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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.

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

28 Mark Taipari, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, 43A Vipond Road, Stanmore Bay, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Free entry.

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.

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

30 Food Truck Friday, Drifter Coffee, 3 George Lowe Place, Ōrewa, 6pm-9pm. Tasty food, drink and good times to be shared. Bring the whole family.

30 The Sons play Paraoa Brewing Co, 719A Whangaparāoa Road, Whangaparāoa, 8.30pm-11.30pm. Free event.

1 Community planting day, Maygrove Esplanade Reserve, Ōrewa, starts 10am. Access the park via the walkway between 53-57 Maygrove Drive. Bring/wear: gardening gloves, water bottle, rain coat, sunblock, sturdy shoes/boots and a spade if you have one. Info: email: deborah@restorehb. org.nz or call 028 414 2505, https://fb.me/e/3B6CHpsTp

1 Kevin Greaves, James Ray and Nick Jones, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, 43A Vipond Road, Whangaparāoa, 7pm-10.30pm. Tickets $15pp at the bar and on Eventfinda.

3-30 Matariki exhibition in conjunction with the Auckland Matariki Festival, Estuary Arts Centre, Western Reserve, Ōrewa.

5 Steve Coppard, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, 43A Vipond Road, Whangaparāoa, 6:30pm. Free entry.

5-30 Lisa and Co Creative Life with DID exhibition, Estuary Arts Centre, Western Reserve, Ōrewa. (see story p1)

7 Twilight mid-winter Christmas market, Ōrewa Square, 4pm-8pm. Market stalls, live music and more.

8 NZ Male Choir and Hibiscus Coast Singers, Ōrewa Arts & Events Centre, 2.30pm. (see story & ad p29)

9 Andrew Crozier, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, 43A Vipond Road, Whangaparāoa, 4pm-7pm. Free entry.

12 Tony Blomfield, Hibiscus Coast RSA, 43A Vipond Road, Whangaparāoa, 6:30pm-8.30pm. Free entry.

14 Matariki celebration, Ōrewa Beach (in front of surf club), 6am. Led by Te Herenga Waka o Ōrewa Marae. Celebrate the rising of Matariki star cluster and start of the Māori new year. Reflection and remembrance, including honouring loved ones who have passed and sharing mātauranga Māori. Wear warm clothes and bring rain gear and a seat if you wish. Sausage sizzle, hot drinks, and soup provided. For catering purposes, register at https://bit.ly/3NacGSo

15 Dolly & Kenny plus hoedown with Toucan, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, Vipond Road, Whangaparāoa, 7pm-10pm. Entry $15, tickets at the bar and on Eventfinda.

16 Community Planting day at Shakespear Open Sanctuary, starts 10am. Park at Army Bay carpark and follow signs. Register at Eventbrite.

16 Sandy, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, 43A Vipond Road, Whangaparāoa, 4pm-7pm. Entry free.

19 Maritime adventurer Mike Pignéguy presents a talk about sailing in British Columbia and Southeast Alaska, Whangaparāoa Library, Main Street, Whangaparāoa 10.30am. First in a series of talks. RSVP essential to WhangaparaoaLibraryEvents@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

19 Sharón Blow, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, 43A Vipond Road, Whangaparāoa, 6:30pm-8.30pm. Free entry.

22 Wonderland Glow Show, Centrestage Theatre, Ōrewa, 10am and 11.30am. Giant glow in the dark puppetry. Tickets from the box office, phone 09 426 7282 (Tuesday to Friday 10am till 2pm) or email manager@ centrestagetheatre.co.nz

22 Auckland Arm Wrestling Champs, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, Vipond Road, Whangaparāoa, 9am-6pm.

22 Steve Coppard, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, 43A Vipond Road, Whangaparāoa, 7pm-10.30pm. Free entry.

23 Ben Deverell, Hibiscus Coast Community RSA, 43A Vipond Road, Whangaparāoa, 4pm-7pm. Free entry.