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April - 9th 2008
Hello and Welcome to another AMNC Bulletin the first for 2008
NEXT BULLETIN - 23rd April
Over 25 New Listings in this Bulletin
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CALLING ALL
ARTISTS OF ALL ART FORMS
Would you like to have a profile on the Arts Mid North Coast Website? Arts Mid North Coast is constantly adding to the Artist features on the Arts Mid North Coast Website and we are seeking more of you out there to submit an expression of interest form available from http://www.artsmidnorthcoast.org/featured.php |
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Camden Haven Music Festival - 25 April –
4 May Laurieton - Kendall & Port Macquarie Over two big weeks, Camden Haven will come alive celebrating its award winning 13th annual music festival. Classical favourites including works by Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Schubert, Bach and Mendolssohn will be played by some of Australia's best classical musicians. The Australia Ensemble and the Grainger String Quartet will perform, as well as viola soloist Patricia Pollett. The second part of the festival encompasses world music, folk music, jazz and comedy. Events will include salsa dance classes and a salsa party, Mara vocal workshops and performances, The Carpenters from Kempsey and much more. See stringed instruments in the making by visiting the studio of violin and classical guitar makers Graham Caldersmith and Angela Macpherson. Full program and ticket details online. Website www.camdenhavenmusicfestival.org.au
Mid North Coast Creative Industry Research Project
- Closing date for submissions is 5pm Friday the 2nd May 2008 Arts Mid North Coast is currently seeking submissions from suitably qualified/experienced research practitioners to undertake a research project in the Creative Industries Sector. Terms of Reference and/or further information can be obtained by contacting Arts Mid North Coast on 0266589400 or via email: arts@midcoast.com.au |
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A BRUSH WITH VERSE
ART PRIZE , April 3 –May 4 - Tenterfield. Entries due March 17
- for Art inspired by Poetry. Art Judge Simon
Mee USQ$2000 for Acquisition ($1000 minimum .purchase) Plus $2000 in other cash prizes – includes $400 for best original poems judged by Dangerously Poetic (Northern Rivers) Full details at www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au or PH. (02) 6736 1305
Inaugural Lower North Coast Photographic Art Prize - Monday, 7 January
2008 to Wednesday, 30 April 2008 - Entries close late AprilOpen to photographers from Bulahdelah to Port Macquarie. $6500 in prize money. Entries now open. Photographers may enter up to four prints - any subject. Entries close late April with selected prints to be exhibited from June 6 - 15 - during the month long Manning Valley Festival of the Arts. The winners will be announced at the official opening of the exhibition and festival on June 6 at the Manning Regional Art Gallery. Judges are Jim Frazier and Sue Mitchell. Entry forms available from the Manning Regional Art Gallery, Macquarie St Taree. CONTACT NAME: Ian Cran 6559 2669 or PHONE: Dennis Lawrence 6551 8882
SHORT SHARP FILM FESTIVAL 2008 -
The Mid North Coast's own short film festival competition is happening
on the 26th July 2008 at Southern Cross University, CHEC, Coffs
Harbour. So start making those films!!!!SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 5pm, 13 June 2008, for all entries CATEGORIES OF ENTRY: Primary School, Secondary School, Open Section Film Length - Primary School Up to 5 minutes, Secondary School Up to 7 minutes, Open Section Up to 8 minutes (for awards in Best Coffs Coast film, Best Mid North Coast film, Best Open film in all categories) SIGNATURE ITEM: Dart Board - Your film must contain the signature item ( visual or verbal) SCREENING DATE: Saturday 26 July 2008 – for finalists in all categories Coffs Harbour Education Campus – D Theatre, 363 Hogbin Drive, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450 AUSTRALIA Visit www.shortsharpfilmfest.com for all the updates on information sessions,courses and events!!!! Sponsored by Coffs Harbour City Council and Southern Cross University
INSCRIPTION AWARDS - Deadline for submissions
- October 31 2008 -
With a total prize value of $200,000 - including a trip to Los Angeles
and the chance to work with a stellar cast of leading international
script developers, writers and actors - the third biennial INSCRIPTION
AWARDS are the biggest yet. The competition continues to grow, with
bigger cash prizes and more awards on offer this year. The seven prize
categories include Film, Television, Theatre, Regional, Grey Matter,
Youth and Indigenous. The winner of each award category will receive
a prize package worth $25,000, including $5,000 cash, $15,000 worth
of intensive script development with leading international talent,
and $5000 in production support.Please visit www.inscription.com.au to download an application form or email marcus@inscription.com.au or phone Marcus West on (02) 9386 5993
Musica Viva CountryWide | Residencies - OngoingThe Musica Viva CountryWide program undertakes a limited number of residencies each year. Residencies can be tailored around the specific musical interests of individual communities, and usually culminate in a public concert involving the community musicians and ensemble in-residence. If such a residency would assist in building the musical skills of your community, or would build interest in ensemble music in your area, you are encouraged to contact Musica Viva to discuss the opportunity. Contact David Hoffman, CountryWide Manager Tel 02 8394 6666 Email: dhoffman@mva.org.au Website www.musicaviva.com.au
Coastal Flow - a selected exhibition of recent art work by local artists
at the Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery Gladstone.Closing date
Thursday 24th AprilThe Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery invites artists, craft artists, writers and musicians to submit work for inclusion in an exhibition titled "Coastal Flow" at the Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery opening Thursday 5th June, closing Sunday 29th June 2008. Concept - The exhibition, "Coastal Flow" will be a selected exhibition of 2D, 3D artworks, audio, craft art, short stories and poetry that will showcase the professional artists of the shire / region. Further Information and Application Forms can be obtained from Barbara Huntington Kempsey Shire Council P.O. Box 78 West Kempsey 2440 Phone enquiries 65663226 POSTCARD
SHOW a new initiative by the FOCUS committee.The POSTCARD SHOW is an exhibition to be held at the Coffs Harbour Regional Gallery opening April 4 until May 10. Artists are invited to submit small works for exhibition. The works will be for sale. There will also be a Frst Prize of $200 awarded along with a Peoples Choice Award of $100 and a FOCUS Members Prize of $100. As an added incentive the gallery director Dr. Leigh Somers will also select a work from the exhibition to be published as a postcard for the Regional Gallery. Entry forms are available at the Regional Gallery, the Bunker Gallery, Libraries and The Art Shop - Coffs Harbour. Please direct any enquiries to Deb Wall on 6648 4862.
