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SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Sweet As
DESCRIPTION:July 10\n@\n7:30 pm\n–\n9:00 pm \nIndigenous Coming of Age Story\n \nFilmed in the stunning Pilbara over five weeks\, Nyul Nyul/Yawuru woman Jub Clerc’s debut feature film is the first Western Australian film by a First Nation’s director.   \n16-year-old Murra\, whose abandonment by her drug-fuelled mother puts her at risk of being sent into the Child Protection system\, instead finds herself on an outward-bound mini-bus full of at-risk teens and two charismatic team leaders. Amongst others\, the group includes a troublemaker\, a lonely and vulnerable young man\, and an irrepressible ‘Elvis\,’ the reason for whose inclusion on the trip is unknown. Sweet As is an uplifting coming-of-age road movie about unconventional friendships\, romantic crushes\, and the use of the camera to capture the beautiful and meaningful cultural landscape and quiet moments of realization. \nIn the 1980s\, Jub herself travelled on a photo safari for at-risk teens which ignited her passion for visual story-telling. Just as her journey was a transformative one for her\, so too is Sweet As transformative for its audience. Roadshow. \nAustralia\, 2022\, 83 min. \nDir: Jub Clerc. Stars: Shantae Barnes-Cowan\, Mark Coles-Smith and Tasma Walton. \nBallarat Film Society \n  \nMembership \n12 months – Feb-December: $60\nFeb-July: $35 – July-Dec: $30 \nTo join or renew your membership\, please e-mail or phone Angus McLachlan (5374 2474)\, or come with cash on the night. \nMembership can be paid by bank transfer or with cash. \nFor film enquiries\, phone Sue Nunn: 5341 2266 or visit the  Ballarat Film Society website \nAll films are subject to availability. If there is no next film shown below it means the BFS is working on next season’s programme. \nMore Film\n10 events found. \n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\nToday\n \nUpcoming\nUpcoming\n \n\nSelect date. \n \n\n\n\n \nFeb\n13 \n  \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | KNEECAP \n\n\n\n \nMar\n13 \n  \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | The Movie Teller \n\n\n\n \nApr\n10 \n  \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | Red Rocket \n\n\n\n \nMay\n8 \n  \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | Bicycle Thieves (Ladri di Biciclette) \n\n\n\n \nJun\n12 \n  \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | La Chimera \n\n\n\n \nJul\n10 \n  \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | Sweet As \n\n\n\n \nSep\n11 \n  \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | Goodbye Julia \n\n\n\n \nOct\n9 \n  \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | To Thank the Room \n\n\n\n \nNov\n13 \n  \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | ​Hammarskjöld: The Fight for Peace \n\n\n\n \nDec\n11 \n  \nFeatured \n7:30 pm\n– \n9:00 pm  \n\nBallarat Film Society | ​Little Richard: I am Everything \n\n\n\nPrevious Events\n\nToday \n\nNext Events \n\n\n\nSubscribe to calendar  \n\n\nGoogle Calendar \n\niCalendar \n\nOutlook 365 \n\nOutlook Live \n\nExport .ics file \n\nExport Outlook .ics file \n\nBMI news\n \n\nNewsletter – February 2025\n\nA Message from the Chair… \n\n \n\nNewsletter – January 2025\n\nA Message from the Chair… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nThe Mystery of Haverford House Rachel Burton. A Mystery that… \n\n \n\nRosemary’s Book of the Week\n\nDead Man’s Shoes Marion Todd. A Master of the Tartan… \n\n\nLoad More
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bfs-sweet-as/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250711T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250711T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250526T023451Z
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SUMMARY:Andrew Hamilton | Jokes about the time I went to Prison
DESCRIPTION:July 11\n@\n7:30 pm\n–\n9:00 pm \n$35.50 \nMinerva Space \n\nGet Tickets\n \n‘One to watch.’ NSW Police\n‘Knack for a ripping anecdote.’ ★★★★ The Age\n‘Fascinating and unique.’ Chortle (UK)\n‘A compelling and utterly hysterical night of comedy’ ★★★★★ ArtsHub\nNominee – Best Newcomer Award\, 2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival\nIn 2021\, Andrew Hamilton spent four months in two of Sydney’s maximum-security prisons for the commercial supply of psychedelic drugs. While incarcerated\, Andrew began noticing the transportive power of laughter. After all\, if a joke can make you forget you’re in prison\, what else can it do?  \nUpon his release\, Andrew took up stand-up comedy\, initially under strict bail conditions where his parents had to come with him to shows\, and he had to be home in time for curfew. \nA year later\, Andrew performed his debut solo show\, ‘Jokes About the Time I Went to Prison’\, at the 2023 Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Andrew’s show garnered him critical acclaim\, along with a nomination for Best Newcomer. \nFollowing the success of ‘Jokes About the Time I Went to Prison\,’ Andrew performed sold-out festival shows with his follow up hour\, ‘Shit Bloke’ in 2024. He embarked on his first solo headline tour later that year\, performing to packed rooms all throughout the country. The tour aligned with the release of Andrew’s autobiography\, ‘The Profound Benefits of a Stint in Prison’ (Affirm Press). \nAndrew’s viral online appearances have attracted over a billion views\, and earned him an international following\, initially as a member of the viral YouTube channel\, YeahMadTV\, and now with ‘The OG Crew’. \n \nFollow Andrew\n\n\n\n\n \nEnquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to venue@ballaratmi.org.au \nPrice: $35.50 includes gst & booking fee. \n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/andrew-hamilton/
LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250715T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250715T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
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SUMMARY:Day Tours of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute | Ballarat Winter Festival 15 July
DESCRIPTION:Ballarat Winter Festival \n2 Tours – one at 11am the next at 2pm (the is a limited capacity on these tours)\nA colourful history of the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute and it’s people. \nBy appointment only\, (to organise a volunteer guide we require 24hrs notice). \nGroup Tours: Group tours can also be accommodated on other days\, to do so contact: katrina@ballaratmi.org.au \nCost: $11.78 includes gst and booking fee. \n\nBook here\n\n\nAccessibility\n \nThe Britannia Theatre\, 1920 | Image from the BMI archive\nNew library\, the Batten Room\nHumffray Room\nMinerva Space\nHeritage Reading Room\nTalking point: BMI’s Paula Nicholson\, Member for Wendouree Juliana Addison and BMI Venue Manager Sam McColl under just some of the candle-smoke graffiti in the Basement | Photo courtesy\, Ballarat Times\, photographer Edwina Williams\nThe research material for your tour has been drawn from – Under Minerva’s Gaze: 150 years at the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute (edited by Jill Blee and Phil Roberts). \nThis reference material is available for purchase at the Library or can be purchased via our Shop. \n\nUnder Minerva’s Gaze\n \nThis event is part of the Ballart Winter Festival \n\n \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/day-tours-ballarat-winter-festival-2/
LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,Ballarat Winter Festival,Festival,Fundraiser,Important Dates,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250716T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250716T193000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250604T015536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T011514Z
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SUMMARY:In Conversation with Irma Gold | This event has now been CANCELLED due to low ticket sales
DESCRIPTION:July 16\n@\n6:00 pm\n–\n7:30 pm \n$11.78 \nHumffray Room \n\nGet Tickets\n \nShift \nIrma Gold \n \n‘Unforgettable’ – Nigel Featherstone. \n‘Evocative\, propulsive and heartbreaking\, Shift is a novel that can change the way you think.’ – Rochelle Siemienowicz\,\nDouble Happiness \n‘Seductive\, superbly atmospheric and beautifully narrated with a painterly\, cinemascope feel\, Shift will make your heart race.’ – Niq Mhlongo\, The City is Mine \nIn the year of the 70th anniversary of the Freedom Charter – which outlined the principles of democracy and freedom in South Africa – comes a novel set in the township where it was signed. Shift asks us to examine both the world around us…and ourselves. \nArlie is a moderately successful thirty-something photographer who can’t seem to get his shit together. He can’t hold onto a girlfriend\, or much else\, and his relationship with his parents is complicated. His agoraphobic mother\, Dellie\, has long drawn silence over her South African upbringing. The more she refuses to illuminate\, the more Arlie wants to know. \nAfter another break-up\, Arlie needs to get away\, and there’s only one place he’s drawn to. In Kliptown\, he meets choirmaster Rufaro\, singer Glory and her younger brother Samson. Amidst the poverty\, violence and beauty of this neglected South African township\, Arlie begins exploring ideas for an exhibition\, and courting the possibility of happiness. But then his father unexpectedly turns up\, and a catastrophic event changes everything. \nGusty and gripping\, tender and deeply compassionate\, Shift is a compulsively readable story about the messy process of art-making\, and the mess of love and family. It is an unflinching\, insightful and immersive novel that takes the reader inside the inner life of one township\, beyond the hyperbole of newspaper headlines\, to offer bold\, big-hearted hope. \n\n\nAbout the author\nIrma Gold is an Australian author\, editor and reader. Her debut novel\, The Breaking\, won the NSW Writers Centre Varuna Fellowship and was awarded development grants by artsACT and CAPO. It won a Canberra Critics Circle Award and was shortlisted (then Highly Commended) in the ACT Notable Awards. \nIrma’s critically acclaimed debut collection of short fiction\, Two Steps Forward (Affirm Press)\, was shortlisted for or won a number of awards. Irma’s short fiction has been widely published in journals\, including