Kia ora and welcome to Saturday.

Today we are expecting a fine day with southwesterlies and a high of 17 degrees. It's a three-clothing and one-windproof layer day, so make sure you are dressed warmly if heading outdoors. Overnight the temperature is expected to drop to 5 degrees.

On Sunday September 1, we should have another fine day with light winds, with a high of 16 and overnight low of 7 degrees.

Going into the week, Monday and Tuesday are forecast to be overcast, with rain developing later in the week.

Check out what's on today around the region.

Cool Bananas are having their annual FUNdraising Dinner tonight, at Bethlehem Baptist Church. This year is extra special as they recognise their 25th year of operation with the theme 25 Years of Value - a collection of stories. Come and find out what Cool Bananas have been doing in the community and help champion the work they do across NZ. More here

MC Crystal Chandelier

The Waihi Beach Wearable Art & Arty Bra show is an unforgettable night of fashion, fabulousness and fun. Proceeds go to local charity CanSurf- a surf camp for Canteen. This event is a little bit something special, with a sprinkle of surprises and a large dose of fun. MC'd by the fabulous Crystal Chandelier add some clever arts and a few drinks and nibbles and voila, hilarity ensues! More here

Painted rock by Che Crawford

Dad's Rock Family Fun Day is on today 11am - 2pm at Yatton Park. Come down and join in some fun activities to celebrate how much Dads Rock! There will be some rock painting activities where the kids can come and have a go at painting a rock for Dad or they can hide it and Dad can have a go at trying to find it. Kidz Need Dadz will have some special KND rocks for participants to try and find and win a prize from the treasure hunt and they will have food and drink available to purchase from the barbecue. Check out more information here

Would you like to enjoy a hangi meal today? Te Puna School have a hangi fundraiser today from 4pm – 7pm. The fundraiser is to help support Te Puna Matauranga school visits for the remainder of the year. Click here for more

Come celebrate NZ's coffee culture. The Tauranga Coffee Festival is on from 10am – 4pm at Our Place Tauranga in Willow St. Come see your favourite local and national roasters, reputable tea merchants, retail, live music, gourmet street food, entertainment for the kids and more.

Don't miss an epic day of rugby with three of our teams playing at home - Toa, Ngāwhā and Volcanix! The Volcanix have their first home game of the 2019 Farah Palmer Cup season, with Toa playing their final seeding game before heading off to the 2019 Jock Hobbs National U19 Tournament. Gates open at 12.30pm at Tauranga Domain Stadium. More info here
Bay of Plenty Toa vs Waikato on Field 1 at 1.00pm
Bay of Plenty Ngāwhā vs Auckland on Field 2 at 2.30pm
Volcanix vs Counties Manukau on Field 1 kick off at 2.30pm
There will be food trucks on site, and it is free entry for everyone.

Today is the last game of the season for NRFL. Hosted by Tauranga City AFC at Links Ave, come watch our local teams play Bay Olympic AFC. Reserves are playing at 12.30pm followed by First Team at 3pm. More information here

The Miller Cup Final is being played at Fergusson Park with kick off at 2pm with Bay Relics versus Whakatane Town.

Greerton Marist have their Senior Prizegiving event at the Greerton Marist Rugby Club in Oropi Rd at 5pm today. Come celebrate the amazing 2019 season their senior rugby and netball teams have had. Invite your friends for a dance and supper.

The Bay of Plenty Intermediate Water Polo Winter Fest hosted by Otumoetai Intermediate is on today from 9am – 5pm at Baywave.

Tauranga Airsoft Club are celebrating their 11^th birthday today at the TECT All Terrain Park with a fun filled game day followed by a social barbecue at the TECT Information Centre. Click here for more

You can find the Tauranga Girls' College Art Expo at The Incubator Creative Hub at the Tauranga Historic Village. The exhibition is open today and tomorrow from 9am – 2pm, and continues through the week ahead.

Artworks by Froyle Davies are on display at The Art Lounge

The Art Lounge NZ in Willow St is holding an exhibition of abstract works by Froyle Davies until September 19. More information here

Welcome Bay Markets have their Spring Fling market on today at the Welcome Bay Hall from 10am – 2pm. Free parking, great food, live DJ, gifts, toys, clothes, crafts, coffee and a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Come support local.

