Our 2011 Event Calendar incorporates events & happenings in Nambour & across
the Sunshine Coast, including sporting & community events, festivals, exhibitions, expos, music, theatre, the arts & more. While all care is taken to ensure event
information is as accurate as possible, no guarantees can be given. If in doubt, we advise you to make your own enquiries by contacting the event organisers direct.
Tue 2 Aug from 5.30pm Nambour Networking Evening Nambour Civic Centre The community as a whole, Retailers, Members, Non Members and Sporting and Community
groups are encouraged to come along and take an active part in this event.
It’s on again, you’re invited to join with Nambour Alliance and Nambour Retailers Group on Tuesday 2 August at 5.30pm for our second exciting interactive presentation at the Nambour Civic Centre.
After the resounding success of the first Networking Evening the Alliance Board have decided to host these events quarterly.
The agenda on August 2 will change to allow far greater audience interaction and feature three exciting initiatives:
The release of survey results.
A Strategic Action Plan and Town Vision, which draws its content from survey results and maps the future direction for our energies.
A presentation by Cr Lew Brennan, Chairman of Council’s Economic Development portfolio, outlining his ideas and thoughts for Nambour and the connection to a Nambour Town Vision.
Our whole future as a viable town hinges on all of us heading in one direction, with a common goal and a team mentality. Otherwise we face an uncertain economic and social
future.
Live Theatre! Wed 3, Thu 4, Fri 5, Sat 6 Aug at 7.30pm A Midsummer Nights Dream A comedy by William Shakespeare. Directed by Eileen Walder. Noosa Arts Theatre Inc. Weyba Rd, Noosaville MORE >>
Thu 4 Aug @ 8pm Sunshine Coast Blues Club Royal George Hotel Currie St Nambour 1st Thursday of the month Since the first meeting at the Royal George Hotel in Feb 06 , the Sunshine Coast Blues Club has provided members & visitors with a simple & successful
recipe. The regular audience is always there by 8pm to see the Blues Club “House Band” start the night with a set of blues favourites. Al Hensley (piano) & Bob Lee (double bass) enjoy the opportunity to present some
lesser known & seldom performed blues to a receptive audience. Al’s encyclopaedic knowledge of the blues, plus his willingness to share his knowledge, makes each performance an education for club members. The house band is
rounded out with Aaron Giffin on guitar, Joanne Lee on drums & Fabio Brecciaroli joining in on blues harp. The Nambour Blues Club has quietly established itself as a welcome event on the first Thursday of each month. The
combination of dependable quality music from the house band & the regular performers, plus the unexpected & surprising contributions from guest jammers, makes for a great night of Blues in Nambour.
Keep up with the latest local blues news here >> http://www.myspace.com/sunshinecoastbluesclub
Fri 5 Aug BACK TO NAMBOUR FESTIVAL 2011 A Free Family Fun Event Nambour Town Square (Lowe St) FREE Moonlight
Movies 6pm The Festival committee has announced a major change to this year’s Back to Nambour Festival formula; With Nambour High School celebrating its 75 anniversary over the same week-end, August 5th & 6th,
this years Nambour Festival will take on a far different appearance. For this year only, the Back to Nambour Festival, for 2011 will be a Friday night event, with the popular FREE Moonlight Movies at 6pm followed by a rollicking
jaunt down histories pages with the production ’Tom Petrie’s Dilemma’€? on the same night at the Civic Centre at 8pm.
Join us Friday August 5th, from 6pm around the heaters at The Nambour Town Square in Lowe St for a FREE family night, with food and fun stalls at the open air movies. Last year it was ‘Mama Mia’€?, this
time it’s ‘Bran Nue Dae’€?, for fun, fun, and fun.
