Author: Editor

【Highlights】

Cultural Interactions: Traditional culture, calligraphy, painting, GuBai ceremonies, Hanfu, shadow puppetry, handicrafts, and more

Performing Arts: Musical instrument performances, singing, classical dance, ethnic dance, modern dance, classic recitations, and more

Leisure & Entertainment: Parent-child crafts, family mini-games, VR experiences, face painting, balloon twisting, and more

Mutual Help: Appliance repair, clothing mending, maximizing resources utilization, free Chinese medicine consultations, psychological counseling, and more

Culinary Culture: Tasting of specialty foods, sugar painting, coffee, tea culture, and more

【Event Details】

Date: Saturday, 18 April 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Venue: Mt Eden War Memorial Hall (489 Dominion Road, Mount Eden, Auckland)

Admission: Free

【Contact Information】

Phone: Alex 022 499 5507

WeChat: darenlife618

In this rapidly changing era, people pass each other by without truly connecting. The “Daren Culture” event is precisely such a space—where people from different cultural backgrounds can come together and discover common ground through genuine interaction.

Different languages, customs, and modes of expression intertwine and flow here; East and West, tradition and modernity, naturally collide through repeated exchanges, giving rise to new understanding and warmth.

Here, every conversation and interaction is a re-establishment of connection between people.

On Saturday, 18 April, we invite you to embark on this unique journey. We welcome you to bring your family and friends to join us and share an unforgettable weekend together.

Daren Life Society is an officially registered charity in New Zealand that advocates and practices the “Daren Culture” of “people first.” We are dedicated to spreading the warmth of humanity and ensuring that people receive mutual support throughout their lives.

Over the years, we have organized a variety of community mutual help activities in various neighborhoods, all of which have been widely welcomed. In response to requests from various sectors and to further enrich our lives, the Daren Life Society has already held three “Daren Culture” events in Auckland, allowing more people to participate in and experience the “Daren Culture” that celebrates the beauty of humanity. This year’s event will feature cultural exchanges, various exhibition stalls, artistic performances, parent-child activities, mutual help services, and more, offering all participants a unique multicultural experience.

We are now seeking volunteers, stallholders, and performance groups for the 2026 “Daren Culture” event. Spots are limited, so please apply as soon as possible!

【Date】Saturday 18 April 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

【Location】Mt Eden War Memorial Hall, 489 Dominion Road, Mt Eden, Auckland

【Contact】Alex 0224995507  WeChat: darenlife618

【Volunteers】Duties: On-site setup, stall assistance, crowd control, etc. Volunteer training will be provided. Lunch will be provided on the day of the event, and a volunteer certificate will be issued upon completion.

Requirements: Must be 14 years of age or older; open to all genders; enthusiastic and friendly.

【Exhibitor Stalls】Free 3x2m stalls available; priority given to cultural organizations; stallholder information will be promoted alongside the event.

【Performance Groups】Several Chinese performance groups have already signed up; we welcome applications for a wider variety of cultural content. Lunch will be provided.

Join us! Let’s support one another and move forward together!

The ever-popular Daren Life Society Community Services have set dates for the first half of 2026 and will continue their journey. Services include:

• Appliance Repairing

• Clothing Sewing & Mending

• Hairdressing

• Calligraphy

• Maximizing Resource Utilization

• Chat Zone

Here, everyone can gather to chat about anything and everything, making new friends. Many visitors have found solutions to practical needs, making daily life more convenient. An increasing number of volunteers are joining the Daren Life Society to assist others within their capabilities.

Caring for people and addressing their diverse needs remains the core principle Daren Life Society advocates and practices. We welcome your participation!

Services are free, but spaces are limited. Please book in advance. Note the event location and dates.

Location: Albany Community Hub (Fruit Growers Room)

575A Albany Highway, Albany, Auckland 0632

Dates:

21/03/2026 SAT 3-5pm

09/05/2026 SAT 3-5pm

27/06/2026 SAT 3-5pm

Contact:

Phone: 022 499 5507

WeChat: darenlife618

No experience? No worries! Beginner lessons, fun matches, parent-child doubles… we’ll guide you through the basics while you enjoy a good sweat.

Here, you’ll not only meet peers who share your passion but also team up with family for challenges—turning every rally into a heartwarming bonding moment.

Let’s ignite our passion for sports on the court and create the most vibrant memories together!

