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Events for February
Family Holiday Activities Friday, 1 February 2008  [ 10.00- 4.30 ]
Heaps of fun things: Victorian dress-ups, NEW bird and costumes, quiz and colouring sheets, puzzles and books. Come and enjoy our family friendly atmosphere. Comfy seats and air conditioning. FREE entry.
Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Cynthia McCaughan
Contact Phone: 6877212
Email Address: cynthiam@timdc.govt.nz
The Model T Railcar  Friday, 1 February 2008  [ 11am start ]
The Model T Railcar runs daily on the hour- 11am, 12 noon,1pm, 2pm,and 3pm each day. For a tour of the award winning Pleasant Point Museum & Railway.



Venue: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Brian Blanchard
Contact Phone: 686 2269
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Website: www.timaru.com/railway
Made by Timaru Potteries Friday, 1 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
The Model T Railcar  Saturday, 2 February 2008  [ 11am start ]
The Model T Railcar runs daily on the hour- 11am, 12 noon,1pm, 2pm,and 3pm each day. For a tour of the award winning Pleasant Point Museum & Railway.



Venue: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Brian Blanchard
Contact Phone: 686 2269
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Website: www.timaru.com/railway
Family Holiday Activities Saturday, 2 February 2008  [ 10.00- 4.30 ]
Heaps of fun things: Victorian dress-ups, NEW bird and costumes, quiz and colouring sheets, puzzles and books. Come and enjoy our family friendly atmosphere. Comfy seats and air conditioning. FREE entry.
Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Cynthia McCaughan
Contact Phone: 6877212
Email Address: cynthiam@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Saturday, 2 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Rapid Performance Drift, Dash and Dyno Day Saturday, 2 February 2008  [ 9.00am ]
Fourth Round Mag and Turbo Drift South Series. Sealed Sprint Autocross, suitable for Street Cars and Rapid Performance Dyno Horsepower tests.Pre book or on the day.admission $10.00 - Children under 15 free
Venue: Timaru International Motor Raceway
Contact Organisation: South Canterbury Car Club
Contact Name: Howard Atwill
Contact Phone: 03 614 7514
Email Address: sccc.howard@outer.co.nz
Website: www.southcanterburycarclub.org.nz
The Model T Railcar  Sunday, 3 February 2008  [ 11am start ]
The Model T Railcar runs daily on the hour- 11am, 12 noon,1pm, 2pm,and 3pm each day. For a tour of the award winning Pleasant Point Museum & Railway.



Venue: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Brian Blanchard
Contact Phone: 686 2269
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Website: www.timaru.com/railway
South Canterbury Busking Festival  Sunday, 3 February 2008  [ 10/30am ]
South Canterbury Busking Festival features an internation lineup of Buskers. This free family days out guarantees laughter and fun. Stalls selling craft, jewellery, food etc.

Venue: Seddon Square, Waimate
Contact Name: Donette Fargher
Contact Phone: 03 689 7771
Email Address: nfo@waimatedc.govt.nz
Website: www.waimate.org.nz - busking festival
Family Holiday Activities Sunday, 3 February 2008  [ 10.00- 4.30 ]
Heaps of fun things: Victorian dress-ups, NEW bird and costumes, quiz and colouring sheets, puzzles and books. Come and enjoy our family friendly atmosphere. Comfy seats and air conditioning. FREE entry.
Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Cynthia McCaughan
Contact Phone: 6877212
Email Address: cynthiam@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Sunday, 3 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Monday, 4 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Tuesday, 5 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Wednesday, 6 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Waitangi Day Concert Wednesday, 6 February 2008  [ 11 - 4pm ]
Four local bands will entertain you.They are Alice Sollis; Coyotes; Kerry Lundy; The Grove plus other various international items. There will be a variety of ethnic food available.
Entry is by gold coin & this will go to the Nepal Orphanage Fund.
Venue: Caroline Bay Soundshell
Contact Organisation: Port fm
Contact Name: Brent
Contact Phone: 688 0886
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Flying NZ National Championships Thursday, 7 February 2008  [ Various ]
Over 80 competitiors will be in action at the Flying NZ National Championships.
Venue: Richard Pearce Airport
Contact Name: Di Pearce
Contact Phone: 03 688 7123
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Thursday, 7 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Friday, 8 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Flying NZ National Championships Friday, 8 February 2008  [ Various ]
Over 80 competitiors will be in action at the Flying NZ National Championships.
Venue: Richard Pearce Airport
Contact Name: Di Pearce
Contact Phone: 03 688 7123
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
ms Statendam Visit  Friday, 8 February 2008  [ 10am - 8pm ]
The ms Statendam cruise ship will be in port today.

