Thursday 21 August
Gulf News Thursdays in Surfdale: Make new friends over a cuppa, cake and chat from 1pm-3pm every Thursday at the Surfdale Hall.
The Winter Collective: Uniting four local boutique wineries and award-winning craft gin and botanical vodka, from Wednesdays to Sundays until 17 September at the Waiheke Distilling Co. 258 Cowes Bay Road.
‘Believe It Or Not’ quiz: Every Thursday from 7pm-9pm at Club Waiheke Bowling Club, Surfdale. All welcome.
Friday 22 August
National Poetry Day: Celebrate the power of words in our community with a poetry competition, poetry on the pavement and an open mic at the library. All welcome whether you’re an experienced poet, a first-time writer, or simply love to listen. Poetry competition submissions can be dropped into the library or emailed to mitchchote21@gmail.com
Waiheke Community Art Gallery: Exhibitions opening tonight are by Artist in Residence, Jody Rallah, as well as Oh Seung Yul and pieces from the Stock Room. On until 12 October. Open seven days a week from 10am to 4pm, 2 Korora Road, Oneroa. Free entry.
Winemaker’s Hour at Cable Bay: Every Friday at 2pm, Ashton Henriks offers a behind-the-scenes look at winemaking. Cable Bay Vineyard, 12 Nick Johnstone Drive, Oneroa.
Saturday 23 August
Ostend Saturday Market: Locally made crafts, books, artisan food and more. Every Saturday 8am-1pm. Under the trees and in the Ostend Memorial Hall, Belgium Street. waihekeostendmarket.co.nz
The Heke Après Ski Party: Warm up winter with live vocals from Helen Corry and DJ Alisha. Get your fur hats, 80’s neon ski gear and dancing shoes. From 6.30pm to 9.30pm at The Heke. Tickets from theheke.co.nz
Native tree planting with Forest and Bird: Most weekends at either Mātiatia or Onetangi. Keen to volunteer, text Lincoln on 022 653 0115 for details.
Sunday 24 August
Junk to Funk Inspiration Workshop: Open Workshop for all Waiheke Islander’s who are interested in creating for this year’s Junk to Funk, wanting to learn more about our island’s Recycling stream and are up for a laugh with like-minded people in real time. From 10am-2pm at the Resource Recovery Park (Upstairs Education Room), Ostend Road. Please park at the skate park.
Sunday Funday Netball Tournament: Fundraiser for the WHS Girls Basketball team to for the the AIMS Games. Get a team together and come down for a day of netball, food, whanau and fun at the Waiheke Sports Club, Causeway, Ostend.
SURF host mayoral candidate Kerrin Leoni: Kerrin Leoni is standing to be a ‘hands on’ mayor for all of Auckland from Orapiu to Aotea and wants to hear from the people of the island. Come and have a chat from 11am-12 pm at Surfdale Hall. For more information phone/text 021 242 1549.
Waiheke Local Board Meet the Candidates Forum: The Onetangi Residents Association is sponsoring a Meet the Candidates for the Waiheke Local Board forum. This is a chance to hear directly from candidates about their plans for Waiheke. From 1pm-2.30pm at Onetangi Community Hall.
Spicy Sundays: Every Sunday in winter The Heke is adding three delicious authentic curry dishes to the regular menu on Sundays only. Open 12pm-7pm. The Heke, Onetangi Road.
Red Shed Gallery: The Palm Beach gallery is open weekends, 10am-4pm at 74a Palm Road. Lots of works for sale from previous and current exhibitions.
Monday 25 August
Scottish Dancing: The Waiheke Scottish Country Dance Club meet every Monday from 12pm-2.30pm upstairs in the Red Cross Hall, Oneroa. Beginners are welcome. Enquiries to shirleybutler@xtra.co.nz
‘Believe It Or Not’ Quiz: Every Monday throughout winter from 6pm at Charlie Farley’s, The Strand, Onetangi. Free entry. All welcome.
Intro to Improv: Come learn the basics of improvisation from local improv legends Lisa Garrity and Catherine Boyd-Bell. Every Monday at Artworks Theatre from 7pm-9pm. $10 per week.
Tuesday 26 August
The Ultimate Parents Guide to the Online World: Hear from filmmaker and author Rob Cope on how to keep your kids safe in a hilarious, straight-talking parent to parent talk. Covering cyberbullying, social media, gaming and more. From 6.30pm-8.30pm at Waiheke High School. Tickets from events.humanitix.com/our-kids-online
Quiz Night: ‘Believe It Or Not’ quiz nights every Tuesday from 7pm at Waiheke RSA in Ostend; $5 per head. We also welcome international chef Aldo Nicoletta to the kitchen. Make a night of it and enjoy a meal before the quiz. The kitchen opens at 5pm.
