Good morning, SunLive readers, and welcome to the final Sunday of winter.

We did it guys – we made it through the cold, gloomy months, and now we're poised to welcome spring in less than a week's time.

Showers turning to rain this evening are forecast today, with a high of 16 degrees and a low of 13.

It might pay to bring a jacket or umbrella this afternoon for those planning to catch a glimpse of the America's Cup. Peter Burling will be bringing the Auld Mug down to the Edgewater Fan on the CBD waterfront (at the Red Square end) at 1pm.

A short ceremony, including a haka performed by Tauranga Boys' College senior students and speeches, will take place with a chance to hear from the athletes and Mayor Greg Brownless.

After the ceremony, the athletes and the Auld Mug will be available for photos to give everyone the chance to get their own piece of America's Cup history.

Be prepared for more traffic than usual – the council recommends using public transport if you can.

Tonight there's also a free show at Totara Street from roots reggae performers the Jesse Morris Band.

Featuring the killer rhythm section of TK Bass Dread and the Dolphin Dr Hugh Jones, this powerhouse all-star lineup is Australia's number one east coast conscious roots reggae act. Vocal harmonies, African and Caribbean rhythms, handmade guitars, dubbed out loops and conscious lyrics.

Doors open at 5pm, with the show beginning at 6pm, Totara Street.

Not your thing? Well, they're not compulsory events. Check out what else is on below:

WHAT'S ON – Sunday, August 27:

A Healing with OEFT

Heal your illness at the emotional level. Grindz, 50 First Ave 12:30 Coffee. 1 - 2:30: Tuition + Practice Optimal EFT. Koha. Info at www.eventspronto.co.nz/meaningfullife

Baycourt : Roy Phillips Concert

8pm at X Space (Music) www.ticketek.co.nz or 0800 TICKETEK

Bible Seminars

Sunday 1:45pm Greerton Senior Citizen's Hall, Maitland St, Greerton. Title: 'Genesis- God's book of beginnings” Interactive, Q&A. All welcome. Vic 543 0504.

Czech and Slovak Club Tauranga

Czech School and Playgroup 10am - 12noon, Tauranga Boys College, Devenport Rd, guests welcome!

Farmers Market - Mount Mainstreet

Held every Sunday 9am - 1pm rain or shine! Right in the middle of Mount Mainstreet at Phoenix Car Park, Maunganui Rd. www.mountmainstreet.nz

Fathers' Day Mini-Putt Competition

Sunday 3rd Sept Come & join Arataki-Omanu Scout Group for their Father's Day Mini-Putt Competition at Omanu School 1-4pm. Loads of prizes. Contact 021441834

Gate Pa Junior Tennis

Pre season open days at club on Sundays 3rd & 10th Sept with free coaching. 5-7yrs 9.30am, 8-10yrs 10.30am, 11+yrs 11.30am. Raquets available. Graeme 5765178, 0274520600

Introduction to Buddhism classes

Join us for a ten week course based on the DVD 'Discovering Buddhism”. Facility donation/Koha of $5 gratefully received. Email [email protected] for details

Historic Village Market

Every 1st and 3rd Sunday monthly 8am - noon, wet or fine. Inquiries: [email protected] A Bethlehem Te Puna Lions Club Project.

Home Computer Club Inc.

Meets at Arts & Crafts Centre, Elizabeth St. West, on last Sun of month, from 9:30 am until 12:30 pm. More info Ph 544 2067

Les Bons Vivants

Violin, flute & harp. Presented by Legacy Funerals & Tauranga Musica. Tauranga Park Auditorium, 383 Pyes Pa Rd, Tauranga 4pm Tickets at door.

Papamoa Country Music Club

Monthly music afternoon at the Papamoa Sports & Recreation Centre at 1pm.

Papamoa Lions Club Market

Gordon Spratt Reserve, Parton Rd, Papamoa. Gates open 7am for stall holder entry. Wayne 027 974 5699

Radio Controlled Model Yachts

Sundays and Thursday 1:30pm, at pond behind 24 Montego Drive, Papamoa, sailing ELECTRON yachts for fun. Adult Beginners welcome. Graham 572 5419

Wellness Art Workshop

With Mira Corbova/ Professional Artist & Inspirational Tutor: 13, 20 & 27 Aug, 11am-2pm @ The Art Lounge, 32 Devonport Rd, Tauranga Info/To Book: [email protected] www.theartloungenz.com