SLAMMERS OR SMOOTHIES - TAKE YOUR PICK!
Has the drop in temperature got you trading your nights on the town or days of exploring for a comfy spot on the couch to watch tired TV? Well, don't let the winter chills keep you inside and away from all the incredible adventures that await you as I share with you the best reasons to see the sun rise this month on the Sunshine Coast.
NIK'S PIK - SO the mercury has dropped a little, and the temptation to spend this month buried under your doona with an endless supply of soy Chai's watching Bing Crosby movies is certainly a very present temptation.
But when you have an event like the Noosa Long Weekend Festival on your doorstep, there is no other choice but to brave the chills. In the event's 12th year, the 10 day/night program featuring 250 local, national and international artists, 85 events - both free and ticketed, will commence. And whether you are 10 or 100 - it's sure to mean an unforgettable June.
Saturday, JUNE 1
* "Soundmakers Afternoon Tea" - Sit back and surround yourself with the incredible live performances of handcrafted timber and string instruments while enjoying a perfect Cooroy afternoon tea. 2.30pm. The Butter Factory, 10 Maple St, COOROY. FREE ღ ☄ ♫ ℉
* "Carribean Dreams 4th Birthday" - It's FREE ICECREAM for everyone at the biggest birthday party of the year at Coolum's Carribean Dreams. The team are desperate to beat their previous efforts of making 1500 free scoops of ice-cream to double their fundraising efforts for the Make-A-Wish Foundation - so the more the merrier. Face painting, balloons and a visit from Flossy the Make-A-Wish Fairy. Coolum Beach Retail Complex, 1778 David Low Way, COOLUM. ღ ♒ ♫ ✌ ☼ ◈
* "The Big Pineapple Markets" Discover the sweet sensation that's on everybody's lips every Saturday, with these all-weather markets at the revitalised Sunshine Coast tourist icon that is the Big Pineapple. Growers stalls and food products, alternative therapies, roving performers, children's activities, train ride plantation tours, reinforces walks and White Ridge Animal Farm. Most importantly don't forget a trip to the famed Parfait Cafe for a classic pineapple sundae. 6.30am - 1pm, The Big Pineapple, 76 Nambour Connection Rd, WOOMBYE. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Kawana Waters Farmers Market" - Indulge the senses, relax, taste, listen to the live music, let the kids go wild on the jumping castle, wander and unwind as you discover an array of sumptuous and flavoursome organic fruits and vegetables, gourmet condiments and exquisite fruity jams amongst some of the most beautifully hand crafted products you will find. 7am - 12noon. Kawana State College, 119 Sportsman Pde, BOKARINA. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "The Sunshine Coast Bazaar Saturday Markets" - The Bazaar showcases regional small businesses bursting with fresh produce, delicious snacks, clever crafts, original fashion and loads more. 7am to 1pm. Corbould Park Racecourse, Pierce Avenue, CALOUNDRA. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Eumundi Markets" - Rain, hail or shine, even locals can't get enough of the world famous Eumundi Markets whose ethos "we make it, bake it, grow it, sew it" has had visitors flocking back for decades. 7am - 2pm. Memorial Drv, EUMUNDI. FREE ღ ❥ ♒ ♋ ♫
Sunday, JUNE 2
* "North Arm Fun Fair" Fabulous music and dance performances including Australian Blue Music Awards winner Michelle Brown, pig races, rides and food stalls. From 11am. North Arm State School, Fairhill Rd, YANDINA. ღ ♒ ☄ ♫ ☼
* "Kayaking Adventure on World Environment Day" It's a day of celebrations to remind us that we are the guardians of our natural environment. One of the best ways to enjoy the different ecosystems is by paddling slowly along the waterways where the experience of natural open space is nature's best relaxant. Bring a water bottle, wear a hat and sunscreen and bring some lunch for a picnic in the park at the end of the tour. Bring your own kayak. 10am. Crummunda Park, Coongarra Esp, WURTULLA. ღ ✎ ✿ ✔ ☼ FREE
* "Cotton Tree Street Markets" - See why, after 20 years, locals and tourists can't get enough of these markets famed for works from local artisans, designers and inventors in a precinct designed for the most selective of market dwellers. 7am - 12noon. King Street, COTTON TREE. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Caloundra Bulcock Street Markets" - Held right in the heart of Caloundra, these markets feature unique arts and crafts, family entertainment, fresh produce, flowers, plus local cafes, boutiques and over 50 speciality shops. 8am - 1pm. Bulcock St, CALOUNDRA. ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
Monday, JUNE 3
* "Food, Glorious Food!" EnviroCom's Sandie Johnston invites you to take a look at your food habits and shows you ways to improve them - for your health, for the taste, and for the environment. 10am. Kawana Library, Nanyima St, BUDDINA ✎ ✿ FREE
* "BMX Racing - Training Night!" Racing for all ages at the Sunshine Coast BMX Club's Race Night. Ages 4 and up. From 5.30pm. Sunshine Coast BMX Club, Yandina Sports Complex, Yandina Coolooabin Road, YANDINA. ღ ✔ ☼
Tuesday, JUNE 4
* "Food, Glorious Food!" EnviroCom's Sandie Johnston invites you to take a look at your food habits and shows you ways to improve them - for your health, for the taste, and for the environment. 10am. Nambour Library, Currie St, NAMBOUR ✎ ✿ FREE
