BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Fairfield House - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Fairfield House X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Fairfield House REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20190406T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20190928T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20200404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20200926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20210403T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20210925T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20220402T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20220924T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211121T140000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211121T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20211030T094426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211104T233754Z UID:10731-1637503200-1637503200@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Crash Bandihoot DESCRIPTION:Fairfield is hosting our FIRST of the summer outdoor concerts\, Wellington favourites Crash Bandihoot bring their high energy set of raucous New Orleans style second line brass band music to the South Island of Aotearoa for the very first time. A lazy Sunday afternoon in our beautiful courtyard.\nExpect soaring horns and driving rhythms from this colourful and sometimes interactive performance that sold out at Wellington Jazz Festival. \n“A delight. One of the highlights of the day” – Newtown Festival\n“A fantastic bunch of musicians\, definitely a hoot” – Regent 58 Brewery\n“WOW WOW WOW! What a talented group. Loved the vibe during the set which continued on once they had played! Can’t wait to host them again soon!” – The Garrison\, Featherston\n“A highly energetic ensemble of skilled performers. Definitely a favourite!” – Kapiti Music Festival \nAs numbers will be limited please reserve your tickets\n@ Contact do indicate how many in your group. Level 2 protocols will be followed.\nBar operating & food available. URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/crash-bandihoot/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Crash-Bandicoot.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211007T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20211007T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210822T235427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210822T235427Z UID:10682-1633635000-1633635000@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Lake South: The Light You Throw. album release tour DESCRIPTION:Home Alone Music is proud to present ‘The light you throw’ – the third album from Te Whanganui-a-Tara based electricUTOPIA songwriter Lake South. Slated for release on September 17\, the album was written in the midst of Aotearoa’s Level-4 lockdown ( that;s the 2020 one) and recorded at a rented house in Waikawa beach. From the anxiety of the pandemic comes a record full of hope\, joy and defiance. Expertly crafted odes to friends\, the cities they live in\, and the futures they strive for.\nThese are songs to be experienced live and Lake South has the band to make them pop. Theo Sekeris (Ras Judah\, Rubita) is on bass\, Eddie Crawshaw (Sheep Dog & Wolf\, Bonaparte) hits rhythm\, and Penelope Esplin (French for Rabbits\, Grawlixes) adds beatific harmonies and synths.\nThis collection follows 2017’s ‘If You’re Born On An Island the Ocean Heals You’ and the follow-up\, ‘Wellington | Te Upoko O Te Ika’\, in late 2019. Both records have been critically acclaimed with Graham Reid calling Lake an electro-folk postcard poet of his doubting generation. \nPraise for Lake South’s previous work:\n“A titanic talent” – The Revue.ca\n“It’s a ripper!” – Grant Smithies\n“Earnest and acutely observed nostalgia turns into uplifting anthems time and again” – Alex Behan (Sunday Star Times)\n“Gorgeous pop gems…deft\, heartfelt\, funny.” – NZ Musician Magazine \nLISTEN \nTickets @ undertheradar URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/lake-south-the-light-you-throw-album-release-tour/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Lake-South-Oct-2021.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210926T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210926T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210811T234300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210822T233647Z UID:10648-1632684600-1632684600@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Mama's Got the Blues DESCRIPTION:Izzy Miller Bell & Susan Leigh Grant \nUrban folk & country blues\, a little bit of jazz and a whole lot of Celtic soul that is what these two vintage blues mamas bring to the table\, delivering a slick program of original composition\, eloquent Dylan arrangements and classic jazz and blues by the likes of Billie Holiday\, Fats Waller Josh White\, Johnny Cash and more. \nIzzy Miller Bell aka Ma Bell heralded to be one of NZ’s most musical Scottish imports (NZMM July 2003) arrived on our shores in the late eighties and has gone on to establish a solid respected reputation as a folk blues jazz singer songwriter\, performance artist and producer\, the face behind Miller Bell Productions & The Pop-Up Concert Series. \nSusan Leigh Grant is the other half of this impressive musical partnership. She is a two-time Gore Golden Guitar award winner who plays a mean slide guitar while at the same time bringing an innovative sensitive approach to the wooden body finger-style making her the perfect accompaniment to the gutsy chocolate hazelnut voice of Ma Bell.\n This is a special musical partnership not to be missed. \nReserve your ticket URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/mamas-got-the-blues/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Izzy-Miller-Bell-crop-FINAL-page-001.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210926T133000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210926T153000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210805T092634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210805T092917Z UID:10631-1632663000-1632670200@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Mindfulness- Based Cognitive Therapy Course DESCRIPTION:Learn the life-changing tools of mindfulness meditation with cognitive skills to: \nFind calm\, increase focus and reduce stress to avoid burnout. Increase self-care and resilience. Enhance self-compassion\, moving away from rumination and self-criticism. \nMBCT is a clinically trialled and evidence-based eight-week program for managing stress\, anxiety and depression. Recommended by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence\, UK for the treatment of recurrent depression and to manage ruminative thinking and anxiety. \nWhen: Sunday afternoons\, 26 September – 14 November\, 1:30PM – 3:30PM\nRetreat day Saturday 6 November 10AM – 4PM \nCourse Materials: Digital MP3 audio practice recordings\, 73-page handbook\, Pre-course interview. \nCost: $580 – 22 hours of course time (Beneficiary discount available).