Venue: Prime Port Timaru
Contact Organisation: CSIT
Contact Name: Karyn Buckingham
Contact Phone: 03 684 0200
Email Address: karyn@southisland.org.nz
Classic Car Race Friday, 8 February 2008  [ 9 - 5pm ]
The Classic Car Race is for those with a love of historic & classic cars. Tickets on sale at the gate. Weekend pass - $25.00; Friday - $5.00; Saturday - $15.00; Sunday - $20.00. Children 14 and under free. Programmes $2.00.
Venue: Timaru International Raceway
Contact Name: Brian Dixon
Contact Phone: 027 4310395/03 3557931
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Classic Car Race Saturday, 9 February 2008  [ 9 - 5pm ]
The Classic Car Race is for those with a love of historic & classic cars. Gate sales Cost: Weekend pass $25; Friday $5.00; Saturday - $15.00; Sunday - $20.00.Programmes $2.00
children 14 and under free
Venue: Timaru International Raceway
Contact Name: Brian Dixon
Contact Phone: 027 4310395/03 3557931
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Saturday, 9 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Flying Wings International Trophy Competition Saturday, 9 February 2008  [ TBA ]
This Flying Wings International Trophy Competition includes 20 Austrailian competitiors.
Venue: Richard Pearce Airport
Contact Organisation: S.C. Aero Club
Contact Name: Di Pearce
Contact Phone: 03 688 7123
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Wallaby Rally Saturday, 9 February 2008  [ tba ]
Annual rally held in the Waimate area
Venue: Waimate district
Contact Organisation: Waimate Vintage Car Club
Contact Name: P OSullivan
Contact Phone: 09 689 5988
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Sunday, 10 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Charity 2008 Concert Sunday, 10 February 2008  [ 3pm - 7pm ]
Charity concert starring Jordan Luck & his band.
Also Fantastic S.C. Bands, Bouncy Castle & Face Painting
Adults $10, $5 Teenagers, $20 Family
Venue: Alpine Energy Stadium, Timaru
Contact Name: Sheryl Higgs
Contact Phone: 021426690
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Classic Car Race Sunday, 10 February 2008  [ 9 - 5pm ]
The Classic Car Race is for those with a love of historic & classic cars.Gate sales Cost: Weekend pass $25; Friday $5.00; Saturday - $15.00; Sunday - $20.00.Programmes $2.00
children 14 and under free
Venue: Timaru International Raceway
Contact Name: Brian Dixon
Contact Phone: 027 4310395/03 3557931
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Monday, 11 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Tuesday, 12 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Wednesday, 13 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Mackenzie High Country Muster Wednesday, 13 February 2008  [ 8am ]
A spectacular high country horse trek that takes us through some breathtaking country.Join us for the ride of the Year!!We also have 2,3 or 4 day ride options.
Venue: Fairlie
Contact Organisation: Aoraki Western Riding Club
Contact Name: Heather Doudle
Contact Phone: 03 6861747
Email Address: doudle@kol.co.nz
Website: fairlie.co.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Thursday, 14 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Friday, 15 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Saturday, 16 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Sunday, 17 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Waimate Museum Open Day Sunday, 17 February 2008  [ 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
1.30pm unveiling of plaque in honour of the late Murray Gardener. 1.45pm official opening of Douglas School followed by Museum open day.
Venue: Waimate Museum
Contact Organisation: Waimate Museum
Contact Name: Museum
Contact Phone: 03 689 7832
Email Address: wtemus@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.waimate.org.nz
Pleasant Point Rail Car  Monday, 18 February 2008  [ Runs daily on the hour 11am -3pm ]
Jump on the Railcar and step back in time.
Venue: Pleasant Point Railway Museum
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Organiser
Contact Phone: 03 614 8323
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Monday, 18 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Digital Photography Night Monday, 18 February 2008  [ 7-9pm ]
Overwhelmed with many photos to sort and print??
Want to make your photos look better?
Need to back up your photos?
Want to display your photos easily for others to see?

