The Star: March 15, 2018

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THURSDAY, 10AM-3PM
AUTUMN TODDLER
THURSDAY
A special toddlers day out. There
will be electric train and tram
rides, stories, cuddly animals
and lots more entertainment
for preschoolers to enjoy. Food
trucks are on site and visitors are
welcome to bring a picnic. Adults
$10/Children $5. Under5’s free.
50 Ferrymead Park Drive
THURSDAY 7-9PM
ZERO WASTE PUBLIC TALK
Join no-waste nomads Hannah
Blumhardt and Liam Prince
for an introduction to the
practicalities and philosophy of
waste reduction. Drawing on
their own research and more than
three years personal experience,
Hannah and Liam will guide you
through the whys and the hows
of life without a rubbish bin.
Free event.
Beulah Church,
140 Springfield Rd
THURSDAY-SUNDAY
ST ALBANS ART SOCIETY
EXHIBITION
The society will be displaying
more than 100 paintings in a
variety of styles. All works are for
sale at reasonable prizes.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
THURSDAY, 6.30PM
JAPANESE FILM FESTIVAL
The Japanese Consulate and
Japan Foundation presents
charming light comedy Golden
Orchestra directed by Toru
Hosokawa. Admission is free but
seats are limited to 178. Short
films play from 6.05pm with the
feature starting at 6.30pm.
Christchurch Art Gallery
FRIDAY, 7-10PM
DOCUMENTARY
SCREENING: A PLASTIC
OCEAN
Enjoy a drink, a bite to eat and
a free documentary screening,
followed by talks and discussion
on plastic waste reduction in
Christchurch. This will be a
friendly and open environment
within which to discuss how to
tackle this issue.
Exchange Christchurch,
376 Wilsons Rd
SATURDAY, 9.30AM-4.30PM
POLYFEST CANTERBURY
A terrific day out celebrating
pacific youth through cultural
performance. Schools come from
around the Canterbury region
in a showcase of talented young
people. Arrive early, find your
picnic spot and enjoy the food,
sights and sounds of the pacific.
Redzone Dallington,
cnr New Brighton Rd and
Locksley Ave
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY,
10AM-4PM
MANDERLEY HOME AND
GARDEN FESTIVAL
Browse 140 boutique stalls with
a mix of food, wine and craft
beers set within the stunning
grounds of Manderley Farm.
Entertainment includes ballet,
circus performance, a singer
and guitarist, and tap and jazz
dancing. $15, under 15’s free.
3875 Christchurch-Akaroa
Rd
SATURDAY, NOON-4PM
LINWOOD YOUTH FESTIVAL
The Linwood Youth Festival
Experience celebrates youth
pride, diversity and achievements.
There will be zumba, numerous
performers and activities such as
Flip Out. Free admission.
Linwood Park
SATURDAY, 10AM-4PM
CHRISTCHURCH HOLI
FESTIVAL OF COLOUR
Holi is a day to forget your
worries and connect with family
and friends. Throw colours and
dance to music from various
DJs. Enjoy traditional Indian
games, cultural performances
and festive Holi delicacies. Old
clothes are recommended as the
colours may not wash out. Also,
wear comfortable flat shoes that
you don’t mind getting stained.
Limited parking. Free entry.
North Hagley Park Events
Village
SUNDAY, 10AM-3PM
REVAMP VINTAGE MARKET
This market has a wonderful
selection of stalls from
Christchurch’s best vintage stores.
You will find estate items, English
china, retro and antiques, vintage
books and art. Held four times
a year, it is the perfect place for a
trip down memory lane. All items
available to purchase. Free entry.
295 Ilam Rd
SUNDAY, 11.30AM
ST PATRICK’S SCHOOL FAIR
The school fair returns this
weekend. Go along to this fun
filled community event. Featuring
something for everyone including
auctions, toys, books, clothing, up
cycling, flowers, plants, bake sale,
craft, Devonshire teas, a delicious
NEW BRIGHTON MARKET
Saturday, 10am-2pm, New Brighton
pedestrian mall
MT PLEASANT FARMERS’
MARKET
Saturday, 9.30am-12.30pm,
McCormacks Bay Rd
array of food, barbecue, Pimms
lawn and bar. There will be plenty
of fun activities and stalls for
the kids- bouncy castle, bubble
soccer, jolly jars, face painting,
pamper parlour, DIY jelly, games
and more.
57 Plynlimon Rd, Bryndwr
SUNDAY, 3PM
STABAT MATER
A performance of Pergolesi’s
Stabat Mater to mark the Lenten
season will be the highlight of
this concert at St Mary’s Pro-
Cathedral. It is a reflective poem
about Mary at the foot of the
cross. The other work on the
programme is Bach’s Cantata
LYTTELTON FARMERS’ MARKET
Saturdays, 10am-1pm, London St
OPAWA FARMERS’ MARKET
Sunday, 9am-noon, 275 Fifield Tce
THE RICCARTON MARKET
Sunday, 9am-2pm Riccarton Racecourse
23. The soloists will be Elizabeth
Emeleus and Louisa Pilkington,
and the CBS Orchestra will be led
by Natalia Lomeiko and directed
by Don Whelan. Free admission.
373 Manchester St
Tour Partner
Chamber Music New Zealand presents
Anderson & Roe
Piano Duo
BERNSTEIN / JOHN ADAMS
THE BEATLES / GLUCK / BIZET
Described as “Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers
transposed from the dance floor to the keyboard”
(Southampton Press), the duo will bring adrenalized
performances, and palpable chemistry to the concert hall.
Tuesday 20 March, 7.30pm
The Piano
Free Pre-Concert talk at 6.45pm
*Presented in association with
Supported by
chambermusic.co.nz/anderson&roe
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