Good morning and welcome to Sunday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira.
MetService is forecasting a partly cloudy day with the odd shower and light winds, then westerlies developing in the evening.
It's a one layer clothing day with an expected high of 22 degrees, and an overnight low of 14 degrees. High tide is at 9.27am and low tide is at 3.32pm. Sunset is at 5.39pm.
This day in history
On April 23, 1861, there was the first major gold rush in Otago. On this day in 1966 the first Maori queen was coronated. Princess Piki, the daughter of King Koroki, was selected as the sixth Maori monarch − and first Queen − during her father's tangi, in accordance with Kingitanga protocol. She assumed her mother's name, Te Atairangikaahu
And April 23 is the date celebrated as William Shakespeare's birthday in 1564. He also died on this date in 1616.
What's on today?
As previously mentioned today is William Shakespeare's birthday! Dress up in costume and head along to Tauranga Historic Village for Shakespeare-themed activities, fun and performances. Gates open at 10am, with performances at 12pm and 2pm.
Paintings are on display today at Tauranga Boys' College. Photo: John Borren.
The Tauranga Society of Artists are holding their April Original Expo 2023 from 9.30am - 5pm today at Tauranga Boys' College gymnasium. Come and see over 400 artworks on display including tiny art, guest exhibitors, painting and drawing demonstrations and with the People's Choice Award there will be plenty to feast your eyes on!
The Incubator. Photo: Supplied.
At The Incubator Creative Hub at Tauranga Historic Village, there are many exhibitions, workshops and events happening daily. For more information click here.
For more events visit My Tauranga.
Brain Watkins House Museum. Photo: Rosalie Liddle Crawford.
Brain Watkins House Museum (est. 1881) on the corner of Elizabeth Street and Cameron Road is open from 2pm - 4pm. $5 adult, children free.
The Mission House at The Elms | Te Papa Tauranga. Photo: Rosalie Liddle Crawford.
The Elms | Te Papa Tauranga in Mission St is open from 10am - 4pm. Come and view the Mission House and gardens. For more information click here
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Tauranga Art Gallery in Willow St. Photo: Supplied.
Take a walk through Tauranga Art Gallery and view the many exhibitions on display there this week. The gallery, in Willow St, is open from 10am - 4pm.
Love public art? CITY ART WALK TAURANGA app is a free to download walking tour of 20 public artworks in Tauranga's city centre. For more information click here
Diana Bomford, Tony Fraser and Hugh Bomford at the Lion and Tusk Museum at Mount Maunganui. Photo: Daniel Hines.
Have you been to the Lion and Tusk Museum yet? It's open today from 10am - 3pm at Unit 4, 14 Portside Dr, Mount Maunganui. Come and see a massive display of Rhodesian military history records and exhibits of uniforms, medals and equipment. Opening hours are 10am – 3pm Thursday to Sunday. For more information click here
What else is on today?
April Original Art Exhibition
Over 400 artworks on display! Tauranga Society of Artists exhibition Thursday 20th- Sunday 23rd April 9:30am-5:00pm daily at Tauranga Boys' College Gymnasium
Brain Watkins House Museum
Brain Watkins House Museum (est. 1881) on the corner of Elizabeth Street and Cameron Road is open from 2pm - 4pm. $5 adult, children free
Falun Dafa
Apply ancient wisdom in 2023 with easy, qigong Exercises in the Parks. Free to learn. All welcome. https://en.falundafa.org For details, ph/text Judy 021 0425 398
Golf Croquet
Sun, Tues & Thurs at Club Mt Maunganui, 45 Kawaka St. 8.30am for 9am start. New players & visitors welcome. Ph Nev 07 575 5121
Maketu Markets
Every 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month by Rotary Maketu. Maketu Road Park Reserve 7am-12pm. Friendly Market By the Sea. Enquiries Maureen 021 267 1685
Papamoa Country Music Club
Come along and join us for good music and afternoon tea. At Gordon Spratt Reserve starting at 1.00pm
Quakers in Tauranga
Invite you to explore your spiritual journey. Silent contemplation, companionship. Refreshments served. 10am-12 corner Cameron Road/Elizabeth Street. Behind Brain Watkins historical house. All welcome. Ph 022 409 1419 www.quakers.nz
Radio Controlled Model Yachts
Sundays & Thursdays 1:00-3:30pm, at Pond behind 22 Montego Drive Papamoa, sailing Electron Radio Controlled Yachts for fun. Adult beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419
Shakespeare in the Village
An immersive experience of William Shakespeare and his plays at The Historic Village. Gates open at 10am. Dress up & win a prize
Tauranga Senior Citizens Club
500(cards). Senior Citizens Hall 14 Norris Street Tauranga. (Behind Pac'n'Sav) 12.45pm Start. Come and join us. First time free. Phone Carol 022 639 2411
The Day Out Markets
Held every Sunday at Bethlehem Town Centre. 9am - 1pm. Market Stalls, Food Trucks, Lawn Games, Entertainment and More!
Waipuna Hospice Superhero Challenge
Honour your hero and make a difference in the community by signing up for the Waipuna Hospice Superhero Challenge. Register at https://2023-superhero-challenge.raisely.com/
1 comment
Shakespeare was fun.
Posted on 25-04-2023 16:33 | By morepork
Fortunately the rain held off and the performances in the amphitheatre were standing room only. The amazing swordfight staged between the Montagues and Capulets was gripping (and frightening at times...), there was a light-hearted atmosphere and many people came in costume. (Fantastic to see a mediaeval fishwife talking in character to King Henry V...:-)) Lots of photo opportunities, chances to talk to the participants (and some great questions regarding Shakespeare and the various vignettes performed.) This Festival was kind of a precursor for a bigger and better one next year. Admission to everything was free; and it was worth much more than that. The energy and effort on the part of so many volunteers, was amazing. Judging by the smiling faces and the unanimous positive feedback I saw and heard, I hope the production Company (CRAFT) get even more support next year.
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