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Events, courses and other happenings for teens around Christchurch. Don't Forget: if you catch a movie or get along to a gig we wanna hear all about it.

Arts & Music

coverThe Two Fionas: Tues 7 July 7:30pm, Christchurch Girls' High School auditorium Tickets $12 from Ruth (3844-721) or Morrin (3299-789).

Join Fiona Farrell and Fiona Kidman for conversation and readings from their new books Limestone and Beside the dark pool.

Until 11 July Kohinga Our City Ōtautahi Cnr Oxford Tce & Worcester Blvd. Monday - Saturday, 10am–4pm. Free Admission

Matariki is the time of gathering whanau, thoughts and knowledge. Kohinga Toi, a group of Otautahi Māori artists present their own works and a collaborative piece exploring themes around Matariki that move beyond astrological perspectives.
This exhibition marks the accumulating interest and knowledge of a growing number of local artists around Matariki who are producing ground-breaking works in mixed media: sculpture, carving, raranga, photography and painting.

FlierFriday July 3 - 7pm Matariki at the Arts Centre

The Arts Centre and the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Canterbury are joining forces to provide fantastic opportunities to learn more about the facts, figures and legends surrounding Matariki.

On Friday 3 July at 7pm we are offering a public talk about Matariki by Dr Pauline Harris (the first Maori PhD graduate in Astronomy) in Rutherford's Den lecture theatre. This will be complemented by a guided tour and observation of the night sky at the Townsend Observatory in the South Quad - with its historic telescope dating from 1864. Entry will be by a door donation of $5 per person - all proceeds going to the conservation of the Great Hall.

On Friday 17 July at 7pm a second lecture will be given by American post-graduate student, Sarah Bouckoms, who will talk on night sky myths and legends of North America.

Friday July 3- 8.30pm Friday Night Live Series @ Zebedees

4YP presents Kings of the guitar 3RD DAY OF MAY and K2 & CO with their own special brand of ROCK / BLUES and FUNK.

Friday July 10- 8.30pm Metal Explostion - Friday Night Live Series @ Zebedees

Aucklanders INTERGRACIA on their South Island Tour 09 with guests OSMIUM , Christchurch's own Young metal Kings AWAKENED INFERNO and special guest Metal Guitarist/ Speed Merchant with brand new material DENNI ELIZABETH with EP Release "Winterdawn". Merchandise available on the night.

Tuesday 14 July – Saturday 22 August He rau Tipuna – leaves of our ancestors Our City Ōtautahi Cnr Oxford Tce & Worcester Blvd. Monday - Saturday, 10am–4pm. Free Admission

As leaves fall from trees they take on new beauty and meaning with a change in colour and texture. For the weavers in He rau Tipuna,weaving knowledge and the garments they produce, like leaves, respond to changing materials and process - from the traditional to the outrageous.
Through their labours the weavers tell the ‘story’ of their garments - a commentary, a memory or a personality. They ask - what are we, the present generation, leaving those who follow?

Friday July 17 - 7pm Matariki at the Arts Centre

The Arts Centre and the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Canterbury are joining forces to provide fantastic opportunities to learn more about the facts, figures and legends surrounding Matariki.

On Friday 17 July at 7pm a lecture will be given by American post-graduate student, Sarah Bouckoms, who will talk on night sky myths and legends of North America.

April - October: 10:00am – 5:00pm daily, Fashion at War: New Zealand style in World War 2, Airforce Museum, Harvard Ave, Sockburn, FREE

This exhibition explores the influence of World War 2 on fashion in New Zealand. With a fantastic range of garments on display from dresses to hats and accessories. A must for those with an interest in clothing design or fashion. For more information see the Airforce Museum website.

ChristmasSaturday 1 August & Sunday 2 August 2009 Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park 2009 Auditions

Christchurch – Jazz School, corner of High & Madras Streets – (Entrance is on High Street).
They are looking for 12 excellent singer-dancers aged 8 to 14 yrs. Experience in dance, musical theatre and performing in public, is a strong advantage. You must be confident, reliable, vibrant; a natural mover on stage and a team player. Also 10 exceptional solo singers aged 8 to 45 yrs; 4 with dance experience; 2 to lead feature Christmas song. You will have experience as a lead singer or soloist with the elusive “X factor”; be at the top of your craft and capable of inspiring and communicating to a huge diverse audience. Strong on stage presence, confidence and outstanding vocal ability essential. For more information go to the Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park 2009 Auditions website.

WritingSaturday 29 - Sunday 30 August - National Schools Writing Festival

Year 12 and 13 nominated students will attend the New Zealand Post National Schools Writing Festival, run in association with the Poetry Awards on the weekend of 29-30 August at Victoria University. Students take part in workshops with some of New Zealand's best writers for page, stage and screen, and meet students from all around the country who share a passion for writing. Students and their teachers who've attended previous Festivals report that they go home fired up to write, and of course there's the opportunity to add on Study at Vic Day (28 August) for those who are considering going on to tertiary study at Victoria.

