Calendar of Events
If you know of an event, or indeed hosting an event yourself, please send us your information Fax (08) 8522 6817
or Email visitor.centre@gawler.sa.gov.au
REGULAR HAPPENINGS...
Sundays - Open Air Market at Gawler Park
From 8am to 2pm. Fabulous market offers a wide range of stalls including fresh local seasonal produce, handmade crafts and value added produce. Gawler Park, 485 Main North Road Evanston. All enquiries and interested stall holders please contact the Market Manager Maria on 0458 580 222.
Sundays - Lions Market at Gawler Railway Station
8am to Noon. Gawler Railway Station, 23rd Street. Bric-a-brac, plants, crafts and produce. $10 for stall holders. For further information, Eric 0418 836 150 or ebfilmer@bigpond.com
1st Sunday of the month - Antiques & Collectables
Gawler Greyhound Pavilion, Nixon Terrace. From 9.30am. Items can be viewed prior to auction at the venue on the day before or visit http://www.dandm.net.au/ For further information phone (08) 8522 5002 or 0418 821 667
Every Wednesday - Wednesday Adult Skate
7.30pm - 9.00pm. The adult skating session is for experienced skaters with music from the 80's, 90's, 00's and today. Children welcome but must be accompanied by an adult skater. $5 per skater. Gawler Sport and Comunity Centre, Nixon Terrace. For further information phone (08) 8522 9203 or eamial sports.centre@gawler.sa.gov.au
Every Wednesday - Gawler Markets
Tiver Road, Evanston South. Gates open from 6am. Poultry, vegetables, plants, sundries, hay and grain. Come grab a bargain and have a great family day. For further information phone Karen 0403 660 717
Every Wednesday - Smarty Pants Trivia
Kingsford Hotel from 7.30pm (Cash Jackpot prize) For further information phone (08) 8522 1687
Every Thursday - Preschool Storytime
Thursdays 10.15am Gawler Public Library Institute Building 91 Murray Street, Gawler A time for you and your child to share stories, songs, plays, rhymes and simple crafts. Join us each week as we explore different themes and discover new books. For further information phone (08) 8522 9213
Every Friday - Preschool Storytime
11.30am Evanston Gardens Branch Library, 65 Angle Vale Road, Evanston Gardens. A time for you and your child to share stories, songs, plays and rhymes. Join us each week as we explore different themes and discover new books.
For further information phone (08) 8522 0123
Every Friday - Friday Night Skating
7.00pm - 9.30pm. At the Gawler Sport and Community Centre. Come skate the night away while listening to the latest music. With a DJ, lights, kiosk and games. Prizes to be won. $7.00 entry. New Family Pass $24 – 2 adults & 2 kids or 1 Adult & 3 kids. New SK8 passes $60 for 10 visits. For further information phone (08) 85229 203 or email sports.centre@gawler.sa.gov.au
1st Saturday of the month - Community House Garage and Car Boot Sale
8.30am - 1.00pm. Gawler Community House, 2 Scheibener terrace, Gawler. Clothing, bric-a-brac, books, plants, toys. $10 for each car wanting to hold their own car boot sale. For further information and bookings phone (08) 8522 4601
Every Saturday - Live Music at the Prince Albert Hotel
From 8.30pm. 109 Murray Street Gawler. For further information phone (08) 8522 1865 or email princealbertgawler@bigpond.com
Every Saturday - Karaoke at the Kingsford Hotel
From 9.30pm – 1.00am. Have a go or sing along with friends. For further information phone (08) 8522 1687
2nd or 3rd Saturday of the month - General Furniture and Sundry
Gawler Greyhound Pavilion, Nixon Terrace. From 9.30am. Items can be viewed prior to auction at the venue on the day before or visit http://www.dandm.net.au/ For further information phone (08) 8522 5002 or 0418 821 667
Every Saturday - Learn to Skate
9.00am - 10.00am. $4.50 per skater. Special discount Learn to skate and Saturday skate for $7.00. Learn the basics of skating, this family skating session comes with instructors, tutorials on skating techniques. Gawler Sport & Community Centre, Nixon Terrace. For further information phone (08) 8522 9203 or email sports.centre@gawler.sa.gov.au
