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Mother’s Voice
Free singing workshops for mothers of young children
Accompanied children are welcome to attend and participate
in singing or play activities
Belconnen Library Community Room
Mondays 10:00am-12:00
Enquiries: 62640232 bcc@bcsact.com.au
Mother’s Voice is a series of workshops exploring
the range of the mother’s voice through games,
exercises, songs, stories and discussion. Mother’s
Voice workshops create a safe environment where mothers
of all backgrounds can come together to sing, learn
and share with other mothers and children.
Mother’s Voice is facilitated by BCS Community
Engagement Officer, Simone Penkethman, who has over
sixteen years experience as a singing and drama teacher,
community artist, performing musician and mother.
Electric Guitar and lessons
I have been contacted by one of the workers from the
PHaMS (Personal Helpers and Mentors) program seeking
an electric guitar and lessons for a young woman with
a mild intellectual disability who is living with mental
illness.
I am happy to give a couple of lessons and to assist
in sourcing an appropriate teacher. As the young woman
is on a low income it would be great if someone could
donate a guitar. I know there are plenty of electric
guitarsying, un-played under beds, in sheds and behind
doors. If you have an unused instrument (and maybe even
a small amp and lead) that you would be willing to donate,
please let me know. Thanks, Simone
Simone Penkethman | Community Engagement Officer |
Belconnen Community Service
Swanson Ct Belconnen ACT 2616
Ph 02 6264 0271 | Fx 02 6253 2901
Warehouse circus
With 20 years of experience teaching circus to young
people in the Canberra region, Warehouse Circus is one
of Australia's finest youth circus organisations.
With 20 years of experience teaching circus to young
people in the Canberra region, Warehouse Circus is one
of Australia's finest youth circus organisations.
Fun and Fitness
For ages 8 and up
Fun and Fitness
For ages 8 and up
Participants learn a range of different skills
including stilt walking, unicycling, Rolla bola, hula
hooping, juggling, diabolo, staff or plate spinning,
poi twirling and much more!
Participants learn a range of different skills including
stilt walking, unicycling, Rolla bola, hula hooping,
juggling, diabolo, staff or plate spinning, poi twirling
and much more!
Circus classes not only build strength and co-ordination,
but also increase confidence and expand social networks.
Students are also given an opportunity to perform what
they have learned at the Warehouse Circus Mid and End
of Year Shows.
Circus classes not only build strength and co-ordination,
but also increase confidence and expand social networks.
Students are also given an opportunity to perform what
they have learned at the Warehouse Circus Mid and End
of Year Shows.
Warehouse Circus is now running beginner classes for
participants aged 8 and up at the Belconnen Community
Centre Sports Hall. Classes will be held on Tuesdays
from 4pm – 5:30pm at a cost of $200 per term (subsidies
available upon application).
For , please contact Warehouse Circus:
Phone: (02) 6260 3626
Fax: (02) 6260 3959
Email: admin@warehousecircus.org.au
Warehouse Circus is now running beginner classes for
participants aged 8 and up at the Belconnen Community
Centre Sports Hall. Classes will be held on Tuesdays
from 4pm – 5:30pm at a cost of $200 per term (subsidies
available upon application).
For , please contact Warehouse Circus:
Phone: (02) 6260 3626
Fax: (02) 6260 3959
Email: admin@warehousecircus.org.au
Drum Up
Drum Up is an inclusive therapeutic Mental Health Program
that that welcomes community members. It promotes better
mental health and wellbeing through social interaction,
confidence building and musical skill development.
It involves musical games, warm ups and playing techniques
such as rhythms and improvisations. It takes place in
a relaxing studio in Civic.
Runs Wednesday’s from 1.30 to 3pm during school
term.
Please contact Kate or Tim on 6264-0232 to enroll.
Open Art Program, Belconnen Community Service
Pro wrestling displays
The Pro Wrestling Alliance is currently looking for
schools that may be interested in having PWA perform
live Pro Wrestling shows at your upcoming school festival
or community day in 2011. We have had much success in
2010 performing at St Thomas Primary School and Amaroo
School, and we have received positive feedback from
both parents and teachers and especially the students
by providing these shows.
The Pro Wrestling Alliance has been providing monthly
action packed pro wrestling to Canberra fans for over
four years. We pride ourselves on delivering the most
fast paced, high impact, and most fun wrestling shows
in the country, whilst doing so in a family friendly
environment. Our bigger shows have drawn more than 500
people on a number of occasions. PWA is locally owned
and run and provides entertainment for the whole ACT
community.
PWA would supply all the necessary requirements to
run these shows such as wrestling ring, sound and lighting
and all the necessary insurances. We would perform these
shows free of charge to the school, however would charge
a small fee of 2-3 dollars at the door for entry. The
money we make goes to the truck hire and general wrestling
ring maintenance. All we need is space to set up the
wrestling ring; schools in the past have allowed us
to set up in the school hall or gymnasium depending
on school layout. The shows usually run for 20 minutes
and we normally perform 4 times throughout the day.
If possible when organizing your next community day
or school festival, please keep PWA in mind as we provide
a very exciting and alternative form of entertainment.
I have also attached a short document outlining what
we do and how we provide a fun filled wrestling show
for the whole ACT community.
I look forward to hearing from you soon. If you have
any questions please feel free to contact myself on
0439 807 976 or email kane.broadrick@hotmail.com.
Liquid Gallery
Liquid Gallery welcomes new and emerging artists
from all cultures and in all media.
