Good morning SunLive Readers, and welcome back to another Saturday.

I've said it before, and I'll say it again... The weather is heating up, and with warmer weather it seems, there comes more events!

This weekend is packed full of things to do, so if you were thinking of having a quiet one I say call a raincheck on it because the city is buzzing with activities.

From 9am, the students out at Otumoetai College will be hosting their Bookarama. Other that the fact you're likely to find a great read, it's actually all in the name of a really great cause.

For the past 32 years the biennial book event has helped fundraise for extra facilities for the college.

Stop by to the College at 105 Windsor Road and do your part to nurture our future leaders.

Then, kicking off at 11am is the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival. This is taking place on the Strand all day until 3pm and it's set to be packed full of authentic food, activities and performances.

The best thing about it all is that the event is free, so drop by and check it out.

And more on worthy causes, Mount Maunganui is playing host to an event that touches the hearts of many who have lost.

The annual Hope Walk is on, and if you hadn't already heard about this fantastic event it's hope is doing its bit to raise awareness of suicide.

Anyone who would like to support the cause is invited to come along and join in. The walk will begin at Memorial Park from 1pm, heading to Sulphur Point.

Further down the road from this, a peaceful protest is being planned for one of the most controversial issues facing New Zealand at the moment, 1080.

The event has been planned as part of Operation 1080, which is a series of protests that have been held at towns throughout the nation to stand up against the use of 1080 as a means of predator control within New Zealand forests.

Organisers of the event insist the day is not about being radical, rather, sending a calm, collected and peaceful message about why they insist the method is not acceptable.

It's kicking off from 2pm at Mount Drury, so show your support by being there.

And in case this long list of events and activities still doesn't peak your interest... You can check out our listings below, have a great weekend!

16th Avenue Theatre
39 Steps. Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece, a juicy spy novel, a dash of Monty Python - result comedic chaos! Don't miss! Running until 22 Sept. www.16avetheatre.co.nz for info

Another awesome ZEE Market
Today at 169 Elizabeth Street, loads of unique stalls. Come along have a browse & a bite to eat anytime from 10am-2pm

Art Exhibition
Tauranga Girls' College ArtsFest showcasing students work. Running until 18th Sept in the People's Gallery at the Historic Village.

Art In The Park
Art for Sale. Weather permitting. 9am-5pm. Coronation Park. Mt Maunganui. Tauranga Society of Artists

Bay Network Social Club
50 Plus. Great people & awesome outings. Must have a sense of humor. Ph Jonathan 572 2091 or Maureen 021 112 3307

Beth-El Messianic Family
Celebrate Family Life with believers who meet & worship as Yeshua (Jesus) & all the early believers did. Shalom.10am Otumoetai Primary. www.BethEl.org.nz. Joel 021 768 043

Casino Royale Annual Fundraiser
At RSA Citz Club Te Puke. Tickets $25 includes play money & drink. Spot Prizes, Best Dressed, Silent Auctions. Buy Tickets online or instore 7 Stock Rd. Diana 022 417 0270

Genealogy Informal Group
Discussions regarding ancestor hunting. Visitors welcome. 1:30pm 849 State Highway 29, Tauriko. $2 for cuppa. Cathy a/h 541 3335

Jigsaw Puzzle Library
St Stephens invites you to join their library. Open 10-12 at Highmore Pl. Over 150 puzzles to choose from. Children's to 1000 pieces.

LOL Laughter Wellness
Release your D.O.S.E. (Dopamine, Oxytocin, Seratonin, Endorphins) of joy from your inner pharmacy. Arataki Community Centre, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui, 11-11:45am. Koha. Ph Trish 022 036 6768 Email lollaughterwellness@gmail.com

Menz Shed Te Puke
86B No.3 Rd Te Puke. Come & join us at our shed Mon, Wed, Fri at 9am. Ph 573 8655 or 573 5971

Mount Maunganui Toy Library
Rent toys, keep your kids entertained. Find us on Facebook. 22 MacDonald St, Wed 9:30-12, Fri 11:30-2, Sat 9:30-12

Mount Music Club
2nd Sat in month. Mostly country. Good backing band. Mount Old Folks Hall, Midway, Mount

Mount Scottish Society Dance
Come to our Spring Dance tonight 7:30pm at Arataki Community Centre. Sheldons Dance Band. Lovely supper. Entry $7. Mount Maunganui Scottish Society 576 0578

Narcotics Anonymous
Open meeting every Saturday 7:30-8:30pm, Hanmer Clinic (behind Super Liquor), 1235 Cameron Rd, Greerton. For more info, call 0800 NA TODAY

Sunshine Sequence Dance Group
Come & enjoy tea/dance. Sat Sept 29. Baptist Church hall, 13th Ave. 5-9pm. $5pp. BYO food, plates, cutlery, non alcoholic drinks. Jan 544 4379

TaiChi in the Park
Memorial Park 11th Ave next to Mini Golf. No charge. 10am

Taoist Tai Chi -Tauranga
Beginners Class 8:30-10am at 15 Koromiko St, Judea. All welcome to join in at any time. Memberships from $19 monthly. Great for stress, balance, flexibility. Ph 578 6193

Tauranga Fuchsia Group
Meets last Saturday of month 1:30pm Tauranga Art Craft Centre Elizabeth St West. Fuchsia Growing Workshops Social time. Ph Pat 579 1655 Noeleen 578 4643

Tauranga Senior Citizens Club
CARDS 500 Mon & Thurs. INDOOR BOWLS Tues, Wed & Sat. 14 Norris St (behind PaknSave) 12:45pm for 1pm start. Entry $2 includes afternoon tea. New members welcome.

The Sociables
30s-50s age group of males & females that meet up to dine out or participate in different events & activities. Ph 022 012 0376