Friday, 25 January 2008

What's on this weekend?

It's Auckland Anniversary weekend. The Libraries will be open our usual Saturday hours. We will be closed on Sunday and Monday.

Did you know that the arrival of Hobson in the Bay of Islands is celebrated as the anniversary of the founding of the province of Auckland? Apparently the official day for Auckland Anniversary is 29 January but it's usually observed on the closest Monday. I guess we need the long weekend so we can get to all the events that are on...



In Rodney...

Mahurangi Regatta
Saturday 26 January 2008 BEACH EVENTS @ Sullivans Bay Entries at 9.00am

Full day of beach and coastal entertainment. Bring your family and a picnic. Prizegiving and a Dance@ Scotts Landing from 5.30PM with live music from Prohibition Big Band.


Sunday 27 January 2008 Whangateau, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Foodstalls, bouncy castle, cake stall, book stall, Devonshire Teas. Fundraiser for Whangateau Hall


Sunday 27 January Western Reserve, Orewa, 9.00am to 4.00pm

Equestrian and farm event show - fun for the whole family!



Elsewhere in Auckland...


Friday 25 January - Monday 28 January

A celebration of Auckland's sailing heritage including spectacular tall ships, the Naval frigate Te Kaha and classic and contemporary yachts and the Auckland Anniversary regatta. ( I like the sound of the Ports of Auckland dancing tugs!)



Have a great weekend everyone. Remember to "slip, slop, slap" because the weather is supposed to be gorgeous!

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