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May 2013

Date: May
Venue: Various locations within the Dandenong Ranges
Contact Details: 

www.autumnauthors.com

A series of events for writers and readers throughout the month of May in the picturesque Dandenong Ranges.

  • May 2 & 3: Two one-day workshops with prize-winning novelist Cate Kennedy at Pirianda Gardens - more info
  • May 11: Join Ruccis circus and meet with Andy Griffiths at National Rhododendron Gardens - more info
  • May 18: Enjoy a retro tea part with performance poet Emilie Zoey Baker at Burrinja Cafe - more info
  • May 19: Lunch with international crime writer Michael Robotham at Nathania Springs - more info
  • May 24: Drinks & Canapes with Vue de Monde chef Shannon Bennett at SkyHigh Mt Dandenong - more info
  • May 25: Lunch with letters and numbers nerd David Astle at Country Place Retreat - more info
  • May 26: Brunch with Kinglake 350 author Adrian Hyland at Seasons @ Cloudehill - more info
  • May 29: Publishing know how with Sophie Cunningham at Wild Oak Restaurant - more info

Date: Sundays in May
Venue: Yarra Ranges Estate, 39 Coulson Rd MONBULK
Contact Details: 

9752 0683 or visit www.yarrarangesestate.com.au

Chill Out Sunday Lunches are back! Live Music with $20 roast specials or the a la carte menu available.

Time: 12pm-3.30pm

Date: 9 May - 23 June
Venue: Memo Hall, 235 Maroondah Hwy HEALESVILLE
Contact Details: 

www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/program2013

The Shrine of Remembrance celebrates the courage, tenacity and resourcefulness of indigenous Australians in the armed forces in this moving exhibition at the Memo Gallery, Healesville. The exhibition brings together stories of Indigenous men and women who serve their country during times of conflict.

Opening Thursday 9 May: 5.30pm-7.30pm

Date: 11-26 May
Venue: Warratina Lavender Farm, 105 Quayle Rd WANDIN YALLOCK
Contact Details: 

5964 4650 or visit www.warratinalavender.com.au

Entry fee and donations to raise funds for the local CFA. Sponsored by Stitch n Patch in Lilydale.

Cost: Adults $5, Concession $4, Under 12 FREE

Date: 11 May - 17 June
Venue: Art at Linden Gate, 899 Healesville-Yarra Glen Rd YARRA GLEN
Contact Details: 

9730 1861 or visit www.artatlindengate.com

Paintings by Joy Elizabeth Lea and Teresa Blazincic. Joy is an intuitive painter who works in oils, acrylic and mixed media. Much of her work is concerned with nature, with wild forests and the intricacies within natural habitats what constitute the web of life inhabiting our world.

Teresa's visual experiences together with her love of structure and colour mean that her work is constantly evolving and changing. This results in not merely being her interpretation ofthe subject at one point in time but a colletion of members over a period of time catpuring its energy and spirit.

Opening Saturday 11 May, 4pm-6pm

Open: Friday to Monday, 10am-5pm (or by appointment)

Date: 24-26 May
Venue: De Bortoli Wines, Pinnacle Lane DIXONS CREEK
Contact Details: 

5965 2271 or visit www.debortoliyarra.com.au

De Bortoli Mid-Year Sale. Huge savings on a range of wines.

Time: 10am-5pm

Date: 24 May - 7 July
Venue: Yering Station, 38 Melba Hwy YARRA GLEN
Contact Details: 

9730 0100

New Life: Geoffrey Dupree. Commission from sales donated to the Leukaemia Auxiliary of the Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne.

Opening: Friday 24 May, 6pm-7.45pm

Date: 25 May
Venue: Mac Forbes Wines, 770 Healesville-Koo Wee Rup Rd HEALESVILLE
Contact Details: 

lisa@macforbes.com

Come and taste Mac Forbes' just released 2011 Hugh and the exciting EB (experimental batch) pinot noir and riesling. As part of the day they are also having a 2013 riesling blending masterclass where you get to do your own blends. There is also a great value mixed dozen wine sale.

Time: 11am-4pm

Date: 25 May
Venue: Puffing Billy Railway
Contact Details: 

www.puffingbilly.com.au

Need an excuse for a good night out? How about joining family, friends and work colleagues for a unique dining and dancing experience aboard Puffing Billy Railway!

Cost: $88.50 per person (includes train journey, three-course dinner, entertainment, tea/coffee and dinner chocolates. Beverages available to purchase at bar prices).

Date: 25 & 26 May
Venue: Lake Mountain Alpine Resort, MARYSVILLE
Contact Details: 

www.mountainmotorsports.com.au

A technically challenging 10km climb to the Lake Mountain Alpine Resort Village. Be sure to mark this tarmac car sprint on the calendar.

Date: 31 May-2 June
Venue: YARRA VALLEY
Contact Details: 

www.tastecooktravel.com/gourmet-tours

In the Yarra Valley, staying in luxury accommodation, the group get to meet the wine makers, dine at the wineries, sip reserve back vintage Chardonnays in the barrel room, join in a cooking class with well-loved chef Gary Cooper at Bella Vedere, visit the artisan producers of the region, jam makers, chocolate producers, all guided by Pauline who knows and loves the region.

Tours can be taken exclusively (with a minimum of 8) or people can book as an individual, couple of small group of friends.

For more information, check out Taste Cook Travel's website above.

Cost: $650 per person

Date: 31 May
Venue: Skyhigh Mt Dandenong, 26 Observatory Rd MT DANDENONG
Contact Details: 

9751 0443 or visit www.skyhighmtdandenong.com.au

After sunset Melbourne's skyline comes to life as millions of glittering diamonds carpet your view from horizon to horizon. This is your opportunity to view SkyHigh's beautiful Function Centre dressed for an event. You will also have the opportunity to speak to one of their experienced and passionate wedding consultants.

Time: 5pm-8pm

Cost: Please contact the events team for booking times and tickets

 
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