Stroud Writers FAW NSW Inc - Short Stories Literary Award - Closing
Date 13 June 2008For a Short Story up to 3000 words - open theme. First prize: $200; Second prize $100. Highly Commended and Commended Certificates awarded. Normal FAW Competition Conditions apply. Entries must NOT be submitted to any concurrent competitions. No entry form required. Entry fee $5 per story with cheque/money order payable to 'Stroud Writers FAW NSW Inc.' Send entries to: Competition Secretary Stroud Writers FAW NSW Inc PO Box 4 STROUD NSW 2425
Accessible Arts in partnership with the Bundanon
Trust are providing an artist in residency opportunity for a NSW artist
with a disability. Applications close Friday April 18.
Artists practising in the visual arts, design, digital technologies,
film, literature, dance and theatre are eligible to apply. The successful
applicant will undertake the residency in November 2008 and will receive
a $3000 stipend to undertake the residency. As a gift to the Australian
people, Arthur Boyd’s vision for Bundanon was to provide an inspirational
haven for artists at all stages of their career. Enquires: Josie Cavallaro,
Accessible Arts (02) 9251 6499 ext 4 jcavallaro@aarts.net.au
Dorothea Mackellar. Poetry Awards - close
2 June 2008 "Forests,
Feathers, Fins and Fur" is this year's theme for country's largest
poetry writing competition for students, which celebrates the work
of well-known Australian poet Dorothea Mackellar."These important awards provide a unique voice for our youth. I encourage all schools to participate and write about our precious environment." This year, the poetry awards take on an environmental theme with the Namoi Catchment Management Authority (CMA) also throwing its support behind the event. Authors Sue Gough and Prue Mason are the judges, and winners will be notified during NLNW (1-7 September). A National Presentation Ceremony will be held in Gunnedah on 5 September 2008. Award entry forms and information on poetry writing, resource notes for teachers and judges' reports are available at www.dorothea.com.au
CBCA(NSW) Frustrated Writers Mentoring Program
Awards 2008 - Entries close on Monday30 May Librarians! Please spread the word about these awards to encourage emerging children's writers. Any of your readers, as well as yourselves, could be eligible to enter. Children's Book Council (NSW) Frustrated Writers Mentoring Program awards for 2008 are now open for all unpublished writers living in NSW and writing for children. This highly successful mentoring program, funded by ArtsNSW, has nurtured emerging writers for nearly a decade. Three categories of writers: Junior (under 15 years), Young Adult (15 to 20) and Senior (over 20). All kinds of writing are acceptable as entries and appropriate mentors are carefully chosen to help award winners to improve their work. On the CBCA(NSW) website are the 2008 entry form, conditions of entry, award results and judges' comments: www.cbc.org.au/nsw
SHORT HISTORY of A USWRITE
SHORT STORY COMPETITION - CLOSING DATE 18 April 2008
For more information contact David J. Knight, P.O.Box 327, Mascot,
NSW 1460. Email: shirdav@ihug.co.nz
2008 Jacaranda Acquisitive Drawing Award - Entries
Open 31st March 2008 - Close 1st AugustEntry is open to all artists who are residents of Australia who can submit up to two drawings can be submitted the 2008 Jacaranda Acquisitive Drawing Award. In 2008 the award celebrates 20 years of promoting innovation and excellence in Australian drawing and has increased to $30 000 to coincide with this important anniversary. The major award of $15,000 is acquisitive, along with further acquisitions to the value of $15,000. A selection panel will select between 45 and 55 works for the award. The exhibition of the selected entries opens at the Grafton Regional Gallery Friday 24 October. It is from this exhibition that the judge, Hendrik Kolenberg, will select the overall winner. Entry forms and further information are available from the Grafton Regional Gallery by phone 02 6642 3177 or download via the galleries website at www.grafton.gallery.nsw.gov.au The Grafton Regional Gallery is located at 158 Fitzroy Street Grafton and is open 10am to 4pm from Tuesday to Sunday.
Sing Australia's Fun is Spreading - Laurieton
has decided to join in the 'singing fun for everyone' and host an
introductory Workshop to get a Sing Australia Choir established in
the Camden Haven. To find out what
it is all about, come along to the Laurieton School of Arts Hall,
Bold Street, Laurieton from 2pm to 4pm on Friday 18th April 2008.
The Sing Australia Choirs are part of a National Network of choirs, founded by Colin Slater OAM in 1985. There are now over 90 choirs across Australia with over 3,000 members. If there is sufficient interest in the Camden Haven to get a choir established, the newly formed choir will meet each Friday from 2pm - 4pm in the School of Arts Hall at Laurieton from Friday 2nd May. For Further Information Contact: Trish Davis 0412 414 865 or 6582 0847 (after hours)
NRWC - Residential mentorship opportunity -
Applications close at 2pm on Thursday 24 AprilNow in its ninth year, the Northern Rivers Writers’ Centre’s annual residential mentorship has assisted some of the region’s best writers to get their first novel published, The chance to access this unique local opportunity is coming round again, with entries closing for this year’s NRWC residential mentorship on 24 April. The mentorship offers emerging Northern Rivers writers a five-day residency at a beautiful guesthouse in the hills of Byron Bay from 26 to 30 May. The Centre is looking for writers with exceptional ability and commitment who are working in areas of fiction and narrative non-fiction and encourages anyone with a well-developed manuscript to apply. The mentorship is funded by Arts NSW and includes accommodation, tutoring and two meals per day. Applicants must be Northern Rivers residents, aged 18 or over and a current member of the Northern Rivers Writers’ Centre. Applications close at 2pm on Thursday 24 April. For an application form visit www.nrwc.org.au or phone 6685 5115
Griffith Cottage Gallery presents Flavourtech
"Exposed '08" Art Awards.
