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October 2008

Date	Event / Activity	Venue	Contact
Wed 15 Oct	Dancing with the Stars Bill and Shelley.. Ballroom/Latin Dancing From 7:30pm: Come and learn the Cha Cha, Jive, Waltz, and many more fun classical/modern dances. Ph Bill Sandall on 0421 831 375 for info. Instruction starts at 7.30 pm for one hour of instruction and practice, then social dancing afterwards; if you wish to stay, join in and learn more. Light supper is provided 8.30-ish. NOTE; EVERY WEDNESDAY night. Time: 7:30 – 10.30PM, $15 p.p, for both singles and couples!	A B S School of Dancing at CWA Hall, 86-94 Serpentine Rd, Albany Town ( Albany )	BIll Sandall 0421 831 375
Fri 17 Oct	Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday except Good Friday.8pm to 11.30pm supper supplied. $9 entry	St John's Ambulance Hall, Middleton Rd, Albany ( Albany )	Raylee Rose 08 98415404
Sat 18 Oct	The Carpenters from Kempsey From 8:00pm: Musical Comedy	Albany Town Hall Theatre ( Albany )	Town Hall Box Office (08) 9844 2222
Sun 19 Oct	Learn rock n roll - visit web site 1st to see if you'd like it. From 5:00pm: Rock n Roll and Jive Dancing to great music - every Sunday from 5pm to 7pm. Beginners are most welcome to come and learn the basic steps each Sunday or just look to see if it’s for you, plus just enjoy the great music; we dance rock n roll, jive, slow rhythm, some Latin and free style (boogie!) dancing. Singles or couples.no pressure! Cost; $7 for visitors, $5 for members and $10 p.a for membership. Venue: Albany Bowling Club (licensed), Barrett St, off South Coast Highway. Contact: Richard Sanderson 98415284 or 0402 605 310 for information. Copy the web site at bottom of this page, then click on "Learn Pressure step" video for beginners Rock N Roll steps in your lounge: http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2008/05/30/2260309.htm?site=southcoast	Albany Bowling Club, off Barrett St, Lockyer ( Albany )	richard sanderson 0402 605 310
Sun 19 Oct	Kendenup Primary P&C Market Day From 10:00pm: Kendenup Primary School P&C Markets Entertainment - Bouncy Castle 'Tribal Thunder' Mt Barker Animal Farm and more Stalls Food & Beverages 10am -2pm Kendenup Primary School Grounds Austin Street Kendenup If you would like to set up a stall or just require further information contact Fiona - 08 98 514061 or Fiona.Hall@det.wa.edu.au	Kendenup Primary School Grounds	Fiona 08 98 514061
Mon 20 Oct	SPRING! Want to get fit? Dance / Excercise classes - no partner required! Line Dancercise classes..@ $10 per head for groups no less than 6. GET A GROUP TOGETHER (all girls/all guys or mixed)or contact Bill to see if you can join existing group. These classes will run through the year (Mon - Fri) to get and keep you fit. Great way to lose weight and get fit; exercising to line dance steps and with great music. Phone Bill for details. No partner required and the "dancercise" focuses on Latin and Ballroom Line dancing, for fun and fitness. Shape up, and have fun! What you waiting for? Organise a group and phone Bill.	Venue: @ CWA Hall, 86-94 Serpentine Road, Albany ( Albany )	Bill Sandall 0421 831 375
Mon 20 Oct	Amity Toastmasters From 7:15pm: The ability to communicate is a highly regarded skill, and the Toastmasters Club, a non-profit community organisation, can help you develop your ability to communicate and become a leader. The Toastmasters Communication & Leadership program is presented in the friendly "Learn by doing" atmosphere each Monday evening (except for public & school holidays)	Vancouver Arts Centre ( Albany )	Linda Barton 9841 8813
Tue 21 Oct	Albany Wildflower Society meeting From 7:30pm: The Albany Wildflower Society will be holding their monhtly meeting at the Regional Herbarium, guest speaker and light supper afterwards. All welcome	Albany Regional Herbarium, behind DEC Offices 120 Albany Hwy	Peter Stewart 9842 5121
