Community Calendar

May 2025

03
DEPOT 3 Vic Road - Tim Li: Portraits from the Deep
Saturday, 3 May - Tuesday, 3 June
10:00 - 16:00

Exhibition Opening: Saturday 3 May, 5-7pm
Gyotaku Demonstration & Artist Talk

Portraits from the Deep showcases a collection of illustrations and gyotaku prints by Kāpiti based artist Tim Li.

From the humble kina to macabre creatures of the darkest depths, Tim’s work forces us to slow down and appreciate the aesthetic grandeur of our marine taonga. In an age where everything is seen through a filter, the ocean’s inhabitants aren’t something you can simply experience through social media and the bombardment of fast imagery we are so privy to. You have to immerse yourself in Tangaroa’s world to truly appreciate the beauty and complexity of our endemic marine species.

depot.org.nz/event/tim-li-portraits-from-the-deep


03
DEPOT Artspace - Gary Hunt: The Sound of Steel
Saturday, 3 May - Saturday, 7 June
10:00 - 16:00

Exhibition Opening - Saturday 3 May, 2-3.30pm

The Sound of Steel is an exhibition of sculptured percussion instruments. It is an exploration of sound and making with materials and processes familiar to designer, musician and steel fabricator Gary Hunt.

The forms of the contraptions, resembling musicians ready to strike up the band, came about through an idea of an orchestra of percussion to accompany Gary’s own playing. The instruments are played manually, either by a crank device or electronically programmed microprocessors through Arduino coupled with Ableton software.

depot.org.nz/event/the-sound-of-steel



07
The Vic: Italian Film Festival
Wednesday, 7 May - Wednesday, 21 May
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In May, The Vic is proud to host the tenth edition of the Italian Film Festival NZ.
A curated programme of 25 films that combines the best in contemporary Italian cinema with masterpieces from Italy’s rich cinematic tradition.

Opening night with Gloria!
Wednesday 7 May, 7.30pm arrival, 8pm film starts


For a full list of all films and screening times, go to:

thevic.co.nz/movie/cinema-italiano-2025

Movie poster for Cinema Italiano 2025



15
Three Little Words
Thursday, 15 May - Sunday, 25 May
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Three Little Words can cause chaos – and a lot of laughter!

Tadpole Productions at The PumpHouse Theatre, Takapuna, 

May 15 - 25

Internationally acclaimed playwright Joanna Murray-Smith’s razor-edged comedy, 'Three Little Words',  is a sharp and witty observation about friends and relationships and the hazards of navigating the upheavals of everyday life. The hilarious show is on at The PumpHouse in May.

Bookings pumphouse.co.nz
Phone 09 489 8360
Visit: tadpoleproductions.co.nz or pumphouse.co.nz

 



18
A Song of Ruth
Sunday, 18 May - Sunday, 18 May
14:30

Celebrating the hands that cradle, the hearts that guide

Westlake Girls Event Centre
Sunday 18 May 2:30pm

Join us for a moving celebration of love, strength, and guidance as two of Auckland’s leading treble choirs Luminata Voices and Cantare (Westlake Girls High School) unite for the first time in an unforgettable musical event. Each choir will showcase its own stunning repertoire before joining forces for powerful collaborative performances that will uplift and inspire. Through music, we pay tribute to the love, wisdom, and resilience of mothers, mentors, and all those who shape our lives.

After the concert, stay for light refreshments and the opportunity to socialise with fellow guests, performers, and music lovers. We look forward to sharing this special afternoon with you!

Tickets

Adult - $20.00

Concession (Children, Student, Senior Citizen, Unwaged) - $15.00

westlakegirls.ibdn.nz/etickets/luminata-concert

 



29
The Vic Open Mic Night
Thursday, 29 May - Thursday, 29 May
20:00 - 22:00

Welcome singers, songwriters, musicians, poets and comedians! Perform to an appreciative audience with a chance to get a video of yourself - every last Thursday of each month! Email openmike@thevic.co.nz or text 027 908 8335 for more details - book at thevic.co.nz  

thevic.co.nz/movie/the-vic-music-lounge-open-mic-night


29
Shore Travel - Free Luxury Travel Information Evening
Thursday, 29 May - Thursday, 29 May
17: - 18:30

Shore Travel - Free Luxury Travel Information Evening 

Chat with a selection of Travel Experts representing various Luxury travel products for those searching for an all-inclusive holiday in style.

