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June 1: Josh Kehoe Quartet

Josh Kehoe Quartet

Joshua Kehoe is a saxophonist, pianist and organist based in Brisbane. His passion for jazz music developed at an early age under the guidance of world-renowned educators and performers Ken Stubbs, John Morrison and John Hoffman. At age 10, he fell in love with the saxophone, followed by the love of piano and jazz organ a few years later. With diverse skills in musical practices, Josh has performed with a vast array of ensembles over the past seven years.

WHEN: 8pm-10pm

WHERE: Studio 188, 188 Brisbane Street, Ipswich

COST: $25

First 5 Forever - Toddler Time

Share rhymes, stories, songs and movement to support your active toddler’s emerging language and social skills.

WHERE: Redbank Plaza Library, 1 Collingwood Drive, Redbank

WHEN: 9.30am

COST: Free

Wriggle and Rhyme

Exploring language through movement. Bounce, clap, wiggle and giggle as the fun of rhymes, songs and stories are shared. Ages: 6-18 months with mums, dads and/or carers.

WHEN: 10.30am – 11am

WHERE: Redbank Plaza Library, 1 Collingwood Drive, and Ipswich Central Library, 40 South Street, Ipswich

COST: Free

Shapeshifters: 3D Printing the Future

Showcasing works by seven Australian and one international maker, this exhibition explores how 3D printing has revolutionised the way we design and apply products in our everyday lives. Artist creations on display include jewellery, fashion and prosthetics, all created using 3D printing technology. A series of workshops will accompany the exhibition including hands-on opportunities for adults and children to design and print their own 3D objects.

WHEN: Daily, until 2 September, 2018

WHERE: The Workshops Rail Museum, North St, North Ipswich

COST: Free with admission

First Friday Fun - Clay Mates

First Friday Fun is a monthly Ipswich Libraries program designed to feed the creativity, imagination and curiosity of primary school aged students. This month the focus is on Clay-mation: simple stop gap animation using clay and iPads to tell a story. Bookings recommended but drop-ins welcome. Suitable for ages 5-12 years.

WHEN: 3.30pm-4.45pm

WHERE: Ipswich Central Library, 40 South Street, Ipswich

COST: Free, book here

The Naked Magicians

Seen on London’s West End, in more than 200 cities around the world and by more than 50 million people on TV, The Naked Magicians is undoubtedly the world’s funniest and naughtiest magic show. This show is rated R18+

WHEN: 8pm

WHERE: Ipswich Civic Centre, corner Limestone and Nicholas Streets, Ipswich

COST: VIP $79.90, adults $49.90, concession $44.90, book here

FOREIGN BODIES: NEW WORK BY CHRISTOPHER TROTTER

These new sculptures by Christopher Trotter are created from natural objects and discarded machinery. Drawn to the unique forms and weathered surfaces of these materials, Trotter’s creations appear to have lived a hard life performing the task for which they were invented. Since each creation is made by joining unrelated materials in an illogical yet seemingly plausible combination, we are left to ponder exactly what function they performed.

WHEN: 10am-5pm daily, until 22 July

WHERE: d’Arcy Doyle Place, Ipswich

COST: Free

Wind Tubes

Design and build your very own flying creation to test in the Wind Tubes. See your creation take flight and soar to the ceiling, and defy gravity by hovering high overhead…or just fall to the floor. It’s all about air and invention, with a little bit of mid-air mayhem.

WHEN: 10am-5pm daily, until 9 September

WHERE: d’Arcy Doyle Place, Ipswich

COST: Free

Springfield Markets

It’s market day at Springfield. Hop on down to Robelle Domain Parklands for an afternoon treat, browse through local talented artists and crafters, shop for homewares and enjoy dinner with family and friends from food trucks and multicultural stalls.

WHEN: 3pm-8pm

WHERE: Robelle Domain Parklands, Springfield Central

COST: Free entry

Mums, Dads and Bubs

The Springfield Mums, Dads and Bubs runners group aim to get parents out of the house and meeting with other parents.

See more activites for Mums and Bubs at Active and Healthy Ipswich – click here

WHEN: 9.30am every Friday

WHERE: Robelle Domain Parklands, 155 Southern Cross Circuit, Springfield Central

COST: Free

A Private Collection

Belonging to an astute private collector, this uniquely personal collection of Australian art was assembled over a 60 year period. The collection gathers together over 130 works and has a particular focus on Queensland artists. Artist featured include William Bustard, Robert Campbell, Julian Ashton, Lionel Lindsay and Charles Lancaster.

WHEN: 10am – 5pm

WHERE: Ipswich Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place, Ipswich

COST: Free

GYS YOUTH BBQ

The Goodna Youth Service exists to empower young people in their communities, to maximize their potential in the face of the barriers or challenges to positive living.

WHEN: Friday afternoons 3.30pm – 4.30pm

WHERE: GYS Office, 11 William Street, Goodna

COST: Free

Eighty8 Hip Hop

End the working week with a bang with hip ho classes for beginners. Fun, easy and cheap. Open to all levels of dance and to those with no experience at all. Taught by one of New Zealand’s finest dancers so you will definitely be promised a great session week after week.

WHEN: 6.30pm

WHERE: Lifestyle Health Clubs, 344 Redbank Plains Road

COST: $12

Ipswich Artists: works from the Collection

See the diversity and skill of local Ipswich artists in this display featuring works that have been acquired for the Ipswich Art Gallery Collection.

Artists featured are Gary Abkin, Tim Acutt, Chenaya Bancroft-Davis, Annie Clarke, Donna Davis, Charmaine Davis, Mieke den Otter, Colleen Gardener, Angela Geertsma, Sally Harrison, Lizzett Kim, Wayne McDonnell, Sharon McKenzie, Deb Mostert, Kate Roberts, Andrew Spark and Helen Vere. Many of the pieces displayed have been acquired through the Ipswich Art Awards over the past 15 years and are shown in conjunction with this year’s Ipswich Festival.
WHEN: 10am – 5pm

WHERE: Ipswich Art Gallery, Darcy Doyle Place‚  Ipswich

COST: Free

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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