- Flavourtech Exposed 2008 is an inaugural art competition
comprising four categories which aim to recognize, expose and promote
emerging artists in various genres in the public and commercial arena.
This competition is planned as an ongoing event staged over the June
long weekend each year. All entries must feature the human form as
its central subject. Prize money will be awarded to 4 sections; Open:
$3000, Figure Drawing $1000 (any medium), 3D $1000, Riverina Artist
$1000 (Must have resided in Riverina for more than 12 months)Griffith Cottage Gallery invites you who share the goals of social, artistic and cultural responsibility in the community help fellow thespians by spreading the word across your regions and encourage local artists to enter such a wonderful competition. - For further inquiries call Di Tarr Gallery Director on 0427642610 or at the Gallery on 69625512. |
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Youth Participation Grants Program: A new funding opportunity for
NSW young people - Round 1 - Applications
close 24 April 2008 - Round 2 - Applications close 25 July 2008 YAPA's Youth Participation Grants Program gives young people the power and resources to develop and implement community activities in their local area. If you are aged between 12 and 25 years, and living in NSW, you can apply for a youth participation grant. You can apply for up to a maximum of $5,500. More details at http://www.yapa.org.au/yapa/ypp/index.php
Fto Young Filmmakers Fund - Round 23 - Deadline April 14
- Regional Nsw & Western Sydney Filmmakers Only The Young Filmmakers
Fund supports new and emerging filmmakers in NSW (18-35 years old)
and provides a unique opportunity for young talent to break into the
highly competitive film and television industry. There are two funding
rounds per year with up to four projects selected in each round. Successful
applicants receive grants of up to $30,000 for production and/or post-production.
Applications and guidelines online. Website www.fto.nsw.gov.au/fund.asp?id=48
Arts NSW funding programs now open for 2008 - 2009, schedule
of closing dates for Arts NSW programs is available from http://www.arts.nsw.gov.au/Guidelines/guidelines.htm
Australia Council funding programs now open for 2008 - 2009
- further information from http://www.ozco.gov.au/grantFinder.aspx?artformID=1
Announcing Community
Partnerships grant opportunities for 2008... Community
Partnerships is pleased to announce the launch of its re-vamped project
categories for next year: - Project and professional development (category B) - $0 to $20,000; and - Projects with public outcomes (category C) - $20,000 to $35,000 Applicants will now have more opportunities to apply for funding through these categories, with applications accepted anytime from 1 February to 1 September 2008. There will be four funding rounds, the first round open from the 1 Feb to 3 March 2008 followed by three other rounds throughout the year. Please visit http://www.australiacouncil.gov.au/grants/community_partnerships for details. Applicants are advised to contact Community Partnerships staff to discuss the proposed starting dates for their project and the most appropriate funding round in which to lodge their application. Please forward this information to your networks and stay tuned for the announcement of further Community Partnerships funding opportunities, available on-line early 2008 at http://www.australiacouncil.gov.au/grants/community_partnerships
Aboriginal Heritage
Projects - Ongoing - Aboriginal Heritage
Projects provide grants of up to $75,000 to conserve Aboriginal heritage
and encourage greater understanding of Aboriginal culture. The program
assists in the conservation of culturally significant Aboriginal sites,
documents community events and contributes to Aboriginal tourism.
The aim is to sustain long-term heritage benefits and create greater
knowledge of Aboriginal traditions throughout the greater community.
Contact Richard Shapter, Aboriginal Heritage Officer Tel 02 9873 8577
Email richard.shapter@heritage.nsw.gov.au
The Foundation for Young Australians is now
accepting entries for Your Eyes Only. - Closing Date for entries is
2 September 2008Your Eyes Only is a creative funding opportunity for young people 12 to 15 years to submit a creative entry that celebrates the strengths of their community through their eyes. Applications will be judged by a committee of young people aged 12 to 15 years from across Australia. Successful entrants will nominate a community group working with young people in their community (for example a school, youth group or sporting group), to receive a donation of up to $3,000. This donation would then be used by the community group to further its work by purchasing much needed equipment or adding funds to an existing program. For further information, entry forms and guidelines, please visit The Foundation for Young Australians’ website www.youngaustralians.org or call (03) 9670 5436.
The Great Lakes Council Community Grants Program
is now open 2008-2009 Funding Round - Applications are to be received
at Great Lakes Council by 26 May 2008The Great Lakes Council Community Grants Program provides funding to non-profit community organisations toward projects that improve the quality of life for the Great Lakes community. From 11 March, application forms are available from Council offices, libraries and the Council website: www.greatlakes.nsw.gov.au. For more information about these events or your application contact: Chloe Beevers, Strategic Community Planning Coordinator, Great Lakes Council Phone: 65917312; 0408202126 or email: chloe.beevers@greatlakes.nsw.gov.au
Bellingen Shire Council Social Development
Small Grants Scheme - Closes May 5th 2008.
Up to $4,000 will be made available to
eligible community groups for projects that help address social needs
and issues. The aim of the Social Development Small Grants Scheme is to provide assistance to community groups that are working to address social needs and issues in line with council's social plan. Application forms and guidelines are available from Bellingen Shire Council Administration Centre F you would like more information about the small grants scheme contact Josie at council on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Phone 66557336 or email jrobinson@bellingen.nsw.gov.au
BUZZ GRANTS - Buzz is a grant round
offering flexible support for young musicians, sound artists and music-related
arts workers through grants of up to $2500. Buzz is a program devolved
to The Foundation by the Music Board of the Australia Council. Buzz
Grants are a strategy of the Australian Government's Young and Emerging
Artists' Initiative. Applications for Buzz Grants are open and for
more information visit: http://www.youngaustralians.org/fund/ya_fund_buzz.asp |
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Manning Entertanment Centre - Greater Taree Direct Phone: 6592 5466
www.gtcc.nsw.gov.au
The Sydney Youth Orchestra (SYO) - Tuesday 15 April, 8.00pm . The tour offers a range of performances for regional audiences including workshops with local young musicians, Toddlers Proms’ for 2 to 7 year olds (and their parents!), and a full symphonic experience in the form of a very special SYO in Concert series.
