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BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS: The Village is getting ready for Christmas! The trees are being trimmed and the decorations are hung, and it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Santa's Secret Stash is cash is stashed in over 70 Village chimneys throughout the village, ready for you to discover when you next shop, dine or use one of our fabulous village services! All receipts to be collected in the Village from standing room to KFC from KFC to Bungalo, you just need to spend $50 to be in to win! You can even spend in multiple businesses, adding up to $50 spent, to enter to win! |
THIS IS A PLANNED ALL WEATHER EVENT
Summer Christmas Fun:
Beach & Bach with KFTC
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
SUMMER CHRISTMAS FUN
BEACH AND BACH WITH KFTC
Sat 7th December
10-2pm
Nell Fisher Reserve
Celebrate Santa with a day of seasons! Summer fun in the sun with the Elves of Kaipatiki Community Facilities Trust.
Seacraft, a collaborative activity, seaside storytime, imaginary boat play. Join KCFT for an imaginary beachside day at the bach in the sunshine before Santa comes to visit!
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
CHRISTMAS CANDY FLOSS
Sat 7th December
10-4pm
Nell Fisher Reserve
Nothing sets the mood on a fun day like the sweet smell of candy floss! Treat the kids to a sweet treat while you enjoy all the fun of Santa's Seasonal Jingle Jam!
Raincheck location:
Across the road, 15 Rawene Rd
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
CHRISTMAS CHURROS
Sat 7th December
10-4pm
Kaimataara Viewing Platform
Hop into the Village, and next to Santa's igloo, find Santa's favourite churros! Want a sweet, fried treat while walking around Santa's Seasonal Jingle Jam? We have a Churro truck visiting the Village for the day outside Kaimataara so you can grab a tasty treat for the family! Feliz navidad!
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
CHRISTMAS HOT DOGS
Sat 7th December
10-4pm
Nell Fisher Reserve
We love fair food while enjoying fun events, so we decided to bring back our favourite hot dog food truck! Find him at Nell Fisher Reserve for a savoury, on the go snack!
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
ELF'S FACE PAINT
Sat 7th December
12-2pm
KidzStuffOnline
Our Village favourite event activity is back once again, face painting! Meet Laura the Elf outside KidzStuffOnline for some festive face painting, where you could get a candy cane, Christmas tree, Santa hat, or another fun festive design on your face!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
CHRISTMAS LANEWAY MARKET
Sat 7th December
10-3pm
68 Mokoia Road
Discover a range of artisan, handmade and unique goods at our laneway market, including festive goods and items perfect for gifting this Christmas!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
SANTA'S MUSICIANS
Sat 7th December
Norfolk Pine Stage
Kaimataara o Wai Manawa
Christmas Market
11-1pm
Enjoy the musical melodies of Santa's Musicians around the Village as you enjoy all the festivities of Santa's Seasonal Jingle Jam
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
CHRISTMAS GAMES
Sat 7th December
10-5pm Kaimataara
We're going to have some fun this Santa's Seasonal Jingle Jam! Explore the various games handmade by the elves and have a go trying to beat each one!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
Winter Christmas Fun
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
BELL'S ANGELS
Sat 7th December
1:30pm Norfolk Pine Stage
1:45pm Nell Fisher Reserve
Enjoy the sweet sound of bells jingling in the Village, with a visit from Bells Angels during Santa's Seasonal Jingle Jam
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
SANTA'S ARRIVAL
Sat 7th December
2pm
Nell Fisher Reserve
See Santa's grand arrival into the Village! Greet him as he arrives into the Village on his unique sleigh and meet him at Nell Fisher Reserve where you can follow him into Birkenhead Library!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
CHRISTMAS IGLOO FUN!
Sat 7th December
11-3pm Kaimataara Platform
12-4 Santa's House (28 Mokoia Rd)
3-7 Nell Fisher Reserve
Watch out as Santas North Pole Igloos magically pop up in the Village during the day for Santa's visit! Swirling balloons fun to chase around with friends for the little ones, and will be appearing in three Village locations! A great instagram shot for family and friends for the big kids!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
MRS CLAUS BALOON TWISTING
Sat 7th December
2-4pm
KidzStuffOnline
Mrs Claus has picked up a new hobby, balloon twisting! She has decided to join Santa Claus when he visits the Village for Santa's Seasonal Jingle Jam, and you can find her outside KidzStuffOnline to meet her and get a cool balloon creation!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS
STORYTIME WITH SANTA
Sat 7th December
2:30pm
Birkenhead Library - Children's Area
Santa is bringing his favourite picture book with him to his visit to the Village to read to the children of the Village! Join him for a read-a-long from 2:30 to enjoy this Christmas classic with Santa.
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
Sat 7th December
3-4:30pm
Birkenhead Library
Want a family photo with Santa? Stop by Birkenhead Library during Santa's Seasonal Jingle Jam to take a whole with the man himself, and get a chance for the kids to tell him what they want for Christmas!
BYO camera 📷📱
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
ELVES ON STILTS
Sat 7th December
3-5pm
Strolling
The elves have grown very tall over the past year while building your toys! They're visiting the Village for Santa's Seasonal Jingle Jam to create some mischief as they explore the Village and see what they can get up to!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
THE CHRISTMAS MADELEINES
Sat 7th December
Norfolk Pine Stage: 3-4pm
Nell Fisher Reserve: 4-5pm
The Madeleines are returning to the Village, this time to sing our favourite Christmas carols of eras past
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
ELSA AND ANNA
Sat 7th December
3-5pm
Strolling
Some special visitors will be in the Village for Santa's Seasonal Jingle Jam to meet Santa and the people of the Village! If you want to meet the Ice Queen and her sister, you can find them at Nell Fisher Reserve!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS
Sat 7th December
10-3pm (TBC)
68 Mokoia Road
Discover the world of dungeons and dragons and see what fun the elves have had with it! Stop by New Zealand Stage and Screen Combat School and see what Alex and the elves have for sale in this exciting world of possibility
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
ELVES ARROWS
Sat 7th December
12-2pm (TBC)
4/74 Mokoia Road
Try your hand at archery this Christmas! The naughty elves from New Zealand Stage and Screen have picked up archery this year and want to teach you how to do it yourself, have a go and see if you can shoot your arrow straight and hit the bullseye!
