Christchurch notices

Travel tips for women

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Check out these sites for helpful information:

www.womentravel.info

thelwordintravel.blogspot.com

Hiking and socializing opportunity

2010-10-22T11:34:00.000+13:00

1 place has become available again on Show Weekend trip to Hurunui High County Track, with 9 lesbians of various ages. From the evening of Thursday 11th Nov, to Sunday 13th Nov. Cost of walk is $180pp including pack transport. (+ wine etc) Mainly easy walking, we are not fast walkers. Longest day 15km. Accomodation with gas cooking and hot showers - luxury tramping! Details of track at www.walkingtrack.co.nz Information and bookings contact Lesley 980-7420 / 0291200544

To LGBT sports groups ...

2010-10-22T11:32:00.001+13:00

To LGBT sports groups: I am a Wellington based fitness educator and writer. With the upcoming OUTGAMES early next year I am doing some articles and profiles of some of our community that are involved in the outgames in some way, whether it be competing or in other ways. It would be awesome if you were able to get the word out! Email julz@julzdarroch.co.nz if they are keen right now or if you want more information. I am in Christchurch mid November and in Auckland at the end of November for interviews, or can use phone and email. Thanks Julz Darroch. Fitness Trainer and Educator. www.julzdarroch.co.nz 021 833 976

29/10/2010: Swallows and Amazons

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Swallows and Amazons: This is a group for single women in their 30s and 40s who would like to join with others to share a meal and socialise. The next dinner will be Friday 29th October. Phone Amanda (942-1132) if you would like to come along.

24/10/2010: Lynette Diaz & Susan L. Grant at Al's Bar

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Local Singer-Songwriter, Lynette Diaz, along with finger-style guitarist, Susan L. Grant, will be opening for touring artist, Jackie Bristow, this Sunday, 24 October, 2010 at Al's Bar. Doors open at 7:30pm and Lynette will be on stage at 8pm. Door sales, $15. An all-female performance night of acoustic music!! www.reverbnation.com/lynettediaz
www.jackiebristow.com

03/2011: Outgames

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ASIAPACIFIC OUTGAMES, WELLINGTON, MARCH 2011. There are just three weeks left to make savings with earlybird fees for the 2nd AsiaPacific Outgames. Participation fees for all the sports go up after 31 October. The dollar savings for some sports are significant: earlybirds in golf or mountain biking can save NZ$30; in badminton, dancesport, swimming and ten pin bowling, $35; while tennis players can save $50. Hundreds of people from 7 countries have signed up so far, with numbers in some sports running well ahead of forecast. Athletes are travelling from as far away as Switzerland to attend. Registrations from Christchurch have been slow and well down on North Island registrations - so come on Canterbury! Sign up for some fun now! And the fierce competition between Kiwi and Aussie participants continues – with the Aussies having just 5 more people signed up than the Kiwis at the start of October. The Outgames conference has a later earlybird cutoff date of 30 November, because the full conference programme has not yet been announced. Register for the Outgames at www.wellingtonoutgames.com.

FREE EMOTIONAL SUPPORT

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FREE EMOTIONAL SUPPORT during October. The earthquakes have shaken us up and some of us are experiencing strong feelings we are not familiar with; we may not quite feel like our usual selves and may be feeling more irritable or sensitive than usual. If this sounds like you and you'd like some support, then I can help. Intuitive Therapy is a feeling centred form of support which will help you understand your feelings and show you what you need to do for yourself to come back to a place of balance. I work from home in Burnside and can see clients outside of usual work hours. All sessions are free of cost for October. For more information about me and Intuitive Therapy go to http://www.nzait.org.nz/kwason.htm or phone Karen on 357 8481 (evenings).

31/10/2010: OVER 50s SUNDAY BRUNCH FOR WOMEN

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We would love to see some more women attending our monthly Sunday brunches or we may have to consider discontinuing this activity. If you have a partner so long as one of you is over 50 you are both welcome. If you feel that the brunches are worth supporting please come along and join our group on Sunday 31 October at 10.30am at the Belgian Beer Cafe Torenhof, 88 Armagh Street. You can book your place by phoning Gilda or Alice on 3838544 or e-mail alie.gilda@clear.net.nz by Thursday 28 October.

23/10/2010: Nelson, Dinner

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Dinner, Nelson. When: Sat, 23 Oct at 6.30pm. New Asia Restaurant (BYO), 279 Hardy St. To book pls contact Tanya on 0274 28257

24/10/2010: THE OSCARS (update 2)

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THE OSCARS...Labour weekend SUNDAY.....October 24th......at THE BEDFORD. Tickets at THE BOX....146a Lichfield Street.......COSMIC CORNER High Street....and their shop in The Palms.....MENFRIENDS...190 Lichfield Street.....CHICOTIS CAFE 198 Papanui Road. $20 single. Get yours NOW! Visit our Facebook page...Christchurchs Night of the Stars....for full list of all this years Nominees.....and Information....Starring direct from Auckland............Pure Class and NZs TOP DIVA....MISS BUCKWHEAT! from Hamilton......Queen of Hicamp....MISS GLORIOUSOLE......LITTLE MISS CINAMON.....MISS CINDY.....STELLA ROADKILL......MISS MAGADODDLE.....MISS NAMOI......from BRAZIL..all female troupe....STELLA.....from Wellington.....MISS FELICITY FROCKACCINO.......your MCs QUEEN IVA and MISS MOLE......your DJ....DANICE......special guests include MP LIANNE DALZIEL....NICK PARIS.....TASHA WILLIAMS......ARRON CROMIS.....Actress LYNN WALDERGRAVE......Singer JANICE GRAY....Miss RAELENNE TILTON.....the list goes on.....Red Carpet 9pm-10pm...First show 10.30pm.......See ya there!

