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Wednesday, 01 November 2006
Hunter’s Garden Marlborough 1st – 6th November. For more information on garden tours, workshops etc see www.garden-marlborough.com
AAPNZ Monthly Function Association of Administrative Professionals NZ - Marlborough. Held at NMIT Staff Room 5.30pm. Topic - "Open Forum" Contact Elaine 578 4331
Marlborough Floral Art Group Club Day meets 1st Wednesday of every month for Floral Art held at the Senior Citizens Hall, High Street, Blenheim.10.15am. For more info phone Margaret 5781015 or Anne 5786269.
Marlborough Folk Music Society Gerry Paul & Tola Custy at Boathouse Theatre , 7.30 pm. Tickets available at Ken Ham`s Music Works, Tan`s Place and at the door on the night. Contact 578 3324
Riversdale 50-Plus Games Afternoon 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Riversdale Community House. 2pm - 4pm. Bring your favourite games. Gold coin donation, afternoon tea.
Strollercise Exercising with other parents & caregivers with babies in buggies, prams, strollers etc. Meet at Pollard Park (by the playground) at 10am, 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month (except on public holidays). Anyone who has a baby in a buggie, pram, stroller & wants to do
exercise with other like-minded individuals can have fun at no cost!! This programme is supported by Blenheim Central Plunket.
Wider Horizons Toastmasters Club learn the art of Public Speaking Techniques. Builds self esteem and confidence. Held the 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday of the month at Mercy Room, St Mary’s, Maxwell Road, Blenheim 9.30am - 11.30am. Contact Viv 578 1610.
Marlborough Electronic Organ & Keyboard Club Keyboard group get together, Wednesday afternoons at members homes. Social afternoons to promote music and understanding electronic keyboards. Ph Doug for more information 577 9035 or Renee 577 9902.

Thursday, 02 November 2006
Blenheim Senior Citizens Club Meeting at Senior Citizens Hall, High Street, 2pm. Phone Harry 578 8786 for more info. All welcome.
Marlborough Volleyball's Thursday Night League Term 4 , 2006. A,B,C & Social Grades - Anchor Stadium 2000 from 6pm.Contact Richard : 578 7115 or 021 636151
Model Vehicle Club Marlborough Branch Meets first Thursday of the month 7.30 pm, at Wesley Centre, 3 Henry street. Contact Warren (Secretary) 578 4381, Richard (Treasurer) 578 4088
St John Workplace First Aid Course – Kaikoura. Refresher . To book please contact Kaikoura Training Centre 578 0797

Friday, 03 November 2006
Blenheim Stroke Club meet fortnightly on a Friday at St Marys Hall. Contact Brian 578 8370.
Marlborough Creative Fibre Guild 3rd - 5th November at St Andrews Church, at Henry street. Display of weaving and felting by local fibre workers. 9.30 am - 5 pm
Marlborough Volleyball's Junior Spikers League & Tasman Kiwi Volley Kiwi Volley Friday's at 3.30pm and Junior Spikers at 4.30pm held at Anchor Stadium 2000. Kiwi Volley Organiser Nicolette Ph: 579 1591 or 021 792998. Junior Spikers Organiser Alana Ph: 578 1358 or 027 4616967.
St Christopher's Good Will Centre St Christopher's Hall, Redwoodtown, 9am - 12noon, selling pre-loved clothes, bric'a'brac etc. Contact: Beth 578 7183 or Marjory 578 8889.

