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Fri 18 May 2012 - 2012 Sydney Writers’ Festival Dr Karl Kruszelnicki

Details: Friday 18th May

Dr Karl Kruszelnicki will be speaking about his latest
book, Brain Food on Friday 18 May at 6.30 pm in
Penrith Library. $5.00 (no concession) and include light
refreshments.

Location: Penrith City Library, 601 High Street, Penrith.
Enquiries: 4732 7891



Wed 09 May 2012 - Sun 03 Jun 2012 - Head On Photo Festival - ‘Abstractions’

Details: Penrith City Library
Open 9am- 8pm (Monday-Friday), 9am-5pm (Saturday), 10am-5pm (Sunday)
Until 3rd June
• Head On Photo Festival - ‘Abstractions’
Work of Luciano Vranich EMFCC, FCC ESA as
part of the Head On Photo Festival.
Location: Penrith City Library
High Street, Penrith. Contact
Enquiries: 4732 7891



Wed 09 May 2012 - Sun 03 Jun 2012 - A Portrait of Our Mother works by Jake Soewardie

Details: Open 10am–5pm daily.
FREE admission.

Until 3rd June
• A Portrait of Our Mother works by Jake Soewardie
- The Pick by Patrick Corrigan AM.
Location: The Penrith Regional Gallery & The
Lewers Bequest
86 River Rd, Emu Plains.
Enquiries: 4735 1100



Wed 09 May 2012 - Sun 08 Jul 2012 - 21st Century Beginnings - The Corrigan Collection of Aboriginal Art

Details: Until 8th July
• 21st Century Beginnings - The Corrigan
Collection of Aboriginal Art

Open 10am–5pm daily.
FREE admission. Contact
Location: The Penrith Regional Gallery & The
Lewers Bequest
86 River Rd, Emu Plains.
Enquiries: 4735 1100



Fri 11 May 2012 - Sat 26 May 2012 - Me and My Girl

Details: Dural Musical Society presents its first show of the year a 1930's musical - Me and My Girl. It's 1937 and the Earl of Hareford has died leaving no apparent heir. The family members have gathered, eagerly waiting to hear how the estate will be split. However the family solicitor, Parchester, announces that he has tracked down an heir to both the family fortune and the family seat of Hareford Hall. The unlikely beneficiary is one Bill Snibson, a barrow boy from Lambeth. Come along and find out how Bill's life suddenly changes.

Performances: 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 at 8:00pm
Matinees: 13, 20 at 2:00pm

We also offer a pre-show dining experience with 42 Bannerman Trattoria & Bar at Glenhaven at $65.00 per adult or $55.00 per concession.

For all bookings and packages call MCA Ticketing.
Location: Dural Soldiers Memorial Hall
604 Old Northern Road
Dural
Cost: Adults $25, Children/Concessions $15
Time: Performances 8:00pm, Matinees 2.00pm
Enquiries: MCA Ticketing - 1300 306 776

http://www.duralmusicalsociety.org

Fri 11 May 2012 - Sun 01 Jul 2012 - Gallery Blackheath Autumn/Winter Exhibition

Details: -- OPENING 2.30pm SATURDAY 12 MAY with DR ANNE GRAHAM --

The new exhibition featuring PHOTOGRAPHY by MARCELA VILAPLANA and LENORE GEE; SCULPTURE by ARIS RUICENS and new works by Kathryn Uther, Margaret Aalders, Les Love, Pat Skenridge, Leonie Lyall, Michael van Langenberg.

Gallery Hours:
10am - 5 pm Friday - Sunday, Public Holidays and by appointment.
Location: 44 Govetts Leap Road
Blackheath
Enquiries: (02) 4787 8800



Sun 13 May 2012 - Fri 18 May 2012 - Varuna Sydney Writers’ Festival 2012

Details: VARUNA SYDNEY WRITERS' FESTIVAL

All events are at the Carrington Hotel in Katoomba, unless otherwise indicated.

Tickets available online or from Gleebooks Blackheath and Sydney or as indicated for individual events.

1. THE WRITERS' WALK
May 13 10am-12pm
Take an easy bushwalk in the company of poet Deb Westbury, local historian John Low and a Discovery Ranger. Let them help you be inspired by nature to write poetry.

2. CENTRAL WEST WRITERS' CENTRE POETRY IN CATHEDRAL CAVE
May 13 3.30pm - 5.30pm
Cathedral Cave, Jenolan Caves Oberon
Experience some of Australia's most inspiring poetry with David Malouf, Judith Beveridge, Mark Tredinnick, David Brooks and Brenda Saunders. The poetry will be accompanied by the haunting sound of the Shakuhachi flute performed by Bronwyn Kirkpatrick.