* "Natalie Weir's R & J" Expressions Dance Company turns the classic story of Romeo and Juliet on its head, cutting to the essence of what is real, human and inevitable. Winner of Outstanding Achievement in Choreography at the 2012 Australian Dance Awards, R&J reinforces the notion that love – no matter what age you are, or what era you live in – is eternal, and its power, everlasting. Tickets $50, 5.30pm. The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton St, CALOUNDRA. ღ ♋ ♛ ☾ ♫ ℉
Wednesday, JUNE 5
* "Eumundi Markets" - Rain, hail or shine, even locals can't get enough of the world famous Eumundi Markets whose ethos "we make it, bake it, grow it, sew it" has had visitors flocking back for decades. 7am - 2pm. Memorial Drv, EUMUNDI. FREE ღ ❥ ♒ ♋ ♫
* "Hop - The Disco for the Under 5's" - It's the jam packed hour of singing and dancing that will have the kids hopping with so much energy they are likely to fall asleep on the car ride home. 9.45am - 11am. $5 per child. Nambour Civic Centre, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ☪ ♋ ♫
* "Writing Killer Blogs" Learn the principles and users' reading patterns, as well as the importance of headlines to hook your readers in. Great for small businesses wanting to kick start their business blog. Attendees must bring own laptop or tablet if they have one. 2pm, Bookings Essential. Beerwah Library, 25 Peachester Rd, BEERWAH. ✎ FREE
* "Chinese Medicine Secrets" Uncover the mysteries of this ancient practice and receive tips on how to live a healthy, balanced and fulfilled life based on its principles. 6pm, Bookings Essential. Cooroy Library, 9 Maple St, COOROY. ✎ FREE
* "Food, Glorious Food!" EnviroCom's Sandie Johnston invites you to take a look at your food habits and shows you ways to improve them - for your health, for the taste, and for the environment. 2pm. Noosa Library, 54 Eumundi Rd, NOOSAVILLE ✎ ✿ FREE
* "BMX Racing - Race Night!" Racing for all ages at the Sunshine Coast BMX Club's Race Night. Ages 4 and up. From 6pm. Sunshine Coast BMX Club, Yandina Sports Complex, Yandina Coolooabin Road, YANDINA. ღ ✔ ☼
Thursday, JUNE 6
* "Hop - The Disco for the Under 5's" - It's the jam packed hour of singing and dancing that will have the kids hopping with so much energy they are likely to fall asleep on the car ride home. 9.45am - 11am. $5 per child. The J Noosa, 60 Noosa Drv, NOOSA JUNCTION. ☪ ♋ ♫
* "Food, Glorious Food!" EnviroCom's Sandie Johnston invites you to take a look at your food habits and shows you ways to improve them - for your health, for the taste, and for the environment. 2pm. Coolum Library, 6 Park St, COOLUM BEACH. ✎ ✿
* "Etchells Australasian Winter Championships" It's all about the people, the place, the competition on this June long-weekend with the best one-design sailors in the country converging on the Sunshine Coast for four days of intense sailing competition.The boats are berthed at The Wharf Mooloolaba, next to Underwater World. Parkyn Parade, MOOLOOLABA. ღ ♒ ☼
Friday, JUNE 7
* "Breakfast Smoothies" - Time is of the essence when you need to something nutritious and tasty in a heartbeat before the bedlam that is your day begins. Smoothies - the answer to this century's breakfast dilemma but what are the tips and tricks? Sunshine Coast Dietetics Services are conducting hands-on classes so you can send the whole family off with plenty of energy for the day ahead. 10.00am. Maleny Library, 5 Coral St, MALENY. ✎ FREE
* "Hop - The Disco for the Under 5's" - It's the jam packed hour of singing and dancing that will have the kids hopping with so much energy they are likely to fall asleep on the car ride home. 9.45am - 11am. $5 per child. Lake Kawana Community Centre, 114 Sportsmans Pde, BOKARINA. ☪ ♋ ♫
* "Etchells Australasian Winter Championships" It's all about the people, the place, the competition on this June long-weekend with the best one-design sailors in the country converging on the Sunshine Coast for four days of intense sailing competition.The boats are berthed at The Wharf Mooloolaba, next to Underwater World. Parkyn Parade, MOOLOOLABA. ღ ♒ ☼
* "Greenzone Disco" It's the only Sunshine Coast disco open to children from all Sunshine Coast schools, with no pass outs providing the supervision to boot! So when the kids are taken care of, it's date night for Mum and Dad. Strictly 8 -12 yo only. Time 6pm. Tickets $6 per child. The J Noosa, 60 Noosa Drv, NOOSA JUNCTION. ☪ ♋ ☾ ☄ ♫
* "Arthouse Cinema - 'Amour'" The world of retired music teachers George and Anne crumbles when Anne suffers a stroke, seeing their love story sorely tested and their quest for dignity unravel in the wake of the battle of their lives. 4pm and 7.30pm. Tickets $13.50. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Top Level Centenary Square, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ✤ ☾ ♫
Saturday, JUNE 8
* "Breakfast Smoothies" - Time is of the essence when you need to something nutritious and tasty in a heartbeat before the bedlam that is your day begins. Smoothies - the answer to this century's breakfast dilemma but what are the tips and tricks? Sunshine Coast Dietetics Services are conducting hands-on classes so you can send the whole family off with plenty of energy for the day ahead. 9.30am. Maroochydore Library, 44 Sixth Av, MAROOCHYDORE. ✎ FREE
* "Etchells Australasian Winter Championships" It's all about the people, the place, the competition on this June long-weekend with the best one-design sailors in the country converging on the Sunshine Coast for four days of intense sailing competition.The boats are berthed at The Wharf Mooloolaba, next to Underwater World. Parkyn Parade, MOOLOOLABA. ღ ♒ ☼
