MELBOURNE | Tuesday 9th July to Monday 15th July 2013
This week, the National Gallery of Victoria is serving up a great program of events to celebrate NAIDOC Week.
The Northern Exposure Visual Arts Festival brings a splash of colour and then some to Melbourne's North East, while deep in the heart of the CBD there's a call-out to the young and young at heart with Wintervalk inviting the public to dress-up for a free parade and picnic.
Have a great week in Melbourne!
Brett
3D Printing Workshop | Only $29!!
3D Printing Workshop at Southbank Library, presented by The Robots Are Coming, is an introductory workshop that requires no advanced computer skills or experience with 3D printing. Teaching how you can take any imaginative idea and make it real, the workshop also reveals where this exciting new technology is headed. When:Thursday July 11 - Bookings Advised
Check out our School Holiday Guide for some of the latest highlights on what to do with the kids during Winter Holidays. The holiday guide offers a great range of activities for the young and young at heart with events workshops, concerts, holiday programs and much more.. all in marvellous Melbourne! School Holiday Guide | June 28 to July 15
High Art on Northcote's High Street
Northern Exposure Visual Arts Festival, with the theme of Change this year, celebrates the creative community and arts culture entrenched in Northcote with a range of events and art exhibitions held in shop fronts throughout Northcote's High Street presenting a visual feast of artworks, projections, installations and performances. When:July 12 to 28
Wintervalk: The Fantasy Parade and Picnic is a free event that invites people of all ages to dress up and participate in a grand public procession of fantasy folk and mythical creatures. With the gathering beginning in Treasury Gardens, the parade to Fitzroy Gardens will end in a wonderful winter picnic. When:Sunday July 14
NGV Celebrates Naidoc Week
NAIDOC Week Celebrations at the NGV presents a vibrant program of special events to commemorate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. With guests that include renowned artist Treahna Hamm, there'll be artist demonstrations, floor talks, guided tours, film screenings and more. When:Until Saturday July 13
Impressions of Australia
African Arts, held at Melbourne's Fo Guang Yuan Art Gallery, is a unique solo exhibition by Nickel Mundabi Ngadwa. A vast and diverse collection of works created in Congo and Australia with a distinctly African texture, Ngadwa's series of paintings and sculptures capture the essence of Congolese design with a contemporary flair. When:July 11 to 31 - Closed Sundays Official Opening:Thursday July 11 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
My Backyard is a solo show by Carole Foster, an artist who over the last 35 years has had numerous solo and group exhibitions, both nationally and abroad. With works that explore our visual relationship with the Australian landscape, the exhibition is held at Malvern's Manyung Gallery, one of Victoria's oldest contemporary art spaces. When:July 13 to 27 Official Opening:Saturday July 13 - 1pm to 3pm
Best & Brightest Competing
Asia-Pacific Chamber Music Competition, a prestigious event held once every four years, attracts the finest young classical ensembles from the region to compete for coveted prizes and concert engagements. Public recitals will be held at Iwaki Auditorium ahead of the finals, which will be taking place at Melbourne Recital Centre. When:Until Sunday July 14
Young Stars on Stage
Bravehearts 2.0 Twelfth Night features young actors who will showcase their talents in Shakespeare's beloved romantic comedy. Presented by The Australian Shakespeare Company, many graduates of their Bravehearts program go on to work professionally with them. This year's production is held at Williamstown's On Q Performing Arts Centre. When:Wednesday to Saturday, July 10 to 13
Standard Double is a unique performance in an actual suite at The Blackman Hotel. Showcasing two of Melbourne's most loved character comedians, they bring a hotel full of guests and staff to life with audiences invited to be a fly on the wall for this very special comedy about people misbehaving when they are away from home. When:Until July 20 - Except Mondays
STREAT Beats
Thomas Dylan will celebrate the launch of his first ever EP with a performance at Northcote's Wesley Anne. Recorded half in a studio, half in a friend's home, his album is a musical journey of life, love and everything else. Joined by guests Meeko and Bryce Bronstein, the night will also support the social enterprise, STREAT. When:Saturday July 13 - 8pm
Winter Warmers, a series of free concerts presented at St Kilda's Acland Court Shopping Centre, will showcase diverse tunes every Sunday throughout July to warm local residents in need of a break from the cold this winter. From jazz to classical to blues, the concerts give local musicians a chance to showcase their talents. When:Sundays Throughout July - 12pm to 2pm
