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ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER CULTURE
Tuesday March 5 - Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Training in Moss Vale (9am-4pm) NEW
Wingecarribee Shire Council in partnership with Ngaran Ngaran Culture Awareness is offering Aboriginal Cultural Awareness training that seeks to increase awareness of cultural difference and to help ensure our working relationships are as effective as they can be. Training will provide an introduction and understanding of the culture of people we interact with, the most appropriate ways of respecting and accommodating people in work interaction, create a basic understanding and awareness of Aboriginal culture, community and history, assist in ‘closing the gap’ between Aboriginal community and Non-Aboriginal society. Hosted by: Dwayne Harrison Director of Ngaran Ngaran Culture Awareness. Wingecarribee Shire Council, Civic Centre – Theatrette.
Cost: $30, places are limited so book early. Morning Tea and Lunch provided Book online now Further info melissa.wiya@wsc.nsw.gov.au phone 4868 0856.
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BOOKS AND WRITING
Saturday March 16 - Saturday March 23 - Springfield Creative Writers Workshop in Avoca
This week-long intensive writing retreat is offered to women writers and limited to only twelve participants.
The key-note author leading the workshop will be American, Karen Joy Fowler. Karen has written six highly successful novels, including The Jane Austen Book Club, which was adapted into a Hollywood film.
There will also be a guest lecture by local author, Dr Catherine McKinnon, whose book Storyland was short-listed for the 2018 Miles Franklin Award. Find out more
Fellowship of Australian Writers, Southern Highlands Branch
2nd Saturday of the month (except for January) 10am to 1pm The Henrietta Rose Room Bowral Library.
Find out more Uta Purcell (sec) 48621793
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CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
February 18 - April 13 - Flamenco dance classes for Children
Classes in flamenco dance and Spanish language for children (including mums & bubs). Flamenco Solymar is a provider for the Active Kids and Creative Kids program. Morning and afternoon. $96 for 8 week term. Visit www.flamencosolymar.com for more information regarding classes including the timetable.
A great new way to find fun things for children and young people!
Fun Finder app is available for Apple devices through the App Store and Android devices through the Google Play Store. Find out more
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DANCE
Thursdays February 7 - April 11 - Creative Kids Dance Workshops in Bowral (3.30pm-4.30pm & 4.30pm-5.30pm)
Kazcare Hall, 15 -17 Kirkham Road, Bowral. Book now Further info Bonnie Curtis, 0420 308 221 info@bonniecurtisprojects.com
Friday February 15 - Old Time Dance at the Robertson School of Arts (8pm-11pm)
Great music, dancing, home made supper and novelties. Adults $10, High School Students $5, Primary School Students $2. For further information Contact Noel McDonald on 0427 975 645 All Proceeds to Robertson School of Arts Hall. All Welcome.
February 18 - April 13 - Flamenco dance classes for Children and Adults
Classes in flamenco dance, cajon and Spanish language for children (including mums & bubs) and adults. Flamenco Solymar is a provider for the Active Kids and Creative Kids program. Daytime and evening. Price range $96 - $200 for 8 week term. Visit www.flamencosolymar.com for more information regarding classes including the timetable.