Live @ Lansdowne Youth Concert 4pm – 7.30pm at Lansdowne Park. 12-20 years only. Tickets $5, available from local secondary schools, HQ Youth Centre and Toptown Cinema 3. No Gate Sales. Come along to see the Youth Rock Challenge featuring New Zealand band 48 May
Eastern States Speedway Fun for the whole family. Starts at 7.00 pm. Contact Alice 577 7401 or Tim 027 5547448
Kaituna - Blenheim Rifle Club At the Kaituna Rifle Range at 1pm. Shooting for the Freeth Cup over 600 yards. Contact John 570 5485
Marlborough Embroiderers Guild Held 1st Saturday and 3rd Monday Evening of the month 7.30-10pm at the St.Johns Building, Seymour St. Further details contact Kae 578 9463
Marlborough Mountain Safety Up and Coming course – Mount Angelus Alpine and Camping 4-5th November. For more info ph 578 5841
Old Time Dance Held at Tuamarina Hall 8pm - midnight. Supper Provided. Great Music by 'Janet's Old Time Dance Band'. $10 per head. Any further info phone Bill 570 2212
Redwood Market Visit the Redwood Market EVERY SATURDAY between 8am and noon to purchase your plants, fruit, vegetables, arts, crafts and flowers and help your community.
The Story Hour at Centrepoint Mall 1st & 3rd Saturdays 10.30am - 11.30am. Come and hear a story teller: enjoy stories, puppets and imagination with your young children.

Hunter’s Garden Marlborough - Garden Fete Seymour Square, 10am – 4pm. Over two hundred stalls selling art, crafts, food, drink, furniture … and lot’s more! A great day out for the whole family.
Blenheim Riverside Railway Train leaves Bayshaw Park Stn at 1.45pm, 3pm and 4.15pm for Beaver Stn. Return trip up to 1 hour. Fare Adults $6 and Children $3. Enquiries to Dave 578 9442 or John 578 1621.
Marlborough Kart Club Herkt-Marlborough Kart Raceway. Club race day on the 1st Sunday every month, starts at 12pm till 5pm. We have a Café in our Club room with free entry and parking available. We are at Wither Road extension just before theTransfer Station. For further information visit www.marlboroughkartclub.co.nz
Marlborough Museum A History of Marlborough At War, from Cook to WWII at the Marlborough Museum Ph.: 578 1712.
Rarangi Beach Bazaar Heaps of wonderful crafts on sale by talented local crafts people. Food and refreshments available. Fire Station Community Room, Rarangi Beach Road, 10am - 4pm.
Summer Tri-Du series 2006-2007 Blenheim Physiotherapy & Spokesman Cycles proudly present the Summer Series. Triathlons & Duathlons of various distances available. Registration (9am), start and finish: Paddy Barry`s car park. Contact Rene 570 5900.
Train Rides Miniature locomotives hauling passenger wagons providing train rides for young & old.1st and 3rd Sundays at the Club Ground, Brayshaw
Park, 1 - 4pm. Tickets: $1 adults & children. Associated Modellers Society, Also at the pond, come along and have a look at remote control yachts and boats. Trains contact Don 578 4925 and Boats John 579 3315 Radio Controlled Aircraft info Neal 578 9456 or Dave 578 7362.
Monday, 06 November 2006
50 Plus Walking Group Walks leave the Nativity Church Car Park at 10am on Mondays, Wither Hills. Bring Lunch. Contact Joan 578 1922 or Ivy 578 1149
Advanced Indian Cooking Class Learn to cook the exotic way, every Monday for 4 weeks, beginning Monday 6 November, 6.00pm - 9.00pm. For bookings & further information contact Chandrima Mukherjee 578 4486.
Blenheim Garden Club Meets 1st Monday of the month for Garden Tours etc. New members welcome. For more info phone Pat 578 9954
Blenheim Indoor Sports Centre Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 2pm casual sports of Indoor Netball, Cricket, Soccer, Dodge Ball, Tennis and there is a Pool Table. So why not get a group together and call us to book. Phone 578 485. We are also available for Birthday Parties.
Blenheim Olympic Tae Kwon Do Club Meet Mondays and Wednesdays 6pm - 7pm for Juniors and 7pm - 8.30pm for Adults held at Redwoodtown School Hall, Cleghorn St. With FIRST MONTH FREE. For more details phone Helen 577 6603.

