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Wednesday, 1 July 2009

Canberra Zine Fair 9.30 am - 10.00 pm

Running as part of the ACT Writers Centre 'SCRIBBLE: Young writers, young readers' festival, the Canberra Zine Fair is a chance for local and interstate zinesters and indie publishers to trade and spruke their wares.

Please email poetry.slams@gmail.com to book a space.

As there will be limited numbers of tables available during the festival the centre is asking people to pay a $10 fee on the day if they wish to rent a table (the centre will pay the other half of the $20 rental fee) but if you can bring your own it's free.
There will be plenty of chairs freely available.

For more information please contact 0403885873

Blood donations All month

The Australian Red Cross Blood Service urgently needs blood donations this month. Our stock levels are falling due to Winter colds and flu and increased hospital demand. No matter what your blood type, we need you now! Please call 13 14 95 if you can help us save lives during July and August. THANK YOU!!

Thursday, 2 July 2009

Blood Donations urgently needed All day

The Australian Red Cross Blood Service urgently needs blood donations this month. Our stock levels are falling due to Winter colds and flu and increased hospital demand. No matter what your blood type, we need you now! Please call 13 14 95 if you can help us save lives during July and August. THANK YOU!!

Friday, 3 July 2009

Blood Donations Urgently Needed All day

The Australian Red Cross Blood Service urgently needs blood donations this month. Our stock levels are falling due to Winter colds and flu and increased hospital demand. No matter what your blood type, we need you now! Please call 13 14 95 if you can help us save lives during July and August. THANK YOU!!

Scope Youth Services 4pm-8pm

An Information Advice and Referral event for youth aged 12-25 years hosted by "Scope Youth Services".Garema Place, Civic, Friday 03/07/09 4pm-8pm.

All welcome, free event, sausage sizzle, information stalls,Airbrush tattooing, face painting, interactive workshops by "Kelly Sports", live music by youth bands and special guest performance by "Perpetual End".

For more information please contact 0439 396 879

Saturday, 4 July 2009

Delicacies of bush tucker 11am- 12pm

Discover the delicacies of bush tucker
Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July
11 am - 12 noon

Unearth traditional bush foods on a discovery journey through Australia¹s largest collection of native plants with Warren Saunders. Followed by a range of bush tucker tastings and BBQ. BBQ items available for purchase.
Bookings for Warren's walk 02 6250 9540 (NAIDOC Week event)

Calvary Chapel Op Shop 8.00am - 1.00pm

A not for profit op shop with quality pre-loved clothing, manchester, bric-a-brac, books, plants, toys and small household goods for sale in the church hall. This is held on the first Saturday of every month except for January at Calvary Chapel UPC located on the corner of Maclaurin Cr and Plunkett St in Chifley ACT 2606. Come along and find a bargain or call on 6281 2330 for any enquiries.

The Bazaar 12-3.30pm

Love Architecture?
Considering studying Archictecture at University?
Planning a career in Archictecture?
Then the Bazaar is an event not to be missed!

Meet With Canberra's Leading Architects and Universities from across Australia.

12-3.30 pm at the University of Canberra, Building 7, Architecture studios level B.

Sunday, 5 July 2009

Come and Try Para Cycling Individual Time Trial 3pm

As part of the DBR Australia 2009 Junior and Women's Canberra Tour, the ACT Cycling Federation will be conducting an Individual Time Trial for Cyclist with a Disability on Sunday 5 July 2009.

All cyclists with a disability aged 10 and older are encouraged to participate (boys, girls, women and men) are welcome.

All types of cycles and self-propelled cycle-like machines are welcome, including tandems and handcarts will be catered for. A participant will need to bring their own roadworthy cycle and helmet.

For more information please phone David or go to event flyer on the Tour website. http://canberratour.actcyclingevents.com.au/index.asp?IntCat


Delicacies of bush tucker 11-12pm

Discover the delicacies of bush tucker
Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July
11 am ¬- 12 noon

Unearth traditional bush foods on a discovery journey through Australia¹s largest collection of native plants with Warren Saunders. Followed by a range of bush tucker tastings and BBQ. BBQ items available for purchase.
Bookings for Warren's walk 02 6250 9540 (NAIDOC Week event)

Come and Try Para Cycling Individual Road Time Trial 3:00 PM

As part of the DBR Australia 2009 Junior and Women's Canberra Tour, the ACT Cycling Federation will be conducting an Individual Time Trial for Cyclist with a Disability on Sunday 5 July 2009.

