Devonport Spring Activities Guide 2019

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Mayor’s Message Council is pleased to once again present our seasonal community events and activity guide for Spring.

The focus of this Spring Guide is on getting out and about following the cooler winter months. Spring represents the blossoming of flowers, longer and warmer days and a time of transition, when we are encouraged to increase our activity levels, recommit to our fitness and learn something new.

This September we’ll be hosting the fourth Festival of Learning, an annual event which aims to celebrate lifelong learning and engage with everyone about the learning opportunities available in Devonport.

Learning can happen anywhere, anytime and as a community we believe that it is the key to unlocking our future opportunities.

October will see the Devonport Food and Wine Festival and a host of events planned for Seniors’ Week, to recognise their important contribution to our community.

There is also the Aussie Backyard Bird Count, Bookend Trust BioBlitz and an exciting range of school holiday activities including fishing, and the making of Possum Magic costumes and the Possum Magic show.

So, there is no excuse not to get out and about in our beautiful environs with much to see and do.

We would also love to receive your feedback on the program - to help us make our Summer Guide even bigger and better, so feel free to drop in to Council’s offices or send us an email at council@devonport.tas.gov.au and let us know your thoughts.

Councillor Annette Rockliff, Mayor of Devonport

Cover Image Credit: Kelly Slater - Harmony Day 2019 2

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Contents Exhibition: Torquay Stories 8 Exhibition: On Belonging(s) 9 Converting Old Media 10 Puzzle Mania Mondays 10 Nature Playgroup 10 Baby Play Program 10 Vision Impaired meet up 10 Ageing Stronger, Active Longer 11 Weighties 12 Tuesday Bytes Classes 12 Tambourine Tuesday 12 Mah-jong 12 Rock and Rhyme 12 Card Making 13 Mosaics 13 Storytime 13 Belly Dancing 13 Reflections Cafe 14 Be Connected Seniors Technology Group 14 Friends of Don Reserve 15 Photoshop Classes 16 Cook and Taste 16 Relax with Colouring 16 Weighties 16 Meditation Group 16 Tai Chi for Health and Tai Chi for Beginners 17 Potter in the Garden 18 Reading Thursdays 18 Barmy Bingo 18 Coding and Linux Classes 18 Patchwork & Embroidery 18

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Contents Friday Bytes Classes 19 Arty crafty Fridays 19 Rock and Rhyme 19 Ukulele lessons 19 Scrabble 19 Living Room 20 Games Night 20 Computer Maintenance 20 Adult Learners’ Week at the Online Access Centre 20 Festival of Learning 21 Wildcare - Friends of Devonport Reserves 22 Indigenous Literacy Day 22 City of Devonport Eisteddfod 22 Exhibition: Shattered: Anne O’Connor 23 Exhibition: Here at The Earth’s End 25 Car Boot Sale and Sausage Sizzle 25 Exhibition (Photographic): The Raptors of Tasmania 25 Maritime & History Talk: Bridging The Strait with Pirrie Shiel 26 Reading Hour 27 Waist Watchers 27 Vino & the Visual #2 28 Swan Lake 28 Exhibition: flatland - Tricky Walsh 2019 Solo Commission 29 Devonport Food and Wine 30-31 Julie Burgess Public Sailings 32 Mini Paper Makes 33 Fishing Fun - School Holiday Program 33 Paint or sculpt - Responding to flatland by Tricky Walsh 33 Mini-me Platters 0-5yr olds 34 Costume making and character performance 34 Fishing Clinic @ Mussel Rock Devonport 34

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Contents Mini Me Platters 6-12yr olds 35 Escape Room Challenge 35 Toddler Pop-Up: Costume Make, mine and roar 35 Lego Challenge 36 Sports Day - School Holiday Program 36 Fishing Clinic @ Reg Hope Park 36 Knots to Know: Kids Edition 37 Mental Health Week Launch 37 Object design - Tape and contact 37 Hanging Edible Gardens 38 Shadow puppet theatre 38 Bowling - School Holiday Program 38 Miniature Edible Gardens 39 Julie Burgess Mouldy Cheese and Mulled Wine River Cruise 39 Mental Health Week Movie: Infinity Polar Bear 39 Mental Health & Wellbeing Connecting with Community Expo 40 Drawing Tasmanian landscapes and human interaction 40 Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat - Live on Stage 40 Evening Julie Burgess River Cruise 41 Magic Possum costume making 41 Possum Magic 41 Seniors Week 42-47 Robinson Collection Presentation & Workshop 48 50 Years Rate Payers Lunch 49 Save $$ in the Driveway 49 The Sapphires 49 Lunch & Herb Talk 50 Potato Banquet 50 Julie Burgess Chocolate Cupcake Day 50 Exhibition: The Natural Estate: Laura Gillam, Joey Gracia & Callum Donoghue 51

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Contents Mamma Mia the Concert 52 Julie Burgess Senior’s River Cruise 52 Aussie Backyard Bird Count 53 Youth Arts - Term 4 54 Create & Make - Term 4 55 Vino & the Visual #3 56 Mad Hatters Tea Party 56 Akmal 56 Living Lightly Event 57 Basic learn to knit or crochet 57 Toddler Pop-up: Make a Concertina texture book 57 AMMC Regional Workshop 58 Don Reserve BioBlitz 59 East Devonport has Talent 60 Home Hill Garden Fete 60 Platypus Talk at the Arboretum 61 Vino & the Visual #4 62 Exhibition: RACT Insurance Tasmanian Portraiture Prize 63 The Little Gallery Project Space 64 Ticket to Play 65 Children’s University 66 Australia Day Awards 66 Diamonds of Devonport Awards 67 Planning a community event in Devonport 67

DID YOU KNOW?

You can follow Devonport City Council activities on these Facebook Accounts: • Devonport City Council • Devonport Events • paranaple convention centre #devonporttas • Bass Strait Maritime Centre • Devonport Regional Gallery • Town Hall Theatre - paranaple arts centre • Devonport Visitor Information at the paranaple centre • Devonport Food and Wine • Devonport Jazz

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On Now until February 2020 Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays 10am - 4pm

TORQUAY STORIES

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Exhibition: Torquay Stories Bass Strait Maritime Centre

Explore stories of courage and commitment, strength and resilience, and unknown gems on the eastern side of the Mersey River.

Where: Bass Strait Maritime Centre, 6 Gloucester Ave, Devonport Cost: Normal Entry Fees Apply Phone: (03) 6424 7100 Email: bookings@bassstraitmc.com.au Website: Facebook - Bass Strait Maritime

Image: Liam James, A place to hold flowers (Pair) (detail), 2019, photographic cotton weave rug. Image courtesy of the artist.

On Now until 22 September 2019 Monday - Friday 7.30am - 4.45pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays 7.30am - 2pm

ON BELONGING(S)

Exhibition: On Belonging(s) Devonport Regional Gallery at the paranaple arts centre Bringing together four Tasmanian artists exploring how we attach value to objects, and the role they play in the stories we tell about ourselves, both individually and communally.

