Brenda Kniepp  Tel; 02 6732 1744

Originally run by the P and A Association, the Glen Innes Show has brought the community together since its inception in 1869. A blend of the best the country has to offer, with arts and craft, fairground rides, the latest in tractors, first class showjumping, an unrivalled cattle pavilion display, chooks, sheep, even sports shearing as well as a demolition derby, mechanical pavilion and trade expo. Wind down at the popular show bar, or enjoy a steak sandwich at the barbecue. Perhaps rest your feet at the historical tea-room and savour the old-fashioned meals and a fresh pot of tea, or just find a shady spot under the glorious avenue of trees lining the grounds and watch the world pass by.

email: gleninnesshowsociet@bigpond.com

www.gleninnes.com/showsociety

PO Box 145 Glen Innes NSW  2370

Inverell Art Gallery

5 Evans St Inverell NSW 2360

Ph/Fax: (02) 6722 4983

Wearable Art

The body becomes a canvas; where the lines of fashion, art and craft blur and merge. Individually designed pieces as a form of artistic self expression in the form of wearable art.

Competition & Exhibition

5th-31st March

The Theme - Famous Opera's

In conjunction with

Opera In The Paddock 2010 Event

at

The Inverell Art Gallery

Opening Friday 5th March at 6:30pm

$15p/p

Please join us also for the Pre recital Cocktail Evening on Friday 19th March at 4pm where some Wearable Artworks will be modelled.

www.relayforlife.org.au

1300 65 65 85

Relay For Life

Glen Innes

6pm Friday to 6pm Saturday

12th & 13th March 2010

Glen Innes Showground

Teams informations evenings:

Wednesday 16th December 2009 - 6pm Rememberance Room Glen Innes & District Services Club, Grey Street, Glen Innes

Wednesday 20th January 2010 - 6pm Rememberance Room Glen Innes & District Services Club, Grey Street, Glen Innes

Wednesday 17th February 2010 - 6pm Glen Innes Bowling Club 49 Macquarie Street, Glen Innes

Minerama PO BOX 309, GLEN INNES 2370 enquiries@minerama.com.au

Gems and minerals galore! Field trips are organised on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, book on the day. Information about these will be on website closer to the time. Market stall galore within the festival and tailgaters outside. Demonstrations and expert advice available. Click Here to visit the Minerama website

Don't miss out Minerama 2010 March 12 13 & 14

The date for Minerama 2011 is March 11 12 & 13

Helen Fenton (02) 67 33 3202

Glencoe Campdraft both days with childrens horse events on Saturday only.

Meals available on both days, Bar Facilities, Camp Oven dinner on Saturday Night with entertainment.  

Glencoe Sports Ground

New England Highway

GLENCOE NSW 2365

photo courtesy of the Glen Innes Examiner

For further information:- 

www.deepwaterpoetrycompetition.com or

Robert McPhee: P.O. Box 31, Deepwater, 2371 or  Ph/fax (02) 67 34 6202.

The Northern Tablelands Irish Association and The Commercial Hotel, Deepwater introduce the first Poetry Competition, "The Celtic & Chinese Tin Miner's Revue".  A Celebration in verse recognising the outstanding contibution by those involved in the mining of tin and associated minerals in the poineering history of the NSW Northern Tablelands.

PROGRAM: 

• Poet's Breakfast at 7AM;
• Performance poetry commencing 10AM, being one event for Traditional Verse, with Mining Theme - Prize Money $1,000,  NO Entry Fee. Top three to final (1st $700, 2nd $200, 3rd $100)
• Evening function with an Irish lilt.

