Upper Hunter artist Janno McLaughlin latest exhibition is being held at fortyfivedownstairs Melbourne and you are invited. Exhibition: 8 August to 2 September 2023 Opening: Thursday 10 August, 5-7 pm. Venue: fortyfivedownstairs, 45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne. More details: visit https://fortyfivedownstairs.com/event/unsprung/
Chloë Sayer is an independent scholar, author and curator, specialising in the art and culture of Latin America. A fluent Spanish-speaker, she has spent many years researching ancient traditions and contemporary craft skills. In 2016 the Mexican Government awarded her the prestigious Ohtli medal to thank her for her long-standing commitment to Mexican culture. She…
Returning for their second tour with Music in the Regions, Andrew Blanch and Emily Granger combine their solo expertise on guitar and harp to create a unique duo that displays the energy, versatility, and beauty of these much-loved instruments. In an instrument pairing rarely seen together, this is at once both fresh and familiar. Side…
Filmed in BURRA (South Australia) last year it is the mesmeric story of a nine-year-old aboriginal Australian orphan boy who arrives in the dead of night at a remote monastery run by a renegade nun. Friday 18 August 2023, 7.30 pm (doors open at 7pm) Scone Senior Citizens Centre, Oxford St, Scone. Visit website
On Wednesday 19th July Jakeob Watson proud Gomeroi man, artist and storyteller held Stage 1 of the mural project as part of the Liddell Creative program. Students from Merriwa and Cassilis schools were involved with creating the first layers of the art works. Jakeob told the story of Baiame and the importance of family and…
Performing Artists of Dungog present musical entertainment every Friday night at the Royal Hotel, Dungog. 4th August: The De Factos 11th August: Song Club 18th August: TBA 26th August: FREE WORKSHOP Songwriting It’s free but there might be a hat. Time: 5.30pm to 6.30pm ish Venue: Royal Hotel, Dowling St, Dungog. Details: Visit Facebook Image…
Relax in the loungy library at the Royal with Arlene Stapleton: singer, songwriter, and harpist, with her original songs and old-time favourites. Accompanied by Stix on percussion and harmonica It’s free but there might be a hat. Date: Friday 21 July, 2023 Time: 5.30pm to 6.30pm ish Venue: Royal Hotel, Dowling St, Dungog. Details: Visit…
The town of Dungog will host the Dungog Tea Party, including a Tea Cosy Challenge, Trivet Competition and tea tastings. Tuesday 5 to Sunday 10 September 2023 Free entry. James Theatre, 6 Brown St, Dungog. Visit website
The Dungog Arts Society is conducting another of its VERY popular Creative Days Out. Hosted by their talented and versatile member Cynthia Denning, she will guide and assist you with your artistic endeavours. Date: Saturday 26th August, 10am til 3pm Venue: Dungog Arts Society Gallery, 266 Dowling St, Dungog Cost: $50, includes lunch Bring your…
Fabulous day. Check out the exhibits including the entries in the Photography and Art Competition, listen to DJ Cotton Sax and the Port Stephens One Voice Choir, and watch the Fashion (from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s) Parade. Saturday 29 July, 10am to 2pm. Clarence Town Courthouse Museum, Grey St, Clarence Town. Details visit https://www.facebook.com/Clarencetowncourthouse