What’s On: Lane Cove AUGUST LANE COVE PLAZA
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First Fridays: Jeans for Genes Day Friday 3 August, 3:30pm - 5:00pm. A free recycled denim workshop for kids.
All events are free. Call 9911 3634 to book.
Lane Cove Festival Launch: Friday 10 August, 3:30pm 6:00pm Expect an afternoon of fun and excitement featuring a dynamic live performance by Lolo Lovina on her Gypsy Caravan stage, creative workshops, face painting and loads of exciting kids activities! After the launch, head over to Gallery Lane Cove from 6:00pm for the Lane Cove Art Award. Saturday Sounds: Antoine Saturday 11 August, 10:00am 12:00pm. Community Concert Series: Lane Cove Concert Band Saturday 25 August, 10:00am - 12:00pm Coffee Carnevale: Saturday 1 September, 9:00am 3:00pm. Details: www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/carnevale SUSTAINABILITY Repair Cafe - Fix it on Father’s Day Sunday 2 September, 2:00pm - 4:00pm, Living and Learning Centre, 180 Longueville Road. Come and learn how to get Dad’s beloved items working again. No bookings required. BUSHCARE EVENTS Event bookings: www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au/bushcareevents Weed and Native Plant Identification: Saturday 25 August, 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Pick up tips to distinguish between common weeds and their native look-alikes at this practical workshop. Growing Native Wildflowers: Saturday 1 September, 9:00am - 12:00pm. Celebrate spring by learning to grow some of Lane Cove’s most beautiful wildflowers from cuttings. Apply your new skills at home to grow Grevillea and other flowering shrubs for your garden. Threatened Species Day Guided Walk: Friday 7 September, 9:30am – 11:00am.
Nature Games – Celebrating National Science Week: Wednesday 15 August, 4:00pm – 5:00pm. Get to know your local bush, animals, their homes and how to protect them, so you can be a game changer for nature! Author Talk - The Bulldog Track by Peter Phelps: Thursday 16 August, 6:15pm – 7:30pm. This is the story of Tom Phelps and the ‘other Kokoda Track’, a story that has never been told. Seventy-five years later, Tom’s grandson, award-winning actor and writer Peter Phelps, is sharing the unforgettable tale of resilience and survival. History Talk – Monash at The Battle of Hamel: Tuesday 21 August, 6:15pm – 8:00pm. Hear Robert Muscat, Council member for the Military History Society of NSW and member of the Australian Army Reserve discuss the significance of Hamel and the role of John Monash. Author Talk – Fathers & Daughters by Madonna King: Wednesday 29 August, 6:15pm – 7.30pm. The bestselling author of BEING 14 now tackles the complicated father/ daughter relationship. Thursday Tunes – A Celebration of the Musical: Thursday 30 August, 10:30am – 12:00pm. Local musician Graham Ball will discuss the mainstream musical stages of the western world, from the 18th Century to the present day.
Volunteer Expo Do you want to volunteer but don’t know where to start? Hear from local community organisations such as Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios; Lane Cove Football Club; Sydney Community Services; Sydney Wildlife Rescue; and Council’s Bushcare Team. There is also a chance to hear from the Centre for Volunteering and to mingle with volunteer organisations after the presentations. Monday 27 August, 6:30pm - 8:00pm, Lane Cove Library RSVP: 9911 3591 or email sanil@lanecove.nsw.gov.au
For more details on these events visit www.lanecove.nsw.gov.au or call Lane Cove Council on 9911 3555. 30 TVO AUGUST 2018 Whats On Council TVO Events_August.indd 1
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