* "The Big Pineapple Markets" Discover the sweet sensation that's on everybody's lips every Saturday, with these all-weather markets at the revitalised Sunshine Coast tourist icon that is the Big Pineapple. Growers stalls and food products, alternative therapies, roving performers, children's activities, train ride plantation tours, reinforces walks and White Ridge Animal Farm. Most importantly don't forget a trip to the famed Parfait Cafe for a classic pineapple sundae. 6.30am - 1pm, The Big Pineapple, 76 Nambour Connection Rd, WOOMBYE. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Kawana Waters Farmers Market" - Indulge the senses, relax, taste, listen to the live music, let the kids go wild on the jumping castle, wander and unwind as you discover an array of sumptuous and flavoursome organic fruits and vegetables, gourmet condiments and exquisite fruity jams amongst some of the most beautifully hand crafted products you will find. 7am - 12noon. Kawana State College, 119 Sportsman Pde, BOKARINA. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "The Sunshine Coast Bazaar Saturday Markets" - The Bazaar showcases regional small businesses bursting with fresh produce, delicious snacks, clever crafts, original fashion and loads more. 7am to 1pm. Corbould Park Racecourse, Pierce Avenue, CALOUNDRA. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Eumundi Markets" - Rain, hail or shine, even locals can't get enough of the world famous Eumundi Markets whose ethos "we make it, bake it, grow it, sew it" has had visitors flocking back for decades. 7am - 2pm. Memorial Drv, EUMUNDI. FREE ღ ❥ ♒ ♋ ♫
* "Sunshine Coast Antique Car Club 50th Anniversary Rally" Car fans of all ages and all makes and models will get a kick out of the public viewing day of the 250 vehicles which have converged on the region at the Big Pineapple today. 7am - 1pm. The Big Pineapple 76 Nambour Connection Road, WOOMBYE. ღ ♫ ✎ ☼
* "Arthouse Cinema - 'Amour'" The world of retired music teachers George and Anne crumbles when Anne suffers a stroke, seeing their love story sorely tested and their quest for dignity unravel in the wake of the battle of their lives. 7.30pm. Tickets $13.50. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Top Level Centenary Square, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ✤ ☾ ♫
Sunday, JUNE 9
* "Cotton Tree Street Markets" - See why, after 20 years, locals and tourists can't get enough of these markets famed for works from local artisans, designers and inventors in a precinct designed for the most selective of market dwellers. 7am - 12noon. King Street, COTTON TREE. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Caloundra Bulcock Street Markets" - Held right in the heart of Caloundra, these markets feature unique arts and crafts, family entertainment, fresh produce, flowers, plus local cafes, boutiques and over 50 speciality shops. 8am - 1pm. Bulcock St, CALOUNDRA. ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Etchells Australasian Winter Championships" It's all about the people, the place, the competition on this June long-weekend with the best one-design sailors in the country converging on the Sunshine Coast for four days of intense sailing competition.The boats are berthed at The Wharf Mooloolaba, next to Underwater World. Parkyn Parade, MOOLOOLABA. ღ ♒ ☼
* "Arthouse Cinema - 'Amour'" The world of retired music teachers George and Anne crumbles when Anne suffers a stroke, seeing their love story sorely tested and their quest for dignity unravel in the wake of the battle of their lives. 4.30pm. Tickets $13.50. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Top Level Centenary Square, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ✤ ☾ ♫
* "Arthouse Cinema - 'Amour'" The world of retired music teachers George and Anne crumbles when Anne suffers a stroke, seeing their love story sorely tested and their quest for dignity unravel in the wake of the battle of their lives. 7.30pm. Tickets $13.50. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Top Level Centenary Square, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ✤ ☾ ♫
Monday, JUNE 10
* "BMX Racing - Training Night!" Racing for all ages at the Sunshine Coast BMX Club's Race Night. Ages 4 and up. From 5.30pm. Sunshine Coast BMX Club, Yandina Sports Complex, Yandina Coolooabin Road, YANDINA. ღ ✔ ☼
Tuesday, JUNE 11
* "Writing Killer Blogs" Learn the principles and users' reading patterns, as well as the importance of headlines to hook your readers in. Great for small businesses wanting to kick start their business blog. Attendees must bring own laptop or tablet if they have one. 10am, Bookings Essential. Caloundra Library, 8 Omrah Av, CALOUNDRA. ✎ FREE
Wednesday, JUNE 12
* "Eumundi Markets" - Rain, hail or shine, even locals can't get enough of the world famous Eumundi Markets whose ethos "we make it, bake it, grow it, sew it" has had visitors flocking back for decades. 7am - 2pm. Memorial Drv, EUMUNDI. FREE ღ ❥ ♒ ♋ ♫
* "Writing Killer Blogs" Learn the principles and users' reading patterns, as well as the importance of headlines to hook your readers in. Great for small businesses wanting to kick start their business blog. Attendees must bring own laptop or tablet if they have one. 10am, Bookings Essential. Maleny Library, 5 Coral St, MALENY. ✎ FREE