Every Saturday - Saturday Skate
10.00am - 12.00noon. $5.50 per skater. This session is great for new skaters with music and games for a fun time for the whole family. Gawler Sport and Community Centre, Nixon Terrace. For further information phone (08) 8522 9203 or email sports.centre@gawler.sa.gov.au
Monthly Events
MAY 2013
Wednesday 1 to Friday 31 - Gawler History Month
Wednesday 1 - Friday 31 May - Gawler Old Telegraph Station Museum
Visit the recently renovated and refitted Gawler Museum with many items of interest including historic displays of migration, fashions and the foundries of Gawler together with heritage displays. This event is also run in conjunction with the National trust Heritage Festival 2013. Bookings required for groups only. Admission Adults $4, Children $2. For further information (08) 8523 1082 or 0408 083 459, email tucktwo@adam.com.au
Thursday - Sunday (2-19) - Historic Gawler - Art and Photography Exhibition
Visit the Gawler Community Galler in the state heritage-listed stationmaster's house and view an exhibition featuring historic buildings, landscapes or identities of Gawler portrayed by artists and photographers. This is a competitive exhibition with generous cash prizes for each category. 10.00am - 4.00pm, Gawler Community Gallery, Twenty Third Street. For further information phone Judy (08) 8522 1385 email dfe44720@bigpond.net.au or David (08) 7329 2418 email etourist@arttimeproductions.com
Thursday 2, 9, 16, 23 & 31 - Display of Max Fatchen Artifacts
4.00pm - 4.30pm or by appointment. The Max Fatchen Room at Trinity College Library will be opened for visitors to learn about Max’s connection with the College and to view some of his personal effects, including his typewriter and books from Max’s own collection which he donated to the College. Max was a well known South Australian journalist and author who died in 2012. Trinity College Library, Alexander Avenue, Evanston Park. For further information phone Mary (08) 8523 8130
Tuesday 7, 14, 21 & 28 - Display of Max Fatchen Artifacts
10.00am - 10.30am or by appointment. The Max Fatchen Room at Trinity College Library will be opened for visitors to learn about Max’s connection with the College and to view some of his personal effects, including his typewriter and books from Max’s own collection which he donated to the College. Max was a well known South Australian journalist and author who died in 2012. Trinity College Library, Alexander Avenue, Evanston Park. For further information phone Mary (08) 8523 8130
Friday 10 May - Tombstone Hunt
We invite families to come along to this year’s ‘Tombstone Hunt’ and join in the fun of the ‘hunt’ by torchlight to search for the answers to the questions on the sheet we will provide. To enjoy learning about aspects of Gawler’s history. BYO torch, pen and possibly a raincoat. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bookings required for individuals. No group bookings accepted. Anglican Cemetery, Cheek Avenue, Gawler East. 7.30pm – 9.30pm. For further information phone Brian (08) 8522 2823
Monday 13, Wednesday 15 & Friday 17 - Bus Tour of Gawler's Cast Iron Lacework
Gawler Visitor Information Centre, 2 Lyndoch Road. 2.00pm Bookings required. Cost $10 (includes Devonshire Tea) For more information phone
(08) 85229 260
Wednesday 15 & Friday 17 - Gawler - Home of Cricket Bat Making in South Australia
Since 1984 cricket bats have been made in South Australia by the Kumnick and Fielke families at Lobethal, Murray Bridge, Yankalilla and now in Gawler. Current bat maker and author Bob Fielke presents an illustrated talk of that history with morning tea and a demonstration of how bats are made. Bookings Required $12 per person. For further information and bookings phone Bob (08) 8522 2419
Saturday 18 - Gawler South History Walk
