Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for August 11 - August 17, 2008.
This week, get in touch with your inner boffin with National Science Week's huge program of events in Victoria and Melbourne, and there's a special re-enactment and celebration of women's rights with The Art of Suff-Rage on Friday. And for those who can't cut the mustard in this week's 40 Hour Famine, there's the Melbourne Specialist Cheese Show held on Sunday. There are also two big Open Days on Sunday with the University of Melbourne and VCA both opening their doors with special presentations and events.
There are 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
National Science Week begins this Saturday and runs until August 24, offering special events held throughout Victoria and Melbourne including those delivered by universities, schools, museums and science centres. Raising the profile and public interest of science, special events include Living Science at Queen Victoria Market this Sunday, with hands-on activities for kids, forums for adults and food tours.
The Art of Suff-Rage is a special free presentation held this Friday that celebrates the life and achievements of Vida Goldstein who worked tirelessly to champion women's rights in Australia and around the world. Artists Ursula Dutkiewicz and Fern Smith bring The Art of Suff-Rage travelling art installation to the steps of the St Kilda Town Hall on Friday where Mayor of the City of Port Phillip will open the event.
World Vision's 40 Hour Famine takes place this week, running from Friday to Sunday. One of Australia's biggest youth fundraising events, the 40 Hour Famine is a chance to do something real by going without food or something else that really matters to you for 40 hours while also raising money for kids living in poverty overseas. It's also a chance for young Australians to learn what life's like for those going without every day.
Upcoming Events
Melbourne Writers Festival returns next week, beginning on August 22 to provide ten days of chat, banter and provocation with the world's top writers. One of Melbourne's most popular events, the Writers Festival explores a broad range of literary ideas for people of all backgrounds with more than 250 events that that include guest speakers, author signings, music, debates, fun, games and much more.
Exhibitions - Art | Festival | Show
Klippel/Klippel combines the talents of the music composer, Andrew Klippel, and his late father, Robert Klippel, one of Australia's most significant sculptors. Featuring Andrew's audio response to his father's work, it runs at The Ian Potter Centre.
Commemorative Stained Glass Windows, currently exhibiting at the Shrine of Remembrance Visitor Centre, is a collection of sketches, photographs and more that celebrates the wealth of memorials that have been created in this medium. It runs until September 7.
Hue Dares? is the annual exhibition of the Nell Street Painters, a group of exhibiting artists who are tutored by Nell Frysteen at the Diamond Valley Art Society. Held at the Box Hill Community Arts Centre, the exhibition will run until August 17th.
David Roberts, known for Large Format Photography, will be exhibiting works at Melbourne's Michael's camera store. Defying digital trends, his photos hold a look seldom seen these days. On August 28, he'll also be providing a free seminar, but bookings are required.
Sport and War is an exhibition that highlights the controversies faced by many Australian sportspersons during wartime in decades past. With original artworks, documents, photos and film, the wartime relics include a 'Brownlow' medal presented in a Changi POW camp.
Night Stills is a series of pen and ink drawings by Matt Coyle, whose incredibly detailed work holds sinister snap-shots that blend memories and dreams. Combining dark images of fantasy and reality, the exhibition is currently running at St Kilda's Über Gallery.
Project8, an exhibition of work by students at Deakin University, features a broad survey of talents including painting, photography, animation and multi-media works. A testimony to the commitment of the students, it is showing at Deakin's gallery in Burwood.
The Likher Pussy Portraits, which started as a joke about the resident cat at Gallery 696, features work from over 50 local, national and international artists in this now annual event. With purrrlenty of emphasis on the pun, the exhibition runs until Wednesday.
Silent Ruptures, showing at Fitzroy's Centre for Contemporary Photography, coincides with three other exhibitions. The exhibition features images from three photographers in different parts of the world, whose works explore humanity's relation with their surrounds.
The Humanity of Abstract Painting is a major survey exhibition of Diena Georgetti's artworks from the last two decades. Held at the Monash University Museum of Art in Clayton, the exhibition features enigmatic work such as Georgetti's early blackboard paintings.
Expos & Open Days
The University of Melbourne's Open Day at their Parkville campus is the perfect opportunity for you and your family to explore career pathways and study options at one of Australia's leading universities. An opportunity to learn more about the extensive range of courses, research activities and services that are available to students, you can also learn about the many cultural, sporting and recreational activities.