Tuesday, 07 November 2006
Senior Citizens Concert with Paul Fletcher – 1pm at the Wesley Centre. $2 entry. To reserve seats and for more information contact Casey 5778935
Twinkles – Music and movement for Babies – Held every Tuesday, 10-10.30 am at the Picton Plunket rooms in Wellington street. Bring along your baby or crawler for $3. Contact Ingrid 573 9164.
Brayshaw Park Spinners Meet every Tuesday at Beavertown Hall, Brayshaw Park, 10am - 2pm for more information contact Nola 578 2380 or Lyne on 570 2072
Brooklyn Croquet Club Welcomes new members. Club days are as follows: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, all play starts at 1.00pm on these days. For more info contact Miriam on 578 7688 or Joan on 579 1213
Book Launch by Author and International Speaker - Picton Library 7.30pm - 9.00pm. Clare Mann, Psychologist and author of 3 books, will be presenting her book The Myths of Life and The Choices We Have, a personal change self-help book. Wine and Nibbles. Bookings Essential: Tel 03 520 3200
Marlborough Basketball Mini Ball for 6, 7 & 8 year olds and Summer League Basketball continue at Stadium 2000. Starting with Mini ball 3:45, finishing 4:30. For further information contact marlboroughbasketball@gmail.com
Marlborough Bridge Club President`s Pairs , Club Nights: Tuesday 7.20pm, contact: Bev 579 3990 Wednesday Social Bridge, 1.20pm. Thursday 7.20pm. Held at the Clubrooms, 56 Maxwell Rd. The 1st Friday of the month there is a Teams game. All Welcome. Contact Kay 578 7026 or Harold 577 5205
Marlborough Ostomy Society Meets bi-monthly on the 1st Tuesday of the month 1.45pm at St Andrews Church Hall, Henry Street, Blenheim. For more information contact Alison 578 4359.
Marlborough Search and Rescue Training nights held the first Tuesday of each month at Emergency Operations Centre, Wither Rd Extension at 7:30pm . Visitors and interested parties most welcome. For more information contact Linda 577 5000 or Malcolm 5722 556.
RSA Entertainment Group Meets every Monday morning at the Blenehim Workingmens Club, Wynen St, Blenheim. For more information and times contact Trevor 578 7215. New members most welcome.
St John Workplace First Aid Course Workplace First Aid certificate or equilivant certificate from any provider, which has a 2 year expiry date. 7 and 8 November. (16 Hours) To book please contact Melanie 578 0797 or email: melanie.simpson@stjohn.org.nz

Wednesday, 08 November 2006
Senior Citizens Concert with Paul Fletcher – 1pm at the Wesley Centre. $2 entry. To reserve seats and for more information contact Casey 5778935
Blenheim Olympic Tae Kwon Do Club Meet Mondays and Wednesdays 6pm - 7pm for Juniors and 7pm - 8.30pm for Adults held at Redwoodtown School Hall, Cleghorn St. With FIRST MONTH FREE. For more details phone Helen 577 6603.
Dillons Point Community Play Group 2a Dillons Point Road - Wednesdays Only - 9.30 - 12noon. $1 per child. Morning tea provided. Contact Rochelle 027 6998672
Kindy Gym held at the Blenheim Gymnastics Club, Opawa St extension every Wednesday 1.30 - 2.30pm and Thursday 10.45am - noon. Under 2yrs $1 and Over 2yrs $2. Contact Maureen 578 6434.
Marlborough District Rose Society New members most welcome to join us at 7.30pm. Every 2nd Wednesday of the month held at Senior Citizens Hall, High St, Blenheim. For further info phone Jackie 578 0016.
Marlborough Tramping Club Day trips every Wednesday & Sunday, occasional weekend trips. All grades. Visitors welcome. Bookings essential. For enquiries please phone Mary on 572 8762 or mjsrusty@xtra.co.nz.
REAP Marlborough Presents Local shellfish the Italian way :Piero and Barbara Rocco, Wednesday,7 -9pm, venue TBC, $40/p. Phone Reap for more information: 578-7848
Red Cross First Aid Training Course - Revalidation Comprehensive First Aid (CFA) 16 hour course, learning adult and child basic life support. $120 pp, 8, 9 November. 33 Redwood St. Workbook & NZQA credits. Phone Wendy 578 6134 to register.
Thursday, 09 November 2006
Blenheim Doll & Teddy Collectors Club meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at 7.30pm. Contact: Janet 573 6330 or Barbara 578 7574 for venue details
COPD Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Exercise and Support Group. Meets 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. 1.30 pm at the Wesley Centre Henry St. Contact Donna 578-9886
M & M's - Music and Movement for preschoolers & caregivers, every Thursday morning (during term), Elim Centre Hall, Burleigh Rd. TWO Sessions 9.30am - 10.15 and 10.30-11.45am music, then morning tea & playtime. Cost $2 per child. Contact Lorraine Tel: 577 9194
Marlborough Camera Club meet the 2nd Thursday of every month. 7.30pm at the St Mary's Parish Centre, Maxwell Road. New members welcome for club competitions, workshops, field trips and new photographic experiences. Contact Roger 578 3185 or Maureen 578 5594
Waterlea Bowling Club. Brooklyn Drive. Open Mixed Triples. Start 9.30 am. Contact Aileen Ph: 578 4730 or Lorna Ph: 578 5656

