The Pepper and Paddy Appeal 

This month, ROYAL GUIDE DOGS TASMANIA

offers you the chance to help raise and train

their two latest Labrador puppy recruits

by donating on line to the “Pepper and Paddy Puppy.Appeal ” at royalguidedogs.com.au.

As a thank-you, you’ll receive a beautiful calendar featuring Tassie’s guide dog puppies.

Rosny College presents RENT the musical – School Edition - Season May 16 – May - 24, Dwight Brown Auditorium, Rosny College

Rosny College students, under the Direction of Darren Sangwell and Musical Direction of Suze Ellis, have been working extremely hard to bring this year’s major production together, ready for a season of six performances starting May 16th. Rosny College sets high standards of performance, and RENT will be no exception. The show will be supported by a professionally designed and built set, a brilliant band of talented music students and an ensemble of amazing singers and dancers guided by the experienced choreographer Jacqui Coad.

The production will encompass many learning areas across the school.   VET (Vocational Education and Training) Hospitality classes will be responsible for providing and serving food at the Invitation Only promotional Gala Night on May 15.  The VET Live Production, Theatre & Events crew are looking after stage and technical sides, and the Housing and Design Class is responsible for turning a drama room into a RENT-themed arena for the Gala Night pre-show gathering.  The costumes for RENT are based on fashion and clothing styles from the 1980s.   All the costumes will be coordinated by Rosny College teacher Nicole Ottrey who will work with the Costume Class, and of course the Drama Classes perform, and the very talented band plays the music! The behind-the-scenes crew, headed up by Production Managers Bill Jarvis and Cathy Ransom, have a dedicated and hardworking band of students, staff and volunteers working on everything from programs to promotion.

RENT is a story of eight struggling friends in New York’s East Village trying to make a living and dealing with the issues of AIDS/HIV, homelessness, loss, debt and survival. The audience will be entertained and learn about an amazing story of the pain, grief and determination of this friendship group.

RENT was created by Jonathon Larson and was first seen in a New York workshop in 1994. The musical won many awards and is now the eighth most popular musical in the world.

Director Darren Sangwell is impressed by the hard work and the camaraderie of the cast, crew and orchestra.  This is the second time that he has directed RENT, and he is once again amazed to witness the effect that the themes of RENT can have on the lives of young people.

The College thanks key sponsors – Ant Manton Ray White Real Estate, Tasvend, UTAS and B&E, whose generous financial support allows us to maintain the standard of production that Hobart now expects from Rosny College.

Tickets are available from Centertainment – www.centertainment.com.au or ph 62345998, 56 Elizabeth Mall Hobart. Adults $25, conc. $20.

CAST:

Leo Creighton               Roger Davis

Jeremy Pyefinch             Mark Cohen

Andrew John                 Tom Collins

Thomas Taylor               Benjamin “Benny” Coffin III

Ashley Ikin                     Joanne Jefferson

Richard Davidson-Lim   Angel Dumott Schunard

Mady McKibben            Mimi Marquez

Ruby Jay                        Maureen Johnson

WOT’S ON MAY 3RD TO 5^TH

BOOKINGS REQUIRED :

(Event on SUNDAY) : Eastlands is partnering with Village Cinemas Eastlands and Children's Charity VARIETY to raise funds for community’s affected by our summer bushfires with a family movie screening of Return to Nim's Island on SUNDAY at  9.30am to midday.  Tickets are $8 each and can be purchased directly from Village Cinemas Eastlands.  All proceeds from ticket sales will go directly to Variety to raise much needed funds for the Bush Fire Appeal Community Project.

There’s a BUSH ADVENTURES Pinnacle Discovery Walk on Sunday from 11am to 12.30pm.  The cost $5 per person ring 6238 2886

ALL WEEKEND

AGFEST continues at QUERCUS RURAL YOUTH PARK(CARRICK) Gates open at 8am.  Tickets $15 for adults.  www.agfest.com.au

FRIDAY

The Hobart Horticultural Society’s annual Chrysanthemum and Floral Art Show is on at the Hobart Town Hall from 1pm til 4.30pm today.

