The Loop Arrowtown – Edition 249

EE FR your local event guide & directory 8 August – 11 September 2024

A Relatively Uneventful Evening A Comedy by George Arthur

Directed by Jay Simon

What lengths would you go to for your friends?

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a relatively uneventful evening A Relatively Uneventful Evening will be a night out to remember as you laugh through the calamity written by New Zealander George Arthur. Addison is throwing a dinner party to celebrate her friend Eleanor’s first book being published. Unfortunately she is also hosting Eleanor’s other friend Kim and everyone’s TOP ROW L-R: David Cantwell, Freddy Okyere, Jay Simon (Director), Angus Pettigrew, Shannon Pennefather partners. Will they like BOTTOM ROW: Victoria Mills, Virginia Borick, Sophie her new decor? Will there Timmermans-Delves, Janey Bytheway, Dana Hamilton be enough food? Will Addison and Kim be civil to each other?

And who is the stranger at the door?

The cast and crew are enjoying seeing this ensemble play come together. After the last two Remarkable Theatre shows in ArrowtownPint-Sized Plays 2024 and Blackadder, The Golden Age - sold out, audiences are encouraged to get tickets early from Eventfinda. The comedy will be on stage 5-14 September with a range of ticket options.

Geoffrey is Addison’s husband and is being played by Remarkable Theatre stalwart David Cantwell of Arrowtown. Throughout the twists and turns of the play Geoffrey, a therapist, tries to keep the group calm and happy. David loves being in a New Zealand play and how the characters of Geoffrey and Addison contrast each other.

New to Remarkable Theatre is the lovely Sophie Timmermans-Delves who has recently moved from the UK to Gibbston Valley. Sophie has tried stand up comedy and uses this experience and her acting education to help bring the character Amanda to life. Amanda and her husband arrive late to the dinner party and have to decipher what on earth is happening. Sophie is enjoying getting to know people in her community through theatre and as a parent relates to Amanda and her need for a night out.

Director Jay Simon describes 'A Relatively Uneventful Evening' as ‘A Weekend at Bernie's’ meets ‘Abigail’s Party’. It’s a fast paced play with characters sure to delight. This modern, slick comedy will test the relationships of friends and lovers on stage and promises to be fabulous entertainment for everyone.

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bush creek ice Bush Creek Ice has had a successful second season, they were able to be open for the school holidays bringing families down to play and enjoy the space.

Many people enjoyed the natural ice around Otago and people had travelled to find where bush creek was.

They have made some improvements with a fire, bbq, and fencing that has helped protect the ice surface, and have had some rubber mats donated by a local gym.

The volunteers are doing their best to work with the weather and the environment, its very reliant on multiple cold days to hold the ice surface. The fact that we are skating in August is a bonus, currently the bush creek rink is still open, despite loose ice before the winter strong came through when they had that warmer period.

There is a community quiz night fundraiser on the 22nd of August, details can be found on their FB page, local RSA are hosting an evening to help raise funds for upkeep, maintenance and new fences.

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o'malley honoured at the arrowtown rugby club The Arrowtown Rugby Club celebrated its annual prizegiving awards last Saturday night, where Jim O'Malley was honoured with a well-deserved Life Membership status.

Jim O'Malley, a dedicated member of the Arrowtown Rugby Club since 2003, has shown unwavering commitment to the club through the years.

Even after retiring from playing, he stayed on in the committee taking on the role of club captain, consistently attending every home game when possible and helping wherever he could. He was known for marking out the fields, putting away the gear, and setting up the club rooms.

The award was presented by past president and life member Simon Spark, who reflected on Jim's time at the club. Simon recounted how, in true southern style, he arrived at Jim's front door with a box of beers to convince him to take on the captaincy, knowing Jim was the man for the job.

Jim's wife, Rebecca, and their children, Jed and Bridgette, were in attendance to witness the special presentation. In his acceptance speech, Jim encouraged the younger players to get involved where they can. He expressed his gratitude, thanking his family for allowing him to be involved in what he affectionately called his "happy place."

