La Fiesta is NZ’s coolest little festival showcasingwomen.    Events happening all over our beautiful WhanganuItown! Make contact with the person listed for each event tobook your spot, or contact the friendly team at the Women'sNetwork for more info. Huge cheers to our principal funderWhanganui District Council, chief cheerleaders Dewhirst Law,and all our sponsors & event partners.

4:30-6:30pm | FREE SKATE | THE RINK, HATRICK ST | FREE | TxtStephen 021 0850 5150 | Come along and brush up on your skating skills,ready for our roller disco on the 16th! 5:30-6:30pm | ESSENTIALS FOR HORMONE BALANCE | HEALTH 2000,58 VICTORIA AVE | KOHA | Ph 345 6288 | Join Laura, an holisticnutritionist from BePure Health, as she takes you on a journey through theessentials for having happy, balanced hormones.

4pm | LIKE MOTHER, LIKE DAUGHTER | THE CHAPEL, JANEWINSTONE | $25 ADULT $20 SENIOR + SUPPORTER, $5 STUDENT |Tickets at the Royal Wanganui Opera House | A celebration concert ofwomen composers through the ages, including New Zealand. Performed byWinifred Livesay, Abigail Livesay, Ingrid Culliford and Elena Morgan. 4:30-6:30pm | FREE SKATE | THE RINK, HATRICK ST | FREE | TxtStephen 021 0850 5150 | Come along and brush up on your skating skills,ready for our roller disco on the 16th!

11am | NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN | ST PAUL'S COMMUNITYCENTRE, SMALL ROOM | Enquiries: jennysaywood@gmail.com | The localbranch of NCW meets every month. All are welcome to join special guestLaura Cleveland in a discussion about proposed changes to the Burial Act. 12pm | A RIGHT ROYAL TOUR | 69 ST HILL STREET | KOHA | Ph Shirna349 0511 to book | Take a special behind the scenes look at the grand olddame that is the Royal Wanganui Opera House. Explore 120 years ofhistory in the last remaining working Victorian theatre in the southernhemisphere.

10:30am-1:30pm | BEAUTIFUL, BOUNTIFUL, BRAVE | 75 ST HILL STREET| $15 | Txt Jacqueline 021 135 9948 to enrol | This life + art process weprepare with a movement warm-up. We let go into guided dance, and aftercreate with colour. Close with safe sharing.

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7-9am | GO BY BIKE PANCAKE BREAKFAST | CORNMARKET RESERVE |FREE | Txt Lyneke 021 268 2052 | Delicious pancakes, fruit, hot and colddrinks for those who ride their pedal bikes. We cater for vegan and glutenfree riders too! 10am-12pm | KNIT + YARN | 75 ST HILL STREET | GOLD COIN | Ph 3456833 | Come and yarn over a cuppa with good company. Novice andexperienced knitters welcome. 6-7:30pm | GROW PLANTS FROM CUTTINGS | 75 ST HILL STREET |KOHA |Ph 345 6833 to register | A dynamic hands-on learning opportunityfor beginners with Rachel Rose. Materials provided.

10am-12pm | WOMEN'S WISDOM CIRCLE | 75 ST HILL STREET | GOLDCOIN | Ph 345 6833 | A sacred space for all women to explore and shareinner wisdom with one another as equals and sisters. 6:30pm | PERSONAL AND POLITICAL Q+A | ARTICLE CAFE | KOHA | Ph345 6833 | Join Councillors Jenny Duncan, Philippa Baker-Hogan, HelenCraig and Kate Joblin for an invigorating panel discussion about life andpolitics.