Date: 15^th March 2026, Sunday, 3PM-5PM

Location: Synergy Sports Centre,  3/44 Portage Road, New Lynn

Fee: Participants split court rental cost (approx. $8-10/person)

Age: Youth aged 8-17 (parents welcome to join)

Contact for registration: Anna 021 118 7387 / WeChat ID: darenlife618

On February 21, 2026, the Albany Community Centre on Auckland’s North Shore was filled with the festive atmosphere of the Chinese New Year. Daren Life Society and Albany Community Hub once again joined forces to create a New Year’s journey that combined culture, food, and entertainment , bringing a rich and diverse experience to community residents.

At the event, lion dances were lively and energetic, and the stage performances were spectacular. In addition to traditional ethnic dances and martial arts performances, there were also energetic taekwondo demonstrations, dynamic K-pop dances, and unique Sri Lankan dances, all of which won rounds of applause from the audience. Craftsmen made dragon beard candy on site, attracting children to gather around and taste it, their faces beaming with sweet smiles.

During the event, the Daren Life Society set up a calligraphy and cultural Stall. Volunteers demonstrated their skills on-site, writing Spring Festival couplets and the character “福” (Fu, meaning good fortune), sending blessings to passing residents. The booth was bustling with people, all eager to receive this New Year’s gift filled with the fragrance of ink. Many individuals enthusiastically signed up to join the volunteer team, jointly practicing the concept of “mutual help.”

In addition, there were various food stalls and cultural displays on site, allowing people to enjoy delicious food while experiencing the charm of traditional culture. Volunteers moved among the crowds, guiding people and taking photos, warming every corner with their enthusiastic service.

The success of this event wouldn’t have been possible without the collaborative efforts of various community groups and volunteers, showcasing the power of human warmth. Everyone worked together to create a joyous and festive Spring Festival gathering. The event not only enriched daily life in the community but also allowed culture to flourish. We look forward to meeting again next year and creating even more wonderful moments!

Spring Festival of the Year of the Horse, galloping forward. Daren Life Society extends warm wishes for your family’s health and happiness, blessed with warmth throughout the seasons! May the Year of the Horse bring you great fortune and success in all endeavors!

On February 14, 2026, Auckland’s Spring Festival Flower Market grandly opened amidst festive celebrations. From afar, the red tents at the Daren Life Society stall resembled warm and vibrant red lanterns. This year’s stall featured calligraphy, interactive conversations, face painting, and candy floss, infusing the event with a vibrant, human touch.

The calligraphy station drew continuous crowds seeking Spring Festival couplets, making it the day’s most popular attraction. Many visitors not only watched quietly but eagerly tried their hand at brushwork themselves. One visitor, formerly a member of a domestic calligraphy association, spontaneously stepped forward to showcase his own skills after seeing the volunteers’ work. He enthusiastically praised the Daren Life Society for providing a platform to display his talents.

Adjacent to this, the face painting stall proved the most popular spot among children. Little heads gathered around volunteers, flipping through books filled with various designs, each silently choosing their favorite image. Whether dreaming of becoming a flower fairy or Spider-Man, the volunteers skillfully brought their visions to life.

The Mutual Help Registration stall addressed genuine needs across all age groups, concentrating efforts to help people resolve issues promptly. Upon learning that the Daren Life Society offered free mutual help benefiting the Auckland community, some Western friends expressed admiration and signed up to participate. The candy floss stall drew curious gazes as volunteers deftly twisted ordinary sugar strands into umbrella shapes, adding a touch of whimsy.

In the conversation area, subtle moments of connection and warmth blossomed between people. Some quietly flipped through Daren books, while others recognized familiar volunteer faces: “You were here last year too!” “Long time no see!” Long time no see!” Conversations flowed naturally as people exchanged New Year greetings, warmth radiating through every exchange.

By afternoon, Channel 33 New Zealand’s cameras arrived at the stall. Media representatives enthusiastically learned about Daren Life Society’s activities and interacted warmly with volunteers. They later joined the raffle draw, capturing joyful moments of New Year warmth amidst laughter.

With the successful conclusion of the 2026 Spring Flower Market Celebration Day, Daren Life Society will embark on a new journey with renewed vigor in the Year of the Horse, writing a fresh chapter. Stay tuned for more exciting events to come!

Spring returns and everything is renewed; the flower market opens the new year.

