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Montreal Goldfield Family Day 2nd January NPWS Discovery Program 5th - 21st January Sculpture Bermagui 6th - 14th March

Four Winds Easter Festival 2nd - 4th April

MONTREAL GOLDFIELD FAMILY DAY 2nd January, Montreal Goldfield, Bermagui This January, Montreal Goldfield's Discovery Day is offering something to stir the imagination of kids living on or visiting the Far South Coast. Take a guided tour and a walk through the beautiful bushland that's thriving with all the rain. Hear the Montreal Story, and solve the Bermagui Mystery. Enjoy the feeling of life in the 1880s; write out a Miners Licence with a pen and ink; learn how to pan for gold and other fun activities to suit all ages. The Montreal Goldfield is in Australia's only goldfield that extends into the sea. Cost $5pp. Children under 5 years old admitted free. (All children must be accompanied by an adult). Open from 9am. The day’s activities will depend on COVID regulations, but please arrive at 2 hourly intervals until the last group arrives about 1pm. Details on page 34 or visit www.montrealgoldfield.org.au NPWS DISCOVERY PROGRAM 5th - 21st January, various locations This year's Discovery Program has a range of activities like kayaking on Bournda Lagoon, hearing the story of the Ly-ee Moon or learning about the whaling family who lived at Davidson Whaling Station. Explore the weedy waters' edge or discover the hidden treasure of mangroves with the kids. Discover the unique architecture and breathtaking views of Green Cape Light Station. Hear the amazing stories of survival on a guided tour with a National Park Discovery Ranger. Try an

Aboriginal Guided Tour, learn about the Border Fire or take a self-guided treasure hunt. To book call National Parks Merimbula on 02 6495 5000, email Barbara.Allgaier@ environment.nsw.gov.au or visit nswparks.info/tours. More details on page 16.

MONDAY MORNING GROUP EXHIBITION 15th January - 4th February, Spiral Gallery, Bega The Monday Morning group are a collective of local artists, who are all members of the Bega Art and Craft Society. As the natural world at present struggles as we do to adapt to the changing and evolving environment, we have drawn our inspiration for this show from the diversity and wonders of the animal and insect world. Our group work in a variety of media that includes oil painting, watercolour, acrylic painting, pastel, ceramics, drawing, basketwork and dyed fabrics. Find more info on page 21 SCULPTURE BERMAGUI 6th - 14th March, Bermagui In 2020, Sculpture Bermagui were very lucky to hold their event before COVID restrictions took hold,making the event all the more special. A record number of sterling entries were displayed, despite many exhibitors being affected by fires and floods. Sculpture Bermagui 2021 is again presenting thoughtprovoking, exquisite pieces both large and small, with many entries received. The optional theme for the exhibition is ‘On the Other Side’; no doubt there will be some interesting and diverse interpretations of this idea. This year, the indoor sculptures will be housed in the Surf Club on Horseshoe Bay. This venue, with it’s stunning outlook towards mother Gulaga, is a remarkable site. The Indoor and Outdoor sculptures will be arranged around the 'U' of Horseshoe Bay, providing a seamless flow of all exhibits and enhancing the overall viewing experience. Read more on page 33 or visit sculpturebermagui.org.au FOUR WINDS EASTER FESTIVAL 2nd - 4th April, Four Winds 2021 marks the Festival's 21st birthday, and new Easter Festival Creative Director, Lindy Hume, is creating a program that will explore and honour our rich local musical talent and our Indigenous culture. Some of Australia’s premier musicians, composers and performers will be taking to the stage of the Sound Shell. Free events, evening events, local musicians and artists, Indigenous song and language, fabulous food and a glorious location; it will be a festival for the senses. Enjoy our legendary hospitality, bring your own picnic, your chair, or just lean back on your elbows and surrender to the open-air delights of the Sound Shell, and the spectacular acoustic of the Windsong Pavilion. Follow our festival plans and year-round program on our social platforms and website. Head to page 35 for more information, or go to www.fourwinds.com.au