Friday, 10 November 2006
Marlborough Mountain Safety Up and Coming course – Womans Wilderness Extension. 10-11th November. For more info ph 578 5841
Riverlands - School Centenary 10th-12th November 2006 School Road, Blenheim Friday 10th Open school, Wine and Cheese. Contact : Trish 577-8826
Marlborough Volleyball's Junior Spikers League & Tasman Kiwi Volley Kiwi Volley Friday's at 3.30pm and Junior Spikers at 4.30pm held at Anchor Stadium 2000. Kiwi Volley Organiser Nicolette Ph: 579 1591 or 021 792998. Junior Spikers Organiser Alana Ph: 578 1358 or 027 4616967.

Riverlands - School Centenary at School Road, Blenheim. Saturday Photos, unveiling plaque planting the time capsule
Evening: Dinner and Social evening, Contact : Trish 577-8826
Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Market Every Saturday, 8am - 12noon, at the Railway Station Carpark, Grove Rd. Contact: John 578 3918 or Doug 578 5854. A Rotary Club of Blenheim Project.
St John Workplace First Aid Course - Refresher (8 hours) This course is designed to revalidate the Workplace First Aid certificate or equilivant certificate from any provider, which has a 2 year expiry date. It ensures participants update and refresh their first aid knowledge and practical skills. To book please contact Melanie 578 0797 or email: melanie.simpson@stjohn.org.nz

Sunday, 12 November 2006
Blenheim Bonsai Kai Appreciate the ancient art of Bonsai. Learn from NZ most experienced teacher how to create your own! Visitors are made welcome to our small friendly group. Come along between 2-4pm to No. 7 Hale Street Phone Dave 577 8679
Blenheim Pony Club hold their monthly rallies on the second Sunday of each month, commencing at 10am saddled. This months rally will include instruction on clipping and Cross Country training in the afternoon. New members are most welcome. The Pony Club grounds are located in New Renwick Road, opposite Carters. For further info contact Carmen 578 2283
John's Patch Story Room is a free community programme for children. A fun filled session of stories, games, crafts and activities. Held at the Wesley Centre. Come and join us Sunday mornings 10-11.30. Ph Roxy Ph 578 3282
Marlborough Electronic Organ & Keyboard Club Keyboard group get together, Monthly meetings at members homes at 1.45pm. To promote enjoyment and appreciation of music. Ph Doug for more information 577 9035 or Renee 577 9902.
Marlborough Kennel Assoc Ribbon Parade Held at Omaka Club Grounds. Entries taken from 10.30am and Judging 11am. For further details please ph Sandra 572 7228.
Olde Mill House - Bicycle Hire in Renwick Bike Hire $25 per day, $20 per half day or $7 per hour. Helmets, water bottles, baskets, locks and maps provided. Complimentary use of cycles for guests. Operated from Olde Mill House B & B, 9 Wilson Street, Renwick. www.oldemillhouse.co.nz Phone 572 8458.
Riverland Country Fair – Centenary 10th-12th November 2006 School Road, Centenary Fair celebrating 100 years and farewell. Contact : Trish 577-8826