Morning Music Concert Memories of Theatre Royal
Thursday April 10 at 11.00am.This show was purchased as a Seniors Week treat but of course, everyone is invited. The award winning team of Patti Allen, Delores Rose, David Birmingham and Dennis Price take you down memory lane as we present Australia’s longest running vaudeville show, Memories of Theatre Royal. * Adults $17.00 * Pension $15.00 * Students $10.00 -We will throw in a cuppa and biscuits before and after the show. Book at Video Ezy or the MEC. The Sydney Youth Orchestra Friends Show for April - Tuesday April 15 at 8.00pm We are really thrilled to have snared this performance. Over 50 young stars of the future under the baton of Phillip Chu present this wonderful program Sibelius ‘Filendia’ Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 6 and Mozart’s Horn Concerto No. 3 with soloist Alexander Love. Friends discount $2.00 off your ticket price Average age of the performers between 17 and 24 years. * Adults $26.00 * Pension $21.00 * Students $16.00 HIT Productions School Holiday Treat The Kazoos - Thursday April 17 at 11.00am The Kazoos provide high quality children’s entertainment. Based around original Kazoos scripts and music the show is a fast paced, fun packed ride and will have kids dancing, singing along and participating. Kids love the crazy antics of the Kazoos. Recommended for ages 2 to 9. Note Day show only * Adults $15.00 * Pension $13.00 * Children $9.00 Taree and District Eisteddfod - Vocal Section from April 22nd - Piano Sect in April 27 – 30 - Dance from May 5.
Jetty Theatre shows - Coffs HarbourJETTY THEATRE - Coffs Harbour Musical Comedy Company Inc In association with Hal Leonard - Josef Weingerger presents Calamity Jane 11 April - 3 May In the wild-west outpost of Deadwood City, 1876, we find the sharpshooting tomboy, Calamity Jane surrounded by cowboys, townsfolk, and the famous Wild Bill Hickock. After a mix-up in the talent pool at Deadwood's saloon-theater, Calam goes to Chicago to import to Deadwood the glamorous actress, Adelaide Adams, but returns by mistake with her maid, Katie Brown instead. Back in Deadwood, Katie's inability to perform is overcome as she wins the heart of the young Lieutenant Danny Gilmartin, and when Calam sheds her tomboy persona at a ball at the local Fort and becomes a true woman, she realizes that she loves Wild Bill Hickock. Tickets: Adult: $18 Concession: $16 Group bookings (20 or more): $15 Buy your tickets online www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/2251 or from the Jetty Theatre Box Office, in person or by phone on 6652 8088 between 10am and 4pm Monday-Friday Flamenco Fire's Sol de Oto _ 5 May 8pm 6 May 8pm - Since 1999 Flamenco Fire has been thrilling audiences with a heady mix of traditional and contemporary flamenco music, dance and song. Sol de Oto _ o, Flamenco Fire's newest production, comes to Coffs' Jetty Theatre in May for two performances only. Produced by Red Chair in association with Queensland Performing Arts Centre. Tickets: Adult: $40 Concession: $34 U21: $22 Buy your tickets online www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/2251 or from the Jetty Theatre Box Office, in person or by phone on 6652 8088 between 10am and 4pm Monday-Friday
Coffs Harbour Regional Conservatorium - Sydney
Youth Orchestra - 13-14 April. The
Sydney Youth Orchestra (SYO) is coming to Coffs Harbour during its
regional tour of NSW. The event is presented by the Coffs Harbour
Regional Cnservatorium and will take place at Australis Opal Cove
ResortTickets are currently on sale for the following SYO events via
the Jetty Theatre Box Office (in person, by phone or online):SYO in
Concert - Sunday 13 April at 8pm Toddlers' Proms: Meet the Orchestra
- Monday 14 April at 9.30am and 11am
Ku Promotions presents - Phone/Fax: 02 66 847 921 Mobile:
0412 140 320 Website: www.kupromotions.com.auThe Bird - Coorabell Hall – Sunday 13th April - Doors open at 7.30 for show at 8 - Tickets $18/$15 at the door only Bluehouse - Bangalow Catholic Church Hall - Thursday 17th April - Tix Available at the door only. Doors Open 7pm. The Spooky Men’s Chorale - A&I Hall, Bangalow - Tuesday 22nd April - Tix $20/18 at the door only Doors open 7.30 for show at 8 Katie Noonan, Elixir and The Flametree Quintet - A & I Hall, Bangalow - Thursday 24th April - Doors open 7.30 for show at 8
Youthsong – Young voices of Melbourne and Malcolm Dalglish -
Into the Sky Tour – Port Macquarie Concert – 8pm Saturday
29th March, with
the Hastings Choristers, Mckillop Senior College Hall. Bookings 0407
007993
2008 Camden Haven Music Festival 25 April to
4 May - 10 exciting
days of music, dance, comedy and cabaret. Join as a Friend and be
eligible for valuable ticket discounts. If you would like to receive
a program guide send your name and postal address to the Coordinator
chmf@tsn.cc Check the website regularly
to see program and performers as they are confirmed. www.chmf.org.au.
