22 November, 2024

Devonport This Weekend – 22, 23, 24 November

Gallery Exhibitions   

Reflections of Visual Encounters at Satellite2 Gallery 

Devonport photographer Robert Peper’s recent work focuses on reflections, and how forms are altered as we look through an alternative lens. View the works here and see next week’s Flagstaff for a story about the Paper’s approach.

When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10am-2pm. 

Where: 61a Victoria Rd.   

 

RE: OBJECT: At the Depot Artspace

RE: OBJECT showcases the work of a diverse group of artists who are halfway through a two-year Object Maker Aotearoa Fellowship. Focusing on material play alongside conceptual insights, the artists explore the rich intersection between craft, design and visual arts.

When: Opening Saturday 2-4pm. 

Where: 28 Clarence St.  

 

Music & Entertainment      

Friday Night Open Mic

Come to Harmony Hall tonight to hear talented local singers and maybe give it a go yourself. Bring a plate and BYO. 

When: Friday, 7pm. 

Where: 4 Wynyard St.

  

There’s Still Tomorrow advance screenings 

A small masterpiece that broke all box-office records in Italy in 2023, this film set in post-World War II Rome tells of a woman who somehow continues to dream while fulfilling everyone’s expectations but her own, then seizes the day for herself and for her daughter. In Italian with English subtitles. Tickets and times here.

When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday 

Where: The Vic Theatre, 48 Victoria Rd. 

 

Sheila’s Island at the Rose Centre

Four hapless middle-aged, middle-class, middle-management businesswomen become the first people to be shipwrecked on an island in the UK’s Lake District in this black comedy at the Rose Centre. For more information on the show, see last week’s Devonport Flagstaff. Tickets available here.

When: Saturday and Sunday. 

Where: The Rose Centre, 4 School Rd. 

 

NeverNeverLand: Clubbing Experience 

Another night of sophisticated house and nu-disco for over 30s with DJs The Brother Grinn, DJ Spinner, The Coatesville Collective and Rich Coles. A safe and friendly venue for people who need to be home in time for the babysitters. Licensed bar. $20 cash or card on door.

When: Saturday, 7.30pm-midnight.

Where: Devonport RSA, 61 Victoria Rd. 

 

Kurosawa Season: The Hidden Fortress (1958)

A primary influence on George Lucas’s Star Wars, this grand-scale adventure in which a general is charged with guarding his defeated clan’s princess as the two smuggle royal treasure across hostile territory is a rip-roaring ride and among Akira Kurosawa’s most beloved films. Tickets here.

When: Sunday, 3pm. 

Where: The Vic Theatre: 48 Victoria Rd. 

 

Sunday Singing 

Come along to Harmony Hall for a singing session. Email dellgraham@gmail.com for the weekly programme. BYO wine and cheese. 

When: Sunday, 3pm. 

Where: 4 Wynyard St.

 

Bunker Hill Unplugged: End of the Year Blast Off 

The Devonport Folk Club hosts a special Bunker Hill Unplugged session to close out the year. Eden Iris Trio , Levi Lights On, Lindsey Shields and duo Nina Lane and Bryan Owens are all set to perform. Tickets: $10 cash at the door (no eftpos). To park up Takarunga, the access code is *1109# is valid from 6-10.30pm. 

When: Sunday, 8-10pm. 

Where: The Bunker, near the top of Mt Victoria/Takarunga

 

General Events

Torpedo Bay Navy Museum 

Visit the Navy Museum at Torpedo Bay to see Over Seas – Mā te Moana, an exhibition of objects brought home by Royal New Zealand Navy sailors during overseas deployments all around the world. 

When: Saturday and Sunday, 10am-5pm. 

Where: 64 King Edward Pde.

 

Volcanic Vinyl 

Add some records to your collection at the Volcanic Vinyl sale at Tiny Triumphs. A selection of new and second-hand vinyl from a range of genres including funk, soul, punk, blues, rock, electronica, metal, reggae and hip-hop. 

When: Saturday, 2-5.30pm. 

Where: 5 Clarence St.   

   

Devonport Museum

The museum has many fascinating displays showing local natural, geological and human history, along with memorabilia relating to schools, transport, early settlers and families, and a collection of historical photographs.

When: 12-4pm, Saturday and Sunday.

Where: 33 Vauxhall Rd.

 

RTH End of Year Celebration 

Restoring Takarunga Hauraki’s end of year celebration to thank its volunteers takes place this Saturday. Relaxed vibes, music and tasty nibbles surrounded by native plants in the nursery. Bring your favourite beverage. RSVP here.

When: Saturday, 4-7pm. 

Where:  Ngau-te-ringaringa Community Nursery, 27A Lake Rd. 

 

William C Daldy Preservation Society AGM 

Consideration of the future of the society and the proposed move to a charitable trust structure is on the agenda at the society’s annual general meeting this Sunday. 

When: Sunday, 10am-12pm. 

Where: Devonport Yacht Club, 25 King Edward Pde. 

 

Open Homes 

Barfoot & Thompson 

2/42 Kawerau Ave, Saturday and  Sunday, 11-11.30am.

31A Bayswater Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30am.

14 Albert Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12-12.30pm.

18 Abbotsford Tce, Saturday and Sunday, 12-12.45pm.

114 Calliope Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1-1.30pm.

52B Northboro Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 2-2.30pm.

10 Moana Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 3-3.30pm.

47 Roslyn Tce, Saturday, 12-12.30pm.

4A Coronation St, Sunday, 12-12.30pm.

40 Wairoa Rd, Sunday, 1-1.45pm.

12 St Leonards Rd, Sunday, 1-2pm.

 

Bayleys 

22 Empire Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30pm.

27 Summer St, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30am.

4/29 King Edward Pde, Saturday and Sunday, 12-12.30pm.

44 Mozeley Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 1-1.30pm.

12 Fraser Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 1-1.30pm. 

63A Aramoana Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 1-1.30pm.

20 Albert Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 2-2.30pm.

1/24 Hastings Pde, Saturday and Sunday, 2-2.30pm.

41 Old Lake Rd, Sunday, 11-11.30am.  

1/136 Calliope Rd,  Sunday, 2-2.30pm.

11 Buchanan St, Sunday, 12-12.30pm.

19 Jubilee Ave, Sunday, 2-2.30pm.

7/7 Owens Rd, Sunday, 2-2.30pm.

42 Cheltenham Rd, Sunday, 2.15-2.45pm. 

11 Calliope Rd, Sunday, 3-3.30pm.

 

Harcourps Cooper & Co

1/30 Ngataringa Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 11-11.30am. 

3/9 Aramoana Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 11.30am-12pm.  

13 Anne St, Saturday and Sunday, 12-12.30pm. 

99 Lake Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12.30-1pm.  

28A Harley Rd, Saturday and Sunday, 12.30-1pm. 

6 Roberts Ave, Saturday and Sunday, 1.30-2pm. 

7 Bardia St, Sunday, 12.15-12.45pm. 

17 Owens Rd, Sunday, 1.15-1.45pm. 

 

Tell us about your weekend event: email details to whatson@devonportflagstaff.co.nz no later than Thursday morning.