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Wednesday 17th March 2010

Events on Wednesday 17th March 2010

SHARP, FLAT and GRAND - Piano recitals at Como Historic House

Every Wednesday from February 24th to March 31st 2010 Como Historic House is proud to play host to the talents of pianist Nancy Tsou. The accomplished musician is in residence to present a series of piano recitals, featuring the work of Chopin, Beethoven and the Romantics, as well as Argentinean Tangos and popular contemporary music. Admission includes morning tea and guided tour of the mansion.

  • Program1 - Chopin Nocturnes and Preludes 1 3rd March
  • Program 2 - Chopin Nocturne and Preludes 2 10th March
  • Program 3 - Viennese Classics 17th March
  • Program 4 - Spanish Flair and Argentinean Tangos 24th March
  • Program 5 - 20th Century tunes we love 31st March
  • Program 6 - Fantasia & other works

Each recital is from 10:30am to 12:30pm
$30 Adult $27 National Trust Member/Concession $25 Concession Member Note on pricing

10301m to 12noon, Wednesdays 24th Feb to 31st Mar

Como House & Garden, cnr Williams and Lechlade Avenue South Yarra -

Enquiries: (03) 9827 2500

Brunswick Music Festival

A festival in various venues centred around Sydney Road Brunswick featuring folk, roots & world music.
11th to 21st March 2010

Sydney Road, Brunswick -

Enquiries: (03) 9388 1460

Organ-ic Lunch with Thomas Trotter

Organ soloist Thomas Trotter is one of Britain's most widely admired musicians. He is City Organist at Birmingham Town Hall and is now also resident organist at Birmingham Symphony Hall. In May 2002 he received the Royal Philharmonic Society's prestigious Instrumentalist Award as "one of the foremost exponents of the organist's art". Alongside his weekly recitals in Birmingham, Thomas Trotter regularly performs throughout the USA and Europe. His recordings of Messiaen and Mozart have been named "Critics Choice" in The Gramophone magazine.

  • Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) Prelude & Fugue in G BWV 541
  • Sir Edward Bairstow (1874-1946) Sonata (Andante serioso – Allegro giocoso – Maestoso)
  • Dan Locklair (b.1949) Rubrics – a liturgical suite for organ
  • Sir George Thalben-Ball (1896-1987) Variations on a theme of Paganini for Pedals
  • Richard Wagner (1813-1883) Evening Star (from Tannhäuser) arr. E.H.Lemare; Ride of the Valkyries arr. E.H.Lemare
1pm, Wednesday 17 March 2010

Melbourne Town Hall -

Free Enquiries.:(03) 9658 9658

Free Salsa Classes

The Salsa Foundation offers free beginners salsa classes every week, Come for a drinks, meet new people, and learn to dance salsa. Dress comfortably and casual, call or SMS 0400 933 285 for venue details and to book your place. Numbers are limited! Bring a friend too - the more the merrier. (enter via the alleyway next to Hungry Jacks)
5.30 to 7.30pm, Wednesdays & Thursdays

Syn Bar, Level 1, 163 Russell Street, Melbourne -

Free

20th Melbourne Queer Film Festival

Want to see the latest, greatest and most creative in queer feature films, documentaries and shorts? Head to the 20th Melbourne Queer Film Festival to watch the best from Australia and overseas. A $2,000 cash prize is also up for grabs for the winner of the City of Melbourne Award for Best Australian short film. $17 Full/ $14 Conc/ $13 Members/ No booking fee. (Note on pricing)
17th to 28th March 2010

ACMI, Alfred Deakin Building, Federation Square -

Enquiries: (03) 9662 4147

Graham Clarke Oration

Dr J Craig Venter of the J Craig Venter Institute, USA will deliver the oration. Bookings are required by 15th February at http://ict4lifesciences.org. Au or (03) 8344 4489
6pm to 7pm, Wednesday 17th March 2010

Melbourne Convention Centre, South Wharf, Melbourne -

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival

Foodies rejoice! The delicious 2010 Melbourne Food and Wine Festival will see every corner of the city hosting a lip-smacking lunch, a food-lover’s fiesta or a mouth-watering master class. Enjoy canapés and cocktails on a city rooftop or something lazy and leisurely in the city laneways.
12th to 23rd March 2010

Various locations around Melbourne & Victoria -

Enquiries: (03) 9658 9658

Free Guided Tour of Royal Park

A free one hour guided walking tour through the south of Royal Park. Find out about the indigenous plants of this area and the rich history of Walmsley House. Bookings essential. Phone (03) 9388 9722.

