Heating up: Rally the troops for a fast-paced weekend

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Rally together: The Shepparton Lawn Tennis Club’s former and current presidents and club contributors are all set for their 100-year reunion. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Friday

Shepparton Lawn Tennis Club - 100th Easter Tournament Reunion

The Shepparton Lawn Tennis Club is hosting a reunion event prior to its 100th annual Easter tournament, where past and present players and enthusiasts of the game are invited to the club rooms for an evening of entertainment, nostalgia and revelry. During the event, the club will pay tribute to its rich history, and Ray Gale will be playing his tunes, while guests enjoy a serving of gourmet finger food and drinks at bar prices.

When: 5.30pm

Where: Shepparton Lawn Tennis Club, 196 Welsford St, Shepparton

Contact: Shepparton Lawn Tennis Club president Kevin Hicks on 0428 271 270

Pilates, Prosecco & Picnic

Experience an evening filled with joy and wellness, featuring good food, cool moves and great company at Rye at Tallis’ Pilates, Prosecco & Picnic event. Bring your yoga mat and towel for a 75-minute pilates and meditation session guided by Cher Hetherington, suitable for all experience levels, followed by a prosecco spritzer and a delightful picnic dinner to unwind.

When: 6pm to 9pm

Where: Rye at Tallis, 5 Major Plains Rd, Dookie

Cost: $95

Contact: Rye at Tallis on 0437 825 547 or hello@ryeattallis.com.au

The perfect balance: Rye at Tallis is hosting a Pilates, Prosecco & Picnic evening. Photo by Megan Fisher

Movie Night - Happy Feet

Have a great night out, kick back and relax with friends and family to watch Happy Feet. Bring your own chairs, mats, blankets and snacks and enjoy this fun, free, easygoing night.

When: 8pm to 9.30pm

Where: Judd Park, Merrigum

Cost: Free

Contact: Healthy Communities GSCC on 5832 9700

Saturday

GV Wardrobe Weekend

The GV Wardrobe is hosting its monthly wardrobe weekend. With over 2000 items ready to browse, and costing just $10 per item, this is the perfect opportunity to buy second-hand goods. Pre-browse online at www.thegvwardrobe.com/shop

When: 9am to 2pm

Where: 12 North St, Shepparton

Contact: 0432 555 219 or thegvwardrobe@gmail.com

Try and buy: The GV Wardrobe is hosting its monthly wardrobe weekend. Photo by Megan Fisher

HussIn 14th Birthday

HussIn Auto Detailing is turning 14, and inviting everyone down to celebrate with an open day and charity car show this Saturday.

When: 9am to noon

Where: 51-55 Hogan St, Tatura

Cost: Free

Contact: 0437 897 938 or husslnautodetailing@gmail.com

Euroa Cup

Round up the gang and prepare for a great day out at the Annabelle Cleeland Euroa Cup. Enjoy quality country racing all afternoon, live music and lots of fun activities for the kids. You can even grab an Off the Bench Deck Marquee ticket or an Umbrella package. Grab your tickets online here: https://tinyurl.com/424v8yef

When: Gates open noon

Where: Benalla Racecourse, Midland Hwy, Benalla

Cost: General admission $15

Contact: 5762 3821 or benalla@countryracing.com.au

Pick up the pace: Enjoy quality country racing at the Euroa Cup this weekend at the Benalla Racecourse. Photo by David Thorpe/Racing Photos

Movie Night - Ice Age

Bring your own chairs, mats, blankets and snacks, and head to Toolamba to enjoy a free screening of Ice Age with friends, family, or all by yourself.

When: 8pm to 9.30pm

Where: Toolamba Recreation Reserve

Cost: Free

Contact: Healthy Communities GSCC on 5832 9700

CFA State Firefighter Championships

Hundreds of firefighters are once again gearing up to compete in this year’s CFA/VFBV State Firefighter Championships. This weekend is the Senior Urban, Senior Rural and Junior Rural events at Mooroopna Recreation Reserve. Attendees can enjoy food and drink vans, firefighting equipment and training demonstrations, CFA programs and education hubs, award presentations and more.

When: Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24

Where: Mooroopna Recreation Reserve, Midland Hwy, Mooroopna

Cost: Free

Contact: fbmpna@cfa.vic.gov.au

Things are heating up: The next round of CFA firefighting championships are on this weekend at the Mooroopna Recreation Reserve. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Sunday

Kyabram Food Swap

The Kyabram Food Swap is back, and is an excellent opportunity for backyard fruit and vegetable gardeners to swap excess produce and food they don’t grow in their gardens. Bring along your goods, place them on the shared table and meet like-minded people. When you’re ready to leave, simply ‘shop’ from the table of goods left by others.

When: 9.30am

Where: Kyabram Community and Learning Centre, 21-25 Lake Rd, Kyabram

Contact: 0418 441 442 or cherishedinsights@ymail.com

Swap and savour: Connect with fellow gardeners, share your homegrown bounty and ‘shop’ for a variety of fresh goods at the Kyabram Food Swap this weekend. Photo by Contributed

Nagambie Farmers Market

On the fourth Sunday of every month, you can buy some of the best produce from the region at the Nagambie Farmers Market. Enjoy a delicious lunch, shop local from a wide range of fresh produce, and soak up the atmosphere at this community event.

When: 10am to 2pm

Where: Tahbilk Wines, 153 Mulberry Dve, Nagambie

Contact: 0429 023 618 or nagambiefarmersmarket@gmail.com

Fresh finds: Discover fresh produce and the tastes of the region at Nagambie Farmers Market on the fourth Sunday of every month. Photo by Contributed

Shepparton Brass and Wind – In Your Town

Local talents are taking centre stage for a night of musical transcendence. From soul-stirring symphonies to foot-tapping tunes, Shepparton Brass and Wind promises to delight audience members of all ages.

When: 2pm

Where: Murchison Community Centre, 10 Watson St, Murchison

Cost: Gold coin donation (no bookings required)

Contact: Riverlinks box office on 5832 9511

Tom Curtain Tour

Multiple Golden Guitar winner and horseman extraordinaire Tom Curtain is hitting the road with his Why We Live Out Here tour to celebrate the release of his fifth album, Nothin’s Gonna Stop Us. Tom is keen to bring his show to towns and communities often overlooked on the entertainment trail. The entertaining, interactive, family-friendly show will feature the Katherine Outback Experience show of real horse training and working dog demonstrations, as well as live music from Tom Curtain, Chris Matthews and special guests. Grab your tickets online here: https://tinyurl.com/3hsfnfnd

When: 3.30pm to 6.30pm

Where: Nagambie Primary School, 31 Goulburn St, Nagambie

Cost: Adult ticket purchased online $40, or purchased at the door $50

Touring Aus: Tom Curtain has hit the road and is bringing his Why We Live Out Here tour to Nagambie. Photo: Harry Vick

Ecumenical Palm Sunday Service

All are welcome at the Dookie Congregation’s Ecumenical Palm Sunday Service at the Dookie Quarry. Make sure you bring your own chair, rug, coat, food, torch, insect repellent and anything else you may need. It’s a short walk to the quarry if you park at the Dookie recreation ground.

When: 5pm

Where: Dookie Quarry

Cost: Free

Contact: Helen on 0427 389 721