BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20260404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20261003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20270403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20271002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123349 CREATED:20260302T012824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T043901Z UID:71027-1777489200-1777492800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Love Changes Everything: How to Transform Yourself & the World Around You DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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-29-apr/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/3-Love-Changes-BMI-Square.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260430T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260430T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123349 CREATED:20260303T233837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T014040Z UID:71100-1777573800-1777579200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Anna Johnston DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/in-conversation-with-anna-johnston/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-anna-johnston-v3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260506T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260506T183000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123349 CREATED:20260323T001805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T043353Z UID:71453-1778088600-1778092200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks: Focus on Ballarat - What We Watched Before Cinema: ‘Entertainments’ at the Mechanics’ Hall\, 1863–1919 DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/twilight-talks-focus-on-ballarat-4/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Australian Heritage Festival,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/square-promo-2025-ellen.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260506T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260506T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123349 CREATED:20260302T012938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T043305Z UID:71029-1778094000-1778097600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Love Changes Everything: How to Transform Yourself & the World Around You DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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-6-may/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/3-Love-Changes-BMI-Square.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260508T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260508T213000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123349 CREATED:20260310T034440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T043207Z UID:71174-1778268600-1778275800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:One Tease Rules Them All: Fellowship of the G-String - The Burlesque Parody DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/one-tease-rules-them-all/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Sq-promo-one.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ethereal Realm Events Co.":MAILTO:etherealrealm.eventsco@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260509T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260509T113000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123349 CREATED:20260121T221045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T033520Z UID:70205-1778320800-1778326200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Teeny Tiny Stevies - Brain Fart Tour DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/teeny-tiny-stevies-brain-fart-tour/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Comedy,Live Music,Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Square-logo-only-1920x1920-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260509T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260509T213000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123349 CREATED:20260310T043604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T043048Z UID:71186-1778355000-1778362200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:One Tease Rules Them All: Fellowship of the G-String - The Burlesque Parody DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/one-tease-rules-them-all-2/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Sq-promo-one.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ethereal Realm Events Co.":MAILTO:etherealrealm.eventsco@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260511T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260511T193000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123349 CREATED:20260316T013945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T043011Z UID:71295-1778522400-1778527800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Victoria Purman DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/victoria-purman/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-victoria-purman.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260512T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261208T150000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123349 CREATED:20250527T054132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T043645Z UID:65238-1778594400-1796742000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tours of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute - Each Tuesday DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/day-tours-ballarat-26/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,Ballarat Winter Festival,Festival,Fundraiser,Important Dates,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/building-tours-sq-promo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260513T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260513T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123349 CREATED:20260303T011741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T041831Z UID:71063-1778697000-1778702400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Kerri Rogan DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/in-conversation-with-kerri-rogan/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-v3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260513T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260513T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260302T013053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T041747Z UID:71031-1778698800-1778702400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Love Changes Everything: How to Transform Yourself & the World Around You DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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-13-may/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/3-Love-Changes-BMI-Square.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260514T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260514T210000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260129T041334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T035403Z UID:70407-1778787000-1778792400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Black Dog DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/ballarat-film-society-black-dog/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/black-dog-sq-promo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260516T083000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260516T180000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260128T044603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035919Z UID:70338-1778920200-1778954400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Victorian Occult Conference DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/victorian-occult-conference/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sq-promo-vic-occult.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260310T001332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035527Z UID:71137-1779217200-1779220800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tour DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/minervas-secrets-night-tour-19-may-26/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Australian Heritage Festival,Important Dates,Night Tours,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/received_908662326866361-e1708918930337.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T203000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260414T044444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T054257Z UID:72157-1779219000-1779222600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Lantern Vaults | Special Preview DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/lantern-vaults-preview/ LOCATION:The Basement\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,Important Dates ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/sq-promo-events-lantern-vaults.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T210000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T220000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260310T002124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T044437Z UID:71139-1779224400-1779228000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tour DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/minervas-secrets-night-tour-18-may-26-2/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Australian Heritage Festival,Important Dates,Night Tours,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/received_265285705882698-e1708919200874.