New Zealanders of Seattle

The New Zealanders of Seattle is a Social group for New Zealanders, and those interested in New Zealand, living in the Seattle area.  Ken and Rachel Jacobsen started the group in 1979.  We meet three times a year.

In February we celebrate Waitangi Day on the Saturday afternoon closest to February 6^th.  We usually meet in a pub and talk and eat and drink.  For the past two years it has been held at the Kangaroo and Kiwi Bar on Aurora Avenue.  They serve meat pies and other good New Zealand food.

In July we have a Hangi and summer picnic for the entire family.  These have been great successes.  We have managed to get New Zealand lamb and also cook pork and chicken.  Potatoes, sweet potatoes, squash, parsnips, onions and carrots are also cooked.  Everyone brings a salad or dessert to share.  People play cricket, use the raft on the pond or just chat.  There is a lolly scramble for all ages.

Photo by Don Mittet of the 2003 Hangi

In December we have a Christmas Party at a member’s home.  We have a potluck dinner and remember that December should be beach time!

There are also other get togethers if something special is happening.

From these gatherings people meet others with similar interests and lasting friendships develop. It is a very informal group and is purely social.

Dues are $15 a year to cover costs and there is a small charge for the Hangi.

For more information or to join, please send a message to the New Zealanders of Seattle

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