Artists: Alex Davern, Liam James, Amber Koroluk-Stephenson, Jessie Pangas Curated by Erin Wilson Where: Devonport Regional Gallery - Main Gallery, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

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By Appointment Converting Old Media at the Devonport Online Access Centre

Learn how to convert home movies onto a DVD, or to put music from an audio tape or vinyl record onto CD. Where: Devonport Online Access Centre, Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: $12 per person Bookings essential Phone: 0444 525 434 Email: devonport.oac@education.tas.gov.au Website: https://libraries.tas.gov.au/locations/Pages/Devonport-oac.aspx

Every Monday Puzzle Mania Mondays at The Playhouse 9.30am - 12.30pm Join in with puzzle mania for 0 - 5 year old’s on Mondays @The Playhouse.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

The Playhouse, Cnr Charles & Forbes Streets, Devonport $2 per person

(03) 6424 7060 devhouse@internode.on.net

Nature Playgroup at The Tasmanian Arboretum 10am - 12pm

Come along and jump in muddy puddles, play Pooh Sticks and spot a platypus or two!

Where: The Tasmanian Arboretum, 46 Old Tramway Rd, Devonport Cost: $5 per adult, children Free Phone: (03) 6427 2690 Website: Facebook - The Tasmanian Arboretum

Baby Play Program run by Devonport Library (Until 9 Sept) 10am 6 week program for parents and their pre-crawling babies aged 0-12 months

Where: East Devonport Child and Family Centre, 40 Drew St, East Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03 ) 6478 4234 Email: jilly.cole@education.tas.gov.au

Every Second Monday Vision Impaired meet up

Devonport Community House

Join in a support group for vision impaired - chat and share inspiration and enjoy a cuppa Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

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Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport $2 per person Bookings essential (03) 6424 6334 devhouse@internode.on.net

Image: Ageing Stronger Active Longer Program 2019

Tuesdays, 1pm Wednesdays, 2pm Thursdays, 12pm

Ageing Stronger, Active Longer Devonport City Council

AGEING STRONGER ACTIVE LONGER

Ageing Stronger Active Longer is a low impact fitness session designed to help improve strength, balance and coordination of Senior Citizens.

Sessions include 30-40 minutes of exercise, afternoon tea and occasionally industry guest speakers.

Where: Tuesdays, 1pm at Devonport Recreation Centre Wednesdays, 2pm at East Devonport Recreation and Function Centre Thursdays, 12pm at Devonport Recreation Centre Cost: Gold coin donation Phone: (03) 6424 4109 Email: council@devonport.tas.gov.au

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Every Tuesday Weighties run by Mersey Weight Control Club 8.30am - 9.45am

Support for your weight loss journey, weigh in, group chat and learn about foods and activities to help.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport $2 per person Bookings essential (03) 6424 6334 devhouse@internode.on.net

Tuesday Bytes Classes at the Devonport Online Access Centre 9am - 11am Want to learn more about buying and selling online, Samsung Galaxy Tablets or other devices?

Contact Devonport Online to find out what classes are coming up on Tuesdays.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Devonport Online Access Centre, Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport $12 per person Bookings essential 0444 525 434 devonport.oac@education.tas.gov.au

Tambourine Tuesday at The Playhouse 9.30am - 12.30pm

Make some noise on Tambourine Tuesday. We’ll be making a new musical instrument every week through September Where: The Playhouse, Cnr Charles & Forbes Streets, Devonport Cost: $2 per person Phone: (03) 6404 7060 Email: devhouse@internode.on.net

Mah-jong at the East Devonport Community House 9.30am - 12.30pm Mah-jong is an enticing game of skill, strategy and chance. New players and beginners always welcome.

Where: East Devonport Community House, 106 David Street, East Devonport Cost: $3 per person Phone: (03) 6427 9985 Email: lisa_esch@westnet.com.au Website: www.facebook.com/eastdevonportcommunityhouse

Rock and Rhyme at the Devonport Library (during school term only) 10am - 10.30am

This half hour session includes songs, nursery rhymes, stories, musical instruments and lots of actions.

We believe that singing and repeating rhymes with your child help to develop their listening, memory and vocabulary skills, as well as promoting a greater bond.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

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Devonport Library, Ground Floor, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke St, Devonport Free (03) 6478 4230 devonport.library@education.tas.gov.au

Every Tuesday Card Making with Dale at the Devonport Community House 10am -12pm Come along and surprise yourself with how easy it is to create your own cards. Any level ability catered for.

Where: Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport Cost: $2 per person ($3 for card making kit) Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 7060

Mosaics at the Devonport Community House 10am - 1pm

Enjoy the creativity of making mosaics as well as a chat with coffee! A friendly bunch of ladies helping each other with small projects.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport $2 per person Bookings essential (03) 6424 7060 devhouse@internode.on.net

Storytime at the Devonport Library (during school term only) 10.30am - 11am

Storytime is a free weekly session for pre-schoolers. The session includes stories and rhymes. Helping to develop their listening, memory and vocabulary skills, as well as promoting a greater bond between child and parent. All this can give your child a tremendous head start with their education.

Where: Devonport Library, Ground Floor, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke St, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6478 4230 Email: devonport.library@education.tas.gov.au Website: www.eventbrite.com.au

Belly Dancing run by Aaliyah Belly Dancing 5pm - 6.30pm

Shimmer, shivers and vibrations!! Enjoy this expressive dance emphasising movement for those who are past the basics.

Where: Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport Cost:

By Donation Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 3139 Email: rakssharqi@bigpond.com

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Every Second Tuesday Reflections Cafe run by Munnew Day Centre 10am - 12pm

An information and support cafe‚ with a friendly and safe environment for people living with dementia and their carers. Call in for a tea and chat. Run by Munnew Day Centre and other groups.

Where: Devonport Senior Citizens Club, 8 Victoria Parade, Devonport Cost: Gold coin donation appreciated Phone: (03) 6421 0111 Munnew Day Centre

First Tuesday of Every Month Be Connected Seniors Technology Group at the Devonport Library 1pm - 3pm

Be Connected is an Australia-wide initiative empowering all Australians to thrive in a digital world.

During our sessions we will use the Be Connected resources to help you learn new skills and get online safely.

Where: Devonport Library, Melrose Room, Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke St, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6478 4236 Email: devonport.library@education.tas.gov.au Website: www.eventbrite.com.au

DID YOU KNOW?

There have been some changes made at Melrose Street Park?

Installed 2018 • Exercise Equipment Installed 2019 • Playground Equipment • All Abilities Beach Access • New Amenities Block

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Second and last Tuesday of Every Month 1pm - 4pm

FRIENDS OF DON RESERVE

Friends of Don Reserve Devonport City Council

Through community interest, Friends of the Don Reserve meets on the second and last Tuesday of every month.

Become a Devonport City Council Volunteer and assist in improving the biodiversity of Don Reserve. Revegatation, invasive weed removal, planting & rubbish collection to help improve the biodiversity of the area.