ART PARTIES
Liquid Gallery is hosting “Art Parties”
in 2010 to showcase artists or groups in a contempory
way. We set up on friday afternoon in the 3 large downstairs
rooms for the weekend. It costs $200 which includes
wine and food at the friday night opening party which
runs from 7pm until late. The gallery is open for the
weekend for your other guests and the public to view
your works. We finish at 5pm sunday.
GALLERY SPACES
Liquid Gallery has 5 large rooms availiable for fortnightly
exhibitions in 2011. We charge $200 per week for the
3 ground floor spaces with an extra $180 per week if
you want the 2 large rooms upstairs as well. Each room
has approximately 20 square metres of floor space and
10 linear metres of wall space.
The upstairs area with two large rooms, is over 40
square metres of floor space altogether, suitable for
3D works and/or installations and has wall space of
over 20 linear metres, particularly suitable for a series
of large 2D works. The additional windows provide lots
of natural light and have great leafy views.
Downstairs is two even larger rooms, with natural light
and garden views and includes the smaller cute, staircase
room. This floor space is very suitable for 3D work
and installations. These rooms have access to an the
outdoor sculpture garden and large decks which feature
medium and large outdoor sculptures.
EXHIBITING
If you require one room only, you can exhibit as part
of a group show with a similar theme. Artists who work
in different mediums are encouraged to share a room
to fully utilise the gallery space, with 2D works on
the wall and 3D works on the floorspace. This shares
the cost of the room. Exhibitions run for 2 weeks, with
openings on Friday or Saturday nights, or you can ring
us to discuss your specific needs or make an appointment
to visit.
SCULPTURE GARDEN
Liquid Gallery also represents sculpture artists on
an ongoing basis in the gardens. If you are interested
in this arrangement ring Lisa on (02) 6251 6256.
IWANTJA ARTS AND CRAFTS & RUBY TED
are represented permanently at Liquid Gallery.
COMMISSION
No commission is charged on the sale of the works in
the indoor exhibition spaces which have been paid for
at the weekly rate.
Sculpture Garden stock attracts a 40% commission, charged
when pieces sell. No weekly fee is charged.
If you are interested in being a part of Liquid Gallery,
please email your contact details and attach a brief
CV and 6 images of work similiar to those you will be
exhibiting. Send the proposal to lisa.kenny@liquidgallery.com.au.
You will receive a phone call to organise preferred
exhibition dates and special requirements or you can
email or ring me for . We are currently taking fortnightly
proposals for 2011 and Art Parties for 2010.
ADDRESS:
7 Clint Place Macquarie, ACT View Map
Gallery Viewing:
Currently by appointment only. Ph. (02) 6251 6256
CONTACT:
Lisa Kenny
Phone (02) 6251 6256
Email lisa.kenny@liquidgallery.com.au
Canberra 2030 “Time to Talk” report now
out
Check out the Time to Talk Canberra 2030 Outcomes Report!
The Outcomes Report from the Time to Talk Canberra 2030
consultation has been released. The Report is available
at the Belconnen Library and Canberra Connect Shopfronts
or you can view the Report online at www.canberra2030.org.au
If you would like a hard copy of the Report please
call 6207 6457 or email communicationsandengagement@act.gov.au
PAIN SUPPORT GROUP
Pain is an invisible epidemic. One in five of us have
persistent pain
at some stage in our lives. People often feel bewildered,
isolated or
stigmatised, or are just unaware of techniques which
they themselves can
use to help manage pain.
A support group may start if people are interested.
It would work
closely with Arthritis ACT and the Chronic Conditions
Alliance. It
would also link with the Australian Pain Management
Association (see
website).
The group could enable participants to:
* Talk freely about experiences and feelings in a safe,
non-judgemental
environment
* Hear from medical and other experts and learn pain
management
strategies
* Share helpful hints and practical tips
* Advocate for the interests of those with chronic pain
* Have access to disease and pain management information
* Receive and give encouragement and support to others
* Chat and make new friends.
If you would like , please contact Margaret McCulloch
on
02
62811036 or contact Arthritis ACT.
Ailsa Turrell
CPP Officer, Aged Care Assessment and Liaison Unit
ACT Health,
GPO Box 825,
Canberra ACT 2601
Tel: 02-6205-4794
Fax: 02-6205-1360
email: ACTHealthCPP@act.gov.au
THE LIFE DRAWING
WORKSHOP
Weekly Life Drawing
~ creativity and learning through drawing for oneself
~ this is our 26th year of continuous Workshops
Welcome to the The Life Drawing Workshop Group for
the first half of our 26th year.
We re-start on
THURSDAY
1.00 pm to 3.00 pm
ongoing from 9 FEBRUARY 2012
Please let me know if you are likely to join us either
in the first week or later?
I hope you can join us soon.
LOCATION
HOLY CROSS CHURCH
CORNER EASTERN VALLEY WAY and EMU BANK, BELCONNEN
The Church is next to MacDonald's. Parking is free.
Bring your own materials.
Please allow sufficient time to set-up, ready to draw
at 1.00 pm.
There is a scale of fees if you pay the upfront annual
registration fee of $15. Then the fee ranges from $12
to $15 per week. $12 is for a 6 week term.
Current Payment Options
Registration rate
1. 6 continuous weeks for $72 and $15 per annum registration
fee.
2. 5 continuous weeks for $65 and $15 per annum registration
fee.
3. 4 continuous weeks for $56 and $15 pa registration
fee.
4. $15 per day and $15 pa registration fee.
Non-Registration rate
5. $18 per day
Contact: Athina Pazolli ~ phone 6253 2002 or 0414
271 311
Email art@pazolli.com
Music Lessons available
Shane Spellman
1. Drum lessons all ages, all levels, all styles
Free 1/2 introductory lesson.
