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January 18: Charcuterie by the pool

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 charcuterie hour by the pool
  • 9pm: Moonlight cinema – Chef

WHEN: January 8-28

WHERE: Spicers Hidden Vale, 617 Grandchester Mount Mort Rd, Grandchester

COST: Varies per event

Brett Hitchcock sings solo

Brett specialises in good time music that everyone knows and loves. Styles covered include pop, classic rock, jazz, motown, dance and funk covers from the 60s to today.

WHEN: From 11am

WHERE: Brothers Leagues Club, Wildey St, Raceview

COST: Free entry

Tech Savvy Seniors: Steam Bots

It’s never too late to learn. Become a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths) powered senior. Build new skills and get connected in a relaxed environment. This session is for people aged 55+ and addresses: “Don’t be daunted by the robot revolution. Get to know your collection of bots including Spheros, Bee-Bots and Makey Makey.”

WHEN: Thursday, 18 January 10am-12pm

WHERE: Ipswich Central Library, 40 South St

COST: Free event

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

Kids go Wild! Human impact: The earth under threat

The program is an interactive touch and learn session where children discover amazing facts about how humans impact the marine environment. Marine creatures the children can touch, and artefacts like shark jaws, create excitement while teaching the important message of caring for our environment. Presented by Ocean life Education. Bookings essential through Eventbrite.

WHEN: 10am-11.30am

WHERE: Queens Park Environmental Education Centre, Merle Finimore Avenue, Ipswich

COST: Free

Learn the art of equity-free funding, apply to Startup Chile

Come and join us at Fire Station 101 to learn how to raise equity free grants for your start-up, and apply to Start-up Chile’s next batch to secure US$45K equity-free grant including a 1-year working visa of Chile. Learn about pitching your start-up the right way.

WHEN: 6pm-8pm

WHERE: Firestation101, 101 Limestone St, Ipswich

COST: Free event

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

Ringo and Cash

This duo is keeping the Thursday night crowd entertained at Brothers Leagues Club.

WHEN: From 7pm

WHERE: Brothers Leagues Club, Wildey St, Ipswich

COST: Free entry

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

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

 

African drumming

African drumming with Sandra is a great chance to do some therapeutic rhythmic work. All musical abilities welcome. Phone 0416 826 203 to confirm attendance.

WHEN: 5pm-6pm

WHERE: Central Church Hall, 6 Gordon Street, Ipswich

COST: Gold coin donation

Women's self defence

Join De Been 100% Jiu Jitsu and learn self-confidence and simple techniques to have the highest possible chance to defend yourself should the need ever arise in a real life situation. The focus is on teaching practical methods for women to ward off an assailant.

WHEN: 5.30pm-6.15pm

WHERE: 5/31 Ipswich City Mall (above Bendigo Bank)

COST: Gold coin donation

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

Raff De at Club Services Ipswich

Raff De has an infectious style sure to entertain.

WHEN: 11am-2pm

WHERE: Club Services Ipswich, 5A Lowry Street, North Ipswich

COST: Free

DragonBall Super Weekly Comp

WHEN: Every Thursday 7pm – 10pm

WHERE: Good Games Ipswich, Shop 1, 44 East Street, Ipswich

COST: $10

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.

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

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