Monday, 13 November 2006
50 Plus Walking Group Walks leave the Nativity Church Car Park at 10am on Mondays. Dillons Pt - Swamp road. Bring morning tea. Contact Joan 578 1922 or Ivy 578 1149
Blenheim Scottish Country Dancing Every Monday, Old School Hall, Springlands School, Murphys Road, 7.30pm. Contact: Pat 578 4793 or Pamela on 574 2468
Junior Music Circle AGM & Prize giving, Performers and their families/friends are invited to join in at 7pm in St Andrews Church, 5 Henry St, Blenheim. For more info ph Mike 578 3948 or Katrina 579 4491.
Marlborough Community Potters Club night 7 - 9pm. New members & beginners welcome. For more info ph Wendy 578 8881 or Rita 574 2176
Marlborough Road Safety Council Meets 2nd Monday of month, 7.30 pm. NEW MEETING PLACE : WESELY CENTRE, HENRY STREET. Contact Geoff 578 8143
U. 3.A (Third Age of Learning) Meets monthly at The Salvation Army Hall, George St at 2pm. There are Study Groups meeting at various times. Contact Charles 572 9548 or Rennie 578 8735.

Tuesday, 14 November 2006
Evening Spinning Group Fortnightly every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month. Starts at 7pm. Bobbin Cottage (Beavertown Hall), Brayshaw Park. Contact Pam 577 7442
Arthritis NZ Social Group meets on 2nd Tuesday of the month. Wesley Centre, Henry St 2pm. Phone Helen 578 2663.
Marlborough Bridge Club Dorothy Brown Cup (H) , Club Nights: Tuesday 7.20pm, contact :Bev 579 3990 Wednesday Social Bridge, 1.20pm. Non Bridge Club members welcome. Contact Carol 577 7199. Thursday 7.20pm, contact Harold 577 5205. Held at the Clubrooms, 56 Maxwell Rd. The 1st
Friday of the month there is a Teams game. Contact Kay 578 7026.
Marlborough Museum At Brayshaw Park. Open Daily 10am - 4pm. Information & Enquires 578 1712
Renwick Plunket Playgroup Held at Renwick Playcentre, 26 Havelock Street, Renwick. 9.30am-12midday. $1 Plunket donation per family. Under 2's welcome. Morning tea for children and Tea/Coffee provided for parents/caregivers. Contact Shelly 572 5422.
Riversdale 50-Plus Group End-of-year Barbecue at the Community House,11.30 am-2pm
Sunbelt Speakers Toastmasters Club Learn Public Speaking techniques with confidence. Meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday 7.30 - 9.30pm at St. Ninians Lounge, 1 Riley Crescent. Contact Carolyn 579 5582
Waterlea Bowling Club. Brooklyn Drive. Open Mixed Triples. Start 9.30 am. Contact Aileen Ph: 578 4730 or Lorna Ph: 578 5656

Wednesday, 15 November 2006
Mainly Music to be held at the Renwick Anglican Hall, High St, Renwick. Starts 9-30am. Every Wednesday (except school holidays) Further info Lynda 572 8850
Riversdale 50-Plus Games Afternoon 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Riversdale Community House. 2pm - 4pm. Bring your favourite games. Gold coin donation, afternoon tea.
St John Workplace First Aid Course – Kaikoura 15 , 22 November - This certificated course is designed for persons over the age of 15 who want a general knowledge of First Aid, or are to be appointed as a designated First Aider in the workplace. This course is approved by OSH - NZQA unit standards, 6400, 6401 & 6402. To book please contact Kaikoura Training Centre 578 0797
Strollercise Exercising with other parents & caregivers with babies in buggies, prams, strollers etc. Meet at Pollard Park (by the playground) at 10am,
every 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month (except on public holidays). Anyone who has a baby in a buggie, pram, stroller & wants to do
exercise with other like-minded individuals can have fun at no cost!! This programme is supported by Blenheim Central Plunket.

