Past Fundraisers
Quiz Night July 2020
November 2019 - Ladies Long Lunch at Lyceum Club
2018 Calendar Fundraiser
Ladies' Lunch 24 November 2017
The next Ladies Long Lunch is Friday 24 November.
Doors open at 12noon, with lunch served at 12.30pm.
Guest speakers this month are from the Waikato branch of "Foster Hope". This charity is about having everyday essential items available at a moment's notice, put together in a backpack to accompany children needing urgent foster care. Many children come with only what they stand up in, so the backpack is filled with items such as pyjamas, toothbrush and paste, socks, slippers, combs, flannels etc. Items are welcome, so feel free to bring an unwrapped gift suitable to go into a backpack.
Where: Resthaven Village Centre, 4 Vogel Street Cambridge.
Entry is $20 per person. Payment can be made on the day, but bookings are required by phoning reception 827 6097 or email info@resthavenfoundation.org.nz. Funds raised go to the Resthaven Foundation.
Directions: Look for No. 4 The Views on Vogel sign with a driveway leading to the Village Centre and ample free parking (the same access as Cambridge Community Garden).
Announcing September's Long Lunch Fundraiser
The next Ladies Long Lunch is Friday 8 September.
Enjoy a lovely long lunch, and hear from guest speakers, the Music Moves Me Trust.
Music Moves Me exists to offer high-quality, interactive music and music therapy to people living with dementia in an effort to help them maintain function, access memory and connect with those around them.
When: Friday 8 September 2017, 12.30pm
Where: Resthaven Village Centre
Book in now! Entry is $25 per person. Payment can be made on the day, but bookings are required by phoning reception 827 6097 or email info@resthavenfoundation.org.nz. Funds raised go to the Resthaven Foundation.
Directions: Look for No. 4 The Views on Vogel sign with a driveway leading to the Village Centre and ample free parking (the same access as Cambridge Community Garden).
Ladies Long Lunch 11 August - Say cheese!
Love cheese? Then don't miss our August Long Lunch because we have a very special guest speaker - Sue Arthur from Over the Moon Dairy Company.
When: Friday 11 August 2017, 12.30pm
Where: Resthaven Village Centre
Book in now for a delicious lunch and guest speaker Sue Arthur, who will share her story with us about getting into the cheese business….
In late 2007, Sue brought her inspiration to the South Waikato to set up Over the Moon, and more recently she established the delectable Over the Moon shop in Cambridge. To finish off the long lunch, we will have a chance to taste some of their amazing cheeses.
This is part of the Ladies Long Lunch series. Entry is $25 per person. Payment can be made on the day, but bookings are required by phoning reception 827 6097 or email info@resthavenfoundation.org.nz
Directions: Look for The Views on Vogel sign with a driveway leading to the Village Centre and ample free parking (the same access as Cambridge Community Garden).
Movie Premiere Fundraiser 19 July 2017
Mid Winter Yuletide Long Lunch - 14 July
Grab your friends and book in now!
When: Friday 14 July 2017, 12.30pm
Where: Resthaven Village Centre
Enjoy great company in lovely surroundings. There will be a lovely yuletide meal, then sit back and be entertained as we hear from guest speaker Judith Robinson. And to finish off the long lunch, Rachael Harper will give a specialty iced cupcakes demonstration. What better way to spend a Friday afternoon in the middle of winter!
This is part of the Ladies Long Lunch series. Entry is $25 per person. Payment can be made on the day, but bookings are required by phoning reception 827 6097 or email info@resthavenfoundation.org.nz
Directions: Look for The Views on Vogel sign with a driveway leading to the Village Centre and ample free parking (the same access as Cambridge Community Garden).
Fab Concert Fundraiser - June 18th
On Sunday June 18th we will have the Hamilton Community Gospel Choir performing as part of our Winter Concert Series.
We are looking forward to a lovely afternoon with the choir - come and hear this talented group.
Entry is $10pp, pay at the door. The concert starts at 2pm and is followed by afternoon tea.
The concert is at the Resthaven Village Centre, 4 Vogel Street.
Directions: Look for The Views on Vogel sign with a driveway leading to the Village Centre and ample free parking (the same access as Cambridge Community Garden).
Foodie Fundraiser in May!
Where: Resthaven Village Centre
Resthaven Foundation is very pleased to announce Jan Bilton as the guest speaker at a foodie fundraiser event sure to please. Grab your friends and book in now!