Rate $30 1/2. $50 full hour.
2. Trumpet lessons all ages, all levels, all styles
Free 1/2 introductory lesson.
Rate $30 1/2. $50 full hour.
3. Recording. Studio and engineer available.
Rate negotiable.
Ph: Shane 04 333 20 385
Location: North side
Salvation Army Belconnen website
The Salvation Army Has Launched a Local
Website for Belconnen residents
A church for you. A place to worship, not just a helping
hand. You matter to God even if you are unsure about
Him. You matter to Him, and you matter to us! In addition
to church services, The Salvation Army provides an extensive
range of recreational and support activities for all
age groups. Many are designed for families or single
adults, while others are specifically designed to appeal
to youth, children, or the elderly.
We look forward to meeting you on Sunday or at any of
our weekly programs.
A.C.T. GUARDIAN ANGELS
The Guardian Angels is a volunteer organisation committed
to the safety and well being of our community. Our mission
is to help prevent and deter violence and crime through
safety patrols, education, School Programs and community
service.
JOIN NOW AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE
GPO Box 1189
Canberra 2601
(02) 6253 4805
Free Training • Community Relations •
Street Patrols • Self-Defense • Youth Programs
• Conflict Resolution • Integrity •
Teamwork • Leadership • Empowerment
Postcode = 2614
Belconnen Arts Centre
Intricate drawings by Jenny Manning imaginatively
explore the hidden world of nature in Mycologia: the
secret life of fungi
17 February – 4 March 2012
Belconnen Arts Centre main Gallery
Mycology is concerned with the study of fungi, from
the familiar mushrooms and toadstools to the thousands
of invisible organisms only perceived through electron
microscopy. In Mycologia: the secret life of fungi,
Manning’s drawings imaginatively interpret magnified
images of fungi and slime moulds, where the filaments,
capillaries and spore heads are explored for their decorative
beauty; qualities which transcend the underlying toxicity
of many of the subject organisms.
These works are inspired by imagery that is invisible
to the human eye, often created electronically without
the use of light. Although the drawings are not botanical
or anatomical reproductions, the finished, abstracted
works have an imaginary link with the electronic image,
which is itself an abstraction.
“Coming from a background in three dimensional
weaving, I find the process of building these drawings,
creating the knotted and overlapping forms, developing
the shadows and illusions of depth, both meditative
and absorbing. I have deliberately excluded colour.
The tonal contrasts of black, white, grey and sepia
enable the exploration of texture and form while referencing
the colourless electron microscopic origins of the images,”
explains Manning.
“I have, since my studies in the 1980s, been
obsessed with wrapping, knotting, tangling and constructing
with rope, wool and other fibres. I created and made
drawings of three dimensional wrapped and knotted structures
during my sculpture degree and these forms have been
referred to in my practice ever since.”
Manning has both a Bachelor of Arts and Diploma of Fine
Art (Sculpture) degree from the Australian National
University (Canberra), and a Diploma of Education from
University of Canberra; for many she years taught in
various NSW and ACT schools. From 1985-2008 Manning
was an Educator with the National Gallery of Australia,
and Manager of Education at the NGA from 2007-2008.
Since her retirement from the NGA Manning has resumed
her art practice and exhibited extensively. She was
Artist In Residence at The Art Vault Gallery in Mildura
(VIC) and since 2010 has been a tutor of painting and
drawing at Sturt Summer School in Mittagong NSW.
Friday 17 February, 6pm: Exhibition to be opened by
by Alex Sloan, Morning show presenter 666 ABC Canberra
This is one of three exhibitions opening on Friday 17
February.
Sunday 26 February, 3pm: Meet the Artist: a free public
program at which Jenny Manning will give an illustrated
talk about the works in her exhibition.
Belconnen Arts Centre, 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen. Opening
Hours: 10:00am – 5:00pm Tuesday – Sunday.
For further information contact: Jacqueline Schultze,
Media Coordinator, 02 6173 3300.
Respected fibre artist Nancy
Tingey opens Belconnen Arts Centre’s 2012
exhibition program with multi-faceted
NeTlines, 21 January - 12 February 2012.
An overview of work by respected Canberra-based fibre
artist Nancy Tingey will open the Belconnen Arts Centre’s
2012 exhibition program. The work in this exhibition
covers a span of 9 years from 2003 to the present day,
and includes examples from several stages of the artist’s
development. Included are constructed textiles, installations,
charcoal drawings and wall pieces, as well as watermedia
(made in collaboration with English papermaker Jackie
Scammell).
“I am fascinated by the nature of fibre, what
it does when manipulated and what it represents. I like
the nature of the basic material to dictate the resulting
form. It is the antithesis of embellishment –
the medium has to become the work,” says Nancy.
Born in Bury, Lancashire, England, Tingey received
an MA (Contemporary Applied Art) with Distinction from
Cumbria Institute of the Arts, UK in 2004, The Museums
Diploma in Fine Art and Honours Degree in Fine Art (UK),
and in 1996 received a Churchill Fellowship. She has
exhibited extensively in Australia and overseas, and
participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions,
as well as international textile and fibre collaborations.
Travel between the homeland and her adopted country
of Australia is referenced in many of Tingey’s
works through the use of feathers, threadlines and net
works. The watermedia drawings, made in collaboration
with English papermaker Jackie Scammell, address the
concept of living on two sides and of being on the edge.
Charcoal drawings express Tingey’s melancholic
side, lines forming stabilising elements across dark
landscapes.
