Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for December 3 - December 9, 2007.
This week the Bicycle Film Festival rides into town to celebrate arts and cinema, Federation Square presents it Advent Calendar with free performances every night! There's also the Westgarth Film Festival with 4 days of entertainment, Scuba Santa comes to Melbourne Aquarium, and the Human Rights Arts & Film Festival continues.
With 22 sleeps to Christmas get a head start on summer fun with the School Holiday Guide, Christmas Light displays and what's happening on New Year's Eve!
There is Cricket and sport details, special dining offers and info on upcoming events and highlights in beautiful Melbourne, so read on and enjoy!
Not receiving our newsletter? Get your copy of What's On this Week!
Major Events Guide
The Bicycle Film Festival rolls into Melbourne in full force from the 5th to 9th of December with a huge program of art, music, films, parties, and related bicycle-related extravaganzas!
The Bicycle Film Festival promotes biking through a creative platform of art, music and film that appeals to broad populations in a fun and inventive fashion.
Advent Calendar @ Fed Square - Celebrate the spirit of Christmas as the East Shard at Federation Square is transformed into a magical Advent Calendar - 24 days, 25 windows, 25 performances! Talented aerialists will perform in front of a magical animation, unveiling each day's window on the side of a three-storey building. There will be a free performance at 9pm every night in December with a finale on Christmas Eve!
Westgarth Film Festival runs from December 6 to 9, offering over 3 days and 4 nights of special features, celebrity cinema stars and classic silent features.
Taking place at the Palace Westgarth Cinema, the Westgarth Film Festival is brought to life with musical scores, short films from Australia and around the globe, filmmaker workshops, movie trivia and much more!
The Human Rights Arts and Film Festival, running from November 29 to December 15, features 4 days of award-winning films and discussion salons exploring the weird and wonderful world of human rights, as well as a 2-week art exhibition. Inspired by similar festivals held in New York, London and Johannesburg, the first-ever Australian Human Rights Arts and Film Festival is about to take off in Melbourne!
School Holiday Guide
Check out our School Holiday Guide for a head start on things to do with the kids during the school holidays in December 2007 to January, 2008.
Updated Weekly with all the Latest Events!!
The guide is updated weekly to highlight the best things to do over the holiday period for the young and young at heart, to help you find perfect ways to enjoy the holidays with events, tours and holiday care programs.. all in marvellous Melbourne!
Wondering where the best Christmas light displays are in Melbourne?
Pack the kids into the car and head out for a fun nights entertainment. Many owners have been decorating their homes for years and produce fantastic moving displays that will thrill the whole family.
New Year's Eve in Melbourne
New Year's Eve - Don't get out when the biggest night of the year hits Melbourne! For everything you need to know about celebrating the New Year have a look at the following..
Contemporary Silver & Metalwork Award 2007
This exhibition features work by contemporary Australian artists as part of this year's Buda Contemporary Australian Silver & Metalwork Award, which attracts artists from across the nation.
Culture Future Light is the the inaugural external exhibition of the Chisholm Institute's Indigenous Programs & Services. Held at the Drum Theatre in Dandenong Town Hall from November 27 to December 6, it includes work by 2007's Lin Onus Award winner.
Drawings And Such By Pierre is an exhibition held at Brunswick's 696 gallery. An amazingly talented illustrator, Pierre will transform 696's second room into a world of sketches and imagination. The exhibition will be open until December 5.
History Begins at Home is the current exhibition on show at the Royal Historic Society of Victoria. Illustrating the history of the area around the Society's building in A'Beckett Street, the exhibition is drawn from the Society's rich collection of maps, photos and drawings.
Artefact is an exhibition in which thirteen contemporary artists have woven small-scale works through historical artefacts, putting a new twist on the traditional forms of display at City Museum's Making Melbourne Galleries.
The Madwoman of Chaillot, currently playing at the Arts Centre, features Magda Szubanski in a timely play that examines those who value money over quality of life and regard compassion as a form of madness, and how they always seem to be in power!
The play runs until December 9 at Malthouse Theatre.
Glengarry Glen Ross, the award-winning comedy by David Mamet, will be performed at Chapel Off Chapel from November 29 to December 16. Presented by Human Sacrifice Theatre, the play is renowned for its colourful language as much for its compelling drama.
Sexual Perversity in Chicago is another play by David Mamet which begins this week at The Toff In Town, with performances running until December 5. One of American theatre's most provocative and controversial comedies, centres around '70's swinging singles scene.
