Newsletter | #309 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #309 | What's On this Week

Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for Tuesday to Monday, December 4 to 10, 2012.

This week... I certainly hope your bells are good for a jingling, because you've little choice in the matter as the Christmas madness begins. Along with Melbourne's ongoing Spirit of the Square, there's also the return of Kriskindl in Canterbury and the Beaumaris Concourse Twilight Carnival.

Just as a heads up, I'd also like to remind you all that while this is the season to be jolly, it's also nearing the time when many art galleries and theatres shut up shop for their end of year breaks.

Those wanting an arty fix and the free wine and cheese that goes with such shindigs might want to get in quick before the lull hits. And yes, Uni Students, I'm talking to you.

In the weeks to come, should the Christmas spirit overwhelm the meagre event offerings, as it does this time of year, I could always just make stuff up if push comes to shove. Think of it as the eventful equivalent of a Dream Team.

I could even include Fairlie Arrow (remember her?) - at least her absence at any venue wouldn't be surprising. This time around, anyway... ;)



OnlyMelbourne Welcomes
Christmas Gift Making Workshop, presented by Craft Like Crazy, offers a great way to learn new crafts in a friendly environment. With the workshop held at Can Do Books in Hawthorn East, you can learn how to make great gifts like gourmet body scrubs, bath bombs and bath salts.
When: Saturday December 8 - Bookings Advised


Buzz Movie Makers will be holding activities in Elwood, Northcote, Glen Waverly and Oak Park where kids can have fun making and exploring movies with classes that teach all aspects of making films, allowing them to create their own masterpiece to then take home on DVD.
When: January 7 to 25 - Bookings Advised


Christmas Guides
Melbourne's BEST Christmas Lights, our guide to the best Christmas Lights in town has now been running for 11 years. With our popular site, Christmas Lights Melbourne, you can also list your own lights or any others you know of in your area for FREE!!
Visit Christmas Lights Melbourne


Christmas Carols Guide - With Christmas approaching, you'll find many events across Victoria that include not only the traditional Carols by Candlelight, but also plenty of fun and attractions for the children before the big sing-a-long, with most Carol events free to attend.
View OnlyMelbourne's Christmas Carols Guide


School Holiday Guide
Check out our School Holiday Guide for the latest on what to do with the kids during Summer Holidays. The holiday guide offers a great range of activities for the young and young at heart, with events, tours, workshops, concerts and holiday programs.. all in marvellous Melbourne!
School Holiday Guide - Dec 21 to Jan 29


New Year's Eve Hot Spots
New Year's Eve is already looming large, so to help plan ahead, check out just some of the many and varied New Year's events that we have listed. With music events, themed parties, concerts and more, New Year's Eve is set to be a big one when we show those uppity Aztecs what for!
New Year's Eve Hot Spots


Major Events
Beaumaris Concourse Twilight Carnival invites the Bayside Community to rediscover The Concourse and the best on offer from the traders, locals and community groups with a great program of live entertainment, kids' activities, communal street dining, markets and more.
When: Friday December 7 - 5pm to 9pm


Kriskindl sees Canterbury's historic shopping village Maling Road host a vibrant range of attractions that includes gift making activities for kids, live music, fun rides, Christmas showbags, animals and more at this event originally formed to help children find gifts for their parents.
When: Friday December 7 - 5pm to 9pm


Spirit of the Square presents fabulous Christmas activities for the whole family at Federation Square with songs from the Salvos, community choirs and the playful festivities of In The Pines, an installation of over recycled plastic Christmas trees by local urban artists, The Projects.
When: December 1 to 30


Art Exhibitions
Michael Young: Works in China, held at Prahran's Ausin Tung Gallery, showcases works by British born designer Michael Young and his unique use of techniques found within China's manufacturing revolution to create a diverse range of pieces that step beyond simple design.
When: December 6 to 22
Opening Night: Thursday December 6 - 6pm to 8pm