* "Writing Killer Blogs" Learn the principles and users' reading patterns, as well as the importance of headlines to hook your readers in. Great for small businesses wanting to kick start their business blog. Attendees must bring own laptop or tablet if they have one. 2pm, Bookings Essential. Noosa Library, 54 Eumundi Rd, NOOSAVILLE. ✎ FREE
* "BMX Racing - Race Night!" Racing for all ages at the Sunshine Coast BMX Club's Race Night. Ages 4 and up. From 6pm. Sunshine Coast BMX Club, Yandina Sports Complex, Yandina Coolooabin Road, YANDINA. ღ ✔ ☼
Friday, JUNE 14
* "Food, Glorious Food!" EnviroCom's Sandie Johnston invites you to take a look at your food habits and shows you ways to improve them - for your health, for the taste, and for the environment. 2pm. Cooroy Library, 9 Maple St, COOROY. ✎ ✿ FREE
Saturday, JUNE 15
* "Breakfast Smoothies" - Time is of the essence when you need to something nutritious and tasty in a heartbeat before the bedlam that is your day begins. Smoothies - the answer to this century's breakfast dilemma but what are the tips and tricks? Sunshine Coast Dietetics Services are conducting hands-on classes so you can send the whole family off with plenty of energy for the day ahead. 9.30am. Cooroy Library, 9 Maple St, COOROY. ✎ FREE
* "Ramona Koval 'By the Book' - Noosa Long Weekend" The woman behind ABC Radio National's The Book Show shares with you her new book "A Reader's Guide to Life" revealing a quality of mind which has made her one of this country's most esteemed interviewers.Tickets $35. 10.30am. Noosa Springs Country Club, Links Drv, NOOSA HEADS. ✎ ℉
* "Circa Zoo - Wonderland" Presenting a visual display of physical beauty and strength. Tickets $20 & $15 respectively for 12noon and 2pm. The J Noosa, 60 Noosa Drv, NOOSA JUNCTION. ღ ♫
* "Forum: Australia through China's Eyes - Noosa Long Weekend Festival" Take an in-depth look at our biggest trading partner, our significant and active investors in their markets and vice versa, and the effect of China's increasingly imposing military expansion. Tickets $35. 3.30pm. Outrigger Resort & Spa, Little Hastings St, NOOSA. ✎
* "The Big Pineapple Markets" Discover the sweet sensation that's on everybody's lips every Saturday, with these all-weather markets at the revitalised Sunshine Coast tourist icon that is the Big Pineapple. Growers stalls and food products, alternative therapies, roving performers, children's activities, train ride plantation tours, reinforces walks and White Ridge Animal Farm. Most importantly don't forget a trip to the famed Parfait Cafe for a classic pineapple sundae. 6.30am - 1pm, The Big Pineapple, 76 Nambour Connection Rd, WOOMBYE. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Kawana Waters Farmers Market" - Indulge the senses, relax, taste, listen to the live music, let the kids go wild on the jumping castle, wander and unwind as you discover an array of sumptuous and flavoursome organic fruits and vegetables, gourmet condiments and exquisite fruity jams amongst some of the most beautifully hand crafted products you will find. 7am - 12noon. Kawana State College, 119 Sportsman Pde, BOKARINA. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "The Sunshine Coast Bazaar Saturday Markets" - The Bazaar showcases regional small businesses bursting with fresh produce, delicious snacks, clever crafts, original fashion and loads more. 7am to 1pm. Corbould Park Racecourse, Pierce Avenue, CALOUNDRA. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Eumundi Markets" - Rain, hail or shine, even locals can't get enough of the world famous Eumundi Markets whose ethos "we make it, bake it, grow it, sew it" has had visitors flocking back for decades. 7am - 2pm. Memorial Drv, EUMUNDI. FREE ღ ❥ ♒ ♋ ♫
* "Arthouse Cinema - 'Amour'" The world of retired music teachers George and Anne crumbles when Anne suffers a stroke, seeing their love story sorely tested and their quest for dignity unravel in the wake of the battle of their lives. 7.30pm. Tickets $13.50. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Top Level Centenary Square, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ✤ ☾ ♫
Sunday, JUNE 16
* "In Conversation with David Malouf - Noosa Long Weekend" Critically acclaimed writer and poet, David Malouf welcomes a private audience at this year's festival in conjunction with the launch of his revised version of Harland's 'Half Acre'. Tickets $30. 10am. The J Theatre, 60 Noosa Drv, NOOSA HEADS. ✎ ℉
* "Forum: Women and Power - Noosa Long Weekend" Was 120 years far too long for Australian women to take centre stage on the political forefront since gaining suffrage or was it a momentous and rapid revolution given our male dominated society.Judith Brett, the woman behind the biography of one of this century's most controversial female figures in Germaine Greer, will share her thoughts alongside several other experts. Tickets $85 inc lunch. 1130am. Outrigger Resort & spa, Little Hastings St, NOOSA. ❥ ✎ ℉
* "Forum: Refugees - Noosa Long Weekend" As tensions only continue to increase and divide our nation, hear opinions on the real issues of the "refugee crisis" from author and former international Australian ambassador Tony Kevin, 2012 Walkley Award finalist and author of "The People Smuggler" Robin de Crespigny, ADFA Executive Director Neil James and more. Tickets $35. Start 3.30pm (90 minutes). Outrigger, Little Hastings St, NOOSA. ✎
* "Celebrity Chef Janelle Bloom workshop" It's "tea, treats and tales" with celebrated author Bloom who shares her love for all things sweet and Noosa-n with a demonstration of 3-4 fabulous recipes. Learn her trademark tips, tricks and techniques so you can confidently "bloom" in your kitchen. Tickets $45, 3pm start. RACV Noosa Resort, 95 Noosa Drv, NOOSA HEADS. ✎ ℉