WRITTEN COMPETITION:

In addition to the above program there will be Two Written Competitions for unpublished verse, written in the Ballad Style (rhyme & metre). There is $250 prize money for each of these events:

Written Competition 'A' The theme will be:- "MYSTERIOUS AUSTRALIA" - Relating to mysterious or unusual sightings, e.g  UFOs, Yowies, Chestnuts, etc and to include animals such as those surrounding the mystery of the 'EMMAVILLE PANTHER'. $5 entry fee

Written Competition 'B'- The theme relates to the pioneering period of early tin mining in Australia and the involvement of European &/or Chinese tin miners, a large percentage of European Miners being of Celtic Origin. $5 entry fee

Jenny Hodder or Hazel Ogle (02) 67323837 AH (02) 67 32 5329

Second Sunday every month from 8.00AM to 12.00 Noon, Among the Artwork, Toys, Tools, Bric-A-Brac, Handcrafts, you may find an Elusive Treasure, Something Highly Individual and Original. Come and Browse, Visit a Cafe or Bakery, Meet Family and Friends, Enjoy the Friendly Environment.

Contact Bob Dent 6732 1495

Triathlon suitable for all ages and fittness levels.  3 grades available.  Registration 8.00am for an 8.30am start.  Contact Bob Dent 6732 1495

Wendy Watts 02 67333274

Join us to celebrate Ireland's National Day 6.00pm to 6.30pm. Come and enjoy a speech and toast to St Patrick, then join in with us to sing the National Anthem whilst we lower the flag.

Opera North West Ltd

email: operainthepaddock@bigpond.com

web: www.operinthepaddock.com.au

phone: 1800 240 301

Opera In The Paddock 2010

" A night of magic under the stars"

A thrilling evening of arias and ensembles from opera, operetta and musicals presented by some of Australia's finest performers.

As dusk fall and the kookaburras take to their branches, the audience settles back to enjoy the unique atmosphere of Mimosa with its floodlit stately gums and near perfect natural acoustics. The peaceful valley provides a stunning backdrop to the evening's performance.

Twilight Recital 19 March Inverell Town Hall 6.15pm An hour recital of German and Italian song Tickets: $25 Special Opera & Recital Package $75 Bookings: Online: www.operainthepaddock Phone: 1800 240 301 Inverell Visitors Centre: 1800 067 626

Saturday 20th March Mimosa Delungra Ticket Prices: Adults: $55 Students & Children: $25  10% discount for groups of 20 or more adults Bookings: Online: www.operainthepaddock.com.au Inverell Visitors Centre: 1800 067 626 New England Credit Unions Accommodation, Coach & Ticket Enquiries Opera North West Ltd 1800 240 301 Glen Innes Visitors Centre (02) 6730 2400   GATES OPEN 4pm Performance commences 7pm BYOO seating, food, beverages BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

Front Office, Glen Innes Health Service Phone (02) 67 390 200

Glen Innes Hospital Ladies Auxiliary Will be Holding a Trivia Night At The Glen Innes Bowling Club On Saturday 27th March, 2010. Tables of Eight  - $10/Head. Super Provided - 6:30PM Start. Money Raised to Go Back to Hospital. Get a Team and Test your Knowledge Against Your Friends. Fun for All.

Jan Sharman 02 67322001

The Saturday before Easter will be a great family fun day with stalls, food, dancing and activities for all the family. This is the main fundraiser for the hospital. All are Welcome.

Nathan Purvis 0427 324 078

Entries Close Wednesday 24 March.

The Steer Sale will be held following the regular cattle sale.

Steers sold in single lots (cents per kilo) weaners only.

Lance Burton Phone: (02) 67 34 6230

FOOD GEMS, STALLS (FREE STALL SITES), EASTER HAT PARADE, FOSSICKING FOR KIDS, HAM WHEEL, MUSIC, YABBY RACES,  MONEY ENVELOPE RAFFLE, KIDS GAMES, LUCKY DIP, EASTER BUNNY, STEAK & SAUSAGE SANDWICHES, CHIPS & DRINKS & TEA & CAKE.

A fun day for all the family. Childrens horse events.For more information phone Fiona Smith 6732 3923 or Helen Wirth 6733 5751

Jenny Hodder or Hazel Ogle (02) 67323837 AH (02) 67 32 5329

Second Sunday every month from 8.00AM to 12.00 Noon, Among the Artwork, Toys, Tools, Bric-A-Brac, Handcrafts, you may find an Elusive Treasure, Something Highly Individual and Original. Come and Browse, Visit a Cafe or Bakery, Meet Family and Friends, Enjoy the Friendly Environment

Debbie Burton - Glen Innes Pony Club. (02) 67 32 4065  

State Sporting & Campdrafting Championships

At the Glen Innes Showgrounds, Torrington Street, Glen Innes.

