Newsletter | #117 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #117 | What's On this Week

Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for March 30 - April 6 (Next Monday), 2009.

This week.. The laugh's on all of us as the Melbourne International Comedy Festival rolls into town with some of the best and funniest performers from here and afar. The Whittlesea Music Festival also makes a triumphant return this weekend with a special concert, while there's also the Collingwood Harvest Festival celebrating the best of their homegrown crop - veggies, that is...

There's also a rare chance to witness a re-enactment of The Man From Snowy River with a performance by our very own Jack Thompson at the, you guessed it, Man from Snowy River Bush Festival. There's also the Moonee Valley Youth Week Festival in, you got me again, Moonee Valley, while you can also enjoy the Castlemaine State Festival continuing until Sunday.


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NEWSLETTER
What's On this Week is an overview of the (too many to mention) events happening this week in Melbourne. To see everything that is happening on any given day this week, view our What's On MELBOURNE Calendar

There are sport details, special dining offers and info on upcoming events and highlights in beautiful Melbourne, so read on and enjoy!

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Special Reminder
Day Light Savings Ends | Sunday April 5 - Day Light Savings ends this week at 3am this Sunday, so remember to set your clocks, watches, mobile phones, etc ONE HOUR BACK and ready yourself to hide that look of surprise and pretend you're a diligent worker who planned to arrive to work an hour early.
This Sunday - One Hour Back at 3am (or when it suits ya!)


Special Giveaway | See Hugo's Launch!!
Hugo's Holographic Launch - Hugo, the Man of a Thousand Faces, a toy that originated in the '70s, will be relaunched in spectacular fashion this Wednesday at Fed Square with the world's first and largest holographic projection viewable only with special glasses supplied by the promoters.
When: Starts Wednesday & Continues Through April

As part of the event, OnlyMelbourne is one of several websites that have been given the chance to pass along 30 free kits that include the special viewing glasses needed on the day to witness the impressive display.

To enter the competition, simply tell us in 25 words or less what performance you'd most like to see if you couldn't see it, yet could watch others watching it while you weren't watching it and why.

Email your reply with Hugo's Holographic Launch in the subject line - Click Here
Note: Only Winners will be notified with return email detailing how to claim their Special Eyewear.
Competition Closes This Wednesday at Midnight


Major Events Guide
The Melbourne International Comedy Festival returns this year with a great program of performances by some of the best and greatest entertainers from every corner of Australia and from overseas. With shows for people of all ages at various venues in Melbourne, the festival offers comedy, circus, theatre and more.
When: Starts Wednesday | Ends: April 26


The Eucalypt Festival, held at the Royal Botanic Garden in Cranbourne, celebrates the diverse beauty of our most symbolic tree with a range of fun walks, workshops, family programs, kids activities and more during Autumn. The official launch this week includes wine, cheese and a special discussion by botanists.
When: Launch Held Friday - 6pm to 7:30pm | Ends: May


The Man from Snowy River Bush Festival, held annually in Corryong, Victoria, is a unique bush gathering of mountain riders, poets, artists and lovers of the Australian High Country. This year the festival includes an exciting re-enactment of AB Banjo Paterson's famous poem, featuring Jack Thompson.
When: This Thursday to Sunday


The Whittlesea Country Music Festival will make a triumphant comeback at Whittlesea Showgrounds, celebrating Australian country music with a host of talented performers and country style activities for people of all ages. The festival's comeback concert will also raise funds for those affected by recent fires.
When: This Saturday - 12noon to 10pm


The Collingwood Harvest Festival is an annual community festival held on the grounds of the Collingwood Housing Estate, celebrating the harvest of vegetables grown in the Community Gardens on the estate. Activities include cooking demonstrations, garden tours, art workshops and stage entertainment.
When: This Saturday - 2pm to 6pm | Free Event


Moonee Valley Youth Week Festival, held at Queens Park in Moonee Ponds, returns this year with an exciting line up of performers across three stages. The all ages event includes skate demos, hip hop dancers, roaming performers, giveaways, market stalls, information stalls and more.
When: This Sunday | Free Event


Art is...tasty is a festival held in Horsham that celebrates the diversity of 'taste' in our community with a program of performances and events for all ages. The festival provides an interpretation of what constitutes good or bad taste and how people feel about different genres of art, culture and ideas.
When: Continues All Week Until Sunday


The Castlemaine State Festival is a biennial event that features a program for young and old of live theatre and performances of classical and contemporary music, held in Castlemaine's historic theatres and halls as well as in unique venues including mines, churches, parklands and public sites.
When: Continues All Week Until Sunday



Upcoming Events
NEW LIVE CALENDAR
To find out about future events in Melbourne, have a look at our new calendar, with details about many more events that lie ahead, including Exhibitions, Gigs, Markets, Expos and more..

View Future Events on any day of the week


School Holiday Guide
School Holiday Guide for a head start on what to do with the kids during the Autumn School Holidays beginning on Saturday, and running until April 19 this year. The guide is Updated Weekly, highlighting the best things to do over the holiday period for the young and young at heart, with events, tours and holiday care programs.. all in marvellous Melbourne!