3. SPECULATIVE HISTORY AND BIOGRAPHY
May 14 10-11am
Dr Martin Thomas, landscape historian and author of The Artificial Horizon: Imagining the Blue Mountains and the speculative biography of anthropologist R.H. Matthews, talks to former Attorney General and MP Bob Debus.

4. SPECULATING FUTURES AND BENDING GENRES
May 14 11.30am-12.30pm
Steven Amsterdam (What the Family Needed), Claire Corbett (When We Have Wings), and Kim Westwood (The Courier's New Bicycle) creatively re-imagine our futures and challenge traditional literary genres.

5. MEMOIR: PUBLIC ISSUES & PRIVATE LIVES
May 14 1.30-2.30pm
Leading teachers and writers of creative non-fiction and memoir, Australian Patti Miller (The Mind of a Thief) and Robin Hemley (A Field Guide to Immersion Writing: Memoir, Journalism and Travel) from Iowa in the U.S., talk to Carol Major about their new books.

6. EVERYONE'S A CRITIC: FOOD WRITING AND CULTURE IN A DIGITAL AGE
May 14 3-4pm
Geordie Williamson, literary critic of The Australian in conversation with Charlotte Wood (Love & Hunger: Thoughts on the Gift of Food) and Elizabeth Merryment (journalist and food writer).

7. BRANDL & SCHLESINGER BOOK LAUNCHES AND POETRY READINGS
May 14 4.30-5.30pm
Susan Hayes from the Australia Council launches new books by Margaret West (Leaf and Stone), Rhyll McMaster (Late Night Shopping), Aidan Coleman (Asymmetry) and S.K. Kelen (Island Earth - New and Selected Poems).

8. THE HUMAN ARK
May 15 10-11am
Charlotte Wood (Animal People) and Carrie Tiffany (Mateship with Birds) in conversation with Tegan Bennett Daylight.

9. BUILDING EMPATHY IN AN AGE OF TERRORISM AND ASYLUM SEEKING
May 15 11.30am-12.30pm
As society polarises around these issues Chris McCourt (The Cleansing of Mahommed) and Ghassan Nakhoul, first Arabic writer to win a Walkley Award and author of Overboard, discuss how they've creatively attempted to humanise the debate.

10. A BEAUTIFUL BROGUE
May 15 1.30-2.30pm
Irish novelist Sebastian Barry talking to Kate Fagan about On Canaan's Side - a rich historical novel about Lilly Bere, forced by events in Ireland to flee to America.

11. JESMYN WARD
May 15 3-4pm
Jesmyn Ward, in conversation with Geordie Williamson about her heartbreaking novel Salvage the Bones which won the US 2011 National Book Award for Fiction.

12. LAUNCH INTO POETRY
May 15 4.30-5.30pm
An entertaining hour of poetry to launch new collections by Mark O'Flynn (Untested Cures), John Watson (Four Refrains and Occam's Aftershave) and David Musgrave (Concrete Tuesday).

13. VARUNA CHILDREN'S DAY
May 18 10.30am-2pm
Blackheath Community Hall
A magical day for young and old (from 8+) featuring puppeteer Asphyxia and The Grimstones, interactive storyteller Katherine McLeod and publisher
Margaret Hamilton in conversation with children's authors Ursula Dubosarsky, James Roy and Stephen Measday.

For a more detailed program and to view more information about participants please visit our website.

Single session tickets are available directly from Varuna.
Location: All events are at the Carrington Hotel in Katoomba, unless otherwise indicated



Enquiries: 4782 5674

http://www.varuna.com.au

Thu 17 May 2012 - Fri 18 May 2012 - James and The Giant Peach

Details: Thursday 17th – Friday 18th May

10am & 1pm on both days. When James
HenryTrooter accidently drops a bag full
of magic byPeach tree, something strange
begins to happen… Ticket price A $18 /
Student $16 / Group $64 (must include 2
children)
Location: Joan Sutherland Performing Arts
Centre and Q Theatre
597 High Street, Penrith
Enquiries: 4723 7600



Sat 19 May 2012 - Mad Hatter's Tea party (Australia's Big morning Tea fundraiser)

Details: Come along to this Magical Tea Party hosted by Terence Brabazon and Belladonna Brabazon, you will be blown away by the amazing “Alice in wonderland” Themed Balloon creations created by very talented Balloon artists, large balloon teapots/ tea cups / flowers and much more. Very Talented magician’s roving, face painters, balloon twisters Jumping castles, Along with the traditional morning tea, coffee and cakes all in an effort to raise funds for cancer. So bring the kids and join us in this magical event
Location: Richmond Oval corner of East market and March st Richmond NSW
Time: 10am-2pm
Enquiries: -



Sat 19 May 2012 - Christine Wheeler and Friends - CD Launch - ‘Rain in the Mountains: Songs from Henry Lawson’

Details: CD Launch - Christine Wheeler and Friends

‘Rain in the Mountains: Songs from Henry Lawson’

Support Artist - Francesca Sidoti

You are invited to the launch of a special new album I’ve been working on with fellow-Blue Mountains musicians.

