It’s a new month and that means we’ve got a stack of new events from Lake Macquarie Council we want to tell you all about.
Check out the guide to what’s on in Lake Mac below.
Major Events
Lake Mac Women’s Sport Festival
Experience Lake Mac Women’s Sport Festival with programs catering for newcomers and professional athletes alike. The festival offers 3 days of events including a networking breakfast, a two-day symposium and a family fun day with sporting clinics, food trucks and live music. Pricing for tickets varies each day of the festival, ranging from $25 to $45 per person.
When: Friday 11 March 2022 till Sunday 13 March 2022
Where: Various Locations
Lake Mac GLAM
Join this multi-day conference showcasing the latest initiatives in creation and delivery of cultural experiences. The 2022 keynote speaker Dr Terri Janke, will address First Nations: A Roadmap for Enhancing Indigenous Engagement in Museums. This conference will include discussions on how regional organisations can build trust and ensure authenticity in arts and cultural programming. 2 Day Passes $279 with single day passes available from $110.
When: Thursday 3 March 2022 till Friday 4 March 2022
Where: Warners Bay Theatre, Baramayiba
Write Here!
Discover new reads from popular Australian authors Chris Hammer, Tea Cooper, Barry Maitland, Sandie Docker, Lee Christine, Sami Bayly and Fiona McArthur plus many more. Hear tips, tricks and tales from bestselling local and visiting authors across three days of workshops, discussions and presentations at various locations across Lake Macquarie over the month of march
When: Various Locations
Where: Various Dates
Art and Culture
9 Squadron Rathmines Exhibition
Join us in remembering the 9 Squadron plane and all its crew who were lost with HMAS Sydney in November 1941 eighty years after their service and sacrifice at the original Rathmines Heritage Centre exhibition. Gold coin entry.
When: Various Dates
Where: Rathmines Theatre, Nawayiba
CREATE your own artwork using acrylic paint
Explore acrylic painting techniques with artist Joanna O’Toole, in a structured but fun environment, while enjoying the current exhibitions. Bookings essential. Tickets at $150 with basic materials provided.
When: Wednesday 09 March 2022
Where: Museum of Art and Culture (Yapang), Lake Macquarie
An Afternoon of Crime and Thrillers ticket
Join Chris Hammer, Jane Caro, Barry Maitland & Jaye Ford for an afternoon of Crime and Thrillers. $25.00 includes all sessions, drink & snacks. Dine and Discover voucher are accepted.
When: Sunday 20 March 2022
Where: Warners Bay Theatre, baramayiba
Sami Bayly
Storytime and Drawing session- Meet Australian author and illustrator Sami Bayly, complete a line drawing and learn about the amazing animals in her latest book. Part of Write Here! 2022. Ages 5+. Gold coin donation. Bookings Essential.
When: Sunday 20 March 2022
Where: Warners Bay Theatre, baramayiba
Music in the Podium
Catch a family-friendly concert at Music in the Podium, every Friday evening by the lake at Warners Bay.
When: Various Dates
Where: The Foreshore, Warners Bay
Libraries and Theatres
Memoir Writing Workshop
How do you write a memoir that people want to read? Learn tips and techniques to improve your storytelling. This workshop is conducted by Karen Crofts, Director, Hunter Writers Centre. Tickets $40 with bookings essential.
When: Friday 18 March 2022
Where: Belmont Library, Ngarrabangba
Andy Firth Quintet: “Play Jazz” Schools Masterclass
Join the Andy Firth Quintet and learn how to encourage, develop and enthuse school students about the history and enjoyment of playing a range of jazz music. Learn how this amazing art form has been able to influence other contemporary styles to flourish. Tickets $15 per person.
When: Wednesday 2 March 2022
Where: Warners Bay Theatre, Baramayiba
Live Music Lake Mac
Join Hot Potato Band and Luna Menta for a fabulous, energetic and interactive musical performance at Warners Bay Theatre. Tickets $40 per person. Discover Service NSW Vouchers can be redeemed at this event.
When: Thursday 10 March 2022
Where: Warners Bay Theatre, baramayiba
Films @ Rathmines: Dead Poets’ Society
Enjoy film favourites from the last few decades with a glass of wine at Lake Mac newest venue Rathmines Theatre Doors open at 6pm. Films commence at 6:30pm. Tickets $25, includes all drinks and catering. Dine & Discover vouchers accepted.
When: Friday 18 March 2022
Where: Rathmines Theatre, Nawayiba
Goal, Motivation and Conflict: Commercial Fiction Workshop
Explore what GMC is, why each element is so important and how to incorporate it into your own stories. Presented by Michelle Douglas. Tickets $40 with bookings essential.
When: Saturday 19 March 2022
Where: Toronto Library, Tirrabiyangba
Repair Cafe pop-up: make and mend session
Join Repair It Lake Mac for this free mini pop-up event and have items mended by our expert repairers, whilst learning new skills in a fun and friendly environment. Or simply come and chat about our major repair days around Lake Macquarie.
When: Wednesday 23 March 2022
Where: Belmont Library, Ngarrabangba
FIND OUT MORE
For more information about all the events and online resources Lake Macquarie City Council have available, please visit the Lake Macquarie City Council event directory by clicking the link below.