CO-PRESENTER REQUIRED ON PLAINS FM

2010-09-30T16:18:00.002+13:00

Daniel, the presenter of The Good Fairy, a fortnightly programme for the gay community, is looking for someone who would like to co-present the show with him. The programme is aimed at the gay community and covers all things relevant to being gay. Training would be provided. There is a membership fee and a very small ongoing cost for putting the show on-air. If you know somebody who you think might be interested, please let them know and pass my contact details onto them. Much appreciated. Lizzie Belcher, Programme Coordinator, ph: (03) 365 7997, e: lizzie@plainsfm.org.nz

10/10/2010: Nelson: Brunch

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NELSON: The "Late" Brunch, Nelson. When: Sun, 10 Oct from 11am. Where: Beach Cafe, Tahunanui. Also: Dinner, Nelson. When: Sat, 23 Oct at 6.30pm. New Asia Restaurant (BYO), 279 Hardy St. To book pls contact Tanya on 0274 28257

06/10/2010: Movie Night at Women's Center: Comedy Night

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LESBIAN MOVIE NIGHT AT THE WOMEN'S CENTRE. Level 2, 134 Manchester Street (between Bedford Row and Cashel Street), phone 370 7047. Wednesday 6 October from 7 – 9 pm. The door closes at 7pm sharp, so please allow time to park/get to the Centre. Lichfield, Cashel, Madras Street are all open at this stage (22/9), but Manchester St from Cashel St in the direction of Kilmore St is still closed, and probably will be for a long time. Also; we can not guarantee that the elevator in the building will have been inspected for safety by 6 October, so expect to have to climb the stairs to the Centre. Comedy Night at the Women's Centre. Bold, hilarious, delightful and always entertaining stand-up comics Ellen Degeneres, Margaret Cho and maybe Whoopi Goldberg will be here to keep you entertained. Come along, share some popcorn or a hot drink, a chocolate biscuit or two and best of all, have a laugh with the girls.

03/10/2010: Lambda Lattes walk from McCormacks Bay to Moncks Spur

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LAMBDA LATTES: The walk this Sunday is from McCormacks Bay to Moncks Spur. Meet Ross at the Mount Pleasant Community Centre in time for a 10am departure. For more details phone Ross 366.0962

30/09/2010: Jessica McCool at FOAM Bar

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Jessica McCool. Hot Rock Chick sings at Foam Bar Thursday 30 Sept, 9pm ~ Free Entry ~ Drinks Specials ~ Always A Good Time For All Who Attend ~ Quakes can't be felt inside the Bar due to it's frame of GIANT steel beams ~ Music Afterward From DJ Danice :)

INDOOR SOCCER PLAYERS WANTED!

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Mixed social team - any skill level accepted :-) But must have fun attitutude, and be willing to put your body on the line! Tuesday nights. Ph Sarah 337-2050 or 027 6017435

2011 WELLINGTON 2ND ASIA PACIFIC OUTGAMES (update)

2010-09-21T12:52:00.002+12:00

Update: Registrations are under way and there's a bit of healthy rivalry brewing to be the city with the most registrations! Sign up now and help Christchurch hold its own as No 1! The organisers have developed a poster to put up which is targetted at encouraging women to participate. Maybe you have somewhere you could put one of these? And great news for soccer/football lovers as this has definitely been confirmed as a sport for the games next year! Sign up now to compete or just party! www.wellingtonoutgames.com or Christchurch team contact: chchoutgames@gmail.com.

24/10/2010: THE OSCARS (update)

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THE OSCARS...Well what a Week. THE OSCARS looked like they were to be canned. BUT...we have decided to carry on and have our big night. Labour Weekend Sunday October 24th at THE BEDFORD....the Bedford had outside damage with bricks from the top displays coming down...but it has the ok and is now open again....The Oscar tickets will go back on Sale this week at the reduced price of $15......for the rest of September.Tickets can be purchased at...The BOX 146a Lichfield Street.....Menfriends..190Lichfield street...Chicollis Cafe 198 Papanui Road.... And Cosmic Corners shops.....Visit our Facebook Page for all details.....Oscar Nominations are out in 2 weeks. We know you are still in disray from that Quake but we thought long and hard about The Oscars and its needed... we need to have a Get together..and a catch up. Tickets are $15...for the next 3 Weeks.....Get yours when youre ready. Molexxxxxxxxxto everyone.

09/10/2010: Nelson, OUTRAGEOUS 6 DANCE

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When: Sat, 9 Oct. Pre party drinks from 7pm, music from 8pm. Where: Nelson Yacht Club. Theme: Military & Nautical. With DJ Danice Dearborn from Christchurch. BYO drinks, supper provided. Costume prizes. Tickets available from 18 Sep from Yaza Cafe, Nelson & Hot Mamas, Motueka $20. Limited door sales $25. Buy your tickets early and be in to win 623 gift vouchers on the night.

26/09/2010: OVER 50S SUNDAY BRUNCH FOR WOMEN

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If you feel like putting those earthquake blues behind you how about joining us at the Belgian Beer Cafe Torenhof, 88 Armagh Street, on Sunday 26 September at 10.30am. You can book your place by phoning Gilda or Alice on 3838544 or email alie.gilda@clear.net.nz by Thursday 23 September. See you there.

25/09/2010: Nelson, Dinner

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When: Sat, 25 Sept at 6.30pm. Thai Tahuna, Tahunanui Drive. To book pls contact Tanya on 0274 28257

21/09/2010: Nelson: POOL NIGHTS

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When: Tue, 21 Sept from 5.30pm. Where: Shark Club, Bridge St

25/09/2010: DUNEDIN LESBIAN BALL

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Sept 25th. 8pm-1am at the Savoy, Princess Street, Dunedin. Tickets $40 waged, $30 low/unwaged. Open to all lesbians and queer-friendly women. TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE - limited to 200 so don't miss out! Theme is 'Burlesque' we have confirmed performances from the Drag Kings (Christchurch), Burlesque Fan Dancer (Wellington) & Dunedin's very own Lipdyks2 dance troupe. Accommodation is available for those travelling from out of Dunedin. Contact Lorraine at lnelson@xtra.co.nz

24/09/2010: Swallows and Amazons

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This is a group for single 30 and 40-somethings to meet over dinner in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The next dinner will be on Friday 24 September at 7pm. Contact Amanda (ph: 942-1132) for more details.

13/11/2010: Christchurch Fetish Ball

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2010 Christchurch Fetish Ball
Saturday Nov 13th

Theme: Get Punked!!
Punk, Cyber-punk, Steampunk, Gothic punk or just Fetish with a Punk twist.
...This years event marks 10 years of successful Fetish Balls in Christchurch - to celebrate, we're pulling out all stops to make this one the best yet!
Three clubs, three zones, three different styles of fun. mark this in your diary now and get your ticket early as this one will sell out, guaranteed!

Three venues, all adjoining!

