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Sight the International Space Station Over Adelaide | Mar & Apr 2017

[ March 30, 2017; 6:50 am; April 1, 2017; 6:41 am; April 2, 2017; 4:51 am; April 3, 2017; 5:34 am; April 4, 2017; 4:44 am; April 5, 2017; 5:28 am; April 6, 2017; 4:38 am; April 7, 2017; 5:21 am; April 8, 2017; 4:31 am; ]
Sight the International Space Station Over Adelaide
Watch the International Space Station pass overhead from our very own Adelaide!
The space station is the third brightest object in the sky and easy to spot if you know when to look up. Visible to the naked eye, it looks like a fast-moving plane only much higher and travelling […]

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Wild Imagination | Outdoors NATURE PLAY Vacation Care & Family Events | Apr 2017

[ March 26, 2017 to March 27, 2017. April 15, 2017; 9:00 am; April 17, 2017; 9:00 am; April 19, 2017 to April 21, 2017. April 22, 2017; 9:00 am; April 25, 2017; 9:00 am; April 29, 2017; 9:00 am; ]
Wild Imagination is a new alternative to vacation care. Get kids outside, and allow them to spend their school holidays in nature!
These school holiday events are based almost entirely outdoors. Kids will hang out in tents instead of classrooms, play with sticks and bugs instead of pens and paper, use nature in craft activities, build […]

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Neighbour Day Celebration in Magill | 26 Mar 2017

[ March 26, 2017; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ]
Neighbour Day Celebration in Magill
Bring the whole family along to this free family event and get to know your neighbours.
There will be activities, music and a free sausage sizzle for all.

Activities include:

Bubble sports
Tai Chi
Dancing
Face painting
Garden demonstrations and advice
Prizes and giveaways

Plus much more…

For more information and all enquiries please visit […]

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Trinity Baptist Fair | Colonel Light Gardens | 25 Mar 2017

[ March 25, 2017; 9:30 am to 3:00 pm. ]
Trinity Baptist Fair is a time of fun for all the family.
Bouncy castles, sideshows, toys, books, plants, cafe, crafts, clothes, dvds, bbq and entertainment from the Colonel Light Gardens Primary School choir and One50 Dance.

You can also sign up for the Treasure Trail where you can purchase a showbag (for a measley $7) which comes […]

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Lobethal Lutheran School Fair | 25 Mar 2017

[ March 25, 2017; ]
The next Lobethal Lutheran School Fair will be held Saturday the 25th of March 2017.

There will be exciting food stalls, all day awesome entertainment, lots of stalls and activities for the family. Zorb Balls, Jumping Castles, Pony Rides, lucky squares, competitions & raffle prizes just to name a few.

Spread the word to friends & family and […]

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Prams at the PIX | HOYTS Cinemas | May 2017

[ March 22, 2017; March 29, 2017; April 5, 2017; April 12, 2017; May 17, 2017; May 24, 2017; May 31, 2017; ]
Prams at the PIX
Relax and unwind, as HOYTS host the latest movies on the big screen, including comedy, drama, action and sci-fi flicks with all tickets just $11 and kids under five FREE!
HOYTS are proud to present weekly Prams at the PIX sessions – creating a baby friendly cinema experience for all parents and carers.

They […]

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Neo Teen Takeover | Art Gallery of SA | 31 Mar 2017

[ March 31, 2017; 5:30 pm; ]
In a Gallery first, Neo is celebrating National Youth Week by throwing an exclusive and free festival just for teens!
At the one-night-only Teen Takeover, get a VIP look at the Gallery after hours as it comes alive with performance, film, music, dancing, theatre, circus and more! Bring old friends and make new ones, as you […]

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Play in the Park | Gawler Youth | 26 Mar 2017

[ March 26, 2017; 9:00 am; ]
Do you live local to Humphrey George Reserve, Evanston Park? Join in on Sunday 26 March 2017, 9am – 12pm for ‘Play in the Park’.
Play in the Park is a series of small events which aims to activate local places and spaces and encourage diverse community activity. Council has partnered with Active Education to deliver a free kite […]

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Beachside Food and Wine Festival | 25 Mar 2017

[ March 25, 2017; 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ]
The 2017 Beachside Food and Wine Festival will be held on Saturday, 25 March 2017 from 12pm – 9pm in conjunction with the Christies Beach Business and Tourism Association.
Join in and experience the City of Onkaparinga’s world class food, wine and beer while enjoying panoramic sea views. The Beachside Food and Wine Festival will also offer […]

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Fauna Adelaide Fringe Review

Fauna at the Adelaide Fringe | Review

[ March 18, 2017; 4:00 pm; March 19, 2017; 4:00 pm; ]
Fauna Adelaide Fringe Review
A five star fabulous show, and winners of the Best Circus and Physical Theatre Award at the Adelaide Fringe ★★★★★
Review by Susannah Marks
I feel very lucky to have seen Fauna at the Ukiyo Tent at the Royal Croquet Club. It was an absolute treat for the senses and the performers deserve the standing ovation they […]