All cyclists with a disability aged 10 and older are encouraged to participate (boys, girls, women and men) are welcome.

All types of cycles and self-propelled cycle-like machines are welcome, including tandems and handcarts will be catered for. A participant will need to bring their own roadworthy cycle and helmet.

Racing will be conducted on closed roads at Stromlo Forest Park, Uriarra Road, Stromlo commencing at approximately 3:00 PM.

Racing is free as there is no entry fees.

For more information please phone David on 0419 414200 or go to event flyer on the Tour website. http://canberratour.actcyclingevents.com.au/index.asp?IntCat

The Pocket Score Company presents: NachtMusik 3pm

At All Saints Church, on the corner of Bonney Street and Cowper Street, Ainslie, you can hear Canberra's most compact fullrange male-voice consort brings you a Germanic selection from mediaeval times to the Baroque era.

The concert includes Neidhart von Reuenthal's celebration of Spring, Isaac's hypnotically beautiful take on the Song of Songs, the angular elegance of Walther and Vulpius, songs of love and loss from Schein and Othmayr; and something rude 'n' rural from Senfl.

Not to mention Praetorius, Bach, Lassus and Oswald von Wolkenstein: and note that this will probably be your only chance this year to take in some Gumpelzhaimer.

Tickets at the door $20/15

Monday, 6 July 2009

Blood Donations Urgently Needed All day

The Australian Red Cross Blood Service urgently needs blood donations this month. Our stock levels are falling due to Winter colds and flu and increased hospital demand. No matter what your blood type, we need you now! Please call 13 14 95 if you can help us save lives during July and August. THANK YOU!!

Junior Sports Clinic 9am -4pm daily

This is a junior holiday program with a sports focus. Participants will experience a wide range of sports with the emphasis on fun and socialising in a safe environment. This clinic is caters for boys and girls aged between 6 and 12.Participants can be enrolled for any length of days, from 1 up to 5.
contact: Kyle Piper, manthrax_7@hotmail.com
0420977342
or
www.tvcc.org.au

Tuesday, 7 July 2009

Weston Creek VIEW Club Meeting 11.30 am - 2.30 pm

Join the ladies of Weston Creek VIEW Club at their next meeting on Tuesday 7 July at the Southern Cross Club, Woden from 11.30 am to 2.30 pm.

After a two course lunch, our guest speaker, Meredith Austin will speak about photograher, Olive Cotton.

VIEW club members and interested ladies will be warmly welcomed. If you would like to join us, telephone Enid on 6284 7647 by 5 pm Friday 3 July. Cost is $19.50

Blood Donations Urgently Needed All day

The Australian Red Cross Blood Service urgently needs blood donations this month. Our stock levels are falling due to Winter colds and flu and increased hospital demand. No matter what your blood type, we need you now! Please call 13 14 95 if you can help us save lives during July and August. THANK YOU!!

Oxygen: Breathing in the Universe 5:30-6:30pm

Dr Lisa Kewley will discuss the history of oxygen atoms, from the Big Bang through to the air that we breathe today. Oxygen atoms were created in the first stars in the universe and expelled through powerful supernovae and vast stellar winds. As matter collided, forming galaxies, oxygen was created in many generations of star formation throughout the history of the universe. Kewley will present recent observations of the amount of oxygen in the universe using the Keck and Subaru telescopes on Mauna Kea
in Hawaii. She will also describe how oxygen atoms responsible for life as we know it, created in these galaxies end up in the earth's atmosphere.

Venue:
The Finkel Lecture Theatre
The John Curtin School of Medical Research, Building 131
Garran Rd, ANU

This event is free and open to the public

Enquiries:
T: 6125 7676
E: maxine.whittaker@anu.edu.au

For other events please visit- http://billboard.anu.edu.au/events.asp

Thursday, 9 July 2009

Blood Donations Urgently Needed All day

The Australian Red Cross Blood Service urgently needs blood donations this month. Our stock levels are falling due to Winter colds and flu and increased hospital demand. No matter what your blood type, we need you now! Please call 13 14 95 if you can help us save lives during July and August. THANK YOU!!