Admission is FREE

From 6pm to 7.30pm there’s a BUSH ADVENTURES NIGHT WALK through the WATERWORKS RESERVE.

The cost $7 per person

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL : ring 6238 2886

SATURDAY

Salamanca Market on til 3pm

The Brunacci Avalon Market is on in the old Avalon Theatre Building in Melville St from 9am to 3pm.

The Hobart Horticultural Society’s annual Chrysanthemum and Floral Art Show is on at the Hobart Town Hall from 10am to 4.30pm.  ADMISSION IS FREE.  It will feature locally grown chrysanthemums as well as other autumn flowers, fruit & vegetables, pot plants and some exciting Floral Art.

The Eastern Shore Croquet Club is holding a Come and Try Day from 10:00am to midday at 57 South St Bellerive.  All equipment is provided, just wear flat soled shoes.

Round 6 AFL action comes to Blundstone Arena this afternoon with the KANGAROOS taking on PORT ADELAIDE (CHECK THE MERCURY FOR GATE OPEN TIMES ETC)

The Lions Club of Kingborough’s Inaugural Art and prize Exhibition starts today and runs through until the 11^th of May between 10am and 5pm in the Kingston Beach Hall.  You’ll be able to see some fabulous Tasmanian art Works and have the chance to buy something if it takes your fancy.

ENTRY : GOLD COIN DONATION

The BRIGHTON BIG BASH Boxing tournament is on at the PONTVILLE MEMORIAL HALL (Midland Highway) from 6pm.  The Brighton and Barossa Boxing Clubs, in conjunction with the Tasmanian Boxing League presents Tassie VS Queensland.  Tickets available at the door: $20 for adults, $10 for children

Salsa Rica Tasmania is having a “May the Fourth Be With You” dance night tonight from 8.30pm to midnight at 108 Bathurst St.  Last month’s half hour BACHATA lesson with expert Taka-nobu Naka-mura was so popular that it’s happening again… from 8:30-9:00pm!  Bachata originated in the Dominican Republic and is now one of the most popular Latin dance styles internationally.  Come as your favourite Star Wars Salsa Dancer.  Entry only $10 and includes a free Bachata lesson at 8:30pm!   BYO ~ No partner or booking required!

SUNDAY

The Bream Creek Farmers market is on at the Bream Creek Showgrounds in Marion Bay Rd from 9am to 1pm.

The Brighton Market is on in the PONTVILLE HALL, MIDLAND HIGHWAY from 9am to 2pm

The South Arm Market is on from 9am at the Community Centre

The Huonville market at the Huonville Town hall is on 9am to 1.30pm

The Tasmanian Farm Gate Market is on til 1pm in the Melville St Car Park

The Nook Market is on from 10am to 2pm at 462 Elizabeth St, New Town selling handmade wares, quality second-hand goods, vintage products and goodies of the edible variety.

The Cygnet Market is on in the Cygnet Town Hall (Mary St) from 10am to 2pm

The Sorell Market is on at the Community Hall and Oval until 1.30pm

The Brunacci Avalon Market is on in the old Avalon Theatre Building in Melville St from 9am to 2pm

The Hobart Horticultural Society’s annual Chrysanthemum and Floral Art Show is on at the Hobart Town Hall from 10am to 4.00pm.

ADMISSION FREE

The West Hobart Recreation ground (The REC) is celebrating its 125^th anniversary from 2pm to 5pm.  Purchased in 1888 by locally elected trustees as a park for the community of West Hobart with funds provided by the Tasmanian Government.  The Party will be held near the change rooms in the section of The Rec known as West Hobart Oval

No need to RSVP

The Bahá'í Centre of Learning for Tasmania (1 Tasman Highway, behind the ABC) is hosting SOUL FOOD from 3pm.  Soul Food provides an opportunity to  unite in a tranquil environment and reflect on inspiring themes and common threads that tie us all together.  It features live music, audio-visual pieces and readings from faiths and philosophers, authors, leaders and indigenous cultures, from all over the  world.  It’s FREE and refreshments will be available.  For more information please call 6234 7654, mobile 404080768 or check our Website : http://www.soulfood.com.au/tas/

