Exciting Klezmer Music with The Kugels

Take 3 former NZSO players, an Arts Laureate composer, a bass player of reknown, and a charismatic singer, and you have The Kugels! The ensemble has been together for 10 years now, has completed nationwide tours for Arts on Tour NZ and Chamber Music NZ, and has performed as guest artists at several NZ festivals.

With passion and sensitivity, the Kugels play traditional Klezmer music and original works by their in-house composer/accordionist Ross Harris. Klezmer music is the folk music of Jewish people from Eastern and Central Europe, and speaks eloquently for the plight of oppressed minorities everywhere. “The music is wild,  passionate and haunting, and makes you want to dance!” says Ross. … Continue Reading

 Blue and Yellow Cupcakes for Ukraine.

After watching the news on Ukraine and seeing the soldiers desperately trying to protect their homeland, Willow Kershaw wanted to do something to help.

The idea of a lunchtime BBQ with a sausage sizzle and selling baking on the last day of school was put into action. Willow approached Mr Nelson the school principal who gave permission. It was to be a gold coin donation day with sausages and cupcakes selling for $2.00 each.

Then began the preparation. Blue and Yellow the colours of the Ukrainian flag were chosen as the theme. Posters were designed and put up around town. Everyone was to come dressed in blue and yellow for the day. Vanilla and chocolate cupcakes were made and iced in blue and yellow.  … Continue Reading

Don’t miss the bus!

If you’re young and looking for work, get on the Careers Bus!

A two-day Employment Expo is coming to Featherston, Martinborough and Greytown in late May and it will be full of great experiences.

Not sure what job pathway you should head towards? Jump on our interactive bus which will have special stands that give you lots of ideas depending on the interests you select.

Then move out of the Bus and into the tent, which local employers will be able to give you advice, tell you about job opportunities and answer your questions on your career interests. … Continue Reading