The following organisations are all part of the Third Clubs and Creativity Showcase, held 8-10 April of 2016.  Please peruse the following and feel free to make contact with them; they would all LOVE to hear from you. Aikido Musubi Ryu - Bricks 4 Kidz - Canton of Cluain (SCA) - Frankton Athletics & Harriers - Freemasons NZ - Friends of Hamilton Public Libraries Association - Friends of Hamilton Zoo - Girls Brigade Waikato - Hamilton (Avalon) Woodturners Club - Hamilton Square Dance Club - Kings Empire Veterans - Male Voices Waikato - New Zealand Parkour - Riverlea Theatre - Squash Waikato - Sweet Solutions Ltd - Toastmasters NZ - Waikato Celtic Arts Academy - Waikato Combined Tramping - Waikato Guild of Woodworkers - Waikato Historical Society |
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Aikido is a non-competitive Martial Art with a flowing dynamic style.  While it has a self-defence aspect the main focus is an ethical approach to conflict resolution. Foundation Exhibitor |
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We run After School and Holiday programmes, and birthday parties using motorised LegoTM bricks.  The programme is designed to teach children the principles of science, technology, engineering, and maths through play |
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Our group researches and practices all the best bits of life from 600 - 1600 CE, including armoured fighting, archery, costuming, arts & crafts, games, food & drink, and just hanging out and having fun! |
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Freemasonry is one of the world’s oldest and largest fraternal organisations.  An organisation of men who adopt the fundamental principles of integrity, goodwill and charity as the foundations for an individual’s life and character. a non-profit organisation that is heavily involved in supporting charity and community service, comprised of men of good character with high ideals and worthwhile values who make a difference in the community. Foundation Exhibitor |
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The freinds advocate for the Library and its services.  We also represent the interests of Library users, and promote the use of Library resources |
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Friends of the Zoo are a group of volunteers supporting our wonderful local Z00 - a great place for recreation, conservation, and education. We enjoy raising support and funds towards projects benefiting the animals and visitors. |
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Empowering girls to succeed in tomorrow's world Girls' Brigade is an international Christian movement for girls aged 5 - 18. Groups meet weekly after school or in the early evening for activities, games and devotions.  Outings, camps, adventure sports and international events offer girls opportunities to enjoy challenges, grow friendships, learn new skills, and strengthen faith: all while having fun! |
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Previously Avalon Woodturners; dedicated to promotion and teaching of woodturning. Both experienced and novice turners are catered for in a purpose-fitted workshop. Learn and turn in a group environment. |
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Hamilton Square Dance Club has been running for 40 years, providing a non-competitive activity revolving around good music, fun, and companionship, along with mental stimulation and passive exercise. Foundation Exhibitor |
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The King’s Empire Veterans Association is a national organisation, established in 1900 by Lord Ranfurly for defence force veterans living in New Zealand. Membership is open to those who have been awarded a medal for serving in a New Zealand defence force overseas, during a foreign conflict. |
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A traditional unauditioned male choir with 20 active choristers. Originally founded in 1995 as the Cantamus Men's Choir. |
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NZ Parkour is a charity using Parkour as a vehicle for positive self-develpoment, health and education. Parkour is a non-competitive physical activity and philosophy about overcoming obstacles. |
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Riverlea Theatre is home to Musikmakers, Playbox and Stagecraft Riverlea Theatre has been a part of the theatre scene in Hamilton for over 30 years, and in that time has been home to hundreds of productions and thousands of talented thespians, musicians, directors, producers, costume designers, sound and lighting crew, set builders, stage crew and a range of other talented people that it takes to put on a show. Riverlea is proud to be a truly local and independant theatre, and we rely on and appreciate the support of our audiences. Foundation Exhibitor |
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Squash Waikato has embarked on a revolutionary management partnership with the Bay of Plenty region.  In a national first, the two neighbouring regions share a manager who over-sees operations in both regions.  Clubs benefit from shared resources and knowledge, leading to more efficient and cost effective governance.  While both regions maintain a strong independent identity, shared management allows for savings and benefits in many areas. |
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Sweet Solutions Ltd aka New Generation Liquorice has been supplying the New Zealand market for over 15 years, developing new products as well as offering many of the old favourites. ALL of the products we offer are New Zealand made and presented in an attractive package.  The packaging guarantees freshness is contained and it is our policy to manage stock so that you, the consumer, only receive fresh product. |
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Toastmasters is a worldwide programme where people, organised in Clubs, improve their leadership and communication skills, and learn how to speak in public.  By practising speaking to a group in an environment where everyone is also learning, you become more comfortable with the task.&bnsp All in a safe, supportive environment. |
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Founded in 2012, the Waikato Celtic Arts Academy offers Irish dance classes and teacher training in Hamilton, New Zealand.  We offer supportive, fun, well orgnaised classes for students of all ages and levels. Our goal is to promote all types of Celtic Culture in the Waikato Region. |
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A friendly collection of woodworkers to learn, teach and talk about our hobby. |
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Waikato Historical Society was founded in 1954.  Its objectives are to record local history, collect articles of local interest and educate public opinion. The society meets on Graham St at Hockin House, a late-Victorian dwelling that was the residence of the first four superintendents of Waikato Hospital, and doubles as a colonial folk museum. |
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