Good morning Sunners and welcome to a day packed with fairs and fast cars.

For almost thirty years The Original Gypsy Fair has been travelling NZ and we will be at Bowentown Domain, Waihi Beach for their 14th fair of the 2018-2019 season.

As always they will be bringing an expansive range of handcrafted products that are sold exclusively at The Original Gypsy Fair, some of which will be made before your eyes. Be amazed as you watch world renowned glass blower Geoff Brunker as he skillfully manipulates molten glass into an array of beautiful works of art.

Grab yourself a stunning masterpiece of jewellery, upcycled clothes or tie dyed creations. Tattoos and body piercing are also available by the very talented Jude and Shayne Sergeant, New Zealand's first mother and son tattooing team.

If you're feeling hungry there will be a tempting selection of sandwiches and wraps as well as cakes, muffins and other tummy satisfying treats, and amazing coffee, smoothies, sodas and other beverages will also be available at the Bouncy Bean Cafe.

Entertain the kids and let them run themselves tired on Oskars unique obstacle bounce, Jamie and Bobbies Bubbles, Hula Hoops and other juggling supplies will keep the kids fascinated for hours.

Soak up the atmosphere of live stage entertainment by Karlos, performing daily on his handcrafted stage. Musos are most welcome to come along for a jam too.

The Original Gypsy Fair will be held from 9am-5pm at Bowentown Domain, Seaforth Rd, Bowentown, Waihi Beach. The fair will be there until Sunday, December 30.

South Pacific Midget Car Series

If you enjoy life more in the fast lane. Trustpower Baypark Speedway has its annual visit from the top Midget drivers from New Zealand, the USA and Australia.

New Zealand's best Midget Car drivers will take on the top drivers from the USA and Australia culminating in the South Pacific 40 lap Midget feature.

There will also be racing from Sprint Cars, Super Saloons and Stock Cars, making for an action-packed night.

The South Pacific Midget 40 Lapper begins at 6.30pm-10pm at the Trustpower Baypark Speedway. Public gates will open at 5pm.

Tickets are $25 for adults, $10 for seniors and children and $60 for a family. Under 5-year-olds are free.

For more information go to www.bayparkspeedway.co.nz

Alcoholics Anonymous
Open meeting 10am every Friday. Tauranga Central Baptist Church, 13 Ave/Cameron Rd. All welcome. Ph 0800 229 6757

Baypark Family Speedway
6:30pm South Pacific Midget 40 lapper.

Body + Soul Fitness
For over 50s. Mon & Fri Greerton Hall, Tues Tauranga Senior Citizens Norris St, Wed Bethlehem hall 9:15am. Ph Dianne 027 431 4326 or 576 5031

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

Citizens Advice Bureau Tauranga
Free confidential impartial information & advice. Don't know? Ask us! Ph or visit us at 38 Hamilton St Tauranga Mon-Fri 9am-5pm 07 578 1592 or 0800 367 222

Learning About Tauranga Faith-Groups
Exploring the diverse religious traditions contributing to NZ society. 6-8:15pm St Georges Church, 1 Church Street. Full description & enrolments at www.rdc.org.nz/classes/

Mah Jong Club
Every Friday at St Andews Church Hall, Dee St, Mt Maunganui. 12:45-4pm. Come join our friendly club. Joy 578 7310

Narcotics Anonymous
Open meeting every Fri at Hillier Centre, 31 Gloucester Rd, Mt Maunganui, 7:30-8:30pm. If using drugs is causing you problems, maybe we can help ph 0800 NA TODAY

Te Puke Toy Library
Tues-Thurs 9-1pm, Fri/Sat 10-12pm Borrow Toys, have a play, Playgroup on Friday as well as Brick Kids during term 3:30pm. 7 Stock Rd. Ph 027 263 9309