Dolls on Display
Miniatures & Dollhouse Fair & Exhibition, taking place at Mount Waverley's Community Centre, is the annual exhibition and trading show by the Victorian Association of Miniature Enthusiasts, where clubs and individual members will present stunning displays of miniatures with figurines, dollhouses, furniture and more. When:Saturday & Sunday, July 13 & 14
Melbourne's Own Unique Auction
The Collector, with 30 years of experience in the antique and collectables industry, is the only auction house that holds auctions on a weekly basis with collectables of all varieties. Located in Murrumbeena, The Collector auction house also hosts a special auction each month with items that target a specific collectible genre. Next Auction:Thursday July 11
Princess Markets, held at Melton Community Hall, features a wide range of stall holders with children's clothing and accessories, jewellery, body products, home wares, toys, candles, tarot readings and more. With proceeds also helping local charities, the market also has a sausage sizzle and fun activities for children on the day. When:Sunday July 14 - 11am to 4pm
DIY Showcase
Build & Renovating Expo, formerly the Building & Home Improvement Expo, offers three days of demonstrations and seminars along with displays of the latest innovations for homebuilders and renovators. Held at Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre, the expo is also a chance to meet existing and new industry suppliers. When:Friday to Sunday, July 12 to 14
In Honour of Mr Football
EJ Whitten Legends Game, now celebrating its 18th year, brings together an honour roll of over 50 recently retired AFL superstars including Brendan Fevola, Matthew Lloyd, Mark McVeigh and Scotty West in the annual match at Marvel Stadium, which honours Mr Football, Teddy Whitten and also supports prostate cancer research. When:Wednesday July 10 - Gates Open 6pm
AFL Premiership | Round 16 Collingwood v Adelaide
Friday July 12, 7:50pm - MCG Geelong v Melbourne
Saturday July 13, 2:10pm - Simonds Stadium Carlton v St Kilda
Saturday July 13, 7:40pm - Marvel Stadium Western Bulldogs v Essendon
Sunday July 14, 3:15pm - Marvel Stadium
MELBOURNE | Tuesday 9th July to Monday 15th July 2013
This week, the National Gallery of Victoria is serving up a great program of events to celebrate NAIDOC Week.
The Northern Exposure Visual Arts Festival brings a splash of colour and then some to Melbourne's North East, while deep in the heart of the CBD there's a call-out to the young and young at heart with Wintervalk inviting the public to dress-up for a free parade and picnic.
Have a great week in Melbourne!
Brett
3D Printing Workshop | Only $29!!
3D Printing Workshop at Southbank Library, presented by The Robots Are Coming, is an introductory workshop that requires no advanced computer skills or experience with 3D printing. Teaching how you can take any imaginative idea and make it real, the workshop also reveals where this exciting new technology is headed. When:Thursday July 11 - Bookings Advised
Check out our School Holiday Guide for some of the latest highlights on what to do with the kids during Winter Holidays. The holiday guide offers a great range of activities for the young and young at heart with events workshops, concerts, holiday programs and much more.. all in marvellous Melbourne! School Holiday Guide | June 28 to July 15
High Art on Northcote's High Street
Northern Exposure Visual Arts Festival, with the theme of Change this year, celebrates the creative community and arts culture entrenched in Northcote with a range of events and art exhibitions held in shop fronts throughout Northcote's High Street presenting a visual feast of artworks, projections, installations and performances. When:July 12 to 28
Wintervalk: The Fantasy Parade and Picnic is a free event that invites people of all ages to dress up and participate in a grand public procession of fantasy folk and mythical creatures. With the gathering beginning in Treasury Gardens, the parade to Fitzroy Gardens will end in a wonderful winter picnic. When:Sunday July 14
NGV Celebrates Naidoc Week
NAIDOC Week Celebrations at the NGV presents a vibrant program of special events to commemorate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. With guests that include renowned artist Treahna Hamm, there'll be artist demonstrations, floor talks, guided tours, film screenings and more. When:Until Saturday July 13
Impressions of Australia
African Arts, held at Melbourne's Fo Guang Yuan Art Gallery, is a unique solo exhibition by Nickel Mundabi Ngadwa. A vast and diverse collection of works created in Congo and Australia with a distinctly African texture, Ngadwa's series of paintings and sculptures capture the essence of Congolese design with a contemporary flair. When:July 11 to 31 - Closed Sundays Official Opening:Thursday July 11 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