Blue Mountains musician and singer Christine Wheeler is joined by a fine group of acoustic musicians for the launch of a unique musical project:

‘Rain in the Mountains - Songs from Henry Lawson’ - songs created from the poetry of Australia’s national bard with contemporary folk settings as varied and beautiful as Lawson’s timeless words.

Led by Christine’s classic folk voice and her flute and whistle playing, this concert features some exceptional and diverse musicians. The celtic styles of Leigh Birkett on guitar, bouzouki and vocals, the classical beauty of Rebecca Daniels on violin and vocals, two of Tamworth’s favourite sons, Michael Vidale on bass and vocals and Simon Watts on fiddle plus Eastern music expert John Robinson on mandolin, bouzouki, oud and guitar.

In addition to the CD, for sale on the night will be a unique songbook published by the NSW Folk Federation entitled ‘The Songs of Henry Lawson’.

Pre-sale tickets are available through the Try Booking website.



Location: Katoomba RSL Auditorium
Lurline Street
Katoomba
Cost: $25/$18
Time: 4pm
Enquiries: info@trybooking.com

http://www.trybooking.com/24247

Sat 19 May 2012 - Sun 03 Jun 2012 - Grease - A Blue Mountains Musical Society Production

Details: The excitement of Rydell High, the Pink Ladies and the T-Birds comes roaring into Springwood in May - the latest production from Blue Mountains Musical Society.

Catch up with the Grease characters you love - Sandy, Danny and Rizzo - and jive to all your favourite songs, including Summer Lovin', Look at me I'm Sandra Dee and of course, Greased Lightnin'.

This onstage extravaganza runs for a limited time from May 19 to June 3 at the Springwood Civic Centre.

Book your tickets for Grease now, and find out why Grease really is the Word!

Bookings can either be made online, or by phoning the Blue Mountains Musical Society.

Location: Springwood Civic Centre
Macquarie Road
Springwood
Cost: $17 - $37
Enquiries: 02 4739-0555

http://www.bmms.org.au

Sat 19 May 2012 - The Hills Relay for Life

Details: Relay For Life is a unique, 24-hour fundraising event that brings communities together.It involves getting a team together of 10-15 and taking turns to walk around the Showground to raise pivotal funds for the Cancer Council. This involves research and important support programs. It's a team event for young and old, cancer survivors, carers, families, work, school, community and sporting clubs. It is not an athletic event, it is a day full of fun, food and socialising with the community all in a fight to defeat cancer.

You can join or create a team in the 2012 Hills Relay for Life here

You can also help with Relay by assisting the Committee in the lead up to Relay and at the event. For more information, contact the Chair, Bev Jordan at jordanb@hillsshiretimes.com.au
Location: Castle Hill Showground
Cost: $15 dollars before May 4th, $20 after that
Time: 9:30am
Enquiries: 0412754119



Sat 19 May 2012 - Sun 20 May 2012 - The Greengrass Antique and Modern Arms Fair

Details: Antique and modern pistols, rifles, shotguns, books, medals, knives, swords, safe & security equipment, videos, scopes & binoculars, watches, militaria, historical memorabilia and collectables and displays. Trinkets and novelties - something for everyone.

All items for sale or trade, interstate dealers in attendance.

Wheelchair Access - Ample Parking - Cafe Operating on site and inside.

Adults $10 (children under 16 free when accompanied by adult).




Location: Expo Pavilion, Panthers, Mulgoa Rd Penrith
Time: Sat 9 - 5 Sun 9 - 3
Enquiries: 0407 016 420

http://www.penrithgunshow.com.au

Sat 19 May 2012 - Family Astronomy Night

Details: Saturday 19th May

7.00 pm - 9.00 pm. Adult $15, Child/Conc $10, Family
$40. Bookings Essential.
Location: UWS, Great Western Highway, Werrington North,
Building AO.
Enquiries: 4736 0135 (Mon, Wed, Thur)



Sat 19 May 2012 - The Rat Pack

Details: The show includes all the songs the Humour and the
wit that made this trio the Kings of Las Vegas 7:30pm
All tickets $37.50.
Contact
Location: Panthers, Mulgoa Road, Penrith.
Enquiries: 1800 061 991