Friday, 10 July 2009

Blood Donations Urgently Needed All day

The Australian Red Cross Blood Service urgently needs blood donations this month. Our stock levels are falling due to Winter colds and flu and increased hospital demand. No matter what your blood type, we need you now! Please call 13 14 95 if you can help us save lives during July and August. THANK YOU!!

Saturday, 11 July 2009

Delicacies of bush tucker 11am- 12pm


Discover the delicacies of bush tucker
Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July
11 am -¬ 12 noon

Unearth traditional bush foods on a discovery journey through Australia¹s largest collection of native plants with our volunteer guide, Warwick Wright.
Followed by a range of bush tucker tastings and BBQ. BBQ items available for purchase.
Bookings for Warwick's walk 02 6250 9540
(NAIDOC Week event)

Help Red Cross Help Others 9.00 am

Help Red Cross Help Others

MATES is a new Red Cross volunteer program in the ACT that reconnects socially isolated and marginalised people back to their community through supportive companionship.

Participants may include people with mental health issues, people involved in the justice/correctional system, migrants, or individuals from low socio-economic backgrounds.

Volunteers and participants meet for one or two hours on a weekly or fortnightly basis to undertake social and other activities together, usually out in the community.

We are currently taking expressions of interest from people who are interested in becoming a volunteer. Comprehensive training will be provided.

Please contact Paula on 6234 7632 for further details.

Start date: 1st July 2009
End Date: 30th September 2009
Time: variable times
Venue: Red Cross

www.redcross.org.au

Annie & The Armadillo's Perform Live at The Belconnen Premier Inn 6:45pm for 7:00pm

The Belconnen Premier Inn are raising funds for the Canberra Special Children's Christmas Party with a 3 course dinner & entertainment from Annie & The Armadillo's, tickets on sale now.

For more information please contact 6256 9283 or functions@belconnenpremierinn.com

'Knocker' White's Gala Night 7pm

The White Family would like to invite you to attend 'Knocker' White's Gala Night!
Saturday 11 July 2009
7:00pm
The Auditorium - Erindale Vikings
Tables of 10
Tickets $40 each - Includes 2 course meal, trivia and entertainment.

To purchase tickets contact Tiffany White

ICW presents: Insaneasylum 09 [The BIGGEST Aussie Wrestling Show of the YEAR] 5:30pm

The BIGGEST Aussie Wrestling Show of the YEAR is coming to the Erindale PCYC, Canberra.

Featuring: Russell the Love Muscle Vs. Hank Armstrong Vs. "Devious" David Kennedy for BOTH the ICW Championship & Australian Championship in a Triple Threat Match.

Also featuring: ICW Capital Champion & Commissioner Rex, Dozer, "Too Kool" Ian Savage, TJ Star, The Syndicate, Luke Miller & many more.

ICW Insaneasylum 09
Saturday 11th July
Erindale PCYC, Canberra
Doors Open 5:30pm, Show Starts 6:00pm
Adults: $10, 13-17yrs: $8, 5-12yrs: $5, Kids under 5: FREE

For more info, visit the website: www.insaneasylum.com.au

Melrose High School class of 1988 reunion 6.30pm

Calling all class of 1988 Melrose High School students for a reunion to be held at the Canberra Workers Club, 45 West Row Canberra City. Contact Natasha for more info at npajanti@gmail.com or mobile 0438549638

Sunday, 12 July 2009

Delicacies of bush tucker 11am- 12pm

Discover the delicacies of bush tucker
Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July
11 am -¬ 12 noon

Unearth traditional bush foods on a discovery journey through Australia¹s largest collection of native plants with our volunteer guide, Warwick Wright.
Followed by a range of bush tucker tastings and BBQ. BBQ items available for purchase.
Bookings for Warwick's walk 02 6250 9540
(NAIDOC Week event)

MULTICULTURAL VARIETY SHOW 2pm

MULTICULTURAL VARIETY SHOW

Sunday 12 July 2009 starting at 2 pm
Damiano Hall, Italo-Australian Club, Franklin St, Forrest

This major event is being organised by the Dante Alighieri Society (the Italian language and culture society) with the support of the Canberra Multicultural Community Forum as part of the National Abruzzo Earthquake Appeal.

