What's On: Sunshine Coast

03-Feb-2012

at Gary Myers Gallery at Maleny Arts Retreat, 901 Maleny-Stanley River Road, Maleny.

Known for his brilliant colour and dynamic brushwork Gary Myers’ acrylic paintings perfectly capture the life and scenery of the Sunshine Coast and the hinterland.

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03-Feb-2012

Ian Smith: On and Off The Road

at Noosa Regional Gallery, Riverside, Pelican Street, Tewantin.

This new exhibition features large scale paintings and drawings made since 2001 that deal with Ian’s fascination with the imagery and experiences of being on the road.

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03-Feb-2012

Memory, myth and the 1/4 Acre Block: Bronek Kozka

at Caloundra Regional Gallery, 22 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra.

Through elaborate tableaux photographs, Kozka explores memory and remembered moments of growing up in suburbia.

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Memory, myth and the 1/4 Acre Block: Bronek Kozka

03-Feb-2012

Of Trees and Ordinary Things...

at Noosa Regional Gallery, Riverside, Pelican Street, Tewantin.

The combination of abstraction and realism in this exhibition celebrates both the differences and similarities shared in the recognition that there is a sacredness that connects all aspects of our lives.

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03-Feb-2012

Todd Whisson

at Montville Art Gallery, 138 Main Street, Montville.

A plein air artist in the style of the Heidelberg school, Todd paints in oils using a large palette knife to produce impressionistic landscapes and seascapes.

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04-Feb-2012 7am to 12pm

Kawana Waters Farmers Market

at Stern Drive, Kawana

Indulge the senses, relax, taste, wander and unwind as you discover an array of flavoursome organic fruits and vegetables, gourmet condiments and exquisite fruity jams at the Kawana Waters Farmers Markets.

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05-Feb-2012

Caloundra Triathlon

at Caloundra Regional Gallery, 22 Omrah Street, Caloundra

Caloundra will play host to this leg of the state’s premier triathlon contest, the Queensland Tri Series.

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05-Feb-2012

Italian Film Festival

at Top Level Centenary Square, Currie Street, Nambour

Fun, food and four Italian films.

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05-Feb-2012

Peregian Originals

at Peregian Beach

Peregian Originals is an open air community event that celebrates original live music and brings the Sunshine Coast community together.

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08-Feb-2012 8am - 1.30pm

Eumundi Markets

at Memorial Drive, Eumundi

A visit to Eumundi Markets is shopping heaven if you’re looking for something different, something handmade or something special…

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08-Feb-2012 6pm

Open Mic Night

at 19 Ocean St, Maroochydore

Wednesday night is Open Mic night at Sol Bar. Bring your own instrument and work with their professional sound guy for your shot at playing on the main stage. Be sure to be in early to get your name in.

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09-Feb-2012 Refer to Sol Bar website

Claire Willoughby

at 19 Ocean St, Maroochydore

Claire Willoughby's unique blend of soulful love songs and thought provoking rap make her one of a kind. With influences from the likes of Lauryn HIll and Surfjan Stevens lovers of out of the box music will enjoy this performance.

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09-Feb-2012 See Sol Bar Website

Pensive Penguin with the Broken Splendour

at 19 Ocean St, Maroochydore

Pensive Penguin formed in late 2009 and have since had huge success. Following the release of their debut EP they toured the east coast and have been feature on Triple J Unearthed as well as on a British documentary on Brisbane music. If you’re into bands like the Kinks or the Shins Pensive Penguin are definitely worth a listen.

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Pensive Penguin with the Broken Splendour

09-Feb-2012

Portraits and sculpture by Bonnie Salter

at Studio 4 Gallery, 25 Seaside Boulevard, Marcoola.

“The portrayal of each individual story is captured not only in the eyes, but also in the body’s expression.”

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Portraits and sculpture by Bonnie Salter

10-Feb-2012 See Sol Bar website

Darky Roots with Aio

at 19 Ocean St, Maroochydore

Formed in 2008, reggae band Darky Roots has enjoyed success collecting a large following from North Queensland to Victoria and across New Zealand. Lovers of reggae will love this band.

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10-Feb-2012 7pm - 10pm

Dinkum Bohos

at 31 Maple St, Maleny

The Dinkum Bohos draw inspiration from all over the world and have toured extensively, appearing at festivals across Europe, Asia and the UK. Their debut album is due to be released soon.

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11-Feb-2012 All day event

Grape Stomp Festival

at Flame Hill Vineyard, 249 Western Ave, Montville

Flame Hill Vineyard is throwing its annual Grape Stomp Festival to celebrate the harvesting of the vineyard. Join in as over a tonne of red wine grapes are stomped, squashed and squeezed to the sounds of jazz and wafts of delicious food from the award-winning Deck Restaurant.

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11-Feb-2012 8pm

Kindread Single Launch

at SolBar, Ocean Street, Maroochydore

Reggae/Dub/Funk/Rock maestros Kindread are launching their new single at the SolBar and will be filming for the video clip on the night.

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11-Feb-2012 7pm - 10pm

Pear & the Awkward Orchestra

at 31 Maple St, Maleny

This unique blend of pop, roots and folk is definitely worth a listen.

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16-Feb-2012 7pm - 10pm

Art Opening Bernard O'Scanaill

at 31 Maple St, Maleny

The Upfront Club will be showcasing the art of Bernard O'Scanaill with music by Bernard and friends.

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16-Feb-2012 See Sol Bar website

Songwriters Circle

at 19 Ocean St, Maroochydore

The Songwriters Circle is a sit dow event featuring local songwriters Mitch Dais, Matt Whitney and Barry Charles.

