LYTTELTON SUMMER FESTIVAL 2010

Friday February 19th – Sunday 28th February 2010

A ten day long festival programme packed to the crater rim with activities, Lyttelton style! From wine tastings, coffee tours and interactive culinary evenings to historical walks, photographic and art exhibitions, a bio-diverse gardening display to a picnic for your puppets, funky bands and a chance to up-cycle your old clothes, the Lyttelton Summer Festival is set to be Christchurch’s must-attend ten day festival of the summer.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

*all bookings, except where specified can be made through the Lyttelton Info Centre 03 328 9093 or infocentre@lyttelton.net.nz. Internet banking options are available

LPC Photography Exhibition 12-5pm, 20-28TH FEB
entry form and details available here.
THE LYTTELTON CLUB, DUBLIN ST

NZ’s first SWAP-O-RAMA-RAMA 11am-4pm SATURDAY FEB 20th
a clothing swap where you can create new delights from old treasures. Workshops, design stations plus a cat walk if you are keen. This event is sponsored by Singer (sewing machines) and Yudu (screen printers). Lyttelton Recreation Centre, Winchester St, Sat 20 11-4pm. Cost $10
LYTTELTON RECREATION CENTRE, WINCHESTER ST
www.swaporamarama.webnode.com Facebook

The Press WINE TASTINGS
with Jo Burzynska- international wine writer and Lyttelton local

7pm SAT FEB 20th A taste of Banks Peninsula Wines at the PENTHOUSE, SHADBOLT HOUSE, NORWICH QUAY cost $25

7pm TUES FEB 23rd Beginners Guide to wine at FREEMANS, 47 LONDON ST, LYTTELTON $45

Mactodd WINE TASTINGS
with Jo Burzynska- international wine writer and Lyttelton local
7pm Sat FEB 27 Champagne tasting on board the Megisti Set Sail luxury 42’ cruising Catamaran $125
*Bookings essential for each event, contact Jo Burzynska 328 8846 or jo@adventuresinwine.co.nz

GROW LOCAL BRUNCH 9.30am – 11am SUN FEB 21
a fundraiser combining Project Lyttelton’s ‘Grow Local’ project resources into a fun and delicious event. Supporting our organic gardens this event celebrates local food and is proudly assisted by Annie’s Eggs, Ashby Butchers, Peninsula Preserves, Vic’s Bakery, Lovat Venison, Sheehan’s Honey and others BYO chair and or rug, tickets $20 per adult and $10 child, bookings essential
NORMAN KIRK MEMORIAL POOL, OXFORD STREET, LYTTELTON
Afterwards visit the Sound Garden, the Portal & the Community Gardens

THE PORTAL OPEN DAY 11am, SUN FEB 21
PL’s base & extensive community gardens will be open for viewing, located behind the pool on Oxford St, free entry

SOUND GARDEN 12pm Sun FEB 21
smell the roses, take in the views & dance to the sounds of VOLCANO RADIO DJs & friends in Lyttelton’s historic Rose Garden, entry off Oxford St. Enjoy scrumptious food & refreshments, gold coin entry

PUPPETRY PICNIC 12.30pm-3.30pm SUN FEB 21
have a picnic on the lawn, enjoy 2 puppet shows & a workshop ,bring your own puppet or create one on the day, interact with the roving puppets whilst you picnic. Performances by Natural Magic and Thumbs Up Puppetry $5 per show or workshops. Shows times are 1pm & 2.45pm, workshop at 2pm
HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, WINCHESTER ST

EXPERIMENTAL MUSIC 1pm SUN FEB 21
Borderline Radio presents a performance of experimental music over several floors of the Timeball Station (timed to commence when the Timeball drops at 1pm).  Performances by Stanier Black-Five, Peter Wright, and other local musicians will include recordings taken from the Timeball Station itself $7
LYTTELTON TIMEBALL STATION, 2 RESERVE TCE

Mactodd HARBOUR KITCHENS COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS
HARBOUR HIGH TEAS with Ann Stanaway & Lyttelton Well Womens 6pm TUES FEB 23rd a sumptious evening of sweet treats. Take home a recipe portfolio and a tin of goodies $60 bookings essential.

-ENTREES & STARTERS 6pm WED FEB 24 Ground Culinary Centre $45 booking essential

-LYTTELTON KIDSFIRST KINDERGARTEN 10.30am FRI FEB 26 Kid-made picklets morning tea / open day - Free, 33 Winchester St

-SNIPPETS FROM HARBOUR KITCHENS 6pm FRI FEB 26 Lyttelton Main School Hall, Oxford St $40 booking essential
*all bookings can be made at the Lyttelton Info Centre 328 9093

LYTTEL CHANGES 9am-5pm DAILY SAT FEB 20 – SUN 28
visit the Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre and experience a bio diverse courtyard development, OXFORD ST

DISCOVER LYTTELTON WALKING TOURS 10.00am
MON FEB 22 – FRI 26
departing from the Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre $5 per adult, children free, bookings essential 328 9093

COFFEE CAFÉ TOURS MON FEB 22 – FRI 26 2pm each day
from the Lyttelton Harbour Information Centre, $15 includes coffee and tasting, bookings essential

LYTTELTON FARMERS MARKET SAT FEB 20 & 27 10am-1pm
at Lyttelton Main School, Oxford St

LYTTELTON TIMES ART SHOW SAT FEB 20 - SUN 28 10-5pm EACH DAY Times Café Norwich Quay, proudly sponsored by the Lyttelton Harbour Arts Council

LYTTELTON HISTORY FRI FEB 19 – SUN 28
stories of the past, screening in selected London Street retailer’s windows throughout the festival, sponsored by the NZ Historic Places Trust

IDA & FRIENDS 10AM – 4PM DAILY
A personal photographic exhibition from award winners Moda Fotografica, a must see – www.modafotografica.co.nz

SUMMER STREET PARTY 12pm - 6pm SUNDAY FEB 28
a one day event showcasing Lytteltons vibrant community. Browse through the outdoor market, listen to eclectic local bands, giggle at street performers, grab yourself a Devonshire tea at the church and relax under the trees. Performances by The Unfaithful Ways, The Eastern, Le Mot Café, D’sendantz, The Remittance Men and Aaron Tokona & Carmelita Toots – a fun day out with something for all ages, CANTERBURY, WINCHESTER & LONDON STREETS

VOLCANO RADIO BAZAAR 10-4pm SUN FEB 28th
Sweet sounds, collectable records, a place to chill, quality nik naks for sale, refreshing vodka iced-teas, friends, games, and quality treats. It's all here waiting for you at the Basement, opposite the Monster Bar

The GREAT WHITE ELEPHANT Bring and Buy! 12PM-6PM SUN FEB 28
Lookout for Timebank's White Elephant stall and support volunteering in Lyttelton while you grab a bargain! Bring: Your unwanted xmas pressies, bric a brack and house hold goods* Buy: Anything and everything from Kids toys and clothes to books, kitchen ware, even plants and preserves Discover: More about Lyttelton Time bank, how it works and how you can be involved *Within Lyttelton collection of goods can be arranged prior to the event - call or email Lottie on 3288303 / lottie@lyttelton.net.nz

LYTTELTON MAIN SCHOOL FAIR 11-4pm SUN FEB 28
bouncy Castle, farm animals, chocolate wheel, stalls, games. Loads of family fun OXFORD ST

HOLY TRINITY GROUNDS 12-4pm SUN FEB 28
sample delightful Devonshire Teas amongst the stunning gardens of Holy Trinity Church. Enjoy acoustic music from a range of performers at
Holy Trinity Church on Winchester St