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Don McLean, who wrote and performed the 1971 classic American Pie, performs at the Regent Theatre on Sunday.
As the wet weather eases, there’s plenty of entertainers set to shine.
Thursday
May The 4th Be With You: Star Wars show at The Stomach in Palmerston North, including $200 quiz prize pool. $5 entry with Star Wars costume.
Saturday
QEIII: Black Betty: A magical, tragical tale from the Queen’s MI5 bodyguard who deals with troublesome Royals all day, his long-suffering wife by night, and a mysterious Shakespearean serial killer. At Centrepoint Theatre, Palmerston North until June 3.
Imperial Slave: All-ages live metal at The Stomach, playing songs from their upcoming sophomore album. Supported by Flowers of Hades and Half Eaten Horse. Doors open 7pm.
Sunday
Don McLean: Bringing his American Pie 50th Anniversary Tour to Regent on Broadway in Palmerston North, for a 7pm concert on May 7. Tickets from Ticketek.
Tramping For Beginners: New to tramping? Want to get back into it after a break? Palmerston North Tramping and Mountaineering Club is offering this taster from 7.30am, meeting at Milverton Park. Free besides small cost for petrol. Bring comfortable footwear, warm clothes and backpack.
Hokowhitu Village Farmers Market: A range of artisan and local produce and entertainment, from 9am in the village centre on Albert St.
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Monday
Learn sign language: Begin New Zealand Sign Language Week with an hour-long workshop designed to be fun, interactive, and informative It looks at communication being more than just talking. You will get to learn some basic sign and handouts to take away with you. 10.30am at Easie Living Store, Main St, Palmerston North.
Upcoming
Manawatū Striders Marathon: Distances ranging from the full marathon to the half-marathon, 10km and 5km distances, and a free kids’ “marafun” event. From 7am, May 14, starting at Massey University Recreation Centre. Register on the Striders website.
Turkey The Bird: This Kiwi folk trio describe themselves as a cross between Simon & Garfunkel and a margarita cocktail. They play Globe Theatre on May 12, and Ōhau Community Hall on May 14. Tickets from Songkick.
Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride: A vintage motorbike ride, with vintage attire, supporting men’s health. From 9.30am at Manchester Square, Feilding, May 21. Register at gentlemansride.com
Jackie Goes Prima Donna: Jackie Clarke brings her vocals, humour and entertainment style to interpret the songs of the 20th and 21st centuries most legendary divas, from 7.30pm at Pohangina Hall, on June 3. Tickets $35 from pohanginavalley.nz
Ongoing
Feilding Farmers’ Market: From 8.30am at Manchester Square each Friday to 1pm.
Jazz Cafe: Every Thursday from 6pm-8pm, Viva Cafe and Bar, 21 Rangitīkei St.
Manawatū Dancing Club: Dance evenings every Tuesday from 7pm to 9pm in the hall of the Senior Citizens, 309 Main St, Palmerston North. Social dance fourth Saturday of every month, 7.30pm.
Manawatū Armed Combat Training: 7pm Friday nights at Hokowhitu Scout Hall, Palmerston North. Manawatū Iron Hides is a full-contact medieval armoured combat sports team whose fighters take part in national and international battles.
St Brigid’s Indoor Bowling Club: Every Tuesday night, 7.15pm at St John’s Hall, Camden St, Feilding. Contact Doreen 021 158 1609.