The Rusty Mannequin Sale is on again today from 9am – 12noon at Tauranga Historic Village. Come find pre-loved clothing, accessories and shoes. All proceeds go to Turning Point Trust. More information here

Ford enthusiasts can join in on the ‘Pre-Fathers day visit' from 10am -1 pm. Meet in 13^th Ave between Fraser St and Devonport Rd, with morning tea provided by Ultimate Care Oakland rest home.

Bethlehem School PTA are also hosting a Quiz Night, at Bowls Tauranga South in Tutchen St starting at 6.30pm

Oropi Playground are hosting a Quiz Night at the Oropi Memorial Hall this evening starting at 7pm. There will be silent auctions, raffles and supper.

For more of what's happening today see below:

Apollo Steam Train
At The Jam Factory, Historic Village, 17th Ave. Doors open at 6:30pm for 7pm start. Acoustic showcase with special guests The Sweetleaf Trio. Tickets $20 www.theincubator.co.nz

Bay Network Social Singles
Single, over 50? For weekend dinners, barbecues, pot lucks etc. & an annual trip away, Ph Jonathan 572 2091, Maureen 021 112 3307

Coffee n Chat 60+
R u interested in meeting up with a friendly group for a coffee n chat 10am. Marlene 027 342 0698 or [email protected]

Croquet
45 Kawaka St, Mt Maunganui. Mon, Wed, Sat. 9am for 9:15am start. New players & visitors welcome. Ph Jacqui 574 9232

Festival Of Adult Learning
Free Adult Learner Events around the Bay during September. Check the event calendar at www.letslearn.co.nz for more information. Brought to you by Let's Learn!

Free Beginner Dance Lesson
3pm upstairs Citizens Club cnr Cameron Rd & 13th Ave. Ph 027 497 8651

Greerton Hall Market
Last Sat of the month. 8-12. Stalls inside/outside. Discounts for charity groups. Refreshments available. Ph/txt for site. Tricia 07 543 1487 or 027 908 2952, www facebook.com/greertonhallmarket

Here I Am Exhibition
By Froyle Davies. Until 19 Sept at The Art Lounge NZ, 117 Willow St. theartloungenz.com Tue-Sat 11-4. Free Entry

LOL Laughter Wellness
Come & join us & laugh away your winter blues. Arataki Community Ctr, Zambuk Way, Mt Maunganui 11-11:45am. Ph Trish 022 036 6768

Nick Charles
Australia's virtuoso of acoustic roots & blues, encompasses a delightful mix of acoustic roots including blues, folk, country & early ragtime jazz. Supported by local musician Mike Garner. Jam Factory 7 Sept 6:30pm $20

Petanque
Sat & Tues 12:50pm. No equipment needed. Nice low impact sport to enjoy outdooors. Ph Jo Ann 578 3606

Rhythm Foxtrot & Waltz
Ballroom dancing at Mt RSA 10am-12pm. Beginners welcome. Free. Ph 572 4272

Taoist Tai Chi
Celebrating 50 years internationally & 30 years in NZ. New beginner classes. 15 Koromiko St, Judea 8:30-10am. All welcome. Start anytime. Ph 578 6193 or visit www.taoisttaichi.org

Tauranga Farmers Market
7:45-12noon Tauranga Primary School cnr Cameron Rd & 5th Ave. Fresh & artisan products direct from producers. Ph 0274 915 876

Tauranga Fuchsia Group
Meet last Saturday of month 1:30pm Art/Craft Centre Elizabeth St . Workshops on growing fuchsias. New members welcome. Ph Pat 579 1655 or Noeleen 578 4643

The Rusty Mannequin
Women's pre-loved clothing & accessories. at The Historic Village, 17th Ave. 9am-12pm. Cash only. Proceeds to Turning Point Trust

Welcome Bay Market @Hall
10am-2pm at hall. Plentiful free parking, great food & coffee, relaxed family friendly shopping. Support locals while grabbing bargains! Ph 027 334 8301, [email protected], or https://www.facebook.com/WelcomeBayMarket

Wild West Casino Night
TePuke Toy Library's Annual Casino Night Fundraiser. Tickets $25. Best dressed, silent auctions & more. TePuke Citz RSA, 7pm. Ph 027 263 9309 [email protected] or facebook for tickets

Work Life Clarity Workshop
Work towards a healthy work life balance with a small group of women. Led by life/career coach Holly. Limited spaces available! Visit www.hollydennison.com/clarity-workshops