Mangere East Cultural Festival | 11.03.17 |
Tigi's GuitarHelp us replace NZ Reggae Legend's guitar! Tigilau Ness was teaching at a community parenting course when his famous guitar was taken.
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Our Organisation
The Mangere East Community Centre is run by the Mangere East ACCESS Trust. An independent charitable organisation set up in 1997 to serve people living in the Mangere East 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. Over 2,000 people each week enjoy activities at our centre which are supported through funding partnerships & private donations. The grants we receive enable us to run a vibrant and busy community centre while making it accessible to everyone.
Term 2, 2017
call 09 275-6161
The Mangere East Community Centre is a learning hub. Our programmes & classes aim to enrich peoples lives & respond to the changing needs in our community. Phone 275 6161 for more information or 'drop us a line' to enrol in any of our community classes and programmes. - Term 1 : All classes start the week of Monday 13 February
MONDAYTe Reo Māori
6pm - 8pm ~ FREE Māori Language & culture for Beginners & Intermediate levels. Samoan Language
6pm - 8 pm ~ FREE Develop your understanding of the Samoan Language and Cultural practices. ZUMBA
6:30pm - 8:30pm ~ FREE JOIN NOW Lets dance ourselves to a healthier tomorrow through basic dance moves. Ukelele Class
6pm - 8pm ~ FREE You will be taken through a lesson structure that will have you jamming like a champ in no time - bring your own uke :D TUESDAYEthnic Crafts
4:30pm - 6:30pm Make new friends and learn how to sew traditional items. Hula Fitness
6pm - 7pm ~ FREE (bring along a pareu) Learn the art of traditional hula as you swing your way to a healthy tomorrow. Community Fitness Club
Tuesday & Thursday 6.30pm - 8.30pm Get fit, stay strong and join our community fitness club with our certified personal trainers. Latin Passion
7pm - 8pm ~ FREE If you can walk you can dance! Great low impact aerobic work out.Fun, anyone can do it. Introducing basic footwork and body movement. Drivers Licence
Tuesday & Thursday 6pm - 8pm Cost $15 (paid prior to start date - May 9) Learn the rules of the road and gain the confidence & knowledge to sit your Learners Licence Test. English for Speakers of Other Languages (E.S.O.L)
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. 7 February |
WEDNESDAYSewing Classes
10am - 1pm ~ $2 koha 5pm - 8pm An introduction to sewing and making things! Our expert sewer Heather will help you through the basics and you can design and create your own clothes etc. 8 February Tai Chi
12.30pm - 1.30pm ~ FREE Keep your body moving! Low impact and gentle fitness with our experienced and motivating tutor. ZUMBA
6:30pm - 8:30pm ~ FREE JOIN NOW Lets dance ourselves to a healthier tomorrow through basic dance moves. THURSDAYKorowai - night class
6pm -8pm ~ $30 for materials Cloak weaving and other traditional Māori crafts for learners of all levels FRIDAYFREE LEGAL SUPPORT
10am - 12pm ~ FREE FREE legal support with WINZ, I.R.D, housing issues, family law and more. With the Mangere Law Centre Korowai & Taaniko Class
10am -2pm ~ $30 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. 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
CONTACT US TODAY
phone: 09 275 6161 email: fiona@mangereest.org |
BEFORE & AFTERSCHOOL
Fun, professional care for school aged children here at the centre. We also have holiday programmes. More information here. PARENTING SUPPORT
We encourage 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, we provide support to make sure no parent goes through those challenges alone. Call (09) 263 0798 for more information. 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
Parenting Programme 14 week programme evening & daytime programmes FREE plus childcare, meals & transport Next Course Starts Thursday 9th March 6pm-8.30pm. Mellow Bumps
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.” Events Coming up...Licensing Support Workshops
Call 275 6161 for info on the next workshop FREE workshops for families with young people who need a drivers licence. Māngere East Matariki
Sat June 24 4pm - 8pm Metro Theatre, Mangere East Celebrating our community, in collaboration with Te Kura Maori o Nga Tapuwae |
Community Resources
Venue Hire
We have three spaces available for hire, ideal for birthday parties, family functions, workshops and meetings. Only *$25.00 per hour for each space. Click here for info. HALL VENUE - 120 people Facilities: Wheelchair access, Kitchen (zip, oven, microwave), Bathrooms, Tables & Chairs. CLASSROOM SPACE - 40 people Facilities: Wheelchair access, Kitchen (zip, oven, microwave), Bathrooms, Tables & Chairs. CONFERENCE ROOM - 16 people Facilities: Wheelchair access, Kitchen (zip, microwave) Bathrooms, Conference table & Chairs. *$100 Bond (reimbursed following business day) Prices include access to chairs, tables, kitchen facilities including oven, fridge & zip. |
Bus Hire We have 4 large passenger vehicles for hire with our own experienced & friendly drivers at Very affordable prices. Great for group trips e.g. sports teams, school, family, church, work groups etc. White Bus: 45 seats Blue Bus: 33 seats Mini-van 1: 15 seats Mini-van 2: 13 seats |
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