Good morning Sunners and welcome to Good Friday!

Most of us will agree Fridays are already pretty good on a normal week, but for many of us, this Friday is even beter as it marks the first of a four day weekend spent with family, relaxing or on those quick getaways.

For those of us who chose to stay in the Bay for the long weekend, or even for those of are visitors (welcome!), you can be rest assured there is no end to the great range of activities happening around the city for you to choose from.

Why not start your morning with a nice wind down - especially if you've had to travel on busy roads to get here - by attending a Piloga class.

Held at Arataki Community Centre, the class offers the perfect mix of pilates and yoga and is a great way to help combat the guilt you might feel a bit later on this weekend after one too many bites of chocolate.

And don't forget the 56th National Jazz Festival is on, so it's a great weekend to be in the city, which is set to buzz with the smooth sounds of jazz.

Today's lineup includes Melbourne's very own Shirazz, a six-piece band specialising in classic hot jazz of the 20s and 30s playing classic trad jazz as it was meant to be played.

So grab a friend and head along to Baycourt, they will be playing from 6pm.

Following on from them is the incredible Dr Fox. Legendary bassist Dewayne Pate teams up with saxophonist Dave Wilson and Dr Rodger Fox and the NZSM Big Band for a concert that will blow your socks off.

They'll take the stage from 8pm and are sure to bring you a concert to remember.

For more information on either act, or any other details including ticketting visit the official event website.

There's plenty more activities too, take a look at what's on offer below.

Acoholics Anonymous
Open meeting, 10am, Tauranga Central Baptist Church, corner 13th Ave & Cameron Rd. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Alcoholics Anonymous
Open meeting, 7.30pm, Tauranga Hanmer Clinic, 1235 Cameron Rd. (Behind SuperLiquour) All welcome. Ph 0800 229 675 757

Chess Tauranga
Tauranga RSA Chess Club, Greerton 5-7pm, Casual & Standard length games. Ph Werner 548 1111 http:/www.westernbopchess.weebly.com/

Comparative World Religions
Tauranga Term 1 classes on the Western belief traditions on Fridays 6-8pm, 16 Feb-6 Apr. More info & registration at www.rdc.org.nz/classes

Dr Fox Concert
Jazz masters in concert with Dr Rodger Fox & the NZSM Big Band. At Baycourt at 8pm. See ticketek.co.nz or baycourt.co.nz

Free Hearing Advice
FREE hearing check & advice on communication, devices, hearing difficulties, speechreading & living well with hearing loss groups. Ph Trish 927 6323

Genealogy Support Group
The Library support group meets on the 2nd Friday of the month either at Greerton or Tauranga Library. Experts available to assist. Register: ph 577 7177

Morning Prayer
Morning Prayer - Tuesday to Friday from 8:30am-9am at 53 Te Okuroa Drive Papamoa. Call Julie 0274 205 375 or visit: http://www.communityofstaidan.com/

Nemesh Exhibition & Workshops
"Gennie Collection" Exhibition by NEMESH: 2 Feb-1 Mar. Opening & Art Demo: 2 Feb, 5-7pm. Oil Workshops: 3-4-5 Feb, 11am-5pm. Contact: [email protected]

Piloga Fridays
At Arataki Community Center 10:05-11:20am. Pilates, yoga & relaxation. Ph Mel 022 187 1295 or Claudia 021 192 7706 *runs Feb 16-April 13th

Preschool Music @ St. Georges
A half hour of fun, dance & movement to music, followed by morning tea. St. Georges Church lounge (1 Church Street) 9:30am Fridays termtime. Koha

Te Puke Toy Library
New hours, new location & so much fun. Come along & check it out. Friday Playgroup & Lego Club Friday afternoon. See Facebook for details.

Tots' Time
10-11.30am, Grace Community Church, Bethlehem Hall. During the school terms. Ph Elaine 576 5135