October in the Hawkesbury - What's on
Every Sunday 10am to 4pm
Australiana Pioneer Village - Wilberforce
Take a journey into Australia's colourful past and visit the Australiana Pioneer Village in Wilberforce.
- Visit this unique NSW Heritage Listed site on 27 acres of picnic grounds situated on the Hawkesbury River at Wilberforce.
- Step back in time and wander through the village grounds.
- See the blacksmith striking his forge as he turns out assorted ironware.
- Hear bush musicians singing tunes from our colonial past.
- Visit the Damper Camp where you can enjoy a mouth watering serve of damper with cocky's joy and billy tea, or the Oxboro Inn where good family food is available.
- Visit speciality shops where unusual Australian gifts and souvenirs can be purchased.
- There's something for everyone at Australian Pioneer Village.
Open Every Sunday 10am to 4pm
Entry: Adults $5.00, Children $3.00, Family $15.00
Rose Street, Wilberforce NSW 2756
Phone: (02) 4575 1777
www.theaustralianapioneervillage.com.au
Mount Wilson Open Gardens
Spring and Autumn
Mount Wilson is famous for its magnificent cool climate exotic gardens. Many gardens are open all year round; Spring and Autumn are the most popular seasons when the gardens are at their most colourful.
For further information please click here
Turn off Bells Line of Road west of Mt. Tomah
7th October 2012 (Sunday)
Hawkesbury's Food, Wine & Music Raceday
* Excellent Wine stalls
* International cuisine
* FREE entertainment
* FREE parking
$10 general admission, pensioner & senior card holders free
Phone 4577 2263
Hawkesbury Race Club
Racecourse Road ,
Clarendon (opposite RAAF Base)
Website: Hawkesbury Race Club – Horse Racing
7th October 2012 (Sunday)
The Australiana Pioneer Village
All Cultures Day
For details Phone: 02 4575 1777
Mobile: 0438 751 775
www.theaustralianapioneervillage.com.au
Rose Street
Wilberforce NSW
Until 14th October 2012
Hawkesbury Regional Gallery
Northern Impressions
A celebration of Contemporary Printmaking
Toured by Artback NT: Arts Development and Touring in conjunction with the Council for the Arts and Northern Territory Government
Strong Women
Strong Painting Strong Culture
More than 50 works by senior women artists celebrating the power and importance of contemporary women's art making in desert Aboriginal communities, including exuberant canvases, batik, fibre art, textile sculpture carving and etchings.
Deerubbin Centre
300 George Street
Windsor NSW 2756
Phone: 02 4560 4441
Hawkesbury Regional Gallery Exhibition Programs
14th October 2012(Sunday)
Vicary's Winery Craft Market
9.30am Start
Handcrafted clothes for kids & adults, toys, hats`n'things, 2nd hand goods and collections, gifts, books, arts & crafts
Thomas The Tank Engine train rides with Thomas & his friends.
Free ballons, free face painting and free wine tastings.
Have a picnic in the grounds of the Sydney regions oldest continuously operating winery.
Admission & parking free.
All stall holders welcome phone 4773 4161
Vicary's Winery
1924 The Northern Road
Luddenham NSW
2km south of Luddenham Village
18th October 2012 (Thursday)
Horse Racing
Richmond Club Supporting New Haven Farm (Charity)
Hawkesbury Race Club - Race day
Racecourse Rd
Clarendon NSW
Website: Hawkesbury Race Club – Horse Racing
21st October 2012 (Sunday)
The NSW 4 Goal Championships
Windsor Polo Club
Old Kurrajong Road,
Richmond
For further information phone: Jess Kirkpatrick 0432 668 885
25th - 28th October 2012 (Friday, Saturday & Sunday)
Sydney Blues Festival in Historic Windsor
A Celebration of Australian Blues Music
Over 40 Bands in various venues including hotels, restaurants, cafes and covered outdoor areas all within walking distances of each other...
* Please note road closures will be in place.
Participating venues:
Thompsons Square Main Stage
Opposite Macquarie Arms Hotel, 99 George St, Windsor
Windsor Mall Main Stage
Geroge St, Windsor
Fitzroy Hotel
161 George St. Windsor Ph. 4577 3396
Windsor Riverview Shopping Centre
227 George St, Windsor Ph. 45772222
Trentinos Restaurant
Fitzgerald House 89 George Street Windsor Ph 45877419
Vault 146 - Restaurant and Winebar
146 George St. Windsor Ph 45878146
Hawkesbury Paddlewheeler
Windsor Bridge Wharf, Windsor Ph. 45751171
Some Great Entertainment
Book now - tickets strictly limited
Sydney Blues Festival
130 George Street
Windsor, NSW 2756
Ph: 0409 042 464
www.sydneybluesfestival.com.au
27th & 28th October 2012 (Saturday & Sunday) From 9am
Kurrajong Scarecrow Festival
Enjoy a fantastic family fun day out in Kurrajong with plenty of entertainment for everyone.
In addition to the `Spectacle of Scarecrow' and local children's performances, local produce, food & art will be showcased.
Contact: 0488 292 908
Memorial Park
Kurrajong Village
www.kurrajong.org.a
27th October 2012 (Saturday)
Canoe Classic
Race Information: 1300 853 541
Website : www.canoeclassic.asn.au
Challenge yourself by paddling 111km from Windsor to Brooklyn overnight. All paddlers receive a medallion for finishing.
28th October 2012 (Sunday)
The Australiana Pioneer Village
All Souls Day Ceremony
For details Phone: 02 4575 1777
Mobile: 0438 751 775
www.theaustralianapioneervillage.com.au
Rose Street
Wilberforce NSW
28th October 2012 (Sunday)
The Windsor Polo Club Spring Tournament
Windsor Polo Club
Old Kurrajong Road,
Richmond
For further information phone: Jess Kirkpatrick 0432 668 885
October 2012 (Sunday) TBA
Ebenezer Church Spring Fair
Flower show, children's art, antique engines, plants, books, jams & pickles, stalls, cakes, sausage sizzle, white elephant and much more.
Enquiries: Rachael Turnbull 4579 0485 or Dawn Case 4575 1541
Ebenezer Church
Coromandel Rd
Ebenezer NSW 2756
October 2012 (Saturday & Sunday) TBA
Bilpin Garden Club's 51st Spring Flower Show
Cut flowers, foliage and floral arrangements will be on display. There will be many plants, arts & crafts for sale on the day.
Morning & afternoon tea as well as lunches will be available on the day.
Saturday 1pm - 5pm & Sunday 10am - 4pm
Entry fee $4 adults, free entry for children
Tickets also available for 2 open gardens (The Red House & Perfick)
For further information contact
Bilpin District Hall
Bells Line of Road
Bilpin NSW
Ph. 45731693
Until 2nd December 2012
Hawkesbury Regional Gallery
Oculi: Terra Australis Incognita
Oculi offers a poetic photographic narrative of our time and our region, through ten distinctive styles and perpectives.
Deerubbin Centre
300 George Street
Windsor NSW 2756
Phone: 02 4560 4441
Hawkesbury Regional Gallery Exhibition Programs
Please Note:
Although we do our best to confirm all event information published, sometimes event dates and venues change at short notice. To avoid disappointment it is advisable to check event details with the phone contact provided for individual events or the Customer Service Officer at our Visitor Information Centre. Phone: 02 4578 0233
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