Prom Country Events October 2009
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Prom Country Events October 2009
13 September—10 October
ROBERT MCLAREN—’MARBLED PAPERS’
Robert McLaren – ‘Marbled Papers’ – September 13 to October 10
Opening Sunday September 13 at 2pm.
Gallery Hours: Thursday/Friday/Saturday, Sunday/Monday: 10am—5pm
Venue: Gecko Studio Gallery, 15 Falls Rd, Fish Creek
Contact: Gecko Studio Gallery, Telephone: 03 5683 2481
Website: http://www.geckostudiogallery.com.au
24 September—13 October
‘BRUSH STROKES’ EXHIBITION
Exhibition continues until Tuesday October 13.
Gallery Hours: open daily from 10am to 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Main St, Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au
25 September—6 November
‘ON THE EDGE OF A METAPHOR’
An exhibition of works by John Mutsaers.
Exhibition from September 25 to November 6, 2009
Opening Sunday, September 27 from 2–4pm
Gallery hours: Weekdays, 10-4pm (closed Tuesday). Weekends, 11-5pm
Venue: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 84 Whitelaw St, Meeniyan
Contact: Meeniyan Art Gallery, 03 5664 0101
Website: http://www.meeniyanartgallery.com.au
27 September—17 October
Ride the Wild Goat Gallery
PRE—EXISTING CONDITION
Sue Gilford.
All welcome to opening drinks on Sunday 27 September at 2.00pm.
Gallery open: Friday to Monday 10.30am – 4.30pm.
Venue: Ride the Wild Goat, 5 Falls Road, Fish Creek
Contact: Andrew McPherson, 5683 2661 or Anne Roussac-Hoyne, 5687 1370.
2 October—17 October
INTO THE WOODS—A BROADWAY MUSICAL BY STEPHEN SONDHEIM
Where: Foster War Memorial Arts Centre, Main Street, Foster
When: 8 pm: October 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 2pm: October 4 & 11
Tickets: Main Street Revelations, Foster
Contact: 0400 867 872
Website: www.famda.org.au
3 October—4 October
LOCH VILLAGE ANTIQUE FAIR
Time: 10am—4pm
Venue: Loch Village
Contact: Grahame Hastie, 0412 459 260
9 October—11 October
33RD ANNUAL ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW
Open to public:
Friday 1pm – 5pm (viewing only), Friday opening night: 8pm, Saturday 10am – 7.30pm, Sunday
10am – 3pm
Venue: Leongatha Memorial Hall, Cnr. Michael Place & McCartin’s St
Contact: David John 03 5664 1241 or Paul Beck (03) 5662 5255
9 October—11 October
HAPPY DAYS FESTIVAL
All proceeds going to charities.
A family fun filled weekend of Dance, Music, Food, Drinks, Markets, Hot Rods, Trivia Night, Dance
Workshops and Competitions.
Live Bands: ‘All Stars’, ‘Itchy Fingers’ and ‘Bak to Bak’
Venue: Yarram Town Centre (Mel Ref; 628 E9)
Contact: Carol, 03 5182 6995
Website: http://www.yarramlions.org
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
Cafe and a one act play performance by members of Leongatha Lyric Theatre. Plus lots more
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
10 October
MEENIYAN TOWN TAVERN NIGHT
This will mark the 25 years (Silver Anniversary) of this entertainment institution.
Some sterling performers have agreed to take part including, from the 2nd night, Sue Lester and
Steve Horton and Ian Duviosin’s new group and Meeniyan’s very own “Silver Belles” previously
known as “The 60′s Chicks” plus more. With all of this and local Avril as MC – you have all the hallmarks of a very memorable night.
Time: 8pm start – please be seated early.
Cost: $6 – BYO drinks, nibbles and glasses. Free tea and coffee.
Venue: Meeniyan Town Hall, Main St, Meeniyan
Bookings essential: Eric Mould on 03 5664 7376 or jazzbo@dcsi.net.au
11 October
LOCH MARKET TRAIN
The South Gippsland Tourist Railway is running a special train to the Loch Market.
