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Fri 10 Feb 2012 - Sat 07 Apr 2012
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The Idea of Water
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Curated by Nadège Lamy this exhibition presents creative meditations from five Western Sydney artists who each explore their personal and conceptual connections with water. Featuring the work of Nadège Lamy, Jennifer Gabbay, Lauren Gock, Bette Mifsud and Amelia Curren.
Location:
The Blacktown Arts Centre, Flushcombe Rd., Blacktown
On Paper showcases challenging and surprising works by Ernest Aaron, Elizabeth Pozega and Linda Wilken, three local and Western Sydney based contemporary artists whose work engages with the medium of paper.
After more than 40 years in an industry where longevity is usually measured in years rather than decades, Frances Yip is still seeking new goals and setting new standards. Frances’ career has evolved from the swinging sixties throughout the disco revolution and on to “adult contemporary”.
Sun 12 Feb 2012
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Prospect Heritage Trust's Monthly Meeting.
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The next meeting of The Prospect Heritage Trust will be held at the Prospect History Cottage, which is situated on the main driveway into Prospect Reservoir.
The Guest Speaker will be Scott Westlake will be talking about the history of the oldest government agency in Australia's history, the NSW Prison System. Scott is a third generation prison officer with over 21 years of service having worked at Long Bay, Windsor, Goulburn, Parramatta and the elite drug detection dog unit. He is also a qualified intell officer involved in gathering intell on bikies, aboriginal, Asian, islander and Moslem gangs.
Location:
Prospect History Cottage William Lawson Drive Prospect Reservoir, Flushcombe Rd., Prospect
Australia's dance troupe Justice Crew is proof that dreams can happen. From humble beginnings in Sydneys western suburbs, the nine-member outfit became one of 2010's hottest talking points when they won Australia's Got Talent. With the series win, they collected the $250,000 victors prize cheque and a contract with Sony Music. Be prepared to be amazed by the new show which will see the Crew flipping higher than ever before. The Crew will fuse music, dance and extreme athleticism to deliver a heart pumping and entertaining show that will leave spectators breathless, inspired and wanting more. Joining Justice Crew will be Young Men’s Society. Bringing their passion of music and dance together to create an amazing live performance, as seen on The X factor 2011. The show promises to entertain and excite people of all ages. Australia's hottest dance entertainment act Justice Crew is inviting you to a fun night out for the whole family to enjoy.
The AFL’s NAB Cup pre season competition returns to Blacktown International Sportspark when the Greater Western Sydney Giants take on the Western Bulldogs and Collingwood Magpies in a triple -header spectacular.
Location:
AFL/Cricket Centre Blacktown International Sportspark Eastern road, Rooty Hill NSW 2766
Sat 18 Feb 2012 - Sun 19 Feb 2012
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LAA NSW Region 2 Athletics Carnival
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The Little Athletics Region 2 Carnival takes to the track with athletes putting in their best performances to gain a place in the Little Athletics NSW State Championships.
Location:
Athletics Centre, Blacktown International Sportspark,
Fri 24 Feb 2012
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Adam Brand - Country Thunder Tour 2012
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An action packed 3 hour show featuring not just 1 or 2 artists…. but FIVE hot acts!!! Adam Brand, The Sunny Cowgirls, McAlister Kemp, Sam Hawksley and Matt Cornell. ADAM BRAND, 12 time gold guitar winner, over 500 thousand albums sold to date, DWTS champion and international touring sensation Adam Brand headlines the COUNTRY THUNDER lineup. This is not just another tour or another show…. THIS IS COUNTRY THUNDER!! One night, one ticket price and under one roof… When this show rolls into town, don’t be left at home!!
Sat 25 Feb 2012
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KARIFI AND THE AFRICA UNION DANCERS
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Rhythm Rituals is a dynamic new African music performance produced by Richard Petkovic (Cultural Arts Collective), featuring Café Carnivale favourites, Ghanaian drumming group Karifi and new dance ensemble the Africa Union Dancers. Rhythm Rituals features 12 spectacular musicians and dancers with soaring original compositions, melodies that lift the spirit and thumping Ghanaian rhythms. Be moved in body and soul as Rhythm Rituals engages audiences from all cultures in a ritual of dance, song and celebration.
Sat 25 Feb 2012
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ECHO MUSIC SERIES - Rhythm Rituals- Karifi and The Union Dancers
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Rhythm Rituals is a dynamic new African music performance produced by Richard Petkovic (Cultural Arts Collective), featuring Café Carnivale favourites, Ghanaian drumming group Karifi and new dance ensemble the Africa Union Dancers.
Rhythm Rituals features 12 spectacular musicians and dancers with soaring original compositions, melodies that lift the spirit and thumping Ghanaian rhythms.
Be moved in body and soul as Rhythm Rituals engages audiences from all cultures in a ritual of dance, song and celebration.
Location:
Blacktown Arts centre, Flushcombe Rd., Blacktown NSW 2148
This is one of the best places to take the family for Sunday lunch. The Brewhouse offers a fenced play area which includes a jumping castle and slippery dip. The pub, which has an extensive menu (best known fo schnitzels ) is running a special deal in which children under 12 eat lunch and dinner for FREE on Sundays.
