Arts
Grey Lynn! Even its name whispers of an understated cool, and you're absolutely right – it pulses with creative energy.
Musicians, filmmakers, fashionistas, chefs, writers, artisan foodies, painters, potters, and glassmakers – a vibrant spectrum of artistic souls live here.
For years, we fostered this spirit with Green Screen, a monthly gathering at the Grey Lynn Community Centre. Grey Lynn Creates was a celebration of the artists who live here.
Books
Fund Raisers
Green Screen
Music
Community Arts
Singing, music, choirs, performances, photography, sculpture, cooking, exhibitions..... the list is long!
Mike Howie and Freida Margolis
Mike Howie is the owner of Freida Margolis, a laid-back neighborhood bar located at 440 Richmond Road in Grey Lynn, Auckland. He established the bar in 2012 in a former butcher shop called “West Lynn Organic Meats,” the sign of which still hangs outside. Freida Margolis is known for its eclectic and unpretentious atmosphere, offering…
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Kate Millington – Mosaic Artist – Grey Lynn Community Centre
The Ever wondered who brought the vibrant mosaic to life at the front of the Grey Lynn Community Centre? The artist behind this welcoming landmark is Kate Millington, an Australian-born mosaic artist who has called Grey Lynn, Auckland, New Zealand home for many years. Her artistic journey includes studies at the Sydney College of the…
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Tania Mace – The Near West
Tania Mace loves Grey Lynn! She has lived in Grey Lynn for more than three decades. Tania is the perfect author for the history of our area. Her book, The Near West: A History of Grey Lynn,Arch Hill and Westmere, published by Massey University Press in 2024. Tania also wrote a history of St James…
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Grey Lynn Community Choir
History In 2011 we started our Grey Lynn community choir. We ran for quite a few years and then sadly Philip moved back to Australia. The choir changed its name and location and in 2025 it is now the People’s Choir . 2025 – We hope to be going again by mid 2025 at the…
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Art Week 2019 Upcycling
Grey Lynn 2030 was proud to help organise a number of Trash to Trade events in Auckland from 17-20 October as part of Artweek Auckland, alongside a community of upcycling artisans and local businesses. The week began with the opening night soiree and Zero Waste Upcycled Fine Art Mini Expo at Wise Boys in Grey…
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Green Screen Presents: TOMORROW (Part 1)
7pm-9pm Wednesday 14th November at the Grey Lynn RSC, 1 Francis St. Entry: by donation Screening of TOMORROW (Part 1) We are proud to present a screening of TOMORROW (Part 1) “Start small to grow big, and write a new story for the generations to come.” We invite you to come to our next Green Screen…
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Green Screen Presents: A Plastic Ocean
7pm-9pm Wednesday 26th September at the Grey Lynn RSC, 1 Francis St. Entry: by donation Screening of A Plastic Ocean We are proud to present a screening of A Plastic Ocean followed by a Speaker Q&A with Emily Frost. The Film: A Plastic Ocean documents the newest science, proving how plastics, once they enter the oceans,…
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Pt Chev Games Night
Hello friends of Board games The Point Chev TT group had a great successful board games night so are having another one, please see the invite flyer below for details and fwd to your friends and family. We have Raine, the Game Dame with us and she will bring many new and interesting games again – and you might want…
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To: The Castle – A Group Art Show in Grey Lynn
Saturday 4 October: 2 – 8pm (with refreshments after 5pm) Sunday 5 October 10-4pm Venue: 3 Castle Street, Grey Lynn
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