may 2017 Articles

Adelaide Gaol History Day | 28 May 2017

[ May 28, 2017; 10:00 am; ]
Learn about the fascinating history of Adelaide’s Gaol on Sunday 28 May 2017
Learn about the lives, crimes and often gruesome deaths of some of South Australia’s pettiest thieves and most dangerous criminals at the Adelaide Gaol’s annual History Day later this month. Built in 1841, the gaol is the state’s second oldest building, and was […]

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SteamRanger Family Open Day | Mount Barker Railway Station | 28 May 2017

[ May 28, 2017; ]
SteamRanger Family Open Day
SteamRanger’s Family Open Day will be held on Sunday the 28 of May as part of South Australia’s History Festival. As usual there will be ‘Bugle Ranger’ and section car rides as well as some fantastic free kids’ activities taking place at the Mount Barker Railway Station.

This family-friendly event will feature:

$10 heritage railcar […]

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Penola & Coonawarra Arts Festival | 18-21 May 2017

[ May 18, 2017 to May 21, 2017. ]
The award winning Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival will be celebrating it’s 26th year in 2017.
The Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival is made up of live performances, workshops, competitions, exhibitions, family art activities, Coonawarra wineries and local food producers.  2017 will see the festival attract major events and exhibitions appealing to a broad audience making it one […]

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Laratinga Wetlands Bike Ride | Keith Stephenson Playground Mt Barker | Review

Laratinga Wetlands Bike Ride and Keith Stephenson Playground, Mount Barker | Review
There’s no doubt Mt Barker is booming, however a visit to the Laratinga Wetlands and a ride along the bike paths winding through Mt Barker reveal this town still has a quiet side.
Heading down the South-Eastern Freeway, we took the new Bald Hills exit […]

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Ziran Qi Gong Workshops | Bird In Hand Winery | 19 & 20 May 2017

[ May 19, 2017 to May 20, 2017. ]
The pristine vineyards of Adelaide’s Bird In Hand Winery is set to form the backdrop for a series of inspiring health and wellbeing workshops that combine ancient Qi Gong teachings and modern practices to understand the mind, body, and spirit.
Led by renowned Qi Gong instructor Paul Dumais, the workshops will focus on the Chinese discipline […]

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Beach Clean | Sea Shepherd Marine Debris Campaign | 20 May 2017

[ May 20, 2017; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ]
Adelaide’s Marine Debris team are hosting their monthly beach clean at Glenelg Beach on Saturday, May 20th.
It’s time once again to come together like last year and join Hands Across the Sand.

If everyone works and stands together we can save our oceans and make a difference!

This is a family friendly event – everyone is welcome!

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Mother’s Day Posy Masterclass | 13 May 2017

[ May 13, 2017; 1:00 pm; ]
Give Mum a beautiful gift this Mother’s Day.
Westfield West Lakes in collaboration with Bella in Bloom is excited to bring to life this free kids event!

Get creative and design your very own posy to give to Mum for Mother’s Day!

All flowers and items will be provided. This event is designed for children aged 7 years […]

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Kangaroo Island Mother’s Day Pop Up Event | Central Market | 12 May 2017

[ May 12, 2017; ]
Kangaroo Island Mother’s Day Pop Up Event at the Adelaide Central Market
Fresh from Tasting Australia and just in time for Mothers’ Day, the Adelaide Central Market’s Kangaroo Island stall will host a special pop-up event on Friday 12 May 2017.

Visitors to the Kangaroo Island stall will be treated to free tastings between 11am & 2pm […]

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The Ashes Day/Night Test | Australia v England | Adelaide 2-6 Dec 2017

[ December 2, 2017 to December 6, 2017. ]
See history in the making at the first ever Ashes Day/Night Test at Adelaide Oval
The Ashes, one of the world’s greatest sporting contests, returns to Australia for the first time in four years, with Adelaide Oval set to host the second match in the highly anticipated series and the first ever day-night Ashes Test.

The fierce […]

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Strathalbyn Craft Fair | 6-7 May 2017

[ May 6, 2017 to May 7, 2017. ]
Strathalbyn Craft Fair – 6-7 May 2017
Annual arts and crafts gathering
Strathalbyn’s Craft Fair (held every year) brings together talented art and craft people from around the region. They’ll be showcasing their finest works and it’s just in time for Mother’s Day.

There will be raffles, devonshire teas, light lunches and lots of beautiful stalls.

