Events in Picton , Blenheim and the Marlborough Region of New Zealand.       Sunday, 01 October 2006   Blenheim Western Riding Club A family affair, we welcome people who like the western way, or even to enjoy using some of the proven western horse training methods. We ask for a gold coin donation on Club Days to assist with our arena in the 'bowl' behind the RDA grounds, entry off Maxwell Rd/Hospital Rd intersection, sign posted. Become a club member for future prospects, particularly youth clinics and overseas possibilities. Contact Marilyn 578 1834 Advanced Indian Cooking Class for 4 weeks BEGINNING MONDAY 6 November  6pm - 9pm. For bookings & further information contact Chandrima Mukherjee 578 4486 Marlborough Buddhist Group (Picton) Chanting for World Peace. 10 -12am (followed by refreshments). We would like to invite you to an introduction to a philosophy and practice and as a part of a worldwide movement for peace, education and culture. Looking forward to meeting you!. Ph Caroline or Dominic 573 5379. Rarangi Beach Bazaar Heaps of wonderful crafts on sale by talented local crafts people. Food and refreshments available. Fire Station Community Room, Rarangi Beach Road, 10am - 4pm. Train Rides Miniature locomotives hauling passenger wagons providing train rides for young & old.1st and 3rd Sundays at the Club Ground, Brayshaw Park, 1 - 4pm. Tickets: $1 adults & children. Associated Modellers Society, Also at the pond, come along and have a look at remote control yachts and boats.Trains contact Don 578 4925 and Boats John 579 3315 Radio Controlled Aircraft info Neal 5789456 or Dave 5787362. Monday, 02 October 2006 50 Plus Walking Group Walks leave the Nativity Church Car Park at 10am on Mondays.Wairau Lagoons. Contact Joan 5781922 or Ivy 5781149 Blenheim Garden Club Meets 1st Monday of the month for Garden Tours etc.   New members welcome. For more info phone Pat 578 9954 Blenheim Indoor Sports Centre Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 2pm casual sports of Indoor Netball, Cricket, Soccer, Dodge Ball and TennisTennis and there is a Pool Table. So why not get a group together and call us to book. Phone 578 485. We are also available for Birthday Parties. Blenheim Olympic Tae Kwon Do Club Meet Mondays and Wednesdays 6pm - 7pm for Juniors and 7pm - 8.30pm for Adults held at Redwoodtown School Hall, Cleghorn St. With FIRST MONTH FREE. For more details phone Helen 577 6603. Blenheim Scottish Country Dancing Every Monday, Old School Hall, Springlands School, Murphys Road, 7.30pm. Contact: Pat 578 4793 or Pamela on 574 2468 Marlborough Community Potters Club night 7 - 9pm.  New members & beginners welcome.  For more info ph Wendy 578 8881 or Rita 574 2176 Marlborough Film Society Applications for membership are available ph Karen 579 5765 or karenwalshe@actrix.co.nz Film for July  - 7.30pm - 'Kiwi Animation'.   Venue - Brayshaw Park. Tuesday, 03 October 2006 Marlborough Basketball Senior Summer League October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2006 from 6pm - Marlborough Basketball's Senior Summer League: Contact Simon at 577-8300 marlboroughbasketball@gmail.com Marlborough Bridge Club Club Nights: Tuesday 7.20pm, contact:Bev 579 3990 Wednesday Social Bridge, 1.20pm. Non Bridge Club members welcome. Contact Carol 577 7199. Thursday 7.20pm, contact Harold 577 5205. Held at the Clubrooms, 56 Maxwell Rd. The 1st Friday of the month there is a Teams game. Contact Kay 578 7026. Marlborough Search and Rescue training nights held the first Tuesday of each month at Emergency Operations Centre, Wither Rd Extension at 7:30pm . Visitors and interested parties most welcome. For more information contact Linda  577 5000 or Malcolm  5722 556. REAP Marlborough Presents How To Use A Cell Phone tutor: Julia Thomson of Telephone House. Tuesday 3 October, 2 weeks, 6-7.30pm. REAP House, $40. This course will cover calling, TXT, PXT, using Vodafone Live, voice mail, phone and account security, call costs and finding the best plan for your needs. For further details, please phone 578 7848. Wednesday, 04 October 2006 AAPNZ Bead Jewellery this month with guest: Kay Houlker. Held at NMIT at 5.30pm.  