VCA Open Day - This Sunday the Victorian College of the Arts, Australia's premier visual and performing arts training and education institution, are holding their Open Day in conjunction with the Open Day of the University of Melbourne. A chance to learn about what the college offers and see the VCA community in action, activities held on the day include cinema screenings of student-made films, live music and lectures.
The Home Buyer Show can make buying your next home or investment property easier, offering secrets to simplifying the buying process, saving you time, money and unnecessary worry. It runs from Friday to Sunday at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre.
The Trading and Investing Expo, held this Friday and Saturday at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre, is Australia's largest independent gathering of investing and trading experts. The expo features a wide range of exhibitors and free financial seminars.
Performances & Theatre
Travelling North, the award-winning play by David Williamson, will be performed this Thursday and Friday at St. Martins Randell Theatre. Held as part of the production's current tour, performances feature Terence Donovan and Sandy Gore in the lead roles.
Lands End, running from Tuesday to Saturday at the Arts Centre, is the latest acclaimed work of Philippe Genty. Known for his masterful productions of theatrical fantasy, Genty's show follows a meeting between two people using illusion, puppetry and more.
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, the sultry classic by Tennessee Williams, is currently playing with an accompanying score performed by Paul Grabowsky. Presented by Melbourne Theatre Company, performances are being held at the Arts Centre.
Altar Boyz, the critically acclaimed off Broadway sensation, is currently playing at the Athenaeum Theatre. The musical parody is about a fictitious Christian boy-band who begin to question their faith and each other on the last night of their tour.
The Massacre At Paris is the bloody tragedy about political and religious scheming in 16th Century Paris. Written by Christopher Marlowe, writer of the equally grim Doctor Faustus, the story of greed, murder and intrigue ends Sunday at St Kilda's TheatreWorks.
Be a Little Less Stupid is a fast-paced and musically comic revue of songs that features sketches and cautionary tales about the stupid things we all say and do on public transport. The cabaret of human foibles plays Thursday and Friday at Chapel Off Chapel.
Blackbird is an uncompromising but important play that addresses child sexual abuse. Playing at the CUB Malthouse's Beckett Theatre, the play tells the story of Ray, a man who thought he had escaped his past only to find he was very wrong. It runs until Saturday.
Wicked, based on Gregory Maguire's novel, is the hit musical that tells the untold story of the legendary witches from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Now playing at the Regent Theatre, the show reveals the surprising past of the supposedly Wicked Witch.
Classical & Choral Performances
The Australia Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra will be performing this Sunday and the following Monday as part of this year's concert series, The Range of Light. Celebrating 18th century musical ideals, the concerts will be performed at BMW Edge in Federation Square.
Harambee Winter Cabaret, held annually, is a special performance by Harambee Choir, who appeared on Channel 7's "Battle of the Choirs"this year. With traditional music from Africa, South America, Europe and Australia, the show takes place Friday in Box Hill.
The Heidelberg Choral Society will be holding performing Verdi's "Nabucco"Opera in concert this Saturday and Sunday. Formed in 1920, the Heidelberg Choral Society will be performing the special concerts at Northcote Town Hall.
Entertainment & Nightlife
Prism of Emotions, presented by CMC Melbourne, is a Bharatanatyam Performance featuring Priyadarsini Govind. Showcasing different aspects of Bharatanatyam, the show takes place Sunday at The Open Stage of University of Melbourne.
Rock In The City | Starlight Benefit Gig - Rock in the City will be holding a night of live music at The Hi-fi Bar this Saturday, with performances by Justin Murphy, The Deep End and 78 From Home. 40% of all ticket sales on the night will go to the Starlight Children's Foundation.
Greg Stewart, Rod Wilson & Martin Zakharov, a popular jazz trio, will be performing at Sofi's Bar at the Hotel Sofitel on Saturday. Beginning at 9pm, their diverse arrangements include works by artists such as Sinatra, Snow Patrol and Leonard Cohen.
The Burlesque Hour.. She's Back! Following their world tour, the Burlesque Hour returns to Melbourne with a mix of new acts, all time favourites and fabulous new guest stars. The internationally renowned shows are currently playing at fortyfivedownstairs.
Cabaret Vertigo, presented by the National Institute of Circus Arts, is an opportunity to see the newest generation of circus artists alongside industry professionals performing their freshest acts. Shows will be held Friday and Saturday at NICA's Prahran centre.