Concrete Club - 132 Manchester St
Double Happy - 182 Cashel St
Club SE - Level 2, 1 Bedford Row
(Entry will be via the Bedford Row entrance of Double Happy)

Confirmed acts for the Christchurch Fetish Ball:

Satomi (Japan) - The Art of Erotic Japanese Rope Bondage
Lukas Zpira (France) - World renowned Body Modification artist
Repentia (NZ) - FemDom act
Absolution (NZ) - Body Piercing Suspension
Dragon and Deviant Queen (NZ) - Needle Suspension
Abby Normal and Mistress Black (NZ) - BDSM performance
Uncommon Bonds (NZ) - BDSM information, displays and tastings
MC: Miss Mole

DJ's TBC

$50.00 presale tickets will be out 1st September 2010
Door sales (if available) will be $60.00

Tickets will be available from:
Peaches and Cream Chch
Absolution
Hunters and Collectors
http://www.thefetishball.com/

24/10/2010: The Oscars

2010-07-27T20:55:00.000+12:00

Alot of people are asking when this night is happening. True. The Oscars is on LABOUR WEEKEND SUNDAY......October 24th.....at THE BEDFORD......doors open with our Famous RED CARPET at 9pm...First show will be 1030pm. We are getting alot of people asking for Tickets already!!! Tickets for this night go on SALE on August 1st..at THE BOX..146a Lichfield Street....We will be having a very special ticket price for the month of August...just $15 a single.This price will be for August ONLY! So get in EARLY!!! The Oscars will be the biggest night of the Year..a time to Party...dress up....Forget the winter Blues...Have fun...and catch up with everyone....SO be there! This year we are donating to....Youth group Q'TOPIA....CATS PROTECTION LEAGUE...and PAWS JUSTICE.(fighting Animal Abuse).

04/08/2010: Lesbian Movie Night at the Women’s Centre: Milk

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Lesbian Movie Night at the Women’s Centre: Level 2, 134 Manchester St (between Cashel St and Bedford Row) Wednesday 4 August === 7 – 9 pm. The door to the building closes at 7 pm sharp, so please come in time and allow some time for parking. Gold coin donation. Milk: His life changed history. His courage changed lives. This film is based on the inspiring true story of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay man elected to major public office in the USA, and his fight for gay rights. Harvey Milk stood above all for the right of gay men and lesbians to exist alongside their fellow citizens without fear or shame. Sean Penn, with great wit, charm and skill plays Harvey Milk a 40-year-old insurance agent living in New York. Gay men like Harvey are still being arrested in gay bars so he has to be careful whom he picks up in the subway. Luckily, on his birthday, he finds Scott Smith (James Franco) who is willing to travel across the country with him to start something new in San Francisco. Together they open a camera shop on Castro, in the heart of the gay community. But even here, homosexuals are treated as second-class citizens, and Harvey decides to run for office to try to change things and in doing so galvanizes the gay community of San Francisco.

01/08/2010: Over 50's Sunday Brunch for Women

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Over 50's Sunday Brunch for Women: The next meeting place for this group is Salt on the Pier Cafe, ground floor, pier terminus, New Brighton at 10.30am on Sunday 1 August. Please book your place by phoning Gilda or Alice on 3838544 or e-mail alie.gilda@clear.net.nz by Thursday 29 July. Newcomers welcome.

30/07/2010: The GLBT Business Association's mid-winter dinner

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The GLBT Business Association of Christchurch (GBA) invites all interested people to join GBA members for mid-winter dinner and dancing at the Honeypot Cafe upstairs bar on Friday 30th July from 6.30pm until late! Tickets for a full evening including a two course dinner, music and dancing are $25 (members) and $37 (non-members). Full menu and music details will be available next week. Tickets are limited so book your tickets now! info@gbachristchurch.org.nz

26/07/2010: Red Hearts - Labour Women's group open meeting

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Monday 26th July 6.30pm. Come and hear Dr Jane Nugent talk about elder care, elder abuse and end of life issues at Filadephio's Pizza (function room at the back) 150 Colombo Street, Beckenham, Christchurch. $5 - to cover food that we provide. Come and meet some passionate women working towards better communities. http://www.porthillspulse.org.nz/red-hearts

18/07/2010: Lambda Trampers to Mt Dunblane in Hanmer Springs

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The tramp this Sunday (18 July) is up Mt Dunblane in Hanmer Springs. There's a 8:00 am start for this trip. Mt Dunblane is a lesser known walk in the Hanmer Springs area. The route begins in the valley at the back of the village and climbs steadily to Jacks Pass and onto Mt Dunblane itself and is rated as a medium trip. Warm clothing & good footwear required. Enjoy the sub-alpine scrub for the last section along to the summit. The shared petrol costs are $23 ($17 unwaged). Bring your togs for a dip in the hot pools afterwards. For more details contact Henry on 365-2436. For further information on the Lambda Lattes and Trampers see http://lambdatrampers.webs.com/

17/07/2010: SLEAZE BALL 2010

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Saturday July 17th at THE BEDFORD....Doors open at 9pm. The 3rd Annual Sleaze Ball promises to be a Night of naughty but nice FUN!!! Dress up in your most sexy...most hot...most revealing Outfit and come along! Shows all night....The Living Dolls...The skate Girls....Miss Stella Roadkill.....The Pole Dancers.....Wet jock contest....wet tee shirt contest....Venus Star....Fun and crazy giveaways with your Fabulous MC MISS MOLE....3 hot DJs..DJ Robsta...DJ King Al.....DJ Simon.....Tickets at THE BEDFORD...REAL GROOVY....or COSMIC CORNER....$20.....SEE ya THERE!!!!

16/07/2010: Lambda Trampers Mid-winter Dinner

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LAMBDA TRAMPERS MID-WINTER DINNER – Lambda Trampers invite all of our friends to join us at our annual mid-winter meal on Friday 16th July at 7pm. This year it will be held at the historic Baileys Irish Bar and Restaurant, Cathedral Square (in the Warners Hotel building). We will be having a two course meal from a menu with four choices of main and two choices of dessert. The cost is $36. To reserve your place contact Helen (tel 332 8724, email helenmdavies@xtra.co.nz) Please let her know if you are vegetarian.

07/07/2010: "Aimee & Jaguar" at Women’s Centre

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Women’s Centre Lesbian Movie Night Wednesday 7th July: Aimee & Jaguar. Director Max Farberbock’s film Aimee & Jaguar tells the true story of this unforgettable and passionate love affair, adapted from the 1998 book of the same title by Erica Fischer. In 1943 Berlin, Lilly, is married and enjoys the privileges of her stature as an exemplar of Nazi motherhood, for Lilly this affair will be the most decisive experience of her life. Felice, a dark and beautiful Jewish woman is in constant danger as she works for a Nazi newspaper under a false name, feeding what she learns to underground resistance leaders, she lives on the edge as an allied spy. When the two meet, Felice makes advances, Lilly responds. They nickname each other Aimee (Lilly) and Jaguar (Felice). The two are like yin and yan, opposites who make the other complete. Life and death lie in the balance – life is for living now because the only thing that tomorrow promises is uncertainty. A haft-century later Lilly told her incredible story to writer Erica Fischer and the book, Aimee & Jaguar immediately became a bestseller. This acclaimed adaptation of Fischer’s book won both lead actresses awards at the 1999 Berlin International Film Festival. The film reviews are glowing for this movie; a provocative love story, powerful and touching, a bold and remarkable film, breathtakingly beautiful, wrenching real-life wartime romance, amour at the jugular, an unforgettable film about love, passion and the triumph of the human spirit, startlingly poignant, Aimee & Jaguar is a story about dreams, if you have ever dreamed and if you love cinema you will not want to miss this film.