Wed 22 Oct	Bushcarers Group From 5:30pm: Bushcarers Group (Inc) Meet every 4th Wednesday of the month except December at 5.30pm in the Council Chambers/Civic Room, North Rd City Offices, Albany. Join local community volunteers who plan and discuss activities to revitalize and enjoy the beautiful bushland of Albany. Your interest and attendance is welcomed. Look for notice of a Busy Bee near you.	( Albany )	KAY STEHN (Secretary)
Wed 22 Oct	So you think u can dance Albany? Learn Ballroom Dancing, + social after! From 7:30pm: Come and learn the Cha Cha, Jive, Waltz, and many more fun classical/modern dances. Ph Bill Sandall on 0421 831 375 for info. Instruction starts at 7.30 pm for one hour of instruction and practice, then social dancing afterwards (until 10.00) if you wish to stay. Light supper is provided 8.30-ish. NOTE; EVERY WEDNESDAY night. Time: 7:30 – 10.30PM, $15 p.p, for both singles and couples!	A B S School of Dancing at CWA Hall, 86-94 Serpentine Rd, Albany Town ( Albany )	Bill Sandall 0421 831 375
Wed 22 Oct - Thu 23 Oct	WA MUSEUM Albany - Minimuses - Charlie Goanna & his scaly mates 10:30pm to 12:30am: Meet live reptiles - discover their strange habits through art, stories, puppets & science activities. Suit ages 5 & under. All children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult. $5.00p/child, $12.00p/fam (3 or more children). Bookings essential 9841 4844 or Museum shop	WA Museum Albany, Residency Rd, Albany ( Albany )	Anne Wallington 98414844
Thu 23 Oct - Fri 24 Oct	HMAS Sydney (II) lecture - WA Museum Albany 6:30am to 2:00am: Lectures by WA Museum's Maritime Archaeology Curator Dr Michael McCarthy and SV Geosounder team member in the second stage investigation of the wreck sites in the search for HMAS Sydney & HSK Kormoran. 6pm Thurs 23 & 2pm Fri 24. Bookings essentialon 9841 4844. Entry by gold coin donation	WA Museum Albany, Residency Road Albany ( Albany )	Anne Wallington 98414844
Fri 24 Oct	13th Albany City Dance Club,'s Rainbow Coast Festival of Dance The 13th Rainbow Coast Festival of Old Time & New Vogue Dance @ Centennial Oval Hall 8pm to 12 Ruby Belloti's Band. $10 entry fabulous supper supplied. Everyone welcome Proceeds to local Charity	Centennial Oval Hall, Lockyer Avenue, Albany ( Albany )	Raylee Rose 08 98415404
Fri 24 Oct - Sun 26 Oct	Spring health and Wellness Retreat 2:00pm to 6:00pm: Yes its spring time. After the long cold winter its time to spring clean our bodies and minds what a great way to do this at our spring time retreat. Come and join us at Kendenup Lodge in the heartland of the Great Southern. Enjoy the magnificent views of the Stirling Ranges while you treat yourself to a nourishing and rejuvenating weekend. At our spring time retreat we will once again be combing 4 wonderful and invigorating workshops for you to enjoy and learn from. As well as providing massage, reike, hot rocks, pranic healing, meditation, qigong/ yoga and much more. There is also a spa and steam room available to retreat participants at no extra cost www.lunaretreats.com	Kendenup Lodge ( Kendenup )	Deborah Devitt +61 8 98483529
Sat 25 Oct	13th Albany City Dance Club's Rainbow Coast Festival Of Dance The13th Rainbow Coast Festival of Old Time & New Vogue Dance @ Centennial Oval Hall 8pm to 12 Band is "Close Shave". $10 entry fabulous supper supplied. Everyone welcome Proceeds to local Charity	Centenial Oval Hall, Lockyer Avenue, Albany ( Albany )	Raylee Rose 08 98415404
Sat 25 Oct - Sun 26 Oct	Gnowangerup District High School Centenery Weekend of celebrations featuring open school, memorabilia displays, Saturday night dinner with entertainment, Sunday morning combined church service and breakfast. Wanted: Historical photos, anecdotes, stories for publication, and expressions of interest.	Gnowangerup District High School	School office 98 271277
Sat 25 Oct	ORCHESTRAL CONCERT: GREAT CLASSICS Albany Sinfonia, Albany Youth Orchestra From 7:30am: Albany Sinfonia will present excerpts from Orchestral Favourites - Haydn (Symphony No.7), Beethoven (Egmont), Liszt (Les Preludes), Saint Seans(Bacchanale), Dvorak(New World Symphony 1st movement), J Strauss (Blue Danube Waltz), Stravinsky (Dance Infernale from Firebird Suite) and more. Conductor - Vickie Reynolds. Also featuring Albany Youth Orchestra, conductors Margaret Crossen, Vickie Reynolds. Tickets: Albany Town Hall 98442222, online www.albanytownhall.com.au/boxoffice.html, door sales. Adults $18, Conc $15, Children $10.	Albany Baptist Church, Bethel Way. Albany	Jocelyn Bathgate 9842 5196
