Matariki Puanga ki Kai, Kōrero, Kēmu
Thursday 2 July 2026 at 6:00PM
Thursday 9 July 2026 at 6:00PM
Thursday 16 July 2026 at 6:00PM
Thursday 23 July 2026 at 6:00PM
Thursday 30 July 2026 at 6:00PM
Thursday 2 July 2026 at 6:00PM
Thursday 9 July 2026 at 6:00PM
Thursday 16 July 2026 at 6:00PM
Thursday 23 July 2026 at 6:00PM
Thursday 30 July 2026 at 6:00PM
Professionals Building
Event Description
Nau mai, haere mai ki te whakanuia o Matariki Puanga ki Kai, Kōrero, Kēmu – Te Awakairangi.
Join us throughout July for a range of fun, whānau-friendly activities celebrating Matariki and Puanga. There will be something for everyone, including Kai Hākari, Matariki cookie decorating, building a time capsule, setting whāinga (goals) for the year ahead, and a Matariki-themed quiz night.
We'll also spend time remembering loved ones, learning about the significance of Puanga in Te Awakairangi, and coming together to celebrate this special time of year.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more details about each week's activities: @kai.korero.kemu
Venue: 28 Cornwall Street, Lower Hutt
When
6:00PM - 8:00PM
Thursday 2 July 2026
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6:00PM - 8:00PM
Thursday 9 July 2026
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6:00PM - 8:00PM
Thursday 16 July 2026
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6:00PM - 8:00PM
Thursday 23 July 2026
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6:00PM - 8:00PM
Thursday 30 July 2026
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Where
Professionals Building
28 Cornwall Street
Lower Hutt
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Bookings
There's no need to book your place for this event. Just meet us at Professionals Building.
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