24/10/2010: THE OSCARS

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The OSCARS: The countries biggest and best Awards Night.....Labour Weekend Sunday October 24th.....At THE BEDFORD. Doors opening at 8pm. Red Carpet at 9pm.
Tickets go on SALE .....July 17th....(at the Sleaze ball at The Bedford.....if you attend this night you can get your ticket to The Oscars for just $10!!!!!..one night Only price!!!!)
Shows are being confirmed....From Auckland NZs top showgirl....BUCKWHEAT.......from Hamilton You love her MISS GLORIASOLE from Dunedin...Drag Icon...MISS CRYSTAL.....From Brazil....Hot Female Troupe STELLA......Local Stars include MISS CINDY....LITTLE MISS CINAMON....SYELLA ROADKILL.....and Actress, Singer.Icon....MISS JANICE GRAY.....in a stunning lineup.....more to be added soon.......The OSCARS the years Biggest Night!

20/06/2010: C.O.O.L. Meeting

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C.O.O.L. (Collective of Older Lesbians - you only have to be 35! ) meets third Sunday of every month, 12 noon. June 20th Avon Loop Cottage 28 Hurley Street, bring your own lunch, tea and coffee provided. Library and petanque. Midwinter christmas lunch postponed until July - pot luck. Contact ; Helen and Noreen 332 5223

18/06/2010: GLBT Dance Party

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GLBT Dance Party ... Friday June 18 at Club SE ... 11 Bedford Row ... Opens 9pm

13/06/2010: Lambda Lattes going Harry Ell Walkway

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LAMBDA LATTES: The walk this Sunday (13 June) is the Harry Ell Walkway from the Sign of the Takahe to the Sign of the Kiwi. Gather at the corner of the Sign of the Takahe at 10am. Tim is leading the wallk and he can be contacted on 332 2844. We are a social walking group for the LGBT community, and all ages are welcome. See our website for further information http://lambdatrampers.webs.com/

13/06/2010: Acoustic Girls @ The Dux de Lux

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Acoustic Girls @ The Dux de Lux in Association with the Christchurch Folk Club, Sunday, 13 June. Doors open at 7:15pm. Performance starts at 8pm. $7members/$12non-members. Four Christchurch-based female acoustic artists take the stage in an all-female night of acoustic music. Singer-Songwriters,Lori-Ellen Grant, Diana Hickey and Lynette Diaz along with finger-style guitarist, Susan L. Grant combine their talents on the night. There will be lots of collaboration and along with originals, plenty of covers to sing-along to!!

Christchurch Launch Function - 2nd AsiaPacific Outgames

2010-06-09T19:27:00.000+12:00

Christchurch Launch Function - 2nd AsiaPacific Outgames: LAST CALL for RSVPs for the launch function which will be held this Saturday 12th June from 5.30 −7pm. Because of catering requirements RSVP is essential by Thursday at noon and there will not be door sales for this function. The evening will include a presentation by the Outgames committee, food and entertainment by cast members from BENT - A Little Gay Cabaret. RSVP NOW to Jill or Darryl: chchoutgames@gmail.com

11/06/2010: Foam Bar

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Foam Bar - Friday 11th June with DJ Danice ~ 8 til late ~ Everyone welcome!

Are kids on your horizon?

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Are kids on your horizon? Are you hoping to become a parent one day or actively planning for this at the moment? If you see parenthood as part of your future, please consider taking part in a research project exploring how lesbians and gay men go about preparing for and achieving this. Participation will involve one or two interviews with the researcher, a PhD student at the University of Canterbury. If you are interested in finding out more about this, contact Nicola Surtees by email: nicola.surtees@canterbury.ac.nz

06/06/2010: LIBERATION - more info

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LIBERATION DANCE PARTY- Throw off your Ugg boots, switch off the heaters and burst on out to Winter’s Hottest Coming Out Party this Queen’s Birthday weekend!
Designed for the GLBT community and friends, LIBERATION 2010 launches itself onto the Christchurch dance party calendar on Sunday June 6th 2010 at BASE nightclub in SOL Square. Starting at 9pm, the PULZAR FM DJ will ensure the latest throbbing dance, house and D&B sounds will pulsate into the wee small hours. BASE offers $6 house drink specials until 11pm with menu available if you’re hungry or need a little ‘balance’ to your night. Tickets are available at $15 from Cosmic Corner (High St and the Palms), Somerset Print, 174 Carlyle St, Sydenham, Mon – Fri 9 – 5pm or online/post by contacting the organisers: liberationparty2010@gmail.com. Tickets will be available from Friday 21 May or booked earlier via email and online payment. Door sales will be strictly limited, so get in quick! If you have to chance your arm on the night, door sales, if still available, will be at the pre-sale price of $15 before 10.30pm or $20 after 10.30pm. Join us on Facebook! Liberation Dance Party

27/05/2010: Over 50's Sunday Brunch

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Over 50's Sunday Brunch for Women: This group will meet at Under the Red Verandah, 502 Worcester Street on Sunday 30 May at 10.30am. Places are limited to 10 this month because of venue restrictions so be in quick to book your place by phoning Gilda or Alice on 3838544 or e-mail alie.gilda@clear.net.nz by Thursday 27 May.

21/05/2010: Foam Bar

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Foam Bar ~ May 21st ~ Gay Friday with a Twist! 30 Bedford Row ~ 8pm til 1am with DJ Danice.

21/05/2010: Swallows and Amazons

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Swallows and Amazons: This is a social/dining group for single lesbians in their 30s and 40s. The next event will be on Friday 21 May. Contact Amanda Ph 942-1132 for more details.

24/10/2010: THE OSCARS

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THE OSCARS: Labour Weekend SUNDAY October 24th. Voting Opens next week at Pride week Events....grab your voting form and VOTE! The Oscars will be having a New Look....new venue...less show and more Dance!...12 awards will be up for grabs this year and it will be the night of the year.....From Auckland NZs top Drag Megastar...BUCKWHEAT.....and From Dunedin The stunning MISS CRYSTAL..are already confirmed......This year we will be donating to Paw Justice....go to www.pawjustice.com....to learn more! Table seating is NOW being booked.....if you want a table in our VIP table area......see Miss Mole during Pride week to confirm your table!

