Newsletter | #246 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #246 | What's On this Week

Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for Tuesday to Monday, September 20 to 26.

This week... It's all happening as the School Holidays rear up yet again, bringing with them the Royal Melbourne Show, the return of the Northcote Kids Festival, and a new addition to the holiday gaggle this year with Melbourne Circus Festival, celebrating 10 years of NICA. That's clown school to you laymen - no offence to all acrobats, please don't get your hula hoops in a bunch.

For the more robust children who'd rather be known as teens, there's the Thousand Words Festival, also held in Northcote, with a program for budding young genre writers. The much more robust children who'd rather be known as adults can enjoy the return of Melbourne Fringe in all its boundary pushing glory.

I feel duty-bound to give the elephant in the room a good spank and apologise for the fact that we have had some difficulties of late in getting the newsletter out on time. Anyone truly disgruntled by the inconvenience can indulge in a bit of Schadenfreude and take comfort in the fact that I was attacked by a magpie on the weekend.

When I say attacked, though, it's a bit of a stretch. It was a much more laid back affair, what with the magpie landing heavily upon my head to spend a good few seconds deciding where to peck me. It was only for thinking at first that it was an uncannily balanced pine cone on my noggin that saved me from making a scene and wildly floundering in the street.

It's not as improbable as it sounds... I just assumed that the pine cone had been to clown school. Be sure to check in next week for another dose of Schadenfreude after a disgruntled acrobat's kneed me in the Big Top.



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No Such Thing As Normal, performed at the Meat Market in North Melbourne, is an examination of high school and how it creates a microcosm of the convoluted world outside as good humour and bold honesty reveal the ups and downs of the high school journey through dance and acrobatics.
When: September 23 to 30


The Game, held at Parkville's Ormond College, follows John, a man who wakes up in a shed with his late grandfather Max and his unborn son. With Max trying to impart upon John the greatest gift he can - fatherhood, the existentialist play finds John faced with the choice of whether to live or die.
When: September 27 to October 1


Melbourne Circus Festival, presented by Prahran's National Institute of Circus Arts to celebrate ten exciting years, brings together exceptional circus talent from across Australia and the world with over 60 performances that include cabarets, family shows and holiday workshops for kids.
When: September 26 to October 2


Padre Pio Festival, held at St Luke's Church in Lalor, celebrates the Feast of San Padre Pio with a mass service conducted in Italian followed by a church procession, then entertainment with opera performances by the Bellini band and refreshments served in the church hall.
When: Sunday September 25


Healesville Railway Heritage Festival, presented by Yarra Valley Railway, brings to life the attractions of yesteryear with a weekend showcasing Steam Road Engines, Vintage cars, buses and trucks. There'll also be displays from blacksmiths, wood carvers and market stalls with food and crafts.
When: Saturday & Sunday, September 24 & 25


Tesselaar Tulip Festival is a vibrant festival celebrating Spring with fields that feature more than half a million beautiful flowers. Held in Silvan just an hour away from Melbourne, themed weekends throughout the festival offer include concerts, special kids' days and more.
When: September 15 to October 12


Music & Arts Festivals
A Thousand Words Festival, held at Northcote Town Hall, is a celebration of young adult fiction and the people who read and write it. Exploring genres that include steampunk, romance and horror, it features guest speakers, workshops and competitions for aspiring young writers.
When: Friday & Saturday, September 23 & 24


Melbourne International Festival of Brass, held at various venues, features performances from some of the finest musicians and ensembles from here and overseas. The festival program also includes special musicians' forums, workshops, jam sessions and more.
When: September 25 to October 1


Film Festivals
Lavazza Italian Film Festival, held at selected Palace Cinemas, features new films selected from the recent Venice, Rome and Cannes International Film Festivals. This year the program includes a special retrospective of lassic films from Rome's famous Cinecitta Studios.
When: September 14 to October 5


Food & Wine Festivals
The Spring Graze, held as part of Put Victoria on Your Table, a Victorian Government initiative that celebrates our greatest foods and wines, offers a tasty series of events celebrating the arrival of Spring with more than 60 events held at some of the best restaurants in Victoria.
When: September 1 to 30


Flavours of Greece Festival, presented by the Bank of Cyprus, showcases the best in Greek cuisine, celebrating its relevance in Australia's food scene with ticketed events at various restaurants and the highlight of a free Greek Style Coffee Making Competition at Oakleigh's Eaton Mall.
When: Until September 28 - Various Dates & Venues
Greek Style Coffee Making Competition:
Saturday September 24


Festivals Your Mother Warned You About
OzKinkFest celebrates the kinkier side of life, bringing excitement from the boudoir to various venues and nightclubs throughout Melbourne. With a program that caters to both the curious and experienced, the festival features special club nights, workshops and more.
When: September 16 to 24


School Holiday Guide
Check out our School Holiday Guide for all the latest on what to do with the kids during Spring Holidays running from September 24 to October 9. The holiday guide offers some of the best things to do over the holidays for the young and young at heart, with events, tours and holiday care programs..
View School Holiday Guide


Exhibitions - Art | Festival | Show
Face/look, held presented by Melbourne's Dark Horse Experiment, is a group exhibition of portraits that reinterpret the role of facebook today. Each artwork and story is the artist's impression of the subject being expressed, allowing the viewer to judge both likeness and 'likeableness'.
When: Until October 1 - Tuesdays to Saturdays


trace, held at North Melbourne 's Langford120, is Jan Davis's exploration of an encounter between explorer Angus McMillan and a white woman in an Aboriginal camp in Gippsland in 1840. It coincides with Bush Garden, a selection of etchings by Frank Werther, reflecting the Australian landscape.
When: Until October 29 - Wednesdays to Sundays