Trick Circus invites kids to their special workshop on Saturday to Be a Circus Star! Australia's premier youth-run circus offers high-flying fun in the workshops where young people aged 5 to 15 can unleash their inner circus star with two sessions held in East Ivanhoe.
Luna Freeze - Luna Park will be making the most of the winter months with Melbourne's newest ice skating venue, held in the middle of Luna Park's Winter Wonderland. With ice-skating set to cool tunes and all under dazzling lights, Luna Freeze runs until October.
Hatching the Past: Dinosaur Eggs & Babies is a rare and exciting look at the life of dinosaurs through their eggs, nests and embryos. The exhibition will be at Melbourne Museum with life-like models of hatchlings, illustrations of dinosaur life and stunning photographs.
Puzzles & Competitions
Anagram-orama!
We've rearranged the letters of three of the attractions featured in this week's newsletter. See if you can figure them out! Sign up for Next Week's Newsletter to avoid missing the answers..
Hey Home Bush Tower
Tell Raving Thorn
If Mist Prose Moon
Last week's answers are further down with Melbourne Trivia
Spot The Difference
There are 5 Differences between these two pictures of Birrarung Marr, Melbourne's newest major parkland in more than 100 years... See if you can spot them! Sign up for answers revealed in Next Week's Newsletter
Last week's answers are further down with Melbourne Trivia
Melbourne City Romp returns on October 19 this year, but you can have fun before then and even win great prizes with their online 'Virtual Romp' competition each week where you can have a try at guessing the weekly riddle about an iconic Melbourne venue. Prizes include the Melbourne icons package, a $100 myer voucher, a pair of $220 keen shoes or Go For Your Life backpack jampacked with $79 worth of healthy goodies.
The Royal Melbourne Hospital Home Lottery offers thousands of fantastic prizes and also helps the hospital in providing the best care for possible for those in need of their many services. This year, for the first time ever, the much-anticipated grand prize is a fully furnished $2.1 million Englehart Grand Prize Showhome that comes complete with a brand new 2008 Mercedes-Benz C200 Classic in the driveway...
Community
Australian Volunteers International will be holding an Information Session this Thursday evening in Fitzroy, offering advice about how you can take your career skills down an important path as a paid, professional volunteer in developing communities.
Learn to Knit at Prahran Library - Every Wednesday at Prahran Library there is a free one-hour knitting class for people of all ages and experience. A great way to make friends and be creative, the classes begin at 1:30pm - needles and wool can be provided.
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 or to benefit others. This week we ask you to consider the following..
Skipping Girl Restoration Appeal - One of Melbourne's most well known icons, the Skipping Girl Vinegar sign, is in need of repair so the National Trust is holding a public appeal to restore the famed sign to its former, colourful glory. Officially declared a Victorian Heritage Icon last year, the sign has been sadly out of commission for over 10 years now. Donations over $2 to the restoration fund are tax deductible.
Markets, Fetes and Fairs
May Armstrong Child Care Centre are holding their Children's Market this Sunday at Phoenix Park Community Centre. With over 60 stalls of quality new and preloved kids gear, the market begins at 9am and is situated next to one of Melbourne's top playgrounds.
Magnolia Square is a boutique fair that showcases women's and children's attire, homewares, jewellery and more. Running this Thursday and Friday at Malvern Town Hall, Magnolia Square reveals the work of some of Melbourne's most talented designers.
Melbourne Market Guide 3rd Weekend of Month - Make the most of the rare sunny days and head to one of Melbourne's many excellent markets, fetes and fairs 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!
Each week we highlight five of the latest additions to OnlyMelbourne's ever growing guide to services, businesses and information sites for your community.
To find out how you can join Melbourne's largest online community Visit Here!
This week we suggest the following:
Aus Marketing - High ethical and product standards in all fields...
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!
Sporting Events
Tennis
Tennis Victoria State Grade Finals - The 2008 Tennis Victoria State Grade Men's and Women's finals will be held this Sunday August at Hawthorn's Grace Park Lawn Tennis Club. With play commencing at 11am, entry is free and the day includes a sausage sizzle.
Poker
The APL Poker Cruise returns aboard the Lady Cutler for the 2nd Australian Poker League 'Free' Poker Cruise. First Prize is $1,000 cash with a further $500 cash in consollation prizes up for grabs. The 4 hour cruise leaves from Docklands this Sunday.
AFL - Round 20
Round 20 sees 4 AFL matches held in Melbourne this week.
