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March 2010
April 2010
May 2010
June 2010
July 2010
August 2010
September 2010
October 2010
November 2010
December 2010

March 2010

 
LEAPS:
7 March -- 14 March -- 21 March -- 28 March
1 March Mon Full Moon (Plenilune).
1 March Mon SCIENCE ISSUES CAFE - Imogen Jubb on Communicating Climate Science in a politicised environment.

SCIENCE ISSUES CAFE is a monthly discussion group in North Carlton (Melbourne, Australia) which allows lay people to get together and hear about the latest research or discuss the big issues in science today.

WHERE: Princes Hill Community Centre (rear 270 MacPherson Street, North Carlton) from 7:30PM.

DONATION: $5-$10.

To find out more email kh@netspace.net.au or visit http://scienceissues.net/
4 March Thu
WENDY RULE AND MIKELANGELO

THURSDAY MARCH 4th.

At the WESLEY ANNE, 250 High Street, Northcote, Melbourne.

Tickets at the door $15.
5 March Fri MELBOURNE SCIENCE FICTION CLUB meet at St. David's United Church Hall, 74 Melville Road, Brunswick West from 8PM.

Food and Quiz Night:
Hot dogs. Simple. Edible.

Doors open 8.00pm.
Quiz starts 9.00pm.

COSTS:

  • Food: $6.00 Members, $9.50 Visitors.
  • Trivia: $3.00 Members, $6.00 Visitors.
  • Food and Trivia: $8.00 Members, $11.00 Visitors.

The quiz is Five rounds, of 10 questions, one of these rounds is normally a handout round, of visual questions.

Socialising and use of the library: FREE!

For more information visit:
http://msfc.sf.org.au/
5-8 March Fri to Mon MOOMBA FESTIVAL
Find out more here:
http://www.thatsmelbourne.com.au/Whatson/moomba/Pages/Moomba.aspx
6 March Sat MELBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet at The Old Colonial Inn, 127 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, from 2PM to 5PM.
8 March Mon Moon - Last Quarter.
12 March Fri MELBOURNE SCIENCE FICTION CLUB meet at St. David's United Church Hall, 74 Melville Road, Brunswick West from 8PM.

Robot Vs World.
Robot vs World is a narrative based comedy show starring a two and a half metre Optimus Prime, Astro Boy, and the most demented Dalek in the world. Old-style robots have become obsolete so to keep themselves going they start a detective agency and solve crime. It's a great show (previous incarnation at the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2009) created by Scott Pollard and written by Richard McKenzie. The cast is full of comedians, actresses and puppeteers.

Come along and join us! Richard and Scott's previous MSFC appearances were among the highlights of those years. If you've seen 'em in action before, come along and enjoy. To the first-timers, it's another treat in store!

Disclaimer: in the best tradition of their comedy, I really don't know what to expect on the night. And, one suspects, neither do the Robot vs World team!

For more information visit:
http://msfc.sf.org.au/
12-14 March Fri to Sun The Rise of Atheism
A presentation of the Atheist Foundation of Australia Inc and Atheist Alliance International.
The 2010 Global Atheist Convention
Melbourne, Australia.

12-14 March at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (Convention Centre Place, South Wharf VIC 3006.)

Presenters will include: Richard Dawkins, Catherine Deveny, Phillip Adams, Taslima Nasrin, Peter Singer, PZ Myers, Dan Barker, Stuart Bechman, Sue-Ann Post, Kylie Sturgess, John Perkins, Tamas Pataki, Max Wallace, Russell Blackford, Ian Robinson, AC Grayling, Robyn Williams, Simon Taylor, NonStampCollector and Craig Reucassel and Julian Morrow (The Chaser). In addition, a panel of women chaired by Maggie Millar will feature Lyn Allison, Tanya Levin, Leslie Cannold and Jane Caro.