06/06/2010: LIBERATION - an all new Dance party

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LIBERATION - an all new Dance party for the GLBT community & friends, with a 'little London' club feel. Sunday 6 June 2010. The latest throbbing D&B & House sounds & pulsating light show. Entertainment & prizes. Sexy, saucey, hot and hazy... Dress to impress! See next week's Notices for ticketing details or email liberationparty2010@gmail.com.

16/05/2010: C.O.O.L. meeting

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C.O.O.L. (Collective of Older Lesbians - you only have to be 35! ) meets third Sunday of the month. May 16th - 12 noon Avon Loop Cottage 28 Hurley Street Bring your lunch Tea and coffee provided.
Library - extensive, Petanque available. Contact: Helen or Noreen 332 5223

12/05/2010: Gay Bingo

2010-05-10T19:36:00.001+12:00

Q-topia is running due to popular demand Gay Bingo on Wednesday 12th May at Hagley Community Colege from 7pm. It is a BYO evening and will be hosted by Aunty Pipi and Mertle who have in store some fun and fabulous prizes to give away. Q-topia has seen an amazing growth within the last year, so much in fact we have had to find a larger venue to meet. We see up to 40 members attending a week and it is truely amazing to see so many young members thrive, feel comfortable with themselves, make great friends and simply be proud of who they are within a friendly and safe environment. Its now that we really need to fundraise to keep Q-topia going strong.

15/05/2010: Fantasy Ball

2010-05-10T19:35:00.001+12:00

Fantasy Ball: Once Upon a Time. Saturday 15th May: The Bedford, Cnr of Madras and Bedford Row, 9pm - Late, Tickets $20
Dress up for adult bedtime stories! Prizes for best dressed. Featuring DJ Phil, Miss Mole, Miss Gloriousole, Little Miss Cinnamon, Miss Cindy, Le’Sha and Kurt de’Flurt. Tickets from: The Bedford 46 Bedford Row or NZAF 269 Hereford St.

15/05/2010: Queer Fair

2010-05-10T19:26:00.000+12:00

Queer Fair SATURDAY 15th MAY, CPSA (Orange Building opp Countdown), CPIT Campus Madras St, 11am - 2pm. A GLBT Community celebration for all the family. Showcasing local Christchurch Community Groups, food stalls, White Elephant, face painting, entertainment and games. Contact: Hamish Milne (03) 379 1953 or Email: hamish.milne@nzaf.org.nz

Social Group: Thuesdays at C1 Café

2010-04-22T19:00:00.000+12:00

Social Group: We have a group of about 40 people (average a weekly attendance of about 30 mixed Homosexual, lesbian, Straight) who meet for coffee. It's an open group event that is in place as a social networking and friendship finding alternative to any on-line sites. It's a safe, friendly and welcoming envrionment, a time for people to relax and be themselves. It has proven to be a popular event and we would love to see more women there. We meet every Tuesday from 8pm at C1 cafe on High Street.
Should anyone need a contact or support person to welcome them into the group (as we all know walking into a group of 30 can be a little scary) then please contact Joe on 0210635931 joe_4712@hotmail.com

25/04/2010: Lambda Trampers to Purple Hill

2010-04-22T18:59:00.000+12:00

LAMBDA TRAMPERS: The tramp this Sunday (25 April) is up Purple Hill. Purple Hill is the prominent hill behind Lake Pearson on the way to Arthur’s Pass. We will be ascending 900m to the summit of Purple Hill (1600m), traverse along the ridge and possibly descend to Flock Hill Station. Meet at the corner of Montreal and Peterborough Streets at 8am (note early start time). The tramp is rated hard, and involves quite a bit of uphill walking. Bring warm clothing, tramping boots, a waterproof jacket lunch and plenty to drink. The leader of this walk is Amanda (tel 942 1132) and the shared petrol costs are approximately $15, or $11 if unwaged. We are a social tramping group for the LGBT community, and all ages are welcome. See our website for further information http://www.lambdanz.webs.com/

14/05/2010: WOMEN'S STAR SHOW PARTY

2010-04-19T23:59:00.000+12:00

WOMEN'S STAR SHOW PARTY FRI 14 MAY ...THE WOMEN'S NIGHT OF THE YEAR: Sensational Show with performances by Eye-popping Punk Acrobatic Twistytwinz who have performed all over the world. Drag King Acts will entertain as only Drag Kings can. Groove and party with the most number of Women in one place in Christchurch.
Come as your fav Star for the night and win prizes. Or take a spotlight on the night! ICONIC upstairs, full clubbing sound, DJ, full bar service. $5 house drinks 8 till 10pm.
Entry at door $12 waged, $10 unwaged.

11/05/2010: KEY GBA PRIDE EVENT

2010-04-19T23:58:00.000+12:00

BIZWITS TUE 11TH MAY ......KEY GBA PRIDE EVENT (Gay, Bisexual ,Lesbian, Transgender Business Association) www.gbachristchurch.org.nz
A great line up of Celebrity Speakers will make this a most interesting and informative BIZWITS. Christchurch Mayor Hon. Bob Parker is our Key Speaker for this event.
He will be joined by Community Board Members and other well known business personalities. For this special event we have arranged a great value finger food and drink deal for $20.00 pp. Choose from a menu of 9 items and quality wine, beer, or juice.Entry is $10 non members, $5 members...join on the night and take full advantage of all GBA benefits! ELEVATE Function Centre is the Venue www.elevatebar.co.nz. We meet from 5.30 to mingle and our speakers start at 6.30, with an interval and finish for 8.30 or so. RSVP/ enquiries Suzy Lawson GBA Exec suzlaw@xtra.co.nz 021 207 6605

10-16/05/2010: Christchurch Pride Week

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Christchurch Pride Week: May 10-16th. To download a brochure of events - go to : http://www.chchprideweek.org.nz/

02/05/2010: Over 50's Sunday Brunch

2010-04-19T23:54:00.000+12:00

Over 50's Sunday Brunch Club for Women: This group will meet at Bealey's Speights Ale House, 263 Bealey Ave on Sunday 2nd May at 10.30am, a week later than usual because of Anzac Day falling on the last Sunday of April. You can book your place by phoning Gilda or Alice on 3838544 or e-mail alie.gilda@clear.net.nz by Wednesday 28 April.

Wellington OUTGAMES

2010-04-07T05:52:00.001+12:00

Wellington OUTGAMES: March 12-19 2011. Get a team together (or not!) and head upto Wellington next March. Would be awesome to have a strong Christchurch contingent - and this is the closest we'll get to a Gay Games for a long while!! Check out http://www.wellingtonoutgames.com/home

Christchurch Pride Week programme

2010-04-07T05:51:00.001+12:00

Christchurch Pride Week programme launches this Easter Weekend! Pick one up form cafes and shops around town. Check out the website www.chchprideweek.org.nz and join the Facebook group.

