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SUMMARY:The Reading Room
DESCRIPTION:The Reading Room \nThis volunteer run reading and discussion group meets monthly\, the last Monday of the month\, in the Heritage Reading Room (subject to availability) . \nMembers will select books to be discussed which will include fiction\, non-fiction\, poetry and short stories. \nIf you would like to be a part of this group (free to BMI members) please complete the Expression of Interest. \n\nExpression of inerest\n\n\nMembership
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-reading-room-3/
LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:The Reading Room
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SUMMARY:Ballarat Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Meet Thursdays in the Humffray Room\n\nMore information about the club\n \nThe chess table in the photo (which is part of a collage of portraits of old BMI members) is possibly one of those still in use in the BMI Library on the ground floor. The date of the picture\, at a rough guess\, is believed to be between 1866 and 1875. C.J. Harvey (shown on the picture)\, J.Tatham (on the collage) and W.D. Battan (secretary of the BMI\, on the collage and who presented the collage to the BMI in 1910) were active chess-players in 1866-67. They played\, amongst others\, in the infamous Smythesdale handicap-chess tournament\, which lasted 8 months\, and ended in controversy.\n\nMore\n \n\n\nBMI News\n \n\nSocial scene at society screenings | Ballart Film Society\n\nIn the post-Second World War era\, a movement of film… \n\n \n\nRex’s Snippits | Is it AA or A in Ballaarat?\n\nExtract from the Heritage Victoria Register BMI statement of significance…. \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week | 8 January 2024\n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week I Remember Paris by Lucy… \n\n \n\nFrom the Curator | Post Office Gallery\n\n 1. MH1335 Ballarat Post Office\, post 1905. Max Harris Collection…. \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-chess-club-nov-24/
LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Ballarat Chess Club
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SUMMARY:Golf Day Fundraiser | Join Us at Snake Valley Golf Club
DESCRIPTION:November 22\n@\n11:30 am\n–\n3:30 pm \n$100 – $1000 \nSnake Valley Golf Club \n\nRegistration now complete\n \nTake part in this important BMI fundraiser\n9 holes of golf (approximately 2.5hrs) preceeded by lunch\, a raffle\, presentations and then the option to play another 9 holes of golf and enjoy daylight saving on the picturesque golf course. \nThis is a fund raising day for BMI and an opportunity to reward your people with a fun day out\, all gender teams are welcome. \nSchedule of 9 hole Ambrose Event\n10.30am – registration \n11.30am – tee-off \n1.30pm – BBQ & Award presentations\n(including the  Perpetual Trophy plus City Golf vouchers). \nThe field on the day is limited to a maximum of 68 players. \nWays to be involved\nSponsor a hole at $1\,000\nor\nRegister as a player at $100 per player. \nSponsor inclusions\nSponsor a hole at $1\,000 \nThe inclusions are: \nAdvertist your business at the hole. \nDistribute your information pack. \nIncludes entry of 4 players in the 9 hole ambrose event. \nDrinks available on the day. \nBBQ lunch. \nNetworking opportunities. \nRecognition at the presentation. \nWe appreciate the support of our Corporate Sponsors\nRegistered player inclusions\n^Register as a player at $100 \nThe inclusions are: \nDrinks available on the day. \nBBQ lunch. \nNetworking opportunities. \nFor non-golfers this means\nAll players in a team tee off. The best ball of the 4 drives is selected and the other 3 players pick\nup their ball and carry it to the best ball position. \nAll players hit the second shot and the best ball is selected and the other 3 players pick up their\nball and carry it to the best ball position. \nThe game continues until they reach the green where all players have the opportunity (if required) to sink the putt. \nAll players will have their drive chosen at least twice in the nine holes. \nPerpetual Trophy\nBen Hogan 1950 US Open\, hitting his famous “1 iron shot” at Merton Golf Club | Photo Michael Heslop | Impression of the style of the Perpetual Trophy\nBen Hogan \nWilliam Ben Hogan (August 13\, 1912 – July 25\, 1997) was an American professional golfer who is generally considered to be one of the greatest players in the history of the game. He is notable for his profound influence on golf swing theory and his ball-striking ability. \nSource: Wikipedia.org/wiki/Ben_Hogan \nBen Hogan\n\nRegisteration Now Complete\n \nGold Sponsor\n\n  \nCorporate hole sponsors\nNicholson Construction\nNevett Lawyers\nButler Accountants\nClifford Bricks\n& Tile Transport\nRotary Club of\nWendouree Breakfast\nR & J Batteries\nAdroit Insurance & Risk\nCorporate suppliers\nHidden Lanes Tours \nBunnings \nCommonwealth Bank \nPark Hotel \nPalace Regent Cinemas Ballarat \nSydney Tools \nMcCains Foods \nTotal Tools \nMichael Unwin Wines \n\nBack to inclusions\n\n\nBecome a BMI member\n \nBMI news\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nMidnight and Blue Ian Rankin. John Rebus spent his life… \n\n \n\nBMI Summer Book Sale – Calling for Pre-loved books\n\nOn at the end of the month The book sale… \n\n \n\nArt Gallery of Ballarat\, Exhibition | Medieval to Metal: The art & evolution of the guitar\n\nMEDIEVAL TO METAL\, Until 2 Febrary 2025 | BMI events… \n\n \n\nUrban Agriculture Month | Annually in November 2024\n\nURBAN AGRICULTURE MONTH\, The month of November | BMI events… \n\n\nLoad More\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/golf-day-2024/
LOCATION:Snake Valley Golf Club\, 341 Chepstowe Road\, Snake Valley\, Victoria\, 3351\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Important Dates,Members
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SUMMARY:Get Rhythm: The Johnny Cash & June Carter Show | THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:November 22\n@\n8:00 pm\n–\n10:00 pm \n$55 \n\nGet Tickets\n \nAustralia’s most authentic Johnny Cash & June Carter Show\,\nwith full live band.\nGet Rhythm\nWill take you on a Musical Journey\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Rhythm: The Johnny Cash & June Carter Show delivers a respectful Cash experience that will leave you uplifted and energised. Lead by real life married couple Mark and Joanne Caligiuri\, who were recently featured on Channel 9’s Today Show for their uncanny resemblance and vocals to Johnny Cash & June Carter. Get Rhythm is one of the most authentic and sincere Johnny Cash and June Carter shows in Australia. Their show is full of energy and excitement and focuses mainly on the earlier career of Johnny Cash and June Carter with a few later hits such as HurtStep back in time and listen to the songs you know and love such as Folsom Prison Blues\, Jackson\, Riders In The Sky\, A Boy Named Sue\, Walk the Line\, Ring of Fire and famous duets Jackson and Long Legged Guitar Pickin’ Man. A show not to be missed!http://bmi-dev.sdhosting.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/johnny_cash_-_30sec-Original-16_1.mp4 \nGet tickets $55 plus bkg fee. \n\nGet Tickets\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. \nBMI news\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nHow James Became King: The True Story of James ‘King’… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nIn the Margins Gail Holmes. We are the spaces between… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nBurn it all Down TG Reid. If you play with… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Valley Chris Hammer. The sins of the father |… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/johnny-cash-june-carter-show/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241123T193000
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SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tour 3
DESCRIPTION:November 23\n@\n7:30 pm\n–\n8:30 pm \n$28.69 \n\nGet Tickets\n \nExplore tales of the weird and supernatural – the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute at night. Looking for a unique way to explore Ballarat’s rich history and culture? Look no further than the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute’s Night Tours! \nThis beautiful heritage building dates back to the 1860s and boasts a fascinating history that is just waiting to be explored. During these tours\, you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the history of the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute\, exploring the library’s impressive collection of rare books and manuscripts\, and learn about the building’s original purpose as a hub for scientific and technological education. And make sure to check out the basement\, which is steeped in mystery and intrigue – you never know what secrets you might uncover! \nKatrina Hill & Tim Harris | Photo: Jess Schroeter\nWhether you’re a local looking to discover more about your city’s history\, or a visitor seeking a unique and memorable experience\, the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute’s Night Tours are not to be missed. \nLed by expert guides who are passionate about the building’s history\, these tours will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the rich cultural heritage of Ballarat. Book your tickets today and get ready to step back in time! \nThe tours have a small capacity\, and therefore\, numbers are limited. \nGroup bookings are available – please contact our Tours Coordinator – Katrina Hill \nNote | Accessibility \nMost of this tour is wheelchair accessible\, however the tour does include entry into the BMI Basement\, which is not wheelchair accessible. The tour does involve stairs\, however a lift is available throughout (except to the basement). This tour is not Auslan interpreted\, and the guide does not use any amplification system. Tour groups will enter dimly lit areas of the building under supervision of the guide. \nBMI Accessibility information can be found at https://ballaratmi.org.au/accessibility \nCost / Bookings:  $28.69 includes gst & booking fee \n\nGet Tickets\n\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming\n \n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nNov\n23 \n7:30 pm\n– \n8:30 pm  \n\nMinerva’s Secrets | Night Tour 3 \n$28.69 \n\n\n\n \nNov\n23 \n9:30 pm\n– \n10:30 pm  \n\nMinerva’s Secrets | Night Tour 4 \n$28.69 \n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nThe research material for your tour has been drawn from – Under Minerva’s Gaze: 150 years at the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute (edited by Jill Blee and Phil Roberts). \nThis reference material is available for purchase at the Library or can be purchased via our Shop. \n\nUnder Minerva’s Gaze\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. \nBMI news\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nHow James Became King: The True Story of James ‘King’… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nIn the Margins Gail Holmes. We are the spaces between… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nBurn it all Down TG Reid. If you play with… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Valley Chris Hammer. The sins of the father |… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/minervas-secrets-night-tours-nov-23/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Night Tours,Tours