Monty Python's SPAMALOT, the smash hit Broadway and West End musical, has finally hit Melbourne, playing at Her Majesty's Theatre. Directed by Mike Nichols, the play is based on one of the Pythons' best-loved films, Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, based on the popular Oscar-winning film, the play is fun, daring, over-the-top and unforgettable! Experience the beauty of the outback on stage with over 20 full-scale production numbers that will take your breath away!
Entertainment & Nightlife
Archie Roach Documentary & Album Launch
This Monday night, December 3, there will be a special screening at Manchester Lane of the documentary Liyarn Ngarn, followed by an intimate performance by Archie Roach launching his new album 'Journey.'
Christmas Melodies with Denis Walter
This Thursday, join Denis Walter and friends to celebrate Christmas with a special one-off morning show at 11am at The Palms, Crown Casino, with proceeds going to the Austin Hospital.
The Rooftop Cinema at Curtin House flickers into action during Summer, with films screening Tuesday to Sunday. Enjoy the night lights, classic cinema and the rooftop bar! This week's program includes the classic film Casablanca, screening this Saturday.
Queens of the Disco - Join Jackie Stevens, Jillette Jones and DJ Claire with the Hair every Friday night at Collingwood's Temple Bar Precinct for The Jack and Jill Drag Show as the girls take to the stage as only drag queens can!
The John Montesante Quintet brings a hint of New York Be-Bop to town, offering timeless Jazz Standards and improvisations by some of Melbourne's finest Jazz players. They perform every Thursday at The Commune Cafe Bar and every Friday at Commuters Cafe Bar.
WIN $6,000 with Nestle - By taking part in the Nestle Lifestyle Survey you not only go in the draw for $5,000 plus an extra $1,000, but you also recieve their online magazine, PLENTY! - full of yummy recipes, competitions and more!
Competition Ends December 21st 2007
$12,000 Cash Bonanza! Here's your chance to share in a $12,000 CASH BONANZA, courtesy of Financial Services Online! Apply free online for any comparative quote & you automatically qualify for free entry into their monthly prize draw of $1,000!
Menulog is the easiest way to avoid the New Year's Rush & book a table at one of Melbourne's many splendid restaurants! There are many Melbourne restaurants that are currently offering special deals for New Year's Eve so you can save money and have a great night out in Melbourne! Restaurants found at Menulog offer everything from New Year's special menus, a la carte banquets, and more!
Victorian Wine Regions Showcase takes place on the first Wednesday and Thursday of each month at The Atrium in Federation Square, with this week featuring wines from the Mornington Peninsula Region, including wines from Dromana Estate.
Cleanskins.com sell premium Australian wines direct to the public at up to 50% off retail prices, offering Free Home Delivery and a 100% Money Back Guarantee.
Perfect for all lovers of wine, their impressive range of wines and service were recommended on Channel 7's Today Tonight and Channel 9's A Current Affair.
Menulog Home Delivery is a great chance to eat fine cuisine at home! With over 300 of the best restaurants on offer, you're sure to find something to suit any taste or occasion. To find fast and easy delivery in your area, Visit Here.
Sporting Events
Cricket
Women's National Cricket League - VIC vs NSW
Sat December 8 - MCG
10am to 5pm FREE Admission.
The Waterfront City Market will be held this Friday, offering all your Christmas shopping needs a from 4pm to 8pm. Savour the original and unique while browsing over 100 stalls offering top quality Australian designed and owned products, plus live entertainment!
Shake off those winter blues and Spring along to one of Melbourne's many excellent markets, fetes and fairs this weekend for a bargain!
An increasing number of food and produce markets including wine are always popping up around the suburbs. And don't forget garage sales!
The Suzuki Night Market has returned for summer at Queen Victoria Market, running Wednesday nights weekly through to February. Now a summer tradition, the Suzuki Night Market offers a great mix of unusual products, great food and atmosphere!
Kazband
This fiery instrumental trio performs the music of Karen Kyriakou in the style of Eastern European dance traditions. Expect to be entertained with music full of Klezmer and Gypsy flavours! - 10am to 12pm
Glory Tuesday
Glory Tuesday's original music appeals to almost everyone because of its effective mixing of genres; from roaring funk, to acoustic rock, to reggae, to groove, even drawing on jazz and blues influences! - 12pm to 2pm
Melbourne For Kids
The Smokebuster Bus, presented by the Melbourne Fire Department, will be in Federation Square until December 13 with interactive and educational safety demonstrations and loads of giveaways, including DVD's and fire department safety information packs!
