Bathtub Gin Orchestra heads for Pearl Beach
Described as two parts 1920s stomp, one-part early 1930s swing with a dash of Gypsy jazz thrown in, the Bathtub Gin Orchestra’s concert at Pearl Beach on August 12 promises…
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Brackets and Jam celebrates 25 years
Brackets and Jam will celebrate 25 years on the Central Coast on August 5 with an amazing lineup of talent including Woodie McClean, Dave Stone, the Dan Granero Band and…
Lisarow Probus welcomes new members
The Lisarow Probus Club creates a welcoming environment for all and is always keen to welcome new members. Inaugurated in 2019, the club currently has 25 members, mostly retired, who…
Tribute to the world’s best tenors
Tenor Mark Vincent is bringing his acclaimed two-act show to the Laycock Street Theatre on Sunday, October 1. Vincent pays tribute to operatic icons Mario Lanza and The Three Tenors…
Our Natural World Expo at Wyong
The Tuggerah Art Society will present a special exhibition and expo at The Art House, Wyong, from August 4-30, accompanied by a series of related seminars in the conference room….
Local woman’s latest triumph is truly poetic
Since she was very young, Madeleine Snook has been intrigued by languages – and that passion has taken the Central Coast woman to various corners of the world. “As a…
9 to 5: The Musical comes to Laycock St
It was a hit movie in 1980, and now 9 to 5: The Musical is coming to Laycock St Community Theatre, presented by Gosford Musical Society (GMS). The high-energy production…
Tea cup paintings on show
The Bay Gallery at Ettalong Beach is a hidden gem, featuring the work of six different artists. It features landscape, abstract and digital art as well as realism and contemporary…
Elaine’s gift to literacy
With over 40 years’ teaching experience, Elaine Alvin has put pen to paper and published a book on literacy especially aimed at helping young teachers and parents. Now retired and…
Build a pond and frogs will come
If you’ve ever wanted to set up a frog-friendly garden habitat, here’s your chance. Sam Willis, chief executive officer of the Community Environment Network, will present at the Australian Plants…
Blues Brothers fun at Laycock St
Get your Jake and Elwood on when the Blues Brothers Show – House of Soul hits Laycock St Theatre on September 22. The exciting hyperactive production pays tribute to the…
Celebrating Science Week and Book Week
National Science Week, from August 12-20, is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology and Central Coast Councils will mark the occasion with several events. Get along to the Bug…
Being Jimmy Baxter a barrel of fun
Fiona Lloyd’s debut children’s novel, Being Jimmy Baxter, kicked off in style last Wednesday July 19, with a large crowd gathering at Bookface, Erina Fair. Interviewed by ABC’s Scott Levi,…
Open day at East Gosford arts precinct
An Open Day will be held at the East Gosford Arts Precinct on Saturday, July 29. The family-oriented day will give residents an opportunity to get their hands dirty playing…
Art society’s winter exhibition
Coasties have just a few days to take in Central Coast Art Society’s Winter Exhibition. The exhibition will be at the Community Gallery, Gosford Regional Gallery, from July 28-August 2,…
Coastal Twist returns with a flourish
The Coastal Twist LGBTIQ Arts and Culture Festival is set to return from September 26-October 2 with seven days of fun, learning and surprises. The festival first exploded onto the…
Princesses of pop coming to Wyong
Get ready for a huge night of entertainment at The Art House when singer and actress Nikki Bennett performs the Australian premiere of Princesses of Pop. In what has been…
The Phoenix Collective returns to Kincumber
The Phoenix Collective Quartet will present the music of anime legend Joe Hisaishi at a special concert at Kincumber on August 6. Hisaishi is the award-winning composer of soundtracks to…
Blues on the Mountain set for August 5
A special Blues on the Mountain event will be held on Saturday, August 5, as the world celebrates International Blues Music Day. The day is celebrated world-wide on the first…
Bangarra Dance Theatre brings Waru to Art House
Waru – journey of the small turtle will transform The Art House Theatre into a beautiful beach on the Torres Strait when it opens this September. The first dedicated children’s…