Jan Bilton is revered in the world of food – she is a cookbook author, food and lifestyle magazine editor (Living Today, The Foodtown Magazine), food consultant, stylist, photographer and syndicated columnist. Author of 27 cookbooks, her bestselling "New Zealand Kiwifruit Cookbook" sold 140,000 copies internationally, and in 2010 she was named winner of the "Best Food/Wine Guide" category at the World Food Media Awards, for her cookbook "Marlborough on the Menu". Jan's mantra is "Real Food for Real People".
Jan will be speaking of her wonderful trips overseas (all to do with food) and her career in food consultancy for Irvine Holt Enterprises.
This is a fundraising event and is part of the Ladies Long Lunch series. Entry is $25 per person. Enjoy great company in lovely surroundings at the Resthaven Village Centre. A glass of wine and a delicious 2 course meal are included in the price. And the meal will be from one of Jan's many cookbooks.
Proceeds will go towards a wheelchair-capable vehicle for resident and community use.
Payment can be made on the day, but bookings are required by phoning reception 827 6097.
Doors open at 12.30pm.
Directions: Look for The Views on Vogel sign with a driveway leading to the Village Centre and ample free parking (the same access as Cambridge Community Garden).
FOUNDATION SUNDAY CONCERT SUNDAY 12th MARCH
Don't miss this wonderful choir, followed by afternoon tea.
Tickets $10 adults, $5 children.
Door sales available but please register beforehand, for catering purposes. All welcome.
Phone Jackie at Cambridge Resthaven reception on 827 6097.
Directions: Look for The Views on Vogel sign with a driveway leading to the Village Centre and ample free parking (the same access as Cambridge Community Garden).
FRIDAY 10th MARCH - LADIES' LONG LUNCH
Come along to the ever popular monthly Ladies' Long Lunch and enjoy a delicious 2 course lunch and wine (or juice), followed by a guest speaker. Open to Cambridge Resthaven residents and friends in the community. There is a $25 cost, with proceeds going to Resthaven Foundation. Come along and enjoy the fellowship and the ambiance.
12.30pm - 2.30pm at Resthaven Village Centre, 4 Vogel Street.
Bookings are essential. To book, please phone Jackie at Cambridge Resthaven reception on 827 6097.
Ladies Long Lunches will reconvene in 2017
Our recent Christmas Long Lunch attracted a big crowd of happy ladies. And the Long Lunches' fine fare and company have been so well received that we will be continuing this monthly event from February 2017.
DECEMBER CHRISTMAS LONG LUNCH
The final Ladies Long Lunch for the year at Resthaven's lovely Village Centre is on Friday 2 December 2016 and will be commencing at the earlier time of 12noon.
This will be a festive fun affair with delicious Christmas fare by our gourmet caterers Cater Plus. There will be sparkling bubbles, chocolates, raffles and lovely family Christmas stories from whoever wishes to share their memories with us.
Resthaven Foundation lunches are always open for community women to attend as well as our Residents and at only $20 per person plus a very comfortable environment, it's no wonder we sometimes get settled in for the afternoon!
With all the support so far, our fundraising thermometer is rising for our new Mobility Van complete with wheelchair hoist – only approximately $75,000.00 to go. So, if you would like to help towards this target please come along and join in, you will be very welcome. Call reception 827 6097 to book your seat by Wednesday 30 November.
We look forward to seeing you there and thank all those who have supported our cause, thus far.
Directions: Look for The Views on Vogel sign with a driveway leading to the Village Centre and ample free parking (the same access as Cambridge Community Garden).
OCTOBER EXCITING FUNDRAISERS
Come along to the ever popular monthly Ladies' Long Lunch and enjoy a 2 course lunch and wine, followed by a guest speaker. Open to Cambridge Resthaven residents and friends in the community. There is a $20 cost, with proceeds going to Resthaven Foundation. Come along and enjoy the fellowship and the ambiance.
12.45pm - 2.30pm at Resthaven Village Centre, 4 Vogel Street.
Bookings are essential. To book, please phone Jackie or Debbie at Cambridge Resthaven reception on 827 6097.
Directions: Look for The Views on Vogel sign with a driveway leading to the Village Centre and ample free parking (the same access as Cambridge Community Garden).
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12th OCTOBER - PREMIERE MOVIE NIGHT
On Wednesday 12th October, don't miss the Premiere Movie night at Cambridge's Tivoli Cinema, showing "Golden Years" a star-studded cast in a comedy heist caper. What a law abiding citizen can get up to once they retire!
Tickets $25 pp includes nibbles. Drinks can be purchased.
Movie starts at 6:30pm – mingling from 5:45pm. All welcome.
Bookings are essential. To book, please phone Jackie or Debbie at Cambridge Resthaven reception on 827 6097.
