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If you’d like an event listed in What’s Happening, please email or telephone the Council’s Customer Service Centre on 295 1300. Events are listed at the Council’s discretion. All events were correct at the time and the Council takes no responsibility for any event changes.

November  |  December

November 2009

Thursday 5 November
Papakura Business Breakfast
The business breakfasts are building a community of like minded local business people where you can meet socially and network across a range of businesses

Where: Papakura Club, Croskery Rd, Papakura
When: 7.30am -9.00am
Cost: $15 per person
Contact: Nichola Maher 295 1348 or email

Friday 6 November
Fireworks Display
The annual Fireworks display is a popular family event. Come along for some great entertainment from our great local artists and finish off the night with a great fireworks display
Where: Massey Park Stadium, 2 Ron Keat Dr, Papakura
When: Gates Open 5.30 Entertainment starts 6.00pm. Gates will close when park is full
Cost: $5 per person or $10 per family (2 adults and up to 4 children)
Contact: Nichola Maher 295 1348 or email

Friday 13 November
Papakura Central School Craft Market
Where: Papakura Central School -23 Ray Small Drive, Papakura
When: 5.30pm-8.00pm
Contact: Sonya Irvine 2997534 for expressions of interest for stalls

Saturday 14 November
Composting / Worm Farming Demonstrations
Composting and worm farming helps the environment, produces nutrient-rich humus  for your garden, and helps your bank balance by reducing the amount of rubbish you throw away. If you want to know more about these easy steps you can take to be a little more "green", come along to a demonstration.
Where: Shed 16, 64 Jesmond Rd, Drury
When: 10am-11am
Cost: Free

Contact: Sue Martin 295 1301 or email

Sunday 15 October
Papakura Bluelight Trolley Derby
Build your own Trolley and race down Elliott St. Prizes for all age groups. Trolley requirements and registration forms will be available in September
When: 7.30am -3.00pm
Contact: Willie Iosia 295 2358 or email
 

Thursday 19 November
Papakura Industry Training Organisation Graduation Ceremony
This graduation ceremony recognises the achievements of those who have completed certificates and diplomas in their industry.
Where: Council Chambers, Papakura District Council, 35 Coles Cres, Papakura
When: 5.30pm
Contact: Nichola Maher 295 1348 or email

Tuesday 24 November
The Platters (USA)
Direct from Las Vegas. Featuring their long-serving lead singer the legendary Monroe Powell, with special guest Tania Rowles. The 'Unforgettable' Timeless Classics: Only You, My Prayer, Twilight Time, The Great Pretender, Red Sails in the Sunset, (You've Got) The Magic Touch, Smoke Gets In Your Eyes.
Where: Hawkins Theatre - Papakura, 13 Ray Small Drive, Papakura
When: 7.30pm
Cost: $55-$59 (booking fee may apply)
Contact: email or telephone (09) 297 7712
Bookings: Papakura Paper Power, 223 Great South Road or iticket

telephone (09) 361 1000
www.hawkinstheatre.co.nz

December 2009

Friday 4 December
Papakura Carols in the Park
Annual Carols in the Park concert, bring the family, enjoy a picnic in the park and be entertained with an evening filled with entertainment and Christmas Carols. Food and refreshments will be available on the night
Where: Central Park, cnr of Wood St & Opaheke Rd, Papakura
When: 6.00pm - 9.00pm
Cost: Free

Contact: Nichola Maher 295 1348 or email

Saturday 5 December
Papakura Santa Parade
Annual Santa Parade, where the streets are filled with floats - or better yet enter a float of your own.
Where: Papakura Town Centre
When: 2.00pm parade starts
Cost: Free

Contact: Nichola Maher 295 1348 or email

Saturday 5 December
Christmas Movie in the Park
Enjoy a festive movie in Central Park with your family and friends. Bring a picnic or enjoy some tasty delights from the local food stalls.
Where: Central Park, cnr of Wood St & Opaheke Rd, Papakura
When: Movie will start 8.30 approx (or when it is dark enough)
Cost: Free

Contact: Nichola Maher 295 1348 or email

Monday 14 - Sunday 20 December
Christmas Tree Competition
Redhill Community Centre, cnr Dominion and Croskery Rds, Papakura
Enter a decorated Christmas tree for cash prizes. Conditions apply.
Entry fee: $20 per tree
Visitors can view the displays from 9am-9pm daily FREE of charge
For more information and conditions telephone 298 8488 or email