Contact Elaine 578 4331 for more details. Blenheim Riverside Railway Train leaves Bayshaw Park Stn at 1.45pm only. Return trip up to 1 hour. Fare Adults $6 and Children $3. Enquiries to Dave 578 9442 or John 578 1621. Dillons Point Community Play Group 2a Dillons Point Road - Wednesdays Only - 9.30 - 12noon. $1 per child. Morning tea provided. Contact Rochelle 027 6998672 Marlborough Electronic Organ & Keyboard Club group get together, Wednesday afternoons at members homes.  Social afternoons to promote music and understanding electronic keyboards.Ph Doug for more information 577 9035 or Renee 577 9902. Marlborough Floral Art Group Club Day meets 1st Wednesday of every month for Floral Art held at the Senior Citizens Hall, High Street, Blenheim.10.15am. For more info phone Margaret 5781015 or Anne 5786269. REAP Marlborough Presents Spanish for Beginners, tutor: Peter Bargh, Wednesday 4 October, 6 weeks, 7-9pm, REAP House, $100. An opportunity to further your knowledge of this popular language. Due to demand this course is being offered again. For further details, please phone 578 7848. Riversdale 50-Plus Games Afternoon 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Riversdale Community House.  2pm - 4pm.  Bring your favourite games.  Gold coin donation, afternoon tea. Wider Horizons Toastmasters Club learn the art of Public Speaking Techniques. Builds self esteem and confidence. Held the 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday of the month at Mercy Room, St Marys, Maxwell Road, Blenheim 9.30am - 11.30am. Contact Viv 578 1610. Thursday, 05 October 2006 Blenheim Senior Citizens Club Meeting at Senior Citizens Hall, High Street, 2pm. Phone Harry 5788786 for more info. All welcome. Model Club meeting for all types of models on the 1st Thursday of every month held in the Wesley Centre, 3 Henry Street Blenheim. New Members welcome. For further    enquiries please phone Warren 5784381. Marlborough Repertory Society presents ‘Tittle Tattle 2’ at the Boathouse Theatre, 5 - 20 October 2006. Book at The Marlborough Centre, ph 520 8558. Daily at 8pm. Sundays at 4pm Friday, 06 October 2006 Blenheim Riverside Railway Train leaves Bayshaw Park Stn at 1.45pm only. Return trip up to 1 hour. Fare Adults $6 and Children $3. Enquiries to Dave 578 9442 or John 578 1621. St Christopher's Good Will Centre St Christopher's Hall, Redwoodtown, 9am - 12noon, selling pre-loved clothes, bric'a'brac etc. Contact: Beth 578 7183 or Marjory 578 8889.   Saturday, 07 October 2006 Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Market Every Saturday, 8am - 12noon, at the Railway Station Carpark, Grove Rd. Contact: John 578 3918 or Doug 578 5854. A Rotary Club of Blenheim Project. Kaituna-Blenheim Rifle Club Kaituna Rifle Range at 1.00pm.  Shooting over  800 and 900 yards for the Fairhall Cup.  Contact John 57 05485 Marlborough Car Club Silver Fern Rally, starts Picton Finishes Blenheim. 7th- 14th October.  For more details phone Dave 572 9072. Marlborough Embroiderers Guild Held 1st Saturday and 3rd Monday Evening of the month 7.30-10pm at the St.Johns Building,Seymour St. Further details contact Kae 578 9463 Old Time Dance Held at Tuamarina Hall 8pm - midnight. Supper Provided. Great Music by 'Janet's Old Time Dance Band'. $10 per head. Any further info phone Bill 570 2212 Red Cross First Aid Training Course – CFA 7th & 14th  October  2006. Comprehensive First Aid equivalent to the Workplace First Aid qualification. 