Thursday 17th October 2024, in Music & Performing Arts

Hi, Pax Assadi here. It’s really nice to see you. Is that a new top? It looks great on you, the colour really compliments your skin tone. It’s been a while since I’ve been to the Nelson Arts Festival. I’ve been busy with life—water blasting my deck, building flat pack furniture, and making award-winning television (Watch Raised By Refugees now on NEON or Sky Go).

Hey, so… I need to tell you something BUT I need you to keep it a secret. Can you do that? Ok, cool. Then come to a designated theatre this season, and I’ll share this secret with you in the form of stand-up comedy. Ideally, you come alone, but if you must, you may bring one other person—maybe a significant other or close friend. Coming in a large group is also acceptable, but you have to make sure that everyone in this group understands that what I’m going to share with you is highly confidential. If they fail to respect the classified nature of what will be said on the night, their life may be at risk.

Thursday 17th October 2024, in Food, Wine & Brewing

Join your local winemakers and growers at the annual Wine Nelson Tasting event!

Be the first to try new release wines from up to 20 of our our award-winning local wineries, with gourmet cheeses and grazing tables on offer in a new venue for 2024.

Your ticket includes all wine and food tastings, plus a detailed catalogue of the evening’s wine.

Don't miss out!

Thursday 17th October 2024, in Community Events

Celebrate Isel in Spring with us! Bring a blanket and join us at the much-loved Isel Market.

Enjoy delicious food, explore the beautiful Isel Park, and visit the historic Isel House, which will be open for the occasion!

Discover our heritage, learn about the antique piano, go on a treasure hunt and tap your feet to live music! This event is brought to you by Isel Market and Nelson City Council.

Friday 18th October 2024, in Music & Performing Arts

Performing at the limited NBS Summer Lounge Series: We Three are made up of the musical talents of Trudi Wilson (vocals and keys) and Luke Wilkes (guitar) and Jim Boyden (percussion).

This jazzy, soulful and dynamic threesome has a special knack of taking modern songs and gracefully ageing them, plus grabbing older songs and giving them a new and fresh twist.

This is a soul, funk and jazz treat to sing, dance and tap your feet to.. not to be missed!

Generously sponsored by NBS

Friday 18th October 2024, in Wellness, Eco & Recreation

An evening of profound connections and spiritual insights await you as Kelvin Cruickshank NZ Medium, along with your loved ones in spirit, allow you to learn The Language of Spirit.

As you step into the venue, you’ll enter a realm where the boundaries between the physical and spiritual worlds connect in a safe sanctuary that has been created by prayer.

Throughout the night, you will witness first-hand the power of mediumship as Kelvin delivers messages filled with love, healing, and validation from the other side. Whether it’s a comforting word, a shared memory, or a long-awaited apology, each connection is a testament to the enduring bond between the living and the departed.

But the magic doesn’t stop there. In addition to the awe-inspiring mediumship demonstrations, Kelvin will share insights into the Language of Spirit and offer guidance on how to recognize and interpret signs from your loved ones in spirit. Through stories, anecdotes, and practical advice, he will help you to deepen your understanding of the spiritual realm and cultivate a stronger connection with your own intuition.

Saturday 19th October 2024, in Community Events

This festival originated in India and marks the beginning of the New Year. Although Diwali is largely an Indian festival, it is widely celebrated in other countries, including Malaysia, Singapore, Nepal, and Fiji.

More than 800 million people celebrate this festival, and last year, roughly 3000 people celebrated it in Nelson Tasman, making it one of the fastest-growing community festivals.

Everyone is invited to experience the traditional Indian culture. Watch live performances, taste an array of Indian delicacies (all vegetarian), or experience temple rituals.

Join us to participate in rangoli. This is a floor mandala art where patterns are created on the floor using materials such as powdered limestone, dry rice flour, coloured sand, etc. At the event, you can have a hands-on experience making one with us!!

To make this auspicious festival eco-friendly, we strongly recommend biking, walking, carpooling, BYO plates, cutlery and water bottles.

The entry fee is $5, and children under 12 are free.

This is a no-alcohol, smoke-free, family-friendly festival.

Saturday 19th October 2024, in Music & Performing Arts

Why? Tangi Be Happy is a not so funny stand-up comedic act about the state of our political climate in Aotearoa today. It is a reflection of the recent attacks on Te Tiriti o Waitangi by the Coalition Government which seek to take our country back to the Dark Ages.

Why? Tangi Be Happy looks to shine some light on the topic and questions the insanity that we are seeing.

Hosted by so called Māori elitist Hori along with some of his comedic minions including Courtney Dawson, Kura Turuwhenua and Cori Gonzalez-Macuer, Why?

