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July 2008
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Fri 29 Feb - Sat 8 Nov
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Penrith Symphony Orchestra
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Penrith Symphony Orchestra 2008 20th Anniversary Subscription Series.
3 Great Concerts: JSAPC
Gala Concert Sat 29th March
Masterworks Sat 31st May
Hungarian Goulash 8th November
Bookings now open, by phone or on-line.
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| Location: |
JSAPC |
| Bookings: |
1300 789 118
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Sun 1 Jun - Sun 31 Aug
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Yulefest in the Blue Mountains
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The magical wintertime months of June, July and August is Yulefest in the Blue Mountains. Many venues offer traditional Christmas style celebrations.
While cold winds blow and the occasional snow falls, experience warm 'Mountains' hospitality, log fires, Christmas fare, singalongs and perhaps even Santa.
Yulefest in the Mountains is a special time to celebrate winter with traditional Yulefest dinners and luncheons.
Live entertainment, carols and decorations all add to the Yulefest atmosphere. Enjoy the crisp mountain air by day and the glow of a cosy fire at night.
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| Location: |
Throughout the Blue Mountains |
| Bookings: |
1300 653 408
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Fri 6 Jun - Fri 29 Aug
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Braemar Gallery Exhibitions
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6 - 22 June Three Aspects – Watercolours by Ron Knott, Andrew Johnston & Bernd Jansons.
27 June to 13 July Female by Nature – Three contemporary artists, David Mapletoft, Karin Ward and Ellen Legge, exhibiting photography and mixed media representational of the female form.
18 July – 3 August - Outside/Inside Environments - Photographs & paintings by siblings Maryanne Bell and Vladimir Pavlovic.
8 – 24 August - Friends of Braemar – Various works by local artists.
From 29 August - Secret Life of Women - Focusing on the nurturing powers water embodies in our environment.
Gallery open: Friday, Saturday & Sunday. 10am - 4pm.
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| Location: |
104 Macquarie Rd, Springwood. |
| Bookings: |
4723 5046
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Sat 21 Jun - Sun 17 Aug
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The Bears National Ice Hockey Games
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The Bears are the National Ice Hockey Team now Based in Penrith. They won the competition (Goodall Cup) last year and this years Pre-Season Competition (The Wilson Cup) and are presently on top of the ladder with 11 wins out of 11 games.
Prices are $10.00 per adult, children under 16 free.
Sat June 21: The Bears v West Sydney Ice Dogs @ 5:30pm
Sun June 22: The Bears v Adelaide Avalanche @ 5.00pm
Sat July 19: The Bears v Newcastle North Stars @ 5:30pm
Sat August 2: The Bears v Newcastle North Stars @ 5:30pm
Sat August 9: The Bears v Canberra Knights @ 5:30pm
Sun August 10: The Bears v Adelaide Avalanche @ 5:00pm
Sun August 17: The Bears v Gold Coast Blue Tongues @ 5:00pm
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| Location: |
Penrith Ice Palace |
| Bookings: |
To be advised
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Tue 24 Jun - Sat 12 Jul
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Access to Design -
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Exhibition Opening night Tuesday 24 June at 6pm.
Opening: Carolyn Rosier (Manager, Educational Programs).
Exhibition hours 9am – 4pm weekdays.
For course information please contact Michaela Kobor, Course Co-ordinator on 9208 9396.
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| Location: |
T Block foyer and conference room, TAFE NSW – Western Sydney Institute, Nepean College (Kingswood Campus. 12-44 O’Connell St Kingswood – enter via gate 2.) |
| Bookings: |
9208 9396
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Thu 3 Jul - Sun 20 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Weber Circus
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Exiting circus acts and Salsa Dancing. From $18 Adults, $12 child.
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| Location: |
Charles Hackett Drive, St Marys. |
| Bookings: |
0448 247 287
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Thu 3 Jul - Sat 5 Jul
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'As You Like It' - (Shakespeare)
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Thursday 3rd July - Saturday 5th July
As you like it (Shakespeare)Q Theatre starring: Saskia Smith and Stephen Phillips.
Thursday 3rd July 11am/8pm
Friday 4 July 8.00pm
Saturday 5th July 2pm/8pm Ad$42.00/Conc$37.00.
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| Location: |
Q Theatre, High St, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
4723 7600
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Sat 5 Jul - Sun 20 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - UWS Observatory
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School Holiday Kids Astronomy Nights-$12 adult,$8 child/concession and $35 family.
Amazing Astronomy - Saturday 12th July. 7-9 pm. Travel to the beginning of our solar system.
The Sun, Our Star – Wednesday 16th July. 10am-midday. Includes safe viewing of the sun.
Our Moon: Looking Lunar – Saturday 19 July. 7-9 pm. A close up look at our neighbour.