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SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tour 4
DESCRIPTION:November 23\n@\n9:30 pm\n–\n10:30 pm \n$28.69 \n\nGet Tickets\n \nExplore tales of the weird and supernatural – the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute at night. Looking for a unique way to explore Ballarat’s rich history and culture? Look no further than the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute’s Night Tours! \nThis beautiful heritage building dates back to the 1860s and boasts a fascinating history that is just waiting to be explored. During these tours\, you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the history of the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute\, exploring the library’s impressive collection of rare books and manuscripts\, and learn about the building’s original purpose as a hub for scientific and technological education. And make sure to check out the basement\, which is steeped in mystery and intrigue – you never know what secrets you might uncover! \nKatrina Hill & Tim Harris | Photo: Jess Schroeter\nWhether you’re a local looking to discover more about your city’s history\, or a visitor seeking a unique and memorable experience\, the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute’s Night Tours are not to be missed. \nLed by expert guides who are passionate about the building’s history\, these tours will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the rich cultural heritage of Ballarat. Book your tickets today and get ready to step back in time! \nThe tours have a small capacity\, and therefore\, numbers are limited. \nGroup bookings are available – please contact our Tours Coordinator – Katrina Hill \nNote | Accessibility \nMost of this tour is wheelchair accessible\, however the tour does include entry into the BMI Basement\, which is not wheelchair accessible. The tour does involve stairs\, however a lift is available throughout (except to the basement). This tour is not Auslan interpreted\, and the guide does not use any amplification system. Tour groups will enter dimly lit areas of the building under supervision of the guide. \nBMI Accessibility information can be found at https://ballaratmi.org.au/accessibility \nCost / Bookings:  $28.69 includes gst & booking fee \n\nGet Tickets\n\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming\n \n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nNov\n23 \n7:30 pm\n– \n8:30 pm  \n\nMinerva’s Secrets | Night Tour 3 \n$28.69 \n\n\n\n \nNov\n23 \n9:30 pm\n– \n10:30 pm  \n\nMinerva’s Secrets | Night Tour 4 \n$28.69 \n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nThe research material for your tour has been drawn from – Under Minerva’s Gaze: 150 years at the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute (edited by Jill Blee and Phil Roberts). \nThis reference material is available for purchase at the Library or can be purchased via our Shop. \n\nUnder Minerva’s Gaze\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. \nBMI news\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nHow James Became King: The True Story of James ‘King’… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nIn the Margins Gail Holmes. We are the spaces between… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nBurn it all Down TG Reid. If you play with… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Valley Chris Hammer. The sins of the father |… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/minervas-secrets-night-tours-nov-23-2/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Night Tours,Tours
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SUMMARY:Twilight Talks 2024\, Season 4 | Uncovering the Past: Johnny Alloo... of Ballarat Notoriety
DESCRIPTION:November 27\n@\n5:30 pm\n–\n6:30 pm \nBar open at 5pm \n$8 – $12 \nHumffray Room \n\nGet Tickets\n \nJohnny Alloo… of Ballarat notoriety\nSpeaker: Author\, John Smyth\nArticle: by Edwina Williams\, Ballarat Times – Friday 24 May 2024  \nWhen you hear ‘Johnny Alloo\,’ you might be like many people in Ballarat who associate the name with a local cafe. But it stems far beyond recent years to the mid-nineteenth century. \nJohnny Alloo was the Anglicised name Chinese orphan\, Chin Thun Lok took on when he came to Australia in about 1844\, from a Hong Kong mission school\, to work during a labour shortage. \nHaving learnt to cook for the western palate on a sea captain’s property in New South Wales\, he made the move to Ballarat in 1852 when he heard gold had been discovered\, and set up a restaurant there. \nSociologist-turned-historian John Smyth has written a book about this man called Johnny Alloo of Ballarat notoriety\, published by the local Xin Jin Shan Chinese Library. \n“He set up a cook shop\, a bit of a tent\, right near the entrance of Eureka Stockade\,” Smyth said. “He served English food. \n“But the miners lost the Eureka lead… picked up and went over to gravel pits just near where St Pauls Church is\, Bakery Hill.” \nAlloo moved his restaurant to the east side of Main Road\, between Bridge and Humffray Street\, and this business was captured in two illustrations by artist\, Samuel Thomas Gill. \n“Gill probably agreed to draw the establishment for food and lodging\, so that is immortalised\,” Smyth said. “He was an important recorder of history. \n“If anything is known about Alloo – there are no pictures or photographs of him – it’s those two lithographs on the inside and outside of the restaurant.” \nSmyth said Alloo was only in Ballarat for a few years\, but his time cooking on the goldfields was just the beginning of a fascinating life story. \nAuthor John Smyth | Photo: Edwina Williams\, Ballarat Times\nWhile working as an interpreter for Protector of the Chinese in Ballarat\, William Henry Foster in 1855\, he wasn’t paid for four-and-a-half months. While away from the restaurant\, his staff got fined for selling alcohol to police officers and received a big fine\, eventually leading to his insolvency. In 1856\, he sold the shop to his business partner\, and moved to Melbourne. \n“He’s naturalised\, he’s Christian\, and he speaks English\,” Smyth said. “He sets himself up in Little Bourke Street roughly where China Town is.” With gambling all around him\, Alloo became an undercover informant to Victoria Police\, particularly the chief of detectives\, and he went on to be appointed the first Chinese detective in Victoria Police in 1858. \nHe moved to New Zealand a decade later during the Otago Gold Rush and became the first Chinese police constable there too. \n“It’s a fascinating story\, but it’s a bit of a babushka doll story\,” Smyth said. “You’ve got a local bit encased in colonial governance. “He was one of the very first Chinese to come to Australia\, and he never hunted for gold.” \nSmyth was asked by the local Chinese library to write the story after they discovered he was transcribing the rates books of the more-than 100 pubs that have been based on Main Road in its history. He said it’s been a “an exercise in love.” “I had passion\, and the Chinese library had passion\,” he said. \n“We’ve got an amazing individual here in our history who is largely unknown\, and this is the first piece of work that’s been done on him.” \nSubject: Johnny Alloo… of Ballarat notoriety\nA remarkable story of and enterprising and savvy Chinese who arrived before the discovery of gold\, who converted challenges into opportunities\, amid chaos and mayhem\, colonial authorities who willfully kept issues off the books\, and a sindow in to a slice of Australian history that still reverberates today. \n \nThis event is proudly supported by Community Bank Buninyong\nCommunity Bank Buninyong & District not only gives you access to award-winning financial products and services\, we’re also committed to returning profits to our local communities. \n\n  \nTickets and Bookings \nTickets $8 BMI members & $12 general admittance | Season Pass is also available. \n\nGet Tickets\n \nMore Twilight Talks\n\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming \n\n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nNov\n13 \n \n\nFeatured \n5:30 pm\n– \n6:30 pm  \n\nTwilight Talks 2024\, Season 4 | Uncovering the Past: Ballarat’s Heritage Gaps Review Program \n$8 – $12 \n\n\n\n \nNov\n20 \n \n\nFeatured \n5:30 pm\n– \n6:30 pm  \n\nTwilight Talks 2024\, Season 4 | Uncovering the Past: How James became King \n$8 – $12 \n\n\n\n \nNov\n27 \n \n\nFeatured \n5:30 pm\n– \n6:30 pm  \n\nTwilight Talks 2024\, Season 4 | Uncovering the Past: Johnny Alloo… of Ballarat Notoriety \n$8 – $12 \n\n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI News\n\n \n\nTwilight Talks 2024 | Season 3 & 4 | 9 – 23 October & 6 – 27 November\n\nAs events are confirmed they will be listed HERE. \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nHow James Became King: The True Story of James ‘King’… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nIn the Margins Gail Holmes. We are the spaces between… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nBurn it all Down TG Reid. If you play with… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/twilight-talks-uncovering-the-past-4/
LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Festival,Fundraiser,Important Dates,Library,Members,Talk,Twilight Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241127T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241127T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T032253Z
UID:58395-1732734000-1732739400@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Daily Rituals for Inner Peace
