Greater Taree City Council

Greater Taree City Council


Events for the month of November 2009

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9/10/2009 - 8/11/2009
Stepping back to ITALY - Art Exhibition
A blend of drawings and paintings with artists Wendie Patch and Sharon Smith.
Gallery Teahouse Hours: Friday to Sunday 10am - 4pm
LOCATION: The Other Side Gallery Teahouse, Moto Road Ghinni Ghinni
CONTACT NAME: Wendie & Danny  PHONE: 6553 8890 or 0439 496 848

21/10/2009 - 29/11/2009
2008 Parliament of NSW Indigenous Art Prize
This is a $20,000 acquisitive prize for Indigenous artists born or living in NSW. Artworks are selected for the exhibition which is held each year inthe Parliament of NSW in Sydney.
Gallery Hours: Wed - Sat 10am - 4pm, Sun 1pm - 4pm.
LOCATION: Manning Regional Art Gallery, Macquarie St Taree
PHONE: 6592 5455

26/10/2009 - 5/11/2009
This, That and some of the Other. Diversity, functionality, wearability
An exhibition of new works by Carol Pleasant.
Opening night: Saturday 31st Oct 1pm - 4pm
Gallery Hours: Wed - Fri 10am - 5.30pm, Sat 10am - 4pm & Sun 11am - 2pm.
LOCATION: Morland Gallery, Isabella St Wingham
CONTACT NAME: Satu Bushell  PHONE: 6553 4333
EMAIL: themorlandgallery@bigpond.com.au

27/10/2009 - 8/11/2009
'Cat on the Fiddle'
Presented by the Upper Lansdowne Players - a play by John Dole.
Shows on: October Fri 30 and Sat 31 and November 6, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 - seated for 7pm start - cost $30 and a matinee on Sunday 8th November seated for 2.30pm start - Cost $20.
Meet David and Kate as their flat is invaded by Italian smugglers, an irate landlady, a burglar, a curate, and the plumber! Can David resist the voluptuous Maria and save his marriage? Who will get the diamonds? Will life ever be the same again?
Get your tickets from Dorothy ph: 6556 9184
LOCATION: Upper Lansdowne Hall, Upper Lansdowne
EMAIL: upperlansdowneplayers@hotmail.com

1/11/2009
Vintage Train - Tin Hare
Saturday night a dinner trip to Gloucester is planned.
Sunday the train will go to the Maitland Markets. The dinner trip and the market trip are both costed at $80.pp.
CONTACT NAME: Ted McKellar  PHONE: 6552 4352
EMAIL: ccooler@bigpond.com

1/11/2009
8:00 AM
Manning Valley Performance Horse Club Event
Class A Western Ponies, Galloways, Hacks. Prizes & Trophies.
Gate Admission is Free, Canteen will be available
LOCATION: Wingham Showground, Gloucester Road, Wingham
CONTACT NAME: Karen  PHONE: 6553 8086
EMAIL: mvphc@msn.com
WEB: www.mvphc.com.au

1/11/2009
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Blackhead Bazaar
Browse a huge variety of local fresh plants and produce, craft products and collectibles. Treat yourself to a tasty BBQ breakfast or lunch and fresh coffee or tea with some delicious cake. Plenty of car parking and a drop off and pick up service for your purchases.
LOCATION: Wyllie Breckenridge Park, Hallidays Point
CONTACT NAME: Judy Payne  PHONE: 0422 307 120

1/11/2009
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Heritage Craft Day
Being held by Camp Quality Manning Valley Support Group, there will be a wide variety of beautiful handcrafted gifts, traditional cooking and a variety of plants for sale as well as a barbecue and Devonshire teas available.
LOCATION: Mondrook Hall (on Tinonee/Wingham Road)
CONTACT NAME: Margaret Ezzy  PHONE: 6553 1264
EMAIL: dorothygoldspink@bigpond.com

1/11/2009
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hannam Vale Festival of Flowers
In addition to Hannam Vale's annual Open Gardens Event of a number of beautiful country gardens this year there will be an exhibition of floral artworks and displays.
A donation of $5.00 provides entry to all gardens and exhibition.
Light refreshments and drinks plus beautiful plants will be on sale at the Hannam Vale Recreation Reserve. A devonshire tea will available in one of the gardens.
Hannam Vale is situated approx. halfway between Taree and Port Macquarie and 10kms in off the Pacific Highway. Turn off at either Moorland or Johns River where signs and flags are displayed.
Come and visit this beautiful valley for a great day out! You will be made very welcome!
LOCATION: Hannam Vale Recreation Reserve
CONTACT NAME: Judy Wilson  PHONE: 6556 5245
EMAIL: heyjude46@bigpond.com

