Shirley Community Trust

About

A charitable Trust set up in 1999 to respond to the needs of the Shirley Community holistically through programmes and initiatives.

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At MacFarlane Park Neighbourhood Centre (MPNC), 17 Acheson Ave
Contact Sharyn on 022 621 8269 for more details.

Monthly Community Lunch
First Monday of each month with guest speaker. Barista coffee provided.

Barista Training
Mondays 11am-12noon, Wednesdays 12-1pm
Professional Barista Training for the cost of just a 2L bottle of blue milk per session.

Numeracy and Literacy
Tuesday and Thursday 9am-1pm, Term time.
Tutors work with students on an individual and group basis
Fun/friendly/free. Morning tea provided!

Foot Care Clinic
Enjoy a foot spa, nail care by a Registered Nurse and a relaxing foot massage in a warm and welcoming environment!
Clinics are held on a Tuesday every 3 weeks. Appointments essential.
Cost: Suggested donation $10.
(Unfortunately we cannot take those with insulin-dependent diabetes).
Phone Sharyn on 022 621 8269, or SCT office 981 5521, leave your name plus phone number and we will return your call with an appointment time.

Knit and Knatter
New knitters are always welcome to join those who meet on yellow bin Wednesdays to knit for good causes. For more information contact Mary, 027 733 9666 or 980 0811.

Fortnightly Cuppa and Chat
Some of our local ladies meet on red bin Wednesdays for a chat over morning tea. Come and join them—they would love
to meet and chat with you.

Fruit and Vege Co-op
Wednesday, 1-3pm pick up
$15 a bag! Fresh, flavoursome produce. Takeaway Barista Coffee now available for a gold coin donation on pick up.
Ring Ian on 022 277 6288 or Sharyn by Monday morning to order.

Kidzone
Wednesday 3.30-4.30pm during term time.
Free after school programme for primary school aged children, offering crafts, games, life skills, etc. Afternoon tea provided.

Free Monthly Nurse-led Health Clinic
1.30-3pm last Thursday of Month.
For any health issues or well-being advice. No appointment necessary.

Social Mixed Grade Touch Rugby in The Park (High School Age up)
Wednesday 6.15-7.15pm, Terms 4 and 1.
Contact Sam on 022 322 5924.

MacFarlanes on the Park Cafe
17 Acheson Ave., Shirley
A community cafe with great food and coffee, children's play area.....
Open Friday mornings during term time, 9.30-12.00pm.

The Shirley Space
Thursday 3.30-5pm, during Term Time.
Hang out space for High Schoolers.
Contact Sam on 022 322 5924.

MacFarlanes on the Park Cafe
Friday 9.30am-12noon, during term time.
A warm, inviting Community Cafe with fabulous food and barista coffee.

Healthy Eating/Weight Management Group
2nd and 4th Friday of month, 1-2pm.
For support and education on healthy lifestyle and well-being.

Clothing Exchange
Thursday 10-1pm, second week of term school holidays (last Thursday of January holidays). Donate, swap and buy clothing and accessories.

NEW

New Community Garden established
South MacFarlane Park, off Jebson St.
Contact Ian on 022 277 6288 for more details.

Annual Events: More details closer to time of the events.

Breakmission - Saturday, mid-winter school holidays. Hip-hop youth event held at Shirley Intermediate

Light Party - 31st October. Safe, fun alternative to Halloween, held at Emmet St Community Church

SHINE - 3rd November, 2018. Shirley Neighbourhood Event. A time of celebrating community. Fun for all ages, food, market stalls, free activities and entertainment.