DESCRIPTION:November 13\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n8:30 pm \nFree – $15 \nLending Library \nThese classes offer simple\, practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace\nthrough meditation and Buddhist teachings. \nThe in-person setting fosters a supportive community and\noffers real-time interaction with the teacher for personalized guidance.\nClasses include guided meditations and teachings to help us solve our\ndaily problems and find the lasting happiness we seek. \nBeginners welcome\, no bookings required. \nFree for Kadampa members | $15 for non-members \nKadampa Meditation Centre Australia (Ballarat Branch)\ninfo@meditateinmelbourne.org | 0455205589\nmeditateinballarat.org\nABN 86 114 195 550\nKMC Australia is a not-for-profit organisation \nThe Teacher\nChristielli Portela has been teaching modern Kadampa Buddhism for a decade. As an experienced and well-loved teacher\, she inspires people to use Buddhist meditation to improve their lives through her sincere example and clear teachings. \n \nBMI news\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Girl with the Violin Shelley Davidow. In 1989 and… \n\n \n\nIn Conversation with Margaret Hickey with Gabriel Bergmoser\n\nWhat a fantastic night we had with great Australian author… \n\n \n\nDark Matter | Elisabetta Barberio\n\n10 – 18 August | As BMI associated events are… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Creeper Margaret Hickey. No one does suspense better. –… \n\n\nLoad More\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-27-november-24/
LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:kadampa
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241130T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20240827T045027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T012154Z
UID:58515-1732960800-1733061600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Summer Book Sale | Stockpile for the holidays
DESCRIPTION:November 30\n@\n10:00 am\n–\nDecember 1\n@\n2:00 pm \nFree \nLending Library \nBooks priced from $1 – more for collectable items.\n \nImage\, artist impression only | Photo by | helloiamtugce \nDon’t miss our book sale this weekend. \nAdmission and parking are free (one hour on Saturday\, all day Sunday). There are hundreds of books – some of which are in gently used condition and some in mint condition – and many start at a dollar or two. And it’s not just books – there are CDs\, DVDs\, framed prints from our image collection and more! \nWe will have some children’s books for your kids and grand kids. Plus\, all proceeds are help to support our Library programs. \n\nmembership\n\n\nLibrary\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. \nBMI news\n \n\nOur Library | New Releases & Recommendations September 2024\n\nGo to the Library webpage to view all New Releases…. \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nHeadland Ged Gillmore. A thrilling mystery debut – not to… \n\n \n\nNewsletter – September 2024\n\nIn this issue: Message from the Chair | Royal South… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Ghost of Briar Rose Anna Romer. A heart-wrenching enemies… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/summer-book-sale-2024/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Fundraiser,Library,Members
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241204T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20240815T032259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T032446Z
UID:58397-1733338800-1733344200@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Daily Rituals for Inner Peace
DESCRIPTION:November 13\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n8:30 pm \nFree – $15 \nLending Library \nThese classes offer simple\, practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace\nthrough meditation and Buddhist teachings. \nThe in-person setting fosters a supportive community and\noffers real-time interaction with the teacher for personalized guidance.\nClasses include guided meditations and teachings to help us solve our\ndaily problems and find the lasting happiness we seek. \nBeginners welcome\, no bookings required. \nFree for Kadampa members | $15 for non-members \nKadampa Meditation Centre Australia (Ballarat Branch)\ninfo@meditateinmelbourne.org | 0455205589\nmeditateinballarat.org\nABN 86 114 195 550\nKMC Australia is a not-for-profit organisation \nThe Teacher\nChristielli Portela has been teaching modern Kadampa Buddhism for a decade. As an experienced and well-loved teacher\, she inspires people to use Buddhist meditation to improve their lives through her sincere example and clear teachings. \n \nBMI news\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Girl with the Violin Shelley Davidow. In 1989 and… \n\n \n\nIn Conversation with Margaret Hickey with Gabriel Bergmoser\n\nWhat a fantastic night we had with great Australian author… \n\n \n\nDark Matter | Elisabetta Barberio\n\n10 – 18 August | As BMI associated events are… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Creeper Margaret Hickey. No one does suspense better. –… \n\n\nLoad More\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-4-december-24/
LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:kadampa
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241205T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241212T223000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20240121T233015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T015210Z
UID:50320-1733419800-1734042600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Ballarat Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Meet Thursdays in the Humffray Room\n\nMore information about the club\n \nThe chess table in the photo (which is part of a collage of portraits of old BMI members) is possibly one of those still in use in the BMI Library on the ground floor. The date of the picture\, at a rough guess\, is believed to be between 1866 and 1875. C.J. Harvey (shown on the picture)\, J.Tatham (on the collage) and W.D. Battan (secretary of the BMI\, on the collage and who presented the collage to the BMI in 1910) were active chess-players in 1866-67. They played\, amongst others\, in the infamous Smythesdale handicap-chess tournament\, which lasted 8 months\, and ended in controversy.\n\nMore\n \n\n\nBMI News\n \n\nSocial scene at society screenings | Ballart Film Society\n\nIn the post-Second World War era\, a movement of film… \n\n \n\nRex’s Snippits | Is it AA or A in Ballaarat?\n\nExtract from the Heritage Victoria Register BMI statement of significance…. \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week | 8 January 2024\n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week I Remember Paris by Lucy… \n\n \n\nFrom the Curator | Post Office Gallery\n\n 1. MH1335 Ballarat Post Office\, post 1905. Max Harris Collection…. \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-chess-club-dec-24/
LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Ballarat Chess Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241211T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20240815T032420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T032555Z
UID:58398-1733943600-1733949000@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Daily Rituals for Inner Peace
DESCRIPTION:November 13\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n8:30 pm \nFree – $15 \nLending Library \nThese classes offer simple\, practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace\nthrough meditation and Buddhist teachings. \nThe in-person setting fosters a supportive community and\noffers real-time interaction with the teacher for personalized guidance.\nClasses include guided meditations and teachings to help us solve our\ndaily problems and find the lasting happiness we seek. \nBeginners welcome\, no bookings required. \nFree for Kadampa members | $15 for non-members \nKadampa Meditation Centre Australia (Ballarat Branch)\ninfo@meditateinmelbourne.org | 0455205589\nmeditateinballarat.org\nABN 86 114 195 550\nKMC Australia is a not-for-profit organisation \nThe Teacher\nChristielli Portela has been teaching modern Kadampa Buddhism for a decade. As an experienced and well-loved teacher\, she inspires people to use Buddhist meditation to improve their lives through her sincere example and clear teachings. \n \nBMI news\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Girl with the Violin Shelley Davidow. In 1989 and… \n\n \n\nIn Conversation with Margaret Hickey with Gabriel Bergmoser\n\nWhat a fantastic night we had with great Australian author… \n\n \n\nDark Matter | Elisabetta Barberio\n\n10 – 18 August | As BMI associated events are… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Creeper Margaret Hickey. No one does suspense better. –… \n\n\nLoad More\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-11-december-24/
LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:kadampa
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241211T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241211T211500
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20241111T035654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T192738Z
UID:59851-1733943600-1733951700@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Medieval to Metal Rockumentary Film Series: 'Don't Look Back' 1967
DESCRIPTION:Curated by BMI Heritage Curator – Ellen Becker \nDecember 11\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n11:00 pm \nBar open at 6pm \n$15 – $35 \nMinerva Theatre \n\nGet tickets\n \nDon’t Look Back\nDirector: D.A. Pennebaker\, 1967 (1hr 36m)\nBob Dylan\nTo celebrate the Art Gallery of Ballarat’s Medieval to Metal exhibition\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute is screening three iconic rock films in our historic Minerva Theatre. \nClear your palette of the recent serving of slick music documentaries with quintessential films of the ‘direct cinema’ genre. \nD.A. Pennebaker documents Bob Dylan’s 1965 tour of England\, which opens with Dylan flipping cards with the lyrics to Subterranean Homesick Blues\, considered one of the first ‘music videos’. \nPennebaker’s camera follows him from airport to hall\, from hotel room to public house\, from conversation to concert. Joan Baez and Donovan\, among others\, are on hand. It’s the period when Dylan is shifting from acoustic to electric\, a transition that not all fans\, including Baez\, applaud. \nTickets and Bookings \nTickets $10 BMI members & Ballarat Film Society members ($30 Season Pass). Plus booking fee. \n$15 general admittance ($35 Season Pass). Plus booking fee. \n\nGet tickets\n \nArt Gallery of Ballarat – Exhibition\nMedieval to Metal\nFor those who rock\, we salute you! Medieval to Metal: The Art & Evolution of the Guitar tours to Ballarat\, Victoria this October. Exclusive to the Art Gallery of Ballarat\, the exhibition features 40 iconic guitars on loan from the National Guitar Museum (USA) alongside an awe-inspiring assemblage of photographs\, paintings\, drawings\, illustrative designs\, and objects. \n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \nMore films\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming\n \n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nNov\n14 \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | EO \n\n\n\n \nDec\n11 \nFeatured \n7:00 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nMedieval to Metal Rocumentary Film Series: ‘Don’t Look Back’ 1967 \n$15 – $35 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n12 \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | Smiley \n\n\n\n \nJan\n15 \nFeatured \n7:00 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nMedieval to Metal Rocumentary Film Series: ‘This is Spinal Tap’ 1984 \n$15 – $35 \n\n\n\n \nJan\n22 \nFeatured \n7:00 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nMedieval to Metal Rocumentary Film Series: ‘Gimme Shelter’ 1970 \n$15 – $35 \n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\nToday \n\nNext Events\n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI News\n \n\nUrban Agriculture Month | Annually in November 2024\n\nURBAN AGRICULTURE MONTH\, The month of November | BMI events… \n\n \n\nNewsletter – November 2024\n\nIn this issue: Message from the Chair | Author Talks… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nSwift River Essie Chambers. An incredible blend of intimate and… \n\n \n\nOur Library | New Releases & Recommendations November 2024\n\nGo to the Library webpage to view all New Releases…. \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/dont-look-back-1967/
LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350
CATEGORIES:Art Gallery of Ballarat,BMI Produced Event,Film,Important Dates
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241212T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241212T223000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20241126T013229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T030544Z
UID:60175-1734024600-1734042600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Ballarat Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Meet Thursdays in the Humffray Room\n\nMore information about the club\n \nThe chess table in the photo (which is part of a collage of portraits of old BMI members) is possibly one of those still in use in the BMI Library on the ground floor. The date of the picture\, at a rough guess\, is believed to be between 1866 and 1875. C.J. Harvey (shown on the picture)\, J.Tatham (on the collage) and W.D. Battan (secretary of the BMI\, on the collage and who presented the collage to the BMI in 1910) were active chess-players in 1866-67. They played\, amongst others\, in the infamous Smythesdale handicap-chess tournament\, which lasted 8 months\, and ended in controversy.\n\nMore\n \n\n\nBMI News\n \n\nSocial scene at society screenings | Ballart Film Society\n\nIn the post-Second World War era\, a movement of film… \n\n \n\nRex’s Snippits | Is it AA or A in Ballaarat?\n\nExtract from the Heritage Victoria Register BMI statement of significance…. \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week | 8 January 2024\n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week I Remember Paris by Lucy… \n\n \n\nFrom the Curator | Post Office Gallery\n\n 1. MH1335 Ballarat Post Office\, post 1905. Max Harris Collection…. \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-chess-club-dec-24-12-dec/
LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Ballarat Chess Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241212T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20240130T012706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T121224Z
UID:50650-1734031800-1734037200@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Smiley
DESCRIPTION:December 12\n	  @\n7:30 pm\n	  –\n9:00 pm \nAustralian 1950s Outback Drama\nTo conclude this year marking our 70-year existence\, let’s watch a 1956 Australian film classic about an imaginative young boy who lives in the fictional small town of Murrumbilla in the Australian outback.  \nListen to an older generation of Australian accents; watch two-up games and immerse yourself in a 1950s country sensibility. Smiley has an alcoholic drover father and an overworked mother. He saves up for a new bike by working odd jobs and slowly raises the money for his dream. In doing so\, he unknowingly helps a dodgy publican called Rankin to sell opium to the local Aboriginal people living nearby. \nSmiley’s adventures are just beginning… Smiley\, and the 1958 Smiley Gets A Gun were released in the UK and US and went onto become international successes when few Australian films were being made. On a bit of trivia\, young Colin Petersen went on to become the Bee Gees drummer. Roadshow. \nAustralia\, 1956\, USA/Britain\, 93 min. Dir: Anthony Kimmins. Stars: Ralph Richardson\, Colin Petersen\, (Smiley)\, John McCallum\, Chips Rafferty\, Charles Tingwell.  \n																										 \nBallarat Film Society \n			\n						 \nMembership \n12 months – Feb-December: $606 months – Feb-June or July-Dec: $30 \nTo join or renew your membership\, please e-mail or phone Angus McLachlan (5374 2474)\, or come with cash on the night. \nMembership can be paid by bank transfer or with cash. \nFor film enquiries\, phone Sue Nunn: 5341 2266 or visit the  Ballarat Film Society website  \nAll films are subject to availability. If there is no next film shown below it means the BFS is working on next season’s programme. \nBMI news\n\n            \n                 \n\nBallart Pride Month\n\nSaturday 1 June – Sunday 30 June 2024 Pride Month… \n\n\n            \n                 \n\nBallart Winter Festival\n\nSaturday 29 June – Sunday 21 July 2024 The popular… \n\n\n            \n                 \n\nComing Soon | Human Designs\, Zlatko Balazic & John McKee. Featuring the artwork of Melinda Muscat\n\nMonday 3 June – Saturday 8 June | Hugh Williamson… \n\n\n            \n                 \n\nNewsletter – June 24\n\nIn this issue: Rosemary’s Library New Releases and Recommendations |… \n\n                \n                    Load More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bfs-smiley/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241214T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20241204T221030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T151210Z
UID:60511-1734168600-1734192000@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Vintage Christmas Festival at the BMI
DESCRIPTION:December 14\n@\n9:30 am\n–\n4:00 pm \n$3 – $20 \nMinerva Space \n\nGet tickets\n \nStep Back in Time for a Vintage Christmas at the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute!\nThis Christmas\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute invites you to a magical experience of nostalgia and holiday cheer. Experience the wonder of early cinema with a special screening of classic silent films that capture the spirit of the season..\n\nFeature Films Include: \n\nThe Night Before Christmas (1905) – A whimsical interpretation of Clement Clarke Moore’s beloved poem.\nA Christmas Carol (1913) – A heartfelt retelling of Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of redemption and goodwill.\nThe Christmas Tree by John Gilbert – A touching story that celebrates family and festive traditions – 7min.\n\nThe Night Before Christmas | Dir. Edwin S. Porter (1905) – 19min\nA Christmas Carol & Old Scrooge | Dir. Leedham Bantock (1913) – 40min\nThe Magic of Human Designs Musical Machine\nA vintage musical organ façade merges with hip-hop style and motion sensors. Step\, dance\, and trigger funky Christmas rap tunes\, while overhead\, classic characters groove in breakdancing elf hats and boom-box reindeer gear. On stage\, silent Christmas films flicker\, mixing quaint nostalgia with fresh beats. Snag door prizes from Santa’s blinged-out bag! Created with the inventive minds of Human Designs\, this whimsical wonderland blends past and present\, delivering a joyful fusion of holiday spirit\, old-time flair\, and modern rhythms sure to have everyone grinning and grooving. \nOne Ticket\, All-Day Access!\nYour ticket entitles you to entry at any time during opening hours. Come and go as you please and enjoy multiple screenings of these enchanting moving pictures. Whether you stay for one film or all of them\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute is your home for Christmas magic and vintage charm. \nJoin us not just to see the show\, but to be part of it! Multiple moving pictures will be playing throughout the day\, so drop in anytime and immerse yourself in the golden age of cinema. \nCelebrate Christmas with timeless tales\, vintage vibes\, and the enchanting sounds of Zlatko’s machine. A perfect event for family and friends! \nTickets and Bookings \nTickets $8 adults | Concession/child $5 | Toddlers free | Family of 4 $20 | Family of 3 $15 | Additional child $3 plus booking fee and gst. \n\nGet tickets\n \nThis event is part of the Christmas in Ballarat Festival\n\n  \nMore dates\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming\n \n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nDec\n14 \nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n15 \nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n19 \nFeatured \n10:00 am\n– \n3:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n20 \nFeatured \n10:00 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n21 \nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\nToday \n\nNext Events\n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI News\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nInto the Storm Cecelia Ahern. A storm lies ahead of… \n\n \n\nChristmas in Ballarat 2024\n\nBMI VINTAGE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL | BMI events associated with this… \n\n \n\nEureka! I’ve found it.\n\nEureka Diaorama Eureka\, you’ve found it!!  Come in to the… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nMolly Rosalie Ham. Love\, Death\, War & Corsetry…. Her burgeoning… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/vintage-christmas/
LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Film,Important Dates
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241215T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20241205T032559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T151204Z
UID:60546-1734255000-1734278400@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Vintage Christmas Festival at the BMI
