News and Events  
  November 2011
Dear Subscriber,

In November the south west region will be enjoying musical performances, the grand opening of a new art gallery, an inaugural arts festival, workshops, garden walks and the world premiere of the ACRE Conargo and Moulamein documentaries.  With the weather warming up it is a great time to get out and explore the region.  

To see all that is happening in November and December scroll down and or visit  our Events Calendar.
Keep an eye out for Fund It!, our monthly funding e-bulletin that will arrive in your inbox mid-month. It lists some highlights from our online Funding Database, an excellent resource for artists and community organisations.

Enjoy your arts

Alyce Fisher and Kristen Dyer
South West Arts Inc.
Ph 03 5881 7749



SOUTH WEST ARTS NEWS
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World Premiere of ACRE documentaries - Conargo and Moulamein

The first screening of 'Hit me on the Head with a Raindrop' a Moulamein documentary highlighting the resilience of the local community will be held at the Moulamein Football Oval on Friday 25 November.  Gates open at 6.30pm.  Dinner is provided and drinks will be available at bar prices.  No BYO alcohol.  The Conargo 'Market to Market' will be screened Saturday 26 November at the Conargo Hall, doors open at 6.30pm. Finger food is included and drinks will be at bar prices.  Tickets to both events are $5.00.  The films capture the spirit of both communities, come along and walk the red carpet in your black tie attire.  Phone South West Arts for further information.

Congratulations to Deniliquin Artist Stuart Taylor winner of the Spirit of the Land Lockhart Sculpture

The Spirit of the Land Festival Lockhart grew out of the worst drought in Australian history and it took shape to encourage farmers determined to survive living and working on the land to use country ingenuity and create sculptures using old farm machinery, recycled scrap metal and elements of the land.  Check out Stuart’s ‘Horsepower’ on South West Arts home page. 

Anita Hall - a finalist in the Essential Energy Competition

Congratulations to Deniliquin artist Anita Hall on being shortlisted as a finalist for the Essential Energy Countryscapes competition. Anita's artwork, entitled 'Enduring' is a landscape painting of a Moreton Bay fig tree from the Waring Gardens.  The winner will be announced November 24, we wish you luck Anita.

Wonderful Wamba Wamba / Perrepa Perrepa Week
The week included the flag raising and community breakfast at Civic Place Deniliquin, a sports and cultural exhibition, the launch of the Yarkuwa and Nyerna Websites, weaving workshops, community lunches, guest speakers, kids disco, screening of ‘Here I am’ and a Koorioke night.  The local community participated in the many events and enjoyed learning more about indigenous life.  And for the people who weren't lucky enough to catch the awesome flash mob, catch it on our facebook page.

Sing Australia comes to Coleambally

Sing Australia is a unique organisation. It approaches community singing differently. It is welcoming of everyone and sees singing as being thoroughly beneficial for important health and social reasons. It is great fun and wonderful friendships are formed right around Australia.   If you want to come along and find out how good this is the newest Sing Australia group meets from 7.00 – 8.00pm Monday evenings at the Uniting Church.  For further information please contact Julie Bellato 6954 4582 or visit www.singaustralia.com.au



EVENTS
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Here are some highlights of the wide variety of events scheduled for November and early December. To see more, go to our online Events Calendar.

Leanne Crawford Concert
When & Where
Friday 4 November – 8.00pm at the Peppin Heritage Centre Deniliquin
Saturday 5 November – 5.00pm at Pretty Pine Hotel
Sunday 6 November – 3.00pm at the Tocumwal Hall
There is more than a touch of class and sophistication to Leanne Crawford’s popular stage performances. Professionally singing and touring around Australia, Leanne’s smooth, sultry voice marries beautifully to her visual and theatrical appeal. Leanne’s up-beat and playful approach to jazz is embraced by her charismatic presence that quickly draws her audience in. Leanne’s sophisticated stage presence is inspired by the glamour and elegance of the 1940’s.  Stylish, sassy and colourful, Leanne’s art of appeal will ensure a night of quintessential delight.
For further information please telephone South West Music 03 5898 3120

Griffith Knitted Garden
When
10 am - 4 pm Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10 am - 3 pm Sundays throughout November, December and January
Where
Griffith Retirement Estate, 29 - 43 Sidlow Road, Griffith
Don’t miss seeing the amazing Griffith Knitted Garden, a Community Arts Project managed by the Natty Knitters, involving knitters from 5 years to 100. A small section of the garden recently toured towns out west, and the now 2 metre long garden features a flower and veggie garden and all the things you can think of that go in a garden. It also includes a teddy bears' house, teddy bears' picnic, a scarecrow and lots more to delight viewers of all ages.
For further information please telephone Lyn Mason 02 6961 8902

Grand Opening – Billabong Gallery Wanganella
When
Tuesday 1 November – 11.00am
Where
Billabong Gallery, adjacent the Wanganella Post Office
The Wanganella and district community is having the grand opening of the Billabong Gallery, prior to their Melbourne Cup Day luncheon. The gallery will feature a myriad of local items so please feel free to pop in and browse when passing through Wanganella.  Everyone is welcome to attend, but bookings are essential for the cup luncheon. A bus will be running from Deniliquin to both events and bookings can be made at the Conargo Shire Council on 03 5880 1200.
For further information please contact Sonja Lefebure - 0358847540 or Joan Wallace - 0358847539