Gawler South developed rapidly after the opening of the Gawler train station in 1857. Industry and hotels developed. Hundreds of stone workers’ houses were built over 50 years for employees of Gawler foundries, including May Bros foundry at Gawler South. Gawler South had a local council 1899-1933 and separate community facilities. A guided 2 hour walk including cup of tea. Bookings required. Commences at the Gawler Railway Station, Twenty-third Street, Gawler South. 2.00pm - 4.00pm. Gold Coin Donation. For Further information and bookings phone Adrian (08) 8522 4363, email finniss@bigpond.net.au
Monday 20, Wednesday22 and Friday 24 - Gawler Twin Museum Bus Tour
Visit the Gawler Old Telegraph Station M
useum, then take a 30km round trip bus tour to the Shea-Oak Log Machinery Museum on the Sturt Highway where there is a fantastic display of heritage farm machinery, vehicles and tractors, most in working order. This event is also in conjunction with the National Trust Heritage Festival 2013. Bookings required. Meet at the Gawler Museum, 59 Murray Street. 2.00pm. Cost: $12, Concession $10. For further information and bookings phone Graham (08) 8523 1082, 0408 083 459, email tucktwo@adam.com.au
Sunday 26 - Gawler South History Walk
Gawler South developed rapidly after the opening of the Gawler train station in 1857. Industry and hotels developed. Hundreds of stone workers’ houses were built over 50 years for employees of Gawler foundries, including May Bros foundry at Gawler South. Gawler South had a local council 1899-1933 and separate community facilities. A guided 2 hour walk including cup of tea. Bookings required. Commences at the Gawler Railway Station, Twenty-third Street, Gawler South. 11.00am -1.00pm. Gold Coin Donation. For Further information and bookings phone Adrian (08) 8522 4363, email finniss@bigpond.net.au
Friday 10 - Blue Light Disco
8-17 year olds. 7.00pm - 10.00pm. $6.00. Events held at STARplex, Alexander Avenue, Evanston Park. (Entry via rear doors). For fruther inforamtion phone (08) 8522 0400 or (08) 8568 6614
Wednesday 15 - Race Day
Gawler and Barossa Jockey Club, Barnet Road. For further information phone (08) 8522 1801
Monday 20 - Charlie Londsborough in Concert
8.00pm. $59.00 per person. Salt Church, 25 Northside Court, Evanston Gardens. For further information and bookings phone 0408 843 946
Wednesday 22 - Bindjareb Pinjarra - Come Out Festival Show
Concerts: 11.00am & 1.30pm. Tickets: $15 student, $12 equity. Age group: 10yo+ Some mild coarse language.This hilarious and thought provoking play has been acclaimed across Australia by audiences and critics alike. Dealing with Western Australia's 1834 Pinjarra Massacre, and its contemporary reverberations, this unique play has found enthusiastic support from elders, educators and young audiences. Created by Nyoongar and Wadjella actors, Bindjareb Pinjarra demonstrates extraordinary risk-taking through its fusion of history, outrageous comedy and tough physical theatre. The work is alive with improvisation, taking ideas from the audience. It speaks directly from the heart about how we all share the same history, and how by understanding our past we can work together towards a better future. Each performance is followed by a short Q & A debrief, allowing those attending to deal with the tragedy, share local stories and depart in good spirits. The work is created & performed by Isaac Drandic, Geoff Kelso, Sam Longley, Frank Nannup, Kelton Pell and Phil Thomson. For further information and bookings phone (08) 8522 0622
Friday 24 - Rally SA Super Special Stage
Gawler will host a Super Special Stage as part of the Scouts Rally SA between 6.00pm and 9.00pm at Prices Park, Nixon Terrace. This exciting event will include a ceremonial start and a time trial along a designated route with the grounds of Princes Park, Gawler Oval and sections of Patterson Terrace and Nixon Terrace. There will be plenty to do for all the family with entertainment and displays as well as the exciting racing. Tickets - Adults $10, Children (under 16)/Concession $5, Family @ Adults, 2 Children) $25. For further information phone (08) 85229 200