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10am-5pm | ONE BILLION RISING | MAJESTIC SQUARE | FREE | TxtMaria 022 162 7957 | A community day with activities, stalls and thechance to dance for change. Join with people in over 200 countries tostand united to rise above violence, oppression and discrimination in all itsforms. Rise, resist, unite! 1-3pm | STYLE ME FOR WOMEN | DUNCAN PAVILION | $50 incl goodybag | Txt Carla 021 060 5146 to book | Learn how to dress to your bodyshape and coordinate a wardrobe for all occasions. This will cover lifestyle,workwear and special occasions. Stylist Carla Jayne Smith will be joined byher creative team of experts in hair, makeup + photography. 6:30pm | COMMUNITY DRUMMING WHANGANUI | 75 ST HILL STREET| $5 + gold coin for drum hire if you need one | Email:communitydrummingwhanganui@gmail.com | Suitable for beginners, withsimple taught rhythms enjoyed together. A fun way to spend an evening! 6:30-8:30pm | WOMAN AT WAR | CONFLUENCE, 15 WATT ST | $10 |Tickets via www.confluence.kiwi/cinema | This award-winning film is thestory of an Icelandic woman struggling with the forces of big industry andthe battle of time and nature in their combined attempts to subvert herworld. In celebration of La Fiesta and the launch of Fulfilling Fridays, youare invited to come along dressed as your favourite female hero.

10am-3pm | MODEL + STYLE WORKSHOP | DUNCAN PAVILION | $75incl food and photos | Txt Carla 021 060 5146 to book | An exciting andfun day learning about the fundamentals of modelling and some basics ofpersonal styling. Facilitated by fashion stylist and model agency ownerCarla Jayne Smith + industry guests [suitable for ages 13+]

5-7pm | ROLLER DISCO | THE RINK, HATRICK STREET | FREE | TxtStephen 021 0850 5150 | Be transported back in time with the sweetsounds of the 70s + 80s. Strap on a pair of rollerskates and boogie thenight away.

3-5pm | FREE LEGAL CLINIC | DEWHIRST LAW, 250 WICKSTEEDSTREET | Ph Carol 281 3461 | If you have a query about wills, enduringpower of attorney, family, trusts or anything else, our team can assist youwith information.

3-5pm | LETTING IT ALL OUT WITH MUSIC | 75 ST HILL STREET |KOHA | Txt Meg 020 443 3001 to book | An introduction to therapeuticmusic-making. Music for stress release, self-expression and fun. No priormusical training needed, suitable for ages 16+ if you are drawn to thehealing power of music. 5:30pm | ZONTA CLUB OF WHANGANUI | THE BRICK HOUSE, ST HILLSTREET | Email: wanganui@zonta.org.nz | The Zonta Club meets on thethird Tuesday each month with a focus on working together to advance thestatus of women worldwide through service and advocacy. 5:30-6:30pm | EXCEL IN YOUR BUSINESS | 75 ST HILL STREET | KOHA| Txt Alana 027 222 2120 | Learn some tricks to help you Excel in yourbusiness. From beginner to more advanced tools and how they can be usedto improve efficiency or drive sales.

10am-12pm | KNIT + YARN | 75 ST HILL STREET | GOLD COIN | Ph 3456833 | Come and yarn over a cuppa with good company. Novice andexperienced knitters welcome. 2-4pm | HERITAGE BUILDINGS + MUSEUM TOUR | WHANGANUICOLLEGIATE SCHOOL, 132 LIVERPOOL STREET | FREE | Txt 027 4812324 to book | Founded in 1854, the school has a fascinating 166 yearhistory. Experience a guided tour of the School, Chapel, Big School andMuseum, and learn about its unique heritage.

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5:30-6:30pm | BAISC REPRODUCTIVE ANATOMY + PHYSIOLOGY | 75 STHILL STREET | KOHA | Txt Airini 027 636 3290 | Join biology teacherAirini Beautrais for a frank discussion of our “bits” and our hormones. Howdo they work? How will they change during our lives? Gender inclusive. 7-8pm | YIN YOGA + MINDFULNESS | TICKLE MY FEET YOGA | $10 |To book: www.ticklemyfeet.co.nz/lafiesta | An hour of slow and gentle YinYoga to target the body’s deep tissues and create optimal communicationto the organs. Combined with mindfulness techniques, this practice canhelp release deeply lodged tension and facilitate profound change.