DESCRIPTION:December 15\n@\n9:30 am\n–\n4:00 pm \n$3 – $20 \nMinerva Space \n\nGet tickets\n \nStep Back in Time for a Vintage Christmas at the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute!\nThis Christmas\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute invites you to a magical experience of nostalgia and holiday cheer. Experience the wonder of early cinema with a special screening of classic silent films that capture the spirit of the season..\n\nFeature Films Include: \n\nThe Night Before Christmas (1905) – A whimsical interpretation of Clement Clarke Moore’s beloved poem.\nA Christmas Carol (1913) – A heartfelt retelling of Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of redemption and goodwill.\nThe Christmas Tree by John Gilbert – A touching story that celebrates family and festive traditions – 7min.\n\nThe Night Before Christmas | Dir. Edwin S. Porter (1905) – 19min\nA Christmas Carol & Old Scrooge | Dir. Leedham Bantock (1913) – 40min\nThe Magic of Human Designs Musical Machine\nA vintage musical organ façade merges with hip-hop style and motion sensors. Step\, dance\, and trigger funky Christmas rap tunes\, while overhead\, classic characters groove in breakdancing elf hats and boom-box reindeer gear. On stage\, silent Christmas films flicker\, mixing quaint nostalgia with fresh beats. Snag door prizes from Santa’s blinged-out bag! Created with the inventive minds of Human Designs\, this whimsical wonderland blends past and present\, delivering a joyful fusion of holiday spirit\, old-time flair\, and modern rhythms sure to have everyone grinning and grooving. \nOne Ticket\, All-Day Access!\nYour ticket entitles you to entry at any time during opening hours. Come and go as you please and enjoy multiple screenings of these enchanting moving pictures. Whether you stay for one film or all of them\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute is your home for Christmas magic and vintage charm. \nJoin us not just to see the show\, but to be part of it! Multiple moving pictures will be playing throughout the day\, so drop in anytime and immerse yourself in the golden age of cinema. \nCelebrate Christmas with timeless tales\, vintage vibes\, and the enchanting sounds of Zlatko’s machine. A perfect event for family and friends! \nTickets and Bookings \nTickets $8 adults | Concession/child $5 | Toddlers free | Family of 4 $20 | Family of 3 $15 | Additional child $3 plus booking fee and gst. \n\nGet tickets\n \nThis event is part of the Christmas in Ballarat Festival\n\n  \nMore dates\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming \n\n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nDec\n14 \n \n\nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n15 \n \n\nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n19 \n \n\nFeatured \n10:00 am\n– \n3:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n20 \n \n\nFeatured \n10:00 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n21 \n \n\nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI News\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nInto the Storm Cecelia Ahern. A storm lies ahead of… \n\n\n \n\nChristmas in Ballarat 2024\n\nBMI VINTAGE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL | BMI events associated with this… \n\n\n \n\nEureka! I’ve found it.\n\nEureka Diaorama Eureka\, you’ve found it!!  Come in to the… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nMolly Rosalie Ham. Love\, Death\, War & Corsetry…. Her burgeoning… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/vintage-christmas-15/
LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Film,Important Dates
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241219T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20241205T032921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T151201Z
UID:60549-1734602400-1734620400@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Vintage Christmas Festival at the BMI
DESCRIPTION:December 19\n@\n10:00 am\n–\n3:00 pm \n$3 – $20 \nMinerva Space \n\nGet tickets\n \nStep Back in Time for a Vintage Christmas at the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute!\nThis Christmas\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute invites you to a magical experience of nostalgia and holiday cheer. Experience the wonder of early cinema with a special screening of classic silent films that capture the spirit of the season..\n\nFeature Films Include: \n\nThe Night Before Christmas (1905) – A whimsical interpretation of Clement Clarke Moore’s beloved poem.\nA Christmas Carol (1913) – A heartfelt retelling of Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of redemption and goodwill.\nThe Christmas Tree by John Gilbert – A touching story that celebrates family and festive traditions – 7min.\n\nThe Night Before Christmas | Dir. Edwin S. Porter (1905) – 19min\nA Christmas Carol & Old Scrooge | Dir. Leedham Bantock (1913) – 40min\nThe Magic of Human Designs Musical Machine\nA vintage musical organ façade merges with hip-hop style and motion sensors. Step\, dance\, and trigger funky Christmas rap tunes\, while overhead\, classic characters groove in breakdancing elf hats and boom-box reindeer gear. On stage\, silent Christmas films flicker\, mixing quaint nostalgia with fresh beats. Snag door prizes from Santa’s blinged-out bag! Created with the inventive minds of Human Designs\, this whimsical wonderland blends past and present\, delivering a joyful fusion of holiday spirit\, old-time flair\, and modern rhythms sure to have everyone grinning and grooving. \nOne Ticket\, All-Day Access!\nYour ticket entitles you to entry at any time during opening hours. Come and go as you please and enjoy multiple screenings of these enchanting moving pictures. Whether you stay for one film or all of them\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute is your home for Christmas magic and vintage charm. \nJoin us not just to see the show\, but to be part of it! Multiple moving pictures will be playing throughout the day\, so drop in anytime and immerse yourself in the golden age of cinema. \nCelebrate Christmas with timeless tales\, vintage vibes\, and the enchanting sounds of Zlatko’s machine. A perfect event for family and friends! \nTickets and Bookings \nTickets $8 adults | Concession/child $5 | Toddlers free | Family of 4 $20 | Family of 3 $15 | Additional child $3 plus booking fee and gst. \n\nGet tickets\n \nThis event is part of the Christmas in Ballarat Festival\n\n  \nMore dates\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming\n \n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nDec\n14 \n  \nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n15 \n  \nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n19 \n  \nFeatured \n10:00 am\n– \n3:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n20 \n  \nFeatured \n10:00 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n21 \n  \nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI News\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nInto the Storm Cecelia Ahern. A storm lies ahead of… \n\n \n\nChristmas in Ballarat 2024\n\nBMI VINTAGE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL | BMI events associated with this… \n\n \n\nEureka! I’ve found it.\n\nEureka Diaorama Eureka\, you’ve found it!!  Come in to the… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nMolly Rosalie Ham. Love\, Death\, War & Corsetry…. Her burgeoning… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/vintage-christmas-19/
LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Film,Important Dates
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241220T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20241205T040517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T151158Z
UID:60566-1734688800-1734710400@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Vintage Christmas Festival at the BMI
DESCRIPTION:December 20\n@\n10:00 am\n–\n4:00 pm \n$3 – $20 \nMinerva Space \n\nGet tickets\n \nStep Back in Time for a Vintage Christmas at the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute!\nThis Christmas\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute invites you to a magical experience of nostalgia and holiday cheer. Experience the wonder of early cinema with a special screening of classic silent films that capture the spirit of the season..\n\nFeature Films Include: \n\nThe Night Before Christmas (1905) – A whimsical interpretation of Clement Clarke Moore’s beloved poem.\nA Christmas Carol (1913) – A heartfelt retelling of Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of redemption and goodwill.\nThe Christmas Tree by John Gilbert – A touching story that celebrates family and festive traditions – 7min.\n\nThe Night Before Christmas | Dir. Edwin S. Porter (1905) – 19min\nA Christmas Carol & Old Scrooge | Dir. Leedham Bantock (1913) – 40min\nThe Magic of Human Designs Musical Machine\nA vintage musical organ façade merges with hip-hop style and motion sensors. Step\, dance\, and trigger funky Christmas rap tunes\, while overhead\, classic characters groove in breakdancing elf hats and boom-box reindeer gear. On stage\, silent Christmas films flicker\, mixing quaint nostalgia with fresh beats. Snag door prizes from Santa’s blinged-out bag! Created with the inventive minds of Human Designs\, this whimsical wonderland blends past and present\, delivering a joyful fusion of holiday spirit\, old-time flair\, and modern rhythms sure to have everyone grinning and grooving. \nOne Ticket\, All-Day Access!\nYour ticket entitles you to entry at any time during opening hours. Come and go as you please and enjoy multiple screenings of these enchanting moving pictures. Whether you stay for one film or all of them\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute is your home for Christmas magic and vintage charm. \nJoin us not just to see the show\, but to be part of it! Multiple moving pictures will be playing throughout the day\, so drop in anytime and immerse yourself in the golden age of cinema. \nCelebrate Christmas with timeless tales\, vintage vibes\, and the enchanting sounds of Zlatko’s machine. A perfect event for family and friends! \nTickets and Bookings \nTickets $8 adults | Concession/child $5 | Toddlers free | Family of 4 $20 | Family of 3 $15 | Additional child $3 plus booking fee and gst. \n\nGet tickets\n \nThis event is part of the Christmas in Ballarat Festival\n\n  \nMore dates\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming \n\n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nDec\n14 \n \n\nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n15 \n \n\nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n19 \n \n\nFeatured \n10:00 am\n– \n3:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n20 \n \n\nFeatured \n10:00 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n21 \n \n\nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI News\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nInto the Storm Cecelia Ahern. A storm lies ahead of… \n\n\n \n\nChristmas in Ballarat 2024\n\nBMI VINTAGE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL | BMI events associated with this… \n\n\n \n\nEureka! I’ve found it.\n\nEureka Diaorama Eureka\, you’ve found it!!  Come in to the… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nMolly Rosalie Ham. Love\, Death\, War & Corsetry…. Her burgeoning… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/vintage-christmas-20/
LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Film,Important Dates
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241221T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20241221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20241205T040653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T151154Z
UID:60568-1734773400-1734796800@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Vintage Christmas Festival at the BMI
DESCRIPTION:December 21\n@\n9:30 am\n–\n4:00 pm \n$3 – $20 \nMinerva Space \n\nGet tickets\n \nStep Back in Time for a Vintage Christmas at the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute!\nThis Christmas\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute invites you to a magical experience of nostalgia and holiday cheer. Experience the wonder of early cinema with a special screening of classic silent films that capture the spirit of the season.\n\nFeature Films Include: \n\nThe Night Before Christmas (1905) – A whimsical interpretation of Clement Clarke Moore’s beloved poem.\nA Christmas Carol (1913) – A heartfelt retelling of Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of redemption and goodwill.\nThe Christmas Tree by John Gilbert – A touching story that celebrates family and festive traditions – 7min.\n\nThe Night Before Christmas | Dir. Edwin S. Porter (1905) – 19min\nA Christmas Carol & Old Scrooge | Dir. Leedham Bantock (1913) – 40min\nThe Magic of Human Designs Musical Machine\nA vintage musical organ façade merges with hip-hop style and motion sensors. Step\, dance\, and trigger funky Christmas rap tunes\, while overhead\, classic characters groove in breakdancing elf hats and boom-box reindeer gear. On stage\, silent Christmas films flicker\, mixing quaint nostalgia with fresh beats. Snag door prizes from Santa’s blinged-out bag! Created with the inventive minds of Human Designs\, this whimsical wonderland blends past and present\, delivering a joyful fusion of holiday spirit\, old-time flair\, and modern rhythms sure to have everyone grinning and grooving. \nThe Magic of Human Designs Musical Machine\nA vintage musical organ façade merges with hip-hop style and motion sensors. Step\, dance\, and trigger funky Christmas rap tunes\, while overhead\, classic characters groove in breakdancing elf hats and boom-box reindeer gear. On stage\, silent Christmas films flicker\, mixing quaint nostalgia with fresh beats. Snag door prizes from Santa’s blinged-out bag! Created with the inventive minds of Human Designs\, this whimsical wonderland blends past and present\, delivering a joyful fusion of holiday spirit\, old-time flair\, and modern rhythms sure to have everyone grinning and grooving. \nOne Ticket\, All-Day Access!\nYour ticket entitles you to entry at any time during opening hours. Come and go as you please and enjoy multiple screenings of these enchanting moving pictures. Whether you stay for one film or all of them\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute is your home for Christmas magic and vintage charm. \nJoin us not just to see the show\, but to be part of it! Multiple moving pictures will be playing throughout the day\, so drop in anytime and immerse yourself in the golden age of cinema. \nCelebrate Christmas with timeless tales\, vintage vibes\, and the enchanting sounds of Zlatko’s machine. A perfect event for family and friends! \nTickets and Bookings \nTickets $8 adults | Concession/child $5 | Toddlers free | Family of 4 $20 | Family of 3 $15 | Additional child $3 plus booking fee and gst. \n\nGet tickets\n \nThis event is part of the Christmas in Ballarat Festival\n\n  \nMore dates\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming \n\n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nDec\n14 \n \n\nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n15 \n \n\nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n19 \n \n\nFeatured \n10:00 am\n– \n3:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n20 \n \n\nFeatured \n10:00 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n21 \n \n\nFeatured \n9:30 am\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nVintage Christmas Festival at the BMI \n$3 – $20 \n\n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI News\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nInto the Storm Cecelia Ahern. A storm lies ahead of… \n\n\n \n\nChristmas in Ballarat 2024\n\nBMI VINTAGE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL | BMI events associated with this… \n\n\n \n\nEureka! I’ve found it.\n\nEureka Diaorama Eureka\, you’ve found it!!  Come in to the… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nMolly Rosalie Ham. Love\, Death\, War & Corsetry…. Her burgeoning… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/vintage-christmas-21/
LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Film,Important Dates
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250115T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250115T204500
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20241113T003024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T192558Z
UID:59922-1736967600-1736973900@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Medieval to Metal Rockumentary Film Series: 'This is Spinal Tap' 1984
DESCRIPTION:Curated by BMI Heritage Curator – Ellen Becker \nJanuary 15\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n11:00 pm \nBar open at 6pm \n$15 – $35 \nMinerva Theatre \n\nGet tickets\n \nThis is Spinal Tap\nDirector: Rob Reiner\, 1984 (1hr 22m)\nSpinal Tap\nTo celebrate the Art Gallery of Ballarat’s Medieval to Metal exhibition\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute is screening three iconic rock films in our historic Minerva Theatre. \nClear your palette of the recent serving of slick music documentaries with quintessential films of the ‘direct cinema’ genre. \nCult mockumentary This is Spinal Tap (Rob Reiner\, 1984)\, which parodies its direct cinema predecessors in a film Dave Grohl dubbed “the only rock movie worth watching.” \nIn 1982\, the legendary English heavy metal band Spinal Tap attempt an American comeback tour accompanied by a fan who is also a film-maker. The resulting documentary\, interspersed with powerful performances of Tap’s pivotal music and profound lyrics\, candidly follows a rock group heading towards crisis\, culminating in the infamous affair of the eighteen-inch-high Stonehenge stage prop. \nTickets and Bookings \nTickets $10 BMI members & Ballarat Film Society members ($30 Season Pass). Plus booking fee. \n$15 general admittance ($35 Season Pass). Plus booking fee. \n\nGet tickets\n \nArt Gallery of Ballarat – Exhibition\nMedieval to Metal\nFor those who rock\, we salute you! Medieval to Metal: The Art & Evolution of the Guitar tours to Ballarat\, Victoria this October. Exclusive to the Art Gallery of Ballarat\, the exhibition features 40 iconic guitars on loan from the National Guitar Museum (USA) alongside an awe-inspiring assemblage of photographs\, paintings\, drawings\, illustrative designs\, and objects. \n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \nMore films\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming\n \n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nNov\n14 \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | EO \n\n\n\n \nDec\n11 \nFeatured \n7:00 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nMedieval to Metal Rocumentary Film Series: ‘Don’t Look Back’ 1967 \n$15 – $35 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n12 \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | Smiley \n\n\n\n \nJan\n15 \nFeatured \n7:00 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nMedieval to Metal Rocumentary Film Series: ‘This is Spinal Tap’ 1984 \n$15 – $35 \n\n\n\n \nJan\n22 \nFeatured \n7:00 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nMedieval to Metal Rocumentary Film Series: ‘Gimme Shelter’ 1970 \n$15 – $35 \n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\nToday \n\nNext Events\n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI News\n \n\nUrban Agriculture Month | Annually in November 2024\n\nURBAN AGRICULTURE MONTH\, The month of November | BMI events… \n\n \n\nNewsletter – November 2024\n\nIn this issue: Message from the Chair | Author Talks… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nSwift River Essie Chambers. An incredible blend of intimate and… \n\n \n\nOur Library | New Releases & Recommendations November 2024\n\nGo to the Library webpage to view all New Releases…. \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/this-is-spinal-tap-1984/
LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350
CATEGORIES:Art Gallery of Ballarat,BMI Produced Event,Film,Important Dates
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250116T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250626T223000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20250107T014921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T030852Z
UID:60938-1737048600-1750977000@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Ballarat Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Meet Thursdays in the Humffray Room\n\nMore information about the club\n \nThe chess table in the photo (which is part of a collage of portraits of old BMI members) is possibly one of those still in use in the BMI Library on the ground floor. The date of the picture\, at a rough guess\, is believed to be between 1866 and 1875. C.J. Harvey (shown on the picture)\, J.Tatham (on the collage) and W.D. Battan (secretary of the BMI\, on the collage and who presented the collage to the BMI in 1910) were active chess-players in 1866-67. They played\, amongst others\, in the infamous Smythesdale handicap-chess tournament\, which lasted 8 months\, and ended in controversy.\n\nMore
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-chess-club-2025/
LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Ballarat Chess Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250122T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250122T204000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20241113T005429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T192735Z
UID:59934-1737572400-1737578400@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:'Gimme Shelter' 1970 | THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO TECH ISSUES
