Ever wanted to know more about classical Indian dance? Rema and Simon explain some of the philosophy and history behind Bharatanatyam ahead of a performance by local group Revathi Performing Arts. Revathi Performing Arts The purpose of Revathi Performing Arts is to encourage people to know that these dance routines can be practiced as an exercise for body…
Recent Reads: Young Adult fiction
I'd be the first to admit I judge books by their covers all the time, but sometimes the blurb is so compelling I have to try the first chapter anyway. Such was the case with Noteworthy, a book with a deceptively bland cover much like the author's previous book, Seven Ways We Lie. I mean…
Cold Cures – relax and listen to an eAudiobook
Right at the end of the school holidays, I succumbed to ‘The bug’. Temperature, shivers, face-ache, sneezing, splutterings, sore throat, several hot-water bottles, over the counter meds and copious amounts of tea/coffee/honey, lemon and ginger combos later, I am now dealing with a more head cold-like scenario. What really upset me is my diligence in…
Cathedral Square by Night 1959: Picturing Canterbury
"Cathedral Square by night the northwest corner with the start of Chancery Lane under the bright white light. The Tivoli theatre later became the Westend, a huge cinema (scene of many happy nights out in my teenage years) complete with cat known to sleep on seats at the back. The old building to the left…
Quick Questions with Witi Ihimaera – WORD Christchurch
We are asking quick questions of writers and thinkers coming to Shifting Points of View, WORD Christchurch's suite of events at September's Christchurch Arts Festival. First up, it's the wonderful New Zealand writer Witi Ihimaera. What are you looking forward to doing in Christchurch? Hanging with people who know how to party. What do you…
The well-mannered read
In this world of alternative truths, acts of terrorism, online dating and climate change, sometimes what one really needs is a well-mannered book. In well-mannered books there is no gratuitous swearing, sex is private, and war (a sometimes necessary evil?) is viewed from a big picture perspective. These are books in which Mr Please and Mr…
Open air classrooms opened at Fendalton Primary School – This week in History 24-30 July
The first open air classroom at Fendalton Primary School was officially opened on the 26th of July 1924 by Mr E.H. Andrews, a member of the Canterbury Education Board. Professor Shelley, who was Professor of Education at Canterbury College, also gave an opening address encouraging the school and committee to continue the project. This first…
The winners of the My Very Own Hungry Caterpillar colouring-in competition
We're happy to announce the winners of the My Very Own Hungry Caterpillar (for ages 0 to 12 years) competition. It was a difficult task to judge, as the entries were outstanding. WINNERS These prizewinners get family passes to The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show at the beautiful Isaac Theatre Royal. HIGHLY COMMENDED Congratulations to our two Highly…
Remembering our most colourful author: Margaret Mahy
23 July marks the 5th anniversary of the passing of one of Christchurch's most famous locals, Margaret Mahy. One of New Zealand's most prolific writers for children and young adults, Margaret's writing has touched lives over many generations. Her stories and poems are full of magic and fun with a moral tale in the weaving. Many of her…
Sumner Gas Works, two views, 1958 and 2010: Picturing Canterbury
View 1958: This is taken from a clay bank, looking down over the Sumner Gasworks on the corner of Wakefield Ave and Truro Street, Sumner. We lived in the stoker's old home showing at the top left of the GasHolder ( which is still there today). Probably a rare view of the Gasworks which really…
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