Where: Don Reserve, Devonport Register to become a Devonport City Council Volunteer Phone: (03) 6424 0511 Email: council@devonport.tas.gov.au

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Every Wednesday Photoshop Classes at the Devonport Online Access Centre 9am - 11am Learn to manipulate or repair pictures and more. Contact Devonport Online to book into a class.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Devonport Online Access Centre, Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport $12 per person Bookings essential 0444 525 434 devonport.oac@education.tas.gov.au

Cook n Taste at The Playhouse (in September) 9.30am - 12.30pm

Nutritious snacks every week in September - aiming to impress any child into eating something healthy? shock, horror!

Where: The Playhouse, Cnr Charles & Forbes Streets, Devonport Cost: $2 per person Phone: (03) 6404 7060 Email: devhouse@internode.on.net

Relax with Colouring at the Devonport Community House 10am - 12pm

Chat and colour with Dianne. Colouring has the ability to relax the fear centre of your brain, giving you time to rest and recover from life!

Where: Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport Cost: Free

Phone: (03) 6424 7060 Email: devhouse@internode.on.net

Weighties run by Mersey Weight Control Club 5pm - 5.45pm

Support for your weight loss journey, weigh in, group chat and learn about foods and activities to help.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport $3 per person 0487 762 992 devhouse@internode.on.net

Meditation Group run by Kadampa Meditation 7pm - 8.30pm

Learn how to calm the mind and find inner peace in a small group. Awaken your spiritual potential and find lasting joy and contentment.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

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Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport $12 per person Bookings essential 0487 762 992 sarahsusannahbissell@hotmail.co.uk

Image: Beginners Tai Chi

Wednesdays, 1pm Wednesdays, 2pm Thursday, 1pm

Tai Chi for Health and Tai Chi for Health - Beginners Devonport City Council

TAI CHI FOR HEALTH/ BEGINNERS

Suitable for all levels of fitness -Improves health and wellness to assist n preventing falls -Creates strength, balance and improved cardiovascular function -Modernised Tai Chi that is easy to learn so quick health benefits are gained!

When:

Wednesdays, 1pm - Tai Chi for Health - Beginners Wednesdays, 2pm - Tai Chi for Health Thursday, 1pm - Tai Chi for Health

Where: Devonport Recreation Centre, (Table Tennis Building) 34 Forbes Street, Devonport Cost: $2 per person Phone: (03) 6424 4109 Email: council@devonport.tas.gov.au

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Every Thursday Potter in the Garden at the Devonport Community Garden 9.30am - 12pm An opportunity for green thumbs to potter and learn in the Community Garden with experienced gardeners. Test Garden Guru Geoff with any of your gardening questions!

Where: Devonport Community Garden, 2 Morris Avenue, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6424 7060 Email: devhouse@internode.on.net

Reading Thursdays at The Playhouse 9.30am - 12.30pm Grab a book and cosy up in the reading corner on Thursdays in September!

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

The Playhouse, Cnr Charles & Forbes Streets $2 per person (03) 6424 7060 devhouse@internode.on.net

Barmy Bingo at the Devonport Community Garden 11am - 12pm

Meet others, have some fun with numbers and enjoy some soup and muffins afterwards!

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport Free (03) 6424 7060 devhouse@internode.on.net

Coding and Linux Classes at the Devonport Online Access Centre PM

Interested in dabbling with basic coding, or finding out about Linux (an alternative to using Windows)?

Contact Devonport Online to arrange an appointment.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Devonport Online Access Centre, Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport $12 per person Bookings essential 0444 525 434 devonport.oac@education.tas.gov.au

Every Second Thursday Patchwork & Embroidery at the Devonport Community House 9.30am - 11.30am

Experienced quilters will show you how to quilt, including various techniques, hand and machine sewing.

Where: Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport Cost: $2 per person Phone: (03) 6424 7060 Email: devhouse@internode.on.net

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Every Friday Friday Bytes Classes at the Devonport Online Access Centre 9am - 11am

Want to learn more about iPads, mobile phones or Facebook, etc? Contact Devonport Online to find out what classes are coming up on Fridays.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Devonport Online Access Centre, Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport $12 per person Bookings essential 0444 525 434 devonport.oac@education.tas.gov.au

Arty crafty Fridays at The Playhouse 9.30am - 12.30pm

Join Shaleah with some funky art / craft projects all throughout September. Lots of hands-on fun for 0 - 5 year olds.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

The Playhouse, Cnr Charles & Forbes Streets $2 per person (03) 6424 7060 devhouse@internode.on.net

Rock and Rhyme at the Devonport Library (during school term only) 10am - 10.30am

This half hour session includes songs, nursery rhymes, stories, musical instruments and lots of actions.

We believe that singing and repeating rhymes with your child help to develop their listening, memory and vocabulary skills, as well as promoting a greater bond.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Devonport Library, Ground Floor, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke St, Devonport Free (03) 6478 4230 devonport.library@education.tas.gov.au

Ukulele lessons at the Devonport Community House 10am - 12pm

Learn to play the ukulele with Chris Cruise in a few easy and fun filled lessons, with no knowledge of music required or preferred! Song sheets and chord charts supplied. So if you feel your feet tapping and your finger twitching to strum, join in!

Where: Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport Cost: $5 per person Phone: (03) 6424 7060 Email: devhouse@internode.on.net

Scrabble East Devonport Community House 1.30pm - 4pm Join us for a friendly game or two of scrabble. New players always welcome.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

East Devonport Community House, 106 David Street, East Devonport $3 per person (03) 6427 9985 lisa_esch@westnet.com.au

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First Friday of Every Month Living Room at the Devonport Library 10am - 11am

Join the monthly community conversation held in the Devonport Library, focusing on a range of topics of interest to the Devonport and surrounding communities Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Devonport Library, First Floor, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke St, Devonport Free (03) 6478 4230 devonport.library@education.tas.gov.au

Every Second Saturday Games Night at the Devonport Online Access Centre 3.30pm - 10.30pm

Network Games Night for ages 15+ held every second Saturday. Participants are encouraged to bring their own devices, as there are only a limited number of computers available. New participants are strongly encouraged to come in and register in advance so they know all the requirements ahead of time. Anyone under 18 will need to bring a parent or carer to co-sign the forms.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Devonport Online Access Centre, Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport $10 per person Bookings essential 0444 525 434 devonport.oac@education.tas.gov.au

Saturday Mornings and Sunday Afternoons Computer Maintenance at the Devonport Online Access Centre

Learn how to keep your computer up-to-date and do some basic maintenance to keep it running smoothly.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Devonport Online Access Centre, Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport $12 per person Bookings essential 0444 525 434 devonport.oac@education.tas.gov.au

Sunday, 1 September to Sunday, 8 September 2019 Adult Learners’ Week at the Online Access Centre

Over 50’s can learn about technology at Devonport Online for free during Adult Learners’ Week Where: Devonport Online Access Centre, Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: 0444 525 434 Email: devonport.oac@education.tas.gov.au

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Monday, 2 September to Monday, 30 September

Festival of Learning

LIVING + LEARNING

Where: Devonport and surrounds Website: www.livingandlearningdevonport. com.au/ Facebook Living + Learning Devonport Bookings: Eventbrite

September is the month to learn something new!

The Devonport Library and other project partners will be running learning sessions for adults on a range of different topics during September.