SEPTEMBER QUIZ NIGHT
Quiz Night with Quiz Master Colin McClure
At the Resthaven Village Centre, 4 Vogel Street.
Doors open at 6:00pm with the Quiz starting at 7:00pm.
Tables (up to 6 persons per) $40.
Food platters (hot, cold or mixed) $30 each.
Non-alcohol refreshments may be purchased or you can BYO wine/beer. Make up a team (named) and phone Jackie or Debbie on Reception Ph 827 6097 to register before Wednesday 28 September (for catering purposes). All welcome to join in.
2 FABULOUS FUNDRAISERS
Come along to this fabulous concert. Led by Musical Director Sean Kelly, Male Voices Waikato is an amazing group of performers well known for their entertaining performances and wide range of styles - from pop, gospel, classical, jazz, folk, musical and contemporary. All welcome.
2pm, Resthaven Village Centre, 4 Vogel Street.
$10 includes afternoon tea. Bookings essential Ph 827 6097, pay at the door.
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2nd SEPTEMBER - LADIES' LONG LUNCH
Ladies, pop Friday 2 September in your diary today!
This Ladies Long Lunch is sure to be a good one. Come along and enjoy a 2 course lunch, followed by guest speaker Bernice Sherry from Helloworld who will fill us in on the latest travel destinations. Open to Cambridge Resthaven residents and friends in the community. There is a $20 cost, with proceeds going to Resthaven Foundation.
12.45pm - 2.30pm at Resthaven Village Centre, 4 Vogel Street.
Bookings are essential. To reserve a spot, please phone Jackie at Cambridge Resthaven reception on 827 6097 by Friday 26th August.
Directions: Look for The Views on Vogel sign with a driveway leading to the Village Centre and ample free parking (the same access as Cambridge Community Garden).
The Ladies Long Lunches - a Regular Affair!
The next Long Lunch is Friday 5 August, start time 12.30pm.
Bookings are essential. To reserve a spot, please phone Jackie at Cambridge Resthaven reception on 827 6097 by 4pm, the Wednesday before.
Directions: Look for The Views on Vogel sign with a driveway leading to the Village Centre and ample free parking (the same access as Cambridge Community Garden).
1st July 2016 - Mid-winter Long Lunch
Blow away the winter blues with a lovely long lunch on Friday 1st July.
Come along for a relaxing 2 course lunch, followed by guest speaker Mijda Jamieson, the CEO of Seasons Magazine.
The Long Lunch is a fundraiser for the Resthaven Foundation. $20. Bookings essential. Please book and pay at Cambridge Resthaven reception Ph 07 827 6097.
May 2016 - Two exciting winter ventures. Don't miss out.
Once a month on Fridays, there's a Long Lunch especially for the ladies. It's a relaxing 2 course lunch with a different guest speaker each time.
Sunday Winter Concerts - on some wintery Sunday afternoons there will be concerts. The concert series kicked off in May with the fabulous Bruised Brothers (pictured) entertaining a good crowd.
These winter events are fundraisers for the Resthaven Foundation. To find out dates and details, check out the local newspapers or phone Cambridge Resthaven 07 827 6097.
Movie Night - 24th February 2016
Ever wondered what would happen if a homeless woman living in her van parked in your driveway for 15 years? That's exactly what happened to Alan Bennett. Based on a true story and starring the amazing Maggie Smith.
At Tivoli Theatre – Cambridge
Wednesday 24th February - Nibbles and mingling at 6.00pm in the upstairs area, before the movieat 7.00pm
Light nibbles will be provided. Drinks available for purchase.
Tickets from Resthaven Reception 6 Vogel Street, $25.00 each.
Calendar - our 2016 calendar is hot off the press!
A large portion of the sales goes directly to the Resthaven Foundation, and once again, Eric Hill (our wonderful Patron) has come up with images of Cambridge that will delight. From a magical fireworks display to tranquil country scenes, this calendar is a stunner!
Movie Night - 5th August 2015
'Learning to Drive' movie
Rated M: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Wednesday 5th August screening at 7.30pm, at the beautiful Tivoli Cinema in Cambridge
Tickets are $20 and includes a small gift
Tickets are available at Cambridge Resthaven reception or phone 07 827 6097
Have a fun night and support the Resthaven Foundation at the same time!!
Here's a bit about the movie... As her marriage dissolves, a Manhattan writer takes driving lessons from a Sikh instructor with marriage troubles of his own. In each other's company they find the courage to get back on the road and the strength to take the wheel.
Calendar - Our first fundraiser a great hit
Watch this space for plans for next year's calendar!
