Arts and Culture across the Shire February 2013
Aboriginal Tharawal Local Aboriginal Land Council Operates the Culture Centre at Couridjah and Gibber Gunyah Centre at Picton. An annual Art Exhibition is held for local and regional Aboriginal artists. Contact 4677 0675 reception@tharawal.com.au www.tharawal.com.au Education Macarthur Community College A wide range of general, leisure and vocational courses held at locations across SW Sydney including Campbelltown Performing Arts High School and Picton High School (Belly dancing). Term calendars and details available at Picton library or on line. Contact 9826 6455 Wollondilly P.S. Performing Arts Festival Conducted each year in August at the Picton High School with primary schools across the Shire showcasing the talents of local school children. Contact 4684 1377 www.macarthurcc.com.au Campbelltown TAFE Art School Campbelltown Art School is a modern, purpose built facility for training in painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, graphic design and digital media. It has its own Exhibition Gallery and artists-in-residence program. Graphic Arts and Digital Media students utilise state-of-the-art computing facilities in their training. Contact 4620 1700 www.tafensw.edu.au lee-anne.langbien@det.nsw.edu.au General STARTS - Southern Tablelands Arts Works in partnership with Council to provide a range of services to individuals and organisations. Membership can provide artists access to very affordable public liability insurance, funding assistance and project support. Contact 4821 7028 elizabethbrown@starts.com.au www.starts.com.au Community Links Wollondilly Supports and assists local community groups with auspice arrangements. Holds regular events school holiday activities and workshops involving arts, craft, music and cultural activities. Contact 4683 2776 susan@communitylinks.org.au www.communitylinks.org.au 2
The Cultural Advisory Group was established by Council in August 2010 following the adoption of the Wollondilly Culture Plan. The Plan was developed with the community to establish strategies to grow and develop the local cultural infrastructure, activities and opportunities for active participation in artistic pursuits within the Shire. The Advisory Group meets every second month and is facilitated by Council s Community Project Officer- Community Development, providing Council with advice on cultural development activities, policy, and assisting staff in the implementation and monitoring of the Cultural Plan. It has become a focal point for effective communication between arts and cultural groups and services across the Shire, helping to raise the profile of the opportunities available locally. The Advisory Group is open to any Wollondilly resident or person working within the Shire who is interested in advancing cultural development. If you are interested in finding out more about the Cultural Advisory Group please contact the CPO at Council - see back page for details. Literature Fellowship of Australian Writers Wollondilly Writers and Poets group meeting 2nd Sunday of every month 1 pm at the Tahmoor Community Centre. Contact 0409 177 369 wollondillybranch.faw@gmail.com Wollondilly Library & Information Service Providing a range of services, information and activities through the Picton Library and the Mobile Library that visits villages throughout the Shire. Access to computer room plus regular school holiday activities and storytelling. Chess Club meets here. Contact 4677 8300 library@wollondilly.nsw.gov.au www.library.wollondilly.nsw.gov.au 3
Music Classics at Picton Regular concerts of classical music by various well know musicians and local young people at the Wollondilly Shire Hall Menangle St Picton. Also conduct workshops and master classes. Contact 4677 1331 Picton Strings Youth orchestra for students of violin, viola, cello and double bass performing in local concerts and events. Supported by the Australian Chamber Orchestra. Contact 0423 177 015 ksp79683@mac.com www.pictonstrings.org Wollondilly Country Music Club Enjoy playing and listening to country music. Meet every Thursday 7.00 pm at the Picton Bowling Club. Stages regular shows and an annual Country Music Stampede. Contact 0421 010 868 glover1@bigpond.com.au Camden Community Band Community based