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17-Feb-2012 See Sol Bar website

Kooii with Ruby Blue

at 19 Ocean St, Maroochydore

Kooii has been called Ernest Rangin vs Jimi Hendrix, their unique blending of music from all over the world has won over crowds at the many festivals they have appeared at. They recently won Song of the Year at the Queensland Music Awards for their song One Step. This band is definitely worth a look.

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17-Feb-2012 7pm - 10pm

Shaken and Stirred

at 31 Maple St, Maleny

This latin, R n B and swing duo will be playing at the Upfront Club.

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17-Feb-2012 See Sol Bar website

The Floating Bridges with Mitch Davis and the Dawn Chorus

at 19 Ocean St, Maroochydore

The Floating Bridges are a five piece roots band based locally in Pomona. The band has enjoyed huge success including playing at festivals including the Caloundra music festival and Woodford Folk Festival. If you like The Cat Empire then come watch the Floating Bridges.

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The Floating Bridges with Mitch Davis and the Dawn Chorus

18-Feb-2012 630pm

Flickerfest

at The J, 60 Noosa Dr, Noosa Heads

Flickerfest brings together some of the best short films from all over the country. Featuring award winning shorts, Flickerfst promises to showcase the best in Australian short film making.

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18-Feb-2012 7pm

Lucas Parklands concert series

at Lucas Parklands, 126 Narrows Rd, Montville

Acoustically brilliant, this purpose built and visually stunning concert venue hosts performances of international standard.

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18-Feb-2012 7pm - 10pm

Timothy Carroll

at 31 Maple St, Maleny

This artist has recently been working on his new album in Sweden and is inspired by performers such as Fleet Foxes, Bill Callahan, Smog and Monsters of folk.

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19-Feb-2012 See Sol Bar website

Sea Shepherd Benefit

at 19 Ocean St, Maroochydore

The Sol Bar is hosting a Sea Shepherd Benefit featuring acts such as the Flumes, Adam Scriven and more.

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23-Feb-2012 7pm - 10pm

Co-ops History Trivia Night and Film Clips

at 31 Maple St, Maleny

Details of event TBA on The Upfront Club's website.

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Co-ops History Trivia Night and Film Clips

23-Feb-2012 See Sol Bar website

Watussi

at 19 Ocean St, Maroochydore

This Aria nominated band has had massive success. Touring with the idols such as Santana they became the first Australian band to play at the Festival Iberoamericano de Teatro in Columbia in 2010.

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24-Feb-2012 7pm - 10pm

Mark Cryle and the Redeemers

at 31 Maple St, Maleny

Acclaimed singer/songwriter Mark Cryle, backed by his regular band the Redeemers, is a must see at the Upfront Club.

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24-Feb-2012 See Sol Bar website

The Oceanics

at 19 Ocean St, Maroochydore

With influences from the Strokes and Oasis, the Oceanics have toured the east coast and are currently working on their second EP. See this band if you like the Arctic Monkeys.

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25-Feb-2012 See Sol Bar website

The Bon Scotts

at 19 Ocean St, Maroochydore

Hailing from Melbourne this band has done it all, from sold out crowds in Sydney to emergency house parties in the Blue Mountains, this band continues to wow crowds wherever they go. This unconventional and unique band is worth a listen.

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25-Feb-2012 7pm - 10pm

Youngtree

at 31 Maple St, Maleny

This dub/ reggae band tries to reflect their views on societal, political and spiritual issues that we all face in our lives. A must see for lovers of reggae.

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27-Feb-2012

An Architect's Eye: The John Mainwaring Collection

at Noosa Regional Gallery, Riverside, Pelican Street, Tewantin.

Since the late 1980s, award-winning architect John Mainwaring has amassed a collection of mostly contemporary Aboriginal art. The exhibition investigates the relationship between Mainwaring’s art collection and his architectural vision and practice.

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An Architect's Eye: The John Mainwaring Collection

27-Feb-2012

Cape York Colors

at The Butter Factory Arts Centre, 10 Maple Street, Cooroy.

Local indigenous photographer Paul Fry captures the hardships and challenges of life on remote Queensland cattle stations.

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27-Feb-2012

Headlands of the Sunshine Coast

at The Butter Factory Arts Centre, 10 Maple Street, Cooroy.

Using a foot-powered wheel and hand building methods, local artist Stephen Roberts produces functional stoneware pottery, small sculptures and durable objects.

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27-Feb-2012

Robert Hagan

at Landsborough Galleries, 27 Caloundra Street, Landsborough.

From dusty cattle to lazy times at the beach, Australiana is Robert’s favourite muse.

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01-Mar-2012

40th Birthday Exhibition

at Montville Art Gallery, 138 Main Street, Montville.

Founded in 1972, the Montville Art Gallery celebrates its 40th birthday this month with an exhibition.

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01-Mar-2012

Creative Saturation

at Maleny Arts Retreat, 901 Maleny-Stanley River Road, Maleny.

Local and interstate artists working across a range of media, subjects and styles on exhibition.

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02-Mar-2012 Time Vary

Fast Forward 2012: a Collection of Short Plays

at Crosby Hill, Buderim

This collection of short plays is put on by the Bats Theatre. The admission includes free coffee and cake at the interval.

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Fast Forward 2012: a Collection of Short Plays

02-Mar-2012 6pm - 8pm

March Greenzone Disco

at The J, 60 Noosa Dr, Noosa Heads

This popular disco is held the first friday of most months. The event is strictly for 8 to 12-year-olds and parent must drop their children off and pick them up fro inside the venue.

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