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YOUR ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON IN CANBERRA THIS WEEKEND!
Every Monday for more than eight years, we’ve published This Week in The Can, our comprehensive guide to everything happening around the city this week – but sometimes it’s just too epic to get through!
That’s why each Friday we publish our Weekend Edit—a curated selection of events we think you’ll love!
HANDMADE MARKET CANBERRA
They have everything from fashion, furniture, sculpture, ceramics, children’s toys and clothing, jewellery and accessories and including an indoor gourmet food & wine pavilion.
The Handmade Market is a quarterly indoor event to showcase over 280 Australian creative businesses. All products on sale are Australian made and designed.
Shop at Handmade to support Australian designers and find something unique, well priced, where you can meet the maker. They have everything from fashion, furniture, sculpture, ceramics, children’s toys and clothing, jewellery and accessories and including an indoor gourmet food and wine pavilion. Perfect for all your Easter and Mother’s Day shopping.
The market is held at EPIC, Exhibition Park in Canberra in the Coorong pavilion, Conference Centre & Budawang pavilion.
You can drive to the venue. Parking is on the main oval just follow the signs. Parking and entry are free. Disability parking is located at the front of the Budawang pavilion. ATMs are located on site. There is public transport to the event.
Unfortunately, they do not have wheelchairs for hire. Only service dogs are allowed at the venue.
Entry to the market is FREE but please support the door greeters, Menslink with a gold coin donation if you can. (Each event supports a different charity.)
Find out more at handmadecanberra.com.au.
SAVOUR SNOWY MOUNTAINS – A WEEKEND OF FOOD & WINE
Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa is once again hosting a weekend of delicious Food & Wine with Savour Snowy Mountains.
The weekend will celebrate the seasonal local produce on offer in the south-east region of New South Wales.
Visitors will have the opportunity to experience and celebrate all things Autumn. The weekend will be filled with a series of food masterclasses and culinary collaborations, exclusive chef dinners, farmer’s market aswell as entertainment accompanied by a refreshing crisp glass of cool climate wine.
The Snowy Mountains is becoming well-known for rich, hearty ingredients. Many of these ingredients will be incorporated over the weekend in the chef dinners and through market stall offerings.
Happening 22 – 24 March at Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa, 1650 Alpine Way, Thredbo, NSW.
See lakecrackenback.com.au for bookings and more information.
CANBERRA KIDS MARKET
Stallholder Nibbly Bits
Canberra Kids Market is THE place to find new, handmade and pre-loved, clothing, toys, books, games, accessories and equipment for babies, toddlers and young ones.
Plenty of stalls to explore and great bargains to be had with more than 1,750 sqm of super shopping. You’ll find quality treasures for 0 to 12-year-old girls and boys, including designer labels and big-name brands.
Buying at the Canberra Kids Market is a great way to support a sustainable lifestyle, helping reduce waste by recycling quality goods too precious to discard.
Bring the family and enjoy a great day out.
Happening Saturday 23 March from 9 am – 12 pm at Exhibition Park.
See www.canberramarkets.net.au for more information.
LIVE BY THE VINES AT MOUNT MAJURA VINEYARD
Local musicians Leisa Keen and John Mackey will be live by the vines this Friday 22 March from 6 pm.
Mount Majura Winery will be opening from 5:30 for everyone to grab a spot, taste some wine, collect their Schmicnics hamper and settle in for a great evening of food, wine and music.
A $10 fee will include free wine tasting and entry on the evening. Mount Majura has partnered with Schmicnics to provide gourmet picnic hampers for the evening which you will be able to pre-purchase and pick up on the night.
Wine will be available for purchase by the glass or bottle and some local beers will also be available for purchase on the evening.
Happening Friday 22 February from 6 pm at Mount Majura Vineyard, Lime Kiln Road, Majura.
See Facebook for more information.
It Takes a Village Group Exhibition
Featuring the works of eight leading Canberra artists, It takes a Village celebrates the diversity of our birthing village — everyone who nurtures and helps raise our children.
It Takes a Village presents works by Niki van Buuren, Lynnice Church (Keen), Jane Duong, Lee Grant, Fatima Killeen, Rosalind Lemoh, Savanhdary Vongpoothorn and Marzena Wasikowska, and has been curated by Jennifer McFarlane, Curator of Arts & Health at Canberra Health Services. Parents from around Australia will also contributed photographs recording the moment their child met the village.
Maternity Services at the Centenary Hospital for Women and Children (CHWC) acknowledges the support of the Canberra Hospital Foundation, which has enabled the commissioning and display of these works.
Following this exhibition at PhotoAccess, the works will be permanently installed in the Birth Suite, where they will support the CHWC’s inclusive approach to birthing.