This activity costs $10
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
SOUNDS OF THE SHORE
CHOIR
Sat 7th December
6-7pm
Norfolk Pine Stage
Nothing says Christmas like the sound of carollers, so we've welcomed back the Sounds of the Shore choir back to the Village to serenade us with Christmas carols during Santa's Seasonal Jingle Jam!
5-6pm
Nell Fisher Reserve
Santa will be leading a carol-oke session, for us all to sing carols together on Nell Fisher Reserve, with Sounds of the Shore joining the community for this sing-a-long session before their own performance! Join for a fun festive session, where no matter your musical talent we will all have fun
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
LIGHTING OF THE TREE
Sat 7th December
7pm
Norfolk Pine
From 7pm the lights of our beloved Norfolk Pine tree will be visible from afar, with our guiding star lit bright on top to help guide Santa home! Enjoy the fairylit streets of the Village in the evening, alongside our live music and festive ambience
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
OP SHOP HOP for Your Enjoyment
Fri 25 October
RAG N BONE HINEMOA STREET
OPPOSITE BIRKENHEAD LIBRARY
11-1 THE VOICE MR PAUL TOWN TREWEEK
BIRKENHEAD AVE
SALVATION ARMY
11-12 MR FRED BAKER 3rd
HAMMOND PLACE
1-2 MR FRED BAKER 3rd
MOKOIA ROAD
IHC
11-1 MS MAILA BAKER
Celebrate our op shops as the first event of our Art Deco Spring Fling celebration on Friday 25th October as we bring the best jazz performers into our OP SHOPS to sing the Classics of Swing from 11-1 Grab a coffee and browse to the sounds of the era when our commerical heart of the vintage was first delveoped during the 1920s. The Obourn Bujilding, Yarntons Highbuy Buildings and The Blitza block where all built during tthis ear of Music. Enjoy iwth our compliments and check out the unique treats we have instore for you on Saturday 26th October and we will transport you back to the golden era of music!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
OPENING PERFORMANCE
The Swing Jazz Bands of the Era for Your Enjoyment
Sat 26 October
NELL FISHER RESERVE
BIRKENHEAD LIBRARY
12-1 The Madeleines Trio
NORFOLK PINE STAGE
1-2 The Madeleines Trio
Celebrate the opening of our fabulous Spring Fling Vintage Carnival with the fantastic Madeleines Trio concert performance. The vintage vocal trio will transport you back to the golden era of music!
These ladies have worked internationally in theater - in West End, Hong Kong and Melbourne
Dress up in your vintage best and bring your dancing shoes to join the vintage swing dancers from 12 noon to 4pm outside /or inside Birkenhead Library!*
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
Raincheck inside Library
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
Steel, Wheels and all that Jazz:
Vintage Car Show
A display of Model A Ford and Chevy cars - accompanied by jazz musicians in a homage to horsepower, heritage and all that jazz!
There will be over 15 cars village wide with fabulous carnival fun for all!
Saturday 26 October
VINTAGE CAR DISPLAYS & JAZZ
11.00 - 4.00 pm
NELL FISHER RESERVE
Birkenhead Library
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
| Courtesy of North Island Model A Ford Club and Chevy Enthusiasts Auckland Branch |   |
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
The Barber Shop B Flats
Saturday 26 October
1-3pm Roving Between the Village barber shops!
Enjoy music of the era as you get a barber cut or stroll the Village during the carnival! The Barber Shop B Flats will bring the music right to you as they perform at our eight barber shops
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
Art Deco Free Guided Bus Tour
Saturday 26 October
11-3pm Bus Stops opposite Barfoot & Thompson Birkenhead Ave, Birkenhead Heritage Museum Mahara Ave, Birkenhead Square Mokoia Rd: Anticipated bus trip 30 minutes round trip.
Bus will go from Opposite Barfoot & Thompson (outside Java) at 11, 11:30, 12, 12:30, 1, 1:30, 2, 2:30
Other stops include, Maxy Barber (64 Mokoia Road) opposite Birkenhead Square and Heritage Museum (44 Mahara Ave), finishing opposite Barfoot & Thompson.
Englishman and veteran Val Barfoot bought a run-down land agent's firm in Newmarket for just £75 in 1923, and the business has expanded over 100+ years to what we know today! Enjoy a free guided bus tour of Birkenhead, learning the history of our Village which goes back to the 1920s thanks to Barfoot & Thompson
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
Sponsored by Barfoot & Thompson and Birkenhead Heritage Society
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
CARNIVAL ON STILTS
Saturday 26 October
10.30 12.30 2 1-2m Roving Village Event
Have the kids ever seen stiltwlakers? We think they are a very art deco carnival thing but did you know
Archaeological evidence suggests that the first instances of stilt walking can be found in ancient Egypt and China around 3,500 years ago. In these cultures, stilts were primarily used for practical purposes, such as navigating marshy terrains or working in flooded fields.
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
Sponsored by Barfoot & Thompson and Birkenhead Heritage Society
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
Art Deco Free Guided Bus Tour
Saturday 26 October
11-3pm Bus Stops opposite Barfoot & Thompson Birkenhead Ave, Birkenhead Heritage Museum Mahara Ave, Birkenhead Square Mokoia Rd: Anticipated bus trip 30 minutes round trip.
Bus will go from Opposite Barfoot & Thompson (outside Java) at 11, 11:30, 12, 12:30, 1, 1:30, 2, 2:30
Other stops include, Maxy Barber (64 Mokoia Road) opposite Birkenhead Square and Heritage Museum (44 Mahara Ave), finishing opposite Barfoot & Thompson.
Englishman and veteran Val Barfoot bought a run-down land agent's firm in Newmarket for just £75 in 1923, and the business has expanded over 100+ years to what we know today! Enjoy a free guided bus tour of Birkenhead, learning the history of our Village which goes back to the 1920s thanks to Barfoot & Thompson
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
Sponsored by Barfoot & Thompson and Birkenhead Heritage Society
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
Swing Dancing
Celebrate with us Birkenhead's Forefather of Entertainment Henry Hayward.
It's your chance to enjoy swing dancing with Swing out Central Dancers! Swing dance to the sounds of live swing bands on Nell Fisher Reserve with these talented dancers! Showcase Opening with Madeleines Trio!