Afterwards at 8pm, join everyone in the Nambour Cinema for something special; the presentation of ‘Tom Petrie’s Dilemma€?. (See Below for details) This musical show traces
Tom Petrie’s life journey, a journey of adventure and discovery, a journey in times long past but with special relevance today. Rediscover familiar names and places as his journey takes him along the Maroochy River into Petrie
Creek and up the Mooloolah River as a pioneering white explorer, then to return with a gang of Aboriginal timber-getters in search of cedar. This memorable production, with music by Dale Jones and script by Don Batchelor, is a
sensitive and accurate portrayal of the man and his times, using bold narration, orchestration and song to tell the story of ‘Tom Petrie’s Dilemma’€?. All on Friday, August 5th. Saturday, August 6th Nambour
State High’Schools 75th Ánniversary celebrations. For further enquiries email festivals@nambour.com
Fri 5 Aug ONE NIGHT ONLY ONE PERFORMANCE ONLY As Part of the Nambour Festival 2011 Tom Petrie’s Dilemma — A Pioneer’s Tale Nambour
Civic Centre - Theatre 7.45pm for 8pm Featuring Liz Buchanan, Wayne Hinton & The New Settlers Band Music: Dale Jones Script: Don Batchelor Proudly presented by DJ Productions in association with
Nambour Festivals
Come early and hear a pre-show talk by historian, Leith Barter: Our History — 70 years in 10 minutes (7.45pm - 7.55pm in the Theatre)
This story, older than Queensland itself, is a
revelation.
In ringing music and radiant yarns, it springs from the childhood memories of Tom Petrie, told in his twilight days, to his loving daughter Constance. It unfolds a unique personal record of the
whitefella-blackfella encounter right here where you live. And, in the telling, much of Tom's story becomes our story too. As you hear them celebrated - Maroochy and Mooloolah, Petrie and Pine River and a host of
those familiar places will be re-born in you. A local & historical experience this engaging, up-lifting and memorable performance should not be missed.
TICKETS: $35.50 Adults $29.50 Concessions $30.00 Groups 10+
PRODUCER’S MESSAGE: This production contains projected images, some of which may be of deceased members of the first people of this land.
Sat 6 Aug Nambour State High School celebrates its 75th Anniversary OPEN DAY from 9.30am Queensland’s oldest rural School Celebrates 75 years as a High School.
Nambour High School grew from Queensland’s first rural school and is now celebrating its 75th anniversary with an open day at the school on 6 August 2011.
Established in 1917, Nambour’s Rural School was the first in Queensland and later added a high school ‘top’€? in 1936. The school was then split into a primary school and the high school
in 1953.
Throughout its history Nambour High School has maintained an agriculture curriculum and continues to maintain a school farm. It also has a great academic record.
The school has educated numerous prominent figures. Former Australian Prime Minister was a dux of the school in 1974, while Treasurer Wayne Swan graduated in 1971.
The current State member for Maroochydore, Fiona Simpson, and former State member for Noosa, Ray Barber also attended the school. A few other notables from Nambour high include Olympic champion, Clint
Robinson, actresses Carole and Rainee Skinner and Mark Brinkley, Australian Ballet.
Former student and member of the steering committee for the anniversary, Ron Glanville remembers Nambour High in the late 1960’s and early 70’s as having a great atmosphere, as well as having great
teachers. “I think that the Sunshine Coast was always a popular location, so they could probably pick & choose from the available teaching talent€”?.
Ron urges any past students or teachers to come along to the celebration at the school on 6 August anytime from 9.30 am.
On the day there will be:
Historical displays
A roll call for years 1936 to 1939
Classroom displays
Souvenirs
Entertainment
Food stalls
Opportunities for class reunions & socialising
An evening function
A detailed program is posted on the NHS website
Genealogy Sunshine Coast in Nambour is producing a CD to mark 75 years since the school was established. The CD will be for sale at the school on 6 August and will contain
photographs, yearbooks and magazines, which will form a great digital archive for the history of the School. This archive is of particular significance to Sunshine Coast residents because, until the 1960s, the only high school on the
coast was in Nambour. Genealogy Sunshine Coast are keen to see any memorabilia or photos that you may have.