9am - 5pm, 33 Redwood St. Manual, workbook & NZQA credits. Phone Wendy 578 6134 to register. The Story Hour at Centrepoint Mall 1st & 3rd Saturdays 10.30am - 11.30am.  Come and hear a story teller: enjoy stories, puppets and imagination with your young children. Sunday, 08 October 2006 Blenheim Bonsai Kai Appreciate the ancient art of Bonsai. Learn from NZ most experienced teacher how to create your own! Visitors are made welcome to our small friendly group. Come along between 2-4pm to No. 7 Hale Street  Phone Dave 577 8679 Blenheim Pony Club hold their monthly rallies on the second Sunday of each month, commencing at 10am saddled. This months rally will include instruction on clipping and Cross Country training in the afternoon. New members are most welcome. The Pony Club grounds are located in New Renwick Road, opposite Carters. For further info contact Carmen 578 2283 Marlborough Tramping Club Day trips every Wednesday & Sunday, occasional weekend trips. All grades. Visitors welcome. Bookings essential. For enquiries please phone Mary on 572 8762 or  mjsrusty@xtra.co.nz. Teddy Bears Picnic Marlborough Kindergarten invites teddy bears and their owners to The Teddy Bears Picnic at pollard Park, Sunday 11am - 1pm. Bring along your own picnic.(Listen to sounds FM for cancellation) Summer Series Triathalon-Duathalon Proudly presented by Blenheim Physiotherapy and Spokesman Cycles. Various distances. Registration, start and finish and Paddy Barry’s carpark. Note – Riverside Railway is not running today.  It will run again on Sunday 15th October. Monday, 09 October 2006 50 Plus Walking Group Walks leave the Nativity Church Car Park at 10am on Mondays.Taylor Pass Blenheim side.  Please Bring Lunch. Contact Joan 5781922 or Ivy 5781149 Blenheim Playcentre is quality early childhood education - a co-operative whanau/family experience. Monday to Friday 9.15am - 11.30am for ages 0-6 yrs. For more information contact Blenheim Playcentre 577 5216 RSA Entertainment Group Meets every Monday morning at the Blenehim Workingmens Club, Wynen St,  Blenheim. For more information and times contact Trevor 578 7215. New members most welcome. U. 3.A (Third Age of Learning) Meets monthly at The Salvation Army Hall, George St at 2pm. There are Study Groups meeting at various times. Contact Charles 572 9548 or Rennie 578 8735. Tuesday, 10 October 2006 Arthritis NZ Social Group meets on 2nd Tuesday of the month. Wesley Centre, Henry St 2pm. Phone Helen 578 2663. Brayshaw Park Spinners meet every Tuesday at Beavertown Hall, Brayshaw Park, 10am - 2pm for more information contact Nola 578 2380 or Lyne @ 570 2072 Evening Spinning GroupFortnightly every 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month. Starts at 7pm. Bobbin Cottage (Beavertown Hall), Brayshaw Park. Contact Pam 577 7442 Marlborough Basketball - Mini Ball Program Marlborough Basketball is holding their Mini Ball program  for boys and girls aged 6, 7, & 8. Times are 3:45pm - 4:30pm on 8 Tuesday's. This term, the children will be put into one of two groups. One, for those that have basketball experience, and the other for those who have little or no experience.  Deadline for registration and the $25.00 fee for the 8 Tuesday's is on October 6, 2006.  For more information, please see our website ( www.marlboroughbasketball.co.nz ) contact Jim at 577-8300 or e-mail at marlboroughbasketball@gmail.com REAP Marlborough Presents Tasty Spring Platters, tutor: Pat Sundholm, Tuesday 10 October, 7-9pm, Chantilly Coffee Bar, $40. Pat will show you how to prepare tasty and healthy finger food and present it attractively. For further details, please phone 578 7848. REAP Marlborough Presents French for Beginners, tutor: Miriam McNamara, Tuesday 10 October, 8 weeks, 7-9pm, Marlborough Girls' College, $45. A  mix of spoken and written French presented by topic eg asking for directions, meeting people, shopping. No prior knowledge of French is necessary. For further details, please phone 578 7848. Red Cross First Aid Training Course – Revalidation Refresher course to update certificates issued by any provider (certificates expired less than 3 months). 