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CITY CENTRE

Special Events

  • Balcony to Bay

    Thursday 5th March (Postponed to 12 April)

    5:30-7:30pm

    Free Event

    From rooftop pollinators to street‑tree birdlife, the city is full of surprising species and stories. Learn about the plants and wildlife living right outside your door and how you can help them thrive.

    Starting at St Andrew’s Hall (2 Symonds Street) and finishing at Aaiotanga Space (22 Emily Place)

    For more information and to book your place, please visit: https://events.humanitix.com/balcony-to-bay

  • City Neighbours Summer Picnic

    Saturday 14th March

    Midday to 2pm

    Free Event / Free Ice Cream

    Emily Pl. Reserve

    Bring your own food and drink

    Free Ice-Cream (incl gluten and dairy free options)

    EVERYONE WELCOME

    NO BOOKING REQUIRED

    Wet weather alternative, Āiotanga Community Space, 22 Emily Pl.

EMILY NEIGHBOURHOOD: Emily Place, Eden Crescent and surrounds

Community Initiatives - Join a group or start your own

  • Social Painting

    Social Painting

    Sunday, 2:00-5:00pm
    Every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the Month

    Classes Started for 2026

    BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

    A social group for beginners and those who love to paint.

    All Materials Provided

    Bring something to share for afternoon tea and suggested $10 koha for venue and materials

    22 Emily Place, Auckland City Centre

  • Zumba

    Saturday, 10:00- 10:45am
    Every Saturday unless cancelled

    Classes Started for 2026

    NO BOOKING REQUIRED.

    Just Turn Up for Fun and Fitness

    All Welcome No Talent of Exparience Required

    Suggested Koha $5

    22 Emily Place, Auckland City Centre

  • Mahjong

    Mahjong

    Tuesday, 5:30-7:00pm
    Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the Month

    Classes start 3rd March

    NO BOOKING REQUIRED.

    Come and join us to play Mahjong. Any skill level welcome!

    22 Emily Place, Auckland City Centre

  • Tai Chi

    Thursday, 5:15pm–6pm.
    Every Thursday

    First Class for 2026 - 9th April

    BOOKINGS PREFERRED

    Join our City Centre Neighbourhood Tai Chi crew!

    Register your interest and we will send you the enrollment link. All levels of fitness welcome.

    22 Emily Place, Auckland City Centre

  • Big Sofa - Music at Emily Place

    Usually 2-5pm Saturdays

    Every Fortnight

    No Booking Required

    A welcoming space for budding musicians to spread their wings. All skill levels, ages, languages and instruments welcome, Whether you're a shower singer or a bedroom guitarist, you'll find your tribe here. No judgment, just an inclusive community fueled by a shared love for music.

  • Walking Group

    Times and Start Points Vary

    Most Wednesdays from 22 Emily Pl

    Discover new places, keep fit and meet new people.

    Finish up at a cafe if you have time

  • Demystifying Devices (Cell Ph, Laptop etc)

    New class dates to be confirmed

    Need guidance using your personal devices?

    Let us know if you are interested and we can plan to start a new series.

  • Book Club

    A place to share your favourites and to be introduced to new books .

    Starting in March 2026

    Let us know if you are interested in setting up and joining this group.

    Day and time to be decided

  • This spot could be yours!

    Enquire now about starting your own group.

    Big discounts are available on space hire for new community initiatives open to the public and focused on building community connections.

    Email: info@acommunity.nz


Social Gardening Network
Jul
1

Social Gardening Network

Time is TBD | Aaiotanga Community Space

Have your meeting here!

We have the perfect space for Apartment meetings and events. Book in via our venue page! Comfy couches and meeting chairs for up to 40 people. Projector and screen available.

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Local Music Jam!
Jul
1

Local Music Jam!

If you enjoy socialising through song and music we have an informal group that meets on a spontaneous basis to have a jam. RSVP to let us know if you are keen to join the next one.

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