Phone enquiries to Alvena Ferguson 02 6556 9622
2008 Aurora Festival – New music to our
ears 11 – 20 April 2008 - 12
Concerts; 2 Days of Workshops; 37 Composers; 19 World Premieres; 5
Australian Premieres. Winner of the 2007 Classical Music Award for
Outstanding Contribution by an Organisation presented by APRA and
the Australian Music Centre. The Aurora Festival is Sydney's only
regular music festival dedicated to works written by living composers
– an inspiring cultural event.For concert dates and booking information please go to: www.aurorafestival.com.au
Port Macquarie-Hastings Multicultural Directory
- You are invited to attend the Launch of the directory on the 27th
May 2008, from 1.00pm.Port Macquarie-Hastings Council cnr Lord and Burrawan Streets Port Macquarie NSW 2444 RSVP: Shona Russell - 65818 041 shona.Russell@pmhc.nsw.gov.au - Free entertainment and food will be available on the day. If you have special dietary requirements please notify at the time of reservation. For further enquiries please contact Maya Spannari, Community Development Worker on 65818 545 or maya.spannari@pmhc.nsw.gov.au
Timeless Quilters” Biennial Quilt Exhibition
Sat 19 April & Sun 20 April from 10 – 4
Port Macquarie Race Club, $5 entry -
Beautiful handmade quilts on display, also quilts for sale (cash).
There will be trading tables & morning & afternoon teas. Win
a quilt in the guessing competition; the proceeds go to McCosker House
& Hastings Home Hospice. Further information from Kay Burman (Publicity)
6582 4242 kburman@internode.on.net
A photo documentary by Sarah George DDID JURA
Dorrigo Rainforest Centre Dorrigo National Park, Dome Road, Dorrigo
Tuesday 18 March to Sunday 11 May 2008 -
Open 9am to 4:30pm every day - The life and stories of big Bill Neidjie
People and Culture of Western Arnhem Land
Shakespeare On Avon Festival 10th Anniversary Gloucester Shakespeare
on Avon Festival - Friday 16 and Saturday 17 May at Gloucester Recreation
GroundsThe Stray Dogs Theatre Company will be presenting Henry IV, Part 1. Stray Performances will be held on Friday and Saturday evenings at 8.30pm and a Matinee on Saturday at 1.30pm. Stray Dogs’ production of Henry IV, Part1 will be a shortened adaptation set in contemporary England - pacey, with high energy. it promises to bring full-blooded entertainment to the marquee at Gloucester. Saturday Fair and Markets 10am to 3.30pm - Enjoy the wide range of stalls, activities and entertainment. The Feast - On both Friday and Saturday there will be a Feast served at 6.15pm, which includes a two-course meal. A licensed bar, featuring local and regional wines will open at 5.30pm to further enhance dining experience. Feast and Performance; $64 per person, Performance only; $38 per person Premium Seating (Centre Rows A & B); $10 extra per person, Saturday Matinee Performance; $30, Student Concession; Saturday Matinee only; $18, Matinee & Feast: $56 Group booking of more than 20; 10% discount. EARLY BOOKING ADVISABLE Join in the frivolity of Shakespearean times. Gloucester Visitor Information Centre Phone/fax 02 6558 1408, Email; information@gloucester.nsw.gov.au Shakespeare Festival web site; http://www.gloucester.org.au/shakespeare
Coastal ClayMakers Inc member Lisa Magri showing
at The Coffs Harbour Regional Gallery from 4 April to 10 May.
The exhibition will incude paintings by Julie Harris and Aloisia Feynes,
as well as the Focus Postcard Show. - On Saturday 5th April at 11:00am
Lisa will talk about her work, in the gallery for Coastal ClayMakers
members and guests and gallery volunteers. Those interested are invited to bring a picnic lunch for a gathering at the Coffs Harbour Regional Botanic Gardens afterwards. For further information, visit www.coastalclaymakers.com.au
SWR Arts Council are
again presenting a quality band and opportunity to see something culturally
different. Trial Bay Gaol on 19th April 2008 commencing at 7.30
pm. Tickets $20 Concessions $15 This is an opportunity not to
be missed, please come and enjoy the beauty and harmony of the Spooky
Men’s Chorale in the surreal atmosphere of the Trial Bay Gaol.
In the event of rain the venue will be moved to SWR Anglican Church
hall at 19 McIntyre Street, South West Rocks. Any other inquiries
please call Susie Williams 65667660 or Karen Gribbin 65666907
Murder under the Microscope is on again this
year for students in stages 3-5 (years 5- 10). www.microscope.edu.au
Even tell your kids- they can pass the message onto their teachers
at school.MUM is an online game involving an investigation involving crimes scenes and accusations toward possible perpetrators’ of catchment is carried out through web access. Participation in MUM involves investigating pollution and damage to a catchment. This includes possible crime scene investigation and accusing possible perpetrators. The investigation winners will be listed on May 30 Please see the website for further information! www.microscope.edu.au
Sundowner Tiona Art Gallery Day!
inaugural Art Exhibition supporting artists of the region. Situated
in the beautiful Sundowner Tiona Conference Centre, the Sundowner
Tiona Gallery will open at 11am on Saturday April 12th. There
will be artist stalls showcasing a range of different artworks in
a variety of mediums. Over 100 artworks will be on display within
the conference centre and outdoors on the shores of Wallis Lake. There
will be lots of fun things for the kids to do. When you stay at Sundowner
Tiona for our Art Gallery day, children will receive a special artists
pack! The Old Holden's Club will be showcasing their cars while cooking
up a storm. There will be food stalls for you to enjoy while grooving
to the live jazz band playing on the lawns call 1800 636 452 or visit
www.sundownerholidays.com.