Ticket Type Price Fee
Full Weekend Pass $260 $7.75
Full Weekend Pass (Concession) $210 $6.50
Sunday-Only Pass $150 $5.00
Sunday-Only Pass (Concession) $110 $4.00
Saturday Night Dinner Pass $100 $3.75

More information:
http://www.atheistconvention.org.au/

12-27 March Fri to Sat BEAUMARIS THEATRE INC. presents "A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE."
http://www.beaumaristheatre.com.au/
16 March Tue New Moon.
19 March - 17 April Fri to Sat ALTONA CITY THEATRE proudly presents...Sinbad - It's Like Aladdin ... With Pirates!

Co-Directed by Patt Ryan and Mick "Della" Delaney.
Musically Directed by Jessica Condon.
Co-Choreographed by Patt Ryan & Stephanie Johns.
Produced by Elise Elmer.

ON SALE TODAY! ALL TICKETS ONLY $7!
Click Here to Book Online

Friday, 19th March, 7:30pm
Saturday, 20th March, 2pm (Auslan Interpreted)
Saturday, 20th March, 7:30pm
Sunday, 21st March, 2pm
Friday, 26th March, 7:30pm
Saturday, 27th March, 2pm
Saturday, 27th March, 7:30pm
Sunday, 28th March, 2pm
Friday, 9th April, 7:30pm
Saturday, 10th April, 2pm
Saturday, 10th April, 7:30pm
Sunday, 11th April, 2pm
Friday, 16th April, 7:30pm
Saturday, 17th April, 2pm
Saturday, 17th April, 7:30pm

Sinbad is the people's hero, but the time has come for him to prove that while he can talk the talk, he can also walk the walk. With the hand of his true love, Princess Shaheen, as his motivation, Sinbad assembles his crew, Abu, Mustapha and Auntie Frank to once again battle the elements and the creatures of strange places.

With endless miles, and magical spells ahead of them, what will happen to Sinbad and his crew? Will he return home successful and marry Shaheen, or will Al Capone, the local gangster and all round bad guy thwart Sinbad's plans and marry the Princess himself? One thing is guaranteed though; this journey will have you laughing like it's 750AD Persia!

Sinbad is suitable for children and adults of all ages; comprising popular music, dance, and classic comedy. Book fast, as these shows sell out quickly!

To book or for more information, visit us online at: http://www.altonacitytheatre.com.au/ or call our booking line on 0425 705 550.
20 March Sat

Triocon 2010

TRIOCON 2010.
Melbourne State Library, March 20.
Dominic Keating - Star Trek Enterprise.
Paul McGann - Doctor Who.
Kane Hodder - Friday the 13th.

For more information visit:
http://www.firstcontactconventions.com.au/Triocon%20Melbourne.htm

21 March Sun Mabon (Southern Hemisphere).
Autumnal Equinox.
23 March Tue Moon - First Quarter.
24 March to 18 April Wed to Sun MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL
An annual event, the Melbourne International Comedy Festival literally takes over Australia's comedy capital, Melbourne, each autumn with an enormous program of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performance, film, television, radio and visual arts.

The Festival was launched in 1987 by Barry Humphries and Peter Cook. Twenty-three Festivals later, with attendances of over 450,000, it has grown to be Australia's largest ticketed cultural event. With an average ticket price of just $24, the Comedy Festival is not only a hugely popular event but also an extremely accessible one. When the Melbourne Town Hall precinct is converted into a giant comedy hub, there is something for every comedy lover, from the very best Australian and International comedy acts in venues of all shapes and sizes.

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival aims to:

  • Showcase and celebrate the best of Australia's comic artists.
  • Nurture and develop new comic performers and comedy works.
  • Present the finest overseas comedians to Australian audiences.
More details available at:
http://www.comedyfestival.com.au/2010/season/
28 March Sun CRANBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet in the Café Section of Kelly's Hotel (corner of High and Childers Streets, Cranbourne) from 2PM.
29 March - 1 April Tue to Thu BATS THEATRE COMPANY presents "CINDERELLA."
http://www.batstheatre.org.au/
30 March Tue Full Moon.

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April 2010

 
LEAPS:
7 April -- 14 April -- 21 April -- 28 April
1-18 April Thu to Sun MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL continues....
An annual event, the Melbourne International Comedy Festival literally takes over Australia's comedy capital, Melbourne, each autumn with an enormous program of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performance, film, television, radio and visual arts.