Saturday at Telstra Dome Essondon v Adelaide at 2.10pm
Saturday at The MCG Melbourne v West Coast at 2.10pm
Sunday at The MCG Richmond v Hawthorn at 1.10pm
Sunday at Telstra Dome Carlton v Kangaroos at 2.10pm
Friday August 15th - 8pm to 11pm
Collingwood vs Port Adelaide, at AAMI Stadium
Sunday August 17th - 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Carlton vs Kangaroos, at Telstra Dome
Dining & Drink
Special Food Events
The Melbourne Specialist Cheese Show, held this Sunday at Crown's Palladium Room, is a chance for all cheese lovers to indulge, tantalise and finesse their cheese tasting skills with a selection of over 300 Australian handmade specialty cheeses. Now in its 12th year, visitors are encouraged to roam the room to find their favourite curds and whey amongst the soft oozing camemberts, creamy blues and cheddars.
Special Dining Offers
Dining Specials - Save Up To 20% on Your Bill Menulog is the easiest way to book a restaurant online with over 4000 restaurant listings! By booking online through Menulog you can enjoy fine food and save money with special deals offering discounts on total food bills, complimentary wine and drinks, discount group bookings and much, much more! Visit Here For The Latest Deals With Menulog!!
Basque Tapas & Wine, located on Windsor's bustling Chapel Street in Windsor, offers a mouth-watering taste of Spain with tantalising aromas and flavours...
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Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for August 11 - August 17, 2008.
This week, get in touch with your inner boffin with National Science Week's huge program of events in Victoria and Melbourne, and there's a special re-enactment and celebration of women's rights with The Art of Suff-Rage on Friday. And for those who can't cut the mustard in this week's 40 Hour Famine, there's the Melbourne Specialist Cheese Show held on Sunday. There are also two big Open Days on Sunday with the University of Melbourne and VCA both opening their doors with special presentations and events.
There are 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
National Science Week begins this Saturday and runs until August 24, offering special events held throughout Victoria and Melbourne including those delivered by universities, schools, museums and science centres. Raising the profile and public interest of science, special events include Living Science at Queen Victoria Market this Sunday, with hands-on activities for kids, forums for adults and food tours.
The Art of Suff-Rage is a special free presentation held this Friday that celebrates the life and achievements of Vida Goldstein who worked tirelessly to champion women's rights in Australia and around the world. Artists Ursula Dutkiewicz and Fern Smith bring The Art of Suff-Rage travelling art installation to the steps of the St Kilda Town Hall on Friday where Mayor of the City of Port Phillip will open the event.
World Vision's 40 Hour Famine takes place this week, running from Friday to Sunday. One of Australia's biggest youth fundraising events, the 40 Hour Famine is a chance to do something real by going without food or something else that really matters to you for 40 hours while also raising money for kids living in poverty overseas. It's also a chance for young Australians to learn what life's like for those going without every day.
Upcoming Events
Melbourne Writers Festival returns next week, beginning on August 22 to provide ten days of chat, banter and provocation with the world's top writers. One of Melbourne's most popular events, the Writers Festival explores a broad range of literary ideas for people of all backgrounds with more than 250 events that that include guest speakers, author signings, music, debates, fun, games and much more.
Exhibitions - Art | Festival | Show
Klippel/Klippel combines the talents of the music composer, Andrew Klippel, and his late father, Robert Klippel, one of Australia's most significant sculptors. Featuring Andrew's audio response to his father's work, it runs at The Ian Potter Centre.
Commemorative Stained Glass Windows, currently exhibiting at the Shrine of Remembrance Visitor Centre, is a collection of sketches, photographs and more that celebrates the wealth of memorials that have been created in this medium. It runs until September 7.
Hue Dares? is the annual exhibition of the Nell Street Painters, a group of exhibiting artists who are tutored by Nell Frysteen at the Diamond Valley Art Society. Held at the Box Hill Community Arts Centre, the exhibition will run until August 17th.
David Roberts, known for Large Format Photography, will be exhibiting works at Melbourne's Michael's camera store. Defying digital trends, his photos hold a look seldom seen these days. On August 28, he'll also be providing a free seminar, but bookings are required.
Sport and War is an exhibition that highlights the controversies faced by many Australian sportspersons during wartime in decades past. With original artworks, documents, photos and film, the wartime relics include a 'Brownlow' medal presented in a Changi POW camp.