The North Coast Blues and Roots Club (NCB&RC)will
be holding a musical afternoon on Sunday the 13th of April,
at the Macleay River Hotel (Fredo Pub), starting
at 2:00 p.m. Dwaine Cameron & The Stellar Groove will be our feature
act, with support provided by PP Hardigan and the Blues Nuts.Dwaine has bona fide bluesman style and with his dynamic drummer Jarin Pennial and bold upright bass player Jordan Howell have created a band that is breaking new ground in the Australian Music Industry. They have been compared favourably to the John Butler Trio and Ben Harper but Dwaine certainly has a distinctive voice that compliments his lap steel and dobro. Get your dancing shoes and come on down to the Fredo Roots and Blues! The NCB&RC is an all weather show. If rain or wind threaten we just move inside the pub. Club membership is $15.00 per annum and includes membership with the Macleay Valley Arts Council. Membership applications and further information are available from the Music Zoo, 71A Tozer Street, West Kempsey, or phone Lindsay on (02) 6562 7100
8th Annual - Breakfast by the River - promoting
local art, craft and produce -: Gordon Park, Nambucca Heads - 20th
April, 2008 -: 8am to 2pmPresented by Valley Community Arts. A group of local artisans showcasing locally handmade art and craft. This is our major fundraiser on the yearly calendar. Sausage sizzle, bacon and egg sandwiches, tea and coffee or cakes and slices are available. Stallholders include country craft, handmade dolls, locally grown produce, plants, gemstone jewellery and much more including face painting, rides and plenty to entertain the kids. Community groups such as Marine Rescue, Spinners and Weavers have been invited. The Nambucca District Band will entertain you. The theme of the day is “Make it, Bake it or Grow it” For bookings please phone Bev Casson on 6568 6429
Bellingen Music Association -Sunday 20 April - The Spooky Men's Chorale - Anglican Church Hall. Workshop - 2:00 to 4:00pm. $20/$15 Performance - 8:00pm. $20/$15. Tickets at Heritage Music, 23 Hyde Street, Bellingen, or By mail, contact 6655 1053 or bellmus@midcoast.com.au Sunday 01 June - Bellingen Music Association's Fun Day of Music - Gleniffer Hall. 11:30am start - a smorgasbord of the Music of Bellingen Sausage & rissole sandwiches, cold soft drinks on sale or BYO. Picnic atmosphere, folding chair, rug etc. It's on rain or shine! Tickets at the gate. Info 6655 1053, bellmus@midcoast.com.au Saturday 21 June - The Cotton Club Ball - Bellingen Memorial Hall 7:30pm - now in its 3rd year, a fabulous opportunity to dress elegantly and participate in another night of glamour. The 20-piece Bellingen Big Band (formerly known as the Bellingen Shire Band) will entertain you with their extensive repertoire of Swing, Latin, Salsa, Jazz Standards, Ballads, and more. The popular Swing Sisters will of course be there to provide their blend of vocals, harmonies and their special sense of fun. Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne on arrival, and BYO Alcohol And Supper. Tickets are $30 per head, and available from Heritage Music, 23 Hyde St Bellingen from 21 April 2008 (cash or cheque only). For further enquiries and tickets by mail, contact Dorothy or Mauri on 6655 1053, bellmus@midcoast.com.au Sunday 22 June - Bellingen Choral Group's Concert - Bellingen Uniting Church Centre 2:00pm - $8 entry. Info - 6655 10058, kennea@bigpond.com Saturday 27 September - Bellingen Music Association's Fun Night of Music - Bellingen Memorial Hall. More details as it gets closer. Info 6655 1053, bellmus@midcoast.com.au
Wauchope Community Arts Council - Spooky Mens
Chorale - Friday 18th April - CWA Rooms, Town Green Port MacquarieTime: 8:00pm Tickets: $25 and $20 members at Immersions Gift Shop " It is not possible to state when the existence of the Spooky Men first came to light . Early settlers in the Blue Mountains reported attacks on livestock and evidence of scats and the occasional pawprint. It is only in recent years that sceptics have been disabused of the notion that the Spooky Men's Chorale is the stuff of fanciful legend." The Spooky Mens Chorale - Sing Like a Bloke Workshop Saturday 19 April St Columba Chapel Port Macquarie Time: 10:30am - 1pm Tickets: $25/$20 For more information contact Marie 0427 859 380 This workshop is for blokes of all genders and is seriously spooky singing for fun and inspiration.
SYDNEY YOUTH ORCHESTRA REGIONAL TOUR - 12-16
April 2008 -The Sydney Youth Orchestra (SYO) will be hitting
the road this April on their annual regional tour of NSW. The SYO
is the state’s flagship youth orchestra, and will tour through
Armidale, Coffs Harbour and Taree from 12 – 15 April 2008. The
tour offers a range of performances for regional audiences including
workshops with local young musicians, Toddlers Proms’ for 2 to
7 year olds (and their parents!), and a full symphonic experience
in the form of a very special SYO in Concert series.CONCERTS Coffs Harbour – Australis Opal Cove Resort, Sunday 13 April, 8.00pm Taree – Manning Entertainment Centre, Tuesday 15 April, 8.00pm TICKETS - Adults $26, Concessions $21, Children (under 16) $16, Family (2 adults & 2 children) $65 Toddlers' Proms $10 (unders 2yrs free) BOOKINGS - Coffs Harbour – Jetty Theatre, 6652 8088 Taree – Manning Entertainment Centre, 6592 5466
Jazz in the Vineyards - Sunday 13th April -
Our April “Jazz in the Vineyards” featuring the all new
“All That Jazz” band. The previously advised group “The
Lounge Wizards” (Bellingen Jazz Society) unfortunately, have
had to postpone until later in the year – October. “All
That Jazz” are starting to make inroads on the mid north coast
Jazz scene and, play middle of the road music which suits all tastes.
Gates open at 10.00am with the music from 11.00am, adults $5 and children
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Creative Basketry Classes with Helen Beale -
Classes are held every 1st and 3rd Sundays and Mondays each month.