Please note these tours are not operated by White Hat Tours. Therefore White Hat vouchers and rewards cannot be used, they cannot be used as part of White Hat corporate training packages and our usual guarantees regarding White Hat Accredited Guides and other tour benefits do not apply.
10am, Wednesdays

Royal Park -

Free

Free Guided Tour of Fitzroy Gardens

A free one hour guided walking tour through this formal garden highlighting its rich history. Bookings are not required. The tour leaves from the Conservatory.

Please note these tours are not operated by White Hat Tours. Therefore White Hat vouchers and rewards cannot be used, they cannot be used as part of White Hat corporate training packages and our usual guarantees regarding White Hat Accredited Guides and other tour benefits do not apply.
12.30pm, Wednesdays

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Free

Markets operating on Wednesday 17th March 2010

Brunswick Market

A general indoor market with long term stall and shop holders with butchers, a fishmonger, poultry, delis, dry goods, fruit and vegetables and some variety and clothing stores. 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturdays (Frid open till 7pm). On Sundays only the fruit and veg section is open (enter from rear) form 7am to 6pm.
Daily

 

661 Sydney Road - Brunswick
 

Caribbean Gardens Market

A large market picnic area and a big range of new and second hand goods. On Wednesdays entry is free and there is access to and general market, food stalls and playground. On Sundays there is an entry fee and as well as the market there is a children's train and boat rides, rock climbing. Caribbean Gardens Market is close to the Eastlink freeway and is now oppen Fridays as well as Wednesdays and Sundays. It is closed Christmas Day.
8.30amto 3pm Wednesdays; 8:30am -to 2pm Fridays; 8.30am to 4.30pm Sundays

 

Ferntree Gully Road, - Scoresby
(Mel ref 72 G10) Enquiries: (03) 9763 7688

CERES Organic Food & Craft Market

Art & craft and organic produce.
9am - 1pm (craft market 2pm), Saturdays & Wednesdays

 

CERES Community Environment Park, 8 Lee Street - East Brunswick
Enquiries: 03) 9387 2609

Chapel Street Bazaar

A veritable Alladin's Cave of collectables, memorabilia and antiques. With over 80 independent dealers buying and selling, White Hat believes this is the largest bazaar of its type in Melbourne.
10am to 6pm, daily

 

217 Chapel Street - Prahran
Enquiries: (03) 9529 3174

Footscray Market

A large indoor market with a large range of produce and general goods.
7am-3pm Wed, 7am-6pm Thur, 7am-8pm Fri, 7am-4pm Sat

 

Cnr Hopkins 7 leeds Streets (opposite Footscray Railway Station) - Footscray
Enquiries: (03) 9687 1205

in.cube8r gallery

in.cube8r gallery is a shop/gallery which runs like a long term market. It is open to anyone who makes things by hand and supports all things craft, art and hand-made in Melbourne. The gallery is divided up into glass cubicles, shelves, racks and partitions which artists can lease for a small weekly cost over a three month period. There is no commission on items sold. When Whitehat visited in June2008 we discovered a treasure trove of new upcoming artisans as well as designers like Julie Ughetti, with an international reputation. The work ranges from the quirky to sophisticated and given the diversity of art work on display you appear to be guaranteed to find eclectic original pieces.
Tues 11 to 5, Wed to Sat 11 to 6, Sun 12 to 4

 

321 Smith Street - Fitzroy
Enquiries: (03) 8415 0321

Lost & Found Market

Lost & Found is an indoor market based in a shop in Smith Street Collingwood. It features vintage furniture, lighting, art, posters, clothes, books, records and anything collectable. Permenant and casual stalls available.
10am to 6pm, Daily

 

12 Smith Street - Collingwood
Enquiries: (03) 9419 4477

North Court Markets

An outdoor market selling second hand goods, bric-a-brac and craft. This market was previously known as the Melbourne University Student Union Market. The market is held outdoors but under a large sail.
9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday

 

North Court, off Tin alley, Melbourne University. -
(Mel ref 2B C6 or 43 G3) Enquiries: (03) 8344 4830

Preston Market

Preston market is a large market selling fresh produce, meat, poultry and fish as well as a wide range of general goods. White Hat particular recommends Preston Market if you are shopping for a family on a tight budget. It is located next to the railway station and trams, and there are several supermarkets in the complex if you need to top up on anything not sold in the market. More information on Preston Market.
Wed 8am - 3pm. Thur 8am - 6pm, Fri 8am - 8pm, Sat 8am - 3pm

 

The Centreway, - Preston
Enquiries: (03) 9478 3130

South Melbourne Market

A large undercover produce and general market. More information at South Melbourne Market.
Wed 8am - 4pm, Fri 8am - 6pm, Sat & Sun 8am-4pm

 

Cecil Street, - cnr Cecil & York Streets, South Melbourne
(Mel ref 2K B1) Enquiries: (03) 9209 6295

 