Night Stills is a series of pen and ink drawings by Matt Coyle, whose incredibly detailed work holds sinister snap-shots that blend memories and dreams. Combining dark images of fantasy and reality, the exhibition is currently running at St Kilda's Über Gallery.
Project8, an exhibition of work by students at Deakin University, features a broad survey of talents including painting, photography, animation and multi-media works. A testimony to the commitment of the students, it is showing at Deakin's gallery in Burwood.
The Likher Pussy Portraits, which started as a joke about the resident cat at Gallery 696, features work from over 50 local, national and international artists in this now annual event. With purrrlenty of emphasis on the pun, the exhibition runs until Wednesday.
Silent Ruptures, showing at Fitzroy's Centre for Contemporary Photography, coincides with three other exhibitions. The exhibition features images from three photographers in different parts of the world, whose works explore humanity's relation with their surrounds.
The Humanity of Abstract Painting is a major survey exhibition of Diena Georgetti's artworks from the last two decades. Held at the Monash University Museum of Art in Clayton, the exhibition features enigmatic work such as Georgetti's early blackboard paintings.
Expos & Open Days
The University of Melbourne's Open Day at their Parkville campus is the perfect opportunity for you and your family to explore career pathways and study options at one of Australia's leading universities. An opportunity to learn more about the extensive range of courses, research activities and services that are available to students, you can also learn about the many cultural, sporting and recreational activities.
VCA Open Day - This Sunday the Victorian College of the Arts, Australia's premier visual and performing arts training and education institution, are holding their Open Day in conjunction with the Open Day of the University of Melbourne. A chance to learn about what the college offers and see the VCA community in action, activities held on the day include cinema screenings of student-made films, live music and lectures.
The Home Buyer Show can make buying your next home or investment property easier, offering secrets to simplifying the buying process, saving you time, money and unnecessary worry. It runs from Friday to Sunday at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre.
The Trading and Investing Expo, held this Friday and Saturday at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre, is Australia's largest independent gathering of investing and trading experts. The expo features a wide range of exhibitors and free financial seminars.
Performances & Theatre
Travelling North, the award-winning play by David Williamson, will be performed this Thursday and Friday at St. Martins Randell Theatre. Held as part of the production's current tour, performances feature Terence Donovan and Sandy Gore in the lead roles.
Lands End, running from Tuesday to Saturday at the Arts Centre, is the latest acclaimed work of Philippe Genty. Known for his masterful productions of theatrical fantasy, Genty's show follows a meeting between two people using illusion, puppetry and more.
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, the sultry classic by Tennessee Williams, is currently playing with an accompanying score performed by Paul Grabowsky. Presented by Melbourne Theatre Company, performances are being held at the Arts Centre.
Altar Boyz, the critically acclaimed off Broadway sensation, is currently playing at the Athenaeum Theatre. The musical parody is about a fictitious Christian boy-band who begin to question their faith and each other on the last night of their tour.
The Massacre At Paris is the bloody tragedy about political and religious scheming in 16th Century Paris. Written by Christopher Marlowe, writer of the equally grim Doctor Faustus, the story of greed, murder and intrigue ends Sunday at St Kilda's TheatreWorks.
Be a Little Less Stupid is a fast-paced and musically comic revue of songs that features sketches and cautionary tales about the stupid things we all say and do on public transport. The cabaret of human foibles plays Thursday and Friday at Chapel Off Chapel.
Blackbird is an uncompromising but important play that addresses child sexual abuse. Playing at the CUB Malthouse's Beckett Theatre, the play tells the story of Ray, a man who thought he had escaped his past only to find he was very wrong. It runs until Saturday.
Wicked, based on Gregory Maguire's novel, is the hit musical that tells the untold story of the legendary witches from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. Now playing at the Regent Theatre, the show reveals the surprising past of the supposedly Wicked Witch.
Classical & Choral Performances
The Australia Pro Arte Chamber Orchestra will be performing this Sunday and the following Monday as part of this year's concert series, The Range of Light. Celebrating 18th century musical ideals, the concerts will be performed at BMW Edge in Federation Square.
Harambee Winter Cabaret, held annually, is a special performance by Harambee Choir, who appeared on Channel 7's "Battle of the Choirs"this year. With traditional music from Africa, South America, Europe and Australia, the show takes place Friday in Box Hill.
