Things to do in Murray Bridge: February 14-20, 2025

If you like meeting people, and buying or swapping things, the Rotary Club of Murray Bridge has just the event for you this weekend.

Okay, that wasn't the most imaginative introduction, but nonetheless, the annual Rotary swap meet makes for a fun morning out.

Just don't make the rookie mistake of showing up too late, when all the good stuff has disappeared.

Scroll down for that and much more.

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Friday 14th 🌦️ 25°

Funeral service for Coral Selma Henry: 11am at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Murray Bridge.

Yarn Space: 11.30am-1pm at Headspace Murray Bridge. A welcoming environment where we can yarn, share and create meaningful relationships and invite elders, other community members and Aboriginal services to occasionally join us; activities include Aboriginal art, bead making, cooking, weaving, walking, yarning circles, social and emotional wellbeing activities and more. Suitable for all First Nations young people aged 12-25. Every Friday during term one. More information: Call Nina on 8531 2122 or email headspace@ireach.org.au.

Newbie to Uni – goal-setting: 4-5pm at Murray Bridge Library. Are you new to uni or about to start a TAFE or higher education course? Come and join former university lecturer Heather and learn the fundamentals to be the best you can be when you are studying. Learn how to set short and long-term goals and to achieve them. More information: 8539 1175.

Unity College year 12 formal: Arrivals 6.15-7pm at Bridges Event Centre.

Brinkley Tennis Club 80-year reunion: 6pm at Brinkley Hall. Recognition of the 50th year of competition for Wayne Schenke and Heather Richards, catch up with past and present members and watch the minor-round match between Brinkley and Jervois from 7pm; food and drinks available for purchase. More celebrations on Saturday.

Saturday 15th 🌦️ 22°

Mannum Lions shed sale: 8am-12pm at Mannum Showground. Loads of quality second-hand goods, including furniture and appliances, for rock-bottom prices.

Kids DIY – hula hoop: 10am-12pm or 1-2pm at Bunnings Murray Bridge. Create your own hula hoop using irrigation tube, decorative tape and more. This workshop is suitable for kids aged three and up, who must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Bookings essential: bunnings.com.au.

Resin art workshop: 1-3.30pm at Parklane Motel and Restaurant, Murray Bridge. This is a fun and easy class, open to anyone over the age of 18 years old but not recommended for pregnant women. You'll make a serving board that will be the envy of all your friends which will be ready for collection the following day between 9.15-10am. Bookings: $120 per person, including all materials, at www.eventbrite.com.au.

Brinkley Tennis Club 80-year reunion: 3pm at Brinkley Hall. Great opportunity to catch up and reminisce; please bring a plate of afternoon tea to share, tea and coffee provided.

Skate, BMX and scooter competition: 5pm at Murray Bridge Skate Park, Sturt Reserve. This is an SPL event, all welcome; scooters 5pm, BMX 6.30pm, skaters 7.30pm. A great way to cheer on young riders and see some amazing talent. More details, registration: Visit skatepark.ymca.org.au or contact the Station on 0427 400 635.

Sports-themed bingo: 5.30pm at the Jervois Combined Sporting Club. Annual fundraising event for Jervois Tennis Club; come dressed in something sporty; bar from 5.30pm, food from 6-6.30pm, bingo at 7pm. Bookings: $10 for five rounds; contact Chantelle on 0438 318 327.

Mannum Dragonboat Club quiz night: 5.30-9pm at Mannum Community Club. Dinner at 5.30pm followed by quiz at 7pm. Book: $25 for dinner, $10 for the quiz; contact the Club on 8569 1010.

Open Slather: 6-11.30pm at the Palmer Hotel. Free entry, giveaways and loads of classic/party rock including the hits of the Kinks, AC/DC, Powderfinger, Green Day, Pink Floyd and so many more. Dinner bookings, more information: 8569 4054.

Whole Lotta Zepp: 8.30pm at the Swanport Hotel. Be taken back in time to hear classic hits of Led Zeppelin. Tickets: $21 from www.fringetix.com.au.

Sunday 16th 🌤️ 24°

Rotary swap meet: From 6am at Murray Bridge Showground. Presented by the Rotary Club of Murray Bridge. Entry: $7 buyers and sellers, children free.

Kids DIY – hula hoop: 10am-12pm or 1-2pm at Bunnings Murray Bridge. Create your own hula hoop using irrigation tube, decorative tape and more. This workshop is suitable for kids aged three and up, who must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Bookings essential: bunnings.com.au.

Exhibition opening: 1.30pm at Murray Bridge Regional Gallery. Artist talk with Lyn Anstey 1.30pm, opening of her exhibition Murray River Calling and Aboriginal artists' exhibition Saltbush Country 2-4pm; guest speaker Jenny Gregson of the Royal South Australian Society of Arts and Kalori magazine. RSVP: events.humanitix.com.

