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Large numbers of community groups are struggling to meet basic operating costs including power bills, personal protective equipment and water rates according to new figures. New data shows the average amount of funding sought by local charities to cover their current overheads is almost $8,000. The figures also reveal that operating expenses were higher among community and wellbeing groups as well as environmental and arts charities. Over 100 charities who have seen a significant increase in demand for their services, and are struggling to meet their operating costs as a result of Covid-19, will now receive a share of more than $500,000 – thanks to a new emergency fund. A diverse range of community organisations have applied for a grant from The Trusts Your West Support Fund to cover a wide range of expenses. Trusts CEO Allan Pollard says the high volume of funding requests received in the past two weeks suggests many local charities are struggling to stay afloat. “We know that the pandemic has had a significant impact on the normal income streams of community groups. “These are organisations providing blankets, food and support services to the most vulnerable members of our community. “What was particularly concerning to see was that many of these organisations have asked for help to cover their fundamental operating needs such as power, internet and rent. “For many of these groups, this funding will be an essential lifeline to help them continue to support their community in a post-COVID environment,” he says. Pollard says the requests for support exceeded more than $1.1million and cover a wide range of organisations including food charities, whanau-based support, elderly and youth support services, hospice as well as environmental and sporting groups.
Saturday August 1, 1-2pm: Amy McDaid is a local author whose book Fake Baby is a best seller at Whitcoulls, It features three quirky characters and a uniquely Auckland setting. Amy will discuss her writing process and read excerpts, followed by a Q & A session. Signed copies will be available on the day ($35 cash). RSVP to 817 0011. Saturday August 1 to Saturday August 8: Curated by Jill Perrott, Titirangi Library is hosting an exhibition by six well-known local artists. You can view art for sale at the library and collect your Village Art Amble map that will lead you to more art on display in village shops and eateries. (You can also enter the draw to win a print.) Wednesday August 5, 11am: Two Hearts, local musicians Sylvia La Trobe and Mallory Gawn, bring music and song for an informal relaxing music session. Thursday August 20, 5-7pm: Opening night of the exhibition Masks of Hopeful Challenge, works by Caroline Bensinger based on mask images that have sprung from the unconscious. The exhibition runs until Saturday September 12. All works for sale, contact the artist. In term three the library welcomes back preschool and afterschool activities. There are three programmes for under-fives to encourage literacy, movement and active play in a fun social environment: Music and movement at Rhymetime on Tuesdays, 10.30am; Interactive learning at Storytime on Wednesdays, 10.00am; and Active movement at Wriggle and Rhyme on Fridays 9.30am. There are also three after-school clubs where children can meet up and enjoy similar interests: Ukulele with Mark on Mondays, 3.304.00pm, suitable for ages 8+; Lego Club on Wednesdays, 3.30-4.30pm; and Minecraft Club on Thursdays, 3.30-4.30pm (own device and Minecraft logon required).
Glen Eden Library
Saturday August 15, 1:30-2:30pm: Book Launch for Precious by Anna Soppet. You are invited to meet Anna, a West Auckland author, and learn about Precious, her new book of poems focussing on some of the special people, places and experiences that make life meaningful, and the simple joy of quality time spent with those we love. The library’s regular programmes include Rhymetime every Thursday, 10:30-11:00am; Wriggle and Rhyme every Friday, 11am; and a Lego Club every Saturday, 2.30-3.30pm. Every Wednesday, 1-3pm during school term, Whau Ace Adult and Community Education offers free support and advice in the library. These drop-in sessions are designed for those needing help to get work. They cover preparing a CV, career guidance, job search, online Job applications and cover letters. Glen Eden Library’s Book Chat group meets on August 5, 10.3011.30am, in the library’s meeting room. Everyone is welcome to share what they’ve been reading.
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