From the President

From the Board

To have a Society we need members of all ages. To make it function we need Volunteers. Volunteering is the surest way to make friends. The annual garage sale is a prime example for all of this. Started 17 years ago and developed to its current state of efficiency we need to especially thank Ruth … Read More

Mid-Winter Luncheon

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Saturday 13 June 2015 – Visions on Campus

Speaker Announced – Da’Vella Gore. Da’Vella is an established New Zealand artist and popular teacher for Art Societies throughout New Zealand. She exhibits widely, carries out speaking engagements throughout the country, and is a marriage celebrant.
We are delighted to welcome Da’Vella as our speaker.

Tickets: $30 per person CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Margaret Watling Memorial Demonstration

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7.30pm Wednesday 20 May, CHS Centre

Floral Designs for that Special Occasion
Created for you by international designers, Gislinde Folkerts & Annette Waller

Tickets: $25 ($20 early bird sales before Mon 1 May) includes light refreshments. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Growing Roses

Recent Tours & Photos

This tour will unveil the many facets of rose growing – from fresh made cuttings to full grown bushes.
$20 per person CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

Get to know Helen Bain

Member of the Month

Member of the Month – Helen Bain Where were you born and where did you spend most of your childhood? I was born in Balclutha but grew up in Owaka in the Catlins where my father owned the local garage. Where do you live now and with whom? I’ve lived in Christchurch since 1958 when … Read More

Apricots, Celery, Walnuts & Cheese

Recipes

Sweet fruit & crunchy nuts matched with tangy aged cheddar & crisp celery Ingredients 200g ripe apricots (or apples) 4 stems of celery 100 g walnuts (or hazelnuts) 120 g aged cheddar cheese (cubed or crumbled) Extra virgin olive oil Salt & pepper Method Halve apricots and stone. Slice thinly and add to bowl. Slice … Read More