Loch Market Days:
The Loch Market operates on the second Sunday of each month (during summer months):
October 11 2009, November 8 2009, December 13 2009
Market Train: The special Loch Market Train departs Korumburra at 9.00 am and arrives Loch at
09.26am. The first train which you can return on is the normal service departing Loch at 12.06 pm.
The special ticket price for the Loch Market Train is $10 per adult return and $5 per child return.
These prices are only available on the special Loch Market Train and include the return trip on the
normal service. To be eligible for the Special Ticket price and be able to travel on the special Loch
Market Train you must be a resident of the South Gippsland Shire and produce personal ID with your
current address on it.
Venue: South Gippsland Tourist Railway, Korumburra Station
Contact: Korumburra Station 03 5658 1111. Email: info@sgr.org,au
Website: http://www.sgr.org.au
11 October
9TH ANNUAL 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
11 October
AUSTRALIAN OPEN GARDENS
GELBEADO PARK—Yarram area:
Long rectangular garden beds set in lawn follow the natural contours of the land and are filled with
fruiting trees, roses and colourful spring bulbs. dotted around the garden you will find various sculptures, statues, and water features and a large paiting in the gazebo.
Entry $6 – All proceeds to Gippsland bushfire victims.
Light refreshments available.
Venue: “Gelbeado Park” 220 Spring Creek Rd, Won Wron (Melways X928:E8. Vic Roads 98 D9)
THE DALE—Yarram area:
A traditional rotunda framed by willows and large birds nest ferns in the ferny with a stream running
under a small footbridge into a pond. Over the bridge there is courtyard inspired by Monet’s garden in
France.
Entry $6 – All proceeds to Gippsland bushfire victims
Light refreshments available
Venue: “The Dale” 74 Gelliondale Rd, Gelliondale (Melway X928:D9. Vic Roads 104 B3)
15 October—27 October
‘THE UNIVERSE PROVIDES’ EXHIBITION
FURNITURE AND OBJECTS FROM FOUND MATERIALS
By Andrew McPherson, Grant Flather and Anne Roussac-Hoyne
Opening drinks: Saturday 17th October at 7.30pm.
Gallery Hours: open daily, 10am – 4pm
Venue: Stockyard Gallery, Main St, Foster
Contact: Stockyard Gallery, 03 5682 1125
Website: http://www.stockyardgallery.org.au
17 October—18 October
NATIVE FLOWER SHOW
Australian Plant Society – South Gippsland Group
Native Flower Show and Plant Sale.
Art Exhibition and Book Sale
Time: 10am – 4pm each day
Venue: Leongatha Recreation Reserve – Exhibition shed, Strzelecki Hwy (Roughead St)
Adult Entry: $3
Enquiries ph: 5664 2221
24 October—25 October
WELSHPOOL DOG TRIALS
Lots of activities with camping also available.
Venue: Beloka Kelpie Stud, South Gippsland Hwy, Welshpool
Website: http://wkgdog.customer.netspace.net.au/
25 October
75TH ANNUAL POOWONG EAST CRAFT & FLOWER SHOW
Cake and Plant Stall.
Everybody is welcome.
Time: 11.30am – 4pm
Admission: Adults $3, Children under 12 Free, Luncheon $6, Afternoon Tea $4
Venue: Poowong East Hall, Dudley Lane (just off Main South Rd), Poowong East
Contact: Carol Olsen, 0439361815. Email: pmcainc@dcsi.net.au
25 October
MIRBOO NORTH KINDERGARDEN—OPEN GARDENS
Tickets will be available on the day from the Mirboo North Kindergarten.
Cost: $10 per adult and children admitted free. This includes entry to all six gardens, morning or
afternoon tea and an entry into our Lucky Door Prize giveaway.
Venue: open gardens at Mirboo North
Contact: Jodie Pincini, 03 5668 2120
30 October—31 October
WELSHPOOL FLOWER SHOW
“Wedding” is the “Theme” this year.