Thursday, 16 November 2006
Blenheim Senior Citizens Club Meeting at Senior Citizens Hall, High Street, 2pm. Phone Harry 5788786 for more info. All welcome.
Marlborough Porcelain Artists Meet 10am - 4pm every 2nd, 3rd & 4th Thursday of the month. 2nd Thursday at Plunket Rooms, Bythel Street. 3rd, 4th & 5th Thursday Nativity Church Hall. For further details contact June 578 8891or Marjorie 577 7015.
Red Cross First Aid Training Course – Revalidation Refresher course to update certificates issued by any provider (certificates expired less than 3 months). 9am - 5pm, 33 Redwood St. Workbook & NZQA credits. Phone Wendy 578 6134 to register.
Redwoodtown Social Badminton Every Thursday 9am - 12 noon held at Anchor Stadium 2000. Ph Lynne 572 8201.
St Andrews Church Service & Luncheon Service at St Andrews Church, Henry St, 11.15am followed by luncheon. All welcome.

Marlborough 4 Fun’s ‘Pets Day Out’ – Nativity Church from 10.30am. Beginning with a Blessing of the Animals by Arch Deacon Richard Ellena followed by the Pet Expo – stalls, demonstrations by Police Dogs, best dressed pet competition and lots more. All animals welcome so come along!
Brooklyn Croquet Club welcomes new members. Club days are as follows: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, all play starts @1.00pm on these days. For more info contact Miriam on 578 7688 or Joan on 579 1213
Kaituna - Blenheim Rifle Club At the Kaituna Rifle Range at 1pm. Shooting over 300,500 and 600yards for the Ruby Lambert Memorial Cup. Contact John 570 5485
Marlborough Car Club Rallysprint Marlborough/Nelson Gulch Road at Ward, Peggioh road closed - 8am till 6pm .Doc & Scrut at Blenheim Testing Station Friday night 17 Nov from 6pm till 6.30 pm. For more details phone Dave 572 9072.
Redwood Market Visit the Redwood Market EVERY SATURDAY between 8am and noon to purchase your plants, fruit, vegetables, arts, crafts and flowers and help your community.
St John Workplace First Aid Course Workplace First Aid certificate or equilivant certificate from any provider, which has a 2 year expiry date. 18 and 25 November(16 Hours) To book please contact Melanie 578 0797 or email: melanie.simpson@stjohn.org.nz
The Story Hour at Centrepoint Mall 1st & 3rd Saturdays 10.30am - 11.30am. Come and hear a story teller: enjoy stories, puppets and imagination with your young children.
Seddon Family Fun Day 11:30am-3:30pm ,live music, games, rides, entertainment, food and drink. A free MountainView CLC community event.
For more info Ph:5757271

A service remembering 2.30pm at St Andrew's Church cnr Henry and Alfred Streets
A short quiet service in which we remember our loved ones who have died. Phone the office: 578 7119 or Johanna: 579 1164 for more information.
Beachcomber Cruises Sunday Run out to Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary for 30 minutes then on to a stop at Ship Cove followed by a leisurely cruise back to Picton via the Queen Charlotte Sound, departing at 1.30 Sunday. Bookings on 0800 624526
Blenheim Riverside Railway Train leaves Bayshaw Park Stn at 1.45pm, 3pm and 4.15pm for Beaver Stn. Return trip up to 1 hour. Fare Adults $6 and Children $3. Enquiries to Dave 578 9442 or John 578 1621.
Marlborough Farmer`s Market BACK AGAIN FOR THE SUMMER! Open 19th November 9-12 noon. Rain or Shine A&P Showgrounds, Alabama Road Entrance Contact : Tina 579 3599
Rock & Mineral Club Meets every Sunday up at their rooms at Brayshaw Park. For further info please phone Jack 578 2795
Train Rides Miniature locomotives hauling passenger wagons providing train rides for young & old.1st and 3rd Sundays at the Club Ground, Brayshaw
Park, 1 - 4pm. Tickets: $1 adults & children. Associated Modellers Society, Also at the pond, come along and have a look at remote control yachts and boats. Trains contact Don 578 4925 and Boats John 579 3315 Radio Controlled Aircraft info Neal 578 9456 or Dave 578 7362.
Welsh Kiwis meet at a local Hotel on the 3rd Sunday of the month from 2pm. Everyone welcome. Ph Andrew & Carol 572 8248,