The Heidelberg Choral Society will be holding performing Verdi's "Nabucco"Opera in concert this Saturday and Sunday. Formed in 1920, the Heidelberg Choral Society will be performing the special concerts at Northcote Town Hall.
Entertainment & Nightlife
Prism of Emotions, presented by CMC Melbourne, is a Bharatanatyam Performance featuring Priyadarsini Govind. Showcasing different aspects of Bharatanatyam, the show takes place Sunday at The Open Stage of University of Melbourne.
Rock In The City | Starlight Benefit Gig - Rock in the City will be holding a night of live music at The Hi-fi Bar this Saturday, with performances by Justin Murphy, The Deep End and 78 From Home. 40% of all ticket sales on the night will go to the Starlight Children's Foundation.
Greg Stewart, Rod Wilson & Martin Zakharov, a popular jazz trio, will be performing at Sofi's Bar at the Hotel Sofitel on Saturday. Beginning at 9pm, their diverse arrangements include works by artists such as Sinatra, Snow Patrol and Leonard Cohen.
The Burlesque Hour.. She's Back! Following their world tour, the Burlesque Hour returns to Melbourne with a mix of new acts, all time favourites and fabulous new guest stars. The internationally renowned shows are currently playing at fortyfivedownstairs.
Cabaret Vertigo, presented by the National Institute of Circus Arts, is an opportunity to see the newest generation of circus artists alongside industry professionals performing their freshest acts. Shows will be held Friday and Saturday at NICA's Prahran centre.
Trick Circus invites kids to their special workshop on Saturday to Be a Circus Star! Australia's premier youth-run circus offers high-flying fun in the workshops where young people aged 5 to 15 can unleash their inner circus star with two sessions held in East Ivanhoe.
Luna Freeze - Luna Park will be making the most of the winter months with Melbourne's newest ice skating venue, held in the middle of Luna Park's Winter Wonderland. With ice-skating set to cool tunes and all under dazzling lights, Luna Freeze runs until October.
Hatching the Past: Dinosaur Eggs & Babies is a rare and exciting look at the life of dinosaurs through their eggs, nests and embryos. The exhibition will be at Melbourne Museum with life-like models of hatchlings, illustrations of dinosaur life and stunning photographs.
Puzzles & Competitions
Anagram-orama!
We've rearranged the letters of three of the attractions featured in this week's newsletter. See if you can figure them out! Sign up for Next Week's Newsletter to avoid missing the answers..
Hey Home Bush Tower
Tell Raving Thorn
If Mist Prose Moon
Last week's answers are further down with Melbourne Trivia
Spot The Difference
There are 5 Differences between these two pictures of Birrarung Marr, Melbourne's newest major parkland in more than 100 years... See if you can spot them! Sign up for answers revealed in Next Week's Newsletter
Last week's answers are further down with Melbourne Trivia
Melbourne City Romp returns on October 19 this year, but you can have fun before then and even win great prizes with their online 'Virtual Romp' competition each week where you can have a try at guessing the weekly riddle about an iconic Melbourne venue. Prizes include the Melbourne icons package, a $100 myer voucher, a pair of $220 keen shoes or Go For Your Life backpack jampacked with $79 worth of healthy goodies.
The Royal Melbourne Hospital Home Lottery offers thousands of fantastic prizes and also helps the hospital in providing the best care for possible for those in need of their many services. This year, for the first time ever, the much-anticipated grand prize is a fully furnished $2.1 million Englehart Grand Prize Showhome that comes complete with a brand new 2008 Mercedes-Benz C200 Classic in the driveway...
Community
Australian Volunteers International will be holding an Information Session this Thursday evening in Fitzroy, offering advice about how you can take your career skills down an important path as a paid, professional volunteer in developing communities.
Learn to Knit at Prahran Library - Every Wednesday at Prahran Library there is a free one-hour knitting class for people of all ages and experience. A great way to make friends and be creative, the classes begin at 1:30pm - needles and wool can be provided.
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 or to benefit others. This week we ask you to consider the following..
Skipping Girl Restoration Appeal - One of Melbourne's most well known icons, the Skipping Girl Vinegar sign, is in need of repair so the National Trust is holding a public appeal to restore the famed sign to its former, colourful glory. Officially declared a Victorian Heritage Icon last year, the sign has been sadly out of commission for over 10 years now. Donations over $2 to the restoration fund are tax deductible.
