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July 2008 Events in Brisbane and Queensland

• 2 July (Wednesday) 2008 - State of Origin Game 3 - Visit BCL's Brisbane State of Origin or BCL's Sydney State of Origin page to see venue information, transport, accommodation, and more.

• 2 July (Wednesday) 2008 - Queensland Connections - Free monthly talk series held at the Museum Theatre, Level 2, Queensland Museum, Southbank.
  • Slates to cyberspace: the history of school buildings in Queensland -  An engaging history of school buildings in Queensland from Jinx Miles, Conservation architect. 12.15pm.
  • Sea Shells: mysteries of forms and colours - The mysterious silent lives of molluscs, marine shells and their role in art, history and museum research. Presentation by Dr John Healy of the Queensland Museum. 1pm.
     
• 3 July (Thursday) 2008 - Business Chicks Breakfast - Napoleon Perdis will discuss how he succeeded in the female dominated makeup industry. 7 - 9am, Hilton Brisbane, 190 Elizabeth St Brisbane. Tickets $81 or $700 for table of 10, book online. For more information call (02) 8021 4143.
   
• 3 to 6 July 2008 - Gen Con Australia - 4 days of gaming including Anime, Cos Play, Art Shows, Board Games, Celebrity Appearances, Collectible Cards, Collectible Miniatures, Computer & Console Games, Costume competitions, Live Action Role Playing, Miniature War Games Seminars, Tabletop Role Playing Games, Tournaments and Workshops. Four day ticket $55 pre-booked, or $66 at the door. 7am -9pm, Brisbane Convention Centre.
   
• 3 to 16 July 2008 - Reel Anime - 4 New anime movies: "Appleseed: Ex Machina', 'Vexville',  'Batman: Gotham Knight' and 'The Girl Who Leapt Through Time'. Showing at Dendy Cinemas, 346 George St, Brisbane.
   
• 4 July (Friday) 2008 - NSCA Mental Health Seminar - EVENT CANCELLED.
   
• 4 & 5 July 2008 - High School Musical Presented by Brisbane Junior Theatre Auditions will be on the 21st of June from 1 to 4pm with rehearsals being held on the 30th of June until the 4 July from 8.30am to 5.30pm.  Performances be on the 4th of July from at 6.00pm and 8.00pm and on the 5th at 4.00pm and 6.00pm at 1 Coorparoo Rd off South Pine Road in Warner.
   
• 4 to 12 July 2008 - Brisbane Gang Show - The Gang Show is a musical variety show performed by over 100 youth members of the Scout and Guide movements. Now in its 57th year, the Brisbane Gang Show is one of the longest running consecutive Gang Shows in the world. Humour, dancing and singing, suitable for the whole family.  Adults $22; Concessions (Pensioners/students/children under 14) $14, To book call 3878 3334. Schonell Theatre, The University of Queensland St Lucia Brisbane.
   
• 5th July (Saturday) 2008 - Foster Carer Recruitment Campaign & Family Fun Day 12.00pm to 2.00pm at Pine Rivers Park, Gympie Road, Strathpine
  Caring, compassionate people who have room in their home and heart for a young person in need. Real Carers - Really Needed. Come along for a great afternoon of fun and entertainment, and register your interest in becoming a foster carer. Free face painting.  Baby barnyard animals. Proudly sponsored by Oxmar Properties, Hornets AFL Club, Qld Nurses Union, Online Encounters Pty Ltd, Thiess, Curves Strathpine, Moreton Bay Regional Council and others to confirm. Northside MPs are assisting the Minister for Child Safety, Minister Margaret Keech in searching for foster and kinship carers.
   
• 5 to 13 July 2008 - Abbey Medieval Festival A week of festivities commences with the famous Banquet on Saturday, 5th July, and concludes with two fabulous days of the Medieval Tournament held over the weekend of 12th and 13th July, in the Year of Our Lord 2008. The Abbey Museum holds the festival primarily for educational and cultural purposes and to raise funds to maintain its priceless collections. The festival is the largest authentic medieval event in Australia. It spans a thousand years from Europe's Dark Ages to the High Middle Ages, roughly AD 600 to 1600. In 2007 approximately 18,500 people participated in the week-long festival, while around 14,500 visitors enjoyed the weekend Tournament. This year they had hoped to move to a new permanent festival site. However due to heavy rain and other issues the festival will be at the College grounds again this year.
   
