Tue 14 Jul · Warehouse Stationery

A free school-holiday workshop where kids paint their own pot with POSCA pens — the free Eventfinda tickets have sold out, so check with the store for space.

Wed 15 Jul · Warehouse Stationery

Kids design and decorate their own keepsake box in this free school-holiday session — Eventfinda allocations are sold out.

Wed 15 Jul · Timaru Squash Club

A weekly Wednesday-morning playgroup where little ones can burn off some energy at the Timaru Squash Club.

Thu 16 Jul · Warehouse Stationery

A free creative craft session for kids to round out the last week of the school holidays — Eventfinda tickets are sold out.

Thu 16 Jul · Bullock Restaurant & Bar

A beginner-friendly adults painting class recreating the famous Roys Peak view, with food and drinks available from the bar.

Sun 19 Jul · Hector Black’s

Hector Black’s hosts its seventh annual homemade pickles and preserves competition on Sunday afternoon.

Sat 18 Jul · 2 George Street

The weekly Saturday-morning artisan farmers market with fresh local produce, baking and handmade crafts.

Sat 18 Jul · Caroline Bay Hall

The annual South Canterbury Hunt Ball takes over Caroline Bay Hall for a night of live music and dancing, with tickets available through Eventfinda.

Wed 15 Jul · Ara Institute of Canterbury

A weekly social badminton night open to all skill levels at the Ara Institute of Canterbury.

Tue 21 Jul · Timaru Tennis Centre

Alpine Toastmasters holds its regular public-speaking meeting at the Timaru Tennis Centre.

Sat 25 Jul · Pet Central Timaru

Meet guinea pigs looking for their forever homes at Pet Central Timaru’s adoption day.