Ongoing

Day Tours of the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute | Series

Lending Library 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central

A colourful history of the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute and it’s people. By appointment only, (to organise a volunteer guide we require 24hrs notice). Group Tours: Group tours can also be accommodated on other days.

$10

Twilight Talks 2024 | Season 1

BMI - Humffray Room 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central

Wednesdays, Starting at 5.30pm (bar open at 5pm) | The full program, is coming soon...

Free

Kadampa Meditation Series | Get Your Confidence Back

Lending Library 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central

Weekly classes 7pm Wednesdays These classes offer simple, practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace through meditation and Buddhist teachings. Classes consist of two guided meditations and a teaching to help us solve our daily problems and find the lasting happiness we seek. Beginners welcome. Free for Kadampa members […]

Free

Ballarat Chess Club

BMI - Humffray Room 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central

Meet Thursdays in the Humffray Room

$3 – $80

In Conversation with Noel Braun

The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central

Felix Schmidt is backpacking on the Camino de Santiago when he meets the love of his life, the beautiful French Pascaline. He brings her back to Australia where he joins a new firm of management consultants. Deeply engrossed in he company’s growth, he neglects Pascaline. She believes his addiction has reduced him as a person, […]

$10

BMI Fundraiser

Featuring:
The Hideaways,
The Harmonies &
Surf Shadows. 

2 course dinner & lots
of dancing