Sat 19 May 2012 - Sun 20 May 2012 - World Unlimited & 6ltr Displacement Championships Round 2 – Penrith

Details: Gates to open 8am. Adults $20 Children 5 –16 &
under $10. The pit area will be open to general public
on Friday and closed until after racing on the Saturday
and Sunday.
Location: Sydney International Regatta Centre (SIRC), Old
Castlereagh Rd. Penrith.
Enquiries: 0418 673 458



Monthly on the 3rd Saturday
Sat 19 May 2012 - Jenolan Caves Concerts in the Cathedral Chamber

Details: CELLO CONCERTS IN THE CAVES WITH GEORG MERTENS are held regularly, every third Saturday of the month in 2011, commencing at 4pm.
CONCERTS IN THE CAVES WITH THE PAGANINI DUO are held regularly every fourth Saturday of the month in 2011, commencing at 4pm.
* Exception: The December Gypsy concert will be on Boxing Day, 2011 Monday 26th Dec 4 pm.
Jenolan Caves House generously offers complimentary wine & cheese after the Concerts from 6.30pm for all concert visitors.
A chance to chat with the artists - all CD's are on display and for sale to a reduced price.
For your Comfort:
There is no need any more to bring a cushion or a chair. Comfortable chairs are now provided in the cave for visitors.
The Cave is naturally rock conditioned at 15 degrees Celsius, warm in winter, cool in summer. It is recommended to bring a light jumper.
Location: Jenolan Caves
Enquiries: 1300 76 3311 or 02 6359 3911 then dial 2

http://www.youtube.com/georgcello

Monthly on the 3rd Saturday
Sat 19 May 2012 - Mount Vic Monthly Musical Afternoons

Details: From March 24th Musical Afternoons will be held every month on the third Saturday and will feature a different musical genre each month.

High Tea will be served during Interval.

These concerts will provide a fantastic opportunity for new performers to play solo, in duet or ensemble, sing or dance to an audience and are open to all ages. Contact Barbara on 4787 5085 for an audition.

Location: Saint Jax (former church)
18-22 Matlock Street (off Mt York Rd at the top of Victoria Pass)
Mount Victoria
Enquiries: 4787 5085 or0421 994 248



Selected Dates until Sat 08 Sep 2012
Sat 19 May - Wizard's School of Magic

Details: Join the fun at the Wizard's School of Magic!

With an hour and a half of magical craft and fun activities including a Jumping Castle (weather permitting), this should suit wizards of all ages.

Time: 2 sessions per day - 11am to 12.30pm OR 1pm to 2.30pm

Cost: $20.00 per child - 5+ years. Younger children may attend accompanied by an adult.

Bookings are essential, so please call or email us.

For a full day of fun, why not tie in a journey on the Wizards Express at the Zig Zag railway?
Location: Waratah Education Centre
The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden
Mount Tomah
Enquiries: 4567 3000



Every  Week on Saturday until Mon 24 Sep 2012
Sat 19 May, Sat 26 May, Sat 02 Jun - Bilpin Markets

Details: Every Saturday 10am to 12noon Bilpin Community Hall
Location: Bells Line of Road, Bilpin
Time: 10am to 12noon
Enquiries: (02) 4567 2124



Every  Week on Saturday until Mon 24 Sep 2012
Sat 19 May, Sat 26 May, Sat 02 Jun - Greyhound Racing

Details: Saturdays - From 7pm. Admission Price - $6 (adults), FREE (senior citizens & children under 16).
Location: Richmond Race Club 312 Londonderry Rd
Time: From 7pm
Enquiries: 4578 2136



Selected Dates until Sun 20 May 2012
Sun 20 May - Blackheath Phoenix Choir

Details: Blackheath Phoenix Choir Autumn Concert, Saturday May 12th - 3.00 pm, Blackheath Uniting Church - Govett's Leap Rd

Sunday May 20th - 2.00 pm, Hoskins Memorial Uniting Church - cnr Bridge St and Mort St Lithgow

MADRIGALS AND PARTSONGS - from Renaissance to Modern, including works by Dowland, Palestrina, Purcell and Schumann.