Venue: Welshpool Memorial Hall, South Gippsland Hwy, Welshpool
Website: http://www.welshpool.vic.au
30 October
‘FREEWAY’ AT THE GILDED LILY
Join us for an informal celebration to open our new function room. Finger food and live music by
‘Freeway’ (great 70′s – 90′s covers).
Only $20pp, 8pm until late
Bookings required
Venue: The Gilded Lily Restaurant and Bar, 35 Victoria Road, Loch
Contact: Kerri Reid, 03 5659 4488
Website: http://www.gildedlily.com.au
30 October—3 November
37TH ANNUAL ART & CRAFT EXHIBITION
Friday 30 October – Official opening and Awards Night
Saturday 31 October – Community Market – A bigger market is planned this year with stalls, artists
workshops, music and fun for all. Jazz Night, bookings essential, Call Eric Mould on 5664 7376 or jazzbo@dcsi.net.au.
Sunday 1 November – Garden Walks, Devonshire Tea at the Hall
Monday 2 November – Exhibition continues
Tuesday 3 November – Mad Hatters Breakfast – Exhibition closes at 4 pm.
Note to artists wishing to exhibit: Download entry forms at www.meeniyan.org.au or contact Tarnya Wilson.
Venue: Meeniyan Hall, Main St
Contact: 03 5664 7473. Email: tarnyawilson@bigpond.com
Website: http://www.meeniyan.org.au.
31 October
LYRE BIRD HILL WINERY—WOOD FIRED PIZZA’S
Tantalise the senses at Lyre Bird Hill Winery as the weather warms up. The wood fired pizza oven
will have the fires burning to cook freshly made pizzas by Sam and Rose from Paradise Pizza in
Leongatha.
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
31 October
NEXT CONCIARTO—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
A celebration of Halloween on Saturday October 31st from 5.30pm to 10pm will see the whole Park decorated for the occasion. Plus lots of surprises
Scarecrow Competition. There is $300 in prizes to be won.
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
31 October—3 November
SURF’S UP FOR ART
Art & Craft Exhibition.
Saturday to Monday 11am to 6pm, Tuesday 11am to 2pm
Entry by gold coin donations.
Official opening 31st October at 2pm
Venue: Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club, Beach 1, Venus Bay
31 October—3 November
SOUTH GIPPSLAND WINES SUMMER STARTERS WEEKEND
Southern Gippsland Wines 5th annual Summer Starters weekend. Summer Starters is held each
year on the Melbourne Cup Weekend. It involves each participating winery to stage events and attractions at their cellar doors/vineyards. These attractions include, live music, food, arts and crafts.
In 2009 the participating wineries and their major events are:
·Basia Mille Vineyard and Olive Grove: feature smooth swing music from Dr. Pentatonic and Friends
on Sunday from 12-4pm
·Bass Valley Estate: ‘Vinyls in the Valley’ feature fine food and your own vinyl music on each day.
·Clair de Lune: Malaysian lunch accompanied by the smooth acoustic sounds on ‘One Tree Hill’,
Saturday 12-3.30pm
·Djinta Djinta Winery and deVine Restaurant: fine food and live music Saturday & Sunday 12-4pm
·Lyre Bird Hill Winery: ARTZ, PIZZA and PIZZAZZ, food and live music Saturday & Sunday 12-4pm
·Purple Hen Winery: live music and food Saturday 1-5pm
·Ramsay’s Vin Rose Winery: ‘JAZZ IN THE ROSES’ fine food, wine and live music featuring Frank
Garner’s New Orleans Jazz Gents, Sunday 1-5pm
·The Gurdies Winery: check www.the gurdieswinery.com.au for details of music and food events
·Waratah Hills Winery: Derby Day at Waratah Hills Saturday 31 October, live music and food
·Windy Ridge Winery: special tasting of selected Windy Ridge wines over the last 15 years
Full details can be obtained from www.southergippslandwine.com.au or from brochures available
from participating wineries and all information centres in the Bass Coast and South Gippsland local government areas.
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