April 17

Hello Canberra,

Hello Canberra,

Weather: 21° and partly cloudy

Today: It’s Wednesday 17th April.

👯 Chicago is Coming to Canberra

Canberra Theatre has pulled off one of its biggest coups: Chicago, Broadway's longest-running musical, is coming to Canberra. The Australian production is an exact replica of Broadway's Chicago and will be performing here in September as the final stop on its national tour. Tickets will go on sale to the public on Friday. Details here.

Sport: 🏒 Canberra Brave's First Home Game

Canberra's own ice hockey team, The Caribou Canberra Brave, will be playing at home for the first time this season on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets to the next five home games are now on sale.

The Brave had an excellent 2023 season and fell just short of winning the Goodall Cup with a 1-0 loss in the final. Tickets here.

Friday:🏮 Art Sparks in the Park

In this family-friendly event, craft your own lantern and then walk through Commonwealth Park and along the shores of Lake Burley Griffin to see the illuminated sculptures and artwork specially curated for this event. At the end of your journey, treat yourself to a well-deserved cup of hot chocolate and marshmallows. Details here.

Something to do: Traditional Weaving Workshop

A Traditional Weaving Workshop is happening at the National Botanic Gardens this Saturday. Ronnie Jordan, a Kalkadoon Pitta Pitta woman and professional weaver and artist, will lead the hands-on experience. Tickets here.

This Weekend: 🍺 Cypher Is Turning One

Cypher is a local brewpub in Gungahlin. This weekend, Cypher is turning one and throwing a birthday party to celebrate. Cypher will showcase some exclusive limited-release beers, and there will be live music, food trucks, and beer slushies. It's happening this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Details here.

This Weekend: 🍗 Smoking Saturday

This Saturday, it's Smoking Saturday at Meeting Room in Weston. Canberra's own pit-smoked BBQ truck, Bare Bones BBQ, will take over the Meating Room. There will be brisket, short ribs, hot links, and plenty of craft beer to wash it all down. Details here.

This Weekend: Autumn Oil Pastels Workshop with Mick Ashley

Internationally acclaimed local artist Mick Ashley will lead an art workshop this weekend at The Little Burley Market Autumn Art Fair. Create your own autumn-themed artwork. No experience is necessary. It's free, but make sure you reserve a spot. Details here.

🐱 Meet Button

Button is a young adult cat who came to the RSPCA shelter off the streets and was scared of humans. He has flourished in foster care and is now looking for his forever home. He would love to live with a cat-friendly cat. Find out more.

Coming Up: Mother's Day at Braddon Merchant

Spoil Mum to a breakfast with bottomless mimosas at Braddon Merchant this Mother's Day. Details here.