Meanjin\, Westerly\, Island\, Review of Australian Fiction and Going Down Swinging\, and in anthologies like Australian Love Stories edited by Cate Kennedy\, and the tenth anniversary edition of Award Winning Australian Writing 2017. \nIrma is also the author of five picture books for children\, most recently Where the Heart Is\, featured on Sarah Ferguson’s Storytime channel\, and Seree’s Story. \nFor 24 years Irma has worked as an editor\, and for a decade she was Convener of Editing at the University of Canberra. She is the commissioning editor of a number of anthologies\, including The Sound of Silence\, winner of the ACT Writing and Publishing Awards for Nonfiction\, and The Invisible Thread\, an official publication of the National Year of Reading 2012 and the Centenary of Canberra 2013 which anthologises a century of literature by writers who have called Canberra home\, including Alex Miller\, Marion Halligan\, Roger McDonald\, Kate Grenville\, Omar Musa\, Judith Wright and Les Murray. \nIrma spent her childhood living in a beautiful old Tudor house in south-east England just down the road from Roald Dahl\, and now lives by the beach in Naarm/Melbourne with two boys and a little black cat. \nShe is just a bit keen on travel\, elephants\, beaches\, good coffee\, jumping castles and sunshiny days. She is not at all keen on extreme heights\, spiders and zoos. She is Co-host with Karen Viggers of the writing podcast\, Secrets from the Green Room. Her name is pronounced Ear-ma. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n$11.78 per person includes booking fee & gst\, also includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute to support the staging of our author events. \n\nBook on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n\nGet Tickets\n\n \nThis event is part of Ballarat Winter Festival \n\n \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/irma-gold/
LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Ballarat Winter Festival,Fundraiser,Library
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250716T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250408T035652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T035944Z
UID:64363-1752692400-1752696000@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Meditations for A Clear Mind
DESCRIPTION:July 9\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n8:00 pm \nFree – $12 \nLending Library \nThese classes offer simple\, practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace\nthrough meditation and Buddhist teachings. \nThe in-person setting fosters a supportive community and\noffers real-time interaction with the teacher for personalized guidance.\nClasses include guided meditations and teachings to help us solve our\ndaily problems and find the lasting happiness we seek. \nBeginners welcome\, no bookings required. \nFree for Kadampa members \nKadampa Meditation Centre Australia (Ballarat Branch)\ninfo@meditateinmelbourne.org | 0455205589\nmeditateinballarat.org\nABN 86 114 195 550\nKMC Australia is a not-for-profit organisation \nThe Teacher\nChristielli Portela has been teaching modern Kadampa Buddhism for a decade. As an experienced and well-loved teacher\, she inspires people to use Buddhist meditation to improve their lives through her sincere example and clear teachings. \n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-16-july/
LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:kadampa
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250718T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250718T153000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250625T032957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T033649Z
UID:65910-1752841800-1752852600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Freemasons Vocal Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 18\n	  @\n12:30 pm\n	  –\n3:30 pm \n\n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nOpen age sections including AMEB duet/trio and original song. \n\n										\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n								\n									rsss website\n					\n																				\n															 \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n																														 \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-vocal-schedule-1/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250718T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250718T213000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20240717T012721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T032911Z
UID:57382-1752858000-1752874200@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Freemasons Vocal Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 18\n@\n5:00 pm\n–\n9:30 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nStrut Your Stuff  \nCompetitors sing two songs showcasing the best of their ability Solo and Accompanist – Dynamic duos working together to create unity Accompanist Masterclass with Daniel Tsujak – all invited to attend \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-vocal-schedule/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250719T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250719T213000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T031631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063216Z