Come to an afternoon of great entertainment! Bring your family and friends!
You will be entertained by a variety of groups including:

Dante Musica Viva – The Dante Society choir that will sing in Italian
Alma Latina - a Latin-American choir that has even sung in South America
Chinese lion dancers
Manquehue – a Chilean folk dance group
African drummers
The tenor Phil Perman and other performers from the Jazz Garters show

Entry: only a $10 donation for a single ($20 for a family). Donations are tax deductible.

(Note that the Prime Minister and the Italian Ambassador are patrons of the national appeal to which all funds raised at this event will be devolved.)

For further information contact the Dante office – 6247 1884

Monday, 13 July 2009

Hook in 2 Hockey Holiday Clinic 9:30-1:00

Hockey ACT will be running a Hook in 2 Hockey clinic for children of all ages and abilities. Children will be provided with expert coaching as well as a pack, which includes a stick, ball, shinpads and a showbag filled with goodies. If you are interested visit the Hockey ACT website, or call Hockey ACT

Saturday, 18 July 2009

Shakespeare's Renaissance Ball  7:30pm - 11:30pm

Earthly Delights Historic Dance Academy invite you to join them for Shakespeare's Renaissance Ball featuring Italian, French and English dances from dawn of our western traditions, with spectacular costumed display in between accessible period dances for all. Everyone is welcome, all dances are led and no partners are necessary.
Please bring a supper contribution for the mid-evening supper break. Complimentary tea and coffee all evening.
Costumes are admired but not required.

St John's Church Hall, Constitution Ave, Reid

http://www.earthlydelights.com.au

Sunday, 19 July 2009

The Canberra Blues Society's Monthly Blues Jam Doors open @ 1:00pm - 4:30pm

The Canberra Blues Society's Monthly Blues Jams are held on the third Sunday of the month, and everyone is most welcome to bring along their instrument and or their voice and jam with some of the best blues musicians in Canberra in front of the largest jam audience in the ACT, or just come along to listen and enjoy some great music, and friendly atmosphere. The CBS features a different host band every month.
Host Band: The Backbeat Drivers
Entry is only $2.00
The only place to be for the best blues in Canberra is the Statesman Hotel Curtin on the third Sunday of every month.

Monday, 20 July 2009

Dru Yoga with Robyn 6.15pm-7.45pm

Robyn Harris has been teaching Dru Yoga for 8 years. "I started yoga when I became ill and it was a great way to stretch out my muscles, shift some stress and help me sleep better. Then I discovered Dru Yoga and it was love at first try. Its a fantastic style of yoga to start when you have health issues that might limit your energy or movement but it can also stretch those that are fit and healthy. When I teach I enjoy seeing the mood of the class shift as the class progresses and people are happy and relaxed". Venue is the Canberra Seniors Centre, Watson St Turner.Email Robyn on Dru.with robyn@gmail.com

Tuesday, 21 July 2009

Help Red Cross Help other 9.00 am

Help Red Cross Help Others

MATES is a new Red Cross volunteer program in the ACT that reconnects socially isolated and marginalised people back to their community through supportive companionship.

Participants may include people with mental health issues, people involved in the justice/correctional system, migrants, or individuals from low socio-economic backgrounds.

Volunteers and participants meet for one or two hours on a weekly or fortnightly basis to undertake social and other activities together, usually out in the community.

We are currently taking expressions of interest from people who are interested in becoming a volunteer. Comprehensive training will be provided.

Please contact Paula on 6234 7632 for further details.

Start date: 1st July 2009
End Date: 30th September 2009
Time: variable times
Venue: Red Cross

www.redcross.org.au

Brindabella Womens Group 9:30 am - midday

The Brindabella Womens Group welcomes everyone back for term 3. This session we will be working on our Community Arts Project, from one mother to another. Newcomers always welcome.

For more information please call 6140 1490

Thursday, 23 July 2009

Help Red Cross Help Others 9.00 am

Help Red Cross Help Others

MATES is a new Red Cross volunteer program in the ACT that reconnects socially isolated and marginalised people back to their community through supportive companionship.