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EXHIBITIONS AND ART SHOWS
Sunday February 17 - Sunday April 7 - ALUMNI 2 – new work by selected graduates from Sturt School for Wood 2006-2016 (10am-5pm)
The Sturt School for Wood was established in 1985 as an intensive training place for aspiring fine furniture makers and designers. Over 30 years later the school has built a national and international reputation offering an unrivalled course taught by some of the best fine furniture makers and teachers working in Australia and overseas. Artists include; Isabel Avendano, Chris Bartkus, Phoebe Everill, Ian Factor, Bailey Farmer, Ray Garnsey, Mark Gudgin, Steve Harper, Darryl Ingate, Christopher Neal, Darren Oates, Grant Robertson, Adrian Spano, Ruth Thompson. The exhibition opening during Sturt’s Tools & Techniques Weekend will take place on Sunday 17 February at 11am. The exhibition will be opened by special guest Raymond Scott, Director of Workshopped. Find out more
Wednesday 20 February - Wednesday 31 July - A Butcher, A Baker, A Bunch of Makers - Celebrating Makers and Artisans of the Southern Highlands at the Berrima District Museum (10am-4pm Wed-Sun) NEW
The Berrima District Museum brings you a beautiful exhibition in its new digital gallery celebrating the talented artisans of the Southern Highlands. Showcasing the very best of local art, design, food and wine, the exhibition utilises state of the art technology to bring to life the stories of the artisans in their own words. Discover the most interesting makers in the region and see beautiful artwork created especially for this exhibition. Makers include Sculpture by the Sea winner, sculptor David Ball, weavers Natalie Miller and Brooke Munro, Ceramicist Tania Rollond, Painter James King, Moonacres Kitchen, Eling Forest Winery and a bunch more! Find out more
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FILM
Sunday March 17, May 19, July 21, September 15 and November 17 - Sunday afternoon cinema, Bea Cinematheque, at CTC@Robertson (2 for 2.30pm)
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GRANTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Monday February 18 - Wingecarribee Community Assistance Scheme opens for applications
Applications will close on March 29. Contact Cath Brennan, Coordinator Community Development cath.brennan@wsc.nsw.gov.au or phone 4868 0888 Find out more
Tuesday February 19 - Free Grants Writing Workshop in Moss Vale (6pm-9pm)
Theatrette Civic Centre, Donkin Avenue, Moss Vale. This is the ideal, practical, writing a grant workshop for any organisation seeking to attain funding by applying for grants. This workshop will encourage the writer to develop, direct and edit creative ideas in addition to giving an invaluable guidance on how to present work for submission. The workshop is ideal for people new to writing grants. RSVP Essential - please contact Cath Brennan, Coordinator Community Development cath.brennan@wsc.nsw.gov.au or phone 4868 0761.
Wednesday February 20 - Closing date for Art Music Fund
The Art Music Fund exists to commission new work that is innovative, displays professional compositional craft and represents a benchmark of excellence in its field. Find out more
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HISTORY AND HERITAGE
Friday February 15 - Seniors Festival Event - Library Heritage Walk in Mittagong (9.30am-11am) NEW
Meet at Mittagong Library to enjoy and easy, short heritage walk around Lake Alexandra. Morning tea provided. Free, but numbers are limited. Bookings and further info
Sunday February 17 - Berrima Talk and Walk presented by Australian Garden History Society Southern Highlands (9.45am for 10am start - 3.30pm) NEW
Holy Trinity Church Hall Corner of Argyle Street and Old Hume Highway,Berrima,easy parking outside the hall . Numbers limited to 50 people, please book early. For the Southern Highlands, Berrima is a living museum in our own backyard. Berrima is the last remaining intact Colonial Town on the mainland, a complete Georgian Village with Gaol, Courthouse, and 16 buildings on the Register of the National Estate. We are fortunate to have the opportunity to hear from local experts sharing their knowledge of Berrima in a series of talks, then leading us on history walks around Berrima. LUNCH bring your own to have on the Village Green or buy at your favourite café. ENQUIRIES: Lyn Barrett 48623442 or Elisabeth Heard 0417 247 213 aghs.sh.info@gmail.com
Wednesday February 20 - Seniors Festival Event - Local History Tour at Bowral Library (1.30pm) NEW
Discover more about the history of your local area with a tour of the Library's unique local history collection followed by afternoon tea. Bookings and further info
Saturday April 13 - The Irish Heritage and Cultural Festival at Berrima Public School (10am-3pm) NEW
This event is for people who want to explore their Irish backgrounds. One in three Australians can claim Irish heritage. Family history groups will be available for enquiries in a congenial atmosphere of Irish entertainment. Harper's Mansion, Berrima Courthouse and the Surveyor General Hotel are joining in with the Irish theme.