These will be the choir's premier performances with new MD Rowen Fox. $15 or $12 (conc.) Afternoon tea follows the concerts.
Location: Saturday May 12th - 3.00 pm, Blackheath Uniting Church - Govett's Leap Rd

Sunday May 20th - 2.00 pm, Hoskins Memorial Uniting Church - cnr Bridge St and Mort St Lithgow
Cost: $15/$12
Time: See Details
Enquiries: 0437 255 816

http://www.phoenixchoir.org.au

Every  Week on Sunday until Tue 25 Sep 2012
Sun 20 May, Sun 27 May, Sun 03 Jun - Windsor Mall Craft Markets

Details: Every Sunday – Windsor Mall between Baker and Fitzgerald Sts., Windsor.
Location: Windsor Mall, George Street, Windsor
Enquiries: 0418 869 685



Every  Week on Sunday until Tue 25 Sep 2012
Sun 20 May, Sun 27 May, Sun 03 Jun - Magnificent Barrenjoey Lighthouse Experience

Details: Come and experience one of the most breathtaking views of Sydney, climb the winding lighthouse stairs, be a part of Sydney's history at the beautifully restored and recently opened Barrenjoey Lighthouse at Palm Beach. Bring water, hat, rain gear, sun and insect protection and a snack. When: Guided tours are conducted every Sunday, between 11:00 AM and 03:00 PM (weather permitting). Tours take approximately half an hour. Duration: 0.5 hours Meeting point: Meet at the top (steep 20-minute walk on uneven ground) at the keeper's cottage Cost: $3 adults, $2 children Tours will not run in the event of a Total Fire Ban or severe weather conditions
Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
Enquiries: 02 9472 9300



Every  Week on Monday until Wed 26 Sep 2012
Mon 21 May, Mon 28 May, Mon 04 Jun - Mums and Bubs Craft

Details: Every Monday (during School term)
Come along to our FREE Mums and Bubs Craft Session! Kids are invited to do craft and have a play in our playground. We also provide them with drinks and snacks! There is a Lucky Door Prize to be won each week. Mums and Dads are invited to come along and make some new friends! For further details contact Siobhan/Bec
Location: Bunnings Norwest
Time: 10am-11am
Enquiries: 9854 9500



Tue 22 May 2012 - Fri 25 May 2012 - The Arty Bra Exhibition

Details: The ArtyBra Collection will be on display at The Carrington Hotel and this is the last opportunity to see the ArtyBra 2012 Collection in the lead up to the Auction on May 26th.

The ArtyBra Project is a fundraising initiative of Blue Mountains Cancer Help. People are asked to let their imagination run wild, to paint, sculpt, stitch, construct or embellish an ArtyBra and donate it to Blue Mountains Cancer Help who will auction it to the highest bidder.

Blue Mountains Cancer Help is a locally based organisation established to provide support for local residents who have been diagnosed with cancer. Blue Mountains Cancer Help is funded through its Op-Shops, fund raising bequests and donations.

For further information about ArtyBra Project please contact Rosemary or Annette at BMCH Mon-Fri 10am-4pm (02) 4782 4866; E: bmchinc@bigpond.net.au or go to www.cancerhelp.net.au


The ArtyBra Auction will take place during a cocktail party on Saturday May 26, 4.30pm –7pm.

Tickets $30, Includes canapés, wine and beer.
NUMBERS LIMITED, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL.
To book call The Carrington Hotel.
Location: The Grand Ballroom
The Carrington Hotel
5 Katoomba Street
Katoomba
Time: 10am-4pm
Enquiries: 4782 1111



Tue 22 May 2012 - Sat 02 Jun 2012 - Truck Stop

Details: It is an important, funny and confronting work for people of all ages. Patron advice: this play contains strong coarse language and sexual references. Recommended for audiences 15+.

Previews: 8pm Tuesday 22nd
Season: 8pm Wednesday 23rd May to Saturday 2nd June + 2pm Saturday 26th May & 2pm Saturday 2nd June.
Tickets $42- $48.
Location: Joan Sutherland Performing Arts
Centre and Q Theatre
597 High Street, Penrith
Enquiries: 4723 7600

http://www.jspac.com.au

Every  Week on Tuesday until Thu 27 Sep 2012
Tue 22 May, Tue 29 May, Tue 05 Jun - The Wise ‘Chicks’ Walkers

Details: We all know we should eat well and exercise, but it’s too hot or too cold, or you don’t want to go alone -
or you will start tomorrow… or tomorrow…….. Well, there is no better time than NOW!
Stay fit & healthy, enjoy the fresh air, meet new people and catch up on the latest goss, while walking along a
beautiful and scenic country road with hardly any traffic and in good company!
You can walk at your own pace and buddy up with someone who enjoys a similar pace.
Walking time: Start 8.30am - finish 9.30am
Followed by a healthy light breakfast at the Community Centre!
Bring: Sunhat, sun glasses, water, mobile phone if you have one
Wear: Comfortable shoes & clothes,
sun screen
Cost: Gold coin donation for breakfast
For more information and how to join
please call Birgit at Forgotten Valley
Mobile Resource Unit.
Location: Meet: Tuesdays at 8.30am
at the Wisemans Ferry Community
Centre, Singleton Road
Time: Start 8.30am - finish 9.30am
Enquiries: 4566 4328