12-2pm | HANDS ON: AROUND THE WORLD IN DRUMS | 75 ST HILLSTREET | $10 | Txt Jacqueline 021 135 9948 | Come and play with a chanceto try a variety of traditional drums. Learn about where they come fromand tips on basic technique. 5:30-7pm | 5 HERBS FOR FOOD + MEDICINE | 75 ST HILL STREET | $5 |Txt Cindy 022 107 7525 to book | This seminar will focus on 5 herbs thatcan easily be grown and used for food and medicine. Herbal preparationswill be demonstrated, including vinegars, infusions, and balms. 7-8:30pm | DEMONSTRATION OF CLAIRVOYANCE | WISDOM IS YOURSWELLBEING CENTRE, 200b VICTORIA AVENUE | Txt 027 253 1858 | Ourmediums will give a demonstration of clairvoyance with messages fromspirit that will assist in whatever path you are on. 8pm | RUBY + EMILY | LUCKY BAR, WILSON STREET | KOHA | Txt 021126 2936 to book a table | Ruby is a multi-instrumentalist + singer, havingrecorded her first solo album “Human”, she has spent the last 2 yearsplaying at festivals and writing new songs. Emily plays dreamy, melancholicsoft pop influenced by her background in classical piano and singing, witha twist of Lana Del Rey.

4-5:30pm | O WHAITIRI – YOUR THUNDER | 75 ST HILL STREET | $5 |Txt Joleen 027 606 2666, bookings essential | An inspirational event tohelp you create the changes you want in your life. Live inspired, laugh atfear, embrace your humanity. 5:30pm | GIRLS, GIRLS, GIRLS – NOT TO BE OVERLOOKED | AGALLERY, 85 GLASGOW STREET | FREE | Txt Cath 027 629 2545 | An allwomen group show celebrating what it means to be a female artist in 2020.Exhibition runs through until 14 March. 6:30-8:30pm | WILDFLOWER SUNSET WALK FOR WOMEN | LONGBEACH CARPARK | $10 | Txt Margi 027 448 1581, bookings essential |Learn about wildflowers you can eat and use, and which ones to stay awayfrom. Explore dune plants and make some beach art.

10:30-11:30am | POP-UP PHOTOSHOOT | WINTER GARDENS, VIRGINIALAKE | $30 | Txt Alana 027 222 2120 | An opportunity for a quickphotoshoot with AJ Photography for individuals or families. Photosprovided via email or dropbox at the end of the day, printing optionsavailable upon request. 11am-3pm | OPEN DAY @ CARLA'S COACHING FOR HEALTH | 70aGUYTON STREET | KOHA | Txt Carla 021 165 8961 | Come and have achat with 3 local practitioners who are trained, experienced and qualifiedin their field and would love to meet you to share information. With CarlaLangmead, Carol Novis and Ned Bates. 5:30-7pm | FESTIVAL EXHIBITION OPENINGS | SPACE STUDIO +GALLERY, 18 ST HILL STREET | FREE | Email:sarah@spacestudiogallery.co.nz | Celebrate the launch of the La Fiestafeature exhibition facilitated by Vanessa Edwards. KuaOHO WOKE –Women Of Knowledge Empowered – showcases strong, female, indigenousnarrative to honour mana wahine. With supporting solo exhibitions fromTia Ranginui and Taranaki-based artist Teresa Goodin. Viewing until 14March.

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7pm | THE BIG BIKE FILM NIGHT | THE DAVIS THEATRE, WATT ST |$12.20-16.50 | Tickets via: https://www.trybooking.com/nz/book/event?eid=2211& | An evening dedicated to the love of cycling. There will be arange of short movies that are original, educational, entertaining and mostimportantly of all – inspirational; all celebrating the fun, adventure andjoy that cycling enables.

