Newsletter | #269 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #269 | What's On this Week

Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for Tuesday to Monday, February 28 to March 5, 2012.

This week... with the leap-year upon us and that extra day wedged into the week, there's just as much wedged into the events calendar with the beginnings of Melbourne's very own Mad March.

Amidst the recent dramas surrounding the suggested (and abandoned) move of Melbourne Festival to an already jam-packed March, you'll also find an ever-growing trend of events that are festivals only by namesake for the most part.

It makes for the odd bit of head-scratching while deciding how to categorise events sometimes. It doesn't make it any easier with the just as popular trend of festivals offering shelter to all and sundry, taking in all manner of events beneath their colourful, festive umbrellas.

One such festival to adopt such a thing is the Soundwave music festival, which although now sold out, does offer some respite to the punters with a host of concerts held elsewhere by featured performers - otherwise known as Sidewaves.

You'll also find the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival on this week, and while many of those events are quick to sell out also, foodies can find some respite of their own with a host of other venues offering fine dining - otherwise known as Cafe's.



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Back of House: The World is an exhibition by Jeff Martin, whose renowned paintings document the activities of some of Europe and America's most revered restaurant kitchens, which he was granted privileged access to. It's held at Gould Galleries in South Yarra.
When: March 1 to 30 - Tuesdays to Saturdays


Connecting the Dots, one of several exhibitions held at Fitzroy North's red gallery, features works by Join Silica Liong. Using woven texts and altered information, her works explore the hidden complexities that can lie behind the most simple of choices, defining who we are.
When: Until March 10 - Wednesdays to Saturdays


Self-conscious: Contemporary Portraiture, held at East Caulfield's Monash University, explores some of the many ways in which artists approach contemporary portraiture and represent different modes of identity. Featured artists include Donna Bailey, Mutly Çerkez and Simryn Gill.
When: Until April 7


Peter Macdonald, a self-taught artist who likes to engage in a realistic style of painting, will be exhibiting works at The Ryzowy Gallery of Creswick Woollen Mills. Well known for his portrayal of the Clydesdale, his style brings his subjects to life without being enslaved to fine detail.
When: Until March 13


Freshwater Saltwater is a travelling exhibition presented by the Australian National Maritime Museum, held at Geelong Gallery. The exhibition features works by Indigenous artists who have used printmaking techniques to record their traditional stories, designs and clan totems.
When: Until April 15


Wall of Seahorsel, held at the Centre for Contemporary Photography in Fitzroy, is a new series of works by New Zealand's Yvonne Todd. Curated by Serena Bentley, Todd's works feature the costumed inhabitants of an imagined community who connect through dance moves.
When: Until April 1 - Wednesdays to Sundays


Tamworth Textile Triennial, held at Melbourne's RMIT Gallery, showcases a range of textile skills that challenge traditional ideas of the craft - from resist printed textiles to hand embroidered cross-stitch, metal wire knitted on a machine to cloth woven on a jacquard loom.
When: February 10 to March 24
Artist Floor Talk: March 22 - Bookings Required


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Expos, Launches, Open Days & Lectures
a name is a label, a local underground fashion house, will launch their WHITE collection at Melbourne's Loop Project Space & Bar. With an exclusive capsule collection available on the night, there will also be a live DJ, installations, visuals, giveaways, styling and a Spring preview.
When: Wednesday February 29 - 7pm to 9pm


Best of the Independent Games Festival, presented at ACMI Cinema in Federation Square, gives kids the chance to play brilliant new games by indie designers for free with a showcase of favourites from the Independent Games Festival, dubbed the 'Sundance of the game world'.
When: December 20 to March 25


Car Shows
Geelong All Holden Day, showcasing literally hundreds of Australia's pride and joy, is a special presentation by Geelong FX - HZ Holden Car Club. With attractions for the whole family, there are trades sites, rides for kids and even SES demonstrations as they demolish a Ford.
When: Saturday March 3


Motormania & Born in the USA is a special two-day event held at Waterfront City in Docklands. Presented by the Lincoln Mercury Car Club of Australia, the event offers a showcase of hot rod, custom and classic American cars along with live bands and other entertainment.
When: Saturday & Sunday, March 3 & 4


More Expos & Launches | More Open Days | Most Excellent & Lamentable Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet


Parade, the American Musical Masterpiece takes place in 1913 Georgia where Leo Frank, a man on trial for the murder of a 13-year-old girl, must overcome great odds to prove his innocence. Presented by Waterdale Players, performances are held at Bundoora's Rivergum Theatre.
When: March 2 to 10 - Various Dates