Details of a contact: Ros Dale 0401 065 077
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MARKETS AND FAIRS - Arts and Crafts
Saturday February 16 & Sunday February 17 - Tools & Techniques Weekend at Sturt Mittagong (10am-4pm)
This annual boutique event includes displays and sales by Australia's finest toolmakers and specialist timber suppliers in the historic Sturt School for Wood. Also features scheduled woodwork demonstrations conducted by leading furniture makers. Food & drink available on site, free admission and parking. Find out more
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MEETINGS - Local Arts and Craft Groups
Saturday February 9 - Back to HTG Reunion at Welby Hall (5pm-9pm)
Catch up with your old Highlands Theatre Group thespian friends, share a laugh, a drink and a story - and hear what exciting things our local theatre group is up to! Please bring a small plate to share - drinks will be provided. RSVP admin@htg.org.au
Monday February 11 - Highlands Opera Lovers Annual General Meeting (5pm)
Garden Room, Annesley, 10 Westwood Drive Bowral. All members are encouraged to attend HOL’s brief AGM, which will be followed by an entertainment “Some Divas I Have Known” with Glenn Amer (see Music – Other/). Members are reminded that annual subs are now due (see website). Guests and intending members all welcome. Members free, Guests $15 at door. Find out more or phone 0410 588331
Upcoming Events for the Southern Highlands Woodies Group
Future dates and locations to be confirmed -further information can be obtained from Martin 0438 002100.
Southern Highlands Textile & Fibre Network Inc. meeting 3rd Saturday of each month
A forum for quilters,spinners, weavers,knitters,embroiderers,fabric sculptors, paper makers, feltmakers, milliners and anyone interested in textile and fibre work on a professional or recreational level who meet at the Presbyterian Church Hall Bowral on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Find out more
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MUSIC - Choral
Sunday 24 February - Evensong at St Jude's Church, Bowral (3.00pm)
Sung by The Consort of Voices, under the direction of Christopher Harris. The members of this ensemble are singers who have sung in cathedral and church choirs. At Evensong they will sing a service setting by the English composer Thomas Tallis (1505-1585) and an anthem, Beati Quorum, by Sir Charles Villiers Stanford (1852-1924). All welcome.
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MUSIC - Classical
Monday February 11 - Chamber Philharmonia Cologne at St Jude's Church, Bowral (7.30pm)
After several successful European tours in 2017 and 2018 the Chamber Philharmonia Cologne (Germany) is coming back to Australia in summer 2019 with a powerful and lovely new programme.The Chamber Philharmonia Cologne was founded in the city whose name they bear: Cologne: the city that is famous throughout the world for its University of Music and its musical and instrumental teaching. To inspire people across the world to enjoy classical music - that’s what we view as our maxim!
Saturday February 14 - Australian Haydn Ensemble - Haydn's Nature at the Rose Room Burradoo (3pm) NEW
AHE opens its 2019 season with a string quartet program that celebrates Haydn’s love of the natural world. In our first program, Artistic Director and violinist Skye McIntosh and the AHE quartet explore Haydn and nature. Two of Haydn’s beloved string quartets, Sunrise and The Lark bookend the program. In The Lark, Haydn masterfully weaves the first violin part in joyous birdsong-like melodies that fly above the other instruments. At the heart of the program are selections from two of Haydn’s famous oratorios, The Seasons and The Creation. One of Haydn’s indisputable works of genius, the String Quartet Op. 76 No. 4 (Sunrise) closes the program. Although it was not nicknamed by Haydn himself, the opening bars of the quartet clearly evoke the image of daybreak.Tickets: $35 - $60 Bookings and further info or phone 1800 334 388
Wednesday February 20 - Midweek Lunchtime Recital at St Jude's Church, Bowral (1.15pm)
Presented by Quintessence, a wind quintet of local musicians who are all members of both the Highlands Sinfonia and the Southern Highlands Symphony Orchestra. Their program features Gustav Holst's "Second Suite in F for Military Band" arranged for wind quintet. This popular work is in four movements and is based on seven English folk tunes. Admission by donation.
