this month with these events

WHAT’S ON Discover events that are on, in and around the Garden City this February

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MS TOOWOOMBA SWIMATHON

WHEN: Saturday, February 15, from 6am to 6pm WHERE: Highfields Fitness & Recreation Centre, 9 Community Ct, Highfields WHAT: Fight MS by making a splash with this annual event. The MS Swimathon encourages people to form teams of at least six and participate in a 12-hour relay. The Swimathon is for anyone and everyone whether they swim freestyle, breaststroke, sidestroke, or even doggy paddle. It is all about getting involved, having fun and raising funds and awareness for people living with MS. This funding supports access to services including service coordination, physiotherapy, counselling and mindfulness. Entry costs from $20 to $75 and you can sign up at msswimathon.com.au GINA JEFFREYS BEAUTIFUL TANGLE TOUR

WHEN: Saturday, February 15, from 8pm WHERE: Empire Theatre, 56 Neil Street, Toowoomba City WHAT: After taking a 12 year break from recording and touring, Gina Jeffreys returns to centre stage with a stunning new album ‘Beautiful Tangle’ – a beautifully sung collection of exquisite songs, all co-written by Gina, all pages of her life. Gina will showcase many of her new songs as she explores a rollercoaster of emotions that will immediately connect with her legion of fans. But she will still dip into the past and perform her old fan favourites. Gina will be joined by special guests Rod McCormack and Max Jackson. Book your ticket online or at the box office for $59 adults, $55 concession, and $25 for children under 16 years.

Cabarlah Markets Last Sunday of every month* 7.30am to 12.30pm 9856 New England Highway, Cabarlah *December market is on the second Sunday www.cabarlah-markets.org.au Enjoy the country atmosphere at the

DRAG QUEEN BINGO EXTRAVAGANZA

WHEN: Saturday, February 15, from 8pm to 10pm WHERE: City Golf Club, 254 South St, South Toowoomba WHAT: The Toowoomba Hospital Foundation is raising funds for Triple M Darling Downs Give Me 5 For Kids appeal in a fun way this year. Enjoy some incredible bingo while being entertained by your fierce host, drag queen Dylicious Sweets. Give Me 5 for Kids supports and raises funds for local children’s hospital wards across regional Australia, with events held each June by local radio and TV networks. Tickets include a drink on arrival, cheese platter to share with your table, prizes, lucky draws and live bingo with the fabulous Dylicious Sweets. Book your ticket for $45 online at toowoombahospital foundation.org.au/event

TOOWOOMBA WEDDING EXPO

WHEN: Sunday, February 16, 10am to 3pm WHERE: Clive Berghofer Recreation Centre, 20 Baker St, Darling Heights WHAT: At Toowoomba’s newest wedding expo, you can meet a variety of top bridal experts, gather wedding event ideas, look at the latest trends and talk to as many exhibitors as possible. Find the perfect venue, celebrant, dress, photographer, florist, cake specialist and any other wedding industry professional you require, then watch fashion parades that showcase the latest in bridalwear. Tickets to this event are free, and there will even be some great competitions.

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THE BEATLES’ ABBEY ROAD LIVE

WHEN: Sunday, February 16, from 6.30pm WHERE: Empire Theatre, 56 Neil Street, Toowoomba City WHAT: Returning after sellout shows, this performance celebrates the 50th anniversary of Abbey Road with Australian musicians Kram, Mark Wilson, Davey Lane, Darren Middleton, and some special guests. Tickets cost from $61.90 to $142.20 and can be purchased from empiretheatre.com.au

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BOHO STONE EARRINGS WORKSHOP

WHEN: Friday, February 28, from 6pm to 7.30pm WHERE: Angie’s Coffee & Cake, 1/255 Herries St, Newtown WHAT: Learn how to make lovely earrings with jewellery maker Narelle. Tickets are $49 with all materials supplied, from website veritysoaps.store

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STANTHORPE APPLE AND GRAPE HARVEST FESTIVAL

WHEN: Friday, February 28, to Sunday, March 8 WHERE: Various locations around Stanthorpe WHAT: Celebrate the Granite Belt’s harvest and discover local food and wine, see the grand parade, cheer on the celebrity grape crushing championship, enjoy Apple Day or Grape Day, or relax at the Italian Long Lunch. For more information, visit appleandgrape.org

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toowoomba Fun fortheWholeFamily!