UID:65790-1752919200-1752960600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Freemasons Vocal Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 19\n@\n10:00 am\n–\n9:30 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nSenior Vocal Sections | 10am – 4pm \nA huge variety of mixed genres and incredible voices. \nSenior Vocal Sections | 5.30pm – 9.30pm \nThe ultimate Stage and Screen Combo challenge \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-vocal-schedule-2/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250720T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250720T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T050147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063107Z
UID:65830-1753003800-1753041600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Freemasons Vocal Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 20\n@\n9:30 am\n–\n8:00 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nVocal Sections 16yrs-18yrs | 9.30am – 4.30pm \nA wide variety of genres including VCE performance. \nVocal Sections 16yrs-18yrs | 6pm – 8pm \nThe ultimate Stage and Screen Combo challenge \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-vocal-schedule-3/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250721T091500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250721T213000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T032442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063213Z
UID:65793-1753089300-1753133400@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Schimmel Pianoforte Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 21\n@\n9:15 am\n–\n9:30 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nPianoforte 9yrs and under | 9.15am – 2.30pm \nA showcase of our youngest talent throughout the day. \nPianoforte 12yrs and under | 3pm – 9.30pm \nIncludes duets\, trios\, popular and classical. \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-pianoforte-schedule-1/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250722T091500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250722T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T034613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063205Z
UID:65803-1753175700-1753207200@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Schimmel Pianoforte Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 22\n@\n9:15 am\n–\n6:00 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nPianoforte 10yrs and under | 9.15am – 6pm \nA showcase of our youngest talent throughout the day. \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-pianoforte-schedule-2/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sq-promos2.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250723T091500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250723T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T035330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063153Z
UID:65806-1753262100-1753304400@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Schimmel Pianoforte Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 23\n	  @\n9:15 am\n	  –\n9:00 pm \n\n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nPianoforte Open Age | 9.15am – 2pm \nTop pianists competing for prizes in classical and popular. \nPianoforte 14yrs and Under | 3pm – 9pm \nCompeting to win the aggregate prize. \n\n										\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n								\n									rsss website\n					\n																				\n															 \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n																														 \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-pianoforte-schedule-3/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sq-promos2.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250723T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250408T042521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T042633Z
UID:64378-1753297200-1753300800@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Meditations for A Clear Mind
DESCRIPTION:July 9\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n8:00 pm \nFree – $12 \nLending Library \nThese classes offer simple\, practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace\nthrough meditation and Buddhist teachings. \nThe in-person setting fosters a supportive community and\noffers real-time interaction with the teacher for personalized guidance.\nClasses include guided meditations and teachings to help us solve our\ndaily problems and find the lasting happiness we seek. \nBeginners welcome\, no bookings required. \nFree for Kadampa members \nKadampa Meditation Centre Australia (Ballarat Branch)\ninfo@meditateinmelbourne.org | 0455205589\nmeditateinballarat.org\nABN 86 114 195 550\nKMC Australia is a not-for-profit organisation \nThe Teacher\nChristielli Portela has been teaching modern Kadampa Buddhism for a decade. As an experienced and well-loved teacher\, she inspires people to use Buddhist meditation to improve their lives through her sincere example and clear teachings. \n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-23-july/
LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:kadampa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Clear-Mind-Urban-Ballarat-square-promo.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250724T091500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250724T163000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T035700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063134Z
UID:65807-1753348500-1753374600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Schimmel Pianoforte Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 24\n@\n9:15 am\n–\n4:30 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nPianoforte 11yrs to 14yrs | 9.15am – 4.30pm \nA showcase of talent throughout the day. \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-pianoforte-schedule-4/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sq-promos2.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250725T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250725T163000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T042305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063123Z
UID:65813-1753441200-1753461000@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Schimmel Pianoforte Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 25\n@\n11:00 am\n–\n4:00 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nPianoforte 19yrs and under | 11am – 4.30pm \nAn impressive line up of talent throughout the day. \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-pianoforte-schedule-5/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sq-promos2.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250726T091500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250726T183000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T064136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T062951Z
UID:65868-1753521300-1753554600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Schimmel Pianoforte Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 26\n@\n9:15 am\n–\n6:30 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nPianoforte 16yrs and under\,  9.15am – 1.30pm \nPianoforte 16yrs and under – competing to win the aggregate prize. \nCelebrating Chopin Junior\, 16yrs and under\, 3.30pm – 6.30pm \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-vocal-schedule-9/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sq-promos2.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250727T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250727T180000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T044813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T050048Z
UID:65825-1753624800-1753639200@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Schimmel Pianoforte Schedule - Celebrating Chopin
DESCRIPTION:July 27\n@\n2:00 pm\n–\n6:00 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nPremier Pianoforte event \nThe Margaret Schofield – Celebrating Chopin Competition \n$9\,000 in prize money\, come and see Australia’s best pianists battle for the prize performing the glorious . \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-pianoforte-schedule-7/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Live Music,Royal South Street Society
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250728T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250728T173000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T052537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063100Z
UID:65835-1753695000-1753723800@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Freemasons Vocal Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 28\n@\n9:30 am\n–\n5:30 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nJunior Vocal Sections 10yrs and under \nTiny and talented! \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-vocal-schedule-4/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sq-promos3.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250729T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250729T163000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T054647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063035Z
UID:65841-1753781400-1753806600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Freemasons Vocal Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 29\n@\n9:30 am\n–\n4:30 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nJunior Vocal Sections 11yrs to under 14yrs \nThe most competitive and largest age group! \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-vocal-schedule-5/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sq-promos3.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250730T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250730T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T060939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063024Z
UID:65852-1753867800-1753902000@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Freemasons Vocal Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 30\n@\n9:30 am\n–\n7:00 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nJunior Vocal Sections 11yrs to under 14yrs \nDay two\, competing for the overall aggregate! \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-vocal-schedule-6/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sq-promos3.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250730T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250730T193000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250715T014238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T001534Z