\nFind out More: Contact Lea Ph. 0211820969\nEmail: lea@mindfulnow.nz\nWebsite: http://mindfulnow.nz/learn-mindfulness-and-cognitive-skills-nelson URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/mindfulness-based-cognitive-therapy-course/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/brain-Mcbt.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lea Godfrey":MAILTO:lea@mindfulnow.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210914T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210914T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210902T025105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T025105Z UID:10693-1631642400-1631653200@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Seasons Art Classes DESCRIPTION:Season Art Classes at Fairfield House are in demand\, Heiko and Susanne are responding with hosting another 3 courses starting in September & October.\nJoin them on your journey to finding your inner artist.\nHave the best fun ever and create the art you have always wanted to with a supportive tutor and friends.\nOver the 14* week course you will explore four different media:\n• Drawing\n• Watercolour\n• Acrylics\n• Oil Pastels\nLearn to Paint & Draw People & Places. Discover how to paint faces\, figures\, friends and family\, beautiful landscapes. Learn the artists’ secrets that are needed to create your beautiful pieces of original art. Our curriculum caters to those who are beginners to those who are already drawing and want more tutoring.\nThese classes and curriculum are designed by a team of European master tutors especially for beginner to intermediate artists.\n• 14-week* course.\n• 3 hours per class – Time to really enjoy yourself.\n• All in-class materials are supplied – Just bring yourself.\n• Great fun with like-minded people.\n• You will make some fantastic new friends.\nRefreshments are available.\nYou can secure your place today with an $89 registration deposit. Final payment can be made prior to the class\, or a payment plan can be arranged to suit your budget.\nSeats are limited – We’ll look forward to seeing you soon.\n​Evening class:\nStarting;Tuesday 14 September\, 6pm-9pm\nMorning class:\nStarting; Wednesday 10 November 9.30am-12.30 pm\nAfternoon class:\nStarting; Wednesday 10th November 1pm – 4pm\nSusanne and Heiko 021 278 1280 See Less URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/seasons-art-classes/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Seasons-Art-Class-August.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210903T190000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210903T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210628T014459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T023137Z UID:10563-1630695600-1630695600@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:The Jac; Alert Level 3 Event Cancelled. They will be back at a later date for sure ! DESCRIPTION:The Jac is back! A year on from the COVID-enforced online release of their third studio album ‘A Gathering’\, the high-octane modern jazz octet is reforming in 2021 to tour Aotearoa once again\, with a follow up album: ‘Walking Spirits’! \nFeaturing material from The Jac’s 2017 collaboration with Korean quartet Black String\, plus a swathe of brand new original compositions\, these albums represent a milestone in their sound. Recorded at Roundhead Studios in Auckland\, they are a beautifully produced capture of a band at the height of its powers\, showcasing their intricate and immersive compositions\, tight ensemble playing and assertive\, individual improvising voices. \n‘Tūī’\, one of the titles from ‘A Gathering’\, was awarded the APRA NZ Best Jazz Composition award in 2020. The Jac has performed the music for no less than 5 other winners and nominees of the same award since 2014. They have headlined the Wellington Jazz Festival and featured in the Jarasum International Jazz Festival (KOR)\, Bukchon Music Festival (KOR)\, National Jazz and Blues Festival (NZ) and performed throughout Aotearoa\, Australia and South Korea. \nWellington jazz stalwarts Jake Baxendale\, Chris Buckland (saxophones)\, Callum Allardice (guitar)\, Nick Tipping (bass) and Shaun Anderson (drums) are joined by the NZSO’s Matthew Allison (trombone) plus guests Daniel Hayles (piano) and Ben Hunt (trumpet) for this very special concert. \nTickets $25 online\,\n $15/$30 on the door (concession/general admission) URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/the-jac-a-gathering-walking-spirits-album-release/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/The-JAC-66_web-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210831T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210831T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210628T225155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210803T054831Z UID:10574-1630432800-1630443600@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:The Seasons Art Class DESCRIPTION:Due to popular demand Seasons Art Class are offering an evening class as well as the daytime classes that have been so enthusiastically attended \n“Perhaps you have never picked up a brush since your school days\, even if you are completely new to art\, we welcome that\, very much. We will look after you & teach step-by-step techniques to uncover your hidden skills…”\nOver the 3 months course students explore four different media: Drawing\, Painting with Watercolour\, Acrylics and Oil Pastels. Discover how to paint faces\, figures\, friends\, family and stunning landscapes.\nStep-By-Step Easy Lessons\n• Fun\, easy\, social event\n• 14 session course (14 weeks) starting 31st August \n• 3-hour class\, once a week 6pm to 9pm\n• Beginners to improvers\n• All in-class material is provided for you\n• $49 per week\, with a deposit of $84\n• Please visit website for all information\n Or call Susanne 021 278 1280 \nCheck out Season Art Facebook URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/the-seasons-art-class/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Seasons-Facebook-Profile.