Check out the Living + Learning Devonport Facebook page for more details.

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Monday, 2 September, 7 October 4 November 2pm - 4pm

Wildcare - Friends of Devonport Reserves

Wednesday, 4 September 10am - 11am

Indigenous Literacy Day

Wildcare Incorporated

Assist in the management of Devonport’s reserves.

Meeting First Monday of each Month.

Where:

Cost: Phone:

Various locations 2 September - Kelcey Tier 7 October - Kelcey Tier 4 November - Turners Reserve Free (03) 6165 4230

Supported by Indigenous Literacy Foundation Aboriginal Education, and East Devonport Child and Family Centre Join the Library for Story time and an activity to celebrate Indigenous Literacy day.

Where: Devonport Library, Ground Floor, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke St, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6478 4230 Email: devonport.library@education.tas.gov.au

Wednesday, 4 September to Saturday, 21 September

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City of Devonport Eisteddfod Devonport Eisteddfod Society

The Devonport Eisteddfod Society is an independent, communitybased, not-for-profit organisation operating with a small staff of volunteers.

Where: Devonport various locations Phone: (03) 6478 4230 Website: www.devonporteisteddfod.org.au/

Image: Anne O’Connor, Routine, Demolition, Exit, 2019, photograph.

Image courtesy of the artist.

7 September - 13 October 2019 Monday - Friday 7.30am - 4.45pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays 7.30am - 2pm

SHATTERED: ANNE O’CONNOR

Little Gallery Exhibition: Shattered: Anne O’Connor Devonport Regional Gallery at the paranaple arts centre

Shattered glass, graffiti, abandonment, the Royal Derwent is no more. As walls crumble and glass shatters, nothingness is left to signify the many who called this place home.

Where are they, the lost, uprooted and vanished people of the Derwent?

Where: Devonport Regional Gallery - Main Gallery, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

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Image: Matthew Newton, Moonbird boy 3, 2009 (from the series Moonbird boy), digital print.

Image courtesy of the artist.

7 September - 24 November 2019 Monday - Friday 7.30am - 4.45pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays 7.30am - 2pm

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Upper Gallery Exhibition: Here at The Earth’s End Devonport Regional Gallery at the paranaple arts centre

Here at the Earth’s End features artists from the Devonport City Council permanent collection. Presenting the Tasmanian landscape as the site of human interactions, and as bearing the consequence of human actions. *Title taken from Margaret Scott’s poem “In Tasmania”.

Curated by Erin Wilson Where: Devonport Regional Gallery Upper Gallery, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

Saturday, 14 September 10am-2pm

Car Boot Sale and Sausage Sizzle Home Hill

Trash or treasure? You be the judge!

Browse the car boots, pick up a bargain and enjoy an age-old favourite - the sausage sizzle!

Entry for bargain hunters is free, and if you are looking for a car boot space call Home Hill to book today!

Where: Home Hill, 77 Middle Road, Miandetta Cost: Free entry, car boots $15

Phone: (03) 6424 8055 Email: home.hill@nationaltrusttas.org.au Website: www.nationaltrust.org.au

14-15 and 21-22 September 10am-4pm

A Photographic Exhibition: The Raptors of Tasmania The Tasmania Arboretum

Showcasing the images of Local Photographers over two weekends; Bert Quandt, Jill Colgrave, Peter Tonelli, Greg Close, Mehrdad Abbasian, Philip Milner.

Where: The Tasmanian Arboretum, Education Centre, 46 Old Tramway Rd, Devonport Cost: Normal Entry Fees Apply Phone: (03) 6427 2690 Website: http://tasmanianarboretum.org.au/

To the Jazz Taskforce, Council’s Events Team and all involved in Devonport Jazz Congratulations on the success that was 2019 Devonport Jazz!

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Image Credit: National Library of Australia.

Tuesday, 17 September 2019 7pm - 8.30pm

September Maritime & History Talk: Bridging The Strait with Pirrie Shiel Bass Strait Maritime Centre

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‘Bridging the Strait - A Salute to the first man to fly across Bass Strait’ by Pirrie Shiel is a tribute to Tasmanian born Lt Arthur L. Long.

Come along to find out about his family, life and times. Copies of Bridging the Strait and ‘UP in the air in Tasmania’, a book by James Boag will be available.

This Maritime & History Talk is brought to you

by BSMC & Stanley Museum.

Where: Bass Strait Maritime Centre, 6 Gloucester Ave, Devonport Cost: Gold Coin Donation

Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 7100 Email: bookings@bassstraitmc.com.au Website: Facebook - Bass Strait Maritime

Thursday, 19 September 6pm - 7pm

Reading Hour @ Devonport Library Devonport Library

Local author Prue Hollings will be reading her book ‘Grace has a secret’ for Reading Hour. (Milo and Biscuits provided) Your most adventurous teddy bear/soft toy can stay for a sleepover at the Devonport Library! The Library staff will be on hand to catch any mischief they get up to. Don’t forget to pick them up in the morning!

Where: Devonport Library, Ground Floor, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke St, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6478 4230 Email: devonport.library@education.tas.gov.au

Saturday, 21 September 7.30pm

Waist Watchers The Musical!

paranaple arts centre Town Hall Theatre

Waist Watchers The Musical! is fast-paced, with lots of energy and a ton of heart.

Where: Town Hall Theatre, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Check Website for details. Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: theatre@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au/

PUBLIC COMMENT SOUGHT ON DOG MANAGEMENT POLICY

The Devonport City Council has released its revised Dog Management Policy for public comment.

Visit Speak Up Devonport on the Council Website - Open until Tuesday, 10 September: Speak Up Devonport

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Tuesday, 24 September 6pm - 8pm

Vino & the Visual #2

Bass Strait Maritime Centre

Experience the Museum collection with wine, food, and great company. Take time to paint with facilitator, artist Eysium Greene.

No experience necessary, and all work completed in the workshop is yours to keep.

Fee includes all materials & glass of wine on arrival.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email: Website:

Thursday, 26 September 7.30pm

Bass Strait Maritime Centre, 6 Gloucester Ave, Devonport $60 per person Bookings essential (03) 6424 7100 bookings@bassstraitmc.com.au Facebook - Bass Strait Maritime

Swan Lake

paranaple arts centre Town Hall Theatre

The Imperial Russian Ballet Company return to Australia & New Zealand with Swan Lake...the most loved classical ballet of them all.

Where: Town Hall Theatre, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Check Website for details. Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: theatre@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au/

DID YOU KNOW? There is a modern, safe parenting room centrally located in the CBD on the ground floor of the paranaple centre.

The three-roomed facility has baby feeding, child and adult toilet facilities and baby changing and a parenting rest area.

It is located directly opposite the children’s section of the library.

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Image: Tricky Walsh, interference patterns in time, 2019, gouache and watercolour on paper.

Image courtesy of the artist.