Saturday 26 October
12 noon - 4pm
NELL FISHER RESERVE
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
Raincheck inside Library- Community Room
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
Heritage Vintage Farm
Saturday 26 October
10.30- 1:15 pm 15 Rawene Road, Opposite Nell Fisher Reserve (changed on thursday 24th to an hour earlier to get best of weahter)
Before the Auckland Harbour Bridge opened in 1959, Birkenhead Borough was a collection of rural farms and orchards. Bring the family and meet the heritage farm animals of yesteryear, pigs, goats, sheep, ponies and more at where was once the site of historic Taylors Farm!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
Featuring Bo Peep Farm
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
The Swing Jazz Bands of the Era for Your Enjoyment
GRAND FINALE PERFORMANCE
SOCIETY JAZZMEN
Saturday 26 October
2-5pm Kaimataara o Wai Manawa
Society Jazzmen entertainers are a 6 piece band with collective history playing jazz of 250 years! They are described as 1920s Dixieland Jazz and will delight you with their stunning array of jazz and swing standards. They are a firm favourite in the morning melody series
Dress up in your vintage best and bring your dancing shoes to join the vintage swing dancers from 2 to 4pm outside Birkenhead Library
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
RAINCHECK INSIDE ALL SAINTS CHURCH HALL 181 HINEMOA ST
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
1940 Vintage Fire Truck
Saturday 26 October
1950's Telecom Exchange - 28 Mokoia Road 11-4pm
Visit and discover this historic 1940s Ford Mercury V8 which as stationed at the old Mt Eden Fire Station from 1940 to 1963 and then the Onehunga Fire Station from 1963 to 1971! It was involved in a serious accident in February 1950 and rebuilt in it's present format.
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
Looked after by the Auckland Fire Brigades Museum
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
Vintage Games
Saturday 26 October
12 noon - 3pm
60 Mokoia Road
Have a go at Games from a Bygone Era. Compare yourself to mum or dad as you compete to complete the maze.
Find it opposite the Mokoia Road entrance to Highbury Shopping Centre
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
Balloon Twisting
Saturday 26 October
12-2pm Outside KidzStuffOnline 16 Mokoia Road
Our favourite balloon twister, Kat, is back for some spring fling balloon twisting carnival fun! Meet Kat to discover what exciting balloon animal or specialty balloon shape she will create for you, then explore what fun the spring fling has in store for you!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
Raincheck: outside 7 day pharmacy next to kidzstuffonline or inside 7 day pharmacy
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
Living Statue
Saturday 26 October
64 Mokoia Road
Meet a living and breathing statue at our carnival, hanging out amongst the carnival goers and near the laneway market!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
Carnival Face Painting
Saturday 26 October
11am - 4pm
16 MOKOIA RD
Gazebo Outside KidzStuffOnline
Birkenhead Village
Our favourite face painter is back for some spring fling fun! Bring the kids to get their faces painted as they enjoy all the fun of the vintage carnival!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
Raincheck: Inside Highbury Mall or Library TBC
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
Vintage Laneway Market
Saturday 26 October
10am - 4pm
68 Mokoia Road
Discover a range of artisan, handmade and unique goods at our laneway market, as well as a tarot reader ready to read your fortune!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
Vintage Game Fun
Saturday 26 October
11am - 4pm
Nell Fisher Reserve, Birkenhead Library
and Kaimataara o Wai Manawa
Back by popular demand, these hand-turned giant vintage wooden games provide lots of old fashioned mind stimulation and family fun. These are sure to be a crowd pleaser for all the family at our Birkenhead Queen Carnival!
Enjoy these old fashioned vintage games for some family fun! Show the kids how to play these giant wooden games for some friendly competition surrounded by a vintage carnival!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
Candy Floss
Saturday 26 October
10am - 1:30pm
opposite Nell Fisher Reserve next to heritage farm
Birkenhead Village
Nothing sets the mood at a carnival like the sweet smell of candy floss! Treat the kids to a sweet treat while you enjoy all the fun of our Vintage Queen Carnival
BIRKENHEAD LIBRARY PRESENTS:
Inkiana Printers Printing Press - Make a Poster!
Saturday 26 October
10am-2pm
Nell Fisher Reserve
Create your own piece of memorabilia and celebrate our unique Birkenhead Village Spring Fling Carnival with us!
The popular printing press was invented in 1436 by Gutenberg. The Printing Press was the internet of the 1400s and helped information spread faster. Drop by Nell Fisher Reserve and let Graham from Inkiana Printing show you how to use a 180 year old Albion Letterhead printing press! Create your own poster to bring home with you!
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
Rain check inside Birkenhead Library Foyer
BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE PRESENTS:
The Op Shop Hop
INSPIRED BY THE JAZZ ERA
ENJOY YOUR BROWSING TO LIVE JAZZ FROM 11-3 in the VILLAGE
Friday 25 October
12 noon - 2pm
Be transported to the era of vintage jazz with our fabulous op shops and second hand stores across the Village. Experience vintage jazz as you shop till you drop!
Discover collectibles galore in Birkenhead's selection of 7 Op Shops:
The Collective, Dollar Dealers, Hospice (Shop, Finally Books and Retro), IHC, Salvation Army Family Store, Rag & Bone Factory.