The Festival was launched in 1987 by Barry Humphries and Peter Cook. Twenty-three Festivals later, with attendances of over 450,000, it has grown to be Australia's largest ticketed cultural event. With an average ticket price of just $24, the Comedy Festival is not only a hugely popular event but also an extremely accessible one. When the Melbourne Town Hall precinct is converted into a giant comedy hub, there is something for every comedy lover, from the very best Australian and International comedy acts in venues of all shapes and sizes.

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival aims to:

  • Showcase and celebrate the best of Australia's comic artists.
  • Nurture and develop new comic performers and comedy works.
  • Present the finest overseas comedians to Australian audiences.
More details available at:
http://www.comedyfestival.com.au/2010/season/
3 April Sat MELBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet at The Old Colonial Inn, 127 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, from 2PM to 5PM.
5 April Mon SCIENCE ISSUES CAFE - Dr Ramesh Baht on Pulsars.

SCIENCE ISSUES CAFE is a monthly discussion group in North Carlton (Melbourne, Australia) which allows lay people to get together and hear about the latest research or discuss the big issues in science today.

WHERE: Princes Hill Community Centre (rear 270 MacPherson Street, North Carlton) from 7:30PM.

DONATION: $5-$10.

To find out more email kh@netspace.net.au or visit http://scienceissues.net/
6 April Tue Moon - Last Quarter.
9-11 April Fri to Sun MARF 2010!
MARF - the Mid-Autumn Recurring Furmeet - is a casual and low-budget furmeet taking place over a weekend in Autumn, open to all furries of all ages, with a focus on socialising and getting to know your fellow furs.

It also fills in the 'Autumn school/university holidays' gap (with RivFur in the Winter, FurJAM in the Spring, and MiDFur in the Summer holidays).

It will ideally take place in a different capital city each year, for new locations and new events. Events will cater for all-ages, and be free or low-cost.

MARF 2010

The inaugural MARF will be held in Melbourne, on the weekend of April 9 - 11. See the schedule for MARF!

If you are attending MARF, please sign up! While most events are free and open, some require accurate numbers to attend, and the more accurate idea we have of numbers the smoother the events will go.

If you are a local fur and would like to volunteer to help out on the Saturday and/or Sunday events, please let us know!

Please remember, this event is open to all, and its goal above all else is to provide an environment to meet new people, catch up with old friends, and have a lot of fun!

See you all in April!

http://marf.thelair.org/
9-17 April Fri to Sat ALTONA CITY THEATRE proudly presents...Sinbad - It's Like Aladdin ... With Pirates!

Co-Directed by Patt Ryan and Mick "Della" Delaney.
Musically Directed by Jessica Condon.
Co-Choreographed by Patt Ryan & Stephanie Johns.
Produced by Elise Elmer.

ON SALE TODAY! ALL TICKETS ONLY $7!
Click Here to Book Online

Friday, 9th April, 7:30pm
Saturday, 10th April, 2pm
Saturday, 10th April, 7:30pm
Sunday, 11th April, 2pm
Friday, 16th April, 7:30pm
Saturday, 17th April, 2pm
Saturday, 17th April, 7:30pm

Sinbad is the people's hero, but the time has come for him to prove that while he can talk the talk, he can also walk the walk. With the hand of his true love, Princess Shaheen, as his motivation, Sinbad assembles his crew, Abu, Mustapha and Auntie Frank to once again battle the elements and the creatures of strange places.

With endless miles, and magical spells ahead of them, what will happen to Sinbad and his crew? Will he return home successful and marry Shaheen, or will Al Capone, the local gangster and all round bad guy thwart Sinbad's plans and marry the Princess himself? One thing is guaranteed though; this journey will have you laughing like it's 750AD Persia!

Sinbad is suitable for children and adults of all ages; comprising popular music, dance, and classic comedy. Book fast, as these shows sell out quickly!

