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August 2008 Events in Brisbane and Queensland

• 19 July to 1 August - Leukaemia Foundation Doorknock Appeal -  volunteers will be doorknocking to raise vital funds for the 5 Queenslanders diagnosed each day with leukaemias and related blood disorders. Funds collected will go towards research and supporting patients and their families. To volunteer register online or phone 1800 152 211.
   
• 1 to 3 August 2008 - GreazeFest Kustom Kulture Festival - annual weekend celebrating rockabilly music, cars, bikes, dancing, fashion and other cultural elements born in the 1950s. Souths Leagues Club, Davies Park, West End.
   
• 2 August (Saturday) 2008 - QCAT Open Day - The CSIRO's Queensland Centre for Advanced Technologies (QCAT) is Australia's largest research and development precinct for advanced technology industries. On the day you can see robots that go underground, underwater and fly, research in low emission power technology and engines made of aluminium. Scientists and engineers will be on hand to answer your questions. For more information call 3327 4477.
   
• 2 August (Saturday) 2008 -St Thomas's Riverview Kindergarten Trash and Treasure - Cake and produce stalls, preloved clothes, books, toys and bric-a-brac, raffles, scones and coffee. Jumping castle and activities corner for children. 7am - 12pm, St Thomas's Riverview Kindy, 186 Macquarie St, St Lucia.
    
• 18 July to 3 August 2008 - Brisbane Festival (pdf) - biennial International arts festival. Events are held across Brisbane. See website for full program.
   
• 3 August (Sunday) 2008 - The Bridge to Brisbane Fun Run

• 3 August (Sunday) 2008 - Dutton Park Folk & Cultural Festival(pdf) - Fundraiser for Dutton Park State School. Multicultural celebration with world music, dance and food. 10am - 4pm, Dutton Park State School, 112 Annerley Rd, Dutton Park.
   
• 3 August (Sunday) 2008 - Annual Workers Reunion & Ipswich Family Open Day - The event salutes the contribution made by QR workers to the development of the State. It also provides a opportunity for past and present QR workers to reminisce and share stories of their time in the railways. Free entry for past and present QR workers and for Ipswich residents (proof of residency required). Workshops Rail Museum, North St, North Ipswich. For more information call (07) 3432 5100.  (See BCL Reunions)
   
• 3 August (Sunday) 2008 - Symphony Orchestra Concert - Indooroopilly Chamber Orchestra perform Mozart's Magic Flute Overture, Tchaikovsky's Capriccio Italian and Dvorak's Symphony No. 5 in F Major at the Peter Doherty Theatre, Indooroopilly High School, cnr Ward & Turner Streets on Sunday 3rd August at 2pm. Tickets at the door.
   
• 3 to 24 August 2008 - UQ Open Days - The UQ Open Day lets you take a peek inside one of Australia's premier universities. Attend a range of presentations and enjoy various activities and displays. Whether you are planning your future, looking for a change, or wishing to continue studying, don’t miss UQ's Open Days.
  

• 19 July to 4 August 2008 - Peaks to Points Festival - celebrate the diverse natural environment of greater Brisbane's southern region, from Flinders Peak to Moreton Bay. The Festival raises awareness of the diverse eco-systems within this area, through a varied program of arts, cultural and environmental events and activities.  This area encompasses the catchments of Wolston/Centenary, Bulimba Creek, Bayside Creeks and Eprapah Creek. For more information please call (07) 3278 2899.
   
• 4 August (Monday) 2008 - Australian String Quartet perform 'Journeys' - includes Haydn's Fifths Quartet, renowned Australian composer Miriam Hyde's string quartet, and Beethoven's opus 131. Tickets $55, $41 concession, $20 student (service fees may apply), book online or call 136 246. 7pm, Conservatorium Theatre, 16 Russell St, South Bank.
   
• 4 to 6 August 2008 - National Engineering Week Join in some of the many events celebrating the importance of engineering in our community. Events are being held for high school students, community and engineers.
   
• 5 August (Tuesday) 2008 - Bracken Ridge Careers Expo at Brisbane North Institute of TAFE.  Information for school students on employment and careers, including apprenticeships, training, and university courses. 9am to 3pm at BNIT's Bracken Ridge Campus, 157 Norris Road, Bracken Ridge.
   
