BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 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:20260422T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260422T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260302T012427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T044616Z UID:71025-1776884400-1776888000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Love Changes Everything: How to Transform Yourself & the World Around You DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-22-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:20260423T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260423T210000 DTSTAMP:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260129T035010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T044530Z UID:70398-1776972600-1776978000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Only The Animals DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-film-society-only-the-animals/ 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/only-the-animals-sq-promo-v4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260424T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260424T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260310T000249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T044311Z UID:71128-1777057200-1777060800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tour DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/minervas-secrets-night-tour-24-apr-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:20260424T210000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260424T220000 DTSTAMP:20260428T134915 CREATED:20250923T052206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T044330Z UID:67565-1777064400-1777068000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tour DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/minervas-secrets-night-tours-24-apr-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:20260428T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261124T150000 DTSTAMP:20260428T134915 CREATED:20250527T054132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T235805Z UID:65238-1777384800-1795532400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tours of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute - Each Tuesday DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260429T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T183000 DTSTAMP:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260313T041015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T044107Z UID:71275-1777483800-1777487400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks: Focus on Ballarat - Nostalgic memories of Stawell & Ballarat - 1950s and 1960s DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/twilight-talks-focus-on-ballarat-3/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Australian Heritage Festival,Author Talk,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/square-promo-2025-nostalgia-final-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T134915 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:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260303T233837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T014040Z UID:71100-1777573800-1777579200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Anna Johnston DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260503T130000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260503T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260203T004930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T034425Z UID:70518-1777813200-1777824000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Artistanbul: Create your own Turkish Mosaic Lamp | NOW CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/create-your-own-turkish-mosaic-lamp-may/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Australian Heritage Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/sq-promo-art-instanbul.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260504T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260504T210000 DTSTAMP:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260119T033718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T013906Z UID:70102-1777921200-1777928400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Pub Cinemas Presents: 'In The Shadow of the Gallows' | NOW CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/pub-cinemas-presents-in-the-shadow-of-the-gallows-2/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sq-promo-shadow-of-the-gallows.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260506T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260506T183000 DTSTAMP:20260428T134915 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:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 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:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 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:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260121T221045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T033520Z UID:70205-1778320800-1778326200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Teeny Tiny Stevies - Brain Fart Tour DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 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:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260316T013945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T043011Z UID:71295-1778522400-1778527800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Victoria Purman DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260513T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260513T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260303T011741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T041831Z UID:71063-1778697000-1778702400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Kerri Rogan DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 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:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260129T041334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T035403Z UID:70407-1778787000-1778792400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Black Dog DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260128T044603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035919Z UID:70338-1778920200-1778954400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Victorian Occult Conference DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260310T001332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035527Z UID:71137-1779217200-1779220800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tour DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260414T044444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T054257Z UID:72157-1779219000-1779222600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Lantern Vaults | Special Preview DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260310T002124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T044437Z UID:71139-1779224400-1779228000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tour DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260418T053218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T062535Z UID:72320-1779357600-1779638400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Lantern Vaults DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260421T025952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T040605Z UID:72387-1779363000-1779624900@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Heritage Festival - Tours of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260318T041021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T065647Z UID:71379-1779476400-1779481800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Panic from the Sky: A Call of Cthulhu Advenure DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260313T002934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035212Z UID:71249-1779906600-1779912000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Amanda Hampson DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260129T043042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035120Z UID:70415-1781206200-1781211600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Monster DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260310T005733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035038Z UID:71141-1781290800-1781294400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tour DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260428T134915 CREATED:20260310T010115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035008Z UID:71143-1781298000-1781301600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tour DESCRIPTION:Join ARIA and eight-time Golden Guitar award winning singer-songwriter Fanny Lumsden and her incredible band\, The Prawn Stars\, as they hit the road celebrating her fourth studio album ‘Hey Dawn’. Fanny’s third album ‘Fallow’\, released in March 2020\, was considered a ‘breakthrough’\, winning the ARIA\, CMAA Golden Guitar and AIR awards for Country Album of the Year\, as well as four additional Golden Guitars. It was shortlisted for the prestigious Australian Music Prize\, debuted in the top 10 ARIA charts and got many people through lockdown. Needless to say\, following that\, a fourth album was always going to be daunting. So Fanny went into this album with one thing in mind – she wanted it to feel good. That’s all and as Rod Yates said\, “Hey Dawn does feel good. It’s a rich character study\, with the singer-songwriter reflecting on the stories that have shaped her and those around her… in short\, Lumsden’s most complete offering to date.” Fanny Lumsden’s shows are one of a kind. An all-in affair\, where joy and exuberance meet intimate storytelling\, delivered with wit\, warmth and luscious harmonies. Alongside her band\, The Prawn Stars\, Fanny has “established herself as one of the genre’s most esteemed performers” (The Australian)\, honing her craft over 10 years and hundreds of halls across Australia on their annual ‘Country Halls Tour’. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries: This is an externally produced event. Any event specific enquires should be direct to the Booking Agent. Any venue specific details please contact venue@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about Fanny\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Dickie Larsen’s Pumpkin and other stories Geoff Carr The 2026... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lantern Vaults opens hidden basement of Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\n This May\, the rarely seen basement vaults beneath the Ballaarat... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | May 2026\n Welcome to another jam packed Newsletter! I hope some of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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 END:VCALENDAR