This week is set to be a busy one in central Victoria.
Check out our great list of events for you to include in your diary.
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FATHER'S DAY
RUN FOR DAD
Run for your dad this Father's Day and fundraise for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia and Bendigo Community Health Service's men's health clinic.
The Father's Day Fun Run is designed to not only raise funds for these foundations but to raise your heart rate while having fun with your family.
Dress up as your favourite superhero and help fight cancer.
Register here and enjoy a day of costume, family and fitness.
The run will be followed by a free breakfast and entertainment provided by Eaglehawk Brass Band.
Where: Bendigo Racecourse, Strathdale-White Hills Road, Ascot.
When: Sunday, September 1, 10am to noon.
SHOW AND SHINE
If your dad likes all things vintage and vehicles then the Centre State Rodders annual Father's Day Show and Shine is for him.
The event includes all the favourite vehicles ranging from hot rods and street machines to vintage cars.
Centre State Rodders are a not-for-profit group who have been donating to various charities throughout their years.
Entry is a gold coin donation, show cars free entry. For more information, click here.
Where: Truscott Reserve, California Gully.
When: Sunday, September 1, 10am to 2pm.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
COUNTRY CLASSIC
See athletes and bodybuilding enthusiasts at the annual Pro League Australia Bendigo Country Classic
The show provides a platform for bodybuilders of all levels to display their hard work.
The event is suitable for beginners through to the elite, to participate in friendly competition or to just appreciate the human form.
For more information and tickets, click here.
Where: Ulumbarra Theatre, Park Road Car Park Access, Bendigo.
When: Saturday, August 31, 6pm to 9.30pm.
GALA DANCE
The Bendigo Ballroom Dance Club invites all to an evening of dance and fun.
The event will feature music by Ian Stewart, prizes, a raffle and a delicious supper.
All are welcome to the event.
$10 admission.
For more information, phone Mhairi on 0429 705 080 or Lesley on 5442 1815.
Where: Spring Gully Hall, Spring Gully Road, Bendigo.
When: Thursday, September 5, from 7.30pm to 11pm.
WOW FOR WOMEN
The Inglewood and Districts Health Service warmly welcomes you to the Women's Health Week WOW Night.
This event is a fun, formal evening and a chance for you to put on your best dress and enjoy a women's function.
The event includes finger food, drinks, a fashion parade and presentation from guest speaker Nelly Thomas.
Nelly Thomas, an award-winning performer described as one of Australia's most natural comedians, writes a column called Nelly Navigates, where she kick-starts colourful, educational conversations about women's health issues.
Tickets are $40. Students in year 9 and above, accompanied by an adult, are welcome to attend the event. $10 a student.
Tickets available by calling Cindy Gould on 0429 043 838 or emailing: cgould@idhs.vic.gov.au.
Bookings essential.
Where: Wedderburn Mechanics Hall, High Street, Wedderburn.
When: Wednesday, September 4, from 6pm.
PLAY SESSION
Enjoy a playgroup session with your family this weekend in Echuca.
Playgroup Victoria is celebrating its tour of country Victoria with a whirlwind musical adventure.
There will be lots of fun and games, with the topic of Respectful Relationships and Gender Equality being told through stories, songs and dances.
For more information, phone Nancylee Merzel on 0411 402 273.
Where: Echuca Library, 310 Hare Street, Echuca.
When: Saturday, August 31, from 10.30am.
AUTHOR'S VISIT
Award-winning Australian author Mark Brandi is visiting Echuca to speak about his latest book, The Rip.
Mark worked extensively in the justice system, before changing direction and deciding to write.
Originally from Italy, he grew up in rural Victoria and now lives in Melbourne.
Collins Booksellers will have books available for sale.
For Bookings phone 54812400 or via our homepage at www.campaspe.vic.gov.au/library
Where: Echuca Library, 310 Hare Street, Echuca.
When: Tuesday, September 3, from 7pm.
SATURDAY NIGHT DANCE
Head to a toe-tapping, fun evening with the Spring Gully Hall Committee.
This dancing event features great music by the Adrian Holmes Trio dance band, a good program, and delicious home-cooked supper.
Raffle and prizes. Admission $9. Everyone welcome.
For more information contact Keith on 5444 2953.
Where: Spring Gully Hall, Spring Gully Road, Bendigo.
When: Saturday, August 31, 8pm to midnight.
BENDIGO ARTHRITIS CLUB
The Bendigo Arthritis Club will host an engaging meeting on Wednesday with a special guest speaker.
Special guest Danielle Bowles is from Butterfly Audiology and will be available to answer any questions.
The Bendigo Arthritis Club also conducts warm water exercises by experienced leaders at both the Anne Caudle - John Lindell Pool, and at the Scope Pool.
All are welcome. Enquiries to John 0417 513 841.
Where: Long Gully Community Centre, Havilah Road, Bendigo.
When: Wednesday, September 4, from 1.30pm.
FAIRS AND FESTIVALS
BENDIGO INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF EXPLORATOY MUSIC
The Bendigo International Festival of Exploratory Music brings the most innovative concert music from all over the world direct to Bendigo.
The festival appeared in the international music scene in September 2013, winning praise from around the world
With an emphasis on rarely performed long form works, the festival showcases musicianship and innovation in composition.