Sat 25 Oct	Albany Wildflower Society outing and walk From 9:00am: The Albany Wildflower SOciety will visiting the Millbrook Nature Reserve for a wildflower walk. Bring morning tea and lunch, lifts and carpooling available. All welcome to come along and see amazing wildflowers and scenery.	Albany Regional Herbarium, behind DEC Offices 120 Albany Hwy	Peter Stewart 9842 5121
Sat 25 Oct	ALBANY SPEEDWAY CLUB OPENING NIGHT From 5:30pm: Albany Speedway Club Opening Night Noel Pearson Memorial Trophy. Large selection of food and drinks from our canteen. Bar facilities.	Attwell Park Speedway ( Albany )	Leanne Dowsett 08 9841 8777
Sat 25 Oct	Albany Country Music Club From 8:00pm: Albany Country Music Club is holding their next club night on Saturday 25th October at 8pm at the RIVERVIEW COUNTRY CLUB, South Coast Highway, King River (formerly Hassall H'way). Albany band “DENIM” are playing on that night, so tell your friends and make up a table. Door entry is $10 ACMC members, $12 non-members and children under 16 free. There will also be a delicious supper available for a small fee. What fantastic value! Bookings are essential. Riverview has a beautiful jarrah dance floor and we provide 2 separate floors, one for the old time / rock n roll and one for the linedancers. This is a licensed venue but the drinks are very reasonably priced and you can bring your own nibbles. A bottomless cup of tea/coffee for $1 is also available. Please phone Robyn on 9844 7397 to book your table. This allows us to have a chair for everyone. Come along for a great night of entertainment at Albany’s original Country Music Club.	RIVERVIEW COUNTRY CLUB, South Coast Highway, King River	Robyn Wheatcroft 9844 7397
Sun 26 Oct	13th Albany City Dance Club's Rainbow Coast Festival Of Dance The13th Rainbow Coast Festival of Old Time & New Vogue Dance @ Centennial Oval Hall 1pm to 4pm Band is "Just Jack & Frank". $10 entry fabulous afternoon tea supplied @ end of dancing. Sausage Sizzle lunch @ 11.30am Prior payment required. Everyone welcome Proceeds to local Charity	Centenial Oval Hall, lockyer Avenue,Albany ( Albany )	Raylee Rose 08 98415404
Sun 26 Oct	ORCHESTRAL CONCERT: GREAT CLASSICS Albany Sinfonia, Albany Youth Orchestra From 2:00am: Albany Sinfonia will present excerpts from Orchestral Favourites - Haydn (London Symphony), Beethoven (Egmont), Liszt (Les Preludes), Saint Seans (Bacchanale), Dvorak (New World Symphony 1st movement), J Strauss (Blue Danube Waltz), Stravinsky (Dance Infernale from Firebird Suite) and more. Conductor - Vickie Reynolds. Also featuring Albany Youth Orchestra, conductors Margaret Crossen, Vickie Reynolds. Tickets: Albany Town Hall 98442222, online www.albanytownhall.com.au/boxoffice.html, door sales. Adults $18, Conc $15, Children $10.	Albany Baptist Church	Jocelyn Bathgate 9842 5196
Sun 26 Oct	Club Rock - teaches newcomers every week, Sunday 5-7pm From 5:00pm: Rock n Roll and Jive Dancing to great music - every Sunday from 5pm to 7pm. Beginners are most welcome to come and learn the basic steps each Sunday or just look to see if it’s for you, plus just enjoy the great music; we dance rock n roll, jive, slow rhythm, some Latin and free style (boogie!) dancing. Singles or couples.no pressure! Cost; $7 for visitors, $5 for members and $10 p.a for membership. Venue: Albany Bowling Club (licensed), Barrett St, off South Coast Highway. Contact: Richard Sanderson 98415284 or 0402 605 310 for information. Copy the web site at bottom of this page, then click on "Learn Pressure step" video for beginners Rock N Roll steps in your lounge: http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2008/05/30/2260309.htm?site=southcoast	Albany Bowling Club ( Albany )	richard sanderson 0402 605 310