Every  Week on Tuesday until Thu 27 Sep 2012
Tue 22 May, Tue 29 May, Tue 05 Jun - Forgotten Valley Knitting Group

Details: The Forgotten Valley Knitting Group meets every Tuesday at 9.30am.
Location: Wisemans Ferry Community Centre
Time: 9.30am
Enquiries: 4566 4328



Every  Week on Tuesday until Thu 27 Sep 2012
Tue 22 May, Tue 29 May, Tue 05 Jun - It's All About You! - (Families with Young Children)

Details: For children between 0 -5 Years
Do you want to meet others who live in the local area?
Play Time support group
.Develop a sense of belonging
.Connect with the community
.Develop social networks
.Knowledge about resources
.Children activities
Activities
Weekly play sessions (supported playgroup) on Tuesday 10 am to 12 noon Monthly information sessions/group work sessions - different topic, speaker, facilitator
- Free Child Care
- Free refresments
Location: Torry Burn Reserve, Scout Hall, Jasper Rd, corner of Eames Avenue, Baulkham Hills
Time: 10 am to 12 noon
Enquiries: 02 9639 8620



Every  Week on Tuesday until Tue 18 Dec 2012
Tue 22 May, Tue 29 May, Tue 05 Jun - Penrith District Nitro Race Night

Details: Every Tuesday Night - Registration commences 6.15pm and racing begins 7.15pm. Entry for spectators is free.
Location: Sydney International Regatta Centre, Old Castlereagh Road, Penrith
Cost: Free for Spectators
Enquiries: 4730 0000



Wed 23 May 2012 - National Simultaneous Storytime

Details: National Simultaneous Storytime is an annual event to promote literacy and
reading. Libraries from around Australia will read The Very Cranky Bear by Nick
Bland. Penrith and St Marys libraries will host a reading between 10.30am to
11.30am. Be early for this popular event!

Location: Penrith City Library
601 High Street,
Penrith
Time: 11am
Enquiries: 4732 7891



Wed 23 May 2012 - Morning Melodies – ‘Round the World in 80 Minutes Starring NSW Police Band

Details: Explore the sounds of Big Band, Jazz, Classics and more from here, there and everywhere! Morning Melodies tickets are $18 each, with morning tea commencing at 10am, and the performance at 11am.
Location: Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre and Q Theatre
597 High Street
Penrith
Enquiries: 4723 7600

http://www.jspac.com.au

Every  Week on Wednesday until Fri 21 Sep 2012
Wed 23 May, Wed 30 May, Wed 06 Jun - Playgroup

Details: Every Wednesday morning during school terms. From 9.30 am - 11.30 am Cost: $2.00 per family Bring: Healthy morning tea for your child, a hat & sunscreen and a piece of fruit to share. Tea & Coffee for parents is provided. Playgroup provides an opportunity for parents/carers to spend quality time with their children, whilst assisting to develop new skills and allowing children and adults to interact and socialise in a fun & safe environment.
Location: Wisemans Ferry Community Centre Lot 6 Singleton Road
Enquiries: 4566 4328



Every  Week on Wednesday until Wed 19 Dec 2012
Wed 23 May, Wed 30 May, Wed 06 Jun - Penrith Showground Markets

Details: Every Wednesday - 8.30am–1.30pm. 250-300 stalls selling products ranging from plants, fruit & veg, clothing, lingerie, tools, craft supplies, car supplies, pets, bric a brac, etc.
Location: Penrith Showground, Station Street, Penrith
Time: 8.30am–1.30pm
Enquiries: 4721 0821



Every  Week on Thursday until Sat 29 Sep 2012
Thu 24 May, Thu 31 May, Thu 07 Jun - Hawkesbury Organic Food Co-op

Details: Hawkesbury Organic Food Co-op operates every Thursday evening from 5pm-6.30pm.
Location: Hawkesbury Skill Offices
23 Bosworth Street
Richmond
Time: 5pm-6.30pm
Enquiries: 02 4575 3235



Fri 25 May 2012 - Sun 27 May 2012 - Orchid Show and Display

Details: Orchids Out West presents

Orchid Show and Display with lots of orchids for sale

When: Friday 25th May to Sunday 27th May 2012

Times: Friday and Saturday 9am – 4pm and Sunday 9am – 3pm

Admission: $5.00. Bus Load: $4.00

Plenty of free parking

Clarendon Railway Station nearby

BBQ and light refreshments available
Location: Hawkesbury Race Course, Clarendon (opposite Richmond RAAF Base)
Enquiries: 0418 115 217



Fri 25 May 2012 - Art Blocks For Tots

Details: Looking for something interesting to do with your little kids, then look no further - come along to the Gallery for Art Blocks for Tots.