10:30-11:30am | POP-UP PHOTOSHOOT | WINTER GARDENS, VIRGINIALAKE | $30 | Txt Alana 027 222 2120 | An opportunity for a quickphotoshoot with AJ Photography for individuals or families. Photosprovided via email or dropbox at the end of the day, printing optionsavailable upon request. 2-4pm | MENDING OPEN SESSION | 75 ST HILL STREET | KOHA | TxtAirini 027 636 3290 | Join local textile activists for an open sessionpatching, darning, embellishing and fixing clothing. Learn ways to reducetextile waste. Materials provided. 6-8pm | EDIBLE WILD FOOD IN YOUR BACK YARD | A SPRINGVALEGARDEN | $10 | Txt Margi 027 448 1581, bookings essential | Drink freshherbal teas – lemon verbena, peppermint, rosemary, balm of Gilead, thymeand sage. Make and eat a weed salad.

3-5pm | FREE LEGAL CLINIC | DEWHIRST LAW, 250 WICKSTEEDSTREET | Ph Carol 281 3461 | If you have a query about wills, enduringpower of attorney, family, trusts or anything else, our team can assist youwith information.

5:30-6:30pm | EXCEL IN YOUR BUSINESS | 75 ST HILL STREET | KOHA| Txt Alana 027 222 2120 | Learn some tricks to help you Excel in yourbusiness. From beginner to more advanced tools and how they can be usedto improve efficiency or drive sales. 7-9pm | GOOD GRIEF – MAKING MEMORIES | 75 ST HILL STREET |GOLD COIN | Ph Keren 344 3345 | The Compassionate Friends, BereavedParents Grief Support invite mothers, grandmothers, and sisters who havehad a child, grandchild or sibling die too soon to join a warm friendlyevening of practical ideas for making tangible, visual memories.

10am-12pm | KNIT + YARN | 75 ST HILL STREET | GOLD COIN | Ph 3456833 | Come and yarn over a cuppa with good company. Novice andexperienced knitters welcome. 7pm | GOOD HABITS | SPACE STUDIO + GALLERY, 18 ST HILL STREET |$10 | Tickets: sarah@spacestudiogallery.co.nz | An eclectic indie-folk bandfrom Manchester, UK creating immersive, multimedia gigs and projects.Formed of Singer-Cellist and Songwriter Bonnie Schwarz & internationalKlezmer accordionist, Pete Shaw, the band take their recent venture as aduo, touring NZ this summer.

12-1pm | KAITAHI – A SUPER SMOOTH SOCIAL ENTERPRISE |CONFLUENCE, 15 WATT ST | $10 | Txt Nicola 027 871 6459 | Hear fromKaitahi business development manager Leonie Matoe about how thisaward-winning native superfood company has grown and stayed true to itsvalues. 4-7pm | VINTAGE KIMONO SALE | 75 ST HILL STREET | Vintage kimono,haori, yukata and accessories to browse, try on, and own. EFTPOSavailable.

6:30pm | COMMUNITY DRUMMING WHANGANUI | 75 ST HILL STREET| $5 + gold coin for drum hire if you need one | Email:communitydrummingwhanganui@gmail.com | Suitable for beginners, withsimple taught rhythms enjoyed together. A fun way to spend an evening!

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7pm | THE AIR FORCE ON TOUR | ROYAL WANGANUI OPERA HOUSE| $5 CHILD + STUDENT, $30 SENIOR + UNWAGED, $35 ADULT | Ph 3490511| The Royal New Zealand Air Force Band is on the road entertainingthe masses. Renowned for its electric and stunning performances, be takenon a wild ride of musical styles, from military classics to popular showtunes.10am-3pm | RURAL WOMEN'S POP-UP SHOP | 107 VICTORIA AVENUE |Ph Clare 342 4788 | Fordell/Mangamahu Rural Women NZ want toshowcase their skills, talents, and home-based business. Displays with art,craft, produce and raffle available to purchase. Meet and chat, find outwhat Rural Women do. 10:30am | GUIDED MEDITATION | WISDOM IS YOURS WELLBEINGCENTRE, 200b VICTORIA AVENUE | KOHA | Txt 027 253 1858 | Try aguided 30 minute meditation with one of our experienced mediums andexperience a moment of peace. Calm the mind and centre self, suitable forall levels. 11am-3pm | OPEN DAY | WISDOM IS YOURS WELLBEING CENTRE,200b VICTORIA AVENUE | $20 for 20 minutes | Txt 027 253 1858 | Ourteam will be offering 20 minute readings, massage, and Reiki healingsessions. There will be a selection of Tarot cards and crystals in our blueroom for you to explore. 11am-3pm | WOMANCRAFT MARKET | 75 ST HILL STREET | Txt Maria022 162 7957 | Market stalls by local women and girls featuring crafters,tinkerers and artists of various mediums.