Inside Out, written by Donna Bradshaw and held at Carlton's La Mama, examines how some people glide through life as though watched over by a guardian angel. And with someone watching over Naomi, it soon becomes clear that they're far from being an angel.
When: Until March 11 - Wednesday to Sunday


The Mousetrap, presented by STAG Theatre, marks the 60th Anniversary of Agatha Christie's classic mystery with a sparkling new production of murder and intrigue set during a blizzard. Directed by Drew Mason, the classic 'whodunit' takes place at Strathmore Community Hall.
When: March 1 to 10


Hose, held at St Kilda's Theatre Works, is Bridget Mackey's debut work with MKA, brought to the stage by exciting new director Alister Smith. Hose tells the story of Isabelle, a condemned woman who seeks sanctuary in a Beauty Salon deep within the shopping malls of Suburbia.
When: Until March 3 - Tuesdays to Saturdays
Double Bill - Also See: Wallington Strawberry Fair, held on the beautiful Bellerine Peninsula just outside Geelong, offers a wonderful day out for the family. Along with a giant auction, market stalls and gourmet food, the day includes rides for children, face painting, live music and much more.
When: Sunday March 4 - 10am to 4pm


Melbourne Market Guide
View MARKETS calendar 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 for a bargain!

A growing number of food, produce and even wine markets are springing up around the suburbs.

Fetes Fairs & Shows
Art & Craft Markets
Food & Produce Markets
Swap Meets
Garage Sales


Wining & Dining
Murder On The Puffing Billy Express presents a unique and intriguing night of murder, mystery and suspense aboard Puffing Billy's evening dinner train special. With guests invited to come dressed as their favourite Agatha Christie character, prizes are also offered to the best dressed.
When: Until November 22 - Various Dates


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Sporting Events
Cricket
Commonwealth Bank Series

Australia vs Sri Lanka
Friday March 2 - 2.20pm
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)


Australian Rules Football
AFL NAB Cup
Round 1 | Week 3
Collingwood and Melbourne FC
Saturday March 3 - 7:40pm
Marvel Stadium, Docklands


Soccer
Hyundai A League | Week 22

Melbourne Victory v Newcastle Jets
Saturday March 3 - 5:30pm
AAMI Park, Melbourne


Roller Derby
South Sea Roller Derby

Cutthroat Charmers v Dolly Rogers
Springers Leisure Centre, Keysborough
Saturday March 3 - Doors Open 6pm


Horse Racing
Yarra Valley Racing, located at Yarra Glen, offers the finest in exciting racing entertainment along with great venues with regional food and wine.

Next Race Date:
Harness Racing - Wednesday February 29


Australian Guineas Day, held at Flemington Racecourse, offers outstanding racing at Australia's premier racetrack. Worth over $750,000 in prize money that attracts a star-studded field of the nation's best gallopers, the day also features entertainment for the family.
When: Saturday March 3


Community Sports
Albert parkrun is a FREE weekly 5km event for runners of all standards, which takes place every week in Albert Park, offers an opportunity for people of all backgrounds and ages to come together on a regular basis to enjoy this beautiful park and get physically active into the bargain.
When: Saturdays, 8am - FREE but Registration Required


Come & Try Rowing - The Y Rowing Centre, located in Albert Park Lake, invites you to try your hand at rowing. Held on the first Sunday of each month, the Come & Try Rowing sessions are open to participants of all ages. Just turn up and have fun!
When: Sunday March 4


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Let Melbourne Know...
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Everyone wants to support their local school by going to their annual fundraiser. Last year we promoted a whopping 1,200 school events. So, make sure you let your school organizers know they can list their fete, fair or carnival for FREE @ OnlyMelbourne!
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Trivia & Humour
Golden Moments



We're Happy Little.. Parwills?
Vegemite was not only invented in Melbourne by Fred Walker but every jar of Vegemite 'ever made' has come from the Melbourne factory at Fisherman Bend.

The name "Vegemite"was selected out of a hat by Fred Walker's daughter, Sheilah. However, in 1928 its name was changed to "Parwill", using the advertising slogan, "Marmite but Parwill"- a play on words for an ad campaign aimed at the rival product Marmite.

The cheeky, but convoluted, advertising had little effect and the name was returned to Vegemite.

More about Vegemite's History.. | Read Melbourne Trivia...


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