It’s a weird twilight zone between Easter and school holidays this week. However, the Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting heavy rain and possible flooding on the south coast on Friday 5 and Saturday 6 April.
Please heed advice from the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) to have a plan and know what to do in an emergency. Stay up to date with the latest warnings on the Hazards Near Me App and the NSW SES website.
In the event you can leave the house safely, there might be a market, a happy hour, or some live music nearby. Check the socials (links in our story) before you head out for the latest updates from organisers and venues.
If you’re in need of a good read, try these. Do you know the story behind Ethik, the Good Story shop? Read our interview with owner, Nicky Cannon who sources beautiful handicrafts from around the world. Did you get a signed copy of Siobhan O’Brien’s debut novel at the event on Tuesday? We really enjoyed the enlightening conversation between two South Coast novelists, Siobhan and Kell Woods, hosted by Boobook on Owen. Buy their books!
Cancelled
MILTON Saturday’s market schedule is in jeopardy thanks to the severe weather warning, and the good people at the Milton Showgrounds Markets have already cancelled their monthly event. It’s always a tough call but we think they have made the right one.
Possibly Still Happening
TWILIGHT As we publish, the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum haven’t said one way or another regarding their scheduled Twilight Markets for Saturday 6 April from 3pm, so check their socials for any updates on the day.
CULBURRA Sunday’s market schedule is for Culburra Beach Market which is likely to go ahead but again check the socials for updates. If it’s on, head to Fred Evans Lane from 8-1.30pm.
ART TRAIL Currarong’s monthly Art Trail is scheduled for this Saturday 6 April, from 10-2pm. However, check their socials and Hazards Near Me before you drive especially on our regional coastal roads where there is possibility of flooding.
Big Clean UP
Join the clean-up crew organised by Woebegone Freedive tours this Sunday 7 April for a much-needed coastal sweep around Moona Moona Beach post-Easter. Sadly, the expectation is for a lot of the rubbish to be left by holiday-makers over the long weekend. BYO gloves and a bag to collect your garbage finds, after a quick briefing at 10am.
Sunday Sessions around the Coast on 7 April
If we make it to Sunday we will probably all need a bit of refreshment. Here’s a few top choices.
HUSKY Folk duo We Mavericks are bringing their stringed instruments and harmonious voices to the Taproom at Jervis Bay Brewing Co, in the Husky industrial area from 4-7pm. The Martini Club at the Jervis Bay Coffee Co on Owen Street Huskisson is serving up beats with $5 Coronas and $12 cocktails from 2-4, DJ-duo LAB (Laura and Brad) will be on the decks from 3.30pm, and Tapas Del Mar is serving up a special of spicy pork Korean bbq.
ULLADULLA South Coast faves The Castaways are the perfect accompaniment to lunch at Cuppitt’s Estate this Sunday from 12.30pm. Leah Foley and Tom Henry are always on point with their mix of pop, folk, country and blues classics.
MOLLYMOOK Who can resist a rooftop bar at sunset? Especially with acoustic duo Dylan and Jayme setting the vibes, at Bannisters Pavilion Rooftop Bar from 5-8pm.
Artful Tuesdays at Shoalhaven Library Sanctuary Point
The second Tuesday of the month is always a creative day at the Sanctuary Point library from 11-12pm. This month, on Tuesday 9 April, join the casual crafters to make origami from book pages. All materials and guidance provided.
You Spin Me
VINYL SALE Shop the Coal Coast Record Fair at the Jervis Bay Brewing Co in the Husky industrial zone this Saturday 6 April from midday-5pm. All genres will be represented: rock, pop, hip hop, soul, funk, metal, electronic – all here for you to browse with other friendly record collectors. Free and family friendly.
Further afield
WOOL GALORE The Robertson Wool Festival is on this Saturday 6 April in an indoor venue, hosted by the NSW Black & Coloured Sheep Breeders Association. Those who know our ed-in-chief also know she is partial to the fluffy stuff, and the drive up to the Highlands will totally depend on the weather. If you make it there, be amazed at the luxurious super-soft and natural coloured fleeces that our farmers and flocks are producing. At the Robertson School of Arts from 10-2.30pm.
Plan Ahead
CRAFTS MARKET Arts Muster is hosting a special Artisans Market on Sunday 14 April in the Huskisson Community Centre, featuring hand-made arts, crafts, kits and supplies, the launch of their Workshop Program coming up in August, as well as free craft mini-workshops and community craft projects to try on the day, from 10-4pm.
BUSH BANQUET Paperbark Camp has announced an all-star cooking line-up for their 25th anniversary Bush Banquet on Saturday evening 27 April, including John Ralley from Bush River Kitchen and Sarah Knights and Guy Turland. Check out the tastebud-tantalising array of dishes on their social posts and book now because only limited tickets are still available.
FOODIE CELEBRATION Get ready for the ultimate Shoalhaven Food Network Autumn Celebration of Food – the events span May and June, with a special community launch on Thursday 25 April in Nowra’s Harry Sawkins Park (home of the Thursday arvo farmers markets) from 2-7pm. This promises to be a spectacular launch to a foodie season to remember.
FUNNY BUSINESS Melbourne International Comedy Festival tours some great acts around the country and it’s our turn in June. Enjoy two hours of laughs at the Country Club in Sanctuary Point from 5pm on 30 June. Book a table or individual tickets, from $45.