• 7 to 9 August 2008 - "Common Thread" - a multimedia work with film, animation, dance, song, and drama. Tickets Adults: $14.00, Concessions: $8.00, Families (2 adults + 2 children): $35.00. Balmoral SHS Hall, Thynne Rd, Morningside.
   
• 7 to 14 August 2008 - Faith Artz - Christopher Bailey's latest collection 'Eccentricity' featuring abstract paintings, sculptures & works from other local artists. Circle Gallery,  274 Montague Rd, West End. For more information call 0409 340 130.
   
• 7 to 16 August 2008 - The Ekka - The Royal Brisbane Show
   
• 8 August (Friday) 2008 - Junior Fun Club at Logan Central Library, Woodridge. Meets the 2nd Friday of the month 4.00-4.45 pm

• 8 to 24 August 2008 - Olympic Games in Beijing, China. (See our Beijing Olympics page.)
   
• 24 July to 9 August 2008 - Proof - Pulitzer Prize winning drama about maths, mystery and madness. Contains strong language. Tickets $31.25 adult, $25.25 concession, $21 child. To book call 1300 762 545. Centre Stage Theatre, 25 Quarry St, Spring Hill.
   
• 9 & 10 August 2008 - The Annual Historic Racing and Classic Car Race Meeting now at Morgan Park Race way, Warwick.

• 9 & 10 August 2008 - Pine Rivers Model Train & Hobby Expo -  Individual and club displays of model trains and other hobbies including war-gaming, model cars, historical radios, slot cars and many more. Workshops held on a range of hobby aspects. Trade stands catering for many aspects of hobby displays. Strathpine Community Centre 199 Gympie Road (off Mecklem St) Strathpine. For more information call Darryl on (07) 3264 1647or 0408 069 326.
   
• 9 August (Saturday) 2008 - Bush Dance -  Enjoy an evening of social dance and increase your fitness while learning about our dance heritage. Adults $15,Concessions $10, Children under 12 free. 7:30pm, Morningside School of Arts Hall, cnr Wynnum & Thynne Rds, Morningside.
   
•  31 July to 10 August 2008 - The Brisbane International Film Festival

• 28 June to 12 August 2008 - Generation C -  works by young photomedia artists from mainland China. Raw Space Galleries, 99 Melbourne St, South Brisbane.
   
• 10 to 12 August 2008 - Hervey Bay Whale Festival  A week long festival to celebrate the return of the annual migration and extended stay of the humpback whale to the calm waters of Hervey Bay. See Hervey Bay accommodation
   
• 11 August (Monday) 2008 - Ekka Show Holiday in Pine Rivers, Redcliffe,  Caboolture, City of Logan, Gold Coast – northern, Redland Shire, Balonne, Beaudesert, Biggenden, Boonah, Eidsvold, Esk, Gatton, Gayndah, Cherbourg, Monto, Kilcoy, Kingaroy, Kolan, Murgon, Rosalie, Wondai
   
• 13 August (Wednesday) 2008 - Ekka Show Holiday in Brisbane
   
• 14 to 21 August 2008 - Diverging Stories: Personal journeys of 3 artists - interactive art exhibition featuring 2D and 3D works by Robyn Nuttall, Louise Lawrence and Loueen Silvester. Free. Circle Gallery, 274 Montague Rd, West End. For more information call 0427 314 410.
   
• 15 August (Friday) 2008 - Madonna 50th Birthday Party - A retro dance party playing Madonna's music.  DJ, music videos, giveaways, licensed bar. Entry $10.00 (18+ only). 9.00pm, The Globe, 220 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley. (See Theme's 4 Parties for 80's outfits.)
   
• 15 to 17 August 2008 - World Vision 40 Hour Famine (See also No School Today: Fundraising Activities)
   
• 15 to 24 August 2008 - Centenary of Parks Outback - EPA rangers are hosting a series of overnight adventures in Queensland's parks. Discover the abundance of life and history in the remote and arid landscapes of Queensland. Idalia National Park 15-16 August, Lochern National Park 18-19 August, Welford National Park 20-21 August and Diamantina National Park 23-24 August. For more information call (07) 4652 7333
   
• 16 to 24 August 2008 - National Science Week - Science is alive and kicking in Brisbane!

• 18 August (Monday) 2008 - Cupcake Day for the RSPCA - Grab your cupcake ingredients, dust off your chef's hat and get your mixer ready. RSPCA Qld are looking for people to make homemade cupcakes and sell them. All proceeds go to the RSPCA.  For more information or to register visit the website or call (07) 3426 9932.
   