Markets, Fetes and Fairs
May Armstrong Child Care Centre are holding their Children's Market this Sunday at Phoenix Park Community Centre. With over 60 stalls of quality new and preloved kids gear, the market begins at 9am and is situated next to one of Melbourne's top playgrounds.
Magnolia Square is a boutique fair that showcases women's and children's attire, homewares, jewellery and more. Running this Thursday and Friday at Malvern Town Hall, Magnolia Square reveals the work of some of Melbourne's most talented designers.
Melbourne Market Guide 3rd Weekend of Month - Make the most of the rare sunny days and head to one of Melbourne's many excellent markets, fetes and fairs 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!
Each week we highlight five of the latest additions to OnlyMelbourne's ever growing guide to services, businesses and information sites for your community.
To find out how you can join Melbourne's largest online community Visit Here!
This week we suggest the following:
Aus Marketing - High ethical and product standards in all fields...
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!
Sporting Events
Tennis
Tennis Victoria State Grade Finals - The 2008 Tennis Victoria State Grade Men's and Women's finals will be held this Sunday August at Hawthorn's Grace Park Lawn Tennis Club. With play commencing at 11am, entry is free and the day includes a sausage sizzle.
Poker
The APL Poker Cruise returns aboard the Lady Cutler for the 2nd Australian Poker League 'Free' Poker Cruise. First Prize is $1,000 cash with a further $500 cash in consollation prizes up for grabs. The 4 hour cruise leaves from Docklands this Sunday.
AFL - Round 20
Round 20 sees 4 AFL matches held in Melbourne this week.
Saturday at Telstra Dome Essondon v Adelaide at 2.10pm
Saturday at The MCG Melbourne v West Coast at 2.10pm
Sunday at The MCG Richmond v Hawthorn at 1.10pm
Sunday at Telstra Dome Carlton v Kangaroos at 2.10pm
Friday August 15th - 8pm to 11pm
Collingwood vs Port Adelaide, at AAMI Stadium
Sunday August 17th - 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Carlton vs Kangaroos, at Telstra Dome
Dining & Drink
Special Food Events
The Melbourne Specialist Cheese Show, held this Sunday at Crown's Palladium Room, is a chance for all cheese lovers to indulge, tantalise and finesse their cheese tasting skills with a selection of over 300 Australian handmade specialty cheeses. Now in its 12th year, visitors are encouraged to roam the room to find their favourite curds and whey amongst the soft oozing camemberts, creamy blues and cheddars.
Special Dining Offers
Dining Specials - Save Up To 20% on Your Bill Menulog is the easiest way to book a restaurant online with over 4000 restaurant listings! By booking online through Menulog you can enjoy fine food and save money with special deals offering discounts on total food bills, complimentary wine and drinks, discount group bookings and much, much more! Visit Here For The Latest Deals With Menulog!!
Basque Tapas & Wine, located on Windsor's bustling Chapel Street in Windsor, offers a mouth-watering taste of Spain with tantalising aromas and flavours...
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National Science Week begins this Saturday and runs until August 24, offering special events held throughout Victoria and Melbourne including those delivered by universities, schools, museums and science centres. Raising the profile and public interest of science, special events include Living Science at Queen Victoria Market this Sunday, with hands-on activities for kids, forums for adults and food tours.
Melbourne Writers Festival returns next week, beginning on August 22 to provide ten days of chat, banter and provocation with the world's top writers. One of Melbourne's most popular events, the Writers Festival explores a broad range of literary ideas for people of all backgrounds with more than 250 events that that include guest speakers, author signings, music, debates, fun, games and much more.
Learn to Knit at Prahran Library - Every Wednesday at Prahran Library there is a free one-hour knitting class for people of all ages and experience. A great way to make friends and be creative, the classes begin at 1:30pm - needles and wool can be provided.
May Armstrong Child Care Centre are holding their Children's Market this Sunday at Phoenix Park Community Centre. With over 60 stalls of quality new and preloved kids gear, the market begins at 9am and is situated next to one of Melbourne's top playgrounds.
Magnolia Square is a boutique fair that showcases women's and children's attire, homewares, jewellery and more. Running this Thursday and Friday at Malvern Town Hall, Magnolia Square reveals the work of some of Melbourne's most talented designers.
Melbourne Market Guide
Saturday at The MCG
Dining in Melbourne offers a splendid range of food styles to enjoy. Here are just a few classic food styles to choose from..
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