28 September - 17 November 2019 Monday - Friday 7.30am - 4.45pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays 7.30am - 2pm

flatland

Main Gallery Exhibition: flatland Tricky Walsh 2019 Solo Commission

Devonport Regional Gallery at the paranaple arts centre

Based on recent scientific discoveries about the actual potential 2-dimensional nature of our universe, (a string theory off shoot called the holographic principle) and with reference to the novel of the same name written in 1884 by Edwin Abbott Abbott, flatland is a geometric exploration of our universe.

Where: Devonport Regional Gallery - Main Gallery, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au

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Sundays From October 1pm - 3pm

Julie Burgess: Public Sailings

Bass Strait Maritime Centre

The Julie Burgess is the last of the Burgess Family fishing ketches that plied the waters of Bass Strait and Tasmania.

Enjoy 2 hour sails on Sundays at 1pm.

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Charters also available Where: Julie Burgess - Reg Hope Park, 180 Tarleton Street, East Devonport Cost: Adults $50; Concession $45*; Child 8-16 $20**; Family (2+2) $120.00 Bookings essential *concession card MUST be presented at time of booking or when boarding vessel *children under the age of 8 are not permitted to sail Phone: (03) 6424 7100 Email: bookings@bassstraitmc.com.au

Mini Paper Makes @ Devonport Library Tuesday, 1 and Devonport Library Thursday, Create tiny books, little toys and beautiful sun boxes with paper.

10 October Ages 7+ 10.30am - 11.30am Where: Devonport Online Access Centre, Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings via Eventbrite Phone: (03) 6478 4230 Email: devonport.library@education.tas.gov.au Website: www.eventbrite.com.au

Tuesday, 1 October 1pm - 4pm

Fishing Fun - School Holiday Program

Devonport City Council and Youth, Family and Community Connections Join YFCC and DCC for a day of fishing and Sports fun at Cam River!

For ages 12-25yrs

Where: Departing Youth Family and Community Connections, 62 Stewart Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 7353 Bec @ YFCC Email: bec@yfcc.com.au Website: www.devonport.tas.gov.au/whats-on-devonport/

Tuesday, 1 October 1pm - 2.30pm OR 3pm - 4.30pm

Paint or sculpt - Responding to flatland

by Tricky Walsh Devonport Regional Gallery

Make a geometric watercolour or a small sculpture in response to the exhibition Flatland by Tricky Walsh.

For children under 16 and their families Where: Devonport Regional Gallery - Creative Space, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

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Wednesday, 2 October 9.30am - 12noon

Mini-me Platters for 0-5 year olds The Playhouse

0 - 5 year olds will create a perfect “mini-me� platter to share with others.

Enjoy this amazing way to bring everyone together around a fabulous, fresh grazing platter for children!

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Wednesday, 2 October 1pm - 2.30pm OR 3pm - 4.30pm

The Playhouse, Cnr Charles & Forbes Streets $2 per person Bookings essential (03) 6424 7060 devhouse@internode.on.net

Costume making (recycled materials) and character performance Devonport Regional Gallery

Make a theatre costume from recycled materials and develop a short performance which expresses your character. Perform for a small audience.

For children under 12 and their families Where: paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

Wednesday, 2 October 1pm - 3pm

Fishing clinic @ Mussel Rock Devonport Devonport City Council and Fishcare

Join Council and Fishcare Tasmania for a fishing adventure.

All gear supplied but can bring your own if you would prefer.

Where: Mussell Rock, Mersey River Foreshore, Victoria Parade, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 0511 Email: council@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonport.tas.gov.au/whats-on-devonport/

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Wednesday, 2 October 1.30pm - 3.30pm

Mini-me Platters for 6 - 12 year olds Devonport Community House

6 - 12 year olds will create a perfect “mini-me” platter to share with others.

Enjoy this amazing way to bring everyone together around a fabulous, fresh grazing platter for children!

Where: Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport Cost: $3 per person Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 6334 Email: devhouse@internode.on.net

Wednesday, 2 October 2019 2pm - 5pm

Escape Room Challenge @ Devonport Library Devonport Library

Work together to steal a warhead by solving lots of interesting and fun puzzles! Ages 9-14 Where: Devonport Library, Ground Floor, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke St, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings via Eventbrite Phone: (03) 6424 7100 Email: devonport.library@education.tas.gov.au Website: www.eventbrite.com.au

Thursday, 3 October 10am - 11am

Toddler Pop-Up: Costume Make, mime and roar Devonport Regional Gallery

Arts workshop for children under 6 and their families.

Where: Devonport Regional Gallery - Creative Space, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

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Thursday, 3 and Tuesday, 8 October 10am - 11.30am

Lego Challenge @ Devonport Library Devonport Library

Calling all budding engineers!

Can your team build the strongest Lego Bridge?

Join the Devonport Library and see if you are up to the challenge!

Ages 7-13 Where: Devonport Library, Ground Floor, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke St, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings via Eventbrite Phone: (03) 6424 7100 Email: devonport.library@education.tas.gov.au Website: www.eventbrite.com.au

Thursday, 3 October 11am - 4pm

Sports Day - School Holiday Program

Devonport City Council and Youth, Family and Community Connections Join YFCC and Devonport City Council for a day of Sports fun at Ulverstone!

For ages 12-25yrs

Where: Departing Youth Family and Community Connections, 62 Stewart Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 7353 Bec @ YFCC Email: bec@yfcc.com.au Website: www.devonport.tas.gov.au/whats-on-devonport/

Thursday, 3 October 1pm - 3pm

Fishing clinic @ Reg Hope Park

Devonport City Council and Fishcare

All gear supplied but can bring own if you would prefer.

Where: Reg Hope Park, 180 Tarleton Street, East Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 0511 Email: council@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonport.tas.gov.au/whats-on-devonport/

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Thursday, 3 and Monday, 7 October 2pm - 3pm

Knots to Know: Kids Edition Bass Strait Maritime Centre

Learn the art of knots with an experienced sailor!

Come away with your very own knot board to show off on your wall at home. All ages of children welcome, tots will require a parent or guardians help.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email: Website:

Monday, 7 October 12pm - 1pm

Bass Strait Maritime Centre, 6 Gloucester Ave, Devonport $60 per person

Bookings essential (03) 6424 7100 bookings@bassstraitmc.com.au Facebook - Bass Strait Maritime

Mental Health Week -Launch

Devonport City Council, YFCC, North West Suicide Prevention Trial Site, Devonport Online

We all have a role to play is the theme for Mental Health Week (Oct 6th – 12th) this year. To help raise awareness and challenge stigmas local organisations have coordinated a range of activities and programs in and around Devonport’s paranaple centre.

Family friendly launch with activities for the whole community.

Where: Market Square - paranaple precinct, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6423 6635 Damien - YFCC

Monday, 7 October 3pm - 4.30pm

Object design - Tape and contact Devonport Regional Gallery

Enjoy a short guided tour of Earthworks which features object designs by local young people. Then have a go at making your own 3D object using recycled materials and tape and coloured contact.

For children under 16 and their families Where: Devonport Regional Gallery - Creative Space, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

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Wednesday, 9 October 9.30am - 12noon

Hanging Edible Gardens!

The Playhouse

2-5 year olds - make your very own edible garden hanging planter to take home - including some bugs and beetles for decoration!

