Artist Workshop Series: Weaving the World Around Us
Apr
28

Artist Workshop Series: Weaving the World Around Us

Sunday 28 April 2-4pm
FREE Event

This class with Niamh Maher will go over different weaving traditions from different cultures, including Maori (Raranga) and Irish (Basket weaving). We will learn to understand how weaving has played a part in human connectedness and joy for centuries.

Suitable for kids aged 6-12. No reservation required, but spaces will be limited and available on a first-come basis.

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Music at Midday: Achords Ukulele Group
May
11

Music at Midday: Achords Ukulele Group

Saturday 11 May, 12-1pm
Achords Ukulele Group
FREE Event

This group of senior citizens started playing ukulele together about 10 years ago. With about 18 members, they visit care homes and retirement villages to spread "sunshine". They present ANZAC music as part of a Variety Show.

We bring you an hour of free music performed by local musicians each Saturday. Check out our full line-up.

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Artist Workshop Series: Creating Images
May
19

Artist Workshop Series: Creating Images

Sunday 19 May, 2-4pm
FREE Event

Join Colombian visual artist and ceramist Catherine Guevara using clay and metal to experience a modelling clay Pendant-Making Workshop, where young artists will craft unique textures, reliefs, and prints on clay using metal wire and natural resources.

Suitable for kids aged 6-12. No reservation required, but spaces will be limited and available on a first-come basis.

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Denise Norton presents LEGENDS: Sunday Concert Series
May
19

Denise Norton presents LEGENDS: Sunday Concert Series

Sunday 19 May, 6pm
Tickets: $35 / $25 (concession)
Book Tickets

Denise Norton presents LEGENDS, her one-woman cabaret show bringing you an evening of fantastic musical numbers spanning folk, musical theatre, jazz and everything in between. Featuring music made famous by musical theatre, as well as songs from the music of Edith Piaf, Screaming Jay Hawkins and Al Cooper.

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Artist Workshop Series: Drawing Licence
May
26

Artist Workshop Series: Drawing Licence

Sunday 26 May 2-4pm
FREE Event

In this class with Lillie Balfour, we create our very own 'Drawing Licence' — made with anything but pens and traditional drawing tools! We explore needle and thread, finger painting, stickers and collage to create our licences.

Suitable for kids aged 6-12. No reservation required, but spaces will be limited and available on a first-come basis.

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Andrew Healey: Sunday Concert Series
Jul
21

Andrew Healey: Sunday Concert Series

Sunday 21 July, 6pm
Tickets: $35 / $25 (concession)
Book Tickets

Andrew Healey and his five-piece band entertain us with an evening of melodic Indie Rock as part of our Sunday Concert Series. The seasoned musician has walked a somewhat eclectic musical path over his career. He brings a selection of well-loved classic covers as well as originals from his recent album, ‘Parallel World’.

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Music at Midday: Mark Laurent & Brenda Liddiard
Apr
27

Music at Midday: Mark Laurent & Brenda Liddiard

Saturday 27 April, 12-1pm
Mark Laurent & Brenda Liddiard
FREE Event

For three decades Mark Laurent and Brenda Liddiard have been playing music together, ‘indie’ musicians who fly just below the commercial radar, playing grass-roots, mostly un-plugged music throughout New Zealand, Australia and the UK.

We bring you an hour of free music performed by local musicians each Saturday. Check out our full line-up.

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Paul McLaney: Sunday Concert Series
Apr
21

Paul McLaney: Sunday Concert Series

Sunday 21 April, 6pm
Tickets: $35 / $25 (concession)
Book Tickets

With a career spanning more than 20 years, Paul McLaney’s remarkable body of work ranges from lush string arrangements to ambient and experimental electronica - and an ever-expanding body of composition for theatre and dance. The unifying feature of all his work is that singular voice. He joins us this April as part of his ambitious national tour.

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Artist Workshop Series: Make a Zine, Make it Amazing!
Apr
21

Artist Workshop Series: Make a Zine, Make it Amazing!

Sunday 21 April, 2-4pm
FREE Event

What is a Zine? Join artist Gabbie De Baron as teaches you how to create a personal, mini, less commercial version of a magazine! Make a collection of your creative bursts into a booklet to enjoy!