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210819T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210819T203000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210606T013008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210822T231311Z UID:10530-1629397800-1629405000@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:MacBeth: postponed until a later date. Kia Kaha DESCRIPTION:Witches. Political intrigue. Murder. It is foretold Macbeth will one day be king of Scotland. But there’s a lot of bodies to go till he’s top of the pile…\nSee Shakespeare’s most terrifying tragedy done properly: with killer battles\, demoniacal witches\, audience interaction\, and lots (and lots) of blood. This is real theatrical magic\, starring nationally touring Shakespearean actress\, Katie Boyle\, as Macbeth\, and Salome Grace Neely (TV’s Westside) as Lady Macbeth. \nFive professional touring actors are bringing Macbeth back to rip-roaring life. Don’t just see the story of an insatiable lust for power. Experience it. \nGet involved in this outdoor\, winter tragedy. Bring a blanket and enjoy the show while sitting under heaters drinking mulled wine\, hot toddies\, or hot chocolate. Winter is a long season\, snuggle up and embrace the dark\, cold\, mysterious world of Macbeth.\nDirected by Alexander Sparrow: Nationally touring director and actor\nProduced by Kim Bailey: Nutcracker Sold-Out Season – Theatre Royal \nMacbeth contains extreme simulated violence and is recommended for audiences 16+ \nTickets and full details of the 8 shows at www.iticket.co.nz/events/2021/aug/macbeth URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/macbeth/2021-08-19/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/MacBeth-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210815T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210815T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210603T022623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210603T022907Z UID:10525-1629055800-1629055800@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Good Habits DESCRIPTION:Good Habits are a UK alt-folk duo\, telling stories and turning heads across the globe.\nComposed of singer-cellist Bonnie Schwarz and accordionist Pete Shaw\, they create folk-infused songs that test the limits of their traditional instruments; maintaining folk roots of musical storytelling amongst their energetic\, virtuosic playing. \n“The duo are musical tricksters..There’s a rare emotional warmth and fullness to Good Habits’ sound..’’ Songlines\n“Wonderfully Quirky and Exceptionally Talented” – Unheard NZ \nCovid-19 saw them ‘stranded’ in New Zealand whilst on tour. In the year since\, Good Habits have performed alongside a line up of New Zealand’s top acts including Nadia Reid\, Ria Hall and Lost Tribe Aotearoa and were winners of Purbeck Folk Rising Award. The release of their debut album\, ‘Going For Broke’\, gained them shining reviews in Songlines\, appearances in National Paper NZ Herald\, and a tight tour schedule including performances at New Zealand’s largest festivals: Splore\, TSB Festival of Lights\, Resolution and many more. \nTickets @ https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/search?q=Good+Habits URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/good-habits/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Good-Habits-Web-Image..jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210725T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210725T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210603T015315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T005939Z UID:10518-1627241400-1627241400@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:DUNCAN HAYNES TRIO DESCRIPTION:Recently returned to Aotearoa after two decades travelling the globe\, Duncan Haynes is one of New Zealand’s finest jazz pianists. Having lived\, performed and recorded in the UK\, Europe\, the USA and South America\, he brings a wealth of experience and an international vision to his music. \nWith a classical background in piano and cello\, Duncan studied jazz with the very best of his native New Zealand at Massey University\, Wellington.The following years found his arrangements on the multi-platinum selling pop albums of Bic Runga and at huge outdoor events such as Symphony Under the Stars in Auckland and the official millenium celebrations in Wellington. He then spent 8 years based in London\, performing all over the U.K. and Europe including at Ronnie Scott’s\, Pizza Express Dean St\, Wembley Stadium\, Lords\, Queens Club\, Blenheim Palace\, jazz festivals in Warsaw\, Portugal\, Ireland\, the Netherlands and rock festivals such as Bestival on the Isle of Wight.\nAfter a stint playing rock and blues in Lousiana\, USA he moved to Lima\, Peru where the music of South America captured his imagination. Having performed there with world class artists such as Susana Baca\, Eva Ayllon and Andres Prado it was time for a return to Europe\, this time based in Paris\, where he established a world music/jazz hybrid project Cuarteto Imaginario in 2017.\nDuncan has recorded regularly throughout his career with 5 studio albums to his credit and many others as a sideman across very different genres.\nDuncan teams up with Mark Lockett (drums) & Seth Boy (bass) to present a concert of original compositions\, drawn from his 5 studio albums\, highlighting the power\, flexibility and sheer beauty that a piano trio can achieve. \nReserve seat and pay at the door URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/duncan-haynes-trio/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Duncan-Haynes-Trio.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210723T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210723T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210603T014247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T091448Z UID:10515-1627068600-1627068600@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Songwriters Soirée .. O & The Mo & Edward Castelow DESCRIPTION:As the winter kicks into gear well proper this July\, two of our nation’s most charming acts are teaming up for a cute run of shows to warm the cockles of your hearts in the form of the Songwriters Soirèe. Bask in the candle-lit vibrancy and indie folk stylings of renowned Tāmaki Makaurau sweetheart Edward Castelow and Nelson/Põneke dreamboats O & The Mo when they merge for a special set of intimate performances. The Songwriters Soirèe will see both acts in stripped back mode\, sharing the performance space in tandem and entwining their sets song for song while discussing themes and offering insight into the material or it’s inspiration along the way. \nEdward Castelow (of Dictaphone Blues) released his debut album Mirth in February 2021. The album features a cast of NZ musicians\, including Anna Coddington\, Julia Deans & Ben Sinclair (The Beths)\, and is a tender collection of personal tales and reflections delivered through sultry baritones\, touches of folk strumming paired with a slight psychedelic undercurrent. Castelow’s