UID:66248-1753900200-1753903800@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Rare Book Week Melbourne | Rare Books in Mechanics' Institutes: Uncover Hidden Treasures
DESCRIPTION:July 30\n@\n6:30 pm\n–\n7:30 pm \nPrahran Mechanics’ Institute\nVictorian History Library \nRare Books in Mechanics’ Institutes \nJoin our expert panel featuring librarians from three historic Victorian institutions: the PMI Victorian History Library (est. 1854)\, Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute (est. 1859)\, and Athenaeum Library (est. 1839). \nDelve into the rich history of these community learning hubs\, explore rare books and materials in their collections\, and gain behind-the-scenes insights into rare book collecting. Learn how these libraries are shaping their collections for the future\, preserving our literary heritage for generations to come. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to explore Victoria’s literary treasures and engage directly with our knowledgeable panel. \nVictorian Mechanics’ Institutes represented \nAbout PMI Victoiran History Library \nEstablished in 1854\, we are the second oldest public library in Victoria. We have a collection of over 40\,000 items and take pride in being the sole library in Australia with such an extensive collection available for loan. Our focus remains rooted in local history\, housing a wealth of information encompassing most towns in Victoria. \nAbout The Melbourne Ahtenaeum  \nThe Library and Reading Room offers over 30\,000 print\, digital\, and audio books\, a range of magazine and newspaper subscriptions\, and film and TV on DVD for borrowing and use in the library\, and hosts regular music performances\, talks\, book and screen clubs\, and other cultural events. \nAbout The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute  \nEstablished in 1859\, and independently run\, membership to the BMI gives access to our lending library and heritage books and archives\, and discounts on events and hire. All are welcome to visit for tours\, cultural events and exhibitions\, and to hire our unique function rooms. With the addition of a new finishing kitchen\, the BMI is a special venue for holding celebrations\, weddings\, conferences and performances. \nBookings Essential \n\nBookings\n \nLive Streaming \nThis event will be live streamed to the\nPMI History Library YouTube Channel. \n 
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rare-books-mechanics-institutes/
LOCATION:Prahran Mechanics’ Institute Victorian History Library\, 39 Saint Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:About us,Important Dates,Rare Book Week,The Collection
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250730T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250408T040007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T041032Z
UID:64365-1753902000-1753905600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | How to Love Yourself & Others
DESCRIPTION:July 9\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n8:00 pm \nFree – $12 \nLending Library \nThese classes offer simple\, practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace\nthrough meditation and Buddhist teachings. \nThe in-person setting fosters a supportive community and\noffers real-time interaction with the teacher for personalized guidance.\nClasses include guided meditations and teachings to help us solve our\ndaily problems and find the lasting happiness we seek. \nBeginners welcome\, no bookings required. \nFree for Kadampa members \nKadampa Meditation Centre Australia (Ballarat Branch)\ninfo@meditateinmelbourne.org | 0455205589\nmeditateinballarat.org\nABN 86 114 195 550\nKMC Australia is a not-for-profit organisation \nThe Teacher\nChristielli Portela has been teaching modern Kadampa Buddhism for a decade. As an experienced and well-loved teacher\, she inspires people to use Buddhist meditation to improve their lives through her sincere example and clear teachings. \n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-30-july/
LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:kadampa
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation":MAILTO:info@kadampa.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250731T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250731T160000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T062123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063012Z
UID:65855-1753956000-1753977600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Freemasons Vocal Schedule
DESCRIPTION:July 31\n@\n10:00 am\n–\n4:00 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nJunior Vocal Sections 14yrs to under 16yrs \nA huge variety of mixed genres! \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-vocal-schedule-7/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sq-promos3.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250801T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250801T203000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T063047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063002Z