THIS IS AN ALL WEATHER EVENT
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Roading and Globe Lights Upgrade SEPTEMBER 1ST to 27TH
One lane, Birkenhead Ave from Mokoia Road to Onewa Road will be closed for the first 2 weeks of September 2024 from 2-13 September. Second lane, Birkenhead Ave from Onewa Road to Mokoia Road will be closed for the second 2 weeks of September 2024, from 16-27 September. There will be temporary bus stops, and private off-road carparks will still be accessible with help from an on site TMS controller. There are no anticipated power disruptions aside from to the street lights while they are being worked on, other power should not be impacted. Our level of road lighting will be improved to international best practice and our unique, quirky globe lights that are part of our Village personality will be refurbished for another 40 years to come and will be a consistent colour quality. Road Closure: (click to enlarge map)  |
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Safer Plates Birkenhead WEDNESDAY 19TH JUNE: 11AM-2PM
Have you heard about the great initiative called Safer Plates supported by the Police? To help stop theft of license plates, just roll on up to Birkenhead Square, in front of Pizza Hut (67-77 Mokoia Road), on Wednesday 19th where the Police have teamed up with Neighborhood Support and Birkenhead Village to replace your license plate screws for free! They will be replaced with longer and sturdier bolts, which will deter potential thieves. To get this free service, you can pop by anytime between 11am to 2pm. Drive in one-way from the Pizza Hut lane on Mokoia Rd, and park in one of the three coned off carparks where you will meet a friendly face 😊 Then drive off out near Bakers Delight to Mokoia Road once you're done! |
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ANZAC DAY PARADE |
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April School Holidays For some fabulous fun this school holidays, we have 10 days of giveaways and 5 days of face paint! |
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April School Holidays For some fabulous fun this school holidays, we have 10 days of giveaways and 5 days of face paint! |
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SATURDAY 23 MARCH Nell Fisher Reserve FREE CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES 11-4 11-4pm Churros Stall
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Birkenhead Ave STREET FOOD 11-5 pm Argentinean, Brazilian, Chilean, Peruvian, Columbian |
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Mokoia Road - Old Post Office PERFORMANCE 12-12:30 pm Argentine Tango Showcase |
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PERFORMANCES: 2.30 pm Showcase and workshop! Kaimataara o Wai Manawa |
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Kaimataara o Wai Manawa - Viewing Platform 7:15-8 pm Brazilian DIVAS! |
Read our Valentine's Day newsletter at https://mailchi.mp/birkenhead/mariachi-mood-for-love
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Mariachi's Mood for Love Mexican Mariachis strolling |
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Learn the Dance of Love Kaimataara o Wai Manawa |
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CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS
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Santas Christmas Village 2nd & 3rd Dec
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SPECIAL MUSICAL SOUNDS OF SANTAS CHRISTMAS VILLAGE
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SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN |
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FESTIVE Let our MRS CLAUSE TWIST SOME fun! |
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FESTIVE Let our Street Fariies paint your nails for Christmas! |
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FESTIVE Stop by our Santa's Christmas Village to buy a tree and enjoy the festive scents of the season from 12 noon to 6pm on Saturday 2nd Dec and Sunday 3rd Dec. |
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FESTIVE Let our Street Elves paint your faces for fun! |
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FESTIVE Let our Aspiring Elves wow you with their tricks and show you how at the Kaimataara Plaftform |
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Auckland Council presents Auckland Heritage Festival, from 23 September to 8 October 2023. Inspired by 50 years since anti-nuclear protests were embraced by the nation, this year’s theme is Peace, Love and Protest. Explore the events that defined who we were then and who we are now - from learning how protests throughout our history have shaped our national identity, to the ways we came together during significant times of joy and celebration. Join us at more than 160 free or low-cost events across Tāmaki Makaurau. From late August, visit heritagefestival.co.nz for a full list of events, or pick up a print programme from an Auckland Council Library. For festival updates follow us on Facebook @aklheritage.
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Birkenhead Village has adopted Italy as our second football team. |
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Back by popular demand, the Medieval Times Renaissance Fair is nearly here.
Birkenhead Bourough has pleasure in inviting you to the events unscrolled below!
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MEDIEVAL TIMES
Free fun for all to have a go!A Renaissance Fair An all weather event! All Village activities will proceed with raincheck locations at each Village activity headquarters. Please check our Facebook page on the day to confirm. EXTREME WEATHER EVENT DATE WILL BE THE FOLLOWING WEEKEND 24/25 JUNE 2023. Become a Knight or Medieval Maiden for a day and try out axe throwing, sword fighting and archery! Meet Robin Hood and Joan of Arc as they show you how it's done! Pop into NZ Stage & Screen Combat School Medieval Dungeon at 4/74 Mokoia Road to seek out a wider Medieval experience www.nzstageandscreencombatschool.com Sat 17 June and Sun 18 June 11am-3pm Axe throwing at the Medieval Hall in the Nell Fisher Reserve provided by industry professionals from the NZ Stage & Screen Combat School Archery Sat 17June and Sun 18 June Fire Performers Sun 18 June |
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Medieval TimesA Renaissance Fair MusicJoin us to enjoy live music
Sat 18 JuneHarp & Flute MaidenRobyn The Harper 11am to 12 noon Fairy Village Mokoia Rd 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm Norfolk Turret Medieval Maiden singing Ballads 10am to 11am Fairy Village Mokoia Rd 11am to 12 noon Kaimataara Village Lookout 12 noon to 1pm Fairy Village Mokoia Rd Medieval Violin 11am to 1pm Nick Jones The Violin Guy Village Green
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2023 CAFE HOURS EASTER & ANZAC
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SATURDAY 25 MARCH Nell Fisher Reserve* FREE CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES 12-4 11.30 am Bilingual Storytelling 12-2 pm Rainforest Face painting with Laura 12-4pm Latin Fiesta Craft Day (Library) 1:30 pm Bilingual Storywalk — 2.30 pm Chilean Latin Folk Dance 3:30 pm “Pinata” Mexican Game
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Birkenhead Ave STREET FOOD 12-5 pm Argentinean, Brazilian, Chilean, Peruvian, Columbian |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Norfolk Pine Stage MAIN STAGE Highbury Corner 1:30 pm Argentine Tango 2-4 pm “A Kiss from Rio” Gilda & Friends 5-6 pm Merengue & Bachata Showcase & class 6-7 pm World Champion Salsa Showcase 7-8 pm Brazilian DIVAS! Strolling |
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Ricky Medieros 1pm Old Post Office - Mokoia Road Kaimataara o Wai Manawa - Viewing Platform 2:30pm Showcase and workshop!
4-5pm Cha Cha, 5 minute demonstration then workshop at Kaimataara o Wai Manawa |
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Mokoia Road - Old Post Office PERFORMANCE 1 pm Argentine Tango Showcase |
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FREE EVENING EVENTS Kaimataara o Wai Manawa - Viewing Platform 7-8 pm Brazilian DIVAS! |
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LATIN LOVERS Mexican Mariachis strolling |
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Enjoy a Medieval Banquet
A Full evening of action, entertainment and a feast at the NZSSCS Sat 17 June and Sun 18 June Join NZ Stage & Screen Combat School at our unique medieval dungeon right here in Birkenhead Village Have a go at some some axe throwing & archery, enjoy the entertainment - fully armoured Knights at battle while feasting on your roast dinner delivered from the Roast Shop directly across the street! For special dietary requirements - we can provide GF, Vegan & Vege "authentic medieval pizza" from Pizza Hut across the street! Just let us know your requirements in the form below. $75 per adult, $45 per child Book online at https://airtable.com/shr4iwrPCbZknG3ps Enjoy a Medieval Feast at the Medieval Tavern Medieval Merchant Markets Sat 17 & Sun 18 June 10-4pm |
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A Medieval Hall
Tuituia Mai Tatou Let Us All Be United Explore the Medieval Hall full of unique wares, music and fun photo opportunities! Find it in the Nell Fisher Village Green, in front of Birkenhead Library Renaissance Market & Music Sat 17 June and Sun 18 June 11am-3pm Medieval artisan markets - unique artisan finds! 11am-3pm Discover the Medieval Photo Booth at the Medieval Hall at the Nell Fisher Reserve where there are stocks for cool photos! 11am-3pm Explore the Renaissance Store to find unique wares at 13 Rawene road in the Village. Sat 17June 11am-12 noon and 1-2pm Harp and flute music Sun 18 June 11am-12 noon Harp and violin music Crest Headquarters At The Library Create your own family crest! Did you know Birkenhead Borough has it's own crest! It's the second oldest borough on the shore and has a rich history! Our motto is "Tuituia Mai Tautou", meaning 'let us all be united'.
