What's on in Rodney

Here's a quick run down of some of the events on around Rodney this weekend.

Motuora Planting Day - Sunday 27 July.
Depart 8am from Sandspit, returns approx 4pm. Join the Motuora Restoration Society on this special island, a great day out, very popular and suitable for families, includes a cuppa and sausage sizzle lunch. The boat fare is just $20 adults, $10 children 5-15 yrs Bring boots/stout shoes, raincoat, warm clothes, sunblock, hat, snacks, drink, enthusiasm! To book for any day (essential - and firm commitment is needed) phone Eilene 09 427 8911

Omaha Beach Dune Planting - Saturday 26th July 10am to 3pm.
Meet at northern car park Omaha Beach Planting at eastern side. A great day out for family and friends. Help to stabilize the dune system and promote biodiversity. Just bring gloves and a spade. Free sausage sizzle

Tom Sharplin's Rock and Roll Show - Saturday 26 July.
The Grand Hotel 1 Railway St Helensville. A Hangi meal will be served at 6.00pm. The Tom Sharplin Show will start at 7.00pm followed by the All Blacks vs Australia at 10.30pm on the big screen. Tickets at the venue $25.00

Movie Night at Stanmore Bay School - Sunday 27 July 2008 6.15pm start
Stanmore Bay Film Net will be putting on 3 films throughout the night, - One, The Movie, a film the asks the ultimate questions of life - Eden, winner of the Auckland Symphony Orchestra's Short Film Competition - Three-Fifty, a hilarious short film. Supper supplied. Entry is open to all Film Net members by donation of $5 - $20 to cover costs and benefit Stanmore Bay School. 27

Times FM Swim to Win Event - Sunday 27 July 2008
Registration @ 11am @ Orewa Surf Club. GREAT CAUSE! With a cast of thousands Times FM has run the Swim to Win event to raise money for Kidney Kidz each year. Local Celebs like Rodney Mayor Penny Webster will brave the winter chill along with our listeners. There are heaps of great prizes up for grabs. We have been blessed with a sunny winter day each year and long may that last!

The Improv Bandits - Saturday 26 July
Local comedians performing to help our Mahurangi Montessori Primary Trust. Doors open at 6.30pm at the Matakana School Hall and tickets are $25 available from Matakana School, Matakana Patisserie or phone Rachel on 4227206.

Tawahi Trio - Saturday 26 July
The Warkworth Music Society presents the Tawahi Trio (viola, clarinet and piano) playing pieces from Schumanna nd Mozart. at the Mahurangi College Hall. Tickets $20 and students free. Ph 4257313 or 4259281 for details.

Puppets for Eva - Sunday 27th July
A donation of $2 will get you into this Puppet Show at the Catholic Church Hall, Warkworth, with proceeds going to help the Eva Mitchell Appeal. The show starts at 2.30pm.