Mon 27 Oct	Dancercise Classes - no partner required - lively line dance steps Dancercise classes..@ $10 per head for groups no less than 6. GET A GROUP TOGETHER (all girls/all guys or mixed), or contact Bill with the view of joining an existing group. These classes will run throughout the year depending upon demand. Great way to get fit to great music. Phone Bill for details. No partner required and the "dancercise" focuses on Latin and Ballroom LINE DANCING, for fun and fitness. YES; Shape up to great music, and have fun!	@ CWA Hall, 86-94 Serpentine Road, Albany ( Albany )	Bill Sandall 0421 831 375
Mon 27 Oct	Amity Toastmasters From 7:15pm: The ability to communicate is a highly regarded skill, and the Toastmasters Club, a non-profit community organisation, can help you develop your ability to communicate and become a leader. The Toastmasters Communication & Leadership program is presented in the friendly "Learn by doing" atmosphere each Monday evening (except for public & school holidays)	Vancouver Arts Centre ( Albany )	Linda Barton 9841 8813
Tue 28 Oct	WORKSHOP - Making the Most of Promotions From 6:00am: This workshop will be a fun event focusing on practical tips for a profitable and stress free Christmas. Presented by Jurek Leon from Terrific Trading. A great motivator for tourism and retail teams.	Albany	Albany Business Centre 9841 8477
Tue 28 Oct	Heath Franklin's Chopper From 7:30pm: Standup Comedy	Albany Town Hall Theatre ( Albany )	Town Hall Box Office (08) 9844 2222
Wed 29 Oct	SHALL WE DANCE? Learn Ballroom/Latin. Dance classes From 7:30pm: Come and learn the Cha Cha, Jive, Waltz, and many more fun classical/modern dances. Ph Bill Sandall on 0421 831 375 for info. Instruction starts at 7.30 pm for one hour of instruction and practice, then social dancing afterwards (until 10.00) if you wish to stay. Light supper is provided 8.30-ish. NOTE; EVERY WEDNESDAY night. Time: 7:30 – 10.30PM, $15 p.p, for both singles and couples invited!	A B S School of Dancing at CWA Hall, 86-94 Serpentine Rd, Albany Town ( Albany )	Bill Sandall 0421 831 375
Wed 29 Oct	WORKSHOP - Dealing with Difficult People From 9:00pm: Dealing with difficult people can be stressful! Whether customers or colleagues it can wear you down. This workshop will equip you with skills and techniques to deal with a variety of awkward and trying situations.	Albany	Albany Business Centre (08) 9841 8477
Thu 30 Oct	WORKSHOP - Dealing with Difficult People From 1:00pm: Dealing with difficult people can be stressful! Whether customers or colleagues it can wear you down. This workshop will equip you with skills and techniques to deal with a variety of awkward and trying situations.	aLBANY	Albany Business Centre 9841 8477
Thu 30 Oct	AICD Directors Briefing, Are you Aware? For Small Biz, Committees and NFPs. 5:30pm to 7:30pm: Are You Aware? Duties of Directors and Committee Members in Small Businesses and NFPs Everyone needs to consider the two key issues of being a Director - Governance and Performance. This one hour Directors Briefing will take you through the maze of duties and responsibilities of being a Business Director/Owner or as a member of a Not for Profit Committee. This briefing and panel discussion brings together people who have taken on the challenges of being a director in their own businesses and those who sit on Not-For-Profit Boards or Committees. They will share their real life experiences and the challenges they have faced as a director in understanding compliance, managing risk, developing strategy and ultimately, maturing their organisations. If you would like to know more about the practical aspects of being a director in your own business or someone else’s, or learning more about your duties and responsibilities on a NFP committee, then come along and join us.	UWA Albany Centre ( Albany )	Kristen Graham 08 9320 1706
Thu 30 Oct	WORKSHOP - Managing the Customer Service Experience From 7:30pm: Topics include: • Recruiting and inspiring service heroes, • Do customer surveys work? • Designing value experiences, • The ultimate question to determine success with your customers, and much more!!	Albany	Albany Business Centre 9841 8477