My Backyard is a solo show by Carole Foster, an artist who over the last 35 years has had numerous solo and group exhibitions, both nationally and abroad. With works that explore our visual relationship with the Australian landscape, the exhibition is held at Malvern's Manyung Gallery, one of Victoria's oldest contemporary art spaces. When:July 13 to 27 Official Opening:Saturday July 13 - 1pm to 3pm
Best & Brightest Competing
Asia-Pacific Chamber Music Competition, a prestigious event held once every four years, attracts the finest young classical ensembles from the region to compete for coveted prizes and concert engagements. Public recitals will be held at Iwaki Auditorium ahead of the finals, which will be taking place at Melbourne Recital Centre. When:Until Sunday July 14
Young Stars on Stage
Bravehearts 2.0 Twelfth Night features young actors who will showcase their talents in Shakespeare's beloved romantic comedy. Presented by The Australian Shakespeare Company, many graduates of their Bravehearts program go on to work professionally with them. This year's production is held at Williamstown's On Q Performing Arts Centre. When:Wednesday to Saturday, July 10 to 13
Standard Double is a unique performance in an actual suite at The Blackman Hotel. Showcasing two of Melbourne's most loved character comedians, they bring a hotel full of guests and staff to life with audiences invited to be a fly on the wall for this very special comedy about people misbehaving when they are away from home. When:Until July 20 - Except Mondays
STREAT Beats
Thomas Dylan will celebrate the launch of his first ever EP with a performance at Northcote's Wesley Anne. Recorded half in a studio, half in a friend's home, his album is a musical journey of life, love and everything else. Joined by guests Meeko and Bryce Bronstein, the night will also support the social enterprise, STREAT. When:Saturday July 13 - 8pm
Winter Warmers, a series of free concerts presented at St Kilda's Acland Court Shopping Centre, will showcase diverse tunes every Sunday throughout July to warm local residents in need of a break from the cold this winter. From jazz to classical to blues, the concerts give local musicians a chance to showcase their talents. When:Sundays Throughout July - 12pm to 2pm
Dolls on Display
Miniatures & Dollhouse Fair & Exhibition, taking place at Mount Waverley's Community Centre, is the annual exhibition and trading show by the Victorian Association of Miniature Enthusiasts, where clubs and individual members will present stunning displays of miniatures with figurines, dollhouses, furniture and more. When:Saturday & Sunday, July 13 & 14
Melbourne's Own Unique Auction
The Collector, with 30 years of experience in the antique and collectables industry, is the only auction house that holds auctions on a weekly basis with collectables of all varieties. Located in Murrumbeena, The Collector auction house also hosts a special auction each month with items that target a specific collectible genre. Next Auction:Thursday July 11
Princess Markets, held at Melton Community Hall, features a wide range of stall holders with children's clothing and accessories, jewellery, body products, home wares, toys, candles, tarot readings and more. With proceeds also helping local charities, the market also has a sausage sizzle and fun activities for children on the day. When:Sunday July 14 - 11am to 4pm
DIY Showcase
Build & Renovating Expo, formerly the Building & Home Improvement Expo, offers three days of demonstrations and seminars along with displays of the latest innovations for homebuilders and renovators. Held at Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre, the expo is also a chance to meet existing and new industry suppliers. When:Friday to Sunday, July 12 to 14
In Honour of Mr Football
EJ Whitten Legends Game, now celebrating its 18th year, brings together an honour roll of over 50 recently retired AFL superstars including Brendan Fevola, Matthew Lloyd, Mark McVeigh and Scotty West in the annual match at Marvel Stadium, which honours Mr Football, Teddy Whitten and also supports prostate cancer research. When:Wednesday July 10 - Gates Open 6pm
AFL Premiership | Round 16 Collingwood v Adelaide
Friday July 12, 7:50pm - MCG Geelong v Melbourne
Saturday July 13, 2:10pm - Simonds Stadium Carlton v St Kilda
Saturday July 13, 7:40pm - Marvel Stadium Western Bulldogs v Essendon
Sunday July 14, 3:15pm - Marvel Stadium
3D Printing Workshop at Southbank Library, presented by The Robots Are Coming, is an introductory workshop that requires no advanced computer skills or experience with 3D printing. Teaching how you can take any imaginative idea and make it real, the workshop also reveals where this exciting new technology is headed.