Monday, 20 November 2006
50 Plus Walking Group At 10am on Mondays. Wakamarina. Bring lunch. Contact Joan 578 1922 or Ivy 578 1149
Marlborough Poultry Pigeon and Cage Bird Club meets every 3rd Monday at 7pm at the Pigeon Club Rooms, Dillons Point Road. Ph Sunny 578 6042
Marlborough Stamp Collectors Club Meetings are held every third Monday of the month at 7.30pm at 25 Alfred St. After the meeting - a guest speaker or whatever activity is organised. 20th November we have an Auction on site. So come along to bid for some cheap deals. For further details ph. Louise 577 6166
Weavers Group meet 3rd Monday of the month at 7.30pm @ Beavertown Hall, Brayshaw Park. For more info contact Win on 578 9502 or Lesley on 577 6141
Witherlea Indoor Bowls Held every Monday 7pm at the Witherlea School Hall. New members welcome. Contact Joy 577 6191.

Tuesday, 21 November 2006
Marlborough Basketball Mini Ball for 6, 7 & 8 year old and Summer League Basketball continue at Stadium 2000. Starting with Mini ball 3:45, finishing 4:30. For further information contact marlboroughbasketball@gmail.com
Marlborough Bridge Club Dorothy Brown Cup (H) , Club Nights: Tuesday 7.20pm, contact Bev 579 3990 Wednesday Social Bridge, 1.20pm. Non Bridge Club members welcome. Contact Carol 577 7199. Thursday 7.20pm, contact Harold 577 5205. Held at the Clubrooms, 56 Maxwell Rd. The 1st
Friday of the month there is a Teams game. Contact Kay 578 7026.
Marlborough Film Society To be held at Brayshaw Park at 7.30pm The Movie: Brother`s Keeper.
New Zealand Society of Genealogists Blenheim Branch meetings are held in the Beavertown Hall, Brayshaw Park, Off New Renwick Road at 7.30pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month February through to November. Branch Convenor : Alan Harris Ph.:578-7061
St John Workplace First Aid Course - Refresher (8 hours) This course is designed to revalidate the Workplace First Aid certificate or equilivant certificate from any provider, which has a 2 year expiry date. It ensures participants update and refresh their first aid knowledge and practical skills. 8 hours. To book please contact Melanie 578 0797 or email: melanie.simpson@stjohn.org.nz

Thursday, 23 November 2006
Blenheim Indoor Sports Centre Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 2pm casual sports of Indoor Netball, Cricket, Soccer, Dodge Ball. Tennis and there is a Pool Table. So why not get a group together and call us to book. Phone 578 485. We are also available for Birthday Parties.
COPD Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Exercise and Support Group. Meets 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. 1.30 pm at the Wesley Centre Henry St. Contact Donna 578-9886
Marlborough Horticultural Society Summer Rose Show At St Christopher`s Hall, Redwoodtown. Open and novice Roses, miscellaneous cut flowers, house plants, cactus, succulents, fruit and vegetables. Entries close with show secretary Peter Peterson at 8 pm tonight. Exhibits to be staged from 7pm Friday 24 November. Entries are open to anyone, new exhibitors are very welcome. Show schedules available from show secretary.
Marlborough Museum At Brayshaw Park. Open Daily 10am - 4pm. Information & Enquires 578 1712

Saturday, 25 November 2006
Blenheim Choral Society – ‘It`s a Musical World’ Saturday 25th November 7.30 pm, Sunday 26th November 2pm.Wesley Centre Henry Street. Bookings, Blenheim Book World 67 Market street. Featuring a truly varied selection of songs including well loved Christmas items. Conductors: Tessa Parker, David Poswillo, Steve Austin
Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Market Every Saturday, 8am - 12noon, at the Railway Station Carpark, Grove Rd. Contact: John 578 3918 or Doug 578 5854. A Rotary Club of Blenheim Project.
Kaituna - Blenheim Rifle Club At the Kaituna Rifle Range at 1pm. Shooting over 900 yards for the McFarlane Cup. Contact John 570 5485
Marlborough Horticultural Society Summer Rose Show At St Christopher`s Hall, Redwoodtown 9am-4.30 pm. Entry: Adults $2, children and members FREE