Exhibitions open on Wednesday 17th March 2010

Madam Virtue & Co. presents the Japanese Couture Master Designers

Dean Hewitt presents an installation from his archive collection of the great Japanese designers: Issey Miyake, Yohji Yamamoto, Comme des Garçons and Kenzo. Japanese design first burst onto the fashion scene to make a lasting impression back in 1982, when some 12 designers showed their collections at the Paris prêt-à-porter shows. Today fashion is dominated by such Japanese designers as Issey Miyake, Kenzo, Yohji Yamamoto, Comme des Garçons, Tsumori Chisato and Hanae Mori. The refreshing use of inventive shapes and monochrome tones, particularly black, has shocked, revitalised and stimulated the fashion world to reach new heights. Mon – Thurs : 11-6pm - Fri: 11-7pm and Sat: 11-5pm
8th to 20th March 2010

5 Crossley St, Melbourne -

Public Art

There is much public art to be seen on the streets at any time of day as well as in many public buildings. More information on public art in Melbourne. In addition, public bodies such as the City of Melbourne sponsor temporary artworks and installations in laneways and public spaces.

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Free

Attractions open on Wednesday 17th March 2010

The Swedish Church

The Swedish Church

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Bundoora Park

Bundoora Park

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Captain Cook's Cottage

The cottage in which Captain Cook's parents lived. In the 1930s it was dismantled, transported to Australia and rebuilt in the Fitzroy Gardens. More information >>

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Como House

Como House

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Free Tour of Melbourne Town Hall

A free tour of the historic Melbourne Town Hall. Numbers are limited so bookings are essential and required one day in advance. More information >>

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Government House

Government House

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Heide Museum of Modern Art

Heide Museum of Modern Art

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Hellenic Museum

Situated in the historic Former Royal Mint buildung, this small but important museum is Australia' foremost centre of Hellenic history, ciuture and the arts as well as documenting Greek migation and contributions to Australia. More information >>

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Immigration Museum

Immigration Museum

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Melbourne Aquarium

Melbourne Aquarium

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National Gallery of Victoria - Australian Collection

National Gallery of Victoria - Australian Collection

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National Gallery of Victoria - International Collection

National Gallery of Victoria - International Collection

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Old Melbourne Gaol

A gaol built in the early days of European settlement and the site of over 100 hangings including that of the bushranger Ned Kelly. More information >>

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Racing Museum

Racing Museum

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Shrine of Remembrance

Shrine of Remembrance

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Tall Ship Enterprize

Tall Ship Enterprize

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The Hotel Windsor

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Über Gallery

Über Gallery

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Country Victoria - Events on Wednesday 17th March 2010

Country Victoria

Melbourne Surrounds

The following selected events and attractions are not in the Melbourne Metropolitan Area but can be accessed in a half day trip from Melbourne

Mornington Village Shopping Centre Market

An indoor market with home made and home produced goods.
9am-3pm, Wednesdays

 

241 Main Street, - Mornington
(Mel ref 104 E12) Enquiries: (03) 5975 5702

Mornington Wednesday Market

A large street market with a variety of goods.
9am-4pm, Wednesdays

 

Main Street, - Mornington
(Mel ref 104 E11) Enquiries: (03) 5975 4522

McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park

McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park

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Bellarine Peninsula & west coast of Port Phillip Bay

Barwon Heads Festival of the Sea

A community festival celebrating the links between Barwon Heads and the sea. Featuring a variety of sustainable exhibitions focusing on the environment, the festival continues to grow in its diversity. Market stalls, music, rock pool rambling, children’s activities and a gourmet variety of food on offer the festival will delight all ages. And you can't miss out on the famous duck race held on the last day of the festival - Sunday.
12th to 21st March 2010

Various location around Barwon Heads -

Enquiries: 0400 849 961

Geelong Mill Markets

Until recently, this location hosted a large and popular market. That market has relocated to Newcomb (see below). The remaining Geelong Mills Matket now has a large array of retro advertising signs, furniture, and larger and quirky mechanical and industrial equipment. White Hat can recommend this market as a good source for those looking to do a quirky fitout as well as to theatre companies and film-makers looking for genuine period props. It now functions more as a warehouse so give a ring before making a special trip.
various hours, Monday to Friday

 

3 Mackey Street - North Geelong
Enquiries: (03) 5278 9989

Mill Markets Newcomb

A large indoor market with permenant and casual stallholders selling antiques,collectables, vintage clothing, homewares, memmorabilia and retro fashions. White Hat suggests that if you enjoy the Chapel Street Bazaar in Melbourne you will find a similar range of items at the Newcomb Mill Market but with more space to move.
10am to 6pm, daily

 