JUNE 2013
Wednesday 5 - Race Day
Gawler and Barossa Jockey Club, Barnet Road. For further information phone (08) 8522 1801
Friday 14 - Blue Light Disco
8-17 year olds. 7.00pm - 10.00pm. $6.00. Events held at STARplex, Alexander Avenue, Evanston Park. (Entry via rear doors). For fruther inforamtion phone (08) 8522 0400 or (08) 8568 6614
JULY 2013
Thursday 11 - Race Day
Gawler and Barossa Jockey Club, Barnet Road. For further information phone (08) 8522 1801
Wednesday 31 - Race Day
Gawler and Barossa Jockey Club, Barnet Road. For further information phone (08) 8522 1801
AUGUST 2013
Friday 30 August - Gawler Show
9.00am - 5.00pm - Horse Program Only. For further information phne (08) 8523 1477
Saturday 31 & Sunday 1 September - Gawler Show
Come to Gawler and experience South Australia's largest REAL Country Show. Enjoy good old fashioned fun of days past. Once inside the gates there is plenty of free entertainment. Gawler Show Grounds, Nixon Terrace, Gawler Saturday 9.00am - 8.30pm - Fireworks at 8.00pm, Sunday 9.00am - 5.00pm. For further information phone (08) 85231477
SEPTEMBER 2013
Sunday 1 September - Gawler Show
Come to Gawler and experience South Australia's largest REAL Country Show. Enjoy good old fashioned fun of days past. Once inside the gates there is plenty of free entertainment. Gawler Show Grounds, Nixon Terrace, Gawler 9.00am - 5.00pm. For further information phone (08) 85231477
Sunday 15 - Gawler Swap Meet
Come and make the 29th event the biggest yet!! Gates open 6.30am for sellers and buyers. Gawler service clubs provide heaps of hot food, tea coffee and cold drinks. Come and join the thousands of other motoring enthusiasts to trade for that elusive part at a bargain price. For further information or site bookings phone Trevor (08) 8522 864, 0414 397 737 or email trevorbell@adelaide.on.net
OCTOBER 2013
Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 - Gawler Textile and Art Weekend
For all those art and craft lovers Gawler has an event for you. The weekend brings together the many and varied craft, art, textile and quilting groups in the Gawler area and showcases the magnificent work done by the members of each of these groups. This weekend has been held biannually since 1999.
NOVEMBER 2013
Friday 1 November - La De Da Market
Time: 3.30pm - 8.30pm Cost: Gold Coin Donation to Starlight Children's Foundation. Over 50 new and well known stalls. FREE parking, FREE face painting, jumping castle. Cash only please. 100 FREE Goodie Bags - first in, first served. To register your interest in booking a stall please email: ladedamarket@starplex.com.au. For further information phone (08) 8522 0622
Saturday 2 - Gawler Rotary Village Fair
Looking for something different and want to support local community groups. You will find something for everyone. Stalls include bargains galore. The kids will love face painting and other activities just for them. Great atmosphere and free entertainment. Pioneer Park, Murray Street. 9.00am - 2.30pm. For further information phone (08) 8523 5823
Sunday 10 - Gawler Motor Cycle Expo & Swap Meet
Gawler showgrounds, (Princes Park), Nixon Terrace. Attractions: Dealership Exhibits and Test Rides, Stunt Performances. Sell your bike in the Open Sale Yard, Show & Shine. Gates open 8.30am - 2.00pm. Sellers from 6.00am. This is an alcohol free event. For further information phone Steve 0419 036 869 www.gawlerexpo.com
DECEMBER 2013
Sunday 15 - Gawler Carols in the Park
Come along to Pioneer Park and enjoy the festivities. The fun commence at 5.00pm with free entertainment including Jumping Castle, Face Painters, Climbing Wall, Magicians and much more along with a special visit by Santa. Carols commence at 7.15pm - 9.45pm, with entertainment for the whole family for all to enjoy. Bring your rugs and chairs for a wonderful Christmas Celebration. Food is available for purchase. Pioneer Park, Murray Street, Gawler. 5.00pm - 9.30pm. For further information phone (08) 85229 260 www.gawlercarols.com Email info@gawler.carols.com