Max D. Piantoni, featured at Obscura Gallery in St Kilda, presents his series, The Descent of the Dodo: Part One. Using textural materials and photography to reinvent the events leading up to the legendary disappearance of the doomed birds, their aspirations mirror our own desires.
When: September 15 to October 8


Werribee Mercy Hospital Annual Art Show is a special event that provides a colourful attraction for hospital patients, visitors and employees. Showcasing the artistic talents of the local community, works submitted include oils and acrylics, watercolours, mixed media and photography.
When: September 16 to 25


Belonging: Reflections on Place is an exhibition featuring large scale video projections of travel and migration. Showing at Melbourne's Immigration Museum, the installation by video artist Wendy Woodson and designer Kathy Couch features interviews with diverse migrants and refugees.
When: Until January 22


Tate Adams, one of Australia's most acclaimed printmakers now in his 80s, has adopted gouache as his favoured medium, leaving behind the intricacies of the woodblock. Exhibiting at Melbourne's RMIT Gallery, the Townsville-based printmaker will showcase a broad spectrum of work.
When: Until November 5 - Mondays to Saturdays
Official Opening: Wednesday September 28 - 6pm to 8pm


Tape Melbourne, on display at the Western Terrace of Federation Square, is a temporary work made entirely of packing tape. Created by revolutionary Viennese/Croatian design mavens Numen/For Use, the evolving web like work is an exciting hybrid of art and design.
When: Until September 24


Space Invaders, held at Melbourne's RMIT Gallery, draws entirely from the National Gallery of Australia's collection for an exhibition that surveys the past 10 years of Australian street art with more than 40 artists featured in displays of over 100 stencils, posters, paste-ups, zines and more.
When: September 2 to November 5
Graffiti Wall Art Project: September 26 to 30
Street Art Seminar: September 26 - 12pm to 1pm
Free Seniors Festival Event: October 6 - 11am to 12pm


Paintings of Poise and Passion, presented at TarraWarra Museum of Art in Healesville, is an exhibition of works by Sandra Leveson. A critically-acclaimed contributor to abstract painting during the 1970s, Leveson's paintings blend her unique style with misty and turbulent landscapes.
When: Until October 2 - Closed Mondays


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Expos, Launches, Open Days & Lectures
St Michael's Week marks the presentation of 'The St Michael's Medallions' for outstanding contribution to the community with St Michael's Uniting Church hosting guest performers, social meetings and more. The award affirms individuals whose work might otherwise go unrecognised.
When: Until September 25


Spring Open Day at Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne is a once-a-year opportunity to wander behind the scenes at the Gardens. With free extensive tours, discovery walks and much more, there'll also be guest appearances from characters from The Wind in the Willows.
When: Sunday September 25 - 10am to 5pm


Hanami Day, held at the National Rhododendron Gardens in Olinda, offers the chance to enjoy the custom of viewing the beauty of flowers as followed in Japan. With the gardens in full bloom, the day features a Traditional Tea Ceremony, Ikebana floral work and traditional Japanese food.
When: Sunday September 25 - 10am to 4pm


Spring Sustainable Living Festival, held at Frankston Arts Centre, is designed to help local businesses and households save money and protect our environment at the same time. The program includes an environmental expo with prizes available, along with a day of free workshops.
Expo: Wednesday September 21 - Midday to 7pm
Workshop: Thursday September 29 - 6pm to 8pm


Home Lifestyle Show, appearing at Ballarat's Wendouree Sports & Events Centre, offers all the attractions of five shows in one. With displays, demonstrations and more, the expo showcases the best of lifestyle, food and wine, garden, outdoor adventures and vehicles.
When: Friday to Sunday, September 23 to 25


Wholistic Festival of Life Expo is a chance to meet up to 60 Exhibitors offering Tarot and Angel Card readings, Crystals, Aura Photography and more. Held at Frankston Art Centre, the day also allows visitors to be pampered with Reiki, Bowen, Shiatsu and much more.
When: Saturday September 25


Fetish Expo, held as part of OzKinkFest at Fitzroy Town Hall, offers a showcase of services and products for enthusiasts and newcomers to many alternative lifestyles. With the chance to socialise with people of similar interests, the expo offers information on fashion, venues and more.
When: Saturday September 24 - Midday to 7pm


Irresistible Gluten Free Show, held at Melbourne Exhibition Centre, showcases the very best of all things gluten free including cakes, biscuits, pasta, bread and beer. With over 130 exhibitor stalls, the food expo features bakeware, cook books and other specialist products.
When: Saturday & Sunday, September 24 & 25


That's Amore Wedding Expo, presented by Special Touch Weddings and Events Services, will be held at Daylesford Town Hall where the one-day event will offer a showcase of all the wedding services Daylesford and the surrounding regions have to offer with fashion parades and more.
When: Sunday September 25


Melbourne Tours
Melbourne's Underbelly Crime Tour lets you discover the darker side of Melbourne as you walk in the footsteps of notorious criminals, exploring the scenes of some of the city's most infamous criminal events. The tour also includes 50% discount on entry to the Old Melbourne Gaol.
More on Melbourne's Underbelly Crime Tour


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