Showing until 30 March at PhotoAccess, Manuka Arts Centre, Corner Manuka Circle & New South Wales Crescent, Griffith.
See photoaccess.org.au for more information.
Pop Yum Cha at Natural Nine
In the mood some great Asian fusion food? Natural Nine has revamped its Pop Yum Cha menu, with new mouth-watering additions including Salt & Pepper Fried Bao, Potato Noodles with Chilli & Sesame, and Crispy Whitebait with Tom Yum Mayo.
The food has drawn inspiration from the flavours and fun aesthetics you see in cities such as Hong Kong and Taiwan while still staying true to the unique techniques, playful food design, and punchy flavour combinations Natural Nine is famous for.
While you’re there, try one of six new cocktails including the Rabbit – a zesty combination of Tanqueray, cherry brandy, orange and mint – and the Sheep, a delicious drop of Blue Curacao, lychee liqueur and grapefruit!
Happening every day from 12 pm–3 pm at Natural Nine inside Casino Canberra, 21 Binara Street, Canberra City.
See the website for more information.
Canberra Comedy Festival
Have You Been Paying Attention star Anne Edmonds.
Canberra Comedy Festival presents more than 70 comedy shows in the capital over one week in March, bringing the finest comedic talent to Canberra from around the world.
See some of the very best acts from the festival in the Gala on Tuesday 19 March, as well as a variety of shows featuring everything from local Canberra talent to some of the biggest stars on the international comedy circuit.
Performing Monday 18 to Sunday 24 March at various venues. Check canberracomedyfestival.com.au for the full list of shows.
Wine Not the Brand launch event
Canberra’s newest wine brand is officially in town! Calling all vino lovers – today is for YOU!
After three years in the making it’s time to cheers with our very own local, Wine Not the Brand! Canberra grown, made, branded, and infused with all the Canberra love, this new brand is sexy, sassy, fun, full of heart, and made specifically for millennials. It’s exclusive, limited edition, and… VEGAN!
Come enjoy a BYO picnic, all the wine, a DJ for good vibes, media wall (so gen Y), and we hear there’s even going to be vegan cookies making the rounds. Oh, and there’ll be a special appearance by The Pop Inn who have partnered with these gals for the event.
The range includes a red, white, and (of course) their first ever release rose. Meet the maker and enjoy a grazing platter and first dibs on the limited stock at a special ticketed VIP event from 12 pm or cruise along from 1-7 pm any time for a chilled Sunday sesh with the girls or the family. Entry is free from 1 pm.
Come see what all the fuss is about and support local. There’s never been a better excuse to pull out the picnic rug before it gets too cold and just…wine down in preparation for the week ahead. After all… wine not?
Alliance Française French Film Festival 2019
2019 marks the 30th anniversary of Australia’s most tantalising multi-cultural movie event, the Alliance Française French Film Festival.
Screening at Palace Electric in NewActon from 7 March – 10 April, this cherished celebration of French culture will be presented by the Alliance Française in association with the Embassy of France in Australia and Unifrance Films. Read more about the program here.
Happening 7 March – 10 April at Palace Electric Cinemas, Philip Law Street, NewActon.
See affrenchfilmfestival.org for tickets and more information.
Liquidfest 2019
BEAUTY MASTERCLASS WITH SHELLA MARTIN
Join Shella Martin as she shares her insider tips and tricks and reveals some of her current go-to beauty products.
Each attendee will receive a complimentary glass of champagne, canapes a gift bag and a $20 Canberra Centre Gift Card!
Shella Martin has mastered the art of balanced beauty by combining her considered approach to skincare with the versatility of makeup. A self-confessed beauty and fashion addict, Martin has been working with commercial clients, backstage at fashion events, on editorial shoots and hosting beauty masterclasses for over 18 years. Most notably for Rationale, Shu Uemura Art of Hair, Bioderma, L’Oréal Professional, Dion Lee and Toni Maticevski to name a few.
Her beauty work has featured in editorial publications including Vogue Australia, Vogue Italia and Elle, and her celebrity roster is equally impressive.
Happening Saturday 23 February on the Ground Level, Monaro Mall, Canberra Centre near Lush.
See canberracentre.com.au/play/events/beauty-masterclass-with-shella-martin for more information.
FREE BRICKS 4 KIDZ®! WORKSHOPS, MARKETPLACE GUNGAHLIN
Young or old everyone loves LEGO!
Bricks 4 Kidz®! are hosting the next FREE Kid’s Club event at Marketplace Gungahlin and it’s going to be brick-tastic!
Bring the kids along to Marketplace Gungahlin on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 March, 10am-2pm, where they can have fun at the free Bricks 4 Kidz Lego®, Kids Club workshops.
