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Event Description

Kick off the start of The Big Read with a special native bird themed session of Sketch Club Social.

Choose from a range of manu reference images to recreate. Once you're done, we'd love to put them on display to celebrate our Summer reading challenge! ☀️✏️

All skill levels are welcome, whether you're a complete newbie or a pro Art materials are provided, but you're welcome to bring your own.

When

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tuesday 1 December 2026
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Contact

04 567 2859

Where

Naenae Neighbourhood Hub
Hillary Court
Naenae Lower Hutt 5011
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Bookings

There's no need to book your place for this event. Just meet us at Naenae Neighbourhood Hub.

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