07 Oct What’s On around the Gladstone Region from October 7
October 9 – 10
ReefClean – Curtis Island Community Beach Clean Up
Where: Curtis Island
More: Curtis Island Beach Clean-Up is one of Tangaroa Blue’s twice – yearly ReefClean Projects aimed at helping prevent marine debris impacting the Great Barrier Reef. As part of the clean-up volunteers collect marine debris, sort and enter into the Australian Marine Debris Initiative Database. Spaces are limited, contact Ian Anderson via ian@tangaroablue.org or 0458 737 760 to book your spot.
October 14
Rainbow on the Reef Parents & Friends Connect
Time: 10am
Where: Lightbox
More: Is someone you love a member of the LGBTQIA+ community? Parents and friends who would like to connect and support one another are invited to an informal catch up over coffee. For more information contact the Rainbow on the Reef via their Facebook Page.
October 14
ARTmatters’ Bubbles & Brushes
Time: 6pm
Where: ARTmatters at 3 Pitt Street
Cost: $55
More: Create your very own picture on canvas in three hours while having a few drinks and enjoying a cheese and nibbles platter. Cost includes drinks, food, tutor and all art materials. Contact Jen on 0482 911 030 or jenniferhollstein@gmail.com to book.
October 16
3 Legends in Concert
Time: 8pm
Where: Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre
Cost: $69.50 (adults)
More: Don’t miss the chance to relive all the great memories and all the great songs when these three music legends – Normie Rowe, Dinah Lee and Jade Hurley – come together for one show only. Visit www.gladstoneentertainment.com to secure your tickets.
October 17
Rotary Charity Markets
Time: 7am – 12noon
Where: Tondoon Botanic Gardens
Cost: Free
More: Grab a coffee and brunch and enjoy the beautiful gardens while perusing a variety of market stalls selling everything from fresh fruit and veggies to home-made Knick knacks and art and crafts. There will be a variety of food vans on-site and free musical entertainment.
October 30
Hats off to our Farmers Gala
Time: 6pm
Where: Gladstone Events Centre
Cost: $180
More: Hosted by Aussie Helpers, all proceeds from the inaugural Gladstone Gala will be donated to rural communities doing it tough due to crippling drought. Tickets include a three course meal, champagne, entertainment by the Baker Boys Band, live auctions and raffles. Visit www.aussiehelpers.org.au to buy your tickets now.