9am - 5pm, 33 Redwood St. Cost: Workbook & NZQA credits. Phone Wendy 578 6134 to register. Renwick Plunket Playgroup Held at Renwick Playcentre, 26 Havelock Street, Renwick. 9.30am-12midday. $1 Plunket donation per family. Under 2's welcome. Morning tea for children and Tea/Coffee provided for parents/caregivers. Contact Shelly 572 5422. Riversdale 50-Plus Group 'Guests Morning' with Retirement Village Residents at the Riversdale Community House.  Morning Tea at 9.45am. St John Workplace First Aid Course - 16 Hours 10th & 17th October - This certificated course is designed for persons over the age of 15 who want a general knowledge of First Aid, or are to be appointed as a designated First Aider in the workplace. This course is approved by OSH - NZQA unit standards, 6400, 6401 & 6402. To book please contact Melanie 5780797 or email melanie.simpson@stjohn.org.nz. Sunbelt Speakers Toastmasters Club Learn Public Speaking techniques with confidence. Meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday 7.30 - 9.30pm at St. Ninians Lounge, 1 Riley Crescent. Contact Carolyn 579 5582 Wednesday, 11 October 2006 Blenheim Buddhist Study Group Tibetan tradition of wisdom & compassion as taught by the Dalai Lama & others. Meet for meditation, teachings, discussion & friendship every 2nd & 4th Wednesday 7-9pm. Phone Majorie Baker 578 2409 Blenheim Dance Club Ballroom and Latin practice every Wednesday, 7.30pm.  Nurses Recreational Hall, Taylor Pass Road.  Ph: Lorraine 577 9746. Mainly Music to be held at the Renwick Anglican Hall, High St, Renwick. Starts 9-30am. Every Wednesday (except school holidays) Further info Lynda 57 28850 Wairau Valley Anglican Parish proundly presents 'Country Gardens' on Saturday 14th October 9am - 5pm & Sunday 15th October 11am - 5pm. Programmes are available from the Renwick Dairy or Devon Nursary for $10.  Phone Nicky 572 8255 for more information. Marlborough Car Club Committee Meeting.  7.30pm MCC Clubrooms.  For more details phone Dave 572 9072. Marlborough District Rose Society New members most welcome to join us at 7.30pm. Meeting every 2nd Wednesday of the month held at Senior Citizens Hall, High St, Blenheim. For further info phone Jackie 578 0016. Marlborough Electronic Organ & Keyboard Club Keyboard group get together, Wednesday afternoons at members homes at 1.45pm.  Social afternoons to promote music and understanding electronic keyboards.Ph June 577 9035 REAP Marlborough PresentsSewing Skills, tutor: Sue Tapp, Wednesday 11 October, 6 weeks, 7-9pm, Marlborough Girls' College, $35. To encourage sewers to achieve satisfying results on their own sewing machines. Spare sewing machines available. St John Workplace First Aid Course - 16 Hours 11th & 12th October - This certificated course is designed for persons over the age of 15 who want a general knowledge of First Aid, or are to be appointed as a designated First Aider in the workplace. This course is approved by OSH - NZQA unit standards, 6400, 6401 & 6402. To book please contact Melanie 5780797 or email melanie.simpson@stjohn.org.nz. Thursday, 12 October 2006 Blenheim Doll & Teddy Collectors Club meets every 2nd Thursday of the month at 7.30pm. Contact: Janet 573 6330 or Barbara 578 7574 for venue details Blenheim Masters Swimmers Every Thursday night at Anchor Stadium 2000, 8pm.  