Shine on Greater Shepparton is going ahead as planned as part of the Shepparton Festival, with new works being added throughout. From Friday at 12 am until Sunday, June 27 at 11.30 pm, explore Greater Shepparton's walls and corners for murals, light projections and paste-ups from internationally renowned and local artists. Why not go on a treasure hunt to find all the hidden gems? Free entry.
Saturday
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Awaken Dance Theatre Company is thrilled to return to Greater Shepparton with another powerful piece of dance theatre, in partnership with The Australian Ballet Education and Outreach. It kicks off at Riverlinks WestSide, 141-179 Echuca Rd, Mooroopna at 5 pm on Saturday, with a second performance at 7.30 pm. On Sunday, head down for afternoon performances at 2.30 pm and 5 pm. Tickets are $15-$25. Bookings are available via the Riverlinks website.
Violet Town Market
The Violet Town Market is back this weekend with COVID-19 restrictions in place. From 8.30 am, head down to Violet Town's Honeysuckle St Reserve for a regional exclusive market with stalls and produce. The main and bowls club entrances will be open. Please remember that you will need to check in via a QR code on entry and to have your licence with your current regional address on it. If your phone doesn’t accept QR codes there will be manual sign-in available.
Live music Saturday
Every second and fourth Saturday of the month, Shepparton's Maude St Mall hosts a live musical performance with artists from around the region. From 10 am to 2 pm, head down to the mall for free tunes. For more information, contact Bonnie McIntosh on 0429 478 602.
Sunday
Girgarre Markets
The Girgarre Markets are back on but unfortunately the poultry auction has been cancelled. Contact Jan on 0458 546 283 for general enquiries. COVID-19 rules must continue to be followed, with QR code sign-ins and no Melbourne stallholders.
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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 more information, phone David on 0409 133 044 or Jan on 0458 211 104.
Goulburn Valley Spiritualist Centre
The Goulburn Valley Spiritualist Centre is meeting on Sunday, June 13 at 2.30 pm at North Shepparton Community Centre. There will be readings by Pananda Kohlmann, and a talk by Margaret Percy. On Monday, June 14, 10 am-3 pm a workshop will be held for an introduction to your birthdate crystal power grid with Margaret Percy. Phone Jan on 0427 745 354 to book.
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 more details.
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