Thursday 29 January
The Song and Poetry Thing: A live evening of original song and poetry in an open mic format. Last Thursday of every month. Performer sign-up at 6.30pm, event starts 7pm at the Sustainability Centre, Mako Street, Oneroa.
Estère live at Artworks: Cameroonian-Kiwi artist, producer, and DJ Estère is returning to Artworks Theatre for a night of electric blue witch-hop. Supported by DJ Chikaa; 8pm at Artworks Theatre. Tickets from artworkstheatre.org.nz
Karinoke at the RSA: Karaoke with Karin. All welcome. Every second Thursday from 6.30pm. Thursday 29 January at the RSA, Ostend.
Chromebook – Beginner’s Computer: Thursdays 10am-12pm from 29 January to 2 April. $60 includes a free device at Waiheke Adult Learning, Oneroa. Go to www.wal.org.nz for info and eligibility
Community Concert: Free concert on the last Thursday of every month (29 January this month with Roger and Janneke) at the Waiheke Musical Museum, Korora Road, Oneroa at 10.30am. Suitable for all ages – just turn up.
Conversational English Course: Thursdays 4pm-5.30pm from 29 January to 5 March at Waiheke Adult Learning, Oneroa. $180. Go to www.wal.org.nz for info.
Friday 30 January
Rebus Waiheke Meeting: Guest speakers on topical issues, morning tea and a social get together for retired and semi-retired residents. We welcome visitors, no charge. From 10am-12pm at the Palm Beach Community Hall.
Waiheke Community Art Gallery: Exhibitions on until 1 February are Jostle: The Waiheke Small Things Locals’ Exhibition (a cash and carry exhibition where visitors can purchase a piece of original Waiheke art to take home), Summer, featuring figurative works by Grant Finch and Near & Far by landscape artist Stanley Palmer. Open seven days from 10am-4pm, 2 Korora Road, Oneroa. Free entry.
Community Lunch: Create a delicious lunch while reducing food waste. Free. Cooking starts at 11am and eating at 1pm. Waiheke Sustainability Centre, Mako Street.
Saturday 31 January
Ostend Saturday Market: Locally made crafts, books by local authors, artisan food and more. Every Saturday 8am-1pm. Under the trees and in the Ostend Memorial Hall, Belgium Street. Visit waihekeostendmarket.co.nz
Insert Laugh Track Here: A 60-minute live show where you’ll watch a completely unscripted, totally made-up-on-the-spot play unfold in front of your eyes. No script. No safety net. No idea what’s coming next. 7.30pm at Artworks Theatre. Tickets from artworkstheatre.org.nz
Ōmiha Folk Club presents Rosie Whinray and Kevin Mayes: A night of traditional song with Rosie Whinray and Kevin Mayes with floor spots first half. Songs of land and sea, love and war, beer and wine, politics, comedy, work, magic and sheep hosted by one of America’s foremost collectors and interpreters of traditional music, Jeff Davis. $20 cash on the door. BYO event; 7-9pm at the Ōmiha Memorial Hall.
Echoes of the Timeless Book Launch: What if a single year could change the course of your life? A traumatised past. A mysterious invitation. A journey that reawakens the soul. Cātia Batalha launches her new book and shares her inspiring journey of self-discovery; 2pm at Waiheke Library. Books available for purchase, all welcome.
Kākahi – Waiheke Waterways’ Hidden Gems: Join researcher Lene Schrader as she shares her research on kākahi (freshwater mussel) life cycles, habitat, and potential for restoration on Waiheke. 10.30am at the Waiheke Resources Trust & Sustainability Centre. Contact info@wrt.org.nz or call 372 2915 to register (free).
Stonyridge Sunset Sessions: Sunset Sessions is back: a golden hour, curated. The sun-soaked deck becomes Waiheke’s dancefloor: vineyard views, estate pours, and an unstoppable boogie from 4pm-10pm at Stonyridge Vineyard. R21+. Tickets from humanitix ($20) or $25 on the door.
Sunsetter Festival: A vibrant summer celebration featuring an exciting lineup of music, food, wine, and cocktails. Devonport Waterfront from 1pm-9pm; R20. Tickets from sunsetterfestival.co.nz
Jason Kerrison Live: Lead singer of Opshop and Babysitter Circus will be performing live and acoustic at the Currach Irish Pub on Great Barrier Island at 6pm. Tickets from pizzazz.co.nz
Summer Saturday Show: Every Saturday from 4-5pm during January and February. Learn more about our fascinating instruments and hear them played. A whirlwind tour of the Museum, a concert, and the secrets of our collection at the Waiheke Musical Museum. Pay at the door: Adults $20, Children Free (must be accompanied by an adult). Museum is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10.30am-1.30pm at 2 Korora Road, Oneroa.