Contact Jodie 578 2390 for further details.  New members welcome. Hot Tips on Growing Boys Seminar held at The Elim Centre with John Cowan from Parents Inc. A great opportunity to get some inspirational tips from one of New Zealands great family motivators. Cost $20 single $35 couple. Time 7.30pm - 9.30pm. For registrations and Tickets ph Sonia 578 9053 A/H Kevin 577 9194. Kindy Gym held at the Blenheim Gymnastics Club, Opawa St extension every Wednesday 1.30 - 2.30pm and Thursday 10.45am - noon. Under 2yrs $1 and Over 2yrs $2. Contact Maureen 578 6434. M & M's - Music and Movement for preschoolers & caregivers, every Thursday morning (during term), Elim Centre Hall, Burleigh Rd. TWO SESSIONS 9.00am – 10.15am and 10.30 – 11.45am music, then morning tea  and playtime. Cost $2 per child. Contact Lorraine Tel: 577 9194 Marlborough Volleyball Thursday Night League Thursday Night League, term 4 2006.  A, B, C & Social Grades - Anchor Stadium from 6pm.Further info phone Richard 021 636151. Red Cross First Aid Training Course – CFA 12th & 13th October  2006. Comprehensive First Aid equivalent to the Workplace First Aid qualification. 9am - 5pm, 33 Redwood St. Manual, workbook & NZQA credits. Phone Wendy 578 6134 to register. Marlborough Camera Club Meet the 2nd Thursday of each month , 7.30pm at the St Mary’s Parish Centre Maxwell Rd.  New members welcome for club competitions, work shops, field trips and new photography experiences.  Contact: Roger 5783185 or Maureen 578 5594 COPD Exercise and Support Group  (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday each month at 1.30 pm  in the Wesley Centre. Henry St. Blenheim. Contact Donna 5789886 Friday, 13 October 2006 Gourmet Country Line Dancers 10th Birthday Details - TAB Junior Music CirclePerformers and their families/friends are invited to join in at 7pm in St Andrews Church, 5 Henry St, Blenheim. Fro more info ph Mike 5783948 or Katrina 579 4491. Marlborough Mountain Safety Up and Coming course - Womans Wilderness 13th & 14th October. For more info ph 578 5841 or marlborough@mountainsafety.org.nz Marlborough Volleyball's Junior Spikers League & Tasman Kiwi Volley Kiwi Volley Friday's at 3.30pm and Junior Spikers at 4.30pm held at Anchor Staduim 2000.  Kiwi Volley Organiser Nicolette Ph: 579 1591 or 021 792998.  Junior Spikers Organiser Alana Ph: 578 1358 or 0274616967. Wairau Valley Anglican Parish proundly presents 'Country Gardens' on Saturday 14th October 9am - 5pm & Sunday 15th October 11am - 5pm. Programmes are available from the Renwick Dairy or Devon Nursary for $10.  Phone Nicky 572 8255 for more information. Steam Excursion Train tomorrow, 14th October.  Departs from Picton or Blenheim heading to Christchurch.  Full day trip.  For more information phone 0800 783264 Saturday, 14 October 2006 Blenheim Rotary Car Boot Sale Market Every Saturday, 8am - 12noon, at the Railway Station Carpark, Grove Rd. Contact: John 578 3918 or Doug 578 5854. A Rotary Club of Blenheim Project. Kaituna-Blenheim Rifle Club Kaituna Rifle Range at 1.00pm. Practice & rifle testing.  Contact John 57 05485   Sunday, 15 October 2006 Blenheim Riverside Railway Train leaves Bayshaw Park Stn at 1.45pm, 3pm and 4.15pm for Beaver Stn. Return trip up to 1 hour. Fare Adults $6 and Children $3. Enquiries to Dave 578 9442 or John 578 1621. Marlborough Electronic Organ & Keyboard Club group get together, Monthly meetings at members homes at 1.45pm.  To promote enjoyment and appreciation of music.Ph Doug for more information 577 9035 or Renee 577 9902. Marlborough Kennel Assoc Ribbon Parade Held at Omaka Club Grounds. Entries taken from 10.30am and Judging 11am.Further details please ph Sandra 572 7228. New Zealand Society of Genealogists Blenheim Branch meet at the Beavertown Hall, Brayshaw Park. 10am - 4pm for Family History Week. Research charge $2-00. Members will be on hand to assist with your research and Library facilities will be open.  