Saturday 17th April -  Horse Sports

Sunday 18th April    -  Campdraft

"Glen Innes & District Services Club 67321355 Glen Innes Visitor Information Centre 67302400

To celebrate Anzac Day there will be a Dawn service at 5.30am at the Glen Innes Cemetery, then Breakfast at the Glen Innes & District Services Club. Then at 11.00am Memorial service beginning at the Boer War Memorial in the Grey St & Meade St roundabout, marching to Anzac Park for the service.

Glen Innes Vistor Information Centre Ph: (02) 67 30 2400 Fax: (02) 67 32 6090 Email: tourism@gisc.nsw.gov.au www.australiancelticfestival.com

The Australian Celtic Festival in Glen Innes, Nothern NSW is unique for its colour, spectacle and range of entertainment and history. An opportunity to meet with friends and our country hospitality.

The 2010 Australian Celtic Festival will honour the celtic nation of Manx. The festival’s main venue is the Australian Standing Stones, an array of spectacular granite monoliths like those around which the ancient Celts danced. To be there at dawn to listen to the eerie skirl of pipes in the autumn mists at the Standing Stones is an experience not to be missed.

The four day festival provides non stop entertainment including the street parade, spectacular ceremonial roles performed by re-enactment groups, Celtic Strongman events, kirking of the Tartan, massed bands, children’s entertainment, dancing, flag raising ceremonies, poets’ breakfast, yard dog trials, market stalls, fun run and Celtic foods. The festival in 2010 will again draw clans, national groups, dancers and artists from across Australia and overseas.

You can partake in Celtic music and dance at one of the four stages at the Standing Stones or in one of the many concert venues in the town of Glen Innes.

Glen Innes Vistor Information Centre Ph: (02) 67 30 2400 Fax: (02) 67 32 6090 Email: tourism@gisc.nsw.gov.au www.australiancelticfestival.com

The Australian Celtic Festival in Glen Innes, Nothern NSW is unique for its colour, spectacle and range of entertainment and history. An opportunity to meet with friends and our country hospitality.

The 2010 Australian Celtic Festival will honour the celtic nation of Manx. The festival’s main venue is the Australian Standing Stones, an array of spectacular granite monoliths like those around which the ancient Celts danced. To be there at dawn to listen to the eerie skirl of pipes in the autumn mists at the Standing Stones is an experience not to be missed.

The four day festival provides non stop entertainment including the street parade, spectacular ceremonial roles performed by re-enactment groups, Celtic Strongman events, kirking of the Tartan, massed bands, children’s entertainment, dancing, flag raising ceremonies, poets’ breakfast, yard dog trials, market stalls, fun run and Celtic foods. The festival in 2010 will again draw clans, national groups, dancers and artists from across Australia and overseas.

You can partake in Celtic music and dance at one of the four stages at the Standing Stones or in one of the many concert venues in the town of Glen Innes.

Crystal Haron (02) 67 32 4291

The NSW Floral Art Association present a demonstration of floral Art by Peter Rainger

The Glen Innes Masonic Lodge - Monday 3rd May, 2010 - 10.30AM to 12.00PM - Gold Coin Donation - Morning & Afternoon Tea can be Purchased.

Jenny Hodder or Hazel Ogle (02) 67323837 AH (02) 67 32 5329

Second Sunday every month from 8.00AM to 12.00 Noon, Among the Artwork, Toys, Tools, Bric-A-Brac, Handcrafts, you may find an Elusive Treasure, Something Highly Individual and Original. Come and Browse, Visit a Cafe or Bakery, Meet Family and Friends, Enjoy the Friendly Environment

Mike Condon (02) 67 32 4452

Ray Kneipp (02 67 34 4211 Mobile 0429 344211

A country day outing, with prize money and trophies up for grabs.