Featuring Cruises, Luxury Rail, Tours and Package holidays.

Thursday 29 May

5pm - 6.30pm

Pupuke Golf Club Rooms

 



June 2025

03
North Shore Music & Keyboard Club - June Club Night
Tuesday, 3 June - Tuesday, 3 June
19:00 - 21:30

Whether you play piano or just enjoy lovely music and great company, the North Shore Music & Keyboard Club is for you.  Club night features a selection of Club Members playing in the first half, then following a light supper, our guest artist will entertain you in the second half.  

This month we are delighted to welcome back pianist and fellow Club Member Denise Gunson.  Denise is formally resident pianist at the Spencer on Byron Hotel and is loved for her smooth, easy listening style.

Held upstairs at the Takapuna Bowling Club, Bracken Avenue, Takapuna, there is a $10.00 (cash only) door charge.  Club starts at 7pm and will finish at 9:30pm.  

Contact:   Warren 029 9277365

Date:     Tuesday 6 June

Venue:  Takapuna Bowling Club, Bracken Avenue, Takapuna

Time:     7pm - 9:30pm

Cost:      $10.00 cash only

 



05
The Vic: First Thursdays Artist Films
Thursday, 5 June - Thursday, 5 June
20:20 - 21:50

Agnès Varda, whose unique cinematic vision since the 1950s has earned her a loyal following of enthusiastic cinephiles around the world, and the iconic photographer/muralist JR, boasting over a million followers on Instagram, have more in common than one might imagine. Both share a lifelong passion for images and how they are created, displayed, and shared. Agnès chose to explore her passion through cinema and documentary, JR through his emotionally arresting open-air photo installations.

thevic.co.nz/movie/faces-places

Movie poster for Faces Places



11
Sip & Style
Wednesday, 11 June - Wednesday, 11 June
18:00 - 20:30

POSTPONED UNTIL JUNE 6

 

An Evening of Conscious Fashion & Connection with Fashion Revolution NZ

Join Fashion Revolution NZ for an intimate evening of connection, conversation, and conscious style at our upcoming Sip & Style event on the NEW DATE of Wednesday 11 June.
 
💜 Fashion Revolution NZ Country Coordinator Amanda Butterworth will kick off the evening by introducing the global movement and share why this call for a fairer, more transparent fashion industry matters here in Aotearoa. 
 
Amanda brings a wealth of experience in sustainability advocacy, communications, and community building, and is passionate about inspiring positive change through collective action.
 
💜 The special guest for the event is Jennifer Whitty. Part of the Fashion Revolution NZ team, she is a globally recognised sustainable systems design academic, educator, and designer dedicated to driving deep systemic change in fashion. 
 
Jennifer will guide us through thoughtful reflections on our clothing relationships, exploring garments as companions and living stories. Expect easy, fun prompts, a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and the chance to reconnect with your wardrobe in a whole new way. 
 
💜 The event is hosted at Second Avenue, a thoughtfully curated pre-loved boutique nestled in the heart of Takapuna.
 
Founded by fashion lover Natalia, the store champions quality, sustainability, and style with the aim to make secondhand shopping feel as luxurious and exciting as buying new 🛍
 
✨ Bring a piece you haven’t worn in a while and let’s rediscover it together.
 
🎫 This is a free event. Link in bio to register. 
 
#ClothingLoveStory

Event Details:

Secondhand Avenue, 53 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna

Wednesday 11 June 2025

6pm – 8:30pm

Spaces are limited, secure your spot and join us for a moving evening of conversation, style and connection

 



28
Last Night of the PROMS
Saturday, 28 June - Sunday, 29 June
19:30

Join the Auckland Symphony Orchestra for this wonderfully vibrant event, celebrating the best of British festivity.

Guest performance: Will Martin

Saturday 28 June 7.30pm

Sunday 29 June 7.30pm

Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna

ticketmaster.co.nz/last-night-of-the-proms-tickets/artist/1246176