* "Cotton Tree Street Markets" - See why, after 20 years, locals and tourists can't get enough of these markets famed for works from local artisans, designers and inventors in a precinct designed for the most selective of market dwellers. 7am - 12noon. King Street, COTTON TREE. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Caloundra Bulcock Street Markets" - Held right in the heart of Caloundra, these markets feature unique arts and crafts, family entertainment, fresh produce, flowers, plus local cafes, boutiques and over 50 speciality shops. 8am - 1pm. Bulcock St, CALOUNDRA. ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
Monday, JUNE 17
* "Hinterland Gourmet Safari - Noosa Long Weekend" Spice today up with this mouth-watering Asian taste tour of the hinterland. Sit back and enjoy being chauffeured today starting at Cootharaba. Enjoy a personal tour and morning coffee at Tim Warren's Garnisha Spice Gardens, before experiencing a culinary lunch time explosion of flavours at the Tamarind Restaurant in Maleny. The flavour-packed eight hour day concludes with a tasting tour at the Ginger Factory. Tickets $170, 9.15am - 5pm. Departs The J Noosa, 60 Noosa Drv, NOOSA HEADS. ❥ ♒ ℉ ☼
* "Forum: Barrie Cassidy 'Insiders' - Noosa Long Weekend" Veteran political observer and ABC 1's 'Insiders' host Barrie Cassidy returns to this year's festival bringing a team of Canberra observers with intimate knowledge of our leaders, their policies, election strategies and the polls inc The Courier Mail's national affairs editor Dennis Atkins, The Australian columnist Nikki Sava and Meganomics blogger George Megalogenis. Tickets $85. 11.30am. The J Theatre, 60 Noosa Drive, NOOSA HEADS. ❥ ✎ ℉
* "BMX Racing - Training Night!" Racing for all ages at the Sunshine Coast BMX Club's Race Night. Ages 4 and up. From 5.30pm. Sunshine Coast BMX Club, Yandina Sports Complex, Yandina Coolooabin Road, YANDINA. ღ ✔ ☼
Tuesday, JUNE 18
* "Sarah Turnbull: All Good Things - Noosa Long Weekend" The international bestselling author hits the Sunshine Coast for an intimate audience to share the stories of her latest book. Tickets $35, 10.30am. RACV Noosa Resort, 94 Noosa Dr, NOOSA HEADS. ✎ ℉
* "Duck, Duck, Duck .... Noosa Long Weekend" Spread your wings and savour the traditional delicacy at three iconic stops. Tantilising your tastebuds will be the extraordinary team at Gaston Bar Bistro, Bistro C, and Sails Beach Cafe. Tickets $110, 12noon and 1.15pm (3 hours). Start at Gaston Bar Bistro, 5 - 50 Hastings St, NOOSA HEADS. ✎ ℉
* "Rumour Has It: 60 minutes inside Adele" - The wickedly satirical new cabaret for anyone whoʼs ever cried along to ʻSomeone
Like You' has arrived on the Sunshine Coast as part of the Noosa Long Weekend festival and you are invited. British chanteuse Naomi Price stars in this critically acclaimed production that has had the critics raving in Sydney Brisbane and the Gold Coast since it first began. Tickets $85, 8.30pm. Berardo's Restaurant & Bar, Hastings St, NOOSAVILLE.
Wednesday, JUNE 19
* "Mary-Lou Stephens: Sex, Drugs & Medication - Noosa Long Weekend" ABC 90.3 FM's presenter shares her recovery from her evangelical upbringing, her addictions to foo,d drugs and alcohol and a string of failed love affairs. Tickets $25. 11am. Noosa Arts Theatre, 163 Weyba Rd, NOOSAVILLE. ✎ ℉
* "Hinterland Gourmet Safari - Noosan Long Weekend" Spice today up with this mouth-watering Asian taste tour of the hinterland. Sit back and enjoy being chauffeured today starting at Cootharaba. Enjoy a personal tour and morning coffee at Tim Warren's Garnisha Spice Gardens, before experiencing a culinary lunch time explosion of flavours at the Tamarind Restaurant in Maleny. The flavour-packed eight hour day concludes with a tasting tour at the Ginger Factory. Tickets $170, 9.15am - 5pm. Departs The J Noosa, 60 Noosa Drv, NOOSA HEADS. ❥ ♒ ℉ ☼
* "Cat & Fiddle: Lesley Jorgensen - Noosa Long Weekend" Her book is a contemporary comedy of manners and misunderstandings that has been compared to Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice. Join her for an intimate afternoon of candid conversation. Tickets $25, 1pm. Noosa Arts Theatre, 163 Weyba Rd, NOOSAVILLE. ✎ ℉
* "In Conversation: Robyn Archer - Noosa Long Weekend" International advocate and speaker for the arts, Robyn Archer invites you to join her for afternoon tea as she discusses Festivals Australia. Tickets $45, 3pm. RACV Noosa Resort, 94 Noosa Drv, NOOSA HEADS. ✎ ℉
* "Eumundi Markets" - Rain, hail or shine, even locals can't get enough of the world famous Eumundi Markets whose ethos "we make it, bake it, grow it, sew it" has had visitors flocking back for decades. 7am - 2pm. Memorial Drv, EUMUNDI. FREE ღ ❥ ♒ ♋ ♫
* "Chinese Medicine Secrets" Uncover the mysteries of this ancient practice and receive tips on how to live a healthy, balanced and fulfilled life based on its principles. 2pm, Bookings Essential. Noosa Library, 54 Eumundi Rd, NOOSAVILLE. ✎ FREE
* "BMX Racing - Race Night!" Racing for all ages at the Sunshine Coast BMX Club's Race Night. Ages 4 and up. From 6pm. Sunshine Coast BMX Club, Yandina Sports Complex, Yandina Coolooabin Road, YANDINA. ღ ✔ ☼
* "The Sit Down Comedy Club" Bringing the laughter to the Noosa Long Weekend Festival is a special four night lineup featuring some of the best Australian comedians on the circuit - joining some of Qld's quickest emerging talents.
