So Do You Really Want To Be A Councillor?
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”2318″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]This interactive workshop with Lorraine, who has been a councillor for 30 years with 12 as Mayor, will take you to the floor of a council chamber so you can experience what it is really like in there. Are you curious about being a councillor? Are you keen to see it […]
South Australian Aboriginal Languages
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”2312″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]If you are interested in South Australian history and reconciliation, Clara, a research fellow for the University of Adelaide will present an interesting, non- technical overview about the Aboriginal languages belonging to country in S.A, focusing on the context in which Aboriginal people shared their languages with European linguists, the demise […]
Empowering Employment (Own Transport)
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”2300″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]This is an interactive workshop held at Maxima,19 Albyn Terrace, with experts in the field of employment services. You will learn how to improve your employability and explore ways to write cover letters, resumes, learn interview presentations skills and the importance of work place wellbeing. Presenters: Maxima Staff headed by James […]
Floral Art for your Home
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”3346″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Strathalbyn Floral Art Society has just celebrated it’s 60th birthday and is considered one of the premiere clubs in S.A. In this workshopthese experienced ladies will demonstrate and guide you to create an arrangement for your home.Our gardens have struggled with recent weather patterns and sometimes it’s hard to find more […]
Art Encounter (Own Transport)
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”2263″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Visit the Stationmaster’s Gallery, housed in a lovely historic railway building, this is a Community gallery showcasing quality artwork by various artists including jewellery, silks, woodwork, fabric art, sculptures, cards and much more. Drive to artist, Helen Stacey’s gallery and studio, meet the artist, discuss ideas behind her work and view […]
Cemetery Tour (Own Transport)
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”2260″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]A tour of the historic Strathalbyn cemetery, opened in 1856 – interesting and amusing stories of the pioneers: tragedies, adventures and misadventures. Tour guide, Brian, is a local Strathalbyn historian and author of many books, and has painstakingly researched Strathalbyn’s local history, scouring the local past newspapers “Southern Argus” and “The […]
Talinga Grove – Olives and more (Own Transport)
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”2420″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Three generations of our family live and work on our land where we grow and hand craft a range of extra virgin olive oils and olive inspired produce. The Talinga Grove Farm Store offers visitors the chance to experience the complete offering and to immerse themselves in the world of Extra […]
Sacred Grove (Own Transport)
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”2249″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]Sacred Grove encapsulates Ancient Encounters with three of Australia’s finest medicinal plants on a certified organic property at Belvidere in South Australia. The three plants include the lesser known Scented Emu Bush “Eremophila alternifolia”, Sandalwood “Santalum spicatum” and Native Pine “Callitris gracilis”. They have the potential to reduce pain as well as anti-bacterial properties […]
Explore Strathalbyn’s Heritage (Own Transport)
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”2239″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]What’s a Furphy, a Tip Dray, the “Solar Flare”? The former police station (built 1858) and courthouse (added in 1867), feature several rooms set out in the style of the Victorian era, a room reflecting changes in health care over the years, and a courtyard with very high stone walls. From […]