Join in on all the fun at the Family Fun Fair. The event includes rides, with family favourites dodgem cars, a Ferris wheel, jumping castle, tea cups and more. Entry is free with rides priced between $6 and $10. The event runs from 5.30 pm until late on Friday, and from noon until late on Saturday and Sunday. Make sure to get down to the KidsTown car park, 7287 Midland Hwy, Mooroopna, and enjoy all the action.
Scrabble Club - Mooroopna Library
Join in on the Scrabble fun for everyone! Every Friday afternoon from 2 pm, Scrabblers unite at Mooroopna Library, 9-11 Morrell St, Mooroopna. All are welcome!
The Happy Hookers - Mooroopna Library
The Happy Hookers meet every Friday at 10.30 am in the sunny corner of Mooroopna Library, 9-11 Morrell St, Mooroopna. Bring along your crochet and knitting projects and join in the fun and laughter.
Rhyme and Story Time - Shepparton Library
Goulburn Valley Library is providing free story times and activities every Monday and every Friday at 9.30 am. Fun for the kids, get down to 41-42 Marungi St, Shepparton to hear some tales.
Isa Kelly Art Exhibition
Take a step back in time to view the works of Mooroopna artist Isa Kelly (1910-1990). Using water colours, Isa Kelly captured many historic buildings and places. The exhibition is running until Saturday, September 25 at Shepparton Heritage Centre, 154 Welsford St, Shepparton. Open Tuesday to Saturday, noon to 5 pm; adult entry is $5 and students $3.
Saturday
Girls’ Night Out
Hosted by Triple M's own Leisha Brodyk, Shepparton's Girls’ Night Out is one not to miss. Raising funds for the Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project, in conjunction with Triple M and HIT96.9 Goulburn Valley. Tickets are $50 each with meals included. The night will begin at 6.30 pm, taking place at Shepparton's Greyhound Racing Club, 7580 Goulburn Valley Hwy, Kialla. Tickets are available at trybooking.com.au
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Country music for charity
Thursday, August 26, is the new date for the concert at the Cricketers Arms Hotel, Mooroopna, featuring the popular Hoffmans Duo. The concert runs from 1 pm to 4 pm and entry is $10, with bookings and confirmation with Joyce on 0408 218 411. Doors open at 11.30 am with meals available at noon. Money raised will be donated to a homelessness charity.
Over-60s Friendship Group
A friendly social group meets every second Tuesday of each month at 6 pm at Casablanca Restaurant, 125 High St, Shepparton, for a meal and to discuss the coming months’ itinerary for day and evening outings. Singles, friends and couples all welcome. No committee, fees, or commitment to attend outings. For information, phone David on 0409 133 044 or Jan on 0458 211 104.
Lodge Eshcol
Members of the public interested in joining Lodge Eshcol are encouraged to apply. The Freemason group is looking for new members to join its ranks to help give back to the Shepparton community. Contact Alan Thomson on 0402 284 797 for details.