Storyfest - Free Children's Event
A FREE event for children and their families.
Storyfest takes place at Kelston Community Centre on Saturday September 25 from 10am - 4pm.
This year's theme is 'Storyfest - all things WEST'
This event was started with the aim to promote literacy for children, and storytellers, performances, workshops and activities are provided for a fun filled, educational and entertaining day for children of all ages.
Featuring storytelling, puppet shows, performing cultural groups, roving entertainment, and lots of activities and workshops to keep everyone happy.
Celebrate the West - its people, special places, cultures and history. WEST is best!
A Going West Books & Writers Festival special event in association with The Trusts
Kelston Community Centre, 135 Awaroa St, Sunnyvale, Henderson, Waitakere City, map here
From 10am to 4pm
Contact us on going.west@waitakere.govt.nz to go on our mailing list.
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Going West Books & Writers FestivalGoing West Books & Writers is the annual literary festival that takes place in Waitakere, Auckland City each September.
The festival celebrates its 16th anniversary in 2011. Its original inspiration came from the train journey described by Maurice Gee in his novel "Going West". The festival incorporates a variety of word-based events including: a literary weekend that brings writers and performers from around the country to discuss writing and the world of ideas; a NZ theatre season; a poetry slam; second-hand and rare book market; exhibitions; and events for youth.
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