Suitable for kids aged 6-12. No reservation required, but spaces will be limited and available on a first-come basis.

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Music at Midday: Jan Elliott Duo
Apr
20

Music at Midday: Jan Elliott Duo

Saturday 20 April, 12-1pm
Jan Elliott Duo
FREE Event

JAN ELLIOTT DUO brings together two fabulous guitarists. Cadzow Cossar and Jan Elliott have the magic of being able to evoke images of time and place in their music, rich in the folk storytelling genre, weaving beautiful sounds to enrich your day.

We bring you an hour of free music performed by local musicians each Saturday. Check out our full line-up.

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Slow Art Day: Lovers & Castaways
Apr
13

Slow Art Day: Lovers & Castaways

Sunday 13 April
FREE Event

Did you know the average visitor looks at an artwork for less than 30 seconds? This annual global event is on a mission to help more people discover the joy of looking at and learning to appreciate art.

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Artist Workshop Series: Creating Images
Mar
24

Artist Workshop Series: Creating Images

Sunday 24 March, 2-4pm
FREE Event

Join practising artist Cindel Vlietman as we create a personal picture to frame and adorn your room from the ready-made images from books and magazines. Guided with techniques to use the imagination, our young artists can discover the endless potential of photographs and text.

Suitable for kids aged 6-12. No reservation required, but spaces will be limited and available on a first-come basis.

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Māpura Studios Panel Discussion: Art as an Agent of Change
Mar
20

Māpura Studios Panel Discussion: Art as an Agent of Change

Wednesday 20 March, 6-8pm
FREE Event

Māpura Studios have assembled a panel of experts to challenge the structural forces and imperatives that tell us who matters, and who doesn't matter, in our society. And whether, in fact, art matters.

Including Peter Feeney, Madeleine Chapman, Jeanine Clarkin, Jeremy Mayall and Philip Clarke.

All Welcome. There will be a NZSL interpreter at the event.

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Music at Midday: Composer & Pianist
Mar
16

Music at Midday: Composer & Pianist

Saturday 16 March 12-1pm
Michael Bell
FREE Event

Pianist Michael Bell brings us a wide range of styles, including Byrd, Pachelbel, Bach, Mozart, Harold Arlen, Beatles, Elton John and some of his own compositions. He currently shares organ duties at St Luke’s Presbyterian and is the resident organist and music teacher at Kings School in Remuera.

We bring you an hour of free music performed by local musicians each Saturday. Check out our full line-up.

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Music at Midday: Opera & Piano from Europe & Japan
Mar
9

Music at Midday: Opera & Piano from Europe & Japan

Saturday 9 March, 12-1pm
Yuko Takahashi & Setsuko Strang
FREE Event

Yuko and Setsuko's programme will include songs and arias from Italy, France, Spain and Japan, by Rossini, Puccini, De Falla, and the Japanese composers Yamada and Nakada. Setsuko will play a piano solo by Poulenc.

We bring you an hour of free music performed by local musicians each Saturday. Check out our full line-up.

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Music at Midday: Piano Duet
Mar
2

Music at Midday: Piano Duet

Saturday 2 March, 12-1pm
Annabel Yu & Floria Lu
FREE Event

Talented piano duo Annabel and Floria are both graduates with master's degrees in music from the University of Auckland. With years of experience performing together, they have garnered numerous prizes for their exquisite classical piano duets, captivating audiences in Auckland and beyond with their harmonious melodies and shared passion for classical music.

We bring you an hour of free music performed by local musicians each Saturday. Check out our full line-up.

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Artist Workshop Series: Creating Creatures
Feb
25

Artist Workshop Series: Creating Creatures

Sunday 25 February, 2-4pm
FREE Event

Join Luff exhibiting artist Georgia Arnold as she shares her playful approach to drawing and sculpture. Explore imaginative drawing techniques that will inspire the creation of your own airdry clay sculptures.

Suitable for kids aged 6-12. No reservation required, but spaces will be limited and available on a first-come basis.

