10 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND
1. ASHTON AND BROPHY CIRCUS
WHEN: Today and tomorrow, various times
WHERE: USQ Clive Berghofer Recreation Centre
TAKE the family and enjoy the wonders of the Ashton and Brophy Circus.
There will be two sessions each day at 12.30pm and 5pm as well as pre-show workshops for the kids at 11am and 3.30pm. Tickets are available via ticketbo.com.au/circus.
2. DISABILITY ACCESS FESTIVAL
WHEN: Today, from 10am
WHERE: Toowoomba City Library Civic Precinct and City Annex
LEARN all about local disability providers and take part in community discussions on disability access as part of Disability Action Week.
The free festival will kick off at 10am with community panel discussions followed by the guest speaker Dr Dinesh Palipana in the City Annex.
Entertainment kicks off at 11am in the Civic Precinct with stallholders, live entertainment, free sausage sizzle and coffee and a petting zoo.
Disability awareness activities will start from 2pm and end at 3pm in the Toowoomba City Library.
3. ARTHUR POSTLE GIFT
WHEN: Today, heats start at 2.15pm
WHERE: Club Pittsworth, Short St
THE Arthur Postle Gift is now in its second year and organisers have a huge event planned for sprinters and spectators alike.
In addition to the races, there will be entertainment for the whole family with handmade art and craft markets, inflatables and so much more. The night will finish with a family movie starting from 7.30pm.
4. RACE DAY
WHEN: Today from 4.30pm
WHERE: Clifford Park Racecourse
MARY MacKillop Catholic College is holding a race day and in light of the recent and devastating bushfires in Stanthorpe, the college and its sponsors have diverted all funds raised to be distributed to those deeply affected by the catastrophic event that occurred last week.
Tickets must be booked online before attending and sales will be open until 1pm via trybooking.com.
5. MY FAIR LADY
WHEN: Today, 1.30pm and 7.30pm, tomorrow, 1.30pm
WHERE: Empire Theatre
THIS lavish new production of the most beloved musical of all time, presented by the Toowoomba Choral Society, is led by a stellar creative team, including award-winning director Kate Peters. My Fair Lady is about transformation, patronage, gender politics and class.
Tickets via empiretheatre.com.au or at the box office.
6. POTTERY STUDIO OPENING
WHEN: Today and tomorrow, 10am-4pm
WHERE: 1/204 McDougall St, Toowoomba
TOOWOOMBA potter Glen Wardle has opened a new ceramics studio and the community is welcome to come along to a special opening event.
Check out the new studio space, talk to instructors and students, try your hand at a pottery wheel and enjoy demonstrations by Glen and special guest Lindy Fry Mitchell from Eden Elements.
7. SPRING FESTIVAL
WHEN: Today, 10am-4pm
WHERE: Northpoint Shopping Centre
CELEBRATE spring with free activities the whole family can enjoy. There will be fun workshops for adults and kids as well as free face painting, entertainment, market stalls, giveaways and produce tastings from amazing local businesses like Mattisto Chocolate.
To find out more or register for a free workshop, visit http://bit.ly/northpoint-spring-festival.
8. TRAVEL EXPO
WHEN: Tomorrow, 9am-1pm
WHERE: Blank Space
CELEBRATE all things travel at the Toowoomba Helloworld Travel Festival.
There will be more than 40 operators showcasing their services in addition to exclusive travels deals, competitions and prizes, information sessions and activities for children.
Pre-register via www.helloworld.com .au/toowoomba-2019 or turn up on the day.
9. ROCKSTOCK
WHEN: Tomorrow, 10am-3pm
WHERE: RockStock Farm, Helidon Dip Rd, Helidon
ENJOY a full day of 50s and 60s rock ‘n’ roll music, rock ‘n’ roll dancing, classic cars, food and refreshments at Rockstock Helidon 2019.
Crack out your finest rockabilly gear and head down the hill for a day of fun and dancing.
10. MEN’S YOGA
WHEN: Tomorrow, 2-3.30pm
WHERE: Mayhem Dance Academy, 2 Foundry St
THE health benefits of yoga are well known, but a lot of men are reluctant to take their first try in a class full of women.
Come along to this introductory yoga class for men and see what the fuss is all about.
Tickets are $20. To find out more, call Greg on 0435 755 033 or book online via www.gregcawleyyoga.com.au/intro.