The Rotary Club Book Fair takes place from the 8th to the 10th of April at the old Palmers Garden Centre in Takanini from 9 'til 4 each day.  All funds raised will help KidzFirst purchase unfunded specialist equipment.  That's the Rotary Club Book Fair in Takanini from the 8th to the 10th of April

Avondale College Reunion is planned for Labour Weekend in October.  All past pupils, staff and friends of the College are invited and for more details or to register you can visit their website avcol.org.nz. 

The Rakino Island Jazz and Art Picnic takes place this Saturday from 10 'til 6.  Entry is free so bring your family, friends and a picnic and enjoy this open-air concert featuring a whole range of jazz, dance and big band.  Visit the Fullers website for ferry times

Discover the magic of the performing arts these holidays with a day of fun, free workshops at Nathan Homestead, Manurewa's Community Arts Centre on 17th April.  Places are limited and registration is required.  Email nathan.homestead@manukau.govt.nz for more  

Holiday Seminars Charitable Trust has organised a school holiday programme at Selwyn College from the 7th to 9th April for children 8 to 15 years old.  To see the wide range of exciting workshops visit holidayseminars.co.nz

Papakura Community Carnival Day takes place this Saturday from 10 'til 2 at Prince Edward Park.  There'll be hangi and food stalls, Old MacDonald's farm, carnival rides, rugby league coaching clinics and Warriors players.  Everyone is welcome at the Papakura Community Carnival Day this Saturday from 10 'til 2

This year marks 50 years of public television in New Zealand and to mark this milestone, the Radio and Television Broadcasters' Club is holding a special luncheon in May for all past and present staff who have been involved with TV since 1960.  For more details email forder@xtra.co.nz