Open Day At Marlborough SPCA , Foxes Island, Renwick
11.00am till 4.00 pm Animal education – teaching responsible pet ownership, dog obedience
Guess the weight of the pig Contest, dress as your favourite animal Contest
Dog grooming, jumble Sale tables, sausage Sizzle and refreshments. DONATIONS greatfully accepted.
Blenheim Croquet Club Association Croquet- Monday morning 9.30 am, Wednesday 12.45 , Saturday 12.45. Golf croquet - Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday at 1.15 pm. Contact Bob 578 9740 or Alison 578 7820. Lawns at Pollard Park - Parker street
Blenheim Western Riding Club Join us for our club days. Held on the last Sunday of each Month. We welcome all horses, all disciplines for Western/Natural Horsemanship training. Gold coin donation for the arena upkeep. We are in the "bowl" behind the RDA, entry off Maxwell RD/Hospital Road intersection. Become a member for future prospects of showing and youth opportunities. Contact Clare Grant, Secretary, 570 5860
Queen Charlotte Lion`s FETE At Nelson Square in Picton. 10am-4pm.Bouncy Castle, Face Painting. Many and various stalls. Proudly organised by Queen Charlotte Lions. Contact Joyce 573 795 or Gwenda 573 6989
John's Patch Story Room is a free community programme for children. A fun filled session of stories, games, crafts and activities. Held at the Wesley Centre. Come and join us Sunday mornings 10am - 11.30am. Roxy Ph 578 3282
Marlborough Car Club Motorkhana. MCC grounds, 12.30 pm doc, 1 pm start. $10 per driver.
Marlborough Farmer`s Market 9-12 noon. Rain or Shine A&P Showgrounds, Alabama Road Entrance Contact : Tina 579 3599
Marlborough Museum ‘The Armed Camp in WW II’ at the Marlborough Museum Ph.: 578 1712.
Beachcomber Cruises Sunday Run out to Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary for 30 minutes then on to a stop at Ship Cove followed by a leisurely cruise back to Picton via the Queen Charlotte Sound. Departs at 1.30pm Sunday. Bookings on 0800 624526

Tuesday, 28 November 2006
Blenheim Croquet Club Association Croquet- Monday morning 9.30am, Wednesday 12.45pm, Saturday 12.45pm. Golf croquet - Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday at 1.15pm. Contact Bob 578 9740 or Alison 578 7820. Lawns at Pollard Park - Parker street
Marlborough Basketball Mini Ball for 6, 7 & 8 year old and Summer League Basketball continue at Stadium 2000. Starting with Mini ball 3:45, finishing 4:30. For further information contact marlboroughbasketball@gmail.com
Marlborough Bridge Club Dorothy Brown Cup (H) , Club Nights: Tuesday 7.20pm, contact :Bev 579 3990 Wednesday Social Bridge, 1.20pm. Non Bridge Club members welcome. Contact Carol 577 7199. Thursday 7.20pm, contact Harold 577 5205. Held at the Clubrooms, 56 Maxwell Rd. The 1st
Friday of the month there is a Teams game. Contact Kay 578 7026.
Marlborough Herb Society Meets every 4th Tuesday. PLEASE NOTE: NEW VENUE The Natual Healing Practice, 44 David Street. New Members welcome. Ph Pam 572 8713.
Plunket Playgroup Held at Redwoodtown Plunket Rooms, 21 Bythell Street, Blenheim. 9.30 - 11.30am (Tuesdays). Gold coin donation per family. Tea/Coffee provided for parents/caregivers. Contact Ali 579 3085 or Kerry 579 2919.
Sunbelt Speakers Toastmasters Club Learn Public Speaking techniques with confidence. Meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday 7.30 - 9.30pm at St. Ninians Lounge, 1 Riley Crescent. Contact Carolyn 579 5582

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