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Entertainment! Dramatic Skies: Stratus April 10, from 5pm, Nathan Homestead, 70 Hill Rd, Manurewa, and April 18, from 5pm, Auckland Town Hall, Queen St, Auckland City Featuring Ashley Brown (cello), Amalia Hall (violin), and Somi Kim (piano), NZTrio proves sometimes great things happen in threes, especially when we have our heads in the clouds. The latest concert named after cloud formations, Stratus takes audiences on a journey from sweetness and light to darkness and drama. Details via www. nztrio.com.
Pukekohe Park Family Fun Day April 11, 10am-6pm, Pukekohe Park, 222-250 Manukau Rd, Pukekohe From bouncy castles to miniature ponies, live music and face painting, to Junior Fashion In The Field, this event offers loads of entertainment for children. Oh, and there will be horses on course for the big kids too, so place your bets. See www.pukekohepark.co.nz for more information.
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Chicks n Giggles – Women’s Expo 2021 April 11, 10am-3pm, PIA Event Centre, 55 Ward Street, Pukekohe While handbags and glad rags are sure to feature at this event, Chicks n Giggles is designed for modern women who have so much more on their minds and in their lives. For more details about this fun-filled day for fabulous ladies, visit www.nowevents.co.nz.
Polyfest April 14-17, 9am-5pm, Manukau Sports Bowl, 1 Boundary Road, Manukau A four day celebration, this event sees traditional music and dance (in particular) take centre stage. While focused on Maori and Polynesian heritage, this inclusive festival also explores many other cultures – from India and Sri Lanka to Korea – which help make Aotearoa/New Zealand a diverse and eclectic place to call home. Details via www. asbpolyfest.co.nz. www.southmagazine.co.nz