Jenny Hodder or Hazel Ogle (02) 67323837 AH (02) 67 32 5329 John Kearney (02) 67 32 3078

Second Sunday every month from 8.00AM to 12.00 Noon, Among the Artwork, Toys, Tools, Bric-A-Brac, Handcrafts, you may find an Elusive Treasure, Something Highly Individual and Original. Come and Browse, Visit a Cafe or Bakery, Meet Family and Friends, Enjoy the Friendly Environment.

Catky Sexton (02) 67 32 1590 Glen Innes Visitor Information Centre www.celticwintersolstice.com.au

Wendy Watts 02 67333274

Assemble at the front of Crofters Cottage at 4.30pm for 5.00pm Ceremony, Ceremony entails a small speech andFlag lowering Ceremony at the Australian Standing Stones to commemorate the National Day of the Isle of Man.

Anzac Park, Glen Innes

Second Sunday every month from 8.00AM to 12.00 Noon, Among the Artwork, Toys, Tools, Bric-A-Brac, Handcrafts, you may find an Elusive Treasure, Something Highly Individual and Original. Come and Browse, Visit a Cafe or Bakery, Meet Family and Friends, Enjoy the Friendly Environment.

Wendy Watts 02 67333274

The Celtic region of Galicia (Spain) has a "regional" or national day. there is a flag lowering ceromony at the Standing Stones to commemorate the National Day of this celtic region

Jenny Hodder or Hazel Ogle (02) 67323837 AH (02) 67 32 5329 John Kearney (02) 67 32 3078

Second Sunday every month from 8.00AM to 12.00 Noon, Among the Artwork, Toys, Tools, Bric-A-Brac, Handcrafts, you may find an Elusive Treasure, Something Highly Individual and Original. Come and Browse, Visit a Cafe or Bakery, Meet Family and Friends, Enjoy the Friendly Environment.

Jan Sharman 67322001 Church Hall 67325353

A wonderful celebration of young ladies making their way into the social circuit. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the girls in this time honoured tradition. Held at the Services Club, bookings are essential several weeks prior to the event.

Emmaville Mining Museum (02) 6734 7025 Ron Jillet (02) 6734 7210 Kay Schroder (02) 6734 7281

EMMAVILLE MINING MUSEUM GEMFEST & SWAP MEET At the Emmaville Caravan Park 4th, 5th & 6th September 2010 Field ttrips, full day, & half day fossicking Tours, for topaz, molybdenite, quartz, silvertourmaline copper all market stall holders welcome, a BAR-B-Q will be at the caravan park for the 5th & 6th. Sunday night there will be entertainment & camp oven tea at park. Meals and accommadation at Tatts Hotel, Club Hotel Saturday & Sunday from 8am to 11am.

Jenny Hodder or Hazel Ogle (02) 67323837 AH (02) 67 32 5329

Second Sunday every month from 8.00AM to 12.00 Noon, Among the Artwork, Toys, Tools, Bric-A-Brac, Handcrafts, you may find an Elusive Treasure, Something Highly Individual and Original. Come and Browse, Visit a Cafe or Bakery, Meet Family and Friends, Enjoy the Friendly Environment.

Jenny Hodder or Hazel Ogle (02) 67323837 AH (02) 67 32 5329

Second Sunday every month from 8.00AM to 12.00 Noon, Among the Artwork, Toys, Tools, Bric-A-Brac, Handcrafts, you may find an Elusive Treasure, Something Highly Individual and Original. Come and Browse, Visit a Cafe or Bakery, Meet Family and Friends, Enjoy the Friendly Environment.

Gourmet in the Glen contacts; Cathy Sexton (02) 67321590 Leonie Hawkins 0448821443

Gourmet in the Glen 2010 will be even better with more stalls, more entertainment, more food and more relaxation. Sit back and take in the gorgeous location of glorious King Edward Park with its huge shady trees and sweeping lawns.

Be entertained by local musicians and taste the wines of the region.

Try all sorts of morsels and watch the children run around (but don't forget to come equipped with wide brimmed hats and sunscreen). 

