Calendar

Apr
4
Fri
TechMate Computer Help @ Hornby Community Centre
Apr 4 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Do you need help to use your laptop or phone?
Techmate an organisation who support adults facing difficulty with their technology devices are bringing their volunteers here to the Hornby community. They will sit alongside people and help them work out how to use their device.
The good news starting from 2024 they will be a weekly service on a Friday for the community to access from 1pm – 3pm at the Hornby Community Centre (next to the Hornby Library) 8 Goulding Ave.
This is a walk in service, wait your turn. While this is FREE service, a koha (donation) is always welcome.
If you have other tech related problems call the office to find out if the volunteers can help on 0800 766 763 or email info@techmate.org.nz
Apr
5
Sat
Hornby Toy Library @ Hornby Toy Library
Apr 5 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Hornby Toy Library is a great place to borrow a wide variety of interesting toys for kids 0 to 8 yrs. Check out their toy database at https://hornbytoylibrary.mibase.co.nz/home/index.php?fbclid=IwAR0MWF8Xj-1I8-Gs2iqT3cZwuPqf9ywdsAvkO7htZVyHXgo8HWirirVLmtg

Or their Facebook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/HornbyToyLibrary

Te Korowai O Grannies (Grannies Mobile Free Kai) @ Different Locations every week
Apr 5 @ 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Te Korowai Ō Grannies Charitable Trust

Face-to-Face local Kaitiaki and volunteers, providing “Kai & Whānaungatanga” connections by way of giving:

  • Free fruit & vegetables
  • Free produce
  • Free crafted breads

For families, whānau in need, mums and or dads with tamariki, grandparents raising mokopuna, our most vulnerable in our neighbourhoods. We service local neighbourhoods Hei Hei, Broomfield, Islington, Hornby and will extend to other neighbourhoods as required. Bring your own reusable bags. If donating spare shopping cloth bags – Please make sure these are clean. We also collect reusable brown bags with handles. Hand these to our volunteers at any of our runs.

  • Wanting to donate fruits and vegetables? Contact Jenny (021) 105 5678
  • Seeking to help and support Grannies – Kaitiaki / Volunteer? Contact Aroha (021) 216 6827
  • All other inquiries – Contact June (027) 33 555 30
  • Join our FB page for all the latest and up-to-date info https://www.facebook.com/groups/granniesbread
Apr
7
Mon
Food Bank – Salvation Army @ Salvation Army Hornby
Apr 7 @ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Book in for your Food Parcel as per the email in the contact details or call in/

Justice of the Peace (JP) – Hornby Community Centre @ Hornby Community Centre
Apr 7 @ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Cooking Group at 126 on the Corner @ 126 on the Corner
Apr 7 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Different dishes every week and great company. Check out the Facebook Page for more details every week.

Apr
8
Tue
Cake&Connect’ Women’s Group at Hornby Community Centre @ Hornby Community Centre
Apr 8 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
In collaboration with @AotearoaMulticulturalWomensAssociation the ‘Cake&Connect’ women’s group.
is held every Tuesdays 10am-12pm. Fortnightly English sessions and a social activity the following Tuesday. This week it is a social activity like Bingo etc.
Lots of fun get along !! Today is the Cake and Connect Tuesday.
Variety Group – 126 on The Corner @ 126 on the Corner
Apr 8 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Variety Club is on every Tuesday (except school holidays) from 1pm to 3pm with a different activity every week

Seated Exercises for Seniors at the Hornby Community Centre (ACC Exercises) @ Hornby Community Centre
Apr 8 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Come along and join in as they fellow simple seated exercises from Age Concern to help with muscle strengthening, coordination and balance.
After the sessions those who wish to stay behind will enjoy a few laughs over afternoon tea (Optional and cost of $1)

Apr
9
Wed
Kid Fit – Free Gym Class at Snap Fitness Hornby @ Snap Fitness Hornby
Apr 9 @ 4:00 pm – 4:30 pm