Get the family together, pack a picnic blanket and pull out a kite for KiteFest in Googong this Father’s Day. Photo: Supplied.
Looking for something to distract you from how far away we are from our next long weekend? We’ve got you covered …
Multiple days
Hear about the history of the South Coast’s many, many islands in this author talk. Photo: Eurobodalla Libraries Facebook.
Author Talk with Helen Moody
When: 2 September, 2 to 3 pm; 3 September, 11 am to noon
Where: Batemans Bay Library, Hanging Rock Place, Batemans Bay (on Monday); and Moruya Library, Vulcan Street, Moruya (on Tuesday)
Cost: Free entry, though registration via eventbrite for both the Batemans Bay talk and the Moruya talk is essential.
Helen Moody has taken an in-depth look into the history of 61 islands along the South Coast – and her research is discussed in her book, South Coast Islands – New South Wales. She will visit two Eurobodalla locations to talk about the islands’ beauty and hidden stories. Learn about Aboriginal connections, early European exploration of them, and their geology and flora – and their shipwrecks.
As they mark 40 years, Queanbeyan Quilters have organised a special exhibition. Photo: Queanbeyan Quilters Inc Facebook.
Postcards from Queanbeyan
When: 31 August to 20 October, 10 am to 4 pm (Wednesday to Saturday)
Where: Rusten House Art House Centre, 87 Collett Street, Queanbeyan
Cost: Free entry.
Queanbeyan Quilters has organised an exhibition of miniature quilts, which comes as part of its 40th anniversary celebrations. These miniature quilts celebrate Queanbeyan and use a wide range of quilting techniques, as the members reflected on what Queanbeyan meant to them.
The humble Sydney Rock Oyster is the focus of this inaugural series of events. Photo: Lucy Ridge.
Merimbula Merroir
When: 1 to 30 September, events at various times
Where: Various locations in Merimbula, see program
Cost: Depends on events, see program.
How much do you know about the Sydney Rock Oyster? The osyster is loved by foodies and farmers alike on the South Coast, and a new month-long celebration dedicated to it is kicking off. This inaugural series of events will run throughout September, giving South Coast locals and visitors to the region alike a chance to explore and learn about oyster farming. The schedule includes exhibitions, specialty dinners, tours and accommodation packages, with the Bidhiinja Oyster Exhibition as the centrepiece (a dedicated look into the history of oyster reefs in NSW and ongoing restoration efforts to protect and restore them).
Ordinary Day is a look at life in the Big Apple. Photo: Vanessa Valois.
Q The Locals presents: Ordinary Days
When: 5 to 7 September, shows at various times
Where: Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre (The Q), 253 Crawford Street, Queanbeyan
Cost: Tickets cost between $30 and $59.90 and are available via the Performing Arts Centre’s website.
Ordinary Days is the story of four young New Yorkers whose lives intersect as they search for fulfilment, happiness, love, and cabs. Through a score of vibrant and memorable songs, their experiences ring startlingly true to life. It is part of the Q The Locals program and is suitable for audiences aged 13 and older.
Saturday
Take a look into Quaama Cemetery with new eyes at this free guided tour. Photo: Bega Valley Shire Council.
Life in Our Cemeteries
When: 31 August, 11 am to 3 pm
Where: Quaama Cemetery, Quaama
Cost: Free entry, though people can register online.
What goes on at Quaama Cemetery once everyone has left? Attendees will walk through the cemetery and enter plants, insects or animals they see on the iNaturalist app, as experts take them through how the natural world (from bushfires to local vegetation to bushfires) has influenced the life of the cemetery. A light lunch will be provided.
Ash Grunwald show
When: 31 August, 7 to 11 pm
Where: Moruya Waterfront Hotel Motel, 1-5 Princes Highway, Moruya
Cost: Tickets cost $53.29 and are available via Humanitix.
Ash Grunwald is coming to The Moruya Waterfront, bringing his trademark stacks of guitars and foot-stomping blues. Across his 12 studio albums and career, the award-winning artist has collaborated with many of his fellow Australian musicians and played sold-out festivals across Europe, Japan, and North America. But on Saturday night, he’s coming to Moruya – so go and get your groove on!
Sunday
The Father’s Day event is free and open to everyone, no strings attached. Photo: Supplied.
Kitefest 2024
When: 1 September, 11 am to 2 pm
Where: Rockley Oval, Rockley Parade, Googong
Cost: Free entry.
A Googong favourite is returning for another year! This year, a range of flying animals and other kites will be taking to the sky. The public are invited to bring a picnic to munch on as they watch the kites (and clouds) go by, or treat themselves to a burger, ice cream or a sausage sizzle. Grab a kite.
Wednesday
Anh Do is bringing his story to new audiences with this stage show. Image: A-List Entertainment Facebook.
The Happiest Refugee live show
When: 4 September, 7:30 to 9 pm
Where: Bega Valley Commemorative Civic Centre, Zingle Place, Bega
Cost: Tickets cost between $64.90 and $69.90 (entry is only for people aged seven and older) and are available via TryBooking.
Vietnamese-born Anh Do came to Australia as a refugee as a child. His bestselling book, The Happiest Refugee, recounted his family’s journey to a new country and how they adjusted to a new life. A stage show brings his story to new audiences, combining stand-up comedy with real-life stories, photos, and filmed pieces to retell his story.
Thursday
Elvis: An American Trilogy
When: 5 September, 8 to 10:30 pm
Where: Goulburn Performing Arts Centre, 163 Auburn Street, Goulburn
Cost: Tickets cost between $39.50 and $69.50 (plus booking fee) and are available via the Performing Arts Centre’s website.
The King (of Rock ‘n’ Roll) is coming to Goulburn. This tribute show stars three performers, taking audiences through the many eras of the legendary Elvis Presley. The show starts with Louis Brown, bringing Elvis’ rockabilly sound and signature dance moves back to life before Michael Chambliss shows Elvis in his movie years and the ‘68 Comeback Special. Steve Michaels will star as Elvis in the ‘Aloha from Hawaii’ era.
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