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With only less than 2 weeks to go till the Christmas Carnival in Blockhouse Bay! We’ll be joining in on the festivities by making Christmas Cards for our community. Whether you want to make one for someone special or pop it into our letterbox for it to go to a senior at West Auckland Hospice we'd love to see you! We're teaming up with West Auckland Hospice and giving back to the seniors in our community who spend Christmas alone and may not receive anything. This season, let’s make a difference by creating heartfelt Christmas cards to brighten their day and remind them they’re loved and remembered. A simple card can bring joy, hope and connection so let’s share the spirit of the season together! Thanks to the Blockhouse Bay Village  for letting us be part of the Christmas Carnival and to the Whau Local Board  for providing the support we need to make it all possible (Christmas cards and all). If you'd like to make some Christmas Cards for those in need please contact us directly or drop them off to us in the office before the 15th of December.

With the end of the year fast approaching, our Centre will be closing it's doors for a bit longer than usual. As always, our last day will be on the 19th of December 2025 so our amazing staff and volunteers can take a well deserved break over the holidays however we will remain closed until the 2nd of March 2026 due to renovations taking place. Our staff will return from the 12th of January 2026 where they will be monitoring emails, social media channels and doing some mahi behind the scenes. If you need to contact them at all during the closure please don't hesitate to reach out. Alternatively, you can always use the contact us form on our website. We want to thank the Whau Local Board for making these renovations possible and to the Blockhouse Bay Baptist Church who have made sure some of our regular groups have space to continue their mahi within the bay. Thank you to our hirers and community who have shared supportive words during this bump in the road. We apologise to those who have been impacted by the closure but rest assured, we will be reopening our doors in March 2026 and hope you're able to come down and celebrate with us when the time comes. Please note: Armanasco house is still available to hire for smaller gatherings. Please contact us directly or book through Spacetoco.

For over 20 years , our School Holiday Programme has been a space of joy, creativity, and connection. From bouncy castles and messy crafts to nerf wars and out-of-centre adventures exploring Tāmaki Makaurau, it’s been a place where tamariki could laugh, learn, and grow. Although this news may bring mixed emotions (and trust us, we feel it too), we want to thank each and every one of you who has been involved in our journey over the years. We're grateful for the connections we've made and memories shared. While the Holiday Programme may be ending, we’re excited about what’s next. We’re already dreaming up new ideas and fresh initiatives to keep our community engaged during the school holidays — so watch this space ! Check out local Holiday Programmes here Green Bay Community House 2 Barron Drive, Green Bay https://www.greenbaycommunityhouse.co.nz/school-holiday-programmes SchoolsOut Wolverton 25 Wolverton Street, Avondale https://schoolsout.co.nz/wolverton/ Bizzy Bodz Blockhouse Bay Primary School https://www.bizzybodz.co.nz/westaucklandholidays Auckland for Kids Holiday Programme information https://www.aucklandforkids.co.nz/school-holiday-programmes-in-auckland-for-kids-and-teens/

Bring a friend and come on down to the Blockhouse Bay Community Centre on the 3rd of November We’re excited to announce that our Annual General Meeting will be held at the Blockhouse Bay Community Centre on the 3rd of November from 6.30pm onwards. Our AGM is a cornerstone event where we celebrate our Centre's progress, see what's in store for our future and meet the people behind the scenes! Event Details: Date : 3rd November 2025 Time : 6.30pm Location : 524 Blockhouse Bay Road, Blockhouse Bay What is an AGM? An AGM (Annual General Meeting) is a yearly gathering where we share highlights from the past year, discuss future plans, and vote in our new committee. It’s a great way to stay informed, get involved, and connect with others who care about our community. Why this evening matters? Annual General Meeting may sound intimidating but it's more than just a 'meeting' - it’s a time to come together and celebrate everything we’ve achieved since our last AGM and a way for us to show case what’s next. Highlights on the night Enjoy a relaxed, friendly atmosphere Celebrate the highlights from the past year Help welcome our new committee Catch up with neighbours and meet new faces Share your thoughts and feel part of the future Whether you’ve been part of our journey for years or you’re just getting to know us, we’d love to have you there. What are you waiting for? RSVP now: https://forms.office.com/r/QQC2aR1qrc

Get your cowboy boots on and join Doris Tan for an incredible Tuesday morning at our Centre! Day : Tuesdays Beginner classes : 9.30am - 10.30am Advanced classes : 10.30am - 11.30am Cost : $10 per class Contact: Doris Tan | doristan@windowslive.com

With the temporary closures of our local library, the Blockhouse Bay Community Centre have your local newspaper needs sorted! Come in and grab a copy of the Western and/or Central Leader from our main foyer from Monday - Friday 9am - 3pm. Please note that the Western/Central Leader is no longer available at our Centre however you can get the latest copy from the Blockhouse Bay Library up in the Village.