9am to 4pmLearn to weave baskets and sculptural forms using an assortment of techniques from traditional to contemporise. Classes are held every 1st and 3rd Sundays and Mondays each month. 9am to 4pm at Helen's place on Scotts Head Road just south of Macksville. For more details contact Helen by phone 02 65698152 or email helenbeale@tsn.cc
Ngarrwa young mothers project - Healthy Young
Mother's Project For under 25 year olds Muurbay Language Centre &
Nambucca Entertainment Centre Feb 22, Mar 7,28 and April 11 Fridays
10.30am- 2.30pm Art, influence, change
- Come and join us making art in celebration of new lifeLunch Provided - Transport call or text Kerrie Ann…. 0419 472279 Enquiries Jo 0419 634842 / 65877178 Val 0447 479031 www.beyondempathy.org.au
Grantseeker Workshop in Port Macquarie 7th May
- The Communities Strategy Branch of the Department
of Community Services will again be providing a series of Grantseeker
workshops across the state, in collaboration with Philanthropy Australia.
These workshops are facilitated by Philanthropy Australia, and provide
practical information about preparing budgets and submissions. They
also assist in increasing participants awareness of the philanthropic
sector as a potential source of partnership and funding. Further Information
Kim Thomson - Senior Regional Strategies Officer - Child, Youth &
FamilyMid North Coast Communities Division Department of Community Services - 6563 7830
The Communities Strategy Branch of the Department
of Community Services will again be providing a Grantseeker workshop
7th May - Port Macquarie - in collaboration
with Philanthropy Australia. These workshops are facilitated by
Philanthropy Australia, and provide practical information about
preparing budgets and submissions. They also assist in increasing
participants awareness of the philanthropic sector as a potential
source of partnership and funding. Further information from Kim Thomson Senior Regional Strategies Officer - Child, Youth & Family Mid North Coast Communities Division Department of Community Services - 6563 7830
FREE Community Workshops!!! Port Macquarie -
Do you need help developing projects and writing funding submissions?? Port Macquarie-Hastings Council is conducting a series of workshops to assist Not-For-Profit organisations with the focus on project development and submission writing. New and emerging groups are also encouraged to attend. The aim of the workshops is to increase the quality of project applications that are submitted through the local grants schemes. Hastings Based groups and organisations will be given preference. These workshops are one day sessions and will be FREE to community groups. Please identify the session that best suites you. Places are limited, so please RSVP to Shona Russell on 65818 055 or shona.russell@pmhc.nsw.gov.au 7 April 2008 10.00-4.00pm or 20 May 2008 10.00-4.00pm or 12 June 2008 10.00-4.00pm All sessions will be held at the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, corner of Lord and Burrawan Streets, Port Macquarie. If you have any further enquiries please feel free to contact Maya Spannari, Community Development Worker, on 65818 545 or maya.spannari@pmhc.nsw.gov.au
Free Workshop in Great Lakes - Attracting Funds
and Resources for community groups - 6 May, 10am-4pm - Great Lakes
Council Chambers, Breese Parade, ForsterThis workshop will focus on developing strategies and preparing proposals for funding, sponsorship and other resourcing options. It will work through developing the basics of a grant or sponsorship application for funding or other resources and get you to identify and target potential sources of support. This course will show you how to identify sources of assistance and how to secure it. It illustrates how groups can receive support beyond cash. It also sets out ways of preparing strong funding submissions. Both staff and volunteers involved in all community-based organisations are welcome to enrol. This is a FREE workshops delivered by Arts Mid North Coast and Great Lakes Council. Lunch, morning and afternoon teas are provided by Great Lakes Council. Council's Community Grants Program closes 26 May, so this is an opportunity to polish you application. Successful applicants in the previous funding round will be showcased and presented with their cheques. - Enquiries and Registrations: Contact Great Lakes Council on 6591 7298
Training on Business Planning for community
groups - 30 May, 10am-4pm - Great Lakes Council Chambers, Breese Parade,
Forster - The cost to the participant will only be $25 including training
resources and all catering for the day (lunch, morning and afternoon
teas). This one day course
is a nationally accredited unit. To enrol people can complete
the enrolment form online at: www.regionalartsnsw.com.auParticipants will look at where their organisation is now, where they want to be and how to get there. By the end of the workshop you will have drafted key elements of a Business Plan for your community organisation. This workshop will cover the essential areas of how to contribute to planning and management for not-for-profit organisations. This course de-mystifies the process of business planning and turns it into a tool that can be used effectively by groups of all sizes. It unpicks the jargon and gives you the skills and language to be able to clearly set out your long term plans and share them with potential support networks like local government. Although the workshop content is geared towards cultural organisations, volunteers working in all community-based organisations in regional Australia are welcome to enrol. The more people who come to a workshop from an organisation, the greater the benefit will be, because you can work together on issues. This workshops is funded by the Australian Government, through the Regional Arts Fund. Enquiries: Contact Great Lakes Council on 65917312
Didgeridoo Lessons - (Didge Provided)
Come and learn the didgeridoo with
Kerry Neil - Learn to play the Didgeridoo. From Basic Note to Circular
Breathing - Wednesdays 5.30pm - 6.30pm $30 per hour for group
of no more than 6 and $50 per hour for one on one lessons - Phone
Kerry on 0447443532 to book
UPCOMING COURSES FROM SCREENLINKS 2008Introduction to Short Film – Adults 6 week course - 6 x Monday Nights - 2, 16, 23 & 30 June 7 & 14 July 2008 Time: 6pm to 9pm ETC Coffs Harbour 80 Grafton St Cost: $330 includes GST Gain hands on experience with digital video technology, learn aspects of video production including: camera operation, lighting, audio, story boarding, scripting, directing and editing. Participants will shoot on Panasonic Mini DV cameras and edit their movies using Mac iMovie. Digital Video Camera Operation & Techniques Wednesday 19 May 2008 Time: 6pm to 9pm ETC Coffs Harbour 80 Grafton St Cost: $55 includes GST Learn how to get the most out of your digital video camera and improve your filming skills. Easy tips and tricks for beginners and novices that will have you shooting like a pro! Hands on experience in a small class – test your skills as you go and see your shots improve instantly. |
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Manning Regional Gallery, 12 Macquarie St, Taree Sue Mitchell
02 6592 5455 Fax, 02 6592 5450 Visit their Website at http://www.gtcc.nsw.gov.au
Port Macquarie Hastings Regional Gallery. Gallery hours
Wed - Fri 10.00-4.00pm Sat- Sun 11.00-3.00pm Contact Sharni Lloyd
on 02- Ph 65818737 www.portmacquarieregionalgallery.com.au
Bunker Cartoon Gallery: John Champion Way - Coffs Harbour.