Participants may include people with mental health issues, people involved in the justice/correctional system, migrants, or individuals from low socio-economic backgrounds.

Volunteers and participants meet for one or two hours on a weekly or fortnightly basis to undertake social and other activities together, usually out in the community.

We are currently taking expressions of interest from people who are interested in becoming a volunteer. Comprehensive training will be provided.

Please contact Paula on 6234 7632 for further details.

Start date: 1st July 2009
End Date: 30th September 2009
Time: variable times
Venue: Red Cross

www.redcross.org.au

Friday, 24 July 2009

From the Margins - Speaking up on Mental Health 09:45

St Vincent de Paul Society members report a growing number of people with a mental illness accessing our services. Many of them are lonely, feel isolated, and have little or no social linkages. The current medical model with its existing structure cannot meet this crucial need. Few can maintain wellness, no matter how good a management plan they have, without secure affordable housing with appropriate levels of support and social linkages.

Our National Council is therefore hosting a half-day forum in which we can hear the voices of those who are living with mental illnesses and those who stand in solidarity and friendship with them.

All are welcome, and there is no registration fee, but we ask that you register beforehand for catering purposes.

To secure a place at this Forum please contact
Donna Scheerlinck on 026202 1200 or donnas@svdpnatcl.org.au
no later than 17th July 2009.

Please arrive at 9.45am for a 10am start.
Lunch will be served at 1.15pm.

Saturday, 25 July 2009

Christmas in July 6.30 for 7.00 pm

Come along and have some fun by supporting the ACT Eden Monaro Cancer Support Group's Christmas in July. For further information pleas contact 62971261

Sunday, 26 July 2009

2009 AFL Round 17, Melbourne v Sydney Swans, Manuka Oval 1.10pm

Check out Round 17 of the 2009 Toyota Australian Football League Premiership. Melbourne battle it out with Sydney here in Canberra at Manuka Oval. Tickets from Ticketmaster tickets from $22.25 - $49.95

For more information please call 62280353

JAZZ at the WIG & PEN 12noon to 2pm

Don't miss this rare opportunity to enjoy the music of the highly acclaimed Duntroon Lounge Club jazz band. The group is known for its instrumental abilities and cool, jazzy sounds. Enjoy two hours of great music, food, refreshments and company all included in your donation at the door! ADULTS $20, ANU STUDENTS $10

This is a fund-raising initiative of the Canberra/Versailles Association. All proceeds go towards the provision of scholarships for ANU students to further their studies at the University of Versailles and elsewhere in France.

Wednesday, 29 July 2009

MANUFACTURING & RESOUCES AND INFRASTRUCTURE 7:30am - 10am

INDUSTRY AND SCHOOLS ARE INVITED TO HELP BUILD FUTURE WORKFORCES

Where: Orion Room, Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden, 92-96 Corinna Street Phillip ACT

Following on from the outcomes of the School and Industry Leaders Forum (SILF) in 2008, the Student to Industry Program (SIP) in conjunction with Career Advice Australia is providing more opportunities for industry to link with schools.

Career Advice Australia (CAA) is an Australian Government initiative that strives to help all young Australians make a smooth transition through school and on to further study, training or work.

As part of this SIP and CAA encourage industry to take an active role in shaping their future workforce and support schools in assisting the students in their pathways and choices.

Eight Industry Information Breakfasts are being held across ten industries to give industry representatives the opportunity to meet directly with school Careers Advisers and National Industry Career Specialists (NICS).

The Breakfast will be followed by a SIP Trip, where attendees will be taken to industry sites specific to the industry to view the breadth of each business and the employment opportunities that exist within them.

Find more information and register online www.sip.net.au

Barnardos Foster Care Information Session 1.00pm-2.00pm

Find out more about Foster Care and meet an existing Foster Carer who has been caring for Canberra children for 10 years

For more information please contact 6228 9500

Friday, 31 July 2009

MUSE 09 7.00 for 7.30pm

A fashion show comprising 100 garments designed and made by Mikaela Hiew in memory of Marie Matthews to raise funds for cancer research. All proceeds to the Australian Cancer Research Foundation.

For more information please contact 0417236959