Every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month 8am – 1pm Free kids activities, market stalls and a great range of food. 7123848aa Mill Street Precinct, 269-291 Ruthven Street, Toowoomba Find us on Facebook for more info or email: themakersmarkettoowoomba@gmail.com

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Dressed in the spirit of the Outback, people gathered at the Toowoomba Showgrounds in January to enjoy Tom Curtain’s performance

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01:: Jacob Winter, Kristy Walters and Caitlin Agius. 02:: Jordan Fox (left) and Holly Schoff. 03:: Emmett, Tannyth, Trevor and Tayha Shackell. 04:: Bronte Gannon, Annabel Thompson, Molly Steedman and Jessica Lees. 05:: Denise Gothe and Ellie Natalier. 06:: Alice Purcell and Matthew Brockhurst. 07:: Natalie Kruger getting her hat signed by Tom Curtain.

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IT’S IN THE STARS

Romantic little Pisces, you do love to attract the arty types who are dreamers exactly like you. This is great as you’ll be able to have fun together dreaming up grand plans for your future. February is a brilliant month for achieving fantasies so aim high; you will be sure to achieve greatness. CANCER June 23rd - July 23rd You do like the bad boys., but maybe it is time you looked at potential new partners with a clear mind and not a muddled heart. Aries are fiery, so look for someone who gets your blood pressure racing, then sparks will fly. Just make sure they are on the same wavelength when it comes to commitment. LEO July 24th - Aug 23rd Bulls love to indulge in all things including food, love and drink. This is the time to ensure that your partner knows your favourite meals so they can spoil you rotten for the entire month. Cupid has his eye on you, so if you are attached it may be time to rekindle that flame by taking more notice of how your partner feels. VIRGO Aug 24th - Sept 24th Fitness is your goal now. New lifestyle choices are bringing positive changes in your psyche; you can feel the difference with more energy and passion. Embrace the new you who is positively glowing with health. It is all about paying it forward this month; one good deed deserves another. This will bring good karma into your life. SCORPIO Oct 24th - Nov 22nd Relationship issues during February are tricky ‒ some people never see the real you: a gorgeous, soft soul that likes nothing more than snuggling up to her partner. Professionally, this is the time when you need to put your big-girl panties on and make a statement that will shock some people. Work will require you to be diplomatic. LIBRA Sept 25th - Oct 23d Love might keep you hanging on the telephone, but they are so worth it. Think tall, tanned and gorgeous with impeccable taste and panache; a swagger in their step that even Hollywood heart-throbs would dream of. Maybe it is time you settled down, beginning a new chapter in your life. Celebrate with a romantic dinner for two. SAGITTARIUS Nov 23rd - Dec 21st You love to love. If buying a Valentine’s Day present for a Leo, think sparkly and silver ‒ they are attracted to shiny things like a cat to a bauble on a Christmas tree. The art is in the chase; don’t be too forward as they like to do some of the chasing themselves. CAPRICORN Dec 22nd - Jan 20th New relationships in your life are now starting to make sense and will bring you closer to finding true love. Business is the topic where you need your smarts. If working in a demanding job, then go for personal gain as it will bring promotion and great rapport with people in your workplace. Enjoy all this month has to offer. AQUARIUS Jan 21st - Feb 19th ALibran’s analytical mind can work out what is happening in their world quicker than lightning. Sharp focus will be needed this month as you begin another year in the spotlight. Don’t worry though: the right people are watching, and it could bring forth a great new career ‒ boosting your profile to places you never dreamed of. PISCES Feb 20th - Mar 20th If you feel that love has finally found you out, then you would be right. Life is gorgeous at present with so much contentment that you are starting to resemble a certain Cheshire cat. You may have to try to work out a new schedule when it comes to shopping for that special night out. Go for loads of diamonds and sheer class. ARIES Mar 21st - Apr 20th It is a battle royale in your love life at present. Should you change tactics and launch into a romantic liaison? Or should you wait and see what happens if you bide your time and save your energy for hedonistic pleasures? It is your choice; choose wisely. TAURUS Apr 21st - May 21st What a complicated love life you have, Gemini. You have two loves: one is family, the other is your secret desire which you share with no one ‒ your job. However, you will be a hero at home if you do something romantic during February. GEMINI May 22nd - June 22nd

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