Events
July & August, Wednesday to Sunday
Come and discover Canberra's best-kept secret, Strathnairn Arts and its wonderful exhibitions. There are three exhibitions this month.
Gallery 1; Different Strokes - Our Environment
A group exhibition featuring recent work by members of Different Strokes, who meet at the Village Hall at Strathnairn Arts each Wednesday.
17 July to 11 August, 2024
Gallery 2; Sophia Childs - Sutured surfaces
Recent Honours graduate from the ANU School of Art and Design Sophia Childs uses machine-stitching recycled and reclaimed textiles to form textured, lively surfaces that she then layer with acrylic paint.
17 July to 11 August, 2024
Woolshed Gallery: Nancey Tingey - Over Time
Featuring highlights from Nancy Tingey’s 60-year career as a practising artist.
13 July to 11 August, 2024
Please note; the Woolshed Gallery is open Wednesday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm & Saturday and Sunday, 11 am to 2 pm
Coming Soon
Gallery 1: Charani Ranasinghe - Tiny Twist of Nature
14 August to 15 September, 2024
In her first solo exhibition, printmaker Charani Ranasinghe explores the beautiful and quirky world of Australian native seeds and pods using a variety of printmaking techniques.
Gallery 1: Heidi Strachan
Exploring the junction between painting and ceramics, informed by the landscape of Canberra and the South Coast.
18 September to 13 October, 2024
Gallery 1; Different Strokes - Our Environment
A group exhibition featuring recent work by members of Different Strokes, who meet at the Village Hall at Strathnairn Arts each Wednesday.
17 July to 11 August, 2024
Gallery 2; Sophia Childs - Sutured surfaces
Recent Honours graduate from the ANU School of Art and Design Sophia Childs uses machine-stitching recycled and reclaimed textiles to form textured, lively surfaces that she then layer with acrylic paint.
17 July to 11 August, 2024
Woolshed Gallery: Nancey Tingey - Over Time
Featuring highlights from Nancy Tingey’s 60-year career as a practising artist.
13 July to 11 August, 2024
Please note; the Woolshed Gallery is open Wednesday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm & Saturday and Sunday, 11 am to 2 pm
Coming Soon
Gallery 1: Charani Ranasinghe - Tiny Twist of Nature
14 August to 15 September, 2024
In her first solo exhibition, printmaker Charani Ranasinghe explores the beautiful and quirky world of Australian native seeds and pods using a variety of printmaking techniques.
Gallery 1: Heidi Strachan
Exploring the junction between painting and ceramics, informed by the landscape of Canberra and the South Coast.
18 September to 13 October, 2024
Last Friday every month
Next one: July 26 5:30 - 9pm
Next one: July 26 5:30 - 9pm
Queer Food is a new sustainable catering company and food retailer run by Trans* and Queer* People.
Queer Wine Night run by Queer Food.
5:30pm until 10pm.
Chroma Wines take over of the July Beers for Queers!
Chroma is run by Leslie, a local Queer* wine producer in Canberra, who will be giving a presentation on the wines at the event prior to this month's performers!
Food this month will be pizzas.
There will be a variety on offer to match the selection of wine available on the night.
Each serve will include a whole pizza at $16 each.
All food will be vegetarian, with vegan and gluten free options available.
MC: MadB
6:30pm - Wine Presentation by Leslie from Chroma Wines
7pm - Performances by Baby Drag Queens and Kings of Canberra!
$5 Entry
Queer Wine Night run by Queer Food.
5:30pm until 10pm.
Chroma Wines take over of the July Beers for Queers!
Chroma is run by Leslie, a local Queer* wine producer in Canberra, who will be giving a presentation on the wines at the event prior to this month's performers!
Food this month will be pizzas.
There will be a variety on offer to match the selection of wine available on the night.
Each serve will include a whole pizza at $16 each.
All food will be vegetarian, with vegan and gluten free options available.
MC: MadB
6:30pm - Wine Presentation by Leslie from Chroma Wines
7pm - Performances by Baby Drag Queens and Kings of Canberra!
$5 Entry
Collaboration with Her Kitchen Table
Sunday 4 August
Sunday 4 August
For the first time ever, we’re opening our doors after dark for a beautiful and intimate three-course sit-down meal. Join us for a delicious evening of empowerment, stories, and new connections.
Ginninderry Conservation Trust welcomes you to the Corridor Walk
A new collection of walking tracks was officially opened in May 2024, with the construction of further tracks completed by the end of 2024. An additional 10km of walking tracks will complement the existing 3.4km Strathnairn to Shepherds track.
Fortnightly on Sundays 2.30pm–4pm
Next one: 21 July 2024
Next one: 21 July 2024
Join us every fortnight for a free afternoon of creativity and community at our Strathnairn cafe. Our Crafternoon sessions are the perfect escape into the world of arts and crafts. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a curious beginner, this event is for you!
Fortnightly on Sundays 2pm–4pm
Next one: 28 July 2024
Next one: 28 July 2024
Unlike traditional book clubs, there's no assigned reading or discussion, just a peaceful space to read your book among fellow book lovers. Bring your current read, order your favourite beverage, and enjoy some uninterrupted reading time.
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