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS The display focuses on this former home owned by the Revell and Farrington families, who are closely associated with Chelsea Sugar which was responsible for much of the early settlement in Birkenhead. Members of these two families lived in the villa from 1911 until the 1990s when it was moved to its current site and became the museum. This display also includes the pioneering Utting family who farmed the land where the museum and part of the War Memorial Park are now located. |
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Free to have a go!A Renaissance Fair An all weather event! All Village activities will proceed with raincheck locations at each Village activity headquarters. Please check our Facebook page on the day to confirm. Become a Knight or Medieval Maiden for a day and try out axe throwing, sword fighting and archery! Meet Robin Hood and Joan of Arc as they show you how it's done! Pop into NZ Stage & Screen Combat School Medieval Dungeon at 4/74 Mokoia Road to seek out a wider Medieval experience www.nzstageandscreencombatschool.com Sat 18 June and Sun 19 June Adults Ages 16+ 11am-3pm Axe throwing at the Medieval Hall in the Nell Fisher Reserve provided by industry professionals from the NZ Stage & Screen Combat School Archery Sat 18 June and Sun 19 June Fire Performers Sun 19 June |
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A Full evening of action, entertainment and a feast at the NZSSCS Sat 18 June and Sun 19 June Join NZ Stage & Screen Combat School at our unique medieval dungeon right here in Birkenhead Village Have a go at some some axe throwing & archery, enjoy the entertainment - fully armoured Knights at battle while feasting on your roast dinner delivered from the Roast Shop directly across the street! For special dietary requirements - we can provide GF, Vegan & Vege "authentic medieval pizza" from Pizza Hut across the street! Just let us know your requirements in the form below. $55 per adult, $35 per child Book online at https://airtable.com/shr4iwrPCbZknG3ps Enjoy a Medieval Feast Village Night Markets Sun 19 June |
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Fri 17 JuneNorfolk Pine TurretClassical European Singer Mary The Village Canary & Fiddler 11am to 1pm Strolling Ministrel 6pm to 8pm Sat 18 JuneMedieval Fairy Village (Nell Fisher Village Green)Harp & Flute Maidens 11am to 12 noon 1pm to 2pm Norfolk Pine Turret Classical European Singer and Fiddler Mary The Village Canary & fiddle 11am to 1pm Strolling Ministrel Sun 19 JuneMedieval Hall (Nell Fisher Village Green) |
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Tuituia Mai Tatou Let Us All Be United Explore the Medieval Hall full of unique wares, music and fun photo opportunities! Find it in the Nell Fisher Village Green, in front of Birkenhead Library Renaissance Market & Music Sat 18 June and Sun 19 June 11am-3pm Medieval artisan markets - unique artisan finds! 11am-3pm Discover the Medieval Photo Booth at the Medieval Hall at the Nell Fisher Reserve where there are stocks for cool photos! 11am-3pm Explore the Renaissance Store to find unique wares at 13 Rawene road in the Village. Sat 18 June 11am-12 noon and 1-2pm Harp and flute music Sun 19 June 11am-12 noon Harp and violin music Crest Headquarters At The Library Create your own family crest! Did you know Birkenhead Borough has it's own crest! It's the second oldest borough on the shore and has a rich history! Our motto is "Tuituia Mai Tautou", meaning 'let us all be united'.Sun 19 June |
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WHALES TAILS SURFACING IN THE VILLAGE AS PART OF a POD of 80 EMMERSIVE ART TRAIL ACROSS AUCKLAND CITY “Toitu te marae o Tane mahuta. Toitu te marae o Tangaroa, Toitu te Iwi.” If the forests of Tane Survive, and the seas of Tangaroa survive, then so too will the people. Ancient Maori Proverb Birkenhead Village… the Village with a view, is delighted to support the endangered sea treasures “taonga” of our precious Hauraki Gulf through this World Wildlife Fund & Wild in Art “ Whales Tale “ Art Trail. https://whaletales2022.org/event/whale-tales-art-trail/ |
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St Patrick's Day MusicA Green WeekendWe are celebrating cultural diversity this weekend, with a nod to the Irish! Come along to enjoy live music and the taste of international flavours that we have on offer here in Birkenhead Village.
