Children's Arts Therapy
This 10-week children's arts therapy group utilizes creative processes to assist young individuals in expressing themselves. Our current focus is on children experiencing challenges with self-confidence.
Activities for this term encompass painting, clay work, sensory exploration, 3D construction, sand tray activities, and engagement with natural materials.
Facilitated by two arts therapists, this workshop is suitable for children comfortable with group settings.
Taking place in our Hamilton art workshop space, the group is limited to 11 children. The fee of $60 covers one or two children aged 8-12 years residing in the same household.
Term 2 consists of 10 sessions
Starts Thursday 2nd May
4pm - 5.30pm
Book here - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?
Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.
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84.2% Yes
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13.7% No
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The days of paying extra for is over at Wild Bean cafe but don’t expect your favourite city espresso haunt to follow their lead any time soon.
BP Australia and New Zealand took a “plant-based milk now at no extra cost” stance earlier this month as customers opting for the dairy alternatives tripled between 2017 and 2019.