Fri 12 Aug Mamma’s Market Twilight Market 5pm to 9pm Sat 13 Aug Mamma’s Market Market Day 9am to 1pm Buderim War Memorial Hall Cnr Gloucester Rd & Main St
Buderim Mamma's Market is a boutique Market held regularly in the historic Buderim War Memorial Hall on the Sunshine Coast. Specialising in all things lovely for the home and family. Contact Amy 0409 421 100 or Vanessa 0438
875 664 stalls@mammasmarket.com
Fri 12 Aug Nambour Blue Light Disco Hungerford Hall Nambour High
School Carroll St Nambour Doors open 6.30pm Disco finishes at 9.30pm Entry: $8 - No Passouts ALL DISCOS FULLY SUPERVISED BY POLICE - HAVE A GREAT NIGHT AT EITHER MAROOCHYDORE OR NAMBOUR. Both Maroochydore &
Nambour are now Junior Disco’s catering for only school-age children—Yr 9 & below. (Under 14) Some 14 year olds may be allowed entry—discretion upon Police Officer at door. Older children MUST produce your
School ID to be able to gain entry into either disco. No ID—NO entry. This applies only to the older children to verify to us that they are in Year 9 or under 14. Discretion will be upon Police officers in attendance to
allow entry to those on the borderline. Next Discos: First Friday of the month Maroochydore 2nd Friday of the month is Nambour
www.maroochydorebluelight.com >>
Sat 13 Aug Australian Chamber Orchestra AcO2 Nambour Civic Centre Main Hall 8pm BACH
& SCHUBERT performed by AcO2, the Australian Chamber Orchestra's precocious little sister. AcO2 connects the next generation of talented young Australian musicians with the stars of the AcO, creating a combined ensemble
with a fresh, energetic performance style. The young musicians have all participated in the ACO's Emerging Artist program and many already play in the state symphony orchestras but choose to spend time experiencing the AcO's
high-octane performance style. The best go on to tour nationally and internationally with the AcO and it is testament to the program's success that former AcO2 violinists Madeleine Boud and Rebecca Chan have been appointed core
members of the AcO.
AcO2 commenced touring in 2007 and by 2012 will have visited over 50 regional centres around the country. Guest stars have included Tim Freedman from The Whitlams, oud player Joseph Tawadros and Finnish violinist
Pekka Kuusisto. AcO2 performed in the Classical Destinations II television series screened worldwide and now released on CD and DVD by Sony.
ACO2 runs workshops for school-aged students in regional and metropolitan areas. Thus the ACO’s Education Program identifies, connects and mentors three generations of Australian string players, making the
future very bright indeed.
"It was such an exciting concert in every way, of a truly superb standard and such an interesting and demanding program. Bravo to the ACO for this exceptional program for
emerging string players." Suzanne Gleeson, Patron
Fri 12 + Sat 13 + Sun 14 August Buderim Craft Cottage presents The 11th Annual Art Expo 2011 The Atrium Gallery Buderim Craft Cottage Main St Buderim behind the
War Memorial Hall All original art including watercolours, oils, pastels, acrylics & porcelain paintings will be on sale More info: Ph: Dawn Lewis on 5450 7157 or visit: www.buderimcraftcottage.com.au
Sat 13 Aug Arj Barker Eleven, Sometimes Ten Just Isn’t Enough! Arj is back on the Sunshine Coast!! The Events Centre Caloundra 8pm Arj Barker returns to the shores of Australia
(although we’re not positive he ever left:) with his new show, featuring an hour of the inventive stand-up comedy for which he is known and loved. Join Arj as he fearlessly tackles 11 of the most controversial topics around,
including 3D movies, Death, Google Maps and prawns.
