What’s On

WHAT’S ON IN HOBART

MONDAY TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

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Knitting and Craft Group at the Hobart Library from 1-3pm. All abilities welcome. tonight. It’s a new series of events with webinars and public talks about inspirational ideas and innovation for the Hobart community, all via Zoom. zons with Kickstart Arts’ Discover Bush Food And Urban Foraging Workshop in New Town. of Mono printing at Print, Press & Draw workshops with artist and fabric designer Deborah Wace. leaving your house at Hobart Virtual Speed Dating. Different age brackets are grouped together every Tuesday night.

years of ‘Essential Alternative Metal Music,’ HELMET continues their interrupted global tour with a show at Republic Bar/Cafe. presents Fluidity, images from moments in nature, by Tasmanian wilderness photographers, Arwen Dyer and Wolfgang Glowacki. today at Dominic College. Or take the kids out to StoryTime @ Hobart Library, every Wednesday, 10-10:30 am, for children 2-5. Botanical Florist to make your very own fragrant Christmas wreath. All materials supplied including the essential sparkling wine and light refreshments.

THURSDAY

5A special concert event filmed during lockdown, Idiot Prayer, Nick Cave Alone at Alexandra Palace, opens at the State

9Join the friendly

Sheffield Mural Festival.

10 Expand your culinary hori- 11 The Salamanca Arts Centre Cinema today.

12 Take a peep behind the scenes of Henry Jones Art Hotel with the Sticky Stones and Secrets Tour, running every Thursday from 3-4:30pm. Comedy Club presents mischievous Tasmanian comic Stewart Bell’s Wobbegong at Hobart Brewing Co. you to combine Marine Biology and alcohol with Mind Your Step: an informal lecture about tourism in Antarctica, at Hobart Brewing Co.

FRIDAY

6Dine out at The Duke to see The Duchesses, their all-girl house band, in action.

13 The Bleeding Tree starring Marta Dusseldorp, Jane Johnson and Kartanya Maynard opens at the Theatre Royal this week. The season has been

16 CityTalks kicks off 17 Discover the delights

Desperately seeking... 24 Find Love without 18 Enrolment tours are on

19 The Clubhouse

25 Join Kate Sice from 26 Beer Aquatic encourages extended to the 28th. 27 Enjoy those longer evenings coming in at the Hobart Twilight Market at Brooke Street Pier. From 4:30pm to 9pm.

SATURDAY

7Get organic produce, vegan treats, garden supplies and more at the Fern Tree Organic Market, Fern Tree Tavern. back and bigger than ever with over 70 buildings for you to explore over the weekend.

SUNDAY

8Soak in the Springtime. Yoga with Bianca is hosting Yoga in the Botanical Gardens on

14 Open House Hobart is Sunday mornings.

Open House Hobart.

22 This weekend the Hobart City Council hosts the Garage Sale Trail - a city wide celebration of putting second hand first.

The Bleeding Tree.

Hobart Twilight Market. 29 Learn how to make a basket out of what you find in your garden at Harvest Baskets with Gwen Egg running at Kickstart Arts, Newtown.

FURTHER AFIELD

2 NOVEMBER

In Sheffield the International Mural Festival is being celebrated in purpose-built Mural Park. 2020’s theme? Visions of the Future.

7 NOVEMBER

The Bass Strait Maritime Centre at Devonport has reopened to Saturday and Sunday visitors. Explore the history and maritime heritage of the Devonport region and its connection with the Bass Strait, then enjoy lunch in the cafe with parkland views.

15 NOVEMBER

The historic village of Ross hosts a good old fashioned country market in the Ross Town Hall. Starts at 9am.

15 NOVEMBER

Woolmers Estate hosts an open garden today celebrating the blooming of the roses. 500 people at one time will enjoy a self guided tour of the Woolmers Estate grounds and take in the blooms of the nationally recognised gardens. You can also add to your own collection with plants available from selected growers.

21 NOVEMBER

Make your way to the Spring Bay Mill at Triabunna today for Gigs in Space, a one day festival of live music with Ben Salter, Dewayne Everettesmith, Just Flare, DJ

Spaceman and more.

Woolmers blooms. Junction Hometown Festival.

21 NOVEMBER

Farmgate Festival opens the gates for visitors to a selection of small farms in the Tamar Valley for one weekend only.

27 - 29 NOVEMBER

The Junction Hometown Festival is set to bring some of Tasmania’s finest musicians, performers and artists to Prince’s Square for a weekend of celebration. Check out acts like SUNDAZE, Bad Dad Orchestra and Ange Boxhall, alongside headliners, A.Swayze & The Ghosts.

29 NOVEMBER

In 2002, Sally Fletcher rode 1400km solo around Tasmania raising funds for mental health in Tasmania. Sally’s Ride honours this achievement each year, which has now expanded to become The Tamar Valley Cycle Challenge.

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Holiday in the Huon Valley

Geeveston Town Hall From the moment you enter Geeveston Town Hall you know the centre provides something different with Visitor Information, local produce and artwork. 62971120 info@geevestontownhall.com.au

Harvest and Light Harvest and Light is a unique combination of photo gallery, small-batch picklery and coffee shop. Open Thursday to Sunday 9am to 4pm 6 Church street, Geeveston 0401 841 720 www.harvestandlight.com.au

EssentiallyTas.com Boutique handpicked accommodation throughout Tassie’s Far South Fully self-contained. Seaside shacks to 5 star luxury. Spa, wood fire and pet friendly options. 62981441 www.essentiallytas.com

The Peninsula Experience Exclusive hideaway, private peninsula with wilderness, wildlife and water to explore. Exquisite accommodation, private hot tubs and luxurious living 62981441 www.peninsulatas.com

Tahune Adventures Visit Tahune Adventures. Airwalk, Cantilever, Eagle Hang Glider, Swinging Bridge Walk, Rafting, Licenced Café and remember we are pet Friendly! Open Sat and Sun 10am to 4pm 6251 3903 tahuneadventures.com.au Visit the Huon Valley Only 30 minutes from Hobart

Yukon Tours Calm River Cruise on The Huon River. Join us on board Yukon, the Danish sailing Ketch, for a 90-minute cruise. Friday, Saturdays and Sundays depart Franklin Marina 3 pm or group booking on weekdays. 0498 578 535 sailing@yukon-tours.com.au www.yukon-tours.com.au

Frank’s Cider House & Café Visit Frank’s Cider House & Café, for award winning ciders, great coffee and a Huon Valley menu. Enjoy a cosy and dog friendly, heritage experience. 3328 Huon Hwy Franklin 6266 3828 www.frankscider.com.au

Willie Smith’s Apple Shed An old apple packhouse, just south of Hobart. Come for a cider tasting, distillery tour, or to feast on seasonal dishes. Open 10am daily. 6266 4345 www.williesmiths.com.au