“I like to feel I'm reaching out with my work,
making connections with people and the environment,
respecting natural materials and exploring their characteristics,”
explains Tingey. In one work, recycled silk yarn was
spun by members of the Nepali Women Empowerment group
from shredded Indian saris.
Saturday 21 January, 3pm: Exhibition to be opened by
Avi Amesbury, Executive Director, Craft ACT, with music
performed by Genevieve Lacey, Australian recorder virtuoso.
Sunday 29 January, 3pm: Meet the Artist: a free public
program at which Tingey will give an illustrated talk
about the works in her exhibition.
Belconnen Arts Centre, 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen.
Opening Hours: 10:00am – 5:00pm Tuesday –
Sunday
For further information contact: Jacqueline Schultze,
Media Coordinator, 02 6173 3300.
What's on at BAC
From 1 February
This Week
LIVE @ BAC
Friday 3 February, then 2 March, 4 May, 1 June >
5:30–7:00pm
Cost: Donations to artists appreciated
Kick back with a friend and groove to local live original
acoustic sounds while enjoying panoramic views over
beautiful Lake Ginninderra with the launch of LIVE@BAC
sessions. Groupies grab a fellow friend or two and enjoy
an evening of good vibes, chilled out entertainment
and great times at the latest hotspot in Belconnen for
a smooth slide into the weekend. Kick-off with a glass
of bubbly, red or white wine, a beer or other refreshments
from the bar, and share a platter of freshly made dips
to whet the appetite.
Enjoy cool unplugged action from some of Canberra’s
hottest young musical talent, starting this month with
Mike Holberton, a local Canberran who writes and produces
music to inspire positivity and happiness. Preview Brodie
Heidtmann, a young up-and-coming rocker and member of
the band Signs and Symbols who counts The White Stripes,
Manchester Orchestra and Foo Fighters among his influences.
While you’re here check-out the intriguing artworks
on exhibition in ‘NetLines’ by local senior
artist Nancy Tingey in the Gallery and Foyer.
More Information or Apply to Perform
FIRST FRIDAY FUN & NEW FIRST SATURDAY FUN with
Marg Gordon
First Friday each month > 10:00–11:00am AND
NEW – First Saturday each month > 11:00am–12:00am
Sessions > 3 & 4 February, 2 & 3 March, 13
& 14 April, 4 & 5 May, 1 & 2 June
Cost > $16 per session, includes materials
Children will enjoy and explore an environment set
up for play with many different art materials and processes.
From these many options they can create their very own
masterpieces. You can also take away many ideas to repeat
or extend upon at home.
February Activities, with the story “If I Could
Paint The World”, include playdough, drawing with
textas and water wash, printing, painting at easels,
sticky paper designs and finally hanging creations!
Bookings highly recommended, and please bring suitable
clothes for making magnificent messes!
More Information
NeTlines — Nancy Tingey
This exhibition of recent works by local and highly
respected artist Nancy Tingey contains installations
and wall pieces investigating concepts relating to duality,
division, trapping and travel. Works incorporate constructed
textiles as well as watermedia (made in collaboration
with English papermaker Jackie Scammell) and charcoal
drawings.
Exhibition continues until Sunday 12 February
More Information
2012 JANUARY — JUNE PROGRAM OUT NOW
Happy New Year! Our new program of exciting exhibitions,
performances, classes, workshops and other surprises
is online now with a huge selection of events and activities
offering something for everyone – 2012 is going
to be another great year at Belconnen Arts Centre!
Download Now!
Coming Soon
WINDOW ON ART – new art program for over 55’s
Wednesday 8 February & every second Wednesday each
month > 10:30am–12:30pm
Cost > $10 per session
Take in a 30 minute Exhibition tour, a cuppa and conversation,
followed by a one hour practical workshop to put it
all into action! This is a new art program created for
over 55’s, interested and keen to develop their
knowledge and art-making skills. Inspiring professional
artists will lead you along a diverse and fascinating
art journey, starting with well-known local artist and
teacher Jo Hollier. All levels of experience welcome!
Belconnen Arts Centre is presenting this project with
the support of the Adult & Community Education grants
initiative of the ACT Government. Bookings essential.
More Information
SATURDAY SPACE - EXPLAWING DRAWING (7-12 years)
Saturday > 10:00am–12:00pm > Term > 11
February–31 March (8 weeks)
Cost > $220, includes materials
Look at the many and amazing aspects of drawing skills,
and then try out fun ways in which to use those skills
across other mediums — in collage, mono printing
on paper or fabric and three dimensional work. Bring
your imagination and we will go on this cool and creative
journey together. Almost booked out!!
More Information
2012 New Era Calendar — Ying Zhang
15 February–4 March > Foyer
Exhibition opening > Friday 17 February > 6:00pm
Meet the artist > Sunday 26 February > 2:00pm
A series of panels whimsically commenting on the effect
of consumerism on traditional Chinese culture, adapting
the traditional format of the Chinese New Year celebration
folk art to the calendar form. No longer does traditional
culture serve people’s needs. Has consumerism
instead replaced the people’s expectation of being
happy, wealthy, long lived and fertile?
More Information
Mycologia: The Secret Life of Fungi — Jenny Manning
17 February–4 March » Gallery
Exhibition opening > Friday 17 February > 6:00pm
Meet the artist > Sunday 26 February > 3:00pm
Mycology is the study of fungi, from the familiar mushrooms
and toadstools to the thousands of invisible organisms
only perceived through electron microscopy. Manning’s
drawings are imaginative interpretations of magnified
images of fungi and slime moulds, exploring them in
their decorative beauty - qualities which transcend
the underlying toxicity of many of the subjects.