Rainbow Riders

2010-04-07T05:49:00.000+12:00

Rainbow Riders: A cycle group for gays and lesbians. Meets on the corner of Peterborough and Montreal Streets on Saturday mornings at 10am. Rides are determined on the day according to who turns up so all levels of fitness are catered for. Allow about 3 hours for the ride amd a time to socialise afterwards. Contact Davinia at 385 2573 or Larry 366 8779 for details or check out the website http://www.rainbowriders.webs.com/ or just turn up!

Swallows and Amazons dining group

2010-04-07T05:48:00.001+12:00

Swallows and Amazons: Interested in good food and great people? This is a social/dining group for single lesbians in their 30s and 40s. Contact Amanda Ph 942-1132 for details of the next event.

07/04/2010: Lesbian Movie Night at the Women's Centre

2010-03-26T09:52:00.000+13:00

Lesbian Movie Night at the Women's Centre: Level 2, 134 Manchester Street (between Cashel Street and Bedford Row). Wednesday 7 April 2010, from 7 - 9 pm. The door to the building will be open from 6.45 pm to 7 pm sharp. Gold coin donation. Through Rainbow Coloured Glasses: How did the Queer community survive and thrive in the establishment of Christchurch city over the last five decades? Through Rainbow Coloured Glasses is an entertaining and engaging film, part documentary, part testimonial and part dramatisation that focuses on the local Queer community's development, celebrations and struggle for rights over the last 50 years. The filmakers, Toni Keevil and Meshell Edgecombe describe their documentary as hard hitting, deeply honest, embracing and at times hysterical, we glimpse the scope of the human struggle and celebration that encapsulates how a community is defined and ultimately defines itself

28/03/2010: Over 50's Sunday Brunch for Gay Women

2010-03-26T09:51:00.002+13:00

Over 50's Sunday Brunch for Gay Women: If you are over 50 and interested in the conversation and friendship dining together can provide how about joining us at Browsers Garden Cafe, 110A Riccarton Road, on Sunday 28 March at 10.30am. You can book your place by phoning Gilda or Alice on 3838544 or email alie.gilda@clear.net.nz by Wednesday 24 March.

Julie Lassen – Civil Union Celebrant

2010-03-26T09:50:00.001+13:00

Julie Lassen – Civil Union Celebrant – I love being involved with Civil Union ceremonies. I look forward making your day special with my relaxed and positive approach. Check my website and give me a call. www.civilunioncelebrant.co.nz. Phone 337 8108.

Lesbian Celebrant

2010-03-26T09:49:00.000+13:00

Lesbian Celebrant available for your special day - Civil Unions, Naming Ceremonies, Graduation Celebration, any Formal/Informal event - I can assist! I am a funloving, young at heart 34 year old woman experienced in officiating at all sorts of celebrations. Very reasonable fee. Email: kelly.filia@xtra.co.nz or ph/text 027 461 4144

Charlotte Museum: Artefacts of lesbian culture

2010-03-26T09:48:00.000+13:00

Charlotte Museum: The Charlotte Museum Trust collects and preserves artefacts of lesbian culture such as labrys, music, theatre, film, literature, art and other memorabilia from early lesbian life in New Zealand / Aotearoa. Currently we have a collection of 127 lesbian cultural artifacts: Labrys (in bone, glass and silver), domestic ware, lesbian ceramics, 1700 lesbian books and many of the early magazines from both New Zealand and overseas.For more information go to: www.charlottemuseum.lesbian.net.nz

UniQ

2010-03-10T10:31:00.000+13:00

We hold a meeting every wednesday from 11am - 2pm during term time in the Steed Meeting Room, UCSA Building, Ilam rd.
For more information people can contact us on uniq.canterbury@gmail.com or Jonny 021 548 830
Our lunches are held to enable members to network and socialise.

Q-topia

2010-03-10T10:30:00.001+13:00

Q-topia is a social support network for queer youth (or youth who are questioning their sexual identity) in the Canterbury region aged 14-25. We run regular social events and aim to have a lot of fun. We meet weekly, some of our events include coffee nights, movies, picnics, ten pin bowling, go-kart racing, watching DVDs or simply hanging out. Q-topia provides a social support group for queer youth that affirms and appreciates the diverse qualities of participants. By providing a safe and interesting space for queer youth to meet others, Q-topia aims to provide an environment where those who attend the group can safely explore issues and be supported in having pride in who they are.

24/03/2010: Qtopia Fundraiser Special Screening

2010-03-10T10:25:00.000+13:00

Qtopia Fundraiser Special Screening of Tim Burton's Alice In Wonderland: Wednesday 24 March, 8pm, Hoyts Riccarton. $20 Waged/$15 unwaged. Available from NZAF 269 Hereford Street or call 021 175 3631 or email q_topia@hotmail.com. Come dressed in your maddest hat for fabulous spot prizes.

12/03/2010: WOMEN'S DANCE PARTY NIGHT

2010-03-10T10:24:00.001+13:00

A MUCH ASKED FOR WOMEN'S DANCE PARTY NIGHT WILL BE ON FRI 12TH MARCH UPSTAIRS AT ICONIC 8PM TILL LATE: Women bar staff and security on door, pool tables, covered outdoor space with seating, bar snacks available, great dance floor and sound system. Woman DJ to keep you grooving all night. Enjoy another awesome night with shoulder to shoulder women as we take over the club. $8.00 on door, nibbles, $5.00 beers, house wine and house spirits from 8 till 10pm.
$5.00 entry to volunteers for the door roster half hour each. Suzy 021 207 6605 to go on a roster..great way to meet other women!!!

06/02/2010: Social mixers in the park

2010-01-29T10:40:00.006+13:00

Arthur hosts social mixers once a month. The next one will be Feb 6 in the Botanical gardens from 12-3 on Armstrong Lawn (a corner of the Botanical gardens tucked away, but still easily accessible). It's just NW of the Curators house right across from the Arts Centre.
It's a BYO food and drink social mixer. Should be a good time and we are keeping our fingers crossed for nice weather! =) We are encouraging people to brink blankets and/or frisbees. Please contact Arthur at arthurla711@gmail.com for more information or look up the event "Make new gays...Part Deux" on facebook.

Childcare

2010-01-29T10:32:00.001+13:00

CHILDCARE: In home childcare available in St Albans. My partner and I have a four month old daughter and are really excited about providing a fun and safe learning environment for the children in our care. I am currently working towards my National Certificate in Early Childcare Certificate (level 3) and am supported by a professional and experienced team. I am available to provide full time care (Monday to Friday) for two over 2s. If you would like further information please phone 03 3520193; reference Shaye.