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More Than Just: Artist Talk with Matilda Gold (R18)
Feb
22

More Than Just: Artist Talk with Matilda Gold (R18)

Thursday 22 February, 10am-11am
FREE Event

Join artist Matilda Gold in conversation with Matthew Wood where she discusses her exhibition, More Than Just which unfolds as a celebration of resilience, individuality, and the right to self-expression. Please note this event is R18: themes of sexuality will be discussed. No registration required.

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NZTrio: Groove Café
Feb
18

NZTrio: Groove Café

Sunday 18 February, 7pm
Tickets: $22.50 - $45 (plus fees)
Book Tickets

Join NZTrio for a refreshing 1 hour summer concert. Prepare yourself to be whirled away in this toe-tapping journey through quirky rhythms, vibrant city nightlife, and the colourful spectrum of jazz.

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Artist Workshop Series: Foil Fantasy
Feb
18

Artist Workshop Series: Foil Fantasy

Sunday 18 February, 2-4pm
FREE Event

Join local artist Freya Burnett as we live the foil fantasy and create tiny, shiny landscapes.

Suitable for kids aged 6-12. No reservation required, but spaces will be limited and available on a first-come basis.

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POCKET MARKET: Japan+New Zealand Creators Market
Feb
18

POCKET MARKET: Japan+New Zealand Creators Market

Sunday 18 February , 10am—3pm
FREE Entry

J+N Creators Market returns to Pah Homestead with creative wares made in Japan and New Zealand – crafts, ceramics, plants, flowers, homeware, clothing, hats, accessories, jewellery, bags, Japanese tea & sweets, and more! Held in collaboration with Wonder Journal.

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Luff: Artist Talk with Finn Ferrier
Feb
11

Luff: Artist Talk with Finn Ferrier

Sunday 11 February, 10am-11am
FREE Event

Join artist Finn Ferrier where he will be discussing his rope objects in Luff. Ferrier will talk about the materiality of rope and how it has influenced this current series of works. No registration required.

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Maker’s Market at Pah Homestead
Feb
11

Maker’s Market at Pah Homestead

Sunday 11 February, 10am—2.30pm
FREE Entry

The Maker’s Market at Pah Homestead returns this February! With stalls from local artists, makers and small businesses, this is a great opportunity to support local and pick up handcrafted, unique goods.

Free parking on-site and dogs are most welcome.
Limited eftpos - bring cash.

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Luff: Curator Talk
Dec
6

Luff: Curator Talk

Wednesday 6 December, 11am
FREE Event

Join Cat Fooks, the curator of our current major exhibition lʌf as she talks about the process of selecting the works on display, guided by the idea of the four seasons. No registration required.

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Maker’s Market at Pah Homestead
Dec
3

Maker’s Market at Pah Homestead

Sunday 3 December, 10am—2.30pm
FREE Entry

The annual Maker’s Market at Pah Homestead returns this December! With stalls from local artists, makers and small businesses, this is a great opportunity to support local and pick up handcrafted, unique goods.

Free parking on-site and dogs are most welcome.
Limited eftpos - bring cash.

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Artist Workshop Series: Mexican Cardboard Mask Workshop
Nov
26

Artist Workshop Series: Mexican Cardboard Mask Workshop

Sunday 26 November, 2-4pm
FREE Event

Join us for a creative workshop inspired by Mexican culture. Dive into the world of Mexican handcrafts with artist Bebay Gonzalez to create unique layered masks using recycled cardboard scraps.

Suitable for kids aged 6-12. No reservation required, but spaces will be limited and available on a first-come basis.

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Artist Workshop Series: Create a Pop-Up Art Gallery
Nov
12

Artist Workshop Series: Create a Pop-Up Art Gallery

Sunday 12 November, 2-4pm
FREE Event

Create a mini pop-up art gallery in the form of a letter with artist Kiki Hall. Write to someone in the future, cut out mini artworks from current Pah Homestead shows or draw your own, decorate with colourful cards to make a tiny exhibition. Then date it and pop it away for the future you to open!

Suitable for kids aged 6-12. No reservation required, but spaces will be limited and available on a first-come basis.

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