concert band catering for all ages and levels of ability. Classes and opportunities to play at local events. Contact 0409 985 902 rich1950@exemail.com.au www.camdencommunityband.com.au margjohnlist@bigpond.com Wollondilly Youth Concert and Stage Band Opportunity for local students to play in a large band. Group meets on Thursdays 4 pm at the Tahmoor Community Centre. Bring your own instrument and stand, if possible. Contact 0422 067 888 Artscope Music and Management Music tuition, audio production and creative consultants based at The Oaks. Contact 4657 2863 www.artscopemusic.com.au artscope@artscopemusic.com.au Tahmoor Recording Studios - the Boom Room A semi-professional recording studio where solo artists, bands, musicians and performers can jam and record their art. Managed by UnitingCare Burnside and is located within the Tahmoor Community Centre complex. Fees and charges apply along with an application process. Contact 4683 6300 shiscock@burnside.com.au Picton Music and Harvest Festival Conducted over two days in the centre of Picton in May 2013. Music performances, busking and markets. Contact 0414 467 717 4
Heritage and Museums Wollondilly Heritage Centre & Museum Collects, researches and interprets the material, culture and local history of the Wollondilly Shire and Burragorang Valley. Located at 43 Edward St The Oaks it is open 10am to 4pm weekends and public holidays with schools and coach tours on other days by appointment. Contact 4657 1796 tohs1988@bigpond.net.au www.oaksheritagecentre.com Picton District Historical and Family History Society Research your family history and the heritage of Picton district in the rooms at the Picton Library Menangle St Picton. Open every Thursday 10 am to 3 pm and on 2nd and 4th Saturdays 10 am to 12 noon. View History Pic s through the Library s website Contact 4684 2179 Appin Historical Society Learn about the history of the area by visiting the History Room at the Appin Shopping Centre in Appin Rd Appin. Take a walk around the historical village of Appin. School and coach tours by appointment Contact 0417 485 037 rayslee@appin200.com.au www.appin200.com.au Trainworks Australia s largest collection of rail rolling stock, with interactive activities, children s playground, picnic area, and a heritage train ride every Sunday at Barbour Rd Thirlmere. Steam Festival held in March each year. Contact 4681 8001 info@trainworks.com.au www.trainworks.com.au Craft Crafty Ladies A range of crafts undertaken. Meet monthly at the Tahmoor Public School. Contact 0408 809 250 Sew and Craft Meet Tuesdays from 9 am to 12 noon at the Warragamba Silverdale Neighbourhood Centre Contact 4774 1273 community@wsnc.org.au www.wsnc.org.au Stonequarry Quilters Every Tuesday 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm in the Tahmoor Community Centre Harper Pl Tahmoor Contact 0408 664 019 Picton Crochet and Knitting Group Meet Wednesdays 10.30 am to 12 noon Picton Bowling Club Remembrance Dr Picton. Contact person 0404 799 509 Macarthur Spinners and Weavers Meet 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month Camden CWA rooms behind Coles at Camden. Contact 9606 5619 Tahmoor Fibre Group A very sociable group that spins, weaves, knits, crochets, and felts with all types of fibres. Meet every 2nd Tuesday 11.15 am to 3 pm Tahmoor Uniting Church Thirlmere Way Tahmoor. Contact 468402086 or 0438 423 168 dido@exemail.com.au Picton AH&I Society Conduct the Picton Show every October with craft and art displays and exhibitions. Victoria Park and AH&I Hall Menangle St Picton. Contact 4677 2485 www.pictonshow.com.au 5
Visual Arts Wollondilly Arts Group Artist and crafts people of all age groups,backgrounds and talents working in various mediums. Creative Get Togethers each month at the Thirlmere Scout Hall. Group conducts an Annual Arts Exhibition along with displays at the Old Thirlmere PO and local cafes. Contact 4681 8579 dcre8ive@bigpond.net.au www.wollondillyartsgroup.com.au Warragamba Silverdale Art Group - the Dam Artists Local artist meeting every Tuesday 10 am to 1 pm (except school holidays) in the Wigwam Hall Weir Rd. Warragamba. Also hold regular art exhibitions during the year and an Art Competition for young people as part of Damfest in October. Contact 0410 784 412 Art Classes Painting, printmaking