Newsletter | #161 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #161 | What's On this Week

Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for Tuesday February 2 to Monday February 8, 2010.

This week.. There's the Festival of the Photocopier taking a month long gander at the art of Zinemaking, so if the office toner's running low you might want to head along to that to find some likely culprits. And it's all happening on the high seas as the Melbourne International Boat and Lifestyle Festival cruises into Docklands with a range of events celebrating boating... and also life, it seems, because we all like a bit of that.

Also in Docklands, there's the Rock the Boat Festival, which may have something to do with the former festival, just like in St Kilda you have the St Kilda Festival, which coincides with the St Kilda Laughs Festival. It's either an uncanny run of coincidences, or the festival gurus these days are hedging their bets (and funding) by modelling their event plans on Babushka Dolls.


Valentine's Day
Jersey Boys, performed at the Princess Theatre, is the Broadway hit that charts the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons as the play takes a nostalgic look at how four blue-collar kids became one of the great music successes while showcasing the songs they became famous for.
When: Until February 28


Classical & Recitals
The Australian Chamber Orchestra, appearing at the Arts Centre, will present a performance by Richard Tognetti, the ACO's Artistic Director and Lead Violinist. Performing Mozart's Violin Concerto No.4 and Schubert's Quartettsatz, the concerts also include works by Grieg and Haydn.
When: Sunday & Monday, February 7 & 8


Entertainment & Nightlife
Live Concerts & Gigs
Jeudi Jazzy, held at the cellar of Alliance Française in St Kilda, is a live performance by the New Impromptu Quartet. Featuring Alexander Nettelbeck, Khari Cabral Simmons and Ben Kosi Karsay, the band performs Jazz, Latin and Soul standards alongside their own original compositions.
When: Thursday, February 4


Julie Stewart will be performing at Cristal Lounge in the heart of busy South Yarra. Delivering a truly unforgettable after-dark experience at the stylish cocktail bar, Julie Stewart performs passionate ballads and songs of love, loss, pleasure and pain, with support from H.A.T.S.
When: Thursdays from 7:30pm - Free Entry


Melbourne Zoo Twilights is a chance to enjoy music performed live at Melbourne Zoo with this year's season boasting a great range of performers. Held on the zoo's concert lawn areas, each concert evening also includes special displays of selected species open until 7.30pm.
When: Saturdays & Sundays Until March 14


Jazz at Canterbury Gardens sees the return of this much loved annual event featuring bands that include The Syncopators performing in the 100 year old rotunda of Canterbury's beautiful heritage gardens. The free concert is part of a series in Boroodara's magnificent parks.
When: Saturday, February 6


Twilight Jazz, held at Cruden Farm in Langwarrin, is a fundraising event for the McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park. The event features The Hottentots (pictured) with their uniquely Australian acoustic music style, who'll be performing along with special guest Bob Sedergreen.
When: Saturday, February 6 - 4pm to 8pm


The Stats, a band that's redefined electro with their dynamic live shows and soaring vocals, will be appearing at Revolver in Prahran. One of Melbourne's best electro bands, they'll be headlining a night that includes performances by Back Back Forward Punch and Polygon Palace.
When: Saturday, February 6


The Fairfield Amphitheatre Summer Concert Series returns with a fantastic program of free performances, held every Sunday. Presented by the City of Yarra, the family-friendly concerts feature a diverse range of performers with backgrounds and styles from across the globe.
When: Sundays in February - 5pm to 7:30pm


Cinema
The Rooftop Cinema flickers into action with film screenings of everything from cult favourites to new releases and documentaries, literally offering the height of entertainment with screenings held on the rooftop of Swanston Street's Curtin House along with the rooftop bar.
When: Tuesday to Sunday Until March 28


Moonlight Cinema, held at the Royal Botanic Gardens, is Melbourne's favourite open-air cinema with a program that includes latest releases, contemporary films and cult classic movies. A great way to spend a night out with friends and family, you can bring your own picnic or buy food there.
When: Tuesdays to Sundays Until March 14


Comedy & Spoken Word
Willow Tales, held at Northcote's Willow Bar, offers a night of pure storytelling with performers taking to the stage to share stories, tales and fables from some of Melbourne's top comedians, writers and yarn spinners with performances that offer far more than the usual stand-up shtick.
When: Wednesday, February 3


The St Kilda Laughs Festival, held as part of the Live N Local St Kilda Festival, celebrates Melbourne's love of live comedy with an exciting program held across 8 venues that features over 120 performances that include some of the best comedians from Australia and overseas.
When: February 4 to 14


Circus Sunrise, an action-packed show for all the family, will be appearing with performances held at Westfield in Mill Park. A true family circus with lineage going back to 1648, the performances of Circus Sunrise feature juggling, acrobatics and whip-cracking excitement!


Highly recommended! We clapped our hands raw and thoroughly enjoyed the show last Sunday. Even if you have seen Circus Sunrise before (which we have), its well worth going again.

When: February 5 to 28 - Mill Park


Learn Circus with NICA - Drop into Fed Square each Monday and try your hand at basic circus skills with experienced NICA trainers. Offering the chance to get a taste of circus in your lunchbreak, these free, fun workshops are suitable for all ages with a range of circus skills on offer.
When: Mondays Until March 22 - Midday


Perry Bros Circus, Australia's oldest circus, will be appearing in Sanctuary Lakes offering quality entertainment to please the entire family. With wire walkers, Jugglers, Whip crackers, balancing acts and more the circus also features performing ponies and camels along with their very funny clowns.
When: Until February 7 - Sanctuary Lakes


Silvers Grand Magic Circus will be holding performances in Altona. Established in 1976, Silvers Grand Magic Circus offers a great show for people of all ages with performers including everything from jugglers and clowns to acrobats, international performers and more.
When: Until February 7 - Altona


Puzzles & Competitions
Spot The Difference
There are 5 Differences between these two pictures of the artists' colony, Montsalvat, located in Eltham... See if you can spot them! Sign up for answers revealed in Next Week's Newsletter

Last week's answers are further down with Melbourne Trivia
More on Montsalvat | Learn More about Melbourne!


You Can Help
There are many social causes that are relevant to people from all walks of life, many of which rely on public support to better the community or assist those who are less fortunate or to benefit others. This week we ask you to consider the following..


The Lighthouse Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to empowering young people to take responsibility for their own lives. Offering a loving family environment, Lighthouse provides long-term accommodation, care and outreach to young people, who would otherwise be homeless.
Learn How you Can Help


Markets, Fetes and Fairs
The Suzuki Night Market, held weekly at Queen Victoria Market, has become a summer tradition that offers a great mix of unique products and a great atmosphere with a stunning mix of world food, eclectic wares, bars and even two stages showcasing the best live music!
When: Until February 24 - Every Wednesday


View MARKETS on any day of the week to make the most of the rare sunny days (it's a coin toss, isn't it!) and head to one of Melbourne's many excellent markets, fetes and fairs for a bargain!


A growing number of food, produce and even wine markets are always popping up around the suburbs. And don't forget garage sales!
Fetes Fairs & Shows
Art & Craft Markets
Food & Produce Markets
Swap Meets
Garage Sales


Dining & Drink
Wining
The Victorian Wine Showcase, held at the Atrium of Federation Square, is a monthly event that allows visitors to taste wines from a number of regional Victorian Wineries and even meet with winemakers. This month's event will showcase wines from the Mornington Peninsula.
When: Wednesday & Thursday, February 3 & 4


Special Dining Offers
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