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November 2015
Nillumbik Artists Open Studios
November 21 & 22, 28 & 29
Find out more »Cave – Waits – Cohen
Award-winning singer Mikelangelo takes on three of the great poets of popular music in a triumphant and highly entertaining one-man show. Nick Cave, Tom Waits and Leonard Cohen stole his heart and soul as a young man, and now he delivers a stirring homage to these men who set him on his musical path.
Find out more »Marysville Open Gardens
At an elevation of 420 metres, Marysville enjoys colder winters than that of the neighbouring townships. As a result, spring comes a little later to Marysville so late November is the perfect time to see the gardens at their very best. A selection of different garden styles have been chosen for Open Gardens Marysville, ranging from small gardens that wrap around the homes, to gardens set into steep blocks, a rock garden, a garden with a very impressive collection…
Find out more »December 2015
THROUGH AN OPEN WINDOW
Artists Jennifer Scott and Sandra Dare exhibit their latest work at the historical Mont De Lancey homestead. Open: Wed-Sun 10am-4:30pm
Find out more »Warratina Lavender Harvest
The lavender harvest season is upon us. The air is full of the fragrance of lavender and it is a great time for beautiful photos. Pick up a bunch of fresh lavender when you visit or tour the drying sheds throughout December. New seasons specials are available in the gift shop and the tea room is serving up delicious specials. Open 9am to 5pm. Closed Tuesdays.
Find out more »DIGGERS WORKSHOPS
1st Sunday of the month There is something on offer and much to be gained for everyone from our current programme. Workshops focus on a wide range of essential gardening topics, techniques and skills, as well as focusing on specific plants and tasks to suit the season. Gardening skills and knowledge will be hosted by our experts. Bookings essential and our cancellation policy applies. 10:30am-12pm and 1pm-2:30pm. Members $29, non-members $39. Bookings: Diggers Garden Shop (03) 9751 0584.
Find out more »INSPIRATIONS IN WATERCOLOUR & PASTEL
3 artists, 1 exhibition Peter Thorpe emigrated from the UK in 1978 and after a career as a painter and decorator began painting with watercolours in 1997. He studied under Master Watercolourist Tony Lewis in Queensland and teaches at U3A in Croydon. Ruth Thorpe started painting 15 years ago and loves watercolour painting. Mainly self-taught, she spends hours capturing the full beauty of flowers which is both challenging and exciting. Robin Dawson paintings in pastel and watercolours have resulted in…
Find out more »EXPRESSIONS
The Schoolhouse Group are contemporary artists who have painted together for many years. They meet to make and discuss art at the beautiful old Schoolhouse at Badger Creek near Healesville. Each person has their own individual style and method of applying paint and they appreciate each other’s comments and advice. This exhibition will reflect their diverse artwork that has emerged from a mutual passion to paint. Artists include: Gabrielle Kosmer, Chris Major, Jane Fitzherbert, Joke Frijlink, Barbara Schroeder, Eileen Venables,…
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