More Information
DIY Interior Design with Catherine Henderson
Saturday 18 February > 10:00am–5:00pm
Cost > $350
Are you building, renovating or decorating and deciding
on all your exterior and interior colours and finishes?
Or perhaps you have always loved interior design and
would like to develop your skills further? Catherine
Henderson, an interior designer with fifteen years of
industry experience has developed this first exciting
DIY Interior Design Saturday workshop for you, containing
practical advice, colour illustrations, hands on exercises
and discussion. Don’t miss out on this unique
opportunity to up your skills.
More Information or call 02 6288 0237
TERM 1 CLASSES STARTING NOW
Art, Music, Dance, Chinese, Photography, Art, Interior
Design, Resin Jewellery Making, Lantern and Kite Making
Check the website for the starting dates of the many
and various inspiring classes starting soon at the Arts
Centre. Classes for Seniors, Juniors, and everyone in
between! Expand your horizons at your Arts Centre.
More Information
Opportunities
EXHIBITIONS PROGRAM 2013
EOIs are now being accepted for Gallery, Foyer, Arts
Lounge and Outdoor Gallery exhibitions to take place
in 2013.
More Information or phone 6173 3300
ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE 2012
Artists of all art-forms and creative mediums are invited
to apply to use studio or workshop space for development
and presentation of new work.
More Information or phone 6173 3300
9x7x7 – YOUNG ARTISTS OF ALL ART FORMS REQUIRED!
Friday 20 April > 6:00pm
As part of Youth Week, nine young creative makers and/or
groups will be invited to present their amazing current
work (in any art form), in seven minutes with seven
slides at this new event, on Friday 20 April at 6:00pm.
We want to inform and inspire our local community with
a set of short, awesome presentations and performances
by our local young artists. If you are a young artist
or group, interested in presenting your work, please
contact Philip Piggin. We would love to hear from you!
Deadline for submissions is Monday 19 March 2012.
WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATIONS – STALLHOLDERS INVITED!
Saturday 23 June > 3:00pm – 7:00pm
All artists interested to be considered as Stallholders
for this unique afternoon of winter solstice celebrations
at the Arts Centre should complete and return their
EOI by Monday 2 April.
In Brief
Spaces for hire – BAC is available for performances,
celebrations and functions, with small studios, meeting
space and a large light-filled foyer
Venues
Got an idea? – If you would like to develop a
partnership project, present a performance, or run a
class/workshop at BAC, let us know!
Community Arts
Belconnen Banterings – Profiling arts and cultural
events, activities in the Belconnen region. Got something
to include? Tell us!
Arts Newsletter
Sketch Club @ Belconnen Arts Centre
Every Thursday, 10:00am - 1:00pm, free, BYO materials
Adults Workshops
SUMMER 2012 SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
at Belconnen Arts Centre: where community and the arts
meet.
On Tuesday January 17 Michael Richards will teach the
whole family how to Paint the sky-make a kite! Kite
flying is not just for kids, it’s a great outing
for the whole family. Then add your own masterpiece
kite and the skill and thrill of kite flying takes on
a whole new meaning. Using a foolproof kite kit and
some time and colour, make your own masterpiece kite.
You can end up with your own art piece decorating the
sky. If you can bring your family and friends, you will
end up making your own kite festival or join one at
the Arts Centre later in June! Come along and learn
the art of kite flying and enjoy the fun of decorating
the sky.
On Wednesday January 18 master printmaker Jo Hollier
will teach everyone to push the boundaries to create
fabulous fun prints simply and safely. Make printable
plates using Styrofoam , and foam shapes mounted onto
foam core in Fantastical fun prints. Plates will be
printed using acrylic paints and waterbased inks. This
activity will give children of all ages (!) a chance
to experiment with simple and safe printmaking skills
to produce colourful designs which may be used as book
covers wrapping papers, cards or just gorgeous artworks
to hang on the wall.
Thursday January 19 Bob Jankowski will help kids (and
parents) transform their pushbikes into works of art
in Quirky wheels and rolling masterpieces. Using imagination,
a pushbike, a helmet, and favourite recyclables, kids
will create a moving artistic masterpiece! There will
be parade of the creations at the end of the workshop
with a grand finale photo shoot against a stunning lake
backdrop.
Friday January 20 Leila Ghaziaskar will guide kids
in discovering their inner artist in Draw a story. With
wondrous stories and colourful pencils, kids will create
their own special masterpiece to take home, and work
together to create a gigantic group masterpiece!
All workshops are from 10am-12pm, with a fee of $29
per child which includes materials; workshops are for
ages 5 years and up, adults are free (children uder
7 years must be accompanied by an adult). Bookings are
essential on 6173 3300 or email info@belconnenartscentre.com.au
. Registration forms also available from the website
http://www.belconnenartscentre.com.au/classes/schoolHolidays.html
Belconnen Arts Centre, 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen. Opening
Hours: 10:00am – 5:00pm Tuesday – Sunday.
For further information contact: Jacqueline Schultze,
Media Coordinator, 02 6173 3300.
Got an idea? – If your community group would like
to develop a partnership project, be involved in presenting
a performance, or running a regular class/workshop here,
please contact Belconnen Community Arts Officer Philip
Piggin to see how the Arts Centre might support you.
Contact Us
Belconnen Arts Centre, 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen.