sound is both unique and vibrant\, whilst his latest songwriting takes a turn toward more personal subjects such as life and death\, love and loss and the mirth within them all. \nOriginally hailing from Wellington\, O & The Mo now keep their fingers on the music pulse from their base in Sunny Nelson. In the wake of global lockdowns\, lessons and learnings\, the duo released their debut album In Transit in November 2020. An album which reflects on the challenge and beauty of learning to stay still. In Transit is as much of a political commentary as it is an exploration of love and life. With a few unreleased songs up their sleeves\, O & The Mo will enchant you with their stripped back romantic melodies and unique baritone guitar. \nBe sure to wander in from the cold and into the Songwriters Soirèe for a special dose of winter comfort guaranteed to fill up your cup. \nTickets @ undertheradar \nedwardcastelow.bandcamp.com/album/mirth \noandthemo.bandcamp.com/album/in-transit URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/o-the-mo-and-edward-costellow/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/O-The-Mo-Nov-2020.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210618T190000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210618T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210511T193345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210511T193444Z UID:10498-1624042800-1624050000@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Mid-Winter Dance with Hester DESCRIPTION:Winter is here\, it’s cold and dark. Here is a mid-winter tonic for the soul.\nThis evening is for people who want to dance. \nMove to some great tunes\, mark the longest night and herald the return of the sun.\nBraziers will burn and the scene will be set to delight the senses with an indoor and outdoor dance floor. Together we’ll go on a journey through many tempo’s\, genres and delicious flavours of sound with seasoned DJ Hester P. \nOur evening will complete a short visual and interactive enactment of the returning sun. Leave when you wish but you’re welcome to stay on and socialize in a shared post-dance glow with a warm drink .\nDon’t miss this one. Invite Your Friends. See you there!\nFairfield Courtyard and Gallery. URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/mid-winter-dance-with-hester/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Winter_Solstice.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210527T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210527T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210415T094100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210504T221814Z UID:10465-1622143800-1622143800@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Brave Caitlin Smith’s Imaginary Band DESCRIPTION:Brave Caitlin Smith’s Imaginary Band will be touring\, Caitlin Smith (piano and vocals)\, Lance McNicoll (guitar) and Steve Cournane (percussion and cymbals) a dream team performing jazz and folk music. \nCaitlin Smith’s latest album ‘You Have Reached Your Destination’ creates a multisensory universe unto itself – Braille and a tactile labyrinth within the cover art\, poetry and footsteps recorded between 14 originals. A mesmerizing\, prolific and passionate performer\, originals are sandwiched between the tastiest covers\, especially the repertoire of her spiritual parents Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. \nThe Caitlin Smith Trio (and earlier incarnation The Fondue Set) have held down well-loved residencies in Auckland for over two decades. 2021 marks the release of a collaboration/CD with the Auckland Jazz Orchestra ‘East of the Sun’. Caitlin Smith’s tour in 2020 with ARO was Covid interrupted so Caitlin Smith is delighted to be able to return. \nThe Band \nCaitlin Smith is a mesmerizing performer\, song-poet and story singer. Legally blind since birth\, she is a tireless advocate for accessibility issues and the healing and transformative power of creativity.\nA vocal and song-writing coach to many of our best known artists\, Caitlin Smith combines poetry and music in unforgettable performances that include her original compositions as well as covers penned by her musical heroes. \nLance McNicoll has been a professional musician in the Auckland scene for many years. \nSteve Cournane is a drummer and composer who began playing with the Alpaca Brothers in Dunedin\, in 1984. Steve won a Tui for NZ Jazz album of the year in 2002 for the album Stereoscope by CLBob. This group released three albums and performed relentlessly around the country over a ten-year period. In 2007 he moved to Lima\, Peru\, where he survived as a musician while studying the coastal Afro-Criolla music for another seven years. He moved to Auckland in 2017 and currently plays cajón with Isla Flamenca (with Ian Sinclair) and drum-kit with BOAT and Bill Direen. \nBookings at https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/contact URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/caitlin-smith/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Caitlin_Piano_Women_01-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210525T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210525T183000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210331T094426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T003645Z UID:10438-1621967400-1621967400@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:MINDFULNESS-BASED COGNITIVE THERAPY an 8 week course DESCRIPTION:(MBCT) 8-Week Course | Nelson | May 25 – July 13 \nLearn the life-changing tools of mindfulness meditation with cognitive skills to:\nFind calm\, increase focus and reduce stress\, to avoid burnout\nIncrease self-care and resilience.\n Enhance self-compassion\, moving away from rumination and self-criticism.\n Improve sleep\, learn how to wind down and let go. \nMBCT is a clinically trialed and evidence-based eight-week program for managing stress\, anxiety and depression. Recommended by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence\, UK for the treatment of recurrent depression and to manage ruminative thinking and anxiety. \nCOURSE MATERIALS: Digital MP3 audio practice recordings\, 73-page handbook and a pre-course interview. \nCOST: $580 – 22 hours of course time (Student\, older people and beneficiary discount available)\nTRAINER: Lea Godfrey (BSc-Psych\, NZAP) \nWHEN: Tuesdays 25 May – 13 July\, 6.30pm – 8.30pm\nRetreat Day\, Saturday 3 July 10am – 4pm \n Contact Lea Godfrey 021 182 0969 lea@mindfulnow.nz URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/mindfulness-based-cognitive-therapy/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/MBCT-flyer-page-001.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Lea Godfrey":MAILTO:lea@mindfulnow.