Fri 31 Oct	Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday except Good Friday.8pm to 11.30pm supper supplied. $9 entry	St John's Ambulance Hall, Middleton Rd, Albany ( Albany )	Raylee Rose 08 98415404
Fri 31 Oct	WORKSHOP - $ervice = $elling From 8:30am: Many people join professions, trades and service related occupations never thinking that one day they will be in the position of having to sell. Even those in retail or hospitality are often not trained how to enjoy selling. Yet if you don’t use selling skills effectively the business you represent won’t survive.	Albany	Albany Business Centre 9841 8477

November 2008

Date	Event / Activity	Venue	Contact
Sat 1 Nov	ALBANY FARMERS MARKET From 8:00am: From 8:00am: Every Saturday morning local farmers bring the very best quality locally grown produce to sell at the ALBANY FARMERS MARKET from 0800- 12 noon. Stalls piled high with crisp Vegetables, Salad greens, Fruits, Dairy such as milk, cream and cheese, Meats include Organic Beef and Lamb; free-range Chicken; Goat; Venison. Mussels, Yabbies and Marron; smoked fish ; together with fresh Bread, Honey, Eggs, Olive Oils, Jams, Preserves and MUCH more (including a good coffee, a bite to eat and a great atmosphere) Winner of Vogue E + T Produce Awards 2008 "Oustanding Farmers Market in Australia"	Collie Street Albany ( Albany )	Ian Haines 98414312
Sat 1 Nov	Pingrup Bush Poets From 4:30pm: Brian Langley,Wayne Pantall,Peter Blyth & Victoria Brown enchant us with their cleaver story telling and verse. A buffet dinner included in the ticket cost of $35	Pingrup Shears Building Main Street Pingrup ( Pingrup )	Leanne Grant-Williams 98206050
Mon 3 Nov	Amity Toastmasters From 7:15pm: The ability to communicate is a highly regarded skill, and the Toastmasters Club, a non-profit community organisation, can help you develop your ability to communicate and become a leader. The Toastmasters Communication & Leadership program is presented in the friendly "Learn by doing" atmosphere each Monday evening (except for public & school holidays)	Vancouver Arts Centre ( Albany )	Linda Barton 9841 8813
Wed 5 Nov	Single - MEN and WOMEN WANTED 4 Ballroom/Lessons+ social dancing! From 7:30pm: Come and learn Ballroom and Latin Dancing all year round and transform your social life and confidence. Learn the Cha Cha, Jive, Waltz, and many more fun classical/modern dances. Ph Bill Sandall on 0421 831 375 for info. Instruction starts at 7.30 pm for one hour with methodical practice, then social dancing after abreak (until 10.00 ish if you wish to stay. Light supper is provided during the break. NOTE; EVERY WEDNESDAY night. Time: 7:30 – 10.30PM, $15 p.p, for both singles and couples! Guys are encouraged to come out and hang in there!	A B S School of Dancing at CWA Hall, 86-94 Serpentine Rd, Albany Town ( Albany )	Bill Sandall 0421 831 375
Fri 7 Nov - Sat 8 Nov	Albany Agricultural Show	Centennial Oval, Lockyer Avenue, Albany	98414003
Fri 7 Nov	Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday except Good Friday.8pm to 11.30pm supper supplied. $9 entry	St John's Ambulance Hall, Middleton Rd, Albany ( Albany )	Raylee Rose 08 98415404
Sat 8 Nov	ALBANY FARMERS MARKET From 8:00am: From 8:00am: Every Saturday morning local farmers bring the very best quality locally grown produce to sell at the ALBANY FARMERS MARKET from 0800- 12 noon. Stalls piled high with crisp Vegetables, Salad greens, Fruits, Dairy such as milk, cream and cheese, Meats include Organic Beef and Lamb; free-range Chicken; Goat; Venison. Mussels, Yabbies and Marron; smoked fish ; together with fresh Bread, Honey, Eggs, Olive Oils, Jams, Preserves and MUCH more (including a good coffee, a bite to eat and a great atmosphere) Winner of Vogue E + T Produce Awards 2008 "Oustanding Farmers Market in Australia"	Collie Street Albany ( Albany )	Ian Haines 98414312
Sat 8 Nov	ALBANY SPEEDWAY CLUB Formula 125 State Title Formula 100 Feature From 6:00pm: Albany Speedway Club Formula 125 State Title Formula 100 Feature Great canteen and bar facilities	Attwell Park Speedway ( Albany )	Leanne Dowsett 08 9841 8777