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| Location: |
UWS Observatory, University of Western Sydney, Penrith Campus Great Western Highway, Werrington North (Building AO) |
| Bookings: |
4736 0135 (Mon/Tue/Thur)
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Sat 5 Jul - Sun 20 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Muru Mittigar Aboriginal Cultural Centre
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School Holiday Activities - interactive didgeridoo & boomerang throwing & Koori art workshops at 10am & 1pm daily Monday – Friday. Session lasts 90 minutes. Cost $10. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more. Also open Sat. 9am – 2pm. Wear hats & appropriate clothes for outdoors. Picnic areas available.
Contact . Muru
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| Location: |
Mittigar Aboriginal Cultural Centre, 89 – 151 Old Castlereagh Road, Cranebrook. |
| Bookings: |
4729 2377
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Sat 5 Jul - Sun 20 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Penrith City Library
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Planetarium with Skyworks- Thursday 10th July. 10:30am – 11:30am & 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Tickets: $10 per person. Ages 5-13 years old.
Cartooning Workshops with Dave Hackett- Thursday 17th July- Cartoon Animals 10.30am - 11.30am. Monsters, Aliens, Dinosaurs and Freaks 12.00pm -1.00pm. $10 per person. Ages 7-13 years old
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| Location: |
Penrith City Library, High St, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
4732 7890
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Sat 5 Jul
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'Cash On Delivery' - Johnny Cash Tribute
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Dinner and show - 'Cash On Delivery'
Johnny Cash Tribute.
Show only tickets also available.
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| Location: |
Panthers, Mulgoa Road, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
1800 061 991
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Sat 5 Jul - Sun 17 Aug
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Prins (A.K.A Haro)
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Prins (a.k.a Haro)is acclaimed for his low relief 'tag' sculptures made in 1996. This exhibtion consists of new work produced whilst at the Gallery's Margaret Farm Residence.
Open Daily 10:00am – 5:00pm. Admission Free.
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| Location: |
The Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest, 86 River Rd, Emu Plains. |
| Bookings: |
4735 1100
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Sat 5 Jul - Sun 20 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Vicary’s Winery
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Thomas The Tank - weekends and public holidays Rides $3 per child plus one adult. 10am-4pm. Unlimited children’s ride $18. Make a day of it and take along the whole family and a picnic lunch!
Contact 4739 0199 (The Train Shed)
Craft Market- Sunday 13th July- Variety of stalls.
Contact 4773 4161.
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| Location: |
The Northern Rd, Luddenham. |
| Bookings: |
4739 0199
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Sat 5 Jul - Sun 20 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Museum of Fire
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School Holiday Fun – Free face painting, $2.50 hourly fire engine rides and fire safety presentations. Open from 9:30am to 4:30pm. Adult $8, Conc. $7, Child $5, Family $20.00 (2+2) Extra Child $3.50.
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| Location: |
Museum Drive (off Castlereagh Road), Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
4731 3000
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Sat 5 Jul - Sun 20 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Penrith Whitewater Stadium
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Whitewater Rafting - Bookings essential most days. Rafters must be over 12 years.
Entry to the stadium is free for spectators 9am to 5pm. Café on site.
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| Location: |
McCarthys Lane, Cranebrook. |
| Bookings: |
4730 4333
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Sat 5 Jul - Sun 17 Aug
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Operation Art
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Kids making art for kids in hospital. Outstanding examples of student work from Kindergarten to Year 10 across NSW.
Open Daily 10:00am – 5:00pm. Admission Free.
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| Location: |
The Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest, 86 River Rd, Emu Plains. |
| Bookings: |
4735 1100
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Sun 6 Jul
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Ropes Crossing Historical Collection
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Roaming musicians, horse & carriage rides, face painting to celebrate the opening of the new entrance and village green at Ropes Crossing.
11am – 2pm.
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| Location: |
Ropes Crossing Boulevard & the Village Green, Ropes Crossing Boulevard (off Forrester Road), St Marys. |
| Bookings: |
1800 182 211
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Mon 7 Jul - Fri 18 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Nepean District Tennis Association
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Clinics - Monday 7th - Friday 11th July & Monday 14th –Thursday 18th July. Half-day, full day or full week between 9am to 3pm. Suit beginners and intermediate. Need to wear tennis shoes. Equipment can be provided. BYO lunch. Drinks & snacks for sale. Contact Association for price.
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| Location: |
Mulgoa Rd & High St. Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
4721 2880
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Mon 7 Jul - Sun 20 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Ripples Leisure Centre
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Bootcamp for Kids - Monday 7th – Friday 11th July. 9.00am – 11.00am daily. Cost: $40- for the week.
Ages: 7 – 12. Bookings Essential.
The Inflatable & Tarzan Rope throughout School Holidays in public pool, standard admission applies.
