Tuesday 7th January 2014 to Monday 13th January 2014
Welcome Melbourne to 2014, and another year of things to do in Melbourne. We can't wait to get started.
2014 kicks off with January and coming soon is Australia Day, but not quite yet, so we'll concentrate on events in the coming week.
As always, have a fabulous week Melbourne.
MelB
Magic Melbourne
The Comedy Magic Show is packed with amazing magic and illusions for the whole family to enjoy. Blending great comedy and magic this show has it all! Lots of audience interaction and side-splitting comedy.
The Science of Meditation is a free course exploring the timeless wisdom from ancient as well as modern sources in a practical and direct manner. Discover why meditation was always taught in some manner or form, right around the world..
There are many good reasons to head out to Werribee Zoo at the moment including the birth of a baby rhino, and Rhythm of Africa. Arrive early and enjoy an African safari before settling down for free activities and a stellar line up of contemporary and traditional African musical performances.
When:every Saturday evening | January 4th > February 22nd Where:Werribee Zoo
mixed bag
Herring Island Summer Arts Festival
Herring Island Summer Arts Festival returns for another season of modern art, photography and ceramics. A series of 5 exhibitions presented by Association of Sculptors of Victoria, Basketmakers of Victoria, Contemporary Art Society of Victoria, Ceramics Victoria and A4 Art Australia.
When:Weekends | 11 January to 21 April 2014 - 11:30am to 4:30pm Where:Herring Island
Melbourne Story
The Melbourne Story at Melbourne Museum is still one of our favourite exhibitions. Be immersed in evocative stories and discover the icons and personalities that have shaped Melbourne.
How about heading down to Point Nepean for Jeep Portsea Polo. See some of the world's leading polo players in action from Australia, New Zealand and England.
We do want to give a shout out for our good mate Gazza. If you have not heard of Gazza's Garage Sales, you have now.
- Anyone considering going garage sale shopping this weekend (or any weekend) Gazza's is the place to go first. Simply scroll down the list of garage sales in Melbourne, tick the ones you want to go to, and hit the print button at the bottom. Could it get any easier?
Check out our Melbourne Market Calendar as most markets are back up and going after the end of year break.
Simply select a day/date to see art, craft, produce, mixed, variety, technology plus the odd community market.
When:Weekends
Blessing of the Waters
The Blessing of the Waters is a combined celebration for all Parishes in Melbourne celebrated by His Grace Bishop Ezekiel of Dervis together with all the Clergy of Melbourne. The annual Blessing of the Waters takes place at Princes Pier on Sunday.
The promise of a year's good fortune enticed scores of young Greek Orthodox men to try their luck in the annual Blessing of the Waters Ceremony. The ritual commemorates Christ's baptism in the River Jordan, termed the Epiphany by St. John Chryssostom (from the Greek word for 'manifestation', 'epifaniea')..
When:Sunday the 12th of January 2014 Where:Princes Pier
Melbourne Water Taxi
WTC Yarra Loop is Melbourne's first water taxi service. Utilizing the historic Grower, the service departs every 30mins from WTC Wharf and stops at South Wharf, South Gate, and Federation Wharf (Federation Square).
When:Fridays 4pm-7pm | Sat & Sun 11am - 5pm | Every 30 Minutes Where:WTC Wharf
Tuesday 7th January 2014 to Monday 13th January 2014
Welcome Melbourne to 2014, and another year of things to do in Melbourne. We can't wait to get started.
2014 kicks off with January and coming soon is Australia Day, but not quite yet, so we'll concentrate on events in the coming week.
As always, have a fabulous week Melbourne.
MelB
Magic Melbourne
The Comedy Magic Show is packed with amazing magic and illusions for the whole family to enjoy. Blending great comedy and magic this show has it all! Lots of audience interaction and side-splitting comedy.
The Science of Meditation is a free course exploring the timeless wisdom from ancient as well as modern sources in a practical and direct manner. Discover why meditation was always taught in some manner or form, right around the world..
There are many good reasons to head out to Werribee Zoo at the moment including the birth of a baby rhino, and Rhythm of Africa. Arrive early and enjoy an African safari before settling down for free activities and a stellar line up of contemporary and traditional African musical performances.
