It’s International Women’s Day and there are gatherings all across the Shoalhaven this weekend and throughout the month to reflect on the lives of women from all corners of our world. I am on my way to take part in a panel discussion and morning tea organised by Vincentia Matters, with two esteemed local women, Dr Pia Winberg from PhycoHealth and Diana Lorentz from the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum. I am honoured to be invited to speak alongside two such distinguished women and I acknowledge the enormous contributions they make to our community here in Jervis Bay, as well as to their respective fields of expertise.
Vincentia Golf Club
For updates on the future of the Club, and information on how to add your support, there is a new website, https://www.jbcsc.com.au/
Sign up for emails, and follow the new options being proposed to preserve an important community asset in Vincentia.
Live Music This Weekend
Kiama Jazz & Blues Festival is on this weekend, starting tonight Friday 7 March with lots of “free stuff” on around the seaside town and wrist bands are still available online or at the Festival Hub at the Uniting Church Kiama on the corner of Manning and Bong Bong Streets.
Cambewarra Estate in Bangalee will feature music by Cassy Rae from 12.30pm onSaturday 8 March. Enjoy lunch in the restaurant or outside looking across the vineyards and pop into their new community art gallery while you’re there. Book a table online or walk-in on the day.
Jervis Bay Brewing Co smooths out the weekend with Sunday Sessions featuring Jeremy Butterworth from 4pm, in the beer garden.
Shoalhaven Heads Hotel is a lovely drive north of Jervis Bay and this Sunday from 1pm till 4pm features the soul-stirring acoustic folk of Dan Challis. His lyrically-driven storytelling and troubadour spirit bring songs of life, love, and the road. Perfect with a pub lunch.
New Bundanon Exhibition
This weekend is the opening of a new exhibition at the Bundanon Art Museum, Thinking together: Exchanges with the natural world with Creative Play for all ages, a Big Jam led by Marley Rooney – bring your instrument and join in, a live set by Filipino and Murrawarri musician DOBBY, divination card readings with Caitlin Franzmann, keynote address by Cudgenburra/Bundjalung man Clarence Slockee (Gardening Australia) artist talks and more. The Mirritya Mundya food truck will be serving delicious First Nations eats alongside Ramox Cafe and a pop-up bar. Find the full program and info about opening times and tickets online.
Autumn Pizza
What better way to usher in the autumn night skies than with a Sunday afternoon pizza session at Martins Ridge Farm. Unwind with friends, enjoy delicious food, and take in the stunning sunsets over the farm. Start with a charcuterie board featuring sustainably farmed pork and beef, followed by wood-fired pizzas straight from the oven, made to order. This Sunday 9 March and one more on Sunday 23 March it’s the perfect opportunity to gather friends and family and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon on the deck. Jervis Bay is an easy drive 40 min to the farm. They are a fully licensed venue, you will find regional beers & wines, cocktails & soft drinks. This is a ticketed event, $65pp, fully licensed. Kids are welcome but must be supervised at all times, as this is a working farm, kids 6-12, $25 (payable on the evening.
Become a Habitat for Wildlife
Join a community discussion led by Treading Lightly at the Jervis Bay Brewing Co to find out how to transform your backyard into a Habitat for Wildlife. This free event starts at 6.30pm on Wednesday 12 March. Find out how to be a part of connecting backyards with vital wildlife habitats, creating essential wildlife corridors that allow species, including birds, to move freely and safely between areas. The Habitat for Wildlife program encourages homeowners, garden enthusiasts, and community members to transform their gardens and neighbourhoods into vibrant sanctuaries for wildlife.
Seniors Morning Tea
Join a special Seniors Festival week morning tea at the Vincentia Matters Hub at the Burton Street Shopping Village, on Thursday 13 March from 10am, to meet others from our community and hear a talk on ‘Navigating Life Transitions in Later Life’. RSVP for this free event via email to bookingsVCCH@gmail.com.
Plan Ahead
St Patrick’s Day Session
Enjoy a community jam session of Irish music from 12pm at Jervis Bay Brewing Co on Sunday 16 March, the eve of St Patrick’s Day, all instruments welcome. Wear something green and learn tunes by ear or ask for sheet music on the day. Stay for a lazy Sunday afternoon listening to singer-songwriter Bobbie Martin singing country, soul and folk songs by her favourite artists, from 4pm.
Author Talk
Boobook on Owen is hosting an author talk with Australian Deb Oswald, on Tuesday 18 March at 5.30pm, $15. Deb, the author of the highly successful novel, The Family Doctor, will share the story of her new book, One Hundred Years of Betty. Tickets online or in-store.
Blak Market Huskisson
Huskisson will host a second Blak Market on Sunday 20 April in White Sands Park, with 20 stalls from First Nations artists and artisans, food and beverage producers, fashion designers, entertainers and storytellers, from 9am till 2pm. There will be a welcome to country at 9.30am and several performances throughout the event, including the dance troupe from Djirirba Waagura.