This information evening is for you!

Bring you camera - we will check your settings, demonstration of easy to use software, computer & photography advice on hand!

Cost is $10pp or $15 per couple

This is an Alzheimers Fundraiser Night.

Book on the website or ring for more information.
Venue: Benvenue Hotel, Evans St, Timaru
Contact Organisation: Creative Memories
Contact Name: Brigitte Kempf
Contact Phone: 03 688 8486
Email Address: memoriesconnection@ihug.co.nz
Website: www.mycmsite.co.nz/brigittek
Pleasant Point Rail Car  Tuesday, 19 February 2008  [ Runs daily on the hour 11am -3pm ]
Jump on the Railcar and step back in time.
Venue: Pleasant Point Railway Museum
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Organiser
Contact Phone: 03 614 8323
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Tuesday, 19 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Pleasant Point Rail Car  Wednesday, 20 February 2008  [ Runs daily on the hour 11am -3pm ]
Jump on the Railcar and step back in time.
Venue: Pleasant Point Railway Museum
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Organiser
Contact Phone: 03 614 8323
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Wednesday, 20 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Thursday, 21 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Pleasant Point Rail Car  Thursday, 21 February 2008  [ Runs daily on the hour 11am -3pm ]
Jump on the Railcar and step back in time.
Venue: Pleasant Point Railway Museum
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Organiser
Contact Phone: 03 614 8323
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Friday, 22 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Pleasant Point Rail Car  Friday, 22 February 2008  [ Runs daily on the hour 11am -3pm ]
Jump on the Railcar and step back in time.
Venue: Pleasant Point Railway Museum
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Organiser
Contact Phone: 03 614 8323
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
sculpture workshop Saturday, 23 February 2008  [ 10am ]
experienced sculptors Eddie Cook and Judeen McFetrich will be teaching you how to make an outdoor sculpture using wire and concrete. bookings are essential.
Venue: studio 226
Contact Organisation: Studio 226
Contact Name: Yanna Houwaard
Contact Phone: 03 6938043
Email Address: yanna@xnet.co.nz
Website: www.studio226.co.nz
Pleasant Point Rail Car  Saturday, 23 February 2008  [ Runs daily on the hour 11am -3pm ]
Jump on the Railcar and step back in time.
Venue: Pleasant Point Railway Museum
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Organiser
Contact Phone: 03 614 8323
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Saturday, 23 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Sunday, 24 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
HADLOW TO HARBOUR FUN RUN Sunday, 24 February 2008  [ START 9-30 A.M. ]
THE ROTARY CLUB OF TIMARU NORTH ARE CONDUCTING THEIR GREAT ANNUAL 10K AND OPTIONAL 3K FUN RUN.THIS IS NOW RECOGNISED AS A SPECIAL LOW DENSITY FITNESS RUN WALK OR WHATEVER TTHAT IS REALY ENJOYABLE AND GREAT FUN.DO PLAN TO JOIN US THIS YEAR.THIS IS A MUST DO EVENT.
Venue: START HADLOW ROAD WEST TIMARU
Contact Organisation: THE ROTARY CLUB OF TIMARU NORTH.
Contact Name: CHARLES VINCENT
Contact Phone: 03 686 6488.
Email Address: agwheels@xtra.co.nz
Pleasant Point Rail Car  Sunday, 24 February 2008  [ Runs daily on the hour 11am -3pm ]
Jump on the Railcar and step back in time.
Venue: Pleasant Point Railway Museum
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Organiser
Contact Phone: 03 614 8323
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Kids Can Do It Tryathlon Sunday, 24 February 2008  [ 12noon registration, 1.00pm start ]
This event is for children aged 7-14 years old and can be completed as an individual or in a team of 2 or 3 people.
Swim: 3 widths of Maori Park Pool (7-9yrs old); 2 lengths (10-14yrs old)
Run: Approx 1.5km around Benvenue and down to Caroline Bay (grassed and some tar sealed areas)
Cycle: Approx 3-5km around the Caroline Bay Area (2 laps of circuit for 7-9yrs; and 3 laps for 10-14yrs)
The event starts at Maori Park Pool and finishes on Caroline Bay by the Bay Hall grassed area.