I Don't Belong Here but There II, by Shiau-Peng Chen, is part of a special two-person exhibition at Northcote's Immersion Therapy, which examines the shifting political and social climate of North East Asia along with trends in mass commerce. The exhibition includes the show, Melting Down, by Meng-Shu You.
When: Friday to Sunday | Ends: This Week


Novel Vessels is an exhibition by Rosie Miller, held at the gallery of Lindbeg Contemporary Art in Collingwood. A Melbourne artist with a background in different mediums, the exhibition features sculptures that alter the concept of the printed page into beautiful forms that are organic and shell-like in structure.
When: Wednesdays to Saturdays | Ends: April 16


Wildspace, a free exhibition held at Federation Square's Atrium, is the first exhibition of its kind in Australia. Set to become an annual event, the exhibition features depictions of depicting Australian Native Animals in their disappearing environments, with prizes awarded to emerging and established artists.
When: Ends This Monday


An End to Myth, an exhibition held at Flinders Lane Gallery, sees the work of Lizzie Buckmaster-Dove using the practices of natural science and museology to present a new way of examining our country's environmental beauty with paper sculptures that convey the delicate beauty of our wildlife.
When: Tuesday to Saturday | Ends: This Week


John Lennon: Imagine! is an exhibition of never-before-seen and rare photos of the late musician on display at the Art Gallery of Ballarat, the only gallery in Australia to host the exhibition. The exhibition features rare black and white images by world-class photographers such as Dixie Dean and Tom Hanley.
When: Open Daily | Ends: April 13


The Cunningham Dax Collection is currently showcasing two exhibitions, Beyond the Three Trees and Healing Childhood Trauma. With over 12,000 works by people who've experienced mental illness or psychological trauma, the Collection in Parkville uses art to raise awareness of public mental health education.
When: Wednesdays to Saturdays | Ends: April 9


Speaking for the Ordinary Man, now showing at St Kilda's Jewish Museum of Australia, is an exhibition of sculptures by Charles Aisen, a tinsmith whose sculptures trace not only his own life journey but that of many Jews who settled in Australia with his touching works evoking the immigrant experience in Carlton.
When: Tuesdays to Thursdays & Sundays | Ends: April 12


Expos, Launches & Open Days
The Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, held at the Royal Exhibition Building and the beautiful surroundings of Carlton Gardens, is an inspiring showcase of the latest in garden design and floral arrangements along with delicious food and great entertainment offered.
When: This Wednesday to Sunday


Pets in the Park, held in Malvern East's Central Park, is an annual family fun day in the park where family pets can enjoy the fun and entertainment as much as their human companions with industry stalls, pet care demonstrations, dog shows, live music and special displays for kids.
When: This Saturday - 11am to 4pm | Free Event


The Melbourne International Beauty Expo, held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, brings together buyers and suppliers of the Australian professional spa and beauty industry. With workshops and seminars, the event showcases the latest products for those in the beauty industry.
When: This Saturday & Sunday - 10am to 5pm


Performances & Theatre
The Wedding Singer, performed by Bayswater's Fab Nobs Theatre, is the musical version of the popular film, brought to the stage with a score (and hair) that pays homage to the 1980s. Set in 1985, the play captured the romance and comedy of the hit film as Robbie Hart, a jilted wedding singer tried to find love again.
When: Wednesday to Saturday | Ends: This Week


Dance Performances
Ice Skating Family Fun Day - The Olympic Figure Skating Club will be holding a Skating Family Fun Day during School Holidays at the Olympic Ice Skating Centre in Oakleigh South. At just $10 for a family of four and $2 for each additional member, the day includes games, demonstrations and lots of fun.
When: Next Monday - 9:30am to 11:30am


Bubblewrap and Boxes is a special performance as part of Melbourne Comedy Festival and La Mama for Kids, a regular program of performances for children. Featuring clowning and acrobatics, the play is set in the lost mail room where its odd inhabitant's existence is thrown upside down by a new package.
When: Starts Saturday | Ends: Next Thursday


DinoStory | Sand Sculpting Exhibition - Sand Sculpting Australia will again present a special display at the Frankston Waterfront with their newest theme, DinoStory. Featuring the work of sculptors from Australia and overseas, the sand carvings take the form of dinosaurs in stunning detail.
When: Daily (Subject to Weather) | Ends: April 26


Circus Shows
My Picturetown is a special offer to OnlyMelbourne readers from NIKON, the worlds recognised leader in photography. Register as a member (FREE!) and enter the draw for a chance to win great prizes while also enjoying 20 GB of free storage for your prized and precious photographs!
When: Promotional Draw Ends April 30


The Great Transport Race, presented by Metlink, is a series of races held during second term for students in years 7 to 10. Free to enter, there will be four races held at different locations across Melbourne, leading to a major CBD race held on May 27 when student teams battle it out for the GTR champion's trophy.
When: 1st Race - April 29 | Sign Your School Up Today!


Community
Chill Out Session, held at Northcote Town Hall, is an official Pink Ribbon event that offers the chance to reduce stress in your life and learn relaxation skills with relaxation therapist Elaine Doyle from Relaxed Approach. At just $30 per person, the evening includes a delicious light supper, giveaways and more.
When: This Tuesday - 7:30pm to 9pm


Markets, Fetes and Fairs
Visit Here For The Latest Deals With Menulog!! Red Pepper Ristorante and Pizzeria in Bentleigh offers authentic and modern Italian dining, and the finest selection of wines...
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Offer ends March 31 so be sure to Book Early!


Dining in Melbourne offers a splendid range of food styles to enjoy. Here are just a few classic food styles to choose from..

Modern Australian Cuisine
Chinese Restaurants
Italian Restaurants
Seafood Restaurants
French Restaurants
More Restaurants at onlyMelbourne's Dining Directory


Dining In
Menulog Home Delivery is a great chance to eat fine cuisine at home! With over 300 of the best restaurants on offer, you're sure to find something to suit any taste or occasion.

To find fast and easy delivery in your area, Visit Here


OnlyMelbourne Welcomes..
Each week we highlight some 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:
La Tosca Pizza - Black Rock's newest Pizzaria...
Ruth Mundy - A civil celebrant for the gay community...
Beyond the Box - Family owned Apple Premium Resellers...
Northern Computeraide - On site computer repairs & more...View More of the Latest Listings at OnlyMelbourne!

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Sporting Events
AFL Premiership 
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