Mon 10 Nov	UWA Skywest Series Lecture - Danny Spooner 5:30pm to 6:30pm: The British folksong transported to Australia. In this lecture Danny Spooner will talk, and sing, about the British folksong tradition that was brought to Australia by the early settlers. He will explore how the British tradition developed into a unique Australian form that documented the development of the country, and ultimately led to the contemporary Australian tradition. Danny Spooner's passion is the expression of British and Australian culture through folk music. In recent years he has sung at festivals, clubs and house concerts in Europe, England, Canada and the USA. Australia audiences have enjoyed his concert brackets, workshops and one-man shows for the last 40 years. He has a multi-disciplinary understanding of social history and his immense repertoire of songs cover the full range of human emotions, endeavours and experiences.	UWA Albany Centre ( Albany )	Julie-Ann Gray 08 9842 0810
Mon 10 Nov	Amity Toastmasters From 7:15pm: The ability to communicate is a highly regarded skill, and the Toastmasters Club, a non-profit community organisation, can help you develop your ability to communicate and become a leader. The Toastmasters Communication & Leadership program is presented in the friendly "Learn by doing" atmosphere each Monday evening (except for public & school holidays)	Vancouver Arts Centre ( Albany )	Linda Barton 9841 8813
Wed 12 Nov	Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday except Good Friday.8pm to 11.30pm supper supplied. $9 entry	St John's Ambulance Hall, Midldeton Rd, Albany ( Albany )	Raylee Rose 08 98415404
Wed 12 Nov	MARKETS Cruise Ship From 1:00am: Craft Markets at Alison Hartman Gardens to coincide with Cruise Ship coming to town. No stall charges Seven Seas Mariner half day market set by 1pm ship departs 7pm 700 passengers .No stall charge		Kathy Griffiths 08 98 511036
Wed 12 Nov	MARKETS Alison Hartman Gardens From 1:00pm: Craft Markets at Alison Hartman Gardens to coincide with Cruise Ship coming to town. Set up by 1pm. No stall charges Cruise Ship Seven Seas Mariner half day market set by 1pm ship departs 7pm 700 passengers		Kathy Griffiths 08 98 511036
Wed 12 Nov - Thu 13 Nov	WA MUSEUM ALBANY - Minimuses - Fergie the Frog 10:30pm to 12:30am: Splash into fun with Fergie, see tadpole stages, build a mini frog garden and make your own take-home jumping frog. $5.00p/child, $12.00p/family(3 or more chilren). All children 12 & under to be accompanied by an adult. Bookings essential on 9841 4844 or museum shop	WA Museum Albany, Residency Road ( Albany )	Anne Wallington 98414844
Thu 13 Nov	MARKETS Cruise Ship From 9:00am: Alison Hartman Gardens 9am to coincide with Cruise Ship coming to town. No stall charge Dawn Princess 1950 passengers	Allison Hartman Gardens	Kathy Griffiths 08 98 511036
Fri 14 Nov	Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday except Good Friday.8pm to 11.30pm supper supplied. $9 entry	St John's Ambulance Hall Midleton Rd, Albany ( Albany )	Raylee Rose 08 98415404
Fri 14 Nov	Swinging Squares - Square Dancing in Albany 2nd Friday of every month From 8:00pm: Square Dancing with regular caller willing to teach new comers. Visitors welcome - first night FREE! $6 adults / $3 childen over age 12	Scout Hall cnr Sanford Rd and North Rd ( Albany )	Anne Radys (Secretary) (08) 9854 3070
Sat 15 Nov	" EGYPTIAN ODYSSEY" From 7:00am: Sahara Oriental Dance School present their annual Belly dance production Visit the ancient temples of Egypt Explore the exotic spice markets of the East Dance the night away at the Casbah This promises to be a truely spectacular event. One show only, don't miss out!	Town Hall ( Albany )	Rose Sing 9841 2653
Sat 15 Nov	ALBANY FARMERS MARKET From 8:00am: From 8:00am: Every Saturday morning local farmers bring the very best quality locally grown produce to sell at the ALBANY FARMERS MARKET from 0800- 12 noon. Stalls piled high with crisp Vegetables, Salad greens, Fruits, Dairy such as milk, cream and cheese, Meats include Organic Beef and Lamb; free-range Chicken; Goat; Venison. Mussels, Yabbies and Marron; smoked fish ; together with fresh Bread, Honey, Eggs, Olive Oils, Jams, Preserves and MUCH more (including a good coffee, a bite to eat and a great atmosphere) Winner of Vogue E + T Produce Awards 2008 "Oustanding Farmers Market in Australia"	Collie Street Albany ( Albany )	Ian Haines 98414312