The evening celebrated dedication, community, and rugby spirit that binds the members of the Arrowtown Rugby Club together. Jim O'Malley's contribution to the club exemplifies the true meaning of sportsmanship and community service, making him a deserving recipient of this prestigious honour.

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THE ULTIMATE COMMUNITY

With more karao ke guaranteed!

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Back By Popular Demand!

Join us as The Arrowtown RSA presents the Ultimate Community Quiz Night, Raising much needed funds to maintain the Bush Creek Ice-Rink.

Thursday 22nd August | Doors open 6.30pm | First question at 7pm.

Arrowtown Primary School, 9 Chalmers Place, Arrowtown Teams can be between 4-5 people | Ages 10-117 | $30 per person Light snacks provided | BYO liquid refreshments Register your team in advance to Howie Barnes - howie.blackmouse@gmail.com

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upcoming events

august – september

august

Holistic Winter Wellness: Expert Tips for Optimal Health

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Arrowtown Library 10.30am - noon

to register your spot email Arrowtown.Library@qldc.govt.nz

on now Wakatipu High School: Showing Off 2024 Lakes District Museum Gallery 9 am – 4 pm everyday Senior art students till 25 Athenaeum Hall 7.30 – 9 pm eventfinda.co.nz

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The Bitches' Box: Episode 4

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Arrowtown RSA presents The Ultimate Community Quiz Night

Arrowtown Primary School Hall $30pp. Regsiter teams

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Opening Night Queenstown Photography Club Exhibition

Lakes District Museum Gallery 6 pm

29 till 29 Sep

Queenstown Photography Club Our World Through the Lens

Lakes District Museum Gallery 9 am – 4 pm everyday

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Daffodil Day

Arrowtown

5–14

Remarkable Theatre & xtravel presents A Relatively Uneventful Evening

Athenaeum Hall 7.30–10 pm Tickets $45–$50 eventfinda.co.nz

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Arrowtown Preschool presents Bingo Night with Ethel & Bethel

Arrowtown Community Centre SOLD OUT shop.tgcl.co.nz

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Arts on Tour & Creative Qtn presents Across the Great Divide

Arrowtown Community Centre from 7 pm

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september

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Friday 30 August

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Arrowtown Preschool COTTER AVE & DURHAM ST Half day and longer day places for babies and children 12 months to 5 years

arrowtown school report

Well done to the skiers who participated in the National Junior Ski Championships over the recent holiday period.

Arrowtown School won both the Year 1-4 and Year 5-6 overall team trophies - a fantastic achievement to hold two national titles! This is another great example of Arrowtown School going for Gold and delivering the Gold Standard of Primary School Education in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Innovative programmes including popular weekly nature-based programmes for 3 to 5 year-olds Consistent and qualified teaching staff

Enrolments accepted onto the Waiting list from birth Please phone

442 0172 or 442 1416 or email admin@ arrowtownpreschool.co.nz for more information or to arrange a visit.

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business directory accountants Mike Wallace–Management Services www.mgtservicesqt.co.nz 43 Homeward Bound Dr 027 616 9007 bars/cafés/resturants Arrowtown Bakery 1 Ballarat Arcade Buckingham St 03 442 1587 Postmasters Kitchen + Bar 54 Buckingham St 03 442 0991 The Fork & Tap 51 Buckingham St 03 442 1860 child care Arrowtown Preschool Cotter Ave & Durham St 03 442 1416 cleaning services Slithy Toves slithytoves33@gmail.com 021 079 6233 firewood Chopper Firewood clint@chopperfirewood.co.nz 021 444 799 hairdressers D’OR Hair Stylists Royal Oak Complex, Shop 14 Arrow Lane 03 442 1890 health & beauty Back on Track Physiotherapy 57 Buckingham St 03 442 6616 Massage Therapist Renata Garbin www.renatagarbin.nz 021 0256 4680 Unichem Arrowtown Pharmacy 20 Buckingham St 03 442 0975 Immigration Arrowtown Immigration HS 027 834 5473 43 Ramshaw Lane WB 021 184 3309 law Aspiring Law www.aspiringlaw.co.nz 4 Buckingham Street 0800 277 529 photography toddweeksphoto todd.weeks@bayleys.co.nz 021 645 022 12

