Recurring Activities
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Community Tai Chi
Register here to be notified of the next round of classesMorning and evening classes
Cost: Koha (donation)Erwin our teacher is an Emily Place local and has been practicing Tai Chi for more than three decades.
Join our city centre neighbourhood crew as he leads weekly beginner and intermediate class levels on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aaiotanga Community Space.
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Orange Sky
Our Kaupapa is to positively connect communities. Orange Sky provides free laundry, showers and genuine conversation to people experiencing homelessness through a regular mobile service.We create a safe, positive and supportive environment for people who are often ignored or feel disconnected from their community.
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Perfectly Imperfect
Greys Ave: Mon-Fri | 10am - 4pm
Albert Park: Mon-Fri | 1pm - 4pmPerfectly Imperfect Op Shop—a unique space dedicated to embracing imperfections and fostering community.
With every $15 donation, you'll support a family in need by providing them with a full box of seasonal produce. Plus, you're welcome to pick some fresh produce for your own family to enjoy.
You can also volunteer.
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Ponsonby Russian Playgroup
Mondays | 10am - 12pm
Ponsonby Community CentreРУССКАЯ ИГРОВАЯ ГРУППА
Приглашаем семьи с детьми от рождениядо пяти лет на русскую игровую группу!
Наша группа проходит по понедельникам с
10.00 до 12.00 в общественном центре
Понсонби (Ponsonby Community Centre) по адресу 20 Ponsonby Terrace, Ponsonby, Auckland 1011. Взнос $2 с семьи. До скорой встречи!
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Chinese Dance Class
Mondays | 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ellen Melville Centre, 2 Freyberg PlaceCome and join our free Chinese dance class every Monday from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM at the Ellen Melville Centre. No need to register, just show up!
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Ellen Melville Centre Baby Coffee Group
Tuesdays | 10am - 12pm
2 Freyberg Place (Pioneer Women’s Hall)You are invited to a coffee group for parents and caregivers of new babies. A place to connect, create new friendships, share and learn from each other.
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Mahjong
Tuesdays | 2pm
Ellen Mellville Centre, 2 Freyberg Square
FreeDid you know there are many benefits to playing Mahjong?
Join us for mahjong today.
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Evening Yoga and Art Immersion | Tuesday
11 Feb — 1 Apr 2025 | Tuesdays | 5.30-6.30pm or 7-8pm
Auckland Art Gallery, Kitchener StreetJoin us for our weekly Yoga and Art Immersion evening sessions at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. These after-work classes offer a unique opportunity to stretch, balance and unwind in a serene setting surrounded by stunning art and architecture.
Each session lasts one hour and includes:
– Gentle warm-up stretches.
– Progression to stronger poses, with a focus on flow, balance and breathing.
– A calming warm-down with breathing practice, ending with a brief relaxation or meditation.Sessions are open to those aged 14 years and over, from beginners to more experienced yogis. Bookings are essential.
Cost: General admission $20, Members $18 (+ fees)
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St Paul's Auckland – Lunch & English Conversation
Wednesdays | 11:30am - 1:30pm
28 Symonds St, GraftonJoin us for lunch in the church every Wednesday as we engage in spirit-led conversations and share life together. We strive to make these weekly lunch feel like a home away from home as we join together for friendship, connection and great food.
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Chess Classes for Children
Wednesdays | 4:30pm - 6pm
Auckland Central LibraryAll welcome, beginners, intermediates and advanced.
Contact Stuart: 027 915 9805
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Fill a bag with fresh fruit & veges for $15
Wednesdays | 1pm - 3pm
Homeground, 140 Hobson StA collaboration between Auckland City Mission, Foodtogether & Perfectly Imperfect
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UFO (Unfinished Objects)
Wednesdays | 1pm - 3pm
Makerspace, Auckland Central LibraryHave you got a craft project that you’ve been wanting to complete for ages, unfinished paperwork or mending that you’ve been meaning to do? Tick that job off your list in the company of others at the UFO Group, which meets at Central City Library’s Makerspace every week – and everyone is welcome.
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Auckland Central Chess Club
Wednesdays | 6pm
Ellen Melville Centre, 2 Freyberg SquareContact Stuart: 027 915 9805
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Last Thursday Markets
Last Thursday every month | 4pm - 7:30pm
Ellen Melville CentreYou’ve heard of First Thursday markets… now presenting Last Thursday markets! A new monthly market by Celestial Corner at the Ellen Melville Centre, on the last Thursday of each month.
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Casual Craft Club
Fridays | 10am - 12pm
ACPC, 25 Union St‘Bring Your Own’ craft projects club. Get together with others, work on your craft and have fun!
$3pp. Contact Janet: jcards@ocallahan.org
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Free English Class
Fridays | 4pm
28 Symonds St, GraftonJoin us every Friday in the crypt for free English classes. We practice speaking and writing together, learn about Aotearoa New Zealand and create life-long friendships. All welcome.
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KiwiTalk
Saturday mornings | 10am - 12pm
25 Union St, First floor, Hall 1KiwiTalk is an English conversation class, focused on building listening and speaking skills. Each week we’ll talk about a practical topic or current story of interest. You can suggest some topics that interest you!
The classes are free, although you may choose to give a small donation (koha).
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Auckland Central City Library Repair Cafe
Third Saturdays | 2pm - 4pm
Auckland Central LibraryRepair instead of throwing away. Services available are; mending of clothing and textiles (no alterations), as well as small electrical household items such as toasters, lamps, vacuum cleaners, etc. We don't accept microwaves. There will also be an introductory workshop to 3D Printing at 3pm, no registration required.
KOHA is gratefully accepted to support the running of this event. If you are keen to volunteer your repair skills, get in touch at nzrepaircafeinfo@gmail.com
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ReUse Market
Every Second Sunday of the Month |10am - 1:30pm Victoria Street Carpark, Ground Floor (30 Kitchener Street/High St)
Discover secondhand finds at our monthly car boot market. We're dedicated to ReUse – no new items here.
Rain or shine, we're undercover.
Sellers: FREE to Sellers. Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/host/reuse-market
Shoppers: You never know what you might find :-)
Follow us for updates: https://www.facebook.com/ReUseMarkets/
Parking: $2/hour (max $10).
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Yoga and Art Immersion
Sundays | 9am - 10am
Auckland Art Gallery(Every Sunday until 7 Dec 2025)
Yoga explores the expansiveness of what it is to be human – mind, body, spirit – in a non-competitive practice that allows individuals their own unique inquiry into the fascinating enigma of life.
These hour-long Hatha yoga classes will include warm-up stretching, building to stronger poses, including flow balance and breath focus. Warming down will lead into breath practice, ending with a brief relaxation or meditation.
Open to beginners as well as more experienced yogis aged 14 years and over. Bookings are essential.
Condition of participation: please do not register or attend if you currently have any medical conditions, health issues (including injuries, surgeries) or illnesses that could affect your ability to undertake this class safely.
Cost: General admission $20, Members $18 (+ fees)
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Hula Fit Sessions
Sundays | 6pm
Ellen Melville Centre
Free