The Sit Down Comedy Club comes to the Noosa Long Weekend Festival for the first time in 2013. Noosa Arts Theatre, Weyba Rd, NOOSAVILLE. Ⓐ ☾ ♫
Thursday, JUNE 20
* "Writing Killer Blogs" Learn the principles and users' reading patterns, as well as the importance of headlines to hook your readers in. Great for small businesses wanting to kick start their business blog. Attendees must bring own laptop or tablet if they have one. 2pm, Bookings Essential. Cooroy Library, 8 Maple St, COOROY. ✎ FREE
* "Tastes of India - Noosa Long Weekend" - Savour the traditions of Indian dishes with starters at Maharaja, curries at Mystic India and an array of desserts and cooling glass of lasso at Jay India. Tickets $60. Times 12noon and 1.15pm (2.5 hours) BYO. ✎ ℉
* "Helen Trinca: Madeleine - Noosa Long Weekend" She has enjoyed enviable succession in a career in Australian journalism, but has now turned her hand to telling the story of largely uncelebrated author Madeleine St John. Get to know Madeleine - whom Forbes magazine listed as "a name you need to know" through the eyes of Trinca. Tickets $25, 2pm. Noosa Arts Theatre, 163 Weyba Pde, NOOSAVILLE. ✎ ℉
* "Chinese Medicine Secrets" Uncover the mysteries of this ancient practice and receive tips on how to live a healthy, balanced and fulfilled life based on its principles. 6pm, Bookings Essential. Maroochydore Library, 44 Sixth Av, MAROOCHYDORE. ✎ FREE
* "Natalie Weir's 'CARMEN SWEET' & 'ROMEO AND JULIET' production" Expressions Dance company turns the classic Shakespearean masterpiece on its head before bringing Opera's most famous femme fatale Carmen Suite to life in this incredible Noosa Long Weekend presentation. Tickets $55, 7.30pm. The J Theatre, 60 Noosa Drv, NOOSA HEADS. ♛ ☾ ♫
* "The Sit Down Comedy Club" Bringing the laughter to the Noosa Long Weekend Festival tonight in what is the second of four special shows featuring some of the best Australian comedians on the circuit - joining some of Qld's quickest emerging talents.
The Sit Down Comedy Club comes to the Noosa Long Weekend Festival for the first time in 2013. Noosa Arts Theatre, Weyba Rd, NOOSAVILLE. Ⓐ ☾ ♫
Friday, JUNE 21
* "Writing Killer Blogs" Learn the principles and users' reading patterns, as well as the importance of headlines to hook your readers in. Great for small businesses wanting to kick start their business blog. Attendees must bring own laptop or tablet if they have one. 10am, Bookings Essential. Maroochydore Library, 44 Sixth Av, MAROOCHYDORE. ✎ FREE
* "Three Little Piggies - Noosa Long Weekend" Sure to be a weekend hit, would-be guests will need to get in quick for this three-course progressive pork lunch. Award winning and acclaimed restaurants Rock Salt, Wasabi Restaurant & Bar, and the Wood Fire Grill present three mouth-watering courses. Tickets $110. 12noon. (2.5-3 hours). Rock Salt, 4 - 2 Quamby Place, NOOSA HEADS.
* "Prawnissimo Promenade - Noosa Long Weekend" My personal favourite ingredient for any function - casual or formal - hits centre stage for the first time in the history of the weekend festival today. Presenting their ocean buffet is Sunshine Beach's Fratellini Ristorante, Coconut Grove Bar Bistro and Embassy XO in three dishes, three restaurants and three chefs. Bon Appetite! Tickets $110, 12.30pm ( 2 - 3 hours). Fratellini Ristorante, 36 Duke St, SUNSHINE BEACH. ❥ ♒ ℉
* "Forum: Clean Energy, will we ever make it? Noosa Long Weekend" Just 6% of Australia's annual energy needs are generated from renewable sources. When the world average is 19%, why is Australia dragging the chain? Listen to sustainability and coal burning experts, strategy analysts, coal.Tickets $85 inc lunch. 11.30am. Outrigger Resort & Spa, Little Hastings St, NOOSA. ❥ ✎ ☮ ℉
* "Good Morning Mr Sarra - Noosa Long Weekend" Meet one of the country's most inspiring Indigenous Australian educationalists - Chris Sarra, the first person to graduate with an education degree in Qld. Tickets $25, 3pm. Noosa Arts Theatre, 163 Weyba Rd, NOOSAVILLE. ✎ ℉
* "Arthouse Cinema - "Broken'," 11-year-old Skunk dreams of spending her summer holidays on an adventure discovering her neighbourhood. The diabetic meets her bitter and angry neighbour mr Oswald The summer holidays have just begun and 11 year-old Skunk's afternoons are full of day dreams and curious wanderings around her neighbourhood, but when the pre-teen Skunk (Eloise Laurence) discovers her bitter and angry older neighbor, Mr. Oswald (Rory Kinnear), savagely beating Rick, a psychologically-troubled boy from the neighborhood whom Mr. Oswald's daughter has callously and fictitiously accused of rape, Skunk's innocence begins to vanish. Tickets $13.50. 4pm and 7.30pm. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Top Level Centenary Square, Currie St, NAMBOUR.