• 5 & 6 July 2008 - Living with Diabetes Expo - Public exhibition that focuses on providing answers and advice to people living with diabetes and their families to help improve their health and lifestyle.  The latest information, research and scientific findings from Australia and all over the world. Tickets $12 adults, $10 concession, family and group tickets available. 10am - 5pm, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane.
   
• 6 July (Sunday) - Guide Dogs Queensland Open Day from 10am to 3pm at its Breeding and Training Centre, 1978 Gympie Rd, Bald Hills.  Visitors get a behind-the-scenes look at how Guide Dogs are trained, see puppies of all ages and learn more about vision impairment; the mobility aids and services the association provides to Queenslanders, free of charge.
   
• 7 to 13 July 2008 - Lavender for Leukaemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma - Volunteers and local businesses around Queensland will be selling lavender teddy bears, lapel pins, lip balm, pot pourri and soaps. For more information please contact the Leukaemia Foundation of Queensland on (07) 3318 4418.
  • *12 July (Saturday) 2008 - Lavender Stall - 9am -2pm, Westfield Strathpine.
     
• 8 July (Tuesday) 2008 - Wizards & Witches Express Steam Train - Travel by steam train from Roma Street Station to The Workshops Rail Museum, enjoy Wizards and Witches Express event and returning to Roma Street Station via coach. Prices include entry to the Museum, and the Wizards and Witches Express event. Adult $49.50, Concession $43.50, Children $29.50, Family (2A+2Ch) $139.00.
   
• 10 July (Thursday) 2008 - Mums Wanting To Work From Home - Alison Basson from Mums In Business will share insights into starting and growing a business. Free, coffee and showbag provided. To book call (07) 3349 7744.
   
• 11 July (Friday) 2008 - Junior Fun Club at Logan Central Library, Woodridge. Meets the 2nd Friday of the month 4.00-4.45 pm
   
• 12 July (Saturday) 2008 - 23rd Annual Colonial/Heritage Ball - Historical dancing including waltzes, varsovianas, schottisches, polkas, mazurkas, jigs and reels. Tickets $35 ($25 before 28 June). 7pm-Midnight, Morningside School of Arts, Wynnum Rd, Morningside.  Practices to learn the dances and details for costumes 28 June & 5 July at UC Hall, Kadumba St, Yeronga 1pm till 4pm. For more information call 3848 7706.
   
• 12 July (Saturday) 2008 - A Night on Broadway -featuring Bernadette Fisher, Daniel Mallari, Lucy McIntosh, Caroline Taylor and Chad Trent. Performances from Broadway shows including Miss Saigon, The Lion King, Jekyll & Hyde, Jesus Christ Superstar, Grease and Les Miserables. Bring a rug and picnic and arrive early for a good spot. Spring Lake District Park, Springfield Lake Boulevard, Springfield Lakes. For more details please call (07) 3280 2222
   
• 12 July (Saturday) 2008 - 30 year reunion Keebra Park High School class of 1978. If you were at Keebra Park between 1973 & 1978 you are welcome to join us for a 30 year reunion. Students and teachers welcome. Email Leanne Kerr at kerr_uk [at] hotmail.com. (See BCL Reunions)
   
• 12 July (Saturday) 2008 - Chamber music for winds & piano - Works by Beethoven and Poulenc. Tickets $20, $10 concession at the door. 7pm, Thomas Dixon Centre, cnr Drake St and Montague Rd, West End.
   
• 12 July (Saturday) 2008 - Talking Heads by Alan Bennett - 3 plays from Alan Bennett: A Chip in the Sugar, Bed Among the Lentils and Lady of Letters. Tickets $34.50 to $39.50, book online. 2pm and 7:30pm, Cremorne Theatre, QPAC, Southbank.
   
• 30 June to 13 July 2008 - NIDA tours Queensland - NIDA on Tour provides access to expertise in theatre, film and television, by bringing short courses to capital cities and regional centres across Australia. In 2008 we tour Brisbane, Gold Coast and Toowoomba these Winter holidays with weeklong and weekend courses for adults and young people. For more information call NIDA Open Program on (02) 9697 7626.
   
