Methven’s got talent!

Methven’s many talented artists have contributed to an art exhibition at the Methven Heritage Centre. The exhibition is on throughout December and January so come on in and see what an artistically talented area we are. All the art is available for purchase, so if you are looking for that special Christmas gift, there is something for all tastes.

A wide range of work is on display, including an exquisite pencil drawing of a horse and rider by Clare Naden, painted Gumboots by Stanley Hands, beautiful landscapes by Karen Smith and Pania Brown and a village view of Methven by Rachel Vincent. Photographs on display include Bill Irwin’s work and some aspiring young photographers. The exhibition is on display in the Café and i-Site area of the Centre. The work is displayed on the brand new exhibit stands which were funded by a grant from the New Zealand Community Trust (NZCT).

Come and see the work on display and support our local artists. The exhibition is available for viewing 9.00am – 4.00pm daily.

The villagers and pirates confront one another over the treasure map.

Lauriston School students presented two polished performances of ‘Pirates of the Lauribean’ to delighted parents and friends in the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall auditorium yesterday. The children and staff worked hard to prepare a wonderful meal and superb entertainment. The Back Stage Crew ensured that the performance ran smoothly and the entire school contributed to a fabulous evening. Well done Lauriston School!

A Lauriston School production with all the proceeds being donated to the St Johns.

When: 23rd September 2010

  Cost:       Matinee 11am-  $10 per person (includes Lunch)

                   Evening 6.30pm – $20 per person (includes Dinner)

Buy tickets from Lauriston School and Methven Heritage Centre

A great response from the community to the “buy a chair ” campaign, and a generous grant from the Transpower Community Care Fund have seen 350 new chairs purchased for the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall and Methven Heritage Centre.

Jenny Saunders Events & Opertations Co-ordinator

Glittering new chairs on Gala Night opening

The new chairs have already seen good use and glittered in the theatrical lighting of the Opening Gala. Anyone who would like to dedicate a chair please contact Jenny Sanders.

Work is underway on designing the interactive displays which bring the interior of the exhibition spaces to life. Wellington exhibition designers Story Inc are developing some innovative and exciting ideas for New Zealand’s Alpine and Agriculture Encounter.

Story Inc is one of the most highly regarded exhibition design companies. Recently they attained international acclaim for their design of the NZ Pavilion at the world Expo in Shanghai.

Story Inc has an impressive portfolio of work throughout NZ and Asia and to see what else they are up to visit their website at www.storyinc.co.nz

Construction work began work in June, the concrete slab has been poured, framing has gone up and the impressive concrete panels for the theatrette craned into place. Building work is on track for completion by year’s end.

    TREATY2U

        20th August – 3 October 2010

It took 7 days to write, 7 months to sign, 168 years to debate … and counting. TREATY 2 U brings the story of the nation’s founding document through a unique touring interactive exhibition.

Heritage Centre Project Manager Roxanne gajadhar said she is delighted with public support for the exhibition since the opening.

“It has been great to see the town’s visitors and locals enjoying learning more about our heritage and we’ve had school groups through almost every day. In less than two weeks we have had more than 700 people through the doors”. 

The School visits have been enriched by the Te Papa education programme on offer and the extention programmes run by museum educators from South Canterbury museum’s Heritage Education Service.

For more information or to organise a group tour contact exhibition co-ordinator Lyndal Lane on 03 302 9666 or email lyndal@methvenheritagecentre.co.nz

Open daily 10am-5pm, Weekends 10am-4pm, Entry by koha or donation,

Group bookings welcome

Mt Hutt Memorial Hall Function Room

Methven Heritage Centre

This exhibition is toured by Te Papa, New Zealand Archives & The National Library.

Methven Primary School presents their Arts Performance on 16th September 2010 in the Mt Hutt Memorial Hall.

“Retail Therapy”

LETS” DO WHAT WE DO BEST- shop, socialise, and laugh!

15th October 2010 7.30pm Mt Hutt memorial Hall

• 40 boutique stallholders… Clothing, gourmet goodies, linen, art, homeware, jewellery, kid’s clothing, and much more!
• Action packed auction…Methven i-site for prior viewing from October 9th
• Smooth Tunes!
• Supper & Cash bar!
• Shopping bag and bubbles on arrival plus fabulous spot prizes!

Tickets $15 each available from i-site Methven-Somerset grocer Ashburton- Prenzel Geraldine or Tineka Johnstone 03 302 8332

The Methven Heritage Centre was officially opened in grand style on Friday night with a fantastic Gala Event. The audience was wowed by a spectacular line up of performers as has not been seen in Methven for many a year.  “A night to remember always” said one  local.

AshburtonTV filmed the event – footage and interviews can be viewed at http://www.ashburtontv.co.nz/cms/index.php?option=com_hwdvideoshare&task=viewvideo&Itemid=1&video_id=101

Photos galleries of the event are availabe at Ashburton Online http://www.ashburtononline.co.nz/newgallery/thumbnails.php?album=303