Upcoming Events
Events proudly supported by Whangārei and Far North District Councils
Green Drinks
Green Drinks serves as a global grassroots networking initiative that brings together individuals monthly with a shared commitment to environmental sustainability in a relaxed social setting.
Held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. Hosting alternates between Eco Solutions and Tai Tokerau Timebank.
More details here.
Next event:
Tuesday 21 July | The Planetarium | 6.00-7.30pm
The planetarium show will open at 6pm and run for an hour, then we’ll have the very special opportunity to go into the observatory, open the roof and look through the professional telescopes – weather dependent!
There’ll be time to socialise afterwards with nibbles in their Club Rooms.
This is a special group booking & limited to a max of 24, and with a cost of $15.
Please contact Janey if you’d like to be included in this Green Drinks Night Sky Extravaganza!
JULY
Make & Mend Sewing Workshop
Thursday, 16 July | He Awhi Rito Envirohub | 4.30-7pm
Join us for this fun project making hot water bottle covers. There is also the option to bring your own project to sew.
He Awhi Rito Envirohub Open Day
Saturday, 18 July | He Awhi Rito Envirohub | 8 First Ave, Whangārei | 10.30am-12.30pm
An opportunity to meet members of our incredible environmental hard-working community groups and try out some fun 'hands on' activities. A perfect outing for eco-conscious families.
Plastic Free July Event
Saturday, 25 July | He Awhi Rito Envirohub | 8 First Ave, Whangārei | 9.30am - 12pm
Plastic Free July is an opportunity to find new habits that offer alternatives to single use plastic bottles. By taking a moment to count those bottles in your bathroom, kitchen and laundry, you will understand why we choose to focus our efforts on a 'make your own' event.
In this fun and creative workshop, we will be using raw materials to make your own body scrubs, toothpaste, washing powder, general purpose cleaner and more...
Join us and bring your friends to make it even more fun! All welcome.
AUGUST
16 August Make and Mend/He Awhi Rito Envirohub | 4.30-7pm
Join us for this fun supported sewing group. Create a winter warmer/hot water bottle cover/draft excluder OR bring your own project to sew.
18 August GREEN DRINKS /6-7.30/ promoting the Refillery, plus exploring the world or reuse check out our new Wash Not Waste Trailer! Reducing waste at events!
SEPTEMBER
5th of September Compost Workshop/11-1/ Kick start your compost for spring!
Location TBC. If you would like to host this workshop at your community compost hub let us know!
19th September Silver Festival in conjunction with Timebank. A fun interactive day exploring waste minimisation activities with our Silver citizens.
20th of September Make and Mend/He Awhi Rito Envirohub | 4.30-7pm
Join us for this fun supported sewing group. Create a winter warmer/hot water bottle cover/draft excluder OR bring your own project to sew.
OCTOBER
18th of October Make and Mend/He Awhi Rito Envirohub | 4.30-7pm
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
Crafting a Zero Waste Christmas
Date TBC | 10-12:30pm | He Awhi Rito Envirohub
We're running a workshop to look at fun ways to reduce the amount of waste we create this Christmas. We'll be creating re-usable/compostable wrapping and decorations that's personalised to you and your whānau.
There will be a variety of craft stations and everything you make on the day you can take home with you for free.
There will be activities for all ages. Bring the whole family and get creative in reducing your waste this Christmas - while making everything more personalised and fun!
Entry is free and you get to keep everything that you make on the day.
Free entry with registration here.
A&P Summer Show
Come find us at the A&P show! We'll be there providing free recycling and waste advice. As well as answering all your questions about composting and making your own zero-waste products. If you've missed any of our events this year, this is your chance to ask us about any of them. We'll also have an activity station to keep the kids entertained while you chat to us.
When/Where
December | Barge Showgrounds
SH14 Whangārei
$15pp. Students $5, kids under 5 free.
More details here
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