Please note: While there are many events on in our region, cancellations, venue and time changes due to COVID-19 might occur.
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SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
CIRCUS FUN
Discover the science behind circus with this family fun, school holiday event.
Join in with your friends and the Discovery team while learning the art behind circus tricks and death defying acts.
Book online here and pay at the door.
There will be two sessions a day, one at 10am and one at 1pm.
Where: Discovery Centre, Railway Place, Bendigo.
When: Until Friday, January 29.
EXHIBITIONS
TABLE MATTERS
Ceramists Sharon Alpren, Cassie Hansen and Emma Jimson have come together to showcase their exhibition Table Matters.
This exhibition celebrates the art of dining and features a floral installation from Libertine Florists.
For further information, click here.
Where: Living Arts Space, Pall Mall, Bendigo.
When: Until January 31, 9am to 4pm.
PIINPI: CONTEMPORARY INDIGENOUS FASHION
Piinpi: Contemporary Indigenous Fashion is an exhibition showcasing garments and textiles by First Nations artists from all across Australia.
This exhibition celebrates Indigenous art, history and culture through fashion.
This exhibition will feature art fashion by Grace Lillian-Lee, Babbarra Women's Centre, Marree Clarke, Hopevale Arts and Cultural centre and many more.
Free exhibition but due to COVID-19, bookings are a must. Click here to book.
For more information, email: bendigoartgallery@bendigo.vic.gov.au or phone: 03 5434 6088.
Where: Bendigo Art Gallery, View Street, Bendigo.
When: Until Sunday, January 17, 10am to 5pm.
MARKETS
PRODUCE SWAP
The Sustainable Malmsbury Village Farmers Market is proud to co-host the monthly community produce swaps at Malmsbury Village Farmers' Market.
The stall will be available for you to swap your excess fruit, vegetables, seeds, flowers, preserves and much more.
COVID-19 safe regulations are in place with locally-made hand sanitiser available for use.
Please maintain social distancing.
Where: Malmsbury Village Green, Mollison Street, Malmsbury.
When: Sunday, December 20, 9am to 1pm.
LIONS MARKET
Enjoy your Sunday out in Woodend with their Lions Club Sunday market.
This event has a country, community atmosphere and will feature stalls with plants, craft items, unique wares, produce, bric-a-brac and food.
Where: Corner Forest and High Street, Woodend.
When: Sunday, December 20, 9am to 2pm.
COUNTRY MARKET
The Inglewood Lions Bridgewater Market is a friendly, community focused, country market that has various affordable sites along the main street of Bridgewater.
There will be something for everyone and lots of Christmas goodies.
For further information about booking a stall, please email: lionsclubinglewood3517@gmail.com or phone 0472 539 874.
Where: 10 Main Street, Bridgewater.
When: Saturday, December 19, 9am to 2pm.
FARMERS MARKET
Catch up with the Castlemaine community at this local weekly farmers market.
See the freshest produce, meats, cheeses, cakes, jams, preserves, chocolates, wines and much more, all in one place.
COVID-19 safe measures are in place with hand sanitiser at entry points.
For further information, click here.
Where: Western Reserve on Forest Street (opposite IGA carpark and Castlemaine Market Building), Castlemaine.
When: Wednesday, December 23, 2.30pm - 5.30pm.
TALBOT FARMERS
The Talbot Farmers Market committee is excited to announce that their monthly market will be returning just in time for Christmas.
This market features real livestock, fresh produce, farmers and a community spirit.
80 regional stalls will line the streets of the tiny town, with something for everyone to enjoy.
There will be live music, a barrow raffle, artisian stalls, lots to eat and drink and much more.
COVID-19 social distancing measures are in place.
For further details, click here or phone 5463 2001.
Where: The town of Talbot.
When: Third Sunday of every month, December 20, 9am to 1pm.
OTHER EVENTS
DECEMBER MEET
Hosted by the Trans and Gender Diverse Bendigo and Beyond group, this will be the last catch up for 2020.
This is a chance to get together with like-minded people and celebrate the Christmas months.
Drinks and food will be available from vans or welcome to bring your own.
For further information, click here.
Where: Lake Weeroona, Napier Street, Bendigo.
When: Sunday, December 20, 1pm to 3pm.
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