By Helen Heath OAM Executive Officer Interfaith Network of the City of Greater Dandenong
Of late I have been really struck by the enormous beauty of our city’s autumn leaves: trees with red leaves capping lower green leaves yet to turn, golden nugget leaves reflecting the sun and orange-brown leaves waiting their turn to flutter to the ground.
Brilliant hues against a grey sky or rich tones when the sky is, more occasionally now, so blue.
Pondering on this keen desire to soak up all autumn’s hues, the realisation has struck me that this longing has been stoked by the bleakness of the recent past.
Whanganui Happenings
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Durie Hill Tower, a work by Timon Maxey, in Local Landscapes, at the 85 Glasgow Street Arts Centre.
Durie Hill Tower, a work by Timon Maxey, in Local Landscapes, at the 85 Glasgow Street Arts Centre.
Wanganui Midweek
■ ART FIX: 2021 PATTILLO WHANGANUI ARTS REVIEW
What: Join Tom Turner for a friendly and participatory discussion around this year s Arts Review, followed by a cuppa at Mud Ducks.
When: Thursday, May 13, 2pm
Where: Sarjeant On The Quay, 38 Taupo Quay
Details: Free. Inquiries to 06 349 0506.
■ TEA AND TOPICS Kanorau Digital
What: This Tea and Topics talk with Te Wananga O Aotearoa facilitator Evelyn Harris will outline the Kanorau Digital programme, which consists of four short workshops and is designed to help people get and stay connected online.
Caring for our caregivers and helping with nurse burnout during COVID: You Are Not Alone series with 3News Hollie Strano
A recent study shows nurses are burnt out, but help is out there. Here is where to find it. Author: Hollie Strano, Megan Gallagher Published: 5:52 AM EDT May 5, 2021 Updated: 8:46 AM EDT May 5, 2021
CLEVELAND
“Happiness is when what you think, what you say,and what you do are in harmony.” -Mahatma Gandhi
“Every breath we take, every step we make, can be filled with peace, joy and serenity.” - Thich Nhat Hanh
Affirmations like these are sent to University Hospital healthcare workers in weekly e-mails in an effort to help these caregivers care for themselves. It s something nurses at University Hospitals and MetroHealth Medical Center say have not been easy.
Whanganui Happenings: What s on this week and regular events
4 May, 2021 11:00 PM
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Sarjeant Gallery curator of collections Jennifer Taylor Moore with the contents of the time capsule on display at Sarjeant on the Quay. Photo / Supplied
Sarjeant Gallery curator of collections Jennifer Taylor Moore with the contents of the time capsule on display at Sarjeant on the Quay. Photo / Supplied
Wanganui Midweek
■ AMPUTEE SOCIETY OF MANAWATU AND DISTRICTS
What: Whanganui amputees and caregivers please join us for a light lunch and fun afternoon and meet the committee.
When: Thursday, May 6, at 12.15pm.
Where: 12 Murray St, Aramoho.
Details: For enquiries phone Rosemary on 06 343 8393 and with numbers for catering.
Whanganui Happenings: What s on this week and regular events
26 Apr, 2021 04:00 PM
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Jazz maestro Rodger Fox is among the performers at the International Jazz Day concert in Whanganui on Friday, April 30. Photo / File
Jazz maestro Rodger Fox is among the performers at the International Jazz Day concert in Whanganui on Friday, April 30. Photo / File
Wanganui Midweek
■ ESOL HOME TUTORS
What: Interested in other cultures, helping new migrants and keen to teach English as a volunteer tutor? English Language Partners Whanganui is running a free volunteer ESOL Home Tutor Training course.
When: Monday and Wednesday afternoons, beginning Monday, May 3 from 1-4pm, until May 26.