Artists Band Together For Christchurch

In response to the devastating events in Christchurch on Friday 15 March, we put a call out to our arts community to let us know about any initiatives to support the community directly impacted by the Christchurch terror attack. Artists have mobilised, and are redirecting funds, organising charity drives, and gifting their time in support.

In the coming weeks, we will be sending regular updates of the events and initiatives led by the arts community to proactively support all those affected.

This week, we have:

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Fundraiser by Move Dance

Modern Jive Freestyle Friday
Dance class, followed by free dancing with music by DJ Flash
Friday 22 March
Tickets $15pp with all funds going to aid those affected by the Christchurch terror attacks
Blockhouse Bay Community Centre: 524 Blockhouse Bay Rd
Class begins at 8pm
The Facebook event is here: https://www.facebook.com/events/360117057928277/

Modern Jive is a fusion of Salsa, Jive and Swing, and the team at Move Dance teach this energetic style of partner dancing in 3 venues around Auckland: Takapuna, New Lynn & Pakuranga.

Regularly holding fundraising nights with their pay-it-forward "Feel Good Friday", this week they are channelling all money raised into supporting the people affected by last week’s tragedy in Christchurch. The Blockhouse Bay Community Centre have gifted the venue for the event, so all funds raised from the entry fee and the raffles will go directly to the cause.

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Fundraiser by Family Bar and Club

We Stand As One!
Fundraising club night, hosted by Miss Ribena & Miss Trinity Ice
Continuous shows throughout the night, including performances by Leidy Lei, Vanessa Laroux, Margarita Blades and more
Saturday 23 March
Koha donation entry at the door
Family Bar: 270 Karangahape Rd, Auckland Central
Doors open at 8pm
The Facebook event is here: https://www.facebook.com/events/360117057928277/

A landmark on K Road for the LGBTQIA+ communities of Auckland, Family Bar's extensive whanau will be performing and collecting donations throughout the night.

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My Fathers Barbers - Donation Drop-off Centre
Location to drop off donated goods, with volunteers able to pick-up and drop-off items
My Fathers Barbers: Shop 1 & 2, The Windmill Centre, 93 Riccarton Road, Riccarton
Christchurch

Christchurch comedian Bec Sandys is one of many people based in the city to ensure donated goods are making it to the people who need them most.

Collaborating with barbershop My Fathers Barbers in a drive organised by Sarah Clare Brown and Sarah Ioannou, this on-the-ground team in Christchurch are accepting donations, and taking them directly to the families who are flying in from around the world to support their loved ones. Bec and the team at My Fathers Barbers are acting as a point of communication for people wanting to donate practical items to support the families.

The current call is for grocery vouchers, petrol vouchers and prepaid pressie cards. Please give generously, and stay tuned to the My Fathers Barbers Facebook page for live updates of what is needed.

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