Modular Poetry in the Whau

Schedule

Sat Jan 31 2026 at 05:00 am to 07:00 am

UTC+13:00

Location

New Lynn Community Centre | Auckland, AU

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Modular Poetry in the Whau

Free poetry craft workshop with Wordcore Wayfinders in a vibrant fusion of poetry, music, and visual art unfolding in the Whau
Supported by Arts Whau - Whau Local Board
Time & Location
Workshops
31 Jan 2026, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
28 feb 2026, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
28 March 2026, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
25 April 2026, 3:00 pm – 5 pm

Exhibition and Event
Sunday 24th May 2026, 5 pm – 9 pm

New Lynn Community Centre,
45 Totara Avenue, New Lynn, Auckland 0600, New Zealand
About the event
Join the Wordcore Wayfinders: A Family-Friendly Creative Workshop Series
Engage with your local community in a vibrant fusion of craft, collage, poetry, and music with the Wordcore Wayfinders! This exciting series of workshops is designed for families and individuals of all ages, inviting everyone to explore their creativity while connecting with their neighbours.

What to Expect
Join us for a series of free, hands-on workshops running from January to May, where you can:
Craft Together: Participate in family-friendly craft activities that encourage collaboration and creativity.
Create Collage Poetry: Experiment with words and images to create unique collage poetry pieces that reflect our community's stories.
Explore Spoken Word Poetry: Discover the power of spoken word through fun, interactive sessions that welcome all voices.
Collaborate on Art: Work alongside local artists to create collaborative art pieces that celebrate our diverse community.

Culmination: A Public Exhibition
The journey will culminate in a public exhibition showcasing the incredible works created during these sessions. This event will be a celebration of Whau voices, illuminated through sound, text, and visuals, providing a platform for families to share their creativity with the wider community.


Join Us!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect, create, and celebrate with your family and neighbors. Come be a part of the Wordcore Wayfinders and help us map the stories of our community through art!
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Where is it happening?

New Lynn Community Centre, 27 Totara Ave, New Lynn, Auckland 0600, New Zealand, Auckland

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