Swap Meet, Jazz, Swing and Footy: What's on in the Hinterland
Soon you can enjoy an afternoon showcasing iconic Australian jazz artist, Monica Trapaga – a Weaver of Stories, a Swinger of Songs. Monica, pictured, is a passionate artist and performer. She has a contagious energy and wit. In this wonderfully entertaining afternoon Monica is accompanied by some of her favourite musicians - Todd Hardy (trumpet), Steve Russell, (piano), Helen Russell (bass) and Dave Sanders (drums). In an intimate afternoon of popular jazz music Monica will share her favourite tunes and tales of a life well lived. Maleny Community Centre 6 August. Tickets: www.malenyartscouncil.com.
Until July 22: The Lind Theatre is excited to present an intriguing drama ‘The Thrill of Love’ by Amanda Whittington. Bookings: lindlane.com.au/whats-on. Phone 1300 732 764.
Until July 30: ‘Wild Flowers of the Botanic Gardens’ photographic exhibition at Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens, Arts & Ecology Centre. Free entry, daily 10am-2pm.
July 20-23: Mary Valley Art Festival at the Imbil Public Hall, Edward Street, Imbil.
July 22: Rugby League, SCGRL Round 14 at 6pm, Nambour A Grade Men v Maroochydore A Grade Men at Crusher Park.
July 22 (9am): “Come and Try Croquet” at Nambour Croquet Club, Coronation Drive. Equipment provided. Contact Patrick at 5472 7287 or berpat@bigpond.com.
July 22: Genealogy Sunshine Coast workshops on Roots Magic 9 (9.30am-12pm) & Trove (1-3.30pm) at $8/session or $15 for both. Contact 5329 2315 to book.
July 22: FQPL3 Football, Nambour-Yandina United v Woombye at Woombye at 6pm.
July 15-23: ‘Amazing Fungi’ exhibition in the Theatrette at Mary Cairncross Reserve. www.facebook.com/malenyprintmakers.
July 22: Mapleton Country Market 8am to 12pm at the Mapleton School 24 Flaxton Drive Mapleton.
July 23: Sunshine Coast Stadium celebration of the life of popular league player Benjamin Hunter, 16.
July 23: 18-Piece Big Band Concert by the Scream Jazz Orchestra at Palmwoods Memorial Hall from 2pm. Info: screambigband@gmail.com or 0434 675 529.
July 23: Step Out For Parkinson’s at University Sunshine Coast Sports Track to raise awareness and crucial funds. Contact barbs@parkinsonsalive.com.au for info.
July 26: Outspoken presents Anna Funder in Conversation Maleny Community Centre, 6 for 6.30pm. Tickets $25 and $18 students, www.outspokenmaleny.com.
The annual Nambour Swap Meet will be held on Saturday, July 29, from 6am to noon, on the Nambour Showgrounds at 80 Coronation Avenue. This event is brought to you by the Sunshine Coast Antique Car Club See our Swap Meet link on our website: scacc.org.au for further details or phone 0472 596 973. Swap site holders are welcome to access the Showgrounds from midday on Friday 28th July through until 5am on Saturday, July 29. There will be a range of food and coffee vendors on site so people may ‘charge their batteries’ during the morning. The main entrance to the Nambour Showgrounds and the Crusher Park Drive or Bli Bli gates will open to the public at 6am. Entry remains at $5 per person and $5 per vehicle for on-site parking.
July 28: Nambour Forecourt Event, in the forecourt, Fred De Vere Building, Currie Street Nambour.
July 28: Exhibition Opening Event 6pm to 8pm featuring new works by popular artists - Beatrice Prost, Prudence Coburn, Vit Martinek, Ellen Terrell, Dennis Forshaw and Anna Howard. Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre, 11A Maple Street.
July 28 to August 6: The Curated Plate features more than 100 events from over 300 local producers and suppliers and unites 52 local businesses and event organisers and be run across 10 delicious days.
July 29: Nambour RSL Sub Branch will honour the 70th Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice from 11am at Quota Memorial Park. All welcome.
July 29: Australian Football Hinterland Blues QFA Div 1 Seniors v Caloundra QFA Div 1 Seniors 2pm at Palmwoods G Rae Oval, Jubilee Drive, Palmwoods.
July 29: Football FQPL Woombye Snakes v Gympie United at Gympie, 6pm.
July 29: The Nambour Swap 6am - 1pm, at Nambour Showgrounds. Entry: $5 per person, Parking $5 per vehicle. Cash only on entry. Casual sites available - contact scaccsecretary@gmail.com.
July 29: Rugby League, SCGRL Round 15 at 6pm, Beerwah A Grade Men v Nambour A Grade Men at Beerwah Sportsground.
July 29: Live music at Maleny RSL. Kelly Cork, Golden Guitar legend Kevin Bennett and his band The Flood, along with local favourite “Richo” Richardson. Meals and bar from 6pm, entertainment at 7pm. Tickets via Oztix.
July 30: Wuthering Heights of Mapleton - Red Dress Day, music, dance, and fundraising! Wear your red dress and follow the festivities. Food stalls and refreshments available. Contact wutheringheightsofmapleton@gmail.com for more info.
July 30: ‘Wild Flowers of the Botanic Gardens’ Exhibition at Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens. Free admission at Arts & Ecology Centre, Palm Creek Road, Tanawha, 10am-2pm. Donations appreciated. Contact: FriendsofMRBBG@gmail.com.
Oriana presents ‘Beneath the Southern Cross’. Two concerts … From Georgie Girl to You’re the Voice, acclaimed Sunshine Coast ensemble, Oriana Choir, will present a celebration of Australian music from across the decades. Concerts are at 2pm on Sunday, August 13 at the Trinity Centre, St Rita’s College, Clayfield and at 2pm on Sunday, August 20 at Stella Maris Catholic Primary School, Maroochydore. Beneath the Southern Cross will be conducted by renowned Queensland Musical Director Paul Holley, and accompanied by Annabelle Clucas and the Oriana Band. For more details and to book your seats for either concert visit oriana.org.au.