Arts Heritage and Culture – ADCOSS http://www.adcoss.org.nz Auckland District Council of Social Services Wed, 08 Mar 2017 03:21:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.6.4 AKSamba http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/aksamba/ Thu, 18 Aug 2016 00:37:25 +0000 http://www.adcoss.org.nz/?post_type=ait-item&p=1759 AKSamba is an innovative world percussion band based in Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand. Our musical style is a fusion of hot Brazilian rhythms (such as samba, samba-reggae, coco, baião) with drum & bass, hip-hop and other dance influences. The band was founded in 2002 and performs with up to 40 members. We aim to create an unusual, extraordinary, awesome musical experience!

We regularly perform at a variety of events – see the Gigs page for upcoming performances.

We practice every Monday from 7.00pm–9.00pm at the Auckland Bowling Club, Grafton Mews (off Stanley Street) in central Auckland. Everyone is welcome to come and observe.

Drop us an email if you plan to turn up so that we know to expect you and can tell you if there are any time or venue changes.

You will also need to bring earplugs.

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Alberton http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/alberton/ Mon, 22 Aug 2016 01:35:07 +0000 http://www.adcoss.org.nz/?post_type=ait-item&p=1807 Auckland’s most romantic timber mansion has an extensive collection of original artefacts and a gorgeous heritage garden.

Beginning life as a farmhouse in 1863, Alberton was later expanded to eighteen rooms with a strongly Indian-influenced theme in the decorative verandas and towers.

Famous in the latter part of the 19th century for its balls, hunts, garden parties and musical occasions, Alberton today is renowned as one of the best places to experience authentic, gracious colonial living in New Zealand.

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Alliance Francaise http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/alliance-francaise/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 14:11:28 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/default-copy/ The Alliance Francaise is a worldwide network of non-profit associations dedicated to the promotion of the French language and the cultures of France and of the many French-speaking countries abroad. The first Alliance was founded in Paris in 1883 and nowadays there are nearly 1000 such associations throughout the world, including 10 centres in New Zealand.
The Alliance Francaise Auckland offers French language classes to both adults and children and organises social and cultural events (exhibitions, concerts, cinema…). Being a not for profit organisation supported by the French Embassy, fees charged are only intended to cover expenses.

The Alliance française promotes cultural diversity and an idea of globalisation respectful of differences. There is no need to be fluent in French to be a member of our Alliance and enjoy our activities as most of our events are bilingual.

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Art Classes in Auckland for Kids http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/art-classes-in-auckland-for-kids/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 16:50:45 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/default-copy-2/ A link to art classes in Auckland designed especially for kids.

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Auckland Art Gallery http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/auckland-art-gallery/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 00:55:48 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/auckland-art-gallery/ Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki is a cultural leader in Aotearoa New Zealand. The Gallery’s purpose is to be a creative catalyst for art and ideas, offering transformational experiences that strengthen and enrich our communities.

The Gallery offers visitors new cultural experiences, providing fresh ways to think about art and participate in creativity. Whether through encountering our remarkable collection, experiencing temporary exhibitions, or joining the conversations generated by our innovative outreach, education and public engagement programmes, the Gallery expands cultural horizons.

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Auckland Community Education http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/auckland-community-education/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 00:55:48 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/auckland-community-education/ Community Education is alive and well at a school near you!

Auckland Schools Community Education Association (ASCEA) offers courses in Art, crafts & photography, business & computing skills, cooking, ESOL, health & fitness, languages, music and much more.

Schools from Waiuku to the North Shore, Onehunga to Howick, North to South, East to West, offer courses that are short and affordable, with no pre-requisites, which are held in the evenings and on weekends.

They:

Provide an opportunity to try something new without huge expense
Offer a way to meet other people with similar interests while you learn together
Update skills for people returning to the workforce
Give people the confidence to go on to more formal learning

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Auckland East Arts http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/auckland-east-arts/ Fri, 19 Aug 2016 02:00:21 +0000 http://www.adcoss.org.nz/?post_type=ait-item&p=1787 Auckland East Arts Council (AEAC) is a not-for-profit organisation of local artists, registered with the charities commission and serving a membership in excess of 200.