10am-3pm | RURAL WOMEN'S POP-UP SHOP | 107 VICTORIA AVENUE |Ph Clare 342 4788 | Fordell/Mangamahu Rural Women NZ want toshowcase their skills, talents, and home-based business. Displays with art,craft, produce and raffle available to purchase. Meet and chat, find outwhat Rural Women do. 10:30am | A RAW BRUNCH | VENUE TBC | GOLD COIN | Txt Nicola 021297 0631 to register your interest | A Q+A panel of local women inspiringother women having raw and honest conversations. Raw treats and coffeeavailable too! 2-4pm | FROCKS ON BIKES | 75 ST HILL STREET, registrations from1:30pm | GOLD COIN | Ph 345 6833 | Dress up in your finest frock, suit, orsuper hero costume and join in a fun family friendly adventure ride aroundtown. All wheels without engines are welcome, battery powered is OK too!

3-5pm | FREE LEGAL CLINIC | DEWHIRST LAW, 250 WICKSTEEDSTREET | Ph Carol 281 3461 | If you have a query about wills, enduringpower of attorney, family, trusts or anything else, our team can assist youwith information.

2pm | A RIGHT ROYAL TOUR | 69 ST HILL STREET | KOHA | Ph 349 0511to book | Take a special behind the scenes look at the grand old dame thatis the Royal Wanganui Opera House. Explore 120 years of history in thelast remaining working Victorian theatre in the southern hemisphere. 5:30-6:30pm | EXCEL IN YOUR BUSINESS | 75 ST HILL STREET | KOHA |Txt Alana 027 222 2120 | Learn some tricks to help you Excel in yourbusiness. From beginner to more advanced tools and how they can be usedto improve efficiency or drive sales.10am-12pm | KNIT + YARN | 75 ST HILL STREET | GOLD COIN | Ph 3456833 | Come and yarn over a cuppa with good company. Novice andexperienced knitters welcome. 10am-4pm | AN INTRODUCTION TO THE ENNEAGRAM | 75 ST HILLSTREET | $20-60 | Txt Meg 020 443 3001 to book | An interactiveworkshop exploring the Enneagram as a tool to understand oneself andone’s relationship with family, friends and colleagues.

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7am | CELEBRATION BREAKFAST FOR INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'SDAY | THE GRAND HOTEL, FUNCTION ROOM | $25 | To book a ticket:wanganui@zonta.org.nz | The Zonta Club of Whanganui invites you to jointhis special celebration with guest speaker Dr Kathryn Wightman, localglass artist, UCOL lecturer, and Supreme Winner of the Patillo Award2019. 10am-12pm | LA LECHE LEAGUE, MOTHER-LEAD BREASTFEEDING | 75ST HILL STREET | KOHA | Txt Jacqueline 021 135 9948 | A safe andsupportive space to share breastfeeding concerns, achievements, andaspirations.

10:30am-12:30pm | THE POWER OF SELF-REGULATION | 75 ST HILLSTREET | $13 | Email Carla to book: clangmead@slingshot.co.nz | Youcannot be a victim in life when you learn how to master your thinking andyour beliefs. 11am | COFFEE CARE + CHAT | THE YELLOW HOUSE CAFE | Ph Keren344 3345 | The Compassionate Friends and Bereaved Parents GriefSupport meet on the first Saturday every month. Parents, grandparents,and siblings of a child who has died are welcome. 4pm | THE ALLURE OF THE FLUTE | THE CHAPEL, JANE WINSTONE |$25 ADULT, $20 SENIOR + SUPPORTER, $5 STUDENT | Tickets at theRoyal Wanganui Opera House | A concert featuring music for solo fluteand alto flute by women composers from 1902, 1911, 1970s through to 2019.Performed by Ingrid Culliford with piano accompaniment by LisaBoessenkool.