plumber Queenstown Plumbing & Gas Ltd PO Box 250, Arrowtown 03 441 8071 retail The Jade & Opal Factory 30 Buckingham St 03 442 1654 real estate Bayleys 36 Buckingham St 03 442 1616 Harcourts Arrowtown 021 288 3454 Walker & Co. 4/23 11th Ave, Lake Hayes 027 298 4123

community services

in an emergency phone........................ 111 Arrowtown School 9 Chalmers Place 03 442 1854 Arrowtown Medical Centre 1 Berkshire St 03 450 1355 Community Policing Centre 57 Buckingham St 03 442 1274 Fire Brigade http://www.facebook.com/ Arrowtownfire 2 Hertford St 03 442 1740 Justice of the Peace Russell Heckler 027 284 8814 Mr A. MacDonald 03 409 8102 Tracey McLaren 027 221 8196 Richard Newman 027 497 0138 Library 58 Buckingham St 03 442 1607 Museum/Gallery/Information Centre 49 Buckingham St 03 442 1824 Plunket 20 Cardigan St 0800 933 922 Post Office 52 Buckingham St 03 442 1885 Wasp Man free wasp nest extermination Russell Heckler 027 284 8814

local club notices Arrowtown Bowling Club

03 442 1905

Club Day Thursday. New members welcome – coaching available – More info phone Susan 021 165 0862 Arrowtown Entertainers

A local group of entertainers who love to perform and sing. Programmes include: Anzac Day, Christmas, music hall singalong, popular variety songs from shows etc. If interested, please contact Faye 03 442 2802. New members welcome.

Arrowtown Golf Club

03 442 1719

Club days–every Weds & Sat(men) / Tue (9 holes) & Thurs (ladies). Phone the golf shop for more info.

Dorothy Browns Bookclub

03 442 1964

Meet the 1st Tuesday of each month at 10.30 am at the cinema. Newcomers welcome.

Mainly Music

We meet every Tuesday of each term at St johns Community Church hall at 10am My contact details are Eileen Toner 0272486513 or etoner1@gmail.com Petanque

Sundays 3 pm, Library Green. All welcome!

Plunket

0800 933 922

Little fingers playgroup, Mondays 10–12 pm. Fun Fridays 10–12 pm. Remarkable Mothers group, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of Arrowtown Library 03 442 1607 the month, 11–1 pm. Gold coin donation.

Hours: Mon–Fri 10 am–5 pm. Sat 10 am– All welcome. For all current information, 2 pm. Reading to Dogs: Tues 3.30–4.30 pm, LIKE the Arrowtown Plunket Facebook page. during School Term Time.

Arrowtown Menzshed

027 284 8814

The Menzshed (Preston's Drive) is open daily for members. An annual fee of $25 plus $2 donation per visit allows all facilities to be used for woodworking and community projects. New members welcome. Phone Russell Heckler 027 2848814 for info.

Arrowtown Scouts

Want to know more about the Arrowtown Scout group? We are catering for Boys and Girls aged 6-17 years. For more info email: arrowtown@group.scouts.nz

Arrowtown Village Association

Join the Arrowtown Village Association, the voice of Arrowtown. We work to protect & enhance the unique character of our town. Visit arrowtownvillage.nz to learn more.

Shotover Country Music Club

NEXT MEETING–Sunday 18 August from 1:30–4.30 pm at Arrowtown Community Centre, Centennial Ave(next to the Rugby Field). Admission $2.

We invite you to sit back and enjoy an afternoon of music. Our Resident band and singers are sure to please. Contact Sue Dennis 027 488 6478 Wakatipu Garden Club

We meet on the 2nd Monday every month. New members welcome. For further information. Contact Jennie Burt 0273060415.

Whakatipu Line Dancers

020 4111 9081

MON: Absolute Beginners ~ 9am-10am Beginners/Improver ~ 10am-12pm WED: Improver/Intermediate ~ 10am1:30pm Lake Hayes Pavilion. ALL WELCOME Cost $10. mollycrawford56@gmail.com

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