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Funtastico | Adelaide Fringe 2017 | Review

[ March 18, 2017; 3:00 pm; ]
Funtastico | Fringe Review
This mysterious show is all about the power of imagination. Pierre Ulric talks about the power of science, history and imagination and how it influences the creation of illusion.
Ulric is quite mesmerising to watch as he performs a mix of illusion, magic, hypnosis and cards seamlessly. Before performing an illusion, Ulric explains the […]

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WOMADelaide 2017 Review

WOMADelaide 2017 | Review

[ March 10, 2017 7:00 pm to March 13, 2017 7:00 pm. ]  
WOMADelaide 2017 Review
Once again Botanic Park transformed into a magical world of music and dance over the March long weekend as it played host to WOMADelaide, now in its 25th year. WOMADelaide is a fantastic four-day festival with something for everyone. This year there were eight separate stages and as usual a diverse and spectacular line-up.
WOMAD with the […]

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St. Patrick’s Day at Adelaide Oval | 17 Mar 2017

[ March 17, 2017; 8:00 am; ]
Adelaide Oval is turning green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in conjunction with the Irish Australian Association.
Come and revel in Irish festivities on the Telstra Plaza where there will be food and drinks, free entry and live entertainment all day! This event is open to all ages so round up your family and friends for […]

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FREE Outdoor Movie Night – Big Hero 6 | Gawler | 31 Mar 2017

[ March 31, 2017; 6:00 pm; ]
FREE Outdoor Movie Night at Gawler | Big Hero 6
Bring the family along to the National Youth Week FREE outdoor movie night featuring Big Hero 6 on Friday 31 March 2017 at Apex Park!
Arrive early, bring your own bean bag, pillows and blankets! Mr Oopy Kids Bubble Show will also be on from 6pm. Check […]

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The LEGO Batman Movie SBLUG Advanced Screening | Event Cinemas Marion | 19 Mar 2017

[ March 19, 2017; 3:00 pm; ]
The LEGO Batman Movie Advanced Screening
The Southern Bricks LEGO User Group (SBLUG) are running an advanced screening of the LEGO Batman Movie!
This event is a fundraiser for the ongoing running costs of SBLUG. Come along and join in the fun as everyone can watch the new LEGO Batman Movie together. Everyone is welcome (not […]

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Unveiling of Guards Brake Van 8394 | National Railway Museum | 18 & 19 Mar 2017

[ March 18, 2017 to March 19, 2017. ]
“Ever ridden in a heritage carriage more than 100 years old, or ridden in a train with a 1950s diesel up the front?”
The National Railway Museum is presenting a special Heritage Diesel Train weekend, with an opportunity to ride in a vintage carriage, hauled by a 1956 built diesel electric locomotive.

Diesel 801 was built in […]

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The Vale Market | 2017

[ March 13, 2017; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. April 17, 2017; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. June 12, 2017; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ]
The Vale Market
The Vale Market is family friendly, featuring live entertainment from buskers and local acts, plus a FREE BOUNCY CASTLE for the kids!
The Vale Market is open on the following dates and times:

Monday 13 March 2017 (10am-3pm)
Monday 17 April 2017 (10am-3pm)
Monday 12 June 2017 (10am-3pm)

There will be market stalls featuring locally […]

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The Secret Life of Pets | Henley Movie Night | 24 Mar 2017

[ March 24, 2017; 7:45 pm; ]
Come to Henley Square for a free outdoor screening of The Secret Life of Pets!
Taking place in a Manhattan apartment building, Max’s life as a favourite pet is turned upside down when his owner brings home a sloppy mongrel named Duke. They have to put their quarrels behind when they find out that an adorable […]

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$1 Super Sidewalk Book Sale | Oxfam Second Hand Bookshop | 11 Mar 2017

[ March 11, 2017; ]
Book Bargains galore to be found in the Oxfam Second Hand Bookshop’s next amazing $1 Super Sidewalk Book Sale on 11 March 2017, at 5-7 Hutt Street! All sale items $1.
Oxfam have saved up such an amazing collection of fiction and non-fiction books to pass onto loving homes with something for everyone – from bestsellers and […]

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Heritage on Sunday | Strawberry Fair | Tea Tree Gully | 19 Mar 2017

[ March 19, 2017; 1:00 pm; ]
Heritage on Sunday – Strawberry Fair!
Strawberries galore and more at the upcoming Heritage on Sunday event to be held from 1pm – 4pm on Sunday 19 March 2017!
Come along and enjoy everything ‘STRAWBERRY’ including strawberries & cream, devonshire tea, strawberry fruit rockets (ideal for younger visitors), play old-time games under the shade of the big […]