Inquiries to Don Henry phone 5791987 Train RidesMiniature locomotives hauling passenger wagons providing train rides for young & old.1st and 3rd Sundays at the Club Ground, Brayshaw Park, 1 - 4pm. Tickets: $1 adults & children. Associated Modellers Society, Also at the pond, come along and have a look at remote control yachts and boats.Trains contact Don 578 4925 and Boats John 579 3315 Radio Controlled Aircraft info Neal 5789456 or Dave 5787362. Welsh Kiwis meet at a local Hotel on the 3rd Sunday of the month from 2pm.  Everyone welcome. Ph  Andrew & Carol ph 572 8248, Monday, 16 October 2006   50 Plus Walking Group Walks leave the Nativity Church Car Park at 10am on Mondays.Rarangi-Blue Gum Triangle. Contact Joan 5781922 or Ivy 5781149 Marlborough Community Potters 18th Marlborough Community Potters  Club night 7 - 9pm.  New members & beginners welcome.  For more info ph Wendy 578 8881 or Rita 574 2176 Marlborough Poultry Pigeon and Cage Bird Club meets every 3rd Monday at 7pm at the Pigeon Club Rooms, Dillons Point Road. This meeting will be a discussion about "Avian Flu". St John Workplace First Aid Course - Refresher (8 hours) This course is designed to revalidate the Workplace First Aid certificate or equilivant certificate from any provider, which has a 2 year expiry date. It ensures participants update and refresh their first aid knowledge and practical skills. To book please contact Melanie 578 0797 or email: melanie.simpson@stjohn.org.nz Weavers Group meet 3rd Monday of the month at 7.30pm @ Beavertown Hall, Brayshaw Park. For more info contact Win on 578 9502 or Lesley on 577 6141 Witherlea Indoor Bowls Held every Monday 7pm at the Witherlea School Hall.New members welcome. Contact Joy 577 6191. Blenheim Croquet Club club days at Pollard Park, Parket Street.  Association Croquet - Monday mornings at 9.30am, Wednesdays 12.45pm & Saturdays 12.45pm.  Golf Croquet - Tuesdays, Thursdays & Sundays at 1.15pm.  Contact Bob 578 9740 or Alison 578 7820.     Tuesday, 17 October 2006 Plunket Playgroup Held at Redwoodtown Plunket Rooms, 21 Bythell Street, Blenheim. 9.30 - 11.30am (Tuesdays).  Gold coin donation per family.  Tea/Coffee provided for parents/caregivers.  Contact Ali 579 3085 or Kerry 579 2919. New Zealand Society of Genealogists Blenheim Branch meetings are held in the Beavertown Hall, Brayshaw Park, Off New Renwick Road at 7.30pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month February through to November.  Branch Convenor Alan Harris Phone 5787061 Wednesday, 18 October 2006 Kindy Gym held at the Blenheim Gymnastics Club, Opawa St extension every Wednesday 1.30 - 2.30pm and Thursday 10.45am - noon. Under 2yrs $1 and Over 2yrs $2. Contact Maureen 578 6434. Mainly Music to be held at the Renwick Anglican Hall, High St, Renwick. Starts 9-30am. Every Wednesday (except school holidays) Further info Lynda 572 8850 Riversdale 50-Plus Games Afternoon 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Riversdale Community House.  2pm - 4pm.  Bring your favourite games.  Gold coin donation, afternoon tea. St John Workplace First Aid Course - Refresher (8 hours) This course is designed to revalidate the Workplace First Aid certificate or equilivant certificate from any provider, which has a 2 year expiry date. It ensures participants update and refresh their first aid knowledge and practical skills. To book please contact Melanie 578 0797 or email: melanie.simpson@stjohn.org.nz Strollercise Exercising with other parents & caregivers with babies in buggies, prams, strollers etc. Meet at Pollard Park (by the playground) at 10am, every 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month (except on public holidays). Anyone who has a baby in a buggie, pram, stroller & wants to do exercise with other like-minded individuals can have fun at no cost!! This programme is supported by Blenheim Central Plunket.   