The Gallery has programmed a special art making activity aimed at preschoolers 3-5 years old. Toddlers, together with their parents and carers, get to have fun while learning about art.

10am – 11am. Make a concertina book, with a pocket on each page to keep the treasures you’ve created.
Location: The Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest, 86 River Rd, Emu Plains.
Enquiries: 4735 1100



Fri 25 May 2012 - Sun 03 Jun 2012 - Grandmothers Cottages Marathon

Details: With Grandmother's Cottages Marathon you can participate in part or the entire marathon from Lithgow to Windsor on either or both weekends of event.

Grandmother Cottages Incorporated aims are to provide safe refuge for children requiring emergency care and accommodation in a warm loving environment.

Walkers raising the most money for Grandmother's Cottages will win a free ticket on the VS Jet Full Motion Flight Simulator at The Edge Cinema, Katoomba. There are four categories, Family, Club, Individual and School. Fun, fun and more fun. Go to Grandmother's website for application forms. Closing date is 18 May 2012, so be quick.
Location: From Lithgow to Windsor
Enquiries: 02 4784 1291



Monthly on the Last Friday
Fri 25 May 2012 - WRAP WITH LOVE AT ST ALBANS

Details: If you would like to join a group at St Albans to knit squares and make blankets for the WRAP WITH LOVE project, and of course enjoy each others company, please come to St Albans Gallery on the last Friday of each month, between 10am and 1pm. If you have size 8 needles and 8 ply wool bring them.
Location: St Albans Gallery
17 Wharf St
Time: between 10am and 1pm
Enquiries: 4568 2286



Sat 26 May 2012 - Sun 27 May 2012 - Great Train Weekend

Details: The very popular Great Train Weekend is held annually at Mount Victoria.

Held in May because Blaxland, Lawson and Wentworth first crossed the area in May 1813 and in May 1868 the railway arrived in town.

The Great Train Weekend is a very enjoyable and affordable weekend held in a village where you step back in time to the last authentic 19th Century village in the Blue Mountains - Mount Victoria the crossroads of the Blue Mountains. The village is now heritage listed and hosts a number of historic buildings.

Around Town
•Great Food
•Fun for Kids
•Amusement Rides in Park
•Photographic Competition ($250 prize!)
•Music at venues around town
•Garage Sales
•Fun Bus - easy to get around town
•Buskers
•Street Organ
•Historic Walks
•Vintage Engines
•Historic Cars

At Mount Victoria Station
•Lions Club Weekend Information Booth
•Treasure Hunt starts
•Tin Hare Train Shuttle from Mount Victoria to Katoomba and Lithgow operating both days (tickets available from the stations on the day)

At Mount Vic Flicks

Harley Avenue
•Blue Mountains Film Festival
•Live Radio Plays (Saturday only)
•Great Choc Tops!
•Check theatre for details - (02) 4787 1577

At Mount Victoria Public School
•Model Railway Exhibition ($6 Adults, $4 Children)
•Entertainment for Children
•Thomas the Tank Engine Rides
•Market
•Cake Stall
•Great Hot Food, Tea and Coffee

At Trains, Planes & Automobiles
•Garden Railway Display
•Great Train Weekend Specials

At Blue Mountains Manor House

Montgomery Street
•Antique Sound Society Demonstration
•Train Dinner on Saturday
•Exhibition of 2011 Photo Competition Entries
•"Spirit of the Great Train Weekend" (Head On Festival)

At St Peter's Church

Great Western Highway
•Traditional Railway Food at the Railway Refreshment Room Re-enactment
•Static Model Railway Display
•Chevrolet Car Display
•Church Open - see the oldest church building in the Blue Mountains

At Lutanda Conference Centre

3-9 Eltham Park Ave, Eltham Park (behind Caltex)
•Special Craft Market
•Great Food
•100 Mile Dinner with entertainment on Saturday Night (02) 4787 1540

At Mount Victoria Historical Society

Railway Station Museum
•Historic Railway Displays and much more
($3 Adults, 50 cents Children)
•Historic Wood Turning Display

At the Victoria & Albert

Station Street
•Art Exhibition

At the Imperial Hotel
•Great Pub Food

Accommodation

Special Great Train Weekend Accommodation Packages at:
•Blue Mountains Manor House (02) 4787 1369
•Cedar Lodge Cabins (02) 4787 1256
•Hotel Imperial (02) 4787 1878
•Victoria & Albert (02) 4787 1241


Mount Victoria is at the top of – and is also the crossroads of – the Blue Mountains. The town is heritage listed, hosts many heritage buildings, and is the last authentic 19th century village in the Blue Mountains...worth a visit at any time!