Tickets - Adults: $44.90 | Concession: $39.90 Youth U/14: $39.90 | Students: $39.90 Note: Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult To book Ph: 5491 4240 or
visit: www.theeventscentre.com.aufor more
Sun 14 Aug The 34th Yandina Street Festival 2011 10.45am to 6.30pm Head to Yandina for a great family fun day out that won’t break the bank! It’s the
Sunshine Coast’s longest running Festival & it keeps on getting bigger & better every year!! Carnival rides, market stalls, live music, great food, street entertainment, workshops, giant garage sale & more. A
wonderful all day community event! Street Parade kicks off at 10.45pm with loads to see & do all day until the big wrap up with fireworks at 6.20pm For all the info go to:
www.yandinastreetfestival.com
WEEK 3
Sat 20 Aug from 5.30pm Apollo Inperil Barry Charles + Headline Artist Fiona Boyes Says Howlin’Wolf guitarist Hubert Sumlin... “She’s got it. I’ve played with them all & she’s got it.” Palmwoods Hotel Palmwoods
has got the blues! Australia's Best Blues Bands - Free Entry COURTESY BUS Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays from 5pm & Sundays from noon. Area includes Nambour, Buderim, Mooloolah & Montville. Ph: 1300 PALMWOODS www.palmwoodshotel.com.au
Sat 20 to Sun 21 August Nambour Relay for Life Sunshine Coast Showgrounds Coronation Ave
Nambour Opening Ceremony at 3pm Candlelight Ceremony at sunset Relay for Life is a local community event designed to remember those lost to cancer, honour survivorship & create hope for the future. All funds raised go towards
cancer research, education programs on prevention & early detection & support services. Cancer never sleeps, hence the reason Relay for Life is an overnight team event. Teams of 10-15 people take turns in walking or
running relay style around a track for 18 hours while enjoying a carnival-style atmosphere & camping out. Each team member is encouraged to raise a minimum of $100 in the lead-up to the event. A non-stop entertainment
program runs all night which includes live musical entertainment, movies & on-track games. Participants are encouraged to dress-up & make the event as sociable as they like. Small prizes for the best team theme, best
campsite, best letterbox, best baton. The Survivors Walk. These people are living proof that these vital funds really do make a difference. This symbolic lap of honour wearing a purple sash is part of the Relay for Life’s
Opening Ceremony. If you are a survivor of cancer celebrate the journey by participating. Survivors are to arrive no later than 2.15pm to register
for their symbolic lap starting at 3pm. To register a Relay for Life team for the event is $10 per team member. Speak to Dot Billingham for more info on 5443 6300 or visit the website www.relayforlife.org.au
SUN 21 Aug @ 2pm The Sunshine Coast Concert Band PRESENTS ‘Classical Cupcakes 2’ St Mark’s Church Main Street, Buderim The Sunshine Coast Concert Band conducted by their Music Director Ken Chadwick will present a popular program of ‘Classical Cupcakes’ at their next charity
concert. The concert will feature a delightful programme of musical morsels that everyone will know and love, all arranged for symphonic wind ensemble. The program includes such highlights as The William Tell Overture, Nessun
Dorma, the Trumpet Voluntary, the theme from Chariots of Fire and the Ride of the Valkyries, The concert will finish with a bang with Tchaikovsky’s superb 1812 Overture! With some light selections from Phantom of the
Opera and The Three Tenors, this will be an afternoon of favourites designed to delight every lover of good music. Soloists Bev Gourlay & Aart Schouten will sing The Impossible Dream, Over the Rainbow, & also the very
popular - When the Sgt Major's on Parade. The concert is presented by the Order of St John of Jerusalem, Knights Hospitaller Sunshine Coast Commandery in association with 104.9 Sunshine FM, and all profits will benefit the
Hear and Say Centre. Tickets for the concert are Adults $15 Concessions $13, and include a free afternoon tea. For bookings phone Sunshine FM on 5450 1049. If the venue is not sold out, tickets will also be
