Brazilian dancers will perform in Boorowa Street, Young during the upcoming Lambing Flat Chinese Festival on March 30.
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The dancers are part of the guest nation program, which this year features South America.
The guest nation concept was introduced to the festival last year, with The Philippines in the spotlight.
Jugiong Program Available
The program for the biennial Jugiong Writer’s Festival is out now for the March 23/24 event “Dare to Dream, Down the Track”. The festival features many distinguished writers, with discussion ranging over many topics. Bookings are online.
Tumut Artist Exhibits
Have you called in to see the latest exhibition at the Burrangong Gallery at the Young Visitor Information Centre?
Tumut artist Geoff Naylor has a wide selection of landscapes showcasing the Australian bush and some arresting vistas from overseas.
Bookings for Boorowa Event
The theme for International Women’s Day to be held in Boorowa on March 10 has just been announced as “Old Habits Die Hard”. Bookings are now open for this popular event. Call Janene Hurley on 0263 851 330 or email her on Janene.hurley@hilltops.nsw.gov.au
Bookings are essential, with the payment of $25 at the door.
Legal Issues for Older People
Elder abuse is the opic of a film screening and an expert panel discussion being organised at Hilltops Council Library Young branch on February 20. The exploration of these legal issues for older people and their families is sponsored by Legal Aid, Hilltops Council and others. It is free and those interested should book by phoning 6382 1886 or email younglibrary@hilltops.nsw.gov.au
This is a Seniors Week event.
Uniting Church Markets
The Uniting Church Monthly Markets Young will be held this Saturday, February 9 at the corner of Cloete and Lynch Streets. You’ll find plants, vegetables, candles, jewellery, handmade cards, honey, soap, books and many other items at their hall and grounds.
Chinese New Year
The Young & District Multicultural Association is holding a Chinese New Year event at the Chinese Tribute Garden tomorrow, February 9.
Those attending are asked to bring food, rugs, chairs and sunscreen. Enjoy a picnic or use the barbeque facilities.
Coming Events:
Ongoing- Burrangong Gallery, Young Visitor Information Centre, open daily, featuring works by Tumut artist, Geoff Naylor.
February 8 – Take 5 on Friday, Hilltops Library, Young from 12.30pm to 1pm. Free concert featuring local poet and raconteur, Jim Lamb. All welcome, bring a cool drink or coffee, lunch, family and friends.
February 9 – Uniting Church Monthly Markets, Uniting Church Hall and Grounds, Crn Lynch and Cloete Streets, 9am to 12noon. More details 6382 1519.
February 9 – Young District Multicultural Association celebrated Chinese New Year, Chinese Tribute Garden, Pitstone Road, Young from 4.30pm to 7.30pm.
February 16 – Young & Region Farmers Market, Anderson Park off Lovell Street, 9am to 12noon.
February 17 – Young Dressage Association first official event for 2019, Bendick Murrell Grounds. All welcome.
February 23 – Boorowa Makers and Growers Community Market, Old Court House Grounds, 9am to 1pm.
