Kohā and Gatherings

KOHĀ – a New Zealand Maori word meaning to enable, aid, contribute, embrace, celebrate, embellish, nurture, acknowledge, be generous.
n. it is life (figuratively). The concept is one of representing a gift, contribution or donation given to show gratitude, respect and/or support for the good of others deeply rooted in relationship and community. It represents a gift of breath/life.

Through Kohā we do not want people to feel pressured about coming, but that rather ‘desire’ to be involved and enjoy being part of The Caim.

Throughout the year, we run a number of Kohā mornings/afternoons and seasonal events for our community here at The Caim. Gathering for kohā we share in the growing of a wide range of vegetables and a range of garden activities. Everyone gets to be involved in tasks that they can manage and enjoy. It’s also important to sit around a table and enjoy some refreshments and get to know one another better. There is never any pressure on anyone.

Together we are taking positive action by growing fresh local produce to put into local larders and make available to the wider community as well as benefit our local environment. Do you want to be part of that? Then come join in a Kohā gathering.

Kohā

March

~~Saturday 14th 9.30am-12~~

April

A few week day options – ~~Monday 20th 1.30-3~~; ~~Wednesday 22nd 10-12,~~ ~~Tuesday 28th 10-12~~

May

~~Saturday 9th May from 9.30-12~~; Monday 25th 10am-12

June

~~Saturday 6th June from 9.30-12~~ Wednesday 17th June 10-12; Tuesday 30th June 10-12

July

Monday 20th July 10-12

August

Saturday 1st August

September

date to be decided

October

date to be decided

November

date to be decided

Over this year we aim to host a number of seasonal Gatherings with a variety of different events for all ages. Below are some proposed Gatherings. Do keep a look out.