DESCRIPTION:Curated by BMI Heritage Curator – Ellen Becker \nJanuary 22\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n11:00 pm \nBar open at 6pm \n$15 – $35 \nMinerva Theatre \n\nGet tickets\n \nGimme Shelter\nDirector: Albert Maysles\, David Maysles & Charlotte Zwerin (1hr 31m)\nThe Rolling Stones\nTo celebrate the Art Gallery of Ballarat’s Medieval to Metal exhibition\, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute is screening three iconic rock films in our historic Minerva Theatre. \nClear your palette of the recent serving of slick music documentaries with quintessential films of the ‘direct cinema’ genre. \nIn Gimme Shelter (1970)\, the Maysles brothers are ‘flies on the wall’ to the Rolling Stones’ 1969 American tour\, which culminates in murder at the Altamont Free Concert\, an event which marked the spiritual end of the 1960’s. \nOther bands performing included Jefferson Airplane\, The Flying Burrito Brothers\, Ike and Tina Turner\, Crosby Stills Nash and Young and Santana. \nTickets and Bookings \nTickets $10 BMI members & Ballarat Film Society members ($30 Season Pass). Plus booking fee. \n$15 general admittance ($35 Season Pass). Plus booking fee. \n\nGet tickets\n \nArt Gallery of Ballarat – Exhibition\nMedieval to Metal\nFor those who rock\, we salute you! Medieval to Metal: The Art & Evolution of the Guitar tours to Ballarat\, Victoria this October. Exclusive to the Art Gallery of Ballarat\, the exhibition features 40 iconic guitars on loan from the National Guitar Museum (USA) alongside an awe-inspiring assemblage of photographs\, paintings\, drawings\, illustrative designs\, and objects. \n\n \n\n \n\n\n\n \nMore films\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming\n \n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nNov\n14 \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | EO \n\n\n\n \nDec\n11 \nFeatured \n7:00 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nMedieval to Metal Rocumentary Film Series: ‘Don’t Look Back’ 1967 \n$15 – $35 \n\n\n\n \nDec\n12 \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | Smiley \n\n\n\n \nJan\n15 \nFeatured \n7:00 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nMedieval to Metal Rocumentary Film Series: ‘This is Spinal Tap’ 1984 \n$15 – $35 \n\n\n\n \nJan\n22 \nFeatured \n7:00 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nMedieval to Metal Rocumentary Film Series: ‘Gimme Shelter’ 1970 \n$15 – $35 \n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\nToday \n\nNext Events\n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI News\n \n\nUrban Agriculture Month | Annually in November 2024\n\nURBAN AGRICULTURE MONTH\, The month of November | BMI events… \n\n \n\nNewsletter – November 2024\n\nIn this issue: Message from the Chair | Author Talks… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nSwift River Essie Chambers. An incredible blend of intimate and… \n\n \n\nOur Library | New Releases & Recommendations November 2024\n\nGo to the Library webpage to view all New Releases…. \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/gimme-shelter-1970/
LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350
CATEGORIES:Art Gallery of Ballarat,BMI Produced Event,Film,Important Dates
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250124T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250124T230000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20250110T013352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T163216Z
UID:61048-1737747000-1737759600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:HIP HOP ELEMENTS
DESCRIPTION:January 24\n@\n7:30 pm\n–\n11:00 pm \n$20 \n\nGet Tickets\n \nCome Witness a Night to Remember with Live Hip-hop\, Food & Drink.\n\nStep into a night of pure energy and raw talent\, featuring some of the most electrifying names in hip-hop: \nExfold | Fitzythadon | Rezzyy | Bailz X Stixy | Noir847 | Leaksy | Draks | Runwylda \nThis unforgettable night will be hosted by the incredible Exfold\, and DJ Sudden on the decks bringing the beats all night. \nDon’t miss your chance to be part of a high-energy celebration of talent\, rhythm\, and raw artistry. Grab your tickets now and join us for a night to remember! \nThis is strictly an 18+ event\, IDs will be checked on the door. \nGet tickets $20 plus bkg fee & gst. \n\nGet Tickets\n\n  \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. \nMore Live Music\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming\n \n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nJan\n13 \n  \nFeatured \n3:00 pm\n– \n5:00 pm  \n\nOrgans of the Ballarat Goldfields | Dui Tenori \n$5 – $40 \n\n\n\n \nJan\n24 \n  \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nHIP HOP ELEMENTS \n$20 \n\n\n\n \nFeb\n9 \n  \nFeatured \n3:00 pm\n– \n5:30 pm  \n\nAdam Harvey | Live at the BMI \n$42 \n\n\n\n \nApr\n27 \n  \nFeatured \n4:00 pm\n– \n8:00 pm  \n\nAsh Grunwald at the BMI \n$45 – $55 \n\n\n\n \nAug\n23 \n  \nFeatured \n8:00 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nSix String Blues – A Tribute To Blues Guitar \n$39.95 \n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI news\n \n\nVintage & Collectables shop\n\nThe BMI vintage & Pre-loved Shop are closed for the… \n\n \n\nA Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | January 2025\n\nSpinal Tap The Rolling Stones Hello everyone. I imagine that… \n\n \n\nOur Library | New Releases & Recommendations January 2025\n\nGo to the Library webpage to view all New Releases…. \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Butterfly Garden Rachel Burton. Can a secret from the… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/hip-hop-elements-bmi/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250129T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250129T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20241216T233250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T151012Z
UID:60722-1738177200-1738182600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Finding Joy: Meditation in a Busy Life - Public Talk with Gen Kelsang Rabten
DESCRIPTION:January 29\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n8:30 pm \n$25 \nVenue: Minerva Space \nWhether we’re looking for ways to manage stress or to grow emotionally and spiritually\, meditation can help us bring more calm and joy into our lives. However\, while many of us feel we could benefit from meditation\, we often find it challenging to set aside time or go as deeply into it as we’d like. \nIn this public talk\, Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Rabten will share simple and practical ways to start meditating and make the most of the moments we have\, helping us keep our minds peaceful\, controlled\, and joyful all day long. \n$10 for Kadampa members | $25 for non-members \nRegistration 6.30-6.50pm \nKadampa Meditation Centre Australia (Ballarat Branch)\ninfo@meditateinmelbourne.org | 0455205589\nmeditateinballarat.org\nABN 86 114 195 550\nKMC Australia is a not-for-profit organisation \n\nBookings\n\n \nThe Teacher\nGen Kelsang Rabten is the Resident Teacher of KMC Australia (Dandenong Ranges) and KMC Melbourne (CBD). Ordained in 1994\, he has studied under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for 30 years. He has taught in many centres around the world including Australia\, New Zealand\, and South-East Asia. \nGen Rabten exemplifies the essence of the modern Kadampa’s way of life\, brings a warm heart and joyful attitude to sharing Buddha’s teachings and the practice of meditation. \nGen Kelsang Rabten\nMore from Kadampa\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToday\n \nNow\nNow \n– \n2025-02-12\nFebruary 12 \n\n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nJan\n29 \n7:00 pm\n– \n8:30 pm  \n\nFinding Joy: Meditation in a Busy Life – Public Talk with Gen Kelsang Rabten \n$25 \n\n\n\n \nFeb\n5 \n7:00 pm\n– \n8:30 pm  \n\nKadampa Meditation Series | New Beginnings: How to Start Meditating \nFree – $15 \n\n\n\n \nFeb\n12 \n7:00 pm\n– \n8:30 pm  \n\nKadampa Meditation Series | New Beginnings: How to Start Meditating \nFree – $15 \n\n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI News\n\n \n\nOur Library | New Releases & Recommendations January 2025\n\nGo to the Library webpage to view all New Releases…. \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Butterfly Garden Rachel Burton. Can a secret from the… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Ghosts of August Peter Watt. An Australian family answers… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nInto the Storm Cecelia Ahern. A storm lies ahead of… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/finding-joy/
LOCATION:VIC
CATEGORIES:kadampa,Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="KMC Australia & Melbourne":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250205T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20250106T012015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T161202Z
UID:60892-1738782000-1738787400@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | New Beginnings: How to Start Meditating
DESCRIPTION:February 5\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n8:30 pm \nFree – $15 \nLending Library \nThese classes offer simple\, practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace\nthrough meditation and Buddhist teachings. \nThe in-person setting fosters a supportive community and\noffers real-time interaction with the teacher for personalized guidance.\nClasses include guided meditations and teachings to help us solve our\ndaily problems and find the lasting happiness we seek. \nBeginners welcome\, no bookings required. \nFree for Kadampa members | $15 for non-members \nKadampa Meditation Centre Australia (Ballarat Branch)\ninfo@meditateinmelbourne.org | 0455205589\nmeditateinballarat.org\nABN 86 114 195 550\nKMC Australia is a not-for-profit organisation \nThe Teacher\nChristielli Portela has been teaching modern Kadampa Buddhism for a decade. As an experienced and well-loved teacher\, she inspires people to use Buddhist meditation to improve their lives through her sincere example and clear teachings. \n \nBMI news\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Butterfly Garden Rachel Burton. Can a secret from the… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Ghosts of August Peter Watt. An Australian family answers… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nInto the Storm Cecelia Ahern. A storm lies ahead of… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nMolly Rosalie Ham. Love\, Death\, War & Corsetry…. Her burgeoning… \n\n\nLoad More\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-new-beginnings-1/
LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:kadampa
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250207T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250207T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20250110T034631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T163211Z
