Flavours of Summer
Spicers Hidden Vale invites you to indulge in a truly unique food festival showcasing the delicious variety of food and beverages that summer in Queensland has to offer.
The inaugural Flavours of Summer Gourmet Festival celebrates fresh produce, suppliers and retailers from across the local region and offers guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in unique Australian activities.
Today’s events include:
- All day: Home-made ice cream of the day
- All day: The Perfect Party Co. lawn games
- 6.30am-7.30am: Adventure Walk
- 10am: Sourdough masterclass
- 4pm-5pm: Cocktail making class
- 5pm-5.30pm: Market garden tour
- 6pm-7pm: Aperol chacuterie hour by the pool
- 9pm: Moonlight cinema – Sideways
WHEN: January 8-28
WHERE: Spicers Hidden Vale, 617 Grandchester Mount Mort Rd, Grandchester
COST: Varies per event
Pilates at South Ripley
Pilates with Donna Dobs. Suitable for beginners, level one and two. BYO yoga mat and drink bottle.
WHEN: 6.30pm-7.15pm
WHERE: Providence Centre, Providence Parade, South Ripley
COST: $7 per person
Insectarium at Workshops Rail Museum
Explore the microscopic world of insects in a fantastic photographic exhibition of Queensland Museum specimens. Come face to face with colourful insects with hands on insect activities.
See images of the iconic Dodd insect collection – where art meets science; get up close to insects from the Queensland Museum collection; see live stick insects and sort their insect eggs from their frass (stick insect poo); create your own butterfly that flutters when you move; be an insect artist! Examine insects up close then draw and colour them; match the butterfly wings to create amazing butterfly pictures; see microscopic images of insects in 3D.
WHEN: Until January 21.
WHERE: The Workshops Rail Museum, North St.
COST: Adult $14.50, Concession $12.50, Child (aged 3-15) 11.50, Family $44.50
This is my heritage: Exhibition
Viewing a photograph from the past, or holding an object of historical significance, can spark interest, emotion and dialogue. But, when a unique personal connection is established between an object and an individual, it has the power to stir poignant memories and promote a deeper understanding and knowledge of times gone by.
This is my heritage explores the profound connection that objects have to family, country and culture through the personal memories and experiences of 12 of Queensland’s Indigenous artists and educators..
WHEN: 9.30am-4pm, until January 21
WHERE: The Workshops Rail Museum, North St, North Ipswich
COST: Adult $14.50, Concession $12.50, Child $11.50 (age 3-15), Family $44.50
My Little Pony Play Zone
Make magical new friends at Orion Springfield Central’s garden gathering play zone, featuring seed planting, craft, interactive games, meet and greets. No bookings required.
WHEN: 10am-2pm
WHERE: Target and Coles mall, Orion Springfield Central, Main Street, Springfield
COST: Free
Built for Speed
Design, build and race your Lego hot rod, dragster or supercar down rad ramps and slick tracks. Modify your ride for extra speed then re-race your turbocharged wheels for ultimate victory.
WHEN: 10am-5pm daily, until February 18
WHERE: Ipswich Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place, Nicholas St, Ipswich
COST: $5 per person or $15 for a family pass (admits up to five people. Must include at least one adult). Free for under 2s.
Beading with Howard
Learn how to make beaded jewellery. Join this small beading group at Our House Our Haven. Howard will teach you everything you need to know and help you create some beautiful things for you to keep. Beading kits and tools provided. Limited spaces available. Phone 0416 825 203 to confirm attendance.
WHEN: 10am-11am
WHERE: Central Church Hall, 6 Gordon Street, Ipswich
COST: $5 to cover materials
19th & 20th Century Works
View some of the finest pieces from the Ipswich Art Gallery’s collection of 19th and early 20th century fine art and folk art, as well as contemporary works reflecting Ipswich’s heritage.
WHEN: 10am-5pm daily, until October 14
WHERE: Ipswich Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place, Nicholas St, Ipswich
COST: Free entry
Library bag decorating
The kids can decorate their very own library bag at Brassall Shopping Centre’s back to school workshop.
WHEN: 10am-2pm
WHERE: 68 Hunter Street, Brassall
COST: Free
Reptiles at Riverlink
Keep the kids entertained with free, child friendly reptile shows. Radical Reptiles Training constructs the presentations in such a way that there are lots of different reptiles for the public to see and enjoy. No bookings required.
WHEN: 9am-4pm
WHERE: Outside BCF, Riverlink – Downs St and The Terrace, North Ipswich
COST: Free
Kids Go Wild! Back to school crafts
Beat the back to school blues in this relaxed crafty session with local maker and upcycler Bec Lewis of Little Brown Dog Workshop. Working with recycled household items we’ll make a few bits and bobs to help keep you organised for the year ahead. Suitable for ages 5-12. Bookings through Eventbrite.
WHEN: 10am-11.30am
WHERE: Queens Park Environmental Education Centre, Merle Finimore Avenue, Ipswich
COST: Free
Tropical sand art bottles
Create a tropical sand art bottle. Choose your colours, layer the sand and watch as your unique pattern emerges.
WHEN: 11am-2pm
WHERE: Outside Woolworths, Booval Fair, corner Brisbane Road and South State Road, Booval
COST: Free, no bookings required
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