for women from refugee and migrant backgrounds. 

This special edition Whittaker's Advent Calendar is reusable, so Chocolate Lovers can enjoy it for many Christmases to come

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20 November 2024

Pahiatua Sallie family store wanting Christmas decorations

Pahiatua Family Store wanting Xmas Decorations .... have you any you not using?  Even the "old fashioned" is welcomed.  Any type will be appreciated.

We can collect or you can drop at Store between 9.30am to 4pm Monday to Friday.

Phone (06) 3767363

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Gift giving tree at Invercargill Central

 

Support the Family Works Southland Family Start programme by placing a gift under our gift giving tree at Invercargill Central.

Our tree will be in place until Christmas Eve. Gifts suitable for children from birth to 16 years of age would be appreciated.

Monday 18 November - Tuesday 24 December
Gift Giving Tree located near Esk Eats at Invercargill Central


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Join us for a magical afternoon of Christmas creativity


Join us for a magical afternoon of Christmas creativity!
When: Saturday, December 14th
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Boundary Creek Cafe, Tuatapere

Come along and make your very own Christmas stars in a cozy, festive atmosphere. Let’s craft, laugh, and get into the holiday spirit together!
Don’t miss out on this fun-filled event – see you there!

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Santa Paws is Coming to Town

 


Santa Paws is Coming to Town! 
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—especially for your pets! 
Waikiwi vets will be hosting our annual Santa photo day and we can’t wait to celebrate with you all!
Date: December 13th, 2024
Time: 10 AM till 3 PM
Location: Waikiwi Vet Services, 299 North road
Bring your furry friends and strike a pose with Santa and bring along a DONATION(non perishable item) for the wonderful people down at Salvation Army.
It’s not just about the photos—our event is packed with festive fun with Mr whippy and the lovely lady from the coffee shot Mobile to give you a coffee fix.
Mark your calendars, tell your friends, and get ready for a paw-some time!

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