Sunday 1 February
Creative Sunday – The Far-Out Swell: A celebration of music, art, ocean culture, and good vibes. SOJØURN, Dub Penguins, Surf Days photography exhibition, and more, at Artworks Theatre. For more information and tickets artworkstheatre.org.nz
Mawhitipana Ridge Wine Tastings: Tastings every weekend until 22 March at Mawhitipana Ridge Estate, 3 Gulf Place.
Basant Madhur Ensemble with Monique Lapins: The return of Basant Madhur Ensemble, with Monique Lapins. An evening of music inspired by the beautiful fusion of Violin, Sitar and Tabla, 5pm at the Waiheke Musical Museum. Tickets from musicalmuseum.org.nz
Lume Gallery: New gallery open every day from 9am-2pm, 16 Hamilton Road, Surfdale.
Red Shed Gallery: The Palm Beach gallery is open weekends, 10am-4pm at 74a Palm Road. Works for sale from previous and current exhibitions.
Odesea Gallery: Open weekends from 10am-4pm, 57 Belle Terrace, Onetangi.
The Rocky Bay Café: Homemade treats made by locals every weekend. Open Saturdays and Sundays from 9am-1pm at the Ōmiha Memorial Hall Rocky Bay.
Monday 2 February
Te Reo Māori Beginners: Mondays 4pm-6pm from 2 February to 23 March at Waiheke Adult Learning, Oneroa. $120. Other levels available. Go to www.wal.org.nz
Tuesday 3 February
Treble Down: Treble down is a youth run event with a series of local and Auckland bands and acts. An all ages event, from 7pm-9pm at Artworks Theatre. Tickets on sale at the door $10 for students and $15 for adults.
Quiz night: Believe It or Not quiz nights every Tuesday from 7pm. Barry, your Quiz Master extraordinaire at Waiheke RSA in Ostend; $5 per head. Kitchen opens at 5pm.
Wednesday 4 February
Karaoke: Tonight and every second Wednesday at Waiheke Bowling Club at 2 Marama Avenue from 7pm. Free entry.
Museum and Historic Village: Open Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 11am-3pm at 165 Onetangi Road. Entry by donation.
Coming events
Waiheke Community Art Gallery: Exhibitions opening on Friday 6 February at 6pm: Te Tiriti O Waitangi Exhibition Kotahitanga, Claudia Pond Eyley Reflections of the Time and Surface an exhibition of works from a selection of Waiheke artists.
Shipwrecked Festival: This vibrant boutique music and arts festival unfolds at the serene ‘Port o Te Ārai’, just north of Auckland’s bustling city life. Celebrating 10 years this year. Friday 6 to Sunday 8 February. Tickets from shipwrecked.co.nz
Baz Caitcheon at the RSA: Friday club night at the RSA with live music from Baz Caitcheon. Raffles, membership draw, ‘Lucky Rabbit’ draw. Live music fortnightly. From 6.30pm on Friday 6 February.
Creative Sunday – Artists in Motion: A playful happening with live music, interactive stations, drinks, and kai to celebrate our art community, and share ideas amongst Waiheke creatives. Music from Makaty (Marina Formannoij + Katy Soljak), Neal Goshal, and Dan Tisch. Sunday 8 February from 3pm-5.30pm at Artworks Theatre. Free event. More info at artworkstheatre.org.nz
Slow Fashion Market: Ashgrove Road the Market returns to Waiheke to connect slow fashion lovers, local resellers, and the community. Sunday 8 February from 10am-2pm at Morra Hall, Oneroa. Gold coin entry.
Tantalus × Sturia: The Caviar Experience: Be among the first to taste the new Caviar de Bordeaux. Enjoy a three-course dinner and snacks highlighting Sturia caviar. $145pp, optional wine pairings. Wednesday 11 February, one seating at 6:30pm at Tantalus Estate Restaurant. Limited seats, bookings essential: tantalus.co.nz
Ongoing events:
AA Driver and Vehicle Licensing Unit: First and third Wednesday of every month at Waiheke Adult Learning, Artworks complex, 8.30am-4pm. Enquiries phone 0800 822 422.
Waiheke Adult Learning: Courses and workshops to promote lifelong learning. For more information call 372 9868 or wal.org.nz. Located at Artworks complex, 2 Korora Rd.
Literacy Aotearoa Waiheke: Free classes in digital skills, computer training, essential communication, workplace readiness and more. Contact 022 5523 0408. Located at 8 Miami Avenue, Surfdale.
Amateur Radio Club: First Monday of the month at 7pm except on public holidays. Visitors welcome. Waiheke Community Radio, 4 Korora Road, Oneroa.
Badminton: Mondays and Thursdays from 7-9pm. All welcome, under 14s with an adult. Any questions text 027 910 4878. Recreation Centre at Waiheke High School, Donald Bruce Road.
