christchurch

Had a interesting and unique cultural experience while in Christchurch. In one of those, friend-of-a friend sort of situations, I met up with a local New Zealand family and went with them to the Christchurch Secondary Schools Pasifika Cultural Festival. It was an evening performance of the Pasifika clubs of the local high schools. Traditional dances and songs from Maori and various island cultures (Samoa, Raratonga etc.) but filtered through the enthusiam of youth. Lots of energy and noise. Thanks to Vern, Tamara and the kids for such an opportunity.