DEVONPORT Summer Events Guide

Christmas Events 2010NovemberChristmas Light up & DedicationThursday 25 November, 7.00 - 9.00pm Roundhouse Park (Mersey Foreshore). Devonport’s Christmas Light-up is always a special occasion. A great concert of family entertainment is planned with dancers, musicians and Christmas songs, before Santa arrives to light up Devonport with fireworks. Presented by Devonport City Council.

Carols by CandlelightSunday 12 December, 7.00pm (wet weather date Tuesday 14 December) Roundhouse Park, Mersey Foreshore.As darkness falls and candles are lit, savour the magical atmosphere and join in singing the traditional Christmas carols with talented local soloists, the community choir and bands. Presented by Soroptimist International Devonport and the Lions Club of Devonport.

9 Lessons and CarolsSunday 12 December, 7.00pm Waverly Road Church, Don. Christmas reading and carol singing for the whole family.Everyone welcome. Barbara Muir 6424 5689.

Devonport Apex Christmas ParadeThursday 16 December, 7.00pm (wet weather date Tuesday 21 December) Devonport CBDThis year’s traditional Christmas Parade will be loads of fun with music and a wide variety of floats. The Parade will begin at the old Motor’s site, Parker Street. Enter your float in the Best Float Competitions; prizes awarded after the parade. Entry forms available from Devonport City Council. Sponsored by Devonport City Council, SeaFM, CMax & Treloar Transport. Contact Roslyn Kingston 6427 9859 or 0407 356 933.

Breakfast in the ParkFriday 24 December, 7.00-9.00am Mersey Foreshore, Devonport.Set the mood for a great Christmas weekend with workmates and friends. Bring food and utensils to Roundhouse Park opposite the Oldaker Street roundabout. Find a spot around the tables, use the barbecue & toasters provided or take it easy and purchase a breakfast cooked for you. Presented and catered for by Rotary Club of Devonport North. For more information call John Phillips on 0417 010 063.

Devonport Christmas CarnivalWed 29 & Thurs 30 December Devonport Oval.An athletics event that showcases the best of our track and cycling talents over 2 days with an action packed program. Sponsored by Sport and Recreation Tasmania, Fairbrother, Basslink, Health Care Insurance, Southern Cross television, Synectic and SeaFM.

After Christmas Summer FunJanuaryDevonport CupWednesday 5 January 11.30am-6pm Spreyton Racecourse.Put this date on your calendar. The Biggest Race Day on the Coast. Make sure that you don’t miss out on all the fun and excitement. For more information, call Phil Swinton on 6427 2070.

Mersey Yacht Club Fishing CompetitionSaturday 8 January, 10am-12.30pm Junior section at Eastern Shore between Mersey Yacht Club and Victoria Bridge.All junior entries will receive a prize at the Mersey Yacht Club foreshore at 12.30pm. Volunteers and expert fishermen will be on hand for assistance and advice. Register at The Boat Shack, Wharf Access Road 6423 1676.

Saturday 8 January, 5.30am-2pm Senior section Off-shore starting at the Mersey Yacht Club.Weigh in at 2.00pm. Register at Mountain Designs 6424 8699.

Devonport TriathlonSat 15 & Sun 16 January 2011.Saturday morning, the Trikids will be in action, so come along and support the kids while they have a go at this great sport. Why not volunteer and help the kids in transition and become part of the atmosphere that makes the Devonport Triathlon such a great event. Sunday, the best age group athletes in the country will be vying for spots in the Australian Age Group team heading off to the ITU World Age Group Championships in Beijing, China later in the year. The afternoon will see the elite hit the streets of Devonport. It’s a sprint distance race on a super-fast and super challenging course. Come along and see the world’s best, once again tackle the Devonport Triathlon. Go to www.devonporttriathlon.comau for more information.

Classical Meets Jazz @ the ArboretumSunday February 20 Tasmanian Arboretum, Eugenana.Hear your favourite classical sounds, then move on to jazz in the afternoon. Bring a picnic or a BBQ lunch and relax to music under the trees in this stunning environment. Presented by Devonport City Council

MarchDevonport Food and Wine Festival 1-31 March 2011Various LocationsA full calendar of cooking demonstrations, themed cooking in restaurants and challenges to showcase great local produce.For more information, contact Tracey Bruce on 64240511and keep up to date on www.devonport.tas.gov.au

Devonport Apex RegattaSunday 6 March at 9am-5pm Mersey Foreshore.Spend a day on the Mersey and enjoy waterskiing, powerboat racing, trans-Mersey swim, chopping carnival and side shows. Presented by the Devonport Regatta Committee. Contact Sophie 0410025428.

Taste The HarvestSunday 13 March at 11am-7.30pm Mersey Foreshore.Sample delicious food and wine from the North West region. Great live entertainment, children’s activities, agricultural displays and cooking demonstrations. Presented by the Lions Club of Devonport and Devonport City Council. www.tastetheharvest.org

Run DevonportSunday 20 March 10km, 5km, 2.5km and 1km fun runs. Got to www.rundevonport.com.au.

Devonport Motor Show Sunday 27 March at 8am-3pm Roundhouse Park.Come down to the banks of the Mersey and see a fantastic collection of hot rods and custom cars. Presented by Rotary Club of Devonport North. For more information, call Rod Owers on 0418 811 171.

Shop then ShowShow Day Devonport Friday 26 November.Look for a poster in participating stores that will be open for trading on Show Day public Holiday. Browse the stores that are open and do some shopping before heading to the showgrounds for the Devonport Show.

Devonport ShowFriday 26 & Saturday 27 November.Devonport Showgrounds.Call 6424 2253 for more information.

DecemberTidal 10 OpeningFriday 3 December Devonport Regional Gallery.City of Devonport Art Award. Winner will be announced at the opening. Workshops and events throughout Dec & Jan. For more information, call 64248296.

Don Chorale’s performance of Handel’s “Messiah”Friday 10 December , 8.00pm St Brendan-Shaw College Chapel, Devonport. Handel’s famous choral work will be performed by the Don Chorale and North West soloists. Traditionally performed at Christmas all over the world. Adults $20 Concessions $15 Programs available at the door. Presented by the Don Chorale.

Christmas in the EastSaturday 11 December, 5.00pm Pioneer Park, East Devonport.Bring the whole family for an evening of Christmas celebrations with carols, a play and a sausage sizzle. For more information, call Tracey Muir 6424 6420 (9am-12pm). www.devonport.tas.gov.au

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Australia Day FiestaWednesday 26 January 2011 Roundhouse Park, Mersey Foreshore.Australia Day Awards, great music, dance demonstrations from dance sport champions and local performers all at this FREE family event. Bring a picnic or enjoy the festival food on sale. Presented by Devonport City Council

FebruaryMotor Millions Expo Saturday 12 February 2011 East Devonport Recreation Centre.A bike, car, boat and tattoo show with food, music and children’s entertainment. Proceeds go to local charities. For more information, call Scott on 0418345271.

Fibrehair Teddy Bear Fly In and Kite FestivalSunday 20 February 11am 4pm at Meercroft Park.Bring the kids and come fly a kite. Watch the sky fill with colour, hear musical entertainment for all the family and don’t miss the Teddy Bear Fly-in. Presented by Rotary Club of Devonport and supported by Devonport City Council.

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