December 18, 2008
Port Fairy Moyneyana Festival Committee is in Countdown, for the 61st Moyneyana Festival.
Port Fairy Moyneyana Festival Committee is now into count down meltdown phase; we will now be meeting every fortnight up to Christmas Eve as the planing turns into work & then fruition.
We are now into program preparation, proof reading, choosing of the design for the cover from one of the Schools in Port Fairy; with the draft copy to go to the printers by the 15th November. So here is a brief out line as to what is happening in Port Fairy during the coming holiday season. Full details times etc see the program which will be available around the Town after mid December.
Prior to Christmas the Port Fairy Rotary Club will hold the Christmas Lights Competition, of private residences, so watch out for those decorated homes; or put in an entry. Entry forms available at Brookes Hardware & Belfast Emporium.1st, 2nd, 3rd Prizes.
The Festival will start Christmas Eve on Port Fairy's Village Green, with a Christmas Tree, visit by Santa & Mrs Claus by a novel mode of transport. Also featuring on this night Port Fairy Citizens Band, Port Fairy School Choir, Port Fairy Belfast Lions Club spinning wheel for children, judging of Port Fairy Traders Window, NAB free Show Bags, Port Fairy Traders Cash draw of $1,000. Winners announced Port Fairy Rotary Club Christ Lights competition, free face painting by the Colour Angel, the Amazing Sam Suitcase, Jumping Castle, Community BBQ, so come and enjoy the fun and Christmas Spirit everyone!
The Shear-waters can be seen returning daily at dusk from the viewing platform on Griffith Island.
Killara Camel Rides, on the beach, and short rides at George Dodds Reserve.
Cobb & Co coach rides around the Town, starting at Gipps Street in front of the Propeller at the Wharf.
Port Fairy Hospital Carnival with rides & fun from Boxing Day 7.00pm-late.
Fishing Trips & trips to Lady Julia Percy Island on the Michael J. see signage at the Wharf.
Local Hotels have live music afternoons & evenings.
Port Fairy Football Netball Club, social room & bar open from 4.00pm.
Solid Rock Cafe, at the Port Fairy Sea Scouts Hall in Bank Street, free entry, no alcohol.
Port Fairy Belfast Lions Club Art Show.
There will be a performance of Handel's Messiah, including leading Melbourne soloists & musicians with conductor Andrew Wailes, at St John's Anglican Church, tickets available at the door.
Community Craft Markets at King George Square except December 27th (Village Green) during December & January.
Port Fairy Farmer's Market where you can buy fresh produce at the Village Green Saturday January 17th.
Port Fairy S.U.F.M. Family Holiday Program at the Gardens Caravan Park December 28th - January 6th. Story telling, games, crafts mornings 10.30am-12.30pm, Concerts, drama, music, games, evenings 7.00pm-7.45pm all ages welcome Free.
Summer Movies Reardon Theatre, Bank Street 4pm & 7.30pm beginning January 1st.
Surf Movies at the Reardon Theatre, Bank Street 7.30pm every Thursday tickets at Surf Shop/Theatre all proceeds to Port Fairy Surf Life Saving Club.
Free Kite Flying Daily from 27th December, 3.00-5.00pm, Southcombe Park, kites of all types suitable for ages 2-80+
Moyneyana Festival Supper Club at Saltra Brasserie come & join Mike Jackson & Oriel Glennen, Tuesday December 30th
New Year's Eve, free entertainment provided by sponsors & the 3YB Moyneyana Festival Committee, live band Bushwahzee 5.30pm-7.30pm on the Village Green, Backward Sprint Championships -7.30, registration & heats 11.00am Southcombe Park. Moyneyana Street Procession (theme Community & the Sea) begins at 8.00pm followed by live music with the Borders & Claymore on the Village Green plus a midnight fireworks spectacular sponsored by Pacific Hydro.
New Years Day Community Craft Market 9.00am -2.00pm, King George Square, Gipps Street, Port Fairy Wooden & Classic Boat Festival, Noon, Whale Boat & Life Boat launch, 2.00pm main parade motor past. 3.00pm Moyneyana Duck Derby, Moyne River.
Summer by the Sea-Coast Care begins January 7th -18th most activities free, see program for full details, children under 12 yrs must be accompanied by an adult.
Music of the Big Bands by Trax, St Johns Anglican Church Friday January 9th at 7.30pm
Blessing of the Fleet, Ecumenical Service at the Wharf January 4th, 6.00pm
C.D.B ALIVE - FREE!
Summer Movies on the Village Green ( weather permitting) Saturday December 27th-Enchanted/G ; Monday 26th January- Phar Lap/PG
3YB Moyneyana Music-fest Sunday December 28th -Free concert on the Village Green. Hosted by Streamline, numerous local artists including Shane Howard & Andy Alberts.
Canya Dantz Tuesday 29th December 10.30am & 1.00pm high energy dance & fun for all ages. Come and join in a celebration of life.
