Leigh News & Events
Meet at Matheson Bay at 10.15am to take the plunge!
Sylvias Coffee Cart will be there with hot drinks and the Leigh Tennis Club with a sausage sizzle for swimmers and spectators. (weather permitting)
Come and support your locals, keep fit and healthy and have loads of fun.
Swim will be on come rain or shine!
Dont Let Them Lock You Up
HOPETOUN BROWN are joined by their super-stellar special guest Finn Scholes and also welcome Sophie Burbery, Al Deverick, Steve Abel and the outstanding percussion of Isaac Chadderton of Weird Together and Lord Echo fame.
The annual quiz series is back
Prizes on the night + 1/2 each nights prize pool is accumulated and gets donated to a local community group, of the series winners choice
max 6 per team $5pp
Come celebrate 120 Years of Whangateau Hall. Pot Luck dinner, bring a plate, and BYO drinks. Join us for a fun social evening with reminiscences from long time residents, and more. All welcome!!
We are delighted to have this very accomplished pianist back to the Sawmill to play our beautiful Bechstein Grand.
Amy was the pianist for the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra for 8 years, and the pianist for the Tulsa Signature Symphony for 5 years. She has also been featured at the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame numerous times as a solo performer with her own show and as a guest on the Annual Keyboard Concert. Amy plays jazz, rags, tangos, improvisations and classical music.
For her full, extensive bio, check out www.amy.org
Diane Ponzio has been a Martin Guitar ambassador, performing and doing clinics and writing songs on her Martin since the 1980s. She travels the world spreading her music and love of Martin Guitars. In June she’s coming to perform songs from her deep back catalog and latest release “On the Inside.”
June club night is Monday the 25th. Door is $10, floor singers first half, doors open at 6:45.
Performing recent songs, along with plenty of gems from his sprawling back catalogue
Don McGlashan’s songs of love, landscape and mystery have taken snapshots of life in New Zealand for over three decades. By consistently challenging himself, he’s achieved that rare combination: wide appeal, and the respect of fellow artists. His effect on the Great New Zealand songbook is immeasurable.
*$35 pre-sales at eventfinda | More on the door if not sold out prior
Come and witness one of New Zealand’s youngest professional magicians Mike Lindsay with his jam-packed 60min comedy magic spectacular!
Featuring live animals, plenty of audience participation and amazing magic suited for all ages!
ADULTS $10 KIDS $5
Brought to you by Ed and Rapley, and the letter C
Come talk shit, dance away your winter blues and get dressed up
*prizes for most creative costumes
Formed in 2016, Francis-Lee Duo consists of University of Auckland School of Music graduates, violinist Charlotte Francis and pianist Gemma Lee.
Both have gained individual successes in chamber music throughout New Zealand and overseas, and are quickly gaining recognition locally as an exciting upcoming chamber ensemble.
Programme:
Mozart Violin Sonata No. 35 in A major, K. 526 (1787) 23′
Selection of salon music composed/arranged by Kreisler 20′
Bartok Romanian Folk Dances, Sz. 56 (1915) 9′
$20 on the door – please ring the cafe to book a tabl
This is always a great night!
We are stoked to host this showcase for our local young talent from Mahurangi College
Acts perform originals and covers – some future Tui winners in this bunch for sure
It’s R18 tho – so bring your mum – she’ll like it! $koha
4 legendary bands join forces for a night of soft and hard rock, covers and originals
Come along and bring your dancing shoes!
Tickets $10 on the door from 8pm
With LOST TRIBE AOTEAROA
A night of reggae, roots and good vibes with one of our favourite, definitely our most booked, bands and a talented new one too!
NOTE THE EARLY START TIME! Doors open 7pm onstage from 8pm
*$20 pre-sales at eventfinda $25 on the door
A.U.R.A is the solo project of New Zealand born singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Albert Mikolaj.
Once stripped back acoustic guitar and vocals have organically evolved into grandiose sonic textures while maintaining the pastoral folk roots of his mindful songwriting.
A.U.R.A will be touring with his full band consisting of Holly Beals (of Joe Blossom), Ben Lemi (of Trinity Roots, French For Rabbits) and Samuel Austin.
Listen to the first single off the album G.I Wonder here: https://fanlink.to/E7N
Tickets $10 on the door
2 guitars, a cello, a saxophone and a cajon – coupled with Levi’s emotive lyrics, catchy melodies and beautiful harmonies.
Levi will be supported on the night by the amazingly talented Mema Wilda.
*$15 pre-sales at undertheradar.co.nz | $20 on the door
SAVE THE DATE!! – JULY 28th – for the inaugural Leigh Midwinter Dance. Live band, late night supper, cash bar.
Single tickets @ $45 – limited to 150 guests
Contact Leigh Central 021 2460757 or enquiries@leighcentral.co.nz
Great North have escaped the smog-filled London streets for a mid-winter NZ tour.
They are joined by Tom Cunliffe and Reb Fountain.
Bring your friends/loved ones/enemies to an evening of folk music and stories about how much cheaper dairy products are in the UK.
*$15 pre-sales at eventbrite $20 on the door
An incredible voice and music that “defies categorization” (Rhythms Magazine), blending blues, r & b, soul and jazz effortlessly in her original compositions.
Toni’s new album “Deepest Water” skyrocketed to the #2 position on the Australian Blues and Roots Charts on release.
Toni’s touring band features the cream of Australian jazz and blues players, lifting this band to the international stage.
Don’t miss the masterful Hamish Stuart, Australia’s finest funk drummer, the mighty grooves of NZ’s own Hal Tupaea – bass, super stylish Roy Payne (from the Don Walker band) – guitar, and gorgeous lounge sounds from George Bibicos – keyboards.
$20 pre-sales at eventfinda.co.nz | $25 on the door
Leigh Fishing Contest
Saturday March 7th
Art Open Day
Leigh Community Preschool Gala
Discover what’s under the sea at Leigh Community Preschool Gala
Leigh Preschool Gala will be an event filled day with magic, bouncy castles, raffles, pre-loved treasures, a photo booth and lots of marine life. Joy for all members of the family with gourmet food, a selection of drinks and live music.
Leigh Preschool is passionate about the marine environment and this year there will be a Marine Discovery Station with interactive displays and a touch tank. The Leigh Marine Laboratory and local artist have come together to create a beautiful under water environment.
Leigh Preschool Gala will be held on the 27th October, Labour weekend Sunday from 10am to 4pm at Leigh School Fields. The money raised will be used to upgrade Preschool’s outdoor space.
For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/2396867390527765/