• 13 July (Sunday) 2008 - Brookwater Classic Cycle Challenge - relay challenge for teams of 2-4 people. This is a charity event that raises money for the Kim Walters Choices Program.  Registration from 6:45am at Education City, Sinnathamby Boulevard, Springfield. Cost: $220 per team (2 - 4 cyclists) Cost includes buffet brunch, day license and insurance. For more information call Selena Giles on 07 3819 9999.
   
• 13 July (Sunday) 2008 - Royal Run for Research - 8km run or 6km walk taking in the City Botanic Gardens, South Bank, Kangaroo Point and the Goodwill Bridge. Free healthy breakfast for all competitors and prizes for 1st place winners. Entry fees: $20 per person, $50 for a family of four and $60 for a corporate team of four. Registration from 6:30am. For more information call 1300 363 786.
   
• 14 to 16 July 2008 - Brisbane North Institute of TAFE Information Nights - get into the workforce, upgrade your skills, make a career change, or prepare for further study. Call 07 3259 9009 for more information.
  • Bracken Ridge campus on Monday 14 July from 5.30 -7.30pm
  • Caboolture campus on Tuesday 15 July from 5.30 - 7.30pm
  • Ithaca campus on Wednesday 16 July from 5.30 - 7.30pm
     
• 15 July (Tuesday) 2008 - Queensland Schools Term 3 Begins (see AU school holidays) (Monday is a pupil-free day)
   
• 17 July (Thursday) 2008 - Culture and Leadership in Sustainable Business - Professor Dexter Dunphy from the University of Technology Sydney discusses the challenges of leadership and organisational change in sustainable business practices. 5:30 - 7:30pm, Function Room, Level 1, Ship Inn, Sidon St, South Bank. RSVP on (07) 3735 4146. 
   
• 18 July (Friday) 2008 - Fiesta Blancos & Negros - Columbian musicians, dancers and DJs celebrate Columbian Independence Day. Tickets $15 pre-booked or $20 at the door. 8pm - 5am,The Valley Hotel, Level 2, 388 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley.  For more information or to book tickets call 0401 241 777.
   
• 18 July (Friday) 2008 - 'Mamma Mia! Fundraising Event - in support of Children By Choice. 6pm for nibbles, 7pm movie screening. Palace Centro Cinemas, 39 James Street, Fortitude Valley. Tickets $20 including nibbles, book by Friday 11th July by calling (07) 3357 9933.
    
• 18 to 20 July 2008 - Off the Cuff Improvised Theatre Festival - International comedians in 7 improvised comedy shows held across 3 nights. Tickets $22 per night, $16 concession. 7:30pm at the Visy Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse.
   
• 18 July to 3 August 2008 - Brisbane Festival - Biennial international arts festival. Events are held across Brisbane. Events include:
  • 19 July to 2 August 2008 - Feasting on Flesh - Physical theatre, cabaret and burlesque show. Tickets $35 Adults, $28 concession (+booking fee), book online. 9pm, Courier-Mail Speigeltent, Cnr. George & Elizabeth Sts
  • 27 July (Sunday) 2008 - Scheherazade - Middle Eastern food, music and dance. Free. 11am - 4:30pm, DM Henderson Park Granadilla & Padstow Sts, Macgregor.
  • 19 to 21 July 2008 - Villanus - A dark and sometimes humorous reaction to the times: part autobiography, part lies, part visual art, part film, mostly theatre.  Full $15 Concession $10. Metro Arts Studio.
     
• 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.
   
• 19 July (Saturday) 2008 - Special Benefit Screening of 'The Business of Being Born' - this documentary explores the history, culture and economics of childbirth. All proceeds will benefit the Maternity Coalition's new Birthing & Babies Support group. Tickets $10 at the door, RSVPs essential. 11am, Barry Jones Auditorium, Global Information Centre, Ipswich. To RSVP email ipswich [at] maternitycoalition.org.au.
   
