Welcome to Your Macedon Ranges for the week of Monday, April 26, to Sunday, May 2.
Woodend Winter Arts Festival, usually held over the Queen’s Birthday weekend in June, has been reimagined this year and begins on Sunday, May 9. Events will be held every month until August. “Our extended dates give us some ability to react to any future issues while still being able to support wonderful artists who have been waiting to join us since the cancellation of 2020’s festival,” says the festival’s artistic director, Jacqueline Ogeil. The 2021 festival program is now online.
Here are the events and activities happening this week in the Macedon Ranges:
Monday, April 26
[Art] Art in the Vines – the Renaissance: A sculpture exhibition featuring work by 25 acclaimed artists. Hanging Rock Winery, 88 Jim Rd, Newham. Daily until April 30. 10am-5pm. Free.
[Health] Stress Overload Syndrome workshop: Learn why not all stress is bad, the hidden warning signs you’re stressed, actions to reduce stress, and how to improve performance at work, school or sports. Chiropractic Life, 47-49 High St, Kyneton. 6.30pm. Free.
Tuesday, April 27
[Art] Art in the Vines – the Renaissance: A sculpture exhibition featuring work by 25 acclaimed artists. Hanging Rock Winery, 88 Jim Rd, Newham. Daily until April 30. 10am-5pm. Free.
Wednesday, April 28
[Environment] Sanatorium Eco Trail walk: Join Parks Victoria volunteers on a 3km circuit through beautiful forest and past the picturesque Sanatorium Lake. Learn about plants and animals as well as the history of the Macedon Regional Park. The moderate-level walk takes about 90 minutes. Days Picnic Ground, Lions Head Rd, Mount Macedon. 9.30am-11.30am. Free.
[Art] Art in the Vines – the Renaissance: A sculpture exhibition featuring work by 25 acclaimed artists. Hanging Rock Winery, 88 Jim Rd, Newham. Daily until April 30. 10am-5pm. Free.
[Pets] Pooches in the Park: A weekly get-together for dogs and owners in the church garden. Bring a picnic rug, food, drinks and poop bags. St Mary’s Anglican Church, Buckland St, Woodend. From 6pm.
Thursday, April 29
[Art] Art in the Vines – the Renaissance: A sculpture exhibition featuring work by 25 acclaimed artists. Hanging Rock Winery, 88 Jim Rd, Newham. Daily until April 30. 10am-5pm. Free.
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Friday, April 30
[Art] Art in the Vines – the Renaissance: A sculpture exhibition featuring work by 25 acclaimed artists. Hanging Rock Winery, 88 Jim Rd, Newham. Daily until April 30. 10am-5pm. Free.
[Comedy] Comedy Festival Roadshow: A night of stand-up, sketch, satire, silliness and song to satisfy your comedy cravings. Kyneton Town Hall, Mollison St, Kyneton. 7.30pm-9pm (sold out).
[Theatre] Ordinary Days: Adam Gwon’s musical tells the story of four young New Yorkers whose lives intersect as they search for fulfillment, happiness, love and cabs. Mountain View Room, Victoria Hotel, High St, Woodend. 7.30pm. $32.
Saturday, May 1
[Exercise] Campaspe Parkrun: 5km fun run along the Five-Mile Creek path. Every Saturday. Campaspe Park, Campaspe Dr, Woodend. 8am. Free (registration required).
[Exercise] Lancefield Parkrun: 5km fun run around Lancefield Park. Every Saturday. Lancefield Park, Chauncey St, Lancefield. 8am. Free (registration required).
[Market] Woodend Farmers’ Market: High St & Forest St. 9am-1pm.
[Food] Mushroom Foraging: NamDo, from Melbourne food truck and catering company Lil’ Nomnoms, will lead a morning of mushroom foraging. Two-course lunch afterwards. Lil’ Acres, 371 Ashbourne Rd, Woodend. 9.30am-1.30pm (sold out).
[Community] GemLife Woodend Country Club grand opening: Tour the new lakeside country club, view display homes and stroll through the resort’s idyllic natural surroundings. GemLife Woodend, 1849 Mount Macedon Rd, Woodend. 9.30am-2pm.
[Community] Romsey Youth Conversations: If you are 12-25, bring along your ideas for making Romsey more safe, inclusive and engaging for young people. Free barbecue. 50 Main St, Romsey. 12pm-1.30pm.
[Environment] Lighten Your Carbon Footprint: Join local artist Jo Mott to help make 100 ‘how to lighten your carbon footprint’ artworks for across the shire. Kyneton Mechanics Institute, Mollison St. 1pm-3pm. Free.
[Theatre] Ordinary Days: Adam Gwon’s musical tells the story of four young New Yorkers whose lives intersect as they search for fulfillment, happiness, love and cabs. Mountain View Room, Victoria Hotel, High St, Woodend. 2pm and 7.30pm. $32.
[Beer] Brewery tour: Learn how the beer is brewed at Holgate Brewhouse. Every Saturday and Sunday. Holgate Brewhouse, 79 High St, Woodend. 3pm-4pm. $25.
[Music] Jess Locke: Melbourne-based singer-songwriter Jess Locke is hitting the road to celebrate the release of her third album, Don’t Ask Yourself Why. Major Tom’s, Piper St, Kyneton. 8pm. $15.
Sunday, May 2
[Food] Mushroom Foraging: NamDo, from Melbourne food truck and catering company Lil’ Nomnoms, will lead a morning of mushroom foraging. Two-course lunch afterwards. Lil’ Acres, 371 Ashbourne Rd, Woodend. 9.30am-1.30pm (sold out).
[Theatre] Stagecraft workshop with Cassidy La Créme: Cassidy will share her professional knowledge and expertise with a focus on characterisation, emotion and expression. Booking essential. Tylden Hall, Tylden-Woodend Rd , Tylden. 1pm-4pm. Free.
[Community] Bereaved Mother’s Day: Afternoon tea for mothers who have lost children. Norma Richardson Hall, Buckland St, Woodend. 2pm-4pm.
[Theatre] Ordinary Days: Adam Gwon’s musical tells the story of four young New Yorkers whose lives intersect as they search for fulfillment, happiness, love and cabs. Mountain View Room, Victoria Hotel, High St, Woodend. 2pm. $32.
[Music] The Black Sorrows: The ARIA Award-winning The Black Sorrows continue to be one of Australia’s most successful touring bands. Macedon Railway Hotel, Smith St, Macedon. 2.30pm.
[Music] Archie Roach – Tell Me Why: Celebrated singer-songwriter and storyteller Archie Roach performs songs from his new record, Tell Me Why. Kyneton Town Hall, Mollison St. 3pm-4.20pm (sold out).
[Music] Charlotte Roberts album launch: Multi-disciplinary artist Charlotte Roberts launches her album Incantations. Newham (venue details confirmed when booking). 3pm-5.30pm. $15.
[Beer] Brewery tour: Learn how the beer is brewed at Holgate Brewhouse. Every Saturday and Sunday. Holgate Brewhouse, 79 High St, Woodend. 3pm-4pm. $25.
[Celebration] Greek Easter at The Stables: Succulent spit-roast lamb, marinated in lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and oregano overnight, an egg-cracking competition and lots of ouzo and laughter. The Stables, Ellesmere Place, Malmsbury. 6.30pm. $65.
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