Eumundi Voice Issue 114, 3 April 2025

WHAT’S ON?

Full Moon Dance

Dance the night away at the next Full Moon Dance at Verrierdale Hall on 12 April, with doors opening at 7pm.

Nicky Bomba and Friends headline the music, supported by Andy V, Kurilpa Reach and Funkatu. Tickets are available from Oztix and Berkelouw Books in Eumundi. Visit: FB Full Moon Dance Verrierdale.

Writers Festival

Following the success of its inaugural year in 2024, the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Writers Festival returns from 3-5 May, with the theme –Connecting Hearts, Minds and Nature through the Power of Words. The festival is for both writers and readers.

The main program will be held at the Maleny Showgrounds with other events also scheduled for Montville, Mapleton and Nambour. Participating authors include Rachael Johns, Josephine Moon, Fleur McDonald and Ian Lowe AO. The program will include catered events, a selection of workshops and free activities. Visit: schwritersfestival.com.au.

Belli Community Hall dances

Old time country dances with a live band are held at the Belli Community Hall on the third Saturday of each month. For your diaries the next dance is 19 April, followed by 17 May, 21 June, 19 July, 16 August, 20 September, 18 October, 15 November and 20 December. Camping in tents or vans onsite is welcomed. Call Julie on 0428 824 115.

Cinema on the Roof returns

Cinema on the rooftop of the Cooroy Library returns on 12 April. Bring your family, a blanket and picnic and enjoy the movie Paddington in Peru. Soft drinks and popcorn are available to purchase. The movie runs from 6.15-8.15pm at 9 Maple St, Cooroy. No bookings are required but it is best to get there before dark to find a spot on the lawn. Visit: cooroyfuturegroup.com.au.

Kenilworth ArtsFest 2025

The 27th annual Kenilworth ArtsFest takes place from 23-25 May in the Kenilworth Hall, celebrating talent from across the region. Apart from cancellations due to Covid, Kenilworth Arts Council (KAC) has held an arts competition and exhibition every year since the first in 1997, making the Kenilworth ArtsFest the longest running arts competition on the Sunshine Coast.

The Kenilworth Art Award offers a grand prize of $5,000, with more prizes for additional categories including a People’s Choice Award.

A Children’s Art and Poetry Competition have been added to the program around the theme of gratitude.

Entries close on 7 May and winners will be announced at the Gala Opening on 23 May, with the exhibition open over the following 2 days. Organisers encourage artists to, “Have a go in 2025. Be bold!” Visit: kenilwortharts.org.au.