Not to be missed in November at the Botanic Gardens…

Exhibitions

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"Happy Dabblers" Exhibition

Lagoons Gallery and Café
November 2 to December 4, 2011
Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, Lagoon Street

U3A Art Group consists of approximately 40 artists aged from 50 to 91 who join together each Thursday at the Mackay Visual Art Centre in Beaconsfield for a social morning and to do some painting. We have one artist who is also a local entertainer so music during morning tea is appreciated by all.
 
Our artists vary from beginner artists to accomplished artists and use a range of mediums - pencil; water-colours; acrylics; pastels and oils. The more experienced artists do enter competitive exhibitions and many have sold their works of art. Some of our artists also display their art at The Mater Hospital.
 
We are privileged to be able to showcase our painting abilities at this "Happy Dabblers" Exhibition held at Lagoons Gallery & Cafe during the month of November.

The Lagoons Gallery and Café is open Wednesday to Friday from 10am to 3pm and on Weekends from 9am to 4pm.

Cost: Free

Contact Botanic Gardens 49527300 or email botanic@mackay.qld.gov.au for more information.

Attached Image: The Grasstree Track painted by Dorothy M Ross.

 

Events

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November’s Special Free Guided Walk: “Discover the Secrets of the Tropical Shade Garden”

Friday, November 18 at 9.30am

Beehive Gingers, Christmas Orchids, Cedar Bay Cherries and Red Beech flowers with a centre that looks like a sea anemone are just a few of the secrets and surprises in store during your informative stroll through the cool and tranquil Tropical Shade Garden of the picturesque Botanic Gardens.(Approximately an hour and a half in duration).  

Let us know if you wish to come along by contacting the Botanic Gardens and booking the date with us or meet us at the Administration Building / The Garden’s Shop just before 9.30am.

Cost: Free
Contact Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens on 4952 7300

Are you needing refreshments later? Try the tantalising menu at the Lagoons Café and view the ever changing art exhibitions in the Lagoons Gallery. This month’s art exhibition is “Happy Dabblers” by the U3A Art Group.

Lagoons Café and Gallery, Lagoon Street, West Mackay. Contact 4952 4966
Opening hours: Wednesday to Friday from 10am to 3pm and Saturday to Sunday from 9am to 4pm.

 

What’s Flowering Now…

Christmas-Orchid Just like Christmas decorations in the shops, the Christmas orchid is appearing now! 

Christmas Orchid
Calanthe australasica

The Christmas Orchid is an evergreen terrestrial orchid. It has soft, obovate leaves which grow to 90cm with showy white flowers borne on erect spike to 150cm in summer.

Distribution: QLD, NSW, South-east Asia.
Propagation: From seed or by division.
Cultivation: Readily grown in heavily shaded, moist but not badly drained position in sheltered, warm garden and is an excellent pot plant. Commonly seen locally at Eungella, especially on the Wishing Pool Circuit, near Crediton Hall and in the Tropical Shade Garden at the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens.

 

Regular Events

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Sunday in the Park

Sunday, November 19, from 2pm to 4pm
Tropical Sun Lawn, adjacent to the main entrance
9 Lagoon Street, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens

Come along with a friend, bring your instrument/s and relax in the open air in the beautiful Botanic Gardens for a Sunday in the Park from 2pm to 4pm on Sunday, November 19. Refreshments are available at the Lagoon’s café, now under new management.

This not-for-profit event, now in its fifth year, provides a platform for entertainers of all persuasions to appear live on stage in front of a receptive audience to gain public exposure, confidence and experience.

The group is led by Dave Wilson who supplies the sound gear. Each month is different as a variety of musicians add their own flavour to the mix. The afternoon is run by the blackboard system, three songs per person initially.

Cost: Free

For more information or a newsletter contact Dave Wilson at mky406@bigpond.com  or the Botanic Gardens on 4952 7300 or by email botanic@mackay.qld.gov.au          

                                                                                                                                                     

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Falun Gong: Meditation and Relaxation

Every Tuesday morning from 9am until 11am
Tropical Sun Garden Lawn (under the Mango Tree) or on the Lagoons Cafe deck
9 Lagoon Street, Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens

Falun Gong offers you relaxation, meditation and inner peace and health through movement. You're invited to come along and experience a session in the beautiful surrounds of the Botanic Gardens.

Cost: Free 

For more information, please contact Kim on 4942 9538 or email: kim62@tpg.com.au 

 

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Mackay Bonsai Society Workshops

Last Sunday of the Month from 1.30pm to 4.30pm
Meeting Room, 9 Lagoon Street, West Mackay
Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens

The Mackay Bonsai Society meet and share ideas - have you ever wanted to try the beautiful art of Bonsai? Come along for a look and listen and learn more about this ancient art.

Cost: Free

Please call Helen Batho for more information on 4954 8447 or the Botanic Gardens on 4952 7300 or email botanic@mackay.qld.gov.au

 

orchid

Australian Native Orchid Society (ANOS) Mackay Branch Workshops

First Sunday of every month from 2pm to 5pm
Meeting Room, 9 Lagoon Street, West Mackay
Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens

Discover the beautiful world of orchids in all their glory! Drop in for a casual visit and ask our local enthusiasts about growing orchids, or perhaps spark a passion in your life for these collectable beauties.

Cost: Free 

Please Contact Ron Bassan on 4942 5433 for more details.

 

aus day awards

Who is your Australia Day hero?

Australia Day is a chance to celebrate what’s great about our region – It’s also when we  recognise those who volunteer their time to help make this area a great place to live.

Why not nominate someone today – there are a number of different categories, including Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year

Click here to nominate...

 

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