114 Bellarine Highway - Newcomb
Enquiries: (03) 5248 2390

Queenscliff Maritime Museum

An impressive museum exploring the maritime history of Southern Port Phillip Bay. More information >>

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Barwon Grange

A heritage home in Geelong from the 1850s with gardens and riverside walks. More info >>

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Ford Discovery Centre

A museum and display located in Geelong and dedicated to the history and future of Ford motor cars. More info >>

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National Wool Museum

National Wool Museum

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The Heights Heritage House & Garden

A German prefabricated house and outbuildings in Geelong constructed in 1855 then later refurbished in 1930s style. More info >>

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The Mansion at Werribee Park

The Mansion at Werribee Park

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Werribee Open Range Zoo

Werribee Open Range Zoo

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Great Ocean Road

Up Markets

New Fashion,Vintage and Cultural Art, become a stall holder in Lorne new indoor permanent market, we do all the hard work for you selling your products seven days a week, prime beachfront location in the heart of lorne's lively shopping hub, stalls and wall space available now.
10am to 6pm daily

 

- Lorne
Enquiries: (03) 5289 5052

Warrnambool Mill Markets

A market operated in the same style as the mills markets in Newtown and Daylesford. Stalls are available on a monthly lease and you will find all manner of clothing, jewellery, antiques, collectables and bric-a-brac. The market is located in the factory and gardens created by Fletcher Jones.

 

Fletcher Jones Gardens, Princes Highway - Warrnambool
Enquiries: (03) 5562 5060

Barwon Park

A historic bluestone mansion in Winchelsea. White Hat can particularly recommend a visit to this example of life in an 'establishment' Western District grand homestead. More information at The White Hat Guide to Barwon Park.

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Cape Otway Lighthouse

Cape Otway Lighthouse

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Flagstaff Hill Maritime Muesum

Flagstaff Hill Maritime Muesum

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Grampians & the blunt end

Johnny Mullagh Cricket Centre

Johnny Mullagh Cricket Centre

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The Wool Factory

The Wool Factory

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Wimmera, Mallee & Mildura

Mildura Wentworth Arts Festival

A festival with visual arts, music, performaing arts and other events.
26th Feb to 18th March 2010

Mildura & environs -

Enquiries: (03) 5023 1930

Millewa Pioneer Village

Millewa Pioneer Village

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Goldfields & Macedon Ranges

Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival

A long established festival with a wide range of events and activities.
17th to 28th March 2010

Eaglehawk -

Enquiries: (03) 5446 9098

Ballarat Antique Market

This large antique market with a wide range of items is located on two floors of an old school building and also contains a museum with a small entry charge.It is morein the nature of a very large antique store and does not appear to have the space to cater for casual stallholders. When White Hat last visited (in April 2008) there was also a specialist coins area.
10am to 5pm, daily

 

Antique & Collectables Centre, 9 Humffray Street North, - Ballarat
(Mel ref 609 A12) Enquiries: (03) 5331 7996

Daylesford Mill Markets

A large indoor market with an emphasis on antiques, retro fashion and collecatables. New stallholders are welcome. White Hat recommends that the serious browser for retro and memorabilia sets aside plenty of time because there is a seriously large amount of goods on display.
10am to 6pm, 7 days a week

 

105 Central Springs Road - Daylesford
Enquiries: (03) 5348 4332

Ballarat Fine Art Gallery

Australia's oldest regional gallery. and home of  the original Eureka Flag. More info >>

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The Golden Dragon Museum

The Golden Dragon Museum

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Central Victoria

"The Willows" Museum

"The Willows" Museum

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Benalla Art Gallery

Benalla Art Gallery

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Benalla Costume & Pioneer Museum

Benalla Costume & Pioneer Museum

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Furphy Foundry Muesum

Furphy Foundry Muesum

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Royal Australian Armoured Corps Memorial & Army Tank Museum

Royal Australian Armoured Corps Memorial & Army Tank Museum

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Torrumbarry Weir

Torrumbarry Weir

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Mornington Peninsula

Mornington Village Shopping Centre Market

An indoor market with home made and home produced goods.
9am-3pm, Wednesdays

 

241 Main Street, - Mornington
(Mel ref 104 E12) Enquiries: (03) 5975 5702

Mornington Wednesday Market

A large street market with a variety of goods.
9am-4pm, Wednesdays

 

Main Street, - Mornington
(Mel ref 104 E11) Enquiries: (03) 5975 4522

McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park

McClelland Gallery and Sculpture Park

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The Museum of HMAS Cerberus

The Museum of HMAS Cerberus

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South Gippsland, Latrobe Valley & Phillip Island

Australian Garden

Australian Garden

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Yarra Valley & Ranges

Museum of Lilydale

Museum of Lilydale

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High Country and north-east Victoria

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East Gippsland & the pointy end

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