The objectives of the AEAC are to co-ordinate, encourage, promote and support the study, practice, appreciation and enjoyment of all forms of artistic activity, including crafts and other forms of cultural endeavour.

AEAC operates principally in the eastern areas of Auckland City Council including Remuera, Meadowbank-St Johns, Glen Innes, St Heliers-Glendowie, Kohimarama, Mission Bay, Orakei and Ellerslie. But the membership is drawn from a much wider area, including the North Shore, Waitakere and Manakau cities. Although very soon this will all be one with the new Super city.

Co-operation is encouraged with other arts and/or crafts bodies, whose activities might be outside the above areas.

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Auckland Fire Brigade Historical Society http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/auckland-fire-brigade-historical-society/ Thu, 31 Mar 2016 00:07:01 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/?post_type=ait-item&p=180 The Auckland Fire Brigade Historical Society (AFBHS) was formed at a meeting on May 3rd 2010 by a small group of dedicated fire and ex fire service personnel. It was decided that the history of the Auckland Fire Brigade needed to be recorded and preserved for future generations along with equipment, uniforms, vehicles, photographs and any other items that could be obtained.

The interpretation of “Auckland” means both permanent and volunteer brigades within the Auckland Fire Region (2010). The area includes fire brigades in previously known configurations as fire brigade or within area, district, division or region, which includes North Shore and all surrounding volunteer brigades.

Full membership is open to all persons employed by the Auckland Fire Brigade, or any other full time & Volunteer fire brigade, Fire prevention or Protection service, along with retired employees/volunteers of the above mentioned services and any other interested individuals.  Associate membership is available for those living overseas who are unable to attend meetings/workshops etc. Associate members will receive the newsletter, can attend the AGM but cannot vote or hold an official position within the Society. We also have a Brigade/Corporate membership available.

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Auckland Museum http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/auckland-museum/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 00:55:48 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/auckland-museum/ Auckland Museum is regarded as one of the finest museums in the Southern Hemisphere and is renowned for its unique collection of Maori and Pacific treasures. It is also a war memorial for the Auckland province.

Housed in one of the country’s finest heritage buildings, the Museum tells the story of New Zealand as a nation; from award-winning natural history exhibits to galleries which investigate New Zealands cultural origins.

Scars on the Heart, the Museum’s war memorial exhibition, tells the story of New Zealand at war, while He Taonga Maori – the Museums Maori treasures gallery, displays over 2000 priceless Maori artefacts, including rare carvings and the last great Maori war canoe carved from a giant Totara tree.

Auckland Museum is the only venue in Auckland where visitors can experience a Maori cultural performance daily.

Open daily 10am – 5pm (except Christmas Day). Admission is free for Aucklanders with a MyMuseum card, sign up at the Museum with proof of residence. A donation is invited for New Zealanders. Charges apply for international visitors. Charges may apply for some special exhibitions, events, tours and programmes.

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Auckland Music Theatre http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/auckland-music-theatre/ Thu, 18 Aug 2016 00:53:55 +0000 http://www.adcoss.org.nz/?post_type=ait-item&p=1763 For over 90 years, Auckland Music Theatre Inc has provided audiences with thousands of memorable experiences. From full length musicals to pantomimes to plays and revues, we’ve made it our mission to continue to bring you your favourite shows whilst providing a training ground for up and coming performers and theatre technicians.

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Avondale-Waterview Historical Society Inc http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/avondale-waterview-historical-society-inc/ Thu, 18 Aug 2016 01:00:20 +0000 http://www.adcoss.org.nz/?post_type=ait-item&p=1764 With around 140 members, the AWHS still meets regularly every second month, and works in with local schools, churches, libraries, Auckland City Council and Avondale Community Board, and other historical societies when asked. We are proudly members of the New Zealand Federation of Historical Societies, since around late 2002.

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Citizens Advice Bureau http://www.adcoss.org.nz/item/citizens-advice-bureau/ Tue, 29 Mar 2016 00:55:48 +0000 http://w2mhosting.net/adcoss/item/citizens-advice-bureau/ Search our community directory

It’s easy to use the CAB Community Directory. Simply type what you are looking for in the search box and then tick the box which says Search Services and Organisations Only.

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