Daren Life Society cordially invites you to a warm and abundant Spring Festival gathering—

✍ Spring Festival couplets and calligraphy: Write down your New Year’s wishes

🎨 Playful face painting: Illuminate childhood joy

🍭 Sweet candy floss: Preserve the warmth of the festival

🎁 Lucky gifts: Convey New Year’s blessings

💬 Free-flowing conversation: Share your joy

📋 On-site registration for all Daren Life Society activities

📍 Auckland Showgrounds, 217 Green Lane West, Epsom

(Stall No.: No. 461–463)

🗓 February 14th (Saturday) 9:30am–3pm

Amidst the fragrance of flowers and laughter,

Let us welcome the New Year and embark on a new journey together 🌿

Entering the new year, the Daren Life Society’s EPSOM community service activities have been upgraded. The venue was chosen at Mt Eden War Memorial Hall, 489 Dominion Road, and the January event was successfully held on Saturday the 17th.

That afternoon, a row of “Daren Life Society” banners fluttered in the wind at the entrance of the venue, opposite Porter Park on Dominion Road, welcoming people in. Volunteers at the registration desk greeted and inquired with smiles. Upon entering the venue, a lively atmosphere greeted everyone. Services were offered at every booth, and children ran around holding colorful balloons twisted by volunteers.

With the larger venue, previously scattered activities could be gathered together in one place. Yoga activities were arranged in a separate large room on the second floor, where everyone relaxed and stretched their bodies. Table tennis, unthinkable in smaller spaces, occupied only a corner of the large venue, and the tables were constantly in use for the two-hour event. Melodious singing drifted from the next room, a room specially prepared for karaoke activities. Volunteers were there to assist with song selection and sound tuning, allowing everyone to sing their hearts out and let loose without any pressure.

In the main venue, three display boards stood side by side, introducing the philosophy and background of the Daren Life Society. The full text of the book “The Human World of the People” and a bilingual introduction to the “Daren Basic Law” attracted attention. Various editions of Daren’s works, including “Da Ren” and “The Human World of the People”, were laid out on a table in front of the display boards. Tables and chairs were set up in the middle of the venue for participants to rest, with tea and soft music playing. This was the “Daren Conversations” area, where old and new friends reminisced and chatted in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.

From the entrance, there were, in order, an appliance repair area, a chess and card area, and a calligraphy area. On the other side, there was a hairdressing area and a parent-child activity area. The stage was also busy, but this time there were no artistic performances. To the left was a clothing mending area, and to the right was a “maximizing resource utilization” area. Services and interactions are proceeding smoothly in each area. Here, what binds people together is not monetary or material exchange, but the warm care and mutual help stemming from human nature itself—a true embodiment of Daren’s “people-first” philosophy.

We welcome enthusiastic members of the community to participate in mutual assistance. We also welcome those with resources and talents to register as Daren volunteers. Let us use the Daren life platform to gather positive energy, serve others, and support one another.

February Activity Information:

Location: Mt Eden War Memorial Hall, 489 Dominion Road, Mount Eden, Auckland

Date: 07/02/2026 SAT (Saturday) 3-5pm

Phone: Alex 022 499 5507

WeChat: darenlife618

Note: Haircuts, appliance repairs, and clothing mending require appointments.

18 January 2026

In our busy lives, have we lost sight of the pure joy of community mutual help and interest sharing?

“Daren Life – Mutual Help Activity Hub” is the ideal platform for you! Held monthly and completely free, it perfectly combines community services with a variety of vibrant activities, aiming to create a warm, supportive, and participatory community ecosystem.

🌟 Unmissable Diverse Highlights:

• 🔧 Solve Everyday Troubles: Appliance repair and clothing mending are available to help, along with a free haircut service.
• ♻️ Care for Environment: Participate in activities that make the most of resources, giving idle items a new lease on life and practicing green living together.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Fun: Carefully prepared parent-child activities create high-quality family time.
• 🗣️ In-depth Conversation Area: Participate in Daren Conversations, share life stories, and chat freely.
• 🎨 Interest Clubs: Immerse yourself in the tranquility of calligraphy, compete in chess and table tennis, show your voice at karaoke, or experience a transformation of body and mind through yoga.

Whether you’re seeking help, learning new skills, expanding your hobbies, or looking to meet like-minded friends, “Daren Life: Mutual Help Activity Hub” has you covered! This is a community activity with zero barriers to entry. Follow and join us, start your “Daren Life” today!

We also welcome warm-hearted friends to sign up to become Daren volunteers, help and support each other.

*Appliance repairs, haircut, clothing mending and yoga have limited availability and require advance reservations.

• Location: Mt Eden War Memorial Hall, 489 Dominion Road, Mount Eden, Auckland
• Date & Time:
  07/03/2026 (Saturday) 3-5pm
  18/04/2026 (Saturday) 2-4pm
  16/05/2026 (Saturday) 2-4pm
  13/06/2026 (Saturday) 2-4pm
• Phone: Alex 022 499 5507
• WeChat: darenlife618