* "The Sit Down Comedy Club" Bringing the laughter to the Noosa Long Weekend Festival tonight in what is the third of four special shows featuring some of the best Australian comedians on the circuit - joining some of Qld's quickest emerging talents. Noosa Arts Theatre, Weyba Rd, NOOSAVILLE. Ⓐ ☾ ♫
* "Chaplin a Life in Concert starring David Pomeranz" IF ever there was a one man show, this is it. One actor, one piano, one incredible performance. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of musical theatre through this life story of the enigmatic Charlie Chaplin courtesy of multi award winning artist, David Pomeranz. Tickets $60, 6pm. The J Theatre, 60 Noosa Dr, NOOSA JUNCTION. ♛ ☾ ♫
Saturday, JUNE 22
* "Matt Condon: Three Crooked Kings - Noosa Long Weekend" Award-winning Brisbane writer Condon has spent the last two years interviewing former police commissioner as well as multiple other sources. The result is a searing story of greed, crime and corruption. Tickets $45, 8am. RACV Noosa Resort, 94 Noosa Drv, NOOSA HEADS. ✎ ℉
* "Forum: When the Chips are Down - Noosa Long Weekend" Why do people put themselves in the line of danger in search of adrenalin? Hear from two incredible individuals who have faced death in very different circumstances – and lived – to tell their frightening tales; and another who thrives on the adrenalin rush of BASE jumping.Tickets $85. 11.30am. Outrigger Resort & Spa, Little Hastings St, NOOSA. ❥ ✎ ℉
* "In Conversation: Michael Leunig - Noosa Long Weekend" This Aussie is a renowned cartoonist, writer, painter, philosopher and poet whose public commentary spans more than 40 years. Enjoy an intimate afternoon and see this critically acclaimed Melbourne Age and Sydney Morning Herald cartoonist in action. Tickets $30, 10am. The J Theatre, 60 Noosa Drv, NOOSA HEADS. ✎ ℉
* "The Big Pineapple Markets" Discover the sweet sensation that's on everybody's lips every Saturday, with these all-weather markets at the revitalised Sunshine Coast tourist icon that is the Big Pineapple. Growers stalls and food products, alternative therapies, roving performers, children's activities, train ride plantation tours, reinforces walks and White Ridge Animal Farm. Most importantly don't forget a trip to the famed Parfait Cafe for a classic pineapple sundae. 6.30am - 1pm, The Big Pineapple, 76 Nambour Connection Rd, WOOMBYE. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Kawana Waters Farmers Market" - Indulge the senses, relax, taste, listen to the live music, let the kids go wild on the jumping castle, wander and unwind as you discover an array of sumptuous and flavoursome organic fruits and vegetables, gourmet condiments and exquisite fruity jams amongst some of the most beautifully hand crafted products you will find. 7am - 12noon. Kawana State College, 119 Sportsman Pde, BOKARINA. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "The Sunshine Coast Bazaar Saturday Markets" - The Bazaar showcases regional small businesses bursting with fresh produce, delicious snacks, clever crafts, original fashion and loads more. 7am to 1pm. Corbould Park Racecourse, Pierce Avenue, CALOUNDRA. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Eumundi Markets" - Rain, hail or shine, even locals can't get enough of the world famous Eumundi Markets whose ethos "we make it, bake it, grow it, sew it" has had visitors flocking back for decades. 7am - 2pm. Memorial Drv, EUMUNDI. FREE ღ ❥ ♒ ♋ ♫
* "Join the Circus"WHAT would school holidays be without a little hoopla? Or handstands - or human pyramids? Circa Zoo is hosting physical theatre workshops for students as part of the Noosa Long Weekend Festival. Tickets $15, 11am & 2pm. Good Shepherd Lutheran College, 115 Eumundi Rd, NOOSAVILLE. ♒ ♫ ✎ ☺
* "Gubbi Gubbi Canoe Community Day" The Gubbi Gubbi Gun'doo Yang'ga'man Project is a research and reconstruction assignment that is bringing the skills and traditions of bark canoe making relearnt and reinstated by the Gubbi Gubbi people. This day celebrates the exhibition of the same name which documents their activities and the project's national significance and value for the community. 11am start. Noosa Regional Art Gallery, Pelican Street, TEWANTIN. ღ ♒ ✎
* "The Sit Down Comedy Club" Bringing the laughter to the Noosa Long Weekend Festival tonight in what is the final of four special shows featuring some of the best Australian comedians on the circuit - joining some of Qld's quickest emerging talents.
The Sit Down Comedy Club comes to the Noosa Long Weekend Festival for the first time in 2013. Noosa Arts Theatre, Weyba Rd, NOOSAVILLE. Ⓐ ☾ ♫
Sunday, JUNE 23
* "Cotton Tree Street Markets" - See why, after 20 years, locals and tourists can't get enough of these markets famed for works from local artisans, designers and inventors in a precinct designed for the most selective of market dwellers. 7am - 12noon. King Street, COTTON TREE. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Caloundra Bulcock Street Markets" - Held right in the heart of Caloundra, these markets feature unique arts and crafts, family entertainment, fresh produce, flowers, plus local cafes, boutiques and over 50 speciality shops. 8am - 1pm. Bulcock St, CALOUNDRA. ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
Monday, JUNE 24
* "BMX Racing - Training Night!" Racing for all ages at the Sunshine Coast BMX Club's Race Night. Ages 4 and up. From 5.30pm. Sunshine Coast BMX Club, Yandina Sports Complex, Yandina Coolooabin Road, YANDINA. ღ ✔ ☼
* "Arthouse Cinema - The Croods"[/LINK] After their cave is destroyed, a caveman family must trek through an unfamiliar fantastical world with the help of an inventive boy. Adults $13.50 $8.50. 10.00am. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Top Level Centenary Square, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ღ ✤ ♫ ☺
Tuesday, JUNE 25
* "Jumpin @ the J" Happiness is a jumping castle, and it's unlimited fun and activities for one whole hour today. $10 per child. Sessions are 9am, 10am and 11am. The J Noosa, 60 Noosa Drv, NOOSA JUNCTION. ☪ ♫ ✔ ☺
* "Arthouse Cinema - The Croods"[/LINK] After their cave is destroyed, a caveman family must trek through an unfamiliar fantastical world with the help of an inventive boy. Adults $13.50 $8.50. 10.00am. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Top Level Centenary Square, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ღ ✤ ♫ ☺