Women of Achievement Award | Nominations Open!
Check out our School Holiday Guide for some of the latest highlights on what to do with the kids during Winter Holidays. The holiday guide offers a great range of activities for the young and young at heart with events workshops, concerts, holiday programs and much more.. all in marvellous Melbourne!
Northern Exposure Visual Arts Festival, with the theme of Change this year, celebrates the creative community and arts culture entrenched in Northcote with a range of events and art exhibitions held in shop fronts throughout Northcote's High Street presenting a visual feast of artworks, projections, installations and performances.
Wintervalk: The Fantasy Parade and Picnic is a free event that invites people of all ages to dress up and participate in a grand public procession of fantasy folk and mythical creatures. With the gathering beginning in Treasury Gardens, the parade to Fitzroy Gardens will end in a wonderful winter picnic.
NAIDOC Week Celebrations at the NGV presents a vibrant program of special events to commemorate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. With guests that include renowned artist Treahna Hamm, there'll be artist demonstrations, floor talks, guided tours, film screenings and more.
African Arts, held at Melbourne's Fo Guang Yuan Art Gallery, is a unique solo exhibition by Nickel Mundabi Ngadwa. A vast and diverse collection of works created in Congo and Australia with a distinctly African texture, Ngadwa's series of paintings and sculptures capture the essence of Congolese design with a contemporary flair.
My Backyard is a solo show by Carole Foster, an artist who over the last 35 years has had numerous solo and group exhibitions, both nationally and abroad. With works that explore our visual relationship with the Australian landscape, the exhibition is held at Malvern's Manyung Gallery, one of Victoria's oldest contemporary art spaces.
Asia-Pacific Chamber Music Competition, a prestigious event held once every four years, attracts the finest young classical ensembles from the region to compete for coveted prizes and concert engagements. Public recitals will be held at Iwaki Auditorium ahead of the finals, which will be taking place at Melbourne Recital Centre.
Bravehearts 2.0 Twelfth Night features young actors who will showcase their talents in Shakespeare's beloved romantic comedy. Presented by The Australian Shakespeare Company, many graduates of their Bravehearts program go on to work professionally with them. This year's production is held at Williamstown's On Q Performing Arts Centre.
Standard Double is a unique performance in an actual suite at The Blackman Hotel. Showcasing two of Melbourne's most loved character comedians, they bring a hotel full of guests and staff to life with audiences invited to be a fly on the wall for this very special comedy about people misbehaving when they are away from home.
Thomas Dylan will celebrate the launch of his first ever EP with a performance at Northcote's Wesley Anne. Recorded half in a studio, half in a friend's home, his album is a musical journey of life, love and everything else. Joined by guests Meeko and Bryce Bronstein, the night will also support the social enterprise, STREAT.
Winter Warmers, a series of free concerts presented at St Kilda's Acland Court Shopping Centre, will showcase diverse tunes every Sunday throughout July to warm local residents in need of a break from the cold this winter. From jazz to classical to blues, the concerts give local musicians a chance to showcase their talents. 
Miniatures & Dollhouse Fair & Exhibition, taking place at Mount Waverley's Community Centre, is the annual exhibition and trading show by the Victorian Association of Miniature Enthusiasts, where clubs and individual members will present stunning displays of miniatures with figurines, dollhouses, furniture and more.
The Collector, with 30 years of experience in the antique and collectables industry, is the only auction house that holds auctions on a weekly basis with collectables of all varieties. Located in Murrumbeena, The Collector auction house also hosts a special auction each month with items that target a specific collectible genre.
Princess Markets, held at Melton Community Hall, features a wide range of stall holders with children's clothing and accessories, jewellery, body products, home wares, toys, candles, tarot readings and more. With proceeds also helping local charities, the market also has a sausage sizzle and fun activities for children on the day.
Build & Renovating Expo, formerly the Building & Home Improvement Expo, offers three days of demonstrations and seminars along with displays of the latest innovations for homebuilders and renovators. Held at Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre, the expo is also a chance to meet existing and new industry suppliers.
EJ Whitten Legends Game, now celebrating its 18th year, brings together an honour roll of over 50 recently retired AFL superstars including Brendan Fevola, Matthew Lloyd, Mark McVeigh and Scotty West in the annual match at Marvel Stadium, which honours Mr Football, Teddy Whitten and also supports prostate cancer research.
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