Mick Kidd: 2-5pm at the Swanport Hotel. Join local legend Mick Kidd and while away a lazy Sunday afternoon with some classic tunes. Bookings, more information: 8532 3666.

Monday 17th 🌤️ 29°

Wood burning: 9.30am-12.30pm at Murray Bridge Community Centre, 18 Beatty Terrace. Come and try wood burning using a heated tool like a soldering iron to etch designs onto plywood on Mondays in term one. Bookings: $5 per session plus a materials fee; call 8531 1799 or email reception@mbcci.org.au.

Funeral service for Maurice Paul Deuter: 10.30am at the Bremer Road Cemetery, Murray Bridge.

Lifeblood pop-up donor centre: 11.15am-6.15pm at John Dohler Hall, Murray Bridge. Give life – give blood; continues until Thursday. Book now: www.lifeblood.com.au.

Tuesday 18th 🌤️ 30°

Parent/Child Mother Goose: 9.30am at Mannum Leisure Centre. Every Tuesday during term one, for children aged 0-5 and their parents/caregivers. Features intergenerational sessions, insightful speakers and a supportive environment. For more information, call 8572 3513. Bookings appreciated: www.trybooking.com.

Coorong District Council meeting: 10am-1pm at the Coorong Civic Centre, Tailem Bend. All welcome. If you can't make it in person you can watch a live stream on the Coorong District Council YouTube channel here.

Lifeblood pop-up donor centre: 10.30am-7.15pm at John Dohler Hall, Murray Bridge. Give life – give blood; continues until Thursday. Book now: www.lifeblood.com.au.

Lego Club: 4-5pm at Murray Bridge Library. Let your imagination run wild. Fortnightly on Tuesdays during term for ages 5-12. Bookings essential: 8539 1175.

River Murray Youth Council: 4.30-6.30pm at the Swanport Wetlands. This event is for prospective RMYC members (young people in years 7-12) and their parents/families. It’s a fun, interactive way to connect with nature, gain new skills and be inspired to be part of a like-minded group. Includes a frog and fish monitoring survey. More information, book: Contact Alice at alice.woodward@sa.gov.au or call 0498 283 929.

Wednesday 19th 🌤️ 26°

Pathfinders national Aboriginal birth certificate program: 9.30am-3.30pm at the Ngarrindjeri Aboriginal Corporation, 4 Third Street, Murray Bridge. Indigenous applicants can get a copy of their birth certificate on the same day.

Lifeblood pop-up donor centre: 9.30am-5.15pm at John Dohler Hall, Murray Bridge. Give life – give blood; continues until Thursday. Book now: www.lifeblood.com.au.

Where Does it Go? Brinkley Talks Rubbish: 11am-12pm at Murray Bridge Library. Staff from the Brinkley Waste and Recycling Facility want to answer all your questions! You'll come away with an understanding of why your kerbside bins matter, what the future holds for recycling and plenty of interesting facts to share with family and friends. More information: 8539 1175.

Band Connections: 4-6pm at the Station, Murray Bridge. Band Connections offers fun opportunities for young people aged 12-25 to develop their talents, build confidence, and connect with others. Instruments available, play with others and learn new songs. More information: Call Aidan on 0427 400 635.

Thursday 20th 🌤️ 26°

Lifeblood pop-up donor centre: 7.30am-2.45pm at John Dohler Hall, Murray Bridge. Give life – give blood. Book now: www.lifeblood.com.au.

Let's Play with Music: 9.15-10am at the Square Community Centre, Murray Bridge. Every Thursday during school term join this music based program for caregivers and their little ones to build confidence and social connections. Stay after for a nibble and chat. Bookings essential: 8531 1799 or reception@mbcci.org.au.

Parent/Child Mother Goose: 9.30am at Tailem Bend Primary School. Every Thursday during term one, for children aged 0-5 and their parents/caregivers. Features intergenerational sessions, insightful speakers and a supportive environment. For more information, call 8572 3513. Bookings appreciated: www.trybooking.com.

Community Photography and Film Club information session: 2-3pm or 5.30-6.30pm at Murray Bridge Library. Are you a keen photographer or a budding cinematographer? Come along to our information sessions and find out more. Bookings essential: 8539 1175.

Hangout: 3.30-5.30pm at Headspace Murray Bridge. Hangout is open to all young people aged 12-25, come along and join in on the fun. Snacks are always on offer, and all young people are welcome. Activities can include outdoor sports and other activities, rock painting, badge making, creative art activities and movie nights. More information: Call 8531 2122 or email headspace@ireach.org.au.

Bedtime stories: 6-6.30pm at Murray Bridge Library. Put on your pyjamas and bring along your favourite teddy. Fortnightly on Thursdays. More information, book: 8539 1175.

Correction: The Unity formal is at the racecourse, not the town hall.

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