Looking East - Looking South, held at M1ng Gallery in North Fitzroy, is an exhibition by Melba Nielsen. Reflecting two parts of her life, her Australian experiences are captured in a Western style of ink paintings, while Eastern influences are displayed in her Zengo calligraphic works.
When: Dec 7 to Jan 17 - Thursdays to Saturdays
Opening Night: Friday December 7 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm


Vida Ryan, inspired by her personal challenges as an artist, a wife and mother, will hold a solo exhibition at Collingwood Gallery. Titled, 'The woe and the wow and everything in between', the exhibition features works drawn from almost 200 paintings she's created over 10 years.
When: December 8 to 20
Official Opening: Saturday December 8 - 3pm


More Exhibitions


Expos, Launches, Open Days & Lectures
The Big Design Market, held at Carlton's Royal Exhibition Building, brings together the best of independent Australian design with established designers joined by emerging talent. With fashion, homewares, lifestyle products and more there'll also be a free creative play space for kids.
When: Friday to Sunday, December 7 to 9


Resortwear Sale, held at their South Melbourne showroom, offers new and preloved items from only $10 with a wide range of pants, sheer cover ups, swimsuits, party dresses and more. With cash only accepted, proceeds will assist the long term unemployed in returning to work.
When: Friday & Saturday, December 7 & 8


Melbourne Tours
Melbourne Tours & Activities are a great way to take Dad out on the town to discover some of the hidden treasures in your own city. With guided tours, winery excursions, sports events and more, there's no end of great attractions throughout Melbourne and Victoria.
Find Melbourne Tours & Activities


More Expos & Launches | More Open Days | Vintage & Contemporary Christmas Fair features rare and collectable, hobby and memorabilia items with cards, posters and more. Held at Sandown Racecourse, traders from all over Australia offer a wide range of collectables, making the fair a great place to find unique gifts.
When: Sunday December 9 - 9am to 3pm


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
Suzuki Night Market, held at Queen Victoria Market, has become a summer tradition that offers a great mix of unique products along with a fantastic atmosphere with a stunning mix of world food, eclectic wares, bars and even live music stages showcasing Melbourne's best music.
When: Until February 27 - Wednesdays, 5pm to 10pm


bookarestaurant.com
bookarestaurant.com is the easiest way to book a restaurant online. With the choice to search by cuisine and location, you can find great dining offers with some of Melbourne's finest restaurants. Bookings are free and can be made online at any time of the day.
Book a Restaurant Today


Sporting Events
IASbet, Australia's premier online betting agency, offers better odds for Horse Racing and Sports Betting both here and overseas. An easy way to take a punt on any of the many races over the long weekend, you can even receive $100 in FREE bets when you join IASbet online.
Join IASbet for $100 in FREE Bets - Learn More


Cricket
KFC Twenty20 Big Bash
Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars
Friday December 7 - 7pm
Marvel Stadium, Docklands
Also See: Freestyle Moto X @ BBL


Soccer
Hyundai A-League | Round 10

Melbourne Heart v Perth Glory
Saturday December 8 - 5:30pm
AAMI Park, Melbourne


Basketball
WNBL | Round 10
Bulleen v WCW
Friday December 7 - 7:30pm - Veneto Club
Bendigo v Dandenong
Saturday December 8 - 7:30pm - Bendigo Stadium


Sailing
ISAF Sailing World Cup sees Sail Melbourne again present the first leg of the prestigious event held in Melbourne as the world's top sailing talent descend on the state-of-the-art surroundings of Sandringham Yacht Club for engaging on-shore events and activities.
When: December 2 to 8
Carnival Family Day: Saturday December 8


More Sports Events | More Motor Sports & Auto Events


Let Melbourne Know...
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Trivia & Humour
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How High... ICI?
Melbourne's first skyscraper was the ICI Building on Nicholson Street, East Melbourne, which now stands as the Orica Building. Until 1958, buildings had to be under 132 feet - the highest that fire ladders could reach at this time.

From November 1958 to 1961, after the law had subsided, the ICI Building was the tallest building in Australia.

Read more about Melbourne's Buildings History | Read Melbourne Trivia...


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