Tangi Be Happy aims to open up dialogue around Te Tiriti o Waitangi and where we see ourselves in the future of our country. It opens up the space to make us laugh about something that makes some of us want to cry.

Why? Tangi Be Happy

Sunday 20th October 2024, in Music & Performing Arts

From The Rocky Horror Show creator Richard O’Brien comes a new satirical musical, THE KINGDOM OF BLING. The master of madness today announces that the musical will embark on its world premiere “Celebration of Kindness Tour” throughout New Zealand this October.

Starring O’Brien as The Narrator, alongside an extraordinary ensemble cast, this cautionary tale has the wacky hallmarks of Rocky Horror while featuring giants, a menacing fox, trolls, and the king of the land - the obnoxious ‘The He’. The musical is backed by a stonking rock band, belting out original songs in a style that made Rocky Horror such a blast.

THE KINGDOM OF BLING is set in the style of a radio play in "a time of confusion, when so many madly, strange beliefs collide. A time when kindness had been demonised, while crafty blindness wined and dined in a world it had divided”.

As a bonus track, THE KINGDOM OF BLING tour will feature a second act – a Q&A with O’Brien talking about his life, The Rocky Horror Show, the theatre and inspiration for his latest project.

O’Brien further announces that 100% of all royalties of THE KINGDOM OF BLING will go to the Starship Children’s Hospital in perpetuity.

Sunday 20th October 2024, in Music & Performing Arts

NAIROBI TRIO play Nelson on Sunday 20 October.

It’s been several years since the Nairobi trio, who collectively hail from various parts of Auckland (Grey Lynn, Ponsonby, and Waiheke Island) have played in Nelson– a City that holds a special place in their hearts, having visited several times while on tours of the country in the early 2000s.

Described as New Zealand's favourite “Jazz Entertainers”, the Nairobi trio have played in all manner of settings – Vineyards, Village halls and Theatres and Festivals of every kind – you name it, they’ve played it!

Always playing to the crowd, the Nairobi trio showcase skilfully crafted original material, reimagined standards and popular tunes delivered in a dynamic and engaging live show.

Nairobi Trio are Richard Adams (Violin/ vocals), John Quigley (Guitar/ vocals), and Aaron Coddel (Bass/ vocals).

Who: The NAIROBI TRIO in Concert
What: New Zealand’s favourite Jazz entertainers
Where: Nelson Centre for Musical Arts
When: Sunday 20 October. 7.30 pm

BUY TICKETS ONLINE www.nairobitrio.co.nz

Sunday 20th October 2024, in Community Events, Food, Wine & Brewing, Workshops & Retreats

Sally is a well known teacher of raw and fermented foods here in Nelson. She wants to you to know how easy it is to make your own and how wonderful these foods are for your gut and overall general health.

If you suffer from allergies you don't want to miss these classes.

As in the graphic we will make
* Sauerkraut - make your own batch
* Kimchi - the Korean national dish
* Milk kefir - much more than yoghurt
* Kombucha - the miracle drink

Sunday 20th October 2024, in Music & Performing Arts

NAIROBI TRIO
Described as New Zealand's favourite “Jazz Entertainers”, the Nairobi trio has thirty five years touring experience across the globe, playing in all manner of settings – Vineyards, Village halls, Theatres and Festivals – you name it, they’ve played it – from Raffles Hotel in Singapore, Festival stages in the UK, Norway, Denmark, Germany, Italy and France and throughout Australasia and the Pacific.
Always playing to the crowd, the Nairobi trio showcase skilfully crafted original material, reimagined standards and popular tunes delivered in a dynamic and engaging live show.
Nairobi Trio are Richard Adams (Violin/ vocals), John Quigley (Guitar/ vocals) and Aaron Coddel (Bass/ vocals).

Monday 21st October 2024, in Workshops & Retreats

Hato Hone St John is running SHOCKTOBER, their annual CPR and AED awareness campaign, throughout the month of October.

This October Hato Hone St John is on a mission to provide 3 Steps for Life training to as many people as we can throughout Aotearoa. This free training session is designed to give you the confidence to take action if someone suffers a cardiac arrest by calling 111, starting CPR and using an AED.

At Elma Turner Library, Andrea - Hato Hone St John Community Educator, will guide you through the 3 Steps for Life, then give you time to practice effective CPR and how to use an AED on a manikin. To register your interest for one of the sessions please complete this quick form.

Wednesday 23rd October-Wednesday 27th November 2024, in Sports

Competitive mixed & social mixed grades
6.00pm - 1/2 turf - 8 a side
30 minute games
6 week season

For teams of parents, kids, workmates and/or friends.
Teams to have matching uniforms or we can supply bibs if required.