Mon 17 Nov	Amity Toastmasters From 7:15pm: The ability to communicate is a highly regarded skill, and the Toastmasters Club, a non-profit community organisation, can help you develop your ability to communicate and become a leader. The Toastmasters Communication & Leadership program is presented in the friendly "Learn by doing" atmosphere each Monday evening (except for public & school holidays)	Vancouver Arts Centre ( Albany )	Linda Barton 9841 8813
Thu 20 Nov	Adam Brand and Steve Forde From 8:00pm: "Work Hard Play Hard Tour" with special guest Chris Murphy	Albany Town Hall Theatre ( Albany )	Town Hall Box Office (08) 9844 2222
Fri 21 Nov	Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday except Good Friday.8pm to 11.30pm supper supplied. $9 entry	St John's Ambulance Hall Middleton Rd, Albany ( Albany )	Raylee Rose 08 98415404
Sat 22 Nov	ALBANY FARMERS MARKET From 8:00am: From 8:00am: Every Saturday morning local farmers bring the very best quality locally grown produce to sell at the ALBANY FARMERS MARKET from 0800- 12 noon. Stalls piled high with crisp Vegetables, Salad greens, Fruits, Dairy such as milk, cream and cheese, Meats include Organic Beef and Lamb; free-range Chicken; Goat; Venison. Mussels, Yabbies and Marron; smoked fish ; together with fresh Bread, Honey, Eggs, Olive Oils, Jams, Preserves and MUCH more (including a good coffee, a bite to eat and a great atmosphere) Winner of Vogue E + T Produce Awards 2008 "Oustanding Farmers Market in Australia"	Collie Street Albany ( Albany )	Ian Haines 98414312
Sat 22 Nov	Albany Country Music Club From 8:00pm: Albany Country Music Club is holding their next club night on Saturday 22nd November at 8pm at the RIVERVIEW COUNTRY CLUB, South Coast Highway, King River (formerly Hassall H'way). Local band “GYPSY KINGS” are playing on that night, so tell your friends and make up a table. Door entry is $10 ACMC members, $12 non-members and children under 16 free. There is a Roast Chicken with Dessert meal between 6.30pm - 7.30pm. Bookings are essential. Riverview has a beautiful jarrah dance floor and we provide 2 separate floors, one for the old time / rock n roll and one for the linedancers. This is a licensed venue but the drinks are very reasonably priced and you can bring your own nibbles. A bottomless cup of tea/coffee for $1 is also available. For bookings please phone Robyn on 9844 7397. This is essential for catering purposes. It allows us to have a chair for everyone, even if you aren't having the meal. Come along for a great night of entertainment at Albany’s original Country Music Club.		Robyn Wheatcroft 9844 7397
Mon 24 Nov	Amity Toastmasters From 7:15pm: The ability to communicate is a highly regarded skill, and the Toastmasters Club, a non-profit community organisation, can help you develop your ability to communicate and become a leader. The Toastmasters Communication & Leadership program is presented in the friendly "Learn by doing" atmosphere each Monday evening (except for public & school holidays)	Vancouver Arts Centre ( Albany )	Linda Barton 9841 8813
Tue 25 Nov	Markets Cruise Ship From 9:00am: Craft Markets at Alison Hartman Gardens 9am to coincide with Cruise Ship coming to town. No stall charge Sun Princess 1950 passengers		Kathy Griffiths 08 98 511036
Wed 26 Nov	Bushcarers Group From 5:30pm: Bushcarers Group (Inc) Meet every 4th Wednesday of the month except December at 5.30pm in the Council Chambers/Civic Room, North Rd City Offices, Albany. Join local community volunteers who plan and discuss activities to revitalize and enjoy the beautiful bushland of Albany. Your interest and attendance is welcomed. Look for notice of a Busy Bee near you.	( Albany )	KAY STEHN (Secretary)
Thu 27 Nov	MARKETS Cruise Ship From 9:00pm: Allison Hartman Gardens 9am to coincide with Cruise Ship coming to town. Cruise Ship Bremen departs 2pm	Allison Hartman Gardens	Kathy Griffiths 08 98 511036