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210507T200000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210507T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210415T081941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T082227Z UID:10454-1620417600-1620417600@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Monty Bevins "Catalina" DESCRIPTION:Following on from the 7 years of constant touring that fuelled the EP ‘Traveller”\,\nMonty’s first 2 years as a father have defied him to delve deeply into what slowing down might uncover. The single “Catalina” gives us an intimate insight into this world\, via the imaginary lens of whoever owned that abandoned trailer sailer down the road… There had to be a song in it! \nEmbracing change\, reinventing life\, and connecting to the source are themes that drive Monty’s full-length debut album\, out this spring. \nMonty Bevins is a New Zealand based singer-songwriter\, known as a touching\,\nspirited performer\, whose soul-folk songs ask the big questions while telling the small stories. With a warm rich voice and articulate guitar grooves\, Monty digs out and distills themes of tenderness\, personal revolution and adventure \nPresales $20 book at undertheradar\nDoor sales $25 URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/monty-bevins-catalina-single-release-tour/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Monty-May-Nelson-web-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210410T190000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210410T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210331T093512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210331T093844Z UID:10431-1618081200-1618081200@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:LIFE'S ABSURDITIES & OTHER STORIES DESCRIPTION:Nelson resident Mary Glaisyer is old. Very old. Well 70 something\, if you really want to know. And she likes telling stories. She’s always told them. It’s one her raison d’etres\, (if you can have that in plural) and she has a few. Some of her stories are funny\, some are downright peculiar and some are just … well just Mary\, if you know what I mean. Come along for an evening of non-stop enjoyment. \nMary Glaisyer began performing standup comedy in her 70’s. She is by far the oldest beginner in the standup scene in Nelson\, which has only been going about three years\, mainly at the Liquid Bar in Bridge Street. \nMary was keen to try out a storytelling/standup show of her own\, so Fairfield House is hosting two performances with pianist Virginia Ward playing between Mary’s “sets.” \nWe need YOU to be in the audience! All proceeds will be going to the Nelson Tasman Housing Trust\, which “aims to increase the supply of quality\, affordable\, healthy homes and housing services for people/whanau in need.” \nDATES: Saturday April 10 – 7pm & Sunday April 11 – 2pm\nTICKETS: $10 www.trybooking.co.nz/GUO\nLimited seating. Bookings essential. URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/lifes-absurdities-other-stories/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Mary-G-Lifes-Absurdities-other-Stories..jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Helen Moulder":MAILTO:helen.moulder@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210408T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210408T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210318T091454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T092053Z UID:10409-1617910200-1617910200@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:French for Rabbits & Terrible Sons DESCRIPTION:Wellington’s ethereal dream-pop gems French for Rabbits are pairing up with Terrible Sons for a weekend away in the South Island. They will present their dreamy\, perfectly-paired music to lucky audiences in Nelson\, Blenheim and Onekaka\, before French for Rabbits head off to perform at Wanaka’s Festival of Colour.\n_______________\nFrench for Rabbits released a handful of singles in 2020 – including the soaring chamber pop of ‘The Dark Arts’ in December which is the first single from their forthcoming album (due out later in 2021). On the tour they will be presenting new material alongside their intimately beautiful collection of previous releases.\nThe band are known for their welcoming presence\, animated banter and effortless songwriting – that spans both the intimate and expansive.\n______________\nTerrible Sons released their much anticipated EP ‘Mass’ in February. Having racked up over 18 million streams on previous singles\, it may come as a surprise that the Nettwerk-signed duo from Christchurch have never toured. The duo consists of LA Mitchell (Fly my Pretties) and Matt Barus (The Dukes).\nAbout Mass: “ ……. a stark\, quiet collection of deeply romantic songs that hark back to the sweeping indie glory of Kings of Convenience and Feist. It’s the kind of music that feels destined to soundtrack the idiosyncratic indie cinema of the mid-2000s. It’s luscious\, organic and so\, so intimate” – Tone Deaf https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IprVIIbi6lE) \nEarlybird Tickets $25 at undertheradar\n Door sales $30;\n doors open 7pm; concert 7.30pm. URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/french-for-rabbits-terrible-sons/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/French-for-Rabbits-film-2-Lily-Paris-West.-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210406T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210406T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210324T210001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T212436Z UID:10420-1617730200-1617737400@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Astronomical Interests of Fairfield's Atkinson Family. DESCRIPTION:Nelson Science Society and Fairfield House have the pleasure of hosting an informative evening as part of Nelson’s Tuku 21 Whakatū Heritage Month.\n Duncan Steel will talk about two remarkable members of the Atkinson family and their astronomical interests. Arthur Atkinson who built Fairfield House\, observed the Transit of Venus in 1882 on a 4″ Browning telescope. In 1885\, on his new 8″ Cooke Telescope\, Arthur observed a total solar eclipse.\nThe 4″ Browning telescope used to witness the transit will be on display before and during the talk.