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

The Playhouse, Cnr Charles & Forbes Streets $2 per person Bookings essential (03) 6424 7060 devhouse@internode.on.net

Wednesday, 9 October 10am - 11.30am OR 2pm - 3.30pm

Shadow puppet theatre

Wednesday, 9 October 11am - 4pm

Bowling - School Holiday Program

paranaple arts centre

Make a shadow puppet and stage a performance.

For children under 12 and their families Where: paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

Devonport City Council and Youth, Family and Community Connections

YFCC and Devonport Council celelbrate the school holidays with bowling!

For ages 12-25yrs Where: Departing Youth Family and Community Connections, 62 Stewart Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 7353 Bec @ YFCC Email: bec@yfcc.com.au Website: www.devonport.tas.gov.au/whats-on-devonport/

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Wednesday, 9 October 1.30pm - 3.30pm

Miniature Edible Gardens!

Devonport Community House

Children 6 - 12 years will learn about nature and what’s involved with growing plants & miniature landscaping. Make a miniature edible garden, looking into soil, rocks, drainage, proportions, plant types, watering and ongoing care.

Where: Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport Cost: $5 per person Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 6334 Email: devhouse@internode.on.net

Wednesday, 9 October 6pm - 7.30pm

Julie Burgess Mouldy Cheese and Mulled Wine River Cruise Bass Strait Maritime Centre

Celebrate Mouldy Cheese Day on board the Julie Burgess for a fabulous River Cruise. Cost includes mulled wine (or mulled apple juice), cheese, fruit, and chocolate platters. 18+ Where: Julie Burgess - Reg Hope Park, 180 Tarleton Street, East Devonport Cost: $75 per person Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 7100 Email: bookings@bassstraitmc.com.au

Wednesday, 9 October 6.30pm

Movie - Infinity Polar Bear

North West Film Society and Mental Health Week Council

Join the North West Film Society for a screening of Infinity Polar Bear and panel discussion. Supported by Devonport City Council and the Mental Health Week Council.

Drama/Romance 2015 M - Mature themes Where: paranaple convention centre, Level 3, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: 0431 484 727 Email: nwfs@nwfs.org.au Website: http://nwfs.org.au/

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Thursday, 10 October 10am - 4pm

Mental Health & Wellbeing Connecting with Community Expo Anglicare World Mental Health Day

Take care of your mind and body this mental health week at the Mental Health & Wellbeing Connecting Community Expo. Meet the local services providers and collect free giveaways. Participate in the Self-Care stations providing hand massages, meditation, mindfulness, and fitness demonstrations. Hosted by Anglicare and Mental Health Council Tasmania.

Where: Rooke Street Mall, Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: 1800 243 232

Thursday, 10 October 3pm - 4.30pm

Drawing Tasmanian landscapes and human interaction Devonport Regional Gallery

In response to the exhibition Here at the Earth’s End this workshop will provide a range of materials to experiment with whilst surrounded and inspired by the exhibition.

For children under 16 and their families Where: Devonport Regional Gallery - Upper Gallery, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

Thursday, 10 October 10am and 12.30pm

Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat - Live on Stage paranaple arts centre Town Hall Theatre

This stage adaptation of the best selling book faithfully tells the story of a brother and sister, bored at home on a rainy day.

Where: Town Hall Theatre, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Check Website for details. Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: theatre@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au/

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Friday, 11 October 6pm -7.30pm

Evening Julie Burgess River Cruise Bass Strait Maritime Centre

A fully catered River Cruise with delectable Tasmanian delights, timed to watch the Spirit of Tasmania departing port.

Complimentary glass of wine included. 18+. Toilets aboard below decks, or public toilets available in Reg Hope Park.

Where: Julie Burgess - Reg Hope Park, 180 Tarleton Street, East Devonport Cost: $100 per person Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 7100 Email: bookings@bassstraitmc.com.au

Saturday, 12 October 12.30pm - 3pm

Magic Possum costume making paranaple arts centre

Come and make some costume bits - ears, tails, beaks and noses.

Are you a possum, emu, dingo, wombat, koala, kangaroo or a cockatoo?

Possums wanting to create magic can drop in anytime between 12.30pm-3pm Where: paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

Saturday, 12 October 4pm

Possum Magic

paranaple arts centre Town Hall Theatre

For more than 30 years, Mem Fox’s Possum Magic has captivated and enchanted young people all over Australia. Come and see Grandma Poss make magic on the Town Hall stage.

Where: Town Hall Theatre, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Check Website for details. Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: theatre@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au/

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Monday, 14 to Sunday, 20 October

Robinson Collection Presentation & Workshop Devonport Regional Gallery

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Seniors Groups are invited to visit the Devonport Regional Gallery during Seniors Week for a gallery tour and presentation on the Robinson Collection; a collection of photographs from the Robinson and Son Studio, which include images of Devonport from the 1950s and 60s.

Where: Devonport Regional Gallery Creative Space, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com Image: Robinson 4844.1 Bert & Albert Robinson, Luck Brothers Pty Ltd

Tuesday, 15 October 12pm

50 Years Plus Ratepayers Lunch Devonport City Council

The Devonport City Council will host a luncheon for residents who have been ratepayers in the city for more than 50 years.

Eligible residents please book to attend the luncheon by Friday, 4 October for planning purposes.

Where: paranaple convention centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential by Friday, 4 October Phone: (03) 6424 0511 Email: council@devonport.tas.gov.au

Tuesday, 15 October 2pm - 3.30pm

Save $$ in the Driveway

Devonport Community House

Join us for Anti-Poverty Week with this FREE family event.

Learn how to save money and grab some freebies. Sausage sizzle, cooking demo, pre-loved clothing & toys, fresh fruit and vegetables to give away.

Where: Devonport Community House, 10 Morris Avenue, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6424 6334 Email: devhouse@internode.on.net

Tuesday, 15 October 8pm

The Sapphires

paranaple arts centre Town Hall Theatre

The Sapphires is one of the Australia’s best-loved stories. After winning multiple awards as a play, film and soundtrack album the raw energy, fun and emotion of this story will be brought to the paranaple arts centre’s stage.

Where: Town Hall Theatre, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Check Website for details. Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: theatre@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au/

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Wednesday, 16 October 12:30pm

Lunch & Herb Talk

Devonport Community Garden

Join the Eating With Friends group for a two course luncheon in the Community Garden, then walk the Garden learning about herbs and their uses.

Where: Devonport Community Garden, 2 Morris Avenue, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6424 6334 Email: devhouse@internode.on.net

Wednesday, 16 October 6.30pm - 8.30pm

Potato Banquet Home Hill

Home Hill is hosting a Parmentier’s Banquet for the Devonport Food and Wine Festival - where all courses contain the North west Coast’s staple - the humble potato. Seats are limited, bookings essential.

Where: Home Hill, 77 Middle road, Miandetta Cost: $35 pr person Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 8055 Email: home.hill@nationaltrusttas.org.au Website: www.nationaltrust.org.au

Saturday, 19 October 10am - 12pm and12pm - 2pm

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Julie Burgess Chocolate Cupcake Day Bass Strait Maritime Centre

A family friendly event on board the Julie Burgess while she is tied up alongside for a celebration of Chocolate Cupcake Day. Cost includes cupcake, hot chocolate, and a tour of the vessel.