Orchestra Victoria – ‘Brassed Off’
When
Friday 4th of November - 7.00pm
Where
The Moama Bowling Club
Echuca Moama Tourism is excited to welcome Orchestra Victoria back to our region following a highly successful concert in March 2010. The ensemble will perform an all-brass and percussion concert, so prepare to be blown away and perhaps a little Brassed Off!  Tickets are available for purchase at the Echuca Moama Visitor Information Centre and the Moama Bowling Club. 
For further information please visit  www.moamabowlingclub.com.au

Inaugural LTB Outback Band Spectacular
When
Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 November 2011
Where
Leeton
Come and enjoy a musical weekend at the Festival of Concert Bands and Brass Bands, presented by the Leeton Town Band.  The Canberra City Concert Band, Liverpool Brass Band Kapooka Army Band Deniliquin Town Band and many others will there to entertain you.  Marching bands and workshops will also be on offer.
For further information please visit  http://www.leetonspectacular.com/wiki/Main_Page

Art Spectacular
When
Monday 7 November at 7.00pm
Where
Wakool Town Hall
Spend an evening enjoying the Wakool Burraboi Public School's Annual Art Spectacular. The amazing student’s artworks were inspired by and completed under the guidance of local and visiting artists. Well worth a visit to see outstanding work!
For further information please contact Vicky Lowry Wakool Burraboi Public School 03 5887 1126

Memories of Elegance – Fashion Exhibition
When
Sunday 6 – Monday 28 November 2011
Where
Peppin Heritage Centre Deniliquin
A display of family gowns and accessories owned by Mrs Jenny Dudley will be on display.  Karen Quinlan, Director of the Bendigo Art Gallery will be officially opening the exhibition Wednesday 9 November at 12.30pm.
For further information please contact the Peppin Heritage Centre 1800 650 712

Tooleybuc Murray Muster
When
Thursday 10 November – Sunday 13 November 2011
Where
Tooleybuc
Enjoy country music at its best in Tooleybuc. Top backing band "Denva" will be appearing with many other country musicians - Peter Horan, The Hoffmans, Cactus, Amelia Richards, The Battlers to name a few.  Admission is $10 per day pass or $25 for a weekend pass.
For further information please phone Joyce Yates 03 5825 3897 or the Tooleybuc Sporting Club 03 5030 5478

The Echuca Moama Arts Festival
When
Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 November 2011 – starts 10pm
Where
In and around the Uniting Church Hall Echuca
The Echuca Moama Arts Initiative is very excited to be hosting their inaugural arts festival to be held 12- 13 November this year.  Artists, musicians, poets, dancers, puppetry and performance artists will be all participating in this festival so come along and spend a weekend of arts and culture. There will be an art exhibition, workshops on poetry and journaling, dance numbers, knitting graffiti and paint wars.  A new brochure promoting the Initiative will also be launched.
For further information please telephone  0418 699 109 or email  artsinitiative@live.com.au

Workshop with Catherine Stewart
When
Saturday 12 November and Sunday 13 November 2011
Where
Coleambally Community Club
Coleambally Arts Council is conducting a two day workshop for Art Students with Artist Catherine Stewart.  Come along and enjoy a weekend of learning and enjoy trying out different types of media.
For further information please contact Catherine Stewart 02 6954 4824

Tocumwal Lions Garden Walk
When
Sunday 13 November  10.00am  -  4.30pm
Where
Tocumwal
Enjoy the day exploring gardens of Tocumwal.  Entry is $10 to visit five gardens.   Tickets and maps are available from the Tocumwal Visitors Centre or Number one garden at 178 Racehorse Road Tocumwal.  Refreshments will also be available at the Number One Garden.
For further information please visit www.toconthemurray.com.au

ABC Open Upcoming Workshops - The moment behind the photo
When
Tuesday 22 November 10.00am – 4.00pm
Wednesday 23 November 10.00am - 4.00pm
Thursday 24 November 10.00am – 1.00pm
Where
Deniliquin Library
They say a picture tells a thousand words, but often it’s only half the story.  Sometimes the best memories come from recalling the stories behind the photo.  Maybe it’s a story of travel and adventure.  Perhaps the photo brings back memories of sharing special times with a dear friend or loved one.  ABC Open is inviting you to share your stories of the moments behind your favourite photos.   Each workshop is limited to five participants. 
For further information please contact ABC Open producer Sonya Gee 02 6923 4826 or South West Arts 03 5881 7749

SunnyLot Festival
When
Saturday 17 December 2011 - Gates open at 3.30pm
Where
Moama Recreation Reserve
The inaugural Sunnylot festival line-up has been announced with bands Evermore, Sparkadia and Better than the Wizards set to perform.  District acts the Oxford Collection, Benny Walker and Fox Road will also appear at the festival.  Food and drink will be available with no BYO allowed.  The event is sponsored by the Riverine Herald, Art Start NSW Youth Art Skills and South West Arts.  Ticket pricing -  $71.50 until 31st October.  $80.00 for the month of November and $90 at the gate.
For further information please visit www.sunnylot.com.au

Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing
When
Friday 20 January 2012   5.00pm – 10.00pm
Where
Cape Horn Vineyard Echuca
Come along and celebrate 10 years of Shakespeare in the Vines at Cape Horn Vineyard.  Lawns open at 5.00pm with the play starting at 7.00pm. There will be a selection of food available till 7.00pm including wood fired pizza and cheese packs. Please bring small deck chair without legs or picnic blanket, BYO picnic, no BYO alcohol. There also will be a courtesy bus $10 from Echuca Moama Visitor Information Centre.  Ticket price is $40 per person and are available from the vineyard 5480 6013 or www.stickytickets.com.au/6257.
For further information please visit  www.capehorrnvineyard.com.au