What’s On In Newcastle? Ironman, Disney Live & Maitland Gaol
Disney Live
Here is your jam-packed What’s On guide for Newcastle this week. The Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain IronMan and IronWoman series swims its way to Newcastle Beach, Disney characters come alive on stage at the Entertainment Centre, Maitland Gaol shows its summer charm + stacks more on offer.
Thursday 10th January
Textile Works Exhibition @ The Australian Museum of Clothing and Textiles, East Maitland
Want to discover the next big artist or designer? The Textile Works exhibition is showcasing the Major Works of 2012 Year 12 students from local high schools and secondary colleges. Located on John Street, East Maitland at Lt. Governors Residence Maitland Gaol, you could also take a tour of the Old Maitland Gaol while you’re at it.
Open Thursday - Saturday 10am- 3pm, and going until 28th February, admission is only $3 (Seniors $2.50). For out-of-hours and group bookings, contact 0458 505 280.
The Imperial Carpetbaggers Tour @ Lizotte’s Restaurant
Featuring both Mark Hilton & The Two Few + David Garnham & The Reasons To Live, both with new albums, be prepared for a wild night. The Two Few have a crazy sound, mixing country blues with urban smarts. Dobro, banjo, mandolin and violin collide in foot-tapping hoe-downs, mood pieces, and beautiful ballads. The Reasons to Live will wow you with country-tinged ballads featuring effortless melody, the odd harmony, and naturally, constant references to gin.
Show ticket only with a-la-carte menu available- $24.00
Show only with bar menu available - $24.00
Visit the Lizotte’s website for more information and booking details.
Friday 11th January
Birds Eye Nippers Clinics @ Newcastle, Nobbys and Cooks Hill Beaches
These Nippers Clinics located across three beaches will provide an excellent opportunity for IronMen and IronWomen of the future to meet today’s competitors, learn some key skills and compete against other Nippers clubs. Each clinic will commence at 11.30am with selected athletes of the IronMen and IronWomen series attending each location. After the clinic, there will be a signing session for all participants. Get in quick and register your little nipper to meet their idols like Ky Hurst and Kristyl Smith!
Summer Night Flicks @ Maitland Gaol
Ever wondered what it would be like to look up at the stars while inside a Gaol? Maitland Gaol is hosting a Summer Night Flicks event, with this week’s movie The Muppets airing on a large screen outside. So bring your chairs or a rug and watch a family fun movie that is FREE for everyone to enjoy. Gates open at 6pm with the film starting at sunset. This is a must-do activity that won’t happen too often and a night you will certainly remember.
Saturday 12th January
Kellogg’s Nutri-Grain Ironman and Ironwoman Series @ Newcastle Beach
There will be fierce competition at this round of the series. Using an Eliminator race format, 17 IronMen and 18 IronWomen will be put to the test, having to use their endurance, power, skill and speed to come out on top. The IronWomen starts at 12.30pm, with IronMen hitting the waves at 2.30pm. If watching it in the flesh is not your thing, Network Ten will be broadcasting it from 2pm - 5pm with previews and replays on One HD.
Newcastle Jets VS Brisbane Roar @ Hunter Stadium
Do you want to see a match over the summer holidays at Hunter Stadium? Why not see the Newcastle Jets clash with Brisbane Roar tonight. Gates open at 6.45pm for a 7.45pm kick-off. Adult tickets start at $22 and Child tickets at $8. Make the most of it and bring the whole family with a 2 Adult and 2 Child pass starting at $50. You can book tickets at PROtickets or at the gates.
Clocktower Markets @ James Street Plaza, Hamilton
If you are after a hand-crafted gem or various commercial products for your home and wardrobe, stop by these markets to stock up on items you won’t find at your local shopping centre. These markets are on every Saturday from 8am-2pm James Street Plaza on the corner of James and Beaumont Streets, so if you can’t make it today, there are plenty more Saturdays in the year!
If you feel like selling goods instead of spending your money, why not have your own stall? Check out their website for details.
Sunday 13th January
Muddy Waters Tribute @ Lizotte’s Restaurant
Prepare yourself for a night of Chicago Blues played by Australian Blues royalty. Muddy Waters is widely considered to be the father of Chicago blues. Reinventing the delta blues into an electric band format became the beginning of what we know as Rock’n’Roll. Often playing on the same bill as The Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton, both of these artists were inspired by the style of Chicago Blues that Muddy invented. Here this style at the one and only Lizotte’s.