Thursday:
Fred and Maila —12 noon to 2pm Sasha Reekie (new to the Village!) — 7pm to 9pm Friday: Edwina Thorne —12 noon to 2pm Ricky De Medeiros — 6:30pm to 8:30pm Saturday: Ricky De Medeiros — 12 noon to 2pm Fred and Maila — 6:30pm to 8:30pm |
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BIRKENHEAD VILLAGE Birkenhead Village Barbers cutting edge of New Zealand Birkenhead Ave The Ladies & Gents Barber Shop The Corner Barbershop Hinemoa Street Bob - Bob the Barber MAX the Barber
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Trixie Fairy Magic (Fairy full of mischief & Magic) A Village Fav! |
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FRED BAKER and PAUL TOWN TREWEEK |
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MUSIC FOR MOTHER'S DAY Friday May 7th, Saturday May 8th and Sunday May 9th Locations: Time and Dates: Friday 11am-1pm, Saturday 11:30am-1:30pm & 6-8pm, Sunday 11am-1pm and 6-8pm |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS SUNDAY 28 MARCH NELL FISHER RESERVE* Park Birkenhead Library FREE CHILDRENS ACTIVITIES 12-4 12 noon Balloons & Rainforest Photo Booth 12:00-2:00pm Rainforest Face painting with Vanessa 1.00 pm Capoeira “A Brazilan Martial Arts ” Showcase 1,30 pm Special Guest Appearances Kung Fu Panda & Tiger 2.,00 pm “Sapo” Peruvian Game Day of the Dead Mexican Mask Crafting 2.15 pm Latin Folk Music “Aputaki” Musicians from Argentina, Chile, Peru 2.30 pm Chilean Latin Folk Dance 3.00 pm Bilingual Storytellng 3:30 pm “Pinata” Mexican Game
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS BIRKENHEAD AVE Street Food 12-4 pm Argentinean, Brazilian, Chilean, Peruvian, Mexican 6 -7 pm Yonier Fire Flame Entertainer
NORFOLK PINE MAIN STAGE Highbury Corner 2-4pm “A Kiss from Rio” Gilda & Friends 4-6 pm “Latin with Love” Kizomba 6-8 pm Mexcian Mariachi Band Strolling 5-7 pm Early Bird Rainforest Facepainting with Laura
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FREE EVENING EVENTS SUNDAY 28 MARCH KAiMATAARA O WAI MANAWA LOOKOUT PLATFORM 3.00 pm “Cha Cha” with Enrique NZ Latin American Champion 4.00 pm Zumba with Mami 5.00 pm Bachata Showcase with Eloise 7.30 pm Brazilian DIVAS! Main Stage – Showcase 8-10 pm “Soul Agents” Rhythm & Blues Band |
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FREE EVENING EVENTS SUNDAY 28 MARCH KAiMATAARA O WAI MANAWA LOOKOUT PLATFORM 7.30 - 8.00 pm Brazilian DIVAS! Main Platform
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FREE EVENING EVENTS SUNDAY 28 MARCH KAiMATAARA O WAI MANAWA LOOKOUT PLATFORM 7.30 - 8.00 pm Brazilian DIVAS! Main Platform
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BIRKENHEAD ROTARY SANTA PARADE Traffic will need to access the Village from either Birkenhead Ave or Highbury Pass (KFC Entrance ramp ) before 3 pm and egress after 5.30pm Route/location & times: Rawene Road, Birkenhead Ave & Highbury Bypass, Parade Starts:5 00pm Parade Finishes: 6.00pm Parking Enforcement:/Access to Mokoia road from the roundabout to Birkenhead Primary School will be open until 30 mins prior to the commencement of the parade at 4 pm approximately.
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DAY TIME EVENTS Enjoy discovering our ‘village with a view'. Kaimataara ō Wai Manawa is a historical lookout of special significance to local Māori. The vista from the lookout was also painted by one of New Zealand's most important artists, Charles Blomfield. Let us guide you to this historically significant hilltop location to enjoy the view! Presented by: Birkenhead Heritage Society and Birkenhead Town Centre Association Inc |
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DAYTIME EVENTS A sweet discoveryBirkenhead Library helps to preserve the story of Chelsea Sugar Refinery by holding its company archives. Perhaps you would like to use this resource to help tell your own story? Its faster and easier to do some quick genealogical research. Simply come into the library and browse our indexed staff cards, if you find something sweet, let us know and we can scan a copy back to you. Presented by: Auckland Libraries Saturday 26 September-Sunday 11 October Mon-Fri: 9am-5:30pm Sat-Sun: 10am-4:30pm
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Trixie Fairy Magic (Fairy full of mischief & Magic) A Village Fav! |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Harry Potter & Philosophers Stone (PG) |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS MID WINTER MISCHIEF & MAYHEM Street Fairies & Pirates & THE Magic of Balloons
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS A Very Special Appearance by "Zappas the Wizard" In Village |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Fitness Mayhem from Fitness Republic |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Cat in the Hat "Knows a lot about that" (cartoon ) |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Fairies & Pirates School Holiday Fun Calling all fairies & pirates! We’d be delighted for you to join us at our magical mid-winter craft sessions from Tuesday 14 July – Friday 17 July 10.30am – 1.30pm daily. We’ll be making Frozen inspired wands, pirate flags, clay ornaments and more. Visit us in the room next to Mr Bagels Cafe AND go in the draw to win a $50 Paper Plus Highbury Gift Voucher when you visit our craft room. The winner will be drawn Monday 20 July 2020.
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Rawcus the Rowdy Pirate Performance |
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FREE EVENT Showcases & Demonstrations - Kaim Mataara O Wai Manawa Platform Free Childrens Activities 2-4 Balloons, Facepainting, Free Movie Screenings Coco, Day of the Dead Mask Making, Latin Music & Storytelling, Pinata European Street Fashion Show 1pm Chilli Eating Competition - Joses Cantina 3pm 14 Birkenhead Ave Latin American Entertainment 12-5 Ricky Mederios Latin Guitar, Mariachis, Brazilian Divas, Chilli with Love Latin Beats |
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BIRKENHEAD CHRISTMAS MARKET & SANTA PARADE Traffic will need to access the Village from either Birkenhead Ave or Highbury Pass (KFC Entrance ramp ) before 2.30 pm and egress after 5.30pm Route/location & times: Rawene Road, Birkenhead Ave & Highbury Bypass, Parade Starts:4.00pm Parade Finishes: 5.00pm Parking Enforcement:/Access to Mokoia road from the roundabout to Birkenhead Primary School will be open until 30 mins prior to the commencement of the parade at 3.30 pm approximately. Rotary have permission to close the following roads from 2 pm. Parking 3 hours Free Highbury Mall- Acess till 3.30 pm Hammond Place |
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FREE EVENT Soon after, dance halls across Auckland were swinging with the rhythms and steps of the Lindy Hop. Join us for an evening of dance and demonstrations to a live brass jazz swing band. Brought to you by Gin Mill Swing, Senior Citizens Hall & Birkenhead Town Centre Association |
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FREE EVENT Foresters Hall was once the centre of all social activities in the Birkenhead village with dances, municipal bands, films and fancy dress. Discover your own fancy dress and collectables galore in Highbury's preloved shops. Be serenaded by |
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FREE EVENT New settlers brought their fruit harvesting skills to Aotearoa - these became part of the fabric of their new lives. Under European settlement, the Fruit Growers Association formed, and Birkenhead became famous for its strawberries, plums and peaches. At the end of successful harvests, brass bands serenaded the workers at social dances and balls. Come and enjoy the brass bands sounds of a successful harvest in 1908 - 1950. |
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FREE EVENT Sunday 6, 13 and 20 October, 2pm-3.30pm This walk starts and ends at the Birkdale Primary School gates Corner Birkdale and Salisbury roads, Birkdale Birkdale was once renowned for producing New Zealand's best strawberries. Author and historian Matt Elliott guides the walk around this North Shore suburb. Hear about the old strawberry and fruit days - from planting, picking and carting produce to market, to the 'root disease' problems of the 1930s. And how Birkdale's farming landscape declined when the Harbour Bridge opened. Matt will also talk about the innovative grower James Levesque. Born in St Heliers in the Channel Islands, he moved to New Zealand in the late 1800s. The walk takes approx 90 minutes and includes one steep hill! Suitable for 10 years and older. Weather permitting. |
