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More activities for 2026 coming soon!

We pride ourselves on providing accessible and affordable classes, groups & workshops for people of all ages, cultures and interests. We hope that you will find something that interests you. If you have an idea for a class or workshop, please get in touch with us as we'd love to hear from you!

For any classes or workshops that are fully booked, please check back next term or keep an eye on our Facebook page for updated information on new term classes.

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The Re-Creators DIY Skin Care Workshop

Learn how to create your own natural beauty products and discover how easy DIY skincare can be. 6.30pm to 8.30pm August 26th $30 per person

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The Re-Creators  - Make a chopping board

Make a Chopping Board for Fathers Day: Power Tools 101 Make something special together this Father's Day! One $40 ticket includes entry for 1 adult and 1 child or teen. Sunday September 6th, 10-1pm

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Beginners Sign Language Course 1B

We are delighted to be offering this 8 week course in Sign Language. The course begins on Monday August 3rd from 7pm to 9pm and will run weekly. Attendees ages 16+ are welcome, aged 12+ can attend if accompanied by an adult. This is a NZSL Beginner 1B Course which is a follow on from the 1A course we ran in Term 2. The first lesson will be a recap of the 1A course. The cost is $150pp including materials. The class will again be taught by Barry who is a qualified tutor from Auckland Deaf Society Inc.

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Succulents Workshop

Saturday August 1st - 10am to 12pm Create your own succulent masterpiece with Christine from Living Sculptures. Learn how to care for, propagate and style beautiful succulent arrangements, No experience is required and all materials are included.

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Aromatic Art & Chats 

Explore aromas and art media in a relaxed and friendly setting, No previous experience is needed. All materials are supplied.

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Art At The House - Daytime Art Class

Join us on Thursday afternoons from 12pm to 2pm for this relaxing and welcoming art class with the fantastic Tarci! Now taking bookings for Term 3

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Kids Sewing Class

We are delighted to have our kids sewing classes back at Highbury House. Suitable for ages 8 plus and for beginners or Intermediate level sewers, sewing machines and materials (for class projects) will be provided. Now taking bookings for Term 3!

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Evening Adult Sewing Class -Tuesday

A great sewing class for both beginners and intermediate sewers. Learn how to follow a pattern to create some fantastic items. Sewing machines and materials (for class projects) will be provided. Now taking bookings for Term 3!

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Evening Adult Sewing Class - Wednesday

A great smaller sewing class for both beginners and intermediate sewers. Learn how to follow a pattern to create some fantastic items. Sewing machines and materials (for class projects) will be provided Now taking bookings for Term 3!

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Senior Chair Pilates

Gain mobility and strength so you can be strong in your day-to-day life. Three Tuesday morning classes offered, $3 per class. Register below or call (09) 480 5279

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Hobby Hub 

Work on those projects in a group that share your passion for sewing and crafts. Wednesday morning, 9am-12pm, $3 a session.

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Mahjong Club

A great, fun way to keep the brain active. Monday afternoon, 12.30-2.30pm, $3 a session Please note this is not tutored. Register below or call (09) 480 5279

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Book Lovers of Highbury House

Join us in a relaxed environment for an evening of discussing your favourite book & discovering new ones. Last Tuesday of every month, 7-8.30pm, $3 a session Register below or call (09) 480 5279

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Knitting Connections

Our knitting group share ideas, socialise and produce items for charities. Friday afternoon, 2-4pm, $3 per session. Register below or call (09) 480 5279

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Highbury Coffee & Chats

Meet at the House for coffee / tea & friendship. Tuesday morning 10am-12pm. $3 with coffee and tea provided

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Seniors Lunch Club

Join us on the first Monday of every month for a light luncheon followed by a guest speaker or fun activity. Places a limited so please email us if you are interested in attending this free event.

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Poetry Lovers of Highbury House 

Join us in a relaxed environment for an evening of discussing your favourite poem or original poetry work. Monthly on every 2nd Tuesday from 7pm to 8.30pm

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Social Walking Group 

Meet at Highbury House at 9.45am on Friday mornings to set off by 10am for a local walk with a wonderful group of community members. Suitable for those wishing to walk locally at a gentle pace for about an hour. Often followed by a coffee and chat.

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Creative Sparks Art Classes

Book your kids in for these popular art classes run by Creative Sparks. Tuesday and Thursday after school classes available.

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Boys Drawing Class - Mechanical Creatures

A boys art class aimed at children aged 10 to 14 years. Our fantastic art tutor Tarci will be teaching how to crete mechanical creatures in this brand new class. Wednesdays 4pm to 5.30pm. Starts July 29th. Cost: $165 per term

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Art & Tea 

Returning in August! Join the amazing Dinny from Art Yoga for a Free 7 week Seniors course to enhance creativity and connection, that combines freedom of art expression and meditation. Thursdays 10.30am-12.30pm. Limited spaces.

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Antenatal Classes

Having a baby and need some more information on pregnancy and birth?. Donna Cox from Soul Sisters Studio runs monthly Antenatal Class here at Highbury House.

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Bloke's Brick n Build - (Sorry, this session is no longer running)

Sadly this class is no longer being offered, but we are busy looking at a different session to offer. If there is something you would be interested is attending please email us with your idea. Bridge? Games session? Discussion group?

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