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260521T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260524T160000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260418T053218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T062535Z UID:72320-1779357600-1779638400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Lantern Vaults DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/lantern-vaults/ LOCATION:BMI – Multiple Spaces\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,Important Dates ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/sq-promo-events-lantern-vaults.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260521T113000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260524T121500 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260421T025952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T043547Z UID:72387-1779363000-1779624900@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Heritage Festival - Tours of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/ballarat-heritage-festival-tours/ LOCATION:Meet in the Foyer\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,Important Dates,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/sq-promo-day-tours.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260522T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260522T203000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260318T041021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T065647Z UID:71379-1779476400-1779481800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Panic from the Sky: A Call of Cthulhu Advenure DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/panic-in-the-sky/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Ufo-picture-only-for-ATDW-Tales-from-Rat-City-David-Waldron.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260527T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260527T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260313T002934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035212Z UID:71249-1779906600-1779912000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Amanda Hampson DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/amanda-hampson/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-amanda-hampson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260611T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260611T210000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260129T043042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035120Z UID:70415-1781206200-1781211600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Monster DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/ballarat-film-society-monster/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/monster-sq-promo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260612T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260612T200000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260310T005733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035038Z UID:71141-1781290800-1781294400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tour DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/minervas-secrets-night-tour-12-jun-26/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Night Tours,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/received_908662326866361-e1708918930337.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260612T210000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260612T220000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260310T010115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035008Z UID:71143-1781298000-1781301600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tour DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/minervas-secrets-night-tour-12-jun-26-2/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Night Tours,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/received_265285705882698-e1708919200874.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260617T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260617T193000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260506T023026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T043433Z UID:72763-1781719200-1781724600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Anthea Hodgson DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/in-conversation-with-anthea-hodgson/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/sp-promo-talks-anthea-hodgson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260623T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260623T193000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260313T005434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T034824Z UID:71257-1782237600-1782243000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Mark Smith DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/mark-smith-2/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-mark-smith.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260701T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260701T193000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260506T041811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T010257Z UID:72778-1782928800-1782934200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Sherryl Clark DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/in-conversation-with-sherryl-clark/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/sp-promo-talks-sherryl-clark.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260703T200000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260703T211500 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260505T235334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T043235Z UID:72745-1783108800-1783113300@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Joscho Stephan Trio: Gypsy Jazz Virtuosos DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/joscho-stephan-trio-gypsy-jazz-virtuosos/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/20211029_joscho_stephan_trio-c-pollert.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Concerts Australia":MAILTO:michael@concertsaustralia.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260704T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260704T110000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20260413T230016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T004508Z UID:72002-1783159200-1783162800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Whistle and Trick DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/whistle-and-trick/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Comedy,Live Music,Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/WT-Portrait-promo-copy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260710T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260710T125000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20250930T001641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T050116Z UID:67766-1783681200-1783687800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production | SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/21-hearts/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/sq-promo-21-hearts.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260710T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260710T205000 DTSTAMP:20260508T123350 CREATED:20251001T031523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T051020Z UID:67817-1783710000-1783716600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:21 HEARTS: Vivian Bullwinkel and the Nurses of the Vyner Brooke\, a THEATRE 180 production | SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Spaceballs – a FightMND fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n October 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n7:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n9:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Theatre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us at 7pm on October 4th for a screening of the cult classic Spaceballs to raise much needed funds for FightMND. \n \n In 2013\, we lost my dad\, Ian\, from MND. In his memory\, we are raising funds and participating in this year’s FightMND Daniher’s Drive to raise funds and awareness to defeat the beast. Help us celebrate Dad’s memory and raise some funds as we enjoy one of his all-time favs\, Spaceballs. May the Schwartz be with you. – Gareth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In a distant galaxy\, planet Spaceball has depleted its air supply\, leaving its citizens reliant on a product called “”Perri-Air.”” \n \n On the peaceful planet Druidia\, King Roland attempts to marry his daughter Princess Vespa to Prince Valium\, but Vespa and her loyal droid Dot Matrix escape during her wedding. After wasting the fresh air on the distant planet Spaceball\, corrupt President Skroob orders the arch-villain henchman Dark Helmet to kidnap Princess Vespa to force King Roland to provide them with the code to Druidia’s atmosphere. Under those circumstances\, the seasoned mercenary Lone Starr and his devoted half-human\, half-canine sidekick Barf try to save the princess. In the meantime\, the ruthless loan shark Pizza the Hutt is after them. But only he who can harness The Schwartz\, a mystical cosmic force\, will save the day.—Nick Riganas \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n America – 1987 – Comedy – 1h 32m Director\, Mel Brooks – Writers Mel Brooks – Thomas Meehan – Ronny Graham \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $18 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This 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/21-hearts-2/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/sq-promo-21-hearts.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR