Top 10 things to do around the region - November 22

1) Speed Date the Collection

Thursday, November 25, 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Artspace Mackay
Join the last Speed Date the Collection for the year and meet artists’ books from the Mackay Regional Council Art Collection. The informal Speed Date the Collection night is an opportunity for the community to become familiar with artists’ books in a social, interactive context. https://bit.ly/3wK0mzI

2) Silver screen surprise: Sherlock Holmes the Woman in Green (1945)

Friday, November 26, 9.30am to 11.30am
Gordon White Library
Are you tired of seeing the same movies or haven’t found one you loved in a while? Your local library has you covered! This film is for adults 18+. https://bit.ly/2YLLVPf

3) Lagoons Gallery Exhibition ‘Birds in the Landscape’

Until Sunday, November 28
Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens
Three artists present three different artwork displays using prints, paintings and miniature steel sculptures made from recycled nuts, bolts and steel. The exhibition is on display in the Lagoons Gallery within the Botanic Gardens café, open Wednesday to Friday, 9am to 2pm, and weekends, 8am to 4pm. https://bit.ly/30u8Z5U

4) Mackay Regional Council Australia Day Awards 2022

Nominations close Wednesday, January 5
Do you know a local hero or community group who deserves to be recognised? Nominate them for a Mackay Regional Council Australia Day Award! The awards pay tribute to individuals and groups who have made significant contributions to their local community and/or achieved exceptional results in sporting, or cultural endeavours. The awards are proudly sponsored by P. Comino & Sons, Tropical Exposure and are supported by Star 101.9 Mackay. Visit www.mackay.qld.gov.au/australiaday

5) Ride Mackay

Until Tuesday, November 30
Ride Mackay trails
Whether you walk, run, wheel or ride Mackay, active travel can be a great way to explore our beautiful region – or simply get from A to B. Council is giving away $2000 in gift vouchers thanks to Corry Cycles and Mackay Cycles. To enter, visit one of the Ride Mackay trails, scan the QR code and fill out the entry form. The competition will run until Tuesday, November 30. https://bit.ly/3Fk2lxZ

6) 2022 Libris Awards opening

Tuesday, November 30
Artspace Mackay
Artspace Mackay’s biennial event, the Libris Awards, brings together works by leading and emerging artist book makers from across the country. The Awards are a chance to celebrate the art form and build on the gallery’s significant artist book collection. There are four awards, including special categories for locally-based artists and art students, with $14,500 in total prize money. The awards close on Wednesday, January 5. https://bit.ly/306sykw

7) Oral History Kits

Tuesday, November 30, 2.30pm to 3.30pm
Dudley Denny City Library
Are you interested in recording the memories of your family, community, workplace or sporting group? The library is here to help, with oral history recording kits becoming available for loan. This program is for adults aged 18 and above. Register here: https://bit.ly/3nFCkTS

8) Loose Ends

Friday, December 3, from 7pm
MECC North Foyer
Kooky, social, inclusive. Enjoy a quirky night of entertainment, giveaways, fundraising and socialising as Crossroad Arts Inc presents Loose Ends. Come together to embrace difference and celebrate diversity for International Day for People with Disability. Book tickets here https://bit.ly/3GHs2dc

9) Fifth Lane Street Activations

Every Friday, until December 17, 5pm to 8pm
Fifth Lane, between Gregory and Wood Streets
Small activations will be staged in Fifth Lane each Friday evening, ranging from face painting and musicians to Sensory Circus performers, to encourage families to visit the revamped space. Visitors can also check out the augmented reality experiences featuring the lane’s artwork. More info here: https://bit.ly/3wTxV2n

Reminders:

A Not So Silent Night

Friday, December 3, 6.30pm
The MECC, Plenary Halls
Leave your judgement at the door, this is cabaret as you've never seen before! Comedian Steven Oliver, music by The Base Coats and a buffet Christmas feast, this really will be A Not So Silent Night. Grab the crew and join in on the fun, for an end of year party like never before. But hey, let's leave the kids at home - this one is strictly 18+. https://bit.ly/3FfBS4p

Deck the Halls with Buddy Holly

Friday, December 10, markets from 10am, show starts at 11am
The MECC, Plenary Halls
The MAP Pharmacies Morning Melodies 2021 will present Deck the Halls with Buddy Holly and celebrate all that is Christmas with an incredible collection of Christmas favourites performed by Scott “Buddy” Cameron and his band. There will be free tea, coffee and Christmas cake. https://bit.ly/3x9KDtU