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Magical Park – Heywood Park has turned into a Digital Fantasy Land! | 4 – 12 Mar 2017

[ March 4, 2017 to March 12, 2017. ]
Heywood Park Digital Fantasy Land Magical Park
To celebrate Parks Week in the City of Unley, Heywood Park has been transformed into a Magical Park from Saturday 4 March to Sunday 12 March!
Magical Park is an immersive reality game for children aged 6 to 11, aimed at encouraging families to get outdoors and use their local […]

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Family Fun Day | Car 98 for the SA Variety Bash | Elizabeth Park | 13 Mar 2017

[ March 13, 2017; 10:00 am; ]
Family Fun Day hosted by Car 98 for the SA Variety Bash
There will be “so much entertainment there that you won’t know what to do first”!
Car 98 for the SA Variety Bash is hosting a family fun day at the Eastern Park Football Club from 10am – 4pm on Monday 13 March 2017. Car 98 […]

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Melodies in the Park | 18 Mar 2017

[ March 18, 2017; 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ]
Melodies in the Park
Bring your family and a picnic rug, and enjoy the beautiful setting of Joslin Reserve!
Melodies in the Park is a free open air sunset concert for the whole family to enjoy, featuring ARIA Award winning musical quartet, The Idea of North.

The event will include a fantastic line-up of live music, roving entertainers, giant […]

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Parks Week 4 – 12 Mar 17 | Celebrate Parks Week with Free Park Entry Sunday 12 Mar 2017

[ March 4, 2017 to March 12, 2017. ]
Celebrate Parks Week with free park entry on Sunday 12 March* 2017
Whether you’re walking, riding, swimming, climbing, fishing, kayaking, or just plain relaxing, South Australia’s parks, reserves and marine parks are the perfect place to spend a Sunday. Pack a picnic, bring your friends and family and find out just why parks are so popular.
Parks […]

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Beachside Food & Wine Festival | Christies Beach | 25 Mar 2017

[ March 25, 2017; 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ]
The 2017 Beachside Food and Wine Festival will be held on Saturday, 25 March 2017 from 12noon – 9pm in conjunction with the Christies Beach Business and Tourism Association.
Get along to the Beachside Food and Wine Festival and experience the City of Onkaparinga’s world class food, wine and beer while enjoying panoramic sea views. The […]

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Mt Barker District Show | 25 Mar 2017

[ March 25, 2017; ]
As an annual event, the Mount Barker Show is a great way of bringing a sample of the country to the town.
Mount Barker is changing from its former rural character into a modern urban one; this occasion is a great chance to reconnect the public with the rural activities, crafts and cottage industries of times past.

There […]

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Kid/Dub Time Machine

Kid/Dub Time Machine | Adelaide Fringe | 12-19 Mar 2017

[ March 11, 2017; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. March 12, 2017; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. March 18, 2017; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. March 19, 2017; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ]
Kid/Dub Time Machine
A time travelling dance party for kids featuring Lulu Loud
Kid/Dub, a new show from the creators of the global smash hit show Hot Dub Time Machine, is premiering in Adelaide. Kid/Dub is a family-friendly take on Hot Dub’s world-famous, time-travelling, audiovisual dance party – go on an immersive journey through the history of pop, rock, soul, […]

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Prospect & Enfield Kindergym’s 30th Birthday! | 17 Mar 2017

[ March 17, 2017; 5:30 pm; ]
Prospect & Enfield Kindergym’s 30th Birthday!
Celebrate Prospect & Enfield Kindergym’s 30th Birthday!
They’ll be celebrating with Kindergym activities, face painting, birthday cake and more! There will also be a sausage sizzle and cake stall with plenty of delicious treats! PLUS, there will be a special performance by Ticklish Allsorts at 6:15pm! It will be great fun for […]

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Earth Hour 2017 | Celebrating 10 Years of Progress | 25 Mar 2017

[ March 25, 2017; 8:30 pm; ]
Earth Hour 2017
Celebrating 10 years of progress!
In 2017, the WWF (World Wildlife Fund) is celebrating 10 years of Earth Hour and 10 years of progress on changing climate change. What started as an Aussie grassroots movement has grown into the world’s biggest movement for climate change. Our actions on climate change will shape the future […]

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Melanoma March Adelaide | Henley Beach | 26 Mar 2017

[ March 26, 2017; 8:00 am; ]
Melanoma March
Melanoma March is your chance to help end melanoma. As Melanoma Institute Australia’s annual awareness and fundraising initiative, Melanoma March supports life-changing melanoma research.
Melanoma March is a family and community event where participants march along a short course to raise awareness and funds for melanoma research.

Melanoma March Adelaide will commence from the beachside of […]

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