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Nourish & La Leche
League Breastfeeding

Meets first and third Fridays of each month and Motueka Maternity Unit, 10.30am till noon. Mums, pregnant women and whanau welcome. Enquiries Fay 528 4363; support Tanja 03 526 7033 ext 46.

German speaking families

For children and parents. We meet alternating in the Motueka area monthly to sing, play and encourage our children to use their German language. Phone Heike Traut, 528 6378.

Motueka Amnesty International

Meets on the second Thursday of every month at 7.30pm, venue changes. Contact Steve or Tammy on 528 7761 for further information. New members always welcome.

Capoeira classes

Capoeira is a Brazilian art form combining martial art, dance and music. Develop mind and body control, Portugese language skills and musicality. Classes Thursday nights 6 - 8pm at the Recreation Centre. Cost $10. Info: 528 0472.

Babytime at Motueka
Public Library

A fun, hands-on session with songs, movement, rhymes and stories for children two years and younger with their caregivers. Every Friday during school term time starting at 10am.

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The Grumpy Old Mans Club

Daily meetings at Resurgence Coffee in Riwaka, around 2 pm. Numerous topics discussed and twisted answers to these problems or issues. Contact William Cleaver, Resurgence Riwaka Roasting Ltd, 528 0069. Discussion topics »

Function room

The Motueka Community House, Decks Reserve, function room is available 7 days a week at reasonable rental rates. For information, phone Gaille at 528 0404.

Mainly Music

Musical activities that help you and your preschooler have fun together while aiding in the development of coordination, movement and balance. Tasman Bible Church every Wednesday of the school term at 10am. Contact Judy 526 6801 or Lorna 526 6868.

Motueka Newcomers

New to the region? Meet new friends at Muses Cafe, beside the museum, at 10.30am Wednesdays for coffee, or at the Drop In Centre at the Community Houser in Decks Reserve on Fridays 10am - 12 noon.

The Welcome Mat

Come for a chat and meet new friends. Children welcome. Every 2nd Wednesday, 10.30am - noon at the Community House, Decks Reserve. Inquiries: 528 4461 or 528 8391.

Pilates

Classical Pilates, world renowned fitness technique with many health & fitness benefits. Muncipal Band Hall. Phone Michelle Alexander, 528 0252, for details.

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Housie

Come and enjoy a convivial evening of Housie and support the Motueka Brass and Pipe Bands. Held every Monday evening in the Motueka RSA dining room, starting 7.30pm.

Breastfeeding

Nourish and La Leche League Breastfeeding Group Motueka meets on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month at Motueka Maternity Unit, 10.30am to noon. Mums, pregnant women and whanau welcome. Inquiries to Fay, 528 4363.

Family Planning &
Sexual Health

Provides contraception (condoms, combined pill, emergency contraception, depo provera and mini pill). A charge of $10.00 for clients aged over 25 otherwise free. Free pregnancy testing, Screening for STIs, & Cervical Screening. Ph: 528 0234.

Family Whanau
Support Services

Free and confidential, supportive and non-judgemental. Builds upon the strengths of your family/whanau. We support you to make positive changes for yourself and your family. Free Counselling may be available. Ph: 528 0234.

Probus Club of Motueka

Retired men are invited to our club meetings as visitors. Meetings are held on the morning of the first Friday of each month. Contact our visitor's officer, Terry Sargent (528 8280) who will ensure you are made welcome.

Free Budget Advice

Worried about your finances? Or planning for the future? Come see one of our trained budget advisors. Free, confidential, non-judgemental advice and support. Office or home based. All weekdays, Family Service Centre, 27 Talbot Street, 5280234

Mum4Mum

Whaea ki te Whaea. Breastfeeding support and encouragement. One on one support, over the telephone or face to face, with a trained volunteer. We can meet with you before and after your babies born. Contact Phillipa 528 0234 or 02102971506

Winter Workshop series

Starting soon! An amazing variety amongst the 19 workshops in the Motueka Arts Council's Winter Workshop series this year. Registration forms from the Library, Hospice Shop, Westrupp Jewellers. For info ring course coordinator Jane at 528 4995.

Laughter Yoga Club

Meets Fridays from 9.30am to 10.30am at the Arcadia Cafe Lounge, 265 High Street.

Jiu Jitsu

Meets Wednesday nights at 7.30pm at the Recreation Centre. For 16 years plus. Phone 528 1220 and ask for David.