UID:65863-1754064000-1754080200@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Freemasons Vocal Schedule
DESCRIPTION:August 1\n@\n4:00 pm\n–\n8:30 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nChampionship Challenge (Junior) \nArt Song and Lieder (18yrs and over) and a stunning masterclass conducted by Dr Richard Chew – all invited to attend! \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-vocal-schedule-8/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sq-promos3.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250802T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250802T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250625T043529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T063828Z
UID:65954-1754127000-1754168400@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Freemasons Vocal Schedule & Championship Challenge
DESCRIPTION:August 2\n@\n9:30 am\n–\n9:00 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nSenior Classical Vocal \, 9.30am – 3.30pm \nAn impressive classical showcase for 18yrs and over. \nPremire Senior Vocal event\, 5pm – 9pm \nChampionship Challenge\, $1\,000 in prize money. Come and see the finest singers perfroming two contrasting peices. \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-vocal-schedule-9-2/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Live Music,Royal South Street Society
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sq-promos3.webp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250803T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250803T203000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250624T235217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T062854Z
UID:65881-1754231400-1754253000@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Herald Sun Aria Heats
DESCRIPTION:August 3\n	  @\n2:30 pm\n	  –\n8:30 pm \n\n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nHerald Sun Aria – Heat 1 – 2.30pm-4.30pm \nHerald Sun Aria – Heat 2 – 6.30pm-8.30pm \n140 Singers vying for their place in the semi-final\, and ultimately their place in theprestigious Herald Sun Aria Final. \nThis is an afternoon and evening of incredible singing and passionate operatic ariasperfromed by the best of Australia’s emerging talent. \n\n										\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n								\n									rsss website\n					\n																				\n															 \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n																														 \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-aria-heats/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Royal South Street Society
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/sq-promos.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250804T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250804T213000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250625T000219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T042831Z
UID:65888-1754335800-1754343000@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:Royal South Street Society | Herald Sun Aria Semi Final
DESCRIPTION:August 4\n@\n7:30 pm\n–\n9:30 pm \n$8 – $10 \nMinerva Space \nProgram\nHerald Sun Aria – Semi Final \nOur premier aria event. \nThis is the event that has helped launch the careers of some of Australia and New Zealand’s most successful operatic stars\, including our Patron\, Dame Kirite Kanawa! \nTonight\, experience the pure magic of Opera with the stars of tomorrow. \nSix of the best will be chosen to perform in the Herald Sun Aria Final to be held at the Melbourne Recital Centre on Sunday 26 October at 3.00PM \n\nTickets available at the door $10 Adult – $8 Concession \n\nrsss website\n\n\n  \nRoyal South Street Society are a BMI Community Partner \n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rsss-aria-semi-final/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Important Dates,Live Music,Royal South Street Society,Theatre Production
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250806T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250806T193000
DTSTAMP:20260609T061240
CREATED:20250527T025831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T021316Z
UID:65197-1754503200-1754508600@ballaratmi.org.au
SUMMARY:In conversation with Chloe Adams & Alli Sinclair
DESCRIPTION:August 6\n@\n6:00 pm\n–\n7:30 pm \n$11.78 \nTBA \n\nGet Tickets\n\n \nThe Occupation \nA Woman’s Voice \nChloe Adams \nAlli Sinclair \n‘Assured\, deft\, sophisticated\, Chloe Adams is the real deal’ – Emily Bitto \nA sweeping romantic adventure based on true events of the women’s liberation movement \nThe Occupation | Chloe Adams\n \nIn the autumn of 1949\, two women convene in the parlour of an upmarket Melbourne hotel. Tess is married and childless. Mary\, unwed and pregnant. Over thirty minutes\, Mary agrees to a life-altering pact: to hand over her child. \nOne year earlier\, Mary had arrived in the ruined port of Kure\, where thousands of Australians had established an occupation of the Hiroshima prefecture. Among the rubble\, she finds a surreal expat world of picnics\, parties