Workshops on board for the kids.

Where: Julie Burgess - Reg Hope Park, 180 Tarleton Street, East Devonport Cost: $5 per person Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 7100 Email: bookings@bassstraitmc.com.au

Image: Joey Gracia, Green Day 2, digital prints on paper. Image courtesy of the artist.

19 October 24 November 2019 Monday - Friday 7.30am - 4.45pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays 7.30am - 2pm

THE NATURAL ESTATE

Little Gallery Exhibition: The Natural Estate: Laura Gillam, Joey Gracia & Callum Donoghue Devonport Regional Gallery

In the peak of Tasmania’s tourism boom, The Natural Estate explores the alternate narratives and landscapes neglected by glossy pamphlets and travel magazines.

Simultaneously, and on the contrary Tasmania is depicted as the “freeloading” state, defined by statistics reporting on high crime, unemployment, teen pregnancies and growing homelessness.

Where: Devonport Regional Gallery - Main Gallery, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6420 2900

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Saturday, 19 October 8pm

Mamma Mia the Concert

paranaple arts centre Town Hall Theatre

A masterful and exciting concert with new vocal and symphonic harmonies. The Ten Sopranos bring to life the very best of ABBA in all their glory.

Where: Town Hall Theatre, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Check Website for details. Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: theatre@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au/

Sunday, 20 October 10am - 11.30am

Julie Burgess Senior’s River Cruise Bass Strait Maritime Centre

Celebrate Senior’s Week with this special cruise for seniors.

Includes tea and coffee with homemade scones, jam, and cream.

Toilets aboard below decks, or public toilets available in Reg Hope Park Where: Julie Burgess - Reg Hope Park, 180 Tarleton Street, East Devonport Cost: $35 per person Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 7100 Email: bookings@bassstraitmc.com.au

DID YOU KNOW? New bike racks were installed in three locations as part of Stage 1 of LIVING CITY. The racks are located outside the revolving door of the paranaple centre and on two sides of the Market Square.

In addition there are two new bike racks proposed as part of the LIVING CITY Waterfront Parkland.

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Monday, 21 October to Sunday, 27 October

NATIONAL BIRD WEEK

Aussie Backyard Bird Count Birdlife Australia

Celebrate National Bird Week by joining thousands across the country participating in the Aussie Backyard Bird Count!

There are two ways to take part in the Aussie Backyard Bird Count: 1. You can submit your bird count through the online web form 2. You can submit your counts through the free Aussie Bird Count app.

Check out the Aussie Backyard Bird Count website for further details.

Website: https://aussiebirdcount.org.au/

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Monday’s 4pm - 5pm

Youth Arts - Term 4

Devonport Regional Gallery

Painting and printing - watercolour techniques, acrylic, oil paint, silk-screen For ages 10 - 16yrs

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Monday 21, 28 October and 11, 18, 25 November 4pm - 5pm Where: Devonport Regional Gallery Creative Space, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

Tuesday’s Wednesday’s 4pm - 5pm

Create & Make - Term 4

Devonport Regional Gallery Art Workshops for kinder - grade 6 Tuesday 22, 29 October and 5, 12, 19, 26 November

CREATE & MAKE TERM 4

Wednesday 23, 30 October and 6, 13, 20, 27 November 4pm - 5pm Where: Devonport Regional Gallery Creative Space, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

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Tuesday, 22 October 6pm - 8pm

Vino & the Visual #3

Bass Strait Maritime Centre

Experience the Museum collection with wine, food, and great company. Take time to paint with facilitator, artist Eysium Greene.

No experience necessary, and all work completed in the workshop is yours to keep.

Fee includes all materials & Glass of wine on arrival.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email: Website:

Wednesday, 23 October 9.30am 12:30pm

Mad Hatter’s Tea Party The Playhouse

For 0 - 5 year olds, join in the madness at the Playhouse with Alice and the Madhatter. Wear your favourite hat and share in some scrummy morning tea.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email:

Friday, 25 October 8pm

Bass Strait Maritime Centre, 6 Gloucester Ave, Devonport $60 per person Bookings essential (03) 6424 7100 bookings@bassstraitmc.com.au Facebook - Bass Strait Maritime

The Playhouse, Cnr Charles & Forbes Streets $2 per person Bookings essential (03) 6424 7060 devhouse@internode.on.net

Akmal

paranaple arts centre Town Hall Theatre

A one-hour life changing experience with the hysterical Akmal.

PGR 15+ Where: Town Hall Theatre, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Check Website for details. Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: theatre@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: https://www.paranapleartscentre.com.au/

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Saturday, 26 October 2019 11am - 2pm

Living Lightly Event

Devonport Community Garden and Devonport City Council

Be inspired to live more sustainably, eat locally and eat healthily at this free, family-friendly expo. A wide range of demonstrations and stalls to obtain simple and practical advice on ways to immediately start saving money, eat better, reduce waste and lessen our impact on the environment.

Where: Devonport Community Garden, 2 Morris Avenue, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6424 6334 Email: devhouse@internode.on.net

Tuesday, 29 October 1pm - 2:30pm

Basic learn to knit or crochet Devonport Regional Gallery

An introductory workshop for adults of any age.

Where: Devonport Regional Gallery - Creative Space, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

Thursday, 31 October 10am - 11am

Toddler Pop-up: Make a Concertina texture book Devonport Regional Gallery

Arts workshop for children under 6 and their families.

Where: Devonport Regional Gallery - Creative Space, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

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Thursday, 31 October to Friday, 1 November

AUSTRALIAN MARITIME MUSEUMS COUNCIL

AMMC Regional Workshop Bass Strait Maritime Centre

The next AMMC Regional Workshop is hosted by the Bass Strait Maritime Centre at the paranaple convention centre.

The theme of the Workshop is centered on ‘How to build an Educational or Public Program from scratch’.

The Workshop will feature plenty of delegate interaction, participation, and learning.

Where: paranaple convention centre, Level 3, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: $50 with optional

$75 for dinner Phone: (03) 6424 7100 (BSMC) Website: http://maritimemuseumsaustralia.com/

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Friday, 8 Saturday, 9 November 10am Friday 4pm Saturday

DON RESERVE BIOBLITZ

Don Reserve BioBlitz

Devonport City Council & Bookend Trust

A BioBlitz is described as ‘a festival of science in nature... fun, enjoyable and meaningful to the community, naturalists, scientists and organisations alike... a concerted effort to discover and record as many living things as possible within a set location over a limited time period’. It will start on Friday morning at the Splash Aquatic Centre with local primary schools. The afternoon and evening will be opened to the public as well as Saturday.

Where: Splash Aquatic Centre (Outside), 260 Steele Street, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 0511 Website: Eventbrite - Don Reserve Bio Blitz

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Saturday, 16 November 2.30pm - 4pm

East Devonport has Talent

East Devonport Community House

Come and be entertained by the Talent of East Devonport!