05/02/2010: Foam Bar

2010-01-29T10:30:00.000+13:00

Foam Bar ~ Friday Feb 5 ~ Bro Online's Next Top Model 2010 http://www.broonline.co.nz/bro-blog/article/bro-onlines-next-top-model Join Miss Ribena and her hosts as they search for Christchurch’s hottest hottie to join the Bro Online crew. Garden City Beach Party theme. Registrations from 8pm. Featuring DJ Danice on the wheels of steel. Plus lots of spot prizes on the night. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=441318355296&ref=ts

31/01/2010: LAMBDA TRAMPERS to Torlesse Gap

2010-01-29T10:29:00.001+13:00

LAMBDA TRAMPERS: The tramp this Sunday (31 January) is to Torlesse Gap - the big gap in the Torlesse range visible as you make your way by car to Porters Pass. This is a hard tramp and is suitable for fit trampers only. Meet at the corner of Montreal and Peterborough Streets at 8am (note early departure time). Bring warm clothing, tramping boots, a waterproof jacket lunch and plenty to drink. The leader of this walk is Graham (tel 389 3831) and the shared petrol costs are approximately $11, or $10 if unwaged. We are a social tramping group for the LGBT community, and all ages are welcome. See our website for further information http://www.lambdanz.webs.com/

31/01/2010: Over 50’s Sunday Brunch

2010-01-29T10:27:00.002+13:00

Over 50’s Sunday Brunch for Gay Women: Looking for an alternative to the pace and noise of the pub/club scene? If you are over 50 and interested in the conversation and friendship dining together can provide how about joining the Sunday Brunch Club. This is a new group, which will meet on the last Sunday of each month (Jan 31st will be the first) at different Christchurch cafes and restaurants. You can book your place by phoning Gilda or Alice on 383 8544 or email alie.gilda@clear.net.nz

Emotional Support

2010-01-29T10:27:00.001+13:00

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT: Many of our life experiences bring strong feelings with them and sometimes we can be unsure about how to deal with these. When held-in feelings accumulate over time we can start to feel that life has lost its balance. Pascha Therapy provides support so that you can come to understand what your feelings are about and how you might respond to them. For more information and to make an appointment, phone Karen on 357 8481 (evenings).

01/04/2010: Lambda Trampers Easter Cycling Trip

2010-01-29T10:24:00.000+13:00

Lambda Trampers Easter Cycling Trip in Central Otago: What: Camping Trip. Start Time: 01 April at 09:30. End Time: 05 April at 18:30. Where: Central Otago Rail Trail and Dunstan trail. Central Otago. Contact Stuart on; stuartdouce@gmail.com

03/02/2010: Lesbian Movie Night

2010-01-29T10:23:00.000+13:00

Lesbian Movie Night: Wednesday 3 February at the Women's Centre, level 2, 134 Manchester Street (between Cashel Street and Bedford Row). From 7 - 9 pm. Door downstairs closes at 7 pm sharp, so please make sure you are on time and allow some time to find parking if you come in by car. The movie for this night will be "If these walls could talk." We look forward to seeing you at the Women's Centre.

01/02/2010: Christchurch Pride Week 2010: 1st committee meeting

2010-01-29T10:22:00.002+13:00

Christchurch Pride Week 2010: The first committee meeting for planning the 2010 Pride Week is being held on the 1st Feb, if you have a little time to spare and are interested in helping to make this years event bigger and better than ever, the committee would love to hear from you. The meeting is being held at NZAF 269 Hereford St, 7-9pm on 1st Feb 2010. For further information contact Anne on 027 228 6159 tiggial@hotmail.com or Hamish on hamish.milne@nzaf.org.nz

31/01/2010: The Three Ls @ Al's Bar

2010-01-29T10:21:00.001+13:00

The Three Ls @ Al's Bar: 31 January, 2010. Doors open 7:00pm, $5 Cover. Liz Wilson, Lynette Diaz and Lisa Baxter claim the stage @ Al's Bar (31 Dundas Street) for individual sets of Acoustic music, both original and covers. What a great way to relax on a Sunday evening. Have a glass of vino and chill with friends for a night of music with three of the richest voices Christchurch has on offer!

Registered Civil Union Celebrant

2010-01-29T10:19:00.000+13:00

Mary Mason – Registered Civil Union Celebrant – I have experience with Civil Union ceremonies and will respectfully listen to your wishes and willingly give you the ceremony you require, to make your celebration personal and meaningful. All enquiries welcome: 027 368 4691- mary@celebrant4u.co.nz - www.celebrant4u.co.nz

Intuitive Therapy

2010-01-29T10:18:00.000+13:00

INTUITIVE THERAPY is a great form of support if you want to bring about some changes in your life as it helps you identify what you really want and what may be holding you back from achieving it. So if you have a New Year’s resolution to take action and would like some support to help get things underway then it would be my pleasure to support you in this. Phone Karen Wason on phone 357 8481 evenings for an appointment. For more information go to www.nzait.org.nz and see my profile under Therapists.

2011 Wellington Outgames

2010-01-29T10:17:00.001+13:00

Full Steam ahead toward 2011 Wellington Outgames: Wellington will welcome people from across the Asia Pacific and beyond for a week of sporting and cultural excitment from 12- 19 March 2011. GLISA-AP held a site visit and conducted progress report and have given Wellington 2011's preparations for the 2nd Asia Pacific Outgames the thumbs up. For more information on the Wellington Out Games go to: http://www.clubsonline.com.au/news/index.cfm?fuseaction=display_main&NewsID=11125&orgid=4166. For more information on GLISA go to: http://www.glisaap.org/. [If any of you have been to or heard about the OutGames or Gay Games - this is the 'local' equivalent and a great chance to participate in such an event close to home. This is NOT just for sporting enthusiasts but will be a great cultural and generally 'gay' event where you'll be surrounded by more gay people than you will have ever dreamed of!!! Definitely worth looking into!]

27/02/2010: Miss Mole's and Fur Purse's Farewell Happening

2010-01-29T10:16:00.000+13:00

The Final Gig.....Miss Mole's and Fur Purse's Farewell Happening.....yes,two of the Cities Icons are leaving! Farewell Party and get together will be happening FEB 27th. At THE BEDFORD.....watch for more details soon and how you can get your free invite ticket.....Shows....and DVD screen highlighting past events and shows dating back some 25 years!!!! This will be a night not to miss!