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

A Soup and Sandwich luncheon and Capri Fashion Parade is on Tuesday the 7^th of May at the Claremont RSL (9 Bilton St) from midday.  To book a ticket call the Glenview office on 6277 8800

Sponsor A Senior- will be offering free lawn-mowing/yard services to seniors of Hobart.  If you know of a senior that would benefit from a free yard service contact S.A.S today on 0467-632-861

WOT’S ON APRIL 26^TH TO THE 28^TH APRIL

FRIDAY

The BLACK & WHITE GALA BALL is on tonight from 6.30 at Blundstone Arena Proceeds go to Tasmania’s Bushfire Appeal.  www.facebook.com/events/147015718784533

The Miniature Enthusiasts of Tasmania Inc are holding Miniature Exhibition at the Moonah Arts Centre, 65 Hopkins Street, today and tomorrow from 10am to 4pm.

Entry $2.00 and children under 12 free.

The Tasmanian University Union Student Rep Council have their first ever MOONLIGHT CINEMA event on tonight  from 5pm til 10pm in the CENTRAL MALL of the Sandy Bay Campus.  

It’s a FREE outdoor event 

Enjoy a night of cinema, food, and friendship under the stars! Bring a picnic rug, something to sit on, your friends and family and settle in for a brilliant night of first-class film.                                                                                                               On the screen: 2001 flick, SPIRITED AWAY and WOODY ALLEN’s Midnight in Paris

SATURDAY

Salamanca Market is on til 3pm

The Brunacci Market is on from 9am til 3pm in the old Avalon Theatre Building in Melville St

The ALL SAINTS Market is on from 9am to 2pm at 339 Macquarie St

In conjunction with the official opening of the Channel Men’s Shed, the Rotary Club of D’Entrecasteaux/Channel will be holding a Family Activities Day at Margate Primary School from 9am to 4pm

It’s WORLD TAI CHI DAY and there’s a FREE Event on the foreshore at Montrose Bay from 11am to 12pm.

Beginners are welcome to come along

It’s ROUND 3 of the TSL… at 2pm North Hobart take on Burnie from 2pm at North Hobart Oval, while from 6pm CLARENCE face HOBART at the TCA Ground

The Miniature Enthusiasts of Tasmania Inc are holding Miniature Exhibition at the Moonah Arts Centre, 65 Hopkins Street, today from 10am to 4pm                                                                                                                          Entry $2.00 and children under 12 free. A wide variety of miniatures will be on display ranging from 1/12th scale to Quarter scale.

The Taiko Drums will be in action in the Terence Butler Auditorium at The Hutchins School (Nelson Rd, Sandy Bay)  The Taiko Drummers will be joined by special guests, including Makoto Sekine (composer and performer from Japan) along with the Launceston Show Taiks.  The first concert is at 3pm followed by another at 7.30pm

Tickets are $20 adults, concession $15

HOPFEST 2013 is on at New Norfolk’s Memorial Hall from 7pm.  It’s an over 18’s event with the Derwent Valley Concert Band celebrating the roaring ‘20’s with music, dinner and dancing                                                                                                 Tickets are $35 and are available at the door

SUNDAY

The Sorell Market is on til 1.30pm at the Community Hall and Oval

The MARKET is on in the Masonic Hall (Sandy Bay Rd) from 10am to 3pm

The Taroona Community Market is on 10am to 3pm in the old Taroona Village Shopping Centre

The Farm Gate Market is on in the Melville St carpark until 1pm

The SNUG Community Market is on at the Snug Community Hall from 10am to 2pm

The Brunacci market is on in the old Avalon Theatre building (Melville St) 9am to 2pm

Come along to the Hobart Craft & Quilt Fair and be inspired to try scrapbooking, beading, crochet, embroidery, paint a decorative artwork for your home, or any of the other creative experiences you can have at the fair.  All the action is at the Moonah Arts Centre (Hopkins St) from today through to Tuesday (30^th) from 10am to 2.30 each day

The Capital Collision Roller Derby Tournament is on from 6pm to 8.30pm at Aurora Stadium with the Femmes Brutale taking on Hells Belle’s.

Tickets are $5 per bout