Scuba Santa - From 1 to 25 December, Melbourne Aquarium's very own Scuba Santa will be making special visits in the world famous Fish Bowl, spreading Christmas cheer for all - even the sharks! Scuba Santa will dive into the Oceanarium each day at 11.15am.
Masks of China at the Immigration Museum features handmade masks from China, some which are over 200 years old. With free entry for children the exhibition includes fun kids activity trail with the chance to sketch and colour-in their own mask!
The Independent Games Festival Exhibition is an interactive showcase of selected winners and nominees of the Independent Games Festival. The exhibition features a stunning selection of work such as Samarost 2 (pictured).
Family Tours
Puffing Billy Tour - take a tour the whole family can enjoy with a ride on Puffing Billy, Australia's best-loved steam train! Winding its way through lush ferns and towering timbers, this fantastic tour offers may treats, including wine tasting for the adults and also a trip to Healesville Sanctuary that kids will love!
Slides & Sushi - If you work making art at home and want to share your ideas with other artists then come to Hawthorn Town Hall Gallery on Thursday for an artistic 'show and tell' in a relaxed environment!
Bookings Essential - Ph: 03 9278 4770
Yoga at the Park is an initiative of The Health and Yoga Council of Australia, presenting Yoga classes in some of Victoria's most beautiful parks and gardens. Set in a relaxed environment, classes are designed to suit many age groups and levels of experience.
You Can Help
There are many social causes that are relevant to people from all walks of life, many of which rely on public support to better the community or assist those who are less fortunate. This week we ask you to consider the following..
The Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal is Australia's largest Christmas gift appeal. The Wishing Tree supports some of Australia's largest welfare organisations and Trees can be found nationally in Kmart stores, with gifts collected up until Christmas Eve.
The Heart of Melbourne Appeal is the annual Lord Mayor's Charitable Fund appeal to support charities providing essentials such as accommodation, food and clothing for people who are homeless.
23,000 people are homeless in Victoria every night
14,000 of them in metropolitan Melbourne
For more information on how you can help Visit Here
OnlyMelbourne Welcomes..
Advertising your Business or Event at OnlyMelbourne is not only easy, but best of all it's FREE!! - Get Listed.. - don't forget to tell your friends!
Each week we highlight five of the latest additions to OnlyMelbourne's ever growing guide to services, businesses and information sites for your community.
This week we suggest the following:
Just For Bubs - Personalised baby gift baskets & more..
Given Melbourne's love of trams, one could be forgiven for thinking the first electric tram route would have originated out Melbourne's CBD but no.. it ran between Doncaster and Box Hill.
It was the first electric tram in Australia, and the southern hemisphere, to operate as a regular service and ran along a road we now know as "Tram Road".
Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for December 3 - December 9, 2007.
This week the Bicycle Film Festival rides into town to celebrate arts and cinema, Federation Square presents it Advent Calendar with free performances every night! There's also the Westgarth Film Festival with 4 days of entertainment, Scuba Santa comes to Melbourne Aquarium, and the Human Rights Arts & Film Festival continues.
With 22 sleeps to Christmas get a head start on summer fun with the School Holiday Guide, Christmas Light displays and what's happening on New Year's Eve!
There is Cricket and sport details, special dining offers and info on upcoming events and highlights in beautiful Melbourne, so read on and enjoy!
Not receiving our newsletter? Get your copy of What's On this Week!
Major Events Guide
The Bicycle Film Festival rolls into Melbourne in full force from the 5th to 9th of December with a huge program of art, music, films, parties, and related bicycle-related extravaganzas!
The Bicycle Film Festival promotes biking through a creative platform of art, music and film that appeals to broad populations in a fun and inventive fashion.
Advent Calendar @ Fed Square - Celebrate the spirit of Christmas as the East Shard at Federation Square is transformed into a magical Advent Calendar - 24 days, 25 windows, 25 performances! Talented aerialists will perform in front of a magical animation, unveiling each day's window on the side of a three-storey building. There will be a free performance at 9pm every night in December with a finale on Christmas Eve!
Westgarth Film Festival runs from December 6 to 9, offering over 3 days and 4 nights of special features, celebrity cinema stars and classic silent features.