Wednesday 27 August
Bingo: $20pp, 6.30pm start, all proceeds to Reach Out Waiheke, supporting mental health in our community. Sponsored by PlaceMakers, cash and spot prizes. Tonight at Waiheke Bowling Club at 2 Marama Avenue, Surfdale.
Coming events
The Song and Poetry Thing: A live evening of original song and poetry in an open mic format on Thursday 28 August. August’s guest performer is local poet Mitch Chote. There will also be performances from the winners of the National Poetry Day competition. Performer sign-up at 6.30pm, event starts 7pm at the Sustainability Centre, Oneroa.
Free Community Concert: On the last Thursday of every month the Waiheke Musical Museum hosts a free community concert. It’s free and all are welcome. Thursday 28 August at 10.30am. This month’s musicians will be Janneke and Roger.
The Revival: Waiheke Theatre Company presents The Revival, a ghost story with splashes of humour by James Cawood, directed by Lucinda Peterken. At Artworks Theatre from Thursday 28 August until Saturday 6 September. Tickets on sale from artworkstheatre.org.nz
Fire and Pints: Alibi are firing up the grill for two days of wood-fired Greenstone Creek beef. Think juicy short ribs, ribeye, and brisket all served up with handcrafted brews from Alibi Brewing Co. Friday 29 and Saturday 30 August from 11am for both lunch and dinner at Alibi Brewing Co, Onetangi Road.
Jazz Supperclub with Love Square: Casita Miro is bringing back its Jazz Series. Three-course fiesta menu accompanied by the jazz trio Love Square. From 6pm-10pm on Friday 29 August. Tickets from casitamiro.co.nz
Handsome Giants with special guest Zephyr Wills: World class Folk and Blues concert with Handsome Giants, Shayn Wills and Freddy Limbert, and special guest Zephyr Wills. $20 door sales only. Doors open at 6.30pm. Limited numbers. Friday 29 August from 7pm-9pm at the Ōmiha Memorial Hall, Rocky Bay.
Botanical Perfume Experience: A perfume-making workshop created for gin-lovers and the aromatically-curious. From 10.30am-3pm on Saturday 30 August at Waiheke Distilling Co. To book go to waihekedistilling.co.nz
Clay & Wellness Day Retreat: This retreat is designed to be a nurturing experience including a tea ceremony, journalling, seasonal lunch and clay workshop. From 10am to 3pm on Saturday 30 August at the Spirit of Waiheke Cottage, Surfdale.
Homewerk Small Homes Display: Sammy and Oliver from Homewerk Small Homes will be at Island Coffee with their miniature models, offering locals the chance to see the details up close and chat about the process behind each home. From 9am-12pm on Saturday 30 August at Island Coffee, 21b Belgium Street.
R-Sunday Winter’s Farewell: Rosé Sunday is back to farewell winter with music from Te Motu DJs, Felix Da Cat and Øndrbrk. Sunday 31 August from 2pm-11pm at Te Motu Vineyard. Tickets from insomniak.flicket.co.nz/events
Learn to play Bridge: Beginner Lessons for budding bridge players will begin on Tuesday 2 September. Don’t miss out on this series. Please contact Chris 027 335 1989 or Jan 021 566 330 to sign up or for more information.
Cuppa and connection for coaches: Whether you’re a soon-to-be, new, experienced or master coach join Heidi Link, Mel Burdett and Leslie Hamilton of the ICC to exchange learnings, share stories, and connect with others in a relaxed evening of conversation. From 7pm-8.30pm on Wednesday 3 September at Take a Bite Café, 28 Belgium Street. To register email iccwaiheke@gmail.com.
Rocky Bay Folk Club presents Fats White, Appaloosa Willie & Solomon Cole Trio: A one-night only special edition of weird folk, country, and blues, hosted by the irrepressible Sammy Leary and featuring icon of the Aotearoa underground Fats White, plus local legends Appaloosa Willie and the Solomon Cole Trio. $20 cash only on the door. To book email rbfcwaiheke@gmail.com. 7pm on Saturday 6 September at the Ōmiha Memorial Hall, Rocky Bay.
Dirtbag Disco 2: A fundraiser that brings some big dance floor energy to this little slice of paradise with the ONternet, Nyntee and Sweetpants. Tickets available now by emailing jimbojamesbailey1@gmail.com. Saturday 6 September from 7pm at the Woolshed, 2 O’Brien Road.
