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Fungi Fest NZ: Foraged Finds Fungi Crafting with Darrinee

Art and film
Family and kids
Workshop
School holidays
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Join Bay of Plenty based multimedia artist Darrinee Horton, for a creative, low-cost and tactile activity while learning about the wonderful world of mushrooms!

Craft a unique mushroom sculpture, and/or a mushroom necklace, using locally foraged items, sustainable and upcycled materials including: fibers, ribbons, string, paint and more. 
You are welcome to bring your own foraged finds as well.

Suitable for: Ages 6 years and up

Please note:
All children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult - we are all about learning together! You can book one spot and collaborate on the same piece or book 2 spots and help each other out with your own individual creations.

About the Instructor: 
Darrinee Horton is a trained special effects makeup artist and a community support worker for people with special needs. She is very creative, loves most things strange or weird, and enjoys helping people of all ages find their creative flair! 

Proudly supported by Turning Point Trust - Te Taiope Huringanui.

About Turning Point Trust:

A vibrant, inclusive community where people realise their potential. Established in 1996, they are strongly committed to providing an environment where people living with an experience of mental illness and/or addiction feel safe and supported, and can develop meaningful relationships and skills that will facilitate community inclusion and participation. They provide a suite of services designed to support people's chosen recovery paths.
You can find out more here - https://turningpoint.org.nz/ 

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot now and bring on the fun-guys!

Date and time

Sat 04 Jul 2026

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Location

The Historic Village

The Historic Village

Turning Point Trust, Te Taiope Huringanui

17th Ave West

Tauranga South Tauranga 3112

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Price and booking

$15.00

Booking and service fees may apply.

Adults, Kids, Teen

Seating options

General admission

Further event details

Accessibility

Accessible bathrooms

Accessible seating available

Certified disability assist dogs welcome

Free entry for support person

Mobility parking spaces

Wheelchair access

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