Sunshine Coast Comedy Cruise
Bart Freebairn turns ordinary tales into wonderful adventures. Join him for one of the Coast’s awesome sunsets and some huge belly laughs aboard the beautiful MV Mudjimba. This is the only event of this kind in the region and spaces are limited so be sure to secure your tickets. There will be a fully stocked bar on board, so this is an 18+ event.
When: Friday, June 23, 5.30pm.
Where: The Wharf, 123 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba.
Entry: $60 via Mooloolaba Canal Cruise.
The Cat In The Hat
The school holidays are here, so what to do with your Thing One and Thing Two? Bring the whole family to Dr Seuss’s The Cat In The Hat for an experience they’ll never forget. The Cat In The Hat interrupts a rainy afternoon with his unexpected visit to Sally and her brother’s cosy home. He will teach us all to make our own fun with nothing but a little imagination.
When: Friday, June 30, 10.30am and 1pm.
Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Entry: $40 via The Events Centre.
An Osprey Odyssey
The Arts and Ecology Centre invites you to an exhibition of photography by Stephen Spence. The epic odyssey of two ospreys whose nest was destroyed by a storm has been 10 months in the making. Follow their incredible journey as they search for a new home, rebuild their nest from scratch, face countless obstacles, forge new friendships and start a family. It’s a tale of resilience, determination, and the unbreakable bond between devoted birds.
When: Sunday, June 25, to Sunday, July 9, 10am to 2pm.
Where: Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden, 51 Palm Creek Road, Tanawha.
Entry: Free. More information via Sunshine Coast Events.
Teeny Tiny Stevies
ARIA Award-winning children’s artists Teeny Tiny Stevies are heading out on the road for their most comprehensive national album tour to date. Fresh off the back of their new album How To Be Creative, the fun-loving band will stop in at Caloundra and perform an entertaining mix of fan favourites and new material from this album. How To Be Creative is a 10-song masterclass in embracing the creative urge, overcoming self-doubt, trying new things, learning from mistakes, working with others, and the superpower that is perseverance.
When: Monday, June 26, 10.30am.
Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Entry: $35 via The Events Centre.
Celebrating 40 Years of Nature in Art
The Queensland Wildlife Artists Society Inc is celebrating its 40th anniversary with an exhibition showcasing the diverse range of Australian nature artworks by members. Art demonstrations will be held each day. All artworks and merchandise will be for sale. On July 1, a special children’s try-out day will involve various artists and media.
When: Saturday, June 24, to Sunday, July 2.
Where: Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, 148 Mountain View Road, Maleny.
Entry: Free.
Shorebird Portraits
Discover the Maroochy River’s incredible shorebirds and learn how to capture their beauty in this workshop series, with Cheryl Nonmus from Paintbox Art School. Cheryl will teach children different mixed-media techniques to create their own species-specific portraits of local and migratory shorebirds.
When: Wednesday, June 28, 10am.
Where: Maroochy Wetland Sanctuary, Sports Road, Bli Bli.
Entry: $10 via Eventbrite.
Project Pink: James Squire Degustation
The Savvy Squire is going pink for a good cause. In support of Project Pink, enjoy a four-course dinner with James Squire beer paired. Doors open at 6pm with a cocktail on arrival, live entertainment and raffles throughout the evening. Get your ticket early so you don’t miss out. The full proceeds will be going to Project Pink.
When: Friday, June 30, 6pm.
Where: James Squire, 123 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba.
Entry: $102 via Oztix.
Magical World of Crazy Science
The world’s craziest science show will take you on a wild ride with your host, multi-award-winning entertainer, scientist and teacher Richard Scholes. This Magical World of Crazy Science is a unique show that incorporates science, magic, comedy mime and music to entertain all ages.
When: Wednesday, June 28, 10am.
Where: Venue 114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina.
Entry: $15 via Venue 114.
Saltwater Dreaming
The artworks of Dr Hope O’Chin, known as Aunty Hope in her community, link back to her Mother’s Country of the Sunshine Coast and the dreaming/creation/spiritual stories embedded within that place and within her. The Saltwater Dreaming: Recent Works by Dr Hope O’Chin exhibition is a wonderful example of Aunty Hope’s generous creative and cultural sharing. The body of work links her People’s story of the first surfer (the dolphin) to the current board surfers of the waves and how both co-inhabit on the shores of her Country. This exhibition is a visual example of humans and other species working together to maintain the ecosystems of the coastal region.
When: Friday, June 30, to Sunday, August 13, 10am to 4pm.
Where: Caloundra Art Gallery, 22 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra.
Entry: Free. More information via Caloundra Regional Gallery.
Weekend gig guide
Friday, June 23
- Bearfoot, Solbar, 7pm
- Mufassa and the Pride, Maleny Lane, 6pm
- Shorrock and Cadd, The Events Centre Caloundra, 8pm
- Harri Bandhu, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm
- KlusterfunK, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm
- Colin Dodds, Coolum Surf Club, 8.30pm
- Junction Road, Cooroy RSL, 6pm
- The Febs, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm
Saturday, June 24
- Charlie Owen, Norton Music Factory, 6pm
- Big Blue Eyes, Solbar, 7pm
- Bondi Cigars, Kings Beach Tavern, 8pm
- Ricky the Rockstar, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm
- Laura Doolan, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm
- Alexis, Coolum Surf Club, 8.30pm
- Deon Powter Band, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm
- Undercover Blonde, Palmwoods Hotel, 8.30pm
Sunday, June 25
- Poco Loco Duo, Maroochy RSL, 6pm
- Ricky the Rockstar, Mooloolaba Surf Club, 2pm
- RockGodz N Mirrorballz, Alex Surf Club, 4pm
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