Saturday March 9 - National Braille Music Camp Chamber Music Fundraising Concert at Mittagong Playhouse (5pm) NEW
Strings, Wind, Brass, Vocal, Piano; Grieg, Holst, Schubert and more. Adults: $40 Under 18: $20 Book online or through Destination Southern Highlands 1300 657 559. Further Information romad@westnet.com.au or 4871 1086
Saturday March 23 & Sunday March 24 - Southern Highlands Symphony Orchestra in Bowral
Saturday 23 March 7.30pm, & Sunday 24 March 2.30pm. Verdi Nabucco Overture, Ann Carr-Boyd Piano Concerto No.2 With Soloist John Martin, Elgar Enigma Variations. Conductor Dr Allan Stiles. Find out more
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MUSIC - Other
Monday February 11 - Some Divas I Have Known featuring Glenn Amer at Annesley Bowral (5pm)
Highlands Opera Lovers AGM and event “Some Divas I Have Known” featuring Glenn Amer. Annesley Garden Room, 10 Westwood Drive Bowral. Following HOL’s brief AGM, popular local pianist, tenor, accompanist, voice coach and cruise-liner headline entertainer Glenn Amer will play, sing, and tell a few tales. All members welcome; guests $15. Members are reminded that annual subscriptions are now due $60 p.a. Find out more or phone 0410 588331.
Sunday February 17 - Soul Time Bowral (10.20am - 12noon)
The Henrietta Rose Room, 16 Bendooley St, Bowral (at rear of the Old Town Hall). An event for reflection, combining live music, audio-visual pieces, readings from faiths and philosophers, authors, leaders and indigenous cultures. This month’s theme is “Syllables and Sounds” - exploring the power or words, speech and sound, and how their inspired usage can touch and transform the human soul. We are delighted to present young and upcoming songwriter and instrumentalist Adam Warren, local to the Southern Highlands who will play live music throughout the program. A free community service initiative of Wingecarribee Baha’i community – there’s no need to book – just come along and bring a friend - morning tea follows the program. Find out more or leave a message for Sally on 0458 021 893
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MUSIC - Rock, Jazz, Blues, Folk, Country
Saturday February 9 - The Sauerkrauts at Penrose (7 for 7.30pm)
Deta (accordion & vocals) and Rob (guitar & vocals) both hail from Berlin; their band The Beez perform regularly throughout Europe and Australia. They’ve appeared on Spicks and Specks and at just about every folk festival you care to think of. Penrose Village Hall, Kareela Road, Penrose. $25 Book now
Sunday February 10 - Sunday Session Jazz returns for 2019 at Bowral Golf Club (2pm-5pm)
The Sunday Sessions Jazz returns for 2019 bigger and better than ever before! We welcome back Ben Jones, Peter Locke, David Seidel and Joshua Morgan along with an incredible monthly guest list -starting with George Washingmachine on February 24. Bookings not essential but definitely preferred. $15 entry. For bookings call: (02) 4861 1042 (option #2) or events@bowralgolfclub.com.au
Saturday 16 February - Seniors Festival event - Putting on the Ritz - Irving Berlin Jazz Show at Bowral Memorial Hall (2pm-4pm) NEW
You will have to be quick to book for this free concert presented by Wingecarribee Shire Council as part of the 2019 Seniors Festival. Join the Ben Jones Jazz Quartet performing a variety of Berlin's tunes in their own unique swinging style. Afternoon drinks and nibbles provided. Bookings and further info
Saturday February 23 - The Audreys at Bowral Bowling Club (6pm doors open, 7.30pm support act, 8.30pm Audreys)
Multiple ARIA award winning folk rockers The Audreys have spent most of the past 18 months traversing the country, and now come into 2019 with some new songs and a brand new show, building towards the release of their much anticipated fifth studio album. The impetuous pair play sets full of old hits, requests, new songs and unexpected (and sometimes poorly rehearsed) covers that feature Taasha's gorgeous vocals and Tristan's six-string mastery, way too many instrument changes, great frocks and plenty of charm. Grab your tickets early. $35. Bookings and further info or email info@eclecticsounds.com.au
Sunday February 24 - Seniors Festival event - Swinging out of Vegas with the Southern Highlands Concert Band at Bowral Memorial Hall (2pm-4pm) NEW
Southern Highlands Concert Band will be dipping into the song book of the Rat Pack, performing music associated with Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr and others. Afternoon tea provided. Bookings and further info
Friday 1 March - Special evening jazz concert - Adrian Cunningham with the Sunday Sessions Quartet in Bowral (from 6pm)
Acclaimed jazz musician Adrian Cunningham will perform with our outstanding Sunday Sessions quartet, which includes Ben Jones, Peter Locke, David Seidel & Josh Morgan for a “special evening concert” at the Bowral Golf Club. Adrian was born in Australia but is based in New York and as stated by New York’s, Hot House Magazine, "Indispensable to New York's jazz scene." $60 per person including 2 course dinner. Starts at 6pm for 6.30pm dinner service with concert from 7.30pm to 10.30pm. Bookings at Bowral Golf Club 02 4861 1042 (option#2) or events@bowralgolfclub.com.au
4th Thursday of each month - Bowral Folk Club, at Mittagong RSL (8pm)
Local performers, usually at least 10 “acts”, everyone is welcome to sing/play/recite or just listen. Acoustic, many genres. Contact Brian on 0406 939 309 for more information. NB no meetings in December or January.