Taking place at the Palace Westgarth Cinema, the Westgarth Film Festival is brought to life with musical scores, short films from Australia and around the globe, filmmaker workshops, movie trivia and much more!
The Human Rights Arts and Film Festival, running from November 29 to December 15, features 4 days of award-winning films and discussion salons exploring the weird and wonderful world of human rights, as well as a 2-week art exhibition. Inspired by similar festivals held in New York, London and Johannesburg, the first-ever Australian Human Rights Arts and Film Festival is about to take off in Melbourne!
School Holiday Guide
Check out our School Holiday Guide for a head start on things to do with the kids during the school holidays in December 2007 to January, 2008.
Updated Weekly with all the Latest Events!!
The guide is updated weekly to highlight the best things to do over the holiday period for the young and young at heart, to help you find perfect ways to enjoy the holidays with events, tours and holiday care programs.. all in marvellous Melbourne!
Wondering where the best Christmas light displays are in Melbourne?
Pack the kids into the car and head out for a fun nights entertainment. Many owners have been decorating their homes for years and produce fantastic moving displays that will thrill the whole family.
New Year's Eve in Melbourne
New Year's Eve - Don't get out when the biggest night of the year hits Melbourne! For everything you need to know about celebrating the New Year have a look at the following..
Contemporary Silver & Metalwork Award 2007
This exhibition features work by contemporary Australian artists as part of this year's Buda Contemporary Australian Silver & Metalwork Award, which attracts artists from across the nation.
Culture Future Light is the the inaugural external exhibition of the Chisholm Institute's Indigenous Programs & Services. Held at the Drum Theatre in Dandenong Town Hall from November 27 to December 6, it includes work by 2007's Lin Onus Award winner.
Drawings And Such By Pierre is an exhibition held at Brunswick's 696 gallery. An amazingly talented illustrator, Pierre will transform 696's second room into a world of sketches and imagination. The exhibition will be open until December 5.
History Begins at Home is the current exhibition on show at the Royal Historic Society of Victoria. Illustrating the history of the area around the Society's building in A'Beckett Street, the exhibition is drawn from the Society's rich collection of maps, photos and drawings.
Artefact is an exhibition in which thirteen contemporary artists have woven small-scale works through historical artefacts, putting a new twist on the traditional forms of display at City Museum's Making Melbourne Galleries.
The Madwoman of Chaillot, currently playing at the Arts Centre, features Magda Szubanski in a timely play that examines those who value money over quality of life and regard compassion as a form of madness, and how they always seem to be in power!
The play runs until December 9 at Malthouse Theatre.
Glengarry Glen Ross, the award-winning comedy by David Mamet, will be performed at Chapel Off Chapel from November 29 to December 16. Presented by Human Sacrifice Theatre, the play is renowned for its colourful language as much for its compelling drama.
Sexual Perversity in Chicago is another play by David Mamet which begins this week at The Toff In Town, with performances running until December 5. One of American theatre's most provocative and controversial comedies, centres around '70's swinging singles scene.
Monty Python's SPAMALOT, the smash hit Broadway and West End musical, has finally hit Melbourne, playing at Her Majesty's Theatre. Directed by Mike Nichols, the play is based on one of the Pythons' best-loved films, Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, based on the popular Oscar-winning film, the play is fun, daring, over-the-top and unforgettable! Experience the beauty of the outback on stage with over 20 full-scale production numbers that will take your breath away!
Entertainment & Nightlife
Archie Roach Documentary & Album Launch
This Monday night, December 3, there will be a special screening at Manchester Lane of the documentary Liyarn Ngarn, followed by an intimate performance by Archie Roach launching his new album 'Journey.'
Christmas Melodies with Denis Walter
This Thursday, join Denis Walter and friends to celebrate Christmas with a special one-off morning show at 11am at The Palms, Crown Casino, with proceeds going to the Austin Hospital.
The Rooftop Cinema at Curtin House flickers into action during Summer, with films screening Tuesday to Sunday. Enjoy the night lights, classic cinema and the rooftop bar! This week's program includes the classic film Casablanca, screening this Saturday.
Queens of the Disco - Join Jackie Stevens, Jillette Jones and DJ Claire with the Hair every Friday night at Collingwood's Temple Bar Precinct for The Jack and Jill Drag Show as the girls take to the stage as only drag queens can!