When:every Saturday evening | January 4th > February 22nd Where:Werribee Zoo
mixed bag
Herring Island Summer Arts Festival
Herring Island Summer Arts Festival returns for another season of modern art, photography and ceramics. A series of 5 exhibitions presented by Association of Sculptors of Victoria, Basketmakers of Victoria, Contemporary Art Society of Victoria, Ceramics Victoria and A4 Art Australia.
When:Weekends | 11 January to 21 April 2014 - 11:30am to 4:30pm Where:Herring Island
Melbourne Story
The Melbourne Story at Melbourne Museum is still one of our favourite exhibitions. Be immersed in evocative stories and discover the icons and personalities that have shaped Melbourne.
How about heading down to Point Nepean for Jeep Portsea Polo. See some of the world's leading polo players in action from Australia, New Zealand and England.
We do want to give a shout out for our good mate Gazza. If you have not heard of Gazza's Garage Sales, you have now.
- Anyone considering going garage sale shopping this weekend (or any weekend) Gazza's is the place to go first. Simply scroll down the list of garage sales in Melbourne, tick the ones you want to go to, and hit the print button at the bottom. Could it get any easier?
Check out our Melbourne Market Calendar as most markets are back up and going after the end of year break.
Simply select a day/date to see art, craft, produce, mixed, variety, technology plus the odd community market.
When:Weekends
Blessing of the Waters
The Blessing of the Waters is a combined celebration for all Parishes in Melbourne celebrated by His Grace Bishop Ezekiel of Dervis together with all the Clergy of Melbourne. The annual Blessing of the Waters takes place at Princes Pier on Sunday.
The promise of a year's good fortune enticed scores of young Greek Orthodox men to try their luck in the annual Blessing of the Waters Ceremony. The ritual commemorates Christ's baptism in the River Jordan, termed the Epiphany by St. John Chryssostom (from the Greek word for 'manifestation', 'epifaniea')..
When:Sunday the 12th of January 2014 Where:Princes Pier
Melbourne Water Taxi
WTC Yarra Loop is Melbourne's first water taxi service. Utilizing the historic Grower, the service departs every 30mins from WTC Wharf and stops at South Wharf, South Gate, and Federation Wharf (Federation Square).
When:Fridays 4pm-7pm | Sat & Sun 11am - 5pm | Every 30 Minutes Where:WTC Wharf
The Comedy Magic Show is packed with amazing magic and illusions for the whole family to enjoy. Blending great comedy and magic this show has it all! Lots of audience interaction and side-splitting comedy.
The Science of Meditation is a free course exploring the timeless wisdom from ancient as well as modern sources in a practical and direct manner. Discover why meditation was always taught in some manner or form, right around the world..
There are many good reasons to head out to Werribee Zoo at the moment including the birth of a baby rhino, and Rhythm of Africa. Arrive early and enjoy an African safari before settling down for free activities and a stellar line up of contemporary and traditional African musical performances.
Herring Island Summer Arts Festival returns for another season of modern art, photography and ceramics. A series of 5 exhibitions presented by Association of Sculptors of Victoria, Basketmakers of Victoria, Contemporary Art Society of Victoria, Ceramics Victoria and A4 Art Australia.
The Melbourne Story at Melbourne Museum is still one of our favourite exhibitions. Be immersed in evocative stories and discover the icons and personalities that have shaped Melbourne. 
How about heading down to Point Nepean for Jeep Portsea Polo. See some of the world's leading polo players in action from Australia, New Zealand and England. 
- Anyone considering going garage sale shopping this weekend (or any weekend) Gazza's is the place to go first. Simply scroll down the list of garage sales in Melbourne, tick the ones you want to go to, and hit the print button at the bottom. Could it get any easier? 
Check out our Melbourne Market Calendar as most markets are back up and going after the end of year break. 
The Blessing of the Waters is a combined celebration for all Parishes in Melbourne celebrated by His Grace Bishop Ezekiel of Dervis together with all the Clergy of Melbourne. The annual Blessing of the Waters takes place at Princes Pier on Sunday.
WTC Yarra Loop is Melbourne's first water taxi service. Utilizing the historic Grower, the service departs every 30mins from WTC Wharf and stops at South Wharf, South Gate, and Federation Wharf (Federation Square). 
