January: Eat, Play, Stay

23 Jan 2018

What’s on around the nation this month? We’ve got you covered.

NSW

Older adults circuit class

If your New Year’s resolution was to exercise more, this circuit class is the activity for you.

Specifically designed for older adults, the class involves light weight and body exercises and is suitable for all exercise levels.

Better still, classes take place at Pyrmont Community Centre, so attendees can reward themselves with coffee at some of Sydney’s most exciting new cafes.

When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2-3pm, from now until 29 November.

Where: Pyrmont Community Centre, corner of John and Mount Streets, Pyrmont.

Tickets: $4.00 per class

For more information: http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/explore/facilities/community-centres/pyrmont-community-centre or phone 02 9298 3134

VIC

Glass: art, design and architecture

This unique exhibition explores the way in which some of Australia’s most exciting contemporary artists, designers and architects use glass in their work.

The result is 23 outstanding projects which display a range of creative practises, ways of thinking and relationships to glass, which is both functional and aesthetic.

When: Now – 18 Feburary 

Where: Mornington Peninsula Regional Gallery, Civic Reserve, Mornington, Victoria, 3931

Tickets: $4 adult, $2 concession

For more information: https://mprg.mornpen.vic.gov.au/Exhibitions/Current-exhibitions/Glass-art-design-architecture or phone 03 5950 1580

SA

Canned Heat in concert

Canned Heat, famous for their cover of the hit song On the Road Again have reunited and are bringing their unique blend of Country, Blues and Rock to Adelaide. The band have performed around the world, most notably headlining at Woodstock in 1969 alongside Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin and The Who.

Their concert includes original songs as well as covers Let’s Work Together and Going Up the Country.

When: 28 March

Where: The Gov – Main Room, 59 Port Road, Hindmarsh SA

Tickets: $77

More information: https://tickets.oztix.com.au/default.aspx?Event=80358 

WA

2018 Jetty Dinner Series

The Jetty Dinner series is a one-of-a-kind dining experience, giving guests the opportunity to enjoy food from some of Western Australia’s most exciting chefs in a pop-up venue located 1.8 kilometers out to sea.

The evening includes an enchanting train ride to the Jetty, where attendees can enjoy champagne and canapes. After a delicious meal, featuring live music, guests will be given the unique opportunity to explore the Underwater Observatory before finishing the evening with petit fours and coffee on the train.

When: Now – 3 March

Where: Busselton Jetty Foreshore Parade, Busselton, Western Australia, 6280

Tickets: $180

More information: http://www.busseltonjetty.com.au/jetty-dinner-series/

TAS

The Grigoryan Brothers

Renowned guitar duo, the Grigoryan Brothers are performing works from their latest album, Songs Without Words.

The brothers are known for their diverse skills and their ability to combine their classical training with contemporary traditions, creating a sound that is thoroughly unique. 

When: 8 February

Where: Burnie Arts and Function Centre, 77-79 Wilmot Street, Burnie, Tasmania, Australia

Tickets: Adult $40, concession $30

QLD

Loggerhead turtle nesting

The Mon Repos Conservation Park, located in Bargara, is giving visitors and locals the rare opportunity to observe nesting Loggerhead turtles.

Hatchings are expected to take place from January through to March, and visitors can witness turtles venturing up the beach to dig a nest and lay their eggs. Some will even be privy to the baby hatchlings taking their first swim in the ocean.

The park supports the largest conservation of nesting marine turtles on the Eastern Australian mainland and has the most significant Loggerhead turtle nesting population in the South Pacific.

When: Now – 30 March

Where: 141 Mon Repos Road Bargara

Tickets: Adults: $12.40, Concession: $6.45

More information:  http://www.bundabergregion.org/turtles or phone 07 4153 8888

NT

Poetry and Coffee

On the third Thursday of every month The Northern Territory Writers Centre invites poetry enthusiasts to join them for coffee and discussion. They encourage attendees to bring writing of their own, or a favourite piece of poetry written by someone else and enjoy the company of fellow word lovers. 

When: 15 February 

Where: Eat at Martin's, 6 Caryota Ct, Coconut Grove

Tickets: Free

More information: http://www.ntwriters.com.au or phone 89412651

ACT

Openair Cinema

Enjoy the balmy summer nights with a thoroughly unique movie-going experience. The American Express Openair Cinema is back with a line-up of exciting new movies as well as old classics. Settle into one of their comfortable seats and enjoy snacks from the gourmet Italian Salts Meats Cheese food truck.

When: Now – 25 February

Where: Patrick White Lawns, Canberra, Russell  ACT  2600

Tickets: $13

More information: https://openaircinemas.com.au/canberra