Opening Hours: 10:00am – 5:00pm Tuesday –
Sunday
For further information contact: Jacqueline Schultze,
Media Coordinator, 02 6173 3300
Got an idea? – If your community group would like
to develop a partnership project, be involved in presenting
a performance, or running a regular class/workshop here,
please contact Belconnen Community Arts Officer Philip
Piggin to see how the Arts Centre might support you.
ALL ENQUIRIES, ENROLMENTS AND
BOOKINGS
Call 02 6173 3300, email info@belconnenartscentre.com.au
or visit www.belconnenartscentre.com.au
GALLERY HIRE 2012: Accepting Expressions of Interest
Applications due: 31 March
Belconnen Arts Centre is now accepting expressions of
interest for hiring of the Gallery, Outdoor Gallery
and Foyer Space for exhibitions in 2012.
PARKING AT BELCONNEN ARTS CENTRE
Beginning shortly, the Belconnen Arts Centre carpark
will become a free 2 hour timed and monitored area to
make parking more easily available for visitors and
class participants.
Sketch club
Every Thursday, 10:00 – 1:00pm
The newly formed Sketch Club will meet in the foyer
every Thursday. Morning tea is available at the Centre.
This group has been instigated to provide a relaxed
venue for artists wishing to simply spend time with
other creative souls and draw together.
Check out their website
for exhibitions and events
www.belconnenartscentre.com.au.
118 Emu Bank
Belconnen ACT 2617
Phone: (02) 6173 3300
Fax: (02) 6173 3301
Email: belconnenartscentre@gmail.com
If you are interested in hiring space, offering a creative
program or a special project, undertaking an exhibition,
presenting or performing or hosting an event in the
foyer or any of the other spaces, please email our team
or contact myself or Jen Collins, Project assistant
on 6205 2657.
If you are simply keen to stay in touch and/ or possibly
volunteer at the new Centre, we would also love to hear
from you.
Information on Belconnen Arts Centre
Details on Belconnen Arts Centre facilities
and hiring charges Click
here
Expressions of interest in Belconnen Arts Centre
Form Click
here
Conditions of hire Click
here
SCRIBBLERS Writing Group
Scribblers have met since 1999 at the Belconnen Community
Centre. Each gathering is about 2 hours in duration.
The group currently consists of 12 members.
Scribblers’ is self directed and produces two
anthologies a year on different aspects of writing.
Each week begins with a ten minute writing to a set
title. Then the pieces are read aloud. Following that
the homework is read aloud. Homework is to a given title
and is about 500 words. If we are work-shopping for
an anthology then comments are made using a pro forma
sheet. This aspect allows each writer to get constructive
feedback on their work. There might be topics of interest
or things found whilst researching. There might also
be writing tips.
There are limited vacancies to Scribblers
We meet in Meeting room 1 at Belconnen Community Centre
every Tuesday between February and December from 12:45
to about 2:45pm
Contacts:
Conni Smith (membership) 6248 8958 conni@tpg.com.au
Steve Grigor (facilitator) 0402992794 stevegrigor@gmail.com
Scribblers most recent anthology, “To Catch a
Dream”, coincided with the “Your Dream Party
Expect the Unexpected” the theme of the 2008 Belconnen
Community Festival. We are now up to anthology number
16. Anthology stories are up to 2500 words. 2009 is
our 10th anniversary and there will be a celebration
later in the year
So now it is up to you
SCRBBLERS 2009
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Belconnen Gallery
Awesome Exhibition
Alert!
Gallery@BCS Proudly supports new talent through the
ANU School of Art’s
Emerging Artist Support Scheme
‘Plucked Part 1 – Sculpture’
An exhibition by 2011 graduates: Bryn Jones, Roger Jillard,
Gina Chapman, and Elissa Lee
Opening Jan 24th 6pm
Exhibition from Jan 24rd – Feb 3rd
9:00-4:30pm Monday-Friday
Belconnen Community Centre
Swanson Court Belconnen
Enquiries: 62640232
gallery@bcs Presents the continuation of
Springboard
Exhibition Series with ‘Plucked’
parts 1 and 2
In partnership with the ANU School of Art’s Emerging
Artist Support Scheme (EASS), and the University of
Canberra’s Faculty of Arts and Design, the ‘Springboard’
series is a range of solo and group exhibitions to showcase
some of the freshest and finest local talent. In August
and September 2011 ‘Springboard’ showcased
artworks by 2010 ANU sculpture department graduates
Michael Ellis and Stephen Harrison, first year Design
students from the University of Canberra, and concluded
with the inspiring lithographs of our EASS Prize Winner,
Annika Romeyn, in ‘Drift’. To conclude the
series we have two group shows by artists hand ‘Plucked’
from the 2011 ANU School of Art graduation exhibition.
Feb 7th – 17th
‘Plucked Part 2 – Textiles’
Opening Feb 8th 6pm
An exhibition by 2011 graduates of the ANUSOA textiles
department: Louise Coxon and Sairi Yoshizawa
Last minute Exhibition Opportunity!!!
THREE WEEKS GALLERY HIRE FOR ONLY $275
We've just had someone pull out of a three week exhibition
slot From Feb 20th - March 9th. In order to fill it
we are offer our community group hire rate to anyone
who steps up to the plate... If you're interested please
email send a Facebook message to Ben Drysdale (or post
on my wall) as I will be on leave for two weeks as of
tomorrow and would like to sort it out while I'm gone.
CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP!!!! Feel free to repost
Calling All Visual Artists
The Belconnen Gallery is calling for Expressions of
Interest to exhibit in early 2012
The Belconnen Gallery presents a range of exhibitions
by artists of all backgrounds at all stages of development,
at extremely affordable hire rates, including solo and
group exhibitions ($125/w) as well as community and
charity groups ($75/w) with a $50 fee for after hours
openings. The Belconnen Gallery is committed to showcasing
a range of works that reflects the richness and diversity
of Belconnen and its links to Canberra, Australia and
the world. Our goal is excellence in the presentation
of the work. The Gallery is open 9:00am-4:30pm weekdays
and has well equipped lighting and hanging systems,
and is in a high traffic area of the Belconnen Community
Centre, with over 10,000 visitors annually.
If you are interested in exhibiting, please fill out
the Expression of Interest form upon reading the Conditions
of hire in the appendix and return to ben.drysdale@bcsact.com.au.
Feel free to contact our curator Ben Drysdale on 02
6264 0232 Wednesday afternoons between 1-5 pm or via
email should you have any other enquiries.
I am in the office on Wednesday afternoons from 1-5pm
for consultation either face to face, or by phone on
6164 0232
We’ve had a great program so far this year and
look forward to receiving your ideas for 2011.
EOI
Proposal form
Floor
plan
Belconnen Theatre
Belco Flicks III - OFFSPRING
Seeks short films for screening at Belconnen Theatre
Submit your film for consideration by Monday March 21
Screening 7:30pm Thursday March 31
Email: simone.penkethman@bcsact.com.au for an entry
form
Following the success of 2010’s Belco Flicks II
– Tropfest Dropouts, Belco Flicks is back. Belco
Flicks III - OFFSPRING will screen an all-new program
of locally made short films. Belconnen Theatre will
provide an even better cinema experience than ever thanks
to its new stellar sound system. Belco Flicks III –
OFFSPRING is on the eve of National Youth Week and is
part of Belconnen Community Service’s Youth Week
celebrations.
The Belco Flicks team seeks submissions of films of
less than 10 minutes duration to be considered for screening
at the event. Films should in some way reflect the OFFSPRING
theme. They may have been made by a young film maker,
explore parent/child relationships or relate to the
theme in a metaphorical way.
Submit your film on DVD with a completed entry form
to:
o In person: Reception at Belconnen Community Centre,
Swanson Court Belconnen
o Post: Belco Flicks C/-Simone Penkethman, Belconnen
Community Centre, PO Box 679 Belconnen ACT 2616.
BELCONNEN THEATRE:
Book now for 2012
What: 148 seat theatre with lighting,
sound, disabled seating, dressing rooms, curtains, and
other staging resources. Belconnen Theatre is easy to
work in, and technical support can be provided.
Where: Belconnen Community Centre,
Swanson Court, Belconnen. Belconnen Theatre has ample
parking and is a short walk to the Belconnen Mall and
the Canberra Labour Club.
For: Independent artists, community
groups and private organizations for theatre, dance
and musical performances, conferences, presentations
and seminars.
Prices: Belconnen Theatre is the cheapest
equipped theatre in Canberra (and probably Australia).
Prices for 2010 are currently being finalized and will
be in the vicinity of:
$150 per day for single day or short term bookings
$890 for a one week booking (7 days)
An additional $130 per day will be charged for any extra
days over one week
While Belconnen Theatre already carries many bookings
for 2010, there is still space available. February is
almost entirely free and other months have significant
blocks of time available. Please contact Simone Penkethman
or Melinda MacPherson at Belconnen Community Centre
for further information.
For more details about Belconnen Theatre’s facilities
go to www.bcsact.com.au
and click on Arts and Cultural.
For bookings contact BCS manager, Melinda McPhearson
Melinda.mcphearson@bcsact.com.au
62640232
Arts and Cultural Development Officer,Simone.penkethman@bcsact.com.au
62640235
Strathnairn Homestead Gallery
exhibitions
Strathnairn Arts Association Inc. is a not for profit
arts association supported by the ACT Government that
provides working spaces and facilities for a range of
artists and crafts people and community groups.
Strathnairn Homestead Gallery is set in a converted
1920s homestead on the north-western outskirts of Canberra.
Located 900 metres past the Magpies Belconnen Golf Club
turnoff, it's a facility which has been used by artists
for decades but still remains one of Canberra's best-kept
secrets.
Strathnairn Homestead Gallery
90 Stockdill Drive Holt
OpenFriday to Sunday: 10– 4.30pm
Café open 11 – 4pm
02 6254 2134
info@strathnairn.asn.au
www.strathnairn.asn.au
Southern Cross
Community Connect
Community Connect is all about letting you know what’s
happening in your community, providing you with information
on upcoming events and connecting you with local not-for-profit
organizations.
On the Community Connect website you browse through
hundreds of events on our online calendars, or if you're
associated with a not-for-profit organisation, you can
submit your event so that everyone across Australia
can find out about it simply and easily.
Finding Events
Finding events is as simple as selecting your State,
Region and prefered Station from the Home page.
Once selected, you will be taken to the 'My Location'
area and your preferences will be remembered for the
next time you visit.
You can then find events by viewing the Event Calendar,
Searching for Events or browsing the Latest Events List.
Submitting Events
Southern Cross Community Connect gives your organisation
a simple and easy way to promote your event 3 ways:
· On our online calendar
· On your local radion stations
· On Southern Cross Ten
and the best part is its FREE!
To be eligible for submission, all events must be conducted
by a not for profit organisation or be a fund raising
event with all profits being donated to a registered
charity.
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Computer recycling
Infoxchange Australia's computer refurbishment division,
Green PC, is currently seeking 15 and 17 inch LCD monitors
from businesses and the general community. The monitors
will be refurbished and used by low-income earning Green
PC customers who would otherwise have no access to this
technology. Green PC currently refurbishes and distributes
about 2000 computers each year.