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| Location: |
Charles Hackett Drive St Marys. |
| Bookings: |
9833 3000
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Mon 7 Jul - Fri 11 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Westfield Penrith
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Garfield Activity Centre - Monday 7th July – Friday 11th July. 11am–2pm.
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| Location: |
Henry Street, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
4721 4354.
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Mon 7 Jul - Fri 11 Jul
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Bootcamp for Kids
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Five day programme with fully qualified staff. 9-11am daily. For ages 7–12. Only 30 places available.
Cost $40 for the 5 days. Bookings essential. Book at Reception Desk.
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| Location: |
Ripples Leisure Centre, Cnr. Charles Hackett Drive & The Kingsway, St. Marys. |
| Bookings: |
9833 3000
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Mon 7 Jul - Thu 31 Jul
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Self Paced Explorer Tour
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Enjoy the fresh air on a self-guided tour through the various villages of Ropes Crossing. Pick up free explorer pack from the Sales & Information Centre. 8.30am – 5.30pm.
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| Location: |
Sales & Information Centre Cafe, Ropes Crossing Boulevard (off Forrester Road), St Marys. |
| Bookings: |
1800 182 211
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Tue 8 Jul - Thu 17 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Panthers
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Playschool – Tuesday 8 July. Two shows: 9.30am & 11.30am. Tickets $12. Children 12 months & under free (on lap).
Dorothy the Dinosaur – Thursday 17 July. 9.30am. Tickets $15. Child 12 months & under free (on lap).
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| Location: |
Panthers, Mulgoa Road, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
1800 061 99
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Tue 8 Jul
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Gardening Workshop
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Gain tips from a professional landscape artist. Free. 7-8pm. Limited places - bookings essential.
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| Location: |
Sales & Information Centre Cafe, Ropes Crossing Boulevard (off Forrester Road), St Marys. |
| Bookings: |
1800 182 211
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Tue 8 Jul - Sat 26 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Nepean Belle and the Penrith Platypus
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School Holiday Special Cruises
Offer 1: Child (aged 4-12 years) $10 - lunch & cruise (with full fare adult). Available for Luncheon Cruises on Tuesday 8th, Thursday 10th, Sunday 13th, Tuesday 15th, Wednesday 16th and Sunday 20th July.
Offer 2: Save $20 – when you buy 4 or more tickets for dinner, or 6 or more tickets for lunch. Available on Dinner Cruises on Saturday 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th July *Conditions Apply.
Other cruises will be running throughout School Holidays. Check website for dates.
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| Location: |
Departs Tench Reserve, Tench Avenue, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
4733 1274
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Tue 8 Jul
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Scrapbooking Workshop for Kids
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6 years & up. Have fun, play games and do something constructive. 9.30am – 11.30am. Bring 4 – 6 photos, Mum or Dad and morning tea. Tools and materials provided. $10 per person - bookings essential.
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| Location: |
Cranebrook Neighbourhood Centre, Hosking Street, Cranebrook. |
| Bookings: |
0433 661 053
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Tue 8 Jul
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Playschool
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Come along and celebrate with Big Ted, Little Ted, Jemima and Humpty.
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| Location: |
Panthers, Mulgoa Road, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
1800 061 991
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Tue 8 Jul - Sun 13 Jul
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'Keating'
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Cast: Robert Bertram, Alon Ilsar, Mike Mcleish, Eden Ottingnon, Enio Pozzebon. Terry Serio, Matthew Stuart & Mick Stuart.
8.00pm. Matinee 2.00pm on 12 & 13th July.
Tickets - Adult $55, Conc $50.
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| Location: |
Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre and Q Theatre, High St, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
4723 7600
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Wed 9 Jul - Tue 15 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Penrith RSL
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Kids Disco – Wednesday 9th July. 6.30pm. Lawson Showroom. Fun games, prizes to be won. For children aged 5-13 years. Cost $7 – includes lolly bag & drink.
Kids Bingo – Thursday 10th & Friday 11th July, Thursday 17th & Friday 18th July. 11am each day. Great fun & great prizes. $6 – includes hot dog & drink.
The Hooley Dooleys – Tuesday 15th July. Doors 1pm, show 2pm. Lawson Showroom. $12 per person.
Contact .
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| Location: |
Penrith RSL, Tindale Street, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
4728 5200
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Wed 9 Jul - Wed 16 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - St. Clair Branch Library
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Magic Show with Greg Hudson – Wednesday 9th July. One show only. 10.30 -11.20am. For the whole family. Tickets: $5 per person. Children under 2 free.
Drum Beat – The art of hitting things with Mark Stewart. Wednesday 16th July. One show only. 10:30am - 11:20am. For the whole family. $5 per person. Children under 2 free.
