Prom Country Spring Events 2009
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3 October—4 October
LOCH VILLAGE ANTIQUE FAIR
Time: 10am—4pm
Venue: Loch Village
Contact: Grahame Hastie, 0412 459 260
3 October—4 October
MUSIC FOR MEENIYAN CARNIVALE
Tex Perkins on Saturday the 3rd October at Meeniyan Hall and then on Sunday the 4th October
American artist Justin Townes Earle, son of legendary singer song – writer Steve Earle.
Venue: Meeniyan Town Hall, Main St, Meeniyan
Contact: Suzanne Henderson, (03) 5664 9239
Website: http://www.lyrebirdartscouncil.com.au
4 October
LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY—WOOD FIRED PIZZA’S
Local guitarist Peter has been adding to his repertoire of easy listening old favourites, Leongatha
Painters Group are hanging their recently painted watercolours of local flowers and landscapes, and
Zak Chalmers of Valley Plains Pottery has been firing his handmade pots ready to use at your table.
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au
9 October—11 October
33RD ANNUAL ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW
Rotary Club of Leongatha presents the 33RD ANNUAL ART & PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW
Competition and sales. Official opening – Friday 9th October 2009 at 8pm.
David or John Beck 03 5664 1241 or Paul Beck (03) 5662 5255
Venue: Leongatha Memorial Hall, Cnr. Michael Place & McCartin’s St
Contact: David or John Beck 03 5664 1241 or Paul Beck (03) 5662 5255
10 October
OPERA AT THE VINES—AROUND THE WORLD IN SONG
2 course dinner & show.
Time: Arrival 6pm. Show starts 6.45pm.
Complimentary glass of sparkling & canapes.
Bookings contact: 03 5658 1163
Venue: Djinta Djinta Winery, 10 Stevens Rd, Kardella South
Contact: Djinta Djinta Winery, 03 5658 1163
10 October
COAL CREEK LITERARY FESTIVAL
An action packed day, with workshops held between 12 noon and 5pm, culminating in a
closing gala night. The closing evening will include drinks and nibbles at the village’s Cafe and a one
act play performance by members of Leongatha Lyric Theatre.
DO HAVE ANY OLD BOOKS?
We would love to have them for our big book stall at the COAL CREEK LITERARY FESTIVAL.
All categories welcome. Books can be left at Coal Creek reception between 9am – 5pm.
Donations will be accepted until Thu 8th October. Profits from book sales will help support Coal
Creek Community Park, its environs & the museum collection.
Contact: Shirlee McPherson 0439079803 or email: shirleem@southgippsland.vic.gov.au
Venue: Coal Creek Heritage Village, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
11 October
9TH ANNUAL HYMNFEST
‘Songs from the heart’. Come and be a part of what has become a very successful afternoon of song,
join in the singing, listen to our guest artists. Money raised is donated back into our local community.
Afternoon tea is supplied on the close of Hymnfest.
Time: 1.30pm—4.00pm
Venue: Loch Village Public Hall, Smith Street, Loch Village
Contact: Bev Button, 03 5658-1406. Email: hymnfest@aapt.net.au
23 October—24 October
WELSHPOOL DOG TRIALS
Watch working dogs round up sheep, cattle & ducks in a fun and friendly atmosphere. Lots of
activities with camping also available.
Venue: Beloka Kelpie Stud, South Gippsland Hwy, Welshpool
31 October
LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY—WOOD FIRED PIZZA’S
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: www.lyrebirdhill.com.au
31 October
NEXT CONCERTIATO—PARKVILLE ENSEMBLE
31 October 2009 Season Opening Concert with the Parkville Ensemble 8PM. Alexander Borodin
“Quartet No. 2″ / Interval / Arvo Pärt “Summa” / Astor Piazzolla “Tango Ballet” / Javier Alvarez “Metro
Chabacano”. The musicians: Violins: Rachael Hunt, Rachel Gamer, Viola: Jason Bunn, Cello:
Philippa Gardner.
Venue: The Celia Rosser Gallery and Banksia Café, Promontory Road, Fish Creek
Time: Arrive at 7pm for an 8pm start
Cost: $55 per person.