Green PC staff will collect the monitors from your location
at no cost. In exchange, we can provide a donation thank
you letter and insert your business details on our website
at http://www.greenpc.com.au as a partner, informing
other organisations of the benefits of your business.
Your logo and a paragraph of your business details will
be used to promote your business if agreed to by the
donating partner.
If you or your business has a 15 or 17 inch LCD monitor
to donate, contact Green PC's Claudio Angelucci on 03
9418 7400 or info@greenpc.com.au. Donations can be accepted
at any time.
Hall Markets
The Hall Market is held on the first Sunday of every
month (except January) at the rural village of Hall,
just 14 kilometres north of Canberra has become a vital
fundraising activity for Hartley Lifecare.
Established in 1978 the Hall Market is one of Australia’s
largest markets attracting 300-400 stall-holders from
as far away as Victoria and Northern NSW specialising
in hand made, home grown produce.
The wonderful variety, quality and pricing of goods
makes the market a must for all those who enjoy markets
in a relaxed, rural atmosphere. Hartley Lifecare hold
the market with support from volunteers,Radford College,
Rotary and Lions Clubs, the Hall Emergency and Bush
Fire Brigade , ANZ Bank, Birralee Scouts and St John
Ambulance.
Revenue generated by the market is used to provide
quality residential care and community support to people
with physical and complex disabilities.
Items available include High Quality Craft, Timber
Products, Pottery, Leatherwork, Handknits, Pewter and
Silver Jewellery, Children's Toys, Honey, Jam, Chutney,
Vinegar, Cakes, Fruit & Vegies, Plants, Puppies,
Live Poultry, Entertainment for all ages, Food and Refreshments.
All items must be hand produced, grown or crafted by
the stall-holders. Come and stroll among the trees,
stay for lunch and enjoy the live entertainment.
The market is open from 10am to 3pm.
For further details contact the Hall Market Coordinator,
Rosalie Krause:
hallmarket@hartleylifecare.org.au
Phone: 02 6282 4411 or 02 6260 5555
Fax 02 6282 5444
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Fabric sale in the church hall
On the last Friday and Saturday of the month we hold
a huge fabric sale of garment fabric-both rolls an remnants.Remnants
sell at $2.50 per metre and rolls at $3 and $5 per metre.This
is excellent qualiy fabricand suitable for a host of
uses from home sewing to sewing for fairs,market stalls
gifts etc.You will be absolutely amazed at the bargain
prices.As well,we have patterns,laces,buttons.threads
and much more.Our fabric is sourced from manufacturers,cutting
rooms,design rooms etc and is some of the latest fabric
currently being used in garment production .The sale
is on 10am till 3pm and is held at Calvary Chapel United
Pentecostal Church Maclaurin Cres,CHIFLEY ACT
All profits go to Missions.
Open Mic Night at The Lighthouse
Open Mic Night at The Lighthouse. 8pm-midnight every
Thursday at The
Lighthouse, Emu Bank (on the lake), Belconnen. Singer-songwriters,
poets, theatre groups, comedians, bands and comedians
all welcome.
Drinks and tips for the performers. There will be at
least three slots
for performers who just turn up on the night, but to
guarantee yourself
a performance slot
contact Jim Sharrock on 0409 660 745
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ACT & Capital Region Film Industry
Directory
ScreenACT has made a short-form version of the ACT &
Capital Region
Industry Directory available online for the information
of visiting
productions and the local industry. The short form directory
can be
viewed at:
http://www.screenact.act.gov.au/filming/Industry_Directory_temp.html
Canberra Youth Theatre seeking talent
CYT is seeking expressions of interest from theatre
practitioners who
would like to work with the company. In particular we
are seeking
professional theatre makers, tutors, directors, designers
and performers
who are interested in and excited by working with young
people to make
theatre. CYT is also seeking expressions of interest
from production
personnel in the areas of production management, lighting
and sound
operation and stage management.
If you are interested please send an introduction letter
and current CV
to Artistic Director Pip Buining at pip@cytc.net or
post to PO Box 127
Civic Square ACT 2608
CANBERRA YOUTH THEATRE
Canberra Youth Theatre (CYT) was established in 1972
and is the longest established youth theatre in Australia.
CYT is a nationally recognised youth arts company which
creates and promotes theatre with young people
that is inspirational, enriching, collaborative and
innovative.
What do we do? CYT provides young people ages 7-25 with
the opportunity to explore, extend and develop their
creativity
through drama/ theatre workshops and productions. Young
people work with emerging and professional artists to
unleash their imaginations in order to create exciting,
fun and challenging theatre.
Contact Details:
Ph: 6248 5057
us@cytc.net
www.cytc.net
CYT Drink Bottles
Feeling thirsty? Now you need never be caught without
a drink with one of CYT’s stylish and practical
red drink bottles. They have a hygienic rubber tip,
stylish shape, and promote a healthy message on the
sides. Perfect to keep you hydrated at CYT workshops,
CYT drink bottles are only $2, and all proceeds go towards
CYT’s provision of pathways into theatre for young
people.
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Harold Mitchell Foundation
New opportunities for change are created by the Foundation
through
funding, advocacy and partnership initiatives. The Foundation
has
limited funds and not all applications can be funded.
Funding amounts
will be determined on a case by case basis. Contact
Email
info@haroldmitchellfoundation.com.au Website
www.haroldmitchellfoundation.com.au
Ongoing - No Closing Date
What's on is purged of outdated events every Monday
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