1/11/2009
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Kate Delaney at Martine's Old Bar - acoustic and intimate!
Kate will entertain you with a huge variety of songs from the 60's to now.
Martine's offers a delicious lunch menu!
What a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon!
LOCATION: Martine's Cafe Old Bar
CONTACT NAME: Kate Delaney  PHONE: 6553 3120

2/11/2009
12:00 NOON
'Kids Alive do the Five'
Presented by Lawrie Lawrence, this stage production is like a good fun community awareness campaign. It's a free show aimed at pre-school children and children at primary school who cannot swim. Further details from Mike Collins 6592 5466
LOCATION: Manning Entertainment Centre, Manning River Drive, Taree North
CONTACT NAME: Mike Collins  PHONE: 6592 5466

3/11/2009
Melbourne Cup Day Race Meet
8 Race Meeting Hosted by Taree - Wingham Race Club.
'Fashions on the Field' Parade.
LOCATION: Taree Racecourse, off Bushland Drive Taree
CONTACT NAME: Phil Shoesmith  PHONE: 6552 1183
EMAIL: tareerace@ozemail.com.au

6/11/2009
7:00 PM
'The Great Escape'
Local band promoting their new CD. The Band performs in the MEC Foyer. There will be standing room only. All tickets $10 - available at the door.
LOCATION: Manning Entertainment Centre, Manning River Drive Taree North
CONTACT NAME: Mike Collins  PHONE: 6592 5466

7/11/2009
NPA Walk - Kiwarrak State Forest
A medium 14km walk along forest trails and 4WD tracks.
For further detail and for meeting place and location contact Mick Allison 6553 8976

7/11/2009 - 8/11/2009
Saltwater Malibu Surf Classic
For the over 40's. First weekend in November.
LOCATION: Crowdy Head
CONTACT NAME: Mike Ashby  PHONE: 0408 001 598

7/11/2009 - 8/11/2009
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wingham November Campdraft
(NO RODEO)
Over 500 entries.
Spectator entry is free.
Kiosk will be operating and the Bar will be open
LOCATION: Wingham Showground, Gloucester Rd Wingham
CONTACT NAME: Ann Thorburn  PHONE: 6557 0734

7/11/2009
8:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
Wingham Farmers Market
Fresh produce and livestock direct from the farmers - to you. Plants, cooking, mushrooms, fruit, vegetables, and much more. BBQ, food & drink available.
LOCATION: Wingham Showground Gloucester Rd Wingham
CONTACT NAME: Mal Marks  PHONE: 6557 0059
EMAIL: bigmal@activ8.net.au

7/11/2009
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Killabakh Day in the Country
An exhibition of Art, Crafts, & Skills. Cakes, Produce, Preserves, Plants, Christmas Gifts, Children's Activities. Delicious Country Lunches & Devonshire Teas.
Free admission!!
16 kms north of Wingham on the Comboyne Road.
LOCATION: Community Hall, Comboyne Rd Killabakh
CONTACT NAME: Noel McIntosh  PHONE: 6550 5740

8/11/2009
Mental as Anything - over 18's Concert
Gates open at 5pm.
Support act Keith Hall soloist from 6pm - 7pm. Mental as Anything 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Tickets $25. Phone 6556 0555 for tickets
LOCATION: Harrigans Irish Pub, Harrington Waters

8/11/2009
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Burrell Creek Markets
Variety of Market Stalls - Bric-a-brac, books, craft, plants, Fruit/veges.
LOCATION: Burrell Creek Hall, Bucketts Way, Burrell Creek
CONTACT NAME: Paul Buckingham  PHONE: 6550 6243

8/11/2009
1:30 PM
"Old Bar Idol" - Grand Final
See the best of the best!
LOCATION: Club Old Bar, 1 Belford Street Old Bar
PHONE: 6553 7224
WEB: www.cluboldbar.com.au

8/11/2009
7:00 PM
'Alabaster Box' - We will not be silent tour
Combined Concert & Youth Church Service hosted by Radio Rhema.
Special love offering will be taken.
More info contact: 6553 0116
LOCATION: Manning Entertainment Centre, Manning River Drive Taree North
CONTACT NAME: Mike Collins  PHONE: 6592 5466

10/11/2009
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
"Don't Stress Over Stress"
Do you find it difficult to relax?
Do you find yourself doing more than one thing at the same time?
How about.. tense muscles, irritability, loss of self confidence, forgetfulness, racing heartbeat, excessive sighing and lack of concentration. Just some of the symptoms of "Stress".
If you don't have enough time for Good Health, you won't get enough health for a good time.
Cost: $10
LOCATION: Manning Valley Visitor Information Centre Theatrette, (opp. Macdonalds)
CONTACT NAME: Allan & Merle Richards  PHONE: 6552 3679
WEB: www.BetterLivingResources.info