Thursday, 19 October 2006 Blenheim Masters Swimmers Every Thursday night at Anchor Stadium 2000, 8pm.  Contact Jodie 578 2390 for further details.  New members welcome. Blenheim Senior Citizens Club Meeting at Senior Citizens Hall, High Street, 2pm. Phone Harry 5788786 for more info. All welcome. Brooklyn Croquet Club welcomes new members. Club days are as follows: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, all play starts @1.00pm on these days. For more info contact Miriam on 578 7688 or Joan on 579 1213 Marlborough Porcelain Artists Meet 10am - 4pm every 2nd,3rd & 4th Thursday of the month. 2nd Thursday at Plunket Rooms, Bythel Street. 3rd, 4th & 5th Thursday Nativity Church Hall. For further details contact June 578 8891or Marjorie 5777015. Redwoodtown Social Badminton Every Thursday 9am - 12 noon held at Anchor Stadium 2000. Ph Lynne 572 8201. St Andrews Church Service & Luncheon Service at St Andrews Church, Henry St, 11.15am followed by luncheon. All welcome. M & M's - Music and Movement for preschoolers & caregivers, every Thursday morning (during term), Elim Centre Hall, Burleigh Rd. TWO SESSIONS 9.00am – 10.15am and 10.30 – 11.45am music, then morning tea  and playtime. Cost $2 per child. Contact Lorraine Tel: 577 9194 Friday, 20 October 2006 Joy Ministries meet at St Andrews Church Friday 20 October 5 Henry Street 430.-7 PM for further details please Phone David Clode 5780.598. Saturday, 21 October 2006   OPENING NIGHT of the Eastern States Speedway, from 5.00pm Marlborough Mountain Safety Up and Coming course - River Crossing. For more info ph 578 5841 or marlborough@mountainsafety.org.nz Redwood Market Visit the Redwood Market EVERY SATURDAY  between 8.00am and noon to purchase your plants, fruit, vegetables, arts, crafts and flowers and help your community. The Story Hour at Centrepoint Mall 1st & 3rd Saturdays 10.30am - 11.30am.  Come and hear a story teller: enjoy stories, puppets and imagination with your young children. Sunday, 22 October 2006 'Artistic Sounds' Fine Art Auction Featuring exceptional works by many well known Sounds Artists such a Rich Edmonds, Michael MacMillan and many more … 1pm at the Linkwater Hall.  Eftpos facilities available on site, phone Jackie 574 1005 for a colour brochure of the works on offer. Blenheim Riverside RailwayTrain leaves Bayshaw Park Stn at 1.45pm, 3pm and 4.15pm for Beaver Stn. Return trip up to 1 hour. Fare Adults $6 and Children $3. Enquiries to Dave 578 9442 or John 578 1621. John's Patch Story Room is a free community programme for children.  A fun filled session of stories, games, crafts and activities. Held at the Wesley Centre. Come and join us Sunday mornings 10-11.30. Ph Roxy Ph  578 3282 Linkwater School Fun Day 2006 10am - 3pm at the Linkwater Hall and School Grounds.  (Cancellation day - Monday 23rd).  Donald Ducks (duck herding display), face painting, licky dip, all day café, garlic mussels, bouncy castle and superslide.  Live entertainment, raffles, Art Auction and more …  Phone Kathryn for more info 574 2077. Marlborough Clay Target Club Shotgun Shooting. The club has a monthly shoot on the 4th Sunday of each month and also a practice every Wednesday afternoon. Interested people ring Keith 575 7065(evenings) Marlborough Museum at Brayshaw Park. Open Daily 10am - 4pm. Information & Enquires 578 1712 Rock & Mineral Club Meets every Sunday up at their rooms at Brayshaw Park. For further info please phone Jack 578 2795 Monday, 23 October 2006 50 Plus Walking Group Walks leave the Nativity