Margaret Mills’ Book Launch: Waiheke Library, 7 September, 2pm for signed copies of 95-year-old Margaret Mills’ memoir Anecdotage: the first 95 years. It is filled with joy, tragedy, a lifetime of adventure and memories of old Waiheke.
Taste Rocky Bay: Come to the Ōmiha Memorial Hall and taste the deliciousness that Rocky Bay has to offer. Homemade preserves, drinks and delicacies. From 2.30pm-6pm on Sunday 7 September. Email nicoleheydenrijk@gmail.com to reserve a table.
Tangihanga: A 75-minute solo drama-comedy performed by Kristyl Neho. The story follows Jess, a loving daughter returning to the marae to mourn the death of her father, Karanipa. Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 September at 7.30pm. Tickets from artworkstheatre.org.nz
Jazz Supperclub with Geléia: Three-course fiesta menu accompanied by Waiheke local jazz band Geléia. From 6pm-10pm on Friday 12 September. Tickets from casitamiro.co.nz
The Very Hungry Caterpillars’ Dance Adventure: Bringing the beloved story to life through vibrant movement, playful characters, and joyful storytelling. Performed by junior dancers (aged 3-9) from Dance Out Loud. Saturday 13 September. Tickets from artworkstheatre.org.nz
Kotahi Aroha: All the island’s kura will gather for Kotahi Aroha – a special annual celebration of connection, culture, and community. Now in its eighth year, this event brings us together and reflects the heart of our island whānau through waiata and kai from our tiniest learners in ECE to rangatahi in high school. On Sunday 14 September at Piritahi Marae. Pōwhiri at 10am.
Jade String Quartet: Performance of great music written by the best and newest of composers here in New Zealand as well as the masterpieces from around the world. Sunday 14 September from 5pm.Tickets from musicalmuseum.org.nz
New Zealand String Quartet: The NZSQ will perform an intimate programme of music from 4.30pm-9pm on Sunday 14 September at Cable Bay. Tickets from eventfinda.co.nz
A Kōrero Kids Special: Local storyteller, Tanya Batt and musician Pete Forster will be celebrating Te Wiki O Te Reo Māori with waiata/songs, pūrakau/stories and toi/crafts for tamariki aged 0-5 years. From 2pm-3.30pm on Saturday 20 September at Artworks Theatre. Tickets from artowrkstheatre.org.nz
Winter Spirits and Cocktail Masterclass: Tantalus are holding a monthly masterclass complete with tastings, stories, mixology magic, and snacks from the Alibi kitchen. September’s spirit is gin and vermouth. Tuesday 23 September from 5pm-7pm at Alibi Brewing. Book at alibibrewing.co.nz
Bistro Night: On the last Friday on the month, Tantalus transforms into a cosy French bistro – intimate tables, flickering firelight, and a menu rich with comfort and tradition. Friday 26 September from 6.30pm at Tantalus Estate. Tickets from Book at Tantalus.co.nz
Passione String Quartet: Featuring musicians studying at the University of Auckland. Sunday 19 October from 5pm. Tickets from musicalmuseum.org.nz
Junk to Funk: Waiheke Island’s very own environmentally friendly version of the World of Wearable Arts is back for another year. Turning junk into wearable masterpieces. 4 categories to choose from. On Saturday 4 October at Te Huruhi School.
Stones in his Pockets: This fast-paced tragicomedy is set in a small community in rural Ireland where filming of a Hollywood movie has taken over the town. Staring Avi Ducker-Jones and Simon Deighton. From 9-18 October at Artworks Theatre at 7.30pm except Sundays when matinee is 2pm. Tickets from artworkstheatre.org.nz
Waiheke Primary School Quiz Night: Waiheke Primary School’s island-famous quiz night will this year celebrate 20 years of friendship, fun and top-notch education at Sea View Road. Saturday 11 October from 6pm at Waiheke Primary School. Tickets from www.facebook.com/share/1LNNKvBnz3
Winter Spirits and Cocktail Masterclass: Tantalus are holding a monthly masterclass complete with tastings, stories, mixology magic, and snacks from the Alibi kitchen. October’s spirit is vodka (with the Waiheke Distilling Co.). Tuesday 21 October from 5pm-7pm at Alibi Brewing. Book at alibibrewing.co.nz
Albi & The Wolves – The Fun-Raiser Tour: Award winning folk troubadours Albi & The Wolves are bringing their relatable alternative folk songs about love, life, and laughing to the island. Starts 7.30pm on Friday 7 November at Artworks Theatre. Tickets from artworkstheatre.org.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.
