Things to do in Murray Bridge: January 17-23, 2025
Your guide to a local youth event, a family fun film, Cricket Club ladies day and more.

This kids won't be bored this weekend with the Rhyme, Grind and Climb event back on in 2025.
The community will have a chance to see local talents showcase their skills on the big stage.
And for the ladies, Bremer Callington Cricket Club are hosting a Ladies Day at the Callington oval.
Have a great weekend and stay sun safe.
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Friday 17th 🌞 31°
Family film - Garfield: 10am-11.45am AND 2pm-3.45pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Garfield is forced to leave his perfectly pampered life in order to take part in a high stakes heist. And an incredible outdoor adventure begins! Bookings at the library - 8539 1175
Funeral service - Gladys Patricia Hausler: 2pm at Minge Chapel.
Memorial for Nathan Perrett: 3.30pm at Sturt Reserve. Afternoon tea will be provided, wear green.

Saturday 18th 🌞 37°
Discover Your Flow - A Day Retreat by the River: 9am - 5pm at Mary Ann Reserve, Mannum. This retreat offers the perfect opportunity to relax, connect, and nurture your mind, body, and spirit through yoga, creativity, and community. Includes a range of activities, fully catered lunch and refreshments. Bookings essential, limited place left. Tickets $140 from events.humanitix.com
Horse racing: Gates - 11.00am, first race at 12.27pm at the Murray Bridge Racing Club, Brinkley Road, Murray Bridge. There's nothing like a day at the races. Tickets start from $22.07 at www.moshtix.com.au
Bremer Callington Cricket Club Ladies Day: 1pm - 5pm at Callington Oval, Callington. Raffle, activities, games, fun for all! Whether you're a cricket enthusiast or just looking for a good time, this event is perfect for you. Combined with the McGrath Foundation Pink Stumps Day with $5 from all tickets to the McGrath Foundation. Tickets $27.78 (non-alcohol + food) or $59.54 (inc alcohol + food) at www.eventbrite.com.au
Rhyme, Grind and Climb: 5pm - 8.30pm at Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. With skateboard, scooter and BMX workshops, live Hip Hop performed by local young people from The Station's hip-hop connect program, giant rock climbing wall, food trucks, SANFL Footy Fun Zone, activities & games, this event will be a hit with the whole family. This is a free, family friendly, all ages inclusive event – no alcohol permitted.
Drag Racing (Day 1): Gates: 9.30am, Qualifying: 10am - 2pm; Eliminations: 3pm - 8pm at Dragway at The Bend, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Track Championship Double-Header Rounds 2 & 3 featuring SA's best Sportsman drag racers competing for Summit Championship glory. This is an ANDRA sanctioned event. Tickets from www.outix.co

Sunday 19th 🌤️ 39°
Drag Racing (Day 2): Gates: 9.30am, Qualifying: 10am - 2pm; Eliminations: 3pm - 8pm at Dragway at The Bend, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Track Championship Double-Header Rounds 2 & 3 featuring SA's best Sportsman drag racers competing for Summit Championship glory. This is an ANDRA sanctioned event. Tickets from www.outix.co.
Meet the One Nation candidates: 2pm at the Guide Hall, 16 Standen Street, Murray Bridge. Meet candidate for Barker Cody Scholes, Senate candidate Jennifer Game and candidate for Mayo Rebecca Hewett.
Monday 20th 🌤️ 34°
Pro-Velo League Stage 3: Gates from 8am at The Bend Motorsport Park, Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Women's race - 8.30am (93km), Men's race - 11.30am (115km). Watch the final stage of the SA Kickit pro-cycling weekend as the teams take on the GT circuit, the 2nd longest permanent racetrack in the world. Food and drink options available, free admission.
Baby playgroup: 10.30am - 12 noon at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join us for songs, stories, play & connections. All welcome. Please contact Kelly or Alice at Tinyeri for bookings 0467 407 910
Hangout: 11am - 12.30pm at AC Care Murraylands, 29 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. AC care invites you to hangout and have fun with baking/cooking, card games, arts & crafts and other activities thes school holidays. For young people aged 12 - 18. To register or for more information call Nateesha - 8531 4900.
Kids Craft - Cork People: 3pm - 4pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Come along for a fun craft activity to make a family of Cork People! Ages 5-12yrs - adult must accompany child. All welcome. Book your spot - 8539 1175
Come and Try Tennis: Junior coaching 5pm - 6.30pm, Seniors social hit from 7.00pm at the Tailem Bend Tennis Club (netball courts). Please bring water and own racquet if possible and wear appropriate footwear. Free BBQ, all welcome. RSVP to Leah Kowald - 0438 050 090
Tuesday 21st ⛅ 30°
Yarn Group: 9.30am - 12noon at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Come down to the library to meet like-minded knitters for a chat and a cuppa while you stitch. Yarn provided, all welcome. Every Tuesday and Thursday. Call 8539 1175 for more information.
Wednesday 22nd 🌤️ 29°
Summer Splash Family Fun Day: 10am - 1pm at Tailem Bend Primary School, 1 Murray Street, Tailem Bend. Access via Library Lane). We’ve gone all out with jumping castles and tons of fun activities planned, but we need your support! Featuring dunking tank, mini-golf, waterslide and loads more. For children aged up to 12 years (must be accompanied by an adult). For more information call - 8572 3513. Bookings are essential - www.trybooking.com
Thursday 23rd ⛅ 28°
Connect to Thrive Open Day: POSTPONED.
Hangout: 2pm - 3.30pm at AC Care Murraylands, 29 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. AC care invites you to hangout and have fun with baking/cooking, card games, arts & crafts and other activities thes school holidays. For young people aged 12 - 18. To register or for more information call Nateesha - 8531 4900.
Stitch-Em-Up Sewing Group: 5.30pm - 7.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join like-minded individuals who love sewing and learn a thing or two. Open to all ages, beginners and advanced sewers. Contact the Library on 8539 1175
Bedtime Stories: 6pm - 6.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Come along in your pyjamas and bring your favourite teddy!
Fortnightly on Thursday's. Contact the Library on 8539 1175 for more information
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