Church Car Park at 10am on Mondays.LABOUR DAY - NO WALK. Contact Joan 5781922 or Ivy 5781149 Marlborough Quilters meet at the St Marys Parish Church Hall at 7.30pm. Visitors most welcome. Ph Elaine 577 5607 Tuesday, 24 October 2006 Blenheim Buddhist Study Group Tibetan tradition of wisdom & compassion as taught by the Dalai Lama & others. Meet for meditation, teachings, discussion & friendship every 2nd & 4th Wednesday 7-9pm. Phone Majorie Baker 578 2409 Marlborough Herb Society Meets every 4th Tuesday PLEASE NOTE: NEW VENUE The Natual Healing Practice, 44 David Street. New Members welcome. Ph Pam 572 8713 Sunbelt Speakers Toastmasters Club Learn Public Speaking techniques with confidence. Meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday 7.30 - 9.30pm at St. Ninians Lounge, 1 Riley Crescent. Contact Carolyn 579 5582 Wednesday, 25 October 2006 Bizzy Beez Every Wednesday 10am-11.30am (During Term) Caregivers & Preschoolers friendly fun time of songs, dance, stories & art. Held at The Cave Youth Centre, 8 Beaver Rd.$2  per family incl morning tea.Contact Matt 578 3676 Friday, 27 October 2006 Blenheim Playcentre is quality early childhood education - a co-operative whanau/family experience. Monday to Friday 9.15am - 11.30am for ages 0-6 yrs. For more information contact Blenheim Playcentre 577 5216 Steam Excursion Train tomorrow, 27th October departs from Christchurch heading to Blenheim & Picton.  Full day trip.  For more information phone 0800 783264 Saturday, 28 October 2006 Kaituna-Blenheim Rifle Club Kaituna Rifle Range at 1.00pm. Practice & rifle testing.  Contact John 57 05485 Redwood Market Visit the Redwood Market EVERY SATURDAY  between 8.00am and noon to purchase your plants, fruit, vegetables, arts, crafts and flowers and help your community. Sunday, 29 October 2006 Blenheim Riverside Railway Train leaves Bayshaw Park Stn at 1.45pm, 3pm and 4.15pm for Beaver Stn. Return trip up to 1 hour. Fare Adults $6 and Children $3. Enquiries to Dave 578 9442 or John 578 1621. 'END OF THE MONTH SUNDAY BRUNCH' At Matua Cellar Door, New Renwick Road.  Cooked brunch available & local crafts for sale.  A great morning out for the whole family!  For more information, contact Rowan 572 8642 John's Patch Story Room is a free community programme for children.  A fun filled session of stories, games, crafts and activities. Held at the Wesley Centre. Come and join us Sunday mornings 10-11.30. Ph Roxy Ph  578 3282 Olde Mill House - Bicycle Hire in Renwick Bike Hire $25 per day, $20 per half day or $7 per hour.  Helmets, water bottles, baskets, locks and maps provided.  Complimentary use of cycles for guests.Operated from Olde Mill House B & B, 9 Wilson Street, Renwick.   www.oldemillhouse.co.nz  Phone 5728458. Monday, 30 October 2006 50 Plus Walking Group Walks leave the Nativity Church Car Park at 10am on Mondays.ANNIVERSARY DAY - NO WALK. Contact Joan 5781922 or Ivy 5781149 Marlborough Community Potters & 18th Marlborough Community Potters  Club night 7 - 9pm.  New members & beginners welcome.  For more info ph Wendy 578 8881 or Rita 574 2176 Witherlea Indoor Bowls Held every Monday 7pm at the Witherlea School Hall.New members welcome. Contact Joy 577 6191. Tuesday, 31 October 2006 Marlborough Bridge ClubClub Nights: Tuesday 7.20pm, contact:Bev 579 3990 Wednesday Social Bridge, 1.20pm. Non Bridge Club members welcome. Contact Carol 577 7199. Thursday 7.20pm, contact Harold 577 5205. Held at the Clubrooms, 56 Maxwell Rd. The 1st Friday of the month there is a Teams game. Contact Kay 578 7026. Coming up next Saturday 4 November, 'Lights Over Marlborough' fireworks spectacular.  At A & P Park from 6pm.   Stalls, Hot Food, Live DJ and a Special ‘flowering garden’ fireworks display.  The rain date will be the 5th November.