Second Saturday of the month - Jazz in the Highlands, at Mittagong Hotel (2-5pm)
An afternoon of live music in a friendly and casual atmosphere. For more information, email Mary. Tickets $10 at the door.
Southern Highlands Blues and Bands Club at the Bowral Bowling Club (7pm)
An informal social group: Meet 2nd Friday of each month from 7pm at Bowral Bowling Club, 41 Shepherd Street Bowral. Find out more, or find us on Facebook.
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MUSIC - Workshops
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PUPPETS AND PUPPETRY
Every Sunday Puppet performance by ImaginArta at the Sutton Forest Hall (11am)
Tickets cash at the door Adults $15, Children $11, Groups of 4 or more $10.50 each. Find out more.
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THEATRE, CABARET, COMEDY AND AUDITIONS
Wednesday February 13 - Friday February 15 - Love Letters by A R Gurney at Retford Park Bowral (7pm)
After a sell out season last year, Creative & Co are teaming up with the National Trust of Australia (NSW), for a return season of A.R. Gurney's, Love Letters. Love Letters was a finalist in the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, in 1990. The play brings to life the correspondence of two characters over fifty years, chronicling their hopes, dreams and disappointments. With champagne and canapés served following the performance, Love Letters will make for a very intimate theatre event at Retford Park – perfect for Valentines Week! Adult $75, National Trust members $65. Book now
Sunday February 17 - The Blonde, the Brunette & the VENGEFUL Redhead in Hill Top (2.30pm)
An adulterous husband, a meddlesome neighbour and dropped ice-cream cone are among the circumstances that combine to shatter the life of suburban housewife Rhonda Russell. Everyone has their own story to tell about the day that Rhonda went berserk at the Mittagong Hub. And who's to know where the truth lies? As the intrigue unfolds, seven different characters give a fresh twist of perspective - all played by one multi-faceted performer. Don't miss VALERIE WARRY in this exclusive event. Cost: $10 - Bookings advised. Tickets from Welcome Centre Mittagong and Hill Top General Store. Hill Top Memorial Hall, Wilson Drive, Hill Top. Phone. 4889 8083 dave@daveletch.com
Saturday February 23, April 27, June 15 & August 3 - Melting Pot Theatre 2019 Workshop Series in Bundanoon
Writer’s Workshop: Anton Baggerman, 23rd February, Actor’s Workshop: Joshua Hewitt, 27 April, Director’s Workshop: June 15 Writer’s Workshop: Gill Brennan, 3 August. $10 Don't miss out. joshua.hewitt.jh@gmail.com
Thursday March 28 - Saturday March 30 - Two by Jim Cartwright at Mittagong Playhouse
Performed by real-life husband and wife, Kate Raisin (A Country Practice) and Brian Meegan, (The Water Rats) play the the stressed landlord and lady of a busy Australian pub and 12 other characters, to arrive at a challenging final scene. It is master-class in 'characterisation'. CMS Productions is delighted to have secured four performances of TWO, produced by The Ensemble Theatre and now on a four month, national, major-city tour. Supported by Create NSW, and managed by Arts on Tour. 28, 29, 30 March at 7.30pm and 30 March at 3pm. Book now
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WORKSHOPS - Art and Artisan
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WORKSHOPS AND COURSES - Professional Development for Artists
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