• 21 to 23 August 2008 - Backyard Insects of the Great South-East -  This will assist participants to identify common backyard insects and determine which are pests and which are not. Presented by Dr Chris Burwell and Dr Christine Lambkin, curators at Queensland Museum. $50 Adults, $45 Concession/additional family members (includes a resource pack). Queensland Museum, corner of Grey and Melbourne Streets, South Bank.  Bookings essential.  For more information visit the Queensland Museum website or call (07) 3840 7555
   
• 21 August to 6 September 2008 - Tartuffe by Moliere Presented by Starlight Theatre Co-op At Centre Stage Theatre, 25 Quarry St, Spring Hill. Auditions will be on the 20 July at 1 pm. Tickets will be from oztix.com.au or by phoning 1300 762 545.

• 22 August (Friday) 2008 - Daffodil Day - support the Cancer Council Australia by buying a bunch of daffodils or Daffodil Day merchandise, volunteering at a merchandise stall, selling merchandise at your workplace or school, or making a cash donation. For more information call 1300 65 65 85. (See also No School Today: Fundraising Activities)
   
• 22 to 30 August 2008 - 'The Cemetery Club' by Ivan Menchell - a St Luke's Theatre Society Production. 8pm at St Luke's Theatre Society, Annerley. See our St Luke's Theatre Society page for more details.

• 24 August (Sunday) 2008 - Baby & Kids Market - huge range of gorgeous, good quality preloved baby and kids goods. At Aviation High (formally known as Hendra Secondary College), Widdop Street, Clayfield. From 9am to 12pm - Free parking. Cash only sales.
   
• 24 August (Sunday) 2008 - Cathedral Classics 2pm Sunday 24 August St John's Cathedral, 373 Ann Street Includes the Oberon Overture and Weber Trumpet Concerto, Haydn soloist Yoram Levy and Stabat Mater. Finally Pergolesi soloists Soprano Angelina Witten-Hannah and Mezzo soprano Gabriella Witten-Hannah.
   
• 27 to 31 August 2008 - Brisbane International Boat Show 2008 This popular event features the latest and greatest boats including trailerboats, cruising vessels and sailboats. Interactive displays and activities include fishing expo, sail hoist competition and extreme water sports. For more information e-mail helen [at] marineqld.com.au or call 07 3899 3333

• 29 August to 7 September 2008 - Riverfestival
  • 30 August (Saturday) 2008 - Riverfire - free fireworks display in the CBD and along the river. Best vantage points are at Southbank and Mt Cootha (or at home in front of the television).

  • Riverfire 2008 on the Cat-O'-Nine Tails (ABSE102 book online with GoDo)
    West End, Brisbane, Queensland
    Riverfire 2008 the most explosive event on the Brisbane River. Come and get the best seat in the house to see this brillant fireworks display. You will enjoy a 5 star seafood buffet with premium wines, beers and spirits. This event is limited to only 60 people so that everyone gets the best view. more details and bookings...

• 30 August (Saturday) 2008 - St Paul's JSSG Community Fair (pdf) - Cha Cha, laser skirmish, animal farm, slides and swings, cake & sweet stalls, BBQ, hot food van, licensed bar, live music, games, competitions, free kids activities, memorabilia auction, raffles, student performances and classroom displays. All day individual ride passes are $20 prepaid and $25 on the day. 10-4pm, Attunga St Playing Fields, St Pauls School, Bald Hills. For more information contact Julie Hardie on 0422 129 208.
   
• 31 August (Sunday) 2008 - Auditions for the Brisbane Musical Theatre Competition 2008 - open to all age groups, solos, duet and small and large groups, theatre groups, dance schools and high schools. Carina Senior Citizens Centre, 1 Edmond Street, Carina.
   
• To be confirmed 2008 - CSIRO Open Day
   
• To be confirmed 2008 - Education City Fiesta 
   
• To be confirmed 2008 - Walk Against Warming is a community walk and festival to call for immediate action to prevent dangerous climate change. For more information on the Walk, or if you would like to help on the day, Ph:(07) 3221 0188 E:admin [at] qccqld.org.au
   
• To be confirmed 2008 - Wildwords Big Night Out
   
• To be confirmed 2008 - Youth Works 2008
   
• See September events in Brisbane & Queensland

August 2009

• Q150, the 150th year of the foundation of the state of Queensland

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