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| Location: |
St. Clair Library, Shopping Centre, Cnr. Bennett Road & Endeavour Avenue, St. Clair. |
| Bookings: |
4732 7890
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Thu 10 Jul
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Morning Melodies
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The day features live entertainment by 2 artists as well as a 2-course meal for $12. 10.30am – 2.30pm.
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| Location: |
St. Marys Band Club, Great Western Highway, St. Marys. |
| Bookings: |
9623 1211
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Fri 11 Jul
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Thirsty Merc
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Live in the Lawson Showroom. Doors open 7pm. Tickets $30.
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Penrith RSL, Tindale Street, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
4728 5200
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Fri 11 Jul
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NAIDOC (National Aboriginal and Islander Day of Celebration)
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10.30am to 3:00pm. Games, BBQ Lunch, Dancing, Singers, Mixed Touch Football and Mixed Netball (teams register with Phyllis Jansz on 4732 7836), children’s activities, care for Elderly/Seniors, childcare for Children up to 7 years.
Contact 4732 7853 (Carolyn Gartside/Tracy Leahy).
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| Location: |
Jamison Park, York Road, South Penrith. |
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4732 7853
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Fri 11 Jul
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Panthers Vs Knights- NRL Game
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Gates open 5.15pm. Toyota Cup 5.20pm (Panthers Vs Knights). 7.15pm pre-game entertainment. 7.35pm Panthers Vs Knights (first grade).
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| Location: |
CUA Stadium, Mulgoa Road, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
1800 061 991
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Sat 12 Jul - Sun 13 Jul
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The Blue Mountains Flyer Steam Train
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Settle back in 1940s style as historic steam locos 3642 and 3526 climb the Blue Mountains providing a great spectacle of double headed steam power and a nostalgic return to the grand days of rail travel to the Blue Mountains. Steam from Sydney Central, Strathfield, Westmead or Penrith up to Leura, Katoomba or Mt Victoria – explore the galleries and gardens, enjoy a bracing bushwalk, adjourn to a cosy café or restaurant for a fireside luncheon – or indulge in our special Yulefest lunch option at Katoomba’s historic Carrington Hotel.
For bookings or if you would like for more information please visit the website.
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Steam from: Sydney Central, Strathfield, Westmead or Penrith up to Leura, Katoomba or Mt Victoria and return. |
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9379 1110
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Mon 14 Jul - Fri 18 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Penrith Regional Gallery
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A range of hands-on, art making workshops-Monday–Friday 14th–18th July.
Themes include: Capture the Castle, Origami Heaven, Comic Capers, Secret Scenes, Kids & Carers mornings Get arty with your children in the gallery studios, M/T on the veranda.
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| Location: |
86 River Road, Emu Plains. |
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4735 1100
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Wed 16 Jul - Sat 19 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - St Marys Rugby League Club
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Kids Bingo – Wednesday 16th July. Doors open 1.30pm for 2pm start. Tickets $6 – includes hotdog, soft drink, bingo texta & bingo book.
The Hannah Montana Tribute Show – Saturday 19th July. 10.30am for 11am start. Tickets $10. A fully choreographed 60 minute show with singers, dancers, face painting & balloons.
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| Location: |
Cnr Forrester and Boronia Roads, St Marys. |
| Bookings: |
9677 7777
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Wed 16 Jul - Thu 17 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Twin Creeks Golf & Country Club
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Junior Golf Clinic- Wednesday 16th & Thursday 17th July. From midday – 3pm both days. Clinic will be run by Bruce Burrows, NSW PGA Teacher of the Year in 2005. Cost $165.00 pp – includes tuition, lunch & afternoon tea.
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| Location: |
Twin Creeks Drive, Luddenham. |
| Bookings: |
9670 8877
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Wed 16 Jul - Sat 19 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre
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Monkey Baa-Wednesday 16 July & Thursday 17 July. Stephen Michael King’s Milli, Jack and Dancing Cat Wednesday 16 July 11am/2pm and Thursday 17 July 11am/2pm $15.00 all tickets.
Mayoral Musicale - Friday 18th & Saturday 19th July
Local bands, musicians, performers and choral groups on both nights from 6:30pm. Entry to the concerts will be admitted at any time throughout the evening.
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| Location: |
High St, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
4732 8076
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Sat 19 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Penrith Ice Palace
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The Bears Vs Newcastle North Stars- Saturday 19th July.
The Bears are the National Ice Hockey Team now based in Penrith. Adult $10.00, Children under 16 free. 5:30pm.
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| Location: |
Blakie Road, Penrith. |
| Bookings: |
4733 2611
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Sat 19 Jul
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School Holiday Activities - Rural Fire Brigade Rural Living and Ute Show
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4th Annual Ute Show - Saturday 19th July. Ute Show competition, Live entertainment & helicopter rides.
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| Location: |
Sixth Rd, Berkshire Park. |
| Bookings: |
0411 967 529
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