Lots of prizes and giveaways.

Entry forms available from late January. Entries close Wednesday 20 February. Late entries will be accepted on the day and will incur a late fee payment.

Venue: Maori Park Pool/Caroline Bay
Contact Organisation: Timaru triathlon Club and Bikewise committee
Contact Name: Jane Sullivan
Contact Phone: 6886019 ext 711 or 021 684943
Email Address: jane.sullivan@cdhb.govt.nz
RNZAF Exercise Wise Owl Monday, 25 February 2008  [ various ]
This exercise will involve up to 100 personnel,10 CT4-E airtrainer craft & visiting craft from RNZAF.There will be an open day for the public on Saturday March 1st 2008.
Venue: Timaru Airport
Contact Name: Paul Stockley (Squadron Leader)
Contact Phone: TBA
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Pleasant Point Rail Car  Monday, 25 February 2008  [ Runs daily on the hour 11am -3pm ]
Jump on the Railcar and step back in time.
Venue: Pleasant Point Railway Museum
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Organiser
Contact Phone: 03 614 8323
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Monday, 25 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Pleasant Point Rail Car  Tuesday, 26 February 2008  [ Runs daily on the hour 11am -3pm ]
Jump on the Railcar and step back in time.
Venue: Pleasant Point Railway Museum
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Organiser
Contact Phone: 03 614 8323
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Get On Yer Bike Night Tuesday, 26 February 2008  [ 5.30pm registrations; 6.00pm start; 7.30pm finish ]
Come along with your family and friends to work on your cycling skills. Some of the activities planned include: obstacle course; slow slalom and cycle adventure; cycle safety at intersections and roundabouts; learn how to fix a puncture ride a unicycle and much more.
This event is free and park of the Bikewise Week Promotion. Spot prizes to be won.
Venue: WestEnd Park
Contact Organisation: Sport South Canterbury/Community and Public Health
Contact Name: Verna Parker/Jane Sullivan
Contact Phone: Verna ph 6860751 or Jane ph. 6886019 ext 711
Email Address: verna@sportsouthcanterbury.org.nz
RNZAF Exercise Wise Owl Tuesday, 26 February 2008  [ various ]
This exercise will involve up to 100 personnel,10 CT4-E airtrainer craft & visiting craft from RNZAF.There will be an open day for the public on Saturday March 1st 2008.
Venue: Timaru Airport
Contact Name: Paul Stockley (Squadron Leader)
Contact Phone: TBA
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Tuesday, 26 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Operatunity - Noel to Cole Wednesday, 27 February 2008  [ 11.00 am ]
Season Tickets $156.00
Standing (for people who want to go to all concerts, but do not want to pay in advance, each concert must be paid for in advance $22.00
Groups 30 or more $21.00
Groups 10 or more $22.00
Casual bookings paid in advance (no refunds)$23.00
Casual bookings on the day $25.00
Venue: Theatre Royal. Timaru
Contact Organisation: Operatunity
Contact Name: Judith
Contact Phone: 0508 266237
Email Address: bookings@operatunity.co.nz
Go By Bike Day Wednesday, 27 February 2008  [ All day ]
Go By Bike Day is a national campaign within Bikewise Week. We will be encouraging workplaces; schools and the general community to Go By Bike to raise awareness in our community about the benefits of cycling as a form of transport and also for good health.
Venue: South Canterbury
Contact Organisation: Bikewise Group
Contact Name: Daniel Naude
Contact Phone: 6877235
Email Address: danieln@timdc.govt.nz
Pleasant Point Rail Car  Wednesday, 27 February 2008  [ Runs daily on the hour 11am -3pm ]
Jump on the Railcar and step back in time.
Venue: Pleasant Point Railway Museum
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Organiser
Contact Phone: 03 614 8323
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Wednesday, 27 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
RNZAF Exercise Wise Owl Wednesday, 27 February 2008  [ various ]
This exercise will involve up to 100 personnel,10 CT4-E airtrainer craft & visiting craft from RNZAF.There will be an open day for the public on Saturday March 1st 2008.
Venue: Timaru Airport
Contact Name: Paul Stockley (Squadron Leader)
Contact Phone: TBA
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Central South Island Charity Bike Ride  Wednesday, 27 February 2008  [ all day ]
gA Charity Bike Ride event through the Central South Island Lakes District 365 kms over 3 days. The Central South Island Charity Bike Ride is an annual event with participants riding from Timaru Kurow Lake Tekapo Army Barracks Timaru.

