Winter is on the way out and you should be too. We’ve got you covered with events and entertainment from across Ipswich.
1. Anthems Duo
The name says it all. This dynamic duo plays nothing but anthems.
WHEN: Thursday 31 August, 7pm
WHERE: Brothers Leagues Club, Wildey Street, Raceview
COST: Free
2. Free pool
Join the rest of the sharks for free pool all day then put your skills to the test for the chance to win a $50 venue voucher.
WHEN: Thursday 31 August, 10am with a pool comp from 6pm
WHERE: Racehorse Hotel, 215 Brisbane Road, Booval
COST: Free
3. Active Parks Program
Ipswich City Council’s Active Parks Program offers a range of physical activities from (A)qua fitness to (Z)umba. This session of low impact fitness is perfect for beginners.
WHEN: Wednesday, 30 August, 9.30am
WHERE: Anzac Park, 1 Mill Street, Rosewood
COST: Free
4. Author visit
Be entertained, inspired and educated by Estelle McCrohan’s insights into her new travel autobiography Red Earth, Blue Sea.
WHEN: Thursday 31 August, 10am to 11.30am
WHERE: Ipswich Central Library, South Street, Ipswich
COST: Free
5. Chris Doyle
The One Man Big Band, Chris Doyle, takes the stage for a night of classic covers.
WHEN: Wednesday 30 August, 7pm
WHERE: Club Services Ipswich, Lowry Street, North Ipswich
COST: Free
6. Trivia Night
There’s $120 in cash prizes on the line and your team can share an extra $200 with a perfect score bonus.
WHEN: Thursday 31 August, 7pm
WHERE: Goodna Services Club, 32 Woogaroo Street, Goodna
COST: Free
7. A Room For Wild Animals
Get up close and personal with big cats, bears and deer from the Queensland Museum taxidermy collection.
WHEN: Now until Sunday 26 November
WHERE: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, North Ipswich
COST: Included in museum entry
8. 19th & 20th Century Works
This collection of fine art and folk art features a hand-crafted sideboard from the Cribb family’s iconic Gooloowan residence.
WHEN: Now until Sunday 14 October
WHERE: Ipswich Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place, Ipswich
COST: Free
9. Thursday night book club
Share stories from your favourite reads and hear about the books that have Ipswich people turning the pages.
WHEN: Thursday 31 August, 6pm to 7pm
WHERE: Redbank Plaza Library, 1 Collingwood Drive, Redbank
COST: Free
10. Brain Drain
Put your grey matter to the test and win great prizes in this trivia tournament for all ages.
WHEN: Wednesday 30 August, 7pm
WHERE: Mihi Tavern, 26 Fernvale Road, Brassall
COST: Free
11. Social golf
Enjoy a round at this par 70 course and check out the flatter, more user-friendly layout.
WHEN: Monday to Friday
WHERE: Sandy Gallop Golf Club, 100 Lobb Street, Ipswich
COST: $15 for nine holes, $20 for 18 holes
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