• 19 July (Saturday) 2008 - Columbian Independence Day Festival Gala Dinner - Celebrations include Columbian musicians, dancers and DJs. Tickets $45 (includes dinner), to book call 0401 241 777. 7pm-1am, Colosuss Hall, 71 Jane St, West End.
   
• 19 & 20 July 2008 - TSXPO (Tertiary Studies Expo) The most comprehensive tertiary studies event for all school leavers and their parents, mature age students and those seeking to further their career options. Meet with representatives and faculty members from every Queensland university, as well as from interstate and overseas. Also represented will be government agencies, defence forces, private colleges, student services and more. 10:00am to 4:00pm at the Exhibition Building, RNA Showgrounds, Brisbane. Admission is free.
   
• 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.
   
• 21 June to 20 July 2008 - Wizards and Witches Express - Activities include The Workshops Wizards Storytelling, Forest of Knowledge & Garden of Learning, Sorcerers School, Starlight Labyrinth, Broom and Cauldron Dining Car, and the Wizard's Miniature Train Ride (additional charges apply). Museum entry Adult $17.50, Child (ages 3 to 16) $10.00, under 3 free, Concession $14.50, Family (2 Adults and up to 4 Children) $50.00. Workshops Rail Museum, North St, North Ipswich. For more information call (07) 3432 5100.
   
• 20 July (Sunday) 2008 - Jetty to Jetty Fun Run
   
• 21 July (Monday) 2008 - Australian Chamber Orchestra - The Red Tree tour - This is a collaboration between composer Michael Yezerski (The Black Balloon) and Richard Tognetti. Shostakovich's final string quartet accompanies illustrations from Shaun Tan's The Arrival. 8:00 QPAC Concert Hall.  For more details visit the ACO website or call 1800 444 444.
   
• 23 July (Wednesday) 2008 - The Kamkars: The Living Fire Tour - Kurdish music ensemble made up of 9 family members. They perform traditional Kurdish and Persian music. Tickets $75 adults, $67 students, $60 children under 12, book online. 7:30pm, Brisbane City Hall.
   
• 24 & 25 July 2008 - Frogs of the Great South-East - Presented by Greg Czechura, author of the new Queensland Museum guide, Frogs of South-East Queensland. $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
   
• 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.
   
• 25 July (Friday) 2008 - Schools Tree Day is a Planet Ark with a number of schools becoming involved each year. Visit the Planet Ark closer to July 2008.
   
  
• 25 July (Friday) 2008 - 2008 CHI.L.D. Association Lunch for Language - CHI.L.D. Association provides a variety of services for children with severe speech and language impairment. They operate The Glenleighden School at Fig Tree Pocket, the only specialised facility of its kind in Australia. 11am, Riverside Receptions, Oxlade Street, New Farm. Tickets are $85 per person. For further details contact CHI.L.D. Association on 3378 8625.
   
• 25 July (Friday) 2008 - Totally '80s Party -  retro dance party with DJ, dance floorshow, licensed bar and music giveaways. Entry $5.00. 9.00pm, Casablanca Bar, cnr Caxton St & Petrie Tce. For 80s party costumes see Themes for Parties.
   
• 25 to 27 July 2008 - Showstoppers - Songs from the past 35 years of Ignatians performances. Includes songs by Rogers & Hammerstein, Gilbert & Sullivan, Bernstein and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Tickets $30, call 1300 762 545 to book. Schonell Theatre, University of Queensland
   
• 25 to 27 July 2008 - Floressence Botanical Art Exhibition - An exhibition of original artwork by the Botanical Artists Society of Qld. The Auditorium, Mount Coot-tha Botanic Gardens, Toowong.
   
• 26 July (Saturday) 2008 - Forum Communicators 67th Anniversary Luncheon - The theme for the day is "A Measure of Success" and will include speeches by members of Forum Communicators and a keynote speech from Lady Mayoress of Brisbane, Lisa Newman. Indooroopilly Golf Club, 10.30am for 11am start. Tickets $46 members / $50 non-members. Email Glenda at glenmac [at] redzone.com.au or phone 3820 8859 for bookings.
   