To book or for more information, visit us online at: http://www.altonacitytheatre.com.au/ or call our booking line on 0425 705 550.
14 April Wed New Moon.
22 April Thu Moon - First Quarter.
22 April - 8 May Thu to Sat ELTHAM LITTLE THEATRE presents "QUARTET."
http://www.elthamlittletheatre.org.au/
23 April - 2 May Fri to Sun FRANKSTON THEATRE GROUP presents "ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST."
http://frankstontheatregroup.org.au/
25 April Sun CRANBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet in the Café Section of Kelly's Hotel (corner of High and Childers Streets, Cranbourne) from 2PM.
28 April Wed Full Moon (Plenilune).

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May 2010

 
LEAPS:
7 May -- 14 May -- 21 May -- 28 May
1 May Sat Samhain (Southern Hemisphere).
1 May Sat MELBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet at The Old Colonial Inn, 127 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, from 2PM to 5PM.
6 May Thu Moon - Last Quarter.
14 May Fri New Moon.
21 May Fri Moon - First Quarter.
21 May - 5 June Fri to Sat CLOC MUSICAL THEATRE presents "DUSTY - THE ORIGINAL POP DIVA."
http://www.cloc.org.au/
28 May Fri Full Moon (Plenilune).
28 May - 5 June Fri to Sat BABIRRA MUSIC THEATRE presents "KISMET."
http://www.babirra.org.au/
30 May Sun CRANBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet in the Café Section of Kelly's Hotel (corner of High and Childers Streets, Cranbourne) from 2PM.

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June 2010

 
LEAPS:
7 June -- 14 June -- 21 June -- 28 June
5 June Sat Moon - Last Quarter.
5 June Sat MELBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet at The Old Colonial Inn, 127 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, from 2PM to 5PM.
12 June Sat New Moon.
19 June Sat Moon - First Quarter.
21 June Mon Yule (Southern Hemisphere).
Winter Solstice.
26 June Sat Full Moon (Plenilune).
27 June Sun CRANBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet in the Café Section of Kelly's Hotel (corner of High and Childers Streets, Cranbourne) from 2PM.

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July 2010

 
LEAPS:
7 July -- 14 July -- 21 July -- 28 July
2-18 July Fri to Sun BEAUMARIS THEATRE INC. presents "THE SOUND OF MUSIC."
http://www.beaumaristheatre.com.au/
2-24 July Fri to Sat ALTONA CITY THEATRE present "SINGIN' IN THE RAIN."
http://www.altonacitytheatre.com.au/
3 July Sat MELBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet at The Old Colonial Inn, 127 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, from 2PM to 5PM.
5 July Mon Moon - Last Quarter.
5 July Mon SCIENCE ISSUES CAFE - Dr Phil Hendry from the CSIRO on Extremophile Life.

SCIENCE ISSUES CAFE is a monthly discussion group in North Carlton (Melbourne, Australia) which allows lay people to get together and hear about the latest research or discuss the big issues in science today.

WHERE: Princes Hill Community Centre (rear 270 MacPherson Street, North Carlton) from 7:30PM.

DONATION: $5-$10.

To find out more email kh@netspace.net.au or visit http://scienceissues.net/
9-18 July Fri to Sun ELTHAM LITTLE THEATRE presents "ALICE - THE MUSICAL."
http://www.elthamlittletheatre.org.au/
12 July Mon New Moon.
16-25 July Thu to Sun FRANKSTON THEATRE GROUP presents "YOUNG TURKS."
http://frankstontheatregroup.org.au/
18 July Sun Moon - First Quarter.
23 July to 8 August Fri to Sun 2010 MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

http://www.melbournefilmfestival.com.au/

25 July Sun CRANBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet in the Café Section of Kelly's Hotel (corner of High and Childers Streets, Cranbourne) from 2PM.
26 July Mon Full Moon (Plenilune).

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August 2010

 
LEAPS:
7 August -- 14 August -- 21 August -- 28 August
1 August Sun Imbolc (Southern Hemisphere).
1-8 August Sun to Sun 2010 MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL continues....

http://www.melbournefilmfestival.com.au/

3 August Tue Moon - Last Quarter.
7 August Sat MELBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet at The Old Colonial Inn, 127 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, from 2PM to 5PM.
10 August Tue New Moon.
17 August Tue Moon - First Quarter.
25 August Wed Full Moon (Plenilune).
28 August Sun CRANBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet in the Café Section of Kelly's Hotel (corner of High and Childers Streets, Cranbourne) from 2PM.

