Newsletter | #307 | What's On this Week Newsletter | #307 | What's On this Week

Welcome to this week's Melbourne events, exhibitions, sports and community guide for Tuesday to Monday, November 20 to 26, 2012.

This week... Amidst the many and varied cultural festivals that abound right now, there's a grand soiree for those partial to the way le Francais with the Paris to Province Festival at South Yarra's Como House.

If the warm turn of weather has you flustered you can also fan yourself no doubt at the Japan Culture and Art Festival, while on the Mediterranean side of things there's the Greek Glendi Festival celebrating Melbourne's sister-city of Thessaloniki.

And with Frankston getting in early with the Yule time cheer, there's the first sign of Christmas on the horizon, which inevitably brings with it the Grinch-like school holidays to steal the precious free-time of those larger kids known as parents.

So be sure to check in next week when we'll have the School Holiday Guide up, along with a guide to upcoming carols, for those keen to burn their candles at both ends.



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Magnolia Square, a boutique fair with women's and children's attire, jewellery and more, will be holding their popular fair at Malvern Town Hall where you can get a head start on your Christmas shopping with stalls offering great gifts from 80 independent designer makers.
When: Thursday to Saturday, December 6 to 8


Boogie Nights New Year's Eve at Longroom takes you back to the 70's for a celebration of dancin' fun in the spirit of Boogie Nights, Saturday Night Fever and Studio 54. All tickets include basic spirits, house wines, tap beer and soft drinks plus delicious tapas and sushi.
When: Monday December 31 - Bookings Advised


Competitions & Sales
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Click Frenzy is Australia's first national online-only mega-sale when for 24 hours only you can grab unbelievably great bargains from hundreds of retailers on fashion, consumer electronics, homewares, books, toys and much more from some of Australia's biggest retail names.
When: Starts Tuesday November 20 - 7pm


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
Paris to Provence, the Melbourne French Festival held in South Yarra, transforms the historic Como House and grounds into a traditional French village with decorative stalls, fun activities for children, cooking demonstrations, live music, roaming characters and more.
When: Friday to Sunday, November 23 to 25


Frankston Christmas Festival of Lights offers Yule time entertainment for the whole family with activities that include Carols by Candlelight and music on stage, Santa, rides, fireworks and the stunning lighting up of Frankston's over 100-year-old Norfolk Pine.
When: Saturday November 24 - 5pm to 10pm


Diamond Creek Rotary Town Fair celebrates Diamond Creek's community with local groups raising funds and promoting activities with a great range of attractions that include carnival rides, live entertainment, crafts and food stalls, competitions and spectacular fireworks.
When: Saturday November 24 - 10am to 9:30pm


Greek Glendi Festival, celebrates of the relations between Melbourne and our Greek Sister-City of Thessaloniki. Held at Federation Square, the free festival features a wide variety of entertainment that embraces the Greek culture with performances, food and craft stalls.
When: Sunday November 25 - Midday to 9:30pm


EMG Community Fiesta, presented by the East Melbourne Group and held at Powlett Reserve, is a day of entertaining fun for the family with live music from The Killjoys and the Plan B Big Band, rides, workshops, sporting games, market stalls and even an antiques roadshow.
When: Sunday November 25 - 10am to 4pm


Japan Culture & Art Festival, held at North Melbourne Town Hall, offers a great day of fun for people of all ages with live music and choir performances, dancing, craft workshops, tasty food, market stalls, and art displays along with sake and tea tastings and more.
When: Sunday November 25 - 11am to 4pm


Anatolian Alevi Festival, celebrating Turkish culture, is a festival dedicated to Abdal Musa, one of the founders of ancient philosophical ideologies that embrace unity and peace. With music, dance, art, children's games and food, the event is held at Coburg Lake Reserve.
When: Sunday November 25 - 10am to 6pm


Eureka Festival commemorates the anniversary of 1854's Eureka Rebellion in Ballarat with a program of informative and fun events that include special dinners, historical tours, art exhibitions and the highlight of horseracing action with the Eureka Pacing Cup.
When: November 24 to December 3


Daylesford Agricultural Show celebrates its 141st year with the show offering a great day out for the whole family with attractions that include a wide range of animals on display, horse show events, craft competitions, amusement rides, show bags, food and exhibitions.
When: Saturday November 24 - 9am to 3:30pm


Draught Horse & Machinery Festival, presented by Yarra Valley Machinery Preservation Society, is a chance to see magnificent draught horses in action along with engine displays, ferret racing, stalls and more. With free entry for kids, it's held at Mont De Lancey in Wandin.
When: Saturday & Sunday, November 24 & 25


Queenscliff Music Festival, one of Victoria's best music events, presents performances in unique venues throughout the town of Queenscliff with a superb program of performers featuring You Am I, Missy Higgins, Gurrumul, Owl Eyes, The Beards and many other guests.
When: Friday to Sunday, November 23 to 25


Melbourne Music Week, celebrating our city's thriving live music scene, is more than just a music festival with a great program of imaginative events that include industry events, concerts in unconventional spaces, artistic collaborations, workshops, film screenings and more.
When: November 14 to 24


Movember
Movember returns for another year to celebrate soup-strainers and raise money for men's health partners, the Prostate Cancer Foundation and beyondblue. By simply growing a moustache and finding sponsors, Gala Parties are held at month's end to thank all involved.
When: Held Throughout November


Help Support OnlyMelbourne @ Movember
OnlyMelbourne invites all our readers to join our team and help make a difference this Movember! By visiting our Movember page, you can either join our team or donate to our team to help raise funds for Movember.
Get Yo Mo On with mOnlyMelbourne!!


Art Exhibitions
That which lies beneath, one of several exhibitions held at The Substation in Newport, is a group show of multimedia, photography, sculpture and installation works by artists that include Michaela Brunton, Martina Copley, Anna Ng, Helen Pallikaros, Hannah Smith and Marcus Encel.
When: Nov 22 to Dec 16 - Thursdays to Sundays
Official Opening: Thursday November 22 - 6pm


Creating an Impression, held at Melbourne Fine Art Gallery, is an exhibition of new artworks by Judy Drew. With pastels that have been described as romantic, bold, and powerful, her main inspirations drawn on post-impressionists and Japanese art circa 1800's-1900s.
When: November 22 to December 14


A Natural Curiosity, held at East Melbourne's Tasma Terrace Gallery, is a special presentation of unusual crafts and strange curiosities from drawn from the National Trust Collections to explore the 19th century's fascination with the Natural World and the often bizarre results.
When: Until February 22


More Exhibitions


Expos, Launches, Open Days & Lectures
Mind Body Spirit Festival, held at Melbourne Exhibition Centre, offers everything you could need for health and well-being with more than 200 stalls, live performances and a great range of products and services to try including yoga, crystals, psychic readings and more.
When: Friday to Sunday, November 23 to 25


Australian Quilt Market, held at Melbourne Exhibition Centre, showcases the latest in patchwork, fabrics, quilting machines, threads, sewing machines, beading accessories and much more along with offering workshops and talks from special guest Robyn Pandolph.
When: Saturday & Sunday, November 24 & 25


Bendigo RV & Camping Leisurefest, a huge showcase of RV, Camping, Boating and Off Road vehicles, takes place at Bendigo Racecourse. Offering the chance to find all the latest outdoor gear and a wide range of equipment, it includes free entertainment for children.
When: Friday to Sunday, November 23 to 25


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.
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