ART ATTACK Friday 24th - Sunday 26th March |
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Ceramics + Painting Don’t miss this wonderful exhibition – all items are for sale. Here’s your chance to buy that future heirloom or that piece that will give your home the wow factor! Brought to you by the Cambridge Community Arts Council. WHEN: |
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PHOTO EXHIBITION Friday 24th - Sunday 26th March |
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Exhibition of the top entries in this year’s Cambridge Autumn Festival Photo Competition themed “A hard day’s work” – a snapshot in time of Waipa and our people. Visit the exhibition and vote for your favourite in the People’s Choice Award. WHEN: With support from: |
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HARP AND THE LYRE Friday 24th March |
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Book Talk & Musical Event by Holly Christina Join local author Holly Christina as she talks about publishing her first novel the Harp and the Lyre. The evening will include musical presentations by Holly which are included in the book. Set over seven days in the town of Novel, Harp and the Lyre speaks volumes about tech and gaming culture, climate change, and the desire to be heard. A guitarist heartthrob, a hot tennis player, an anxious goody-good, an absurdly nice boy and a beautiful influencer. WHEN: 6.30pm Friday 24th March |
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BEGINNERS' CLAY WORKSHOPS Saturday 25th March |
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GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY… and create a hand-built project under the guidance of ceramicist Gerlinde Weinzettl. A ceramicist by trade, Gerlinde worked in the ceramics industry in Austria before coming to NZ in 1993. Spaces limited. All materials supplied. WHEN: Saturday 25th March REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Cash Only |
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WHIZZ BANG SCIENCE Saturday 25th March |
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Bubbles put a smile on the faces of young and old but what is it that makes them so magical? Science of course! Come and join Whizz Bang Science on a journey of questioning and discovery and be amazed by the science that goes into making bubbles so incredi-bubble! The show is suitable for all ages. WHEN: 11am Saturday 25th March |
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TE AWA LIFECARE MAIN STREET CARNIVAL AND ART MARKET Sunday 26th March |
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Come along to the Te Awa Lifecare Main Street Carnival and Autumn Art Market! Town comes alive on this huge community day. Bring the whole family and enjoy the vibe as musicians, dancers and entertainers perform. The footpaths are brimming with original art, photography, jewellery, pottery, sculpture, woodwork and more. Watch, learn and chat with working artists, and enjoy the fantastic shopping! While you are downtown, pop into the Town Hall and see the Art Attack and Photo Exhibitions. Details of the scheduled performances will be in the Cambridge News and Te Awamutu News on 23 March. WHEN: 10am–2pm Sunday 26th March With support from:
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PASSIO - CONTEMPLATIVE MUSIC FOR THE EASTER SEASON Tuesday 28th March |
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With the reflective season of Lent upon us and the shorter autumn days taking us toward the dark winter months, join the performers of Musica Bella for an evening of soulful connection with the season through music. Works from the baroque to the romantic will soothe your soul, warm your heart, and connect you deeply with the changing season and the passiontide focus on our inner worlds. WHEN: 7pm Tuesday 28th March With support from:
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THURSDAY NIGHT BLUES Thursday 30th March |
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SOLD OUT !! Canadian performers Big Johnny Blue and Tina Turley feature in this special concert backed by Kiwi Blues Connection musicians. Pioneer of the Hammer Blues style, Big Johnny has been making music since he was 14. Vocal powerhouse Tina Turley is an established country crooner with an unmistakeable bluesy, rock ’n’ roll edge. Snacks and refreshments available for purchase. WHEN: 7pm Thursday 30th March With support from:
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PAINT IT JAZZ Friday 31st March |
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Live Art Performance & Auction! Integrating live painting and live music, abstract artist Richard Adams is teaming up with realist Neal Palmer to work in public at this unique event. They will be painting on-stage as the Nairobi Trio inspires and entertains playing freeform jazz. The completed art will be auctioned in support of Hospice Waikato on the night. Snacks and refreshments available for purchase. WHEN: 7pm Friday 31st March With support from: |
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CAMBRIDGE CAN DANCE Friday 31st March |
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Cambridge is home to many talented dancers skilled in many different styles. Come along and see a colourful showcase of dance. There will be contemporary dance and ballet; Latin and ballroom; and dancing from all across the globe – Scottish dancing, Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Highland and more. WHEN: 7pm Friday 31st March WIth support from: |
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TREK WITH A WEKA Saturday 1st April |
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A fun morning for the kids! Come along to see a real stuffed weka and listen to author Kinsa Hayes tell the adventurous tale of Wiremu Weka Treks the Alps. Then dress up as a weka, make up a play with your mates and act it to us. Best for ages 7-10 years. WHEN: 10am Saturday 1st April WHERE: Cambridge Library, 23 Wilson Street |
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BIG BAND BONANZA Saturday 1st April |
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The Hamilton Big Band is a prominent feature of Hamilton’s jazz music scene and always an entertaining experience. With their longest serving current member having played his first gig with the band in 1968, they are a constantly evolving band and play a variety of music including Swing, Latin, Waltz, Rock ‘n Roll, Funk, Contemporary Pop and Big Band standards. Snacks and refreshments available for purchase. WHEN: 3pm Saturday 1st April With support from: |
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TEDDY BEARS’ PICNIC Sunday 2nd April |
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Come along to the Cambridge Model Engineer (Big Trains) and Model Railway (Little Trains) Clubs’ annual Teddy Bears’ Picnic. Bears and their owners ride the train free, adults gold coin koha – profits to Community House. And enjoy live music, food and drink trucks, BBQ, and beginners BMX. WHEN: 10am Sunday 2nd April |
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JOURNEYS Sunday 2nd April |
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Join the exceptional young musicians of the Youth Orchestra Waikato on a musical journey from London, to dancing through the Czech Republic, a snowy sleigh ride, and coming home to Aotearoa with Garth Farr’s Voyages. Also featuring cello soloist Keira Sullivan performing Saint-Saëns Allegro Appassionato. This is a one hour family friendly concert. WHEN: 3pm Sunday 2nd April
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