Opening Times:

Saturday May 6  | […]

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Play Croquet on World Croquet Day

Play Croquet on World Croquet Day | Hyde Park Croquet Club | 7 May 2017

[ May 7, 2017; 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm. ]
Play Croquet on World Croquet Day
Hyde Park Croquet Club Pimms and Popcorn FREE event
It’s World Croquet Day on Sunday 7 May and Hyde Park Croquet Club would like you to celebrate with them at their Pimms and Popcorn free event!

Croquet is a growing sport in South Australia because it is so social and can be very competitive as […]

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Ended: WIN a Family Ticket to Color Run Adelaide Dreams Tour | 21 May 2017

WIN a family ticket to Color Run Adelaide Dreams Tour – ENDED
Show your kids a world where there are clouds of colour, smiles are endless, kids rule and dreams do come true. The Color Run Dreams is coming to Adelaide on 21 May and Play & Go have a family ticket to give away! Find […]

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Walk D-Feet MND BIG Breakfast | Adelaide Sailing Club | 7 May 2017

[ May 7, 2017; 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. ]
Walk-D Feet MND
$19 Big Breakfast in the Bistro
In support of the Motor Neurone Disease Association of South Australia (MND SA), come and enjoy a big breakfast, before Walk to D-Feet MND. Adelaide Sailing Club are proud to provide a breakfast special for Walk to D-Feet participants.

$19 for a choice of:

Full English Breakfast (Fried eggs, bacon, […]

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Mothers Day Pamper Night

Mothers Day Pamper Night | Hillbank | 5 May 2017

[ May 5, 2017; ]
Mothers Day Pamper Night
Pop in Friday 5 May 4-6.30pm for Pamper and Parties’ Mothers Day Open Night!

Special offers will be available exclusively to those who attend on the night and there are some fun activities for mums and kids.

Kids can colour in a picture or bookmark for mum
free mini neck massages
Lucky door prize
Silent Auctions […]

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Hahndorf Pioneer Women’s Trail Walk | 7 May 2017

[ May 7, 2017; ]
The Hahndorf Pioneer Women’s Trail Walk is a great community event enjoyed each year by all who participate.
The Pioneer Women’s Trail Walk honours the early European settlers from Hahndorf who supplied Adelaide with fresh produce at a time when most foodstuffs had to be imported into South Australia.

The trail has been developed between Verdun and […]

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The Goodwood Greek Festival | 7 May 2017

[ May 7, 2017; ]
Goodwood Greek Festival 2017 hosted by the Greek Orthodox Community of SA Inc.
The Goodwood Greek Festival is back for 2017.

Proudly presented by the Greek Orthodox Community of South Australia, the festival will be held on Sunday 7th of May 2017  between 11am and 7pm outside the Goodwood Community Centre.

Come along to enjoy a taste of […]

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BGANZ Open Day | Wittunga Botanic Garden | 28 May 2017

[ May 28, 2017; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ]  

The theme of this year’s Open Day is “Botanic Gardens Conserving Plants – Our Lives Depend On It”.
Wittunga Botanic Garden will be a hive of activity on Sunday 28 May, with special guided tours, the planting of an endangered Kangaroo Island species, a Nature Play SA kids activity, a plant sale, coffee and cakes and […]

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Grey Box Day | Belair National Park | 7 May 2017

[ May 7, 2017; ]
Put a piece of natural heritage in your backyard today, go along to the 9th Annual Grey Box Day native plant sale Sunday 7 May 2017!
Choose your own twenty native plants for $30 and join in the fun!

Bring the family for food, music, environmental activities, face painting and more! State Flora Nurseries located within Belair National […]

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Beauty And The Beast | Sing-Along Screenings | 5 – 7 May 2017

[ May 5, 2017; 6:45 pm; May 6, 2017; 1:00 pm; May 7, 2017; 12:00 am to 1:00 pm. ]
Beauty And The Beast Sing-Along Screenings
Become part of the magic of Beauty and the Beast with special sing-along screenings at Event Cinemas.
Beauty and the Beast is a live retelling of Disney’s popular classic 1991 animated film. Bill Condon is directing the film, with an all-star cast that includes Emma Watson (‘Harry Potter’) as Belle, Dan Stevens […]

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Garden Open Day | Launch of Free Little Garden Library | 7 May 2017

[ May 7, 2017; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ]
Garden Open Day – Launch of Free Little Garden Library
There is lots to do for all ages, with plants for sale, succulents galore, sausage sizzle, kids activities, garden talks, plus various workshops to join.

There will also be the launch of a brand new and free Little Library for adults and kids.