$220 per team

Direct debit to 03-1354-0452914-16
Social and team name as reference

Registrations close 16th October 2024

Thursday 24th October-Thursday 28th November 2024, in Sports

KINDY STICKS:
3 & 4 years old, fun fundamental skill games
3.45pm - 4.30pm
$40 for six week program

FUN STICKS:
5 & 6 years old, learn the basics of hockey, some fun games
3.45pm - 4.30pm
$40 for six week program

MINI STICKS:
6 to 8 year old, skill development and game
4.30pm - 5.30pm
$45 for six week program.

KIWI STICKS:
9 to 13 year old, skill development and game
5:30pm - 6:30pm
$50 for six week program

Please make payment using child's name as reference to: 03-1354-0452914-16
Registration spaces are limited and will close 17th October

Thursday 24th October-Thursday 28th November 2024, in Sports

Register individually, NHA will make mixed teams, playing one game per night at the timeslots of 5.00pm - 6.00pm or 6.15pm - 7.15pm.

Cost: $30 per player

Direct debit with reference of ‘name’ and ‘masters’ to:
03-1354-0452914-16

Registrations close 17th October 2024

Contact Daniel Hobbs for further information:
rdm@nelsonhockey.org.nz
03 547 9988

Thursday 24th-Friday 25th October 2024, in Festival, Music & Performing Arts

Award-winning entertainer and playwright Rutene Spooner (Ngāti Porou, Ngāruahine) explores his personal connection with his childhood hero, Billy T. Infused with live music, humour, and show-band flair, the electrifying Be Like Billy? isn't just a tribute to Māori showmanship; it also prompts contemplation about the future of Māori entertainment—how to revel in joy without becoming the subject of mockery.

Joined by the flashest southern showband The Tekīra Mutton Birds, Rutene Spooner celebrates the showband legacy, idolises the greatest Māori showman, and tussles with the future of Māori in entertainment, to ask: Can you Be like Billy without being the butt of the joke?

Originally commissioned by The Court Theatre and produced by Metro Māori Productions.

Supported by: Downing

Audio described
NZSL Interpreted

Thursday 24th October 2024, in Music & Performing Arts

Soprano Rosemary Galton and pianist Kyoko Takashima present a programme of German lieder and English art song, exploring themes of love, human nature and the beauty of the natural world.

The NCMA Lunchtime Concert Series is proudly sponsored by Nelson Pine Industries

Thursday 24th October 2024, in Festival

Midday music delights are back to brighten your lunch hour! First up: Rosemary Galton and Kyoko Takashima.

Soprano Rosemary Galton and pianist Kyoko Takashima present German lieder and English art song, exploring love and the beauty of nature.

Titled If You Love Love: A Song Recital the programme for this special event is:

Robert Schumann: songs from ‘Myrthen’
Widmung
Der Nussbaum
Die Lotusblume
Du bist wie eine blume

Clara Schumann: Lieder op. 12
Er ist Gekommen in Sturm und Regen
Liebst du um Schönheit
Warum willst du and’re fragen

Franz Schubert: Gesänge aus Wilhelm Meister op. 62
Heiss mich nicht reden
So lasst mich scheinen
Nur wer die Sehnsucht kennt

Jonathan Galton: Three Shakespeare Songs
Under the greenwood tree
Take o take those lips away
It was a lover and his lass

Presented by NCMA.

Thursday 24th October-Saturday 23rd November 2024, in Festival, Visual Arts & Crafts

Crochet extraordinaires Lissy and Rudi Robinson-Cole are among THE most exciting contemporary visual artists in Aotearoa right now with their ngā toi celebrating cultural heritage through captivating storytelling and artistic innovation. We are immensely proud to host the debut of their new large-scale project, Waka of Dreams.

Created in collaboration with friend and multi-disciplinary artist Hollie Tawhiao (Ngāti Tiipa), the special commission work Waka Of Dreams | Punanga Pohewa: The Dream Sanctuary will be unveiled at the Refinery ArtSpace, inviting us all onto a journey of exploring whakapapa and dreams, weaving cultural narratives that resonate with universal truths.

Most known for their vibrant, crochet-based artworks and installations that merge traditional Māori toi (art) with contemporary expressions, Lissy (Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Kahu) and Rudi (Ngaruahine, Te Arawa, Ngāti Pāoa, Waikato ki Ta) Robinson-Cole continue to captivate audiences, and have gained international attention with their largest work to date, Wharenui Harikoa.

Saturday 26th-Sunday 27th October 2024, in Music & Performing Arts, Sports

Showcasing New Zealand and International Dancers, the 73rd National Dance Championships come to Nelson for the first time.

Come and admire dancers of all age groups competing to be recognised as NZ's top dancers.

Expect high energy performances, in the art of Ballroom and Latin.

This family friendly event is bound to excite and entertain you with its amazing costumes and music.

Door sales for general admission available on the day.

Don't miss out.