Waiheke Cinema: Bookings at www.waihekecinema.co.nz. 2 Korora Road, Oneroa.
Bike Hub: Assistance with bike repairs and maintenance Thursdays-Sundays, 12-4pm on Mako Street, Oneroa.
Bingo in support of Project Reach Out: Every other Wednesday at 7pm. All welcome. 6.45pm. Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale. waihekebowlingclub.co.nz
Blackpool Residents Association Social Night: Every second Friday of the month, 6pm-8pm, Old Blackpool School. BYO snacks and gold coin towards hall hire.
Bowls: New players welcome on Wednesdays at 1.30pm and Sundays at 9.45am. Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale. waihekebowlingclub.co.nz
Breast Cancer Support Group meeting: Every second Tuesday of the month at Unit 2, 11 Moa Avenue, Oneroa, from 11am-1pm. For more information phone 372 7131.
Learn to play bridge: Beginner sessions at Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, Putiki Road. Enquiries to Claire Stainton 027 634 0985 or staintonclaire7@gmail.com
Bridge Club: Sessions are Tuesday at 9.45am, Wednesday at 6.45pm and casual play Thursday 1pm at Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. waihekebridgeclub.co.nz
2020 Bridge Club: Mondays 7pm online in RealBridge and Thursdays in person from 7pm at Morra Hall. Casual players welcome. 2020waihekebridgeclub.co.nz
Cards (500, euchre): on Thursdays at 1.30pm at the Waiheke RSA, Belgium Street, Ostend.
Chat Group for the Elderly: Every Thursday from 10.30am-12pm at the Waiheke Library.
Chess Group: Social chess group meets Tuesdays 2pm-5pm at the Waiheke Library.
Choral Society: Every Tuesday at 7pm at Waiheke Musical Museum for choir practice. Phone Dee on 372 3456.
Citizens Advice Bureau: CAB Waiheke is open Monday-Friday 9.30am-3.30pm. Help with employment, tenancy and immigration issues and more. 372 8640
Club Night: Free live music from 6pm. All welcome. Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale. waihekebowlingclub.co.nz
Club Night: Every Friday from 6pm at RSA, 29 Belgium Street, Ostend. All welcome.
Community garden working bees: All ages and experience levels welcome. Blackpool garden – third Sunday of the month 8.30-11am, corner of Moa Avenue and Nikau Road. Ostend garden – second Sunday of the month 9-11.30am, 30 Putiki Road. Surfdale Food Forest – first Sunday of the month 9.30am-midday.
Costume Hire – Otherworlds: Amazing variety of costumes and accessories to hire. Open every Thursday from 12–5pm at Artworks Theatre.
Croquet Club: At Oneroa Old Bowling Club on Mako Street. All welcome. For more information phone 027 276 4024.
Darts Club: Every Thursday 5.30pm at the Waiheke RSA, Belgium Street, Ostend. Friendly crowd, no need to register, all welcome.
Differently abled people and families: Support and get-togethers with Waiheke special needs group. For more information phone 022 191 0208.
Forest and Bird market stall: First Saturday of the month, 9am-12.30pm, Ostend Market. Lots of free information and pest-control advice. Bait and weed control products for sale.
Garden Club: Meets at Surfdale Hall, 1.30pm, fourth Friday of each month. New members welcome. Phone Sandra 022 171 1036.
Indoor bowls: 10.45am Tuesdays at the Red Cross rooms, above Waiheke Medical Centre, Oneroa.
Indoor bowls: From 1.30pm on Saturdays at the Waiheke RSA, Belgium Street, Ostend. All welcome.
Justice of the Peace: Monday and Thursday from 10am-12pm at the Citizens Advice Bureau, and Wednesday and Friday 10am-12pm at the library.
Karaoke with No’oroa: Every other Wednesday at 7pm at the Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale.
Free legal clinic at CAB: Free half-hour legal appointments fortnightly on Fridays at Waiheke CAB in Oneroa. Contact 372 8640.
Improv night: Have fun with the legends from Waiheke Comedy on most Thursdays from 7pm at Artworks Theatre in Oneroa. Koha entry.
Life Drawing: Mondays 6.30pm and Wednesdays 9.30am at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Meat Free Mondays: A plant-based dinner with guest chefs every month. Cooking from 4pm or dinner at 6pm. Waiheke Sustainability Centre, Mako Street, Oneroa.
Music and movement for babies, pre-schoolers and parents: Every Wednesday from 9.30-11am during term at St Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Oneroa. Gold coin koha and a piece of fruit if you can. All welcome.
Morra Hall: For latest events lineup visit morrahall.co.nz/calendar
Photographer’s Collective: 7.30pm, second Thursday of the month. Held at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre.