Come and watch Barbie with us on October 24th 2025 from 5.30pm We're going pink for October to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month by screening a movie about the Queen of Pink herself, Barbie! Come on down on the 24th of October, bring a picnic to share with the family, embrace your inner Barbie (or Ken) and go pink for Breast Cancer! Spot prizes will be given out on the night. Movie snacks will be available to purchase but feel free to BYO picnic, fish n chips or a yummy kebab from up the road! Doors open: 5.30pm Movie starts: 6.00pm Please note that this is a FREE event for our community however we are fundraising for Breast Cancer Foundation. If you would like to donate please bring some coins on the night as we will have some Breast Cancer Foundation goodies on site. If you would like to donate prior to the event please head over to our fundraising page here: https://fundraise.bcf.org.nz/fundraisers/bhbaycommunitycentre

Do you want to celebrate your favourite marine creature at the Whau Arts Festival on the 18th of October? Do you need some help making a puppet? Well look no further because Melissa Laing, Juliette Laird and Christina Houghton are coming down to our Scout Hall on the 10th of October from 10am to help you make a fish, mud crab or tuna (eel) out of found and recycled materials. This workshop is for both adults and young tamariki (8 years and up). Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult (who is welcome to also make a puppet). This workshop is in conjunction with the Fishy Parade that's happening at Archibald Park on the 18th of October 2025 at 6.00pm winding its way along the Te Whau Pathway. This is a celebration of the creatures large and small that make up our local marine ecology and we look forward to helping you create them! To register your interest head over to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/puppet-making-workshop-for-a-fishy-parade-blockhouse-bay-tickets-1670458389009?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Fathers Day is right around the corner so what better time than to come down to our Centre and join in on the Fathers Day Creation Station where we will be making something special for the Dads in our lives. We will be in the Scout Hall on the 30th of August 2025 from 10am - 12pm making keyrings and Fathers Day cards. We'll see you then!

With the weather keeping us on our toes this winter there's no better time to be disaster ready. Join Shalema from Community Waitakere on the 17th of August 2025 at our Centre where she will share her firsthand insights from Cyclone Gabrielle and its aftermath in Karekare. She'll provide an introduction to a collective disaster readiness at street, neighbourhood and community level. When: 17 August 2025 Time: 3pm - 4.15pm Where: Blockhouse Bay Community Centre, Lodge room (downstairs) To register your interest or to find out more information email loredana@bhbaycommunitycentre.co.nz

On the 2nd of August 2025 the team at the Blockhouse Bay Community Centre will be at Get to know the Whau from 12.30pm - 2.30pm. Make sure to come down and say hello, share your feedback, get involved with an awesome line up of fun free activities for tamariki while meeting other incredible organisations within the Whau area. For more information please head over to their Facebook event page here: https://www.facebook.com/share/16jkiKNAby/ Please note that this event will be held at the New Lynn Community Centre, 45 Totara Avenue, New Lynn.

Matariki is right around the corner and the whetū (stars) are all hiding in the Blockhouse Bay Community Centre - we need your help to come and find them! With the support of the Whau Local Board, the Blockhouse Bay Community Centre are observing Matariki for 2025 with a fun filled morning for everyone. Not only will there be a star treasure hunt to get involved with and a great prizes to be won, we will also have craft activities, sausage sizzle, face painting, coffee and more - make sure to spread the word and join us on June 29th from 10am - 1pm to acknowledge Matariki for 2025. Keep an eye on our social media channels and website for regular updates. If you'd like to get involved with the event and volunteer on the day please contact our Community Facilitator loredana@bhbaycommunitycentre.co.nz . A big thank you to our sponsors and supporters of this event: Whau Local Board https://www.facebook.com/WhauLB/ Stardome Observatory https://www.stardome.org.nz/ Blockhouse Bay/Lynfield Lions Foundation https://www.bhbl-lions.org/ The Coffee Store https://coffeecarthire.co.nz/