Venue: Timaru Kurow Lake Tekapo Army Barracks Timaru.
Contact Name: secretary
Contact Phone: 03 614 3030
Email Address: info@csicbikeride.co.nz
Website: www.csicbikeride.co.nz
Central South Island Charity Bike Ride  Thursday, 28 February 2008  [ all day ]
gA Charity Bike Ride event through the Central South Island Lakes District 365 kms over 3 days. The Central South Island Charity Bike Ride is an annual event with participants riding from Timaru Kurow Lake Tekapo Army Barracks Timaru.

Venue: Timaru Kurow Lake Tekapo Army Barracks Timaru.
Contact Name: secretary
Contact Phone: 03 614 3030
Email Address: info@csicbikeride.co.nz
Website: www.csicbikeride.co.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Thursday, 28 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
RNZAF Exercise Wise Owl Thursday, 28 February 2008  [ various ]
This exercise will involve up to 100 personnel,10 CT4-E airtrainer craft & visiting craft from RNZAF.There will be an open day for the public on Saturday March 1st 2008.
Venue: Timaru Airport
Contact Name: Paul Stockley (Squadron Leader)
Contact Phone: TBA
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Pleasant Point Rail Car  Thursday, 28 February 2008  [ Runs daily on the hour 11am -3pm ]
Jump on the Railcar and step back in time.
Venue: Pleasant Point Railway Museum
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Organiser
Contact Phone: 03 614 8323
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Mt Cook Race Friday, 29 February 2008  [ 09.00 ]
Mt Cook - The Bloody Good Race, is a spectacular journey that will take competitors on an adventurous, three day, twelve stage, four discipline (kayak, cycle, mountain bike and run) race from Mount Cook to the New Brighton Pier in Christchurch, whilst maintaining a continuous course.
Venue: Canterbury
Contact Organisation: Bloody Good Events
Contact Name: Stephanie Fitts
Contact Phone: 03 343 4321
Email Address: info@bloodygoodevents.co.nz
Website: www.bloodygoodevents.co.nz
25 Rakaia River Salmon Fishing Competition Friday, 29 February 2008  [ On Tickets ]
Enter at your nearest fishing Tackle retailer
Compere: Dick Taylor
Early Entry Draw (seniors only)
Fishermans Loft Voucher $1000

