Matariki is the Māori name for the cluster of stars also known as the Pleiades. It rises in mid-winter and heralds the start of a new year. Matariki means the ‘eyes of god’ mata ariki or ‘little eyes’ mata riki.

Its's a time of Aroha, Connection, Wairua, Whanau, Friendship, honouring our ancestors, Celebration and Gratitude for all.

Aroha Essence Festival and Goddess Gatherings by the sea bring to you...
a special Whānau friendly evening of soulful Kirtan, dancing, korero, craft and shared kai.

We will meet in our favorite seaside location overlooking the beautiful moana underneath the night sky.

Aroha Kirtan Duo seasoned kirtaners Dana and Aroha Te Awhina will guide us on a journey of Kirtan chanting mantra meditation to uplift our minds, bring inner peace and open our hearts.

These high vibrations will have you up dancing by the end of the evening as our goddess DJ plays us a few funky tunes.

We will have a shared kai with karakia. There will be a selection of herb teas, artesian water, kombucha and hot chocolate available.
🍓Please bring a plate of vegan- friendly finger food to share.🥦

💜Aroha Essence Festival 2020 Campers will receive FREE entry to this event! 💜
👌Other friendly community members are welcome to attend for $10 each. Tamariki are free👌

🧜‍♀️All kind people big and small are welcome at this Whānau event🧜‍♂️

Our upstairs venue is mobility aid access friendly. 😊

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Do let us know if you would like to contribute or help on the evening.

**If you can please bring a spare blanket/s to donate to the @New Brighton Blanket Bank. They desperately need more blankets to distribute to help keep Whānau warm this winter. Kia Ora.**

Aroha Nui xx

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Join us on this Aroha Love Movement today! 💜

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