The little ones will love making amazing Lego creations inspired by popular themes such as Star Wars, Minecraft, and Superheroes. Plus, every child who takes part will take home a free BRICKS 4 KIDZ wristband.
With a range of amazing retail options, lunch and coffee spots plus an indoor playground, you can really make this a fun-filled family day out at Marketplace Gungahlin!
Be sure to sign up online to the Marketplace Kid’s Club to get your exclusive event invitation and to receive future free event information! Event will be hosted directly out the front of Big W.
Happening Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 March from 10 am-2 pm from Marketplace Gungahlin
Find out more here and sign up to the Marketplace Kids Club here.
THREE SIXTY FASHION MARKET
The Three Sixty Fashion Market sells new and recycled fashion for stylish and discerning shoppers. You’ll discover quality garments of all sizes and styles, shoes, handbags, accessories and more. Stallholders sell vintage, retro and pre-loved fashion that is far too good to just chuck in a bin or send to landfill. The Three Sixty Fashion Market is committed to a circular economy and to providing fabulous shopping for those who ethical choices and ecological sustainability as much as they value style and fun. You’re guaranteed to uncover some intriguing fashion and great buys. Free entry. Held indoors so protected from the weather. Plenty of parking in the area.
New stallholders welcome: www.canberramarkets.net.au
Happening Saturday 23 March from 9 am to 3 pm at Fitzroy Pavilion, Exhibition Park in Canberra
Free entry
See canberramarkets.net.au for more information.
Amanda Summons: The Ladies: Part II
Credit: Amanda Summons.
Inspired by International Women’s Day, The Ladies collection of 123 portraits and interviews by Amanda Summons opens on Wednesday 6 March.
The collection is driven by the desire to give each of her ladies a chance to empower themselves through owning their self-worth by stepping in front of the lens and by recording their written thoughts in the interviews about kindness, confidence and giant hamsters.
The Ladies Collection can never truly be complete for there will be always be an endless list of ladies that she would be honoured to capture in a frame.
Happening 6 March – 7 April at The Front Cafe and Gallery, 1 Wattle Place, Lyneham.
See Facebook and the website for more information.
HARMONY DAY NETFIT NETBALL FITNESS
This high-energy 45-minute netball gym class combines explosive netball movements with strength and power exercise to music!
Classes are all based on netball specific fitness, teamwork and empowerment. Just follow the NETFIT instructor and get your fast feet moving.
Don’t miss out on your opportunity to participate in the NETFIT netball session at Harmony Day.
Happening Sunday 24 March from 11 – 11.45 am at Solarhub ACT Netball Centre, 435 Northbourne Avenue, March.
Simply visit the website to register your name to participate in the session from 11am-11:45 am hosted by NETFIT’s Sarah Wall and Kim Green.
NATIONAL PRESS CLUB GIN BRUNCH
Sip on delicious gin cocktails from local Canberra gin masters (including HerCanberra’s very own French Earl Grey gin, created with Canberra Distillery) at the National Press Club’s first ever Gin Brunch!
Enjoy a five-course share platter gourmet brunch with live music from Chicago Charles.
Hosted by the National Press Club and The Canberra Distillery. $70 for NPC members, $80 for guests.
Happening Saturday 23 March from 11 am – 2.30 pm at the National Press Club, 16 National Circuit, Barton.
See the website for more information.
Inked: Australian Cartoons
Inked features a selection of the best cartoons from the National Library of Australia’s extensive collections.
The exhibition draws from over 14,000 cartoons by dozens of artists, from before the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788 up to the present. Each work is a time capsule, offering a snapshot of Australian life.
Visitors will be captivated by the works on display by many greats of Australian cartooning, including Will Dyson, Judy Horacek, Michael Leunig, David Low, Phil May, Alan Moir, Bruce Petty, Martin Sharp, Cathy Wilcox and many more.
INKED: PLAY
Come and see the famous Gumnut Babies going off to war. Create your own cartoon or draw a protest sign to hang on our display wall. Get stuck into a book. Find all the hidden Inkie the Echidnas and explore whether the world is doomed or domed.
Inked Play is open daily as part of Inked: Australian Cartoons. Find it by following Inkie the Echidna.
Open 10am to 5pm every day from 7 March–21 July 2019
The Pop Inn @ Regatta Point
Join The Pop Inn, Canberra’s cutest portable wine bar, for a drink near Regatta Point on the lake with a gorgeous view towards the National Library.
They’ll be there from 2 pm with world class wines, beer, cider, local gin as well as delicious cheese and local small goods.
Grab a table or on a picnic rug and soak up the sun and the view.
Happening Saturday 23 March from 2-8 pm at Regatta Point,
See the website for more information.
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