Basshunter - Now you're gone world tour - Saturday 10 October, Westpac Arena

BASSHUNTER aka Jonas Altberg from Sweden is the biggest commercial dance artist in the world today and these all-ages shows are set to be NZ’s biggest dance parties of 2009. All ages gig.

Community

Friday July 3: The Big Chill: Linwood Skate Park, Friday 3 July 3 - 5pm FREE.

The Cheapskates demo team will be showing off some hot moves and then it's your turn to show the judges what you can do with the chance to win some great prizes. Other fun activities include inline skating, bouncy boxing, basketball and some warm up exercises with the A Town Boxing Club. There will be plenty of action at the park to keep you fired up plus a free sausage sizzle to warm your belly thanks to the Edge Radio station who will also warm up the air waves with some good sounds.

For more information please phone 941 8999 or listen to The Edge 88.9FM. Cancelled if wet.

July 6: 10am Thomson Skate Park re-opening, Thomson Park, Marine Parade

The skate park will be officially reopened on Monday July 6 at 10am by Mayor Bob Parker. Skate park designer David North will also speak at the opening, and Cheapskate team riders will put on a skate demonstration.

Square and Compasses: Freemasonry in New Zealand

This exhibition at Canterbury Museum explores the history and traditions of Freemasonry and examines the work Freemasons do in the community. 9am to 5:30pm daily.

Every fine Sunday: 9am - 2pm The Linwood Avenue Rotary Sunday Market

Open market with stalls opposite Eastgate Mall at Linwood Avenue School. View more community markets listed in CINCH.

St Albans community market

Every fine Saturday at English Park, Cranford Street, 9am - 2pm. View more community markets listed in CINCH.

Riccarton House Twilight Market

Every Wednesday 4:30pm to 7:30pm.

Rutherford's Den 10am to 5pm daily.

Daily multimedia experience spread over six rooms at the Arts Centre's clock tower. Gold coin donation.

ChristmasSaturday 1 August & Sunday 2 August 2009 Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park 2009 Auditions

Christchurch – Jazz School, corner of High & Madras Streets – (Entrance is on High Street).
They are looking for 12 excellent singer-dancers aged 8 to 14 yrs. Experience in dance, musical theatre and performing in public, is a strong advantage. You must be confident, reliable, vibrant; a natural mover on stage and a team player. Also 10 exceptional solo singers aged 8 to 45 yrs; 4 with dance experience; 2 to lead feature Christmas song. You will have experience as a lead singer or soloist with the elusive “X factor”; be at the top of your craft and capable of inspiring and communicating to a huge diverse audience. Strong on stage presence, confidence and outstanding vocal ability essential. For more information go to the Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park 2009 Auditions website.

Saturday 28 November 2009 Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park

Cool Courses

Holiday programmes

July holidays mean KidsFest - over 200 events are on offer this year, so check out the programme. Other holiday programmes and activities include:

Saturdays: FREE Funtime comic workshops

Each month comic artists meet for quality drawing time in the company of their fellows. Some people bring their own work in progress, others just paper and pens. We have a long tradition of jam comics and other collaborative work, so even if you don't have an idea ready to work on, we can usually provide a half-finished story you can contribute to.

Remaining dates for 2009 are: 11 July, 8 August, 12 September, 10 October, 14 November, 12 December. The location sometimes varies, so e-mail funtime@comics.org.nz to find out where it'll be. Visit the Funtime Comics website.

Study optionUniversity of Canterbury Information Days Tuesday 7 - Wednesday 8 July 2009

A two day event including a programme of introductory lectures in various subjects, campus tours, and tours of the libraries, Recreation Centre and Halls of Residence. Out of town students can stay in the Halls of Residence for a real student experience.

Natcoll Open Day Wednesday 8th July 2009; Wednesday 30th September 2009

Open days offer a chance to explore the Natcoll campus, meet tutors and chat with staff about the exciting world of digital design.

Lincoln University Open Day Thursday 16 July 2009

Visit the Lincoln campus for Course Information Sessions, One-on-one Course Advice, Scholarship and Enrolment Advice, Guided Campus Tours (including Ivey Hall, Halls of Residence, Recreation Centre, Winery and Teaching and Research Farms) and take the opportunity to talk to Lincoln staff and students.

Court TheatreCourt Theatre Classes & Workshops

The Court Theatre offers two levels of youth drama classes, which run during the four school terms. Classes are for 10- to 12-year-olds and 13- to 16-year-olds. For information on how to register, or to be placed on The Court Theatre Drama Class Mailing List, contact the Education Manager on 963-0884 or email: education@courttheatre.org.nz

FREE Hip Hop Dance Classes

For kids, adults and teenagers with little or no dance experience. First class FREE with no obligation to join extra classes. From Salsa Fusion.

