Your guide to Melbourne events, exhibitions and sport January 15 - 21, 2007.
Melburnians love festivals and there are four great ones this weekend. The Midsumma festival lasts for three weeks as it includes; films, sport, a parade, parties and many other community events. Frankston, Williamstown and Geelong also have festivals for the family. The picture on the right is by Howard Arkley who is able to make mundane suburbia interesting. His exhibition at NGV, Federation Square is an inspiration to all who visit.
There are some great movies showing in Melbourne this week. Charlotte's Web is well worth seeing and was made in Melbourne. Happy Feet is the most popular film with its great animation, catchy tunes and broad appeal. Dreamgirls starring Beyonce starts Thursday.
Many people in Melbourne will be watching the tennis this week, but don't forget the cricket on Tuesday.
Australian Open Tennis - all week, Ch 7
Cricket NZ v England Tuesday 10 am Ch 9
Soccer Newcastle v Melbourne Fri 7:30 Fox 3, QLD v Sydney Sat 8 pm, Fox 3
English Premier League Leicester v Birmingham Sat 6:30 am Fox 3
Basketball Wollongong v Townsville Wed 7:30 pm Fox 1
Wife Swap is a very funny show and highlights the many different attitudes people have about chores, child care, relationships, cleanliness and how to have fun.
Supernatural makes a welcome return on Monday night for all those ladies who swoon over the demon chasers.
Arts & Theatre - Cabaret, Circus, Comedy and Theatre!
Barry Humphries show 'Back with a Vengeance' is very popular as he is back to his satirical best. David Williamson's play, 'Don's Party' also makes a welcome return as it is still as relevant today as it was in the 70's. Charlie Pickering is an award winning comedian, who will be performing at the Comedy Club. He is edgy, polished and inventive, possibly the most exciting new name in Australian comedy.
Tenacious D - Jack Black and his brother, are well know because of their single Tribute (remember the battle with the devil), and their movie 'Pick of Destiny'.
Markets - Arts & Craft, Fairs, Fete's, Produce and Garage Sales
There are many great markets in Melbourne for art, computers, technology, baby stuff, food and clothes where you are sure to find a bargain. The Suzuki Night Market has a great atmosphere due to the musicians, the aromas from the many food vendors and the eclectic range of stall holders.
At Queen Victoria Market this week
The SUZUKI NIGHT MARKET
Wednesday 17 January 2007, from 5.30pm to 10pm
ANIMAL FARMYARD, Feed and pat these farmyard cuties!
Tuesday 16 & Thursday 18 th January 2007, from 10am to 2pm
'CODE ONE' Victoria Police Band
When: Sunday 18 February 2007, from 12 noon to 2pm
We make it easy for you to find Melbourne's hidden and secret bars. Many new bars and nightclubs have opened recently and some even have free internet access where you might find some of the OnlyMelbourne staff working away.
Melbourne is spoilt for choice when it comes to Bars and Clubs
Sport
The Australian Open brings tourists from all over Australia and the world.
Your guide to Melbourne events, exhibitions and sport January 15 - 21, 2007.
Melburnians love festivals and there are four great ones this weekend. The Midsumma festival lasts for three weeks as it includes; films, sport, a parade, parties and many other community events. Frankston, Williamstown and Geelong also have festivals for the family. The picture on the right is by Howard Arkley who is able to make mundane suburbia interesting. His exhibition at NGV, Federation Square is an inspiration to all who visit.
There are some great movies showing in Melbourne this week. Charlotte's Web is well worth seeing and was made in Melbourne. Happy Feet is the most popular film with its great animation, catchy tunes and broad appeal. Dreamgirls starring Beyonce starts Thursday.
Many people in Melbourne will be watching the tennis this week, but don't forget the cricket on Tuesday.
Australian Open Tennis - all week, Ch 7
Cricket NZ v England Tuesday 10 am Ch 9
Soccer Newcastle v Melbourne Fri 7:30 Fox 3, QLD v Sydney Sat 8 pm, Fox 3
English Premier League Leicester v Birmingham Sat 6:30 am Fox 3
Basketball Wollongong v Townsville Wed 7:30 pm Fox 1
Wife Swap is a very funny show and highlights the many different attitudes people have about chores, child care, relationships, cleanliness and how to have fun.
Supernatural makes a welcome return on Monday night for all those ladies who swoon over the demon chasers.
Arts & Theatre - Cabaret, Circus, Comedy and Theatre!
Barry Humphries show 'Back with a Vengeance' is very popular as he is back to his satirical best. David Williamson's play, 'Don's Party' also makes a welcome return as it is still as relevant today as it was in the 70's. Charlie Pickering is an award winning comedian, who will be performing at the Comedy Club. He is edgy, polished and inventive, possibly the most exciting new name in Australian comedy.
Tenacious D - Jack Black and his brother, are well know because of their single Tribute (remember the battle with the devil), and their movie 'Pick of Destiny'.
Markets - Arts & Craft, Fairs, Fete's, Produce and Garage Sales
There are many great markets in Melbourne for art, computers, technology, baby stuff, food and clothes where you are sure to find a bargain. The Suzuki Night Market has a great atmosphere due to the musicians, the aromas from the many food vendors and the eclectic range of stall holders.
At Queen Victoria Market this week
The SUZUKI NIGHT MARKET
Wednesday 17 January 2007, from 5.30pm to 10pm
ANIMAL FARMYARD, Feed and pat these farmyard cuties!
Tuesday 16 & Thursday 18 th January 2007, from 10am to 2pm
'CODE ONE' Victoria Police Band
When: Sunday 18 February 2007, from 12 noon to 2pm
We make it easy for you to find Melbourne's hidden and secret bars. Many new bars and nightclubs have opened recently and some even have free internet access where you might find some of the OnlyMelbourne staff working away.
Melbourne is spoilt for choice when it comes to Bars and Clubs
Sport
The Australian Open brings tourists from all over Australia and the world.
TV - Television highlights and shows!
Wife Swap is a very funny show and highlights the many different attitudes people have about chores, child care, relationships, cleanliness and how to have fun. 
Arts & Theatre - Cabaret, Circus, Comedy and Theatre!
