WHAT'S HAPPENING AT THE CENTRE
September/October Holiday Programme
We provide before and after school care and a holiday programme to support children and their families. Enroll today by emailing Josie @ oscarcoordinator@mangereeast.org or get more information on 09 275 616. These holidays we are providing free lunches for the children.
Celebrating and promoting social inclusion through community classes, services and local festivals...........check out term 4
The Māngere East Community Centre was established in 1997 to serve people living in the local community. The Centre space is open 7am - 6pm Monday to Friday. Please feel free to drop-in and find out how to get involved. Our activities are run in partnership with other organisations, community groups and community members. We provide community-led programmes and classes that aim to enrich peoples lives and respond to the changing needs in our community. Phone 09 275 6161 for more information or 'drop us a line' to enrol in any of our community classes and programmes.
Term 4, 2020
Community education classes start from Monday 12th October
MONDAYTe Akonga - Karanga, Tikanga, Reo
Monday 6pm-8pm $2 per class (koha) Develop your understanding of Maori protocols and cultural practices, learn the art of karanga, tikanga and associated reo Whaea Jean. Beginners (limited - 15) TUESDAY
Ethnic crafts and sewing
Tuesday 5:30pm- 7:30pm - $2 per class. Make new friends and learn how to sew, make and mend clothes. English for speakers of other languages (E.S.O.L) classes
Classes run every term (Tues, Weds, Thurs, Fri). Call (09) 278 9099 to register. Beginners, low beginners and beginners classes offered here at the Centre. Sewing classes - Beginners
Tuesday 11:30am - 2:30pm - $2 per class. Learning to sew is a skill that lasts a lifetime. Save money, make your own clothes and have fun at the same time. Te Reo Maori
Tuesday 9:30am - 11:00am ~ FREE Māori Language & culture for Beginners WEDNESDAY
Tai Chi
Wednesday 12.30pm - 1.30pm ~ $2 per class. Keep your body moving! Low impact and gentle fitness with our experienced and motivating tutor. Korowai classes
Wednesday 6pm -8.30pm $40 for materials. Cloak weaving and other traditional Māori crafts for learners of all levels. |
THURSDAY
Korowai classes
Thursday 6pm -8.30pm $40 for materials Cloak weaving and other traditional Māori crafts for learners of all levels. FRIDAY
Korowai classes
Friday 10am -2pm ~ $40 for materials. Cloak weaving and other traditional Māori crafts for learners of all levels. "I moved to New Zealand not knowing any English, I was in that situation for 40 years until I came here [to the Community Centre]. Now I work in the courts writing reports for lawyers and judges. I thought I was too old to learn, you're never too old to learn" - Literacy Student 
WEEKDAYS
Before and after school care
Fun, professional care for school aged children here at the centre. We also have holiday programmes. More information here. |
Ohomairangi Trust
Parenting Support Programmes
Based at the Community Centre Ohomairangi Trust encourages all parents; couples, single parents & parents, whether you have day to day care of your children or not, to join our programmes. Everyone is Welcome. Every family faces their own unique challenges, Ohomairangi Trust provides support to make sure no parent goes through those challenges alone. Call Ohomairangi Trust on (09) 263 0798 for more information or visit their website www.ohomairangi.co.nz Hoki Ki Te Rito - Mellow Parenting
Parenting for mothers, fathers & couples 14 week programme Mondays 9.30am - 2.30pm FREE plus childcare, meals & transport Incredible Years Programme
Parenting Programme 14 week programme evening & daytime programmes FREE plus childcare, meals & transport 6pm-8.30pm. Mellow Bumps Programme
Ante-natal parenting programme 6 weeks plus meet the babies session FREE plus meals & transport Wednesdays 9.30am - 11.30am Ph: 263-0798 or 275-6161 for more information. “I don’t know how I can show others how much the fathers programme has meant to me. It gave me hope." “I share with others what has changed for my son because I did the course. [Parents] might be less threatened if we share the impact on our children.” |
Hiring community spaces and charter bus service
Venue Hire
We have two spaces available for hire, ideal for birthday parties, family functions, workshops and meetings. (All prices are inclusive of GST). HALL VENUE - 120 people - $35 per hour Facilities: Wheelchair access, Kitchen (zip, oven, microwave), Bathrooms, Tables & Chairs. CLASSROOM SPACE - 40 people - $25 per hour Facilities: Wheelchair access, Kitchen (zip, oven, microwave), Bathrooms, Tables & Chairs. *$100 Bond (reimbursed in 5 business days) Prices include access to chairs, tables, kitchen facilities including oven & zip. |
Bus Hire We have 3 large passenger vehicles for hire with our own experienced and friendly drivers at Very affordable prices. Great for group trips e.g. sports teams, school, family, church, work groups etc. Blue Bus: 33 seats Mini-van 1: 15 seats Mini-van 2: 13 seats |
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