Latin Fire Free Salsa class

Mondays at 8.15pm, 100 Stanmore Road, Latin Fire Dance Studio. Ph Donna 384-6318.

WritingSchool For Young Writers

If you’re wanting to hang out with others who are keen on the written word and are looking for life after NCEA, the School for Young Writers offers courses on Saturday mornings at the Christchurch Arts Centre for Year 11+ and for Year 9+. You’ll have the chance to discuss ideas, share your work, perform and publish.

StageOne

Hagley Theatre Company's programme of study for youth offers a different approach to theatre training for young people. Read our interview with the Creative Director. Contact: www.stageone.co.nz or tel: 364 5155.

Christchurch Art Gallery Art Clubs

First Tuesday and Saturday of every month, 10.30am - 12.30pm
View selected works from the latest exhibitions at the Gallery, and enjoy group discussion on the works and artists with senior members of our Guide Team.
For information telephone (03) 941 7342.

2009 Learning Centres' After School programmes

Mondays: Girlszone

For girls aged 10 to 14 years to extend and expand their computer and technological skills. Term 2 will focus on music production. Students can enrol for up to one year.

Tuesdays: Workshop Club

The Workshop Club is The Learning Centre's after school programme where students, aged 10 to 14 years, explore the exciting world of technology. Students learn a new subject every term. Students can enrol for up to one year.

Thursdays: Workshop Club

The Workshop Club is The Learning Centre's after school programme where students, aged 10 to 14 years, explore the exciting world of technology.
Students can enrol for up to one year.

Sports

Friday July 3: The Big Chill: Linwood Skate Park, Friday 3 July 3 - 5pm FREE.

The Cheapskates demo team will be showing off some hot moves and then it's your turn to show the judges what you can do with the chance to win some great prizes. Other fun activities include inline skating, bouncy boxing, basketball and some warm up exercises with the A Town Boxing Club. There will be plenty of action at the park to keep you fired up plus a free sausage sizzle to warm your belly thanks to the Edge Radio station who will also warm up the air waves with some good sounds.

This free event has been organised by the Christchurch City Council and Sport Canterbury with the support of the Hagley/Ferrymead Community Board and local organisations supoporting positive youth development in Linwood. For more information please phone 941 8999 or listen to The Edge 88.9FM. Cancelled if wet.

Friday July 17: 10am Thomson Skate Park re-opening, Thomson Park, Marine Parade

When: Friday 17th July 2 - 4pm
Where:On site at Thomson Park
Why: To celebrate the opening of Christchurch's latest skateboard facility.

The skate park will be officially reopened by Mayor Bob Parker. Skate park designer David North will also speak at the opening, and Cheapskate team riders will put on a skate demonstration.

Competitions

Please Note: actual prizes may be different models from ones picturedUntil 22 July, 2009: YouTubing the Library competition

To be in to win, unleash your inner-film director to make a stand out video, upload it to YouTube and send us your entry form - available here from 1 July 2009.

Christchurch City Libraries is giving you the chance to get your very own 15 minutes of YouTube fame. A host of prizes are up for grabs including a laptop computer, a Sony camcorder, an iPhone and hundreds of dollars worth of vouchers with our very first YouTube competition – to celebrate a phenomenal 150 years of public library service in Christchurch.

More ways to win

July school holidays: Westfield 5 minutes of fame

$20,000 woth of prizes up for grabs. he ultimate winner will win a Westfield Style Pasifika prize pack including a mentoring programme, $1,000 cash and inclusion as part of the performance crew at Westfield Style Pasifika 2009. Open to students aged 5 to 18. Westfield website has more details.

Until 31 July 2009: NZ Schools Photographic Competition

Entries open to students from primary through to secondary school in two categories “Celebrate” or “Agriculture from paddock to plate”. Download an entry form or for more information visit the NZ Schools Visual Arts website.

ChristmasSaturday 1 August & Sunday 2 August 2009 Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park 2009 Auditions

Christchurch – Jazz School, corner of High & Madras Streets – (Entrance is on High Street).
They are looking for 12 excellent singer-dancers aged 8 to 14 yrs. Experience in dance, musical theatre and performing in public, is a strong advantage. You must be confident, reliable, vibrant; a natural mover on stage and a team player. Also 10 exceptional solo singers aged 8 to 45 yrs; 4 with dance experience; 2 to lead feature Christmas song. You will have experience as a lead singer or soloist with the elusive “X factor”; be at the top of your craft and capable of inspiring and communicating to a huge diverse audience. Strong on stage presence, confidence and outstanding vocal ability essential. For more information go to the Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park 2009 Auditions website.