Sound Events
On the last Wednesday of each month (April-November),
Cafe Nautique brings a local speaker into an actual cafe to tell their story.
The event is FREE but we do encourage you to buy something to eat and drink in support of our generous hosts.
Our guest speaks for 15-20 minutes without props, visuals or handouts. This makes the evening more of a conversation than a presentation or a lecture.
We then take a break to top up glasses and refill plates.
Then it's back for questions, where the story might expand or head off in a whole new direction.
At the end of the event, we will all have learnt something more about where we live and the people with whom we share this part of the world.
Brian Dwyer
Wednesday
29 July 2026
6.00pm
Seabreeze Cafe
London Quay, Picton
Upcoming Speakers at Cafe Nautique
6.00pm on the last Wednesday of each month (April-November) at
Seabreeze Cafe, London Quay, Picton
Kitchen stays open until 8pm - Bar stays open until later
29 July 2026 - Brian Dwyer
Retired Environment Court Judge, Brian Dwyer ruled on disputes over garages and roosters, logging and marine farms, through to chairing the Board of Inquiry for Transmission Gully.
Brian was in the 1973 Marlborough Rugby Team which historically lifted the Ranfurly Shield from Canterbury. Plenty of stories in there.
Who do you know?
We're always on the hunt for our next speaker. If you know someone who can tell a great story, please make contact with us.
Cafe Nautique is free to attend, but it costs money to run the event. Cafe Nautique is grateful for the financial support provided by the Marlborough District Council Community Events Fund.