Accommodation on the Central Otago Rail Trail

2009-12-26T13:38:00.001+13:00

Nice Accommodation on the Central Otago Rail Trail: I’m running the Crow's Nest Accommodation in Oturehua for this summer. It's a lovely area with two en-suite cabins, a bach, a backpacker (bunkroom) and tent sites. We also have a hot tub in the garden with a beautiful view. If you are planning on doing the Rail Trail, or you are in the area, you have to stay at this awesome place! Even for a weekend away it's a nice place to relax. Check out the website: www.crowsnestnz.blogtown.co.nz Looking forward to see you at the Crow's Nest in Oturehua! Julia & Partner, 02102568876 or crowsnestnz@gmail.com

Holiday/ weekend rental at Charteris Bay

2009-12-26T13:36:00.001+13:00

Holiday/ weekend rental at Charteris Bay: a styley bach owned by two women with all the mod cons, was our home until we relocated. Surrounding decks with magnificent views over the harbour. Has very comfortable sleep out with outside bath. Sleeps 4-6 people, or great for two couples. $125 per night, min 2 nights or book for 7 pay for 6 nights. Contact www.bankspeninsulaholidayhomes.co.nz click on Bayhaven for more details.

17/1/2010: C.O.O.L. Meeting

2009-12-26T13:31:00.002+13:00

C.O.O.L. (Collective of Older Lesbians - age 35 plus only) meets third Sunday of the month. In January we meet at Woodend Beach. Sunday 17th January 12 noon - look for the purple flag in the picnic area. Bring your own lunch. contacts: Helen and Noreen 332 5223. (By the way we meet at Woodend Beach on Boxing Day too!)

31/12/2009: New Year's Eve Party

2009-12-26T13:30:00.000+13:00

New Year's Eve Party at Foam Bar! This will be a Gay Thursday - Open 8pm and going till Dawn! Call in for some United Insanity. There will be Randomness and Drinks Specials this December 31st at Foam with DJ Danice.

Emotional Support

2009-12-10T16:08:00.001+13:00

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT: I am an Intuitive Therapist providing emotional and spiritual support for those who would like some guidance in their life. It is a wonderful form of feeling based counselling and also a wonderful journey of self discovery. I am now in a position to see new clients. I work from my home in Burnside and am available for individual sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays after business hours and some Saturdays may be possible. I am available for appointments through the Christmas / New Year period. For more information about intuitive therapy see the website for the New Zealand Association of Intuitive and Pascha Therapists: http://www.nzait.org.nz/ . You will see my profile on this website under "Therapists". For more information or to make an appointment phone Karen Wason on 357 8481 (evenings).

Waikuku Beach Holiday House

2009-12-10T15:55:00.000+13:00

WAIKUKU BEACH Holiday house: Attractive modern decor, beautiful bathroom and kitchen. Large decks at front and back with bbq. Sleeps 5 - 1 double and 3 singles. 5 minute walk to the beach. Sit outside in the evenings and watch the stars listening to the sound of the ocean.....bliss. $90 per night or negotiable for longer periods. Available over the xmas holidays! Phone Bernice or Emma for bookings 3322000.

Multitalent to hire

2009-12-10T15:54:00.000+13:00

Professional mature woman available to: garden, mow lawns, clean, paint, child mind, help with special needs children (qualified in this area) and house - sit short or long term (cats ok) from New Year onwards. Phone Deborah on 389 0822

Dog walking

2009-12-10T15:53:00.000+13:00

Dog walking: My name is Doon I am trained in Animal Care which includes First Aid and Canine Behaviour. I am available to walk your Dog(s) (Babies) at those times that you are unable, mon-fri 9-5. I have a clear understanding of canine nature and an natural affinity for dogs. Dogs would generally be walked in their immediate area (Neighbourhood) which increases their feelings of security, through familiarity of their 'home range', extended territory. References can be provided if required. Costs between 10-20dollars per one hour walk, depending on where you live and how far i have to travel to reach you. Phone; 027 2800720.

29-31/01/2010: queer youth 'Link Hui'

2009-12-10T15:52:00.000+13:00

Q-Youth in Nelson is hosting a queer youth 'Link Hui' January 29th-31st 2010. If you know any young people interested in attending, please follow this link http://qyouth.webs.com/linkhui.htm. If travelling from Christchurch, please also contact QTopia youth group, which has some members attending. email q_topia@hotmail.com

20/12/2009: C.O.O.L. Pot luck Christmas Lunch

2009-12-10T15:50:00.000+13:00

C.O.O.L. (Collective of Older Lesbians - age 35 plus only!). Meets third Sunday of each month. 12 noon Avon Loop Cottage, 28 Hurley Street - December 20th - Pot luck Christmas Lunch - bring $2 gift to put in Santa's bag. Library and petanque set. Pleasant garden. Contact : Noreen and Helen 332 5223

13/12/2009: LAMBDA LATTES walk

2009-12-10T15:48:00.002+13:00

LAMBDA LATTES: The walk this Sunday (13 December) is from the Sign of the Takehe to the Sign of the Kiwi. Meet at the Sign of the Takahe for a 10am departure. John is leading the wallk and he can be contacted on 379 0585. We are a social walking group for the LGBT community, and all ages are welcome. See our website for further information http://www.lambdanz.webs.com/

Woman carpenter

2009-11-27T14:31:00.001+13:00

Woman carpenter, trade qualified, specializing in decks, pergolas, fences, small renovation jobs, tiling etc. Great Hourly rate. Contact Jo on 027 230 6320. jujo777@gmail.com. Happy to travel!!

02/12/2009: 'Aimee and Jaguar' at the Womens Centre

2009-11-27T14:30:00.000+13:00

Lesbian Movie night at the Womens Centre: Wednesday 2nd December. We'll start at just after 7pm. Gold coin donation. Coffee and tea provided. Doors open 6.45pm till 7 pm. The Womens Centre is at Level 2, 134 Manchester St. (near Cashel St corner). 'Aimee and Jaguar'. Note that there will be No movie night in January - so the next one will be on Wednesday 3 February 2010! support@womenscentre.co.nz www.womenscentre.co.nz

29/11/2009: LAMBDA LATTES: Sumner beach to Scarborough Hill

2009-11-27T14:29:00.001+13:00

LAMBDA LATTES: The walk this Sunday (29 November) is along Sumner beach and up Scarborough Hill. Meet at the first car park on the left, after Shag Rock. The leader of this walk is Lesley (tel 980 7420). We are a social walking group for the LGBT community, and all ages are welcome. See our website for further information on the lattes group and also the tramping group (which does longer day trips) http://www.lambdanz.webs.com/

28/11/2009: Christmas in the Park

2009-11-27T14:26:00.000+13:00

This Saturday night show starts at 7.30pm in Hagley Park. Look out for the 'rainbow flag' in front of the stage. Bring a picnic dinner, drink and rug. Be social. Meet new friends. Sing. Enjoy. Be happy. Open invite, please forward to all your friends. Show starts at 7.30pm but we will be there from 5.30pm.