Karori, Wellington

(Not A) Friday Feathered Friend

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Technically it is not a Feathered Friend but this a lovely pic from Rosa Marie after her recent visit to Zealandia. Weta used to be much more common, when was the last time you saw a weta in your garden?

Way Back Wednesday

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This should be pretty easy.

Folding Geometry Shapes

Leslie and Mike from Wilton

In very excellent condition.
Create 3-D forms to bring geometric concepts to life
Teach hands-on lessons in symmetry, perimeter, area, surface area, and volume
Transparent geometric shapes plus their corresponding fold-up net inserts include: cylinder, square pyramid, cube, rectangular prism, cone,… View moreIn very excellent condition.
Create 3-D forms to bring geometric concepts to life
Teach hands-on lessons in symmetry, perimeter, area, surface area, and volume
Transparent geometric shapes plus their corresponding fold-up net inserts include: cylinder, square pyramid, cube, rectangular prism, cone, hexagonal prism, triangular pyramid, and triangular prism
16-piece set (8 transparent and 8 folding shapes)

Price: $35

Fraction Pie Puzzles

Leslie and Mike from Wilton

Select a card, place the starting pieces, and then complete the circles with the remaining fraction pie pieces. Will one-third solve the puzzle? What about 2 one-sixths? This kinaesthetic way to reinforce basic fraction concepts teaches students how fractional parts make up a whole and about … View moreSelect a card, place the starting pieces, and then complete the circles with the remaining fraction pie pieces. Will one-third solve the puzzle? What about 2 one-sixths? This kinaesthetic way to reinforce basic fraction concepts teaches students how fractional parts make up a whole and about equivalencies, common denominators, and multiples. Levelled from easy to difficult and self-correcting, the puzzles are perfect as a small group or centre activity. It's an entertaining way for students to challenge the brain and understand fractions! Includes game board, 50 levelled puzzle cards (easy to challenging), 65 foam fraction pieces, and guide. Solutions included for every puzzle. For 1 to 2 players.

Price: $35

Free double mattress

Neil from Thorndon

Free double mattress in very clean condition. Please bring a helper, it's easy access to the street, just five steps. Would suit a spare bedroom, student flat etc. Call me on 027 499 1212 to arrange collection. Neil

Free

Free double mattress

Neil from Thorndon

Free double mattress in very clean condition. Please bring a helper, it's easy access to the street, just five steps. Would suit a spare bedroom, student flat etc. Call me on 027 499 1212 to arrange collection. Neil

Free

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Miriam

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This week we feature Miriam.
"I am currently in a foster home with my sisters, and my foster mum says I am timid but become friendly with time and patience... can you give that to me? I would do best in a quiet and stable home, with people around to offer me support. I would not settle with a … View moreThis week we feature Miriam.
"I am currently in a foster home with my sisters, and my foster mum says I am timid but become friendly with time and patience... can you give that to me? I would do best in a quiet and stable home, with people around to offer me support. I would not settle with a busy home or one with young children. I am quite a chatter box and have a very playful side. If this sounds like your kind of cat , please get in touch and we will put you in touch with my foster mum."

Have you ever thought about irrigation to maintain your garden?

Joshua from Kelburn Price Smart Landscaping and Gardeners

Irrigation is an essential, yet sometimes challenging part of garden maintenance. Price Smart will provide you with an adapted irrigation system and install it for you.
Give us a call at 027 252 1771 or go to www.pricesmart.co.nz... to organize a site visit.

Warm welcome to Competenz!

Competenz

We're very excited to announce Competenz as our new Neighbourly partner. Competenz is an Industry Training Organisation and helps people develop their skills on the job.

We truly believe in the work they do to help people gain apprenticeships, build their skills and work alongside New … View moreWe're very excited to announce Competenz as our new Neighbourly partner. Competenz is an Industry Training Organisation and helps people develop their skills on the job.

We truly believe in the work they do to help people gain apprenticeships, build their skills and work alongside New Zealand businesses.

Please join us in welcoming Competenz and stay tuned for job listings and other exciting content! Find out more

Friday Feathered Friend

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This week we have a pic by Rosa Marie from a recent trip to Zealandia.

Karori Lions recent E-Waste Recycling Day

Bulletin Editor from Karori Lions Club

Karori Lions wish to thank our community, and those from neighbouring communities, for your generosity. Last Saturday we ran our twice-yearly e-waste drop off collection at the Karori Community Centre, which proved to be as popular as ever. While volumes were not markedly up, many customers were … View moreKarori Lions wish to thank our community, and those from neighbouring communities, for your generosity. Last Saturday we ran our twice-yearly e-waste drop off collection at the Karori Community Centre, which proved to be as popular as ever. While volumes were not markedly up, many customers were exceptionally generous with the donations they made in return for leaving their unwanted electronic goods with us. All net proceeds from Lions projects are returned to the community. A double whammy here was that the company ultimately receiving the goods was Recycling for Charity, who make a contribution to charities from their profits derived from refurbishing or recycling the goods (in a guaranteed data secure and environmentally sound manner).
Pictured: Some Karori Lions with the Recycling for Charity team gearing up for an avalanche of electronic waste and surplus goods.