Where: East Devonport Primary School Gymnasium, 19 Thomas Street, East Devonport Phone: (03) 6427 9985 Email: lisa_esch@westnet.com.au Website: www.facebook.com/eastdevonportcommunityhouse

Sunday, 17 November 10am - 3pm

Garden Fete Home Hill

Market stalls, food vendors, children’s activities, live music and entertainment - all in the grounds of this beautiful National Trust property.

Note: The house is not open for tours on the day but discounted tickets can be purchased for future tours Where: Home Hill, 77 Middle Road, Miandetta Cost: $2 per person

Phone: (03) 6424 8055 Email: home.hill@nationaltrusttas.org.au Website: www.nationaltrust.org.au

DID YOU KNOW? The old historic police house, formally located in the Market Square, continues to have a presence on site.

The outline of the rooms within the house have been reconstructed utilising the historic old bricks and bluestone from the former house. Wood from the old house has been used in the bike rack adjacent to the square.

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Saturday, 23 November 10am - 12pm

Platypus Talk at the Arboretum

The Tasmanian Arboretum and Devonport City Council

PLATYPUS TALK AT THE ARBORETUM

Join our local researcher and expert on platypus James McGregor on a discovery tour of one of the world’s most interesting mammals.

Where: The Tasmanian Arboretum, 46 Old Tramway Rd, Devonport Cost: Free Bookings essential Phone: (03) 6424 0511 Website: Facebook - The Tasmanian Arboretum Platypus Image created by parkjisun from Noun Project

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Tuesday, 26 November 6pm - 8pm

Vino & the Visual #4

Bass Strait Maritime Centre

Experience the Museum collection with wine, food, and great company. Take time to paint with facilitator, artist Eysium Greene.

No experience necessary, and all work completed in the workshop is yours to keep.

Fee includes all materials & glass of wine on arrival.

Where: Cost: Phone: Email: Website:

DID YOU KNOW? Council’s Natural Resource Manager works with many local schools and Volunteers to improve the biodiversity of Devonport.

Image: School Children planting seedlings in a Devonport reserve.

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Bass Strait Maritime Centre, 6 Gloucester Ave, Devonport $60 per person

Bookings essential (03) 6424 7100 bookings@bassstraitmc.com.au Facebook - Bass Strait Maritime

23 November 2019 19 January 2020 Monday - Friday 7.30am - 4.45pm Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays 7.30am - 2pm

RACT INSURANCE TASMANIAN PORTRAITURE PRIZE

Exhibition: RACT Insurance Tasmanian Portraiture Prize Devonport Regional Gallery at the paranaple arts centre

The prize, which started in 2008, is open to artists 30 years old and under, across many disciplines. The objective of the award is to foster the development of emerging Tasmanian artists as well as an opportunity to exhibit their works in a professional exhibition in a state-wide tour.

For more details on the prize, and voting: https://taspp.com.au/ Where: Devonport Regional Gallery - Main Gallery, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Cost: Free Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

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THE LITTLE GALLERY 2020 EXHIBITION AND PROJECT APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

UNTIL SUNDAY, 20 OCTOBER 2019

The Little Gallery Project Space is available to emerging and early

career Tasmanian artists.

The Little Gallery promotes the work of Tasmanian artists who: • Demonstrate experimentation in 2D and 3D art forms • Engage with critical thinking about their practice Demonstrate vision and progression in their practice • Exhibitions will be displayed in the Little Gallery space of the paranaple arts centre and will run for between 4 and 6 weeks.

Applications are open to individuals and groups.

The Little Gallery Application Requirements:

• Completed application form obtainable from the Devonport Regional Gallery website, including project proposal and how it relates to the DRG mission statement • One page Artist CV • Up to 10 images of recent artwork as jpeg files on USB flash drive or email SEND APPLICATIONS TO: Post: Devonport Regional Gallery PO Box 604 Devonport TAS 7310 Email: artgalley@devonport.tas.gov.au APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 20 OCTOBER 2019 For more information contact Devonport Regional Gallery on: Where: Devonport Regional Gallery - Main Gallery, paranaple arts centre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Phone: (03) 6420 2900 Email: artgallery@devonport.tas.gov.au Website: www.devonportgallery.com

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TICKET TO PLAY COMMUNITIES SPORT AND RECREATION

UNTIL SATURDAY, 30 NOVEMBER 2019

Ticket to Play is a Tasmanian

Government initiative designed to reduce the cost of participating in club sporting activities for Tasmanian children.

Tasmanian children aged 5 to 17 who are listed on a Centrelink Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card, or who are in Out of Home Care, are eligible for a voucher of up to $100 in value to be used towards the cost of club membership at an approved activity provider. A list of approved activity providers can be found on the Ticket to Play website.

To apply for a voucher or for more information, visit our website at https:// www.communities.tas.gov.au/ticket-toplay. Vouchers can be applied for and used at an approved activity provider until 30 November 2019.

For more information or assistance with voucher application please contact Tasmanian Government - Communities, Sport and Recreation.

Phone: 1800 252 476 Email: tickettoplay@communities.tas.gov. au Website: www.communities.tas.gov.au/ ticket-to-play

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CHILDREN’S UNIVERSITY TASMANIA

Children’s University Tasmania

Children’s University Australia offers learning opportunities to children aged between 7 and 14 years (and 5 to 6 year olds with their families) and volunteering opportunities to students aged between 15 and 18 years.

The Devonport Learning Destinations included in this guide are: Bass Strait Maritime Centre, Devonport Regional Gallery, Various Devonport City Council events, Devonport Library More information can be found at: www.childrensuniversity.com.au

AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS

Australia Day Awards

The Devonport Australia Day Awards recognise the achievements of community members and groups who have made a significant contribution to the Devonport community.

The awards reflect values such as the pursuit of excellence, commitment to tolerant and diverse society, a fair go and public service.

The 2019 Australia Day Award recipients were: • Citizen of the Year – Margaret Fay • Young Citizen of the Year – Chaz and Kai Wilson • Community Event of the Year – 2018 Toast for Kids Charity Gala Event

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More information can be found at: www.devonport.tas.gov.au/live/yourcommunity/awards/australia-day-awards/

DIAMONDS OF DEVONPORT

Diamonds of Devonport

Devonport City Council will once again celebrate International Women’s Day with Diamonds of Devonport recognising the efforts of those who live or work within our local community.

Nominations will be accepted in the following categories: • Personal Achievement • Business Achievement • Community Achievement • Young Achiever (under 30 years) The Diamonds of Devonport finalists will be acknowledged at a cocktail event, date & venue to be confirmed.

More information can be found at: www.devonport.tas.gov.au/live/yourcommunity/community-services/diamondsof-devonport/

PLANNING A COMMUNITY EVENT?

Planning a Community Event in Devonport?

Find hints, tips and event application packs to assist your organisation to host a successful event in any season on the Devonport City Council website. www.devonport.tas.gov.au/live/yourcommunity/planning-a-community-event/ Would you like to list your event on the Devonport City Council website Event & Activities Page, or need further information?

Contact Council at: marketingandpromotions@devonport.tas. gov.au

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Image: Spring Fair 2018