Main Street Festival at Ripley Town Centre
Help celebrate the opening of Ripley Town Centre with the Main Street Festival. It promises to be Ripley’s biggest ever party. There will be live music, children’s entertainers, a silent disco, rock climbing, kite flying, street food, giveaways and much more. Make sure you bring along your family and friends.
WHEN: 11am-4pm
WHERE: 676-722 Ripley Road, Ripley
COST: Free
Friends of Ipswich Libraries: Book Sale
Drop in and see what bargains you can find. Organised by Friends of Ipswich Libraries (FOILS), bags used must be those provided by Ipswich Libraries only.
WHEN: 9am – 11.30am
WHERE: Ipswich Central Library, Courtyard, 40 South Street, Ipswich
COST: $5 per bag. Cash sales only.
Nomika EP Launch
Having spent a few years maturing like budget wine, the band, His Merry Men, has decided to change their name and update their brand to reflect the stylistic evolution of their material. Sporting a more mature neo-soul feel, Nomika still wears those worn-in dancing shoes. They’ve taken their signature on-stage energy and gritty rock-and-roll flavor, spiked in some technicolour jazz, seasoned with a bit of hip hop attitude, and served up a funky smorgasbord of musical treats. With a slick eight-piece line-up and a bevy of brand new grooves, Nomika will draw even the wall-est of flowers onto the dance floor.
WHEN: 8pm – 10pm
WHERE: Studio 188 Ipswich, 188 Brisbane Street, Ipswich
COST: $15
Outback Divas at Goodna Services Club
Following in the tradition of Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Les Girls, enjoy a night with the Outback Divas. This is an 18+ show.
WHEN: Doors open 6.30pm, shows 8pm, 9pm and 10pm
WHERE: 112 Brisbane Terrace, Goodna
COST: $10
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
Introduction to weaving workshop
Learn weaving on the Rigid Heddle Loom. All materials supplied including a 25cm Ashford Sampleit loom, perfect for beginners. Learn how to put a loom together, warp a loom and weave a gorgeous scarf. Bookings essential. Book here.
WHEN: 9.30am-1pm
WHERE: The Art and Craft Cottage, Shop 2, West St, Ipswich
COST: $245
St Edmund's College open day
Thinking of sending your children to St Edmund’s College at Woodend? Take a closer look at all the school has to offer during its open day. Meet the principal and college leadership team, tour the college with students and speak with staff. For more information phone 3810 4400.
WHEN: 10am-noon
WHERE: 16 Mary Street, Woodend
COST: Free
West Moreton Anglican College open day
Explore how West Moreton Anglican College can uncover your child’s potential in academics, sport, extra-curricular and student well-being.
WHEN: 11am-3pm
WHERE: 8 Keswick Road, Karrabin
COST: Free, register here
Drive-In movies: Tad Jones: The Lost Explorer & Sherlock Gnomes
Get the family together for a night out at Tivoli Drive-In Theatre. Markets will start from 4pm with Tad Jones: The Lost Explorer and Sherlock Gnomes to follow.
WHEN: Gates open 4pm, Tad Jones: The Lost Explorer from 6.30pm
WHERE: 50 Coal Road, Chuwar
COST: $10 per car
Kings of War tournament
Bust out your miniatures for this Kings of War epic 2250 point tournament.
WHEN: 9am-noon
WHERE: Good Games Ipswich, 1/44 East Street, Ipswich
COST: $10
Test n Tune at Willowbank Raceway
Want to race your vehicle down the quarter mile? This is the event for you. Entry is on the day at the gate. More info here.
WHEN: Gates open 4pm
WHERE: Willowbank Raceway, Champions Way, Willowbank
COST: Adults $20, concession $18, children under 13 free
Learn 3D design and print
This three-week course will teach you the basics in 3D design using an online tool, Tinkercad. Start to create your own unique design, explore similar designs online and mix them into your own. Prepare your 3D designed object for printing and have a chance to design in virtual reality using Google Blocks. Basic computer skills are required. Email address is required for these sessions. Week 3 talks about importing and mixing 3D designs, preparing 3D design for printing, exploring other 3D design applications, and using virtual reality to create 3D designs.
WHEN: 10am-12pm
WHERE: Ipswich Central Library training room
COST: Free, but bookings are required
The Greggles at Brothers
Covering pop, rock and country classics from the 60s through to now, The Greggles‘ dynamic and interactive shows will keep you singing and dancing all night long. Requests are not only accepted they are encouraged, making sure you have the best night possible.
WHERE: Brothers Leagues Club, Wildey Street, Raceview
COST: Free
Woodsmash at Brothers
If you like high-energy, blood pumping, live cover shows you will not want to smash Woodsmash.
WHEN: 9.30pm
WHERE: Brothers Leagues Club, Wildey Street, Raceview
COST: Free
parkrun
parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in. All ages and abilities can go along and run the 5km course. Please register before your first run. Bring a printed copy of your barcode so you can get your time. You are also welcome to grab a coffee in a local cafe with the parkrunners afterwards.
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WHEN: 7am
WHERE: Catherine Morgan Park, Renehan Place, Augustine Heights
Bill Paterson Oval, Limestone Park, Cnr Lion Street and Salisbury Road
White Rock Conservation Park, School Road, Redbank Plains
COST: Free
West End Juniors Car Wash Fundraiser
The West End Juniors are raising funds with a Car Wash. Get your car washed by a player or committee member.
WHEN: 9am – 2pm
WHERE: Caltex Servo, Hunter Street, Brassall
COST: $10
Peak Organics Market
Peak Organics is a small organic farm situated in rural Queensland. Currently they sell direct to the public from their farm gate.
WHEN: 9am – 2pm
WHERE: Ivory’s Rock Conferences and Event, 310 Mount Flinders Road, Peak Crossing.
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
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