Main meal and show - $80.00
Show only with bar menu available - $38.00
Get in quick to experience the authentic American sound of blues by visiting the Lizotte’s website.
Monday 14th January
Fort Scratchley Historic Site
Always wanted to have a look inside this historic site? Take a self-guided or guided tour through the tunnels, around the barracks and above ground defence structures. This is one of Newcastle’s most spectacular vantage points and is worth the visit for the view alone. As the only fort in Australia to have engaged with the enemy in a maritime attack due to an attacking Japanese submarine in World War II, experience a piece of history with general admission free for visitors. Packages are available for families (2 adults and 2 children) at $30, which includes a guided tour of the underground tunnels and two authentic Fort Scratchley water bottles.
The Fort is open six days a week, 10am to 4pm (closed Tuesdays).
Tuesday 15th January
Disney Live! Mickey’s Rockin’ Road Show @ Newcastle Entertainment Centre
Hit the road with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse and their Disney friends such as Tigger, Cinderella and Disney/Pixar’s Buzz Lightyear and Woody for a fun adventure. You and your whole family will be whisked away on a talent search adventure filled with twists and turns and exciting encounters along the way. Performing two shows today at 11am and 2pm, along with an extra show tomorrow at 11am, you do not want to miss out on this spectacle if you have young kids.
A Reserve: $37.50 (*family ticket $140)
B Reserve: $29.50 (*family ticket $110)
*Family ticket admits any configuration of four people
Children under 12 months are free on the knee
Go to the Ticketek website to book or call them on 132 849
Health and Healing - Integrated Medicine Workshop @ Tomaree High School
Are you game for some inner healing after overloading on silly season delights? Head to Salamandar Bay to have a professional teacher speak about avoiding illness, and how to meditate. This is an interactive day for people working on their own healing or to assist others with illness, whether as a family friend or health professional. Learn the key elements and techniques of therapeutic meditation and active imagery, as well as how foods can be used therapeutically. For full details about times and pricing, visit the Health Port Stephens website.
Wednesday 16th January
Funny Bunny’s Nursery Rhyme Adventure @ Newcastle Panthers
Newcastle Panthers will certainly light up with this Nursery Rhyme show that will bring some added value to your child’s holidays. Funny Bunny’s Nursery Rhyme Adventure invites children to put on their bunny ears and sing and dance with Humpty Dumpty, Old Macdonald, Miss Muffet and friends. Help Funny Bunny defeat Wonky Wizard in this interactive show from Youngstars2.com. Don’t forget to bring a toy for their Children’s Hospital Toy Appeal.
Show starts at 10.30am, with tickets from $12 available at the venue and Ticketek. More details can be found at the Funny Bunny website.
Comic Jam - Day One @ Lovett Gallery
Ever wanted to create your own comic? University of Newcastle student Ben Mitchell is conducting a workshop for people to collaborate and create a comic that will be submitted in to the Comic Jam exhibition. This free event goes from 11am-4pm, and is only available for people aged 16-25 years. There is a limit of 10 people so if you want to have a chance to see your work on the wall, dash onto Laman Street pronto! There will also be workshops running on the 17th and 18th January at The Loft in case you miss out.
Thursday 17th January
Kids’ Antarctic Art Exhibition @ Lovett Gallery
This exhibition will host a collection of collaborative works between Australian Children’s Laureate, Alison Lester and children from around the world. In 2005 Alison Lester travelled to Mawson Station as an Australian Antarctic Arts Fellow aboard the Aurora Australis with this special project in mind. Every day of the six-week voyage she sent an email to schools and families around the world, describing her experience. Children responded to her stories with marvelous pencil drawings which they sent her. Alison used these drawings to create the paintings for this Kids’ Antarctic Art Exhibition. The experience was also the catalyst for two picture books, Sophie Scott Goes South and One Little Island. On exhibition until the 23rd February, this FREE showcase is perfect in highlighting what children have to offer.
Gallery Hours: Monday-Wednesday: 9.30am-8.00pm, Thursday & Friday: 9.30am-5.00pm, Saturday: 9.30am-2.00pm
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