60+ Social Club

Meets Tuesdays from 9.30am to 1.30pm. Transport provided, morning tea, lunch, fun activities, outings to places of interest. $12.50. Phone 528 4418.

Indoor Bowls

At the Motueka Memorial RSA Club, Wednesdays at 7.15pm.

Fun Ukelele classes

Wednesdays at 7.00 - 8.30pm at the Municipal Band rooms, Old Wharf Road. Everyone is most welcome. Phone Jane for information at 528 4995.

Lighthouse Spiritual
Awareness Centre

Meets every Thursday night and 7.30pm at the Band Hall, Recreation Centre.

Alzheimers Society
Dementia Day Care

Each Wednesday from 9am to 2pm during school term. Talk with our field wroker first: 03 546 7702.

Motueka Cadet Unit

Parade on Mondays at 6.45pm at the Recreation Centre, for a range of activities including weekend camps. Phone 528 5271.

Motueka Bowling Club

Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 1.00pm to 3.30pm. Now bowlers are most welcome. Phone Desma 528 0101 or Pat 528 9129.

Parenting Education &
Support Groups

Motueka Family Service Centre provides parenting and health information along with fun activities. Meets Mondays, 10am - noon for families with preschoolers, and Wednesdays 10am - noon for parents and babies.

Alcoholics Anonymous

If you want to drink that's your business. If you want to stop we can help. Meetings every Wednesday, 7:30 pm and Friday, 7:00pm at the Salvation Army Hall, 6 Greenwood Street, Motueka.

Young Mums'
Support Group

Empowerment for young Mums through group support, shared knowledge and aroha. Six-week course starting 12th August. Thursdays 10am-12. For info, call Nellie or Madhu 528 6061 or 02102908547, or e-mail madhu.obrien@tam.org.nz

Free Music Tuition

With the Municipal Brass Band. Learn to read music and to play a brass instrument. Lessons are free; instrument hire $10 per school term. 9 year olds to adults welcome. Inquiries: Ian Willetts 528 9886 or John Rimmer 527 8591.

Story time for
pre-schoolers

At the Motueka Public Library every Tuesday afternoon except during school holidays, from 2.00pm to 2.30pm. Enquiries, phone 528 1047.

Victim Support

This community support service is now recruiting men and women from all walks of life to train as volunteer Support Workers in the Motueka area. For information and an application pack, phone Sue Tilby, 528 1233.

The Grumpy Old Mans Club

Daily meetings at Resurgence Coffee in Riwaka, around 2 pm. Numerous topics discussed and twisted answers to these problems or issues. Contact William Cleaver, Resurgence Riwaka Roasting Ltd, 528 0069. Discussion topics »

Function room

The Motueka Community House, Decks Reserve, function room is available 7 days a week at reasonable rental rates. For information, phone Gaille at 528 0404.

Mainly Music

Musical activities that help you and your preschooler have fun together while aiding in the development of coordination, movement and balance. Tasman Bible Church every Wednesday of the school term at 10am. Contact Judy 526 6801 or Lorna 526 6868.

Motueka Amateur
Radio Club

Meets on the first Monday of each month at 7.30pm, at the Search and Rescue rooms, Motueka police station. Join the worls of radio communications. Visitors and enquiries welcome. Phone Steve 528 8707 (day only).

"SPACE"

Supporting Parents Alongside Children's Education is based at Motueka Playcentre, for first-time parents and their infants. Inquiries to Bridgit, 526 8114.

Old time dance group

Social dancing on Thursdays starting at 7.30pm, at Uniting Church Hall. Beginners welcome, suitable for all ages. Contact Margaret, 528 7564.

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Meditation Group

Meets every Monday at 6pm at 23 Jocelyn Avenue. Bring a cushion. Enquiries to Ian 528 4338 or Dana 528 0146.

Bus trips to ASB
Aquatic Centre, Nelson

These are timed to take in Aquafitness classes or your own swimming choice. Leaving the Rec Centre carpark Wednesdays at 9.45am, returning about 1pm. $7.50 return, preschoolers free.

Funtime at Motueka
Public Library

Every Tuesday at 2pm - 3pm throughout school term time. Enjoy fun with stories, music and events for under five year olds with their caregiver.

Nelson Bays
Community Law Service

A free service out of the Motueka Community House, phone 528 7704. Office open Mondays 10am - 3pm and Wednesdays 9am - 1pm. Free legal information and advice for individuals and groups.