Entries Close 5.00pm Friday 22nd February 2008
Venue: Rakaia
Contact Organisation: Fish and Game
Contact Name: The administrator
Contact Phone: 615 8400
Email Address: sterry@fishandgame.org.nz
Central South Island Charity Bike Ride  Friday, 29 February 2008  [ all day ]
gA Charity Bike Ride event through the Central South Island Lakes District 365 kms over 3 days. The Central South Island Charity Bike Ride is an annual event with participants riding from Timaru Kurow Lake Tekapo Army Barracks Timaru.

Venue: Timaru Kurow Lake Tekapo Army Barracks Timaru.
Contact Name: secretary
Contact Phone: 03 614 3030
Email Address: info@csicbikeride.co.nz
Website: www.csicbikeride.co.nz
Waimate Woodcraft Expo Friday, 29 February 2008  [ TBA ]
Waimate Woodcraft Expo Friday evening official opening/judging. Competition of woodcraft, turning, carving, woodcraft sales , activities and displays of exhibits. Rotary club initiative and Alpine Energy sponsor
Venue: Waimate Stadium
Contact Name: Ann or Gary Dennison
Contact Phone: 03 689 1088
Email Address: info@waimatedc.govt.nz
Website: www.waimate.org.nz/events
Arsenic & Old Lace Friday, 29 February 2008  [ Nightly 7.30pm, Sunday 5pm ]
A classic killer comedy !
Bookings at Newmans $18,$16,$12
Venue: Drama League
Contact Organisation: Little Theatre Drama League
Contact Name: Newmans
Contact Phone: 03 688 5597
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
Travel the Tracks after 5 Friday, 29 February 2008  [ 5.00pm onwards ]
The Bikewise group are planning this event to encourage people to get together and travel the tracks after 5 as a social recreation ride and to finish with a BBQ in Centennial Park by the lake. More details will be posted late January. Pencil this in your diary now.
Venue: Timaru District Walk/Cycleways
Contact Organisation: Bikewise Group
Contact Name: Jane Sullivan
Contact Phone: 6886019 ext711
Email Address: jane.sullivan@cdhb.govt.nz
Made by Timaru Potteries Friday, 29 February 2008  [ Tue-Fri 10 - 4.30pm, Sat & Sun 1.30 - 4.30pm. Closed Mondays except if a public holiday. Public holidays hours 1.30pm - 4.30pm ]
Made by Timaru Potteries - An exhibition of local mid 20th
century commercial, industrial and
domestic pottery. Timaru Potteries made distinctive stoneware ceramics from 1936 to 1959. While Timaru Potteries was known for producing high quality utilitarian products, they had a dedicated and talented staff who also produced items of beauty. The exhibition features a large number of pieces along with images and information about the firms history.

Venue: South Canterbury Museum
Contact Organisation: South canterbury Museum
Contact Name: Davina Davis
Contact Phone: 03 687 7241
Email Address: davinad@timdc.govt.nz
Pleasant Point Rail Car  Friday, 29 February 2008  [ Runs daily on the hour 11am -3pm ]
Jump on the Railcar and step back in time.
Venue: Pleasant Point Railway Museum
Contact Organisation: Pleasant Point Railway
Contact Name: Organiser
Contact Phone: 03 614 8323
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
RNZAF Exercise Wise Owl Friday, 29 February 2008  [ various ]
This exercise will involve up to 100 personnel,10 CT4-E airtrainer craft & visiting craft from RNZAF.There will be an open day for the public on Saturday March 1st 2008.
Venue: Timaru Airport
Contact Name: Paul Stockley (Squadron Leader)
Contact Phone: TBA
Email Address: timaruinfo@southisland.org.nz
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