Nine things to do in the region this week (21 - 27 October)

This week, a new exhibition launches in Bega and Goulburn’s Annual Classic Ride offers three days of activities for motorbiking enthusiasts.

For live music lovers, the Hume Conservatorium has a unique musical show exploring breath, a Queanbeyan rapper is performing at his local, you can catch talented singer-songwriter Parmy Dhillon in Tuross Head and Tim Rogers at Tallagandra Hill.

There’s a Pre-Loved Fashion Sale in Queanbeyan, a running festival in Tarago and a day of fun marking Children’s Week in Bateman’s Bay.

Intertidal – Stephanie Simko and Mandy Hillson

When: Friday 21 October to Wednesday 9 November, Monday to Friday 10 am – 4 pm and Saturday 10 am – 1 pm
Where: Spiral Gallery, 47 Church St, Bega
Cost: Free entry.

Stephanie Simko and Mandy Hillson’s new exhibit explores and reflects the artists’ love of the intertidal zone as an ever-changing place by reflecting the rhythms of nature and its beauty. It is a contemplation on impermanence and the ebb and flow of life. Eurobodalla Shire Council arts and culture coordinator Indira Carmichael will officially open the new exhibit to the public this Frida (21 October) at 5 pm.

All Weekend

Classic Riders Club of Goulburn (CRCG) 31st Annual Classic Ride

When: Friday 21 October, 6 pm – 9 pm, Saturday 22 October, 8 am – 11 pm and Sunday 23 October, 8 am – 1:30 pm
Where: Kick off from Goulburn Workers Arena, Finlay Rd, Goulburn
Cost: Free entry.

Fans of veteran, classic and modern motorcycles alike unite for the Classic Riders Club of Goulburn’s 31st Annual Ride around Goulburn. This year’s event celebrates the centenary of Moto Guzzi. Over three days, bikers will take in scenic routes, enjoy morning teas and barbecue lunches and on the Saturday night, there will be a special dinner at the Goulburn Worker’s Club auditorium. See the full program on the invitation.

Friday

drawing breath

When: Friday 21 October, from 7 pm
Where: Hume Conservatorium, Creative Precinct, 160 Bourke St, Goulburn
Cost: $22.19, book here.

The words “I can’t breathe” have echoed worldwide as a harrowing reminder of the ongoing persecution of black communities in the US and Australia. As our breath is a base expression of our feelings, we let out anxious or surprised gasps, sighs of relief, deep breaths when we brace ourselves, and we hold our breath when we wait. From Machaut and Monteverdi to Pink Floyd and Queen, this special Luminescence Chamber Singers performance draws on first breaths, last breaths and music as diverse as the vast compass of human life in between.

Sokk at Walsh’s Hotel Queanbeyan

When: Friday 21 October, from 9 pm
Where: Walsh’s Hotel, Monaro St, Queanbeyan
Cost: Free.

After his first nightclub gig in Canberra in April, Queanbeyan’s barber turned rapper Sokk will perform in Queanbeyan’s Walsh’s Hotel beer garden. Music kicks off at 9 pm and Sokk will take the stage at 10 pm. He will be accompanied by fellow local rapper Julius Tupou.

Saturday

Parmy Dhillon

When: Saturday 22 October, from 8 pm
Where: One Tree Inn, 38-50 Evans Rd, Tuross Head
Cost: Free entry.

The talented and passionate singer-songwriter from Shepparton in Victoria, Parmy Dhillon is coming to Tuross Head as part of his Summer Hits & Anxiety Anthems tour. With his iconic alternative music he captures his journey through life by singing about the hardships he’s faced and using his music as an escape. His tour also includes Canberra on Friday (21 October) and Katoomba next Saturday (29 October).

Pre-Loved Fashion Sale

When: Saturday 22 October, 10 am – 2 pm
Where: C3 Church Queanbeyan, 116 Monaro Street, Queanbeyan
Cost: $20, book here.

Come along to the C3 Church in Queanbeyan and shop for a cause. For $20 you receive a bag to fill with whatever combination of men’s, women’s and kid’s items you want. All proceeds go towards the Louisa Domestic Violence Service. Shoppers also receive an entry into a raffle to win prizes from local businesses, and there will be a coffee cart on site.

Sunday

Tim Rogers at Tallagandra Hill

When: Sunday 23 October, from 6:30 pm
Where: Tallagandra Hill Winery, 1692 Murrumbateman Rd, Gundaroo
Cost: $73.88, book here.

As part of Tallagandra Hill Winery’s We Love Local Festival, local artist Tim Rogers is set to perform. His career in music, films, television, stage and literature spans nearly 30 years. An Australian icon best known as the frontman for Australian rock band You Am I, he has released 12 albums with his band and has also recorded and released five solo albums since 2013. Catch hits from his most popular albums while you sip a range of Tallagandra Hill wines and local beers and enjoy delicious food.

Run with the Wind

When: Sunday 23 October, 8 am – 5 pm
Where: Woodlawn Wind Farm, Tarago
Cost: $5, book here.

After two years of COVID-induced cancellations, this annual community fun run is again racing into the region. This event has been held since 2012 and is a fun way to get people out and about and active, and gives them the chance to learn more about renewable energy on the way. With 2km, 5 km, 10 km and 21 km events, there’s a race for every level.

Wednesday

Children’s Week Fun Day

When: Wednesday 26 October, 10 am – 12 pm
Where: Eurobodalla Regional Botanic Garden, Deep Creek Dam Rd, Batemans Bay
Cost: Free.

Grab the kids and head to the Eurobodalla Regional Botanic Garden for fun events for the little’uns. There will be face painting, dancing, obstacle courses and arts activities and local author Vanessa Wilton will read her new children’s book The Caterpillar and the Butterfly.