We have lots of events & workshops run throughout the year at Highbury House. See details below for what we have on at the moment.
If you have any questions about below or would like to express interest to hold an event or workshop here please contact us on 09 4805279 or email admin@highburyhouse.org.nz
For monthly up to date information of what’s happening at the house click here for our Newsletter.
Islamic Culture Workshop
Friday 16th April | 1:00-2:00pm
Come & join us on an exciting journey through Muslim culture around the world. You will….
Learn about Islamic arts, customs, festivals for Muslims and much more
Learn to pronounce Arabic words
Write your name in Arabic script
Taste delicious Muslim sweets and coffee
Learners Licence Prep Workshop
Saturday 1st May | 10:00am-4:00pm
Be ready for your learners test!
What you will learn:
Sitting the test & what you need, street signs, intersections, stopping & parking, night driving & so much more.
This is a FREE workshop & lunch will be provided. Spaces are limited, please email admin@highburyhouse.org.nz to secure your spot.
Art For Beginners
Thursdays | 10:45am-12:45pm
8-week course | 6th May – 24th June
This term we will be looking at the concepts of space, colour and mood; using drawings, watercolour and acrylics; drawing from the works of Edward Hopper and Grahame Sydney to inform your creations.
The term fee is $165, this includes all materials.
Booking is essential, please email admin@highburyhouse.org.nz
Terrarium Class
Saturday 29th May | 11:00am-1:00pm
Come & enjoy a two hour class where you will learn how to make a 20cm glass cylinder Terrarium with mixed plants and treasures. You will also learn how to care for your terrarium when it is at home.
Everything you need will be provided.
$100 per person, booking is essential through www.littleworlds.co.nz
Music Lab
Tuesdays | 3:30 -5:00pm
Music Lab is a new after school option for 8-11 year olds. Our classes teach music writing skills – demystifying the process so all students end the term with an original piece of music that they’ve written.
Email Mariah contact@musiclab.co.nz
or call 027 410 8834
Seated Tai Chi
Mondays | 10:15 -11:00am
Slow gentle exercises practiced seated or standing
Contact Sherie to book
sherie@taichikiwi.nz
Art Class for Children
Tuesdays | 4:45-5:45pm
Learn new techniques and styles. Create art with various mediums in a fun environment. Individual approach to develop own creativity.
Contact Andre to book on email andre070@gmail.com or phone 021 0299588
Highbury Sew & Mend
Every Tuesday
9:30 – 11:30am
FREE for the Community.
Have you ever wanted to learn how to sew?
Or do you have a sewing project that needs finishing?
Then come & be sewcial with us at Highbury House every Tuesday morning. Grow your sewing skills in a friendly environment with likeminded people. All levels are welcome.
Highbury Coffee Morning
Tuesday
10:30am – 12pm
A casual & relaxed group that meet every Tuesday for coffee & a chat
$2 donation
Highbury Book Club
Last Tuesday of the month
7:00 – 8:30pm
Join us monthly in a relaxed environment for an evening of discussing your current book, favourite books or discovering a new one to read.
Gold Coin donation, coffee & tea provided. Booking is essential.
Mahjong
Every Wednesday
12:30 – 2:30pm
An informal and casual group for Mahjong.
All levels are welcome.
$2 per session, tea and coffee available.
Please note this is untutored.