On Wednesday it’s the second forum in JustSpeak’s Unlocking Prisons series. This one, Within the Walls explores life on the inside from people who’ve been there. It will address questions about it’s impact of decisions to reoffend, and what the experience was like. If you’re interested in the Justice System, then you should definitely get to this. 6.30pm at Alleluya Cafe, K Rd.
The Writers and Readers Festival is this coming weekend in Auckland. It’s worth spening some time with the programme. Poetry Idol on Saturday is a great way of checking out fresh talent.
The Comedy Festival is also still happening. If you’re in Wellington get along to Jeremy Elwood and Michele A’Court and if you’re in Auckland don’t miss Stand Up for Kids and Titty Bar Ha Ha.
CPAG Post-Budget Breakfasts are happening in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch on Friday morning. It’s a great way of getting some good analysis of the budget from very clever people and eat some yummy food. Registration is here.
The Documentary Festival is continuing in Wellington this week. If you’re not sure what to see you can check out our reviews for a whole bunch of them in The Liberal Agenda section. Top 5 picks would be The Invisible War, Seeking Asian Female, The Island President, A Place at the Table and Last Call at the Oasis.
In Christchurch this week…
This week, What if Wednesdays at UC is asking ‘What if all New Zealand children learned sign language?’ Dr Dean Sutherland is presenting and it kicks of at 6.30. Details and registration here.
CAfE (Christchurch Agency for Energy) is going all out for Energy Awareness month. The highlight will be the Energy Future Expo this coming weekend at The Air Force Museum. Details of all the events are here. In particular check out the free screenings of Switch on Monday at 4pm at Alice’s Cinema. It’ll screen again on May 23rd and 28th. Limited seating so book here.
