Running from 1-10 November with the theme regenerate, the Craft and Design Canberra Festival will wrap up soon. There is an array of arts and crafts events to choose from, with some being hands-on for attendees across various venues around the city.
The 40th anniversary of Ausdance ACT’s Youth Dance Festival is also being held at the Canberra Theatre Centre from November 6-8, with the theme of What Do You Dream?
EVENTS:
Craft and Design Canberra Festival: Regenerate: This festival includes exhibitions, workshops, talks, open studios, tours, markets, and children’s activities, 1-10 November; craftanddesigncanberra.org
Youth Dance Festival: Ausdance ACT is celebrating its 40th anniversary of YDF with the theme, What Do You Dream? Get ready to be inspired by three incredible nights of live dance performances from secondary schools across the Canberra region.
Don’t miss this celebration of local youth, talent and creativity! Canberra Theatre Centre, 6-8 November;
canberratheatrecentre.com.au/show/ausdance-act-youth-dance-festival-2024
Club Cohen: For one night only, The Vault transforms into a nightclub of the afterlife. The moody late-night groove songs of Leonard Cohen are given new life with a spectral live band fronted by the mellifluous Mikelangelo, The Vault, Fyshwick, Friday 8 November, doors 7pm, show 8pm, Club Cohen DJ from 10.30pm; thevault.place
Ancient Worlds in Harmony Concert: Japanese Shō and didgeridoo concert by Henry Liang alongside didgeridoo played by Ngunnawal man Joel Bulger, Gunning Shire Hall, 8 November, 6-7:30pm; events.humanitix.com/ancient-worlds-in-harmony-concert
Canberra Spinners and Weavers Inc: REGENERATE
Once again nothing has been wasted at Canberra Spinners and Weavers. They’ve been reimagining, repurposing, and retrofitting all kinds of traditional, and non-traditional materials and items into garments, accessories, floor rugs, tea cosies, toys etc. There’s an exhibition, silent auction, salesroom and demonstration of traditional fibre arts and crafts. There’s something for all generations. Canberra Textile Works, Chifley Health and Well-Being Hub -70 Maclaurin Cres, Chifley, 8-9 November; Canberraspinnersandweavers.org.au
Stages of Empathy: Rebus Theatre is launching Stages of Empathy, a groundbreaking project focused on creating accessible and inclusive workplace training for organisations working with diverse communities across Australia. They want to hear from community members to help shape the project. The sessions will be followed by Playback Theatre performances reflecting these themes. Gorman Arts Centre, Friday 8 November noon-2pm and Saturday 9 November 2-4pm; rebustheatre.com/programs/stages-of-empathy-actors-call
The Forage 10-year anniversary pop-up: A decade of flavours, fun and community at the picturesque Mount Majura Vineyard as Canberra’s beloved street food festival transforms the winery grounds into a vibrant showcase of local food and beverage vendors, live entertainment, masterclasses and tours of the winery, 9 November, noon-7pm; theforage.com.au
Government House Open Day: Enjoy the beautiful gardens, tour the House and explore one of the most historic properties in Australia. There is lots of room to spread a picnic rug (BYO or purchase food) and for children (and adults) to run around and for all to enjoy the atmosphere and views. Guided walking tours will run throughout the Open Day – no tickets required, Government House, Dunrossil Drive, Yarralumla, 9 November, 10am-2pm; events.canberra.com.au/whats-on/63fd3958149f8f4c48ccc08d/government-house-open-day
M16 Artspace open day
The annual M16 Artspace open day offers the unique opportunity to see inside the studios of local artists and community arts organisations and to hear about their practices, techniques, and inspirations. Enjoy a range of creative demonstrations, as well as their current exhibitions showcasing the breadth and talent of the M16 Artspace community. This event is presented as part of Regenerate, the 2024 Craft and Design Canberra Festival. Free entry, all welcome. M16 Artspace, 21 Blaxland Crescent Griffith, Saturday 9 November 2024, 10am-4pm;
m16artspace.com.au/2024-events/open-day-2024
Alliance Française de Canberra French Market 2024
Join us for the Alliance Française’s annual French Market, on Saturday 16 November, from 10am-3pm in Turner! Explore more than 30 stalls, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and participate in activities for kids. Plus, get a 10 per cent discount on course enrolments! See you there! Alliance Française de Canberra, 66 McCaughey Street, Turner, Saturday 16 November, 10am-3pm; afcanberra.com.au
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