02-6651 7343 www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/185 Bald Archy Prize - Friday 11th April - 3rd May
Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St Grafton NSW: Contact
Tel. 02 6642 3177 Email: mail@graftongallery.nsw.gov.au
Nexus Community Gallery Shop7 Old Butter Factory Bellingen
N.S.W. - Run By the Management Committee and members of the Bellingen
Community Arts Council. http://www.bellingen.com/artscouncil
email artscouncil@bellingen.comShowcaseing Local Art, open 7 days Shows change by the month 02 66559222
Macleay Valley Community Gallery- 5 Kinchela Street Gladstone
2440 Ph: 6567 5092 Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 4.30pm
Bowraville Art Gallery Open Monday
to Saturday 10am - 4pm except Public holidays - other times by appointment.
51 High st Bowraville - Ph: 02 65648036, email bowravillegallery@gmail.comOpening on Friday April 18 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm – all welcome - 'multiple exposure' - a photographic expose, featuring works by Tony Allison, Chels Marshall, Julia Morrell and introducing Raphaella Rosella. The Exhibition runs from April 18 to June 4 Web: www.bowravilleartgallery.blogspot.com
Lismore Regional Gallery: Lismore Regional Gallery, 131
Molesworth street, Lismore NSW 2480, Tel: 02 6622 2209, Email: artgallery@lismore.nsw.gov.au
www.lismoregallery.orgOpening hours: Tuesday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Saturday 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Closed Sunday, Monday & public holidays
Blue Poles Gallery - Blue Poles 1086 Comboyne Rd Byabarra
(west of Port Macquarie)6587-1167or info@bluepoles.com.au opening hours - Thurs-Sun 9.30-4pm , web site www.bluepoles.com.au
Lake Russell Gallery - Lake Russell
Gallery - 16 km north of Coffs Harbour, just off the PacificHighway at 12 Smiths Road, Emerald Beach. New works on display include paintings by Hele Ellis & Nigel Killalea, sculpture by Chris Campbell, Geoff Woodward's ceramics, prints by Terese McManus and jewellery by Darylle Kelly. Open daily, Wednesday to Sunday 10am - 5pm, Monday - Tuesday 10am to 3pm. Ph 02 6656 1092 e-mail: lakerussellgallery@bigpond.com
The Liminal Space- 228a Harbour Drive. Artists are invited
to submit proposals for individual or small group exhibitions, Ann
Leonard The Art Shop - Coffs Harbour 228a Harbour Drive Coffs Harbour
2450 or call Ann on 6658 03001 April - 8 May - All The Fun of the Fair - Photographs of the Coffs Harbour Jetty Carnival by Robin Hedditch
Greenstone Gallery - Greenstone Studio Gallery - Located
at picturesque Emerald Beach, right on the beach next to Saltwater
Restaurant. Open Wednesday to Sunday 9.00am to 4.00pm, and 7 days
a week in holiday time. Ph (02) 66 56 2656. website - www.greenstonegallery.com.au
. Autumn 2008’ Art Exhibition at Greenstone Gallery - launching an exciting new autumn exhibition beginning the 1st of March, 2008 - The new Autumn collection will introduce six new 2D artists from around the country, including two young and very contemporary artists from Sydney Nada Herman-Witkamp and Chico Monks, two local contemporary landscape artists Nigel Killalea and Fiona Bennell a young illustrator from Adelaide (Claire Richards), and an ex Coffs Harbour local - Lorna Wall, who will be exhibiting both figurative and landscape works
Space Gallery - Jetty Theatre, 337 Harbour Drive Coffs
Harbour 66528088 jetty.theatre@chcc.nsw.gov.au
Woolgoolga Art Gallery in Turon Parade opens 10am - 4pm
daily. Enquiries to 6654 1054 Offers a huge array of constantly changing arts and crafts by local artists, has ongoing courses in painting and pottery, and organises and runs the Coffs Harbour Lillipilli Art & Craft Exhibition each year
John Gordon Gallery: 360 - 362 Harbour Drive - Coffs Harbour
02 66514499www.johngordongallery.com
Cooinda Gallery - Aboriginal Art - SHOP 1 -4 FIRST AVENUE
SAWTELL...NSW...2452 (02) 6658 7901 julia@cooinda-gallery.com.au
Website: http://www.cooinda-gallery.com.au
Stuart Rayner's Sunset Gallery - Sunset Parade Port Macquarie
Phone 02 6583 4100 - Email sunset@midcoast.com.au Web: www.sunsetgallery.com.au Hours: 10am-5pm Monday to Friday - 10am-2pm Saturday and Sunday, and Public Holidays
Wonderland Framing & Art, Corner Verge & John Streets
Kempsey NSW 2440 Phone: 02 6562 7809 Fax: 02 6562 7283 Web: www.wonderlandframing.com.au
Email: art@wonderlandframing.com.au
- Open from 9 to 5 each day except Sunday - Local Macleay Valley artists
and starting a "behind thecounter" exhibition space to feature artists.
Dovetail Design Furniture and Gallery
- 5 Merrigal Road - Port Macquarie
2444 - Phone 6581 0079 - Fax 6581 0047 - Mobile 0142 551 284 - Email admin@dovetaildesign.com.au - Web www.dovetaildesign.com.au |
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Coffs Harbour City Council - Bellingen Shire Council - Nambucca Shire Council - Kempsey Council - Port Macquarie/Hastings Council - Greater Taree City Council - Great Lakes Shire Council
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