• 26 July (Saturday) 2008 - Energy [R]evolution Tour - Get on board Greenpeace ship Esperanza and meet the crew. The ship is docking in Mackay and will be open from 10am - 4pm, bookings essential. For more information and bookings see the website or phone 1800 815 151.
   
• 27 July (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.
   
• 27 July (Sunday) 2008 - Girl's Day Out Sales Extravaganza (inc the Christmas in July Expo) -  Pick up some great deals on fashion, lingerie, jewellery, cosmetics, beauty products, Christmas and occasional gifts.  There will also be many great prizes up for grabs (and they're all free to enter!)  The first 250 people through the door will receive a free show bag. $5.00 entry (all proceeds to  Community Angels ).  10am - 1pm, HQ on Lytton, 400 Lytton Road, Morningside.
   
• 27 July (Sunday) 2008 - Chevy Super Sunday - Open to all Chevrolets and Chev powered vehicles. Entertainment, trophies, food, drinks (alcohol free event), no dogs please. Everyone Welcome - entrants from 8am, spectators from 9am, trophy presentation 1pm. Eight Mile Plains School, cnr Logan and Underwood Rds, Eight Mile Plains.
   
• 27 July (Sunday) 2008 - MS Brissie to the Bay Bike Ride - Choose to ride The Classic  50km "Brissie to the Bay" from South Brisbane to Wynnum and return; The Challenger 25km to Balmoral and back or The Cruiser 10km along the riverside through South Bank. Ride on your own or in a team. After the ride enjoy the celebrations at Musgrave Park. There will be a massage tent as well as live entertainment, prize draws, special guests, a supervised children's activity area and food and drinks for sale. Register online.
   
• 27 July (Sunday) 2008 - "Support Burma" Fundraising Dinner - support humanitarian relief following Cyclone Nargis. All profits will be directly distributed to the cyclone victims through local Burmese networks. Tickets $40 non-student, $30 Students, book on 3377 2249.  Holt and Heath Rooms, Level 3, Aung San Suu Kyi Building (#21) University of Queensland.
   
• 27 July (Sunday) 2008 - Music and Words - chamber music with Southern Cross Soloists and writer Rodney Hall. Tickets: $25 - $48, to book call (07) 3735 6351. 3pm, Auditorium 1, Level 2, State Library of Queensland.
   
• 27 July (Sunday) 2008 - National Tree Day is Australia's biggest community tree planting event organised by Planet Ark. To get involved or find your nearest site go to Planet Ark
   
• 27 July (Sunday) 2008 - Camp Quality Bayside to Bald Hills Walk, Run or Cycle Event - annual non-competitive event where you can walk, run or cycle distances from 6 - 15km from Brighton to Bald Hills. All proceeds go to Camp Quality.  For more information call the Green Apple Wellness Centre on (07) 3261 1249.
   
• 27 July (Sunday) 2008 - Einbunpin Festival -  Sandgate's community celebrations featuring local bands, street performers, community group stalls and a Mullet Tossing Competition. 9am to 4pm, Einbunpin Lagoon Parklands, Brighton Rd, Sandgate. For more details contact the Deagon Ward Office on 3667 6011 during Business Hours.
   
• 31 July (Thursday) 2008 - Anniversary Steam Train - This trip celebrates the anniversary of the first train journey taken in Queensland, which occurred on 31 July 1865. The trip will depart from The Workshops Rail Museum, retracing the same journey as that taken in 1865, and includes a roast lunch and dessert. Adult: $54.50, Concession: $51.50, Children: $47.50. Bookings essential. For more information please call (07) 3432 5100.
   
• Throughout July - Generation C -  works by young photomedia artists from mainland China. Raw Space Galleries, 99 Melbourne St, South Brisbane.
   
• See August events in Brisbane & Queensland

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July 2009

• Mountains to Mangroves Festival - Join in over 35 environmentally focused events, concerts and activities as the Festival celebrates the unique green Mountains to Mangroves corridor that extends from Camp Mt to Boondall Wetlands in North Brisbane. Held every 2 years.
   
• 2009 - Festitalia - at the RNA Showgrounds. This Italian Festival highlights the thriving diverse cultural identities and promotes acceptance and tolerance within Queensland's wider community.
   
• Q150, the 150th year of the foundation of the state of Queensland

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