Mon 30 Jan 2012 - Fri 09 Mar 2012
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6 Week Boot Camp
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Get fit, tone up and achieve the results you want now! Boot Camp is run as a 6 week program on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings 6am - 7am. Our next Boot Camp starts 30th January 2012 and finishes 9th March 2012.
This includes a massive 18 sessions, New design Boot Camp singlet, pre and post fitness testing, course completion certificate and a delicious team breakfast. Enlist Now! Spaces for this program are limited. Please call the Health and Fitness staff
Location:
Blacktown Aquatic Centre Boyd St Blacktown NSW 2148
Mon 30 Jan 2012 - Mon 05 Mar 2012
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Boot Camp Cadets I
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Boot Camp Cadets is a military inspired exercise program developed specifically for growing bodies. This program will challenge all aspects of your children’s health and fitness combining the benefits of one on one training with the camaraderie of group exercise.
Our motivated leaders will encourage and guide participants through an intense workout incorporating callisthenic exercises such as push-ups, jumping jacks, sit-ups with running, boxing, pool activities and military style drills to help children lose weight and get fit whilst having loads of fun.
The purpose of this program is to create a fun non-threatening atmosphere where children feel safe and confident, participate in a workout while learning more about their bodies, nutrition and healthy living.
Boot Camp Cadets will run on Monday afternoons at 5.30pm-6.30pm for 5 weeks commencing January 30 2012.
The prevalence of overweight and obese children is increasing rapidly worldwide. Over the last 20 years, obesity rates in children have risen greatly in many countries around the world – what can refer to as an ‘international epidemic of childhood obesity’. Emerton Leisure Centre also runs an adult Boot Camp program so the entire family can participate. Boot Camp Cadets at Emerton Leisure Centre is a cost effective way to achieve results. Spaces are limited and bookings are essential
Location:
Emmerton Leisure Centre Jersey Rd., Emmerton NSW 2770
Mon 30 Jan 2012 - Mon 02 Apr 2012
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Term 1 2012 Swim School
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Don’t put off your swimming lessons, this is the perfect time to start especially when you have opportunity to learn to swim with the 2011 NSW AUSTSWIM Swim School of Year.
Emerton Leisure Centre offers toddlers, children and adults a fully sequenced swim school that provides a broad balanced program of swimming, water safety and survival skills in preparation of a lifetime of safe activity in, or near the water. Our progressive aquatic education program captures the latest teaching methodologies coupled with fun interactive games.
Our caring, fully qualified AUSTSWIM instructors progress students through the set stages in our program with particular emphasis on skill acquisition, development and proficiency. You'll be amazed at their progress as you watch them gain in confidence and skill.
Emerton Swim School caters for children between 6 months of age to adults of varying abilities. Our classes are run all year round in heated water with lessons available throughout the week both in the morning and in the afternoon as well as Saturday mornings.
Our first term of 2012 kicks off on the 30 January and runs consecutively for 10 weeks.
Mon 30 Jan 2012 - Wed 04 Apr 2012
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Boot Camp I 2012 – January 30 to February 29:
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Boot Camp is a military style outdoor training program designed to challenge all aspects of your health and fitness. It's 5 weeks of intense training that will help you lose weight, tone up and get fit!
Boot Camp I 2012 will run on Monday and Wednesday evenings at 6.30pm-7.30pm for 5 weeks commencing January 30 2012.
Boot Camp is the perfect way to achieve the results you've been after.
This program includes 10 training sessions, 2 fitness assessments and a Boot Camp T-shirt.
Mon 30 Jan 2012 - Mon 27 Feb 2012
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Boot Camp Cadets I 2012– January 30 to February 27:
Details:
The purpose of this program is to create a fun non-threatening atmosphere where children feel safe and confident, participate in a workout while learning more about their bodies, nutrition and healthy living. The prevalence of overweight and obese children is increasing rapidly worldwide. Over the last 20 years, obesity rates in children have risen greatly in many countries around the world – what can refer to as an ‘international epidemic of childhood obesity’. Emerton Leisure Centre also runs an adult Boot Camp program so the entire family can participate. Boot Camp Cadets at Emerton Leisure Centre is a cost effective way to achieve results. Spaces are limited and bookings are essential
Monthly on the
3rd Monday
Mon 20 Feb 2012
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Blacktown Mt Druitt Cancer patient Support Group
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The Blacktown Mt Druitt Cancer Patient Support Group meets on the Thrid Monday of each month 7 - 9pm in the Fucntion Room , Level 1 in the Max Webber Library. All cancer patients and carers welcome. Telephone support is available
Location:
Function Room, Max Webber Library, Flushcombe Rd, Blacktown NSW 2148
Every
2nd Week on Friday
Fri 17 Feb 2012
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Fundraising Devenshire Teas
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Delicious scones, jam, cream, tea or plunger coffee served at small tables with white cloths and flowers. Relax in a beautiful historic homestead style atmosphere. Devonshire teas are scheduled for every second Friday at The Manse. No bookings are required.
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