\nArthur’s great-nephew\, Harry Atkinson\, had an asteroid named after him and was Chairperson of the European Space Agency \nPlease register your interest in attending at /www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/contact/ URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/astronomical-interests-of-fairfields-atkinson-family/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/tower-telescope-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210312T190000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210312T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210308T003523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T003727Z UID:10396-1615575600-1615582800@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Farewell Summer\, Greetings Autumn Meadow Dance. DESCRIPTION:This evening is for people who just want to dance… \nOn this evening Summer gives way to Autumn making it a perfect moment to serenade Summer on an alive conscious dance floor and in a breath-taking setting. \nGather your friends and get yourself along. \n$20 concession / $25 full \nTickets at at the door\, pay by cash or Internet bank payment. \nTIMETABLE \n7:00pm – Mellow tunes kick off on the Meadow. Time to arrive and begin to unwind.\n7:30pm – DJ set kicks off as the sun sets and the moon rises.\n9:00pm – After a journey through many sounds\, the Set will land with grounding and gentle sounds to guide you into the night. \nBring: Several Layers as temperatures will change through the evening\, maybe a blanket for chill time and some money for the door. URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/farewell-summer-meadow-dance/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Meadow-dance-March-2021.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210307T190000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210307T213000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210206T172041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210206T172909Z UID:10369-1615143600-1615152600@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Madame Tragédie & Accomplices; The Lady Sings the Blues DESCRIPTION:Isabella (Izzy) Miller Bell Aka Ma Bell & Madame Tragédie is a multi-faceted performance artist with a passion for music and the stage\, heralded by (NZMM July 2003) to be one of NZ’s most musical Scottish imports. \nFrom Europe to Australia and onto New Zealand this independent musical luminary has performed on various platforms\, from the streets\, schools\, and prisons to National\, and International festivals and major events. Ma Bell makes a return to Nelson with her latest body of work\, a 12 – track concept album of original composition\, classic blues\, alt country and Celtic soul entitled Madame Tragédie. \nWith a gutsy yet tender sensitive voice that soothes the soul\, you will not want to miss the opportunity to hear this sassy Glaswegian blues siren who just happens to be one of the country’s finest blues singers. Ma Bell is the real deal\, a rare gem. She will be accompanied by two of the South’s finest Jazz blues musicians\, John Bevin on piano & vocals and Mike Kime on Upright Bass plus special Guests. \nSunday evening cabaret in the Ballroom URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/madame-tragedie-the-lady-sings-the-blues/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Izzy_068-red-turban-1-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210228T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210228T183000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210108T090121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T093948Z UID:9900-1614528000-1614537000@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Ras Judah & Culture Embassy DESCRIPTION:Ras Judah and Culture Embassy band is a Wellington-based\, 10-piece international multicultural outfit\, hence the name “Culture Embassy”.\nThe band’s musical style is an infusion Afro jazz and roots reggae. Culture Embassy started in Wellington back in early 2013 as a collaborative music project between Ras Judah and friends. Ras Judah hails from Botswana in Southern Africa. He has been playing music professionally for over two decades\, has recorded three solo albums as well as work on several collaborative projects\, including work with various musicians in Africa\, Europe and here in Aotearoa. Ras Judah & Culture Embassy released their first album as a group in November 2015 in Wellington. In 2018 the band performed the Newtown Fair before embarking on a tour of the South Island which included a performance at the annual Nelson March fest. In 2019 Ras Judah and Culture Embassy performed at Cuba Dupa \nCurrently the band is preparing for a release of their new single “Not in my life”\, scheduled\nfor release on Friday\, 12 February 2021. \nThe band membership includes of some of Wellington’s seasoned musicians as well as international musicians originating from South America\, Africa\, UK\, and Japan. elsewhere. Ras Judah and Culture Embassy released their first collaborative album “Pan Afrikan” in November of 2015 and have since become a regular feature in the Wellington music scene.\nThe current band line-up includes:\n-Benjamin Ato Baidoo (drums/backup vocals)\n– Henry Smithers (bass guitar)\n– Ras Judah (1st rhythm guitar/lead vocals)\n– Luke Parker (2nd rhythm guitar/vocals)\n– Julian Taylor (Lead Guitar and backup vocals)\n– James Guilford (Trumpet)\n– Anantha Nayaranan (Alto Sax)\n– Theo Sekeries (Flute/keys)\n– Aiko Sato- Trombone\n– Rafael Ferrer Noel (congas/vocals) \nGuaranteed to be a chilled afternoon of dynamic music for inspired listening & dancing in the Fairfield Courtyard. \nFood cart onsite\, Bar operating\, eftpos available \nPresales $10 at EVENTBRITE\nDoor sales if any still available $15 URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/ras-judah-culture-embassy/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Ras-Judah-Culture-Embassy-Promo-picture-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210214T200000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210214T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210118T024408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210118T024408Z UID:10354-1613332800-1613332800@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Wild Fire - Sika & Koffie DESCRIPTION:Feel the heartbeat of the earth. An uplifting night of Didgeridoo & West African Drums. \nIt’s also Valentine’s Day\, so a perfect opportunity to gather together and feel the love! \nSika & Koffie have joined forces for this special concert. Two masters of their crafts with enough positive energy to raise the roof! Hypnotic drum rhythms and deep didgeridoo combine with voice and soaring natives flutes. \nExpect a mixture of joyful\, upbeat dance songs and slower\, heartfelt improvisations. A dynamic fusion of raw power and sensitivity. Connect to yourself and let spirit move through you. Sit\, stand or dance! \nWeather permitting\, this special event will be held in the Courtyard\, a magical sheltered outdoor space at Fairfield House. Don’t worry if it’s rainy or windy\, as we’ll move into the Ballroom instead. \nAbout Koffie:\nKoffie grew up in a village called Abor in the Volta Region of Ghana where traditional music and dance is part of daily life. He moved to New Zealand in 2013 and now goes out from his home in Dunedin to perform and teach African drumming and dance throughout the country. \nAbout Sika:\nSika is a sound artist and multi-instrumental musician. He has performed at festivals and concerts worldwide for over 25 years and is known for his shamanic sound journeys. His work reflects a lifetime of listening to the rhythms of nature. Sika plays a vast collection of sacred instruments. \nPractical Info:\nThis is not a sound journey\, so don’t expect to lie down!