Pickleball: Indoor at Waiheke Recreational Centre on Donald Bruce Road. Wednesdays and Fridays 4.30pm-6pm; Saturdays 3.30pm-5.30pm; Sundays women’s session 3pm-4pm, open session 4pm-5.30pm. All abilities welcome. Outdoor schedule is kept using playtimescheduler.com, use either postal code 1971 or 1081 to enable notifications. For info call Jeff on 027 501 9628.
Piripoho/Consolation Support Group: For people affected by the loss of a loved one through suicide. First Thursday of month, 5-6.30pm at Hau Ora/Piritahi Marae. Contact Judy Davis 372 0022.
Playcentre: Early childhood education. New members welcome. Contact 372 9480. Waiheke Island Playcentre, 5a Albert Crescent, Ostend.
Play Circle: For children aged one to three. Mondays and Fridays 9-11am. Fossil Bay Yurt during school term times. For more information email info@fossilbay.co.nz
Playgroup: Old Blackpool School Hall, 9am–11am every Tuesday and Thursday. $5 per family. Just show up. Email waihekeplaygroup@gmail.com.
Free games of pool: Tuesday to Sunday at the Waiheke RSA, 29 Belgium Street, Ostend. All welcome.
Post partum circle: A place where mothers come together with their little ones. For babies under 1. Mondays 11.45am-1pm. Fossil Bay Yurt during school term times. For more information email Fossil Bay info@fossilbay.co.nz
Pottery: Mondays 6pm, Tuesday 9.30am, Wednesdays 6pm and Thursday 6pm at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Pre-School Crafts: Every Thursday from 11.10-11.45am at the Waiheke Library, Oneroa.
Puna Reo Bilingual Māori Playgroup: The Pavilion, Donald Bruce Road. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9am-noon. For under 5’s. Phone Jane 021 139 1771 or 372 6991.
Quiz Nights ‘Believe It Or Not’ RSA: Every Tuesday night at 7pm $5 per person. Waiheke RSA, Belgium Street, Ostend.
Quiz Nights ‘Believe It Or Not’ Club Waiheke: Every Thursday at 6.45pm. All welcome. $5pp at the Waiheke Bowling Club, Marama Ave, Surfdale. For more info visit waihekebowlingclub.co.nz
Rebus Waiheke Meeting: First Friday of the month at Palm Beach Community Hall. Guest speakers and a social get together over morning tea for retired or soon-to-be retired residents. Visitors always welcome, no charge.
Rotary Waiheke: Meets each Monday from 7pm at Club Waiheke (Bowling Club), 2 Marama Ave, Surfdale. Phone Leighton 021 297 7360.
Sewing – All Things Fabric: Wednesdays 12.30pm and Fridays 9.30am at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. For details catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Scottish Country Dance Club: Every Monday from midday to 2.30pm. All welcome. Contact Shirley on shirleybutler@xtra.co.nz or 021 263 8483.
The Song and Poetry Thing: A live evening of original song and poetry in an open mic format. Last Thursday of every month. Performer sign-up at 6.30pm, event starts 7pm at the Sustainability Centre, Mako Street, Oneroa.
Spinning and Weaving: Mondays 9am at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. For details visit catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Spirit of Waiheke Morning Tea: Share parenting experience while children play and friendships are formed. Wednesdays 10.30am-midday at The Spirit of Waiheke Cottage, 92 The Esplanade, Surfdale.
Storytime: Every Thursday from 10.45-11.10am at the Waiheke Library, Oneroa.
Table Tennis: Tuesday nights 7.30pm. All welcome. Morra Hall. Phone Mike on 022 648 3003. Sunday social table tennis at Onetangi Community Hall from 2-5pm. Call Hervé 020 409 1322.
Ladies Tennis: Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at Onetangi Sports Park, 9.30am. Small groups and private lessons. Phone 021 880 020.
Tennis Club: Onetangi Sports Grounds. Sundays 9am-1pm, Wednesday 4pm-6pm, Friday 4-6pm. New members welcome.
Thula Mama singing for babies: Tea, conversation and singing with your baby. Every week from 9.15-10.45am at Spirit of Waiheke Cottage, Blake St, Surfdale. Come when you can.
Toastmasters: (every second Monday) 6.30pm at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. For details catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Toy Library: Open fortnightly on Saturdays, from 9.30-11.30am. For details visit waiheketoylibrary.co.nz
Waka Ama Club: New members welcome. To join email wakaamawaiheke@gmail.com.
Wellness Wednesdays: Weekly pop-up health hub every Wednesday from 10.30am-2.30pm at Ostend Hall. Contact waihekePHA@gmail.com
Wiggle and Rhyme: Every Thursday from 10am-10.30am at the Waiheke Library, Oneroa.
Writers’ group: Thursdays 10am at the Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre, 32 Putiki Road, Ostend. For details visit catherinemitchellartscentre.wordpress.com
Yoga at Palm Beach Hall: Monday and Thursday 9am-10am, phone Robyn on 372 7278.
