Things to do in Murray Bridge, August 12-18, 2022
All you need to know about Bridge Arts' exhibition opening, National Science Week activities and acoustic sessions at the Station.
This week, art and science join forces as SALA continues, and many fun(gus) activities are on for National Science Week.
Bridge Arts celebrates the official opening of their SALA exhibit, Random Acts of Art – one of many exhibits in the region that are opening this week.
Bridge Arts member Di Dawson said art was a great way for people from all walks of life to connect.
“We are a community group and an arts group, so we welcome all people, whether you’re a beginner artist or you’re more advanced,” she said.
“This year our exhibition has art from a lot of new members and existing members … it’s a real mixed bag.”
Over in the science world, join in on Funky Fungi and Groovy Grasslands day on Sunday, or treat the kids to an after-school session of Science Experiments.
Friday ☂ 16°
Random Acts of Art official opening: 5-7pm at Murray Bridge Marketplace. Bridge Arts put on an eclectic collection from various local artists, exploring different media, themes and disciplines.
Saturday ☂ 16°
River Murray football and netball: Tailem Bend v Imperials at Jaensch Park, Mannum v Ramblers at Mannum Oval, Meningie v Mypolonga at Meningie Oval, Jervois bye.
Acoustic sessions live at The Station: 6-9pm at the Station. The 10th anniversary event will showcase live music in an intimate setting. Enjoy this performance from young emerging musicians from the Station’s Band Connections program. The session is an alcohol free-event and free for all ages. Coffee, drinks and food will be available. For more information contact Aiden on 0427 400 635 or at a.fargher@murraybridge.sa.gov.au and follow the Facebook event.
Sunday ☂ 17°
Federation Ultra Trail: 7.30am-5pm at Monarto Sports Complex. This year marks the fifth running of the trail, which stretches 80 kilometres in total. Runners can do 10km, 25km, 50km, the full length, or work as a relay team; all will be treated to exclusive access to Monarto Safari Park’s walking trails, which allow glimpses of the animals in the park. For more information, visit www.mmievents.net.au.
Ranger-guided 4WD tag-along tour: 9-4pm at Ngarkat Conversation Park. Join the rangers for a tour through the south-west region of the park, join in the activities on offer, and hike along the walking trails of Mount Rescue and Gosse Hill. To book or find out more information, visit eventbrite.com.au.
Funky Fungi and Groovy Grasslands field walk and talk: 1-5.30pm at Mowantjie Willauwar Conservation Park and Tailem Bend Town Hall. Be a citizen scientist as you take a guided walk through the park, recording sightings on your fungi map along the way; then learn about the important roles of fungi in the environment at the town hall. The event is free; register for one or both sessions at eventbrite.com.au.
SALA exhibition opening: 1-4pm at Murray Bridge Regional Gallery. Join artists Cynthia Schwertsik and Angela Roesler to celebrate the official opening of their exhibitions, and the 2022 Refugee Week Poster Awards installation. The event is free; to book, visit eventbrite.com.au.
Monday ⛅ 16°
Pop-up blood donor centre: 12-6pm at John Dohler Hall, 31 Swanport Road. Run by the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood. Check availability at my.donateblood.com.au.
Candidate information session – council elections: 6pm at Coorong District Council. If you are thinking about nominating for council in the upcoming elections, attend the info session to learn more about the process. The event is free. For more information, visit coorong.sa.gov.au.
Tuesday ⛅ 18°
Pop-up blood donor centre: 10am-6.30pm at John Dohler Hall, 31 Swanport Road. Run by the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood. Check availability at my.donateblood.com.au.
Science Experiments: 3.30pm at Mypolonga Primary School. This after school activity is hosted by Tailem Bend Communities for Children. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is free so spaces are limited, follow the link to book.
Wednesday ⛅ 20°
Murray Bridge art walk: 10.30-12.30pm, commencing at the Murray Bridge Regional Gallery. Join the art gallery team as you take in the SALA exhibitions before heading out to explore public art in the streets of Murray Bridge. Attendees are encouraged to wear comfortable walking shoes and weather appropriate clothing. Cost is $6 and bookings are essential, visit this link.
Science Experiments: 3.30pm at Tailem Bend Community Centre. This after school activity is hosted by Tailem Bend Communities for Children. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is free so spaces are limited, follow the link to book.
Pop-up blood donor centre: 10am-6.30pm at John Dohler Hall, 31 Swanport Road. Run by the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood. Check availability at my.donateblood.com.au.
Thursday ⛅ 17°
Pop-up blood donor centre: 8.30am-3pm at John Dohler Hall, 31 Swanport Road. Run by the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood. Check availability at my.donateblood.com.au.
Band of the South Australia Police: 11am-12pm at Murray Bridge Town Hall. Come along and enjoy the music from this ensemble. The event is for all ages; tickets are $20 at events.ticketbooth.com.au.
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