An event for everyone
Home and Garden Show, wine tasting, speed golf and conservation week are just some of the events happening around the district over the next few weeks. Check out the full listings below.
The Entelar Group Invitational comes to town this weekend.
April 22: Hans Herzog Wine Tasting, 7.30pm, Wednesday April 22, Rotary House, 12 Story Place, Taupō. Wineclub Taupō is delighted to have Daniel Kemp present an exclusive tasting featuring a range of Hans Herzog wines to its members and guests. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to taste both classic white varietals as well as lesser-known Tempranillo, Montepulciano and a stand-out Grand Duc Pinot Noir. Wineclub Taupō members $20, non-members and guests $30. To secure your seat for this wonderful evening, email wineclubtaupo@gmail.comby Friday, April 17.
April 21-26: Conservation week, with various events around the district.
April 21: Wicked Weeders at Karetoto Road, 12.30-2.45pm.
April 23: Tūrangi Backyard Trapping Project Monitoring Workshop at Tūrangi Library, 10.30am -12noon.
April 23: Lake Front Clean Up at 120 Lake Terrace, 2-4pm.
Other events
April 17: The Antarctic Film Festival, Lake Taupo Rotary House, 12 Story Place, 6.30pm – 8:30pm, tickets $20. An unforgettable evening of storytelling from the coldest place on Earth. The New Zealand Antarctic Society is proud to invite you to a presentation by Richard Balm and a curated selection of captivating short films from the heart of Antarctica.
April 17-18: Bike Taupō Craters Classic doubles as a fundraiser for charity organisation Bike Taupō. The Kids Craters will run on Friday April 17, while the Craters Classic is on Saturday April 18. Kids can choose from 6km or 12km and every child will receive a finisher’s medal at the end. Adults have a variety of distances to choose from including the 50km Bayley’s Taupō Classic. Entries and more details at cratersclassic.co.nz.
April 19-20: Taupō will host a major new professional golf event in April when the Entelar Group Invitational comes to town as part of a national three-event series. Played across Wairakei Golf + Sanctuary (19 April) and Kinloch Club (20 April), the tournament will feature 50 professionals and 50 amateurs competing over 36 holes. The TORO New Zealand Speedgolf Open and the New Zealand Men's Mid Amateur Championship also takes place across the same fortnight.
May 2: The Taupō Cosmopolitan Leisure Marching Team is hosting its MayDay event at the Taupō Event Centre starting at 11am. Twenty-two leisure marching teams from throughout the North Island will display their routines in a non-competitive event, culminating in a mass march that everyone can join. Entry is free. All are welcome.
May 6: National Super Blues Meeting, Wednesday May 6, 10am at the Cossie Club. This is an open meeting Hosted by local MP, Hon Louise Upston with special guest Hon Simon Watts. It's a great opportunity for the community to connect informally with their local MP about happenings in Wellington. Joining Louise to discuss ideas for policy, share views and provide feedback is Hon Simon Watts, Minister of Local Government, Minister for Energy, Minister of Climate Change, Minister of Revenue.
May 8: Midday Concert, 12-1pm at St Andrew’s Anglican Church. The concert will feature singer, songwriter and guitarist Paul Saker-Norrish. Come along and listen, bring a friend and $10 cash. Contact Tracey 0272 409 228 for any further details.
May 24: Taupo Choral presents Autumnal Tones. This concert has beautiful atmospheric tones reminding us of hope and peace. Featuring Taupo Choral singers and guest musicians, there will be a collection of songs honouring peace and harmony. Held at St. Andrew’s Church, Titiruapenga Street on Sunday 24 May at 3:00pm. Tickets: Adult $20, with under 18 free.
Regular events
Skatescool Taupō’s April school holiday programme of Roller Discos includes 4 events each week at the new rink, 86 Miro St, $12 entry and $5 skate hire. Learn to skate frames and pads available. All ages and abilities. Times are April 7 (1-3pm), April 9 (1-3pm), April 10 (6.30-8pm), April 11 (1-3pm), April 14 (1-3pm), April 16 (1-3pm), April 17 (6.30-8pm) and April 18 (1-3pm).
Every Sunday: If you love to sing, have free time to take part in weekday concerts and can stay on your feet for a 30-minute performance, the AA65 choir would love you to join our group. We practise at 4pm every Sunday at Rotary House and sing at different venues every second month.
Now until June 30: The Tagged Trout Treasure Hunt involves 10 tagged trout released north, south, east, west and at the reef with each one caught earning a $500 cash prize. Join Taupō Fishing Club to enter ($40 membership) Anglers must hold a DOC Taupō District fishing licence. Email: taupofc@gmail.com or visit www.taupofishingclub.co.nz
The Ukulele Strummers meet on the first Sunday of each month and singers welcome too. Join us for a fun time with music from the 60's, 70's, 80's. All welcome.
The Taupō Scottish Country Dance Group meets every Thursday at St Pauls Uniting Church from 1.45–3.45pm. First session free, then $5. Meet people, maintain fitness, dance to enjoy Scottish music. Contact Margaret on greenmargaret26@gmail.com or 021 142 7590.
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