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FREE EVENT Discover the first animals introduced to Aotearoa by Māori in 1350AD & Captain Cook in 1769. Meet the animals of the ark, from rats and dogs to pigs, hens, goats. Your chance to ride the horses. |
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FREE EVENT Join us on a journey of story telling through a showcase of light. You will learn about the legends and myths from Māori arrival in Aotearoa to the creation of the volcanic cones and craters of Auckland Harbour. KAIMATAARA O WAI MANAWA LOOKOUT |
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FREE EVENT Farrington House, Museum 44 Mahara Avenue, Birkenhead
Many children endured the long trip from Britain as they immigrated to New Zealand. Travelling to New Zealand on a sailing ship would take 80 to 160 days! From the 1890's to the 1930's, steam ships enabled significantly reduced voyage times. Travelling on a motor ship in the 1940’s to 1960’s reduced the journey to 30 to 40 days. From the 1960’s, immigrants arrived by plane. The entertainment on board the ships was very limited compared to modern cruise ships. No tablets or ipads! Our children’s events focus on activities children typically enjoyed during the long voyages. Brought to you by Birkenhead Heritage Society Inc. |
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FREE EVENT The Te Kawerau (the oldest iwi in the northwest area) harvested and made good use of natural resources. Flax raupo, kiekie, mange mange vine and nikau palms were used for building traditional whares or houses. The first Europeans relied on Māori for food, and fibre for building fences and shelter. Children can learn some basic weaving skills in a local workshop. |
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FREE EVENT Captain Cook first introduced the potato to South Island Māori in 1769. Māori adopted the potato, as it resembled kūmara (sweet potato) and could be grown in a similar fashion. More importantly, potatoes tolerated cooler conditions than kūmara. They were reliable and high-yielding, and quickly became a key crop. Spaces are limited to 10 people per session. Children must be 8-15 years of age. Tickets are paid for on the day at OTT. $5 materials cost Bookings Essential; Teri Bonner teri.bonner@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz |
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SPECIAL FESTIVAL EVENT Māori and European encounters led to trading of food. Europeans relied on Māori for fish and native vegetables. Captain James Cook introduced potatoes and the kunekune pig to the Māori in 1769. From 1803 potatoes and pigs quickly became a new currency. Tribes often made gifts of valued items. Make your booking to join us for a puha, pork and potato feast and discover why the flavour is so remarkable. Bookings are required:Contact Steve Simms:021 558 485 info@bbc.kiwi |
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FREE EVENT The automobile arrived in New Zealand in 1927. Join us & a string Band of the Era to explore how the change from horses to the automobile shaped Birkenhead's commercial development. Brought to you by North Island Model A Ford Club, Kaipātiki Local Board & Birkenhead Town Centre Association |
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FREE EVENT The ancient Māori name for Tāmaki Makaurau is 'Te Ipu Kura a Maki'. Maki was the father of Te Kawerau Maki the eponymous ancestor of the Te Kawerau Tribe. When Europeans arrived and settled on Duck Creek, a team of horses and 130 men built the iconic Chelsea Sugar Factory from the red soils. Today, your guide will walk you past the cottages of the red clay engineers and chemists night workers. The Chelsea Cafe will be open if you want a reward after the walk. Bookings are preferred:Contact Teri Bonner:09 486 8559 teri.bonner@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz Brought to you by Birkenhead Town Centre Association & Birkenhead Heritage Society Incorporated |
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FREE EVENT William Francis Hammond played a significant role in the development of the Birkenhead area. In 1879 he and his family shifted from Ponsonby to Birkenhead. Hammond surveyed the Birkenhead area, created subdivision plans and instigated the provision of roads. He negotiated with the Board of Waste Lands for the provision of land for a park and cemetery. Further negotiations with the Harbour Board saw the construction of the Birkenhead Wharf. Bookings are preferred Contact Teri Bonner: 09 486 8559 teri.bonner@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
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FREE EVENT Birkenhead Library and Friends of Le Roys Bush (Uru-amo, the main Māori ancestor for the area) have a shared vision. They want future generations and visitors to experience an inner city rain forest. Join descendants of Le Roys Bush for a picnic, talk and unveiling of this unique rain forest. Bookings are preferred Contact Teri Bonner: 09 486 8559 teri.bonner@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz Brought to you by Auckland Libraries, Friends of Le Roys Bush, Kaipātiki Local Board & Birkenhead Town Centre Association |
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FREE EVENT Saturday 5 to Monday 27 October 3-4 pm Charles Blomfield was born January 1848 in London, and emmigated with his family to NZ in 1862. He was attracted to the native bush and began to paint pictures of scenery and historic landscapes of the area. His most famous painting in 1875 was of the 8th wonder of the world, New Zealand's pink and white terraces. These were destroyed in 1886 by the Tarawera eruption. The self-guided walk starts at Kaimataara lookout and descends into Blomfields bush from 251 Hinemoa Street. Brought to you by Kaipātiki Local Board, Friends of Le Roys Bush, Birkenhead Library and Birkenhead Town Centre Association |
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FREE EVENING EVENTS Gypsy Jazz Trio |
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SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES Wednesday 17th April Thursday 18th April |
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SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES Tuesday 23rd-Sunday 28th Sunday 28th |
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CHRISTMAS EVENTS Book now, seats are limited! http://dutchdelight.co.nz/ Call (09) 418 1390 or call Willem on his mobile |
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You're invited to hear the stories of these historic cars directly from their owners. The members of the North Island Model A Ford Club will be parked up by Nell Fisher Reserve. Sway to the sounds of jazz as you wander through this stunning selection of cars. Be wowed by the Gin Mill Swing Dance Demo – and you can even take a lesson in the Charleston and Lindy Hop at 1pm. |
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL Dance your heart out at this event at the new Lookout! Best view in Auckland. This is your chance to learn the Charleston, the Lindy Hop and more 1920s dances. Bring along your friends and family and swing along to jazz on the new Kaimataara ō Wai Manawa Lookout, as our forebears did at Foresters Hall. Parking In Rawene Road Carpark after 3.00 pm 35 Carparks opposite the Library on Rawene Road. |
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL Foresters Hall was once the centre of all social activities in the Birkenhead village with dances, municipal bands, films and fancy dress. Discover your own fancy dress and collectables galore in Highbury's thrift shops. Be serenaded by vintage jazz as you shop, between 11am and 2pm. |
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL Local businesses and organisations dress up in the costumes of Birkenhead's golden period of commercial development during the 1920s, the Dancing Years
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL Throughout history the musicians of each era reflect the mood of a nation. Discover the feeling of the Jazz Age in Highbury, Birkenhead, as you stroll through the village or dine in. Jazz musicians will be moving progressively through the village streets and restaurants to recreate the atmosphere of the 1920s. |