Let the day drift by and then merge into evening as Gourmet in the Glen moves over the road to the New England Club for even more entertainment and a relaxing evening.

From 10am-4pm at King Edward Park, West Ave, Glen Innes and from 4pm till late at the New England Club, West Avenu

Extensive food stalls demonstrating local gourmet foods. Craft and lifestyle stalls. Cooking demonstrations. Live entertainment. Children's area and activities. 

Entry is FREE

Start 10.00 AM - till 4.00PM at King Edward Park, West Avenue Glen Innes.

Then 4.00 PM till Late at the New England Club, West Avenue, Glen Innes. 

For more details and to contact us go to www.gourmetintheglen.com.au

GLEN INDUSTRIES OPEN DAY

SATURDAY 23 OCTOBER 2010

77 Grey Street

SAUSAGE SIZZLE BREAKFAST 8.00am

Come and have a look and learn what we are all about

MASSIVE PLANT & PRE-LOVED CLOTHING SALE

M Cross The Secretary Ph (02) 6732 4868 Fx (02 6732 1949 8 Cross Street Glen Innes NSW 2370

Morning Tea 8.30am play starts 9.00am

Chinese Smorgasboard/Sandwiches/Pies & Sausage Rolls at Club prices

Nominations Close 1 November 2010

All entries on nomination forms only by hand, mail or fax to: The Secretary M Cross 8 Scott St Glen Innes 2370 Fax (02) 6732 1949

Prize money subject to change depending on nominations

Wed 3 March 3 Bowl Mixed Pairs 3 rounds X 16 ends Entry Fee $30 per team - Prize Money

Thurs 4 March Ladies Triples 2 rounds X 18 ends Entry Fee $30 per team - Prize Money

Fri 5 March Mens Pairs 3 rounds X 14 ends Entry Fee $30 per team - Prize Money

Sat 6 March Mens Pairs 3 rounds X 14 ends Entry Fee $30 per team - Prize Money

Sun 7 March Mixed Fours 2 rounds X 18 ends Entry Fee $40 per team - Prize Money

	PO Box 182, Glen Innes NSW 2370
Email	nevillecampbell1@hotmail.com
Website	www.beardiesfestival.com

The seasons in Celtic Country - Glen Innes and surrounding district, in the heart of rural Australia - are distinctive and there's no better time to visit than in our breathtaking spring.

There's an added reason: the Land of the Beardies Festival, is a special time for families, when we celebrate our rich, local history. It's a festival that has grown in stature and is featuring a mixture of Country and Western Music combined with Country Rock , Gospel and Features songs from yesteryear. this years Festival highlights  Local talent that our community has to offer as well as providing an avenue for local Talent to show their skills in Entertainment.

Only 2-4 hours from the coast or 4 hours South of Brisbane, the Land of the Beardies Festival in Glen Innes will provide you with a fun-packed program to suit families and all interests. Best of all most activities are FREE!

Highlights:

• FREE Fireworks Display
• Beard-growing competition – prizes to be won
• Market stalls and amusement rides
• Ulysses Club Bike Show & Dinner -
  Visit The Celtic Cruisers Web site
• Ford vs Holden Car Show -
  Dog Show - Showcasing the purebred dog. A dog show with a Celtic theme.

Jenny Hodder or Hazel Ogle (02) 67323837 AH (02) 67 32 5329 John Kearney (02) 67 32 3078

Second Sunday every month from 8.00AM to 12.00 Noon. Among the Artwork, Toys, Tools, Bric-A-Brac, Handcrafts, you may find an Elusive Treasure, Something Highly Individual and Original. Come and Browse, Visit a Cafe or Bakery, Meet Family and Friends, Enjoy the Friendly Environment.

Jenny Hodder or Hazel Ogle (02) 67323837 AH (02) 67 32 5329

Second Sunday every month from 8.00AM to 12.00 Noon, Among the Artwork, Toys, Tools, Bric-A-Brac, Handcrafts, you may find an Elusive Treasure, Something Highly Individual and Original. Come and Browse, Visit a Cafe or Bakery, Meet Family and Friends, Enjoy the Friendly Environment.