\nThere will be chairs and room to stand or dance. If you’d prefer to sit on the floor please bring a cushion.\nIf we’re able to hold this event outside in the Courtyard\, you may wish to bring a couple of layers to stay warm. There will be a fire if permits allow.\nA bottle of water is recommended to stay hydrated.\nCDs will be on sale – cash only. URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/wild-fire-sika-koffie/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Sika-Koffie-banner-Eventfinda.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210212T200000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210212T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20210105T044445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T085035Z UID:9894-1613160000-1613160000@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Alpaca Social Club DESCRIPTION:The Alpaca Social Club is the bringing together of 2 kindred musical souls. Both musical adventurers and travelers\, on different instruments and across a multitude of styles\, Jon Sanders and Craig Denham are something of a live phenomenon. With strong roots in acoustic music\, celtic trad and various world styles and playing “The music they love from wherever that comes from” they’re always ready to take live music into unexpected places with skill\, humour\, passion and a sense of adventure. \n Come and be beguiled. \nThe Alpaca Social Club regularly tour both in New Zealand and in Europe being based in both countries. \n“A pyrotechnic display of dazzling virtuosity” – The Northern Advocate\n‘A Quantum Leaping Musical Curiosity” – The Irish Times URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/alpaca-social-club/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Jon-Craig-Feb-2021.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210203T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210203T213000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20201102T070810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T072135Z UID:9824-1612380600-1612387800@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Klezmer Rebs DESCRIPTION:Klezmer Rebs are an 8 piece Wellington band formed in 2002 that plays (mostly) klezmer music\, an engaging style of world/folk music born out of the Yiddish/Jewish culture of eastern Europe in the 1800s and 1900s. Klezmer then went to America and in the early 1900s began to fuse with jazz and swing. There has been a worldwide revival of klezmer music since the 1980s. \nKlezmer Rebs instrumentation includes guitar\, mandolin\, clarinet\, violin\, accordion\, keyboards\, trombone\, helicon (like a tuba)\, string bass and vocals. Together the Klezmer Rebs capture the true klezmer spirit with songs of joy\, sorrow and rebellion. \nKlezmer Rebs have been shaking ‘tuchases’ (Yiddish for ‘bums’) in Wellington and places north and south since 2002. Over the years crowds danced to klezmer music in Palmerston North\, Greytown\, Whanganui\, New Plymouth\, Nelson\, Golden Bay\, Christchurch\, Dunedin and across the Wellington city and region. \nRecently the Rebs performed at the 2019 Luminate Festival in Takaka and at the 2018 Auckland Folk Festival.\nIn February 2010 the Rebs where honoured to perform for dignitaries at the opening of the Anne Frank Exhibition at Te Papa. \nHearing Klezmer Rebs live expect a big band and vocal arrangements of genuine old klezmer tunes – from the lively genuine Yiddish wedding music (freylachs and bulgars) to the delicate slice of life stories from the east European shtetl (ghettos). \nThe Rebs world music appeals to everyone. While many of songs are sung in Yiddish (that mostly-Germanic and very onomatopoeic language)\, they also perform partisan songs from Italy\, Russian folk tunes\, French chansons\, Latin cowboy love songs\, Argentine Yiddish Tangos and 1940s swing vocal songs. Their own quirky\, politically charged multi-lingual originals are some of the most popular crowd tunes. \nThe Rebs will perform in the Fairfield Coutyard – expect a night full of story. songs and dance. \nPlaying Russian Sher URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/klezmer-rebs/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Klezmer-Rebs-at-Golden-bay-Promo-2019-20MB-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210124T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210124T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20201102T061213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T061213Z UID:9812-1611509400-1611516600@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:PIPES in The Park aka the Meadow!! DESCRIPTION:Pipes in the Park is back this summer at Fairfield House Meadow! Join the City of Nelson Highland Pipe Band for some Celtic music and dance in the sunshine. \nThis year we have an exciting guest joining us\, Jordan Johnston\, one of the country’s top A Grade solo pipers\, who will be performing several solo pieces. \nWe also welcome back our wonderful guest performers; the lovely Jacquie Walsh and James Wilkinson\, the Kahurangi Irish Dance School\, and the Single Malt Barbershop Quartet\, plus soloists from the Band. \nThere will be beautiful haggis and other Scottish goodies available to purchase\, and a Bar with be operating with a range of beverages on sale.\n$10 entry (Kids free)\, pay at the gate as you enter\, and remember to bring a cushion or low chair to sit on\, and some cash for some treats and raffles. URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/pipes-in-the-park-aka-the-meadow/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Pipes-in-the-Park-2019-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210122T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210122T220000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20201102T062041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T082628Z UID:9815-1611343800-1611352800@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Richter City Rebels DESCRIPTION:Aotearoa’s first and finest New Orleans-style brass band. Made up of top calibre Wellington musicians\, the Rebels bring the warm\, infectious sound and magnetic culture of New Orleans back to the Fairfield Courtyard for the 6th year in a row. \n YEAH! MAKE WAY\, MAKE TIME FOR THE Brass juggernaut that is the Richter City Rebels \nTickets on eventfinda \n$20 adults & $10 under 18years plus booking fee.