and uneasy privilege\, while the local population struggles to rebuild. \nThere she meets Sullivan “Sully” Darling\, an Australian journalist. What begins as a weekend trip to the mountains turns into a love affair —one that forces Mary to confront her ideals about the war\, the Allies’ legacy and herself. \nBack in Australia\, the echoes of occupation linger\, as Mary fights to reclaim her place —and her child —in a society determined to possess her. \nFor fans of Colm Tóibín’s Brooklyn\, Kristin Hannah and Sarah Winman\, The Occupation is a tender\, beautifully told novel about love\, legacy and the quiet aftershocks of history. \nWhen violin virtuoso Laura Hartley’s priceless instrument is stolen\, her celebrated European career collapses — and with it\, her rare gift of seeing music in colour. Fleeingto her grandmother’s home in the Australian outback\, Laura discovers anextraordinary legacy woven through sheets of music: a powerful symphony born fromthe revolutionary hearts of suffragettes who refused to be silenced\, their voices risingabove the doomed decks of the Titanic. \nAs she traces each note of this forgotten masterpiece\, Laura uncovers a story of women who dared to fight for a world where every voice could be heard. And when scandal rocks the town of Gungderring\, she must decide: will she stay in thewings\, or step forward and fight? \nAbout the authors\nChloe Adams\nAlli Sinclair\nChloe Adams is the winner of the Penguin Literary Prize 2024. She is a journalist and fiction writer and has been published widely by Australian news mastheads and literary journals. She holds a master’s degree in Creative Writing and a Graduate Certificate of International and Community Development. \n2025 Bestselling\, multi-award-winning author Alli Sinclair uncovers little-known historical events through the eyes of women who defied society’s expectations. A global adventurer\, she transports readers on journeys of discovery across continents and eras. \nWhen not writing\, Alli runs the annual Writers at Sea retreat and crafts narratives for screen as a film and TV producer and screenwriter. \n$11.78 per person includes booking fee & gst\, also includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute to support the staging of our author events. \n\nBook on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/chloe-adams-alli-sinclair/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Ballarat Winter Festival,Fundraiser,Library
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SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | How to Love Yourself & Others
DESCRIPTION:July 9\n@\n7:00 pm\n–\n8:00 pm \nFree – $12 \nLending Library \nThese classes offer simple\, practical methods to improve the quality of our life and develop inner peace\nthrough meditation and Buddhist teachings. \nThe in-person setting fosters a supportive community and\noffers real-time interaction with the teacher for personalized guidance.\nClasses include guided meditations and teachings to help us solve our\ndaily problems and find the lasting happiness we seek. \nBeginners welcome\, no bookings required. \nFree for Kadampa members \nKadampa Meditation Centre Australia (Ballarat Branch)\ninfo@meditateinmelbourne.org | 0455205589\nmeditateinballarat.org\nABN 86 114 195 550\nKMC Australia is a not-for-profit organisation \nThe Teacher\nChristielli Portela has been teaching modern Kadampa Buddhism for a decade. As an experienced and well-loved teacher\, she inspires people to use Buddhist meditation to improve their lives through her sincere example and clear teachings. \n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-6-august/
LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:kadampa
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SUMMARY:The Little Brass Band | BMI Fundraiser: Cheers\, Raise a Glass to Brass
DESCRIPTION:August 10\n@\n2:00 pm\n–\n4:00 pm \n$21 – $26.13 \n\nGet Tickets\n \nThe Little Brass Band an award-winning Goldfields Region Brass Quintet\n.\n\n  \nThe Little Brass Band presents a selection of cool jazz and popular tunes. The Bar will be open and complimentary snacks. This is a fundraiser for the BMI. \nThe first half is cool Jazz ranging from New Orleans classics to upbeat Dixieland swing time! For example: Ain’t Misbehav’n\, Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy\, Chattanooga Choo-Choo\, Saints Hallelujah. \nThe second half started out with popular easy listening tunes from movies such as Blues Brothers. Looking at the selection it seemed there was a theme around ‘relationships\, romance\, love of country\, love songs’. \nSo we have a range from Elvis Presley Can’t help falling in love\, The Beatles When I’m 64\, and even from the Lion King Can you feel the love tonight. Finishing off with a lovely arrangement of  I still call Australia Home. \nProgram \n\n\nMore Live Music\n \nGet Tickets: \n$26.13 GA \n$21 BMI Memberss \nIncludes bkg fee & gst.26.13 \n\nGet Tickets\n\n \nThis event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land.
URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/little-brass-band/
LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Live Music
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