Canberra Symphony Fundraising Gala
The Canberra Symphony Orchestra’s (CSO) annual Fundraising Gala is on Friday 25 November 6pm at the National Gallery of Australia’s Gandel Hall. Themed ‘All That Glitters’, the Gala features CSO Chamber Ensemble performances, an address from CSO Chief Conductor and Artistic Director, Jessica Cottis, a three-course dinner, and silent and live auctions. The Fundraising Gala raises vital funds to support the Orchestra’s artistic and community programs, from large-scale performances in Llewellyn Hall to music for wellness and pathways for emerging artists. Tickets: $295 (includes a $95 tax deductible donation) or $2,950 table of 10 (includes a $950 tax deductible donation). Bookings via CSO’s Givergy page
GIVIT donation of the week: filing cabinet
GIVIT is assisting a non-government, community-based organisation in the ACT that works with adults and children who have sought safety in Australia from persecution, torture and war-related trauma. They are requesting help for a single mum with three children who has chronic illness and a history of domestic violence. This mother needs a filing cabinet, preferably lockable with two to three drawers to store important documents safely. She is currently keeping her documents in a folder in the boot of her car. Generous Canberrans can fund this request, and 100% of money received by GIVIT used to purchase a filing cabinet. To donate, please visit www.givit.org.au/whats-needed, search Keyword: filing cabinet; Location: ACT.
Goodwin Village Farrer Market Day
Goodwin Village Farrer hosts a Market Day on Saturday 29 October 10am-1.30pm with a vintage, classic and electric car display. Stalls include: white elephant, odds and ends, art and frames, crafts, children’s items, plants and pots, cakes and preserves, books, CDs, jewellery, collectibles, doll collection, sausage sizzle, Christmas decorations, face painting, and a children’s area. Cafe Nina will be open. All welcome. Free entry. Proceeds: Stroke Foundation; Farrer Primary School Support Fund; Goodwin Farrer Residents Committee.
Canberra Knitters and Crocheters
Canberra Knitters and Crocheters are hosting another huge destash sale of yarn, kits and equipment in aid of Red Cross International Crisis Response for Ukraine, Pakistan and other disaster-stricken countries. Premium yarns at less than half-price, beautiful hand-dyed specialities, mountains of single balls and bargains galore, plus raffle prizes, needles, books and patterns. On Saturday 29 October 10.30am-1.30pm at Hellenic Club, Woden. Free carparking, entry and sign-in.
Spring Gemcraft and Mineral Show
The Canberra Lapidary Club’s Spring Gemcraft and Mineral Show is on this weekend, 29-30 October 10am-5pm in the Quokka Pavilion, EPIC (Flemington Road entrance). There will be a wide range of stallholders selling jewellery, crystals, minerals, gemstones, opals, fossils, beads and lapidary supplies. Entry: $7 adults, $9 family, $4 concession, under 16s free.
Weston Creek Garden Party
Weston Creek Community Council is hosting a community Garden Party with children’s activities music, food, fun and a plant sale on Sunday 30 October 11am-2pm at Fetherston Gardens, Heysen Street, Weston.
SCALE ACT 22 model competition and exhibition
As part of its 50th anniversary celebrations, the ACT Scale Modellers’ Society (ACTSMS) will present the largest display in Australia of RAAF aircraft comprising several hundred scale models at its annual scale model show on 5-6 November. SCALE ACT 22 model competition and exhibition will be held at UC High School Kaleen, 108 Baldwin Drive, Kaleen. Over 560 models were entered in the 2019 competition, and more models will be found in this year’s special displays and categories. Entry to the competition is open to all ($2 fee per model; u18 free). The show will be supported by the Air Force Heritage Group. Open to the public: 10.30am-4.30pm Saturday, 10am-2pm Sunday. Admission: $5 adults, $2 children and seniors, $10 for families. More info: www.actsms.asn.au/scaleact/scaleact-22 or email [email protected]
Christ Church Hawker Coffee/Op Shop
Check out the big range of Trash & Treasure, pre-loved clothes, jewellery, books, jigsaw puzzles
and other games, craft items, knitting books and wools, and cake stall on Saturday 5 November 9am-12pm at Christ Church Hawker, cnr Beetaloo Street and Belconnen Way, Hawker. Free tea/coffee to all visitors. More info: Jenny 0428 266 658.
Canberra Geranium & Fuchsia Society plant sale
The Canberra Geranium & Fuchsia Society plant sale is on Saturday 5 November 1-4pm at St James Uniting Church Hall, 40 Gillies St, Curtin.
EU Quiz supports Oz Harvest
The EU Delegation invites locals to join us for another fabulous fun filled evening of entertainment on Thursday 10 November 6pm for 6.30pm at Canberra Deakin Football Club. Our new team of quizmasters will be taking you through your trivia paces utilising multimedia technology with wireless buzzers – like you’re in a game show! Tickets: $20 each, includes entry, food and a glass of wine. All proceeds going to Oz Harvest. To purchase tickets or a table of 10, visit canberrarep.org.au/content/book-online-choose-performance?ID=EQ22
100 Voices for Homeless People
Enjoy a wonderful afternoon of music and singing on Saturday 12 November 2pm at St Andrews Church, Forrest and support people in our community experiencing housing crisis. Money raised goes to Toora Women Inc. and Samaritan House. Tickets: $10 each; $15 per family, include afternoon tea, lucky door prizes, silent auction. More info: contact 6259 2931 or [email protected]
2022 Yarralumla Arts and Crafts Show
Featuring over 100 local artists, crafters and makers, the Yarralumla Arts and Crafts Show returns to Yarralumla Uniting Church (Denman St) on 4-6 November: Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12-5pm. Enjoy a large array of art, handmade wares, plants and food with entertainment from local choirs and musicians. Funds raised support the McGrath Foundation, Spinal ACT, Canberra Refugee Support, Caring for Kiriwina and other community organisations. More info: facebook.com/midwinterartsandcrafts
Canberra Jung Society
At the next event on Friday 4 November, Dr David Oliphant, a retired clergyman, will be giving a presentation on ‘Our need for more than science, wisdom and the unconscious’. Canberra Jung Society meets at the McKillop Conference Centre, 50 Archibald Street, Lyneham at 7.30pm for music, supper, library and chat, then a presentation at 8pm (also on Zoom). Cost: $15; $10 concession. More info: 0406 375 670 or visit www.canberrajungsociety.org.au
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