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September 2010

 
LEAPS:
7 September -- 14 September -- 21 September -- 28 September
2 September Thu Moon - Last Quarter.
2-6 September Thu to Mon AUSSIECON FOUR - The 68th World Science Fiction Convention.

The 68th World Science Fiction Convention (Worldcon), Aussiecon Four, will be held September 2-6, 2010, in the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, the location selected by the members of Denvention 3 in 2008.

Guests of honour will be Kim Stanley Robinson, Robin Johnson, and Shaun Tan. The co-chairs are Perry Middlemiss and Rose Mitchell.

Prices:
After 1 September 2009 - $A275.
(For International Rates, etc., please visit website.)

http://www.aussiecon4.org.au/
2-18 September Thu to Sat ELTHAM LITTLE THEATRE presents "A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED."
http://www.elthamlittletheatre.org.au/
3-18 September Fri to Sat BEAUMARIS THEATRE INC. presents "THE SHAPE OF THINGS."
http://www.beaumaristheatre.com.au/
4 September Sat MELBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet at The Old Colonial Inn, 127 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, from 2PM to 5PM.
8 September Wed New Moon.
15 September Wed Moon - First Quarter.
23 September Thu Full Moon (Plenilune).
Ostara (Southern Hemisphere).
Spring Equinox.
26 September Sun CRANBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet in the Café Section of Kelly's Hotel (corner of High and Childers Streets, Cranbourne) from 2PM.
30 September - 2 October Thu to Sat ELTHAM LITTLE THEATRE presents "THE TEN MINUTE QUICKIE."
http://www.elthamlittletheatre.org.au/

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October 2010

 
LEAPS:
7 October -- 14 October -- 21 October -- 28 October
1 October Fri Moon - Last Quarter.
2 October Sat MELBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet at The Old Colonial Inn, 127 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, from 2PM to 5PM.
8 October Fri New Moon.
8-16 October Fri to Sat BABIRRA MUSIC THEATRE presents "SWEET CHARITY."
http://www.babirra.org.au/
15 October Fri Moon - First Quarter.
23 October Sat Full Moon (Plenilune).
30 October Sat Moon - Last Quarter.
31 October Sun Beltane (Southern Hemisphere).
31 October Sun CRANBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet in the Café Section of Kelly's Hotel (corner of High and Childers Streets, Cranbourne) from 2PM.

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November 2010

 
LEAPS:
7 November -- 14 November -- 21 November -- 28 November
6 November Sat New Moon.
6 November Sat MELBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet at The Old Colonial Inn, 127 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, from 2PM to 5PM.
11 November - 4 December Thu to Sat ELTHAM LITTLE THEATRE presents "MUSIC HALL: Blush or Gladys of the Goldfields."
http://www.elthamlittletheatre.org.au/
14 November Sun Moon - First Quarter.
19 November - 4 December Fri to Sat BEAUMARIS THEATRE INC. presents "I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE."
http://www.beaumaristheatre.com.au/
19 November - 5 December Fri to Sun FRANKSTON THEATRE GROUP presents "FUNNY MONEY."
http://frankstontheatregroup.org.au/
22 November Mon Full Moon (Plenilune).
28 November Sun CRANBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet in the Café Section of Kelly's Hotel (corner of High and Childers Streets, Cranbourne) from 2PM.
29 November Mon Moon - Last Quarter.

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December 2010

 
LEAPS:
7 December -- 14 December -- 21 December -- 28 December
4 December Sat MELBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet at The Old Colonial Inn, 127 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, from 2PM to 5PM.
6 December Mon New Moon.
13 December Mon Moon - First Quarter.
21 December Tue Full Moon (Plenilune).
22 December Wed Litha (Southern Hemisphere).
Summer Solstice.
26 December Sun CRANBOURNE PAGANS IN THE PUB meet in the Café Section of Kelly's Hotel (corner of High and Childers Streets, Cranbourne) from 2PM.
28 December Tue Moon - Last Quarter.

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