\nDoor sales $25 if not sold out. URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/richter-city-rebels-4/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/RCR-in-Street-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210112T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210112T183000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20201231T084428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T053951Z UID:9882-1610476200-1610476200@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:William Shakespeare’s: The Comedy of Errors DESCRIPTION:This summer we bring you Shakespeare’s most farcical play. Slapstick and mistaken identity\, shipwrecks and puns\, bungling servants and Dukes. All delivered in Shakespeare’s delicious verse.\nA crazy tale of twins separated in a shipwreck\, a father facing peril to find them again and a wonderful happy ending with unexpected reunions. \nEntry: Pay what you decide for the actors. \n Fairfield Refreshment Stall will be operating raising funds for Fairfield. Local wines & beers\, Chia Sisters drink\,s Appleby Ice cream\, teas & coffees\, Carrot cake & Chocolate brownies\n Eftpos available. No BYO alcohol Zero waste for Fairfield. \nFood Cart on Site each evening from 5.00pm. saves you making a picnic.\nHowever you can bring a picnic\, no BYO alcohol\, grab a drink from the refreshment stall and settle down to be delighted with music\, comedy and Shakespeare’s poetry. \nNelson Summer Shakespeare Company has built a reputation for beautifully spoken and easily understandable Shakespeare.\n A joy for the whole family. \nEvery night from Wednesday 13th to Wednesday 20th January EXCEPT Monday 18th Jan no performance URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/william-shakespeares-the-comedy-of-errors/2021-01-12/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/The-Comedy-of-Errors-page-001.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210110T150000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210110T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20201102T065646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201102T065646Z UID:9821-1610290800-1610298000@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Polytropos DESCRIPTION:New Zealanders Oscar West and Rennie Pearson are celebrating ten years of playing and touring together as the traditional music duo Polytropos. They have just released their first full-length album. \nMulti-instrumentalists West and Pearson are masterful\, passionate players of Celtic music arranged in an adventurous\, conversational style. Their infectious stage presence and musicality has been a hit with audiences since their debut concert at Wellington Folk Festival in 2011 and in the intervening years they have worked extensively as professional musicians both in New Zealand and internationally. \nThe name Polytropos – “the thing of many twists and turns” or “the much-wandering thing” – drives the spirit of West and Pearson’s unique instrumental arrangements and represents the journey each set creates for the listener. It also acknowledges the music’s own odyssey from the hills of Ireland and Scotland to the rugged\, natural landscapes of New Zealand. Their playing weaves together the tones of the wooden flute\, fiddle\, guitar\, smallpipes\, whistles and voice to produce thoughtful arrangements of melodies that are all at once curious\, pure and full of storytelling. \nPaddy Squared \nPaddy Fahey’s Jig URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/polytropos/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Polytropos-2020.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210103T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20210103T193000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20201211T042313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210102T031904Z UID:9861-1609702200-1609702200@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Sun City Soul DESCRIPTION:Groove & mingle in the Fairfield Courtyard on a warm summer’s evening with Sun City Soul\, Nelson’s favourite soul band\, featuring the vocals of the unmistakable Mr Dan Moon and Trudi Wilson\, a rocking rhythm section\, and two horns. It’s guaranteed to be a high-energy night of classic soul anthems that just feel so good!!\n Keep dancing on in 2021\n We have so much to be celebrating!! \nTickets $20 from Eventbrite (plus booking fee) or on the door if not sold out. URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/sun-city-soul-3/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Sun-City-Soul-no-dates.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20201218T190000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20201218T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T101725 CREATED:20201019T203840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T203840Z UID:9800-1608318000-1608325200@www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz SUMMARY:Summer Equinox Meadow Dance DESCRIPTION:This evening is for people who just want to dance… by popular request\, we’re back again. It seems we can’t go wrong! The recipe of a beautiful dance floor\, great music and people seems to be a good one!\nThe height of Summer is a perfect moment to loose yourself on a bouncing dance floor in a breath-taking setting. Take your shoes off and let your hair down where Summer will be in full swing.\nHester will take us on one of her much loved journey’s through many musical genres\, paces\, moods and styles. Expect to be moved! Gather your friends and get yourself along. Hot/cold drinks available. \n$20 concession / $25 full\nTickets on the door. Pay by cash or Eftpos. Internet bank payment. \nTIMETABLE\n7:00pm – Mellow tunes kick off on the Meadow. Time to arrive and begin to unwind.\n7:30pm – DJ set kicks off as the sun sets and the moon rises.\n9:00pm – After a journey through many sounds\, the Set will land with grounding and gentle sounds to guide you into the night.\nBring: Several Layers as temperatures will change through the evening\, maybe a blanket for chill time\, and any refreshments you may desire. URL:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/event/summer-equinox-meadow-dance/ CATEGORIES:Concerts, Shows & Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.fairfieldnelson.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Meadow-Dance.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR