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  • Catch Jolt at Yarnarchy

    Catch Jolt at Yarnarchy

    Yarnarchy is Christchurch’s colorful yarn bombing festival, running from 30 August to 21 September 2025. It’s part of the Place of Play initiative by Gap Filler, and it turns everyday city spaces—like benches, bollards, and bridges—into playful art using knitted and crocheted creations. The festival celebrates creativity, community, and fun, inviting people to explore the city in a…

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  • Sockburn Centre making the most of every moment!

    Sockburn Centre making the most of every moment!

    The Sockburn Chris Ruth Centre have been keeping busy and making the most of every moment! From fun science experiments and snapping pics at the Selfie Hub, to relaxing strolls, birthday celebrations, and ice skating adventures, there’s has never been a dull moment. Thursday sing along always a crowd favourite! #GoodTimes #MakingMemories

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  • The Sound of Us Concert 2025

    The Sound of Us Concert 2025

    The Sound of Us concert is on Tuesday 30th September, $5 per person. Held at the BrainTree Wellness Centre. For more information, details on the flyer.

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  • An evening for people with Disabilities & Carers & Friends

    An evening for people with Disabilities & Carers & Friends

    Easy Listening or come ‘dancing’. Entertainment by guest DJ EMCEE & Marion Outlaws.- Tunes of today and yesteryear! When: Friday 31st October and Saturday 1st November 2025 Time and Where: 7pm-9.45pm at the Rangiora Baptist Church- 111 East Belt, Rangiora. Entry: $8 per person at the door. Bottles of soft drink $0.50 each. Supper provided…

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  • The Chris Ruth Centre- Winter Newsletter

    The Chris Ruth Centre- Winter Newsletter

    Welcome to the Chris Ruth Centre latest edition of our quarterly newsletter:  Winter is officially here, and our centres have been busy making the most of the sunny winter days outdoors, whilst indoor activities have kept them occupied when the weather hasn’t been favourable. Check out each of our seven centres and their stories inside…

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  • Best Dressed for Book Character Day!

    Best Dressed for Book Character Day!

    The Lamar Room had a book character dress up day at the centre, with the people we support dressing up as their favourite book character. The winner for best dressed was Charlotte with her dress up as the train conductor from Thomas the Tank Engine. Ka pai Charlotte, great effort!

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