Hosted by: Alison Hume and Sabia Saini

Join our monthly Grateful Gathering to explore inspiring ideas through meaningful conversation.

All are welcome!

It is with much joy that Alison Hume has decided to host Grateful Gatherings this year at Cherish.

All resources are provided by Grateful Living.

Find out more here: grateful.org

We will meet monthly on the first Monday of the month beginning on 7 April from 7pm to 8.30pm

There’s no cost to attend, but donations to support Cherish are always warmly appreciated.

For more information and to register email Alison at alison@cherishing.co.nz

Event Name: Action for Happiness Group
Hosted by: Aileen Deoma-Intemann, Nicky Eskau, and Marie Buzan

Every second Monday of the month, 6:30 – 8:00 PM

Groups are positive-psychology-based meet-ups created by Action for Happiness. The sessions follow practical themes and offer safe and encouraging connections month after month.

Cost: Free, with option to donate to Cherish

For more information and to register go to: https://actionforhappiness.org/groups/christchurch
Or email: aileen.deomahc@gmail.com with subject AFH Cherish Group

Join us on the third Monday of each month for an evening of community connection and shared inspiration through books. Each month we’ll get together and speak to the delightful and thought-provoking books that we’ve been reading. 

Whether you’ve recently finished a great read, want to discover something new, or simply enjoy talking about ideas, you’re welcome to come along.

You are welcome to participate in a book swap, borrow books from the Cherish library, or just bring along a book you’ve enjoyed and tell us what made it meaningful for you.

We’ll provide cups of tea and a few snacks to share. Kitchen facilities are also available if you’d like to heat up your dinner while you’re here.

There’s no cost to attend, but donations to support Cherish are always warmly appreciated. (Donation box at front door)

Hosted by: Nicky and Lynn. To register, or for any questions contact Nicky at nickyeskau@gmail.com

Facebook event here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ANU8ug1Z2/

Volition Social Jam

Hosted by Dan
4th Monday of each month from 07:00 – 08:30PM

Come to Cherish on the 4th Monday of each month for a Volition Social jam.
Easy to learn, hard to master.
If you’ve never played before, you can be taught in 5 minutes on the night.

Volition is a local Christchurch designed board game where four players compete to obtain the Enigma by setting intentions, and manipulating trajectories on the board.
This is a game of strategising, calculating, misdirection, and collaboration.

Given that Volition is a 4-player game, there may be times when all participants are unable to be at a board. We will always have other locally designed games available to play, as well as some classics.

Volition is currently being designed as a digital multi-dimensional universe simulator. If this interests you, ask Dan at the event.

For more information email Dan at dancherishnz@gmail.com

Lead by Lee

Created and based at Cherish we are a group of singers who come together to sing simple, gentle, beautiful songs for connection, relaxation, healing and comfort. For ourselves, for anyone in need and in particular for those who are dying and their carers.

We are a chapter of the International, American based Threshold Choir organisation

While we are currently closed to new members we are happy to put your details on our waiting list and contact you later this year when we offer open sessions.

In the meantime we are available to sing to people in palliative care, either at home or hospice/hospital. Visitors can come to our Tuesday early evening sessions by arrangement to experience the peace and nurturing of being gently sung to. We also offer Song Baths for groups at your venue or ours.

There is no cost for any of these, donations/koha are accepted and optional.

To find out more, go onto our email list for Song Baths or be put on the waiting list phone/text Lee 0275 874 686 or email cherish.threshold@gmail.com

Hosted by Danielle
Every Thursday from 6-7pm

Come lay down in a cosy candlelit space and be immersed in the sound of crystal bowls and chimes. We start with a short guided visualisation, allowing you to explore symbolic inner worlds. Let your thoughts drift away, spark your creativity, and reconnect with yourself beneath the business of everyday life.

Offered by flexible donation
Suggested contribution of $25–$35
Anyone is welcome to attend regardless of what they’re able to contribute.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL – PLease book atleast one day in advance

For more information, and to book visit https://linktr.ee/resonantwaves
or email resonantwaves@outlook.co.nz

Hosted by: Flora & Yong

Join us for a monthly tea gathering where tea enthusiasts and curious beginners come together to experience the beauty, serenity, and mindfulness of a Wellspring Tea Ritual. Through tea preparation, tasting, and meaningful conversation, we explore how simple rituals can bring greater awareness, balance, and wellbeing into daily life. Together, we create space to pause, connect, and reconnect with what truly matters.

Event by donation ($10 suggestion)

To RSVP please register on Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/wellspring-tea-ritual/

Or contact Flora
floraxbl77@gmail.com
0284673699

Learn Transcendental Meditation

Personal Instruction:  Saturday 10 October, by appointment, 1.5 hours
Course Sessions:  Sunday 11–Tuesday 13 October

• Second Session:  Sunday 11 October, 4:00–5:30 pm
• Third Session:  Monday 12 October, 6:30–8:00 pm
• Fourth Session:  Tuesday 13 October, 6:30–8:00 pm

Transcendental Meditation (TM) is a simple, natural technique practised for 20 minutes twice a day while sitting comfortably.  TM requires no concentration or control of the mind, making it easy to learn and enjoyable to practise.

The mind, like the ocean, can have turbulent waves at the surface — yet beneath them there is always stillness and calm.  TM allows the mind and body to settle effortlessly toward inner silent bliss.

Research suggests TM may support reduced stress and anxiety, as well as healthy blood pressure.

No previous meditation experience is needed.  Attendance at personal instruction and all three course sessions is required; however, if the timing does not suit, some sessions may be completed from home using the TM app, in consultation with Aimee.

Course fee applies — please enquire.
Registration deadline: 8 October

TM can be learnt by anyone.  For further information, or to register your interest, please contact certified TM teacher Aimee at:
aimeehodierne@tm.org.nz or
020 4059 6456.
She would be delighted to answer any questions and help you take the next step.

learn the basics of this personality typeology that describes nine patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving.

Cost: $40

Contact Elly
027 648 1396
seasonssoulcareservices@gmail.com

Reiki Share with Aileen

A gentle space for Reiki practitioners of all levels to come together and exchange Reiki energy. Whether you’re newly attuned or have been practicing for years, you’re welcome here.

A contribution of $15 (or what feels accessible) is appreciated.

Please bring: – Water bottle – Massage table (if you have one)

Registration is essential. To join or for further details, please contact Aileen on 022 417 1247 or email aileen.deomahc@gmail.com with the subject Reiki Share.

Know your Nervous System
Hosted by Margaux Pelletier

Join Margaux for a practical, eye-opening workshop where you’ll finally understand what’s happening inside your own body, in your Nervous System, and why it matters. You’ll leave with real tools and a level of self-awareness that touches every area of your life.

$55 — limited to 10 participants

For more information and to register click HERE
Or call/email Margaux at email/phone
margaux@margauxpelletier.com

Weaving as a Celebration of Life

Have you always been keen to learn to weave a basket with the twining technique?

Basket Weaving using the twining technique is one of the worlds oldest crafts, with evidence suggesting it predates pottery and textiles. As civilisations advanced so did the Art of Basketry.