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July 2008
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July 1 – July 19
Opshop and Goldenhorse continue their NZ tour. They play from Ashburton on Tues July 1 to Tauranga on Sat July 19. Click here to see all 18 dates and for information. |
July 1 – July 5
Electro-Carnaval feat. Brazil Beat Sound System tour the South Island. They play Tues July 1: Subculture, Dunedin. Thurs July 3: The Backstage, Dunedin. Sat July 5: The Civic, Christchurch CBD. The DJ act hail from Gisborne and play latin-style house and break beats. At the end of July they head to the States for their US album release tour, with dates in New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Tickets are $10.00 and each gig goes from 10pm to 3am. |
July 1 – July 6
Queenstown Winter Festival
The Queenstown Winter Festival attracts some 60,000 people for a 10-day frenzy of concerts, balls, competitions, races, fireworks, bands, comedy, debates, food and wine in over 60 events. One event for nzgirls is the Lindaur Powder Room. Have your makeup done by the professionals from Smashbox while enjoying a glass of Lindaur Special Reserve. Click here for information on the festival and individual events. |
July 1
New York artist Tony Oursler’s video art is shown for free in Newmarket tonight. It goes from 6pm to 8pm in Jensen Gallery. |
 | July 1 (1977)
Happy Birthday Liv Tyler! |
July 2 – July 6
Beast, a horror play directed by Thomas Sainsbury promises to terrify audiences. It screens at the Classic Basement in Auckland’s CBD from 8 to 9pm each night. Tickets are $18. |
July 2
Mainz free showcase: A free gig at the King’s Arms is a rare find. Tonight students from the Mainz audio and music institute show off their talents from 7pm. |
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July 4
American Independence Day at Degree Gastro Bar: Celebrate the American Independence day at degree bar with delicious food, great drinks specials, and be entertained by Jermone Hendrix and his band. From 5pm until late. |
July 5 – July 19
Titanic the Musical is on just north of Auckland in Orewa. It is based on the broadway version that opened in 1997 and won five Tony awards. Songs include What a Remarkable Age This Is" and "Dressed in Your Pajamas in the Grand Salon". Click here for tickets. |
July 5
Ballroom and Latin Dance Spectacular: Held in Browns Bay, Auckland. See the professionals move Dancing with the Stars style at East Coast Bays Leisure Centre. Dancers under 16 compete from 1pm and adults compete in the evening until midnight. Another will also be held Sat July 26: at Albany Junior High School. Click here for more information. |
July 5
The Ultimate Girl’s Night Out: This night comprises of comedian Jan Maree, a two course meal, glass of Lindaur, and a one hour performance by male dancers. From 6pm at the Safari Lounge on Ponsonby Rd. |
July 5 – July 6
Women’s Lifestyle Expo in Nelson: This is the next expo from nine that are held across New Zealand every year. The Expos bring together an extensive variety of services and products aimed at today's women. It is open over two days from 10am to 5pm and they’ve promised to refund the $8 entry fee if you don’t find anything of interest. |
July 11
Retro Night at Kamo, K-Rd, Auckland. Doors open 9pm. |
July 11
World Population Day: The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) partners with governments and non-governmental organizations in 140 countries to promote reproductive health. These programs help to save lives, slow the spread of HIV and encourage equal rights for men and women. This, in turn, helps to reduce poverty and stabilize population growth, creating more healthy and prosperous families, communities and a better world. |
July 11 – July 20
Cinderella on Ice: Held in Auckland, 13 shows are performed at Aotea Centre over ten days. It features 23 Olympic, World, National and European Championship skaters. Click here for tickets. |
July 12 – July 13
Midwinter Doll, Teddy and Craft Festival: An exhibition held at Howick recreation centre from 10am to 4pm of dolls, bears, craft and supplies sales tables, demonstrations and voting for doll and bear of the show. Money raised goes to the Child Cancer foundation. |
July 12
Auckland Salsa Ball: Dance the night away at The Crypt on Symonds St. It has a Moulin Rouge theme, features a live Latin band and there will be light refreshments. Click here for
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| July 16
Happy Birthday Will Ferrell! |
July 17 – Aug 9
Anika Moa on Tour - with Anna Coddington.
Anika Moa – one of New Zealand’s most accomplished and best-selling artists of the decade – is set to play dates all across the country during July and August. Thursday17th at Salut, Whangarei. Friday18th at Central Hotel, Dargaville. Saturday 19th Leigh Sawmill Cafe. Tuesday 22d, Red Rock, Wanaka. Wednesday 23rd, Revolver, Queenstown. Thursday 24th, Tillermans, Invercargill. Friday 25th, The Backstage Dunedin. Saturday 26th, Al's Bar Christchurch.Wednesday 30th, Memorial Hall, Kaikoura. Thursday 31st, Omka Marae Hall, Blenheim. Click here for more information. www.anikamoa.com
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July 17
Shihad: The lads perform throughout NZ with their Beautiful Machine tour. Support acts on all tour dates will be The Mint Chicks and Luger Boa, the hard-hitting new act formed by Jimmy Xmas, formerly of the D4. All shows will be MC'ed by Dai Henwood. They play: Thurs July 17: Union Hall – University of Otago, Dunedin. Fri July 18: Christchurch Town Hall. Sat July 19: Auckland Town Hall. Thurs July 24: Altitude Bar, Hamilton. Fri July 25: Wellington Town Hall. Sat July 26: Pettigrew Green Arena, Napier. |
July 19 – July 26
The Girl Show: Following the huge success of Up Close Out Loud, Massive Company return to the Concert Chamber with The Girls Show. Eleven young women combine drama, dance, movement and song in an exhilarating hour long show. Tickets are $20 from The Edge or call 09 357 3355. |
July 20
Wedding Dreams Bridal Expo:
The Wellington expo has upmarket exhibits, discounts, goodies, wedding advice and bridal gown shows. The first 100 through the doors receive a gift bag and everyone receives a complimentary glass of bubbly. Click here for details. |  |
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| July 24 (1970)
Happy Birthday J.Lo! |
July 25 – July 27
Ideal Home Show: For those renovating, buying or just dreaming this free event showcases the best products and services for the home. It’s held in Palmerston North at Arena 2 and 3 on Pascall St and goes from 10am to 5pm. Click here for more information. |
| July 30 (1963)
Happy Birthday Lisa Kudrow! |
July 31
The Food Show Auckland: For dedicated food and wine lovers, tempt your tastebuds and meet international top chefs. Tickets can only be purchased at the door from July 26. Click here for more information. |
| July 31
Happy Birthday J. K. Rowling (and Harry Potter)! |