12/11/2009 - 29/11/2009
Manning Express 2009
A selected exhibition of outstanding artwork by state secondary students from year 7 - 12 in theTaree District; Gloucester, Taree, Chatham, Great Lakes, Wingham and Bulahdelah.
Gallery Hours: Wed - Sat 10am - 4pm, Sun 1pm - 4pm.
LOCATION: Manning Regional Art Gallery, Macquarie St Taree
PHONE: 6592 5455

14/11/2009
8:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
Wingham Community Markets
Stalls from $12.
Open Market - Everything from Local Produce to Exotic Clothing and
Jewellery.
LOCATION: Wingham Brush School grounds, Wynter St Wingham
CONTACT NAME: Dawn 6553 4626 or Phyllis 6553 4596  

14/11/2009
8:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
Taree City Farmers Market
Produce straight from the grower to you. Fruit, veges, meat, herbs, plants and condiments, all grown on the Mid North Coast. All under cover. Plenty of parking.
LOCATION: Taree PCYC Commerce St Taree
CONTACT NAME: Justin Hayes   PHONE: 6551 0292
EMAIL: taree@pcycnsw.com.au

14/11/2009
9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
John's River Market
Market Stalls - Bric-a-brac, craft, produce, collectables, devonshire teas, fresh scones, cappuccino.

Market location map

LOCATION: Community Hall Pacific Hwy John's River
CONTACT NAME: Rod  PHONE: 6556 5042
EMAIL: secretary@johnsriver.com.au
WEB: www.johnsriver.com.au

14/11/2009
10:00 AM
Musical Morning - Fundraiser for Cochlear Implant Centre
Wingham will host a special family fun morning at the Wingham Hotel (bottom pub) to raise funds for the Cochlear Implant Centre. Local artists will perform and special guests include Felicity Machin, Swingshift, the Tamworth Boys Mike Casey and Kerry Walsh.
Entry: $5 per person, with tea, coffee and lunch available

LOCATION: Wingham Hotel (bottom pub), Wynter Street, Wingham
CONTACT NAME: Royce Everingham  PHONE: 0408850620 or 6553 4626

14/11/2009
6:00 PM
'The Long Road Home'
‘A Wizard of Oz' inspired production.
Come join the fantastic KR Dancers to watch Dorothy and her friends dance down the yellow brick road on a quest to the Emerald City.’
Cost: Adult $15, Concession $12
Tickets from Video Ezy, Victoria Street, Taree - 6552 5699
LOCATION: Manning Entertainment Centre, Manning River Drive Taree North
CONTACT NAME: Mike  PHONE: 6592 5466

14/11/2009 - 15/11/2009
8:30 PM
Ryan Daley and The Modern Day Muse
A little bit of voodoo, a little bit of razzle dazzle. Ryan Daley and The Modern Muse will bring their intriguing collaboration of gypsy folk, rock, soul and blues at the Harrington Hotel.
The duo will then back up for a chilled-out Sunday acoustic session at 12.30 lunchtime.
LOCATION: Harrington Hotel, Beach Street, Harrington
CONTACT NAME: Harrington Hotel Harrington  PHONE: 6556 1205
WEB: www.myspace.com/ryanpatrickdaley

15/11/2009
6:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Taree Swap Meet
Car and Motor Cycle parts stalls and a variety of Bric a Brac stalls. $10 stalls - All stall holders welcome.
Entry $2 per person. Food stalls operating.
LOCATION: Taree Showground - off Muldoon St Taree
CONTACT NAME: Reg Appleby  PHONE: 0412 541 626

15/11/2009
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
CUNDLETOWN HALL ‘Car Boot’ SALE
Cundletown Hall Committee will be conducting a ‘Car Boot’ Sale to raise funds for the much needed upgrade of an old electrical switchboard and wiring at the Hall. Check out your unwanted goods and book a site for only $10 or donate some small items to their Jumble Sale table. Barbecue sausage sandwiches, tea/coffee and cake stalls will also be available. For a site or collection of donated items contact as below.
LOCATION: Community Hall, Main St Cundletown
PHONE: Allan Eyb 6552 5552 or Margaret Love 6553 9574