Uke'n Play Ukulele December 27th & 28th 10.30am & 11.15 am Lecture Hall, Sackville Street, beside the Village Green. An instant play ukulele session for beginners, adults & children 8 yrs & over are easily able to play a few chords & songs by end of session. BYO ukulele or ukuleles & instruction books available for sale at the door. Children under 12 yrs must be accompanied by an adult.
Mike Jackson Show December 27th 1.30pm- 2.15 pm Lecture Hall, Sackville Street. Kids/Family Concert.
Magic with String December 30th 1.30pm-2.15 pm Community House, Bank Street for age 8-adult a workshop featuring a great variety of string games& tricks from around the world with Mike Jackson. BYO loop of string or strings for sale at the door ($2) Children under 12yrs must be accompanied by an adult.
Wild Action take a walk on the Wildside January 2nd performances 10am, 11.30am &1.00pm on the Village Green. Knowledgeable Wild Action Staff & animals will safely interact with children. Children of all ages will have the opportunity to interact safely & touch a live baby Salt- Water Crocodile, live non venomous Python Snakes, Turtles, Frogs, Skinks, Lizards & Geckoes.
Ticklish Allsorts January 7th performances 10.30am & 1.30pm on the Village Green, high energy music show.
Moyneyana Ticklish Allsorts Kids Fun Day Pirates Theme, January 8th 10am-4pm Sea Scouts Hall. A day of drama, music & interaction. Produce your own show & present it. Tickets & full information available at the Visitor Information Centre, cost $5 per child, refreshments free.
Roving Street performers Sackville/Bank Streets -11am-noon & 2pm-3pm January 12th Harmoniacs- Acapella Group; January 13th Aussie Tall Stars- just to look up to.
Music in the Street- Laaland Saxual Harassment. Saxophonist Roving street performer Sackville/Bank Street-January 6th & 14th, 11am-noon, 2pm-3pm.That's quite a line up!
Family Quiz (Triva Night) Friday January 9th, Yambuk Ladies Auxiliary in aid of Port Fairy Hospital. Yambuk Public Hall, Princes Highway, Yambuk, see program for details.
Summer Fair - Moyneyana House, Saturday January 10th from 9.00am. Village Green, music, stalls-cakes, books, bric-a-brac & craft. All funds go to local Hospital.
Jazz in the Park, the 3YB/Coast FM Moyneyana Festival invites you to enjoy a free concert Sunday January 11th 2.00-5.00pm at the Annie Williams Memorial Rotunda, Port Fairy Gardens with Gavin Franklin & Friends will present a summer afternoon of cool tunes. The Moyne Shire Arts & Culture Committee & Business & Tourism Unit proudly support music in the Park.
Pacific Hydro " Go Green on the Green" Environmental Day January 16th, 10.00am-3.00pm on the Village Green. Free Join us on the Village Green for the Moyneyana Festival inaugural Environmental Day and find out how you can get involved in caring for our coast & marine environment. Come along & enjoy all the fun and the fantastic music of Canya Dantz Show at 12 noon. The Connies, Wannon Water, Parks Victoria Rangers, Water Watch , Toyota Hybrid Car and lots more.
The Swing of Things- Music on the Village Green January 23rd 5.00pm-7.00pm Join Gavin Franklin and Friends for an entertaining evening Free.
Cannon Firing- January 1st New year's Day 2.00pm. Every Sunday in January at noon at Battery Hill ( except total fire ban or in heavy rain).
Cemetery Walks guided tours conducted by Port Fairy
Genealogical Society, meet at Port Fairy Cemetery see program details. Genealogical Society Open Days 84 Bank Street, entry free, Fees for Family Tree research see program for details.
History Centre at the Old Court House Building, Gipps Street, opposite the Wharf open Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sunday during school holidays 2.00-5.00pm. Exhibition & Displays of Port Fairy & District History.
Historic Buildings Open Day Sunday January 11th 1.30-4.30pm. Several of Port Fairy's historic homes & buildings open to the public. Tickets from the History Centre, Gipps Street.
Historic Walks- Maps available for self guided tours, from Port Fairy Visitor Information Centre.
Celtic Music. The Lake School of Celtic Music Koroit - workshops 7 Concert dates January 4th-9th.
Port Fairy National Trust- Moots Cottage, 5 Sackville Street, Historic Settler's Cottage/Bakery 1845-1851 open Wednesdays & Saturdays 2-4.00pm entry Gold coin.
Port Fairy Red Cross- 2nd Hand Book Sale, Saturday January 4th Southcombe by the Sea Caravan Park 9.00am-11.00am.
Australia Day, Monday January 26th 9.00am Village Green; Port Fairy Belfast Lions Club free Breakfast, ceremony & Guest speakers. Stay & celebrate further with lunch provided by Port Fairy SES, games & Canya Dantz. Enjoy the celebration cake for afternoon tea, Summer Movies at 8.00pm on the Village Green -Phar Lap. All Free Activities.
There are many more workshops, displays & activities taking place during the Moyneyana Festival too numerous to mention so grab the program & check them out.
The Moyneyana Festival Committee hopes that you all enjoy the Holiday Fun in Port Fairy. Enquiries to Chairman Reg Harry on 0438681237 or publicity officer Henry Toller-Bond 0407683221
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