UID:61064-1738953000-1738960200@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:BMI Live: Olybird and the Milla Williams Duo
DESCRIPTION:February 7\n@\n6:30 pm\n–\n8:30 pm \n$30 – $40 \n\nGet Tickets\n \nOlybird.\nOlybird\n  \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of live music at the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, featuring the mesmerizing sounds of Olybird and the soulful harmonies of the Milla Williams Duo. \nOlybird will enchant you with their unique blend of heartfelt lyrics\, intricate arrangements\, and an unforgettable stage presence. Known for their soulful performances\, Olybird creates a sonic journey that resonates deeply with audiences. \nJoining the lineup is the Milla Williams Duo\, a powerhouse of vocal artistry and dynamic instrumentation. Their rich harmonies and evocative melodies are guaranteed to leave you spellbound\, bringing an energy and passion that lights up the room. \nDate: 7th of February 2025\nTime: Doors open 6:30pm\nLocation: Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute \nDon’t miss your chance to witness these talented performers light up the stage. Book your tickets now and be part of this special evening! \nMilla Williams Duo.\nThe Milla Williams Duo is Milla and her dad Geoffrey Williams accompanying on acoustic guitar playing soulful chilled out vibes – covers by artists such as Jorja Smith\, Lianne La Havas\, SZA and a collection of originals. The duo played Begonia Festival\, Ballarat\, ‘22-’24; Hide+Seek Festival ‘22-’24; Clunes Booktown ’24 & White Night Ballarat ‘24 \nShe has also been a finalist in the regional Busking Championships\, busking in Daylesford\, Mornington Peninsula and Ballarat Bridge Mall Farmers Market\, performing for the Centre for Multicultural Youth and City of Ballarat Youth Awards events. \nShe has also had a track released on Sonika Records and played the Sonika stage at the Begonia Festival 2022. \n  \nGet tickets $40 General Admittance | $30 BMI members\,  plus bkg fee & gst. \n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. \nThis is a BMI Live Event\n\nFind out More\n \nBMI Live Events are proudly supported by Revive Live\n an Australian Government initiative\n\n  \nMore Live Music\n6 events found. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming \n\n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nFeb\n7 \n \n\nFeatured \n6:30 pm\n– \n8:30 pm  \n\nBMI Live: Olybird and the Milla Williams Duo \n$30 – $40 \n\n\n\n \nFeb\n9 \n \n\nFeatured \n3:00 pm\n– \n5:30 pm  \n\nAdam Harvey | Live at the BMI \n$42 \n\n\n\n \nFeb\n21 \n \n\nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBMI Live: Hot Club Swing & Amie Brûlée \n$30 – $40 \n\n\n\n \nApr\n27 \n \n\nFeatured \n4:00 pm\n– \n8:00 pm  \n\nAsh Grunwald at the BMI \n$45 – $55 \n\n\n\n \nMay\n18 \n \n\nFeatured \n2:00 pm\n– \n4:00 pm  \n\nDame Nellie Melba Celebration Performance \n$35 \n\n\n\n \nAug\n23 \n \n\nFeatured \n8:00 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nSix String Blues – A Tribute To Blues Guitar \n$39.95 \n\n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI news\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nGunnawah Ronni Salt. It’s 1974 in the Riverina the weather… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Mystery of Haverford House Rachel Burton. A Mystery that… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nDead Man’s Shoes Marion Todd. A Master of the Tartan… \n\n\n \n\nBMI Live Events\n\nBMI LIVE | This is a new BMI program of… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/olybird-milla-williams-duo/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:BMI Live,Important Dates,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250209T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250209T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20241113T233828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T163224Z
UID:59974-1739113200-1739122200@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Adam Harvey | Live at the BMI
DESCRIPTION:February 9\n@\n3:00 pm\n–\n5:30 pm \n$42 \n\nGet Tickets\n \nJoin Adam Harvey as he celebrates his new album “Let The Song Take You Home”.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nAdam will perform some new songs plus all of his hits and some classic country. Don’t miss this special event filled with laughter and great country music. \nGet tickets $42 plus bkg fee. \n\nGet Tickets\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. \nMore Live Music\nLoading view. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming\n \n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nJan\n13 \n  \nFeatured \n3:00 pm\n– \n5:00 pm  \n\nOrgans of the Ballarat Goldfields | Dui Tenori \n$5 – $40 \n\n\n\n \nJan\n24 \n  \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nHIP HOP ELEMENTS \n$20 \n\n\n\n \nFeb\n9 \n  \nFeatured \n3:00 pm\n– \n5:30 pm  \n\nAdam Harvey | Live at the BMI \n$42 \n\n\n\n \nApr\n27 \n  \nFeatured \n4:00 pm\n– \n8:00 pm  \n\nAsh Grunwald at the BMI \n$45 – $55 \n\n\n\n \nAug\n23 \n  \nFeatured \n8:00 pm\n– \n11:00 pm  \n\nSix String Blues – A Tribute To Blues Guitar \n$39.95 \n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI news\n \n\nVintage & Collectables shop\n\nThe BMI vintage & Pre-loved Shop are closed for the… \n\n \n\nA Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | January 2025\n\nSpinal Tap The Rolling Stones Hello everyone. I imagine that… \n\n \n\nOur Library | New Releases & Recommendations January 2025\n\nGo to the Library webpage to view all New Releases…. \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Butterfly Garden Rachel Burton. Can a secret from the… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/adam-harvey/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20250106T014304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T161159Z
UID:60901-1739386800-1739392200@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | New Beginnings: How to Start Meditating
DESCRIPTION:February 5\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n8:30 pm \nFree – $15 \nLending Library \nThese classes offer simple\, practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace\nthrough meditation and Buddhist teachings. \nThe in-person setting fosters a supportive community and\noffers real-time interaction with the teacher for personalized guidance.\nClasses include guided meditations and teachings to help us solve our\ndaily problems and find the lasting happiness we seek. \nBeginners welcome\, no bookings required. \nFree for Kadampa members | $15 for non-members \nKadampa Meditation Centre Australia (Ballarat Branch)\ninfo@meditateinmelbourne.org | 0455205589\nmeditateinballarat.org\nABN 86 114 195 550\nKMC Australia is a not-for-profit organisation \nThe Teacher\nChristielli Portela has been teaching modern Kadampa Buddhism for a decade. As an experienced and well-loved teacher\, she inspires people to use Buddhist meditation to improve their lives through her sincere example and clear teachings. \n \nBMI news\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Butterfly Garden Rachel Burton. Can a secret from the… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Ghosts of August Peter Watt. An Australian family answers… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nInto the Storm Cecelia Ahern. A storm lies ahead of… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nMolly Rosalie Ham. Love\, Death\, War & Corsetry…. Her burgeoning… \n\n\nLoad More\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-new-beginnings-2/
LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:kadampa
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250213T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T020456
CREATED:20250203T001511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T113214Z
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SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | KNEECAP
DESCRIPTION:February 13\n@\n7:30 pm\n–\n9:00 pm \nPumping Northern Irish Comedy\n \nKneecap is a comedic and musical start to our 2025 program. Rich Peppiatt’s raucous Irish-language debut feature is a semi-fictionalised biopic of the anarchic Belfast hip-hop band Kneecap and their rebellious civil rights mission to save the Irish language.  \nMo Chara and Móglaí Bap are the stage names of two erudite working-class hopefuls who exploded out of Belfast in 2017 in a post-Troubles social environment\, making waves with their tongue-in-cheek political lyrics. Soon to be performing in Australia (sadly\, already sold out)\, Kneecap were one of the most talked about acts at the 2024 Glastonbury festival. They certainly pack a punch in the film: expect bursts of swearing\, white powder\, run-ins with the police\, parents\, girlfriends\, and politics. Kneecap was awarded the Audience Prize for Best Film at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival\, plus numerous other film awards. Brace yourselves for a hilarious act of ‘pure delinquency.’  Madman. \nIreland\, 2024\, 94 min. Rated M.\nM. Dir: Rich Peppiatt. Starring\, as themselves\, Naoise Ó Cairealláin “Móglaí Bap” and Liam Óg Ó Hannaidh “Mo Chara.” \n \nBallarat Film Society \n  \nMembership \n12 months – Feb-December: $60\nFeb-July: $35 – July-Dec: $30 \nTo join or renew your membership\, please e-mail or phone Angus McLachlan (5374 2474)\, or come with cash on the night. \nMembership can be paid by bank transfer or with cash. \nFor film enquiries\, phone Sue Nunn: 5341 2266 or visit the  Ballarat Film Society website \nAll films are subject to availability. If there is no next film shown below it means the BFS is working on next season’s programme. \nMore Film\n2 events found. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming \n\n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nFeb\n13 \n \n\nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | KNEECAP \n\n\n\n \nMar\n13 \n \n\nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | The Movie Teller \n\n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI news\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Mystery of Haverford House Rachel Burton. A Mystery that… \n\n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nDead Man’s Shoes Marion Todd. A Master of the Tartan… \n\n\n \n\nBMI Live Events\n\nBMI LIVE | This is a new BMI program of… \n\n\n \n\nBAROC* Poems: A Personal Cancer Journey by Mike Stephens\n\nThis book of Poems & Illustrations is available for purchase… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bfs-kneecap/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film
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