15/11/2009
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Krambach Markets
Various country crafts, preserves, produce, plants, bric a brac, chocolates, lavender, cakes, woodwork, handmade soap, gingerbread and silk painting. Delicious morning teas. New stallholders always welcome.
LOCATION: School of Arts, Bucketts Way, Krambach
CONTACT NAME: Kerry  PHONE: 65591779

19/11/2009
Wingham High School Year 12 Presentation Evening
Starts at 5.45pm. All tickets are $8 and available only from Wingham High School.
LOCATION: Manning Entertainment Centre, Manning River Drive Taree North
CONTACT NAME: Wingham High School  PHONE: 6553 5488

20/11/2009
Come Camp with BIG4 ... for free
To celebrate Come Camp with Big4, Australia's biggest night of free camping on Friday Nov. 20 at Beachfront Holiday Resort Hallidays Point, Harrington Beach Holiday Park and Easts Ocean Shores Holiday Park at Manning Point. Locals are encouraged to take advantage of a free night, enjoying all the park has to offer. This year, Come Camp with BIG4 will again support The Humour Foundation's Clown DoctorsTM.

To reserve your free powered or unpowered site on Fri 20 Nov, log onto www.big4.com.au/comecamp




LOCATION: Hallidays Point, Harrington & Manning Point
WEB: www.big4.com.au/comecamp

20/11/2009
8:00 PM
Puppetry of the Penis Live - Rated MA
Dementedly good fun, and back again by demand. 18yrs and over ONLY
Cost: $34.90 adults, $31.90 concession/group of 10.
Tickets available from Video Ezy
Victoria Street, Taree Ph 6552 5699
LOCATION: Manning Entertainment Centre, Manning River Drive, Taree North
CONTACT NAME: Mike Collins  PHONE: 6592 5466

21/11/2009
8:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
The Hub Community Markets
Approximately 80 stalls - majority under cover.
A huge range of arts, crafts, merchandise and perishables.
Ample parking. Free admission. Refreshments available.
Proceeds for distribution to local clubs and organisations via the Manning River Lions Club. These markets will be held rain or shine.

LOCATION: Taree Showgrounds, off Muldoon Street, Taree
CONTACT NAME: Greg Hardy - Manning River Lions Club  PHONE: 0429 192 149
EMAIL: thehub@tsn.cc

21/11/2009 - 22/11/2009
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
The Australian Formula Powerboat Grand Prix Racing
There will be 5 classes of boats racing on both days. Formula 1: Formula 2: Formula 3: Mono: Juniors.
The Public are invited to a Meet & Greet with the Drivers and their boats at the Airport Tavern from 4pm on Friday 20th November.
Entry is free on the riverbank - a $5 fee will be charged to enter the 'pit' area.
There will be helicopter rides and food and drink stalls during the weekend.
LOCATION: Manning River near Queen Elizabeth Park Taree
CONTACT NAME: Craig Truslove  PHONE: 07 5592 2319 or 0411 754 787

21/11/2009
12:00 NOON
Munro School of Dance
ONe of the biggest dance studios in the Manning always presents a bright, energetic concert, with lots of variety in dance style.
Tickets from Video Ezy Taree 6552 5699. Adults $18, Pensioners $16, Students $14.
LOCATION: Manning Entertainment Centre, Manning River Drive Taree North

21/11/2009
7:00 PM
Sara Storer @ Club Old Bar
Winner of Seven Golden Guitars Awards at the Tamworth Music Festival in 2004, including Best Female Vocalist and Best Country Album of the Year, Sara Storer is not to be missed.
Cost: $20 members, $25 non members.
Doors open at 7pm. Tickets on Sale now
LOCATION: Club Old Bar, 1 Belford Street, Old Bar
CONTACT NAME: Club Old Bar  PHONE: 6553 7224
WEB: www.cluboldbar.com.au

22/11/2009
Taree - Wingham Race Club Meeting
Wingham Cup - 8 Race TAB Meeting

LOCATION: Taree Racecourse, off Bushland Drive Taree
CONTACT NAME: Phil Shoesmith  PHONE: 6552 1183
EMAIL: tareerace@ozemail.com.au

22/11/2009
7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Old Bar Markets
Variety of Market Stalls
LOCATION: Next to Old Bar Tennis Courts, Old Bar
CONTACT NAME: Lindsay Wilkes or Joan Lowe  PHONE: 6553 3144 or 6552 3554