The John Montesante Quintet brings a hint of New York Be-Bop to town, offering timeless Jazz Standards and improvisations by some of Melbourne's finest Jazz players. They perform every Thursday at The Commune Cafe Bar and every Friday at Commuters Cafe Bar.
WIN $6,000 with Nestle - By taking part in the Nestle Lifestyle Survey you not only go in the draw for $5,000 plus an extra $1,000, but you also recieve their online magazine, PLENTY! - full of yummy recipes, competitions and more!
Competition Ends December 21st 2007
$12,000 Cash Bonanza! Here's your chance to share in a $12,000 CASH BONANZA, courtesy of Financial Services Online! Apply free online for any comparative quote & you automatically qualify for free entry into their monthly prize draw of $1,000!
Menulog is the easiest way to avoid the New Year's Rush & book a table at one of Melbourne's many splendid restaurants! There are many Melbourne restaurants that are currently offering special deals for New Year's Eve so you can save money and have a great night out in Melbourne! Restaurants found at Menulog offer everything from New Year's special menus, a la carte banquets, and more!
Victorian Wine Regions Showcase takes place on the first Wednesday and Thursday of each month at The Atrium in Federation Square, with this week featuring wines from the Mornington Peninsula Region, including wines from Dromana Estate.
Cleanskins.com sell premium Australian wines direct to the public at up to 50% off retail prices, offering Free Home Delivery and a 100% Money Back Guarantee.
Perfect for all lovers of wine, their impressive range of wines and service were recommended on Channel 7's Today Tonight and Channel 9's A Current Affair.
Menulog Home Delivery is a great chance to eat fine cuisine at home! With over 300 of the best restaurants on offer, you're sure to find something to suit any taste or occasion. To find fast and easy delivery in your area, Visit Here.
Sporting Events
Cricket
Women's National Cricket League - VIC vs NSW
Sat December 8 - MCG
10am to 5pm FREE Admission.
The Waterfront City Market will be held this Friday, offering all your Christmas shopping needs a from 4pm to 8pm. Savour the original and unique while browsing over 100 stalls offering top quality Australian designed and owned products, plus live entertainment!
Shake off those winter blues and Spring along to one of Melbourne's many excellent markets, fetes and fairs this weekend for a bargain!
An increasing number of food and produce markets including wine are always popping up around the suburbs. And don't forget garage sales!
The Suzuki Night Market has returned for summer at Queen Victoria Market, running Wednesday nights weekly through to February. Now a summer tradition, the Suzuki Night Market offers a great mix of unusual products, great food and atmosphere!
Kazband
This fiery instrumental trio performs the music of Karen Kyriakou in the style of Eastern European dance traditions. Expect to be entertained with music full of Klezmer and Gypsy flavours! - 10am to 12pm
Glory Tuesday
Glory Tuesday's original music appeals to almost everyone because of its effective mixing of genres; from roaring funk, to acoustic rock, to reggae, to groove, even drawing on jazz and blues influences! - 12pm to 2pm
Melbourne For Kids
The Smokebuster Bus, presented by the Melbourne Fire Department, will be in Federation Square until December 13 with interactive and educational safety demonstrations and loads of giveaways, including DVD's and fire department safety information packs!
Scuba Santa - From 1 to 25 December, Melbourne Aquarium's very own Scuba Santa will be making special visits in the world famous Fish Bowl, spreading Christmas cheer for all - even the sharks! Scuba Santa will dive into the Oceanarium each day at 11.15am.
Masks of China at the Immigration Museum features handmade masks from China, some which are over 200 years old. With free entry for children the exhibition includes fun kids activity trail with the chance to sketch and colour-in their own mask!
The Independent Games Festival Exhibition is an interactive showcase of selected winners and nominees of the Independent Games Festival. The exhibition features a stunning selection of work such as Samarost 2 (pictured).
Family Tours
Puffing Billy Tour - take a tour the whole family can enjoy with a ride on Puffing Billy, Australia's best-loved steam train! Winding its way through lush ferns and towering timbers, this fantastic tour offers may treats, including wine tasting for the adults and also a trip to Healesville Sanctuary that kids will love!
Slides & Sushi - If you work making art at home and want to share your ideas with other artists then come to Hawthorn Town Hall Gallery on Thursday for an artistic 'show and tell' in a relaxed environment!
Bookings Essential - Ph: 03 9278 4770
Yoga at the Park is an initiative of The Health and Yoga Council of Australia, presenting Yoga classes in some of Victoria's most beautiful parks and gardens. Set in a relaxed environment, classes are designed to suit many age groups and levels of experience.
