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January 7: Give blood for the new year

Give blood

Did you know the average new year’s resolution only lasts until February? From marathons we never train for, to diets we can’t stick to, most Australians fall short of keeping their new year’s promises at some point. Now that it’s 2018, why not make a resolution that’s easy, quick and helps save lives – donate blood.

To make an appointment please call 13 14 95 or visit donateblood.com.au.

WHEN: Make an appointment

WHERE: Australian Red Cross Blood Service Ipswich Donor Centre, Riverlink Shopping Centre, Riverlink Medical Centre, 2 Lowry St.

COST: Maybe you’ll get a biscuit.

Ipswich Showplace Markets

The Ipswich Showplace Markets are held every Sunday at the Ipswich Showgrounds. They are open to the public between 6am and 11:30am.

Stallholders currently sell a range of items, both new and second hand. They range from toys, clothes, books, plants, household items, DVDs and CDs, art, craft, tools, hardware, services, fruit and vegetables, ice-cream, hot food, coffee and more.

WHEN: 6am-11.30am

WHERE: Ipswich Showgrounds, 81 Warwick Rd

COST: Coin donation

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

Sunday Service (Open Mic with artistinresidence DR Bombay Acoustic)

DR BOMBAY – ACOUSTIC is hosting the open mic and performing at the Sunday Service.
Bring an instrument or your voice if you want to perform and have some fun.

WHEN: 3pm-6pm

WHERE: The Coronation Hotel, 254 Brisbane Street, West Ipswich

COST: Free

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

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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