22/11/2009
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Mid North Coast All Ford Day
Be part of the BIGGEST gathering of Veteran Vintage and Late Model Fords ever seen on the North Coast.
A great family day out, with Food and Drinks - Trophies - Kids activities throughout the day - visit the Shannons Super Rig on site. Entertainment & Information Centre, Large Plasma screens, Driving simulators, Gaming consoles, Memorabilia displays, Web kiosk.
Entrant & Car Club set up on the day from 7am with presentation around 2pm. Car entry fee $10 - pay on the day.
Rotary Club of Taree North will be catering all day - sausage sizzle. All money raised will be donated to local charity.
LOCATION: Mid Coast Ford, Manning River Drive Taree North
CONTACT NAME: Eddie Ryan  PHONE: 0447 449 209

23/11/2009
11:00 AM
Storytime @ Your Library
Pre-School Storytime 11am to 11.45am

Join us for each week for stories, songs and craft

LOCATION: Wingham Library, Wynter Street, Wingham
CONTACT NAME: Wingham Library  PHONE: 6553 4555

26/11/2009
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Storytime @ Your Library
Pre-School Storytime

Join us for each week for stories, songs and craft

LOCATION: Taree Library, Victoria Street, Taree
CONTACT NAME: Taree Library  PHONE: 6592 5290

26/11/2009
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Storytime @ Your Library
Pre-School Storytime

Join us for each week for stories, songs and craft

LOCATION: Harrington Library
CONTACT NAME: Harrington Library  PHONE: 6556 1652

27/11/2009 - 28/11/2009
Bulga Bushmen's Carnival
Has been regretfully postponed to 2010. Details to be advised
LOCATION: Little Plains Sportsground, Elands

27/11/2009
10:30 AM
Storytime @ Your Library
Pre-School Storytime 10.30am to 11.15am

Join us for each week for stories, songs and craft

LOCATION: Hallidays Point Library
CONTACT NAME: Hallidays Point Library  PHONE: 6559 3066

27/11/2009
7:30 PM
Taree High School's - MADD Concert
M.A.D.D. a mixture of music, drama, dance and art. A kaleidoscope of performers and performances plus an art display in the theatre foyer. Tickets only from Taree High School phone 6552 1166. Adults $14, Pensioner $12, Students $12
LOCATION: Manning Entertainment Centre, Manning River Drive Taree North
CONTACT NAME: Mike Collins  PHONE: 6592 5466

28/11/2009
NPA Walk - Yarratt State Forest
An easy/medium flat walk along forest trails and 4WD tracks.
For further detail and for meeting place and location contact Mick Allison 6553 8976

28/11/2009
8:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
Nabiac Farmers Markets
Fresh local produce, local craft and value added gourmet goodies.


LOCATION: Nabiac Showground, Showground Lane Nabiac
CONTACT NAME: Helen  PHONE: 6554 1906

28/11/2009 - 29/11/2009
8:00 AM
Manning Mug Water Polo Tournament
First game begins Saturday at 8.00am, last game will be played at 12.30 (lunchtime) Sunday
LOCATION: Wingham Pool, Cnr of Combined & Wynter Streets Wingham
CONTACT NAME: Brad Sawyer (President)  PHONE: 6553 4313

28/11/2009
5:30 PM
Dance Elite - Every Performance
The theme for this years show is the movie classic "Shrek" though the production will also highlight a great variety performance of various dance genre.
Tickets only from the dance school. Phone 0411 107 825 or the MEC 6592 5466.
Adults $17, Pensioner $15, Students $13.
LOCATION: Manning Entertainment Centre, Manning River Drive Taree North
CONTACT NAME: Mike Collins  PHONE: 6592 5466

29/11/2009
7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Harrington Markets
Organised by the Crowdy/Harrington Coastal Patrol.
LOCATION: Oxley Reserve, Harrington
PHONE: 6556 1564 (6am - 6pm, 7 days)

29/11/2009
1:30 PM
Carmen's School of Dance
One of the smaller dance studios, but one that produces wonderful dancers and performances. A show that features more traditional and classical dance styles. A well presented production.
Adults $12, Pensioner $10, Children $10.
LOCATION: Manning Entertainment Centre, Manning River Drive Taree North
CONTACT NAME: Mike Collins  PHONE: 6592 5466

29/11/2009
2:00 PM
Christmas Workshop
Coastal Community Church is hosting
a Gingerbread House making afternoon. Those who attended last year will remember the imaginative creations and fun had by young and old.
Cost: $25 per kit. All welcome
LOCATION: Rushby Hall, Old Bar Road, Old Bar
CONTACT NAME: Tam Isaac  PHONE: 6553 3387

30/11/2009
11:00 AM
Storytime @ Your Library
Pre-School Storytime 11am to 11.45am

Join us for each week for stories, songs and craft

LOCATION: Wingham Library, Wynter Street, Wingham
CONTACT NAME: Wingham Library  PHONE: 6553 4555

Schedule for November 2009

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