For the full program, click here or email: info@bifem.com.au
Where: View Street Arts Precinct, Bendigo.
When: Friday, September 6 - Sunday, September 8, various times.
BENDIGO ON THE HOP - SOLD OUT
This sold-out event is Australia's best and most unique beer festival, pairing the city's finest beer venues with independent breweries.
The event includes the chance to meet and talk to brewers, experience unique beers and be entertained by live music.
Whilst tickets for Bendigo on the Hop are currently sold out, you may be lucky to get one.
Where: Various venues, Bendigo.
When: Saturday, August 31, 11am to 6pm.
BENDIGO INVENTION + INNOVATION FESTIVAL
The second annual Bendigo Invention + Innovation Festival is set to feature a variety of talks, workshops and panel sessions.
The week-long festival originally grew from the Bendigo Inventor Awards, which will kick off the event on Monday.
The festival includes events that promote innovative approaches to business and Bendigo's reputation as an innovative city.
For more information on the festival, click here.
Where: Various locations in Bendigo.
When: Monday, September 2 to Sunday, September 8.
FILM FESTIVAL TRAVELLING SHOWCASE
Each year, the Melbourne International Film Festival presents the Travelling Showcase, which hits the road with a series of weekend programs across regional Victoria.
Join in the festival fun at the Star Cinema to watch give titles, Below, In My Blood It Runs, H is for Happiness, Measure for Measure and No Time for Quiet.
Tickets at regular Star Cinema ticket prices: Adults: $17, Star Cinema members: $15, concession/seniors/under 16: $12, family: $48.
Bookings can be made directly to Star Cinema on 5446 2025.
Where: Star Cinema, Peg Leg Road, Eaglehawk.
When: Friday and Saturday, August 30 and 31.
FLOWER SHOW
In its 125 year old history, the Kyneton Horticultural Society is once again hosting its annual spring flower show.
The show highlights a range of daffodils, hellebores, cut flowers, shrubs, pot plants, cacti, succulents, floral art, vegetables and a large children's section.
There will be plants for sale, grown by society members as well as potted bulbs, books, jellies and pickles, pots and gardenalia.
President Nicholas Scott encourages everyone of all ages to participate to show what you can grow.
The society has a downloadable entry for on their website.
The show also includes an afternoon tea, raffle and a free horticultural talk on Saturday.
For general enquiries, contact the show secretary Arnold Jenkins on 5422 6449 or 0407 844 220 or president Nicholas Scott on 0438 664 849.
Save the date: The Kyneton Horticultural Society will celebrate its 125th year with a jubilee picnic on Sunday, October 20. More information closer to the date.
Where: Watts Pavilion, Kyneton Showgrounds, Mollison Street, Kyneton.
When: Saturday, September 7, 1pm to 5pm and Sunday, September 8, 10am to 4pm.
EXHIBITIONS
WOMNJEKA
The Arnold Street Gallery is proud to present an exhibition showcasing works by Bendigo and Regional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
Curated by Aboriginal artist, Janet Bromley, Womnjeka means welcome in Kulin Nation language.
Artists featured in the exhibition are Ian Clark, Suze Radford, Paul Chapman, Georgina Risely, Peta Hudson and many more.
The exhibition includes several various events such as a circle weaving workshop, curator talk and artist talks.
For more information, see the gallery website here.
Where: Arnold Street Gallery, 189 Arnold Street, Bendigo.
When: Until Saturday, September 21, 2pm to 4pm.
BALENCIAGA: SHAPING FASHION
World-class couture has come back to town, with the Bendigo Art Gallery opening their newest exhibition, Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion this weekend.
This exhibition showcases the growth and works of designer Cristobel Balenciaga and his legacy of the modern designers he influenced.
The exhibition will feature contemporary designs by the house of Balenciaga, with video footage that shows historic garments morphing into modern interpretations.
For more information on the exhibition, the gallery and bookings, click here.
Where: Bendigo Art Gallery, View Street, Bendigo.
When: Until Sunday, November 10.
DESERT LINES
Desert Lines: Batik from Central Australia brings together about 60 selected works from the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria.
The works show the unique and distinct batik styles (a method of wax resist fabric printing) of five central desert communities: Ernabella (Pukatja), Fregon (Kaltjiti), Utopia, Yuendumu and Kintore (Walungurru).
This exhibition will showcase the batik work for women of the desert and it's importance. It will also show interconnected through ceremony, travel and much more.
Where: Bendigo Art Gallery, View Street, Bendigo.
When: Until Sunday, November 17.
MANY SUCH AS SHE
Museum curator, Kirsten McKay, is excited to be hosting this exhibition, Many Such As She, which profiles more than 15 biographies of women poets, alongside items from the military collection.
Central Victorian poet and critic Michael Sharkey began researching the poets' responses to the Great War many years ago, with an interest to find out why so little had been collected and why it was so long neglected.
Michael edited the collection of women's poetry for his recent publication, Many Such As She, after discovering some fascinating stories
For the exhibition, Kirsten has negotiated the loan of a suite of original poetry publications from the State Library of Victoria - Rare Books Department.
Admission: $6 adult, $5 concession, $4 student, $15 family.
For more information, phone 5442 4513.
Where: Soldiers Memorial Institute Military Museum, 37-39 Pall Mall, Bendigo.
When: Until Sunday, October 6, 10am-4pm.
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