You Can Help
There are many social causes that are relevant to people from all walks of life, many of which rely on public support to better the community or assist those who are less fortunate. This week we ask you to consider the following..
The Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal is Australia's largest Christmas gift appeal. The Wishing Tree supports some of Australia's largest welfare organisations and Trees can be found nationally in Kmart stores, with gifts collected up until Christmas Eve.
The Heart of Melbourne Appeal is the annual Lord Mayor's Charitable Fund appeal to support charities providing essentials such as accommodation, food and clothing for people who are homeless.
23,000 people are homeless in Victoria every night
14,000 of them in metropolitan Melbourne
For more information on how you can help Visit Here
OnlyMelbourne Welcomes..
Advertising your Business or Event at OnlyMelbourne is not only easy, but best of all it's FREE!! - Get Listed.. - don't forget to tell your friends!
Each week we highlight five of the latest additions to OnlyMelbourne's ever growing guide to services, businesses and information sites for your community.
This week we suggest the following:
Just For Bubs - Personalised baby gift baskets & more..
Given Melbourne's love of trams, one could be forgiven for thinking the first electric tram route would have originated out Melbourne's CBD but no.. it ran between Doncaster and Box Hill.
It was the first electric tram in Australia, and the southern hemisphere, to operate as a regular service and ran along a road we now know as "Tram Road".
The Bicycle Film Festival rolls into Melbourne in full force from the 5th to 9th of December with a huge program of art, music, films, parties, and related bicycle-related extravaganzas! 
Advent Calendar @ Fed Square - Celebrate the spirit of Christmas as the East Shard at Federation Square is transformed into a magical Advent Calendar - 24 days, 25 windows, 25 performances! Talented aerialists will perform in front of a magical animation, unveiling each day's window on the side of a three-storey building. There will be a free performance at 9pm every night in December with a finale on Christmas Eve!
Westgarth Film Festival runs from December 6 to 9, offering over 3 days and 4 nights of special features, celebrity cinema stars and classic silent features.
The Human Rights Arts and Film Festival, running from November 29 to December 15, features 4 days of award-winning films and discussion salons exploring the weird and wonderful world of human rights, as well as a 2-week art exhibition. Inspired by similar festivals held in New York, London and Johannesburg, the first-ever Australian Human Rights Arts and Film Festival is about to take off in Melbourne!
Check out our School Holiday Guide for a head start on things to do with the kids during the school holidays in December 2007 to January, 2008.
Wondering where the best Christmas light displays are in Melbourne? 
New Year's Eve - Don't get out when the biggest night of the year hits Melbourne! For everything you need to know about celebrating the New Year have a look at the following..
Contemporary Silver & Metalwork Award 2007 
Culture Future Light is the the inaugural external exhibition of the Chisholm Institute's Indigenous Programs & Services. Held at the Drum Theatre in Dandenong Town Hall from November 27 to December 6, it includes work by 2007's Lin Onus Award winner.
Drawings And Such By Pierre is an exhibition held at Brunswick's 696 gallery. An amazingly talented illustrator, Pierre will transform 696's second room into a world of sketches and imagination. The exhibition will be open until December 5.
History Begins at Home is the current exhibition on show at the Royal Historic Society of Victoria. Illustrating the history of the area around the Society's building in A'Beckett Street, the exhibition is drawn from the Society's rich collection of maps, photos and drawings.
Artefact is an exhibition in which thirteen contemporary artists have woven small-scale works through historical artefacts, putting a new twist on the traditional forms of display at City Museum's Making Melbourne Galleries.
The Madwoman of Chaillot, currently playing at the Arts Centre, features Magda Szubanski in a timely play that examines those who value money over quality of life and regard compassion as a form of madness, and how they always seem to be in power!
A Large Attendance in the Antechamber
Glengarry Glen Ross, the award-winning comedy by David Mamet, will be performed at Chapel Off Chapel from November 29 to December 16. Presented by Human Sacrifice Theatre, the play is renowned for its colourful language as much for its compelling drama.
Sexual Perversity in Chicago is another play by David Mamet which begins this week at The Toff In Town, with performances running until December 5. One of American theatre's most provocative and controversial comedies, centres around '70's swinging singles scene.