* "Arthouse Cinema - 'Amour'" The world of retired music teachers George and Anne crumbles when Anne suffers a stroke, seeing their love story sorely tested and their quest for dignity unravel in the wake of the battle of their lives. 4pm and 7.30pm. Tickets $13.50. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Top Level Centenary Square, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ✤ ☾ ♫
Wednesday, JUNE 26
* "Breakfast Smoothies" - Time is of the essence when you need to something nutritious and tasty in a heartbeat before the bedlam that is your day begins. Smoothies - the answer to this century's breakfast dilemma but what are the tips and tricks? Sunshine Coast Dietetics Services are conducting hands-on classes so you can send the whole family off with plenty of energy for the day ahead. 10.00am. Nambour Library, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ✎ FREE
* "Eumundi Markets" - Rain, hail or shine, even locals can't get enough of the world famous Eumundi Markets whose ethos "we make it, bake it, grow it, sew it" has had visitors flocking back for decades. 7am - 2pm. Memorial Drv, EUMUNDI. FREE ღ ❥ ♒ ♋ ♫
* "Arthouse Cinema - The Croods"[/LINK] After their cave is destroyed, a caveman family must trek through an unfamiliar fantastical world with the help of an inventive boy. Adults $13.50 $8.50. 10.00am. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Top Level Centenary Square, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ღ ✤ ♫ ☺
* "John McNally - Sunshine Melodies" Having shared the stage with Bing Crosby, Joan Sutherland, Liberace, Jerry Lewis, Ernesdt Borgnine and Telly Savalas. So it's no wonder that John MacNally's voice has captivated audiences worldwide since he stood in a childhood church choir in Dublin. Tickets $16, 10am. The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton St, CALOUNDRA. ♛ ☄ ♫ ℉
* "BMX Racing - Race Night!" Racing for all ages at the Sunshine Coast BMX Club's Race Night. Ages 4 and up. From 6pm. Sunshine Coast BMX Club, Yandina Sports Complex, Yandina Coolooabin Road, YANDINA. ღ ✔ ☼
* "Jack Charles V The Crown: Theatre Production" This fleet-footed, light-fingered one-man show about Australian legend and Koori elder Jack Charles is a theatrical delight and a celebration of Black Australia's dogged refusal to give up on getting on has kept the critics raving. Tickets $42. Time 7.30pm. Nambour Civic Centre, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ♛ ☾ ♫
Thursday, JUNE 27
* "Miss Donna the Clown" What's a school holiday without some good ol' fashioned magic and treasure hunt? Miss Donna the Clown will put the kids centre stage as magicians assistants in her appearance at the Bli Bli Castle. The adorable fun loving clown will have them squealing with laughter in this 45 minute show, which you can follow with a self-guided castle tour and treasure hunt. Tickets $15 pp, 11am or 2pm. The Bli Bli Castle, 292 David Low Way, BLI BLI. ღ ♫ ☺
* "Arthouse Cinema - 'Drift'," Set in a remote town on Australia's spectacular and rugged coastline in the early '70s, DRIFT tells the story of two brothers at the genesis of the modern surf industry. Fundraiser for Maroochy Greens. 7.00pm. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Tope Level Centenary Square, NAMBOUR. ♛ ☾ ♫ ☺
Friday, JUNE 28
* "Arthouse Cinema - 'Drift'," Set in a remote town on Australia's spectacular and rugged coastline in the early '70s, DRIFT tells the story of two brothers at the genesis of the modern surf industry. Fundraiser for Maroochy Greens. 4pm and 7.30pm. Tickets $13.50 adults. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Tope Level Centenary Square, NAMBOUR. ♛ ☾ ♫ ☺
* "A Tribute to the Bee Gees" The Australian Bee Gees show returns to Australia for the "Trilogy" tour, which traces the international music superstars from their very first performance to the amazing One Night Only concert in Las Vegas. Tickets $50, 7.30pm. Nambour Civic Centre, Currie St, NAMBOUR. ღ ♛ ☄ ♫ ☺
Saturday, JUNE 29
* "Arthouse Cinema - 'Drift'," Set in a remote town on Australia's spectacular and rugged coastline in the early '70s, DRIFT tells the story of two brothers at the genesis of the modern surf industry. Fundraiser for Maroochy Greens. 7.30am. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Tope Level Centenary Square, NAMBOUR. ♛ ☾ ♫ ☺
* "The Glossies Awards" It's the gala night where residents, businesses and community groups united in creating a sustainable world are celebrated for their initiative. Categories include building design and construction, edible landscaping, sustainable transport and resource management. Guest speaker Todd Sampson. Tickets $40, 6.30pm. The Innovation Centre, University of the Sunshine Coast, 90 Sippy Downs Drv, SIPPY DOWNS. ❥ ☾ ♫ ✿ ℉
Sunday, JUNE 30
* "Cotton Tree Street Markets" - See why, after 20 years, locals and tourists can't get enough of these markets famed for works from local artisans, designers and inventors in a precinct designed for the most selective of market dwellers. 7am - 12noon. King Street, COTTON TREE. FREE ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Caloundra Bulcock Street Markets" - Held right in the heart of Caloundra, these markets feature unique arts and crafts, family entertainment, fresh produce, flowers, plus local cafes, boutiques and over 50 speciality shops. 8am - 1pm. Bulcock St, CALOUNDRA. ღ ♒ ♫ ☼
* "Arthouse Cinema - 'Drift'," Set in a remote town on Australia's spectacular and rugged coastline in the early '70s, DRIFT tells the story of two brothers at the genesis of the modern surf industry. Fundraiser for Maroochy Greens. 4.30pm. Nambour Arthouse Cinema, Tope Level Centenary Square, NAMBOUR. ♛ ☾ ♫ ☺
KEY ღ =FAMILY, Ⓐ = ADULTS, ☪=KIDS, ☃ - XMAS EVENT, ❥= LICENSED, ♒ = MULTIPLE EVENTS/ACTIVITIES, ♋ = DANCE ♛ = THEATRE, ✤ = FILM ☾ - NIGHT OUT, ☄ = CONCERT, ♫ = ENTERTAINMENT, ✎ = EDUCATIONAL, ✿ =ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY, ✔ = EXERCISE ✌ = FUNDRAISER, ℉ = MEAL/SNACK INC, B=BEGINNERS, A=ADVANCED, ☼ =OUTDOORS, ◈ = GOLD COIN DONATION, ☺= SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN, ✘ - ALCOHOL FREE,