6:30am | SUNRISE WALK | $5 | Txt Margi 027 448 1581, bookings essential| Start this special day by meeting with other early risers for an hour-longriverside walk. Check out wild carrot, nasturtium, purple-top, buddleia,pennyroyal + amaranthus. Enjoy a coffee at the Yellow House Café after. 4pm | O JULIET | SPACE STUDIO + GALLERY, 18 ST HILL STREET | $10 |Tickets: sarah@spacestudiogallery.co.nz | O Juliet are singer-songwriter-keyboardist Juliet McLean, guitarist Hamish Cameron, and Rob Ju ondrums. Having recently recorded their debut album “Unlash the Boats”,experience these tunes coming to life for the first time in Whanganui in anintimate performance that wraps up the festival programme.

12:30-3:30pm | MAKE A RAG DOLL | WHANGANUI LEARNING CENTRE,232 WICKSTEED ST | $10 | Txt Terry 027 602 3298 | Learn how to makeand embellish a rag doll. Calico body, dacron filling, wool hair,embroidery/felt face, and clothes. BYO sewing machine, wool scraps, andcolourful pattern fabric for dress. 2-4pm | HERITAGE BUILDINGS + MUSEUM TOUR | WHANGANUICOLLEGIATE SCHOOL, 132 LIVERPOOL ST | FREE | Txt 027 481 2324 tobook | Founded in 1854, the school has a fascinating 166 year history.Experience a guided tour of the School, Chapel, Big School and Museum,and learn about its unique heritage. 6:30pm | CUSTOMARY TALES | 75 ST HILL STREET | KOHA | TxtJacqueline 021 135 9948 | An evening of oral exchange in which womenfrom everywhere are invited to come and share a heartfelt story from ourmotherlands.

11am-12:30pm | GROW PLANTS FROM CUTTINGS | 75 ST HILL STREET |KOHA |Ph 345 6833 to register | A dynamic hands-on learning opportunityfor beginners with Rachel Rose. Materials provided. 5:30-6:30pm | NATURAL SKIN CARE + SKIN HEALTH | HEALTH 2000, 58VICTORIA AVE | KOHA | Ph 345 6288 | Join Sherri from the Herb Farm, aherbalist, and the qualified team from Health 2000. Learn about thebenefits of natural skin care, what + how the ingredients are used for, andwhich nutrients + lifestyle measures are vital for healthy and glowing skin.

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CELEBRATING WOMEN ACHIEVEMENTS, DIVERSITY, SKILLS + TALENTS LA FIESTA celebrates 11 years of festival action in 2020. Italso recognises the 109th anniversary of InternationalWomen’s Day [IWD] on 8 March. IWD is commemorated asa national public holiday in almost 30 countries around theworld, being a women-only holiday in some! The theme thisyear is “Each for Equal” with the challenge being to strivefor a more inclusive and gender equal world. An equal worldis an enabled world. How will you contribute? Celebratewomen's achievement. Raise awareness against bias. Takeaction for equality. Check out: internationalwomensday.comfor more info + use these hashtags for your social media#EachforEqual or #IWD2020 Visit our website for festival updates: lafiestanz.com orcontact our friendly team if you need any other info, phone[06] 345 6833 or email: womnet.whanganui@gmail.com Follow and support the Women’s Network Whanganui or LaFiesta NZ Facebook pages! Feel free to take photos of yourinvolvement at La Fiesta events and use the hashtag#lafiestanz [Event details were correct at time of printing, some changes may occurafter publication].

OUR EVENT PARTNERS The team at the Women's Network extends gratefulthanks to everyone who makes La Fiesta possible.Funders, donors, venue sponsors, media partners, ouramazing event organisers + presenters, volunteers, andour terrific community for getting into it. We love you!