April 2010

Throughout April

Central Goldfields Art Gallery - Featherfest 2010

Devoted chook lovers and clucky artists Kristina Browning and Kerry Punton have joined forces and produced a collection of eggstravagant, free range, and at times whimsical fabulous fowl creations and other feathered friends for this exhibition. Kristina was cooped up drawing with her vibrant coloured pencils, painting, printmaking and welding. Kerry creates clocks, vases and other wondrous ceramics featuring chooks, owls and other feathered friends. Old Fire Station, Neill St, Maryborough. Phone: 03 5460 4588.

Friday 2nd - Monday 5th April

South Pacific Veteran Cycling Championships

Burns Street, Maryborough. For people who enjoy cycling races. Contact: Central Goldfields Shire Council 03 5461 0610.

Sunday 4th April

Maryborough Tourist Market

Maryborough Harness Racing Club, 8.00am - 2.00pm. Plants, books, trash & treasure.

Friday 9th - Saturday 10th April

Maryborough Relay For Life

Princes Park, Maryborough. Teams of 10-15 participate in a relay-style walk or run to raise funds for Cancer Council Victoria. Contact: Alisha 03 5461 0637

Sunday 10th April

10th Annual Gear Grinder Motor Fest

Princes Park. Open to the Public Sunday: Show & Shine, Live Band, Kids Activities, Stalls and Raffle. Public $3.00 entry and children under 12 free, entry from 10.00am. For further information or bookings: John on 0438 849 779

Saturday 15th April - Monday 26th May

Dare to Dance Festival 2010

Disco to Ballroom, Old-time to Line Dancing, Hip Hop to Cha Cha and live music dances at different venues. For more information phone 5461 5471 or email fwmusic@netconnect.com.au
Click here for the full Dare to Dance Program

Saturday 17th - Sunday 18th April

2010 Heritage Weekend

Explore our heritage, cultural and other secrets in a weekend in Central Victoria. Visit four historic country houses, including a working family farm, join a guided cultural walk with Jaara elders and sample local wines, produce and restaurants. Enjoy dinner on Saturday hosted by restaurants, wineries and musicians from the Central Goldfields. The annual 'Dare to Dance' festival will weave through Heritage Weekend, so you can dance the streets of Maryborough on Saturday morning. Museums and galleries are open, plus self-guided walks of Maryborough, Dunolly, Talbot and Carisbrook. The tiny town of Bealiba hosts a photography exhibition and traditional afternoon tea, while Clydesdale-drawn wagon rides are part of the action... There is simply so much to enjoy! For further information contact the Central Goldfields Visitor Information Centre 03 5460 4511.
Click here for the Heritage Weekend Brochure

Sunday 18th April

Talbot Farmers Market

Farm fresh produce, wines, honey, plants, etc. 9.00am - 2.00pm. Phone: 5463 2001 for more information and also includes the Talbot Town Hall Market phone: 5463 2472.

Sunday 25th April

Anzac Day

Sunday 25th April

Dunolly Street Market

Broadway. Plants, fresh produce, collectables, cakes stalls and more. 9.00am - 2.00pm. Ph:- 5468 1623