The event is free to […]

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Bring It On The Musical | 12 – 21 May 2017

[ May 12, 2017 to May 14, 2017. May 17, 2017 to May 21, 2017. ]
Bring It On The Musical
Dust off your pom poms and join in for some cheer-tastic fun!
Set against the backdrop of the cut-throat world of cheerleading, high school politics, and budding romances, the high flying, high energy Bring It On – The Musical, brought to you by Pelican Productions is set to blow Adelaide audiences away for eight shows […]

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World Migratory Bird Day | Colouring Competition | 10 May 2017

[ May 1, 2017 to May 10, 2017. ]
Help raise awareness about migratory birds and you could win a 12 month unlimited Zoos South Australia Membership!
World Migratory Bird Day is on 10 May 2017 and the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary has decided to celebrate with a colouring competition.
World Migratory Bird Day is an annual global celebration of the incredible journey across hundreds of thousands […]

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START at the Gallery | 2017 Program

[ May 7, 2017; June 4, 2017; July 2, 2017; August 6, 2017; September 3, 2017; October 1, 2017; November 5, 2017; December 3, 2017; ]
START at the Gallery
START at the Gallery offers an exciting introduction to visual art for children and families.  Held on the first Sunday of every month, START is free and includes art activities, tours, live performance and entertainment.  START is recommended for children aged 3-12 years and parent/carer supervision is required. No bookings are necessary.
Upcoming […]

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Hoyts $10* Tickets All Day, Every Day | Starts 27 April 2017

Enjoy the movies with HOYTS $10* tickets all day, every day!
At HOYTS Norwood, Salisbury and Tea Tree Plaza in South Australia, cinema-goers will enjoy $10* movie tickets all day, every day while HOYTS Rewards Members will also receive exclusive access to bonus great value discounts.
With some of the biggest movies of the year still to come, it’s […]

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Your Museum, Your Say! | South Australian Museum | 2017

Transforming the South Australian Museum
The South Australian Museum is one of the most visited museums in Australia, and has the finest collection of Australian Aboriginal cultural objects in the world.
However, many of the Museum’s displays have remained untouched for 40 years and its gallery spaces are too small. The South Australian Museum is proposing a […]

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Earth, Water, Fire | Young Explorers | May 2017

[ May 8, 2017 to May 12, 2017. May 15, 2017 to May 19, 2017. ]  

Formerly known as Tell Me a Story, Young explorers is a program designed especially for 3-5 year olds.
Young Explorers is a free program for 3-5 year old children and their families to enjoy an interactive experience that immerses them in the stories, objects and spaces of the South Australian Museum.

Just like us, our ancestors needed […]

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The Grazing Trail | Rundle Mall | 5 – 7 May 2017

[ May 5, 2017 to May 7, 2017. ]
From Friday 5 to Sunday 7 May you can experience treats galore including coffee, tea, chocolates and wine with the Tasting Australia Grazing Trail, a FREE self-guided foodie tour through Rundle Mall.
Spend an afternoon exploring Rundle Mall and the surrounding laneways and arcades to discover hidden gems, collect take-home samples and enjoy tastings at every […]

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Bring a Bub Movie Sessions | Wallis Cinemas | May, Jun, Jul 2017

[ May 4, 2017; May 11, 2017; May 18, 2017; May 25, 2017; June 1, 2017; June 8, 2017; June 15, 2017; June 22, 2017; June 29, 2017; July 6, 2017; ]
Sit down, relax and enjoy Wallis Cinemas latest movies!
Bring a Bub sessions are special movie screenings held every Thursday morning where babies and toddlers are welcome.  The lights remained dimmed for the comfort of you and your child and the convenience of feeding and tending to your child if required.

Adults at children’s prices. Children under […]

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National Walk Safely to School Day | 19 May 2017

[ May 19, 2017; ]
National Walk Safely to School Day
Parents are being encouraged to leave the car at home and embrace the autumn weather on Friday 19 May 2017 for National Walk Safely to School Day.

Now in its 18th year, National Walk Safely to School Day (WSTSD) is an annual event when all Primary School children will be encouraged […]

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RSPCA Million Paws Walk | 21 May 2017

[ May 21, 2017; ]
The RSPCA’s biggest family friendly fundraising event is back!
On Sunday 21 May 2017, walk to fight animal cruelty at the annual Million Paws Walk event. In South Australia this year the walk will take place in seven different locations across the state.

Register yourself, friends and family to take part in the biggest dog walk in […]

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