Organised by the Mount Victoria Community Association, Tourism Development Group for the benefit of all members of the community.

Children's prices are based on a child 12 or under.

Events subject to change prior to the date.
Location: Mount Victoria NSW
Enquiries: 0408176413



Sat 26 May 2012 - The Blue Mountains Film Festival - Encore Screening

Details: See all of the finalist films and festival winners from the 2011 Blue Mountains Film Festival in one screening!

All tickets are $10 and are restricted to 18+.

Visit our website for details or call and book directly with the venue.
Location: Mt Vic Flicks
Harley Avenue
Mount Victoria
Cost: $10 (18+ Only)
Time: 7pm
Enquiries: 4787 1577

http://www.bluemountainsfilmfestival.com/

Sat 26 May 2012 - Music for Eternity - Penrith Symphony Orchestra

Details: Music for Eternity is the title of the Penrith Symphony Orchestra’s concert on Saturday 26 May at 8.00pm at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, 597 High Street, Penrith.

Featuring works by Rimsky-Korsakov, Liszt with young pianist Cowley Fu winner of the PSO 2011 Outstanding Student Award and Faure's Requiem with Penrith City Choir and Academy Singers, soloists Alexander Knight and local boy soprano Matthew Phillips.

Tickets (adults $35.00 Concession $32 Family $90 Under 20’s $20) can be obtained from the JOAN Box Office (02)4721 7600

Location: Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, 597 High Street, Penrith.
Enquiries: (02)4721 7600



Sat 26 May 2012 - Roy Orbison Re-born

Details: The World’s No1 Tribute to the Big O- Starring DEAN BOURNE.

In their own words many of Australia’s greatest performers and personalities say Dean Bourne - ‘You Got It’.

Location: Panthers, Mulgoa Road, Penrith.

Enquiries: 1800 061 991

http://www.penrith.panthers.com.au

Sat 26 May 2012 - Luca Ciarla – Gypsy Quartet

Details: 7pm. Direct from Italy, Luca Ciarla is one of the world’s most exuberant and acclaimed violinists.

Ticket price A $45 / C $42
Location: Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre and Q Theatre
597 High Street, Penrith
Enquiries: 4723 7600

http://www.jspac.com.au

Sun 27 May 2012 - Mamre Harvest Festival

Details: 9.30am - 3.30pm. Soak up the carnival atmosphere, enjoy the live entertainment
and taste the harvest! Adults $3, children free. Cooking demonstrations, Scone
baking competition and much more.
Location: Mamre House
181 Mamre Road
Orchard Hills
Enquiries: 9670 5321

http://www.mamre.com.au

Sun 27 May 2012 - Panthers VS Sea Eagles

Details: NRL ROUND 12. Kick Off 2pm.

Location: Centrebet Stadium
Enquiries: (02) 4720 5555

http://www.penrithpanthers.com.au

Monthly on the 4th Sunday
Sun 27 May 2012 - Glenorie Growers' Market

Details: 4th Sunday each month
Fantastic growers' and producers' market showcasing the highest quality meat, fruit and vegetables, smoked and fresh fish, poultry and game, goats'and cows' milk cheeses, free range eggs, olives, oils, wine and much more. Producers include Belgian Chocolate delicacies, soy candles, honey products, artisan breads, air-dried pet treats, exotic licoric and candy. Jazz music adds to the relaxed atmosphere of this lovely semi-rural venue and there are fun activities for the kids.
Location: Glenorie Shopping Village carpark
Time: 8.00am - 1.00pm
Enquiries: 0423 727 826



Monthly on the Last Sunday
Sun 27 May 2012 - Radio Plays at The Mountain Heritage

Details: On the LAST Sunday of the month, the Blue Mountains Radio Players perform live Radio Plays at 2:30pm and Devonshire Tea is served after the performance.

The 'Theatre of the Mind' is designed to take the audience back 70 and 80 years, to the days of the 1930's and 40's. This afternoon delight costs $15.00pp incl. Devonshire Tea.

Take the entertainment home with you: copies of the CDs are available for sale after each show.
Location: The Mountain Heritage
Cnr Apex & Lovel Streets
Katoomba
Cost: $15
Time: 2:30pm
Enquiries: 4782 2155


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