Guide for Carers

Office for Seniors

The Ministry of Social Development has recently updated the Guide for Carers, a valuable resource for those who care for family, whānau, āiga or friends with a health condition, a disability, an injury, or a physical or mental illness.

It covers a range of topics such as financial help, … View moreThe Ministry of Social Development has recently updated the Guide for Carers, a valuable resource for those who care for family, whānau, āiga or friends with a health condition, a disability, an injury, or a physical or mental illness.

It covers a range of topics such as financial help, assessing needs, getting help at home and being able to take a break from caring.

The Guide for Carers is available online now: bit.ly...

For more information about resources like this and other advice, read our SuperSeniors newsletter: bit.ly...

Addictive Eaters Anonymous

The Team from Addictive Eaters Anonymous - Wellington

Monthly AEA Worldwide Web events are held on the third Sunday of each month.
For May it is 8.00 am on Sunday 17th.
For newcomers interested in receiving a Zoom invitation for the event, please email aeawebevent@gmail.com.

Too cold to get into the garden? Are your paths slippery and hazardous?

Steven from Steve's Jobs

As we head into winter, the weather's making it more difficult to do the jobs around the house you've been meaning to get to...we get it!

With a group of five hardy, all-weather loving guys on the team, we can get to these jobs for you and we do a great job!

Now is the perfect time to … View moreAs we head into winter, the weather's making it more difficult to do the jobs around the house you've been meaning to get to...we get it!

With a group of five hardy, all-weather loving guys on the team, we can get to these jobs for you and we do a great job!

Now is the perfect time to waterblast slippery footpaths, courtyards and decks. It's also a great time for giving the lawn some TLC and to mulch garden beds, so you don't have to worry about pulling weeds over the winter.

Offering a variety of services, Steve's Jobs can enhance your outdoors (whether it's your own place or a rental property) and we have availability NOW.

Check out our website which has before and after pics, testimonials and a full list of services at www.stevesjobs.co.nz... and feel free to get in touch.

Enjoy the end of the week and the weekend ahead!

Cheers,

Steve

Term 2 Adult Classes at Karori Arts and Crafts

Karori Arts & Crafts Centre Inc

18 May – 29 Jun from Tue 1-4pm.

Contemporary Semi Abstract Painting with Rachel Helson.
A class to introduce painting in a contemporary semi abstract style. Rachel will cover technique and approaches to composing landscapes, still life and floral studies working in either acrylic, oil, pastel … View more18 May – 29 Jun from Tue 1-4pm.

Contemporary Semi Abstract Painting with Rachel Helson.
A class to introduce painting in a contemporary semi abstract style. Rachel will cover technique and approaches to composing landscapes, still life and floral studies working in either acrylic, oil, pastel or mixed media. She will also explore the use of mediums to add texture and depth to your work. Painting experience advised in oil, acrylic or pastel.
Cost: $180 non-members

Thu 13th May - 1 July from 2-4.30pm

Learn how to paint in Acrylic with Jenny Greig
Jenny will introduce beginners and painters who want an opportunity to paint with acrylic and receive guidance and/or feedback. Gain core skills in: 1) blending and shading to develop a landscape then 2) colour, shape and form to paint a vase of flowers (still life), 3) composition ie arranging elements of a picture to get the result you want. Then 4) scale and realism: how to paint figures in a beach scene (perspective), 5) light and shade in portraits - from a photo. Cost: $210 non-members, $22 materials week 1

Friday 11 June to 2 July from 2-4pm

Printmaking for Beginners with Margaret Taylor

Learn the basics of printmaking in a small group with an experienced printmaker. Margaret will demonstrate a new technique weekly that you can try with her support. Those with experience can extend their practice and develop their expertise with her guidance. Week 4 involves a shorter timeframe, 1 hour each but 1-to-1 with Margaret rather than the whole class together. Term1 participants found that this reinforces earlier lessons. You also learn how to: manage dirty and clean spaces and ink properly and use the printing press. Cost: $140 non-members plus $10 materials

Enroll at www.kacc.org.nz... or email Margaret at info@kacc.org.nz for more information. Membership for the year costs $55 and gives access to untutored groups and cheaper class fees.