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Birkenhead Historical Society
Sept 2003 Newsletter

My Arrival in Auckland - Marge Mumme

Beach Haven: The First Time I ever saw the Place - Tess Franklin

Washday in the 30's - Kaye Bland

Early Presbyterian Worship in Birkenhead & Northcote

Greetings.

I hope that you all enjoyed the trip to Paeroa.
In September Marj Mumme talks about her trip to Egypt earlier this year.
In October we take a trip to the Awhitu Regional Park north of Waiuku. This should be a good day.
In this issue, I have continued tracing the history of the early churches and have also included three stories written by our members. Marj and Tess recall their first visits to the area, and Kaye tells us about Washing Day.
I would remind everyone that we are always looking for early photographs for the Museum collection. These can be scanned for display and be returned to you. Contact Colleen Durham ph 483-4001

Have you paid your sub yet? It's only $5 single and $10 for a family. Contact Glad now.

Don't forget to visit our Museum - open every Sunday 2pm - 4pm.

Coming Events

Saturday 20th September 2pm Zion Hill Church Lounge Cost $2

Marge Mumme on her trip to Egypt

Earlier this year Marge made a trip to Egypt - one of the few "mummies" to come out of Egypt alive. On this afternoon she shares her experience of that tour.

Saturday 11th October- Awhitu Regional Park - $20

Bus leaves Verrans Cnr 9.30am Museum 10am.
A trip through the countryside to the Awhitu Regional Park on the southern side of the Manukau harbour a lovely spot. Bring your own lunch and hot drink. You could bring a rug or a cushion as it will be a picnic day. Book with Glad Ph. 483-7545

The painting at Awhitu Regional Park that helps visitors to the park identify all those hills and other prominent features around the Manukau Harbour. It even has cows in it.
and .... A view from the northern tip of the Awhitu Peninsula of the Heads at Whatipu.

Saturday 22nd November - Christmas Party

Presbyterian Church Hinemoa Street 2pm