Lollipops and Swoons
Be charmed by Nimrod which you will know from films Dunkirk and Elizabeth. Barber’s Adagio is profoundly beautiful and enshrined in Platoon, The Elephant Man and even South Park – it’s been sampled, digitalised and rearranged endlessly.
Rachmaninov’s Vocalise is one of the composer’s most cherished pieces with its wandering melody poised above pulsing chords. And of course, Tchaikovsky’s Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from Nutcracker is pure, sweet delight, beloved by audiences.
As the largest performing arts company in Queensland, Queensland Symphony Orchestra plays a vital role in Queensland’s cultural community, giving over 157 live performances across 47 weeks each year to more than 1.6 million people.
WHEN: 7.30pm
WHERE: Ipswich Civic Centre, corner Limestone and Nicholas Sts
COST: $45
Give a self-driving shuttle a try
The future is here. Head to Orion Lagoon and hop on an electric self-driving shuttle. It will travel along John Nugent Way. The self-driving shuttle demonstration is part of Ipswich City Council’s Smart City Program.
WHEN: 10am-12pm
WHERE: Orion Lagoon, Southern Cross Circuit, Springfield Central
COST: Free
Llewellyn Motors League Legends Lunch
Celebrate the beginning of the 2018 NRL season and support a worthy cause at the League Legends Lunch at Racehorse Hotel.
It will be a great afternoon with Ipswich great Allan Langer, former Balmain Tigers enforcer Paul Sironen and former Broncos, Maroons and Australian hooker Greg Conecsu.
Jets coach Shane Walker and current women’s rugby league superstar Ali Brigginshaw will also be there.
Money raised will help the Bravo family of Ipswich care for their daughter Samantha who is currently fighting Leukemia.
WHEN: 12pm-3.30pm
WHERE: 215 Brisbane Road, Booval
COST: $100 per person. Book tickets here
Groove and Grape at Studio 188
Celebrate the onset of the weekend with an evening of live jazz and delicious local wine in this intimate and acoustic venue. Groove and Grape is a night showcasing the talented musicians from Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University.
WHEN: 8pm-10pm
WHERE: Studio 188, 188 Brisbane St, Ipswich
COST: $25, $72 (table of 4)
Wriggle and Rhyme
Exploring language through movement. Bounce, clap, wiggle and giggle as we share fun rhymes, songs and stories with our older babies. Ages: 6-18 months with mums, dads and/or carers.
WHEN: 10.30am – 11am
WHERE: Ipswich Central Library, 40 South Street, Ipswich AND Redbank Plaza Library, 1 Collingwood Dr, Redbank.
COST: Free
First Friday Fun
A fun library club to feed the creativity, imagination and curiosity of primary school students.
WHEN: 3.30pm-4.45pm
WHERE: Ipswich Central Library, 40 South Street, Ipswich
COST: Free
Free pet microchipping clinic
Humans, it’s up to you. Get your pet microchipped. Microchipping your pet ensures you are reunited quickly if they get lost. Free microchipping for first-time dog registrations. If your dog is already registered with council, microchipping is only $20 on the day (EFTPOS available). You can also microchip your cat on the day for only $20.
WHEN: 9am-12pm
WHERE: Evan Marginson Park, Woogaroo Street, Goodna (next to the netball courts)
COST: Free for first-time dog registrations at the event
Scale-free network: Micro Draw Workshops
See the world in a whole new way! Ipswich Art Gallery will be home to Scale Free Network’s exciting art-science laboratory. Microscope drawing workshops combine a lesson in science, art and mathematics inspired by the microscopic world.
Using the microscopes supplied, students look at slides and live samples from different areas of scientific research such as microbiology, geology, water ecology, parasitology and botany as well as their own special objects. They then create works of art. This is for students in Years 3-10. Bookings are usually made by teachers and are essential.
WHEN: Sessions at 9.30am and 11.30am Monday to Friday, until March 23
WHERE: Ipswich Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place
COST: Free entry
First 5 Forever - Toddler Time at the Plaza Library
Share rhymes, stories, songs, and movement to help develop language and social skills in your active toddler. For Ages 18 months – 3 years
WHEN: 9.30am – 10am
WHERE: Redbank Plaza Library, 1 Collingwood Dr, Redbank
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
Railway Swimming Club
Railway Swimming Club is a family friendly club run by volunteers. Races are for kickboard swimmers through to Seniors.
WHEN: Friday nights at 7pm
WHERE: Georgie Conway Swim Centre, Toongarra Road, Leichhardt
COST: Pool entry free with membership. Membership fee is $50 for the six month season
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
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