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL Once the site of historic Taylors Farm, you can still bring the family and meet the farm animals including pigs, goats and sheep. A great way to see the original Clydesdale horse, the breed introduced from England by NZ Sugar. It can tow its own weight behind it – useful for the workers carrying sugar bags from the factory. |
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL Join this free guided walk down Rawene Road, past the original workers cottages. Discover the history and lives of the original sugar workers of the Chelsea Sugar Factory, established in 1884 and continuing to trade today. There will be Chelsea Sugar Factory Tours, Available from 4th November ($25 per person) |
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL Children learn the secrets of traditional baking from a master baker. There has always been a baker on Highbury Corner. Today, Ott is a destination outlet, making baked goods the traditional way. Chris Ott's family has three generations of bakers, and his recipes go back to those of his great-grandfather. A hands-on experience, where Chris will reveal how to make shortbread, along with other time-honoured treats. |
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL Butchers, bakers and candlestick makers have been in Birkenhead Village since trading began in 1927. Golden Glow Candles are approaching their 50th year in the village. Spend the afternoon in the library as Amy Paulin, the wonderful children's librarian, will inspire young ones to create their own heritage designs on a candle. |
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL Join our walking guide to hear the fascinating stories of Birkenhead Borough, from the legend of Jean Batten to industry baron Henry Haywood and jam makers Thompson and Hill. |
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL There has always been a butcher on Highbury Corner, the birthplace of Birkenhead commerce in 1927. The butchery was one of the first three shops at the commercial birthplace of Highbury, built by local businessman W H Payne. Grant Wright was an apprentice under the Stott family of original butchers, and now has a vibrant traditional butchery business himself. Children can come along and learn how to make heritage sausages.
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL He will also shed light on some of the individuals who contributed to the heritage of the areas that make up Birkenhead today. Brought to you by Birkenhead Heritage Society Inc. |
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL
The photographs feature some of the early settlers and entrepreneurs who left a legacy of buildings, street names, gardens or their unique stories recorded in local history. Brought to you by Birkenhead Heritage Society Inc. |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS For the first time in the Village we have Freight performing! Saturday morning 10-12pm at The Kaimataara O Wai Manawa Platform.
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Captain Festus McBoyle's Travellin' Variety Show |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Trixie Magic |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Walnut The Clown |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Fairy Facepainter Annabelle
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Magical Balloon Twister |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Street Fairies & Pirates |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Magical Mall Activities- Pirate Craft Thursday 19th July
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Gypsy Jazz Fred & Maila |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS Magical Library Activities |
FREE EVENING EVENTS
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FREE EVENING EVENTS Trixie Magic |
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FREE EVENING EVENTS Fairy Light Display
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FREE EVENING EVENTS Walnut The Clown |
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FREE EVENING EVENTS Gypsy Jazz Trio |
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FREE EVENING EVENTS Gypsy Mariachis |
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FREE EVENING EVENTS Gypsy Jazz Solo |
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QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY
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QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY
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MOTHERS DAY 12th & 13th May |
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ANZAC DAY PARADE |
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HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES |
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FREE VILLAGE EVENT |
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2018 UPCOMING EVENTS |
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2018 UPCOMING EVENTS |
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2018 UPCOMING FREE EVENTS |
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2018 UPCOMING FREE EVENTS |
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2018 UPCOMING FREE EVENTS |
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2018 UPCOMING FREE EVENTS |
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2018 UPCOMING FREE EVENTS |
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2018 UPCOMING FREE EVENTS |
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CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR TRADING HOURS
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CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR TRADING HOURS
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CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR TRADING HOURS
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CHRISTMAS |
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CHRISTMAS EVENTS |
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FREE EVENTS |
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ART PLUS FESTIVAL
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FREE EVENTS Come into Birkenhead Village Dress up and participate or just come in to soak up the ambiance of yesteryear over three days. On Friday 13th & Sat 14th October the Village Businesses will be dressing up to honour our unique Heritage. During the 1920's 3 buildings that still exist today were created by WH Payne and the commercial heart of the Village was born at Highbury Corner at the top of our oldest street Hinemoa- leading up from the wharf. On Saturday we will have the Clydesdale Horses and the Vintage Cars on Nell Fisher Reserve to celebrate the handover from Horse to Horse Power. Free rides, vintage jazz bands and fun for all, alongside many more Beautiful Birkenhead Heritage events. The Fredrick Morris Block (The outfit to BBC) Oborn Building (Then the WH Payne Building) Highbury Buildings (Yarntons today). |
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AUCKLAND HERITAGE FESTIVAL |
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FREE EVENTS Charles Blomfield was a noted NZ Painter whose most famous works included paintings of New Zealands the pink and white terraces - Dubbed the " 8th wonder of the world" in Rotorua before it was buried in a volcanic eruption.
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FREE EVENTS Fairy Annabelle |
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FREE EVENTS Street Fairies |
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FREE EVENTS Jolyon "Trumpet Daddy" |
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FREE DAYTIME EVENTS |
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FREE DAYTIIME EVENTS |
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ABOUT USBirkenhead Town Centre Association Inc. is a not-for-profit Incorporated Society with the objective of growing businesses in the area. We are funded by commercial ratepayers in the area.We welcome new members who are inside the targeted rate footprint and encourage them to contact us about joining. Find out more 
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