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7-July 2 Ukraine: A War Diary of Lives exhibition and fundraiser, Estuary Arts Centre, Western Reserve, Ōrewa. Photos, art, stories, plus an art auction, workshop and Ukranian cuisine.

10–18 Simply the Best music revue, Centrestage Theatre, Centreway Road, Ōrewa, Foyer revue featuring the music of Lady Gaga, Meatloaf, Backstreet Boys, Pat Benatar and more. Nine performers and live band. Tickets $35, includes a platter of food on each table and the bar is open. Book: phone Centrestage, 09 426 7282 or www.centrestagetheatre.co.nz/box-office

14 Believe it or Not Quiz Night, Northern Union, 23 Wainui Rd, Silverdale, 6.30pm-9pm. Fundraiser for Ōrewa Sea Scouts going to Jamboree. Spot prizes, raffles, bar open. $20pp, tables of six. Book your table, by emailing Ōrewaseascoutsfundraising@gmail.com All welcome.

17 Foxtail Rumble, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, Vipond Road, Whangaparāoa, 7pm-10.30pm. Entry $8 non-members, $5 members.

18 Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary Celebration, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, 43A Vipond Rd, Stanmore Bay, 3pm-5pm. Let’s do the Time Warp again! Entry $10. Door sales available. (see story p19)

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JP Entertainment, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, 43A Vipond Road, Stanmore Bay, 4pm-7pm. Free entry.

18 Planting day, Otanerua Reserve, 19-21 Otanerua Road, Hatfields Beach, 10am-1pm. Hosted by Restore Hibiscus & Bays. Meet at the reserve entrance. Bring/wear: gardening gloves, study shoes/boots, water bottle, snacks, sunblock, raincoat, mosquito repellent, long sleeves, long pants and a spade if you have one. Info: email deborah@restorehb.org.nz or phone 028 414 2505. FB: https://fb.me/e/Zk7XX74M (see story p17)

18 Community planting day, Shakespear Regional Park, starts 10am. Park at Army Bay carpark and follow signs. Register at Eventbrite. (see story p17)

19 Maori wellness workshop, Whangaparāoa Library, 1.30pm-3pm. Bookings essential – call or drop into the library for more information. (see story p25)

21 Drag Queen Bingo with Anita Wigl’it, Parāoa Brewing Co., 719A Whangaparāoa Road, 7pm–8:30pm

21 Sharón Blow, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, 43A Vipond Road, Stanmore Bay, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Free entry.

23 Daniel Champagne, Ōrewa Community Centre, 7pm See the young Australian virtuoso described as ‘the finest guitar player of this generation’ play before his world tour! Tickets from Eventbrite, $30.

24 Diabetes Self-Management Education, Hibiscus Coast Community House, Western Reserve, Ōrewa, 9am-3.30pm. Free information day for people with Type 2 Diabetes. Bring a family member or friend for support. Refreshments provided. Registration essential. Contact Margot McDonald on DSME@ comprehensivecare.co.nz

24 ABBA Heaven tribute act, Parāoa Brewing Co., 719A Whangaparāoa Road, 8.30pm. Tickets from Eventfinda.

24 Superhero Disco, Party Kingdom, 16 Karepiro Drive, Whangaparāoa, 4pm6pm. Entry by gold coin donation to Manly Volunteer Fire Brigade. Spot prizes, emergency services displays and more. All welcome.

25 Community planting day, Amorino Park, 32-36 Amorino Drive, Red Beach, 10am-12pm. Hosted by Restore Hibiscus & Bays. Access the park via the walkway between 32-36 Amorino Drive. Bring/wear: gardening gloves, water bottle, raincoat, sunblock, sturdy shoes/boots and a spade if you have one. Info: email: deborah@restorehb.org.nz or call 028 414 2505. Facebook https://fb.me/e/1boQuQfWf (see story p17)

25 Hoedown at the Ranch, Hibiscus Coast RSA, Vipond Road, Whangaparāoa, 4pm-7pm. Free event open to everyone and promises an evening of country karaoke, Line Dancing and country music from DJ Going Bananas. Restaurant opens 5pm. Throw on the cowboy or cowgirl hat, jeans and checked shirt and kick up your boots big time. Info: Alan Reeves 0272 448 714.

25 Believe it or Not Quiz Night, Paraoa Brewing Co, 719A Whangaparāoa Road, 3pm-8pm. Raising funds for Whanga Coast Ballers’ trip to San Francisco. Quizzes, raffles and a silent auction with prizes donated by local businesses. Book a table on Eventfinda (look for Whanga Coast Ballers Quiz Night). (see story p20)

25 Wenderholm Regional Planting Day, 37 Schischka Rd, Waiwera, 10am-1pm. Follow the signs within the park to the meeting point. Wear good enclosed boots or shoes, and bring along friends and family. Bring favourite spade and gloves, or borrow from the tools available. Free tickets Eventbrite. All welcome.

28 Protect Yourself from Scammers, Whangaparāoa Library, 10.30am. Learn how to protect yourself from online scammers. Join librarian and IT expert Phil, as he explains various online scams and how to keep yourself safe from them. RSVP: WhangaparāoaLibraryEvents@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

29 Ōrewa Library presents Four seasons of Health and Wellness by LeeAnne, 11am-12.30pm. Celebrating holistic Māori health. Booking is essential as spaces are limited – call into the library to find out more. (see story p??)

29–July 2 Puhoi 160th celebrations, includes a lunch, dance and church service. Info and tickets puhoibohemianmuseum@gmail.com or ph 027 211 0316.

See www.localmatters.co.nz/whats-on/ for a full list of upcoming events