drawing and more at the Tahmoor Community Centre. Regular school holiday activities. Contact 0405 193 327 mel.wheeler@gmail.com Appin Art Workshops by Holly Gay Contact 4631 1639 Macarthur Art Group Meetings held on the 2nd Tuesday and Sketch Club on the last Saturday each month, Annual exhibitions of member s work, regular workshops and demonstrations by well-known artists. Contact 4634 1365 or 4677 0008 gurneys1@tpg.com.au Campbelltown Arts Centre The South West Sydney region s major cultural venue with art galleries, performance spaces, gardens and café. Conduct school holiday activities and term programs for everyone. Contact 4645 41000 artscentre@campbelltown.nsw.gov.au www.campbelltown.nsw.gov.au/campbelltownartscentre Theatre and Films Picton Theatre Group Present amateur theatre of high quality at a reasonable price for the whole community to enjoy. Three productions a year at the Wollondilly Shire Hall. Always looking for new members for roles on stage or behind the scenes. Costumes are available for hire. Regular screenings of Film Classics at the Bargo Sports Club. Contact 0409 924 352 info@pictontheatre.org.au www.pictontheatre.org.au S.T.A.D.S Sarah s Theatre And Drama Skills and The Youth Initiative. Classes in drama, dance, singing/choir, filmmaking and productions for young people in the Picton Masonic Hall and Wollondilly Shire Hall. Contact 0415 995 225 s.t.a.d.s@bigpond.com www.s-t-a-d-s.com 6
Singing Picton Harmony Vocal Ensemble Need an outlet for your singing skills? A group of ladies who sing a wide variety of music in lovely harmony. Join us at rehearsals every Wednesday 7.30 to 9.30pm at the Uniting Church Hall Lumsdaine St Picton. Contact 4680 8009 russmarionbott@bigpond.com The Care Free Singers - the Carers and Community Choir Fun and enjoyment whilst joining other carers and friends to sing. Meet the 2nd and 4th Friday of ever month 10.30 am to 12.30 pm at the Tahmoor Community Centre Contact 4683 2776 Thirlmere Estonian Society Koit Choir of local Estonian residents singing traditional songs from their homeland. Contact 4681 9494 susan@communitylinks.org.au www.communitylinks.org.au Macarthur Singers Community choir that welcomes all - no audition required just a love of singing. Performs a range of styles with rehearsals every Tuesdays 7.30pm at the Carrington Day Centre Werombi Rd Camden. Contact 4658 0027 info@macarthursingers.org www.macarthursingers.org Dance Line Dancing Every Tuesday night 7.00 to 9.00pm Picton Bowling Club Contact 4657 1113 Every Thursday 10 am at Warragamba Neighbourhood Centre Contact 4774 1273 community@wsnc.org.au Burns Physical Culture Classes for girls and ladies in gentle exercise performed to music. St Anthony s School Hall Picton St Picton. Contact 0404 044 298 l.vidler@bigpond.net.au www.burnsassociationphysicalculture.com.au Scottish Dancing Wednesday mornings 11 am to 12 noon Picton Bowling Club Contact person 4657 1268 Sth Highland Theatre School of Dance Picton and Buxton Quality dance training in a happy & caring atmosphere. Educational and recreational classes or for exams & competitions. Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Tap, Hip Hop, Spanish, & Drama. Contact 4889 9294 or 0407 935 234 margaret@mbcomp.com.au 7
Markets Creative Traders Picton Held the 1st Sunday of the month 9am to 2pm at the Wollondilly Shire Hall. Contact 4623 4449 markets@ctmw.com.au www.ctmw.com.au Creative Traders Warragamba Held the 2nd Sunday of the month at the Warragamba Town Hall and Civic Park Contact 4774 1273 community@wsnc.org.au www.wsnc.org.au Bronzewing Markets 2nd Saturday of the month 8.30am to 1.30pm Tahmoor Uniting Church Thirlmere Way Tahmoor This publication is an initiative of the: Wollondilly Cultural Advisory Group Wollondilly Shire Council www.wollondilly.nsw.gov.au Community Links Wollondilly www.communitylinks.org.au For details on all local community services and groups please go to Council s website and search on the Community Directory. For information on community events and local attractions visit the Wollondilly Visitors Information Centre located in the heart of Picton or on www.visitwollondilly.com.au If you wish to add your group or venue to this listing please contact Wollondilly Shire Council 4677 8261 or Council@wollondilly.nsw.gov.au 8