Fri 28 Nov	Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday except Good Friday.8pm to 11.30pm supper supplied. $9 entry	St John's Ambulance Hall, Albany ( Albany )	Raylee Rose 08 98415404
Sat 29 Nov	ALBANY SPEEDWAY CLUB PRODUCTION SEDAN FEATURE From 6:00am: Albany Speedway Club Production Sedan feature. There will be a large field of Production Sedans from all around the State. Plus other Club divisions racing. Great Bar and canteen facilities.	Attwell Park Speedway ( Albany )	Leanne Dowsett 08 9841 8777
Sat 29 Nov	ALBANY FARMERS MARKET From 8:00am: From 8:00am: Every Saturday morning local farmers bring the very best quality locally grown produce to sell at the ALBANY FARMERS MARKET from 0800- 12 noon. Stalls piled high with crisp Vegetables, Salad greens, Fruits, Dairy such as milk, cream and cheese, Meats include Organic Beef and Lamb; free-range Chicken; Goat; Venison. Mussels, Yabbies and Marron; smoked fish ; together with fresh Bread, Honey, Eggs, Olive Oils, Jams, Preserves and MUCH more (including a good coffee, a bite to eat and a great atmosphere) Winner of Vogue E + T Produce Awards 2008 "Oustanding Farmers Market in Australia"	Collie Street Albany ( Albany )	Ian Haines 98414312

December 2008

Date	Event / Activity	Venue	Contact
Mon 1 Dec	Amity Toastmasters From 7:15pm: The ability to communicate is a highly regarded skill, and the Toastmasters Club, a non-profit community organisation, can help you develop your ability to communicate and become a leader. The Toastmasters Communication & Leadership program is presented in the friendly "Learn by doing" atmosphere each Monday evening (except for public & school holidays)	Vancouver Arts Centre ( Albany )	Linda Barton 9841 8813
Fri 5 Dec	Thank A Volunteer Day	TBA ( Albany )	Ilona Diessner 08 9841 3588
Fri 5 Dec	Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday except Good Friday. Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday except Good Friday.8pm to 11.30pm supper supplied. $9 entry	St John's Ambulance Hall, Middleton Rd, Albany ( Albany )	Raylee Rose 08 98415404
Sun 7 Dec	Great Southern Wine and Food Festival on York Street From 11:00am: Entry fee: $20 and includes a GSWPA glass and unlimited tastings of Great Southern wine and produce Enjoy Great Southern Wine and Food, while listening to live music featuring the very popular Royal Australian Navy Band, Simone Keane and Blue Manna Children’s Entertainment including Jamie the Clown	York Street Albany	Alison Naylor 0414 802 826
Mon 8 Dec	Albany 4wd Club From 7:30am: meets every second month at the Rest Centre lower York Street. Visitors are always welcome	Rest Centre Lower York St	Geoff Draper 9841 1163
Mon 8 Dec	Amity Toastmasters From 7:15pm: The ability to communicate is a highly regarded skill, and the Toastmasters Club, a non-profit community organisation, can help you develop your ability to communicate and become a leader. The Toastmasters Communication & Leadership program is presented in the friendly "Learn by doing" atmosphere each Monday evening (except for public & school holidays)	Vancouver Arts Centre ( Albany )	Linda Barton 9841 8813
Fri 12 Dec	Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday Social dancing @ Albany City Dance Club Every Friday except Good Friday.8pm to 11.30pm supper supplied. $9 entry	St John's Ambulance Hall, Middleton Rd, Albany ( Albany )	Raylee Rose 08 98415404
Fri 12 Dec	Swinging Squares - Square Dancing in Albany 2nd Friday of every month From 8:00pm: Square Dancing with regular caller willing to teach new comers. Visitors welcome - first night FREE! $6 adults / $3 childen over age 12	Scouts Hall cnr Sanford Rd and North Rd ( Albany )	Anne Radys (Secretary) (08) 9854 3070
Sat 13 Dec	ALBANY SPEEDWAY CLUB LATE MODELS ROUND From 6:00am: Albany Speedway Club Late Models Round - first time to Albany - should be a great night. Plus other club divisions racing Great Canteen and Bar Facilitites	Attwell Park Speedway ( Albany )	Leanne Dowsett 08 9841 8777

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