Enquiries: to Andrew Rosser andrew@celiarossergallery.com.au
31 October
HALLOWEEN AT COAL CREEK
prizes for the best dressed characters, free activities including a Haunted House, a Monster Bash Disco, roving performers and
Apple Bobbing and a bonfire finale beginning at 8pm.
Time: 5.30pm to 10pm
Contact: Coal Creek Village, 03 5655 1811
Venue: Coal Creek Heritage Village, South Gippsland Hwy, Korumburra
Website: http://www.coalcreekvillage.com.au
1 November
LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY—WOOD FIRED PIZZA’S
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: http://www.lyrebirdhill.com.au
3 November
LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY—WOOD FIRED PIZZA’S
Venue: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 370 Inverloch Rd, Koonwarra
Contact: Lyre Bird Hill Winery, 03 5664 3204. Email: rowen@lyrebirdhill.com.au
Website: www.lyrebirdhill.com.au
13 November—14 November
LEONGATHA ROSE SPECTACULAR
Rose show featuring old fashioned roses, plant and cake stalls, talks and demonstrations, refreshments
available from Red Cross, large open garden.
Times: Friday 12noon to 5pm, Saturday 9am to 4.30pm
Cost: Entry: $3
Venue: Leongatha Memorial Hall, Cnr. Michael Place & McCartin’s St
Contact: Joan Michael, 03 5662 3548
20 November—22 November
MEENIYAN CARNIVALE
A WEEKEND OF EVENTS TO CELEBRATE LYREBIRD ARTS COUNCILS 10TH
ANNIVERSARY.
The Audrey’s, Tim Rogers, Chris Wilson and more. The Meeniyan Hotel will have free live music over the
weekend, there will be a street party on the Saturday with free live music, art, wine, food and craft
stalls and exhibitions, free kids entertainment, art workshops, vintage cars and a whole lot
more……….
Venue: Meeniyan Township
Contact: Lyrebird Arts Council, (03) 5664 9239
Website: http://www.lyrebirdsartcouncil.com.au
PROMONTORY HOME/PRODUCE MARKET PROM COUNTRY FARMERS MARKET
Venue: Foster Showgrounds, Foster Venue: Foster WMAC hall, Main St, Foster
Time: 8am Start Time: 8am—12noon
Contact: Max Parnell, 03 5682 2654 Contact: Market Manager 03 5682 1345
2009/10: Nov 1st, Dec 6th/27th, Jan 24th, Mar 7th, 2009/10: 3rd Saturday of each month.
Apr 4th
TARWIN LOWER MARKET JUMBUNNA BUSH MARKET
Venue: Tarwin Lower Memorial Hall, Tarwin Lower Venue: The Main Hall, Jumbunna
Time: 8:30am start Time: 8:30am start
Contact: Carol Dwyer 5663 7657 Contact: Dawn Wylie 03 5657 3253
2009/10: Monday of a Public Holiday 2009/10: 1st Sunday of each month.
MIRBOO NORTH MARKET KONGWAK MARKET
Venue: Baromi Park, Mirboo North Venue: Korumburra—Wonthaggi Rd, Kongwak
Time: 8:30am start Time: 10am start
Contact: Maxine, 03 5668 2465 Contact: Jane 0417 142 478
2009/10: Last Saturday of every month. 2009/10: Every Sunday
STH GIPPSLAND FARMERS MARKET TOORA MARKET
Venue: Koonwarra Memorial Park, Koonwarra Venue: Former Bonlac Store, Jetty Rd, Toora
Time: 8.30am start Time: 8am start
Contact: Juliet Klauer 03 5659 8208 Contact: Joyce 03 5688 1237
2009/10: 1st Saturday of each month. 2009/10: 2nd Saturday of each month.
LOCH VILLAGE MARKET LOCH PUBLIC HALL WINTER MARKET
Venue: Railway Siding, Loch Venue: Loch Public Hall, Smith St, Loch
Time: 8:30am start Time: 9am—1pm
Contact: Ron Payne 03 5659 0212 Contact: Jennie Kennedy, 03 5659 4305
2009/10: 2nd Sunday of each month Oct—Apr 2009/10: 2nd Sunday of each month May—Sep
INVERLOCH FARMERS MARKET
Venue: The Glade, Inverloch
Time: 8am to 1pm
Contact: Peter Arnold, 03 5664 0096
2009/10: 3rd Sunday of each month
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