As school holidays cease and work returns for some, make the most of what free time the weekend offers with a local event, a food and wine experience or even an Elvis show.
FRIDAY
Book sale 2023
Book lovers rejoice. Shepparton library is proud to present its 2023 book sale. Stop by the library between 12.30pm to 6pm Friday, 10am to 1pm Saturday or noon to 4pm Sunday and grab a bargain. Inquiries to contact Bev on 0412 885 725 or friendsofsheppartonlibrary@gmail.com
Cost: free entry
Location: Shepparton library
SATURDAY
Monster garage sale
Mooroopna’s monster garage sale returns Saturday to the Canteen and, as usual, it’s sure to pull a crowd. Hosted by Mooroopna’s Anglican Church, call in and hunt for a bargain from 8am to 3pm with clothes, furniture, books, toys, collectables and art on offer. All proceeds to be shared between local charities.
Cost: free entry
Location: St Alban's Anglican Church at the Canteen, 15-17 Young St, Moooroopna
Tastes of the Goulburn
Ready to celebrate 20 years of good food, wine and fun times? Seymour’s Tastes of the Goulburn returns following its four-year hiatus. From 10am to 5pm, head along and check out more than 50 vendors and entertainers. The delightful radio personality Ben Sorensen is set to bring his flamboyant edge and provide plenty of laughs as event MC. For more information visit www.tastesofthegoulburn.org.au
Cost: $35 entry
Location: Station St, Seymour
Neffy’s Walk — Let’s Talk
Organised by Lifeline, Neffy’s Walk — Let’s Talk suicide prevention event is on at Shepparton’s Victoria Park Lake on Saturday. A powerful memorial candlelight walk will take place at 4pm in memory of loved ones lost to suicide. All welcome to attend, donate or buy a candle with all proceeds going to Lifeline.
Cost: free, all proceeds donated go to Lifeline
Location: Victoria Park Lake, Shepparton
Elvis: Hollywood to Vegas
Shepparton’s Sherbourne Terrace is partnering with Zurcas Entertainment to bring you the ultimate tribute show. For one night only, award-winning Elvis impersonator Peter Triantis will perform his Elvis: Hollywood to Vegas show. With showgirls and a six-piece band, the 7pm show immerses attendees in a performance reminiscent of the legend himself. Book tickets to avoid disappointment (via eventbrite or Sherbourne Terrace). This is a strictly 18+ licensed event. No BYO.
Cost: $65
Location: Sherbourne Terrace, Shepparton
SUNDAY
Spiritual Expo 2023
A day of transcendence and mystical allure awaits attendees of the 2023 Spiritual Expo. From 10am to 4pm, Rushworth shire hall will host tarot readers, psychic mediums, red horse healings and more. Candles and crystals will be available to buy, plus some lucky winners will leave with some door prizes.
Cost: $5 cash entry, children under 12 free
Location: Rushworth shire hall
Eid al-Fitr Celebration Eid Mubarak
A lunchtime special is coming to St Paul’s African House on Sunday in celebration of Eid, the three-day religious holiday to mark the end of Ramadan for Muslims worldwide. All welcome to join the fun, friendly afternoon meeting others. Be entertained with cultural music and dance, have a bite of some halal food, experience the art of henna and more. Bookings are required. To book, visit www.eventbrite.com.au/e/2023-eid-al-fitr-celebration-eid-mubarak-tickets-619585445747
Cost: free, gold coin donation appreciated
Location: St Paul’s African House, Shepparton