Monty Python's SPAMALOT, the smash hit Broadway and West End musical, has finally hit Melbourne, playing at Her Majesty's Theatre. Directed by Mike Nichols, the play is based on one of the Pythons' best-loved films, Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, based on the popular Oscar-winning film, the play is fun, daring, over-the-top and unforgettable! Experience the beauty of the outback on stage with over 20 full-scale production numbers that will take your breath away!
Archie Roach Documentary & Album Launch
Christmas Melodies with Denis Walter 
The Rooftop Cinema at Curtin House flickers into action during Summer, with films screening Tuesday to Sunday. Enjoy the night lights, classic cinema and the rooftop bar! This week's program includes the classic film Casablanca, screening this Saturday.
Queens of the Disco - Join Jackie Stevens, Jillette Jones and DJ Claire with the Hair every Friday night at Collingwood's Temple Bar Precinct for The Jack and Jill Drag Show as the girls take to the stage as only drag queens can!
The John Montesante Quintet brings a hint of New York Be-Bop to town, offering timeless Jazz Standards and improvisations by some of Melbourne's finest Jazz players. They perform every Thursday at The Commune Cafe Bar and every Friday at Commuters Cafe Bar.
WIN $6,000 with Nestle - By taking part in the Nestle Lifestyle Survey you not only go in the draw for $5,000 plus an extra $1,000, but you also recieve their online magazine, PLENTY! - full of yummy recipes, competitions and more!
$12,000 Cash Bonanza! Here's your chance to share in a $12,000 CASH BONANZA, courtesy of Financial Services Online! Apply free online for any comparative quote & you automatically qualify for free entry into their monthly prize draw of $1,000!
Menulog
Victorian Wine Regions Showcase takes place on the first Wednesday and Thursday of each month at The Atrium in Federation Square, with this week featuring wines from the Mornington Peninsula Region, including wines from Dromana Estate.
Cleanskins.com sell premium Australian wines direct to the public at up to 50% off retail prices, offering Free Home Delivery and a 100% Money Back Guarantee.
The Waterfront City Market will be held this Friday, offering all your Christmas shopping needs a from 4pm to 8pm. Savour the original and unique while browsing over 100 stalls offering top quality Australian designed and owned products, plus live entertainment!
Shake off those winter blues and Spring along to one of Melbourne's many excellent markets, fetes and fairs this weekend for a bargain! 
The Suzuki Night Market has returned for summer at Queen Victoria Market, running Wednesday nights weekly through to February. Now a summer tradition, the Suzuki Night Market offers a great mix of unusual products, great food and atmosphere!
The Smokebuster Bus, presented by the Melbourne Fire Department, will be in Federation Square until December 13 with interactive and educational safety demonstrations and loads of giveaways, including DVD's and fire department safety information packs!
Scuba Santa - From 1 to 25 December, Melbourne Aquarium's very own Scuba Santa will be making special visits in the world famous Fish Bowl, spreading Christmas cheer for all - even the sharks! Scuba Santa will dive into the Oceanarium each day at 11.15am.
Masks of China at the Immigration Museum features handmade masks from China, some which are over 200 years old. With free entry for children the exhibition includes fun kids activity trail with the chance to sketch and colour-in their own mask!
The Independent Games Festival Exhibition is an interactive showcase of selected winners and nominees of the Independent Games Festival. The exhibition features a stunning selection of work such as Samarost 2 (pictured).
Puffing Billy Tour - take a tour the whole family can enjoy with a ride on Puffing Billy, Australia's best-loved steam train! Winding its way through lush ferns and towering timbers, this fantastic tour offers may treats, including wine tasting for the adults and also a trip to Healesville Sanctuary that kids will love!
Slides & Sushi - If you work making art at home and want to share your ideas with other artists then come to Hawthorn Town Hall Gallery on Thursday for an artistic 'show and tell' in a relaxed environment!
Yoga at the Park is an initiative of The Health and Yoga Council of Australia, presenting Yoga classes in some of Victoria's most beautiful parks and gardens. Set in a relaxed environment, classes are designed to suit many age groups and levels of experience.
The Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal is Australia's largest Christmas gift appeal. The Wishing Tree supports some of Australia's largest welfare organisations and Trees can be found nationally in Kmart stores, with gifts collected up until Christmas Eve.
The Heart of Melbourne Appeal is the annual Lord Mayor's Charitable Fund appeal to support charities providing essentials such as accommodation, food and clothing for people who are homeless.