available at the door on the day of the concert. For further details contact Bev Gourlay on 5444 8675
Sun 21 Aug The GINORMOUS Car Boot Sale Buderim Mountain State School Oval Main St
Buderim Stall set up at 7am Open to the public from 8am TURN YOUR UNWANTED ITEMS INTO $$$ or come & gather some new treasure Clean out the kids rooms, spruce up the garage, pack up Aunty
Myrtle’s wedding present - load it into your car boot & bring it to the oval at Buderim Mountain State School on Sunday 21 August & GET RID OF IT!!! For only $10 you can sell the lot at the enormous car boot
sale. You will need to book & pay for your site (5477 2737) before the big day - spaces are limited so get in early!! (Sites will be $15 if you don’t pre-book)
Set up for the car boot sale is at 7am
through Lindsay Road entrance between the two pools. Gates will be closed to cars at 7.55am. Don’t worry about breakfast before you come - grab a delicious bacon and egg roll for only $4 or a sausage & wash it
down with a hot coffee. Further information Ph: 5477 2737 or email Pam pandc@budemounss.eq.edu.au
Fri 26 August 2011 Moonlight Markets Nambour Town Square Lowe St Nambour 5pm to 9pm Food | Wine | Arts | Music Live Entertainment Live Music Enjoy a groovy night out in Nambour ON THE LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH, eat, drink, shop & browse & be entertained! It’s got a really great vibe. Come & try the new
Nambour…you’ll love our new magical outdoor gathering place under the moonlight.
This Month: See Triple J unearthed band - The Hayden Hack Infusion - LIVE at the Nambour Moonlight
Markets 26 August, 5pm - 9pm Enjoy Hayden Hack Infusion - an eclectic combo of funk, jazz, rock with underlying dance beats of reggae. More info: Ph: Helen Langlois on 0416 217 093
WEEK 4
Sat 27 Aug Mental As Anything Supported by Chris Webb Woombye Pub 7.30pm Pre-sale tickets $20 or $25 at the door
4th Sunday of each month Sun 28 August 10am to 3pm ALL ABOARD! Ride the Miniature Steam Trains! Nambour’s Best Kept Secret is out! Little
trains – a whole lotta fun! The kids just love it – big kids & little kids! Presented by the Sunshine Coast Railway Modeller’s Society Florence St Nambour Open to the public. All
ages welcome! NOTE: All passengers riding the trains must wear enclosed footwear Enquiries & more info phone 5450 8340 The Society always welcomes new members!
2nd & 4th Sunday of each month Nambour Originals Sun 28 August Community Picnic Concert Quota Park Matthew St Nambour 1pm to 4pm Featuring ‘His Merry Men’ plus much more! Find Nambour Originals on Facebook >>
Sun 28 Aug Mapleton Market By the Mapleton Lilyponds Cnr Obi Obi Rd & Delicia Rd
Mapleton 7.30am to 2pm
The August Market is going to be a doozie! The Sunshine Coast Walks Festival ends their celebration at our Market, so make sure you do
the new Mapleton Heritage Walk!
The idea of Mapleton Market is to support our local community artists, musicians, growers and community groups by providing an outlet to
showcase their wares in a relaxed, friendly, social environment. It also develops community.
You’ll find Artisans, Musicians, Growers, Craftspeople, Entrepreneurs, Community Groups, Interested locals, locals interested in
sharing skills. Why not get a stall! Community Groups, clubs and not for profit organisations can have a spot in our Community Tent to promote their cause.
The Poets Competition is in its second year and we hope for more entries this year. Come along armed with a 1-minute poem to recite and be a
winner. Once again, we are hosting the 'Emerging Artists' which was so popular last year. If you are a soloist or have a band, bring your instruments and put your name down on the blackboard on the day
Live SNAKES workshop, Gratitude Rocks workshop and loads more entertainment and fun.
The original school building will be open at Mapleton State School with Historical displays during market
hours.
All the information for locals, visitors & stallholders is on the website>> www.mapletonmarket.net.au
